With Hermetic Seal Patents (Class 362/158)
  • Patent number: 8123380
    Abstract: A waterproof LED lamp holding structure includes an object having a plurality of through holes, and a plurality of LED lamps serially connected via an electric wire. Each of the LED lamps has a rear part enclosed in a protective member that has a first and a second end. Wedge-like keys are provided on the protective member near the first end and each have a rearward outward slant outer surface. Further, anchoring lugs are provided on the protective member to outward obliquely extend from the second end toward the first end. When the LED lamps along with the protective members are inserted in the through holes on the object, the wedge-like keys and distal ends of the anchoring lugs respectively abut against an outer and an inner side of the object to thereby hold the LED lamps immovable and straight in the through holes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2012
    Inventor: Hsu-Wen Liao
  • Patent number: 8113682
    Abstract: A lighting device comprises an elongated assembly forming a water-tight chamber adjacent a first end of the lighting device, where the first end includes a transparent face along a long axis of the elongated assembly. A lighting module, having a first light source and a second light source positioned on opposite ends of the lighting module, is positioned within the water-tight chamber so that the first light source is adjacent to and is configured to project light out the transparent face in a first direction along the long axis of the elongated assembly. The second light source is configured to illuminate along an elongated portion of the elongated assembly, where the elongated portion extends from the water-tight chamber in a second direction along the long axis of the elongated assembly opposite from the first direction, and out translucent circumferential sides of the elongated portion. A button on the module allows one to selectively alternate between the first and second light sources.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: Life+Gear, Inc.
    Inventor: Dennis Bertken
  • Patent number: 8104926
    Abstract: An LED lamp assembly includes a bracket, a heat sink secured on the bracket, a plurality of LED modules mounted on a bottom of the heat sink, and a transparent envelope correspondingly covering the LED modules. A sealing chamber is cooperatively defined by the heat sink, the bracket and the envelope, and the LED modules are received in the sealing chamber. The LED assembly is further provided with a gas-injecting member for injecting a predetermined gas into the sealing chamber of the LED lamp assembly therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignees: Fu Zhun Precision Industry Co., Ltd., Foxconn Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Zhong-Qing Wang, Li He
  • Publication number: 20110292642
    Abstract: The invention discloses a light-emitting decoration which includes a main portion and an engagement portion. The engagement element is disposed on one side of the said main portion. The engagement portion comprises an extending portion to form a first accommodating space. The engagement portion comprises a gap to connect through the first accommodating space. Accordingly, while the light-emitting decoration is engaged with the subject object, the gap expends elastically for letting the subject object enter the first accommodating space through the gap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Inventor: SHEN-KO TSENG
  • Patent number: 8007124
    Abstract: A self-generating streetlight is provided, including: a light pole; a lamp which is provided on the light pole to convert electricity into light; a condenser which comprises a central condenser plate and side condenser plates and converts solar energy into electricity, the central condenser plate being coupled to the light pole and the side condenser plate being arranged around the central condenser plate; a joint unit which allows the side condenser plates to folded to and extended from the central condenser plate; and a control box which comprises a battery, a power supply, and a controller, the battery accumulating electricity produced by the condenser, the power supply supplying the electricity to the lamp, and the controller controlling the lamp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: Yangg Solar
    Inventor: Song-tae Kim
  • Patent number: 8002431
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for reducing lumen depreciation caused by other than lamp lumen depreciation. In one aspect, manufacturing and assembly of the fixture uses clean-room light techniques. In another aspect of the invention, materials that have a propensity to outgas are shielded from direct exposure to light energy. Other aspects of the invention include other methodologies to eliminate causes for lumen depreciation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: Musco Corporation
    Inventors: Myron Gordin, Timothy J. Boyle
  • Publication number: 20110188233
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) lighting roadway lighting fixture and housing is provided. The lighting fixture comprises a center section enclosing a power supply for the LEDs. Two LED sections are positioned on either side of the center section and angled towards the center of the lighting fixture and the plane to be illuminated. LED engines are mounted on the LED sections to illuminate the plane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Applicant: LED Roadway Lighting Ltd.
