Abstract: A flashlight having its components securely coupled together is provided. Mounting an illumination member in an engagement member, attaching a connecting assembly to an illumination assembly by bending latches downwardly for allowing a ridge to engage with slots, and attaching the coupled connecting assembly and the illumination assembly to a battery compartment by engaging a flat with a bottom of a first wall to electrically couple the illumination assembly to the battery compartment, inserting a pin insert into a gap between second walls for positioning, engaging keys with transverse portions of L-shaped grooves, and rotating the illumination assembly about the battery compartment until the keys enter into vertical portions of the grooves will secure the above components together.

Abstract: A safety light tube has a light string within the tube and is powered by a battery within a control assembly on the tube. The control assembly has controls such as an on-off switch and a flasher unit. The tube has, at both ends, a clip hook and a hook-and-loop fastener strap, providing dual means for attaching the ends to items such as dog leashes and to parts of the body, such as an arm.

Abstract: A flashlight in accordance with the present invention includes a chamber, end cap, head assembly and lamp holder assembly. The end cap includes a bowed tripod portion to facilitate standing the flashlight on a flat surface. The head assembly includes a reflector and a lens. In one embodiment of the invention, the head assembly includes an elliptical reflector. In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the flashlight having a elliptical reflector is matched with a negative or planar lens. In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the head assembly includes an hyperbolic reflector. In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the flashlight having a hyperbolic reflector is matched with a positive or planar lens. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, the flashlight includes electrode connections which prevent the conduction of electrical energy from batteries which are improperly aligned within the flashlight.

Abstract: A flashlight has a switch housing in between the battery compartment and reflector. The neck of the switch housing holds a lamp support at a central position within a reflector. An o-ring on the rear of the switch housing seals the battery compartment. The switch housing partially floats within the flashlight tube to allow for a slight adjustment of the lamp relative to the reflector to insure centering.

Abstract: An improved illuminable umbrella that automatically produces light on the apex of umbrella when in its open position. The hollow shaft (50) contains two electric wires (92, 94) that connects the conductive plates (32a, 32b, 44) at each end of hubs, to the power supply (66) at the stump of the umbrella, and the light emitting device (20) at the apex of umbrella. The conductive plates at each end of the hubs are aligned to contact when the pivotable hub slides, upward along the shaft, toward the stationary hub. When in contact, the electric circuitry is complete to activate the light emitting device. A manual controller (62) installed at the stump of the umbrella allows user to selectively turn off light emitting device when the umbrella is in open position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a voltage reducing circuit for use with an LED flashlight. The LED flashlight according to the invention comprises a battery, a solid state light source having an on voltage less than the voltage of the battery, and a voltage reducing circuit in electrical communication with the battery and the solid state light source. The voltage reducing circuit is operative to reduce the voltage from the battery to a level that is slightly above the on-voltage threshold of the solid state light source. In this manner, power expended from the battery by the solid state light source is minimized such that the need for battery replacement is prolonged.

Abstract: The present invention provides a unique dual mode, inline switch mechanism that is fully integrated into the rear cap of a flashlight assembly to provide a completely self contained and waterproof switching mechanism. The switch assembly further provides dual mode functionality including an ON position and a momentary ON position while also including a reliable OFF position that prevents the accidental activation of the light when the user desires that it remain off. The entire mechanism resides in the end cap of the flashlight assembly and includes an end cap structure that is designed to be rotatably attached to the end of a flashlight housing, a tactile ratchet lock assembly similar to a ballpoint pen, a plunger and an elastomeric cover. The switch mechanism is fully integrated on the interior of the flashlight providing the highly desirable, fully contained, in line functionality.

Abstract: The present invention provides a unique dual mode, inline switch mechanism that is fully integrated into the rear cap of a flashlight assembly to provide a completely self contained and waterproof switching mechanism. The switch assembly further provides dual mode functionality including an ON position and a momentary ON position while also including a reliable OFF position that prevents the accidental activation of the light when the user desires that it remain off. The entire mechanism resides in the end cap of the flashlight assembly and includes an end cap structure that is designed to be rotatably attached to the end of a flashlight housing, a contact plate, a plunger, an insulator disk and an elastomeric cover. The switch mechanism is fully integrated on the interior of the flashlight providing the highly desirable, fully contained, in line functionality.

