Abstract: A light fixture comprising a head, which head with at least one light source, which head is carried rotatably in a yoke, which yoke rotates in relation to a base, which bases comprises bearings for the yoke, which base has at least a power module, which power module has at least one ballast circuit, which base has at least one controller. By the base having at least one drawer in which at least the power module is located, a fast exchange of the power module in a light source in situations of changing technical specifications of the power module can be achieved very easily. This can be important in a light fixture placed high above the ground if it needs to have an electronic module exchanged.

Abstract: A light fixture comprising a lamp assembly including a socket and a light source extending along a light fixture axial direction from one side of the socket. The light source is placed in a reflector such that light emitted by the light source is reflected by the reflector in the axial direction. The socket is supported by an inner ring which is supported by a middle ring and the middle ring is supporting by an outer ring. The inner ring is tiltable about a first axis that is orthogonal to the axial direction for tilting the light source, the middle ring is tiltable about a second axis that is orthogonal to both the axial direction and the first axis for tilting the inner ring, and the middle ring being movable with respect to the outer ring in the axial direction.

Abstract: A portable lightbox assembly comprises a housing and a lift mechanism having at least one light fixture coupled thereto, the lift mechanism coupled to the housing and movable from a retracted position enclosable within the housing to an extended position protruding beyond the housing.

Abstract: A portable lighting system includes a power pack, a fuel tank and a collapsible mast mounted to a trailer. A lighting fixture with one or more lighting elements is mounted to a distal end of the mast. The mast may be placed in a lowered position for transportation or placed in a raised position for illumination of a desired area.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lighting apparatus having a directable beam and comprising: a lamp for forming a beam of visible light; a steering mechanism, e.g. mirror for directing the beam in a desired direction; a light and movement sensor, e.g. a video camera configured to detect movement in an image formed from radiation reflected from the beam; the sensor detects movement of the whole of an object within the beam or, if only part of the object is in the beam, the whole of the part within the beam; and a processor configured to control the steering mechanism to direct the beam in accordance with movement detected in the image of the beam, e.g. movement of an object or shadow within the beam.

Abstract: A lighting unit with a replaceable and rotatable lens. The lens unit can be removed and replaced. A lens rotating motor is off axis, and is counterbalanced by the light bulb holding structure that is located at the other side of the lighting unit.

Abstract: A portable lightbox assembly comprises a housing and a lift mechanism having at least one light fixture coupled thereto, the lift mechanism coupled to the housing and movable from a retracted position enclosable within the housing to an extended position protruding beyond the housing.

Abstract: A vehicle lamp includes a lamp unit, a bracket which supports the lamp unit such that the lamp unit is swivelable in right and left directions, a lamp body which supports the bracket such that the bracket is tiltable in the right and left directions and in up and down directions with respect to the lamp body, an actuator which is supported by the bracket and swivels the lamp unit, a rotating shaft member which is supported by the bracket, and a joint member which is coupled to the actuator. The lamp unit includes a light source, a reflector, a shade, a projection lens, a rotating shaft attaching portion to which the rotating shaft member is attached, and a joint attaching portion to which the joint member is attached.

Abstract: A leveling device helps to prevent misalignment in the axial direction of an adjusting screw with respect to a shaft. A shaft 20 has an insertion cylindrical portion 21 that is in a generally cylindrical shape, and a shaft-side engagement portion 23 that is connected in the axial direction of the insertion cylindrical portion. An adjusting screw 27 has an insertion shaft portion 28 that mates with the insertion cylindrical portion of the shaft, and a screw-side engagement portion 31 that engages with the shaft-side engagement portion. The insertion shaft portion of the adjusting screw has an irregular portion 28a that is press-fit into the insertion cylindrical portion of the shaft, and that restricts movement in the axial direction with respect to the shaft.

