Abstract: A lighting fixture according to which at least one reflector is pivotally mounted to a housing by at least one mounting member. A locking element is provided for locking the mounting member, and therefore the reflector, in one of a plurality of predetermined angular positions relative to the housing. A method of installing a reflector to a housing member of a lighting fixture according to which a mounting member is pivotally mounted to the housing member, the reflector is attached to the mounting member, and the mounting member, and therefore the reflector, are locked in one of a plurality of predetermined angular positions relative to the housing.

Abstract: The invention relates to a headlamp for a vehicle, including a framework and at least one shading screen mounted for rotation about a rotational axis with respect to the framework. The rotational axis is inclined with respect to a principal axis of illumination of the headlamp.

Abstract: A method for furnishing a perceptor with apparently continuous illumination over an extended target area, in which at any instant only part of said area is illuminated, but every part thereof is intermittently and repeatedly illuminated by discontinuous flashes. With regard to any one part of said target area, the flashes are repeated at time intervals not less than the decay period of the response elicited in the perceptor. The method is performed by means of a device which comprises a beam-generating arrangement (1) that focuses a beam of radiation (5) upon a rotatably-mounted light-deflector (6), which is rotated under control at a suitably high speed by mechanical means (9, 10, 11 and 12) so as repeatedly to illuminate a target area (15) with a narrow flash to radiation (16).

Abstract: A recessed downlight wall wash reflector assembly and method of installing the same. The reflector assembly is installable from below the plane of a ceiling into a standard mounting frame for a recessed downlight reflector having a similarly sized light exit aperture. In the preferred embodiment configured for use as a single wall washer, the reflector assembly has a downlight reflector, a window cutout in the wall of the downlight reflector and a resilient wall wash reflector attached to the reflector assembly such that it is positioned behind the window cutout. The resilient wall wash reflector has flexible sides which flex inward, allowing the reflector assembly to fit through the mounting frame opening during installation. Once the assembly has cleared the frame opening, the flexible sides return to their original shape.

Abstract: An illumination apparatus and a projection type image display apparatus are provided. The illumination apparatus comprises a light source section, a color reflector, and light quantity homogenizing means. The light source section is constituted by an illuminant and a light converging portion for converging a luminous flux from the illuminant. The color reflector comprises a rotary reflecting member disposed at a position where the luminous flux from the light source section is converged. The rotary reflecting member reflects only a specific wavelength component in the luminous flux according to an angle of rotation from a reference position. The light quantity homogenizing means homogenizes the light quantity of the luminous flux reflected by the color reflector.

Abstract: A lighting system mountable to a support surface that comprises a mounting bracket and a light housing having a lens attached thereto. A bulb is located within the lens and the mounting bracket includes a first support point and a second support point. The housing also has a portion adapted to releasably engage the support points found on the mounting bracket in a sequential manner. In so doing, the first support point is engaged which allows the housing to pivot on the first support point. Next, the second support point is engaged which allows the housing to be secured to the mounting bracket in a fixed relationship.

Abstract: A device for lighting arrangements for a ceiling, includes means providing a light beam above a ceiling, reflector means for intercepting and reflecting light beams and located above the ceiling, means for mounting the reflector means for movement around two orthogonal axes and located above the ceiling, and remote movement means located above the ceiling for moving the reflector means selectively about the two orthogonal axes from a remote location to reflect the light beam to a location below the ceiling. The remote movement means has a control handle located below the ceiling. An arrangement can be provided so that there are a plurality of reflector means aligned to receive the light beam, and all but the last reflector means is a beam splitter.

Abstract: A headlamp adjuster which includes an adjuster output shaft which is engageable with a reflector of a headlamp assembly. The adjuster output shaft extends from a housing, and the headlamp adjuster is configured such that in an overload condition, the adjuster output shaft is prevented from translating substantially axially, thereby reducing the risk of damage resulting from over-travel of the adjustor output shaft.

Abstract: A luminaire assembly includes a ballast housing, a wiring box mounted on an upper end of the ballast housing, and an optical assembly mounted on a lower end of the ballast housing. The ballast housing preferably includes a pair of identically configured ballast housing members that are integrally formed from sheet metal and folded by hand prior to final assembly of the ballast housing. The wiring box includes bent tabs that pivotally support the ballast housing between operative and inoperative positions to simplify installation of the luminaire assembly at a site. A hook and rotatable connector are provided to support the wiring box from a luminaire support member. An optional spacer box is provided to space the ballast housing from the wiring box as may be required in certain high wattage applications. The optical assembly is supported below the ballast housing by a pair of support arms that depend from the ballast housing and releasably engage with the optical assembly.

