Abstract: A bicycle lamp device including a lamp body. A lamp mount for fastening to the bicycle frame. A connecting member for fastening the lamp body to the lamp mount, and a circuit board installed in the lamp body and controlled by a charge coupled device to give light when the intensity of outside light drops below a predetermined value. The lamp body being turned about a coupling disc at one end of the connecting member and then fixed in position by a projecting block on the coupling disc. The lamp mount consisting of a mounting frame fixed to the bicycle frame and coupling frame turned about a screw bolt on the mounting frame and fixed in position by a nut to hold the lamp body.

Abstract: A lighted shoulder strap includes a hook, buckle, or slider for attaching the strap to a bag, purse, or suitcase. An EL strip is attached to the strap by, for example, stitching or glue, to allow the wearer to be more visible at nighttime, particularly by motor vehicles, without detracting from the attractiveness of the strap, and a length adjustment clip and shoulder pad are included to ensure comfort for the wearer.

Abstract: An aiming apparatus attached to the shaft of a putter to help a golfer achieve a desired orientation for the putter's head, said desired orientation being one in which the head is desirably oriented with respect to a target toward which a golfer is about to direct a ball, said putter having an elongated shaft with proximal and distal ends, and there being a grip affixed to the shaft's proximal end and a head affixed to the shaft's distal end, comprising:a) a clamp selectively attached to the putter's shaft near the grip;b) a battery-operated generator of radiant energy that is selectively operable by a golfer to direct a narrowly focussed beam of radiant energy in a predictable direction, said radiant energy being within the range of wavelengths that are visible to the human eye, and the generator having a housing;c) a device for supporting the generator housing with respect to the clamp in such a way that the direction of the beam of radiant energy may be selectively varied by the golfer while the golfer is

Abstract: A flashing light housing that is adapted to be removably attached to the rear (i.e. heel) of any shoe, such as, for example, a sneaker, sport shoe, training shoe, or the like, without requiring factory alterations to the shoe. A manually accessible light control switch is operable by the wearer to selectively control the energization of a flashing light source that is carried at the interior of the housing. An attachment hook extends from the housing to fit over the top of and around the heel of the shoe, whereby the housing will be suspended from the heel. A resilient attachment band is connected to and extends outwardly and in opposite directions from the flashing light housing. The attachment band is adapted to be fastened to the sole of the shoe at each of a first side and an opposite side thereof, whereby to hold the housing against the heel. By virtue of the foregoing, the flashing light housing is characterized by a large viewing area that is easily visible to on-lookers.

Abstract: The present invention is a bracket for coupling an illuminating device having an independent power supply to a night vision device having a separate power supply, wherein the illuminating device coupled to the housing of the night vision device will draw no additional power from the night vision device. The bracket comprises a generally cylindrical barrel for receiving the illuminating device, which may be a flashlight. A support extends substantially perpendicularly from the cylindrical barrel near one end. An eye ring is included on the support for attaching the bracket to a housing. The support further includes a second support region extending from the cylindrical barrel to just above the eye ring, wherein the support region overhangs a portion of the housing of the night vision device to provide additional support.

Abstract: The flashlight apparatus of the present invention includes a rechargeable flashlight and a bracket which mounts the flashlight to a support during recharging. The flashlight includes two light sources, a first switch for activating its power source and a second switch for selecting which of the two light sources the power source energizes.

Abstract: The present article holder comprises a dual purpose clip which is designed to attach to an article such as a flashlight, a clip attachment that locks onto the clip, and a clamp for attaching to a fixture or clothing. The clip is provided with a shank portion that may be used to clip onto a shirt pocket or like, much in the manner that a conventional pen with a clip is held to a clothing. The attachment is rotatably connected to the clamp so as to permit the attachment to be positioned relative to the clamp. The attachment permits the clip to be removably attached thereto with a locking feature. The end of the shank is provided with a curved enlarged head which cooperate with slots formed at the opposed longitudinal ends of the attachment. The slots and the head cooperate to releasably lock the clip thereunto.