Abstract: This invention is a railroad wayside signal system positioned adjacent to a railroad track that comprises a mast that is attached to a support structure in an upright position. A signal head having one or more signal lights is mounted to the mast such that a locomotive operator in an approaching locomotive can see the signal lights. The mast pivots with respect to the support structure between the upright position and a substantially horizontal position for maintaining and/or aligning the signal head and signal lights. The signal system may also be equipped with one or more actuators operatively connected to the signal head. A remote control unit is placed in communication with the actuators, and the remote control has an input mechanism for inputting a command representative of a direction of rotation of the signal head. The remote control also generates a signal in response to the input command that is representative of one or more directions of rotation.

Abstract: The device for influencing a light beam includes a primitive element and a housing which is arranged at a rotatable arm and which is rotatable with respect to the primitive element by means of one of the several drive units, and into which a light source for generating a light beam may be introduced, wherein at least one control electronics for operating the device is arranged in the rotatable arm or in the housing.

Abstract: An externally adjustable directional canopy luminaire is disclosed that may be easily and quickly adjusted from the outside of its housing to direct light toward a particular target area. The luminaire includes a lamp shroud assembly including a door frame, a shroud and a lamp socket which is connectable to an electrical power source to power a replaceable lamp, an external adjustment member, and an internal mechanism movably connected to the external adjustment member through the shroud and indirectly connected to a portion of the lamp socket, wherein adjustment of the external adjustment member can alter the angle of direction of the lamp socket and thus the direction of light emitted from the replaceable lamp through the opening of the shroud.

Abstract: An LED adaptive forward lighting system for an automotive vehicle comprises a headlamp housing fixed to the vehicle for mounting LED lamp units having fixed light beam directions. The LED lamp units each have mounting pivots and link pivots that are spaced from one another to provide lever arms. The mounting pivots mount the LED lamp units on a bezel within the housing. A link is provided both to the link pivots on the LED lamp units and to an axially translational shaft driven by a motor that is restrained with respect to the vehicle. When the drive shaft reciprocates, the LED lamp units rotate and shift the direction of the light beams thereof with respect to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle.

Abstract: A stand for a working light includes a base capable of standing on a ground and a handle pivotally connected to the base via a pivotal member which is provided to joints between the base and the handle. The pivotal member is composed of a securing sleeve firmly connected to the handle, a contrast sleeve firmly connected to the base and a fastening knob with a threaded rod extending through the contrast sleeve, the base and into the securing sleeve to selectively secure engagement between the securing sleeve and the contrast sleeve such that after the working light is firmly mounted between two free ends of the handle, pivotal movement of the handle relative to the base, the working light angle is adjusted accordingly.

Abstract: An apparatus and method according to which rotation of a lighting device chassis is prevented.

Abstract: The in-ground, or “well light”, fixture comprises a hollow cylindrical housing with an angled end and an flat end, a lamp assembly easily mounted at either end, and a baffle. The lamp assembly is rotatably and vertically adjustable within the housing and either the angled end or the flat end may be placed upward by virtue of a pair of channels extending down the length of the housing. Fasteners are provided on the lamp assembly for attaching one or more filters above the lamp face and to create a protective air gap that prevents debris from accumulating on the lamp.

Abstract: A clip which is configured to keep a headlamp adjuster together during installation (and preferably also shipping), thereby allowing for one hand, easier installation. The clip can be left on the assembly after installation, or it can be removed, whichever is preferred. The clip is configured such that leaving it in place will not interfere with standard operation of the headlamp adjuster. A method of installing a headlamp adjuster with one hand is also provided.

Abstract: An actuator has a housing that accommodates a motor, an output shaft for rotating a lamp unit that radiates light, a drive mechanism portion formed from a transmission gear system for transmitting rotation from the motor to the output shaft, and a control circuit portion for controlling the drive of the motor, the drive mechanism portion and the control circuit portion being disposed in a separated state due to an intermediate wall.

Abstract: A light emitting diode unit for AC voltage is provided. The light emitting diode unit includes a sub-mount on which electric wires are formed; a first light emitting diode array in which a plurality of first light emitting diodes are serially connected to the sub-mount; and a second light emitting diode array, in which a plurality of second light emitting diodes are connected to the sub-mount as bridge circuits, connecting to the first light emitting diode array. Therefore, rectification can be performed through the bridge circuit without an additional rectifying device by connecting the light emitting diodes to the bridge circuit in series, and thus the structure of the unit can be simplified and a size of the light emitting diode unit can be reduced.

