Abstract: A movable and flexible net arranged in an M.times.N pattern is set forth. The pattern is defined by a plurality of parallel strands having eyelets therein to releasably engage and hold lamps in a light string. The net of the present disclosure, while supporting an attached light string, can be draped to any contour determined by a supportive surface, and can be likewise positioned in deployed pattern with that contour or stored for later use. The net in the M.times.N rectangular pattern is formed of flexible strands to enable storage.

Abstract: A nonplanar mechanical dimmer for use in a variable parameter luminaire includes claws, a mounting region and a convex beam blocking region which does not reflect energy back onto a light source during dimming.

Abstract: A flashlight with signaling lamp suitable for miniaturization and having good operability is provided. A cylindrical slide body (20) is fitted over the outside of the upper portion of the main body (10) within which a battery is accommodated. When the slide body (20) is slid in upper and lower directions of the figure, the entirety thereof is expanded or contracted. A colorless transparent plate (24) and a reflection plate (25) are provided within an illuminating tubular portion (21). When the entirety is contracted, lamp bulb (40) is positioned within the illuminating tubular portion (21). Thus, this flashlight can be utilized as an illuminating lamp to irradiate the upper direction of the figure. In contrast, when the entirety is expanded, a scattered light by a signaling tubular portion (22) comprised of transparent plastic of red is obtained. Thus, this flashlight can be utilized as a signaling lamp. Inside the signaling tubular portion (22), a groove (22C) is dug.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus is comprised of an illumination unit arranged so as to project from a light apparatus body by a predetermined distance, a spring for spring-biasing the illumination unit in the direction in which the illumination unit is projected from the light apparatus body, a power switch for the illumination unit which is switched in accordance with a movement of the illumination unit, an engaging portion for engaging the illumination unit at the position close to the light apparatus body, and a releasing portion for releasing the engaging portion, wherein the lighting apparatus can be energized only when the illumination unit is projected from the lighting apparatus body. Also, an electrode apparatus attached to power source equipments such as a battery pack or the like is comprised of an electrode cover for shielding an electrode portion, wherein the electrode cover can be opened by a projected electrode portion of the equipments to which the power source equipment is attached.

Abstract: A table, desk or wall-mount lamp is disclosed which is adjustable by being rotatable and also directable into several continuous directions for focusing the light onto an object and for focusing the intensity of light towards the object which is to be illuminated. The adjustability of the lamp is achieved by rotating parts of the lamp about three different axes and by sliding a portion of the lamp. One rotation is brought about by a tension wheel which is easily controllable.

Abstract: A nonimaging illumination optical device for producing a selected far field illuminance over an angular range. The optical device includes a light source 102, a light reflecting surface 108, and a family of light edge rays defined along a reference line 104 with the reflecting surface 108 defined in terms of the reference line 104 as a parametric function R(t) where t is a scalar parameter position and R(t)=k(t)+Du(t) where k(t) is a parameterization of the reference line 104, and D is a distance from a point on the reference line 104 to the reflection surface 108 along the desired edge ray through the point.

Abstract: A clamping and connecting structure for a track light includes a track unit and a clamping unit. The track unit consists of a track with two grooves each of which receives a packing strip accommodating a lead wire. The clamping unit consists of a clamping sleeve with locking holes at both ends, a pair of clamping pieces each having an upper bent guide strip and a lower through hole, a pair of bent connecting pieces each having an upper through hole and a lower through hole, and a connecting sleeve with insert holes in one side. Screws are used to lock the upper through holes of the connecting pieces and the lower through holes of the clamping pieces to the clamping sleeve such that the guide strips are in contact with the lead wires held by the packing strips of the track. Screws are further used to lock the lower through holes of the connecting pieces to the connecting sleeve, the insert holes of which may receive insert means of a lamp.

Abstract: A pedestal piece 20 is integrally projected from the back face of a lamp mounting apparatus body 1, and a pin 2 is integrally projected from the center of the rear face of the pedestal piece 20. The head 2B of the pin 2 is pressingly fitted into a fastener attached to a vehicle body, thereby positioning and fastening the lamp mounting apparatus body 1 to the vehicle body.

Abstract: A glove apparatus including a glove member having an outer surface covering material, such as a pliable plastic, treated with an illuminative substance having phosphorescence, fluorescent, or both, illuminative properties. The glove apparatus includes a light circuit system integrally packaged with the glove member. The light may be selectively energized and may be directionally controlled by the user of the apparatus to illuminate an object. The light is contained within a ring-like light housing member which is preferably mounted on a finger section of the glove member. As a child glove toy item, the outer glove surface covering material is decorated to ornately represent a fictional cartoon hero character. Variations of the apparatus include a light filter adapted with a screen shaped in the form of the cartoon character to effect projecting an image of the cartoon character upon a child energizing the light circuit system.

Abstract: A motion sensor light apparatus comprises a lighting body, a mounting base for mounting the lighting body to a wall. The lighting body includes a decorative house for receiving a lamp bulb, and a light base extended downwardly from the bottom end of the decorative house as an integral part of the lighting body. The light base has a top rim, a conical base body extending coaxially and downwardly from the top rim and gradually reducing its diameter to define a conical shape, and a flat bottom end extending downwardly from the base body. The base body has an azimuthal aperture and installs therein a lens, a seat, and a motion sensor circuit board mounted on the seat. The seat has an azimuthal seat aperture superimposing to the aperture of the base body. The lens is adhered to the seat and positioned between the seat aperture and the aperture of the base body, and directs infra-red radiation from a human or vehicle object to an infra-red sensor of the motion sensor circuit board.

