Abstract: A hand-carried traffic control light having signaling and flashing functions is disclosed. The above light has a cylindrical handle receiving batteries and a switch cap with a multistage switch. A longitudinal LED carrier that is formed of a PCB and has a plurality of openings is electrically coupled to the switch cap. A plurality of LEDs are mounted to the openings of the LED carrier respectively to be selectively applied with electric power of the batteries in accordance with a switching motion of the switch. A reflector and a flashing bulb are held on the holding protrusion of the LED carrier. The bulb is selectively applied with electric power of the batteries in accordance with the switching motion of the switch. A color reflecting tube surrounds the LED carrier. An external tube surrounds the color reflecting tube. A transparent cap is fitted over a top of the external tube to protect both the reflector and the bulb.

Abstract: A light containing umbrella apparatus includes a handle assembly and a canopy assembly connected to the handle assembly. An electrical power supply is supported by the handle assembly. An outside illumination source is supported by the handle assembly and is located outside the canopy assembly. The outside illumination source is powered by the electrical power supply. An underside illumination source is supported by the canopy assembly and is located on an underside portion of the canopy assembly. The underside illumination source is also powered by the electrical power supply. An illumination selector switch assembly is supported by the handle assembly and selectively connects the electrical power supply to the outside illumination source and the underside illumination source. The handle assembly includes a plurality of telescopic handle members. The canopy assembly includes a flexible canopy fabric supported by a collapsible frame assembly. The electrical power supply includes a plurality of batteries.

Abstract: An illuminated hockey stick having a plurality of LED's coupled along each side of the shaft of the hockey stick which enables a method for playing the game of street hockey outdoors at night or in dimly lit conditions. Other equipment used to play the game includes an illuminated hockey puck and goal posts with small lights or diodes to improve visibility.

Abstract: A flashlight wand attachment including a wand member having a truncated generally conical portion and an opposing member. The attachment also includes threads for fastening the wand member to the opposing member when the wand member is disposed at one end of a wide portion or lamp housing of a handle member or flashlight, and the opposing member is disposed at an opposite end of the wide portion or lamp housing. Fastening the wand member to the opposing member in this way operably connects the wand attachment to the handle member. The present invention also includes a method of attaching a wand attachment to a flashlight.

Abstract: A stick includes a power source battery; an illuminating light source for illuminating an area close to the feet of a user; a warning light source for giving attention to a third person; a wide angle lens serving as a cover disposed on the front surface of each of the light sources; and a control circuit for supplying a drive signal to each light source by switching thereby opening/closing a feed line from the power source battery. The stick may further include an alarm activated on the basis of the above drive signal. With this stick, it becomes possible to make easy the walking in day or night, to avoid a danger and accident, and to rapidly and positively generate an alarm in the worst case where there happens a danger or accident.

Abstract: A battery operated lighting apparatus is provided particularly well suited for use in outdoor structures such as patio table umbrellas, dining canopies and tents. A housing containing a battery operated power source and an on/off switch is electrically connected to a lighting device for providing illumination to an outdoor structure. The present invention enables attachment of the housing to a support pole and attaching the lighting device to a member of an outdoor structure whereby battery powered illumination can be provided thereto.

Abstract: A multipurpose cane which includes a hollow handle, and a retractable walking-stick fixedly secured to the hollow handle fixe, wherein the hollow handle defines a storage chamber for keeping personal accessories, and holds a lamp and battery assembly controlled by a switch to produce light for illumination and/or warning.

Abstract: A flashlight is disclosed having a tube with an extension, a grip wrapped about its exterior, and a light in one end of the tube including a reflector with a bulb inside, and a switch connected to the bulb and to a battery, the tube also containing an alarm being a buzzer and a switch connecting the buzzer to the battery.

Abstract: A personal safety alarm device, including a main housing, and a light source maintained within the housing. An audio alarm speaker is located on an outside surface of the housing, along with a pair of high voltage electrodes located on the top surface of the main housing. In addition, the device features a timekeeping device including a DC powered oscillator, memory unit, and associated display device therewith. There is a high voltage generating circuit within the housing which is coupled to the electrodes. Finally, an alarm triggering circuit has an alarm switch which, when activated, causes both the light source to flash intermittently and the audio alarm speaker to sound intermittently. The high voltage generating circuit produces, at the pair of high voltage electrodes, a voltage capable of delivering a stunning electric shock to an assailant.