Abstract: The bicycle rear lighting system comprises: a light emitting structure including a first linear array of two or more light emitting diodes which emit light along a first line; first mounting structure for mounting the light emitting structure underneath the rear edge of a bicycle seat; a source of electrical energy coupled to the light emitting structure; second mounting structure for mounting the source of electrical energy to the underside of the bicycle seat; a first switch coupled to the source of electrical energy and to the light emitting structure for connecting and disconnecting the source of electrical energy with the light emitting structure; and the array of two or more light emitting diodes being arranged closely adjacent to each other so that the diverging light beam from each light emitting diode overlaps the light beam from an adjacent light emitting diode thereby to provide a powerful, reinforced light beam along the first line.

Abstract: A flashlight having a means attached thereto for holding and thereby illuminating an item such as a small document.

Abstract: A small, self contained light, swivel mounted on a clasp that will grip cylindrically shaped objects including pens, pencil and fingers. The cone shaped light body includes a lens, reflector, bulb, battery and switch.

Abstract: An illumination device is provided for a purse of the type having a body with side gussets, a frame with a knob closure, a carry handle, a shoulder strap attached to the side gussets by loops and an inner pocket with a slide fastener. The device comprises a housing removably attached to the purse, so as to hang within the interior of the body. A power source is on the housing. A light source on the housing is connected via an electric circuit to the power source. A component is for opening and closing the electrical circuit to turn the light source on and off. When the light source is turned on, it will supply a sufficient amount of illumination within the body of the purse to allow a person to find small objects.

Abstract: The subject invention combines the function of a flashlight holster with the function of a light wand. The combined functions are provided by a shaped, translucent receptacle, into which the flashlight is protectively inserted and carried. Part of the holster-wand may incorporate an attachment for facilitating removable securement of the holster-wand combination to the carrier's person. The holster-wand combination may incorporate a flexibly attached cap which acts as a flashlight lens protector and/or as a color coded signalling device. The combination may advantageously include an internal bottom spring, which allows the accommodation of various length flashlights. The combination is attachable to the user's person via a clip, such as a belt-clip, or it may be attached to a stationary object. In an alternate embodiment, the invention is fastened to the clip via a permanent magnet assembly.

Abstract: A lamp assembly having a gravity actuated switch and battery power is provided for attachment to a toilet seat ring at the rearward portion thereof, proximate the pivotal axis of attachment of the seat ring, so as to be rotated from a position remote from the toilet bowl interior when the seat ring is in the "down" position with the lamp inactive and directed at the toilet bowl interior when the seat ring is in the "up" position and the light is consequently operative.

Abstract: A portable headlamp that is particularly designed for use with bicycles integrates a number of essential features and functions desired by modern bicyclists. The headlamp has an easily removable and universally mountable fastening system that requires no tools to install. The mounting system includes a rotary joint that enables a headlamp to be pointed in any desired direction while maintaining a constant friction that can be set by the user. A focussable light beam enables the operator to vary the light distribution pattern, thereby making the headlamp suitable for use under a number of different conditions. The electrical system for the headlamp can be readily upgraded to accommodate the needs of different riding conditions, without requiring additional parts.

Abstract: A novel compact and portable lighting system can be used for both mobile and immobile vehicles. The lighting system can act both as auxiliary lighting and as back-up lighting for standard vehicle light systems. This novel system includes an auxiliary portable power source such as a battery and a control box which can be mounted on the inside of a window. The lighting assemblies connected through the control box can include any combination of headlights, brake lights, reverse lights, signal lights, hazard lights or other useful lights. The lighting assemblies connected to the control box can be enabled independently of each other. The frame upon which the lights are mounted is adjustable in size so as to be able to fit any sized vehicle. A preferred means to secure this novel portable lighting system is with magnetic suction cups so that the invention can be secured to both metallic and nonmetallic surfaces. This enables rapid placement and easy removal of the lighting system as desired.

Abstract: A guide plate on the head of the flashlight provides an alignment feature which aligns a pair of flashlight charging contacts with a pair of terminals in charging unit for releasably holding the flashlight in its charging receptacle. The flashlight is held within the charging receptacle in a consistent orientation, so that the flashlight switch may be easily found when the flashlight is grasped. The charging receptacle grips the head portion of the flashlight with a pair of spring-loaded jaws. A battery assembly is provided which presents both positive and negative terminals at the forward end of the battery unit. Connections are made from the forward end of the battery to an interconnection module within the flashlight head assembly.