    Inventors: Jack Yitzhak Josefowicz, Matthew Francis Durdle, Charles Andrew Cartmill
  • Publication number: 20110182059
    Abstract: A diving torch that floats over the water is revealed. The diving torch includes a waterproof washer and a light transmitting lens, both locked and located on a front cover thereof. A front end of a barrel is enlarged outward to form a receiving space for loading a light cup and the receiving space is threaded with the front cover by a threaded portion. A waterproof washer is disposed around the threaded portion. Moreover, the bottom of the barrel is threaded and connected with a back cover by a threaded portion disposed with a waterproof washer. A switch set with a waterproof washer on the bottom is mounted in the back cover. Thereby not only people working on the water can pick up the diving torch quickly, people in the water and in distress can also use the diving torch asking for help.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2010
    Publication date: July 28, 2011
    Inventor: Yun-Zhao Liu
  • Publication number: 20110163688
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) side marker lamp, comprising a punching panel with a coating, a water-proof light source module, and a through hole. The water-proof light source module is disposed below the punching panel, and the through hole is disposed on the punching panel and operates to allow light to be emitted from the water-proof light source module. A traditional cover is not needed, and the punching panel is used to replace the cover and colors thereof match with those of buildings, which improves decoration effect of the invention; secondly, as the LED side marker lamp fails, only the water-proof light source module needs to be replaced, which is convenient for maintenance and reduces cost; finally, the number of light source modules can be varied, which is flexible in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2010
    Publication date: July 7, 2011
    Inventors: Xing Yan, Chuangda Nie, Shuguang Jin
  • Patent number: 7938556
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compact portable light source capable of providing powerful light as well as effect light and is especially suitable for professional use, i.e. for security, police and military use. The invention relates to a portable torch having a plurality of light emitting diodes and a heat sink, namely a portable torch (1) comprising a case (2) having a first and a second open ends, a first cap (3) covering the first open end and a second cap (4) covering the second open end, said first cap having a transparent area (6), illumination means having a diode area (11) comprising a plurality of light emitting devices (LEDs) arranged to emit light out of the first open end and through the transparent area (6) of the first cap (3), a heat sink (14) arranged to transport heat from the light emitting devices, a power source comprising a battery holder and means (7) for activating said power source operatively associated with said case (2).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Assignee: Wiseled APS
    Inventor: Flemming Dahlin
  • Patent number: 7905622
    Abstract: A traffic safety cone incorporating a flashing light module includes electrically coupled first and second modules. The first module includes a solar cell array positioned atop an upper surface of a circular mounting member, a resilient, impact cushioning bumper that surrounds the mounting member, and a high-intensity LED flasher unit having a cylindrical base. The circular disk is secured to the top of the flasher unit, and the cylindrical base fits into the top of a traffic cone that has been truncated for a precise fit. The second module includes a truncated cone-shaped housing, electrical batteries installed within the housing, battery charging circuitry and an ON/OFF switch. The second module and a module retainer plate, which also functions as a battery cover, are installed in that order in the bottom of the traffic safety cone and are secured to the first module with threaded securing rods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Inventors: Lewis A. Nielson, George C. Hatsis
  • Publication number: 20110058359
    Abstract: An outdoor use illumination device includes a frame having at least one light portion and a power unit, a control unit and a button are located in the frame, wherein a part of the button is exposed on the frame. A light unit is connected with the control unit and located corresponding to the at least one light portion. The light unit is controlled by the control unit. A casing made of waterproof material is mounted to the frame and the at least one light portion is exposed through the casing. The casing includes a flexible bridge portion on which a pressing spot is located which is located corresponding to the button. The casing includes two side portions extending from two sides thereof so as to tie the illumination device on objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Inventor: Keiji Taiga
  • Publication number: 20110058360
