Abstract: A trigger assembly suspends a trigger for rotation about both a first axis transverse to a longitudinal axis of a firearm barrel and a second axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the firearm barrel. A support frame is mounted to a firearm frame and pivotable with respect to the firearm frame and the first axis. A support member is mounted to the support frame for movement therewith and has a support-member axis parallel to the longitudinal axis. A trigger-bar actuator extends from the support frame and is fixed thereto. A trigger arm is mounted to the support member and is pivotable with respect to the support member about the support-member axis. The trigger arm extends away from the support member at least in a direction perpendicular to the support-member axis and the transverse axis. The trigger is supported on the trigger arm for movement with the trigger arm.

Abstract: A laser projection insert includes a retainer and a laser module positioned in the retainer. An activation cap includes a printed circuit board and a photo transistor disposed on the printed circuit board. The photo transistor is configured to receive an optical signal from a simulative training firearm. The activation cap is configured to control the laser module to emit light. A power source is disposed between the activation cap and the laser module. A first part of the power source is positioned on the activation cap and a second part of the power source is positioned on the laser module.

Abstract: A slide for an automatic pistol includes a cavity, a housing in the cavity, a laser module at least partially received in the housing, a power source, circuitry, and a striker. The slide has a first mode in which it emits laser light and a second mode in which it does not emit laser light. The striker has a first position in which it does not cause the laser module to emit laser light. When the pistol's trigger is pulled, the pistol's firing pin contacts the striker and moves the striker backwards from the first position to a biased position. When the firing pin moves out of contact with the striker, the striker moves forward to a second position and causes the circuitry to transmit power from the power source to the laser module, which causes the laser module to emit laser light.

Abstract: An apparatus for generating light-based special effects viewable in daylight. The apparatus includes a barrel with opaque sidewalls defining an interior space accessible via a muzzle. The apparatus includes a light element positionable within the interior space and further includes a light positioning assembly. The apparatus includes a trigger element operable to receive user input to initiate operations of the light element and the light positioning assembly. A controller is provided that responds to the user input to operate the light positioning assembly to first move the light element out of the interior space through the muzzle and to second retract the light element back into the interior space. The controller concurrently operates the light element to generate the light when the light element is moved out of the interior space and to terminate the generating of the light when the light element is retracted back into the interior space.

Abstract: A shock activated laser module for simulated shooting transmits a brief laser beam to mark a point of impact. The module includes a housing, an electro-optical member, a stored energy member and a retaining cap securing the electro-optical member and stored energy member in the housing. The laser module housing is selectively attached in combination to any one of a simulated firearm barrel, a simulated firearm gas reservoir, or to an actual firearm for dry-firing practice.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for controlling light emission of an ink cartridge, a control unit, a circuit board, an ink cartridge and an imaging device, to decrease misjudgment rate of the imaging device. The control method includes: receiving and identifying a light emitting control instruction from the imaging device main body; starting a light-on delay timing when identifying the light emitting control instruction is a light-on instruction; controlling the light emitting unit of the ink cartridge to stop emitting light when identifying the light emitting control instruction is a light-off instruction; controlling the light emitting unit to emit light when detecting a timing value of the light-on delay timing reaches a delay threshold value. The present invention avoids misjudgment problem of unable to pass position detection due to light amount inconsistent caused by manufacturing errors of the light emitting unit, when setting a light-on delay timing.

Abstract: A laser jammer configured for being a part of a countermeasure system. The system comprises a stage having an axis of rotation and laser source mounted on the stage. The laser source is configured for emitting a laser beam having an optical axis perpendicular to the axis of rotation. The laser has a first spread in a first plane parallel to the rotation axis of the stage and including the optical axis, and a second spread in a second plane perpendicular to the first plane and including the optical axis. The first spread is greater than the second spread.

Abstract: A firearm training apparatus and method provides simulated weapon realism that places higher priority to shot placement by using a culminated laser beam with specific target areas to achieve marksmanship accuracy. Trainee shooters can visually observe hits by an LED in the target area and hear an alarm sound when another trainee is hit. Stress and reaction to stress is achieved through the use of a TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) units in vests worn by the trainees. Greater realism is achieved by eliminating special safety equipment required with projectile systems, and focus on weapon accuracy and firing characteristics.