Abstract: A safety/warning device having a body adapted to releasably receive therein at least one source of electrical energy, the body having an open upper end in which is received a grommet, the grommet having first engaging means for engaging with second engaging means of the body to ensure correct location of the grommet relative to the body; the grommet having internal engagement means for receiving therein a light source to ensure the light source is accurately located relative to a lens which sealingly engages over and closes the open upper end; wherein the light source is at least one light emitting diode mounted on a circuit board.

Abstract: An apparatus for improving the performance of flashlights includes a substantially cylindrical housing (10) having a first end (12) and a second end (14). A battery cap (18) is operatively connected to the first end of the housing and functions to secure a series of batteries in place. A series (30) of light emitting diodes (LED) (32-48) are mounted within the flashlight housing at the end opposite the battery cap. The series of LEDs form an LED array which operates as the light source for the flashlight. A substantially cone-shaped optical assembly (50) extends outward from the second end of the housing and operates to focus and disperse the LED beam emitted by the LED array. The flashlight further includes an adjustable switch (56) disposed on the exterior of the housing. The switch is coupled to a variable resistor (58) which permits control over the light level and/or battery life.

Abstract: An illuminated writing implement has substantially tubular body and head portions. An electrically connected power source and light source are located in an interior of the head portion. A removable cap is provided on the top of the head portion. A display unit for displaying the time and date is located on an outer surface of the head portion. Switches are used to set the illumination mode of the light source and the time and date shown by the display unit. A beam of light produced by the light source shines through a lens at the bottom of the writing implement. A marking element has a tip which protrudes through a hole in the lens for writing or drawing. The brightness and focus of the beam of light are adjusted by rotating the head portion and a focusing ring on the body portion of the writing implement.

Abstract: A battery powered flashlight has a pivot contact with an off-center pivot point and/or battery polarization. The flashlight is configured to allow batteries to be dropped into place without interference with internal flashlight components.

Abstract: A flashlight having a light-emitting diode light source with first and second leads extending therefrom, a power source, a power source frame enclosing at least a portion of the power source; a housing containing the light source and power source, a switch located adjacent the power source and operable to close a circuit including the light source and the power source, and wherein one or all of the following may be included 1) a keyring extension extending from a power source frame or the housing with the keyring extension having an opening whereby an article can be attached to the keyring extension and includes a keyring lock wherein upon exerting a force against the keyring lock, the keyring lock is opened to permit the article to be attached to the keyring extension; 2) the housing is comprised of translucent material; and 3) the housing includes at least one side cover which is not integral with the housing and the at least one side cover being selected from anodized aluminum, anodized metal, anodized met

Abstract: Described is an apparatus for a lighted whistle connectable to a predetermined article. A housing forms an outer shape of said whistle and has therein an inner cavity. A mouthpiece adapted for a user to blow air thereinto has an opening in fluid connection with said inner cavity and a sound hole opening providing an air outlet from said inner cavity. A power source is connected in an electrical circuit with a light source and a switch. A connector for connecting said whistle to a predetermined article is positioned on the housing.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a flashlight are provided. In one representative embodiment a flashlight includes a light source, a housing and at least two battery locations inside the housing. Each battery location inside the housing can accommodate at least one of at least two batteries, each of which can be a different size. The flashlight also includes an electro-mechanical structure that prevents a closing of an electrical circuit that electrically couples the batteries to the light source, when one of the at least two batteries in the flashlight is a different size than another.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lighting head assembly that incorporates a high intensity LED package into an integral housing for further incorporation into other useful lighting devices. The present invention primarily includes two housing components, namely an inner mounting die and an outer enclosure. The inner and outer components cooperate to retain the LED package, provide electrical and control connections, provide integral heat sink capacity and includes an integrated reflector cup. In this manner, high intensity LED packages can be incorporated into lighting assemblies through the use of the present invention by simply installing the present invention into a housing and providing power connections thereto.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for operating a flashlight using a light emitting diode as a primary light source. The method includes the steps of activating the light emitting diode as the primary light source of the flashlight under one of a plurality of different operating modes and selecting the operating mode using a momentary contact disposed on an outer surface of the flashlight. In the disclosed embodiments, the flashlight takes the form of a relatively small size, generally flat housing having metallic side panels that may be of various colors and have indicia printed on them. The housing has an integral keyring extension enabling an article to be attached to the flashlight or for the flashlight to be attached to other articles, such as the clothing of a user.

