Abstract: A layered lighting assembly includes a circuit board having a battery, a light, a switching circuit and a push button switch selectively powering the light with the battery via the switching circuit. The circuit board is protected from vibration and impact with a relatively soft compressible foam layer provided adjacent the circuit board. A semi-rigid protective sheet of flexible plastic is layered over or layered adjacent to the circuit board to resist bending and flexing of the circuit board and thereby further protect the circuitry.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination night light and eyeglass support having a detachable light source. The device comprises a lighted eyeglass perch supported by a base and an upstanding body portion. Within the upstanding body portion is a hollow region to accept an upright and removable flashlight, which is independently operable from the base and receives battery charging power therethrough. Above the eyeglass perch is a night light that allows the location of the device to be readily recognized in low light situations. Along the base is a lighting control, which operates the night light and the flashlight when attached to the base, providing a light assembly and convenient perch for eyeglass locating in low light.

Abstract: A modular lighting system features a universal mounting method for lighting elements, such as LED lights, as well as various electrical devices, and is configurable in multiple modes of operation. In one aspect, LED strips are inserted into slots in the lower surface of the rail member. Another aspect allows operation with tube lamps, such LED tube lamps. In still another mode of operation, discrete electrical or electromechanical components may be employed, powered by electrical power available in the rail. In yet another more, an up and down, bidirectional lighting system is provided.

Abstract: A solar powered weather resistant outdoor floor lamp is provided having a weighted base, an upstanding pole, and a decorative lamp housing. The weighted base includes a plurality of removable, folding, and adjustable leveling elements that attach along the base underside surface to form a tripod support therefor. The leveling elements include interchangeable folding feet and pointed ridge members each having threaded connections to the base, whereby the leveling elements maintain the gravitationally centered orientation of the base and the upstanding pole over hard, soft, even, uneven, uniform, and non-uniform surfaces. A plurality of storage clips retain and stow un-deployed leveling elements within the gap provided between the base and the ground surface. The upstanding pole attaches to the base and supports a decorative lamp housing and solar lamp assembly.

Abstract: A light-emitting diode (LED) lamp capable of multilateral connection includes a cuboidal housing having a plurality of light-permeable sides and a plurality of connecting sides adjacent to the light-permeable sides. The light-permeable sides are arranged in a C shape on the housing. The connecting sides are arranged in a C shape on the housing and are located where the light-permeable sides are absent. An LED module is provided in the housing, and the light emitted by the LED module can pass through the light-permeable sides. Each connecting side is provided with at least one fastening portion so that the housing and external similar housings can be assembled into a single unit of an arbitrary and changeable configuration through connection between the corresponding fastening portions of the housings, thus providing both convenience of use and fun.

Abstract: A block LED light comprises one first block case; one LED light module which is contained in the first block case; one first connecting portion which is designed at the surface of the first block case; one second connecting portion which is designed at another surface of the fist block case; in which the first connecting portion is corresponding to the second connecting portion, to make a second block LED light with the same architecture be able to assemble with the second connecting portion of the first block LED light by its first connecting portion.

Abstract: Described herein are devices and structures used for decorating food, and food packaging, using a single light source to provide multiple points of light on a panel or panels of the device. The devices may include a structure such as a stand placing the decorative device on a food item, such as a cake.

Abstract: A lighting device including at least one light source. A flexible arm is attached to the light source. A light source body is attached to the flexible arm. The light source body rotates for multi-positional lighting.

Abstract: A test device is used for projecting light into a to-be-tested product. The product includes a sidewall, the sidewall defines an opening, and the opening communicates with an internal space of the product. The test device includes a collimated light source and a support element. The collimated light source is used for emitting collimated light into the internal space through the opening. The support element supports the collimated light source. An included angle between the collimated light and the sidewall is about 5 degrees.

Abstract: A flexible light transmitting device, comprising a printable layer, a backing layer, and a light-emitting diode strip disposed between the printable layer and the backing layer. The printable layer is translucent to permit transmission of light from the light-emitting diodes through the printable layer when the light-emitting diodes are activated; however, the LED strip remains hidden between the layers. The printable layer is adapted to receive printed indicia by way of thermal printing process. The backing layer is substantially opaque comprises a durable nylon webbing or polypropylene material. The embedded LED strip comprises an elongated flexible casing containing spaced apart light-emitting diodes, one or more light interrupting spacers, and at least one ribbon wire extending through the casing and electrically coupling said light-emitting diodes. The light-emitting diodes are electrically coupled to a switch assembly which provides the LED switch with a plurality of operative modes.