    Abstract: An illumination device includes a frame having at least one light portion and a power unit, a control unit and a button are located in the frame, wherein a part of the button is exposed on the frame. A light unit is connected with the control unit and located corresponding to the at least one light portion. The light unit is controlled by the control unit. A casing made of waterproof material is mounted to the frame and the at least one light portion is exposed from the casing. The casing includes a flexible bridge portion on which a pressing spot is located which is located corresponding to the button. The casing includes two side portions extending from two sides thereof so as to tie the illumination device on objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Inventor: Keiji Taiga
  • Patent number: 7883235
    Abstract: A lighting assembly that incorporates a high brightness LED in a compact assembly that is sealed and sufficiently durable for a continuous operational range of between 350 feet below sea level and 35,000 feet above sea level. Further, the flashlight of the present invention includes a novel modular interface arrangement that allows the flashlight to be interfaced with a variety of different equipment or reconfigured in order to facilitate use for different functionality such as a marker light, a runway indicator light or a weapon mounted light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Inventor: Robert D. Galli
  • Publication number: 20100265699
    Abstract: A traffic safety cone incorporating a flashing light module includes electrically coupled first and second modules. The first module includes a solar cell array positioned atop an upper surface of a circular mounting member, a resilient, impact cushioning bumper that surrounds the mounting member, and a high-intensity LED flasher unit having a cylindrical base. The circular disk is secured to the top of the flasher unit, and the cylindrical base fits into the top of a traffic cone that has been truncated for a precise fit. The second module includes a truncated cone-shaped housing, electrical batteries installed within the housing, battery charging circuitry and an ON/OFF switch. The second module and a module retainer plate, which also functions as a battery cover, are installed in that order in the bottom of the traffic safety cone and are secured to the first module with threaded securing rods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2009
    Publication date: October 21, 2010
    Inventors: Lewis A. Nielson, George C. Hatsis
  • Patent number: 7806554
    Abstract: The present invention provides a LED direct-plugging type multi-chip high power light source, comprising a heat dissipating substrate, a protective rubber ring mounted at the front side of the heat dissipating substrate, LEDs fixed on the heat dissipating substrate and in the protective rubber ring, the heat dissipating substrate being provided with two through holes penetrating its front side and rear side, in each of the two through holes separately provided with a pin connected to the LEDs, one end of the pin inserted into the through hole and the other end of the pin led out from the rear side of the heat dissipating substrate to the outside of the heat dissipating substrate, and the part of the pins inserted in the through holes being separated from the heat dissipating substrate by a insulator. The heat dissipating substrate is made of high heat conduction metal. In the present invention, the heat dissipating substrate is made of high heat conduction metal, and the heat conducting pole is abolished.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: Shenzhen Hongya Opto Electronic Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Baoyan Chang, Xianghong Yang, Zheng Xu
  • Patent number: 7806550
    Abstract: A lighting system has a sealable housing with a lamp cavity, a junction box and a partition wall there between with the junction box being laterally from beneath a lens opening. The system further includes a closure to close an access port in the partition wall which includes a conical wall with a circular plate truncating the wall. The plate extends across the bottom of the housing and a vertically extending sealing flange receives the closure. A ballast assembly is also located from beneath the lens opening. A formed seal is positioned about a lens which extends inwardly to capture optic components beneath the lens. A locking ring is restrained from compressing against the mounting flange of the lens. A lighting system employing an LED board array and LED power control includes a heat sink beneath the board array extending downwardly to a radiator for transfer of heat from the array downwardly to the lamp cavity for dissipation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventors: Glenn M. Tyson, Richard M. Schuler, Michael P. Leonhardt
  • Publication number: 20100232146