Abstract: A light for illuminating an interior of a purse. The inventive device includes a housing mounting a light bulb therewithin. A reflector is positioned about the light bulb to direct light towards a diffusing lens which projects the light in a plurality of directions. The device includes a mounting assembly permitting selective removal of the device from the purse, and a digital clock for indicating the time of day.

Abstract: This invention is a device which holds a small cylindrical flashlight alongside the head of the wearer, and folds into a sheath for the flashlight when the flashlight is not being used. This device consists of a main strap which is wrapped around the head and secured with complementary hook and loop tape on each overlapping end. The flashlight is held in a holder which is attached to the main strap by a snap set and pieces of complementary hook and loop tape. The holder can be adjusted to any position in the vertical axis. This device has a set of tabs that wrap around the folded main strap in a perpendicular manner, holding the folded main strap and holder into sheath form by attaching complementary hook and loop tape located on the overlapping tab ends. The flashlight mounting unit with 360 degree swiveling capabilities is also designed so that it can be mounted onto a hat or any other chosen surface by a common fastening element compatible to the chosen surface area and the flashlight mounting unit.

Abstract: A novel, remote controlled telescope flashlight is provided for use for a telescope operating in darkness. As an optical eyepiece is removed from the remote control eyepiece holder of the telescope, an automatic switch is thrown that powers the telescope flashlight. This flashlight, attached to the tripod leg of the telescope, illuminates the tripod tray where other eyepieces are stored. The automatic, instantaneous illumination makes the process of removing and replacing eyepieces faster and easier.

Abstract: A system for illuminating parts of an aircraft, such as a helicopter, including three low-intensity position lights (10) mounted on the aircraft, with two of the position lights mounted in a forward location and spaced laterally from the center of the aircraft and a third position light mounted in an aft location centrally positioned on the aircraft. The three position lights provide a triangular light formation that indicates the position of the aircraft during tactical, covert operations. The position lights include a chemiluminescent light source (12) and a housing (22) for carrying the chemiluminescent light source. Each housing is secured to a part of the aircraft by means of a bracket (52) and a pair of band clamps (60). The chemiluminescent light source is visible from within the housing within a limited range of the aircraft. Preferably, the chemiluminescent light source creates an infrared light that is detectable by means of night vision goggles worn by pilots of nearby flying aircraft.

Abstract: A portable light for laptop computers comprising a battery pack and a light assembly selectively engageable in a use position with the light assembly extending perpendicular from the upper portion of the battery pack and slidably engaged within mounting clips on the battery pack, and a stored position wherein the battery pack is received substantially co-linear with the light assembly within a storage pocket in the light assembly.

Abstract: A battery case accommodating a battery is inserted into a battery case housing of a head lamp body. As the battery case is inserted, one protrusion of a stopper held by a stopper holding portion of the housing moves downward through an opening. When accommodation of the battery case is completed, another protrusion of the stopper as well as the one protrusion returns upward, and the former protrusion is fitted in a recess of the battery case to prevent movement of the battery case. When the head lamp body is attached to a bracket fixed on a bicycle in that state, a protrusion of the bracket prevents movement of the one protrusion of the stopper.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved battery backed-up explosion proof, safety lighting fixture for illuminating an area containing ignitable materials. The lighting fixture is portable and can be converted to an exit light.

Abstract: A lighted bicycle safety device with an actuatable safety light contained within a lighting apparatus. A light, power sours, and light switch are all compactly contained within the apparatus, which is pivotally connected to a bicycle to move between an operational orientation where the lighting apparatus is oriented substantially horizontally and laterally and the illuminating lens extends beyond the outermost side of the bicycle, and a storage orientation where the lighting apparatus is oriented flush with the plane of the bicycle frame. A straightening spring absorbs impacts of passing motor vehicles. An on-off switch projects from and slides along a channel formed in the apparatus. The switch moves a sleeve and a light bulb retainer to shift the light bulb between on and off positions.

Abstract: There is disclosed a two-piece portable light assembly adapted for illuminating and attention focusing with respect to a logo or other design, consisting of a base formed by a housing for accommodating a power source and appropriate leads from the power source extending therefrom. The housing includes a pair of stakes which are interconnected with the power source leads, the stakes extending laterally outwardly from the housing in parallel relation. The portable light assembly is completed by a light carrying ledge which is provided with a rear wall having a pair of stake apertures formed in the rear wall, and a light bulb positioned in a light bulb aperture formed in the ledge wall extending outwardly from the rear wall. The light bulb has a pair of leads which extend into the stake apertures, such that when the stakes from the housing are inserted into the stake apertures, the circuitry between the power source and the light bulb is established.