Abstract: A light emitting pen actuated by pivotally rotating a clip includes an upper pen tube and a lower pen tube. A base at an upper end of the upper pen tube has a slot. The clip is buckled into the slot. The clip is an eccentric block. The eccentric block is pivotally installed in the slot by using a stud. A top stud of the switch button protrudes from a central round hole of the base. A top of the top stud resists against the eccentric block of the clip. When the clip pivotally rotates upwards, the switch button descends to contact the light emitting device to light up. The light emitting device moves downward to cause the refill moves downwards. Then a tip of the refill protrudes out of the pen tube. When the clip pivotally rotates, the light emitting body does not light up and the tip embeds into the pen tube.

Abstract: A screwdriver includes a handle and a plastic gear mechanism which drives a bit engaging device by a power source connected to the handle. A positive plate and a negative plate are respectively connected to the handle. A light frame has at least one light bulb connected thereto and a positive ring and a negative ring are respectively engaged with the light frame. A spring is mounted to the bit engaging device and connected between the negative ring and the negative plate. The at least one light bulb is connected to the positive ring and the negative ring. A gap is defined between the positive plate and an extension of the positive ring. An annular switch is rotatably mounted to the light frame and includes a touch piece which contacts both of the position plate and the extension of the positive ring to light the at least one light bulb.

Abstract: A xenon arc searchlight or illumination system incorporates a quick change release and assembly so that the lamp, reflector and battery assemblies are easily field replaceable without tools. The lamp, ballast, battery and charger are provided in a single rugged package which can be sealed for field use. The searchlight is combined by an appropriate mounting adaptable with other optical detector devices such as cameras, binoculars and night vision telescopes. The beam output is similarly usable with a combination of filters to allow the most varied intensity and wavelengths for a particular application, such as smoke filled environments, surveillance employing near-infrared or infrared illumination, ultraviolet, underwater illumination or illumination with any color in the visible range.

Abstract: A light generating flashlight system device utilizes a large centrally located magnet which is mounted to slide past a magnet pickup or current induction wire which may be preferably mounted at a center point of travel in a tubular housing having a tubular chamber through which the magnet travels. A pair of elastomeric dampers are located each at the end of a support system sleeve which is sized to fit within a main housing to stabilize all internal support within a sealed unit. The result is a device which both facilitates the manual movement of the flashlight body so that the magnet slides past the center magnet pickup or current induction wire, and also conserves the residual momentum of the magnet once it has traveled past the magnet pickup or current induction wire by providing a bumper and spring to conserve some of the mechanical energy going in the other direction. Ninety second of manual activation enables about five minutes of illumination.

Abstract: A switch as for a flashlight selectively connects, for example, a solid state light source and a battery in the flashlight in circuit for causing the solid state light source to produce light. The switch comprises a pushbutton and a metal contact having a periphery that selectively contacts a housing, and a spring. Pressing the pushbutton moves the pushbutton and the metal contact to contact the housing. The metal contact may include a feature for centering the metal contact with respect to the pushbutton and thus with respect to the housing end. The switch may be disposed in a tail cap attached to a flashlight housing.

Abstract: A flashlight has a pair of light emitting elements mounted on a pivotable switch actuator to place the light emitting elements in any one of an OFF position, a spot illumination position, and a flood illumination position.

Abstract: Disclosed is an LED flashlight using a high-luminance LED as a lamp. The LED flashlight has a conductive barrel, a conductive tail cap, and a head section. The head section includes a conductive head cap, an insulation case, a lamp module, first and second connecting conductors and a collimator lens. The conductive head cap is detachably coupled to a front end of the conductive barrel and has a transparent window. A front end of the insulation case is inserted into the head cap towards the transparent window. A slot is formed at an outer wall of the insulation case. The lamp module is assembled into an inner rear end of the insulation case and has an insulating substrate including an LED. An anode and a cathode electrode of the LED are formed at a peripheral portion of the lamp module. The lamp module has an insulating substrate formed at a rear surface thereof with a metal layer connected to a positive electrode of a battery.

Abstract: A variable beam flashlight has a housing with an exterior control knob that is movable by thumb. A light assembly in the housing includes a casing having a cylindrical guide housing within a bore, the inner surface defining the bore having a helical grove. Within the guide housing is cylindrical bulb extension member in which the bulb is fitted to one end. The bulb extension member has a groove member that extends through a slot in the guide housing and into the helical groove, such that when the control knob is rotated by the thumb, the guide housing is rotated. The rotating guide housing slot displaces the groove member causing the groove member to follow the helical groove. As it follows the groove the bulb extension member is moved longitudinally within the guide housing, causing the bulb to be positioned at variable distances from the front lens.

