Abstract: An electrical track lighting system. The track lighting system includes a flexible track that includes a foamed adhesive strip on the upper surface separating two conductor rails. The track is cut to length and secured to the desired surface by the adhesive strip. Light fixtures having spring clip members with electrical contact surfaces engage onto the upper surface conductor rails of the track. An elastomer body provides a resilient force to ensure the engagement of the spring clip members.

Abstract: A fastening device for a Christmas light which includes a socket of a conventional type having a notch in a circumferential wall of the bottom. A cap engaged with the bottom of the socket having a narrow portion on the root of a projection facing to the notch of the socket. A separating fastener of L-shaped section having a jaw engageable with the narrow portion of the projection through the notch, a first clip defined between the socket and the lower portion of the fastener and a second clip defined by an extension and the outer surface of the first clip. Both the first and second clips have a serrated portion on their inner surfaces in order to firmly attach the Christmas light to a flat or linear object.

Abstract: Support means for light fittings incorporating a lamp globe (1) provided with an opening (2) through which is insertable a lamp cap (4), and incorporating a distribution element (6) provided substantially just in front of the opening in the lamp globe and equipped with a number of retaining members (8) distributed around the opening in the lamp globe and retaining the lamp globe with a tension force, whereby the retaining members are constituted by elongated, wire-like attachment members (8) projecting from the distribution element (6), and the ends (9) of which, facing the lamp globe, are attachable for hooking to corresponding receiving members (10) of the lamp globe.

Abstract: A safety light kit is described that includes a plurality of battery-powered safety lights and an plurality of safety light stands, each of the stands including a ferrous mounting plate, and a support member adapted to support the ferrous mounting plate in a generally upright orientation on a horizontal surface. The kit can also include additional mounting mechanisms such as a rectangular plate having a front face for attachment of a light, and a rear surface for use in attaching said mounting mechanism to a generally vertical surface and/or a flexible pouch having a safety light-receiving cavity with a transparent front face. The lights can also be used in combination with a stand or other mounting mechanism independent of the kit.

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: A lamp assembly is provided which includes a lamp/reflector subassembly coupled together by a lamp coupler. The lamp coupler may include two coupler segments which are configured and dimensioned such that the lamp/reflector subassembly may be enclosed within the two coupler segments which may then be latched together. When latched together, the light source of the lamp will be properly positioned relative to the reflector to provide the desired lumen output. Such lamp assembly does not require a costly lamp to reflector focusing operation. A lamp coupler useful in such lamp assembly is also provided.

Abstract: A compact lamp unit is described which functions both as a fluorescent lamp and as a nightlight. The lamp unit includes a housing, a fluorescent tube, a low power light source, a conductive base and first and second circuits. The housing is used to contain a number of components and to support the fluorescent tube and low power light source. The conductive base is attached to a neck portion of the housing and has contact terminals adapted for a three-way lamp socket. The first circuit is electrically connected between the fluorescent tube and two of the contact terminals to drive the fluorescent tube. The second circuit is electrically connected between the low power light source and two of the contact terminals to drive the low power light source.

Abstract: A ballast housing has a bottom wall, a sidewall extending in a first direction from the bottom wall, and a first compartment that is defined between the bottom wall and the sidewall, with a first access opening remote from the bottom wall. The housing further includes an interior wall extending from its bottom wall in the first direction and is located completely within the first compartment, and a second compartment that is defined by the interior wall and is isolated from the first compartment by the interior wall. The second compartment includes a second access opening adjacent the bottom wall. A first component can be disposed in the first compartment and a second component can be disposed in the second compartment with the second compartment isolating the second component from the first component in the first compartment.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination of a light-emitting tubular device (25) and a support pillar (15) for retaining and electrically connecting the device, the light emitting device comprising a translucent outer sheath comprising braided filaments (8) and a light emitter (2) arranged within the tubular hollow body (1), the combination comprising retaining hooks (20, 36, 41) for retaining the device in the pillar, and power connectors (19, 26, 38, 43) for connecting the device and the pillar and providing power to the light emitter. The invention also relates to a light emitting device and a pillar for mounting the device with purposes of delimiting pedestrians walking areas, performing towing functions, rescuing activities, signaling.

