Abstract: A battery-operated pendant beacon light comprises a base housing forming a lens, an upper housing coupled to the base housing, a battery compartment coupled to the upper housing and extending into the base housing, a rotatable switch coupled to a top of the upper housing with a hook assembly coupled to the dimmer switch. A plurality of lights is coupled to the upper housing and shine light into the lower housing.

Abstract: A portable and collapsible stove and lantern allowing clean combustion of biomass fuels found in the natural environment comprises a top member, a transparent member, a support member having an orifice and a plurality of windows, a chamber having a plurality of top and bottom openings and a mesh to support biomass fuels, and a main body having an insulation member, a reflecting member and a plurality of middle openings. When used, the transparent member is disposed within the support member that is disposed on top of the chamber which is then disposed within the main body, and the top member is disposed on top of the support member. Air drawn into the main body by the plurality of middle openings is further drawn into the chamber by the pluralities of top and bottom openings, mixed with fuels for combustion, producing flame into the support member through the orifice.

Abstract: A solar powered, illuminated harbor post and pile cover is disclosed that protects a pile from deterioration, prevents bird roosting and droppings as well as other debris, and variably illuminates, beautifies and makes more interesting docks in a harbor. The invention consists of at least one transparent conical cover superimposed over a second base or post cover wherein the interior electronics and LED's are sealed against the environment, weather and other deteriorating elements, yet is simple in manufacture, design, assemblage and repair.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable light that can be secured to most any fixed object by use of an elastic band attachment mechanism. The elastic band securement device is form fitting and fully adjustable with the ends of the securement device placed beneath a cover of the light during installation, wherein the cover of the light conceals the attachment mechanism to prevent accidental disengagement of the light from the object of attachment. In operation, the base of the light has a cover which is secured by a latch, hook and loop, thumb screws or any other type of fastener which upon removal exposes the light and the two ends of the elastic cord. A portion of the elastic cord is secured around a fixed object and the bitter end of the cord is drawn tight and placed through a cord fastener so as to secure the cord in a secured and tensioned position. The cover is then replaced, thereby concealing the ends of the elastic band from disengagement.

Abstract: An LED apparatus for illumination toward a preferential side in a downward and outward direction including a shield member in the form of a layer positioned over LED packages and secondary lens members. The shield member has a shield portion and a substantially planar non-shield 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 member with respect to the secondary lens member, the primary lens and the LED package, the shield member preferably being sandwiched between the cover and the flange of the secondary lens member.

Abstract: A street-lighting and solar energy collection system is disclosed. The system comprises a plurality of lighting/solar energy collecting units, an AC and DC power transmission means and a control unit. The system operates in one of the two operation modes. In the first operation mode as the street-lighting system, the units receive AC power from the power grid for lighting. In the second operation mode as the solar energy collecting system, the units transmit generated DC electricity to a centralized DC to AC converter in the control unit. The control unit further provides a means for switching the system in between two modes. When the system is operated as the solar energy collection system, it is disconnected from the power grid. The generated DC electricity from each unit is converted by the AC to DC converter in the control unit and is subsequently injected into the power grid. Communication devices in the units and in the control unit form an ad hoc communication network.

Abstract: A candle fuel element includes a wick-holder assembly having a longitudinally disposed wick spaced from a heat-conductive element and a first solid fuel charge disposed between the wick and the heat-conductive element. A second solid fuel charge slidably engages and at least partly surrounds the wick-holder assembly. The heat-conductive element is disposed between the first solid fuel charge and the second solid fuel charge. The heat-conductive element defines a lateral opening adapted to allow fluid communication between the first solid fuel charge and the second solid fuel charge.

Abstract: Portable solar powered light sources, devices, apparatus, systems and methods of attaching and using the light source. The light sources can have a single small housing having an upper roof portion with an exposed solar cell, a photocell activator, and small housing. The housing can have two parts that pivot with one another so that a front end of the housing can be biased together by a spring, and the rear side having edges that are spaced apart. An operator can press the rear spaced apart edges together, to open the front end to slide about a support structure, such as an open umbrella fabric edge. The housing allows for the light source powered by batteries to be activated by the photocell during dark(night) conditions), with the light direction being adjustable underneath. During daylight, the solar cell receives sunlight to charge the batteries within the housing.

