Abstract: A moving light which has an electronic brake that automatically engages when power is released, to prevent movement of a moving head of a light whenever the power is released.

Abstract: A mounting mechanism for a laser or reflector may consist of a gross adjustment mechanism and a fine adjustment mechanism. The gross adjustment mechanism may enable a laser or reflector to be oriented in an approximate orientation and locked in place. The fine adjustment mechanism may enable a fine and precise adjustment to be applied. The mounting mechanisms may include a mounting plate that may mount to the surface of a wall and protect the rest of the mounting mechanism from disruption, but may also allow the fine adjustment mechanism to be tuned. The mounting mechanisms may be used to create a durable yet easily adjustable laser maze amusement.

Abstract: A table lamp and rotary joint thereof is disclosed. The table lamp including a base body, a lighting member and a frictional rotary joint connecting the lighting member to the base body is disclosed. The rotary joint includes a housing defining a cavity and a rotary portion defining a rotator. The rotator deforms elastically by means of defining a center hole and a slot extending parallel to the axis of the center hole through the rotator. Compressing the rotator into the cavity, the outer surface of the rotator mates tightly to the inner surface of the cavity. Then the rotator rotates frictionally in the cavity and the lighting member can maintain at a desired angle with respect to the housing.

Abstract: A shielded droplight may include a rotatable external shield having a cylindrical shape with an open top end. A semi-circular shaped directional reflector may be statically mated to the external shield and spaced inwardly from a circumference of the external shield. A stationary internal shield having a cylindrical shape may be dynamically mated to the external shield and spaced inwardly from a circumference of the directional reflector. A light emitting source may be housed within the internal shield. A light emitting source holder may be coupled to the external shield and extending downwardly therefrom. The external shield and directional reflector may contemporaneously rotate along a curvilinear path spaced about the circumference of the internal shield. The external shield may include a tab protruding outwardly from its circumference and a base. The apparatus may further include a hanging arm statically mated directly to the light emitting source holder.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus includes one or more of a lens and a focus adjuster, a tilt adjuster, and a pan adjuster, each with corresponding indicia for setting focus, pan and tilt of the light apparatus.

Abstract: A rotation angle regulating device and a rotatable lamp using the same are provided. Through N passive rotating elements used for regulating the rotation angle, the rotation angle of the active rotating element relative to the fixing element is increased, wherein N is a positive integral equal to or more than 1. In addition, each passive rotating element has a first stopper and a second stopper. The active rotating element, when rotating, drives and makes the passive rotating elements rotating on the fixing element, so that the rotation of the lamp can be stopped at any designated angle through the operations of the first and second stoppers of each passive rotating element.

Abstract: A light source assembly (10) includes a light source (12) and a base (14) to which the light source is detachably attachable. The base is adapted to orient the light source to a plurality of positions when the light source is mounted thereon. The light source comprises a battery mounted therein for providing power thereto, at least when the light source is disconnected therefrom. The base is also adapted for being powered by the battery and/or by an alternative power source. The light source is adapted to be operational both when mounted on the base and when disconnected therefrom. The light source assembly may further comprise a mounting plate for attachment thereof, for example, to a building or an external surface of a vehicle.

Abstract: A recessed light assembly having an illumination element and having an enclosure attachable to a support structure of a dwelling has a rotating aperture plate rotatably mounted to a wall of the enclosure. The rotating aperture plate has an illumination aperture disposed over an opening in the wall of the enclosure and the recessed light assembly has adjustable fasteners, accessible from an exterior of the recessed light assembly, which adjustable fasteners selectively permit and prevent rotation of the rotating aperture plate relative to the enclosure allowing a user to adjust the rotational alignment of the illumination aperture relative to the enclosure of an installed light assembly without disengaging an attached assembly from the support structure. The illumination element may be fixed relative to the rotating aperture plate or may be fixed relative to the enclosure.