Abstract: A lamp assembly that may be used as a fog lamp or headlamp includes a mounting bracket, a reflector, and an adjuster. The reflector is pivotally mounted to the mounting bracket and the adjuster is secured to the reflector. The adjuster is secured to the mounting bracket such that rotation of an aiming screw forming part of the adjuster causes pivoting of the reflector and aiming of the lamp. The adjuster is secured to the bracket prior to the reflector being mounted to the mounting bracket. The bracket and adjuster are provided in pre-assembled fashion.

Abstract: An orientation adjustable lamp comprises a stand rod extended with a supporting frame; a rotation control device positioned to the stand rod; an arm having one end connected to the rotation control device and another end connected to a lamp. The rotation control device includes a seat, a rotation portion, a locking unit and a handle. The seat has an axial hole. The rotation portion is installed at one side of the seat. The rotation portion has a locking stud corresponding to the axial hole of the seat. One end of the locking stud is a threaded section. The rotation portion is installed with a threaded hole for locking the locking unit and a via hole which radially passes through the threaded section. The handle is installed at another side of the seat; the handle having a threaded hole for locking the locking stud and the threaded section.

Abstract: An adjuster to be used with numerous applications including the adjusting of a headlamp reflector of a headlamp assembly includes a clutch mechanism that prevents over-driving and over-traveling of the adjuster output shaft during an overload condition. The adjuster includes generally an output shaft, drive gear, spring, and a driven gear that allow the headlamp adjuster to clutch. The driven gear is held in an engaged position with the drive gear by the spring force of the spring. In a high torque condition, such as when the output shaft encounters a high load, the driven gear will disengage from the drive gear overcoming the spring force of the spring. In this position, the headlamp adjuster will clutch, thereby preventing the over-driving and over-traveling of the output shaft.

Abstract: An automatic vehicle headlight beam direction adjustment system, able to learn early of errors in front road information from a navigation system and eliminate continued adjustment of the beam directions of headlights in a mistaken direction, which makes the beam directions of the left and right headlights swivel for adjustment in the left-right directions parallel to a horizontal direction based on an estimated swivel control angle calculated in accordance with a speed and front road information, determines that there is an error in the estimated swivel control angle and cancels swivel advance control when the beam directions are not the direction of advance of the vehicle regardless of the vehicle running straight after the swivel advance control has continued for a predetermined time after operation of the steering wheel, and can therefore prevent swivel advance control from continuing over a predetermined time due to error of the front road information and quickly restore advance visibility of the driver.

Abstract: A portable stand for an articulated arm that carries a device, such as a lamp. The stand includes a post having a lower end with a plurality of support legs for supporting the post freely on an underlying surface and an upper end having a bushing. The articulated arm can be mounted on the upper end of the stand by inserting a lug of the articulated arm into the bushing. The stand also includes means on an upper end of the post for ensuring that the articulated arm is positioned in vertical alignment over one of the support legs of the post. Thus, as the articulated arm is fully extended in a lateral direction from the post, the center of gravity of the articulated arm remains over the support leg thereby permitting the stand to remain stable.

Abstract: A headlamp adjusting system, particularly for motor vehicles, includes a headlamp body and optical system having reflector and regulating elements for adjustment and fixation of the reflector. The reflector is carried by a part of a pivot holder that, by means of a weakening hinge, allows swinging movement of the central portion of the pivot holder. The fixed portion of the pivot holder is connected to the headlamp body. A socket for holding an end of the regulating element is provided at the free side of the pivot holder. For adjustment of the reflector in two mutually different planes, the central part of the pivot holder is swingable by means of two hinges.

