Abstract: A decorative lighting system for sporting equipment includes at least one strip of electrical lights, such as LED lamps, which are connected to an electrical power source via wiring, and which are attached to an article of sporting equipment such as a snowboard, snow skis, snowshoes, a skateboard, a bicycle, or the like. The decorative lighting system may be substantially waterproof, and may provide both an attractive appearance when the sporting equipment is used in low-light conditions, while making the sporting equipment more visible in darkness.

Abstract: A LED retrofit lamp for replacement of socket fitted CFL lamp driven by fluorescent ballast is provided. The retrofit lamp comprises a plurality of LEDS in connection with the fluorescent ballast. The circuit of the lamp comprises a bridge rectifier that converts the AC waveform into DC.

Abstract: A lighting system provides for control of the perceived color of the light emitted by the light fixture. The light fixture has two light sources, a control circuit pulses the two light sources and changes relative duty cycles of the light sources to alter a perceived color output of the lighting fixture, in response to a control signal. Duty cycles of the light sources are a function of the control signal.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a durable lighting apparatus having a plurality of light sockets arranged within a translucent housing such that when the light sockets are fitted with lamps and energized the lamps emit a substantially isotropic radiation pattern through the translucent housing. The light sockets are preferably attached to a flexible substrate which allows the device to absorb shock without damaging the sockets. In a preferred embodiment, the socket assembly is permitted to slide vertically along a central column where shock-absorbing devices are positioned above and below the socket assembly.

Abstract: A light module system includes a receptacle, which may be mounted on a support surface, such as a heat sink, and further includes a cover and an LED assembly rotatably coupled to the cover. The LED assembly seats within the receptacle which causes terminals of the LED assembly to align with contacts on the receptacle. One of the cover and the receptacle has a plurality of ramps and the other has a plurality of shoulders. The cover can be rotated relative to the receptacle to cause the shoulders to slide relative to the ramps so as to direct the LED assembly into the receptacle. When the LED assembly is attached to the receptacle, the terminals on the LED assembly mate with the contacts on the receptacle.

Abstract: A candle stand with faux flame is disclosed, including a lamp stand, power supply, support frame, holder, flame decorative element, light-emitting body, motor, driving element, first resistive magnet body, and at least a second resistive magnet body. The support frame is fixedly standing upon lamp stand; the flame decorative element is suspended at top of holder; the light-emitting body emits light towards flame decorative element. The power supply and motor are inside lamp stand for driving the driving element. The first resistive magnet body is disposed at lower end of flame decorative element. The second resistive magnet body is disposed on the driving element. When the motor drives the driving element, the second resistive magnet body moves close to or away from first resistive magnet body so as to sway flame decorative element. With projected light, the swaying flame decorative element emulates a flame.

Abstract: A flashlight includes a housing for receiving a battery; a first light supported by the housing, the first light configured to emit light in a first direction; a second light supported by the housing, the second light configured to emit light in a second direction that is non-parallel with the first direction; and an actuation switch configured for selectively powering the first light and the second light with the battery received in the housing.

Abstract: A surface mount light (10) comprises a base assembly (12) and a first diffuser (14). The base assembly (12) includes (i) a housing body (25) having a base (16) and a side (18) that is coupled to the base (16), the base (16) being mountable on a surface (15); (ii) a light assembly (22) positioned substantially within the housing body (25), the light assembly (22) including one or more LED lights (34), wherein power is selectively provided to the light assembly (22) such that at least one of the one or more LED lights (34) directs light away from the base (16); and (iii) a first attachment member (40). The first diffuser (14) includes a second attachment member (42) that selectively engages the first attachment member (40) to selectively attach the first diffuser (14) to the base assembly (12) without damaging the base assembly (12) and the first diffuser (14).

Abstract: This invention concerns a method of filming a subjected to be projected as a Pepper's Ghost image. The method may comprise filming a subject under a lighting arrangement having one or more front lights for illuminating a front of a subject and one or more backlights. The lights may be controlled such that the total brightness of the one or more front lights, as measured of the subject, is less than or approximately the same as the total brightness of the one or more backlights, as measured at the subject. The subject may be located directly above one or more floor lights such the subject is illuminated from below by the one or more floor lights. The lights may comprise one or more LEDs. A drop-off distance of the front lights may be less than a distance between the front lights and a backscreen.