Abstract: A lamp device includes: a battery housing receiving a battery set and a circuit board; a lamp casing enclosing and connected movably to the battery housing such that the lamp casing is movable relative to the battery housing in an axial direction; an LED lighting unit mounted in and connected fixedly to the lamp casing, and disposed spacedly above the circuit board; and a power switch mounted on the circuit board and connected electrically between the LED lighting unit and the battery set. The power switch is actuated in response to movement of the LED lighting unit toward the circuit board by press of the lamp casing to switch from a current one of power-on and power-off states to the other one of the power-on and power-off states.

Abstract: An illuminating device has a transparent body including an electronic components section with at least one circuit board, at least one light emitting diode electrically connected to the at least one circuit board, and one or more switching mechanisms electrically connected to the at least one circuit board. The illuminating device is capable of activation, deactivation, and subsequent reactivation by manipulating the one or more switching mechanisms. A method of using the illuminating device, including activating, deactivating, and reactivating the illuminating device by manipulating one or more switching mechanisms.

Abstract: An electrical assembly, and a process for manufacturing it, in which the electrical assembly has a battery held within a battery block, a switch assembly attached to the battery block, a ribbon wire assembly held within a ribbon block and a PCB held within the battery and ribbon blocks. Two conductors in the battery block create electrical connections between the battery and the PCB after the battery is inserted into and held within the battery block. The ribbon wire assembly has one or more wires, preferably two or more, each of which has a protective covering with a gap that allows the wire to form an electrical connection with the PCB. All of the electrical connections between the PCB and the battery, the switch assembly and the ribbon wire assembly are made without the use of any solder.

Abstract: A penetrating illuminator for vein observation, including a case, a lens and a light hole in the upper case, a circuit board in the case, a power source and an LED lamp. The case includes an upper part and a lower part; the rims of the upper case and lower case are in the shape of a circular arc while the top of the upper case is made into the shape of an arc protruding from the center. The lower case is rear-connected to a handle at an obtuse angle. Configured as a child's hand, it is especially suitable for use on children. Simply place the hand, with palm down, over the illuminator emitting penetrating light. A fixing stand is provided, including a base plate and a rod in the center of the base plate, wherein a groove is provided to accept the handle.

Abstract: Provided is a power generating lamp capable of effectively use electrical energy of lighting to generate high electromotive force. A solar panel (11) which receives light emitted from a rear surface of a lamp tube (14) with a linear or annular shape and generates electromotive force is formed in an arc shape in a cross-sectional view and has a length that is equal to or less than the total length of the lamp tube in the longitudinal direction or the total length thereof in the circumferential direction and is equal to or greater than the total length of a low-temperature region of the lamp tube in the longitudinal direction or the total length thereof in the circumferential direction and a width that is equal to or greater than one-fourth of the length of the outer circumference of the cross-section of the lamp tube and equal to or less than half the length of the outer circumference.

Abstract: A floating light (10) to aid a night time fisherman. The floating light (10) is maneuverable by remote control (20). The floating light (10) includes a battery operated directional light (13) mounted onto a floating vessel. The directional light (13) is directed at the surface of the water or just above the surface so that a fisherman is able to illuminate a desired area when fishing at night to safely illuminate obstacles. The floating light (10) desirably operates at “casting distance” and has a smooth low profile. The floating light (10) may include a motor driven propeller (14) and rudder (15) operably connected to a radio remote control receiver (45). A radio remote control transmitter (27) operable by the fisherman transmits signals to the receiver (45) on the floating light (10) to direct the motion of the floating light (10).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flashlight having an auxiliary optical system that is rotation symmetrical to an optical axis, and that has an outer reflector part, an inner converging lens part, and a rear surface having a blind bore, and having a light-emitting diode (LED) arranged on a disk-shaped holder. In order to provide a flashlight having an auxiliary optical system, in which the emission characteristic can be set between a so-called moon setting and a focus setting, wherein the operability of the flashlight is to be as simple as possible and the desired setting can be found rapidly and reliably, according to the invention, the auxiliary optical system is displaceable relative to the LED delimited by two stops in such a manner that a substantially homogeneous light cone is generated in the case of contact of the auxiliary optical system on the holder.

