Abstract: A third hand for a flashlight. A flashlight holder adapted for receiving the flashlight that includes provision for stabilizing the flashlight loosely on a support surface or temporarily and releasably attaching the flashlight to a support surface or object. The flashlight holder is pivotally connected to an elongate joint arm at one end thereof, and a mounting mechanism is pivotally connected to the joint arm at the other end thereof. The mounting mechanism includes a variety of attachment devices, and the flashlight holder includes a plurality of stabilizing devices.

Abstract: A holiday decoration includes first and second strands, at least one of which is a covered strand of lights. The covering may be a strip of flexible material with lights projecting outwardly from the covering. In one form, the covering is a folded strip having apertures through which the lights project and overlaying side edge portions which are joined together. In another form, first and second flexible strips of material are sandwiched together and joined along their respective side edge portions with lights projecting outwardly through gaps between the side edge portions. One of the strands is mounted to an upright surface, such as of a window pane, and positioned to outline the shape of a tree or other holiday symbol. The other strand is mounted to the surface and is positioned primarily within the boundary defined by the first strand.

Abstract: An illumination device for vessels that have access ports terminated with pipe flanges. The illumination device includes a retention collar that is adapted to receive a flashlight at its first end. The opposite second end of the retention collar terminates with a flange. A conduit extends through the retention collar from the first end to the second end. A mounting element is provided for attaching the retention collar and the flashlight to the access port of the vessel. The mounting element includes an annular base plate. A coupling mechanism is attached to the annular base plate. The coupling mechanism selectively receives the flange of the retention collar in an orientation wherein the center of the retention collar aligns with center of the mounting bracket. The annular base plate of the mounting bracket clamps to the pipe flange of the vessel over an inspection window. This provides an unobstructed passage through which light from the flashlight can enter the access port of the vessel.

Abstract: A spherical housing (11) having multiple flats (1-8) about the surface of the housing with adhesive means (i.e. . . . magnets) that enable it to adhere to an alternate surface. Multiple flats (1-8) are arranged around the housing (11) for the purpose of directing light in many directions.

Abstract: An illuminant warning arrangement includes a clothe body and a plurality of illuminating units provided on the clothe body. Each illuminating unit provides a transparent layer, a electric conducting board, a casing socket, a fastener, an LED, a battery box, and a manual switch. With the combination of the above elements, the illuminant warning arrangement can be assembled in matter of seconds. When the illuminant warning arrangement is in used, its displaying area is large enough to catch other drivers' attention from far away. When the illuminant warning arrangement is not in use, it can be folded into a compact package, so that it would not occupy unnecessary space in the trunk of the vehicle for easy storage.

Abstract: A decorative lamp for displaying a back lit image thereon including a case having a hole therethrough with spaced apart and generally transparent front and back panes provided in the hole. A decorative design is provided on the front pane. A light source is extended from the case into the hole between the front and back panes. A power source is provided in the case and electrically connected to the light source. A suspension tab is coupled to the case. An elongate flexible member is coupled to the suspension tab for suspending the case from a structure.

Abstract: A miniature light base is directly connected to a connector therefor. A first preferred form of miniature light base according to the present invention utilizes a male or female connection member to directly connect to a correspondingly reciprocal male or female connection member of a connector. A second preferred form of miniature light base according to the present invention utilizes an adhesion agent to directly attach a connector to the base. The miniature light base is otherwise characterized by the generally conventional aspects of a socket for receiving a lamp member and electrical contacts within the socket for electrically contacting the electrode wires of the lamp member. The connector is any article which serves to connect the base supportively to a support structure, such as for example a window, eaves or a gutter.

Abstract: An emergency fog lens device 10 for use with conventional clear headlights 101 of a vehicle 100. The device 10 includes an enlarged generally rectangular tinted lens member 20 provided with a plurality of spaced rows of apertures 22 dimensioned to receive a plurality of securing elements 40 which engage a like plurality of suction cup members 30 for releasably securing the lens member 20 to a vehicle headlight 101.

Abstract: A neon light assembly includes a base provided with a switch and a first electrical socket on its vertical wall and a second electrical socket on its center a transparent casing provided with a first electrical plug engageable with the second electrical socket of the base, and a neon light fitted within the transparent casing and electrically connected with the electrical plug.

Abstract: A portable searchlight is described which includes an upper lamp housing, a lower base support unit and a releasable attachment device to releasably attach the base support unit to another surface, such as, the roof of a motor vehicle. The lamp housing can be tilted or rotated by wireless remote control either from the interior of the vehicle or from a location away from the vehicle. The releasable attachment device is such that the apparatus can be secured by a suction cup or by placing the base support unit in a shoe which is anchored to another surface.