Abstract: A decorative lighting assembly incorporating at least a first rectangular sheet having upper and lower edges and having lateral edges; a plurality of fold scores impressed into the at least first rectangular sheet, the fold scores defining a laterally extending series of adjacent lantern wall faces; an adhesive pad fixedly attached to one of the edges among the pair of lateral edges, the adhesive pad being positioned for, upon folding of the at least first rectangular sheet creating angles between the lantern wall faces totaling 360°, holding the at least first rectangular sheet at an interior space defining configuration; perforate image indicia formed from at least a first aperture, the perforate image indicia, upon the holding of the at least first rectangular sheet at the interior space defining configuration, opening the interior space for light emission; and a first illuminator fitted for receipt within the interior space.

Abstract: An illumination device for attachment to a hose has a housing coupled to the hose. The housing allows a substance from the hose to flow through the housing. An electronic circuit is stored in an interior of the housing to illuminate an area in front of the hose and to transmit data to and from the illumination device.

Abstract: Solid state light engines are disclosed that emit a bright, non-symmetrical emission pattern, with a relatively high luminous flux and from a relatively small area. The light engines can be used in many different types and sizes of light sources, with some embodiments providing a light quantity, quality and distribution similar to conventional J-type Halogen light sources. The light engines are arranged with integral power supplies and heat management features that allow for the engines to provide high emission intensities while generating significantly less heat at the light source. This can result in significantly higher efficiency and greater life space. In some embodiments, the light can perform similarly to a halogen J-type Lamp 80 mm light tube, while generating similar or greater amounts of light. The light engines according to the present invention provide the capability to be used in low profile light fixtures.

Abstract: A simple and affordable LED device for illuminating part of the rod and the fishing line. The device made of at least one LED; a manner for removably attaching the LED to the fishing pole; a power source for the LED; a way for electrically connecting the power source to the LED; and a method to control electric power to the LED so that the power source energizes the LED and the LED illuminates the line and tip of the fishing pole.

Abstract: A light source assembly includes a housing assembly, a plurality of disparate light sources that are coupled to the housing assembly, a power source, a control system and a selector assembly. Each of the light sources generates an output beam that is directed away from the housing assembly, wherein each of the output beams has a center wavelength that is in a different wavelength range than each of the other output beams. The power source provides electrical power to each of the light sources. The control system selectively controls the electrical power that is provided by the power source to the light sources. The selector assembly is electrically connected to the control system, and is selectively controllable to selectively direct current to each of the light sources to generate the desired output beams.

Abstract: An organic light emitting display device is disclosed which includes a magnet inserted into a bottom cover. The magnet is used to combine an organic light emitting display panel with a support means which is used to support the organic light emitting display panel and includes an upper cover, the bottom cover and a side cover. A sealing member included in the organic light emitting display panel is fastened to the bottom cover by a magnetic force of the magnet. As such, it is easy to separate the organic light emitting display panel and the support means from each other when a fault is generated in any component. In accordance therewith, the manufacturing process can be simplified and the faulty component can be easily replaced with a normal component. As a result, the manufacturing costs of the organic light emitting display device can be reduced.

Abstract: A system and method for generating artificial light for interior or exterior illumination are provided to illuminate interior and exterior underground, underwater, ground level, and above ground structures and spaces by employing various combinations of solar photovoltaic-generated power and conventional power to directly power LED or other light sources to provide interior or exterior illumination of a desired optimal intensity. One embodiment of this system provides a virtual skylight that illuminates interior structures and spaces with the benefits of illumination provided by a conventional skylight but without the disadvantages. A direct connection between a solar photovoltaic cell and the LED or other light-producing source eliminates complex and costly circuitry in both interior and exterior applications. The system is configured to provide, alternatively, solar PV power and/or conventional power as required to maintain artificial illumination at a desired optimum threshold intensify.

Abstract: Embodiments may provide an extendable light source with a variable light emitting area. A first device is provided that includes a support, a first substrate movably coupled to the support, and a plurality of lighting devices disposed on the first substrate. The plurality of lighting devices includes a first portion of lighting devices and a second portion of lighting devices. The first device also includes an energizing component that is configured to selectively energize the first portion and the second portion of lighting devices based on a position of the first substrate relative to the support.