Abstract: An assembly for accessing a body cavity having an illuminated proximal end. The assembly includes a housing defining a longitudinal axis and having a longitudinal opening therethrough for receiving a surgical object, an illumination source disposed adjacent a proximal end of the housing and a sensor mechanism disposed along the longitudinal opening and operably connected to the illumination source. The sensor mechanism is configured to detect the presence of a surgical object within the longitudinal opening and deactivate the illumination source when a surgical object is present in the longitudinal opening.

Abstract: A holster and shade used to protect a light stick as well as act as a support therefor. The holster comprises a hollow tubular sheath dimensioned to protect the entire length of the light stick placed therein when in a stored position. When illumination is desired, the light stick is extracted from the holster sheath, reversed, and inserted into the holster, which then supports the light stick with a lens thereof exposed for providing the required illumination.

Abstract: An illuminating cosmetic applicator is revealed. The illuminating cosmetic applicator includes a cosmetic applicator part, a connector, and a lighting unit. The cosmetic applicator part is made from a transparent material. One end of the connector is connected to the cosmetic applicator part while the other end thereof is mounted with the lighting unit. The lighting unit consists of a light gathering cover mounted in a housing, and a light emitting element in the light gathering cover. Batteries are received in the housing. Moreover, a groove mounted with a switch is arranged at the housing. A block is connected to the inner side of the switch. Thereby light is emitted through the cosmetic applicator part while applying cosmetics in a dark place. Furthermore, the lighting unit can be separated with the cosmetic applicator part and used for illumination independently. The illuminating cosmetic applicator has more practical value.

Abstract: An LED taper candle, a battery(ies) and a control switch which are electrically connected. A stake is rigidly connected with the vase, which allows easy installation by grasping the stake and pushing the pointed end of the stake into non-compacted earth, gravel, small stone or bored hole of a diameter slightly larger than that of the stake.

Abstract: A LED street lamp comprises a connector, a power supply assembly and a light source assembly, the connector is provided with a structure of internal toothed rings, the light source assembly comprises two supporting aims and a plurality of light source modules, the assembling and disassembling of the street lamp are convenient and the maintenance cost is thereby decreased.

Abstract: A high power optical element streetlamp using a thermocouple includes a body unit, a lamp head unit, and a power supply unit fixed to the body unit. The lamp head unit includes a circuit board connected to the power supply unit, at least one optical element installed on the lower surface of the circuit board, a molding, and a heat dissipation plate installed on the upper end of the circuit board and including a plurality of heat dissipation fins to dissipate heat generated and transmitted from the at least one optical element and the circuit board. The thermocouple is arranged in the shape of a checkerboard on the surfaces of the heat dissipation fins and converts dissipated heat into thermoelectromotive force, and forming junctions where two kinds of metals having different thermal conductivities intersect to generate thermoelectric current is formed on the heat dissipation plate.

Abstract: A portable, battery-operated flashlight having improved pivoting, switching and focusing features is disclosed. In one aspect of the invention, the flashlight takes the form of an attachment to a head gear for hands free use. In another aspect of the invention, the flashlight takes the form of a head lamp held in place on a user's head by an elastic band. The pivot connection between the body and the base, as well as the serrations on an exterior surface of the body, allows a user to adjust any angular direction of the light as desired. In another aspect of the invention, the flashlight takes the form of a long-handled flashlight having improved switching and focusing capabilities, such that axial movement of the switching assembly turns the flashlight “on” or “off,” as well as causing a position of the lamp to vary in order to focus or defocus the light.

Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for providing illumination. A lighting unit, which may be an LED based fluorescent tube replacement, may comprise a power supply and an LED portion produced as separate modules and coupled in a manner that allows the light module and the power supply module to be connected and separated in a reproducible manner. The removable power supply module may enhance the serviceability, customizability and upgradability of the LED based system.

