With Support Patents (Class 362/190)
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Patent number: 7566157Abstract: The present invention provides a fiber optics illuminated glow stick apparatus comprising at least one multicolored LED, an optics cable in proximity to the multicolored LED that illuminates when the LED is illuminated, a control circuit for controlling the multicolored LED to be illuminated, and a protective cover being mounted to a stick housing and encasing at least a part of the optics cable therein. The present invention also provides a fiber optics illuminated glow stick apparatus comprising a light source, an optics cable in proximity to the light source that illuminates when the light source is illuminated, a control circuit for controlling the light source to be illuminated, and a protective cover that encases the optics cable. The fiber optics illuminated glow stick can glow in a variety of different colors and is reusable and rechargeable. The fiber optics illuminated glow stick may additionally include an LED flashlight.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2005Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Inventor: Teddy Yeung Man Lo
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Publication number: 20090184646Abstract: A cap lamp features a housing. A control module is positioned within the housing and includes a multi-function switch, a circuit board and contacts adapted to receive power from a battery. An optic module is also positioned within the housing and in engagement with the control module. The optic module includes a light emitting diode (LED) module and an integrated reflector and heat sink as well as an insulator. A bezel is fastened to the housing so as to secure the control module and optic module within the cap lamp housing. A pushbutton is positioned on the housing and is connected to the multi-function switch. A backup LED is in communication with the multi-function switch so that the main LED light or the backup LED may alternatively be selected.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2008Publication date: July 23, 2009Inventors: JOHN DEVANEY, John Kosek
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Patent number: 7563001Abstract: An adapter for a portable light source permits a module to be attached to the portable light source and powered by the power source of the portable light source. In one embodiment of the invention, the power source is a battery and the adapter includes a bottom plate and a housing defining a compartment that holds the module. In this embodiment, the bottom plate of the adapter features a positive contact opening and a negative contact opening adapted to receive and electrically communicate with the positive and negative terminals of the battery. The bottom plate of the adapter also includes positive and negative contact leads which communicate with the contact openings and the module so that the latter receives power from the battery.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2007Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: Koehler-Bright Star, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Bobbin, John Devaney, Mark Dirsa
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Publication number: 20090180279Abstract: A cap lamp system features a battery pack, a cap lamp housing containing a cap lamp bulb and a power cord connected between the battery pack and the cap lamp housing. The power cord provides power to the cap lamp bulb from the battery pack. An electronic module includes a housing defining a chamber and electronic circuitry is positioned within the chamber of the housing. The electronic module is positioned in circuit with the power cord. The electronic module may receives power from the battery pack and the electronic circuitry of the electronic module may includes a battery that powers the module.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventors: JOSEPH BOBBIN, John Devaney, Mark Dirsa
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Publication number: 20090175029Abstract: A cap for illuminating a beverage container includes a lens, a light emitting diode (LED), a battery, a control circuit, a control button, and a transparent lower section. The LED is mounted between a top cover of the cap and the lens. The LED is positioned to project light downward towards the lens. The control circuit is powered by the battery to drive the LED when activated. The control button is mounted in the top cover of the cap to activate the control circuit. The lower section is mounted to a base of the lens. The lower section is configured to be removably attached to the beverage container.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2008Publication date: July 9, 2009Inventor: Ming Chiang
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Patent number: 7549770Abstract: A flashlight or lantern having a separate modular component that is preferably powered by the flashlight or lantern power source and is mounted within a pocket or recess on the outer surface of the body of the flashlight or lantern. The module can be a secondary lighting source or a device such as a tracking mechanism or GPS receiver. The module can be semi-permanently or detachably mounted to the flashlight or lantern.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2006Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: Koehler-Bright Star, Inc.Inventors: John P. Devaney, Mark F. Dirsa
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Publication number: 20090154148Abstract: A lighting apparatus includes an electrical contact that receives power from an external power source, a battery receiving region, and a battery backed light source. A user interface receives an input indicative of a first desired operation of the lighting apparatus when power is available from the AC power source and a second desired operation of the battery backed light source in the absence of power from the AC power source. Electrical circuitry uses battery power to operate the battery backed light source in the absence of power from the AC power source based on the second desired operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: EVEREADY BATTERY COMPANY, INC.Inventors: Craig S. Meyer, Peter F. Hoffman, Joseph P. Gardner, Daniel L. Stuckey, David A. Furth, Donwoong Kang, Scott W. Osiecki, David J. Hine, Ronald J. Kingston