Abstract: An emergency lighting unit comprises a housing which contains the lighting unit circuitry. The housing includes a wall which defines at least one substantially circular opening therein. Extending partially through this opening is a substantially spherical lighting head containing a light source, such as a halogen lamp. The lighting head is rotatable by hand to any desired rotation to vary the field of illumination.

Abstract: An apparatus for integrating and modifying light output of strobe-based and continuous light sources. A light-modifier housing made to accept variety of commercially available lights typically used in photography lighting. The output of these lights is channeled in a uniform way for illuminating an area or subject to be photographed. Multiple light units can be mounted onto the modifier. A light, preferably the center one, can be removed and substituted with camera for shadowless lighting effect. With interchangeable adapter plates, different manufacturer's lights such as strobe lights or constant lights, are quickly mounted onto the modifier. Highly reflective paneling is used to line the inside surfaces as well as the inner side of the adjustable louvers (barndoors). These combination results in a system offering maximum, uniform, light output with high degree of controllability. The light weight modifier can be mounted on user supplied studio stands or inverted from ceiling mounts.

Abstract: A night light which plugs directly into an electrical outlet with a rotatable housing which swivels 360° to direct light in a desired direction. The night light includes a light bulb connected to its power source in a self-contained housing. The night light also includes a light sensor which activates and deactivates the bulb depending upon ambient light levels.

Abstract: A radiation-deflecting system is disclosed which can be used in particular as a lighting system for rooms, halls, stores or the like. This radiation-deflecting system includes at least one radiation source, such as a high power light source, which emits parallel radiation such as a parallel light beam. In the path of radiation (16) of the radiation source there are arranged a plurality of partially transparent mirrors (2), in spaced apart arrangement, which serve as radiation distributing elements (1) and are arranged to be rotatable around the radiation axis and around a second axis perpendicular thereto. The partially transparent mirrors (2) are preferably exchangeable. With the aid of the partially transparent mirror of the radiation distributing element (1) a part of the radiation is branched off and deflected and directed to a predetermined desired location.

Abstract: A reflector holder is designed to retain a reflector that has a hole in one of its ends. The holder includes a base with a quick-connect connector extending from the base. In one version, the quick-connect connector includes a semi-arcuate flange member that extends from the base. The member has a pair of edges extending between the base and the outward end of the flange member and a mid-portion between the edges. The member also has a concave side and a convex side. A connection post extends from the mid-portion of the concave side of the end of the member away from the base, and terminates in an outward end. A pair of lock ears extend from the outward end of the connection post, with one ear extending toward each of the edges of the flange member. Each lock ear terminates in a locking end that is spaced from one of the edges so as to define a gap between the locking end and edge.

Abstract: A picture light comprising a fitting (12,13) for mounting the light on a wall or picture. An arm (9) pivotally attached by pivot (10) at one end to the fitting (11) and at its other end by pivot (8) to hood or shade (1) in which at least one bulb (30) is housed. Adjustable light directing means are mounted in the hood (1) in the form of a pair of spaced vertical plates (40,44) movable axially of the hood (1) on rotation of knobs (5,6) and a pair of horizontal plates (50,50A) mounted on the vertical plates 40,44. Movement of the plates 40,44 axially along the hood (1) adjusts the depth of the pool of light (76) falling on the picture (75) whereas pivoting the horizontal plates (50,50A) adjusts the width of the pool of light (76).

Abstract: A lamp assembly comprising at least one elongated fluorescent tube and an elongated reflector of trough-like shape having a longitudinal center plane coincident with the longitudinal axis of the fluorescent tube. The shape of the reflector (10) is variable. Adjusting devices (34, 36) at least at one end of the reflector (10) changes the position of the free longitudinal edges (32) of the reflector (10), which forces the shape of the reflector (10) to change also.

Abstract: A lower reflector (3), disposed in a opening (23) of an upper reflector (2) to reflect conventionally unused light, is rotatable relative to the upper reflector (2), thereby changing a dispersed light-distribution pattern (WP) with respect to a fixed reference light-distribution pattern (LP), with an improvemnent in visibility when the vehicle negotiates a curve.

