Abstract: A lighted bottle cap apparatus replaces a conventional threaded bottle cap to provide an entertaining light display externally of the bottle and also through the liquid contained within the bottle. The cap apparatus incorporates a battery powered lighting device that utilizes LED's to direct light energy into and away from the bottle. An optional advertising display can be formed as part of the cap apparatus to be illuminated from the lighting device. An alternative embodiment provides a central opening through the cap apparatus to allow the liquid within the bottle to be dispensed therethrough. The lighting device is oriented to direct light energy into the discharged liquid. An adaptor incorporating a translucent panel allows the standard cap apparatus to be connected to multiple bottle configurations. The adaptor has first and second sets of threads separated by the translucent panel to seal the lighting device from the liquid in the bottle.

Abstract: A luminaire including a housing with a service compartment that is accessible through an opening in the housing, a light source, electrical components disposed in the service compartment for powering and operating the light source, and a door rotatably connected to the housing for rotation between a closed position where the door covers the opening and an open position where the door does not cover the opening. The rotatable connection includes an asymmetric pin extending from the door and a cavity formed in the housing having a hinge opening of width W. The asymmetric pin has a cross sectional thickness t and a cross sectional height h. Width W is less than height h and greater than thickness t, such that the pin is removable through the hinge opening when the door is in a removal position where the pin thickness t is aligned to the hinge opening width W.

Abstract: An interactive electronic device shell and light source may enable personalization and increased functionality of an electronic device. The shell may at least partially cover a light source and attach to an electronic device. The shell includes at least some transparent or translucent portions (e.g., light stencils) that enable light from a matrix of the light source to emit through the shell, thus causing a display of light from the shell. In some aspects, the electronic device may be linked with the shell and/or the light source to control light emission through the shell. In various aspects, an illumined portion of the shell may have significance, such as revealing an artistic design or indicating a message based on activity of the electronic device.

Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) side marker lamp, comprising a punching panel with a coating, a water-proof light source module, and a through hole. The water-proof light source module is disposed below the punching panel, and the through hole is disposed on the punching panel and operates to allow light to be emitted from the water-proof light source module. A traditional cover is not needed, and the punching panel is used to replace the cover and colors thereof match with those of buildings, which improves decoration effect of the invention; secondly, as the LED side marker lamp fails, only the water-proof light source module needs to be replaced, which is convenient for maintenance and reduces cost; finally, the number of light source modules can be varied, which is flexible in use.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus includes a lamp seat, a lighting unit, a housing, and an abutment unit. The lamp seat includes a support portion. The lighting unit is disposed on the lamp seat and includes a circuit board disposed on the support portion, and at least one lighting element mounted on the circuit board for emitting light. The housing surrounds and covers the lighting unit, and includes a cover flange connected to the lamp seat. The abutment unit is disposed between the housing and the lighting unit for abutting against and securing the circuit board on the support portion.

Abstract: A lighting unit for water fountains, ponds and the like, has a housing that is sealed at least relative to splashing water. A light source is arranged in the housing. A lens is arranged in the housing for alignment of light emitted by the light source. An additional lens unit is arranged in a light path of the light emitted by the light source for providing an additional alignment of the light emitted by the light source. A closure cap secures the additional lens unit by a self-centering action on the housing. The closure cap has an inner guide providing the self-centering action.

Abstract: An LED lamp includes a planar base, an LED module mounted on the base, an envelope covering the LED module, and a lamp housing having a configuration like a lantern and defining a cavity. An annular receiving groove is recessed from a bottom face of the base. The LED module is attached on the bottom face of the base and surrounded by the receiving groove. The envelope includes a recessed body and an engaging flange extending outwardly from a periphery of the body. The engaging flange of the envelope is received in the receiving groove. The base, the LED module and the envelope are received in the cavity.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus installed outdoors includes a cabinet body having an opening that houses components constituting the electronic apparatus, a lid body that closes the opening, a printed circuit board unit on which electronic components are mounted, and a block made from an opaque material that has a plurality of holes and is disposed between the printed circuit board unit and the lid body. The printed circuit board unit has a plurality of LED's that indicate operating states of the electronic apparatus. The lid body has a window portion covered with a transparent material having a larger area than a region where the LED's are arranged, so that the window faces the region. The block is disposed so that light emission from the plurality of LED's can be observed from the outside of the electronic apparatus through the respective plurality of holes and the window portion.

Abstract: An in-grade light fixture has a lamp compartment having an open upper end with a lens cover covering the open upper end. The lens cover may have a joint connection to permit travel from an open configuration to a closed configuration. A junction box is adjacent to the lens cover along an upper portion of the compartment. If a ballast is utilized for proper supply of power to the lamp, a ballast compartment is adjacent an open lower end of the lamp compartment. A hydraulic isolation chamber extends vertically downward from the junction box to the sealed ballast compartment. The hydraulic isolation chamber is filled with a potting material and prevents wicking of moisture into the ballast compartment.