Abstract: An overhead light fixture including a housing with a top wall, power-related components, a lamp-mounting socket, and usually a reflector. The top wall defines a pair of side-by-side hanger-member apertures, and a hanger member extends through a chosen aperture in a chosen orientation, thus providing multiple positions for the hanger vis-a-vis the housing to accommodate different centers of gravity as determined by the particular choice and positioning of power-related and other components within and on the housing. Preferably, the apertures are slots and the hanger member is a flat plate with right-angle bends. A junction box with another pair of hanger-member apertures gives more mounting options, as does differing hangers. The invention also includes a top wall with a hanger-member aperture between a pair of securing devices, such as a fastener apertures, allowing attachment of the hanger member to the housing in a selected one of two orientations.

Abstract: A safety light assembly is designed for use with an outboard, motor or the outdrive unit of a motor mounted on a boat which is carried on a trailer being towed by a towing vehicle. The safety light assembly is removably secured to the anti-cavitation plate of the drive housing of the motor or outdrive unit by means of clamps. The assembly includes a housing with a central light-supporting portion between first and second flanges located on opposite sides of the central light-supporting portion. A light is attached to the central light-supporting portion of the housing; and the flanges are removably secured by means of clamps to the anti-cavitation plate on the drive housing of an outboard motor, or outdrive unit. Electrical connectors interconnect the light with a source of electrical energy, which ideally is the lighting system of the taillights of a boat trailer.

Abstract: A vehicle lighting fixture for securing to a vehicle, the lighting fixture includes a base panel having a base panel front surface and a base panel rear surface and having a non-invasive attachment mechanism on the base panel rear surface, and having a strap engaging mechanism; a laterally extending wire cover strap securable to the strap engaging mechanism and having a cover strap rear surface and having non-invasive attachment mechanism on the cover strap rear surface; a light source secured against the base panel front surface; a lens panel extending over the front of the light source and secured to the base panel front surface; and a lens frame secured over the lens panel and covering the perimeter of the lens panel, and connected to the lens panel by a lens frame connector mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention is a kit or a channel system useful for the removable mounting (installation and removal) of ornamental light strings onto buildings such as houses, offices, stores, and the like. The system according to the present invention has at least one, preferably a series of, display channel pieces, or tracks, that are attached to a surface of a building, such as a house, store, office, or the like. The channel pieces are coupled together with coupling tabs. In one embodiment there are at least two corner pieces (first and second corner pieces) are provided to allow for three dimension of mounting of the ornamental light strings. Slide mounts moveably fit within, and work with, channels within the channel pieces and are used to moveably secure ornamental light strings to the system when in use. A slide mount guide is used to urge the mounted light string from a storage channel piece to the display channel pieces.

Abstract: In a light housing (1) for the installation into a mounting opening (2), in particular for a light in a motor vehicle, with an angle bracket (9), which is slidable onto a wall section (16) of the mounting opening (2) with the holding receptacle (10), the light disk (5) is insertable into the remaining opening with the angle bracket being slid on, where the inserted light disk (5) grips around the angle bracket (9) and also grips around a wall section (26) of the mounting opening (2) approximately on the opposite side. Only two installation steps are necessary for mounting the light housing (1) i.e., sliding of the holding receptacle (9) onto the wall section (16) and inserting the light disk (5).

Abstract: An improved pull-on clip intended to position and maintain in place a reflector trim within a downlighting housing or “can” and particularly to bias the trim against an opening in a ceiling to retain a finishing flange of the trim in place about the opening. The present clip can be manually assembled to the trim by means of a snap-fastening structure provided on an attachment end of the clip, the use of tools being unnecessary for assembly of the clip to the trim. The clip facilitates lamp positioning within the can and thereby within the fixture such that optimum lamp performance is obtained.

Abstract: A Christmas tree outdoor ornament has an elongated hook member with one end having a spiral hook and the other end having a hook sized to receive at least one string of decorative lights. A star fits over the body of the hook member. The spiral hook attached to a gutter or a suction cup and decorative light strings are routed from the hook member to anchors creating a triangular tree shape. The anchors may be stakes in the ground or suction cups attached to any flat surface such as a window or window sill.