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Publication number: 20090147506Abstract: Flashlights are provided herein that can be removable attached to a magnetic surface. A flashlight can include a body having a bulb end and a clip end, a light source connected to the bulb end, and one or more magnets attached to the body flashlight. In one example, a flashlight includes a pocket clip attached to the clip end, and the one or more magnets can be attached to the pocket clip.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2008Publication date: June 11, 2009Inventor: KENNETH M. ROBINSON
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Publication number: 20090144920Abstract: A toothbrush with a handle having a base, a body, and a head. A projector of sound or music and/or light located within the handle. The toothbrush having at least one bristle attached to the head. The toothbrush having a switch and a control circuit. The control circuit configured to activate the projector of sound or music and/or light after the switch is depressed. The switch passing through and being in sealing engagement with the handle.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2009Publication date: June 11, 2009Applicant: Dr. Fresh, Inc.Inventor: Puneet Nanda
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Patent number: 7540623Abstract: A fixing and positioning device for a torch-light comprises a slide associated with retaining means integral to an actuating part movable between a latched position and an unlatched position, and a male coupling insertable in the guide. The coupling is provided with an annular notched crown-wheel so as to form a mechanical clipping connection enabling an angular orientation with indexing of the torch-light with respect to the support.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2006Date of Patent: June 2, 2009Assignee: ZEDELInventors: Paul Petzl, Raphael Bortolotti
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Publication number: 20090109664Abstract: 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 an 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2008Publication date: April 30, 2009Applicant: Mag Instrument, Inc.Inventor: Christopher Lee Halasz
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Publication number: 20090109663Abstract: A fragrance releasing electronic candle comprises a housing constructed in the form of a cylinder and including a circuit board and a battery case, both of which are assembled therein, the battery case including a power switch arranged thereon and a bottom lid covered to the opening thereof, characterized in that the housing includes a receiving compartment formed on the top end thereof for receiving a fragrance piece, and includes a fan secured in the lower side thereof for the connection with the circuit board, the housing also includes an upper cover covered thereon and having a plurality of bores arranged thereon and having a central hole formed at the center thereof for inserting at least one LED lamp therein, such that the at least one LED may be electrically conducted with the circuit board, and a lamp shield in the shape of a flame may be adhesively affixed in the central hole of the upper cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2007Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventor: Ching-Tien Tsai
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Publication number: 20090097237Abstract: An electrically powered flame simulator comprises at least two light sources, an integrated circuit electrically connected to the light sources for intermittently illuminating at least one of the light sources independently of other light sources such that the light sources together provide the effect of a flickering movement, and a power source for providing power to the integrated circuit. The flame simulator may be mounted in a decorative or ornamental device such as a candle or fire log, or used on decorative clothing, or may be part of a hazzard or warning system. One or more solid state light sources may also be used.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Inventors: Robert A. Gutstein, Monita Liu
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Patent number: 7497685Abstract: A wick-holder assembly includes a wick-retention member for retaining a wick thereto and a heat-conductive element extending from a base portion. The heat-conductive element may include materials having different thermal expansion coefficients. The materials may be arranged to interact to cause a portion of the heat-conductive element to move in response to a flame disposed on the wick.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2005Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Chris A. Kubicek, Cory J Nelson
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Patent number: 7484858Abstract: A light head is mounted on a common base, and includes a light source in a mounting base. The base is mounted on a collapsible elongated pole, and the pole is for mounting on an outside wall of a carrying case. There is a carrying handle for the case, an electrical power outlet mounted on a wall, base or lid of the case and for plugging in an electrical wire to power the light head. The interior of the case is for locating a rechargeable battery, and the battery when charged, supplies power to the power outlet such that the light head can be powered. Recharging can be via either a 12V DC automobile or a 110 AC power supply. The carrying handle is extendible; and retractable, and in the retraction mode is essentially within the general perimeter space of the case. The case includes a pair of pulley wheels, the wheels being for facilitating the moving of the case.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2008Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Pelican Products, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Deighton, Greg Rhoads
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Patent number: 7478918Abstract: A portable lamp comprises a LED-based lighting module, a rotary selector switch for selecting the operating mode, and a power supply battery, the whole assembly being housed in a compact case which is coupled to a fixing plate with multidirectional orientation. The lighting module and the selector switch are arranged side by side on the front face, the fixing plate being joined to the case by a ball and socket joint arranged in a housing provided at the base of the case between the selector switch and the lighting module.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2007Date of Patent: January 20, 2009Assignee: ZedelInventors: Paul Petzl, Raphael Bortolotti