Abstract: Various lighting devices and related methods are provided. In one example, a lighting device includes a main member including a central axis. The lighting device also includes a bezel surrounding at least a portion of the main member and adapted to be concentrically rotated about the central axis. The lighting device also includes a lens asymmetrically disposed in the bezel and adapted to rotate with the bezel. The lens includes a light inlet offset from the central axis. The lighting device also includes a plurality of light sources fixed relative to the main member. Rotation of the bezel relative to the main member causes the light inlet to rotate through an arc about the central axis to selectively align different ones of the light sources with the light inlet.

Abstract: An optical device for incapacitating individuals exposed to generated light. It has a housing with a head portion and window opening, a reflector with a focus facing the window opening, a power source, an electric lamp mounted at the reflector's focus. It emits a high intensity incoherent light beam of between 380-780 nm. It has a switching and isolation circuit connected to a pulse mode power conversion and a first control circuit to the electric lamp, and connected in parallel to a steady state mode power conversion and a second control circuit to the electric lamp. Both the pulse mode power conversion and control circuits are connected in common to the power source. The circuits apply pulses of power to the electric lamp temporarily increasing the total luminous flux to incapacitate one of more targeted individuals within a duration of less than 2 seconds.

Abstract: Herein featured is a Night Light which can be held by a user that displays three dimensional projected images. The Night Light also equipped with an additional 3-D lens attachment allows the user added viewing fun of the projected images. The all light calm mode feature allows the user to illuminate the Night Light in the event that a user needs illumination quickly or as a stand alone Night Light.

Abstract: A police baton or nightstick includes a flashlight, firing mechanism and storage compartment for bullets and plastic restraints that can be used to restrain an individual. The baton which includes an elongated hollow body with first and second ends and a handgrip at a first of the ends and a hard weighted portion at the second end for striking an individual in self-defense or to subdue an unruly individual. The firing mechanism is included at the first end of the baton while compartments for storing one or more plastic restraints as well as bullets are stored underneath a barrel of the firing mechanism.

Abstract: A light assembly is provided. The light assembly has a housing having a first end segment carrying an activation mechanism, a second end segment, and a light emitting segment connecting the first and second end segments. A light source is provided in communication with an activation device and arranged to illuminate the light emitting segment. An attachment assembly is arranged for attachment of the light assembly to a carrying device. The attachment assembly is formed by a first receptor and a second receptor, the first and second receptors adapted to receive an attachment device. The attachment assembly may also be formed by a first magnet arranged to attract to the carrying device and a second magnet arranged to attract to the carrying device.

Abstract: A long range, high intensity spotlight for human incapacitation and control that uses an incoherent collimated constant light source of sufficient intensity and focus to cause temporary incapacitation of a person for a period of time when illuminated by the beam without causing permanent physical harm. The high intensity spotlight comprises a head portion at one end having a window opening and a handle portion connected to the head portion and containing electronic circuitry and thermal air management for controlling operating temperature of the lamp. A paraboloid reflector is mounted in the head portion to face the window opening, and a high intensity electric arc Xenon lamp is adjustably mounted within the reflector so that the electrode gap is located as close as possible to the focus of the reflector. An adjustable mounting base allows the position of the reflector to be adjusted until the optimum focus is reached. A properly positioned cathode wire feed optimizes the lamp performance.

Abstract: A weapon accessory integrates multiple illumination sources and a mechanism for dispensing a chemical irritant within a single housing for attachment as a fore grip to a firearm. The weapon accessory has selectable microprocessor-controlled multi-modes of operation for providing illumination, sighting or target debilitation. Switches on the outside of the housing enable user setting and control of the multiple modes of operation, which include one or a combination of (i) activating high intensity light emitting diodes (LEDs) to illuminate an object or human subject with either visible or infrared light, (ii) activating a visible or infrared laser for sighting a target, (iii) activating a frequency modulation mode that alternates pulsing white and blue LEDs at three superimposed frequencies to temporarily disable, distract and degrade the vision of a human subject, and (iv) activating the chemical irritant dispenser.

