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

Abstract: An improved personal rescue light attachable to a life vest or raft for use by an individual floating in a large body of water (salt or fresh) having increased visible range especially with fresh water usage. The device includes a water-activated battery and improved battery housing that increases the battery efficiency to produce more power for an incandescent lamp that provides a single source of light through a lens providing for a very narrow, intense beam of light, greatly increasing the overall candle power of the projected light beam.

Abstract: A self contained, self-powered, bright, typically visible, light source in a strong case having a transparent dome is thrown or fired into position by police as a non-injurious agent of coercive intervention. Light is emitted after a predetermined delay, typically ten seconds, from a unidirectional manual actuation, typically by act of pulling an insulating plastic strip from between electrical contacts within the case. Once activated, the light source may not be readily deactivated, and will shine sufficiently brightly so as to be temporarily blinding to the direct view of any human who is close enough to the light source so as to touch it. A spent light source may be discarded but is commonly recycled by being recharged.

Abstract: A trouble light has a positionally adjustable hook and also may carry a rotatable cord reel. The trouble light has a shield that mounts to a base and extends alongside a light source. An elongated slot extends through the shield. A hook for hanging the trouble light has a shank that extends through and is slidable along the slot. A securing device will secure the shank to the shield at selected points and at selected angular orientations. A cord reel mounts to the shank and is rotatable relative to the shank.

Abstract: A portable electric warning light comprises an elongated electrically conducting housing to which an end cap is connected at one end to provide an on/off switch function and to which a gas discharge flash tube is connected at the other end for emitting, through both end and side walls of a cover connected to the housing, bright flashes of light in response to the operation of batteries and an electronic circuit contained within the housing. The batteries are rechargeable, which can be accomplished in a particular implementation wherein external terminals provide access to the batteries without disassembling the light. The connection of one end of the batteries to the electronic circuit is made through the end cap assembly and the housing, and in one embodiment the connection of the other end of the batteries to the electronic circuit is made through the metallic housing of a flash capacitor forming part of the circuit.

Abstract: A lighting device adapted for personal use, and having a frame structure, an electric lamp, a battery associated with the frame structure, a switch mechanism with which the lamp is associated and carried by the frame structure and having a movable switch arm supporting contacts connected with the lamp and operable for selectively making and breaking a lamp energizing circuit between the battery and the lamp by movable operation of the arm, and there being structure for attaching the device in place for use.

Abstract: A fluorescent lantern is disclosed which incorporates a radio receiver in its base member. A separate remote control transmitter has a command switch and, in a response to input therefrom, radiates a radio frequency command signal to the receiver. In response to the command signal from the transmitter, the receiver feeds a control signal to a control unit in the base member which operates the fluorescent light tubes, as directed by the command input. The fluorescent lantern, remote control transmitter and receiver are battery powered. The lantern has a pair of reflectors mounted on a lower surface of the base and a lower surface of a top member. The reflectors have convex reflective surfaces to generally reflect light from the fluorescent tubes outwardly from the lantern. A central support rod and fastener secure the lantern base, top member and globe together while allowing manual detachment of the top member to allow access to the fluorescent tubes for removal and installation thereof.

Abstract: The invention is a device that attaches to a flashlight and makes the flashlight a cordless trouble-light. The invention consists of an outer cylindrical shell with a closed top and open bottom. The open bottom is threaded so that it can be screwed onto the lamp of a flashlight so designed for this concept. In the front of the cylindrical shell is a clear window. Within the shell and behind the clear window is a mirror that is adapted so that when the light source from the flashlight shines upon the mirror, the mirror reflects toward the clear window. A plastic snap-on shield is placed over the clear window for protection. The snap-on shield can be removed for easy cleaning of the window.

Abstract: A selectively illuminated jar which truly exemplifies the happy mood associated with sunshine by operation of an illumination system within the jar. A clear plastic jar is connected at its top with screw-on cap. An illumination system located at the top of the jar includes a substantially semicircular lens which simulates a sun-like surface. Within the lens is a light bulb, a battery and a switch which selectively electrically connects the battery with the light bulb as the cap is screwed on with respect to the jar. Optionally, the bottom of the jar may have a reflective surface to increment the lighting effect of the jar. Further, the bottom portion of the jar may include a cup upon which selected writing may be placed, such as "Sunshine in a Jar". Alternatively, the writing may be placed directly upon the jar itself.