    Abstract: A mobile lamp includes a body, and a waterproof lamp cover; the body has a shining component on a front end, and a joining member is joined on an outer side of the front end of the body; brightness of the lamp can be adjusted; the waterproof lamp cover is threadedly joined on the joining member on the front end of the body; the waterproof lamp cover is pervious to light, hollow and filled with air, and it has a light reflecting screen on a front end thereof; the mobile lamp can float on water owing to the waterproof lamp cover; therefore, the lamp can help fishers attract fishes, and it can flash on and off repeatedly to help a rescue team to locate a person having fallen into water besides being used on land.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2009
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventor: Yun-Zhao Liu
  • Patent number: 7784965
    Abstract: A solid state light illuminator includes a solid state lighting element, a primary coil, and a secondary coil. The secondary coil and the solid state lighting element cooperatively form a circuit. The secondary coil couples electromagnetically with the primary coil. The primary coil is adapted for electrically connecting to an AC power source to generate an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field generates an induced electromotive force in the secondary coil to apply an electrical current to the solid state lighting element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: Foxsemicon Integrated Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Wen-Jang Jiang, Hung-Kuang Hsu
  • Publication number: 20100157581
    Abstract: A lighting assembly is provided that includes a novel modular interface arrangement that allows the flashlight to be interfaced with a variety of different equipment or reconfigured in order to facilitate use for different functionality such as a marker light, a runway indicator light or a weapon mounted light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2010
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Inventor: Robert D. Galli
  • Publication number: 20100157582
    Abstract: A lighting device comprises an elongated assembly forming a water-tight chamber adjacent a first end of the lighting device, where the first end includes a transparent face along a long axis of the elongated assembly. A lighting module, having a first light source and a second light source positioned on opposite ends of the lighting module, is positioned within the water-tight chamber so that the first light source is adjacent to and is configured to project light out the transparent face in a first direction along the long axis of the elongated assembly. The second light source is configured to illuminate along an elongated portion of the elongated assembly, where the elongated portion extends from the water-tight chamber in a second direction along the long axis of the elongated assembly opposite from the first direction, and out translucent circumferential sides of the elongated portion. A button on the module allows one to selectively alternate between the first and second light sources.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2010
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Applicant: LIFE+GEAR, INC.
    Inventor: Dennis Bertken
  • Patent number: 7714730
    Abstract: There is disclosed a flotation device such as a life vest or inflatable raft for keeping a user afloat when in water, the flotation device comprising a light source attached to the flotation device, a water activated switch, wherein the light source is illuminated when the water activated switch is submersed in the water, and a control panel mounted to an outer surface of the flotation device and comprised of at least one user activated switch, wherein the light source is extinguished when the user activated switch is depressed, the control panel having instructions printed thereon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Assignee: The Flewelling Ford Family Trust
    Inventors: Timothy D. F. Ford, Stephane Gascon
  • Publication number: 20100067222
    Abstract: A mountain climbing stick with an illuminating device, comprising: a shaft and a hollow handle, wherein said handle houses a battery chamber therein; a turnable cap installed at the end of said handle and said cap pivotally connected with said handle by a pivot; a lamp installed on an inside surface of the cap opposite to said shaft; a battery disposed in said handle and said lamp connected with said battery through an electric circuit. The apparatus prevents rain getting into the lamp due to a transparent cover around the lamp, a waterproof button switch is seal connected with the wiring terminal improving waterproofing, a plug socket connected with the lamp, located at the opening of the battery chamber is covered by a waterproof casing. By flipping over the turnable cap, there is illumination. To save power, the circuit is cut when the turnable cap is buckled down and attracted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2007
    Publication date: March 18, 2010
    Applicant: Tai Pang Ng
    Inventor: Yongxiang Yu
  • Publication number: 20100027085
    Abstract: A lighting device is disclosed which provides for an adjustable beam. The adjustable beam involves the use of a hologram diffuser with areas that have different diffusing properties. The different diffusing areas are selectively positionable in a light beam created by the lighting device to provide for an adjustable beam by providing different diffusions of the light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2009