Abstract: A luminaire, and in particular an arm-mounted spotlight or a picture light, having a long slim stem with a lighting head at one end and fixing elements at the other end. The fixing elements have clamping ends which engage at least partially around the stem and which can be operated by hand between a clamping position and a loosening position. In one embodiment, the clamping elements are each formed as clamping sleeves which embrace the stem annularly and have open ends which have flanges which can be moved toward each other by a finger grip in order to achieve the clamping action. In another embodiment, clamping elements are biased into a closed position by a spring and finger grips are provided to open the clamping elements when pressed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connecting structure of a light bulb holder, which is provided with an easy connecting design at the outside walls of the body for effective connecting with electric wires securely. The invention is particularly used in a net-type or a curtain-type decorative light string. By use of enough connecting strength, the bulb holders are able to connect with the wires in order that the complete decorative configuration can be obtained and remained perfectly.

Abstract: A light support apparatus is provided for use on a windshield oriented at a windshield slope angle with respect to the horizontal and includes a bracket member which has a top bracket portion and a bottom bracket portion. A horizontal support member is connected to the top bracket portion at a bracket-to-support angle. A vertical support member is connected to the horizontal support member, and a windshield supported foot member is connected to the vertical support member at a foot-to-vertical support angle. The horizontal support member includes a fastener reception channel. Preferably, the bracket-to-support angle is substantially supplementary to the windshield slope angle, and the foot-to-vertical support angle is substantially complementary to the windshield slope angle. A light assembly is connected to the horizontal support member. The light support apparatus of the invention is especially useful on the windshield of a boat.

Abstract: A fastening device for projector lamp. The fastening device includes a lamp, a lamp casing and a strip-shaped spring that fastens the lamp onto the lamp casing. The lamp casing has a first sidewall, a second sidewall, a bottom wall and an upper connective structure, together they encloses a central space. The first sidewall has a first opening and the second sidewall has a hook groove. There is a second opening between the second sidewall and the bottom wall. The spring has a first end and a second end. A central portion of the strip-shaped spring can be latched by the hook groove. The first end of the spring is fixed by the first opening on the first sidewall. The second end of the spring has an internal recess structure. The second end of the spring passes through the second opening and fastens onto a recess groove on the lamp. The deform stress produced by passing the spring through the first opening, the hook groove and the recess groove is capable fixing the lamp relative to the lamp casing.

Abstract: A socket spring is designed to be installed in at least two different types of reflectors. The socket spring includes a base that can be connected to a lamp socket, a first arm and a second arm. The first arm extends from the base and includes a first bend near the base for use in connecting to a first reflector and a second bend further away from the base for use in connecting to a second reflector. The second arm extends from the base and includes a first bend near the base for use in connecting to the first reflector and a second bend further away from the base for use in connecting to the second reflector. Installing the socket spring in the first reflector includes mounting the first bends to the first reflector and installing the socket spring in the second reflector includes mounting the second bends to the second reflector.

Abstract: A single-conductor positioning device on each or either lateral side of a bulb holder, wherein, a receiving seat is integrally formed on the side of the bulb holder and is comprised of two hook-like sidewalls opposite to each other and forming an inner slot and a central slit. The wall portions of the sidewalls on both sides of the central slit are further folded to form respectively hooks. A recessed surface is formed centrally on an inner wall of the inner slot. A plug with a base can be fitted in the receiving seat, and has vertical grooves for connecting with the hooks on the receiving seat. The plug has a clamping recess provided in opposition to the recessed surface to form together with the latter a conductor clamping-slot. Inserting of the plug into the receiving seat can firmly position the conductor at a central position on the lateral side of the bulb holder; engagement of the plug with the vertical grooves can prevent the central slit from pulling outwardly.

Abstract: The disclosed in this invention is a hanger used for decorative light bulb strings. It primarily consists of a loop portion and a resilient retainer portion. A decorative light bulb string can be hung with ease by routing the electrical conductive wires thereof through the retainer portion of a hanger to form an arcuate light bulb array and further attached to other supporters by the loop portion of a hanger to display a unique decorative effect. In addition the hanger structure is also cost effective in manufacturing and thus it has economic value in industry.

Abstract: A device and method for rigidly elevating a structure includes a base member securable in the ground and which has a portion extending above the ground. A pole section, having a bore inside a lower end, and an upper end, can be stacked upon the base member upwardly by slip fitting the pole section onto the base end and securing it in place. A flexible, easily transportable and durable system is thereby created for elevating structures. An integrated pole for elevating light fixtures and all other necessary components such as electrical components, can be predesigned, shipped, and easily installed at a desired location. A pole top member, including rigidly secured cross arms, can be inserted on the top of a pole. All wiring for both the pole top cross arms, and the pole itself can be preconfigured and require simple connection of plugs between wiring segments.