Abstract: A pivoting recessed light fixture has a can and junction box mounted on a frame structure. The frame structure is pivotally supported near one of its ends between a pair of telescoping support rails mounted between a pair of support members. The other end of the frame structure is removably attached to each of the support rails so that the frame structure, with its can and junction box, can be pivoted below the rails to allow access for wiring during installation.

Abstract: An LED lamp includes a housing and a light source located outside the housing. An electric module is received in the housing. The housing defines a receiving recess in an outer surface thereof. The light source is connected to the electric module electrically. The light source is pivotally mounted to the housing and pivotable between a rest state and a working state to adjust an illumination angle of the light source. When the light source is located at the rest state, the light source is received in the receiving recess. When the light source is located at the working state, the light source is pivoted up from the receiving recess. The LED lamp can be used for normal illumination, emergency illumination or mobile illumination.

Abstract: A safety helmet or head piece having an incident light source disposed on the top or the crown of the helmet or head piece, means for controlling the orientation of the light source, wherein light emanates as a beam substantially vertically and upwardly irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The light beam is a single or collimated beam comprised by one or more laser light sources of any color or color mix. The light source is mounted on the helmet or head piece so that the beam always emanates in substantially a vertical upwards direction irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The invention being directed to the location and rescue of injured workers in poor visibility conditions and to the reduction and prevention of accidents in general.

Abstract: Wireless network used to control multiple lights, includes multiple different networks for different purposes, and interference prevention mechanisms.

Abstract: An LED lamp includes a housing, a conducting ring mounted on the housing, a shade swivelably mounted on the housing, an LED module mounted on the shade, and two conducting pins each electrically connected with the LED module and each electrically connected with the conducting ring. Thus, when the LED module is moved in concert with the shade, each of the two conducting pins is slidably in contact with the conducting ring to connect the LED module electrically with the conducting ring and to connect the LED module electrically with the metallic base and the power contact plate through the conducting ring so as to form an electrical circuit so that the LED module can be rotated through three hundred and sixty degrees (360°) so as to change the lighting direction of the LED module.

Abstract: In an adjustable light, a mounting base is formed with a pair of arcuate slots for receiving hooks protruding from a light module. For attachment of the light module to the base, the hooks enter open ends of the respective slots, and the light module is rotated to engage the hooks with the slots. A sheet of spring metal with two series of protrusions is sandwiched between a rear part of the base and a front part in which the slots are formed. The protrusions are exposed through the slots, and a space is provided behind the protrusions, allowing them to move resiliently when engaged by the hooks as the light module is rotated so that the light module can be retained in any selected one of a plurality of angular positions.

Abstract: A table lamp having a lamp shade that can displace transversally and rotate by 360 degrees is assembled by a bottom seat, a slide base, a connecting rod, a rotation mechanism and a lamp shade. An interior of the slide base on the bottom seat is installed with a sliding mechanism, enabling the slide base to displace on the bottom seat. A top end of the connecting rod above the slide base is installed with the rotation mechanism and the lamp shade is installed at an upper end of the connecting rod. When the connecting rod tilts, the slide base shifts naturally on the bottom seat using a center of gravity, enabling the lamp shade to displace opposite to a direction at which the slide base shifts. The lamp shade displaces transversally on the connecting rod or rotates by 360 degrees on the connecting rod by the rotation mechanism, so as to change a location of the lamp shade.

Abstract: A portable illumination device includes a base part, a cover, and an illumination unit, wherein the cover is pivotably connected to an end of the base part by a first pivot unit on the cover. The cover includes an opening and the illumination unit is accommodated in the opening. The illumination unit has a board and multiple illumination members on the board. The board is pivotable relative to the cover by a second pivot unit connected therebetween. The second pivot unit is connected to a third pivot unit which allows the illumination unit to be rotated when in use. The base part, the cover and the illumination unit can be folded to a compact body for convenience of carried.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided that can be utilized for accurate pre-aiming and installation of devices. The devices are pre-set to an aiming orientation relative to a universal reference plane. The reference plane is then correlated to a feature of a pole, tower, or other structure that will be used to elevate or suspend the devices. A position sensing subsystem is utilized to inform a worker when each device is correctly angularly oriented to the reference plane. The worker simply moves the mounting structure for the device to the correct three-dimensional angular orientation, uses the position sensor to confirm the correct orientation to within a highly accurate margin of error, and either locks the device in that orientation or marks the orientation. The pole, tower, or other elevating structure is then preliminarily erected at its pre-designed location and pre-designed rotational orientation with the pre-aimed devices.

