Abstract: A multipurpose, hand-held device comprises a focused light source and a ducted fan. The device produces and directs light and airflow, for the purpose of illuminating an area while starting and maintaining a fire. The airflow feature rapidly accelerates combustion. With the added safety and convenience of a hand-held, integrated flashlight, the device's controllable airflow delivers the capability to rapidly ignite and maintain fires made with charcoal, wood, coal, fire starters, paper, newspaper, cardboard, dung, etc.

Abstract: A multi-media interactive play system has a number of play elements situated in a variety of play environments or play media. The play elements are linked to a common record of participant performance, progress, character attributes, etc. The participant's performance in the play elements determines the play elements to which the participant may proceed as well as the play parameters of the play element in which the participant is currently involved. The play elements are thus interlinked to define a sequence or path network along which the participant advances. By advancing through the play elements the participant carries out a plot, story, theme, etc. that attaches a significance to the successful completion of a given play element or elements. Also disclosed in a variety of play elements suitable for use in the system, an example of a plot or theme that may be carried out by the system, and a send/receive radio frequency network that may be used to track play participants in a play center.

Abstract: A vehicle repair hand tool has a handle, a connecting rod, a connecting unit and a working unit. The connecting rod is connected with the handle. The connecting unit is connected with the connecting rod and has an engagement hole. The working unit is connected with the connector and has a base, an engagement unit and a working body. The base has a sliding recess and a recess opening formed in a bottom of the sliding recess. The engagement unit is mounted in the sliding recess and has a sliding block slidably mounted in the sliding recess. The engagement unit further has an engagement ball mounted in the recess opening, sheltered by the sliding block, and selectively engaged in the engagement hole. The working body is mounted on the base.

Abstract: Various front light accessories are disclosed that may be used with or coupled to an electronic device to provide light to an outward surface of a reflective light display. A front light accessory may include a light sensor to measure an intensity of ambient light and then control an amount of light emitted by the front lights based on the measured ambient light. In some instances, the front light accessories may share resources such as hardware and software from the electronic device to control an amount of light emitted from the front lights, to provide power to the front lights, and/or for other reasons.

Abstract: A lighted pipe wrench assembly having a first wrench member and a second wrench member cooperatively joined. The first wrench member includes a head portion having a first jaw section and an interface section, and further includes an elongate neck portion having a longitudinal axis. A receiving channel extends laterally therethrough the interface section. A communication channel extends radially from the receiving channel to an end port which terminates at the work surface. A primary illumination device formed for removable, axial sliding receipt in the receiving channel of such that an output portion is aligned with the communication channel. A first end cap cooperate to securely abut and seat the illumination device therebetween, and secure to the coupling portion.

Abstract: A laser pen includes a laser diode and a plug. The plug is received in an earphone jack of a portable electronic device. The laser pen obtains power from the portable electronic device to turn on the laser diode.

Abstract: The present invention relates to open irrigated catheter ablation systems and methods used in connection with open irrigated catheter systems. The systems and related methods can control irrigation fluid flow to obtain temperature responses indicative of temperatures associated with an ablation procedure. Embodiments of the present invention provide irrigated catheter ablation systems having controlled irrigation fluid flow that can be directed at target areas where coagulation is more likely to occur to help minimize blood coagulation and associated problems. The irrigated fluid flow may be regulated in connection with an established or predetermined temperature threshold to improve or better optimize cooling and ablation properties of the system. In embodiments, irrigation flow may be either delayed or intermitted.

Abstract: A rechargeable capacitive stylus includes a pen-shaped casing structure, a sensor module, a pen head structure, and an electrical connector structure. The pen-shaped casing structure has a pen casing, a rotatable ring rotatably disposed around the pen casing, and a pen holder adjacent to the rotatable ring. The sensor module is disposed inside the pen-shaped casing structure. The pen head structure is movably disposed inside the pen-shaped casing structure to selectively contact the sensor module. The electrical connector structure is disposed inside the pen-shaped casing structure. The electrical connector structure includes a first electrical connector electrically connected to a power supply, and the first electrical connector has a first electrical connection portion. The pen casing has a first fixed opening for exposing the first electrical connection portion, and the rotatable ring has a movable opening that is moved relative to the pen casing or the pen holder.

Abstract: A radiation-emitting device and a method for producing a radiation-emitting device are disclosed. In an embodiment, a radiation-emitting device comprises an optoelectronic semiconductor component and an optical element disposed downstream of the semiconductor component in an emission direction. The optical element is mechanically fixed to the semiconductor component by a clamp.