Abstract: An illumination system is housed in a footwear, the footwear including a sole and an upper. A structure and a liner form inner layers connected to the upper. A plurality of illumination sources are electrically connected to a power source and positioned adjacent to the liner. The illumination sources are positioned between the liner and upper. A batting is designed to be light diffusing, while the upper has a light diffusing section. The light emitted from the plurality of illumination sources is diffused as it passes through the batting and light diffusing section. Aesthetic designs can be creating, either through the arrangement of the plurality of illumination sources or the provision of a light impermeable section on the upper. The light impermeable section, in combination with the light diffusion section, can be used to form or outline an aesthetic design. The result is an internally illuminated footwear with diffused light.

Abstract: An illuminated walking cane including a handle, a pole, and a rubber tab on the distal end of the pole. The handle includes a compartment for at least one battery connected through an electric circuit to a plurality of luminous sources. The luminous sources are placed in different heights on the inside of the cane. The cane also contains a series of tubular extended pieces that enlarge and shorten by fitting one into the other, in telescopic action. An automatic trigger mechanism allows the cane to be both retractile and protractile.

Abstract: A flashlight with a sidelight structure is provided and is for use in illumination in dim environments or at night. A sidelight is peripherally disposed at a predetermined position on the flashlight and emits light in a second direction different from the direction of light emitted from a frontlight of the flashlight such that, depending on the required direction of irradiation, a user presses a frontlight switch to turn on the frontlight or presses a sidelight switch to turn on the sidelight. Therefore, the flashlight provides illumination broadly and flexibly.

Abstract: An improved LED illuminated rolling game ball designed to use three AAA batteries. The ball includes a plastic, opaque spherical body with an axially aligned bore in which a multiple LED light assembly extends. The light assembly includes an outer tube, an intermediate sleeve, a multiple AAA battery holder, a multiple LED bulb holder, one switch cap and one end cap. In one embodiment, outer tube is a solid structure made of electrical conductive material includes two opposite end openings that connect to the switch and end caps that hold the outer tube in place in the bore. LED bulb holes are formed on the outer tube. The intermediate sleeve is located inside the outer tube and the battery holder is located inside the intermediate sleeve. The LED bulb holder includes a PCB with two or more LED bulbs arms that hold the LED bulbs outward through the bores formed on the outer tube.

Abstract: A bicycle light for securing to a handlebar or other part of a bike, or to a rider's helmet, has an angled front face that allows use of a single, flat LED circuit board with one or more deep conic or parabolic reflectors positioned in front of the upper part of the board and one or more shallow reflectors in front of the bottom part of the board. This provides for both a spot beam produced by the deep reflector and flood light produced by the shallow reflector, in a compact and efficient assembly. Another important feature of the device is side lighting which can be independently controlled, important in affording the rider side lighting while in street traffic but the option to pulse or switch off the side lighting when riding on a trail.

Abstract: A light-emitting device comprising at least: a metal layer able to be heated and to propagate surface waves consecutive to the heating of the metal layer, with the metal layer being structured such that it comprises several diffraction patterns able to carry out a diffraction of the surface waves to free-space propagation modes, and wherein a synthetic hologram is encoded such that a phase image of each pixel of the hologram is encoded by an offset in the position of one of the diffraction patterns; a heater of the metal layer.

Abstract: Systems and apparatuses are disclosed for a portable light having a modular base. In one embodiment, a portable light having a modular base comprises a housing portion and a modular base portion. The housing portion may comprise a light source, power source, and lens. The modular base portion may comprise a mounting portion, and the modular base portion is configured to removably connect to the housing portion. The housing portion is further configured to operatively connect to the modular base portion through a deformable fabric, such that the housing portion is rotatable relative to the modular base portion when the housing portion is operatively connected to the modular base portion through a deformable fabric.