Abstract: A projector desk lamp employs a base for supporting components of said desk lamp on a flat surface. A stem with one end forming an adjustable articulated joint with said base that can be swung between a horizontal position and a vertical position freely and can be locked in intermediate positions. A lock knob mechanism is used for quickly releasing and locking said stem during adjustment. A bracket is formed on the other end of said stem. A lamp head which is adjustably articulately joined by said bracket can be swung in more than 180 degrees and can be locked in intermediate positions. A lamp head comprises a bulb, a reflector, an adjustable lens assembly and a disc-shaped slide. Therefore, this lamp can be used as a projector for enlarging images of the slide projected on any surface with a selectively adjustable ratio. It can also be used as a desk lamp to illuminate an area with adjustable beam-angle and brightness.

Abstract: An auto lift ceiling lighting system in which the width of left and right rotary drums is formed as wide as the width of the flat cable and the flat cable is wound stably and vertically on the outer surface of the winding core in the left and right rotary drums so as not to become twisted. In the auto lift ceiling lighting system, the lamp can be turned on and off at any position and the flat cable supplying the electric power to the lamp does not become twisted and the balance of the lamp is maintained while the lamp ascends and descends.

Abstract: A light attachment for electronic devices may include a base, a deployable arm, a light source and deployment mechanism. The base can be removably attached to an electronic device. The light attachment has a retracted, closed position, and a deployed, open position. While in either postilion, the light attachment is compact and can reside on the electronic device permanently or semi-permanently without interfering with the screen or other functions of the electronic device to which it is attached. The deployment mechanism is a retractable mechanism that has engaged and disengaged states. When the deployment mechanism is actuated while the collapsible light attachment is in its retracted position, the deployable arm is caused to be deployed and the light source is caused to be turned on. Once deployed, the movable arm is situated in a predetermined position optimal for illuminating a LCD screen or other features of the electronic device.

Abstract: A lamp assembly that may be used as a fog lamp or headlamp includes a mounting bracket, a reflector, and an adjuster. The reflector is pivotably mounted to the mounting bracket and the adjuster is secured to the reflector. The adjuster is also secured to the mounting bracket such that rotation of an aiming screw forming part of the adjuster causes pivoting of the reflector and aiming of the lamp. The bracket and adjuster are provided in pre-assembled fashion such that the lamp may be easily attached thereto.

Abstract: An adjuster having a housing or lamp housing with an adjuster portion, a gear positioned inside the housing or adjuster portion, a control rod engaged to the gear and extending from the housing or adjuster portion, and at least one tang outside the housing or adjuster portion such that the tang engages the control rod and prevents rotation thereof. As such, rotation of the gear results in linear movement of the control rod. The adjuster may be positioned on a lamp housing, or other structure.

Abstract: A lighted exterior mirror system for a vehicle comprises an exterior mirror assembly having a first portion adapted for mounting to a vehicle and an actuator disposed at a second portion. A reflective element is supported by a reflective element support member mounted to the actuator to adjust the rearward field of view of the reflective element. The assembly includes a turn signal indicator disposed adjacent to and separate from the reflective element. The turn signal indicator emits a light beam at least generally laterally and rearwardly of the vehicle when the exterior mirror assembly is mounted to a vehicle. The turn signal indicator is adjusted tandem with the reflective element by the actuator. The light beam is substantially unobservable by the driver of the vehicle and does not pass through the reflective element.

Abstract: A headlamp assembly including a simplified adjusting mechanism for adjusting the aim of the headlamp. The mechanism includes a gear screw that is snap fit into the headlamp housing with or without an adjuster housing. The gear screw has an O-ring in radial compression so as to ensure a good seal.

Abstract: A remote control device for spotlights 12 and retrofitting a remote control device to an existing light fixture for repositioning the horizontal axis and the vertical axis of a standard stage lighting fixture 12 such as a par can, a Fresnels, an ellipsoidal and the like. Using the device, user is permitted to make such adjustments from a remote location at any time either before or during a performance. Each unit may include a remote control device 22 that sends a unique data signal 20 to which that specific light will respond or may be adapted so that one remote control device effects a plurality of lights simultaneously. A vertical drive mechanism 32 will control the vertical movement of lamp 24 and a horizontal drive mechanism 60 will control the horizontal movement of the lamp 24. Both the vertical 32 and horizontal 60 drive mechanisms have receivers 28 for receiving the transmitted signal 20 from the remote control 22.