Abstract: Vehicle-mounted auxiliary lighting systems adapted to provide primary or auxiliary vehicle lighting using light emitting diodes (LEDS) are disclosed.

Abstract: A lamp device includes a supporting housing connected fixedly to a base disposed on a supporting surface, and having an inclined top surface inclined with respect to the supporting surface. A lamp-mounting housing is connected pivotally to the supporting housing, has an inclined connecting surface parallel to and facing the inclined top surface of the supporting housing, and is rotatable relative to the supporting housing about a pivot axis perpendicular to the inclined top surface of the supporting housing between a first position, where the supporting housing cooperates with the lamp-mounting housing to constitute an upright structure, and a second position, where the supporting housing cooperates with the lamp-mounting housing to constitute a bent structure. A lamp unit is mounted to the lamp-mounting housing such that the lamp unit emits light toward the supporting surface when the lamp-mounting housing is at the second position.

Abstract: An exemplary illumination device includes a light source and a light-pervious light guiding barrel. The light source is configured for emitting light along a given light path. The light-pervious light guiding barrel receives the light source therein, and the barrel includes light guiding regions with different light directing and/or reflecting capabilities. In addition, the barrel is rotatable relative to the light source such that each of the light guiding regions can be selectively placed on the light path to direct and/or reflect the light from the light source.

Abstract: A variety of lighting apparatuses are described that utilize reflection as a basis for lighting a desired area.

Abstract: A new method and apparatus for installing replacement induction lamp envelopes into cobra-head lighting fixtures is presented, using a novel split reflector design that permits easy access to the lamp envelope compartment.

Abstract: A mount adjustable end cap clamp lock used with an adjustable light source with one or both ends collared by a barrel-type end, which is rotatable within an end cap. The end cap has a mounting surface that works in conjunction with a fastener to secure the lighting system to an object. The clamp pad, which may extend beyond the mounting surface, is slidable relative to the end cap. When the fastener is tightened, the clamp pad slides relative to the end cap to press against the barrel to lock the barrel in angular position and secure the light source from rotating when the fastener is tightened to secure the lighting system to an object. The end cap in conjunction with the clamp pad serves a dual purpose.

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

Abstract: The present invention provides a lighting device having a plurality of light source assemblies within a light housing. The light source assemblies include a light emitting diode disposed in tubular lens. The light housing is attached to an edge of the body.

Abstract: A LED lighting fixture with a rotating terminal block is revealed. The LED lighting fixture includes a housing with a connection hole on one end. Positioning teeth are arranged at an inner edge of the connection hole and a rotating shaft sleeve with a stop flange against the connection hole is mounted in the connection hole. Moreover, positioning teeth corresponding to the positioning teeth of the connection hole are disposed on an inner side of the stop flange. A threaded segment threaded with a terminal block for connection and positioning is set on an outer edge of the rotating shaft sleeve. Thus the housing can be rotated directly and the positioning teeth of the housing and the positioning teeth of the rotating shaft sleeve are engaged and locked with each other so as to make the housing rotate around the terminal block. Therefore, the lighting angle is adjusted optimally.

Abstract: The disclosed pan-tilt spotlight is a sealed, remote controlled unit which allows continuous 360° rotation (pan) of visible or infrared (IR) light sources as well as vertical (tilt) aiming of the light sources 65° above horizontal and 25° below horizontal. The light sources are solid state (LEDs) which are energy efficient and extremely durable in the field, requiring little maintenance. Light shields are employed to control stray light, thereby enhancing the stealth of the spotlight in covert operations. The rotating parts of the spotlight are supported at several locations spaced from the axis of rotation in a manner that re-directs forces that would otherwise be carried by the shaft. Temperature sensitive current regulators and robust thermal design protect the LEDs from heat damage. Sophisticated motor control allows fast and precise positioning of the light beam and worm final drive gears keep the light beam in position.