Abstract: A flashlight including a handle for receiving a power supply and a light source releasably mounted to the handle for emitting light. An exterior transparent cup is coupled to the handle and a middle transparent cup is coupled to the handle. The second transparent cup is positioned intermediate the first transparent cup and the light source. The exterior transparent cup and the middle transparent cup define a outer chamber therebetween for receiving colored fluid therein. An interior transparent cup is coupled to the handle and positioned between the middle transparent cup and the light source. The middle transparent cup and exterior transparent cup define an inner chamber for receiving colored fluid. Accordingly, the light emitted from the light source passes through the colored fluids and colored light is emitted from the exterior transparent cup.

Abstract: A solar powered lamp utilizing cold cathode fluoresecent illumination and means for facilitating same. The solar powered lamp is powered through the utilization of photovoltaic cells which charge a battery for providing power to a cold cathode fluorescent bulb in the absence of sunlight. The cold cathode fluorescent bulb provides increased illumination and a longer lamp life. The solar powered lamp comprises circuitry for converting the low power provided by the battery into an alternating current voltage sufficient to operate the cold cathode fluorescent bulb in order to facilitate a longer lamp life and provide increased illumination. In a preferred embodiment, a lens configured with vertically disposed ribs about its inner surface is disposed about the cold cathode fluorescent lamp, which is vertically disposed within the lamp, to further enhance illumination.

Abstract: A hole locator for use by installers of electrical fixtures is disclosed. The locator comprises a tapered shank of light conducting material having means at a first end to pierce a hole in a panel such as a ceiling. The tapered shank wedges in the pierced hole to hold the locator in place. A light source in the second end provides light through the length of the hole locator so the installer can easily find the locator from the opposite side of the panel. An eye or a hook in the first end provides means for pulling a wire or a pull string through the hole when the locator is withdrawn from the pierced hole.

Abstract: A solar power-operated, construction work warning lamp comprising a base covered by a bottom cover to hold a power supply control circuit and a column, the power supply control circuit consisted of a storage battery, a power switch and an IC board, the column having a plurality of LEDs thereon respectively connected to the power supply control circuit, a lamp guard mounted on the base at the top and covered with a transparent, convex cover, a solar cell assembly supported on the column inside the lamp guard and electrically connected to the power supply control circuit, and a plurality of reflectors mounted on a plurality of openings around the lamp guard, wherein the radiant energy of sunlight collected by the solar cell assembly is converted into electric power for charging the storage battery and for driving the light emitting elements to flash signals by means of the control of the IC board and the power switch.

Abstract: An improved marker light for temporary or emergency use in delineating the boundaries of safe aircraft landing areas and for other signalling purposes, the marker light having a cylindrical housing secured to the exterior of a ballast bag and provided with a lamp assembly and cover, the marker light being activated by rotation of the cover.

Abstract: An all-weather, stable emergency signal lamp comprising a two-piece case, a rechargeable battery, a strobe light assembly and a dome lens.

Abstract: A battery powered pocket flashlight has a noncorrosive and electrically nonconductive case containing a restrictive aperture for the projection of light from the lamp source and a resilient color filter attached externally upon the end of the case by integral stub axles extending inward into the case for an axis of rotation intersecting perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the flashlight for operation by the user in the selection of unfiltered light of the lamp source or a light at a color of the visible spectrum of colors. The filter is secured to the case by resilience of the filter material and by its shape in the form of an acute sector of a sphere. The electrical sub-system is completely removable from the case for servicing.

Abstract: A flashlight is provided that can be switched between a white light mode wherein it produces white light and a color mode wherein it produces primarily light of a particular color such as red, which can be easily operated with the same hand that holds the flashlight. A hood (34 of FIG. 2) of material that passes only red light is mounted on the lens (40) of the flashlight, and the periphery of the lens is mounted on a select member (46) that can be moved forwardly and rearwardly with respect to the rest of the flashlight. When the select member is moved to its rearward position, the hood intercepts substantially all of the light passing between a lamp (32) and the reflector (36) of the flashlight, so that primarily red light is produced by the flashlight. When the select member is moved to a forward position (46A), the hood lies forward of most of the light rays passing between the lamp and the reflector, so the flashlight produces primarily white light.

