Abstract: A compact, lightweight source of radiation at wavelengths ranging from long wave ultraviolet through the visible powered from a low power DC source wherein a high frequency oscillator provides regulated driving current for the excitation of a fluorescent tube which emits energy at wavelengths outside the erythemal zone and wherein a first level of energizing current is provided for a warmup of the tube, a second level of energizing current is provided for standby excitation and a third level of energizing current is available for more intense operating excitation during which time there is also provided an audible timing signal.

Abstract: An incense burner consisting of an exterior receptacle fitted with an ash collecting basket supporting a lighter within said receptacle and an axially disposed spindle. A disc having a plurality of circumferentially disposed holes dimensioned to accept sticks of incense is supported on said spindle above said receptacle and a wire mesh cap is fitted over said disc at the top of the receptacle. The disc can be rotated to permit selective ignition of one or more incense sticks.

Abstract: A portable stand constructed from four tubular telescoping legs forming a pair of A-frames separated by tubular telescoping cross members to which are fastened a hinged table for supporting books, periodicals and other documents. By adjusting set screws, both the height and width of the stand can be adjusted to facilitate hands-free use of the stand by persons reading in bed, a chair, a lounge, a sofa, or even while standing.

Abstract: A portable reading stand constructed from a U-shaped member stacked within a larger U-shaped member with a hinge connecting the horizontal portions of each member to permit rotation therebetween and a table hinged to the larger member for supporting books, periodicals and other reading materials of various sizes. When the two U-shaped members are separated, the stand may be stably placed across a person's body lying in bed or lounging in a chair.