Abstract: There are described an improved vacuum suction pad and a method for manufacturing such suction pads, in which, in addition to reductions of contaminant components, the material of vacuum suction pads is subjected to an improved surface treatment which prevents deposition of pad marks on work surfaces and reduces frictional resistance of suction pads on work surfaces to lessen their fatigue. Suction pads of synthetic rubber, to be connected to a vacuum source, are each formed with a thin halogenation-hardened layer at least on a sucking surfaces to be held in contact with a work surface.

Abstract: An internally illuminated decorative object includes an electric light including a lamp socket and light bulb replaceably mounted in the lamp socket. The electric light is supported on a support member that has at least one through opening for the passage of the light bulb therethrough from its first to its second side. A flat translucent image-bearing member is mounted on the support member so as to be at least coextensive with the second side of the support member for illumination by the light bulb when the latter is lit as electric current is supplied to it. The support member has a central portion and two wings flanking the central portion and connected to the image-bearing member by respective lugs that pass through associated slots of the image-bearing member.

Abstract: A light assembly includes a lower canopy for securing a lamp shade and having a socket for engaging with a lamp. A bolt sleeve has a lower portion secured to the lower canopy. A bar is secured to a ceiling and includes two slots for securing a ceiling canopy. Another bolt sleeve is engaged through the ceiling canopy and is engaged with the bar. Two couplers are secured to the bolt sleeves and each has a ring for engaging with a chain so as to form a pendent light. The lower canopy may be secured to the ceiling canopy so as to form an overhead lamp.

Abstract: A fixture for holding a wire carrying a string of decorative lights in place on a support surface with the lights being positioned parallel or perpendicular to the support surface. The fixture includes a substantially flat base member for mounting on a support surface with spaced apart pairs of trapping members for frictionally engaging the wire carrying the decorative lights. Spacers are present for positioning a decorative bulb in a direction parallel to the support surface. The fixture has trapping members contacting and removably holding the wire in a string of decorative bulbs in place while an associated decorative bulb is loosely maintained in a direction perpendicular or parallel to the support surface.

Abstract: A work light including a pair of suction base members for supporting the light on a surface adjacent to a work area. An arcuate arm extends from each of the base members and a fluorescent light is supported at an end of the arms distal from the base members. The arms may be pivoted relative to the base members in order to position the light at a desired location relative to the work area.

Abstract: A portable searchlight includes an upper lamp housing, a lower base support unit and a releasable attachment device to releasably attach the base support unit to another surface, such as, the roof of a motor vehicle; and the apparatus and specifically the lamp housing can be tilted or rotated by remote-control from the interior of the vehicle. The releasable attachment device is such that the apparatus can be secured by a suction cup or by placing the base support unit in a shoe which is anchored to another surface.

Abstract: A portable fluorescent utility light makes advantageous use of one or more generally U-shaped fluorescent tubes by utilizing a transparent end cap or lens at the opposite end of the device from the electrical contact end. Thus, the present light may transmit light from the sides of the cylindrically shaped unit, and also from the end of the device. The relatively narrow end dimension, in comparison to the relatively long length of the cylinder, enables the device to be inserted into relatively small areas, in the manner of a conventional incandescent flashlight, but providing the additional benefit of light emission from the sides of the tube as well. Additional features may be provided, such as a refracting lens to focus the light emitted from the end of the tube, a variety of interchangeable temporary attachment devices, an internal reflector, and/or remotely locating the transformer or ballast and switch and sealing the unit to preclude explosive hazard from vapor ignition.

Abstract: A novel compact and portable lighting system can be used for both mobile and immobile vehicles. The lighting system can act both as auxiliary lighting and as back-up lighting for standard vehicle light systems. This novel system includes an auxiliary portable power source such as a battery and a control box which can be mounted on the inside of a window. The lighting assemblies connected through the control box can include any combination of headlights, brake lights, reverse lights, signal lights, hazard lights or other useful lights. The lighting assemblies connected to the control box can be enabled independently of each other. The frame upon which the lights are mounted is adjustable in size so as to be able to fit any sized vehicle. A preferred means to secure this novel portable lighting system is with magnetic suction cups so that the invention can be secured to both metallic and nonmetallic surfaces. This enables rapid placement and easy removal of the lighting system as desired.

Abstract: A candolier holder, preferably made of molded plastic, having cooperatively engageable frame, lateral support and suction cup members, the frame member desirably having a hinged, outwardly foldable, unitarily molded base support member, and bosses adapted to retain the base support member in its outwardly folded position.

Abstract: A detachable window ornament that includes a plurality of light sources inside a plenum formed from an opaque rear wall, a continuous side wall extending about it, and a front, translucent panel. Attached to the side walls are a number of suction cups that allow the device to be removably attached to the window. The front panel can carry a variety of different ornamental displays, such as those relating to a specific holiday, or the like. Additionally, it is contemplated that the device could be attached to one of the windows of an automobile.