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Patent number: 7470036Abstract: A light head is mounted on a common base, and includes a light source in a mounting base. The base is mounted on a collapsible elongated pole, and the pole is for mounting on an outside wall of a carrying case. There is a carrying handle for the case, an electrical power outlet mounted on a wall, base or lid of the case and for plugging in an electrical wire to power the light head. The interior of the case is for locating a rechargeable battery, and the battery when charged, supplies power to the power outlet such that the light head can be powered. Recharging can be via either a 12V DC automobile or a 110 AC power supply. The carrying handle is extendible; and retractable, and in the retraction mode is essentially within the general perimeter space of the case. The case includes a pair of pulley wheels, the wheels being for facilitating the moving of the case.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2007Date of Patent: December 30, 2008Assignee: Pelican Products, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Deighton, Greg Rhoads
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Patent number: 7461827Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a hanging tool support assembly provide a portable, adjustable support to hold and/or position a tool, such as a flashlight. For example, the hanging tool support assembly hangs or is otherwise suspended from a support line proximate to a work area. According to exemplary embodiments, the hanging tool support assembly includes a pair of inverted, J-shaped hangers, a downwardly extending arm, a movable support piece connecting the downwardly extending arm to a tool support base, the tool support base, and attachment means for supporting and/or holding a tool to the tool support base. In some embodiments, the hangers may further include additional safety and/or positioning components.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2006Date of Patent: December 9, 2008Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.Inventors: Paul Brent Rivers, Frederick Diggle, III
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Patent number: 7455419Abstract: An efficient, long lasting identification and trail light that is suitable for marking trails and objects for nighttime identification includes a translucent housing with an internal cavity. A folding tack is mounted on the housing and is movable from a folded away storage position to an extended position for temporarily tacking the housing to an object. An electrical control circuit with a battery are suitably mounted within the cavity. A light is mounted on the housing and is connected to the control circuit. A photocell is connected to the control circuit to actuate battery power to turn on the light in darkness to identify an object or illuminate a trail.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2007Date of Patent: November 25, 2008Inventors: Gerald E. Helget, Robert Evans
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Publication number: 20080239715Abstract: A light head is mounted on a common base, and includes a light source in a mounting base. The base is mounted on a collapsible elongated pole, and the pole is for mounting on an outside wall of a carrying case. There is a carrying handle for the case, an electrical power outlet mounted on a wall, base or lid of the case and for plugging in an electrical wire to power the light head. The interior of the case is for locating a rechargeable battery, and the battery when charged, supplies power to the power outlet such that the light head can be powered. Recharging can be via either a 12V DC automobile or a 110 AC power supply. The carrying handle is extendible; and retractable, and in the retraction mode is essentially within the general perimeter space of the case. The case includes a pair of pulley wheels, the wheels being for facilitating the moving of the case.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2008Publication date: October 2, 2008Applicant: PELICAN PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Kevin Deighton, Greg Rhoads
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Publication number: 20080198589Abstract: An illumination structure of a telecommunication device with a housing. The illumination structure comprises a printed circuit board, a supporting member, and an illuminating apparatus. The printed circuit board is disposed in the housing. The supporting member is disposed on the printed board. The illuminating apparatus is disposed on the supporting member and electrically coupled to the printed circuit board.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2007Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventor: Ming-Sheng Wang
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Publication number: 20080180946Abstract: A flashlight has a lamp assembly with a number of operating states including an off state and a number of different brightness level output states The flashlight has an elongated housing with opposed forward and rear ends. The housing has a body portion extending to the rear end, and a head portion rotatably attached to the body portion and extending to the forward end. The lamp operating state is based on the rotational position of the head portion with respect to the body. The body portion and head portion may be cylindrical elements of a common diameter. The head portion may include an electronic component having a rotatable input that is engaged by an element on the body portion. The flashlight may include a removable end portion opposite the head portion, with a support facility operable to support the housing, such that a user does not need to contact the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Inventors: Paul Y. Kim, John W. Matthews, Robert L. Kolb
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Patent number: 7396140Abstract: A portable reading lamp of the invention comprises a base, a head portion and a pole to connect the base with the head portion. The head portion is provided with the luminant, which is semiconductor LED. A battery box is provided on the base, the head portion or the pole for supplying direct current. The semiconductor LED is used as the luminant in the invention, so the reading lamp of the invention can save energy in high-efficiency (10% electricity consumption of the traditional reading lamp), which also has the following strongpoint: saturated color and ray, infinite motley, switching rapidly, unpolluted, shock-resistant, dampness-resistant, long usage life (100,000 hours), radiation-free and less maintenance. The invention also provides a battery box in the base for supplying direct current, which is very convenient to be used in the field when no external power source can be used.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2005Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Inventor: Jianping Cai
