Abstract: An illuminated tool organizer is provided to illuminate tools in dark or dimly lighted areas. For this purpose, the tool organizer is arranged for receiving and securing a flashlight, or other portable light source, in a position to illuminate portions of the tool organizer. The illuminated tool organizer includes an upper rack that defines a plurality of openings to receive tools for supporting the same from the upper rack. In addition, a lower base defining a base platform from which to support tools thereon is disposed below the upper rack. To fix the upper rack in spaced relation to the lower base, a support structure is provided to extend upward from the lower base to the upper rack to fix the same at a predetermined elevation above the lower base. In order to receive and secure a flash light in either a horizontal or vertical position, a cradle is disposed adjacent the upper rack. The cradle is formed to define an opening for receiving a flashlight in an upright substantially vertical position.

Abstract: A glowing coaster composed of a base, an LED light source installed in the base, an upper assembly consisting of an absorbent pad and housing and a wall transformer power source, which when plugged into a wall receptacle, causes the LED to light and create a glowing effect to the outer surface of a portion of the base or the upper assembly allowing the device to be easily located in a darkened room.

Abstract: A drink container, such as a drinking glass, drinking cup, a vase, or a bottle, is illuminated with an LED. The power for the LED is supplied by quick-charging capacitors which are integrated in a cavity of the container together with the LED. The LED is disposed in a wedge-shaped recess which effects advantageous distribution of the light through the obliquely inclined walls. The capacitors are typically charged within a matter of seconds and they have a virtually unlimited cycle life.

Abstract: An adaptable electric accessory system comprising a receptacle having an interior compartment, an illumination apparatus, and a power source for supplying power to the apparatus. The system may be provided with an insert removably positioned in the interior compartment of the receptacle. The illumination apparatus may be mounted on the insert or container for illuminating the insert. A charging apparatus may be provided for providing power to the power source for recharging the power source and removable electric devices. The receptacle may include a flexible strap with a pair of forcible release assemblies each being connected between one of the ends of the strap and the receptacle for detecting a forcible removal of the receptacle from the person of the user. A timer mechanism may be provided for causing illumination of the illumination apparatus for a predetermined period of time upon the closing of an activating switch.

Abstract: An ornamental lighting device in which the housing decorative design may be varied by the user. The light device has an inner housing and an outer housing with an open space between them. The inner housing surrounds the light bulb and the outer housing surrounds the inner housing. The open space is completely or partially filled with light-altering objects such as, for example, multi-colored marbles. Light from the bulb passes through the marbles so as to create a multi-colored effect.

Abstract: A container includes an illuminator fastened in the container for forming a lantern carried for illumination at night time, and a cover hingedly secured to the container and openable for collecting candies, foods, miniature commodities and documents in the container through an opening between the cover and the container, thereby providing a multiple-purpose container.

Abstract: A self contained and compact, battery powered light emitting device for the illumination of the interior of a rural mailbox. This device is user actuated by the pressing of the unit's momentary switch. This modular device also contains a timer circuit and thus the light turns off automatically when the electronically predetermined time period is reached.

Abstract: A Storage compartment, in particular a glove compartment, for a motor vehicle is provided. The storage compartment includes a compartment housing which has at least two sections, which are arranged one above the other and are separated from one another by a transverse wall, and a compartment opening on the front side allowing access to the sections. For the purpose, with little technical outlay, of sufficiently illuminating the sections lying one above the other, a downwardly shining lamp is arranged in the vicinity of the compartment opening in such a manner on the upper, transversely extending housing wall and at least one reflector is arranged in such a manner on the inside of the flap that in the swung-down position of the flap light from the lamp which impinges on the reflector is reflected into the depth of at least one lower section.

Abstract: An artificial pumpkin stem apparatus that includes a stem portion with an attachment portion. There is also a mounting plate that includes a shaft-engaging portion. The shaft is connected to the attachment portion of the stem at a first end and is associated with the shaft-engaging portion of the mounting plate between the first and second ends of the shaft. A source of light may also be attached at the second end of the shaft.