Abstract: A diffusing dimmer includes an arm formed of non-transparent material and having a first end and a second end. The first end includes a mounting attachment. An extension portion of light diffusing material is connected to the second end and extends outwardly from the second end to a terminal edge formed in the light diffusing material. A pair of diffusing dimmer arms may be mounted in a light fixture movable toward each other in overlapping relationship to gradually diffuse and eventually block a light beam which projects lighting effects from the fixture. Also, rapid movement of the arms provides a strobing effect.

Abstract: A stage lighting device has a light source for emitting light and a light modifying element for modifying such light. The light modifying element is coupled to a driven element which is rotationally coupled to a structural member so as to be rotatable about a first axis. The device has a noise-producing motor assembly with an output shaft. A driving element is coupled to the output shaft to be rotationally driven by the output shaft about a second axis. The driving element is coupled to the driven element by an endless loop element so as to rotationally drive the driven element about the first axis. A vibration-isolating mounting structure couples a motor assembly to the structural member and includes surfaces which vibrationally isolate the motor assembly from the structural member to attenuate vibration transferred from the motor assembly to the structural member.

Abstract: A module for forming a modular luminaire, in cooperation with the second module, has a housing with a cavity. The housing is designed to be mounted within a luminaire frame or to one end of a luminaire shell. The module includes at least one bulb holder that is supported by the housing and multiple rotatably adjustable reflector holders, also supported by the housing. The holders are each designed to engage one end of an elongated reflector so as to support it. The module also includes at least one geared reflector adjuster that allows the rotational position of at least one of the reflector holders to be adjusted.

Abstract: To permit change of direction of light emitted from a reflector lamp (3) adapted to be secured in a fixed socket, a reflector unit, preferably in the form of an attachment, is provided which is formed by a frame (2) which pivotably retains a partially light transparent and partially light reflecting disk (1). The frame (2) is coupled by a snap connection with a circumferential rim (3a) of the reflector lamp, so that the disk (1) is rotatable about the reflector axis (A) as well as pivotable in the arms (2). The reflector axis (A) and the pivot axis (P) of the disk preferably are perpendicular to each other. The disk may have a mirror reflective, and one matte surface, and can be made of plastic, aluminum, sheet steel and, if so, formed with openings (1a) therethrough; if made of glass, the surface can be partially light reflective/transmissive.

Abstract: A night light which plugs directly into an electrical outlet with a rotatable housing which swivels 360° to direct light in a desired direction. The night light includes a light bulb connected to its power source in a self-contained housing. The night light also includes a light sensor which activates and deactivates the bulb depending upon ambient light levels.

Abstract: A novel hand held waterproof or submersible laser illumination device which provides for prolonged precise controlled illumination. The present invention also provides for a combination generalized illumination and selectable precise laser outputs.

Abstract: A system for controlling the divergence and directionality of a beam of electromagnetic radiation having a source of electromagnetic radiation for producing the beam, a conveying mechanism for conveying the beam in a preselected direction, and wherein the source of electromagnetic radiation is positioned proximate one end of the conveying mechanism. At the other end of the convenying mechanism is a distribution component for distributing the beam therefrom. The distribution component has a reflective element for receiving the beam from the conveying mechanism and directing the beam with at least one preselected divergence to a plurality of different locations. In addition, the conveying mechanism and the distribution component can also affect the divergence of the beam being output therefrom.

Abstract: In a light distribution lens for a strobe provided in front of a strobe light emitter to gather strobe light, one of opposed lens surfaces is made of a convex surface, and the other lens surface is made of a convex Fresnel surface. A zoom strobe device is also disclosed, which includes a light emitter unit having a light emitter and a reflector, a light distribution lens provided in front of the light emitter unit to gather light emitted from the light emitter, and a zoom device for varying the distance between the light emitter unit and the light distribution lens.

Abstract: A flashlight includes an elongate body having a front end and providing a compartment for containing a battery cell and a head assembly connected to the front end. The head assembly includes a light bulb, a reflector movable between an inner position behind the light bulb and an outer position surrounding the light bulb for light focusing, and a colored filter movable between an inner position behind the light bulb and an outer position surrounding the light bulb for light color changing. The flashlight includes a manually operated mechanism for initially moving the filter from the inner position to the outer position and subsequently moving the reflector from the inner position to the outer position.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system that produces patterns or images from a light beam by a series of reflections off of multiple mirrors, these mirrors rotated by motors. The mirrors are positioned with respect to each other and offset at a predetermined angle from a plane perpendicular with respect to the transverse vertical plane extending axially through the respective motors. This positioning creates a path of travel for the light beam that crosses over on itself at least once, allowing for the maximum number of patterns to be produced from a maximum number of mirrors, that are all preferably substantially uniform in their diameter (largest transverse dimension).