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Patent number: 7387420Abstract: A surface light source device has a light-conductor plate operable to conduct light inside and allows the light to exit at a light-exit surface to outside, a light source that is small compared to a width of the light-conductor plate, having a first surface arranged opposite to a light incident surface of the light-conductor plate, and a second surface opposite the first surface, and a fixture having fit pieces engaged on fit areas formed on the light conductor plate, an abutment piece urged to a push area formed on the second surface of the light source, and clamp pieces urged to clamp steps formed on the light source. The abutment piece urges the push area to the light incident surface by an elastic reactive force generated by elastic deformation of the fixture between the fixture and the abutment piece.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2007Date of Patent: June 17, 2008Assignee: Omron CorporationInventors: Tatsuya Ogino, Jyunichiro Tsuji
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Patent number: 7377673Abstract: A safety light is mounted retractably in a handlebar of a bicycle and has a housing, a retaining clamp, a sleeve, a lamp assembly and a spring. The retaining clamp is mounted in the housing. The sleeve is mounted around the housing. The lamp assembly is mounted slidably in and selectively protrudes from the housing and comprises a lamp housing, a retaining post and a light assembly. The lamp housing is mounted slidably in the housing and has an inner end, an outer end and at least one lamp hole. The retaining post is formed on the inner end the lamp housing and is engaged by the clamp. The light assembly is mounted in the lamp housing and comprises a circuit board and at least one lamp. The at least one lamp is mounted on the circuit board. The spring is mounted between the lamp assembly and the retaining clamp.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2007Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Inventor: Yu-Hsiu Hsiao
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Patent number: 7367689Abstract: An adjustable light includes a base member, which is a shell-like member, having a circuit board and a battery set therein and having a pivot portion and a magnet at an end thereof. The base member can be attracted on a surface, which is made of a magnetic attraction material, by the magnet. A pivot base is pivoted on pivot portion of the base member, on which a switch is provided. An illuminating tube member has a transparent tube and a lamp in the tube. The tube has two lids to close two ends thereof. A shaft is inserted through one lid to pivot the illuminating tube member on the pivot base, and a hook mount is pivoted on the other lid.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2005Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Hiever Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tony Huang
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Patent number: 7364320Abstract: A handheld flashlight includes a head that pivots relative to a body. Three legs pivotally connect to the body and open into a tripod to support the head in an elevated position. The legs are spring-biased toward the open tripod position and are selectively held closed by a detent mechanism. In the closed position, the legs form a flashlight handle that is aligned with an illumination direction of the head and is shaped and sized to be held in the hand of an operator. Each of the three legs contain battery source holders for battery sources that connect to each other in parallel. Diodes are disposed in series with each battery source to prevent the parallel battery sources from discharging each other.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2006Date of Patent: April 29, 2008Assignee: The Stanley WorksInventors: Gary Van Deursen, Joseph Martone, Vincent Cook, Michael Kwok Ying Chan
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Publication number: 20080074868Abstract: A multi-function flashlight device in one preferred embodiment comprising a housing assembly having a tubular member for gripping the device in a user's hand, a control housing coupled to the tubular member, and a lamp housing coupled to the control housing and having a light source mounted therein. The light source has an optical axis that is substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the tubular member. Batteries are housed in the tubular member. A control panel having a keypad overlay is mounted in the control housing. The keypad overlay includes a plurality of control buttons. A driver board in the control housing receives signals from the control panel and control the operation of the light source. The plurality of control buttons are manipulable by a single digit of the user's hand while gripping the tubular member.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2007Publication date: March 27, 2008Applicant: FIRST-LIGHT USA, LLCInventors: Gavin A. Steele, Jeremy B. Ross
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Publication number: 20080013302Abstract: Articles such as stationery and office supplies are illuminated with flashing lights in response to movement by a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2007Publication date: January 17, 2008Inventor: Ezra Esses
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Patent number: 7318657Abstract: A compact flashlight is configured such that it can be coupled to a key ring, as well as various other devices, and includes a locking mechanism that inhibits accidental opening and detachment from the ring or other device. The compact flashlight is further configured to allow the flashlight to be pointed in numerous directions while resting on a surface, and further allows for ease of battery replacement. The compact flashlight additionally includes a plurality of switches that are easy to operate, and includes both a momentary switch and an on-off switch.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2006Date of Patent: January 15, 2008Inventor: Donald J. Booty, Jr.