Abstract: A weapon accessory integrates multiple illumination sources and a mechanism for dispensing a chemical irritant within a single housing for attachment as a fore grip to a firearm. The weapon accessory has selectable microprocessor-controlled multi-modes of operation for providing illumination, sighting or target debilitation. Switches on the outside of the housing enable user setting and control of the multiple modes of operation, which include one or a combination of (i) activating high intensity light emitting diodes (LEDs) to illuminate an object or human subject with either visible or infrared light, (ii) activating a visible or infrared laser for sighting a target, (iii) activating a frequency modulation mode that alternates pulsing white and blue LEDs at three superimposed frequencies to temporarily disable, distract and degrade the vision of a human subject, and (iv) activating the chemical irritant dispenser.

Abstract: A light comprises a light body for supporting an illumination light source and for receiving a battery, a first light source disposed in the light body for selectively providing illumination; a cover for receiving an optional second light source; a switch for selectively energizing the first light source, the optional second light source, or both; and a circuit structure for receiving electrical potential and providing electrical connections among the first light source, the optional second light source, the switch, and the terminals. The circuit structure may include portions in different planes, and may include a separable connector whereby the optional second light source may be removable.

Abstract: A wireless remote-controlled searchlight adapted to manual remotely control and wireless remotely control comprises a hand-held manipulator having a hand controlled circuit to manual remotely control the searchlight while a four-way directional control switches and an on/off switch being selectively pressed by hand, a RF receiver particularly installed inside to receive controlled RF signals transmitted from a separated potable wireless transmitter, and a MCU adapted to control a relay actuated circuit and a motor actuated circuit by according to the input corresponding received RF signals from the RF receiver to execute wireless remotely control the searchlight; and the hand-held manipulator is assembled on the position outside and away from the searchlight to get an advantage of being easy to wireless remotely control with great precision.

Abstract: A light gun includes a trigger unit; a grip coupled to the trigger apparatus; and a barrel unit coupled with the trigger apparatus. The trigger unit has a trigger and a hammer, and the barrel unit includes a light emitting unit which emits a light bullet in response to generation of an impact by the hammer when a trigger operation is carried out by pulling the trigger.

Abstract: A trigger apparatus of a light gun includes a main body, first to third rotation axes, a hammer receiving portion, and first to fourth lever portion. The first to third rotation axes are provided for the main body, a hammer receiving portion is provided in an upper portion of the main body. The first lever portion extends from the main body. The second lever portion is rotatably supported by the first rotation axis. The third lever portion is rotatably supported by the second rotation axis. The fourth lever portion is rotatably supported by the third rotation axis.

Abstract: A tactical light particularly adapted for use by duly authorized armed civilians, police officers and military personnel. The tactical light incorporates structure that facilitates a two hand full combat grip on a weapon, such as a pistol or revolver, while using the tactical light.

Abstract: A tactical light particularly adapted for use by duly authorized armed civilians, police officers and military personnel. The tactical light incorporates structure that facilitates a two hand full combat grip on a weapon, such as a pistol or revolver, while using the tactical light.

Abstract: An optical system has an extended boresight source including a boresight light source that produces a light beam, a condenser lens that receives the light beam from the boresight light source, a spatial light integrator that receives the light beam from the condenser and mixes the light beam to reduce its spatial inhomogeneities, a constriction through which the light beam from the spatial light integrator is directed, and a collimator that receives the light beam which passes through the constriction and outputs a boresight light beam. The boresight light beam is typically provided to a sensor imager that uses the boresight light beam to establish its centroid.

Abstract: An optical cartridge adapted to be used in a weapon for emission of a light signal when the weapon is fired, which cartridge includes at least one battery; a light source adapted to be energized by said battery(ies) so that a visible or an invisible light beam will be emitted; a lens system; a firing switch adapted to be operated by a trigger acting on the weapon; and control circuits which represent the required interface between the battery(ies) and the light source. The cartridge in addition includes a loading switch adapted to energize the light source to emit an alignment light beam as long as the weapon is loaded with the cartridge. The main advantage of the invention is that the shooter will obtain detailed feedback relating to the quality of the aiming process.

Abstract: This invention provides a fixed or portable non-lethal laser security device and method for use of such device as a non-damaging weapon and security system to provides warning and visual impairment upon an intruder. At a predetermined laser wavelength and intensity, this invention utilizes laser light in the visible portion of the wavelength spectrum to create temporary visual impairment, hesitation, delay, distraction, and reductions in combat and functional effectiveness through the effects of glare, flashblind, and psychological impact. The preferred embodiment of the laser security device in the present invention involves the use of laser technology with a remotely operated security system.