Abstract: An artificial hollow carvable gourd shaped as a pumpkin, squash, or other fruit or vegetable, having an outer carvable shell, which encases fake “innards and seeds” made of edible candy, and including a prize, contained therein to provide a more realistic gourd container.

Abstract: A barbecue grill includes a light mounted on the hood of the grill to illuminate not only the grilling area, but also storage areas located below or beside the grill. One storage area can include a glass front so that food stored in this storage area can be illuminated by the light. The light can be mounted on the grill hood handle or it can be clipped directly to the hood. The light can also be part of a replaceable handle assembly for use on existing grills. The light is preferable one that will not attract insects and can be a battery powered fluorescent light or a neon light that can be also added for decoration.

Abstract: A holder for a container (of beverage, for example) having a compartment, at least partly of light transmitting material to permit light to be transmitted to and from the compartment. The housing has a central axis that is vertical when the housing is upright, and a wall that encloses the axis and forms the outer side wall of the compartment. A cover is supported on the upper edge of the side wall and overlies the compartment.

Abstract: A card holder comprising a first side and a second side joined together to form a substantially rectangular sleeve containing an open edge for receiving a planar flashlight. The first side of the sleeve contains a first pocket for receiving a card. This first pocket has an indent at the open edge to access the card using one's finger. The first side also contains an activation switch for the planar flashlight light. The second side of the sleeve contains a second pocket that holds a map of a transportation system. In addition, the metro card holder contains a digital clock on the second side. A light pipe or fiber optic strand runs from lighting elements contained in the planar flashlight to the digital clock thereby illuminating the clock.

Abstract: A container or receptacle having luminosity for emergency or non-lighted conditions to illuminate the surfaces of such containers or receptacles in which to give them visibility in the absence of any light source. The container includes an upper lid section and a lower retaining section having an interior compartment for holding of materials, goods, products, tools, medical equipment or medicine therein. The upper lid section includes interior lid wall surfaces and exterior lid wall surfaces, and the lower retaining section includes interior retaining wall surfaces and exterior retaining wall surfaces. The interior lid wall surfaces and/or the exterior lid surfaces includes a luminescent coating thereon for providing luminosity and for affording visibility to the upper lid section in the absence of any other light source.

Abstract: A decorative article for gift packages includes meridian-configured loops connected together to define a generally open interior within the loops. The article further includes an electrical lamp within the interior connected to a battery by wire having sufficient length for the battery to reside inside the package with the meridian-configured loops positioned on the exterior of the package. The loops may be made of ribbon having a surface which is reflective, partially translucent, metallic or metalized.

Abstract: An illumination device for vessels that have access ports terminated with pipe flanges. The illumination device includes a retention collar that is adapted to receive a flashlight at its first end. The opposite second end of the retention collar terminates with a flange. A conduit extends through the retention collar from the first end to the second end. A mounting element is provided for attaching the retention collar and the flashlight to the access port of the vessel. The mounting element includes an annular base plate. A coupling mechanism is attached to the annular base plate. The coupling mechanism selectively receives the flange of the retention collar. The annular base plate of the mounting bracket clamps to the pipe flange of the vessel over an inspection window. This provides an unobstructed passage through which light from the flashlight can enter the access port of the vessel.

Abstract: A toolbox has a body, at least one cover pivotally connected to a pivotal edge of the body, a cap pivotally connected to the pivotal edge of the body and a light received between the body and the cap. Multiple cavities are defined on the inside of each of the body and the covers to receive desired tools. The cap and the covers can be opened relative to the body in the same direction, and the toolbox can stably stand on a horizontal body. The toolbox will not fall when a modest external force is applied to the toolbox.