Abstract: A method and device for managing akinetic episodes of "freezing" and "start hesitation" experienced by individuals who suffer from Parkinson's disease and related disorders of the extrapyramidal nervous system projects a beam of light to facilitate mobility. The projection device, used alone or adapted to an assistive support such as a cane or walker, or to an item of clothing, projects a thin beam or discrete pattern of light using a laser, flash or other high-intensity light source to provide a luminous mark in the path of a standing individual. The mark is flashed at will by push-button control, and provides a visual cue to the operator encouraging him or her to step up and over the projected image. This cue breaks the freeze and permits the user to resume motion. Preferably a timer extinguishes the light after a brief interval. Circuitry may blink the light during the projection interval to enhance its efficacy.

Abstract: A hand-held personal defense apparatus for protecting a user against an attacker includes a hollow housing defining an elongate handgrip. An aerosol canister of a defense fluid, such as tear gas, MACE.RTM. or (cayenne) pepper gas, and a battery-powered siren are positioned within the housing. The apparatus further includes a strike bar connected to the housing and extending forwardly in spaced relation from the handgrip so that the hand of the user may surroundingly grip the handgrip with the strike bar exposed on the outside of the hand. The strike bar serves as a visible deterrent to an attacker may be used as a defensive weapon against the attacker. The apparatus further includes a movable actuator button for selectively activating the alarm or the alarm and the canister of defense fluid.

Abstract: A non-lethal, graded method for deterring an assailant by using a hand-held self-defense device which includes an electrical storage battery which acts as a power source, a lamp which emits a directed beam of high-intensity white light, a lamp which emits high-intensity diffuse blue light, a siren, and a source of pressurized chemical repellent. First, an intense beam of white light is directed at the eyes of the assailant; then intermittent high-intensity diffuse blue light and high-intensity sound are simultaneously emitted. If these operations prove inadequate to deter the attack, a spray of chemical repellent is discharged at the eyes of the assailant, using the beam of white light as a guide.

Abstract: Lighted nunchakus with a light source contained within a transparent nunchaku. The light source can be a light bulb with a power source or a chemically activated light. In addition, foam rubber nunchakus and foam rubber coated nunchakus are disclosed.

Abstract: A golf swing training device configured to be removably attached to the handle of a standard golf club. The training device includes a light source that generates a parallel light beam, such as a laser beam, which enables a golfer using this device to visually monitor the position of the club with accuracy throughout the golf swing. The light source is enclosed within a pair of housings that are threadably coupled, such that the light source is activated by rotating one of the housings relative to the other. The method of activation employs an elasteromic member that permits current flow from a battery to the light source upon the elastomeric member being sufficiently compressed in order to achieve electrical contact between one of the battery's contacts and the housing in which the elastomeric member is contained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an umbrella with alarming and lighting functions wherein bulbs or light emitting diodes (LEDs) are installed on the top end of the shaft and on the tips of each of the ribs and powered via electrical leads from battery cells installed in the handle. The leads are installed inside the shaft and respective ribs. For ribs made of fiber glass or carbon fiber, copper wires are embedded during continuous forming process and contacts are provided on the pivotally connected nest whereby, electrical energy can be delivered to the bulbs or LEDs on the tips of each of the ribs to provide a visual warning alarm.

Abstract: An illuminated umbrella includes a shank with upper and lower end portions, a plurality of ribs connected pivotably to the upper end portion of the shank at one end thereof, a slidable ring member sleeved on the shank, and a plurality of spreaders which are connected pivotally to a periphery of the ring member at one end and which are connected pivotally and respectively to the ribs at the other end. A hollow telescopic tube is made of a material that permits passage of light therethrough. The hollow telescopic tube is sleeved on the shank and has a first end portion secured to the slidable ring member and a second end portion connected securely to the lower end portion of the shank. A light generating unit is mounted on the lower end portion of the shank and is activable so as to emit and project light into the hollow telescopic tube via the second end portion of the tube.