Abstract: A hanger for a tubular lamp in an aquarium comprising a hanger body having an intermediate square flat vertical portion bored with a center hole and two elastic hooks extending sidewise from the square portion and an opening being formed between an outer end of the two hooks, a cloth brush shaped as the hanger body and fitted around an inner surface of the hanger body, and a sucker having a sidewise post with an annular groove to releasably engage the center hole of the hanger body to combine with the hanger body, the sucker attached on an inner wall of an aquarium, a pair of this hanger used to clamp both ends of a tubular lamp and attached on an inner wall of an aquarium with the suckers.

Abstract: A portable personnel locating safety device for use in multiple-storied or high-rise buildings for attachment to a window to allow ground observers to determine in which rooms occupants are trapped, especially during a fire. The device is adhered to a window and has an aperture with an illuminating flashing light attached therethrough. The kit contains internal compartments which house rolls of tape that can be used by trapped occupants to seal cracks around doors to reduce the intake of smoke until help arrives.

Abstract: An illuminated holiday window display ornament formed by a ring frame having ornamentation including LED lights attached to one side with support stanchions projecting through the ornamentation and having glass panel attaching suction cups at the ends thereof. A housing at the bottom of the frame contains a battery compartment, on/off switch and music sounding chip and speaker.

Abstract: An illuminative sucker includes a decorative back portion formed on a back portion of a sucker cup portion adhered on a flat surface, a lamp selected from a light-emitting diode and an incandescent bulb fixed on a lamp socket secured to the back portion of the sucker cup portion for illuminating the decorative back portion for decorative display or warning purposes. A plurality of the illuminative suckers may be assembled to be a string adhered on a flat surface for wide-area decorative, display or warning purposes.

Abstract: A glass repair method which provides for illumination of breaks, followed by penetrating of bonding material into the breaks. Apparatus for accomplishing the illumination is included. The apparatus includes means by which a light can be secured on the inside of a windshield to improve visibility of a break, such that a technician can work on repair of the break on the outside of the windshield.

Abstract: A portable auxiliary illumination device is provided, which consists of an elongated power cord and a plug at one end of the power cord for engagement with an outlet to receive electrical current therefrom. A plurality of sockets are located in series along the length of the power cord. A plurality of suction cups are each connected to one of the sockets, sot hat the sockets can be removably attached to a flat surface of a mirror. A plurality of light bulbs are each removably disposed within each socket to produce additional light for dimly lit areas adjacent the mirror.

Abstract: Disclosed is a distress signal lamp assembly including a mounting base, which has a clamping frame and vacuum mounts for mounting on either door window or any smooth surface of an automobile alternatively, a cylindrical casing fastened to a top socket on the mounting base, a retractable tube made to slide in and out of the cylindrical casing, and a lamp head fastened to the retractable tube by a toggle joint.

Abstract: A brake light assembly in the form of a rectangularly shaped housing is adapted to be mounted on the inside surface of the front windshield of an automobile or similar vehicle. The assembly includes a reflective lens facing forward, a series of lamps configured in a column and mounted within the housing behind the lens, a power cord for attachment to the vehicle's conventional brake light circuit, and a pair of suction cups for affixing the assembly to the inside surface of the vehicle windshield. In an alternative arrangement, a flexible rim is provided on the anterior of the housing for blocking light leaks which might interfere with the driver's normal vision, and which furthermore, includes an activatable adhesive for affixing the housing rim to the inside surface of the windshield.

Abstract: A headlamp apparatus including an adjustable headband, a lamp assembly, and rechargeable batteries in a remote belt attachable battery housing. The headband includes adjustable circumferal and longitudinal band members, with both band members structured for a wide range of independent size adjustments through the use of hook and loop type fasteners. The lamp assembly is comprised of a telescoping tubular housing containing a focusable lamp, reflector, and lens arrangement. The lamp assembly is adjustably affixed to the headband with a double ball and socket universal fitting which allows a wide range of adjustment of the direction of the emitted light. Electrical conductors connecting the lamp assembly to the battery housing are located over the top of the user's head and down the back, positioned out of the user's work area. The battery housing is sized for placement into a clothing pocket or can be releasably affixed to the belt of the wearer with an attachment clip.

Abstract: An illuminated display vehicle ornament includes an elongated power cord having a cigarette lighter adaptor plug at one end for engagement with a vehicle lighter socket. In a first embodiment, a plurality of sockets are spaced along the power cord, and mount replaceable ornamental bulbs. Magnetic, hook and loop, and resilient clips are disclosed for securing the sockets within a vehicle interior. In a second embodiment, a base includes suction cups for engagement with an interior vehicle window surface and a display sign is releasably secured to the base. An elongated light bulb is mounted within the base in optical communication with the display sign. The display sign may be selected from a variety of available signs to allow replacement of different holiday displays.