Abstract: The invention is directed to activating a guidance light for a mobile device. The guidance light is located proximate to connector, such that activation of the guidance light serves to help a user guide a charging wire into the connector, especially during less than ideal lighting conditions. Specific embodiments of the invention provide for determining, at the mobile occurrence of a trigger and, in response to determining the trigger event activating the guidance light.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a base, and a lighting apparatus mounted to the base. The lighting apparatus includes a bracket mounted to the base, a pivoting member pivotably attached to the bracket, and a lighting unit fixed in the pivoting member. The pivoting member is pivoted out of the bracket to expose and turn on the lighting unit. The pivoting member is pivoted into the bracket to cover and turn off the lighting unit.

Abstract: Embodiments of a smart drumstick, a device interacting with the drumstick, and related methods are disclosed. Some embodiments include a computer-readable storage medium whose contents are capable of causing a computing system to perform a method of managing data related to lighting and motion for a device having a drumstick shape, the method comprising: identifying a light signal corresponding to a given type of motion; sending a definition of the determined light signal to the device; receiving a description of a type of motion of the device; determining whether the given type of motion matches the type of motion of the device; and transmitting the determination result to the device.

Abstract: An imaging device includes: a sensor unit that is arranged at a predetermined position inside a casing, and that images a subject outside the casing through an opening portion, with a part of an imaging region, while imaging a reference chart with another part of the imaging region; and a light absorption member that is arranged in an optical path of light from a illumination light source toward a specular-reflection position from which specular-reflection light of the illumination light source is entered to the sensor unit, in the imaging range. The light absorption member has at least a first surface on which light from the illumination light source toward the specular-reflection position is irradiated, and a second surface that faces to the first surface, and reflected light that has been reflected on the first surface and then on the second surface is further directed toward the first surface.

Abstract: This application is directed to a device for replacing a pocket door track without removing a section of the wall adjacent the track.

Abstract: A tongue depressor for illuminating an oral cavity, the tongue depressor including a handle which includes a light source and a switch for connecting a power supply to the light source. The tongue depressor also includes a blade for depressing the tongue, the blade being removably coupled to the handle, and wherein coupling the blade to the handle actuates the switch so that light emitted from the light source is transmitted by the blade into the oral cavity.

Abstract: This invention is a removable flashlight insert for fitting into an oil-type cigarette lighter outer case. The flashlight insert contains an LED lamp module with a movable switch element and a battery module contained within a top chamber and a bottom chamber respectively of an outside metal shell. The outside metal shell provides a direct conduction path between a battery terminal in the bottom chamber and the movable switch element in the top chamber. The flashlight insert may contain two different LEDs, where either of the two LEDs may be user selected by a separate switch. A rechargeable flashlight insert is also shown having an electronic circuit contained inside the outer metal shell. Lamp and battery modules are also provided in a kit to transform an oil-type cigarette lighter insert into a flashlight insert.

Abstract: A simple microphone which can vary the direction of the light beams emitted from a ring lamp is provided. A microphone includes a ring lamp; and a light guide that receives incident light beams emitted from the ring lamp. The light guide includes a plurality of light-guiding portions that receive the light beams. The light guide is movable relative to the ring lamp. The light guide moves for selection of the light-guiding portion to receive the light beams and vary the direction of the light beams.

Abstract: A light unit used in train tunnels is readily mountable and removable from a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket allows the battery backup system and light engine to be gravity mounted in manner that allows for quick and easy mounting and removal while also resisting vibrations and wind. A quick disconnect fitting can be used with the power cord to allow the units to be removed and replaced as needed. The light unit integrates the light engine with a battery backup system so that the entire light and battery unit is removed and replaced when necessary.

Abstract: An illuminating toothbrush for illuminating the inside of a users mouth while the user brushes her teeth and/or gums. The illuminating toothbrush comprises a conventional toothbrush having elongated handle portion and bristle head portion modified with a lighting element connected to an internal battery compartment and a manually actuated momentary switch. The lighting element is positioned on the handle portion to enable it to direct light towards the bristle head, configuring it to illuminate the mouth of a user when the bristle head is in the user's mouth. In operation, when the manual switch is depressed through the application of manual pressure, the lighting element illuminates and when the manual pressure is removed, the lighting element ceases to illuminate.

Abstract: An emitting device using smart mobile electronic device as operation interface comprises a connector having a circuit board, the circuit board having an electrical connection portion at a front end, and the electrical connection portion set to match specifications of a transmission port of a smart mobile electronic device for being inserted into the transmission port to get the power and signal; a light emitting module installed at a side of the circuit board; a drive circuit couple between the circuit board and light emitting module. Whereby when the connector of the emitting device is electrically connected to the transmission port, the power module provides the power to the emitting device to turn on or off the light emitting module of the emitting device through the user's operation interface on the touch screen.