Abstract: A siding mounted light clip is described for releasable attachment to a lap type siding member. The clip includes a clip body with a light mount part and a siding mount part. The siding mount part includes a base member with a flange configured to slide under a lap type siding member. A leg member extends from the base member to the light mount part. A resilient clamp member is mounted to the leg member and forms an expandable siding receiving recess with the flange. A lap type siding member may be releasably gripped within the expandable siding receiving recess between the flange and resilient clamp member.

Abstract: A lamp shade for a Christmas light includes a Christmas light having a pair of flexible hooks on the opposing outer circumferences of the socket and a pair of snap projections on the opposing outer circumferences of the socket alternative with the hooks and a colored lamp shade which has an olives-shaped body, a circular extension on the bottom of the body engageable with the top of the light, a pair of openings in the opposing circumferential walls of the extension to define a pair of damper ends thereaside engageable with the hooks and a pair of elongate slots in the opposing circumferential walls of the extension alternate with the openings and made engageable with the snap projections in a snap fitting.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination of a light-emitting tubular device (25) and a support pillar (15) for retaining and electrically connecting the device, the light emitting device comprising a translucent outer sheath comprising braided filaments (8) and a light emitter (2) arranged within the tubular hollow body (1), the combination comprising retaining hooks (20, 36, 41) for retaining the device in the pillar, and power connectors (19, 26, 38, 43) for connecting the device and the pillar and providing power to the light emitter. The invention also relates to a light emitting device and a pillar for mounting the device with purposes of delimiting pedestrians walking areas, performing towing functions, rescuing activities, signaling.

Abstract: The rotatable and mountable light assembly of the present invention includes a base member, the base member pivotally connected to a clamping member, the clamping member comprising a means to removably secure the base member to a bar; a lamp holding member releasably secured to the base member, the lamp holding member comprising a lamp receiving space, the lamp receiving space being of sufficient space to receive at least one individual lamp. The lamp holding member is capable of altering its orientation with regard to the base member such that the orientation of the lamp holding member vis-à-vis the clamping member may be altered; the single lamp residing in a portion of the receiving space, the lamp comprising a tens and a means to illuminate; and a means to provide power to the lamp.

Abstract: A holder for holding decorative lights and other objects having a generally cylindrical portion has a holding segment containing two curvilinear arms and a mounting segment to attach the holder to a mounting surface. The holding segment has a first curvilinear portion and a second curvilinear portion extending from the mounting. The first curvilinear portion is sized and shaped to define a generally cylindrical opening having a first selected diameter. The second curvilinear portion is sized and shaped to define a second generally cylindrical opening having a second selected diameter that is larger than the first selected diameter. Additionally, the end of the second curvilinear portion is adjacent the end of the first curvilinear portion.

Abstract: A Christmas lamp base includes a socket, a bottom part and a hooked part which are separable parts, and each can be made according to various designs. The socket has a separating plate between an upper and a lower part. The separating plate has two connecting holes. The hooked part is provided for permitting the lamp to be hung on a Christmas tree, and has a connecting portion and a curved hanging portion. The hooked part is connected to the socket by inserting the connecting portion into a slot on the socket. The bottom part has two connecting protrusions projecting on a bottom cover. The bottom part is connected to the socket with the protrusions each passed through a respective one of the connecting holes of the socket. The design of the Christmas lamp can be changed by replacing one of the parts with other designs, not having to make another mould for the whole lamp base.

Abstract: A head lamp for a vehicle having a power supply includes a discharge bulb, a reflector for holding the discharge bulb, a lamp body for accommodating the reflector, the lamp body having an opening in the reflector for replacing the discharge bulb, a back cover coupled to the lamp body to close the opening, a starting circuit coupled to the discharge bulb for lighting the discharge bulb, a first connector coupled to the starting circuit, a second connector coupled to the power supply; and a detachable lock member fastening the back cover to the first and second connectors, wherein the lock member is covered by the first and second connectors when the connectors are coupled with each other, so that the back cover cannot be open before disengaging the lock member.

Abstract: A novel decorative apparatus is disclosed that depicts various symbols including sports, school, or holiday symbols by providing a frame in the shape of the desired symbol. The frame is provided with connection devices that orient small electric lamps in a predetermined direction whereby the small electric lamps outline the symbol.