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventor: Anthony Catalano
  • Patent number: 7654683
    Abstract: A bi-directional rechargeable/replaceable induction power pack and method employing sealed induction coils to power an electrical device underwater, in liquids, or in high humidity conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2010
    Inventor: Stephen K. Ellis
  • Patent number: 7648255
    Abstract: A liquid-activated lighted ice cube includes a battery-powered electrical circuit and LED housed in a hollow body that resembles an ice cube. The circuit includes electrodes exposed to the exterior of the hollow body that, when in contact with water or other liquid beverage, cause the circuit to turn on the LED and illuminate the beverage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2010
    Assignee: Buztronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward D. Lewis, Christopher A. Webber
  • Publication number: 20100008075
    Abstract: An illumination device for insertion entirely inside a typical novelty balloon or the like, said device including: an outer casing having a lower and an upper component and having a substantially spherical or ovoid overall shape, capable of rolling through at least one full revolution on a flat surface; a power source mounted inside said outer casing; and a light generator connected to said power source and mounted inside said outer casing such that light generated by said generator is directed substantially through said upper component; wherein the centre of gravity of said device is located within said lower component of said outer casing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Applicant: LINFIELD PACIFIC PTY LTD
    Inventors: Charles Lin, Tristan Trimnell-Ritchard
  • Patent number: 7641359
    Abstract: A flashlight as disclosed to comprise a barrel, a tail cap, a head assembly, and a miniature lamp bulb holder and for providing interruptible electrical coupling to dry cell batteries retained within the barrel. One-way valves may be positioned at seal locations in association with passageways to allow venting of overpressure within the interior volume of the flashlight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignee: Mag Instrument, Inc.
    Inventor: Anthony Maglica
  • Publication number: 20090322259
    Abstract: A lighted visual marker or beacon for use primarily by outdoorsmen is disclosed. The device utilizes LED bulbs that emit a green light that is inoffensive to nocturnal wildlife so as not to alarm them. The device may be mounted to or suspended from a tree or mounted in the ground to provide guidance to paths, campsites, tree-stands and the like. The device is battery powered and capable of being controlled from a control panel beneath a weatherproof cover or can be remotely controlled. The device may be controlled in a simple on/off mode of operation or can be controlled by a timer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2009
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventor: Ralph Glass
  • Patent number: 7637630
    Abstract: An LED apparatus for illumination toward a preferential side in a downward and outward direction including a shield-gasket member in the form of a layer positioned over LED packages and secondary lens members. The shield-gasket member has a shield portion and a substantially planar gasket portion thereabout. In preferred embodiments the shield portion extends over a part of the lens portion of the secondary lens member. A cover preferably secures the shield-gasket member with respect to the secondary lens member, the primary lens and the LED package, the shield-gasket member is preferably sandwiched between the cover and the flange of the secondary lens member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Assignee: Ruud Lighting, Inc.
    Inventors: Kurt S. Wilcox, Alan J. Ruud
  • Publication number: 20090303700
    Abstract: An aquatic light emitting device comprising a plurality of point light emitting units and a plurality of linear light emitting units is disclosed. The point light emitting unit comprises a floating member part, a light source part, and a power supply part. The floating member includes a hollow body which has an internal space isolated from the outside so as to give buoyancy, one or more junction portions formed on an outer surface thereof, and has a light inlet opening formed on an upper part, and a string connected to a lower surface of the hollow body. The light source part is attached to the upper surface of the floating member, has an isolated internal space with light outlet openings provided at the upper and lower surfaces thereof, and a light source and a light source control circuit contained in the isolated internal space. The power supply part is located on the upper surface of the light source part and includes a solar cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Applicant: KUMHO ELECTRIC, INC.