Abstract: A wheel marker including a solar cell and disposed on a wheel cap so as to allow the present rotating state of a wheel of a vehicle to be visually recognized from a remote location includes as essential components a light emitting section radially extending toward the center of the wheel cap, a solar cell electricity generating section circumferentially extending around the central part of the wheel cap, a brightness detecting sensor disposed at the center of the wheel cap on the front side, an inverter disposed on the rear side, and a battery disposed on the rear side of the wheel cap and adapted to be charged by the solar cell. The light emitting section includes a light emitting element which usually comprises an electroluminescence element or a light emitting diode. In response to an output from the brightness detecting photosensor, the inverter is activated to turn on or off the battery. To turn off the battery when there is no need of activating the light emitting section, e.g.

Abstract: A lightweight, compact lighting device, which may be detachably, rotatably attached to an earpiece of a pilot's earphone headset or to a military pilot's helmet, is primarily designed for use by pilots in the event of a blackout in the cockpit of an aircraft. The search and survival light is convenient to switch off and on by simply rotating a switch activator near the front of the device. The lighting device may be constructed separately for attachment to an earphone or it may be manufactured as an integral portion of a headphone earpiece. In another embodiment, a bracket is included for holding a compass and the device includes a fibre optic cable to light to the compass.

Abstract: A lantern which is battery powered and is contained within a casing. Mounted on the exterior wall of the casing are a plurality of spaced apart rail-type attachments. A separate handle is to be securely mounted onto either of the rail-type attachments. The handle can be mounted in various positions in conjunction with the rail. Also, the longitudinal positioning of the handle on the rail can be varied according to individual desires. Once the desired position is obtained, the handle is fixedly secured to the rail.

Abstract: A hand mounted illuminating device which includes a hand covering portion having a first fastening material and a strap which is moveable with respect thereto, and a flashlight including a second fastening material which is interengageable with the first fastening material after which the flashlight is selectively covered by the strap so as to secure the flashlight to the hand covering portion.

Abstract: A mounting assembly includes a bracket, flasher light unit, and barricade. The bracket has a slot for attachment to the barricade and a round aperture for attachment to the flasher light unit. When attached to the barricade, the bracket and flasher may be rotated out of position to facilitate maintenance and rotated back into proper position for use. To prevent the accidental misaligning of the flasher during use, small protrusions on the barricade hold the bracket and flasher firmly in a proper vertical position.

Abstract: A portable, compact, battery-operated light apparatus for use with a compact computer game having a LCD video screen for enhancing the visibility of the LCD screen in use, which light apparatus comprises a body with a battery compartment and having side panels which define an open viewing space and lights provided in the body element to provide for indirect lighting of the viewing space, the light apparatus comprising a portable, compact, battery-powered light apparatus and which includes ridges on the light apparatus which snap in a releasable manner onto the grooves in a compact computer game video system to releasably secure the light apparatus in position over the LCD video screen of the compact game system.

Abstract: A compact, portable combined light and magnifier apparatus and method for use with portable computer, such as a portable, hand-held video game, having a video screen, such apparatus comprises a body composed of a plurality of panels which define an open space generally the size of the video screen and a battery compartment to supply power and lighting means within the body to provide indirect lighting to the video screen, the body and the battery compartment containing ridges which provide for the body to be releasably secured to the computer with the video screen. The apparatus includes a cover to fit over the open viewing space of the body and pivotable between a closed, compact position adjacent the face side of the body and an open, use position extending generally perpendicularly outwardly from the face side of the body.

Abstract: A portable hazard-warning light assembly (10) that is designed to warn on-coming vehicular traffic of a hazardous traffic/road condition. The assembly (10) consists of an elongated tubular body (12) having attached to its top edge (12A) a removable lens head (18) that houses an incandescent light bulb (62) that may be connected to a flasher (36). The bulb and flasher are powered by a single battery (60) that is housed within a battery compartment (20) located at the bottom edge (12D) of the body (12) and that includes a threaded battery compartment cover (28). The body (12) also has attached a slidable leg ring (34A) that has pivotally attached four retractable legs (34D) that are each supported by a leg brace (34H). To extend the legs, the ring (34A) is grasped and lowered. Conversely, to retract the legs, the ring is moved to its upward position. To apply power to the light bulb (62), the cover (28) is rotated which allows the battery (60) to move upwards and complete the electrical power circuit.