Abstract: A novel flashlight assembly that includes an interface integrated into the housing thereof to facilitate mounting of the flashlight to the dovetail rail on a modern combat weapon. The outer body of the flashlight includes a head mounted to a flashlight body at one end and a tapered tail extending outwardly at the other end of the body. Further, the flashlight includes a clamping interface that is a seamless and integrated feature of the outer housing of the flashlight itself for interfacing the flashlight with a firearm. The operational modes of the flashlight are controlled by a single push button and a selector switch. To facilitate a highly compact design the flashlight employs two circuitry arrangements positioned remote from one another and in communication with one another via a single conductive trace to operate at a first signal frequency or a second signal frequency.

Abstract: An illumination module includes a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) and a light conversion sub-assembly mounted near but physically separated from the LEDs. The light conversion sub-assembly includes at least a portion that is a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) material that also includes a wavelength converting material. Despite being less reflective than other materials that may be used in the light conversion sub-assembly, the PTFE material unexpectedly produces an increase in luminous output, compared to other more reflective materials, when the PTFE material includes a wavelength converting material.

Abstract: A multipurpose sign base suitable for supporting temporary signs includes an upstanding mast supportable atop a support surface by a substantially horizontally extending, elongate, support member connected to a lower region of the mast, and by a plurality of elongate leg members of adjustable length each having an upper portion movably connected to a central region of the mast, and each having a lower portion movably connected to a different foot adapted to engage a different area of the support surface at locations arrayed about the mast. An upper region of the mast is connectable to a sign to support and display the sign. The legs and feet have retracted positions near the mast. A rearwardly extending formation of the horizontal support member can be coupled to a vehicle hitch so the sign base also can be supported on a vehicle for transport while displaying a sign.

Abstract: An adjustable safety light attachment with an opening that can be adjusted in size and shape to fit various sizes and patterns of handles for any tool. The adjustable safety light attachment has a hollow housing with a front portion that is held together to a back portion using a hinge, so that the front portion can swivel with respect to the back portion. The front portion and back portion are also held together and locked in a closed position using at least one strap. Adjustable inserts are inserted inside the housing and can be changed to control the opening of the hollow housing. A circuit board containing control circuitry is powered using a power source, with both being disposed on the hollow housing. The control circuitry is used to control a plurality of lights disposed in various places on the hollow housing.

Abstract: A lighting system (1) for display cases (2), namely jewelry display cases, comprising a strip of lights (3) that move back and forth or oscillate in a predetermined motion to create a sparkling effect on diamonds and other gem stones.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus includes a light housing, a base mount, an extension member, and a lighting arrangement. The light housing includes a first housing member moveably supported such that the first housing member is capable of rotating about a first longitudinal axis thereof, and a second housing member movably supported such that the second housing member is capable of rotating about a second longitudinal axis thereof. The lighting arrangement is provided in the light housing for forming a plurality of light sources of predetermined intensity, wherein when the first housing member and the second housing member are pivotally moved with respect to each other and rotatably moved about the first longitudinal axis and the second longitudinal axis respectively, the light sources are arranged to selectively and simultaneously provide illumination towards two illumination directions.

Abstract: An electricity self-supply type bus stop includes a fixed rod provided with a complex stop board and an upper shed. The upper shed has an inner peripheral side installed with an illuminating lamp and an outer peripheral side disposed with an indicating lamp positioned over the illuminating lamp. The fixed rod further has at least one power generation device secured thereon. By so designing, the electricity self-supply type bus stop can self-supply electric power for creating a bright waiting environment to increase safety of passengers waiting to take buses at night and also enable the passengers to read the information on the complex stop board and for starting the indicating lamp to emit light to let an approaching bus know that there are passengers waiting to take the bus at the stop, thus increasing safety of the passengers waiting at the stop at night and conforming to economic gains.

Abstract: A portable light with spectrum control means which allows the user to adjust the output spectrum manually and conveniently. The portable light includes compact housing with waterproof design and excellent heat dissipation, and it is preferably powered by batteries. A light source with multiple light-emitting units is aligned with light mixing and projecting components to produce light with uniform and consistent output synthetic spectra. Peripheral components, such as tactile switch, potentiometer, etc., and the electrical control circuit work together to respond to the user's actions to adjust the spectrum of the output light. The power management module regulates the electrical output of the power source to maintain a consistent light output as the power source drains.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a light that can be used to illuminate a subject for a photographic or video capture. The light is designed to be easily transportable and to provide a bright but diffused illumination of the subject.

