Abstract: The present invention relates to a carrier rail (1) for a carrier rail system, comprising: an elongate carrier profile (2); a busbar (4) having at least one electrical conductor (40) for electrically connecting electrical or electronic components (3), wherein the busbar (4) extends along the carrier profile (2); and an adapter element (5) having a first connection (6) and a connecting element (8) and also an adapter housing (9) for carrying the first connection (6) and/or the connecting element (8), wherein the first connection (6) can be coupled electrically and/or by means of signals to the busbar (4) via the connecting element (8), and wherein the first connection (6) is configured for connecting a corresponding second connection (70) of an electrical or electronic component (7) such that the electrical or electronic component (7) can be coupled electrically and/or by means of signals to the busbar (4) via the connecting element (8).

Abstract: This invention relates to a modular and removable integration technique for a luminaire (100) on an adaptor plate (201) with a general area lighting rail system (202). The luminaire (100) comprises, a mounting system (200), a lighting device (300), and a mounting device (400). The mounting system (200) comprises an adaptor plate (201) that can be attached to a rail system (202). The lighting device (300) comprises a shaft (301) that is 5 configured to have a lamp (302) on a first end and a flange (303) on a second end. The mounting device (400) comprises at least a pair of interface plugs (401, 402). The pair of interface plugs (401, 402) is configured to be attached together to form an inner perimeter (403) around a hollow space and the inner perimeter (403) can embrace the second end of the shaft (301) that is received through an opening (203) of the adaptor plate (201). The inner 10 perimeter (403) is substantially the same or larger than an outer perimeter of the shaft, but smaller than the flange (303).

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a lighting fixture, including: a base, where the base is provided with a driving power supply; a lighting column, where the lighting column includes a column body and a conductive track, one end of the column body is installed on the base, the column body is provided with a sunk groove extending along a length direction of the column body, the conductive track is installed in the sunk groove, and the conductive track is electrically connected with the driving power supply; a sliding assembly, where the sliding assembly includes a sliding body and a conductive portion; and a lighting cap assembly, wherein the lighting cap assembly includes a housing and a light source, the light source is installed in the housing, the housing is connected with the sliding body, and the light source is connected with the conductive portion.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a lighting assembly including at least one light-emitting device positioned within a housing is disclosed, wherein the housing is designed to allow an ambient environment to pass into the housing and transfer heat from the at least one light-emitting device. The light-emitting area of the light-emitting device may be sealed from the ambient environment. In some embodiments, the housing may include at least one recess, port, or other opening configured to allow a liquid or gas to promote heat transfer from the light-emitting device. In some embodiments, a vehicle, a marine system, or other systems may include at least one lighting assembly as contemplated herein.

Abstract: A pendant fixture comprising a first body portion having a threaded stud formed thereon, wherein the threaded stud is configured to receive a spider fitting of a lampshade when the lampshade is installed on the pendant fixture. A second body portion having a first half defining a threaded bore therein and a second half defining a second bore therethrough is rotatably coupled to the first body portion by the threaded stud and bore. A power cord having a first end for mounting to a structure, and a second end that is received through the second body portion second bore provides power to the first body portion. A length of power cord adjacent to the power cord second end defines a flexible and adjustable C-shaped cord portion intermediate the first body portion and the second body portion.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A portable multi-purpose illumination device that wraps into a compact shape for storage and includes a holding and storage device; a positioning member that is extendable and that is connected to the holding and storage device and around which at least a portion of the positioning member is wrapped for storage; and a light source housed within the holding and storage device and powered by connection to a power source which is at least one of (a) a power supply electrically connected via the positioning member and (b) a detachable battery housed within the holding and storage means. The positioning member is manually deformable and may be attached to various structures. The holding and storage device additionally features a retainer for various lenses and mirrors. The illumination device may be used to view a target object obscured from direct view by an intervening object by positioning the mirror appropriately.