Abstract: A light source assembly comprises a dielectric body having a cavity and a longitudinal slot on an exterior surface thereof, and a light source mounted coaxially proximate an end of the dielectric body. A first electrical lead of the light source provides an electrical lead at an end of the dielectric body distal the light source and a second electrical lead thereof provides an electrical lead at the periphery of the dielectric body.

Abstract: Flashlights having selectively controllable brightness levels, preferred embodiments of which comprise in combination: a battery; a switch having an OFF position not connected to the battery, a first ON position connected to the battery, and a second ON position connected to the battery; an electrical component (such as a resistor or an inductor) in circuit with the battery when the switch is in its first ON position and not in circuit with the battery when the switch is in its second ON position; a light emitter assembly; and a controller in circuit with the battery, the switch and the light emitter assembly, for detecting whether or not the electrical component is in circuit with the battery when the switch is in either one of its first ON position and its second ON position, and for controlling electrical power to the light emitter assembly for producing a first light output when the electrical component is detected and for producing a second light output when the electrical component is not detected.

Abstract: A miniature flashlight includes a high intensity light source supported on a non-conductive battery frame that defines a recess opening outwardly of the battery frame and adapted to receive a replaceable modular self-contained power source, such as a modular battery pack. The battery frame includes a switch side plate which supports a switch slide plate for movement between an “off” position, a first position enabling momentarily closing of a circuit including the light source and battery pack, and a second circuit closing position to continuously energize the light source in response to actuation of an externally exposed switch push button. Side covers are retained on opposite sides of the battery frame and have outer exposed surfaces for receiving indicia thereon.

Abstract: A warning light of bicycle comprises a flashlight comprising a battery compartment including spaced, arcuate projections around a forward extension, a rear holed tab for connection to a lanyard, and a bottom slot; a cylindrical LED carrier assembly including rear contacts electrically interconnecting cells and LEDs; and a cylindrical head assembly including inner recesses engaged with $ projections by turning the head assembly a small angle about the battery compartment; and a clip assembly releasably secured around a tube component of the bicycle, an upper seat having two arcuate wings for clamping the battery compartment, a latch member inserted into the slot for fastening the flashlight, and a flexible tab adapted to press down to clear the latch member from the slot for disengaging the flashlight from the clip assembly.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a unique method of manufacturing a flashlight head assembly that is completely self-contained and includes a waterproof switching mechanism and an inline flashlight sealing assembly that is provided in an interior cavity of the flashlight. The sealing assembly is an integral component of the flashlight head thereby creating a monolithic waterproof seal. The method of assembling the flashlight head includes providing a housing having an outer wall and a front wall, inserting an interior mounting assembly that cooperates with the housing to form an interior cavity and filling the interior cavity with a sealant material.

Abstract: A flashlight with a rotatable lamp head is provided. The lamp head pivots about two cylindrical coaxial electrical connectors. The lamp head also includes reflector having a major parabolic reflective surface and a minor reflective parabolic surface. The reflector is configured so that the minor reflective surface is nested within the major reflective surface. The flashlight also includes a series of fluid-tight seals to insure that the flashlight is waterproof. In addition, a flapper valve is provided to function as a one-way valve allowing the release of gases produced by the use of the batters, and preventing fluid from entering the flashlight. A battery charger is also provided to recharge a battery pack for the flashlight.

Abstract: A novel construction and method for manufacturing a flashlight housing is provided. The housing includes two interior compartments wherein a lighting assembly is installed into a first compartment and a power supply is installed into a second compartment. The lighting assembly includes two contacts that extend from the first compartment into the second compartment and are in electrical communication with the power source thereby providing power for the lighting assembly. The housing is configured to include a faceplate that is permanently sealed to the housing to create a positively sealed assembly that prevents infiltration of water or other contaminants into the housing.

Abstract: A security flashlight for emergency light situations, with a handgrip area, which area incorporates one or more radial pressure switches, which are activated between on and off positions by designated hand grip pressure, without longitudinal movement of the user's hand.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flashlight having two switches, an on-off switch and an intermittent switch. The on-off switch allows the flashlight to be placed in either the on position or the off position. The intermittent switch allows the flashlight to be in the on position only when the switch is depressed and manually held down by the user. The presence of both switches provides the user with the flexibility of using the flashlight in either the on/off mode or the intermittent mode.

