Abstract: A warning light system has one or more articulated arrays of light blocks. The arrays maybe packable and lockable for transporting. In a deployed state the arrays provide variable combinations of light signals that may alert and direct oncoming traffic. The arrays are mechanically and electrically connected to a control module which controls the light blocks to provide light signals. The arrays can be deployed in a hazardous or obstructed lane without entering an unobstructed traffic lane.

Abstract: A warning light system has one or more articulated arrays of light blocks. The arrays maybe packable and lockable for transporting. In a deployed state the arrays provide variable combinations of light signals that may alert and direct oncoming traffic. The arrays are mechanically and electrically connected to a control module which controls the light blocks to provide light signals. The arrays can be deployed in a hazardous or obstructed lane without entering an unobstructed traffic lane.

Abstract: A direct current electric fan motor according to the present invention employs a circular fan housing forming the circular fan rotor opening and a circular fan rotor recess. Curved elongate electrical coils having curved ferrous metal cores therein are received within spaced receptacles in the housing and are connected in series by conductors which are received within grooves formed by the housing. A retainer element provided with a circular locator projection is received in assembly with the housing to encapsulate the coils and conductors within the housing. A fan rotor supported within the housing has an external rim that is received within the circular recess of the housing and supports a plurality of permanent magnets which are each positioned with the same polarity thereof being exposed to the coils. Solid state motor circuitry is provided which includes a Hall sensor for commutation and a temperature controlled speed control circuit.

Abstract: A windshield mounted combination emergency light/spotlight mechanism for automotive vehicles such a police cruisers, fire trucks, ambulances, etc. includes a housing which is mounted by bonded supports to the inner surface of the windshield, preferably at the same location normally occupied by a centrally located rearview mirror. Within the housing is located a movable spotlight and a pair of flashing emergency lights which can be incandescent lights or strobe lights. Filters are also located within the housing to provide colored flashing light. The spotlight, which may be a high intensity halogen spotlight, is mounted to a pivotal support which is selectively movable by a mechanical or electrical mechanism actuated by a manually actuated control lever. The housing fits intimately with the inner surface of the windshield and prevents rearward reflection or refraction of light into the automotive vehicle.

Abstract: A direct current electrical fan motor for use in small electrical equipment such as down sized personal computers and the like incorporates a fan housing forming a circular fan opening and having a bearing support located centrally of the fan housing. A plurality of electrical coils are supported by the housing in spaced relation about the inner periphery of the fan housing. The fan housing also forms a circular internal channel at the inner peripheral portion thereof. A fan is provided centrally of the housing and is rotatably supported by the bearing. The fan incorporates a plurality of fan blades radiating from a central rotor and having a circular structural member supporting the tips of the blades against vibration. A plurality of permanent magnets are supported by the circular structural member and are movable within the internal channel of the housing upon rotation of the fan, thus moving in close proximity to the spaced coils of the housing during rotation of the fan.

Abstract: A portable multilight system is provided for traffic control, highway safety and to identify obstructions. A housing having a rechargeable power pack disposed therein includes a plurality of light blocks that are movable from a stored position within the housing to an extended position when developed to form an elongated spaced light block array. Each of the light blocks incorporates at least one Xenon tube stroke light with appropriate electrical connections and switching apparatus to permit selection of simultaneous flashing of the strobe light or serial flashing of the strobe lights from either end of the light block array. Flashing of the strobe lights can also be controlled from the standpoint of flash interval. The strobe light array can be used in many different arrangements for all types of traffic control, for identification of emergency helicopter landing sites and for identifying obstructions.