Abstract: An alert generation system includes an alert generating device comprising an audial indicator and a visual indicator at one end. The system further includes a handheld alert generating device comprising a second audial indicator. A computing system is in data communication with the alert generating device and the handheld alert generating device. The computing system sends a signal to the alert generating device and the handheld alert generating device, and the alert generating device activates an alert via at least one of the audial indicator and the visual indicator, in response to the signal. The handheld alert generating device activates a second alert via the second audial indicator, in response to the signal.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the energy management of a portable solar lighting tower is disclosed. The portable solar lighting tower may have multiple modes and functions to adjust the power of the light and adapt the demanded energy of the lighting tower to overlap with the supply of solar energy during the days. Such modes and functions may easily be set and modified using a control panel on the portable solar lighting tower or on an external computer, such as a computer tablet. Additionally, an energy management graph may be displayed on the control panel accessed via the computer tablet that further allows a user to determine whether there exists enough solar energy for the desired power output of the portable solar lighting tower.

Abstract: Lighting unit that can be mounted to a vehicle for illuminating work or emergency areas at night. The lighting unit includes a mechanically controllable driver for selecting a position of a central optical axis of the light emitter and an electronically adjustable refractive element for modulating a beam spread configuration generated by the lighting unit.

Abstract: An inline mast adapter configured for attaching a light fixture, where a light fixture is aligned (within 15.24 cm, as measured horizontally, from the center of the light fixture) with an extendable tower mast, when the extendable tower mast is in a vertical position. The inline mast adapter includes a pivot arm, such that a light fixture may be attached from ground level. The inline mast adapter further includes a first gas spring and a second gas spring configured for rotational movement for rotationally moving the pivot arm to a vertical position. Further, the inline mast adapter may be an after-market add on to the extendable tower mast, such that the inline mast adapter is a kit.

Abstract: A light tower has a mast, preferably provided in sections which can lift, some possibly with a rack and pinion system, and others possibly with a winch and pulley system. Some embodiments have a remote control to raise and lower the mast. Some embodiments have an array of lights atop the mast which can be rotated not only relative to horizontal light axes, but also relative to a horizontal array axis which is parallel to, but not collinear with, the horizontal light axes. Furthermore, some embodiments preferably provide at least one, if not a number of lights which can be unplugged from the array and connected into connections at the housing while still allowing for rotation of the lights (such as about horizontal and/or vertical axes).

Abstract: A lamp position adjustment device includes a base plate, a supporting frame, a lamp holder, a first positioning mechanism, and a second positioning mechanism. The first positioning mechanism is disposed between the lamp holder and the supporting frame and between the lamp holder and the base plate to enable the lamp holder to move in a first direction relative to the supporting frame. The first direction is substantially parallel with one side of a light incident surface of an integration rod. The second positioning mechanism is disposed between the lamp holder and the base plate to enable the lamp holder to rotate about an axis parallel to the first direction.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an inflatable lamp assembly a bladder and a light emitting apparatus that assembled together. The bladder includes a first bag portion, a second bag portion connected with an opening of the first bag portion, an air nozzle disposed on the firs bag portion, and a flange disposed at the opening of the second bag portion. The first bag portion and the second bag portion are co-formed an inflatable cell which is capable of being inflated and deflated by the air nozzle. The light emitting apparatus is received in a recess defined between the second bag portion and flange. As such, the light emitting apparatus can be firmly clamped in the recess when the inflatable cell is filled with air.

Abstract: An automobile security device includes an enclosing housing mounted to a roof of a vehicle. An erectable, pivoting mooring post is located within the housing. A motion control and power delivery system erects the mooring post upon activation providing power and control to devices mounted to the post. Means are provided for activating and controlling the control system. Various surveillance devices are mounted to the mooring post including a video camera, a lighting system to illuminate an area surrounding the vehicle and sound recording equipment to record sounds adjacent the vehicle. The means for activating and controlling the motion control and power delivery system includes manual controls located within the vehicle, a wireless remote control, timing systems linked to starting and turning off of the vehicle electrical system and sound and motion detectors located on the vehicle. The system is provided as original equipment and as an after market product.

Abstract: A control system for a pneumatically operated mast has a first control, a second control, and a positioning member. A first serial link communicates the first control with the second control. A second serial link communicates the second control with the positioning member. A relay system communicates with the first and second control and the positioning member. The relay system accommodates a 12 voltage or 24 voltage source.