Abstract: An emergency rear light kit for temporary installation on the back of a vehicle or trailer provides lights for a vehicle when the vehicle lights fail. The kit has two rear light units that can be easily mounted on the back of a vehicle or trailer, a control box with manual switches to operate indicator, brake and tail lights. An extension cable with plug and socket is provided to suit all lengths of vehicle and trailer.

Abstract: A flashlight holder and a mounted flashlight. The holder includes a support member having a pair of tracks and a pair of bases. The bases join and support the tracks. First and second followers are mounted on the respective tracks. The followers are selectively movable along the tracks. The flashlight holder includes a strap which has a first strap end and a second strap end. The first strap end is joined to the first follower. The strap is joined to the second follower between the strap ends. The strap, between the second follower and the second strap end, extends into the vicinity of the first follower. The strap is extendible between a first position, in which the strap loosely enwraps and defines an in which a flashlight can be loosely positioned and a second position, in which the strap tightly enwraps the body of the flashlight holding the flashlight in a desired position between the tracks and followers.

Abstract: The present disclosure is concerned with an electrically powered candle-like lighting device having a candle body with a bulb disposed at the top thereof, which is mounted on a candle holder pivotably adjusted in a plane within 180 degrees, and the candle holder is further secured to a candle base provided with a sucker received at the concaved bottom thereof in such a manner that the base can be spinned freely with respect to the fixed sucker, thereby the whole light assembly can be fixed on any surface, horizontal, vertical or inclined with the candle body adjustably posed within a half-sphere range.

Abstract: A visible light ray radiation device for use in medical treatment comprises one large optical conductor cable having many smaller optical conductor cables within it, a hollow, transparent, resilient, skirted member, and an air-suction member. The large optical cable is unbound at the end side of it into many smaller optical conductor cables. The skirted member is attached to the end of each smaller optical conductor cable. An air-suction member is attached respectively to each transparent member in order to reduce the inner pressure of the transparent member when the transparent member is attached to the areas of the skin to be cured.

Abstract: Reflective and refractive apparatuses are provided for reflecting or refracting light from the vehicle rear tail light so that it may readily be viewed by bystanders and through the use of the rear view mirror of the vehicle. The refractive apparatus includes a translucent body having an opening communicating with a cavity therein and adhesive on a rim portion surrounding the opening. The translucent member is attached to the vehicle tail light with the adhesive and light travels through the opening and cavity and out through the translucent member. The reflective apparatus includes a ferroalloy bracket and a mirror pivotally attached thereto through the use of a plate. The bracket is selectively detachably attached to a ferroalloy portion of the vehicle with a magnet.

Abstract: A suction cup is used to attach one end of a light conveying conduit to the headlight (or other light) of a motor vehicle while the other end of the conduit is positioned in the field of view of the operator of the motor vehicle. The conduit may be rigid with the one end held in a recess in the center of the suction cup. A flexible conduit may also be used with the other end of the conduit held in the field of view by a second suction cup.

Abstract: Safety lamp apparatus, suitable for use as a miner's cap lamp, includes a housing body closed at one side by a plastic light transmitting member. A bulb member is yieldably received in the housing body and is operable, when energized, to provide a filament in a state of incandescence for emitting visible radiation. During use of the apparatus in an explosive atmosphere conditions may arise where deformation of the light transmitting member from external impact forces directed thereagainst may drive deformed portions of the light transmitting member against the bulb member with sufficient force to cause bulb breakage and resulting explosion of the atmosphere.In the present invention protective means is provided comprising an arrangement of parts defining an oblique angular relationship between the central longitudinal axis of the bulb member and the impacting surface of the deformed portion of the light transmitting member.

Abstract: A lamp which can be quickly fixed and fully revolving, particularly for use in maintenance and repair operations in motorvehicles, comprising a strong sucker base, a flexible stem, and a lampholder with directional reflector.

Abstract: In a beam-rotary lamp which has a reflector revolving around an electric lamp, an improvement is presented herein which is characterized by that a lamp unit is set together with a power unit comprising a reflector driving motor inside a closed helmet-shaped space, wherein the space is formed with a transparent bowl-shaped globe and an egg-shaped flat chassis put on said globe.

Abstract: Instead of the usual glass case the heating element and thermostat of a submersible thermostatically controlled heater are disposed in separate cases made of metal and plastics respectively which are secured together in liquid-tight manner with the heating element connected through the thermostat to an external source of operating current and the metal case for the heating element connected to earth.