Abstract: A hand grip strengthening and competition apparatus includes first and second alarms and a power source carried by an elongate body. A first lever is mounted to the elongate body for pivotal movement between an open position and a closed position closing a first circuit between the power source and the first alarm energizing the first alarm. A second lever is spaced from the first lever and is mounted to the elongate body for pivotal movement between an open position and a closed position closing a second circuit between the power source and the second alarm energizing the second alarm. An elongate flexible, substantially non-stretchable connector has a first end attached to the first lever, a second end attached to the second lever, and length extending from the first end to the second end preventing the first and second levers from concurrently assuming their respective closed positions.

Abstract: There is provided an activity recognition apparatus for detecting an activity of a subject. The apparatus includes: a sensor unit including a plurality of linear motion sensors configured to detect linear motions and a plurality of rotational motion sensors, the linear motions being orthogonal to each other, the rotational motions being orthogonal to each other; and a computational unit configured to receive and process signals from the sensors included in the sensor unit so as to detect an activity of the subject. The sensor unit is directly or indirectly supported by the subject with an arbitrary orientation with respect to the subject. The computational unit performs a calculation that uses the signals from both linear motion sensors and rotational motion sensors to determine the activity of the subject independent of the orientation of the sensor unit.

Abstract: A low-impact exercise machine has a support device, a rotating device, a drive assembly and a handle assembly. The support device has a base, a pivot pin, a frame bracket, a supporting beam and two slideways. The rotating device is mounted rotatably with the support device and has a pivot post, a rotating panel and two rotating arms. The drive assembly is connected to the support device and the rotating device and has two driven segments. Each driven segment has a linking arm, two lateral beams, an operating shaft, a mounting bracket, a connecting stick and a transmitting shaft. The handle assembly is connected to the drive assembly with two handles.

Abstract: Exercise by a person coupled with illuminating cellulite-containing tissue of a person with light produced by a semi-conductor light source reduces cellulite in such tissue. Methods and systems for reducing cellulite may employ light from a light source comprising a semi-conductor material coupled with exercise equipment. Clothing may be provided that incorporates the light source. Clothing may alternatively have increased transmissiveness in areas adjacent to cellulite-containing tissue. A light activating composition may increase the effectiveness of cellulite reduction.

Abstract: Apparatus for muscular stimulation of a user includes a pressure sensor, a control unit to which pressure values sensed by the pressure sensor are fed, and a vibrational stimulator for applying vibrational stimulation. The vibrational stimulator is activated by the control unit in response to the pressure sensor sensing an applied pressure which exceeds a threshold-pressure value.

Abstract: To provide a muscle strength increasing device for a pressure muscle training method that can easily be tied around a region to be compressed. A muscle strength increasing device has a main belt 10 and a tie-down belt 20. A ring 11A and a loop-shaped belt 12A are fastened to the one end and the other end, respectively, of the main belt 10. The main belt 10 and the tie-down belt 20 are provided with two-dimensional fasteners 16, 21 for fastening. In order to tie the muscle strength increasing device around the region to be compressed, the region to be compressed is first passed through a loop of the main belt 10 that is formed by passing one end of the main belt 10 through the belt 12A. Then, the end of the tie-down belt 20 is passed through the ring 11A and turned right back. Thereafter, the tie-down belt 20 is pulled and the tie-down belt 20 is fastened to the main belt 10.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system of providing fitness equipment, such as a yoga mat, balance ball, yoga block, abs ball, pilates roller, etc., with multimedia playing capabilities. The multimedia workout guides and exercise programs that were tailored to the fitness equipment can be preloaded with that equipment to provide a convenient one-stop fitness exercise experience to the users. The multimedia system is installed into a single hard-case. The hard-case is embedded into the fitness equipment by way of fastening to a housing or a simple slot in an embedded case of the fitness equipment. The multimedia system is also detachable from the housing or the equipment. The multimedia system comprises a speaker unit, a memory unit, an interface unit, a display unit, a power unit and a processing unit. The multimedia system can be operated with replaceable battery, solar cells, AC power or DC power.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mechanical device for stimulating stomach muscles, comprising a belt-like element sized to be worn with a section thereof adjacent the stomach muscles of the wearer, the belt being associated with a motor and a power element for driving the motor, the motor being mechanically linked to means for intermittently tensioning at least the section to repeatedly intermittently press against the stomach muscles of the wearer in order to stimulate the muscles to contract as a reaction and in anticipation of the repeated intermittent contact.