Abstract: An adjustable spotlight fitting for use with an illuminated fiber optic bundle. A spherically contoured pivot element is received within a pivot housing and retained therein by an adjustable locking ring which clamps the pivot element in any angularly adjusted position. A focusing member is mounted by the pivot element for limited axial adjusting movement in relation thereto. A fiber optic bundle is inserted through the back of the pivot element and the exposed optical fibers at its terminal end are positioned within the focusing member. A lens, carried at the outer end of the focusing member, is movable by the focusing member toward and away from the fiber optic bundle for converging and expanding the area of illumination. Optical filters can be selectively installed behind the lens for various lighting effects.

Abstract: An angle adjustment device comprises a support member, a plurality of holders for light emitting or receiving devices, each holder being supported by the support member for pivoting about at least one axis and an elongate spiral element which co-operates with the holders so that when the spiral element is displaced angularly about its axis relative to the support member, each holder pivots about its said at least one axis.

Abstract: A lamp display table (10) is disclosed for use with several lamp bases LB and several lamp shades LS. The lamp display table (10) has a base (11) with an upright, vertical support (12), a lamp base platform (13) rotatably coupled to the vertical support (12, and lamp shade platform (14) in the form of a radial array of shade supports (15) rotatably coupled to the vertical support (12) and adapted to hold a lamp shade LS.

Abstract: A pivot capsule for a motor vehicle headlamp has a seating receiving a substantially spherical head of a fixing rod of substantially axial orientation extending from a housing of the headlamp to allow the lighting module to pivot. The seating is open at its two transverse ends. The seating has a channel which receives the head, and at least two lugs extending with play on both sides of the channel and the head. The recurved arms incorporate ends bearing on the head substantially at its junction with the rod to hold it securely in the channel. An additional retaining element of the pivot capsule is intended to be inserted via an open end of the seating and which includes at least one retaining surface.

Abstract: A lamp assembly that may be used as a fog lamp or headlamp includes a mounting bracket, a reflector, and an adjuster. The reflector is pivotably mounted to the mounting bracket and the adjuster is secured to the reflector. The adjuster is also secured to the mounting bracket such that rotation of an aiming screw forming part of the adjuster causes pivoting of the reflector and aiming of the lamp. The bracket and adjuster are provided in pre-assembled fashion such that the lamp may be easily attached thereto.

Abstract: Lamp unit for a motor vehicle of the type including at least one housing into which is inserted a lighting module which is fixed in the housing by means of at least one pivot element incorporating a rod of substantially horizontal axial orientation, carried by the housing, of which a spherical head is housed in a capsule integral with the lighting module, wherein it includes at least one retaining enclosure which is traversed by at least part of the rod, which is carried by a wall of the housing, and in which a seating receives the capsule supported vertically substantially aligned with the spherical head, so that the weight of the lighting module bears on the housing, and in that a sidewall of the enclosure has two flanges which are received in a slideway carried by the associated wall of the housing.

Abstract: A remote control assembly comprising a signal light and a spotlight comprises a lamp receptacle, a combined light, two driving device for the combined light, a base stand, circuit board and suction disk. The combined light includes signal light and spotlight, lamp shields, lens and supporting shafts. When assembled, it is rotatably mounted in the lamp receptacle. One of driving device can make the combined light rotate upward and downward in the range of 250°, and can provide large visual angle in the evening or at night, even beyond 90°, and the other driving device can make the combined light rotate horizontally in the wide range of 360°. In addition, it (the combined light) has good performance of weather proof and super bright illumination. In emergency condition, its flashing light can be seen from several kilometers away. It is suitable for use on deck, galley, trailers and utility vehicles.