    Inventors: Gi-Seung Choi, Jong-Chan Lee, In-Sung Her, Hyo-Jin Weon, Min-Su Kim
  • Publication number: 20090268436
    Abstract: A small scale illumination device includes a case and at least one battery and a circuit board are located in the case. A Light Emitting Diode is connected to the circuit board and controlled by two press-switches on the circuit board. A cap is connected to the base and protrudes from an opening of the case. The cap includes a transparent dome portion and a flange extending from a lower portion of the dome portion. The flange is connected to the circuit board and can be moved when the user pushes the dome portion to activate either one of the press-switches. A base made by water-proof material is mounted to the case and the cap and two connection members are connected to the base so as to be connected to objects such as bicycle frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2008
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventor: Keiji Taiga
  • Publication number: 20090231838
    Abstract: A self-generating streetlight is provided, including: a light pole; a lamp which is provided on the light pole to convert electricity into light; a condenser which comprises a central condenser plate and side condenser plates and converts solar energy into electricity, the central condenser plate being coupled to the light pole and the side condenser plate being arranged around the central condenser plate; a joint unit which allows the side condenser plates to folded to and extended from the central condenser plate; and a control box which comprises a battery, a power supply, and a controller, the battery accumulating electricity produced by the condenser, the power supply supplying the electricity to the lamp, and the controller controlling the lamp.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2007
    Publication date: September 17, 2009
    Applicant: YANG SOLAR
    Inventor: Song-tae Kim
  • Patent number: 7585086
    Abstract: A luminaire, in particular a wall or ceiling luminaire protected against sprayed or splashed water, for receiving at least one elongated gas-discharge lamp, having an enclosure able to be assembled into a closed form from a transparent lower part which can be mounted in a fixed position and which holds electrical gear and a transparent upper part, is so designed, with the aim of achieving a form for the upper part and lower part which is economical and meets the demands of the market and in which the two are matched to one another in relation to thermal stresses, that the lower part and the upper part are produced from the same batches of thermoplastic plastics material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2009
    Assignee: IBV Holding GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Vonhoff
  • Patent number: 7578599
    Abstract: The present invention is a spotlight with adjustable focus that has a focus fixing mechanism to prevent inadvertent changes to the focus of the light, while still allowing user-friendly intentional adjustment of the focus. The mounting neck of the reflector assembly rotates on threads on the lamp assembly so that the focus of the light may be adjusted. The focus is fixed in position by a plurality of ridges and valleys on the lamp assembly that mate with corresponding ridges and valleys in the neck of the reflector assembly. The neck of the reflector assembly is sufficiently flexible or expandable so that the focus of the lamp may be intentionally changed by applying sufficient rotational force, without requiring the user to physically interact with any sort of detent or locking mechanism. The neck is sufficiently rigid so that the reflector assembly will not rotate as a result of incidental vibrations or movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2009
    Assignee: Q-Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: John Moser, James Girard
  • Publication number: 20090207595
    Abstract: A pocket-sized flashlight may comprise a hollow cylindrical housing, a solid state light source at a forward end thereof and a switch at a rearward end thereof. The switch selectively connects the solid state light source and two or more batteries, preferably size AAAA batteries, in the housing in circuit for causing the solid state light source to produce light. The pocket-sized flashlight preferably is a relatively long and slim flashlight, wherein its length is between about 12.6 times and about 17.4 times its diameter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2009
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventors: Raymond L. Sharrah, Charles W. Craft
  • Publication number: 20090196027
    Abstract: A lighting device which is adapted to be converted between a flashlight mode and an area light mode includes a housing to receive a power supply, a light source associated with the housing and a tubular lens surrounding the light source, a reflector mounted to said device so as to slide relative to the tubular lens, the reflector including an aperture through which the light source can pass, the aperture having a shutter associated therewith whereby the shutter closes the aperture when the reflector is in a position which allows the device to be used in the area light mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2008
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Inventors: David R. Dalton, John R. Brown, Angelo Kotsis
  • Publication number: 20090185367
    Abstract: A water resistant flashlight with integral hidden storage is provided in combination is intended for secretiveness in any situation where someone has something they wish to be concealed. The handle end cap and light housing are interconnected by mechanical means with a light source disposed in the light housing. The on off switch and power source are also disposed in the handle, end cap and battery housing. The hidden storage is located in the handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2009
    Publication date: July 23, 2009
    Inventors: William Ronald Moore, Ethan Dean, Troy D. Pryor
  • Patent number: 7562996
    Abstract: A flashlight has a switch housing in between the battery compartment and reflector. The neck of the switch housing holds a lamp support at a central position within a reflector. An o-ring on the rear of the switch housing seals the battery compartment. The switch housing partially floats within the flashlight tube to allow for a slight adjustment of the lamp relative to the reflector to insure centering.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2009
    Assignee: MAG Instrument, Inc.