Abstract: The method of selecting content items of the invention comprises selecting (6) a subset of content items from a collection of content items in dependency of feedback gathered during a previous physical activity of a person (3). The subset is smaller than the collection of content items and the feedback comprises information regarding the previous physical activity. The electronic device of the invention comprises electronic circuitry operative to perform the method of the invention. The software of the invention enables a programmable device to perform the method of the invention.

Abstract: An electronic console with a system for indicating the motion power having one large indicating area with light color change and one setting/comparing area. Judging from the change of light color in the indicating area, the observer (operator himself and other related persons) can easily acquire the relevant information of the current dynamic status of this exercise apparatus or the current physical status of the operator. Meanwhile, in the setting mode, the user can define a specific light color of the LED in this setting/comparing area to make a simple visual comparison with the light color in the indicating area to judge whether the current exercise or physical status of the user corresponds to that of the “setting color”.

Abstract: A system for processing biological data is provided and includes a monitoring device configured to receive biological data responsive to a living being. The system also includes an interface device communicated with the monitoring device to receive the biological data. Furthermore, the system includes a data transfer device, configured to receive the biological data from the interface device and communicate the biological data to a processing device for processing. Additionally, a method for processing biological information is provided, wherein the method includes receiving biological information from a monitoring device responsive to a first party and responsive to an exercise regime and processing the biological information to generate resultant information responsive to at least one physical characteristic of the first party.

Abstract: Articles of clothing or pieces of athletic equipment include modules, e.g., for sensing physical and/or physiological characteristics associated with use of the clothing or athletic equipment or for performing other functions. Such systems and methods may use physical or other interaction(s) between the module and the article of clothing or piece of athletic equipment for activating and/or deactivating the module and/or sensing devices included with the module, for confirming whether the module and clothing or piece of athletic equipment are authorized for use with one another, and/or for automatic data algorithm selection methods. Additionally, such systems and methods also may use the activation and/or authentication systems for data input to the module. Some examples of such systems and methods may utilize magnets and magnetic sensing systems and/or light (or other radiation) sources and sensing systems for activation, authentication, data input, and/or algorithm selection.

Abstract: A guiding structure of a treadmill for guiding electrostatic charges of a human body is disposed between a treadmill base and the human body to connect the human body to the treadmill base continuously. Thus, potentials between the human body and the treadmill base may be kept in a substantially balanced state, and it is possible to prevent a high-potential one of the human body and the treadmill base to instantaneously discharge the electrostatic charges to a low-potential one. Thus, the user can use the treadmill in a relieved manner.

Abstract: An electric gym chair has a support, a motor connecting to the support, an eccentric ring assembly pivotally provided on a top end of the support and driven by the motor, a seat mounted securely on the eccentric ring assembly and a cushion attached to the eccentric ring assembly. When the motor is operated, the eccentric ring assembly is rotated to move the cushion a circular track to fully exercise the waist of the user.

Abstract: An assessment of an individual with respect to flexibility, cardiovascular condition, body fat composition, muscular strength and condition, as well as other health conditions and limitations is made. Based on this assessment a specific fitness plan is determined for the individual which includes a detailed workout program of specific exercises. A plurality of video segments is selected from a series of video segments stored in a computer wherein each selected video segment is a specific exercise of the detailed workout program and recorded on a D.V.D. or video cassette tape or made available on a secure web site. Also, the assessment of the individual and the specific fitness plan including the detailed workout program can be accomplished automatically by computer.

Abstract: A damping adjusting mechanism for exercise machines comprise's a mount to be connected to an exercise machine, a locking unit mounted on top of the mount having a vertical slot, an adjusting unit inserted into a longitudinal through hole within the locking unit, and a press-on member partly embedded within the vertical slot, wherein it is pivotally attached. The press-on member further includes a plurality of uniformly distributed tooth sections for the engagement with the mount. Thereby, a user can presses the press-on member to drive a pull string that adjusts the spacing between a damping wheel and a magnet belt, achieving damping of various magnitudes.

