Abstract: An elongated manually manipulable housing contains a photocell at one end for sensing energy levels in the visible frequency spectrum causing said photocell to correspondingly change in electrical conductivity. A portable power source in the housing is coupled to the photocell to provide an electrical signal corresponding to the change in the photocell conductivity. A comparator circuit in the housing compares that signal with an adjustable reference signal to provide an output signal upon a predetermined ratio between the compared signals. A multivibrator circuit in said housing is coupled to said comparator circuit and to a vibration-generating means which produces signals preferably in the audible range, so that upon the occurrence of an output signal, a user discernible, either audible or tactile, vibratory signal is generated.

Abstract: A ready access cabinet is disclosed that is comprised of a plurality of panel sections arranged in hinged and spring-tensioned relationship to each other so that when a locking pin is removed, the front, top, bottom and side panels are "exploded" from their engaged closure position into a fully opened one so that immediate and unencumbered access to the contents of the cabinet is provided.

Abstract: A self-contained emergency signaling device is removably mounted to a carrier, such as a fireman's helmet or oxygen tank. While mounted on the carrier, a high-intensity strobe light signals the position of the carrier. When detached from the carrier, a position-fixing sound producer is automatically actuated, in addition to the strobe light.

Abstract: A device for signaling traffic on highways is disclosed herein and includes an elongated handle fixedly supporting a sign board on one end thereof. The board is provided with a central opening for mounting or placement of a flash tube or bulb so that the light rays radiating from the bulb progress outwardly from both sides of the board. A pair of parabolic reflectors are arranged in back-to-back relationship to increase the illumination of light be radiated. The bulb is carried on a snap-clip which secures a pair of reflectors together and a Fresnel lens covers both reflectors to further enhance the light radiation. The board includes a display area for carrying indicia co-related to warning of the traffic. Batteries in electrical circuits connected to the bulb, a switch and an interruption circuit are carried in the elongated handle.

Abstract: A digital compass display readily movable to different intended mounting positions and including a multidigit numerical indicator mechanically and electrically connected to an end of an electrical cable and of a small size and configuration approximating that of the cable itself.

Abstract: A hand safety flasher for use in directing traffic by construction workers, at school crossings, by police, and so forth, comprises a hand-held receptacle for containing a plurality of flashlight cells together with a double lens safety structure having a light bulb contained therein and a flasher structure between the series connected flashlight cells and the bulb for intermittently flashing said bulb when the device is switched to the "on" position. One side of the lens may be amber, the other side red, and an indicating directional arrow may also be provided.

Abstract: A reusable safety warning device. A plurality of reflective strips of flexible material are adapted to protrude outwardly from an end of an elongate cylindrical body member and droop down to form a pompon-like reflector. A battery-powered light source is disposed within the reflector to radiate light which is reflected off of the flexible strips so that the device resembles a burning incendiary flare. Means are provided for retracting the reflective strips and light source inside the elongate body for storage of the device, and the device is provided with a pair of retractable legs for supporting the reflector end of the body above a surface when in use.

Abstract: This disclosure pertains to a manually operated hand held battery powered signalling flashlight adapted with two independently operable light sources, controlled by a common selector switch adapted to independently or concurrently energize each light source, and a dual acting variable resistor controlling the intensity of the light beams produced thereby. Each light source may project a different colored light beam.

Abstract: A safety flasher to be mounted on a bicycle, or alternatively to be worn by a person. Its purpose is to increase one's visibility at night. It features a simple assembly and closing means in which a pair of screws hold major components in location and also complete the electrical circuit between the control and the signal lamp.

Abstract: A hand-held illuminated sign has a one piece frame comprising a perimetral wall and perimetral flanges extending inwardly from the wall edges. Translucent sign panels are fastened to the flanges. An elongate lighting member has a bulbous housing at one end that threadedly receives an annular cap. The frame wall has a portion defining an opening for tightly receiving the housing. The cap is threaded on the housing and tightly against the wall portion to hold the frame and lighting member in unified engagement. A strobe light, in combination with the sign illuminating light, is secured to the wall to emit intermittent, high intensity light energy to signal the presence of the sign bearer from distances greater than those at which the sign illumination is perceivable.

Abstract: A signal light, which optionally may be combined with an ashtray base, having a quick-flip switch and a light conducting rod at the top so that when a patron of a restaurant or bar wishes immediate service the switch actuator is flipped and the light comes on to signal the desirability for service. The device comprises a tubular housing in which housing there is a spring for supporting batteries and the housing is mounted on a large circular base which may serve as an ashtray. The switch comprises a lightweight wire switch actuator which has small handles on both sides protruding from the top of the battery housing and a wire loop projection on the actuator which moves between electrical contact from the side of the battery housing to the small light bulb which is mounted on a non-conductor plastic collar fitting in which there is carried a rod of "LUCITE" (trademark) or other similar material.

Abstract: An illuminated fishing tackle box which includes an opened topped base portion of generally right parallelepiped configuration, a lid hingedly connected to one side of the base portion and forming a closure for the open top of the base portion, and a light swivelly mounted on one end of the base portion on the outside thereof for selectively directing a light beam in a direction extending toward the bottom side of, or alternately, directly out from, the base portion. A second light of different color from the first-mentioned light is mounted on the opposite end of the base portion from the first-mentioned light, electrical circuitry interconnects the two lights and includes means for causing the second mentioned light to undergo an intermittent on-off status so as to present a flashing light.

Abstract: An animal collar of translucent plastic material including a plurality of electric lamps secured along a predetermined length of the collar including a battery circuit means for supplying electric energy to the lamps. A translucent leash having spaced lamps therein and terminating at one end in a battery equipped supply handle and a snap means for engaging a ring on the collar. An alternate form of collar shows a lamp source of illumination connected to a plurality of translucent tubing of various lengths, containing light transmitting optical fiberglass filaments for radiating light from the collar including a connection for a battery energy supply.