Abstract: A hand protective cooking apparatus, usually referred to an Oven Mitt and/or Pot Holder, including a combination of sound, light and video electric generating devices, including a power source, grouped as an electronic assembly secured into the body of the hand protective cooking apparatus. Sound, light and video combinations generated by the hand protective cooking apparatus, may entertain, inform, advertise and illuminate. A programmed sound chip, radio, MP3 player, television and Walkie-Talkie maybe embedded in the electronic assembly. Furthermore, the hand protective cooking apparatus has thematically integrated sounds, visuals, fabric design and a removable attached greeting card to strengthen the entertaining, informational, advertising, promotional, souvenir and gift value.

Abstract: The invention disclosed relates to a light housing adapted to retain a light source. The light housing has a first reflector and a second reflector mounted to rotate concentrically about a main axis. A transmission system is present between the first and second reflector. Rotation of the first reflector in a first direction about the main axis rotates the second reflectors via the transmission system at the same angular velocity as the first reflector about the main axis to retain the same relative angular position between the first and second reflectors. Rotation of the first reflector in a second direction of rotation, opposite to the first direction, rotates the second reflector, via the transmission system to vary the relative angular position between the first and second reflector.

Abstract: A radiation source apparatus for irradiating the inner walls of elongated cavities, especially for hardening of artificial resin laminates that can be radiation hardened by ultraviolet or infrared radiation, has a base body with at least one light source and multiple wheels by which the apparatus is guided inside the cavities. The multiple wheels are movably mounted on arms in a direction radial to the base body. At least one gas pressure spring is assigned to each arm, which pushes the arm from a radially proximal first position into a radially distal second position.

Abstract: A backlight unit and a display device using the same include a light-guiding plate having a plurality of grooves, a plurality of light-emitting lamps in the respective grooves of the light-guiding plate, and a light-diffusion sheet above the light-guiding plate and the lamps.

Abstract: A light head is mounted on a common base, and includes a light source in a mounting base. The base is mounted on a collapsible elongated pole, and the pole is for mounting on an outside wall of a carrying case. There is a carrying handle for the case, an electrical power outlet mounted on a wall, base or lid of the case and for plugging in an electrical wire to power the light head. The interior of the case is for locating a rechargeable battery, and the battery when charged, supplies power to the power outlet such that the light head can be powered. Recharging can be via either a 12V DC automobile or a 110 AC power supply. The carrying handle is extendible; and retractable, and in the retraction mode is essentially within the general perimeter space of the case. The case includes a pair of pulley wheels, the wheels being for facilitating the moving of the case.

Abstract: A light head is mounted on a common base, and includes a light source in a mounting base. The base is mounted on a collapsible elongated pole, and the pole is for mounting on an outside wall of a carrying case. There is a carrying handle for the case, an electrical power outlet mounted on a wall, base or lid of the case and for plugging in an electrical wire to power the light head. The interior of the case is for locating a rechargeable battery, and the battery when charged, supplies power to the power outlet such that the light head can be powered. Recharging can be via either a 12V DC automobile or a 110 AC power supply. The carrying handle is extendible; and retractable, and in the retraction mode is essentially within the general perimeter space of the case. The case includes a pair of pulley wheels, the wheels being for facilitating the moving of the case.

Abstract: An extendable lighting system having a main housing with a bottom wall and upwardly extending side walls. A lamp housing is retractable positioned within the main housing and a flexible diaphragm connects to the main housing above the bottom wall and connects to the lamp housing to create a substantially enclosed space between the diaphragm and the bottom wall. An air passage communicates with the enclosed space.

Abstract: A retractable light/sound system for mounting on the eave of a structure includes a housing and an output subassembly. A hinge pivotably interconnects the housing and the output subassembly whereby the latter is pivotable between a retracted/stored position and an extended/display position. The output subassembly includes multiple lights and/or loudspeakers and provides output in response to input power and/or control signals from any control subsystem, which can include a microprocessor adapted for preprogramming to activate the output components in response to certain, predetermined input source conditions. The system is adapted for mounting on or in soffits, or on building fascias integrally with gutters.

Abstract: An inflatable flexible illuminating apparatus includes an inflatable flexible member having a first end and a second end with the first end being secured to a base and the second end having a light emitting source fixed in proximity thereto. The inflatable flexible member has a non-extended, non-rigid configuration when in a non-inflated state and the inflatable flexible member has an extended configuration when in a substantially fully inflated state. The inflatable flexible member is sufficiently rigid to be self supporting in a predetermined shape when in the substantially fully inflated state. A power source is connected to the light emitting source and a pump or motorized fan is provided to inflate the inflatable flexible member.