Abstract: An adjustable limb exerciser includes a relay securable on the circuit board to electrically connect to the motor, resistors electrically connected to the relay to provide different resistance to hinder the motor from operation and an adjusting knob securable on the casing to direct connection between the relay and the resistors. A heat dissipating plate is mounted adjacent to the resistors to dissipate heat from the resistors.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for an exercise apparatus incorporating sensor means 30 for translating body movement imparted to the exercise apparatus by the user 20 that is measured and transmitted to a video game 34 as commands generated by the sensor enhanced exercise apparatus forming the user control interface 36. The exercise apparatus 10 has a platform 12 with a resistive member 14 extending therefrom along with arms 16 fastened to the resistive member forming a cradle for the user 20 and extending outwardly terminating in hand grips 18. The present invention 10 moves and senses motion in the transverse 24, anterior-posterior 26 and longitudinal 28 axis.

Abstract: In the fat burning value calculating apparatus (6), an electrocardiographic signal is detected (1, 41, 45-47) at the start of exercise, and a heart rate is calculated from the detected value. Further, a power of heart rate variability is calculated, and an AT level is determined from the variability power. Once the AT level is determined, a preset exercise program is executed. A work load during the exercise is detected, and consumed calories are calculated. Thereafter, the electrocardiographic signal during the exercise is detected, the heart rate is calculated from the detected signal, and a fat burning rate during the exercise is calculated. A fat burning amount is calculated from the consumed calories and the fat burning rate, their accumulated values are also calculated, and these values are displayed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composite structure for display device, which includes a display device able to display exercise information and audiovisual entertainment, and the display unit is connected to an exercise equipment by means of a connecting port. Moreover, the display device comprises a control unit, a processor unit and an application interface. The control unit is responsible for adjustment of brightness, contrast, and vertical and horizontal positioning, and the processor unit is responsible for exercise information and adjustment control of audiovisual entertainment. Furthermore, the application interface is connected to the processor unit by means of the connecting port. Hence, the display device including the control unit, the processor unit and the application interface enables an exerciser to achieve the objective of working out to keep fit and enjoying entertainment when exercising on the exercise equipment.

Abstract: A balance trainer having a supporting shaft provided with a saddle. The supporting shaft may sway by means of the interaction of a plurality of permanent magnets and electromagnets for achievement of the effect of balance training. Further, each electromagnet is controlled by a preset program in a microcomputer and a related controller.

Abstract: A trampoline having a frame, a bounce member and a bounce sensor, sensing bounces activates lights and provide sounds for entertainment and training purposes. A control box interprets a variety of inputs from the bounce sensors and outputs a variety of lights and sounds. A light is activated underneath the bounce member when the bounce sensor senses a bounce. One are more sets of lights can be used. The best mode is a spring post configuration sensor. The lights can be encapsulated within a plastic lamination having an upper clear surface and a lower reflective surface.

Abstract: A potentially infinitely variable resistance to exercise that can be incorporated into most types of exercise equipment is achieved by driving an electrical generator with the physical exertion of the user to power a sufficiently large electrical load. Physical resistance to exercise is controlled by adjusting the output of the generator.

Abstract: A slipproof pad of a slide board, including a transparent slipproof pad main body formed with a receiving space. The periphery of the receiving space is formed with multiple locating mortises. A cell room is defined in the receiving space, in which a cell can be accommodated. Multiple lateral chambers are formed around the cell room for accommodating light sources therein. The conductive sections of the light source extend to a position near the electrodes of the cell. An elastic transparent tread body is fitted in the receiving space. The tread body is formed with a peripheral wall corresponding to the receiving space. Multiple tenons are formed on the peripheral wall. A protruding press section is disposed at a center of the peripheral wall corresponding to the cell room. The tenons of the tread body are inserted in the locating mortises of the receiving space to locate the tread body therein. The slipproof pad is disposed on a slide board.

Abstract: An exercise assistant system and method for managing an exercise pattern in conjunction with music is provided. The exercise assistant system builds a reference exercise schedule on the basis of user information; designates at least one music file for the reference exercise schedule; stores the reference exercise schedule and the music file; outputs guidance information and the music file in sound on the basis of the reference exercise schedule; displays a reference exercise pattern and an actual exercise pattern in a form of graph; and resets the reference exercise schedule and the music file on the basis of a biological change of the user during exercise. The exercise assistant system and method enables adjustment of the exercise amount and level according to the user's exercise achievement and physical variation during the exercise, such that it is possible to effectively assist the user's exercise.