Abstract: A lantern (20) having a rotating collar that serves the function of a dimmer switch (40) for a lamp (32) for the lantern. A mood light (60) may be mounted on the lantern (20). In an embodiment, the mood light (60) is mounted at the top of a cap (28) for the lantern (20).

Abstract: An illuminated ball formed by two substantially identical mating elements. Each mating element has an exterior surface bounded by an edge, an annular surface joined to said exterior surface at the edge, two opposed radial recesses formed in the annular surface, a well abutting a portion of the annular surface and one of the recesses, and an alignment guide abutting a portion of the annular surface and the other of the recesses. The alignment guide extends away from the exterior surface and includes a hole therethrough in alignment with the recesses. The mating element is matable with a second, substantially identical mating element by the well of each mating element receiving the alignment guide of the other element. The channel formed by the cooperation of the recesses and holes of both mating elements is sized to contain a light source.

Abstract: An illumination assembly includes a container adapted to contain a flammable light source, a flammable light source contained within the container, and a cover adapted to cover a top opening of the container. The cover includes a closable cavity adapted to safely store a lighting source capable for lighting the flammable light source. The container may be a jar, a lamp, or a lantern. The flammable light source may be a wax-based candle, a liquid or solid fuel lamp. The lighting source may be a match and a match-striking element or a self-ignitable lighter. In alternative embodiments the lighting source may be contained within a closable cavity formed within the base of the container or within a pouch attached to an outer surface of the container.

Abstract: An autonomous solid state lighting system has a charge mode which collects energy and produces electric power with a solid state energy source, converts the voltage of the electric power using a bi-directional power converter, and stores the power in an energy storage device. A discharge mode draws electric power from the energy storage device, converts the voltage of the electric power using the bi-directional power converter, and produces light from a solid state light source. A controller controls the charge and discharge modes. In one embodiment, the solid state energy source can be a solar cell panel, the solid state light source can be an LED module, and the energy storage device can be a battery pack.

Abstract: A decorative apparatus comprises a primary container defined by an upper portion and a lower portion. The primary container has an opening defined in the upper portion. A secondary container comprises a cap and a reservoir body extending therefrom. The secondary container is suspendedly disposed within the primary container such that the cap of the secondary container substantially corresponds to the opening of the primary container and the reservoir body of the secondary container extends toward the lower portion of the primary container. A reservoir access aperture is disposed in the cap. A method of manufacture is also provided.

Abstract: A safety candleholder comprises a seat, a center of the seat having a hollow groove base; an outer side of the groove base being installed with an inner ring and an outer ring; inner walls of the inner ring and the outer ring being installed with inner thread portions; a plurality of via holes being formed at a bottom of the seat; the inner lampshade being installed with an opening; an outer side of the opening having a flange; a diameter of the opening being smaller than a diameter of the candle; and an outer lampshade screwedly fixed to the outer ring, thereby, an annular groove being formed between the two lampshade so that air can flow in the annular groove; an upper end of the outer lampshade having an opening; an outer side of the opening being installed with an annular flange, thus, a safety candleholder being formed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lamp including a hollow body, in particular a glass cylinder, which accommodates a light source. The object of the present invention is to devise a lamp using simple means which is usable both for light sources with open flame and for electrically operated light sources, which is manufacturable in one piece, and whose emitted color and decoration can be changed in a quick and simple manner. The inner hollow body is surrounded by an outer hollow body, and both hollow bodies are interconnected at their top ends. The inner hollow body is shorter than the outer hollow body and carries an inwardly directed rim. The two hollow bodies may be composed of transparent glass which is smooth on the inside and on the outside.

Abstract: A decorated luminary product includes either a candle or a candle holder containing the candle. A decorative web of a heat-shrinkable polymer web is heat shrunk to conform to a shape of either the candle or the candle holder. The web is decorated with a phosphorescent ink or pigmentation to cooperate with light emitted by the candle to provide a glow-in-the-dark effect when the candle is extinguished. Alternatively, the luminary product may be an oil lamp within a chimney or globe, and the phosphorescent ink or pigmentation may be charged by external ambient radiant energy to provide energy for emission in the absence of light.