Abstract: An imaging panel includes a light source, a reflective image-forming array, and a freeform-prism eyepiece. The light source includes a light emitter and a waveguide having a grating. The waveguide is configured to confine the light from the light emitter and to release the light through the grating. The reflective image-forming array is configured to form a display image using light from the light source and to reflect the display image back through the waveguide. The freeform-prism eyepiece configured to receive the display image and to present the display image for viewing, together with an external image transmitted through the eyepiece.

Abstract: A lighted hand tool includes a cylindrical-shaped rivet member, and a first and second tool member each having a handle, a jaw, and a pivot portion therebetween. A cylindrical bore section is defined by each pivot portion, and each bore is in co-axial alignment for aligned receipt of the rivet member therein. The rivet member prevents lateral separation of the first and second hand tool therebetween, while enabling pivotal movement of the jaw portions. An illumination device is formed for sliding receipt in the receiving channel of the rivet member, and aligns an output portion with the communication port to illuminate the work area. A first end cap and second cap are threadably disposed in the opposite openings into the rivet member. The first and second end cap cooperate to securely abut and seat the illumination device therebetween.

Abstract: The device is a helmet-mounted or helmet-integrated combination personnel marker/identification light and active “Identification Friend or Foe” (IFF) infrared interrogation and response device. The IFF function provides acquisition and processing of an incoming IR laser IFF interrogation and then sends one or more user-defined responses to the interrogator and/or the user/wearer. A photo sensor array is designed to detect and identify incoming infrared signals. The array is arranged to provide omni-directional, line-of-sight sensing over more than a full hemisphere. A detachable user feedback module comprised of a vibratory pad and cable provides a user/wearer alert when infrared interrogation has been detected. An operating status switch allows the user/wearer to confirm that the device is in an active mode.

Abstract: A worklight includes a center core comprising an inner cavity, a first panel coupled to the center core, in which the first panel comprises at least one first LED module, and a second panel coupled to the center core opposite the first panel, in which the second panel comprises at least one second LED module. The worklight further includes a hanger comprising a core guide rod and an outer molding. The core guide rod comprises a shaft portion extending within the inner cavity at a distal end and a hook portion bent at an approximately 90° angle to the shaft portion. The hook portion is disposed within the outer molding, and the outer molding comprises a plurality of detents on a bottom surface. The plurality of detents are configured to hang the worklight in a plurality of angles.

Abstract: A wand for visual communication comprising an elongated handle having an interior region, an elongated optical element having an interior region composed of light transparent material configured for joinder to the handle, and lighting disposed in the interior region and in communication with a control circuit. The control circuit comprises a controller configured to energize said lighting in response to user input and sensor input.

Abstract: An electronic censer includes a censer body, a driving device and an incense branch. The censer body defines a recess on a top end thereof. The driving device is received in the recess of the censer body. The incense branch is inserted in the censer body and extends from the recess to external environment of the censer body. The incense branch includes a frame and an LED light source located at an upper end of the frame. The LED light source is electrically connected with the driving device. The frame has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion of the frame is pivotally connected with the second portion of the frame, thereby making the second portion of the frame rotatable around the first portion of the frame.

Abstract: An illuminated handle for a lacrosse or other sport/recreational stick includes: (1) an elongated, cylindrical member, (2) an axial aligned bore located in one of the ends of this member, (3) a light source having an illumination surface which is configured to allow it to be mounted flush against the bore's bottom surface, (4) wherein this member is fabricated from a translucent plastic material, (5) wherein the bore's bottom surface is configured to maximize the amount of light that is transmitted between the member's ends, and (6) wherein the member's outer surface is configured to maximize the amount of light that is transmitted through it.

Abstract: This invention relates to electronic wearable articles such as clothing. The invention is an integrated wearable article (e.g. an electronic glove) that allows a user to signal to others the user intent for direction. The electronic glove includes a glove, a chevron-shaped light integrated with the glove that points away from the user when glove is on the hand of the user to indicate intended direction, and an electronic circuit including a switch mechanism with a first contact assembly on the thumb and a second contact assembly on the index finger of the glove, wherein the electronic circuit detects when the first contact assembly touches the second contact assembly to actuate the light, and a battery to power the electronic circuit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for connecting a portable electronic device to a power source. The apparatus comprises a light that illuminates the charging port receptacle into which the connecting tip is inserted. In the field of devices that connect electronic devices to power sources, it is often difficult to see the charging port receptacle, especially in low light applications. It would therefore be desirable to have a light that shines on the charging port receptacle to facilitate inserting the connecting tip into the charging port receptacle. The apparatus comprises a housing, having a light, a connecting tip, a cord, and a connection to a power source. The light shines in the direction of the connecting tip, and thus, on to the charging port receptacle into which the connecting tip is inserted.