Abstract: An attachment for a flashlight for changing a narrow beam light output into a wide beam output. A hollow three dimensional reflector intercepts light rays coming from the flashlight, and redirects such rays into a series of fan-shaped patterns measured in radial planes containing the flashlight axis. A small central opening in the reflector transmits some rays in the forward (axial) direction. The attachment is useful during camping trips for illuminating the space within a tent enclosure.

Abstract: An internally illuminated sphere 10 which will provide portable high intensity light suitable for emergency use, police use, traffic control or other purposes. It consists of a light source 21, a power source 27, and a control which may be internal or external and will provide continuous, intermittent or delayed operation.

Abstract: A disposable flashlight uses a cylindrical battery as the flashlight body. A bulb fixture is affixed directly to one end of the battery and provides electrical contact between one terminal of the bulb and one terminal of the battery, and between the other terminal of the bulb and a conducting portion of the bulb fixture. A normally open switch affixed to the sidewall of the battery has one terminal connected to the conducting portion of the bulb fixture and another terminal connected to the other terminal of the battery, such that when the switch is closed by the application of pressure thereon, a circuit is completed to energize the bulb. A relatively thin, pliable, insulating material covers substantially the entire sidewall of the battery, including the connections to the switch.

Abstract: A flashlight has a spherical end portion including a spherically curved transparent lens. A frusto conical hood formed from a resilient rubber material is received in surrounding relation on the spherical portion and includes a socket forming a ball and socket pivotal connection with the spherical portion. The hood forms a glare shield around the flashlight lens and is designed for abutment with a window pane. Relative pivotal movement of the body portion of the flashlight with respect to the hood allows an individual to direct a light beam in a variety of directions through a window pane without being subject to a reflective glare.

Abstract: A table lamp having a pedestal and globe each with circular cross-sections has 12 vertical slots cut in the upper edge of the pedestal at 30 degree intervals and 3 inwardly projecting lugs on said globe arranged to engage in 3 of said slots with no more than 30 degrees rotation of the globe relative to the pedestal. The stability of the assembly is improved while retaining the simplicity of use of prior devices.

Abstract: A battery powered flashlight includes a case holding a battery, lamp, reflector and an electric circuit including switch means for connecting and disconnecting the battery to selectively energize and turn off the lamp. The flashlight includes a lens supported adjacent an end or side of the case in front of the lamp and reflector forming a rectangular beam of light when the lamp is energized for providing a non-glare illumination of a relatively small rectangular area such as along a sidewalk or a stair tread. The flashlight may also include a second lamp and reflector at an opposite end of the case providing a spotlight and a switch for selecting between the spotlight and the area illuminating beam. The flashlight may include a carrying handle in the form of a bail which acts to operate the switch for initiating the rectangular beam of light or alternatively the spotlight.

Abstract: An illuminated article in the form of a garment or article of wearing apparel includes an electrically conductive harness mounted at predetermined locations on the outer surface of the garment. The harness includes a housing which waterproofingly encloses an illumination device, such as a light emitting diode. A pair of electrical conductors mounted in an elongated strip are connectable to the leads of the light emitting diodes. An electrical power source including a battery and an on/off switch is mounted in a waterproof housing and receives one end of the electrical conductors to connect the illumination devices to the battery for selectively illuminating the illumination devices. A plurality of harnesses may be mounted on the article and interconnected by a waterproof connector which connects the electrical conductors in each harness together.

Abstract: A self-charging light utilizes a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery pack and a plurality of solar electric panels. The battery powers a lamp attached to a top portion of the assembly. The lamp is covered with a shade that includes an interior mirrored surface so as to reflect emitted light downwardly upon the solar panel. As such, when the lamp is illuminated, it serves to partially recharge itself while also illuminating the surrounding area.