Abstract: There is provided a globe supporting structure that supports a globe of a gas lantern which burns combustible gas discharged from a gas cartridge containing the combustible gas by means of a burner head located inside the globe, including a ventilator positioned above the globe, a plurality of wires rotatably arranged on the ventilator, each of which rotates about the ventilator, and is shaped so as to be capable of reaching a bottom surface of the globe, and a globe supporting plate that supports the globe, and is provided with first arrangement which is detachably engagable with a portion of the wires reaching the bottom surface of the globe. In accordance with the globe supporting structure, the globe can be removed easily from the globe supporting plate without breaking the globe.

Abstract: A primary outer shell includes, in its most preferred embodiment, a base and a wall which includes at least one embedded foreign object and defines openings into an inner cavity containing a burnable candle member which causes the outer shell to glow and cast shadows without melting. The outer shell is constructed according to a unique molding method which includes at least partially immersing a swollen distensible mold, such as a water-filled balloon, into a reservoir of molding material, such as wax, to allow the molding material to form a molded shell around the distensible mold. After the distensible mold with the attached molded shell is removed from the reservoir of molding material, it is placed upon a flat surface to form a flat bottom into the molded shell.

Abstract: A primary outer shell includes, in its most preferred embodiment, a base and a wall which includes at least one embedded foreign object and defines openings into an inner cavity containing a burnable candle member which causes the outer shell to glow and cast shadows without melting. The outer shell is constructed according to a unique molding method which includes at least partially immersing a swollen distensible mold, such as a water-filled balloon, into a reservoir of molding material, such as wax, to allow the molding material to form a molded shell around the distensible mold. After the distensible mold with the attached molded shell is removed from the reservoir of molding material, it is placed upon a flat surface to form a flat bottom into the molded shell.

Abstract: A functional, commemorative, handcrafted candle lit lantern made in many colors and enlosed in glass panels, the front panel being elevatable, a dripless candle seated on a pedestal, wherein the candle can be raised through a roof of the lantern to be snuffed out or lit, a brass plate on the front side of the base of the lantern having an inscription descriptive of the lantern thereon, the front panel having an etching depicting a pictorial scene that corresponds with the inscription and a laminated card having an anecdote commensurate with the inscription associated therewith.

Abstract: A combination fan/lamp includes a base, an upstanding base column on the base, a ring-shaped frame fixedly supported atop the base column for mounting a fan assembly having a motor that is spaced from the frame; a fixture column rigidly extending upwardly from the frame and having an illuminating fixture atop the fixture module column. In one configuration, the fan lamp further includes a lamphead that is supported in a desired position and orientation relative to the frame on a curvable gooseneck that projects from the frame, the gooseneck being sufficiently long for holding a full loop thereof while supporting the lamphead. In preferred configurations, modular mechanical and electrical connections are provided between the base and the frame and/or between the frame and the fixture. The fan assembly can be adjustably oriented relative to a main air path that is perpendicular to the base column. Also, the fan lamp can be provided with an oscillating fan.

Abstract: A chimney assembly for an illumination source comprises a support including a tubular hub and a set of spokes radiating out from the hub. A chimney of a transparent material is shaped and arranged to sit on the support so that the outer ends of the spokes supportively engage the inner surface of the chimney.