Abstract: A combination desk lamp, compact disc holder, beverage cup holder and desk organizer set includes a hollow base for supporting a desk lighting fixture mounted to the top of the base, an upright compact disc (CD) holder which is glued to the top of the base, a desk organizer and/or a beverage cup holder. The desk organizer includes a pencil holder removably disposed inside a tray which is glued to the top of the base and provided on the inside with a plurality of cone-shaped protuberances for frictional support. The tray may serve also as a beverage cup holder. The CD holder can also be provided with a beverage cup holder which attaches to the top of the CD holder via glue and a leg/aperture coupling. The top of the CD holder beverage cup holder includes a plurality of concentric interspaced raised surfaces to provide frictional support for a beverage cup.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a bucket having an illumination means and decorated to be used primarily by trick-or-treaters for the accumulation of treats on All Hallow's Eve. This bucket, when the illumination means is activated, will illuminate the path of the child holding the bucket; and, by means of a flange encircling the source of illumination, absorb lateral light rays producing a radiant glow that will give the bucket, and the “goblin” carrying it, a “safety zone” glow and an aesthetic effect.

Abstract: A portable tool box includes an integral utility light for illuminating the worksite, and also provides a pair of head rest areas for the user. An on-off switch for the light is provided within finger-reach of the carrying handle for the tool box. The utility light is a fish-eye type mounted in a ball-swivel mount on an inclined portion of the tool box lid.

Abstract: A portable box 2 includes a base or bottom bin 10 having a storage area 24 and a hinged lid 40 in which a light source 70, such as a tubular flourescent lamp is located. The lid 40 rotates in one direction to open the box 2, and stacked trays 72, 74, 76, normally stored in the storage area 24, rotate in an opposite direction so that the light source 70 directly illuminates both the storage area and the deployed trays. Hinges 26 and 58 permit the lid 40 to rotate through an angle of slightly more than ninety degrees so that in the open position the lid 40 is positioned so that the fluorescent lamp uniformly and directly illuminates not only all of the contents of the box, but also the immediate surrounding area.

Abstract: The present invention proposes a multifunctional decorating light, which comprises a CD case, a light stand, and an illuminating lamp. The foldable CD case is formed with two case shells pivotally joined along one side thereof. An accommodating channel is installed on the CD case. A foldable light stand is pivotally installed in the accommodating channel. A sideward retractable frame is installed on the light stand to be pivotally connected to an illuminating lamp. Thereby the assembled light with the unfolded light stand can be levelly placed on a desk to be used as a desk light. It can also be inserted in the top slot of a CD box to be used as a CD box light when the light stand is folded in the accommodating channel. It can be used as a wall light if the CD case is erectly hung on a wall. Moreover, it can be used as a photograph frame light when the two case shells are opened with insertion of a photograph in one of them.

Abstract: The disposable liquid beverage container of the present invention comprises a first compartment for sealably containing a beverage and a second compartment adjacent the first compartment. A barrier having a translucent portion separates the first and second compartments. A light source and an energy source electrically connected to the light source are disposed in the second compartment. A switch activates the light source such that the light source shines through the translucent portion of the barrier and illuminates the beverage disposed in the first compartment of the container. A holographic image embedded in a film attached to an outside of the container is created within the first compartment when the light source is illuminated. Methods are also provided.

Abstract: A number of embodiments of flower pots are disclosed. The pots include a transparent or transluent panel or cylindrical portion which exhibit a pattern when one or more light sources are provided behind the panels or cylindrical portions.

Abstract: A portable tool box that includes an elongated extension cord having a plug at one end to allow for positioning of the tool box near the work site and a four outlet socket assembly mounted to an exterior of the tool box to allow a workman to plug in more than one power tool while providing a close convenient location for storing, retrieving and connecting other power tools should they be required.

Abstract: A planter and light assembly for providing light from a suspended planter. The planter and light assembly includes a planter. The planter comprises a generally hollow housing having an open top side and an open bottom side. The planter has a top edge, a bottom edge and a peripheral wall, which is integrally coupled with and extends between the top and bottom edges. A dividing wall divides the planter into a top portion and a bottom portion. The dividing wall extends across an interior portion of the planter. A light socket for receiving a light bulb is fixedly coupled to a bottom side of the dividing wall. A hanging means hangs the planter from the ceiling, post or other elevated structure. A power supply is operationally coupled to the light socket.