Abstract: A battery-operated power tool includes housing, a motor disposed in the housing, a battery, a light source, a driver circuit, and first and second physical switches. The driver circuit includes a transistor configured as a switch connecting the battery to the light source. The driver circuit further includes a capacitor arranged to form a timer. The first physical switch is arranged such that its assertion connects the battery to the light source for a predetermined period of time. The second physical switch is separate from the first physical switch and is arranged such that its assertion connects the battery to the motor.

Abstract: A flexible light emitting diode (LED) lamp. The flexible LED lamp includes a base, an LED lamp head, and a flexible mid region disposed between the base and the LED lamp head. The LED lamp head is detachable or replaceable to obtain different colors, upgrade to improved LED lighting technology, or replace a defective component. The LED lamp head includes one or more LEDs coupled to a printed circuit board and a lens to spread the light generated by the LEDs to provide a larger area of illumination. The base of the flexible LED lamp has a clip to couple an object, such as a music stand, table or a book case. The flexible mid region allows the LED lamp head to be moved into a position where illumination is desired.

Abstract: A hazard/safety warning device is disclosed which has a lamp member and a base, the lamp member being able to be used with and without the base. The base has a self-righting feature so that when the lamp is in the base, the lamp will rock to the vertical position. The lamp is activated by rotating a fresnel lens about its longitudinal axis relative to the body. A bonnet connection allows the lamp member to be attached to the base. The base is external ribs for stability of operation, and the body of the lamp has at least two handles. The filament of the globe is located at the optical centre of lens, with the lens being designed to have a generally vertical directed beam along the longitudinal axis, and an annular, transverse beam generally horizontal. The remainder of the lens provides a diffused light.

Abstract: A light generating flashlight system device utilizes a large centrally located magnet which is mounted to slide past a magnet pickup or current induction wire which may be preferably mounted at a center point of travel in a tubular housing having a tubular chamber through which the magnet travels. A pair of elastomeric dampers are located each at the end of a support system sleeve which is sized to fit within a main housing to stabilize all internal support within a sealed unit. The result is a device which both facilitates the manual movement of the flashlight body so that the magnet slides past the center magnet pickup or current induction wire, and also conserves the residual momentum of the magnet once it has traveled past the magnet pickup or current induction wire by providing a bumper and spring to conserve some of the mechanical energy going in the other direction. Ninety second of manual activation enables about five minutes of illumination.

Abstract: An LED flashlight assembly includes a body, a battery seat mounted in the body and provided with a plurality of LEDs, and a lamp seat mounted on the body and formed with a plurality of through holes for passage of the LEDs of the battery seat. The lamp seat is formed with an arcuate catch edge encompassing the periphery of the through holes. Thus, the arcuate catch edge encompasses the periphery of the through holes, so as to refract the beams of refracted and dispersed light emitted from the LEDs, so that the beams of refracted and dispersed light emitted from the LEDs are concentrated, collected and integrated into the beams of flat and smooth light, thereby enhancing the brightness of the LED flashlight assembly.

Abstract: A light seat for a portable light has a handle, a light fixture and a universal adjustment assembly. The universal adjustment assembly pivotally connects the light fixture to the handle. The universal adjustment assembly has an adjustment sphere, two lateral adjustment devices and a longitudinal adjustment device. The adjustment sphere is pivotally mounted in the housing. The lateral adjustment devices are rotatably mounted in two non-circular recesses in the adjustment sphere and are securely connected to the light fixture. The longitudinal adjustment device is attached to the adjustment sphere and is rotatably mounted in the handle. With such a light seat, the light fixture can be adjusted relative to the handle in any direction, and the use of a portable light with the light seat is versatile.

Abstract: A flashlight having multiple focuses includes a tubular body for receiving a power supply device therein and a cap is connected to the tubular body. A bulb and reflection disk assembly is independently received in the cap and includes a plurality of bulbs connected to a reflection disk. The bulb and reflection disk assembly is electrically connected to the power supply device and a lens assembly including a plurality of convex lenses is fixedly connected to the cap and located in front of the bulbs. The convex lenses are rotated relative to the bulbs by rotating the cap so as to have different illumination features with different focuses.

Abstract: A flashlight has a switch housing in between the battery compartment and reflector. The neck of the switch housing holds a lamp support at a central position within a reflector. An o-ring on the rear of the switch housing seals the battery compartment. The switch housing partially floats within the flashlight tube to allow for a slight adjustment of the lamp relative to the reflector to insure centering.