Abstract: A personal protective device especially suited for repelling a dog from attacking a pedestrian. The device comprises a tubular holder and an expansible guard stored inside the holder. A spring urges the guard from the holder, into the expanded state. A control button releases the guard to deploy on demand. When deployed, the guard opens into a generally conical configuration, which the user maneuvers over the snout of the animal. The protective device discourages the animal by intimidation, and does not injure the animal. The device further includes a flashlight, key storage, an audible alarm, and a holding ring.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a new and improved walking device with an associated light assembly. The walking implement has a first end, a second end and an intermediate extent therebetween. A cylindrical light assembly housing is included which has an upper extent, a lower extent, an outer surface, an inner surface, a closed rearward end, an open forward end. A male thread element extends about the open forward end of the assembly. An aperture is formed through the upper extent of the light assembly. A cylindrical lens cap is included which has a forward end and a rearward end. A circular transparent lens is positioned within the forward end of the cylindrical lens cap. A female thread element extends about the rearward end of the cylindrical lens cap. The female thread element is adapted to be engaged with the male thread element of the cylindrical light assembly housing.

Abstract: An umbrella having a light source mounted inside the umbrella handle and controlled by a slide switch to give off light through a refractor around the umbrella shaft, wherein the umbrella shaft is a transparent, solid, polygonal rod having a refracting area for refracting the light of the light source toward the ribs and umbrella cover of the umbrella.

Abstract: A light for illuminating structure around a post. The inventive device includes a main body having a cylindrical lens extending therearound. A lower post coupler is mounted to a first end of the main body and can be coupled to a weighted base of a table umbrella. An upper post coupler is mounted to a second end of the main body and can receive a post of a table umbrella. A light bulb is mounted within the main body to effect lighting of structure around the umbrella post, such as a table or the like.

Abstract: A light twirler wand including a central portion held in the hand and furthermore containing batteries, motors, switches and an electrical power transfer device; and a series of rotating lighted arms at one or both ends of the central portion. Lights affixed to the arms may be positioned at the tips or a plurality of lights may be dispersed throughout the arm to produce a desirable lighting effect.

Abstract: A security device comprises a handle extending from an adjustable collar with the latter designed to contiguously encircle a club, flashlight or other security baton-type device. A chemical canister is releasably embedded within the handle with the latter presenting a seat for the user's thumb. The user, upon grasping the handle, positions the thumb in the seat and adjacent the activating mechanism of the canister. The device allows for transport and/or use of a club-like object and chemical canister embedded therein.

Abstract: A signal light comprising an elongate translucent tubular member formed of a light plastic material having a light source disposed therein for emitting illumination therefrom and providing guidance and orientation to aircraft and the like. A battery and a light bulb comprising a light source are housed entirely within the tubular member. A flush mounted switch is recessed entirely within a predetermined end of the tubular member to control an electrical connection between the battery and the light source. The signal light has a smooth continuous outer surface to provide structural rigidity and enable its use for visual signalling during both daytime and nighttime.

Abstract: A flashlight wand attachment including a wand member having a truncated generally conical portion and an opposing member. The attachment also includes threads for fastening the wand member to the opposing member when the wand member is disposed at one end of a wide portion or lamp housing of a handle member or flashlight, and the opposing member is disposed at an opposite end of the wide portion or lamp housing. Fastening the wand member to the opposing member in this way operably connects the wand attachment to the handle member. The present invention also includes a method of attaching a wand attachment to a flashlight.

Abstract: A stilt apparatus, the stilt apparatus including an elongated column member, a horizontal foot hold formed on the elongated column member for supporting the foot of an individual, the elongated column member including an elevation member extending downward from the horizontal foot hold, the elongated column member additionally including a graspable support member extending upward from the horizontal foot hold, and an illumination mechanism for illuminating at least one of a portion of the elongated column member and a portion of the horizontal foot hold.