Abstract: A tool box has a base casing and an upper cover engaging with the base casing. The base casing has a plurality of grooves. The upper cover has a tank-shaped seat receiving a dish, two through holes communicating with the tank-shaped seat, a plurality of protruded bars, two lamp sockets receiving two lamps, two oblong recesses receiving two switch devices, and two oblong holes receiving two cell sockets. A dish is inserted in the tank-shaped seat. The dish has a periphery flange engaging with the protruded bars.

Abstract: A tool box assembly having lighting and warning functions, including a tool box body having a receiving recess in a central portion of one lateral end thereof, an integrated circuit control device retained in the receiving recess, and a transparent light converging lens fittingly abutting against the receiving recess. The receiving recess has a stepped rim, which is provided with a plurality of retaining posts projecting therefrom and lying in a horizontal state for retaining the light converging lens. A periphery of the light converging lens is provided with a plurality of retaining notches for receiving the retaining posts of the tool box body. Three generally slanting abutting grooves of three different sizes are arranged by order of size between each two retaining notches. The smallest abutting grooves just abut against the retaining posts of the tool box body when the light converging lens is rotated so that the light converging lens is firmly positioning in the receiving recess of the tool box.

Abstract: A hollow carrier having a handle in the shape of a jack-o-lantern or the like is provided with a light and diffuser assembly. When the light is activated, a portion of the light is reflected onto a path external to the carrier while another portion is reflected back into the carrier illuminating the carriers interior allowing the person holding the carrier to be visible from all directions.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for converting a hollow receptacle into an electric lamp are disclosed. The receptacle may be converted into a lamp on its own, or may be further filled with an artificial or live plant. In a preferred embodiment, the lamp fixture of the present invention comprises a central section a plurality of resilient spokes extending from the central section in a lamp apparatus connected to the base. The base is inserted into the receptacle and the spokes engage one or more wall portions of the receptacle in order to secure the base. Preferably, additional wall bands are supplied in order to enhance the frictional engagement of the spokes with the receptacle.

Abstract: A container includes decorations in the form of electro-luminescent elements arranged on or in walls of the container to form designs and messages. Examples of containers to which the decorations may be applied include mugs or cups, baby bottles, arcade-style toy dispensers, gumball or candy dispensers, and vending machines, although the range of containers is virtually unlimited. The inclusion of illumination elements which provide more than background illumination or matrix displays opens up a vast new field of container design possibilities.

Abstract: A device to detect the position of the toilet seat and alert the user by means of a visual signal. It consists of housing mounted on the underside of a toilet seat cover (3). The housing encloses a light source (4), the circuit (5) and power source (11) required to energize the source and a mechanically operated sensor device (7), which detects the position of the seat If the seat is up, the sensor device detects the position of the seat whereby sending the appropriate signal through the electronic circuitry to gently illuminate the seat cover with the light source (FIG. 2). The device has the built-in feature, which prevents it to activate the light source when both seat and cover are in horizontal down position, thereby conserving the power in the batteries which are used as the power source (FIG. 3).

Abstract: An apparatus for producing an visual effect of increased depth is provided. The apparatus provides a reflection of an image applied to a substantially transparent panel to create the effect of increased distance between the panel and the reflective surface. The apparatus may be advantageously employed in terrariums, vivariums, aquariums, merchandise displays, timepieces, instrument panels, display boards and the like.

Abstract: A hand bag includes an axle structure; several arched support ribs each having a first rib end and a second rib end and being rotatably mounted at the first and second rib ends to the axle structure and bowing outwardly between the first and second rib ends; and flexible sheet material laterally interconnecting the support ribs, so that the sheet material folds and unfolds in accordion fashion as the ribs rotate about the axle structure, the flexible sheet material having an opening defining a hand bag access opening. The several of support ribs preferably include two immediately adjacent opening ribs which are not interconnected by the sheet material, so that rotating the opening ribs about the axle structure away from each other defines between the opening ribs the hand bag access opening. The hand bag preferably additionally includes a hand bag internal lighting assembly.