Abstract: Acessory device for an inflatable gas ballon (1) having, for inflation of the balloon (1) an elastically expansible tube-shaped balloon neck (1a), with a sealing head (2) for the balloon neck (1a ) and an electric lamp (14) for internal illumination of the balloon (1). According to the invention, the sealing head (2) is constructed as a cup-shaped housing (7) having an open end and an end closed by a bottom (7'), the open end being adapted to be inserted in sealing-tight fashion into and elastically expanding the balloon neck (1a). Disposed in the open end of the housing (7) is a light reflector (15) which surrounds the electric bulb (14) which is electrically connected to an electro-mechanical coupling in the form of a screw-type bulb cap (8) which is provided for simultaneous establishment of an electrical connection of the lamp (14) to an external power source and for mechanical supporting of the sealing head (2).

Abstract: A wand attachment for flashlights comprises a hollow, elongated body member having an opening at a lower end thereof, and a bushing member detachably fitted in the opening at the lower end of the body member. The bushing member has a central opening defined therein, the central opening being sized so that side surfaces thereof engage an upper, light-emanating end of a flashlight. The body member includes a first annular lip formed on an inner surface of the lower end thereof and the bushing member includes a second annular lip formed on an outer surface thereof, the first and second annular lips securely engage each other when the bushing member is fitted in the body member.

Abstract: A solar powered construction light including a solar powered battery recharging network that recharges a storage battery at a constant rate and can be selectively operated to burn continuously to produce a continuous light or to burn intermittently to provide a flashing light. A solar cell recharges the storage battery in the light when sunlight is impinging upon the solar cell to provide virtually maintenance free and long term operation of the construction light during the dark or twilight hours when construction lights are commonly employed to warn motorists of road hazards.

Abstract: A balloon closure head for mounting a balloon and a lamp for illuminating the balloon, as well as apparatus for conducting air to inflate and deflate the balloon and apparatus for conducting electricity to the lamp. The conducting apparatus employs needle nose piercing elements which pierce supply channels for both gas and electricity carried by rectangular conduits sealably clamped to the closure head. In one embodiment, a single pair of conductive hollow needle nose piercing elements and cooperating non-return valves supply both gas for the balloon and electricity for the lamp.

Abstract: A signal light for removable assembly to a bicycle handlebar or the like comprising a cylindrical battery shell of electrically non-conductive construction having a circumferential array of orthogonally spaced axially extending resilient arcuate ribs integrally projecting outwardly of the shell between the shell ends. Such ribs have an outer diameter for resilient press-fit insertion of the shell into a handlebar end, such that the ribs function simultaneously to retain the shell in the handlebar end, to center the shell therewithin, and to adapt to various internal diameter sizes of handlebars. A lamp has a base received into the open outer end of the shell and is retained thereon by a translucent lens which is press-fitted over the shell outer end. An electrically conductive strip extends externally of the shell from an inner end in spring-biased electrical contact with batteries within the shell to an outer end within the shell parallel to but spaced from the lamp base.

Abstract: A fluorescent lantern supports a pair of fluorescent tubes for vertical sliding movement so that the tubes can be replaced simply by removing the cover of the lantern and withdrawing the tubes. Each of the fluorescent tubes is supported in a socket in the base of the lantern and extends upwardly through an opening in the top of the lantern. The cover is removably attached to the top by tabs so that the cover can be removed by rotating and lifting the cover. When the cover is removed, the fluorescent tubes can be withdrawn upwardly through the openings in the top. The base includes a battery compartment for a battery power source, and the battery compartment is closed by a battery cover which is removably attached to the base by tabs so that the cover can be removed by rotating and withdrawing the cover.

Abstract: A double-enveloped tungsten halogen incandescent lamp having a light-source capsule containment device wherein a knitted wire mesh surrounds the light-source capsule and may be anchored to the capsule, stem, or lead-in wires. In the event of a burst of the light-source capsule, the containment mesh substantially restricts shards of the capsule from shattering the outer envelope of the lamp. In some embodiments, a crumpled portion of the containment mesh is positioned above the capsule and provides a collision-absorbing cushion in the event the capsule and mesh are propelled against the outer envelope by the burst of the light-source capsule whereby further protection against the shattering of the outer envelope is provided. Lamps with such containment devices have improved operational safety characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable source of light which can be easily attached to the object to be illuminated, contains a self contained energy source, provides a shielding mechanism by which the light bulb is prevented from coming into contact with other objects, can be folded in order to be easily transported and provides a mechanism by which the source of light can be automatically turned off when the container in which the light source is housed comes in contact with another physical object.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flashlight assembly having a rotatable head which acts as a switch mechanism for turning the light on or off.The flashlight has an elongated metal housing, and the rotatable head is also made of metal. A spacer member made of an electrical insulating material is securely attached to the head member. The spacer member threadedly engages threads formed on the housing. Thus, there is normally no electrical continuity between the metal head member and the metal housing. However, when the head member is rotated in a tightening direction, a flat annular face on the head member comes into mating engagement with a similar face on the housing, thus establishing electrical continuity between those two members and completing the internal electrical circuit of the flashlight.