Abstract: A lighting module that projects various colors, hues, and intensities of light. The device includes a light source and a reflector to direct the light along an optic path. A primary optical element reduces the cross section of effected light regions as the light enters a filter assembly area in the optic path. Filters in the filter assembly are deployed in varying combinations and to varying degrees to produce the color, hue, and intensity of light desired by the user. The refracting action of the optical element allows the filters to be physically positioned in the optic path but to have no effect on the light until the filters are rotated so that filter segments align with optical segments, and the filter changes the light being projected from the lighting module.

Abstract: A headlight, having a bowel shaped reflector with two focal points and a lens, includes a screen shaft positioned between the lens and the reflector, a rotational axis of which extends horizontally and at a right angle to an optical axis. The screen shaft is adjustable to a plurality of rotational positions and has in each rotational position a focal line, which produces a light-dark border of a light pattern. A mantle surface of the screen shaft has at least one surface portion which connects two focal lines which extends irregularly to, and deviates from, a cylindrical surface.

Abstract: Architectural luminaries utilize a common optical engine having a lamp coupled to an ellipsoidal reflector, a field stop aperture, and image-projecting lenses A color wheel, gobo wheel, and mechanical dimmer may also be included. A microlens element converts a spotlight optical engine into a wash light optical system. A multiple lens array provides variable diffusion. The optical engine is combined with an X-Y scanning mirror beam direction system in a substantially recessed housing for mounting in the ceiling of a building. The optical engine is combined with a pan-and-tilt yoke for greater range of coverage with an exposed luminaire.

Abstract: A cap lamp (5) includes a baseball-style cap (6) having a visor (16) with an underside substantially defined by a concave visor reflector (22). A light source (24) is pivotally supported under the visor for directing light at selectively adjustable angles. A first hood (36A) partially surrounds the light source for shading a user's face from light coming directly from the light source. The hood has an upward lateral opening (39) to emit light toward the visor reflector for flooding the immediate vicinity of the user with visor reflected light. A frontal opening (42) of the hood is provided for emitting a light beam forward of the visor. A concave hood reflector (40), within the hood, is provided for increasing the light directed to and reflected by the visor reflector. A second hood (36B) is supported to rotate about the first hood between open and closed positions for selectively inhibiting light communication with the visor reflector.

Abstract: A lens for use in a light fixture provided to project a beam of light in a first light pattern having a first cross-sectional geometry. A lenticular lens element is supported in the fixture and movable into a position to interrupt the beam of light for selecting beam shape by altering the first projected light pattern from the first cross-sectional geometry to a second cross-sectional geometry different from the first geometry and for moving the second pattern to a desired orientation. The lens element may be carried by a disc rotatably mounted in the fixture. The disc may carry a plurality of lens elements which can also change the orientation of the projected light patterns.

Abstract: A system for controlling the divergence and directionality of a beam of electromagnetic radiation having a source of electromagnetic radiation for producing the beam, a conveying mechanism for conveying the beam in a preselected direction, and wherein the source of electromagnetic radiation is positioned proximate one end of the conveying mechanism. At the other end of the conveying mechanism is a distribution component for distributing the beam therefrom. The distribution component has a reflective element for receiving the beam from the conveying mechanism and directing the beam with at least one preselected divergence to a plurality of different locations. In addition, the conveying mechanism and the distribution component can also affect the divergence of the beam being output therefrom.

Abstract: There is described a multi-configurational, multi-functional electrical lighting fixture for high-abuse application and structured for surface mounting. The fixture includes a lens of U.V. stabilized, high impact-resistant, injection molded polycarbonate plastics, integrally formed with two selective, separate and distinct, high-performance reflector/refractor surface systems carried by the single lens, as separate zonal areas. The first system generates a long and narrow "throw", and the second system a short and wide "throw". A molded, opaque "eyelid" provides optimum lamp shielding and controls light distribution. The lens surmounts a lens base to which it is secured by means of unique internal, integrally-molded lugs received in cooperating hook-shaped slots. An 0-ring gasket establishes a water-tight seal. Unlocking of the assembly is deterred by means of a single, tamper-resistant screw. The lens base is mounted on a deep casting, with or without an interposed cast aluminum baseplate.