Abstract: A brake light system for a vehicle includes an indicating member movable between a first position and a second position, which is different from the first position. The indicating member is movable from its first position to its second position in response to the actuation of a brake system of the vehicle so as to indicate the extent of engagement of the brake system.

Abstract: An efficient redundant light distribution system includes redundant light generation enclosures providing light to a collector array 10, coupled to an ultraviolet to red converter 20, a combination array 30, a distribution array 40 and multiple projection lenses 4.

Abstract: A pneumatically actuated telescoping mast assembly has a mast axis and comprises a plurality of telescopically interengaged mast tubes having axially opposite ends and being axially slidable relative to one another along the mast axis between retracted and extended positions. Axially adjacent mast tubes include a stop collar held on one of the ends of each tube by a snap ring. The radially inner mast tube, of two adjacent mast tubes, includes a double wrap snap ring thereon for engaging the stop collar on the radially outer mast tube to limit relative axial displacement therebetween. The radially inner mast tube further includes a guide collar with a gasket slidably engaging the inner side of the radially outer mast tube. The mast assembly also includes an internal support collar for displacing and supporting the internal wiring used to supply power to the top of the mast assembly.

Abstract: A system for transmitting images and methods of manufacturing and using the same. The system for transmitting images includes a camera, a fiber optic cable, and a display system. The camera comprises a lens system for receiving light signals from one or more still and/or moving objects to be imaged. Upon receiving the light signals, the lens system intensifies the light signals to produce a substantially-reduced image of the objects and communicates the entire substantially-reduced image in real-time to a lens system of the display system via a single filament of the fiber optic cable. The lens system of the display system then deminiaturizes (or magnifies) the substantially-reduced image to produce an expanded image of the objects. The expanded image, which is continuously updated by the lens system of the camera to generate real-time still and/or moving images, is visibly presented by the display system.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises an enclosure having a torroidal shaped body adapted for engaging a pool jet water supply pipe. The torroidal body encloses a light projecting device interconnected in an electrical circuit for switching lighting on and off. A water dispensing jet engaged with the water supply pipe directs water into a swimming pool. The light projecting device is adapted for directing light toward the dispensing jet for producing a light show in the directed water and for directing light toward the pool.

Abstract: Light adjustment apparatuses and methods for adjusting light assemblies are disclosed herein. One embodiment can include a light holder having a housing, a mounting bracket coupled to the housing, a support member rotatably attached to the mounting bracket, and a lock to restrict the mounting bracket from rotating relative to the support member about an axis of rotation. In another embodiment, a method is provided for adjusting a light assembly. The method includes removing a lock from a first lock receiver in a mounting bracket and a second lock receiver in a support member; rotating the mounting bracket and a light assembly attached to the mounting bracket as a unit so that the light is aimed at a selected orientation; aligning a third lock receiver in the mounting bracket with the second lock receiver in the support member; and placing the lock in the third lock receiver of the mounting bracket and the second lock receiver of the support member.

Abstract: An extendable mast arrangement, that is supported on a mobile vehicle, having a telescopically extending mast and a mast accessory supported at one end thereof. The mast arrangement having a control system for effecting the movements and functions of the mast and mast accessories, that includes a wireless remote control that utilizes coded command signals to communicate instructions to the control system of the mast arrangement. The control system, including the remote control, utilizes spread spectrum modulation to encode and decode the electromagnetically transmitted control commands. Particularly, the control system uses frequency hopping modulation, a form of spread spectrum modulation, to encode and decode the command signals.

Abstract: A pneumatically actuated telescoping mast assembly has a mast axis and comprises a plurality of telescopically interengaged mast tubes having axially opposite ends and being axially slidable relative to one another along the mast axis between retracted and extended positions. Axially adjacent mast tubes include a stop collar held on one of the ends of each tube by a snap ring. The radially inner mast tube, of two adjacent mast tubes, includes a double wrap snap ring thereon for engaging the stop collar on the radially outer mast tube to limit relative axial displacement therebetween. The radially inner mast tube further includes a guide collar with a gasket slidably engaging the inner side of the radially outer mast tube. The mast assembly also includes an internal support collar for displacing and supporting the internal wiring used to supply power to the top of the mast assembly.