Abstract: A lamp including a tube holder and a light emitting diode tube is disclosed. The tube holder includes a first terminal socket and a second terminal socket. The first terminal socket is electrically connected to a power source. The light emitting diode tube is installed onto the tube holder. One end of the light emitting diode tube has two first conductive terminals plugging in the first terminal socket so as to provide the power source to the light emitting diode tube. Alternatively, one end of the light emitting diode tube includes at least one first conductive terminal and the other end includes at least one second conductive terminal so as to conduct an alternate current power or a direct current power to the light emitting diode tube via the first conductive terminal and the second conductive terminal of two ends of the light emitting diode tube, respectively.

Abstract: A signal alignment monitoring system is provided. The system includes a signal assembly including at least one signal lamp. The system also includes an alignment monitoring apparatus coupled to the signal assembly. The alignment monitoring apparatus includes a source for emitting electromagnetic energy and a detector for sensing electromagnetic energy emitted by the source to facilitate determining an alignment of the signal assembly.

Abstract: A fiber-optic device includes at least one LED light source having at least one light-emitting semiconductor surface, a fiber-optic optical waveguide having a multiplicity of individual optical fibers combined at one end to form a light-receiving entrance surface, and a lens configuration having optical lenses associated directly with one another, for imaging the light from the LED light source onto the entrance surface. In order to optimize the coupling of LED light into an optical waveguide with regard to technical complexity, efficiency and economic costs, to make the light from different types of LED light sources usable in an identical manner and to avoid undesirable optical effects during the transmission of light, the lens configuration includes at least two aspherical lenses, with at least one input lens and one output lens having an increased diameter relative thereto, and an input lens is associated with each light-emitting semiconductor surface.

Abstract: A projector lamp unit includes: a lamp; a lamp case, housing the lamp; a wire protective member, attached to the lamp case, and comprised from resin having a smaller thermal conductivity than the lamp case; and a resin-covering wire, led from the lamp to the outside of the lamp case through a hole provided with the wire protective member.

Abstract: A reel assembly includes an electrical cord, and a reel encased within a housing and capable of winding and unwinding the electrical cord. A power connector electrically couples one end of the electrical cord to a power source, such as a vehicle's cigarette lighter receptacle or 12 volt accessory power outlet. A powered device, such as a lamp, or flashlight, may be electrically coupled to an intermediate connector at the other end of the electrical cord. Connectors coupled to the electrical cord are removably attachable to the housing of the reel assembly.

Abstract: An all-in-one adapter container. The all-in-one adapter container comprises a space, a cover covering the space, at least one power line, a printed circuit board (PCB) and at least one line-arranging mechanism. The line-arranging mechanism provides arrangement for the power line. The printed circuit board is electrically connected to the power line.

Abstract: A portable utility light, including a reel assembly, a power connector, and a light assembly. The reel assembly includes an electrical cord, and a reel encased within a housing and capable of winding and unwinding the electrical cord. A power connector electrically couples one end of the electrical cord to a power source, such as a vehicle's cigarette lighter receptacle or 12 volt accessory power outlet. A lamp, or flashlight, is electrically coupled to the other end of the electrical cord. Connectors coupled to the electrical cord are removably attachable to the housing of the reel assembly.

Abstract: A retractable, automatic, on/off flashlight system includes a retriever having a retriever spring and a line to be retracted by the retriever spring into the retriever in a retraction direction. A flashlight has a light source, a power source and a switch connected in a circuit. The switch has an actuator connected to the line. The actuator closes the switch and turns on the light source upon pulling the flashlight and the line away from the retriever in an extension direction.

Abstract: A lamp with a retractable lamp cord. An illustrative embodiment of the lamp with a retractable lamp cord includes a lamp base having a base interior; a lamp shaft extending from the lamp base; a light bulb socket provided on the lamp shaft; a rotatable cord spool provided in the base interior of the lamp base; a spring provided in the base interior of the lamp base and engaging the cord spool; first and second stator radial contacts provided in the base interior of the lamp base and electrically connected to the light bulb socket; rotatable first and second rotor radial contacts disposed in electrical contact with the first and second stator radial contacts, respectively; and a lamp cord electrically connected to the first and second rotor radial contacts and normally wound on the cord spool and extendable from the base interior of the lamp base.