Abstract: A table lamp with a rotatable lamp casing includes a base and an arm extended from the base. The arm has one end connected to the base and the other end connected to an assembling portion. A luminant portion is mounted on the assembling portion. The luminant portion has a seat mounted on the assembling portion and a lamp mounted on one side of the seat. A transparent casing is rotatably mounted on the assembling portion and covers the luminant portion. The casing has multiple light-guiding sections disposed therein. Each light-guiding section provides a specific illuminant mold.

Abstract: An exemplary LED lamp includes a bracket, a first lamp cover fixed on a first side of the bracket, a second lamp cover fixed on a second side of the bracket, and an LED module pivotally engaging with the bracket. The LED module has an LED and a weight on opposite faces of a base of the LED module. The second lamp cover is different from the first lamp cover. The LED module is capable of rotating relative to the bracket to have the LED thereof face either one of first lamp cover and the second lamp cover.

Abstract: A compact high-brightness LED aquarium light fixture is described for use in illuminating aquarium tanks artificial light. The LED aquarium light uses a densely-packed array of high-brightness light emitting diodes (LEDs) that are not individually packaged, where the array behaves similarly to a point source of light. The LED chips are distributed laterally over an area, where the LED chips have light emitting surfaces for emitting light in directions transverse to said area, wherein the dimensions of the area do not exceed 25 mm. Adjacent chips of the array are preferably separated by less than about 0.2 mm. The extended point source LED array, with its lens and associated reflector, result in a concentrated light source that attractively illuminates the contents of the aquarium, and creates a desirable shimmering effect within the aquarium.

Abstract: An exemplary flash lamp module includes a light source, a holding pole, a lampshade, a slide orbit and a driving portion. The light source is mounted on the holding pole. The lampshade is configured for covering the light source. The lampshade has an opening configured for allowing light beams emitted from the light source passing through the opening. The slide orbit is configured for supporting and allowing the lampshade moving therealong. The driving portion is configured for driving the lampshade to move along the slide orbit so as to change the direction of emitting of light beams through the opening.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus includes an input device and an illumination device. The illumination device includes a chassis, an illumination module and a positioning mechanism. The module is pivotally connected to the chassis to be rotatable between a closed and an open position. The positioning mechanism is use for respectively positioning the illumination module in the closed and the open position. An operating method of the illumination device includes the following steps. First, a push force is applied to the module in the closed position. Then the module rotates from the closed position to the open position. The module enters a light-on state as arrived in the open position for illuminating the input device. Next, another push force is applied to the module in the open position, so that the module rotates to the closed position. The module enters a light-off state as arrived in the closed position.

Abstract: This invention relates to a light emitting device (100) having a movable collimating unit for adjusting the output direction of light being emitted from the light emitting device. The light emitting device comprises a base unit (110), and a light output unit (120) which is engaged with the base unit. The light output unit comprises at least one light source (121) for emitting light. The light emitting device further comprises a movably arranged collimating unit (130) for adjusting the direction of the emitted light, which is arranged such that it encompasses a light output portion (125), which is arranged on the light output unit.

Abstract: A lamp position adjustment device includes a bottom frame, a lamp holder, and a lamp mount. The lamp holder is disposed on the bottom frame for supporting the lamp, and the lamp mount is disposed between the lamp holder and the bottom frame. The lamp mount includes a base portion, a first side portion and a second side portion that are respectively connected to two opposite sides of the base portion, a first positioning mechanism, and a second positioning mechanism. The first positioning mechanism is disposed on the base portion to enable the lamp mount to be slidably connected to the bottom frame, and the second positioning mechanism is disposed on the first side portion and the second side portion to enable the lamp mount to be slidably connected to the lamp holder.