Abstract: A side handle baton and flashlight assembly as well as a kit for converting a conventional flashlight into a side handle baton and flashlight assembly. A conventional flashlight having an elongated handle section adapted to hold a plurality of dry cell batteries is separated from a conventional lamp section having a bulb assembly therein. An electrical contact assembly is provided for installation in an end of the handle section. A spacer is provided to connect the handle section to the lamp section. The spacer has an elongated tubular body with a electrically conductive insert therein. The insert has a first electrical contact at one end and a second electrical contact at the other end. A pair of conductive wires extend from the first contact to the second contact. The first electrical contact in the insert is in contact with the lightbulb assembly and the second electrical contact in the insert is in contact with the contact assembly in handle section.

Abstract: A black magician's wand with white tips with a built in flash at one end and a triggering means contained therein. The method of triggering the flash is concealed. In one version of the wand, the flash is triggered by means of a push button switch. In another version of the invention, the flash is triggered by means of a mercury tilt switch within the wand. Manipulation of the wand through a horizontal plane causes the switch to activate the flash.

Abstract: The invention provides a lighted walking cane, having an elongated body portion with an upper end and an opposite lower end, the body portion having a translucent portion adjacent the lower end. The walking cane also includes a handle on the upper end, an illuminating means in the body portion to supply light through the translucent portion, and means on the cane for powering the illuminating means. A reflecting means disposed within the translucent portion opposite the illuminating means so as to project light in the preferred direction is also provided.

Abstract: A combined flashlight-baton having a stick portion and a handle orthogonal thereto. The stick portion includes a hollow cylindrical chamber having a flashlight mechanism at one end thereof. The flashlight mechanism comprises a longitudinally slit metallic cylindrical member spring-biassed to widen the diameter thereof and the slit and fitably engaged with the inner chamber wall. Electrical contacts, first and second electrical contact members, a switch and a flashlight bulb are provided for energization. The handle has an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis of the stick portion and housing the switch. The handle portion has a housing for maintaining the location of the switch for operation with the same hand of the individual holding the combined flashlight-baton. Internal contacts and electrical connections are provided in the hollowed-out cylindrical chamber and the handle, the cylindrical member being part of the electric circuitry for the light mechanism.

Abstract: The flag comprises a plurality of telescopic members. A knob member is connected to a tip of an inner end telescopic member and the knob member has a cross-section substantially equal to an outer base member. The knob is fastened to the base member when the flag is closed. A rod is pivotally connected to a base of the end member for radial movement away and toward the end member, and is connected to a side of a signalling sheet which is connected on its other side to the end member. The rod is biased away from the end member as the end member is extended from a remainder of the telescopic members and the rod returns to the end member as the end member is retracted into the remainder of the telescopic members. The rod holds at least part of the sheet taut when biassed away from the end member. The sheet is kept taut and visible when the telescopic members are extended, and the flag can be used to increase personal visibility, especially for small children crossing streets.

Abstract: A safety cane incorporates an ambient light sensitive illumination device for conserving battery power. A tipping detector is also incorporated which sounds an audible alarm after a first time delay. If the cane is not retrieved by the end of the second time delay, the cane broadcasts an initiating instruction to a telephone dialing device.

Abstract: An umbrella includes a hollow shank that is open at an upper end. A hollow lamp holder unit is provided on the upper end of the shank and has a closed upper end to which a plurality of ribs are connected, an open lower end formed with a central hole to permit the shank to extend into the lamp holder unit, and a positioning rod which extends from the upper end and into the shank. The positioning rod has a longitudinal groove formed on a periphery thereof. A slidable ring is sleeved on the shank. A plurality of spreaders are connected pivotally to a periphery of the ring member at one end and are connected pivotally and respectively to the ribs at the other end. A lighting element is mounted securely on the lower end of the lamp holder unit adjacent to the central hole. An electric cable unit is disposed inside the shank and extends through the groove in the positioning rod and into the lamp holder unit, thereby interconnecting the lighting element electrically with a power source.