Abstract: An extension cord holder is provided. The extension cord holder has a main body. A first holding portion and a second holding portion are disposed on the two sides of the main body, and these two portions are in communication with each other. A first wheel assembly and a second wheel assembly are held in the first holding portion and the second holding portion, respectively. A first extension cord is wound around the first wheel assembly. One end of the first extension cord is electrically connected with a switch and a multiple of sockets disposed on the first wheel assembly. A plug is provided on the other end of the first extension cord. The plug protrudes out of an opening provided on a lower portion of the rear side of the body. A second extension cord is wound around the second wheel assembly.

Abstract: A rapidly-assembled lamp with a detachable lamp rod and lamp seat is disclosed. The lamp seat has a penetrating hole at a position coupled to a via hole of the wire winding box. A side of the penetrating hole is formed with a slot. At a middle section of an inner periphery of the penetrating hole has an annular groove for buckling the lamp rod. A portion of the lamp rod is protruded with a positioning key. A C ring has a tapered shape so as to have a lager diameter opening which exactly protrudes from the surface of the lamp rod. After the lamp rod is inserted into the lamp seat, the inserting portion is inserted into the inserting seat so that the lamp seat is electrically conductive. Thereby, the lamp is detachable for storage and transfer with a smaller volume.

Abstract: A modified port cover which incorporates a light. The port cover can be screwed into a prior art port and provides the same type of air-tight seal as the prior art cover. A bulb is preferably incorporated in the cover's center. A length of cord extends out the back of the bulb. Splicing components are used to splice the cord into the boat's electrical system, preferably so that the modified port cover is only illuminated when the boat's lights are switched on. The cord is long enough to allow a user to unscrew the modified port cover and use it to illuminate areas some distance away from the port. Alternate embodiments incorporate a handle on the rear of the modified port cover. This handle allows the modified port cover to be gripped like a flashlight once it is removed from the port. A hanging hook may be provided to facilitate hanging of the port cover.

Abstract: A winding apparatus (23) having a guiding means (25) by means of which a drawing material (32) can be led onto a cylindrical drum surface (37) of a reel (24) rotatable about its axis (26) relative to the guiding means (25) and said drawing material can be taken up onto said drum surface (37), is used for instance for adjusting the height of a suspended luminaire. In order to optically advantageously configure the connection of this winding apparatus (23) to the drawing material (32), the axis (26) of the reel (24) is oriented in the direction in which the drawing material (32) runs on entering the winding apparatus (23).

Abstract: A lamp reel is disclosed to include a housing, a spring-controlled reversible reel pivoted to the inside of the housing and rotated to wind up/let off a flexible tube, which holds a power cord on the inside and a lamp at one end outside the housing, and a clip adapted for securing the housing to the user's waist belt.

Abstract: An adaptor for a flashlight, the flashlight having a front lens housing and bulb, a power housing secured to the lens housing, the power housing having a plurality of C or D battery types in series and an end cap secured to said power house, the adaptor means in a first embodiment being a first conductor secured in a first insulator and interposed between said first battery and said bulb, a second insulating means secured about a second conductor means and secured to the end cap biasing means, said first conductor means and said second conductor means in electrical communication, a two prong, two conductor adaptor means secured through the face of the end cap and in electrical contact with the second conductor means when the end cap is secured to the power housing, the two prong, two conductor adaptor adapted to receive an electrically conducted communication means which communication means would have an appropriate plug in its opposing end for engagement with a jack on an electrical instrument having a deple

Abstract: A net light set includes a first common wire means extending in a first (horizontal) direction, the first common wire means including lengths of a bypass wire and a return wire. A plurality of series-connected light strings extend physically parallel to each other and in a second (vertical) direction transverse to the first direction. Each light string includes a plurality of lamp sockets and a plurality of intermediate lengths of a single active wire connecting the lamp sockets in series. In each of the light strings intermediate the first and last light strings, the single active wire is twisted together intermediate the lamp sockets only with a first non-wire extending in the second direction for enhanced tensile strength. At least one second non-wire extends in the first direction and physically connects intermediate lengths of each light string with corresponding intermediate lengths of other light strings.