    Inventor: Anthony Maglica
  • Publication number: 20090141484
    Abstract: A water and/or touch activated aquatic light, comprising: a watertight encasing; a battery mounted inside the encasing; a lamp mounted on and/or in the encasing; a pair of electrodes exposed on the exterior; an electronic switch responsive to current flowing through a conductive liquid path between said electrodes; and wherein the watertight encasing is sized and shaped so that the aquatic light floats, sinks, and/or has a neutral buoyancy and is to be used in an aquatic environment where in it may be used as a flashlight, a bait light, a dive light, a lure light, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2008
    Publication date: June 4, 2009
    Inventors: Nelson Jorge Torres, Nelson Bernardino Torres
  • Patent number: 7527393
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for reducing lumen depreciation caused by other than lamp lumen depreciation. In one aspect, manufacturing and assembly of the fixture uses clean-room light techniques. In another aspect of the invention, materials that have a propensity to outgas are shielded from direct exposure to light energy. Other aspects of the invention include other methodologies to eliminate causes for lumen depreciation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2009
    Assignee: Musco Corporation
    Inventors: Myron K. Gordin, Timothy J. Boyle
  • Patent number: 7524093
    Abstract: The apparatus of the present invention is a customized non-rotatable decorative displaying image mechanism wheel assembly. The wheel assembly comprises a wheel mount supportable by of the wheel of a vehicle. A protective cover is affixed to the wheel mount to form a housing with an interior cavity therein. The display holder can be transparent or translucent with any image, logo, emblem, insignia or hologram covering affixed thereto. A display holder and member is positioned behind the protective covering within the cavity of the housing. The display holder is bolted with predefined weighted members and ball bearings such that the display holder and member remain stationary during within the interior cavity as the vehicle's wheel turns. Alternatively, predefined weighted members may not be used for certain design, since shaft members may stabilize image. The display member can be illuminated by a light source which is powered by an electromechanical power source utilizing the Faraday Effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2009
    Inventors: Ronald Sinnette, Patrick Massie
  • Patent number: 7509955
    Abstract: A flashlight for dispensing a substance from an aerosol canister, the flashlight including an elongated housing having a front end, a rear end, and a central longitudinal axis, the aerosol canister being slidably received within the housing. At least one light emitting diode disposed approximate the front end of the housing and an elongated spray tube having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end being connected to the aerosol canister and the spray tube extending parallel to the central longitudinal axis such that the distal end extends beyond the front end of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2009
    Assignee: Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc.