Abstract: A vehicular illuminating device includes a first illuminating part configured to illuminate in a traveling direction of a vehicle, a second illuminating part configured to be able to emit light by using an illumination pattern different from that of the first illuminating part, and a control part configured to control the second illuminating part so that the second illuminating part can illuminate in a direction of a recommended route by using the illumination pattern different from that of the first illuminating part if a route guiding part is guiding the vehicle to a destination along the recommended route.

Abstract: A flashlight includes a receptacle receiving a processing device and a battery and a light controlling device, the processing device is coupled to the battery and the light controlling device, two light members are coupled to the light controlling device for generating flashlights of different colors, the processing device is coupled to the light members for generating the flashlights, a switch device is coupled to the battery for controlling the processing device to actuate the light members, a control button is coupled to the processing device for operating the light controlling device to operate the light members to generate the flashlights of different colors, and a stick is attachable to the receptacle.

Abstract: A portable illuminating device is provided. The device has a rechargeable battery that can be re-charged using a wide variety of power sources, making is especially appropriate for use away from conventional power sources. The device can be connected to a wide variety of fittings that allow the device to be attached to users and to other objects. In some arrangements, the device includes a CPU that manages the power voltage and the temperature of the device so that its operation can be optimized.

Abstract: A flashlight is provided. The flashlight includes a frame defined by a rail that extends around a central opening predominantly within a single plane, a mounting loop extending outboard of the frame on a first end, and a planar circuit board disposed within the central opening. An LED light extends through the frame on a second end of the frame opposite the first end. A rechargeable battery is disposed on the circuit board, and a switch is provided that couples the battery to the LED light. An actuator of the switch extends through the frame between the first and second ends, a USB connector extends through the frame between the first and second ends and a battery charger is disposed on the circuit board that charges the battery via energy received through the USB connector.

Abstract: A lantern lighting device includes a base portion defining a user interface, an upper portion coupled to the base portion and having an upper cover, an energy storage device disposed within at least one of the base portion and the upper cover, a first LED and a second LED coupled to the upper cover and configured to provide a first and a second light output, a divider coupled to the base portion and the upper cover, and a controller. The divider forms a partition between the first LED and the second LED that separates the first light output from the second light output. The controller selectively engages the first LED in a first operation mode to provide approximately 180 degrees of illumination or that engages both the first LED and the second LED in a second operation mode to provide approximately 360 degrees of illumination.

Abstract: A wide-range portable illumination device is an apparatus that produces a wide horizontal band of light in order to illuminate a wider scope of objects within the dark. The apparatus evenly distributes a plurality of illumination device along a circular arc. Each illumination device is physically separate from each other, which allows them to be arranged in a radially pattern along the circular arc. In addition, each illumination device includes an light emitting diode (LED) bulb and a pyramidal case. The LED bulb traverse into the apex of the pyramidal case and is centrally mounted within the pyramidal case. The pyramidal case has a plurality of lateral panels that surrounds the LED bulb. Each lateral panel has an inner reflective surface, which focuses the light emitted by the LED bulb in one direction. The apparatus also includes a housing, a portable power source, a switch, and an ergonomic handle.

Abstract: This invention provides an electrical apparatus that includes a main body portion, a battery pack, and a frame portion. The main body portion comprises a converting portion that may convert electric power to one of light, wind, heat, and sound; and an outputting portion. The battery pack may detachably mounted on a battery holder provided at the main body portion, and may supply electric power to the converting portion. The frame portion may rotatably support the main body portion, and may define a first ground contact plane that can contact a ground surface and a second ground contact plane that can contact the ground surface at a different angle from an angle of the first ground contact plane. The main body portion may be rotatable relative to the frame portion without contacting the ground surface.

Abstract: Indoor holiday lights comprising a strand of lights and ornaments wherein the ornaments comprise a specially designed picture frame inside of which the user can insert a favorite photograph or other printed image, wherein the picture frame is positioned on the surface of an ornament. Also provided is a strand of holiday lights further comprising an electronic scrolling banner that displays any number of holiday messages and offerings of good tidings and cheer options positioned below the frame.