Abstract: A miniature flashlight consists of a housing, a light emitting diode (LED), a pair of batteries, and a flexible cover and a contact device that acts as both a momentary contact and a conventional switch. The LED is received in a seat formed in the housing with the head portion of the diode received in an aperture in the side wall of the housing. A longer contact arm is captured in a channel formed in the bottom wall. A shorter contact arm rests on a shoulder that forms part of the LED seat. A pair of coin cell batteries are received within another seat formed in housing. The lower battery sits on top of the longer contact arm captured in the channel of the bottom wall. A resilient plastic cover is assembled with the housing to maintain the diode and the batteries within the housing.

Abstract: Battery holder 10 includes a housing 12 with a recess 14 for receiving a battery 16. The housing 12 supports a first electrical contact 18, a second electrical contact 20 and a third electrical contact 22. First contact 18 makes electrical contact with a first terminal 24 of the battery 16. The second electrical contact 20 is at an opposite end of the housing 12 and makes electrical contact with second terminal 26 of battery 16. The third electrical contact 22 does not make direct contact with the battery 16. Rather, contact 22 is in electrical contact with one end of a switch 28 supported by the housing 12. Switch 12 is in the form of an elongated strip 30 of electrically conductive material seated in and along a groove 31 formed on an outer surface of the body 12, and is provided with an upstanding finger or tang 32.

Abstract: A dual mode rechargeable flashlight includes a generally rectangular housing sized to be readily carried and operated in one's hand and having a pair of upper and lower frame members that receive and retain generally planar rectangular panels preferably made of anodized aluminum and which may be of selective colors and have indicia imprinted thereon. An integral charging system within the flashlight housing enables recharging of DC batteries connectable in circuit with a high intensity lamp carried within a reflector assembly at a forward lens end of the flashlight. A modular self-storing blade assembly facilitates connection of the charging system to an electrical outlet. A power pack support housing within the flashlight is accessible through an access door to enable insertion of a 6-volt DC battery power pack connectable in circuit with a high intensity long life LED carried within the reflector assembly.

Abstract: The present invention provides a light pen having a rod-like body portion, a leading end portion removably mounted to the body, an emitter for emitting light and a switch for turning the emitter ON and OFF. The emitter and the switch are provided at the leading end portion.

Abstract: The present invention provides a unique dual mode, inline switch mechanism that is fully integrated into the rear cap of a flashlight assembly to provide a completely self contained and waterproof switching mechanism. The switch assembly further provides dual mode functionality including an ON position and a momentary ON position while also including a reliable OFF position that prevents the accidental activation of the light when the user desires that it remain off. The entire mechanism resides in the end cap of the flashlight assembly and includes an end cap structure that is designed to be rotatably attached to the end of a flashlight housing, a tactile ratchet lock assembly similar to a ballpoint pen, a plunger and an elastomeric cover. The switch mechanism is fully integrated on the interior of the flashlight providing the highly desirable, fully contained, in line functionality.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel waterproof head assembly specifically designed for LED sources. The rounded end surfaces of the LED are exposed to the outside environment through apertures formed in a solid end wall of the head assembly. To prevent water from entering into the interior of the flashlight through the apertures, the present invention discloses filling the interior cavity of the head with a sealant which substantially entirely fills all of the gaps between the outside surfaces of the LED's, the inside surfaces of the apertures, and the inside surfaces of the open end of the head assembly.

Abstract: A light device having a battery and lamp housing and a hinged top door. Batteries and a lamp holder are located within the housing and are accessible by opening the hinged top door. As the hinged top door is opened, a cam surface that holds the batteries in tight contact with the lamp holder moves away from the batteries, thereby releasing the tension holding the batteries in place within the housing. The batteries can therefore be easily loaded and unloaded. Likewise, as the hinged top door is closed, the tension holding the batteries in place is reapplied to the batteries to create a circuit for powering a lamp engaged with the lamp holder. Furthermore, the lamp engaged with the lamp holder is also accessed through the hinged top door.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device capable of generating and emitting light and a translucent light diffusing element attached to the device to receive and diffuse light from the device. The device is composed of a housing that supports a switch and a light source capable of emitting multi-colored light. The light source is capable of being disposed in an illuminated state in response to actuation of the switch. Indicia are carried by the light diffusing element, which illuminates when the light source is disposed in its illuminated state. The light diffusing element consists of a translucent body having a proximal end attached to the device, an opposing distal end, and a receptacle disposed between the proximal and distal ends. The translucent member is removably disposed in the receptacle, and the indicia are carried by the translucent member.