Abstract: A centralized lighting system is provided having a high intensity light source which is disposed at approximately the first optical focal point of an ellipsoidally shaped reflector member. A mirror member, disposed in advance of a second optical focal point associated with the reflector member, receives light output from the light source and is constructed so as to divide the light output into at least first and second beam portions. The mirror member is further effective so as to separate the first and second beam portions by at least 90 degrees relative to one another. Corresponding at least first and second optical transmission members are receptive of the first and second beam portions and are effective for communicating the light output to locations remote from the light source. In one embodiment, the mirror member is V-shaped and is constructed of first and second mirror segments joined together so as to form an angle of less than about 85 degrees therebetween.

Abstract: A jacket is provided which comprises (a) a fabric shell, (b) an electroluminescent film strip, (c) a battery and (d) an inverter. The shell comprises (i) a body section and (ii) a pair of sleeves. The body section includes (A) an internal pocket for carrying the battery and inverter, and (B) a retainer comprising a pair of retaining flaps which releasably retain the film strip. The releasable retention of the film by the flaps allows for the appearance of the film as an integral portion of the jacket and further allows for convenient separation of the film from the jacket for washing and drying of the jacket. The film may be easily repositioned under the flaps for retention by the shell. The jacket is useful for enhancing the visibility of the wearer to others at night, such as during night walking or running.

Abstract: A modular cove lighting system is formed of low voltage, cold cathode light fixtures connected together in parallel. The modular system is capable of providing uniform illumination along its length. The modular system advantageously includes a plurality of straight lamps and at least one curved lamp. Through special matching of ballasts and appropriate lamps, the lamps will dim evenly with each other, regardless of the lengths and shapes of the lamps. A shield is provided for covering bright spots. Multicolor systems formed of one or more light fixtures are also disclosed. A recessed light fixture is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device for backlighting a plastic panel associated with a control knob and carrying indicia thereon for illumination by an electroluminescent panel under the plastic panel containing the indicia with the electronic circuitry for illuminating the electroluminescent panel being contained within the hollow control knob. A light-responsive device may be used to maintain the circuit in the OFF position until the ambient light intensity fails below a predetermined level.

Abstract: A multifunctional recessed lighting fixture which offers a unique combination of modular parts and unit components which can be assembled in a plurality of possible variations resulting in distinctive appearance of the variants assembled, yet maintaining an appearance of continuity among the recessed lights.

Abstract: A handle system for dental operatory lights of the type in which a light head is mounted to be moved in space and oriented in direction to focus and direct light through a lens includes a pair of mounting posts carried at opposite sides of the light, the posts being approximately mirror image duplicates of each other, and a pair of approximately identical interchangeable symmetrical handle members. Each handle member includes a mounting head portion and a grip portion. The mounting head has a transverse channel extending between its opposite sides, having a cross-sectional configuration adapted to register with either of the posts. The opposite sides of the mounting head are configured as a hilt. The grip is held at a canted orientation with respect to the lens. The mounting heads and posts carry intercooperable latching structure.

Abstract: A system for illuminating an area in front of a lawnmower. The inventive device includes a generator coupled to an engine of the mower for generating electrical power. An illumination assembly is secured to an engine of the mower. A control switch is mounted to the handle of the mower for operation by an individual to effect energization of the illumination assembly to permit mowing during poor ambient light conditions.

Abstract: An vehicular lighting unit in which a connector is prevented from being dislodged and disconnected from a light bulb due to vibration of the connector during operation of the vehicle, and the connector is prevented from short-circuiting and touching the lit bulb that has been heated to high temperatures. The lighting unit includes a lamp housing, a lens covering the front opening of the lamp housing, a reflector placed in the lamp space formed with the lamp housing and the lens, and a bulb detachably fitted to the reflector, wherein an opening for use in replacing the bulb is formed on the rear side of the lamp housing, a detachable cover member is provided for the opening, a power supply cord is passed through the cover member, and a connector for coupling the power supply cord and the connecting cord connected to the bulb is fitted into the recessed portion provided inside the cover member and fixedly supported thereby.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vehicle roof top lamp in the form of an automotive vehicle roof spoiler wherein one or more lights are encapsulated within the body of a translucent aerodynamic housing. The preferred embodiment includes a housing having a base portion and a cover portion which are mated to conceal one or more lamps therein such that upon activation of the lamp means the spoiler becomes illuminated.

Abstract: This invention relates to a base structure for a three-section type third braking light which can be converted into a triangular failure warning light. The base structure having a base seat and a supporting seat can be mounted inside the rear windscreen glass of an automobile, and the base seat is provided with pivot axes for the adjustment of the mounting angle of the third braking light supported by the supporting seat. The supporting seat is provided with several engaging projections or Velcro tapes for being conveniently positioning the third braking light which can be converted into a triangular failure warning light when needed if an automobile is in failure.