Abstract: A table lamp that utilizes a fuel cell having a hollow glass or plastic envelope that includes an elongated body section joined to an expanded base by a pinched neck, and a flame shield mounted upon the top of the body section. The fuel cell has an elongated fuel container that rests upon the pinched neck of the envelope and a burner that is positioned within the flame shield. The flame shield has a top opening that permits the fuel cell to be inserted or removed from the envelope therethrough. A shade may be removably mounted upon the flame shield and a decorative insert slidably positioned between the fuel cell and the body of the envelope.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing and adjusting the orientation of a motor vehicle headlamp, and a motor vehicle for performing the method. The present invention relates to manufacturing and adjusting the orientation of a motor vehicle headlamp and to a motor vehicle headlamp for performing the method. In a headlamp (7) of the type comprising a transparent front glass (15) fixed to the bodywork (28, 29) of the vehicle and an optical assembly (35, 36) having an optical axis (38) passing through the glass (15), graduated adjustment means (90) are provided for adjusting the orientation of the optical assembly (35, 36) relative to the glass (15) in order to enable the orientation of the optical axis (38) to be adjusted using said means (90) relative to an error as measured between the orientation of the glass (15) as mounted and a predetermined orientation thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to manufacturing and adjusting the orientation of a motor vehicle headlamp and to a motor vehicle headlamp for performing the method. In a headlamp (7) of the type comprising a transparent front glass (15) fixed to the bodywork (28, 29) of the vehicle and an optical assembly (35, 36) having an optical axis (38) passing through the glass (15), graduated adjustment means (90) are provided for adjusting the orientation of the optical assembly (35, 36) relative to the glass (15) in order to enable the orientation of the optical axis (38) to be adjusted using said means (90) relative to an error as measured between the orientation of the glass (15) as mounted and a predetermined orientation thereof. This makes it possible to use mechanical means for measuring such an error and to adjust the orientation of the optical axis as a result of such measurement providing the headlamp is of the above-described type.

Abstract: A folding reflector for a lantern is formed from a pair of reflecting panels which are pivotally secured for pivotal movement between a folded position in which the panels are superposed and an extended position in which the panels extend in opposite directions from the pivot. When the panels are extended, the reflector can be inserted around the globe of the lantern. When the panels are folded, the reflector can be stored in the bottom of the fount of the lantern.

Abstract: A cylindrical container of liquid fuel has a removable closure through which projects a tubular fitting supporting an adjustable wick. A set of spring metal support members are mounted on the container and have movable leg portions supporting a cylindrical transparent globe for axial movement between a collapsed position surrounding the container and an elevated position when the leg portions spring outwardly to form a stabilized support. A cover plate mounts on the globe and is retained by a cap member which engages the fitting and seals with the closure when the globe is in its collapsed position. A flexible chain connects the cap member to an L-shaped wire arm pivotally supported by one of the support members for movement between a collapsed position on top of the cover plate to an extended position where the chain may be used to suspend the lantern.

Abstract: A fluid lamp assembly (10) converts a candlestick (24) to a fluid lamp. A rubber stopper (20) fits into cup (22) of the candlestick (24). The assembly (10) has a hollow glass container (12) with a bottom (14) having a pointed tip (16) which fits into hole (18) in the rubber stopper (20). A fiberglass wick (34) extends into oil reservoir (40) and has a tip extending from opening (26) in container (12).

Abstract: The burning cylinder for use in heating apparatuses consists of a base which is disposed to surround a heat source such as flame or red-hot material, constitutes the shell of a burning chamber and is made of a material that is high in heat-resistivity and transparent or translucent such as glass or the like and at least has its inside deposited with a coating layer of metal, e.g., Ti, Zr, Fe, etc. or a coating layer of a compound of such metals.

Abstract: A hydrocarbon-burning lantern is convertible from a broadcast configuration to a spotlight configuration. The cover, glass housing, and bail of a conventional lantern are removed and replaced with a semi-spherical reflector having a glass-covered opening and a handle. A ring clamps the glass window against the open face of the reflector. A number of vent openings are provided in the reflector to cool the lantern and permit the lantern to be lighted. The handle permits the lantern to be maneuvered effectively.

Abstract: The present invention relates to improvements in self contained illuminating devices, generally of the type otherwise referred to as candles, but differing from ordinary candles in that a container is employed into which a combustible oil or a meltable, combustible substance, such as wax or tallow, is placed, such as by pouring the same in a melted state such that upon hardening, the material conforms to the shape of the container. In particular, the focus of the invention is on an improved flame sustaining wick device constructed primarily of a non-rigid, typically low combustibility material having a cellular structure which will permit a drawing action by the wick of the liquid oil or melted material up through the wick to the flame.