Abstract: A flashing umbrella allowed to emit flashing light on rainy, dark day has a tubular handle connected to a hollow rod which is further connected to an upper tube. An upper collar is engaged at the upper periphery of the rod having a plurality of ribs pivotally extending therefrom. A plurality of LEDs each is installed at the end of a corresponding rib. The tubular handle has a circuit board and a battery installed therein for providing electrical pulses from the circuit board. A button switch is installed on the tubular handle for controlling the ON/OFF of the circuit board. A positive electrical line and a negative electrical line extend from the circuit board and elongate upward inside the rod and each having a plurality of branches each extending therefrom to electrically connect a corresponding LED, thereby transmitting the electrical pulses from the circuit board to the LEDs and enable the latter to flash.

Abstract: A toy flashlight formed in a configuration including a strobe module. The flashlight includes a handle housing and a releasably mounted transparent enclosure with the strobe module enclosed therebetween. The strobe module is provided to switch a light source between ON state and an OFF state to create a rapidly blinking light. Further, a strobing circuit is provided to control the switching mechanism of the strobe module. In this manner, the strobe module with strobing circuit can be inserted into a conventional flashlight to enhance its play value.

Abstract: The present invention provides a relatively lightweight elongated staff having a particularly well arranged strobe light and sign which provides an enhanced warning while maximizing its ease of transportability for the carrier and use.

Abstract: A combination flashlight-baton has a head assembly connected at one end of a flashlight barrel which houses a substantially parabolic reflector, a planar lens, a lamp bulb receptacle, and a lamp bulb. A battery source of power is contained within the barrel and a switch on the barrel energizes the lamp bulb. A baton assembly carried in the tail end of the flashlight barrel has telescoping tubular members movable between a retracted position substantially within the barrel and an extended position extending outwardly therefrom. The innermost tubular telescoping member has a small mass at the distal end. With the baton retracted, the combination flashlight-baton can be carried, stored, and used as a conventional flashlight. To extend the baton, the user holds the flashlight by the handle with the tail end pointing away and sharply snap the wrist forward in a slinging action and the telescoping members are extended outwardly due to centrifugal force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to luminous drumsticks. The drumsticks of the present invention permit the drummer to perform visually dramatic drumstick maneuvers and exhibitions without impeding the drummer's traditional responsibility of providing a continuum of timely rhythm to the subject music. This is achieved because the drumsticks embodying this invention comprise drumstick body elements which are configured such that the center of mass of the drumstick is at substantially the midpoint of the length of the drumstick body, and such that either end of the drumstick may function as the drum tip. The ends are also configured such that they are compatible for universal use on all types of percussion instruments. Such a construction of drumsticks permits the drummer to predictably and confidently manipulate the drumsticks for the desired visual, yet timely rhythmic affect. The present invention also contemplates a novel method of manufacturing the same.

Abstract: An umbrella that when folded functions as a conventional flashlight, and when opened functions as an umbrella with a two-way flashlight handle. The flashlight handle contains two lamps/reflectors. One is located in the side of the umbrella handle. The other is positioned in the base of the handle. The handle also serves as a battery compartment for a plurality of "AA" size batteries. The lamp/reflector at the base of said handle is intended to produce the illuminating power of a conventional flashlight. The lamp/reflector at the side of said handle is intended to provide illumination for the forward path of the umbrella user when the umbrella is fully extended. The side lamp/reflector is positioned to direct light onto the forward path of the user when the handle is held vertically. Either lamp may be activated at a time via a two-way switch, located on side of said handle, when said umbrella is either folded or fully extended.

Abstract: A ski pole according to the present invention is provided with a translucent plastic tubular body portion which is easily and quickly interchangeable. The translucent body portion has an illuminating light source disposed therein which can be "on", "off" or intermittent flashing "on" and "off". The light source is connected to a power circuitry, power source and switch all of which are of solid state construction. A steady light emitting from the translucent body illuminates the skier's surrounding area. Alternatively, an intermittent light emitting from the translucent body provides a flashing signal.

Abstract: A mountaineering stick comprises a plurality of segments, each of which can be detached and reassembled by means of eccentric structures. A lighting device of special design is affixed to the stick for lighting and warning purposes. Such stick can be easily carried by the mountain climber and is durable.