Abstract: An illumination lamp includes a mounting frame and at least a rotatable light-emitting module. The at least a rotatable light-emitting module includes at least one bracket with one end securely mounted on the mounting frame, a heat sink being pivotally connected with the other end of the at least one bracket, and a light source mounted on the heat sink.

Abstract: Various lighting devices are provided which may be used to advantageously illuminate areas of interest in a secure, convenient manner. In one example, a lighting device includes a headlamp. The headlamp includes a base, a body, and a light source. The base includes two support members and an aperture in each of the support members. The body is secured to the base through the apertures and is adapted to rotate relative to the base. The light source is in the body and positioned substantially between the two support members. The light source is adapted to rotate with the body relative to the base to adjust an angle of light emitted by the light source. As another example, related methods are also provided.

Abstract: A graphical-user-interface manipulable lighting system is disclosed in which a light source having a position of focus is moved by an articulator adapted to receive and send signals through a control box indicating the current and intended positions of the focus of the light source, and further a computer interface operating wirelessly which graphically displays the current position of the light source and is adapted to allow a user to drag an icon indicating the current position of the light source onto a new intended position thereby resulting in the movement of the light source to the new position.

Abstract: A luminaire comprising a first hub comprising a first fixed portion rotatably coupled to a first rotor portion, said hub having an internal chamber, accessible through openings on the first fixed portion and the first rotor portion; a first lamp socket coupled to the first rotor portion of the first hub; a light rail affixed to the first rotor portion, said light rail having a bore the length of the light rail; a second hub comprising a second fixed portion rotatably coupled to a second rotor portion; and a second lamp socket coupled to the second rotor portion of the second hub, wherein a first set of one or more power wires is coupled to the first lamp socket, wherein a second set of power wires is disposed in the opening on the first fixed portion and further into the bore and is coupled to the second socket.

Abstract: A reading light incorporates a light fitting containing a light source, a light main body and a spring. The cover of the light fitting includes an outer surface formed of a part of a spherical surface. The body of the light fitting is formed of a metal, and includes a back surface formed of another part of the spherical surface. The light main body includes a receiving/guiding portion that supports the outer surface. The receiving/guiding portion supports the light fitting so that the light fitting is rotatable, thereby enabling the direction of light emitted from the light fitting to be changed. The light fitting is fitted in the light main body by pressing the back surface using the spring. Either the receiving/guiding portion or cover is formed of a metal, and the other is formed of a resin.

Abstract: A lighting assembly includes a lamp alignment assembly for positioning the lamps after the lighting assembly is installed. The lighting assembly includes a ceiling pan for mounting to the ceiling support and a lamp assembly attached to the ceiling pan. The lamp assembly is adjustable in a transverse and rotational direction with respect to the ceiling pan. The lamp assembly is provided with alignment springs to align the lamp assembly at predetermined settings. A sight window is formed in the ceiling to visually set the lamp assembly in a selected position. A locking member on the lamp assembly locks the lamp assembly in a fixed position on the ceiling pan.

Abstract: A luminaire and lighting assembly is provided having a ceiling pan and a light assembly supported on the ceiling pan. The light assembly is rotatable and movable in a lateral direction on the ceiling pan to provide adjustment of the light assembly with respect to the ceiling pan. The light assembly includes an aiming device which allows the lamp to be adjusted about a vertical axis and about a horizontal axis for adjustment of the lamp. The aiming assembly includes a locking assembly which fixes the position of the aiming assembly to simultaneously prevent rotation about the vertical axis and about the horizontal axis.

Abstract: A backlight module includes a case, a lamp, and a lamp clamping mechanism. The case has a bottom plate. The lamp is installed inside the case. The lamp clamping mechanism is connected to the bottom plate. The lamp clamping mechanism includes a base, a second clamping part, and a driving part. A first clamping part is disposed on the base. The second clamping part is installed on the base in a movable manner. The second clamping part is used for clamping the lamp with the first clamping part cooperatively when the second clamping part is moved to a first position so as to fix the lamp on the bottom plate. The driving part is pivotally disposed through the base. The driving part is used for rotating relative to the base so as to push the second clamping part from a second position to the first position on the base.