Abstract: An electric gaslight simulative for installation in an existing light fixture by merely screw threading the simulative into an existing light bulb socket after a conventional light bulb has been removed therefrom thereby converting the light fixture into a light which produces a glow or illumination quite similar to that produced by an actual gaslight and having external physical appearance characteristics simulative of an actual gaslight.

Abstract: A self contained light source consisting of a metal cylinder, preferably aluminum, encasing a battery threaded into one end of the aluminum cylinder there being a non conducting insulator which is manufactured to fit into bore of a commercial transparent archers nock. Located in hollow bore of said commercial nock there being a L.E.D. which is energized by screwing nock assembly into aluminum cylinder there by completing electrical circuit. The L.E.D. is selected to impose the proper current demand on the battery, which by its size becomes self limiting and is unable to burn out the L.E.D., there by eliminating all other electrical voltage controlling devices. The above described components form a unit assembly which may be glued into any commercial tubular arrow with minor modifications to the arrow.

Abstract: A flashlight is fabricated from a conventional design and a conventional means for energizing it. The flashlight has a casing for holding the batteries. The casing is closed at one end and the other end is flared for holding the reflective dish, which has the bulb secured through an opening in its base. A transparent lens seals the volume of the dish. A bezel or rim attaches around the circumference of the lens. The bezel is made of a translucent plastic material, which has a phosphor material embedded into it. When the bulb is energized, the light beam touches the periphery of the bezel as it shines and charges the phosphor material. The flashlight and bezel can also be left in the sunlight to charge the phosphor material. After the phosphor material has been charged, the bezel emits a long-lasting glow called phosphorescence so that the flashlight can be found in the dark.

Abstract: The specification describes a safety flasher for use by pedestrians, bicyclists and the like for producing a flashing signal, the flasher comprising a casing, a battery in the casing, a lamp secured to and extending exteriorly from the casing and circuit means in the casing connecting the battery and lamp for selectively actuating the lamp, the circuit means including acceleration responsive switch means for causing the lamp to flash ON and OFF.

Abstract: A diver's flashlight having a unitary case with a closed end and with a battery pack in said case seated against a spring. A connector strip is positioned in the case and provides spaced-apart contactor portions at opposite ends of the case. A removable barrel is in watertight threaded engagement with the case and is positioned over a reflector block with a halogen lamp mounted in a reflector in the reflector block. Threading the barrel onto the case overcomes the spring pressure and completes the circuit between the bulb and the battery pack through the connector strip to switch the flashlight on and off. A battery charging unit incorporates a removable charging head which replaces the reflector block and barrel for in-place charging of the battery pack of the flashlight. In a second embodiment the lamp is adjustably mounted in the reflector block permitting selective positioning of the lamp with respect to the reflector to focus the flashlight beam in conjunction with the switch operation.

Abstract: A multi-section multi-purpose hand light incorporates a shade casing, a head cover, a refraction hood, red filter lens and a body comprised of a number of cylindrical sections. The red filter lens can be releasably fastened to the retractable refraction hood. The light being emitted thereby will be a focused red light beam surrounded by an aureole of white light. This hand light may serve as a striking signal for help where needed to facilitate search and rescue efforts by a tracing team. The intensity of illumination can be increased by an increased number of the cylindrical sections. Spare bulbs or replacement parts can be stored in the bottom section of the body. The hand light also serves as a regular hand light by removing the red filter lens from the hood and coupling it to the bottom section of the hand light.