Abstract: A Christmas light string holder for use on interior and exterior surfaces of buildings. The holder comprises a flexible, resilient, helical wire, a fastener such as a nail or screw and, optionally, a convex cap with a hollow recess for dressing the head of the nail. To mount a light string on a surface, a holder is attached at each of several spaced apart locations on the surface, and the light string is wedged between, and retained by, adjacent turns of the helical wires. The light string is easily disattached from the holders by spreading apart the adjacent turns long enough to lift away the light string. The holders can remain in place year-round if desired, and can be used for mounting other objects to the same surface.

Abstract: A modular light arrangement is described which is useful for an individual engaged in a sport activity. It easily can be converted from a single to a dual light bulb housing arrangement while maintaining stability and rigidity. It includes a clamp positioned to grip one or more light housings between a pair of opposed jaws. A pair of spaced indexing pins is provided on one of the jaws and a corresponding pair of spaced indexing posts are provided on the other jaw. These pins and posts collectively engage complementary sockets in the housing(s) to facilitate the gripping. One of the jaws is movable toward and away from the other to facilitate changing the number of light housings that are gripped.

Abstract: An adjustable support device for a trouble light including a base member comprised of a cylindrical lower section and a rounded upper section. The cylindrical lower section has a lower end. The lower end has a notch extending upwardly thereof. The notch has a magnetic surface disposed thereon whereby the notch can be secured to a ferrous surface. The rounded upper section has a central channel extending downwardly thereof. The rounded upper section has a cross-bar extending laterally therethrough with a center section exposed within the central channel. A sleeve member is pivotally coupled with respect to the base member. The sleeve member includes a lower rod and an upper expandable cylindrical sleeve. The lower rod has a lower end having an aperture therethrough. The aperture receives the center section of the cross-bar of the base member therethrough. The lower rod has an upper end secured to the upper expandable cylindrical sleeve.

Abstract: An attachable cord holder for a Christmas light includes an arcuate plate slidably inserted into a pair guide slots behind rectangular notch in the top of a socket of the light, a hook of roughly U-shaped section connected to the arcuate plate having a narrow entrance into the top and a thumbpiece extended outward from a flange of a base of the light having a round surfaced protrusion projected downward from the free end and engageable with the entrance of the hook. When a cord is transversely disposed into the hook, the round surfaced protrusion of the thumbpiece is pressed downward and frictionally inserted into the entrance of the hook to tightly close the entrance.

Abstract: A holder (10) to support a portable light. The holder (10) includes a base (11) with a concave surface (14) to receive the light, and adjacent which there is located belts (13) to secure the light to the surface (14). Extending from the base (11) is a bridge portion (18) to which a magnetic portion (15) is attached.

Abstract: The rotatable and mountable light assembly of the present invention includes a base member, the base member pivotally connected to a clamping member, the clamping member comprising a means to removably secure the base member to a bar; a lamp holding member releasably secured to the base member, the lamp holding member comprising a lamp receiving space, the lamp receiving space being of sufficient space to receive at least one individual lamp. The lamp holding member is capable of altering its orientation with regard to the base member such that the orientation of the lamp holding member vis-à-vis the clamping member may be altered; the single lamp residing in a portion of the receiving space, the lamp comprising a lens and a means to illuminate; and a means to provide power to the lamp.

Abstract: A decorative lamp is composed of a lamp holder and a bulb assembly received in the holder. The lamp holder has two first ears, each with a recess, integrally formed on the periphery thereof. The bulb assembly has two second ears to respectively mate with the first ears to define a passage. A plurality of decorative lamps is inter-connected to construct web or net configurations by cables in turn passed through and fixed in the mated first and second ears thereof.

Abstract: A glass dome holder having an upper and a lower ring assembly for placing on the top and bottom of a glass dome. A plurality of spoke members connect the upper and lower ring assembly surrounding the glass dome and forming a unified structure. The upper ring assembly includes a J-bracket assembly including a J-bracket. A pair of connecting brackets are provided for connecting to a customer supplied U-bracket attached to a high bay unit. A socket and bracket assembly can be adjustably fixed to the connecting brackets. The hook portion of the J-bracket can be releasably fixed to the connecting bracket.

Abstract: A flashing light assembly for use on a portable, traffic-control, safety sign includes a bracket which allows the light assembly to be fastened to the safety sign without the need for special hardware or tools. The light assembly includes a lamp, an electrical circuit including a DC voltage source coupled to the lamp for controllably energizing the lamp so that the lamp flashes, and a housing for housing the electrical circuit. The bracket includes an upper wall portion connected to the housing and a pair of resilient side wall portions which receive and grip a retaining member of the safety sign. The lamp attracts attention to the sign by flashing when the sign is held in an upright position. The lamp may be a strobe or an incandescent lamp.