Abstract: A light source attachment intended for use as a lantern for camping or for use in the home. The light source attachment may function also as a container for drinking water or other fluids or solids or for the measurement of volume of fluids or solids for use in cooking. A light source is positioned in order to direct a beam of light through a non-opaque lid and into a non-opaque container. The container may be modified with reflectors at its bottom or around its sides. The light beam encounters the side and bottom of the container and naturally illuminates all of its surfaces. The container thereby emanates a glow and thereby provides general illumination. The container may be filled with water during its use.

Abstract: A portable worklight having a protective outer casing which encloses the contents of the light. The outer casing includes first and second housings which are operable between open and closed positions. When in a closed position, the working components of the light, including the lens, grill, and light source are enclosed by the two housings. In an open position, the second housing acts as a base which holds the worklight in an upright position.

Abstract: The invention concerns a light device capable of being slipped from the top downward onto upper part of a wine bottle and fitting against the shoulder of the said bottle; the device has a small lamp, powered by a battery, which is capable of producing a cone of light aimed through the glass inside the bottle to light the wine contained therein during the decanting operation, in order to permit instantaneous verification of the presence of any possible impurities in suspension.

Abstract: An improved self-contained portable lighting system comprising: a first shell having an interior portion in which lights are mounted and having an exterior portion on which is mounted a first closure; a plurality of reflectors are mounted by hinges on edges of a front face of the interior portion of the first shell so that the reflectors may be folded on top of one another and substantially flat against the interior portion of the first shell; a second shell having an exterior portion including second closure for engaging the first closure and locking the first shell the said second shell together.

Abstract: A lighted serving tray includes a tray body having platter portion and a chamber portion attached to the underside of the platter portion. The chamber portion houses a plurality of lights which are installed in a perimetric wall thereof, a battery pack coupled to a recharging jack installed within the perimetric wall, and coupled to each of the lights via circuit elements, which includes at least one normally-on, on-off switch installed in a lower panel of the chamber portion, and which may include a flashing circuit. For a preferred embodiment of the invention, each of the lights is a light-emitting diode (LED) so as to minimize current drain. Also for the preferred embodiment of the invention, each of the on-off switches is installed within its own recess in the lower panel in such a manner that a movable activating element of the switch extends below a lower major surface of the lower panel.

Abstract: A flat tool holder having a single pocket at one of its edges and a single tool body for insertion in said single pocket with a handle on the tool body for not only inserting and removing the tool from the single pocket but having at least one pocket therein for receiving at least one other tool.

Abstract: An improved satchel with illuminated display comprising a sack having walls which define an interior space within the sack. The sack has a display-holder permanently fixedly attached to the outside of the sack. The display-holder has a display-receiving pocket as well as a passage between the display-receiving pocket and the interior space within the sack. This permits a display to be easily taken in and out of the display-holder. Since the display-holder is accessible solely from the interior space within the sack there is a great deal of security. The sack also has a display within the display-holder and a number of electric light sources which can be flashed or turned on to illuminate the display. The satchel carries its own source of electrical current.

Abstract: An illumination device for vessels that have access ports terminated with pipe flanges. The illumination device includes a retention collar that is adapted to receive a flashlight at its first end. The opposite second end of the retention collar terminates with a flange. A conduit extends through the retention collar from the first end to the second end. A mounting element is provided for attaching the retention collar and the flashlight to the access port of the vessel. The mounting element includes an annular base plate. A coupling mechanism is attached to the annular base plate. The coupling mechanism selectively receives the flange of the retention collar in an orientation wherein the center of the retention collar aligns with center of the mounting bracket. The annular base plate of the mounting bracket clamps to the pipe flange of the vessel over an inspection window. This provides an unobstructed passage through which light from the flashlight can enter the access port of the vessel.