Abstract: A hand-held multiple-shot flash generator is presented for temporarily blinding an assailant at a distance. The light is generated by a plurality of ultra high intensity flash bulbs containing a fast-burning substance such as magnesium sealed in pressurized pure oxygen that is triggered by an electric current. A portion of the glass bulbs is coated with a reflective surface to concentrate and project the light flash in a forward direction. The intensity of the flash striking the eyes is sufficiently strong to cause temporary blindness, thereby rendering the assailant mobile. The flash bulbs are mounted in a cylindrical housing containing a battery and a bulb firing and ejection system designed to give repetitive operation.

Abstract: A sighting device positionable in the end of the bore of a shotgun which emits a beam of light which simulates a shot pattern. The device has a tubular body which is held in the bore by a biasing spring. The body includes a light source, preferably a laser diode, which emits a beam. The beam may be focused at an adjustable lens and may be adjusted so the beam of light is aligned with the axis of the bore. An actuating switch may be secured to a finger of the user or to the shotgun.

Abstract: A method for avoiding damage to the eyes when using high-power lasers in the eye-transmissible spectral region is provided. By adding a laser or a radiation in the visible spectral region, the intensity of the radiation is increased as a function of time in the shape of a ramp from zero to higher values which lead to a conscious or reflex-type closing of the eyelids This therefore prevents the eyes from being damaged by the subsequent high-power laser beam.

Abstract: A battery-operated hand-held multiflash light generator is provided for temporarily blinding an assailant at a distance. The light generator comprises a plurality of high energy storage capacitors, charged by a battery-operated high voltage power supply, and a high intensity flashtube. A high current electronic switch discharges each capacitor through the flashtube thereby generating an intense flash of light. The flash is focused by a reflector to form a concentrated beamed light flash which is aimed at an assailant's head. The intensity of the light flash is sufficiently strong to cause temporary blindness, thereby rendering the assailant immobile. By using discharge capacitors with very high energy storage, and a high intensity flashtube, and a focusing reflector, it is possible to project a light flash several orders of magnitude brighter than the sun. A manual/automatic system is also provided for controlling the brightness.

Abstract: An inspection device for evaluating the inside surface of a barrel of a firearm is disclosed. The inspection device comprises a casing, a lightbulb and battery contained within the casing, and a light diffusion assembly. The light diffusion assembly includes an annular portion connected to one end of the casing through which light may pass, and an opaque cap portion connected to the annular portion through which light may not pass. When the inspection device is introduced into the chamber of a firearm into which ammunition is normally loaded, the lightbulb begins to burn. Light is directed by the lightbulb substantially through the annular portion of the light diffusion assembly to fall radially on the interior surface of the barrel. Visual inspection of the barrel is thereby facilitated without temporarily blinding the eyes of an observer. Also disclosed is a method using this inspection device for inspecting the barrel for residue or defects.

Abstract: A long or short firearm wherein an essential part for the firing of ammunition can be disconnected from the housing to be replaced with an attachment which carries a laser. The laser is operated to emit a beam of radiation against a selected target in response to depression of the trigger which is carried by the housing. A circuit is provided to determine the duration of emission of radiation in response to depression of the trigger. The energy source or sources for the laser can be confined in the magazine of the housing and/or in the attachment. A sight on the attachment assumes the same position with reference to the housing as a sight of the detachable essential part when the attachment is connected to the housing in lieu of the essential part. The essential part can include the barrel and the firing chamber of a short firearm or the bolt action of a long firearm.

Abstract: A hand-held pulsed-light generator is presented for temporarily blinding and assailant at a distance. The light generator comprises a high energy storage capacitor, charged by high voltage power supply, and a high intensity flashtube. A high current electronic switch discharges the capacitor through the flashtube thereby generating an intense flash of light. The flash is focused by a reflector to form a concentrated beam pulse which is aimed at an assailant's head. The intensity of the pulsed-light beam striking the eyes is sufficiently strong to cause temporary blindness, thereby rendering the assailant immobile. By using a discharge capacitor with very high energy storage, and an ultra high intensity flashtube, and a focusing reflector for concentrating the light, it is possible to project a light flash that is several orders of magnitude brighter than the sun.