Abstract: An electronic device is disclosed that includes an operations unit disposed in a device main body for input operations, and a camera unit including a camera for image capturing and a light source that emits light for image capturing. A light irradiation position of the light source is variable so that the light source illuminates the operations unit.

Abstract: A light fixture (100) comprises a base (101) and at least a first arm (102) having a first end (103) that couples to this base. A housing (105) then couples to the second end (203) of this first arm and can serve to house both a light source (901) (such that emanated light will tend to be directed towards a primary area of coverage) and an animate object detector (902) (such that the latter will be aimed towards, and will tend to be sensitive to, objects that move within the primary area of coverage). By one approach, this arm couples to the base and/or the housing in a manner that permits an end user to adjust a position of the housing with respect to the base without requiring any hand tools. The housing can comprise a heat sink (906) if desired.

Abstract: A lighting fixture includes a light unit, a supporting frame pivotally coupling with the light unit, and an angle adjustment arrangement including a first gear member provided at the light housing, and a second gear member provided at the supporting arm. The first gear member has a first teething face to match and engage with a second teething face of the gear member. When the first gear member is moved apart from the second gear member, the light housing is adapted to pivotally move with respect to the supporting frame so as to selectively adjust the projecting angle of the light unit. After the projecting angle of the light unit is set, the first gear member is moved back to re-engage with the second gear member to lock up the light unit at the projecting angle.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system of aiming lighting fixtures. One aspect of the invention mounts a substantially collimated light source on a lighting fixture. The direction of the substantially collimated light source is fixed in a known relationship to the aiming direction of the lighting fixture. By finding the substantially collimated light source either by direct viewing or in a mirror, the aiming direction of the lighting fixture can be derived by using the known the relationship between the substantially collimated light source and the aiming direction of the fixture. Thus, the aiming direction of the fixture can be derived without operating the lighting fixture and can be derived even at relatively remote locations from the lighting fixture. The apparatus and method can be used on one fixture or a plurality of fixtures. It can also be used on one fixture of an array of fixtures to aim the entire array.

Abstract: To aim to provide a simple high-pressure discharge lamp apparatus. The lamp apparatus suppresses local temperature increase in an arc tube during lighting, and uniforms temperature in the arc tube. A lamp is built into a reflector so as to form a lamp unit such that a central axis of the lamp coincides with an optical axis of the reflector. A pair of rotating bodies with a fixed interval therebetween each has a circular outer circumferential surface, and the optical axis of the reflector coincides with a central axis of the circumferential surface of the rotating bodies. A pair of electrodes is electrically connected to the circumferential surface of each rotating body, and the rotating bodies are placed on two rotating rollers arranged in parallel. A drive motor drives the lamp unit in a fixed direction on the rotating rollers. Feeding members feed the rotating bodies with power.

Abstract: A display module includes: a display unit having a display screen for displaying information; a display unit housing including a transparent front cover covering a display screen of the display unit, and a pair of side covers covering both sides of the display unit, wherein the display unit is attached to the display unit housing so as to be detachable; and shafts projecting outwards from the pair of side covers and supported so as to be freely rotatable when fitted in a pair of supporting holes made in a housing provided for an apparatus.

Abstract: An improved flashlight includes a barrel, a light source and a variable length conductor. The barrel contains a plurality of batteries which may be arranged end-to-end. The light source is held in a holder. The variable length conductor is interposed between the plurality of batteries and the light source. The variable length conductor is configured to selectively electrically couple or de-couple the light source and the batteries. The holder of the light source may further be configured to move the light source substantially laterally relative to an axis of the reflector.

Abstract: A motor vehicle headlight that is able to emit a light beam on a roughly longitudinal axis and that comprises a housing that has a rear bottom and inside which there are arranged; at least one light source that is mounted fixedly in the housing; and at least one reflector that is mounted so as to pivot about a transverse axis with respect to the housing; wherein the headlight comprises an attached intermediate support element that is fixed inside the housing and on which the reflector is pivotally mounted.