Abstract: A finger-mounted illuminating device is disclosed. This device specifically addresses the problem of maintaining hands-free capability in a low or no light environment. This embodiment is a compact structure made of sturdy plastic or other material, which is mounted to the finger(s) and contains various types of illumination output, power source, thumb activated button(s), and circuits to manipulate the illumination needs as required by the operator.

Abstract: A light curing device (10) for dental purposes which is provided with a housing (12), at least one control element for controlling the operation of the light curing device and an actuating member (26) which is mounted moveably relative to the housing for the actuation of the control element. The light curing device is provided with at least two control elements (44, 46) spaced apart from each other which are electrically connected in parallel. Furthermore, at least one of the control elements (44, 46) can be actuated by actuation of the actuating member (26).

Abstract: A portable, handheld lighting apparatus having a light intensity control component, a focus control component, and a light source accommodation component. The lighting apparatus is configured to be handheld with a single hand wherein the light intensity control component and the focus control components are accessible with the single hand to hold the apparatus. The lighting apparatus may be part of a kit that contains one or more of the following: various light modifying components, a power source, charger and various light sources.

Abstract: A portable electronic device includes a body defining a receiving groove and an illuminating module. The illuminating module includes a light source mounted inside of the body, a control circuit connected to the light source and controlling the light source to irradiate light, and a light guiding strip received in the receiving groove and at least one end of the light guiding strip facing the light source. The light source irradiates light, and the light guiding strip receives and guides the irradiated light around the body.

Abstract: Various lighting devices and related methods are provided. In one example, a lighting device includes a main member including a central axis. The lighting device also includes a bezel surrounding at least a portion of the main member and adapted to be concentrically rotated about the central axis. The lighting device also includes a lens asymmetrically disposed in the bezel and adapted to rotate with the bezel. The lens includes a light inlet offset from the central axis. The lighting device also includes a plurality of light sources fixed relative to the main member. Rotation of the bezel relative to the main member causes the light inlet to rotate through an arc about the central axis to selectively align different ones of the light sources with the light inlet.

Abstract: The improvements include a reflector having an optical axis and a focus on the optical axis; a plasma lamp generating a light emitting plasma ball; and a G-force diaphragm shock mount coupling the lamp to the reflector while maintaining precise and stable positioning of the plasma ball of the lamp at or near the focus of the reflector to preserve optical performance despite application of G-force shocks to the apparatus.

Abstract: A cable pulling and retrieval device includes an elongated generally hollow and transparent wand that is interposed between a handle and a hole saw. The handle includes a generally hollow portion for receiving and storing one or more batteries, and also houses a light producing device that generates a focused beam of light and directs the same into the wand. A cable attachment unit is secured to the base end of the handle, and one or more generally resilient arms extend diagonally from the wand.

Abstract: A portable computer includes a user interface portion and a screen portion that has a substantially planar surface rotatably coupled to the user interface portion. At least one light fixture is positionably mounted to the screen portion in a stowage position or in a functional position. In some embodiments, the light fixture includes a spring member. In the stowage position, the spring member is compressed, and the light fixture is flush with the substantial planar surface. In the functional position, the spring member is relaxed, and the light fixture illuminates the user interface portion. In some embodiments, the light fixture includes a swivel member that enables 360° rotation of the light fixture.

Abstract: A portable attachable illumination device configured to slidably attach to and partially encompass a brush.

Abstract: A laser pointer suitable for a touch display panel is provided. The laser pointer includes a main body, a laser diode and a wave plate. The main body has a containing space. The laser diode is disposed in the containing space and has a light emitting end. The wave plate is disposed on the light emitting end, wherein the laser diode is suitable for emitting a laser beam having linear polarization from the light emitting end, and the wave plate is suitable for transforming the laser beam having linear polarization into a laser beam having circular polarization, such that the laser beam is suitable for being an input signal for the touch display panel.

Abstract: A purse illumination assembly including a power source, a light emitting portion, a voice-sensitive switch, and a circuit assembly connecting the light emitting portion to the power source through the voice-sensitive switch. The light emitting portion may be a light emitting fabric or may include EL wire alone or in combination with LED lights to provide both lighting and a decorative effect. A driver circuit may be included for driving both the EL wire and the LED lights.