Abstract: An improved flashlight is disclosed which includes an improved mechanism for selectively varying the light beam intensity and area of illumination, an improved switch means, an improved light bulb and light bulb holder, and an improved manner of retaining dry cell batteries within said flashlight. The mechanism includes a double cam notch in a reflector support and abutting cam follower rotates cooperatively attached to a bulb holder to enable movement of the bulb forwardly and rearwardly relative to the light reflector through rotation of the head of the flashlight. The light bulb is configured to have a double pin electrical connection which plugs into a double socket thereby enabling the bulb and holder to have a smaller diameter encapable of passing through a smaller hole formed within the reflector. The switch is of the rotary type which wipes the contacts clean on rotation to enhance electrical conductivity.

Abstract: This invention, in the preferred embodiment, relates to battery powered hand held lamps, commonly known as flashlights, or when in compact form as pen or pocket lights. More specifically, the invention relates to quasi-blackout applications and uses that require fast visual recovery in darkness and minimum personal exposure of the operator of the device.

Abstract: Although small enough to fit in a purse, this flashlight operates on six volts using a full-size flashlight bulb and casts a bright and quite-uniform beam of light, primarily for brief uses at relatively short range.The uniformity of the beam is obtained by a novel optical system, that includes an unsilvered, preferably generally parabolic reflector and a beam-narrowing lens. The combination of compactness and brightness is obtained by novel arrangement of the bulb and four penlight cells within the battery case, enhanced by the geometry of the reflector and lens.

Abstract: A combination flashlight and lamp which may be used in fixed position as a table lamp. Lamp section may be removed and the instant invention becomes a powerful flashlight. Rechargeable batteries contained in the flashlight section are maintained at full charge by a built-in battery charger. The invention is aesthetically pleasing and can be modified to fit most room decors. Several mechanisms for rapid assembly and disassembly are provided. The base of the lamp, which is actually the flashlight section may be made of a translucent material so that, when the invention is used as a table lamp and the flashlight is activated, the base of the lamp will grow creating a special decoration feature.

Abstract: A flexible flashlight which may provide light at any angle even in an environment in which the area in which to position a flashlight is extremely limited. A bellows is provided one end of which is threaded onto the body tube of a flashlight, the other end of which contains a bulb along with a lens and bezel. The bellows is made of a semi-rigid material so that once its curvature is formed it will remain fixed indefinitely until reformed by the user. The flexible flashlight may be placed on any flat surface or may be attached to any ferro-magnetic surface. In either case once the flashlight has been positioned both hands are free to perform work. An internal coiled helical cord is provided inside the bellows section to assure good electrical connection and to minimize the possibility of damaging the electrical pathway due to frequent flexion of the bellows.

Abstract: An improved barrier light assembly is provided wherein a lens assembly composed of a pair of mating halves is secured to the upper portion of a base assembly by a threaded flanged collet. A peripheral outwardly extending integral neck of the lens assembly extends into the upper portion, and the collet threadably engages the neck. A pair of screw flights are employed which permits use of identical mating halves.

Abstract: A lamp, particularly a miner's safety lamp, is provided with a noctilucent lens holder so that in the event of an accident causing non functioning of the normal light source of the lamp, the lens holder will provide luminous light.

Abstract: A lamp can be thrown alight from a distance by the person using it. The lamp comprises a polyhedral casing, made of shockproof material, inside which is housed a source of light that emits pluridirectional beams.

Abstract: A fishing lure light for use with fishing lines and a separate lure or bait. The light is comprised of a housing adapted to be tied to a fish line next to a fish lure. The housing is constructed of plastic and is water tight. It houses a battery and light bulb which is switched on and off by pressing a plastic cover against the housing or pulling it away to make and break switch contacts.

Abstract: A relatively light weight, low cost compact safety light which may be worn or carried by athletes such as joggers, runners, cyclists, etc. is provided. The safety light is comprised of a light source coupleable to a battery power supply by a position sensitive switch which is sensitive to movement of the athlete and provides intermittent bursts of light which are highly visible to oncoming cars. In one embodiment, the light source is comprised of a light emitting diode coupled to one or more pen light batteries by a position sensitive switch such as a mercury switch. One or more lense members are provided to increase the visibility of the light generated by the light source. A first reflective means located within the safety light housing is utilized to reflect the light generated by the light source through the lense member while a second reflective means located on the outside of the housing provides additional reflectivity for the light generated by oncoming cars.