Patents Assigned to Brightz, ltd.
  • Patent number: 12247724
    Abstract: An illumination device includes an elongated flexible body having a first end connected to a second end via a flexible connecting body and an illumination portion coupled to the first end and a coupling portion coupled to the second end, wherein the illumination portion includes one or more illuminating sources and a first magnetic component housed within the illumination portion, the coupling portion includes a second magnetic component housed within the coupling portion, and the flexible connecting body is capable of folding such that the illumination portion and the coupling portion axially align and the first magnetic component magnetically couples to the second magnetic component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2024
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2025
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20250050959
    Abstract: Disclosed is an illumination device for use with spoked wheels, such as bicycle wheels, wherein the wheel includes a hub portion, a plurality of spokes, and a rim portion. The illumination device includes a power pack, at least one adaptor body, and at least one attachment portion. The power pack having at least one wire, a flexible button cap, a body housing, and circuit board with a switch. The at least one wire including a plurality of light sources. The at least one attachment portion including a clip portion providing for the installation of the at least one adaptor body to the bicycle spokes. The illumination device also includes a holder for the installation of the power pack to the bicycle wheel. Further, the illumination device may include a tubular body located in the internal cavity of the at least one adaptor body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2024
    Publication date: February 13, 2025
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent ANDERSON, Brian FINCH
  • Patent number: 12169062
    Abstract: An illumination device includes a spool body having a top flange extending from a perimeter of a first end of the spool body and a bottom flange extending from the perimeter of a second end of the spool body opposite the first end of the spool body, a rope light selectively wrapped around the spool body, and a power source disposed with the spool body and electrically coupled to the rope light such that the power source causes the rope light to emit light. An end of the rope light may be secured to the spool body and a second send of the rope light may include an attachment device for attaching the rope light to a rope or like support. Circuitry components may be configured to electrically couple the power source to the rope light and control an illumination mode of the rope light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Samantha Dickie
  • Patent number: 12151765
    Abstract: Disclosed is an illumination device for use with spoked wheels, such as bicycle wheels, wherein the wheel includes a hub portion, a plurality of spokes, and a rim portion. The illumination device includes a power pack, at least one adaptor body, and at least one attachment portion. The power pack having at least one wire, a flexible button cap, a body housing, and circuit board with a switch. The at least one wire including a plurality of light sources. The at least one attachment portion including a clip portion providing for the installation of the at least one adaptor body to the bicycle spokes. The illumination device also includes a holder for the installation of the power pack to the bicycle wheel. Further, the illumination device may include a tubular body located in the internal cavity of the at least one adaptor body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent Anderson, Brian V. Finch
  • Patent number: 12119505
    Abstract: A portable power device may comprise a housing configured to contain an internal power supply and an attachment strap releasably connected to the housing for securing the device to an object or with space. The housing may comprise a top portion connected to a bottom portion by at least one hinge, and a gasket may be disposed between the top portion and the bottom portion to inhibit moisture from entering the housing. At least one clasp may be disposed on a side of the housing opposite the at least one hinge, the at least one clasp being configured to maintain the housing in a closed position without the use of tools. An attachment bracket may be provided that is releasably connected to the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2024
    Assignee: BRIGHTZ, LTD.
    Inventors: Brent C. Anderson, Ronald V. Finch, Brian V. Finch
  • Patent number: 12092311
    Abstract: An illumination device having comprising a first housing portion connected a second housing portion by a hinge at a first end, when folded about the hinge the first housing portion and the second housing portion mate and form an enclosure therein; a tongue formed on an end of the first housing portion opposite the hinge; a groove formed on an end of the second housing portion opposing the hinge, a first hole extending through the tongue, a second hole extending through a first portion of the two portions of the groove and a third hole extending through a second portion of the two portions of the groove, wherein the holes are axially aligned; a coupling portion comprising a flexible string-like material extends through each of the first hole, the second hole, and the third hole; and an illumination source powered by a power source and controlled by a switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2024
    Assignee: BRIGHTZ, LTD.