Abstract: A personal light apparatus, the apparatus comprising: a resting base having a flat portion and a battery compartment for receiving a battery; a light having a flexible tube, the flexible tube attached to the resting base; a switch in electrical communication with the battery and the light, wherein the switch turns on and off the light; and at least one attachment means for removably attaching a time keeping apparatus to the flat portion.

Abstract: A color changing lighting device incorporating a plurality of led emitters having a plurality of colors each emitting a distinct color of light upon being energized by a power supply. A color changer having an indexing position for each led emitter for activating a related switch and connecting a power supply to the led emitter while concurrently positioning a light concentrating lens about the led emitter to concentrate the light emitted from that led emitter. The color changing lighting device therefore permitting the user to easily select light of a distinct color from a plurality of colors and have that light efficiently concentrated about the axis of the light concentrating lens.

Abstract: The invention relates to a base (1), in particular for light masts, comprising a housing (7) with a base surface (10) which can be filled with a medium. In order to ensure improved stability and to avoid additional grounding measures, an embodiment is chosen according to the invention in which the housing (7) is not electrically conductive and has a holding opening (21) for a mast (2) which is not round and is composed of non-conductive material. In this case, a mast (2) which is not round avoids lateral inclination of the mast (2), thus making it possible to ensure secure installation.

Abstract: A light mounting apparatus is being proposed herein. The light mounting apparatus is formed to as to allow for versatile usage, in connection with a wide variety of tools, structures, and surfaces. Furthermore, the light mounting apparatus includes suitable connection structures to a light source in order to provide multiple degrees of freedom, thereby allowing a user to easily direct light beams to a desired location.

Abstract: A device for illuminating the interior of a pumpkin, gourd or the like includes a housing having an interior region and a lighting assembly positioned at least in part within the interior region. The lighting assembly includes a rechargeable power source and a lighting element. The device includes a depending skirt extending from the housing and defining a recess. A photovoltaic collector is operably connected to the lighting assembly. The skirt is inserted into an opening in the pumpkin, gourd or the like, and the lighting element illuminates the interior of the pumpkin, gourd or the like. The photovoltaic collector recharges the rechargeable power source when exposed to ambient light.

Abstract: A lighting device having a housing incorporating an electrical circuit, a light source and a source of power with a gravity controller. The gravity controller regulates the power applied to the light source in response to the relationship between the position angle and the tilt angle of the lighting device with respect to the vertical. The lighting device has a storage orientation wherein the light source is non-energized and a transporting or use orientation wherein the light source is energized. A plurality of lighting devices are mounted on a storage bracket in a non-energized orientation. A plurality of lighting devices are mounted on a carrier having a changeable orientation, wherein the lighting devices are energized during transporting and non-energized during storage.

Abstract: A hands-free lighting system is described. The hands-free lighting system comprises a light and a battery housing coupled to the light. The battery housing is configured to be worn by a user. The hands-free lighting system also comprises a power switch coupled to the battery housing. The power switch is configured to be operated by a part of the arm of the user other than the hands.

Abstract: A light emitting assembly for a housing with a perimeter wall and an open bottom side. A water buoyant material is attached to the perimeter wall. A light emitter is mounted to the housing. The light emitter emits a light when power is provided to the light emitter. At least one battery component is mounted to the housing. The at least one battery component is electrically coupled to the light emitter. The at least one battery component is exposed through the bottom side of the housing to allow water to enter the at least one battery component. The at least one battery generates electricity when water enters the bottom side of the housing. The housing is placed in water so that the water acts as an electrolyte for the at least one battery component to provide electricity to the light emitter.

Abstract: An integral battery, light and light switch assembly can be removably fitted within a light-transmitting pocket on an article of clothing, such as a glove. Alternatively, the assembly can be mounted to virtually any surface with an adhesive or hook and loop fastener. In one application, the assembly can be attached to fishing tackle to attract fish. The assembly is particularly useful for nighttime use by those in the vicinity of traffic, including police, fire and ambulance workers as well as runners and cyclists. The assembly can also be used to mark a trail or identify a location in the dark. Infrared lighting can be used for tactical operations.