Abstract: An exterior sideview mirror assembly for a vehicle includes a housing or casing and a reflective element, which is supported in the casing. The casing includes a storage space, which provides storage for at least one accessory. The accessory is retrievable from the storage space and useable exteriorly of the mirror assembly.

Abstract: A net light set includes a first common wire means extending in a first (horizontal) direction, the first common wire means including lengths of a bypass wire and a return wire. A plurality of series-connected light strings extend physically parallel to each other and in a second (vertical) direction transverse to the first direction. Each light string includes a plurality of lamp sockets and a plurality of intermediate lengths of a single active wire connecting the lamp sockets in series. In each of the light strings intermediate the first and last light strings, the single active wire is twisted together intermediate the lamp sockets only with a first non-wire extending in the second direction for enhanced tensile strength. At least one second non-wire extends in the first direction and physically connects intermediate lengths of each light string with corresponding intermediate lengths of other light strings.

Abstract: A candelabra for securely supporting a candle in an upright position includes a lower support platform and an upper support platform mounted above said lower support platform. The upper support platform includes a plurality of apertures for receiving a candlestick. The lower support platform includes a plurality of indentions each aligned with a corresponding aperture on the upper support platform. A candle may be securely supported in an upright position by inserting the lower end of the candlestick through the aperture on the upper support platform and subsequently into the indention on the lower support platform. The upper and lower support platforms are connected with removably attached brace members allowing the device to be easily disassembled.

Abstract: A working lamp with wire-winding device, including a working lamp, a light shade, a hanging hook body, a wire box and an adjustment ball. The light shade is made of opaque material and fitted on the outer tube. The outer tube with the light shade is passed through the hanging hook body, whereby the working lamp can be conveniently hung or stand in use. The light shade serves to shade the strong light directly projected onto the eyes of a worker. A front, a middle and a rear sections of the working lamp are fitted with collisionproof blocks. A pressing rod and a guide rod are disposed at the wire releasing port of the wire box. The adjustment ball is positioned therebetween. The working lamp is shockproof and collisionproof. When not used, the excessive wire is tidily collected in the wire box and stopped by the adjustment ball with a certain length of wire reserved for the working lamp. The working lamp can be conveniently and mobilely used without occupying much room.

Abstract: A utility emergency light assembly for vehicles, machinery, or the like detachably mounted by a slide coupling to a mounting bracket attached to the vehicle or machine. The light assembly has a compact, space-saving profile and includes a housing having a lamp assembly mounted within a spool journaled in the housing for reeling and unreeling a power cord, enabling movement of the assembly to areas of the vehicle where light is needed. A cap substantially closes the housing and includes a lens located over the lamp assembly. The lamp assembly is sealed within the spool, while the remainder of the housing is open to allow water drainage and to prevent the accumulation of moisture and debris.

Abstract: A lantern assembly is provided having a handle supporting beam. The handle is attached to a low profile base containing a channel defined about its circumference configured to receive and stow a length of electric cord therein. The electric cord is connected at one end to a pair of terminals extending from the top of the base, which also serves to attach the handle to the base. The opposite end of the electric cord is attached to a connector for coupling the lamp to the vehicle power supply. The lamp configuration is specially configured and adapted to easily convert a battery-powered lantern to one for use with a vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus (10) that combines within a unitary protective tubular structure (12) a retractable, extendable and omni-positionable light assembly (20) that houses a halogen lamp (20I that is controlled by a switch/circuit breaker (22A). The switch is attached to the housing and is connected in series between the lamp (20I) and a lamp power cord (22B,22E) that terminates at the output of a utility-power junction box (32) that includes a pair of auxiliary a-c power outlets (32L). The input to the junction box (32) is a primary power input cord that terminates with a male power input connector (32J). The connector (32J) connects with a female connector (36A) that is attached to one end of an electrical power cord (36) and that is fixedly attached to a power-cord reel (38). The other end of the cord (36) is wound around the power-cord reel (38) and terminates with a male connector (36B) that connects to an a-c power outlet.