Abstract: A generated torque control method for a leg body exercise assistive apparatus enabling a person to make a leg motion in such a feeling that the person is not wearing the leg body exercise assistive apparatus as much as possible by reducing the weight of the leg body exercise assistive apparatus attached to the person acting on the person. On the assumption that a person (A) not wearing the assistive apparatus (1) is making the same motion as a leg motion of the person (A) wearing the leg body exercise assistive apparatus (1) during the leg motion of the person (A), an estimation is made for a person-side joint moment to be generated in each joint of the leg of the person (A), and on the assumption that the assistive apparatus (1) is independently making the same motion as the leg motion, an estimation is made for an apparatus-side joint moment to be generated in the joint regions (4), (6), and (10) of the leg sections of the assistive apparatus (1).

Abstract: An exercise chair comprising a base frame having a frame vertical axis and a seat movably coupled to the base frame and having a seat vertical axis, wherein the seat is configured such that the seat vertical axis describes bidirectional orbital motion around the frame vertical axis when the seat is in motion. A method of manufacturing an exercise chair is also provided.

Abstract: A virtual trainer exercise system including at least one exercise equipment device including a video user interface, an audio input, an audio output, and a data port for receiving a portable storage device, a server in communication with the exercise equipment device, a database in communication with the server, the database including one or more user profiles, software executing on the exercise equipment device for receiving user data from the portable storage device, software executing on the server for accessing a user profile corresponding to the user data, and software executing on the server for generating an interactive virtual trainer based on the user profile and providing the interactive virtual trainer to the user via the user interface and audio output.

Abstract: A method and system is invented for continuous monitoring, real-time analysis, and automated and personalized training of exercise. The system embodies a multi-sensor data acquisition system to measure body sounds, body signs, vital signs, motions, and machine settings continuously and automatically. The system is able to capture the body sounds and other vital signs, analyze them, and report and display summarized results. The signal processing functions utilize a unique signal separation and noise removal methodology by which authentic signals can be extracted from interfered signals and in noisy environments, even when signals and noises have similar frequency components or are statistically dependent. The method and system will facilitate continuous monitoring, real-time analysis, and computerized evaluation of level of effort, physical stress, and resulting fatigue during physical activity or exercise.

Abstract: A training apparatus is disclosed that will enable a trainee to exercise with a load that is suited to his or her physical build in the forward path and return path of a repetitive exercise. A motor applies a load to a bar (corresponds to a moving unit) that moves repetitively due to a trainee's exercise. The load that is applied by the motor is not fixed, but rather varies during the repetitive exercise. The width of the repetitive exercise, i.e., the width of the range of motion of the bar, takes into account differences in the physique of individual trainees. Consequently, varying the method by which the load changes in accordance with the width of the range of motion makes it possible to apply a load that is suited to the physique of each individual trainee, thereby enabling each trainee to exercise effectively.

Abstract: A method of conditioning a body for swimming in conjunction with an inclined bench of the type having a sliding top carriage comprising the steps of: a) providing i) a vibration generation unit having a housing containing vibration generation and a vibrating member; ii) a member attachment to facilitate transmission of the generated vibration to the body; and a base for the vibration generation unit capable of orienting the vibrating member in a position generally parallel to an incline of the bench; b) orienting the vibration generation unit on the base so that its vibrating member reciprocates on a plane generally parallel to the bench; and, c) positioning and securing the vibration generation unit beneath the bench. Then a swimmer lying face down on and carried by the carriage can slide the carriage cyclically along the incline by pressing his hands on the vibrating member attachment specifically conditioning his arms and upper torso.

Abstract: An exercise monitoring system which includes an electronic positioning device; a physiological monitor; and a display unit configured for displaying data provided by said electronic positioning device and said physiological monitor.

Abstract: A virtual racecourse is mapped by uniting digital pictures with GPS and inclinometer data, stored in a recorded course file, presented in distance increments of the racecourse, and accessed for individual and group competition over the internet.