Abstract: The emergency light of the invention includes a base (1), a lighting module (2), a rechargeable battery (3) and a retractable support (4). The base (1) has a back (11) with a trough (111). The lighting module (2) is installed in the base (1) and electrically connects a lighting device (21) and a circuit board (22). The rechargeable battery (3) is installed in the base (1) and electrically connects the circuit board (22). The retractable support (4) is pivotally connected to the back (11) and received in the trough (111).

Abstract: A flashlight mount includes a clamp-type positioning element and an elongate clamping element pivotally connected to an upper section of the clamp-type positioning element. To fasten a flashlight to the mount, an engaging section on a lateral side of the flashlight is inserted into a C-shaped groove on a lateral side of a fastening extension of the elongate clamping element. Once the engaging section is inserted in the C-shaped groove to the greatest extent possible, a limiting recess at one end of the flashlight is engaged with a projection at the corresponding end of the fastening extension to fix the flashlight in position to the elongate clamping element. Then, an object to be clamped is inserted into an insertion space extending laterally into the clamp-type positioning element, before a lower screw rod is rotated upward to secure the clamp-type positioning element to the object in a clamping manner.

Abstract: A light for a life vest comprises a resilient pole, a light source disposed at a first end of the resilient pole and a mount supporting a second end of the resilient pole, the mount configured for securing the light to an inflatable bladder of a life vest such that inflation of the bladder causes the pole to extends outwardly with respect to the surface of the bladder. A test circuit for testing the power level of a battery that powers the light source may also be included.

Abstract: A lighting unit, e.g. an LED bulb or a straight LED luminaire, which illuminates a wide range and is configured with low cost. In a light-emitting diode lamp, a board assembly is disposed in a lamp main body, and light-emitting diodes are attached to the board assembly. The board assembly comprises a plurality of flexible printed circuit boards. Each flexible printed circuit board includes a base in the form of a flat plate, respective connections to a power supply portion of the light-emitting diode lamp are provided at two ends of the base, and the base is bent at a plurality of points of a middle portion to form a top surface portion and side surface portions. The flexible printed circuit boards are three-dimensionally assembled such that the top surface portions cross each other and such that one of the top surface portions lies on top of another.

Abstract: A lighting system includes a lighting unit and a mounting structure. The lighting unit is mounted adjacent to a window to shine outward, obstructing a view of the inside, while allowing those inside a clear, lighted view of the outside. The lighting unit may be powered by electrical wiring, battery, or solar. Light is preferably adjustable in various directions. The lighting system provides additional security and privacy.

Abstract: This invention relates to a multifunctional paintball gun barrel plug structure, comprising: a barrel plug, wherein the body of the barrel plug is equipped with bores at its axial and radial sides, with a plug included at the body end and having at least an O-ring slot at the upper ring of the plug, and also a nozzle is included next to the plug, in which a connecting channel exists between the nozzle and the bore on the radial side of the body; an optional tobacco pipe which is installable to the body and equipped with a chamber, wherein a stud beneath the tobacco pipe and within the radial side bore connects the chamber and bore; an optional tobacco can at the axial side of the body comprising a lower base, a cover, and an O-ring, which the O-ring is between the lower base and cover above, and the cover end equipped with a stud corresponding to the bore at the axial side of the barrel plug; an optional flashlight at the axial or radial side of the body, which includes a lamp holder and base, wherein the fla

Abstract: An illuminating cosmetic applicator is revealed. The illuminating cosmetic applicator includes a cosmetic applicator part, a connector, and a lighting unit. The cosmetic applicator part is made from a transparent material. One end of the connector is connected to the cosmetic applicator part while the other end thereof is mounted with the lighting unit. The lighting unit consists of a light gathering cover mounted in a housing, and a light emitting element in the light gathering cover. Batteries are received in the housing. Moreover, a groove mounted with a switch is arranged at the housing. A block is connected to the inner side of the switch. Thereby light is emitted through the cosmetic applicator part while applying cosmetics in a dark place. Furthermore, the lighting unit can be separated with the cosmetic applicator part and used for illumination independently. The illuminating cosmetic applicator has more practical value.