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Patent number: 7315037Abstract: An infrared identification device includes a light emitting panel member that receives light from an infrared light source for conduction within the panel member and emission from a light emitting surface area on one side of the panel member, which is relatively easy to detect at night when viewed through night vision equipment. The device may be capable of functioning in an interrogation mode, allowing the device to be activated remotely by a predetermined signal frequency, code signal or pulse signal and send out a signal response.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2006Date of Patent: January 1, 2008Assignee: Lumitex, Inc.Inventors: David J. Page, Brian M. Spahnie
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Patent number: 7309137Abstract: A portable reading light has a telescoping arm that is slidable within a housing, the arm having a light source at the end thereof which has one or more light emitting diodes which provide bright light, low power consumption and durability. The light emitting diodes preferably are located in an articulatable light support and disposed adjacent to a focusing lens to better direct and shape the light onto a surface. The arm is mounted to a base assembly slidable within the housing and being telescopically expandable for stabilizing the arm when set for use.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2004Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: Sunrich Manufactory Ltd.Inventor: Wai Hong Chan
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Patent number: 7309147Abstract: A flashlight includes a body, a flashlight head assembly, and a switch assembly. The body includes a first end securable to the flashlight head assembly, a second end, and a substantially cylindrical portion between the first end and the second end. The switch assembly, which is located at the substantially cylindrical portion of the body adjacent the second end, electrically connects with the flashlight head assembly to regulate the delivery of power thereto. The flashlight head assembly includes a first end and a second end securable to the body, a lens disposed in the flashlight head at the first end, a reflector disposed in the flashlight head adjacent the lens, a heat sink disposed in the flashlight head adjacent the reflector, and an LED assembly disposed within the heat sink such that the heat sink substantially completely surrounds the LED assembly.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2005Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: Lightstick Partners, LLCInventor: Richard W. Martin
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Patent number: 7309140Abstract: A light for a jack includes a housing having a chamber therein to receive a battery set, two pivot portions at two exterior sides thereof and a light portion at a top thereof. Two pivot devices are pivoted on the pivot portions of the housing respectively to be moved to change an angle relative to the housing. Each of the pivot devices is provided with a magnet to couple the pivot devices with the jack by a magnetic force of the magnets.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2005Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: Hiever Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tony Huang
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Publication number: 20070285934Abstract: A bicycle or moped lighting system projects light onto a rider's legs to make the rider more visible to motor vehicle operators and thereby improve the rider's safety. At least one safety light fixture is mounted to lower portions of bicycle seat stays or rear portions of the bicycle chain stays. The light fixture includes light sources generating light beams directed forward onto rear surfaces of the rider's legs. While peddling, the motion of the lighted legs attracts the attention of the motor vehicle operators thereby improving rider visibility. Additional light beams may be directed inward and upward toward the bicycle frame and/or the rider's buttocks to provide additional visibility to the rider and to allow the motor vehicle operators to more easily identify the bicycle and rider. A second light fixture may reside ahead of the rider to direct light beams onto the front of the rider's moving legs.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2007Publication date: December 13, 2007Inventor: James Carillo
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Patent number: 7303298Abstract: A combination flashlight audio device wherein the flashlight has an elongated body with an integral mounting flange to which the audio component mounts by way of an attachment means. The streamlined combination may be separated or attached as the audio component is detachable from the flashlight and each of the flashlight and audio component has its own power supply. In addition, for increased functionality, the combination flashlight audio device may further include secondary elements such as a belt clip, a compass or a carabineer.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2005Date of Patent: December 4, 2007Assignee: Sun Coast Merchandise CorporationInventor: Dilip Bhavnani