Abstract: A telescoping mast assembly having a ball drive actuator drive system. A telescoping mast section is housed within a base mast section mounted to a base plate. The base mast section pivots about a pivot axis between a lowered, horizontal position and an upright, vertical position and includes an upper elongate body disposed an upper side of the pivot axis and a bottom end disposed on an opposite side of the pivot axis. A ball actuator drive includes an electrically powered motor that drives a ball screw reciprocally inward and outward along a linear stroke path. A remote end of the ball screw is attached to the bottom end of the base mast section and, by pushing and pulling the bottom end of the base mast section, pivots and maintains the base mast section to alternative positions between the fully raised and the fully lowered positions. A telescoping mast section is housed within the base mast section and telescopes between an extended position and a retracted position.

Abstract: An extendible mast assembly is disclosed comprising a base member (12); a base mast section (16) pivotally coupled thereto; and an extendible mast section (20) telescopically received within the base mast section (16). A first ball drive actuator (14) is mounted and coupled to pivotally drive the mast sections between a horizontal “down” position and a vertical “up” position, and a second ball drive actuator (18) is mounted within the base mast section to move the extendible mast section in and out of the base mast section. A wiring harness (106, 108) is routed from the base of the unit up through the base mast section and the extendible mast section for powering the ball drive actuators (14, 18) and any electrically powered device mounted to the distal end of the mast. The uppermost extendible mast section (20) is composed of non-conductive material to prevent the conductance of a charge down the mast to the vehicle to which the unit is attached.

Abstract: An improved pneumatically telescoping mast supported for pivotal movement in opposite directions is provided. The mast includes adjacent telescoping sections slidable relative to one another between retracted and extended positions. A pneumatic control system for displacing the mast sections between the retracted and extended positions is also provided, as is a mechanical arrangement for pivoting the mast between generally horizontal and vertical positions. The mechanical arrangement includes a drive mechanism operable independently from the pneumatic control system which is capable of securely maintaining the mast at any desired angle between the horizontal and vertical positions. The mast includes an AC powered light source mounted at the upper end of the mast.

Abstract: The problem of the present invention resides in providing a projector having a telescopic post which is easy to deal with a multiple stage structure, capable of setting illumination devices at high positions, sufficiently considering also of safety and excellent in operability. The resolving means is as follows. There is provided a telescopic post in which a plurality of middle pipe posts having successively reduced inner diameters are ascendably and descendably inserted into a base pipe post fixed to a carriage and the respective middle pipe posts are ascended and extended by elastic force of built-in gas dampers. The gas dampers are of a gas damper structure of a tandem type connected in a vertical direction in the telescopic post.

Abstract: An improved pneumatically telescoping mast supported for pivotal movement in opposite directions is provided. The mast includes adjacent telescoping sections slidable relative to one another between retracted and extended positions. A pneumatic control system for displacing the mast sections between retracted and extended positions is also provided as is a system for pivoting the mast in opposite directions about the pivot axis between the horizontal and vertical positions. The mast includes a light source mounted at the other upper end of the mast which is capable of running on the same DC power source as the pneumatic control system and the mast pivoting system.

Abstract: A searchlight which comprises a cover mounted on a rotating support shaft and defining an axis of rotation, first means for rotating the support shaft containing the cover around the axis of rotation, a reflector pivotally mounted within the cover, and second means for rotating the reflector in a different direction relative to the direction of rotation of the cover.

Abstract: An improved pneumatically telescoping mast supported for pivotal movement in opposite directions is provided. The mast includes adjacent telescoping sections slidable relative to one another between retracted and extended positions. A pneumatic control system for displacing the mast sections between retracted and extended positions is also provided as is a system for pivoting the mast in opposite directions about the pivot axis between the horizontal and vertical positions. The mast includes a light source mounted at the other upper end of the mast which is capable of running on the same DC power source as the pneumatic control system and the mast pivoting system.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a pneumatically operated retractable lighting assembly that is adapted for insertion into the ground, existing ceilings, or the like. The pneumatically operated retractable lighting assembly includes a first housing that receives a second housing. The second housing is in a slidable relationship to the first housing. The second housing further supports the light fixture. When the device is activated, air is supplied to the first housing in order to lift and activate the second housing and current is supplied to the light fixture. During deactivation, the air escapes the first housing to permit the second housing to retract into the first housing while current is no longer supplied to the light fixture.

Abstract: A pneumatically telescoping mast adapted for mounting an electrical fixture is disclosed. The telescoping mast includes a pneumatic control system to extend the mast from a retracted position to an extended position. The mast is made up of adjacent telescopic sections, each section slidable relative to an adjacent section, each section slidable between the retracted position and the extended position. Mechanical arrangements are disclosed for pivoting the mast between a generally horizontal and a generally vertical position, including drive mechanisms operable independently of the pneumatic control system and adapted to securely maintain the mast at any desired angle between the horizontal and vertical positions.