Abstract: A small, lightweight, battery-powered lighting device which can be attached to the upper edge of a divider in a purse or a briefcase for use by a person needing to view and/or easily access items in the interior thereof. The device would have a substantially horseshoe-shaped elongated housing configured to hold two batteries in an end-to-end relation within an upper battery compartment having a circular cross section only minimally larger in diameter than the size of battery contemplated for use. It also would have a lower light compartment with sides that taper toward an elongated focusing lens attached across the bottom edges of the housing, two spaced-apart clips attached against the outside surface of the housing and downwardly extending toward the lens, and an on-off switch connected through the end of the battery compartment toward which the positive terminals of the batteries are directed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable lighting device comprising a water bottle formed of a light transmitting material and a lamp case fitted to the open end of the water bottle. A light bulb is positioned within the lamp case and a light transmitting lens is positioned between the light bulb and the interior of the water bottle whereby light emitted from the light bulb is transmitted through the lens to the interior of the water bottle and is diffused through the wall of the water bottle. A method for illuminating a space is provided in which water is introduced into a bottle so that the bottle is at least partially filled and the bottle is sealingly and releasably attached to a source of light.

Abstract: A planter light accessory for illuminating a plant within a planter. The accessory includes a generally cylindrical housing having a side wall defining openings at upper and lower ends of the housing. The side wall supports a generally horizontal edge portion adjacent and extending outwardly from the opening at the upper end of the housing. A light source mounted on the edge portion for illuminating the plant.

Abstract: An improved tool tray apparatus having an interior tool storage area, an upper peripheral edge portion, and a light emitting mechanism disposed around at-least a part of the upper peripheral edge portion. The light emitting mechanism improves the lighting conditions when working in poorly lighted environments. More particulary, the improved tool tray apparatus selectively illuminates the interior tool storage area of the tool tray, and the area around the upper peripheral edge portion of the tool tray to provide for a safer work environment. The light emitted by the illuminated tool tray apparatus of the invention may be controllably switched between different colors at a controllably varied intensity.

Abstract: A tool box includes a base and a cover each having an opening formed by a pair of arms which are pivotally together at a pivot pin. A light device is pivotally coupled to the base and the cover at the pivot pin, for allowing the light device to be rotated about the pivot pin and to light the cover and the base when the base and the cover are opened, such that the user may easily view and fetch the tools received in the tool box in the dark places. The cover includes a hand grip having a chamber for receiving one or more batteries and for energizing the light device.

Abstract: A temperature indicating apparatus for a cooking vessel, the apparatus having a housing having at least one opening, a template, a light directing mechanism, and a temperature sensing mechanism. The template being positioned generally in alignment with the opening. The light directing mechanism having a light radiating structure positioned to illuminate the template. The template being moveably coupled to the temperature sensing mechanism. The light directing mechanism being coupled to the housing. A process for monitoring the temperature of a cooking vessel including a temperature indicating apparatus for a cooking vessel, the apparatus having a housing having at least one opening, a template or translucent panel or both, a light directing mechanism, and a temperature sensing mechanism is also described.

Abstract: A truck bed is provided including a truck having a bed with a peripheral side wall which defines an open top and upper peripheral edge. At least one light assembly is mounted on the side wall for illuminating the bed of the truck.

Abstract: An illuminated toy pail includes a translucent pail body, a handle attached to the pail body, and a retainer affixed to the interior of the pail body which is effective for holding a chemical light stick within the interior of the pail body. The bottom of the retainer includes a press-fit flange which is press fit into a pre-formed hole in the bottom wall of the pail body, and the top of the retainer includes a vertical bore which releasably receives and holds the light stick in a vertical orientation within the interior of the pail. The activated chemical light sticks can be easily inserted into the pail to illuminate the pail, thereby providing both novelty and safety aspects to the pail. When used, for example, in a Halloween, pumpkin-shaped pail body, the light causes the translucent pail body to glow as if a candle were lighted inside the pumpkin, provides a small amount of light to illuminate the ground below, and provides a highly visible, lighted safety indicator for passing vehicles.