Abstract: A day-and-night stick is provided with is adapted to emit a light from a part thereof so that it can be used not only at daytime but at night. The stick is formed of a stick body and a grip section. The grip section has an electrically driven vibrator section. Battery driven light emitting section and colored lamp section are arranged in either the stick body or the grip section. The light emitting section is provided with a light source and a lens while the colored lamp section with a lamp and a lens. A battery for driving the light source and the lamp is arranged in the stick body so as to turn on and off the light source and the lamp by a switch.

Abstract: A musical baton is arranged to include an illumination source therewithin projecting into a translucent rod extending from the baton, with the translucent rod arranged to receive illumination from the handle portion of the baton structure, with the illumination projected through one of a plurality of contrastingly colored lenses to alter illumination within the baton structure during use.

Abstract: Skiing equipment is disclosed including improvements in ski boots and ski poles. The inventive ski boots include two layers of material for added warmth as well as a plurality of illuminated regions. Each illuminated region includes a lens which is elongated and which may be colored. Within each lens, an optical fiber is disposed. All of the optical fibers are exposed to light from a light source contained in each boot so that all of the lenses are illuminated when a switch is activated. The inventive ski poles have a transparent housing with a handle containing batteries and a light and with an optical fiber extending through the transparent portion to be illuminated by the light within the handle.

Abstract: A baby rattle is made up of a light-transparent shell, a light source in the interior of the shell, an impact or motion-sensing member within the shell will generate an electrical signal to activate a control circuit between the light source and a portable power source to illuminate the shell. The impact motion-sensing member is preferably a piezoelectric crystal mounted within the shell, and a fiber optic array within the shell can be used in association with a light source to create different lighted displays.

Abstract: An illuminated umbrella or parasol (1) is described, in which there are two coaxial light conductors (not shown) within the umbrella stick (2). The inner light conductor supplies light to the central region of the cover (3), to a number of further light conductors in the ribs (4) terminated by light-spreading rib caps (11), and to a lightspreading top spike (12), while the outer light conductor supplies light to the peripheral region of the cover (3). Emphasis on the illumination may be switched between the two coaxial light conductors by means of optical means (not shown) in the handle (7), controlled by a manually slideable button (36), said handle (7) also containing the requisite batteries, a light light bulb and a lens and/or a reflector (not shown), the switching e.g. being achieved by altering the position of the bulb.

Abstract: The signalling baton consists of a cylindrical tube made of unbreakable transparent material and sealingly closed at its ends by a handle and a plug. this tube contains a plurality of reflectors arranged in the form of a prism and retained between the handle and the plug.

Abstract: A non-lethal self defense weapon having an elongate baton-like housing with a centrally positioned grip. The opposite housing sections contain audible and visible alarm devices and a flashlight. A replaceable aerosol defense spray container is positioned in the housing with an actuator and nozzle positioned relative to the grip so as to aim the discharge away from the user and toward an assailant when properly grasped.

Abstract: A light marker for fishing rod comprises a main body which has a plurality of female threads in its inner periphery, a battery unit which has two cells in parallel and a plurality of male threads at the lower outer periphery of the battery unit, a light-emitting diode which has a ring-shaped upper conductor and a rod-shaped lower conductor, a cupped pusher which has a lower protrusion and an upper protrusion, and a holder which has a vertical through hole and a transverse taper hole. The battery unit is disposed in the upper center of the main body. The light-emitting diode is disposed at the front portion of the main body. The cupped pusher is disposed below the battery unit. The holder is disposed beneath the main body.

Abstract: A traffic police baton, comprising a light transmitting cylinder which has a corrugated inner wall covered with a layer of light dispersive film, a circuit board assembly fastened in said light transmitting cylinder which has a plurality of high light intensity of light emitting diodes connected together and longitudinally aligned, and a control circuit to control saidd high light intensity of light emitting diodes to flash in sequence according to predetermined setting.

Abstract: This invention relates to a type of "multi-purpose traffic director's stick", featuring the composition of a bar tube, flashlight handle, lamp element, speaker and control circuit board, to achieve multiple purposes with a single director's stick without sophisticated equipment but the functions provided by a director's stick, police club, trouble alarm lamp, flashlight and a whistle.