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Patent number: 7296905Abstract: A work light for a power tool. In an exemplary embodiment, the work light includes a generally cylindrical housing constructed for receiving a light source. The housing includes a pin generally transverse to the housing and unitary with such housing. Further, an electrical coupling is configured to provide electricity to the light source from a power tool electrical source and is integrated with the electrical source. Additionally, a bracket including a flange with a plurality of apertures for receiving a series of fasteners for mounting the bracket to an external surface of the power tool is included. The bracket defines a recessed structure for receiving the pin and includes a pair of recesses spaced apart to retain a first end of the pin and a second end of the pin. The pin included within the housing permits linear positioning of the housing along an axis generally perpendicular to the pin.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2005Date of Patent: November 20, 2007Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Brent Stafford
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Patent number: 7293903Abstract: An LED illuminated glow stick apparatus uses multicolored LEDs to illuminate an optically transmitting tube that is encased in a soft cushion that is at least partially transparent. The LED illuminated glow stick is capable of glowing in a variety of different colors. It is reusable and rechargeable and safe for children. The LED illuminated glow stick is useful as safety equipment and as a toy. The LED illuminated glow stick may additionally include an LED flashlight.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2004Date of Patent: November 13, 2007Inventor: Teddy Yeung Man Lo
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Patent number: 7290897Abstract: An illumination apparatus includes a base having a bottom surface and a mounting portion that is operably disposed above the bottom surface by between about one and one hundred centimeters, and a lamp device having a housing and a lamp, and being secured to the mounting portion in an orientation enabling radiant energy to be emitted from the lamp device in a predetermined direction. The lamp device further includes an actuation mechanism disposed at one or more of the housing and the base, such that the lamp may be selectively energized and de-energized by a user through a hands-free operation.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2005Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Inventor: Randy Schmidt
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Patent number: 7281826Abstract: A headband comprises a magnifying lens and a detachable assembly comprising a battery compartment received in a well and including a top recessed member, a ridge in the recessed member, a bottom magnet magnetically connected to the well, and a bottom cover; illumination means including a cavity inside a bottom recess; and connection means including a hollow T-shaped post including a top pivot member, a bottom pivot member having a peripheral groove, and two rounded projections at both sides of the top pivot member for pivotably coupling to the cavity; and a hollow, parallelepiped base including an interior peripheral protrusion matingly coupled to the groove, two opposite side pins pivotably coupled to the recessed member, and a bottom toothed member matingly, pivotably coupled to the ridge. The assembly can be detached by inserting a pointed object into a through hole on the well to disengage the magnet from the well.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2003Date of Patent: October 16, 2007Assignee: Gem Optical Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tsung Hui Huang
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Patent number: 7249862Abstract: The present invention provides an electric tool which includes an electrical device, such as a radio, as an additional function, and is lightweight and easy to handle for operation. The electric tool includes a lithium-ion secondary battery as a power supply, and is equipped with an electrical device, which operates on small electric power supplied from the lithium-ion secondary battery.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2003Date of Patent: July 31, 2007Assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: Takayuki Shirane
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Patent number: 7246928Abstract: An illumination tool for projecting a light beam through a transparent structure that has a portion of the tool detachably securable via a vacuum seal mechanism that engages the transparent structure. A lighting mechanism is electrically attached to the illumination tool and is positioned in contact with the transparent structure via a soft seal positioned about the lighting mechanism. The lighting mechanism may, if desired, be manually activated and deactivated i.e., the illumination tool turned on or off. If desired, the illumination tool may be remotely operated by a user depressing a remote operating switch and a radio signal is communicated to the illumination tool. The remote actuator may also be hardwire connected to the illumination tool. Further, if desired the lighting mechanism may be illuminated via strobe light, a continuous or flashing beam of light.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2006Date of Patent: July 24, 2007Inventor: Forrest A. Marshall
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Patent number: 7246927Abstract: A portable light is provided with a hook cylinder assembly which includes a retracting hook rod connected to a rotor assembly. The hook rod and rotor assembly can be rotated and held in position with respect to a remainder of the hook cylinder assembly. A hook located at an end of the hook rod can thus be oriented in a desired direction.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2005Date of Patent: July 24, 2007Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: David L. Wikle, Nicholas E. Achterberg, William J. Robinson, Lindsay A. Dilley