Abstract: An emergency lighting unit comprises a housing which contains the lighting unit circuitry. The housing includes a wall which defines at least one substantially circular opening therein. Extending partially through this opening is a substantially spherical lighting head containing a light source, such as a halogen lamp. The lighting head is rotatable by hand to any desired rotation to vary the field of illumination.

Abstract: A track lighting fixture in which decorative lamp housings are adjustably positionable along a fixture track, and which provides for several angular adjustments of each decorative lamp housing. Each decorative lamp housing comprises a common outer housing in which different interchangeable decorative inserts can be interchangeably inserted. In first and second embodiments, each track lamp fixture has a power supply housing for an enclosed power transformer and power supply which is attached to the fixture track. A support element of the power supply housing is rotationally mounted relative to the power supply housing and supports a decorative lamp housing thereon, such that the support element and decorative lamp housing can be rotated to different angular positions. In the first embodiment, the power supply housing comprises a cylindrical shaped housing, and in the second embodiment, the power supply housing comprises a rectangular shaped housing.

Abstract: A lamp reflector assembly includes a fixture having a base and a support member movably attached to the base. Attached to the support member is a pair of spaced-apart arms, each having an electrical receptacle. Connected to the electrical receptacles are electrical contacts of opposing ends of an elongate lamp, with a middle portion that emits radiation. Attached to the base of the fixture is a concave reflector having a pair of clearance holes sized to permit the end portions of the lamp to pass through, to locate the electrical contacts outside the reflector. The resulting combination provides adjustability of the position of the lamp relative the position of the reflector, to focus the radiation reflected generally forwardly from the reflector. The present invention offers important advantages over a prior art adjustable assembly, where the reflector is bonded to a sheet metal bracket.

Abstract: An illumination device for an interior space, such as that of a motor vehicle, for example, has a light source (2) and an opposing reflector system (3) located at a distance across the interior space, wherein the reflector system includes a reflector unit having multiple reflectors (8, 13, 14, 15, 16) each capable of being brought into a position in a beam path (7) of light from the light source (2). The light source (2) can be placed in a center control panel (4) of the motor vehicle, while the reflector system (3) can be placed on a vehicle ceiling located opposite the center control panel (4).

Abstract: A rotatable compartment light for vehicles is provided. A lens covering a light source is rotatably mounted to a panel of the vehicle. The lens defines at least two sections having different light passing characteristics. A first section is configured to pass light from the light source to form a spotlight. The lens is configured so that the spotlight may be directed to a desired area by rotating the lens. An adjusting mechanism is in operative communication with the lens and is configured to rotate the lens.

Abstract: A picture illuminating device for mounting on the wall above the picture, or on the back of the picture frame. The device utilizes a fluorescent light tube to produce uniform lighting and is powered by conventional or rechargeable batteries which eliminates the requirement of electrical outlets and the spectacle of exposed electrical cords extending down the wall. The device is composed of a stem and a shade. The shade houses the fluorescent light tube, batteries and the electronic circuit that converts the direct current from the batteries to the alternating current required to power the fluorescent light tube. The shade includes a reflector which is configured to mount the fluorescent light tube and batteries so that the shade covers the fluorescent light tube adequately to prevent any glare from the front while presenting the look of a conventional, corded picture lamp.

Abstract: A head lamp device of a vehicle comprising a passing beam lamp unit, a driving beam lamp unit, and optical fibers connecting them together. A discharge lamp serves as a light source of the passing beam lamp unit. A reflecting mirror disposed ahead of the discharge lamp reflects directly forwardly emitted light from the discharge lamp, and concentrates the light into a condensing portion. The optical fibers guide the light concentrated into the condensing portion to the driving beam lamp unit. The light guided by the optical fibers is used as a light source of the driving beam lamp unit. A shutter mechanism shuts off the light guided by the optical fibers at the time of switching to passing beam, and passes the light guided by the optical fibers at the time of switching to driving beam. The head lamp device using a discharge lamp as a light source completely eliminates the disadvantage of a discharge lamp type head lamp, a very high cost.

Abstract: A light distribution system for distributing beams at remote locations, light beams from a quasi point source includes means for collimating light from the source into a radial beam or beams, conveyance means carrying collimated beams to remote illumination directors for directing light from the light distribution system to a volume to be illuminated. Light loss due to changing the system from a first configuration, i.e. set of spatial location spatial locations of illumination directors, to a second configuration is substantially eliminated. Means are provided to manipulate light beams to control their diversion and continuity in response to movements from changing from the first configuration to the second.