Abstract: A shoe warning light device comprises: a fastening seat having a holding space and disposed in a shoe midsole such that the front wall of the fastening seat is exposed; a luminous body fastened to the front wall of the fastening seat and provided with two polar feet extending into the holding space to form two conducting connections; a housing mounted detachably in the holding space and provided in the top wall thereof with a U-shaped slot forming a flexible tongue; two conducting pieces provided respectively with one end forming a power source connection engageable with one of the two conducting connections, with one of the two conducting pieces extending downwards to locate over the bottom wall of the housing, and with another one of the two conducting pieces extending upwards to locate under the tongue; and a battery disposed in the housing such that it is in contact with one of the two conducting pieces.

Abstract: A compact, durable, lightweight and long lasting electrical lighting device which is economical to manufacture and able to be releasably attached to various objects, particularly thinly cross-sectioned members, without unduly burdening the object by its being connected thereto, is composed of a plastic cylindrical housing, a first endcap connected to one end of the housing, a light emitting member mounted to the first endcap, one or more batteries located within the housing for powering the light emitting member, a second endcap slidably connected with the other end of the housing so as to be rotatably and axially guided by slots on the surface of the housing adjacent thereto, a spring for biasing the second endcap away from the light emitting member so as to effect an open circuit between the light emitting member and the batteries, electrical leads and contacts for selectively effecting a closed circuit between the batteries and the light emitting member when the second end cap, serving as an electrical swi

Abstract: A lighting device is operative for use as a bookmark and as a reading light. The body of the lighting device is constructed in a substantially flat configuration wherein it can easily be placed between the pages of a book to mark a position therein. The device further includes a slide arm having a light source mounted at the end thereof. The slide arm is slidably movable outwardly of the body wherein the lamps are automatically turned on and positioned over the body. For use as a reading light, the body of the device is placed between pages of the book, or between one of the covers and the adjacent pages of the book, wherein the lights thereof are positioned substantially over the open pages of the book that are being read.

Abstract: This invention provides an elongated flexible member that is capable of being formed into a plurality of differing shapes so that it can be supported at a variety of locations and has retaining means for retaining it in a desired shape so that a holder connected to one end thereof can hold a flashlight at any desired position relative thereto.

Abstract: A flashlight holder clamp assembly having a mounting bracket which contains one or, optionally, two elastomeric substantially spherical gripping members having a centrally disposed cylindrical channel therein for receiving a portion of the barrel of a small flashlight and for receiving a cylindrical support member. The gripping members also define a plurality of uniformly spaced longitudinal slots which communicate along their inner ends with the central channel so as to allow the gripping member to be uniformly constricted by the mounting bracket upon clamping the flashlight holder clamp assembly to a cylindrical member, such as a bicycle handlebar.

Abstract: A semi-annular band formed of shape-retentive material is arranged for positioning about an individual's neck, having its first end secured to a photo-cell and its second end mounting a flashlight member thereon, whereupon the photo-cell permits actuation of the flashlight member upon entering areas of limited available light.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus is arranged for fixed securement to an upper barbecue grill housing in adjacency and positioned below the handle, whereupon lifting of the upper housing relative to the lower housing of a barbecue grill structure, the illumination member directs illumination onto an underlying barbecue grill grate. The housing includes a generator and in operative communication with rechargeable batteries to effect selective illumination of illumination bulbs contained within the housing.

Abstract: A belt with an adjustable light housing and holder attached centrally to the belt front. A flashlight is inserted into the holder housing. The housing is vertically adjustable so that the light illuminates a variety of optional areas in front of the belt wearer.

Abstract: A lighted bicycle carrier bag comprises a bag body of flexible sheet material defining an enclosed space and suitable elements for attaching the body to a portion of a bicycle. An electroluminescent light source in the form of a strip is attached to the exterior of the body in a position such that it is visible to an observer from a multiplicity of aspects including both sides and either the rear or the front when the carrier bag is mounted on the bicycle A source of electrical power adapted to energize the light source is attached to a component of the carrier bag within the enclosed space and is connected by electrical conductors such as to form a circuit between the power source and the light source. A switch is interposed in the electrical circuit to selectively open and close the circuit.