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Patent number: 7224271Abstract: A signal assembly includes a light device connected to a light stick which has three connection hooks extending from an outer periphery thereof. A first connection assembly is mounted to the light stick and includes a first ring and a second ring connected with each other, wherein the first ring has a first flange extending outward from a first end thereof and three notches are defined through the first flange. The connection hooks are removably engaged with the three notches and hooked with the first flange by rotating the light stick relative to the first ring. By this way the light stick is able to be separated from the first connection assembly. Three leg plates are pivotably connected to the first connection assembly.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2005Date of Patent: May 29, 2007Inventor: Shiunn-Terny Wang
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Patent number: 7217013Abstract: An electric light for work comprises an electric light body having a grip part formed in the shape of a stick; an engagement member formed in the shape of a C letter, one of fixing and engaging fixedly and detachably with a back end of the grip part of the electric light body; and a support stand attached via a rotatable member which can rotate more than 120 degrees with adding the power more than predetermined quantity to a back end portion of a approximately center part of the engagement member, capable of adhering fixedly to the metal surface by magnetism so that the grip part of the electric light body adheres rotatably to the metal face at 90 degrees or more, and the electric light for work an be used under such condition.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2003Date of Patent: May 15, 2007Inventor: Toshiaki Endo
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Patent number: 7204614Abstract: A portable, automated illumination device is provided that is capable of illuminating an item stored on or near the device, such items may include eyeglasses, drinking cups, or other household articles. In one embodiment, the device includes a top section platform that has a sloped, nearly vertical edge to retain items and a sensor that instantly illuminates a light in response to motion adjacent to the device. In certain embodiments, the light provides illumination of the surrounding area to allow a user to find an item stored in or near the device, or to locate a more significant light source. Preferably, the light is illuminated for a certain period of time, after which the device resets to be triggered by subsequent motion, heat, or other stimuli detectable by the sensor.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2004Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: Beacons, LLCInventors: Kerri E. Hanis, Lawrence R. Happ, Mark Hanis
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Patent number: 7204619Abstract: Battery operated sconces, battery operated chandeliers, battery operated candles and candles with unique shapes are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2004Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Inventor: Ronald B. Sherer
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Patent number: 7195370Abstract: A rechargeable triangular light emitting wand having a base tube (1) and a light tube (4). The base tube contains a rechargeable stored-energy unit (2) in addition to being a handle and a daytime signaler. The light tube (4) contains a light emitter which includes a plurality of light-emitting diode units (18) on a circuit board (14) having at least three sides to permit a person to see the light-emitting diode units (18) from any angle. The light tube has a push button (3) for selective switching of current for the light emitter. Moisture-proof pivotal attachment of the light tube to the base tube, moisture-proof construction of the light tube and moisture-proof construction of the base tube render the entire wand moisture-proof.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2004Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Inventors: Edward L. Riblett, Ishan Sh. Saleem
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Patent number: 7178938Abstract: An apparatus for lighting and magnifying having a tubular housing containing a power means, an illumination means, and an illumination means cover; a magnifying lens, the said magnifying lens being substantially the same size and shape as the illumination means cover; and a hinge connecting the tubular housing and the magnifying lens, allowing the magnifying lens to rotate a maximum of 270 degrees.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2005Date of Patent: February 20, 2007Inventor: Simeon Sordjan, Jr.
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Patent number: RE40342Abstract: A portable light includes first and second d.c. lamps. A first housing portion has longitudinal access and encloses the first lamp while projecting a first light beam in a direction of longitudinal access. The first housing portion has a exterior surface contour and includes a compartment containing an electrical device connectable to a d.c. power supply connectable in circuit with the first lamp. A second housing portion is the shape of a hand grip and extends from first side of the first housing portion in a direction transversed to the longitudinal access to the first housing portion. The second housing portion encloses the second lamp which is connectable in circuit with the electrical device for projecting a second light beam in the direction forming at an angle with the longitudinal access of the first housing portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2001Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: Vector Products, Inc.Inventor: Michael Krieger