Abstract: A halogen shop light having an elongated housing defining an interior space and mountable to a support surface and which includes an external receptacle. The light also includes a light source comprised of a housing, handle, lens, halogen lamp, and outwardly extending post which terminates in a ball like free end. A second post extending from the housing is also provided. The second post has inner and outer sleeves which are rotatably connected. There is also a socket in the second post which receives the ball-like free end to form an universally rotatable ball and socket connection. Wiring for energizing the lamp and the external receptacle is further provided and the wiring is placed in a channel which travels through the posts and ball.

Abstract: The rotatable and mountable light assembly of the present invention includes a base member, the base member pivotally connected to a clamping member, the clamping member comprising a means to removably secure the base member to a bar; a lamp holding member releasably secured to the base member, the lamp holding member comprising a lamp receiving space, the lamp receiving space being of sufficient space to receive at least one individual lamp. The lamp holding member is capable of altering its orientation with regard to the base member such that the orientation of the lamp holding member vis-à-vis the clamping member may be altered; the single lamp residing in a portion of the receiving space, the lamp comprising a lens and a means to illuminate; and a means to provide power to the lamp.

Abstract: A Christmas tree ornament spotlight that decoratively illuminates ornaments by means of a miniature spotlight. When not in operation, the present invention is itself a tree ornament. When in operation it both enhances the decorative effect of other ornaments and itself has decorative effect, both in its inherently ornamental housing, and in the patterns of the beams of light cast by its spotlight. The direction of the light beam relative to the vertical and horizontal axes may be adjusted and fixed so as to particularly illuminate neighboring ornaments and/or for creating a distinctive pattern of light beams.

Abstract: A flashlight includes a battery. There is a helical spring at the base of the body. A light emitting element is mounted relative to the body. There is a switching element for opening and closing a circuit between the battery and the light emitting element. There are at least three elements for releasably securing the light to a support, each element permitting the body to be located with the support in a different manner. An electric circuit permits for periodic flashing of the light emitting element, LED.

Abstract: An illumination device for vehicles for projecting an image onto a surface, more especially for visually promoting or advertising items, causes, groups, individuals, businesses, or the like in darkness. The invention includes a body that contains an illumination source and a lens aligned therewith. Between the illumination source and the lens is a template or imaging film. The illumination source is powered by the vehicle.

Abstract: A decorative trim light supporting apparatus is formed by an elongated resilient strip having a series of longitudinally spaced apertures therethrough. Strip fasteners projecting through selected apertures removably anchor the strip to a surface. Friction gripping bulb socket supports are removably received by other apertures.

Abstract: A safety light apparatus is provided for a trailered boat including an inboard or outboard propellered motor. The apparatus designed to be detachably mountable on a hub of the propellered motor. The apparatus preferably comprises a housing with a mounting recess, which is adapted to receive the hub, formed in a rear side thereof and a light assembly disposed on a front side of the housing. The light assembly preferably comprises a tail/brake light, which may include a back-up light, and an electrical connection assembly for electrically connecting the light assembly to a vehicle towing the trailered boat. The tail/brake light may be arranged to emit light pulses in response to application of the brake pedal of the vehicle. The safety light assembly may also comprise a back-up sensor installed on the housing which emits a warning signal upon detection of an obstruction. Preferably, the warning signal has an intensity which is dependent upon the distance between the obstruction and the back-up sensor.

Abstract: A support for a torch is disclosed. The support has a shank, a torch seat formed on the first end of the shank, a retainer provided on the second end of the shank. The retainer has a U-shaped bracket, a through hole defined in a face of the bracket, an extension screwed through the through hole, a handle integrally formed on the first end of the extension and a backing plate securely attached to the second end of the extension. Therefore, a gap defined between the backing plate and the inner face of the bracket is able to be adjusted by rotating the extension so as that the retainer is able to clamp an object to stand the support in an upright position.

Abstract: A flashlight assembly is mountable onto a user's wrist to provide a light source which is pivotable in two planes of motion. The assembly includes a housing which is pivotably mounted on a wrist band. The housing includes a light source which is pivotably mounted thereto.