Abstract: A handheld electronic device and a flashlight module are provided. The handheld electronic device includes a housing, a circuit board, a flashlight element and an elastic conductive terminal set, wherein the flashlight element and the elastic conductive terminal set together form the flashlight module. The housing has an accommodating opening. The circuit board is disposed at a bottom of the housing. The flashlight element is inserted into the accommodating opening. The elastic conductive terminal set is disposed between the circuit board and the flashlight element. The circuit board and the flashlight element are electrically interconnected through the elastic conductive terminal set. A distance is formed between the circuit board and the flashlight element, and the distance is adjustable by the elastic conductive terminal set.

Abstract: A laser pen includes a laser diode and a plug. The plug is received in an earphone jack of a portable electronic device. The laser pen obtains power from the portable electronic device to turn on the laser diode.

Abstract: An interactive electronic device shell and light source may enable personalization and increased functionality of an electronic device. The shell may at least partially cover a light source and attach to an electronic device. The shell includes at least some transparent or translucent portions (e.g., light stencils) that enable light from a matrix of the light source to emit through the shell, thus causing a display of light from the shell. In some aspects, the electronic device may be linked with the shell and/or the light source to control light emission through the shell. In various aspects, an illumined portion of the shell may have significance, such as revealing an artistic design or indicating a message based on activity of the electronic device.

Abstract: The present invention is an articulating hand power tool which in one embodiment includes a head portion including a head housing configured to articulate with a main housing, a bit holder rotatably positioned within the head housing, and a lighting assembly configured to emit a first elongated beam pattern from the head portion.

Abstract: A finger-mounted illuminating device is disclosed. This device specifically addresses the problem of maintaining hands-free capability in a low or no light environment. This embodiment is a compact structure made of sturdy plastic or other material, which is mounted to the finger(s) and contains various types of illumination output, power source, thumb activated button(s), and circuits to manipulate the illumination needs as required by the operator.

Abstract: A portable work light clamp system includes a first clamp handle assembly having a proximal end, a mid section and a distal end and a gripping/standing member rotatably coupled to the proximal end of the first clamp handle assembly, a second clamp handle assembly having a proximal end and a distal end and a gripping/standing member rotatably coupled to the proximal end of the second clamp handle assembly, a light assembly coupled to the distal end of the first clamp handle assembly that includes a swivel base member and a light housing pivotally coupled to the swivel base member by a light pivot to selectively pivot 50 degrees about a longitudinal axis of the light pivot and a light base coupled to the swivel base member and rotatable relative to the light base by a swivel connector to selectively rotate 360 degrees around a longitudinal axis of the light base.

Abstract: A power tool including a end effector rotatable with respect to the housing, a collar rotatable with respect to the housing, a printed circuit board (PCB) rotatably fixed with respect to the housing, and a light element operatively connected to the PCB and adjacent to the end effector and in a recess of the collar and located to illuminate a workpiece machined by the power tool. A method of providing light for a workpiece being machined by a power tool including locating lighting elements around a spindle of a power tool, aligning the lighting elements to shine light on a workpiece being machined by the power tool, operatively connecting the lighting elements to a PCB, containing and supporting the PCB with a guide, supporting wires configured to provide power to the PCB with the guide, locating the lighting elements, PCB and guide in a rotatable collar, and preventing the lighting elements, PCB and guide from rotating when the collar rotates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lighted pick tool. The lighted pick tool includes a lighted pick tool, comprising a handle; a pick tool extending from the handle; and a light mounted in the handle and arranged to direct light toward a distal end of the pick tool, and further including a power source within the handle operable to selectively activate the light.

Abstract: This invention relates to a key that will illuminate in the dark. Why is it needed? The concept serves as a niche for the market and has the potential for making keys. It's easily recognizable simply by associating the key color with homes, locks, garages, offices, machinery and ect. This also includes anything that requires identification of a select key when light may not be available. Who benefits? Adults and children who need to gain access to secure homes at night. The key will reduce fumbling to identify keys during late evenings and nights. Disabled people will benefit because the key will help them maneuver through things during the night quickly. Being able to quickly access a locked vehicle at night will also benefit people. Shut down or disabled machinery could potentially reduce the number of physical attacks on victims, robberies, muggings, murders and ect.

Abstract: An illumination device for use with a firearm and a method of using the same are disclosed. The illumination device can include a gun grip cover configured to attach to a gun grip. The illumination device can have a first illumination element extending to the left of the gun grip cover and a second illumination element extending to the right of the gun grip cover. The illumination elements can deliver a spread of light to illuminate a large area. The illumination elements can be laterally adjacent to the barrel. The illumination elements can be controlled by a control switch positioned below the trigger.