Abstract: A system for advising an exerciser about his physical activities, associated either with displacement of the exerciser itself or of an object displaced by the exerciser, or an object displaced simultaneously with the exerciser. The system comprises a first unit for monitoring the activities. This unit is not in physical contact with the exerciser or the object, displaced by the exerciser. The first unit is capable to collect raw data defining the activities either in terms of distance or acceleration. The first unit transmits the collected raw data in a wireless fashion to a second unit, which receives the transmitted raw data, processes it and calculates various parameters, defining the said physical activities, and represents the calculated parameters in a form recognizable by the exerciser. The system enables tracking, recording and updating the relevant information, provides improved feedback and thus helps to the exercising individual to improve his performances.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for monitoring and encouraging health and fitness. In accordance with a first aspect, an apparatus is provided that is adapted to assist in weight loss and exercise. The apparatus comprises a personal digital assistant (PDA) having computer program code adapted to assist in at least one of calorie counting, meal selection, meal suggestion, weight monitoring, weight loss or gain monitoring, fat consumption monitoring, sugar consumption monitoring and salt consumption monitoring. The PDA also includes computer program code adapted to display historical data regarding at least one of calorie counting, meal selection, meal suggestion, weight monitoring, weight loss or gain monitoring, fat consumption monitoring, sugar consumption monitoring and salt consumption monitoring. Numerous other embodiments are provided, as are methods, systems and computer program products.

Abstract: The present invention is a stress management device which relates to the field of health and is a portable device with auditory messages. The device can be carried by a user and used privately with ear phones or can be auditory and used with speakers. The present invention relaxation device can be used as needed when tension arises, or on a regular basis as a way to prevent tension buildup that can contribute to health problems. The battery operated device is activated by the user and has sequential recorded messages that remind the user at his or her pace to relax and release physical and mental tension.

Abstract: An isometric/pacing exercise device that is adaptable to exercise apparatuses to produce a signal to the user to exert an isometric muscular force against the force provided by the exercise apparatus. The signal can be either aural or visual. The isometric/pacing exercise device provides a convenient means for a user to isometrically exercise their muscles on existing exercise apparatuses which do not presently have such a signaling device. The device is adaptable to most exercise apparatuses.

Abstract: To carry out step number measurement more precisely even when a walk signal enough to be detected is not obtained. After a fixed noise of a signal detected by an acceleration detecting portion having an acceleration sensor is removed by a filter portion of a counting portion, a walk cycle comparing portion compares a cycle of the resultant signal with a moving average value calculated by a walk cycle calculating portion, and each signal within a predetermined cycle range is counted as the number of steps for one step by a step number counting portion. A signal within a range similar to a cycle n times as large as a predetermined cycle of the signals each beyond the predetermined cycle range is judged as the number of steps for n steps by an extra-regulation step number processing portion and is counted as the number of steps for n steps by the step number counting portion. Data on the number of steps obtained through the counting in the step number counting portion is displayed on a display portion.

Abstract: A brace compliance monitor is disclosed that includes a compliance sensor, a signal processor, and a display. Compliance data is displayed on the display to provide the patient or subject with immediate compliance information on whether they have been wearing the brace for the specified period and in the specified manner. The brace compliance monitor may also include a secondary sensor such as a tilt sensor, a pressure sensor, a force sensor, an acceleration sensor, or a velocity sensor. The secondary sensors may provide additional compliance data to the patient and health car provider.

Abstract: An exercise device is configured to enable a user to interact with a trainer in real-time communication. The exercise device includes an exercise mechanism having a movable element for movement in performance of exercise by a user. Communicating with the exercise mechanism is an interface adapted for gathering a first real-time signal from the user. The interface communicates with a communication system for receiving a packetized second real-time signal including a synchronized control signal from the trainer. The exercise device includes an output device configured to reproduce the second real-time signal. The control signals carried by the second signal are used to control the operating parameters of the exercise mechanism in real-time.

Abstract: A device and method for motivating a person to start and maintain an exercise routine. A handheld electronic device is provided that includes a display. The electronic device randomly selects times that exercise should be performed. At those times, a person is prompted to select a type of exercise that is appropriate for the location and circumstances that person finds him/herself. After selecting the appropriate type of exercises, the selected exercises are portrayed on the display of the device. The device also sets a time frame in which the various exercises are to be completed and motivates a person to perform the exercises within that time frame. At the end of the time period, the device prompts the user as to whether or not the various exercises were performed in the given time period. A fitness report is then displayed showing improved or declining fitness.