Abstract: Marksmanship training apparatus is used with air guns or weapons firing blank cartridges and comprises a housing member with an attached muzzle alignment tube for insertion into the bore of the barrel of the weapon and includes sealing apparatus around the muzzle alignment tube to minimize leakage of gas between the bore and the muzzle alignment tube and to prevent the gas from pushing the muzzle alignment tube out of the bore. The housing member includes a switch which is activated by the gas to complete an electrical circuit positioned in the housing to cause light energy to be emitted from the housing member.

Abstract: A detachable multi-purpose self-defending device and in particular to one mainly composed of a grip and a barrel, the grip being provided with a high voltage oscillating circuit for supplying a high voltage to the electrodes mounted at the front end of the barrel so as to be able to make the wicked faint temporarily, a pizo siren for sending out warning signal to arouse the other's attention to arrest the wicked, a flashlight for giving light in the dark, and a strobe light for emitting rapid, brief and brilliant flashes of light to cause the weaked to lose consciousness momentarily. Moreover, the grip may be connected to a leaf-spring switch which is inserted between the door and the frame so that when the door is opened, the spring leaves thereof will separate from each other hence actuating the pizo siren.

Abstract: Apparatus for the simulated shooting of small arms comprises a miniaturized electrical energy source for a radiation emitter which is capable of being accommodated within a dummy cartridge or within the gun barrel. The source can be a capacitor slidably located within the dummy cartridge and which co-operates with a barrel unit housing a switch section, an electronics section, and a pulsed infra-red emitter. On firing the gun the capacitor is propelled forwards by the firing pin of the gun until a probe-like switch portion on the capacitor contacts a corresponding switch portion on the barrel unit so actuating the emitter to give a series of timed pulses which pass through a lens system.

Abstract: A flashlight for bore sighting a long barreled shotgun or rifle including a cartridge case with an ejector rim and a primer opening in the base, and a sidewall defining an open front end; a battery and a light bulb within the case; a switch pin slidable in the primer opening to complete the circuit for illuminating the bulb, a spring normally urging the switch pin outwardly and a metallic bulb holder adjacent the front of the case; in a shotshell case, the bulb holder having a frame shank extending along the battery and to the base thereof, the shank having an apertured flange at the base of the battery, spaced from the battery by an insulator and the hole in the flange aligned with the switch pin.

Abstract: A conventional firearm having a barrel and a removable marksmanship training device which permits target practice without requiring live ammunition. In a preferred embodiment, the device includes a radiant energy emitting (e.g. strobe light) replacement unit for a cartridge cylinder of a revolver and an elongated lens tube adapted to be received within the barrel. The lens tube is structured for locking registry with the cylinder such that the radiant energy output from the cylinder replacement unit is transmittable through the lens tube as a narrow beam. The lens tube is also equipped with dual set screws which permit selective vertical and horizontal adjustment of the beam.

Abstract: An optical apparatus adapted for insertion into the open end of a hand-gun barrel. A piezoelectric crystal produces an output signal in response to the hammer impact to cause an LED to be intermittently operated by an oscillator powered by batteries and produce pulses of light which are directed by a lens onto a target. The oscillator is also coupled to a counter which is reset by the crystal output and which disables a gate between oscillator and LED upon a first count and enables a gate connecting the counter reset to the crystal upon a second count.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved construction for a gun barrel bore illuminator, which provides non-glare illumination for the interior of a gun barrel bore. The non-glare illumination facilitates visual inspection of the bore, allowing the inspector to look directly into the muzzle of the gun barrel. The illuminator includes an electric light bulb socket, adapted to be positioned in the breech end of the gun barrel. A light bulb is mounted in the electric light bulb socket to provide a light source. An electric power source is connected to the light bulb to cause the light bulb to emit light. A switch is interposed between the power source and the light bulb to control the electric power to the light bulb. A translucent light diffuser encloses the light bulb to diffuse the light from said light bulb along the bore to provide non-glare illumination of the bore.

Abstract: An integrated attaching and aligning apparatus for mounting a laser shot simulator or the like in gun barrels of different calibers with a barrel member of two coaxial sections which slides into the gun barrel. A first resilient ring is removably mounted about the first section at one end for engaging and centering the barrel member in the gun barrel. A second resilient ring is removably mounted on an inside barrel between the two sections at the other end of the barrel member so that axial force applied to the second ring by the second section deforms the second ring against the gun barrel to center the barrel member in the other end. A laser source receiver and lens are adjustably mounted within the barrel member.