Abstract: A sales promotion system and method is provided for attracting consumer attention to each individual article of a plurality of articles being sold and which are typically arranged on a store shelf. Each of the items to be sold has its own blinking light circuit arranged at a display surface of the product. Preferably, the display surface is a front surface or side surface of a box or package containing the item being sold. A light such as an LED driven by the blinking circuit protrudes through an aperture in the display surface. The blinking circuit blinks for a period of time sufficiently long to permit the items to be sold from the store shelf. Thereafter, the purchaser of the item, after opening the package, may remove the blinking circuit and wear the blinking circuit as a promotional button or the like.

Abstract: A bicycle signalling assembly comprises a seat body having two cylinders constructed in such a manner that a circuit board can be fastened securely to cylinders without using a hand tool.

Abstract: A portable, compact, battery-operated light apparatus for use with a compact computer game having a LCD video screen for enhancing the visibility of the LCD screen in use, which light apparatus comprises a body witha battery compartment and having side panels which define an open viewing space and lights provided in the body element to provide for indirect lighting of the viewing space, the light apparatus comprising a portable, compact, battery-powered light apparatus and which includes ridges on the light apparatus which snap in a releasable manner onto the grooves in a compact computer game video system to releasably secure the light apparatus in position over the LCD video screen of the compact game system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adjustable-length removably-mountable integral holder system having an elongate holder body which includes a first entry located at its forward end and a second opening located at its rear end. One or both ends of the body may possess means for mounting or connecting one or more auxiliary lighting units. Each end of the housing includes means for engaging a structural member. The length of the housing can be axially adjusted to allow removable mounting of the system between the structural members of a vehicle and to accommodate different mounting spaces. The elongate housing includes at least two sections which are axially extendable with respect to one another and further can be spring biased to allow compression of the spring when one end of the housing is moved toward the other for producing a force of securement when the housing is positioned in a space between two structural members which space is smaller than the overall length of the housing in an uncompressed state.

Abstract: A holder structure is arranged for mounting to a motorcycle frame above a rear wheel of the motorcycle, with a bracket structure including a plurality of spring-biased C-shaped clamps, each including clamp recesses that are coaxially aligned to mount a flashlight. In a modification of the invention, a second mounting plate arranged in a parallel coextensive relationship relative to the mounting plate is secured thereto to mount within a third and fourth clamp, a magazine tube is receive counter-weight battery members. The organization may further be provided with an illumination indicator member to indicate absence of the flashlight member mounted within the first and second resilient clamps.

Abstract: A flashlight holder clamp assembly having a mounting bracket which contains one or, optionally, two elastomeric substantially spherical gripping members having a centrally disposed cylindrical channel therein for receiving a portion of the barrel of a small flashlight and for receiving a cylindrical support member. The gripping members also define a plurality of uniformly spaced longitudinal slots which communicate along their inner ends with the central channel so as to allow the gripping member to be uniformly constricted by the mounting bracket upon clamping the flashlight holder clamp assembly to a cylindrical member, such as a bicycle handlebar.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding a flashlight or other small object adjacent to the side of the head of an underwater diver, thereby freeing the hands of the diver for other purposes, while still providing underwater lighting or other equipment. It is designed for releasable connection to head gear worn by underwater divers, and includes an element for providing support to a flashlight. The support preferably has a specific gravity of less than about one, thereby providing floatation to the apparatus and to any article which is carried by the apparatus, as well as support and orientation to a flashlight or other equipment which is carried by the apparatus. The support is connected to the head gear of a diver and to a flashlight by one or more strap which releasably engages and secures the flashlight to the support, and which strap also releasably engages and secures the support and the flashlight which it carries to the diver.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lighting accessory which may be worn by an individual that allows the user to variably direct the light emissions along an arc of approximately 180 degrees in front of and above the user. Once the light is positioned, it can be operated hands-free. The apparatus is self-contained having a housing comprised of two members hingedly connected together. When the housing is opened by rotating one member about the common hinge axis relative to the other housing member, the internal light switch is triggered to activate the light source. The switch is operably responsive to the relative positions of the housing members, disengaging the light source from the power source when the members are closed and engaging the light source to the power source when the housing unit is open.