Abstract: A cylindrical luminaire is provided whose components align easily, for quicker assembly, despite the lack of intrinsic preferred relative orientation in circular components. Circular end plates affixed in a desired alignment to the end of an elongated reflector have notches for alignment of a part-cylindrical cover and slots or pivotal brackets to receive a baffle. The reflector, cover and baffle are accordingly assembled in proper alignment. The baffle can be an optical baffle to alter the aesthetic appearance of the luminaire.

Abstract: A dual functional lamp is provided wherein a mirror base having a reflective mirror is disposed above the shade of the lamp. The mirror base is connected to the supporting bracket. The mirror base can be suitable adjusted such that the light emitted from the incandescent bulb can be reflected to a desired location to increase the luminance thereof, consequently the reader may read a book with sufficient luminance.

Abstract: A high intensity light projector for stage, architectural and similar applications includes a controllable image quality projection gate providing advanced visual effects. The projection gate, capable of selectively scattering or transmitting incident light, may be constructed of an array of scattering liquid crystal material in combination with infrared and ultraviolet reduction means which provide in the high intensity beam, a stable thermal environment by minimizing the absorption of light by the projection gate. Additional thermal efficiency is provided by supplemental cooling means. Color control is also provided in the form of dichroic filter wheels forming cooperating adjustable low, high and band width filters including saturation control. A color measuring feedback sensor is also provided. An intensity measuring feedback sensor controls a spatially-modulated, variable-density, reflectively-coated dimming wheel. A programmable gobo system has provisions for gobo selection, orientation, and rotation.

Abstract: A rechargeable metal arc flashlight having a light generating assembly which utilizes a metal halide arc lamp mounted inside an elliptical reflector for focusing emitted light onto a diffusion screen. The flashlight utilizes a moveable collimating lens disposed in front of the screen to focus light from the screen into a collimated beam or a floodlight which is passed through a UV blocking filter. The flashlight includes a rechargable self-contained power source for igniting and sustaining ignition of the arc lamp.

Abstract: A lighting device for an observation/image pickup apparatus capable of satisfactorily illuminating a surface of an observed section of a specimen sample for observation irrespective of whether a fine roughness is provided on the specimen surface. Illumination control slit members for laterally projected light, deflected oblique light, vertically projected light, and light composed of laterally projected light and vertically projected light, are provided, and selectively face an illumination light introducing section, to thereby convert illumination light (introduced through the illumination light introducing section) into any desired one of: laterally projected light, deflected oblique light, vertically projected light, and light composed of laterally projected light and vertically projected light, resulting in a surface of an observed section of a specimen sample being illuminated with the converted light.

Abstract: A high intensity light projector for stage, architectural and similar applications includes a controllable image quality projection gate providing advanced visual effects. The projection gate, capable of selectively scattering or transmitting incident light, may be constructed of an array of scattering liquid crystal material in combination with infrared and ultraviolet reduction means which provide in the high intensity beam, a stable thermal environment by minimizing the absorption of light by the projection gate. Additional thermal efficiency is provided by supplemental cooling means. Color control is also provided in the form of dichroic filter wheels forming cooperating adjustable low, high and band width filters including saturation control. A color measuring feedback sensor is also provided. An intensity measuring feedback sensor controls a spatially-modulated, variable-density, reflectively-coated dimming wheel. A programmable gobo system has provisions for gobo selection, orientation, and rotation.

Abstract: A lighting fixture with an adjustable reflector that will move to many different positions relative to the lamp and can be installed without tools and adjusted between positions with only one hand. The invention operates with an outwardly facing set of V-shaped notches at a first end of the lamp which mate with and an inwardly facing set of biased fingers at a first end of the reflector. The reflector is adjusted by manipulating it in a radial direction, thereby causing the biased fingers of the reflector to move across the V-shaped notches at the first end of the lamp.

Abstract: A hand-held strobe light which may be used in rescue or emergency operations in peacetime or in a combat zone. The light includes a watertight housing with a high intensity bulb which flashes white light. Interchangeable blue and infrared filters attached to a flash guard body can be used with the bulb for filtering various wave lengths of light spectrum in combat situations and for both 360 degree or line-of-sight transmission.