Abstract: An exercise monitoring and recording device includes a motion signal sensing circuit for detecting a series of motion signals of a user and a microprocessor for receiving the motion signals. The microprocessor is connected with at least one exercise expenditure distribution pattern storage for storing the motion signals and generating an exercise expenditure distribution pattern with reference to a real time signal from a real time clock generating circuit. The device includes a daily exercise expenditure distribution pattern storage for storing of daily exercise expenditure distribution pattern, a weekly exercise expenditure distribution pattern storage for storing weekly exercise expenditure distribution pattern, and a monthly exercise expenditure distribution pattern for storing monthly exercise expenditure distribution pattern.

Abstract: A walking sensor is attached to a shoe of the user and cooperates with an input device including a detection section detecting a movement of a user's leg, a signal conversion section converting a detection result of the detection section into a control signal, and an output section outputting the control signal to an external device.

Abstract: The muscle exerciser and toner device with microprocessor controlled multiple workouts, produces specially timed vibrations to exercise muscles and burn body fat without a need to perform an actual physical exercise. The device can be attached to different parts of the human body and thru vibrations make the muscles contract and extend. This is equivalent to a process of a genuine exercise session. A motor generates vibration with an eccentric weight mounted on a shaft. The motor is controlled by a microprocessor, which runs a specifically timed workout program consisting of exercise and rest cycles. After the workout is over the device shuts off automatically. The device operation is simple and requires pressing one button. The timing of the workout program is similar to that of a real exercise session, thus enabling the device to emulate a genuine physical workout. Several devices can be placed on various muscles simultaneously.

Abstract: In accordance with the method, system and program of the present invention, at least one type of exercise indicator signal associated with exercise performed by a particular user is received from a particular exercise machine in a common transmittable data format at a portable computer system provided the particular user. Cumulative fitness activity is computed and stored for the particular user at the portable computer system utilizing the at least one type of exercise indicator signal and previously accumulated fitness activity data at the portable computer system, such that an independent portable computer system associated with the particular user monitors the real-time cumulative fitness activity of the particular user from at least one type of exercise indicator signal received from at least one exercise machine over a period of time.

Abstract: An aerobic exercise system for encouraging a person to exercise more which includes a doll having movable extremities which at least include arms and legs which are capable of moving in a predetermined aerobic manner. An aerobic video displays predetermined movements to be performed by the doll. There is a chip disposed within such doll which is connected to the arms and legs for causing predetermined aerobic movements of the doll which correspond to movements of the aerobic video. Additionally, there is at least one aerobic type bench for the doll to perform such predetermined aerobic exercises on.

Abstract: The present invention features various systems and methods for assessing, measuring, quantifying, and/or relaying athlete performance information, and particularly performance information relating to fighters or boxers. More particularly, the present invention relates to utilizing such technology as modified ergometer based technology, optical sensor and motion analysis technology, accelerometers, and hydraulic meters for the measuring and/or improvement of the performance of fighters, for the facilitating of recruiting efforts, and/or for the enhancement of boxing matches.

Abstract: A computer interactive isometric exercise system includes an effector, a sensor coupled at a selected location on the effector to measure a force applied by a user to the effector, where the applied force effects a strain on the effector, and control circuitry. The control circuitry includes a processor that receives and processes data corresponding to applied force information measured by the sensor for transference to a host computer. The processed data is transferred in a format compatible with the host computer and facilitates user interaction with the host computer in response to effector manipulation by the user. A plurality of effectors may further be combined together to form a system frame that provides a variety of isometric exercises for the user in combination with user interaction with the host computer.

Abstract: A linear magnetic damper includes a magnetically attractive rail, a damper body movable along the magnetically attractive rail and having a longitudinal passage, which accommodates the magnetically attractive rail, and having a plurality of openings symmetrically formed at two sides thereof and respectively arranged in alignment, and a plurality of magnetic members respectively mounted in the openings at two sides of the damper body for applying a magnetic force to the magnetically attractive rail.

Abstract: A wrist exerciser includes a casing comprised of upper and lower casing members mounted together to form a substantially spherical shape. A rotor has opposite shafts rotatably received in the holes defined in the casing for rotatably supporting the rotor in the casing. Illumination elements are mounted on an outside surface of the rotor. A power source is fixed in the rotor for powering the illumination elements. A control circuit is in electrical connection with the power source and the illumination elements for selectively lighting the illumination elements. A transmission device is mounted in the rotor and has an interface circuit connected to the control circuit and a socket connector in connection with the interface circuit.