    Inventors: Dennis Cole, Michael J. Skellern
  • Publication number: 20090075519
    Abstract: A connector for mounting an LED to a printed circuit board (PCB) includes a hollow cylindrical body portion with an interior sidewall that defines a hollow cavity at one end to receive the LED threaded base section. The second end has a plurality of conductive contact elements with which to electrically contact the LED. A first electrical contact element includes at least one prong extending partially into the cavity. The prong is flexible for the threaded portion to pass the prong for insertion, and partially return to electrically engage the threaded portion to maintain the threaded portion inside the cavity. The prong also permits removal of the LED rotationally with respect to the cavity. The contact elements are in electrical communication with the LED and the threaded base section when the threaded base section is inserted within the body portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2007
    Publication date: March 19, 2009
    Applicant: TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Christopher George DAILY, Sheldon Lynn HORST
  • Publication number: 20090067163
    Abstract: An inflatable light stick includes an inflatable bag body, an inflation inlet provided at a first end of the bag body, and a light emitting circuit provided in the bag body at a second end thereof. The light emitting circuit includes a controller, which has a front end extended into the bag body, and a rear end outward projected from the bag body to serve as a power-on control. Air can be blown via the inflation inlet to inflate the bag body, and the controller can be pulled to supply power from batteries to the light-emitting diode, making the inflated bag body firm and upright while showing colorful lights, and suitable for use as an eye-catching light stick for waving to create joyful and exciting atmosphere and achieve enhanced entertaining effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2008
    Publication date: March 12, 2009
    Applicant: ASIA GLOBAL CORPORATION LTD.
    Inventor: Ying-Yee Au
  • Publication number: 20090034245
    Abstract: A household accessory, such as bed linens, bath linens, kitchen linens, furniture linens, and table linens, is illuminated with flashing lights in response to movement and is protected against water damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2007
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Inventor: Ezra Esses
  • Publication number: 20090009093
    Abstract: A light fitting is provided with a first connector piece arranged to support a light and provide power thereto, an input connected to a power source and arranged to provide power permanently to an output comprising a primary coil, and a transmitter operable to transmit a switch signal. A light is provided comprising a sealed light housing, a light source, a back-up battery, a controller and a second connector piece having a secondary coil and a receiver. The receiver receives the switch signal and the controller controls power delivery to the light source in response to the switch signal received by the receiver thereby to turn the light on and off. The light fitting and the light are arranged to present the primary coil and the secondary coil for inductive coupling therebetween and to present the transmitter and the receiver for wireless communication therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2008
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Inventors: David R. Vernondier, Richard J. Clark
  • Publication number: 20090009990
    Abstract: The invention provides a light-emitting device, which includes a water-proof enclosure, a motion-actuated switch, a controller, a memory unit, a light-emitting array, a driving unit, and a battery. The motion-actuated switch is capable of generating a triggering signal if an external force presses on it. Furthermore, when the controller is under the start condition, it can selectively generate a lighting signal according to the triggering signal. The memory unit is applied for storing a plurality of default patterns. The light-emitting array includes a plurality of light-emitting diodes. The driving unit is capable of selecting one of the default patterns according to the lighting signal in a pre-determined way, and driving the light-emitting array lighting based on the default pattern. Particularly, the pre-determined way is in a proper sequence.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2007
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Inventor: Shen-Ko Tseng
  • Patent number: 7458698
    Abstract: A portable light device is capable of generating light that is substantially uniformly distributed at its surface. The light device includes a housing having at least a translucent portion formed of a translucent material A first light source is disposed within the housing and is adapted to generate light. A first optical structure is positioned to direct at least a portion of the light from the first light source toward the housing translucent portion, and a second optical structure is positioned between the first light source and the housing translucent portion, the second optical structure being adapted to diffuse at least a portion of the light for uniform distribution across the housing translucent portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Sarah E. Heathcock, Scott W. Demarest, Matthew Abbondanzio, Simon M. Conway, Kamran Faterioun, Ronald R. Dir, Edwin T. Horton, Kevin Harrity, David R. Carlson, Mark E. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7455428
    Abstract: A multiple position luminaire is described having a hinged lens frame and lens. The lens rotates about a hinge affixed to the luminaire housing, the lens frame being sealed against the luminaire housing with a double gasket seal, a first seal interposed between the lens frame and the housing and the second seal being a plurality of gasket fingers contacting an inner surface of the luminaire side wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group LLC
    Inventors: Thomas Russello, Dylan Akinrele, David S. Monteiro, Frank L. Locascio