Abstract: An LED heat sink apparatus (20) comprising a housing (22) that defines a chamber (26). A downward platform (82) is connected with the housing (22) in the chamber (26) to define a bottom cavity (84) and a central cavity (88). LED's (94) are disposed in the bottom cavity (84) for emitting light through a lens (60). The downward platform (82) defines a plurality of holes (106, 108, 116, 118), and a solid ring (104) that has a substantially impervious surface to divide the holes (106, 108, 116, 118) into chimney holes (106, 116, 118) disposed radially inwardly from the solid ring (104) and the LED (94) for directing hot air heated by the LED (94) in the bottom cavity (84) of the chamber (26) into the central cavity (88), and return holes (108) disposed radially outwardly from the solid ring (104) and near the side wall (24) of said housing (22) for directing cool air in the central cavity (88) of the housing (22) that has been cooled by the side wall (24) of the housing (22) into the bottom cavity (84).

Abstract: A modular lighting system for controlling light output and direction in a pole top luminaire includes a base. Lighting modules which have LEDs mounted on a heat sink include pairs of heat pipes extending from the heat sink plug into the base. Openings in the base receive the heat pipes to support the lighting modules in a desired orientation, enabling location specific customized orientation. The assembly allows universal replacement of pole top luminaires with efficient LED light engines, yet without need for custom parts, thus enabling a wide variety of applications for the lighting modules.

Abstract: A cordless light attachment for a tool includes a housing that has a proximal end and a distal end, and an interior cavity that extends from the proximal end to the distal end, forming an opening extending through the housing from the proximal end to the distal end. The device receives therein a tool and removably attaches to the tool. The device has at least one light source powered by a cordless power source arranged on or within the housing.

Abstract: A portable lighting assembly, such as a flashlight, is disclosed. The portable lighting assembly may include a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a laser controllable by a switch. In some examples, the LEDs are of different colors and the laser is green. The portable lighting assembly may include a lens shield to direct light emissions when in an extended position and not direct light emissions when in a retracted position. The portable lighting assembly may also include a plurality of collimators disposed above the LEDs and a lens disposed above the plurality of collimators and the laser and through which the LEDs and the laser project light.

Abstract: A structure of candle with faux ice crack pattern includes: a main base body, having power source part providing connection to battery for power; a light-emitting unit, having two light-emitting elements, with one placed separately above the other, light-emitting unit disposed on top of main base body and electrically connected to power source part; a pattern film, transmittable, surface having grid pattern formed by laser etching, and housed inside a shell; a shell, a hollow transparent shell, with one end having an opening, outer surface of shell having ice crack pattern, and engaged to main base body. As such, the light of light-emitting unit projects grid pattern on pattern film onto the shell to form crisscross pattern with ice crack pattern on outer surface of shell so that the shell can display separate color, grid and difference shades of luminance to achieve the visual effect of faux ice crack.

Abstract: A lighting device includes two different types of light emitting elements and two different types of power sources for selective illumination. In particular, the lighting device has AC-LEDs and DC-LEDs that are illuminated by an AC power source and a DC power source, respectively, without the need for current conversion. The AC-LEDs and DC-LEDs may be disposed within a LED lamp which is installable in any preexisting light fixture.

Abstract: An illumination apparatus that includes a housing assembly made up of a housing, seat and top with optional attachment. A light source, power source, switch and controller are further included with the assembly. A light-altering device is also included in or proximate to the housing. The light source emits light through a light-altering surface. An optional motor is included to move the light alternating surface or light source, such as about a central axis. The switch and controller connected are programmable to control and vary the light source and motor among preselected and selectable patterns.

Abstract: The exemplary lamp devices have polygon lamp devices, polygon-round lamp devices and round lamp devices which can be used indoor and outdoor for illumination of a surrounding area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an LED light emitting device and a driving method thereof. The LED light emitting device supplies a power supply voltage to at least two LED channels. The LED light emitting device samples channel voltages of the at least two LED channels to detect a minimum voltage from among the sampled voltages, and amplifies a difference between the detected minimum voltage and a predetermined reference voltage to generate an error amplifying signal. The LED light emitting device generates an enable signal having a duty extended by a predetermined delay period from a duty of a dimming signal for controlling light emission periods of the at least two LED channels. In this instance, the error generator is operable by the enable signal.