Abstract: An adjustable beam light fixture with glare light shielding for illuminating a selected area without illuminating other areas. The adjustable beam light fixture has a reflector for holding a lamp and directing light from the same. The reflector is adjustably mounted on a housing. The mounting is accomplished by means of slots formed in the reflector and threaded fasteners extending outwardly from the housing and into the slots. The portion of the reflector adjacent the housing is arcuately shaped and a portion of the housing adjacent the reflector is arcuately shaped as well and with the same degree of arc. In the preferred embodiment, the housing includes means for mounting the adjustable beam light fixture on a surface.

Abstract: An improved portable light fixture is disclosed which is specifically adapted to be hand-held and utilized for emergency applications, particularly with respect to motor vehicles. The fixture comprises a conical-shaped lens which is rotatably mounted to a cylindrical housing. Disposed within the interior of the housing is a spool which is rigidly attached on one end of the lens and on the other end to a plate disposed on the bottom of the housing, such that the lens, spool, and bottom plate will rotate in unison. The spool further includes a winding of electrical wire, one end of which is connected to a conventional light bulb disposed beneath the lens and the opposite of which includes a connector which may be inserted into a cigarette lighter of an automobile, or alternatively connected by way of alligator clips to the main terminal of an automobile.

Abstract: A portable sirening and illumination device comprising a casing which has a fastening belt for hbuckling onto wrist or ankle part of a user, an illumination assembly having a power lead drawable outward to approach object for a close view, a power lead return assembly for recoiling back the outward-drawn power lead, and a PC board producing sirening sounds and flashes form a light bulb. The device is conveniently used both for illumination at ordinary time and for distress call at emergency via its produced sirening sounds and flashes.

Abstract: A remote controlled spotlight system having a pair of spotlights on the ends of a horizontal shaft extending through a housing. A vertical shaft extends out of the housing for mounting purposes. An electric motor in the housing rotates the horizontal shaft about its longitudinal axis to aim the spotlights up or down. A second electric motor in the housing rotates the housing about the longitudinal axis of the vertical shaft to aim the spotlights left or right. The electrical motors are remotely controlled. An electrical power cord extends through the bore of the horizontal shaft, out through a hole in the horizontal shaft, and winds around the horizontal shaft at least twice. The cord then winds around the vertical shaft at least twice, and then passes through the bore of the vertical shaft to a power source.

Abstract: A triangle for stalled or disabled vehicles, comprising an outer triangular portion which is red and reflective which is placed on a structure, an inner triangular portion which is yellow and which can be lit up by two light bulbs which are on the inside of the structure, a battery chamber, and a cigarette-lighter D.C. adapter which has a line connected to a lighting circuit and which when not in use can be placed in an adapter storage chamber which is part of the structure, with the line from the D.C. adapter to the lighting circuit winding automatically, with a D.C. adapter cord securement switch, with a lighting selection switch allowing for either continuous or blinking light, and magnets on the back and bottom faces.

Abstract: A headlight assembly mounting a headlight to a vehicle by means of resilient blocks such that the headlight and associated headlight frame may be detached. An electrical cord is associated with the headlight such that the headlight may be moved some distance from the vehicle. The cord has a preset coil and extends to a container which easily receives the cord with the light in position on the vehicle. An electrical case provides for electrical connection of the hedlight cord and other associated electrical components. The container may be fixed adjacent to the electrical case with both being fixed to the vehicle.

Abstract: A utility lamp has a tubular handle for containing a bulb receptacle connected to a cord extending out of the handle and terminated by a connector. A bulb cage or guard is removably clamped to the handle to protectively enclose a bulb inserted in the receptacle. Formed integrally with the bulb guard is a cord storage section about which the length of cord extending from the handle can be wound. A stand is formed at the free end of the bulb guard permitting the utility lamp to be stood on end on a horizontal surface. Also, a hook is swively mounted to the top of the bulb guard so that the lamp can be hung from an elevated projection and a magnet is mounted to the cord storage section enabling lamp to be suspended from a ferromagnetic object.

Abstract: An improved up-and-down pulley device for suspending height adjustable lamps or any other article requiring a regulated descent. The device comprises an adjustable friction system for the lamp descent, wherein the suspension wire winding drum is free to rotate in the wire return or rewinding direction, while its rotation, around a central stationary axis, is braked and regulated by the friction system in the direction of wire unwinding and therefore of lamp descent, rotation being controlled by a ratchet wheel of special structure. The device has a silent, precise and adjustable operation and a compact, sturdy structure comprising a limited number of elements.