    Inventor: Samantha Dickie
  • Publication number: 20240261646
    Abstract: A paddle includes a frame comprising a paddle portion, a handle portion extending from the paddle portion, a light source disposed on a perimeter of the paddle portion, and a power source and electronics disposed within the handle portion, wherein the power source is electrically coupled to the light source, and the electronics are configured to control operation of the light source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2024
    Publication date: August 8, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian Finch, James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20240263768
    Abstract: Currently disclosed is a device for increasing visibility of a guy line at night. The device includes a housing, a light emitting source, a power source, and an on/off switch. The housing having an internal portion, external portion, and an attachment mechanism located on the external portion of the housing locking in place the housing to the guy line. The light emitting source is located within the housing and powered by the power source. The on/off switch is in contact with the power source providing readily activation of the light emitting source. The attachment mechanism may comprise at least one hook portion and a tensioning mechanism. The tensioning mechanism may comprise at least one offset portion. The tensioning mechanism prevents the device from sliding down the guy line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2024
    Publication date: August 8, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent ANDERSON, Ronald FINCH
  • Publication number: 20240255130
    Abstract: An illumination device includes an elongated flexible body having a first end connected to a second end via a flexible connecting body and an illumination portion coupled to the first end and a coupling portion coupled to the second end, wherein the illumination portion includes one or more illuminating sources and a first magnetic component housed within the illumination portion, the coupling portion includes a second magnetic component housed within the coupling portion, and the flexible connecting body is capable of folding such that the illumination portion and the coupling portion axially align and the first magnetic component magnetically couples to the second magnetic component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2024
    Publication date: August 1, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20240247771
    Abstract: A sound and illumination device including a sound-making portion, an illumination portion, and an attachment portion for mounting on a bicycle. The sound-making portion including a lever, a spring, a striking portion, and a metal portion, wherein the metal portion covers the lever, the spring, and the striking portion. The lever may include a magnet. The illumination portion including a cover portion, an electrical circuit, a switch, a light emitting source and a power source. Actuation of the lever of the sound-making portion results in the activation of the light emitting source of the illumination portion resulting in the concurrent emission of light and sound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2024
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Brent ANDERSON
  • Patent number: 11988364
    Abstract: Currently disclosed is a device for increasing visibility of a guy line at night. The device includes a housing, a light emitting source, a power source, and an on/off switch. The housing having an internal portion, external portion, and an attachment mechanism located on the external portion of the housing locking in place the housing to the guy line. The light emitting source is located within the housing and powered by the power source. The on/off switch is in contact with the power source providing readily activation of the light emitting source. The attachment mechanism may comprise at least one hook portion and a tensioning mechanism. The tensioning mechanism may comprise at least one offset portion. The tensioning mechanism prevents the device from sliding down the guy line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent Anderson, Ronald Finch
  • Patent number: 11976803
    Abstract: A sound and illumination device including a sound-making portion, an illumination portion, and an attachment portion for mounting on a bicycle. The sound-making portion including a lever, a spring, a striking portion, and a metal portion, wherein the metal portion covers the lever, the spring, and the striking portion. The lever may include a magnet. The illumination portion including a cover portion, an electrical circuit, a switch, a light emitting source and a power source. Actuation of the lever of the sound-making portion results in the activation of the light emitting source of the illumination portion resulting in the concurrent emission of light and sound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Brent Anderson
  • Patent number: 11976807
    Abstract: An illumination device includes an elongated flexible body having a first end connected to a second end via a flexible connecting body and an illumination portion coupled to the first end and a coupling portion coupled to the second end, wherein the illumination portion includes one or more illuminating sources and a first magnetic component housed within the illumination portion, the coupling portion includes a second magnetic component housed within the coupling portion, and the flexible connecting body is capable of folding such that the illumination portion and the coupling portion axially align and the first magnetic component magnetically couples to the second magnetic component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20240142081
    Abstract: An illumination device including a housing having a cylindrical bowl shape enclosed on a first end and open on an second end, a light emitting portion coupled to the housing on the second end, the light emitting portion comprising a first portion configured to diffuse light emitted through the first portion and a second portion configured to project light in a beam from the illumination device, the first portion encircles a perimeter of the second portion, a first light source comprising one or more light emitting devices that when activated provide light to the first portion, and a second light source distinct from the first light source that when activated provides light to the second portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2024
    Publication date: May 2, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian FINCH, Samantha DICKIE
  • Patent number: D1028300
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Samantha Dickie, Brian Finch
  • Patent number: D1029157
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2024
    Assignee: BRIGHTZ, LTD.
    Inventors: Brian Finch, James McAllister
  • Patent number: D1030666
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian V. Finch, Ronald Finch, Brent Anderson
  • Patent number: D1035071
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Ronald Finch
  • Patent number: D1048484
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Patent number: D1067816
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2025
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Samantha Dickie