Abstract: A test device is used for projecting light into a to-be-tested product. The product includes a sidewall, the sidewall defines an opening, and the opening communicates with an internal space of the product. The test device includes a collimated light source and a support element. The collimated light source is used for emitting collimated light into the internal space through the opening. The support element supports the collimated light source. An included angle between the collimated light and the sidewall is about 5 degrees.

Abstract: A rectangular luminaire includes a rectangular fixture defining at least one cavity having a plurality of light engines. A heat flange is disposed about a distal end region of the rectangular fixture and includes a hollow, generally pyramidal frustum shape with a generally rectangular cross-section. A distal-most end of the heat flange is configured to be disposed a distance D from a support surface when the rectangular fixture is received in a recess of the support surface, the distance D being greater than or equal to 0.4 times the fixture half-width W. Thermal energy is conductively transferred from the light engine, through the rectangular fixture, to the heat flange where the thermal energy is convectively transferred from the heat flange to surrounding air to create air currents flowing along the support surface thereby reducing the junction temperature.

Abstract: An LED light system which attaches to the wheel axle of a bicycle or other vehicle and includes a horn, a controller to store different horn tones and light sequences, a rechargeable power source, and means to activate and deactivate the light and horn separately. A housing has a vertically oriented support plate. A row of light emitting diodes is secured to the support plate. A speaker is secured to one end of the support plate. Electrical elements are provided within the housing. The electrical elements include a controller. The controller has at least one port operatively coupled to the controller. The controller has a potential source powering the controller and the light emitting diodes and the speaker. The controller has means for activating and inactivating the light emitting diodes and the speaker. An attachment component is provided. In this manner the system is secured to a recipient member.

Abstract: A hydrogen power supply module includes a hydrogen production unit, a fuel cell unit, and a hydrogen flow channel. The hydrogen flow channel is in communication with the hydrogen production unit and the fuel cell unit, and a solid-state reactant is stored in the hydrogen production unit. A liquid-state reactant reacts with the solid-state reactant to produce hydrogen when the liquid-state reactant comes into contact with the solid-state reactant, and the hydrogen flows into the fuel cell unit via the hydrogen flow channel. A life preserver having the hydrogen power supply module is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are intraoral illumination devices. More specifically, the LED intraoral illumination device in accordance with the present invention has an improved battery for providing power supply and structure of a bit block for opening a mouth using the bit block.

Abstract: A light and support structure apparatus, wherein the light may have beam width adjustment such that the beam may be easily adjusted from a wide beam to more of a spot beam. The light may also be able to switch to a different color beam. The light may utilize standard cylindrical batteries which are inserted into a battery compartment side by side with their positive and negative ends in the same orientation. The light may be mounted upon a tripod or a monopod, and in some embodiments a tripod with flexible legs utilizing ball and socket joint connectors which, when interconnected, form a flexible assembly. Each connector may include a body with a first and second end portion. An external socket engaging surface is provided at one end of the body. The other end of the body has an internal cavity. The socket engaging surface of one connector is snapped into the internal cavity of another to interconnect the connectors.

Abstract: A booklight for a protective cover for an eReader, wherein the protective cover includes a pocket for supporting the booklight, the booklight including a base, a light housing assembly having a light source, a manipulatable neck coupled between the base and the light housing assembly, and a base tab rotatably coupled to the base, wherein the base tab includes a first end rotatably coupled to the base tab, and a second end extending from the first end, wherein the second end is a free end, and wherein at least a portion of the free end is configured to engage the pocket of the protective cover.

Abstract: The present invention is related to the field of portable lighting apparatuses and methods, in particular, apparatuses that are useful for illuminating in the dark, such as at night or in dark spaces; as well as for athletic and physical activities for which illumination is useful. In certain embodiments, the present invention is directed to an illuminating device that is portable and motion activated. Such a device may be useful for pet applications such as collars and leashes, or for human applications such as charms for illuminating in low visibility conditions including sports and law enforcement situations.

Abstract: A light fixture comprises a housing configured to store a plurality of light bulbs therein, wherein at least one of the light bulbs is located in a non-illumination position within the housing. The light fixture may also comprise an openable door such that at least one light bulb is coupled to the door. The light fixture may also comprise an actuatable mechanism that releases the light fixture from a fixed position when actuated to enable variable positioning of the light fixture.