Abstract: A lamp which can easily be disassembled and assembled comprising a frame structure composed of a plurality of frame units, upper and lower holders for holding three or more of said frame units in combination and a light globe socket on said upper or lower holder; and shade plates detachably engaged with the frame units respectively for enclosing said socket and defining the peripheral construction of the lamp. Said frame unit has a vertical pillar and a pair of frame arms transversely extending therefrom, the intermediate portion of the frame arms being bent to make an obtuse angle (about 120.degree.). A plurality of said frame units are put together with the bent portion of the frame arms being inside and facing each other, and held by said upper and lower holder, then a light bulb socket is mounted on the upper or lower holder. Finally, the shade plates are slid along the pillar and are fixed to the frame units respectively to finish the lamp.

Abstract: A car light having a variety of practical applications, for example, as a map light with its detachable plug being retained and as an illuminating or warning light for use outside of a car with the plug being detached from the body of the car light. The plug is sized to plug in the cigarette lighter socket of the car and to be retained in its receptacle when a cord is rewound on a reel within a cord chamber between a reflecting mirror and an outer casing by turning either of the mirror of the casing relative to the other.

Abstract: A spotlight having a generally cylindrical housing with an integral radially extending pistol grip handle at one end, a cord retractor in the rear and a seal beam light closing the open end of the cylindrical housing. The lamp is held in a shock absorbing position by projections on the housing and an integral trigger connected to the housing through a living hinge actuates the switch to turn the light on and off. A trigger lock holds the light "on" and the trigger guard prevents the trigger from being turned on inadvertently. An improved cord holder is provided which utilizes a pinch connection.

Abstract: An illumination device for motor vehicles which include a floor mounted console provided within the passenger compartment. The illumination device includes a case having an opening therein and which is detachably provided in the console so that the case can be easily installed and removed from the console, a lamp provided in the case adjacent to the opening and a long flexible power cord electrically coupled to the lamp and to a source of power such that the illumination device can be removed from the console and utilized at various locations within the passenger compartment. The lamp, case opening and console is further arranged and configured such that when the illumination device is installed in the console, the illumination device illuminates an instrument panel of the motor vehicle without casting light on the windshield of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: A hydraulically operated retractable light fixture is disclosed particularly adapted for decorative landscape lighting applications, lighting walks and pathways, and exterior area lighting applications. A retractable hollow member carrying a light bulb is disposed to retract into a hollow body which can be buried in the ground or mounted to exterior wall or ceiling surfaces. A hydraulic line is attached to the housing for forcing the retractable member out of the housing when lighting is desired. Various modifications are shown for creating special lighting effects.

Abstract: A combination trouble lamp and emergency flasher which is adapted to be connected directly to the terminals of a vehicle battery. The device comprises an adaptor cable having a pair of spring biased battery clamps which connect to a female twist-to-lock connector through a pair of heavy gauge insulated cables. The lamp comprises a housing having a socket in which a DC electric light bulb is received, an arcuate reflector made of a highly visible translucent plastic material behind the bulb, and a protective cage hingedly connected to the reflector and positioned in front of the bulb. The lamp includes a relatively long, light gauge power cord which terminates in a male twist-to-lock plug adapted for connection to the receptacle of the adaptor leads.

Abstract: A hanger on which one or a plurality of electric lamps is slidably positionable along an elongated housing having non-electrified rails. The hanger includes a different resiliently extensible helical electrical cord to supply electric power to each lamp. Each helical cord is longitudinally disposed within the housing; when there is more than one lamp, the helical cords of the additional lamps are each disposed in a separate container within the housing to prevent entanglement of the cords when the positions of the lamps are adjusted. The helical cords in their relaxed positions have a diameter greater than the width of a slot in the housing so that the helical cord cannot protrude or fall from the housing. The present hanger allows installation of the unit without the services of an electrician, and because the lamps can slide on the rails, the position of each lamp is fully adjustable longitudinally of the housing.