Abstract: A lamp assembly for surgery and the like includes a ceiling mounted track having opposed internal channels, a carriage assembly that rides in the track and that is connected to a depending tubular stem which terminates in a control head having a lighthead fastened to it. A switch on the control head energizes a solenoid having a movable core that acts through mechanical linkage to retract a pair of opposing brakes from engagement against the side walls of the track, thereby allowing the lamp assembly to be moved along the track easily. When the solenoid is de-energized, a compression spring urges the brakes firmly against the side walls of the track, locking the light assembly in place along the track.

Abstract: A portable light support apparatus having a telescoping mast unit. The apparatus includes a mast support unit (11) that provides a housing unit (14) for containing a generator unit and a hydraulic operating system, and a wheel assembly (16) and tongue unit (17) for facilitating portability of the housing unit (14). A telescoping mast unit (12) pivotally connects to the mast support unit (11) and provides for a vertical lock unit (32) and a safety lock unit (34) to prevent the apparatus from elongating unless in a vertical position. A rotating light bar (86) connects to the top of the telescoping mast unit (12) such that electric lights mounted thereon can be rotated from a remote position.

Abstract: A frame attached to a ceiling supports a horizontally reciprocal carriage. A light fixture is supported by the carriage. A flexible conductor has one end connected to the fixture and an intermediate portion extending around a part of said carriage so that movement of the carriage in one direction lowers the fixture and movement in an opposite direction elevates the fixture.

Abstract: A safety for use in combination with a motor vehicle comprising an elongate vertically extending telescoping member having a first segment connected between the floor and ceiling of a motor vehicle and a second segment vertically telescoping along the vertical axis having a top end comprising a light which is vertically swingable in relation to the vertical member. The device includes means for extending and compressing the telescoping second segment comprising a CO.sub.2 compressed gas tank which may be hooked-up to the tubular support member to conduit means.

Abstract: An assembly for supporting a light or other signal fixture in an elevated location, either self-supported, as basally, for lighting purposes, or as on TV and radio towers, smoke stacks and other installations requiring elevated operative warning signals, as safety beacon lights or other similar fixtures, at the top portion thereof, and for lowering such fixtures to an accessible inoperative lower location for replacing, repairing or otherwise servicing the fixture without requiring service personnel to climb, to or from the elevated operative location; and including an auxiliary vertical support assembly in association with the tower or like structure and having a carriage associated therewith and carrying a light or other signal fixture, and which carriage may be moved along the support assembly to a lowered, retracted, inoperative position at rest or for replacement or repair of the fixture, and to an upper elevated operative position relative to the tower or like structure, making electrical or other opera

Abstract: The device comprises a bar pivoted to a swing-bar whose ends are each connected to a piston rod of a jack having two positions. The travel of one of the jacks is equal to double the travel of the other. The front end of the bar is connected to the upper part of a headlamp and the bar is connected to the middle of the swing-bar. The ends of the latter are formed over and engaged in notches formed in a support of the device. The edges of the notches constitute abutments for the swing-bar.

Abstract: A hydraulically operated retractable light fixture is disclosed particularly adapted for decorative landscape lighting applications, lighting walks and pathways, and exterior area lighting applications. A retractable hollow member carrying a light bulb is disposed to retract into a hollow body which can be buried in the ground or mounted to exterior wall or ceiling surfaces. A hydraulic line is attached to the housing for forcing the retractable member out of the housing when lighting is desired. Various modifications are shown for creating special lighting effects.

Abstract: The headlamp tilting mechanism is provided in a motor vehicle in which a pair of headlamps are tiltable relative to the motor vehicle body. The headlamp tilting mechanism includes a hydro-mechanical transducer which is fed with hydraulic signals corresponding to changes in the attitude of the vehicle body under changing load and acceleration and braking forces. The transducer has an output rod slidable in bushes relative to the body and is connected with a lever which extends substantially parallel to the rod by means of a link which is pivoted at its ends to the lever and rod respectively. One end of the lever is pivoted to the body while the other end is connected through the intermediary of a further link with the respective headlamp. The arrangement described above permits ready tilting movement of the headlamp upon sliding movement of the output rod but does not permit sliding movement of the rod as a result of external pressures applied to the headlamp.