Abstract: A universal automated yoke that accommodates a variety of different sizes and types of lighting fixtures. The yoke includes adjustment mechanisms to accommodate a wide variety of sizes of lighting fixtures. The yoke further includes an adjustment mechanism to correct for various out of balance conditions of the lighting fixtures. The out of balance conditions are typically caused by added components, such as a color changer, that shift the balance point of the fixture. The device automates all the pan and tilt adjustments of the installed light fixture.

Abstract: A compact portable fluorescent lighting unit provides concentrated even coverage illumination for many visual arts, theater, studio or location applications. Beam width is conveniently user-adjustable without tools, typically in three steps: 60, 70 and 90 degrees. A pair of identical lighting cells are stacked one above the other; each cell can utilize any one of a variety of fluorescent lamps providing powerful illumination. Each cell has an efficient reflector and provision for beam width selection by varying the spacing of the lamp from the rear of the reflector via easily adjustable socket/lamp support brackets. A welded aluminum mounting yoke, with arms swivel-attached to opposite ends of the housing, can be set to any desired orientation for beam-aiming and locked in place to the housing by a user knob. The yoke can be affixed directly to building structure or mounted via a pipe or stand adaptor, optionally swivelled to provide a second beam-aiming axis.

Abstract: A vertically adjustable headlight assembly having a headlight housing, a reflector positioned within the housing and an adjuster mechanism including a channel and an adjustment member. An end of the adjustment member is accessible outside of the housing and the other end is received in the channel. When advanced or retracted, the end of the adjustment member travels within the channel causing the reflector to pivot within the housing and vertically adjust.

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: The present invention includes an adjustable lighting fixture having a housing and light holders which are able to extend, pivot, spin, and slide with respect to the housing, a mounting arm, or each other. The lighting fixture may thus provide enhanced lighting during events, such as live performances, teleconferencing, filming, or videotaping. Each adjustable lighting fixture generally includes a light holder positioned on a mounting arm pivotally or otherwise movably connected to the housing. The lighting fixture uses fluorescent light sources. When enhanced lighting is not required, the light holders may be restored in the housing in an aesthetic manner.

Abstract: A worklight includes a worklight housing for receiving a light source therein and a worklight stand including a U-shaped supporting leg having a lower supporting base and two upper hinge ends pivotally connected to the worklight housing, and a U-shaped pivot leg having a lower standing base and two upper pivot ends, wherein the two hinge ends of the supporting leg are pivotally connected with the two pivot ends of the pivot leg respectively. The worklight stand further includes a foldable stand and a supporting frame, which is supported on foldable stand, detachably mounted to the supporting base of the supporting leg and the standing base of the pivot leg in space apart manner such that the worklight housing is substantially supported on the supporting frame and is elevated via the foldable stand in a stable manner.

Abstract: A lamp for use on a table or a floor comprises a base, an intermediate spacer coupled to the base and rotatable with respect thereto, a light source, and a shade disposed over and about the light source. The shade has a surface shaped to insinuate a lipstick and additionally has a partially translucent portion acting to diffuse light emanating from the lamp. The lamp operates such that rotation of the intermediate spacer causes the lamp shade to move along a linear axis. A method for adjusting the light pattern emanating from such a lamp further comprises energizing the light source, rotating the intermediate spacer, and moving the shade along the linear axis while maintaining the light source energized.

Abstract: A low profile lighting system for military or other heavy equipment vehicles that includes a high intensity discharge (HID) headlight, and light emitting diode (LED) turn signals and running light. A microprocessor controller is included to interface to the vehicle lighting control system. An electromechanical actuator lifts and holds the light unit in place. The light unit is mounted on a hidden hinge in an armored and signature managed housing. The unique hinge design allows for electromechanical actuation of the lights from a micro-controller. The special hinge enables the external surfaces of the vehicle to be generally planar, and thereby ready to accept further signature management treatments.

Abstract: A system for lighting. The system includes at least a first lamp for producing light. The system includes motorized means for positioning the first lamp in a desired position. The motorized means is connected to the lamp. A method for lighting. The method includes the steps of directing a first motor with a controller. There is the step of positioning a first lamp into a desired position with the first motor.

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.