Abstract: An in-grade light fixture has a lamp compartment having an open upper end with a lens cover covering the open upper end. The lens cover may have a joint connection to permit travel from an open configuration to a closed configuration. A junction box is adjacent to the lens cover along an upper portion of the compartment. If a ballast is utilized for proper supply of power to the lamp, a ballast compartment is adjacent an open lower end of the lamp compartment. A hydraulic isolation chamber extends vertically downward from the junction box to the sealed ballast compartment. The hydraulic isolation chamber is filled with a potting material and prevents wicking of moisture into the ballast compartment.

Abstract: A suspended light fixture includes a housing having first and second members configured to engage one another in a closed position and disengage from one another in an open position. For example, one member can include a cover, and the other member can include a housing body. The housing contains at least one internal component coupled to one of the members. The first member is configured to receive at least one cable. At least one cable gripper is coupled to the first member. Each cable gripper is slidable along a corresponding cable in a first direction and configured to only allow movement of the cable gripper in a second, opposite direction, upon operation of a mechanism. Movement of the cable grippers in the first direction causes corresponding movement of the first member, towards the open position. In the open position, the internal components are accessible for maintenance or another activity.

Abstract: A wall luminaire is described having a housing intended for the reception of the electrical components and having at least one light permeable element mounted to the housing whose special feature consists of the fact that light generated by a plurality of LEDs with an associated optical system or by a fluorescent lamp arrangement is guided in bundled form between two surfaces which are disposed in the sidelight region of the light beam.

Abstract: A travel carrier suitable for use in transporting a live animal via a mode of transportation, comprises an enclosure of suitable size and shape for a live animal; a power source; a video camera connected to the power source and arranged in the enclosure for capturing a video image of the animal in the enclosure; and an RF transmitter. The transmitter, which is operatively connected to the video camera, transmits a signal representing a video image of the animal to a remote receiver. The carrier may also comprise a GPS unit disposed on or in the enclosure, which is operatively connected to a transmitter, for transmitting a signal representing the location of the carrier to the remote receiver.

Abstract: A LED display unit comprises a housing; an openable door coupled to a front of the housing for movement between a closed position and an opened position; a LED module mounted on a front of the openable door; and a sliding assembly coupled to an inside surface of the housing and an inside surface of the front door comprising: a first connection member fixedly mounted to an inside surface of the housing, a second connection member fixedly mounted to an inside surface of the front door, a sliding member slidely mounted to the first connection member and rotatably connected with the second connection member, so that the sliding member can move forward from the housing and rotate relative to the openable door so as to open the openable door.

Abstract: A light-emitting module includes a printed circuit board (PCB), a fastening member, and a light-emitting package. The PCB has a power-supplying pad to provide electrical power. The fastening member is disposed on the PCB and has a package-receiving hole exposing the power-supplying pad. The light-emitting package is received by the package-receiving hole such that the light-emitting package is electrically connected to the power-supplying pad and detachably coupled with the fastening member. Therefore, the light-emitting package may be easily combined with the PCB, and the light-emitting package may be replaced when desired.

Abstract: Illumination device (20) for box-like or chest-like items of furniture having a body, which is provided with at least one door or flap, which can be pivoted between a closed position and an open position in relation to the body or a withdrawable part, for example a drawer or the like, which can be displaced between a closed position in which it is pushed into the body and an open position in which it is withdrawn from the body. The illumination device (20) has a holder, which can be connected to an electrical current source, for an illumination means (40), wherein a switch, which interrupts or opens the electrical connection in the event of a predetermined position of the door or flap or withdrawable part in relation to the body, is provided in the electrical connection between the current source and the illuminations means.

Abstract: Disclosed is a light-emitting diode package. The light-emitting diode package includes an electrode pad on which a chip is placed; a housing having a window through which the chip is exposed; a housing wall defining the window; and an electrode lead extended from the electrode pad in a direction of the housing to be exposed outside a surface of the housing, wherein the housing wall formed in the direction comprises a first portion and a second portion thicker than the first portion to cover the electrode lead.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a single-ended fluorescent tube which comprises a glass tube lamp tube and a lamp cap, wherein the lamp cap comprises a glass tube lamp tube fixed seat and an electric plug connector, the glass tube lamp tube is arranged on the glass tube lamp tube fixed seat, and the electric plug connector is arranged on the glass tube lamp tube fixed seat. The single-ended fluorescent tube is characterized in that the power supply plug of the lamp cap is vertical to the axis of the glass tube lamp tube; the present invention also discloses a luminaire matched with the single-ended fluorescent tube for use, which comprises a lamp frame cover and a lamp holder, wherein a socket is arranged in the lamp holder.

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 lighting unit includes a housing, a lamp fixture configured to be coupled to the housing, an element extending from the lamp fixture and configured to be received in the housing, and a sealing member defining an aperture for receiving the element therethrough. A periphery of the aperture forms a fluid-tight seal around the element. In another aspect, a lighting unit includes a housing and an enclosure coupled to the housing and configured to define an interior space, wherein the interior space is sealed from an interior of the housing. In another aspect, a method for sealing a lighting unit includes providing a housing, an enclosure coupled to the housing, and an opening in the housing in communication with the enclosure, placing a seal between the housing and the enclosure, and applying a sealing member to the opening to seal the opening.

Abstract: A lighting system has a sealable housing with a lamp cavity, a junction box and a partition wall there between with the junction box being laterally from beneath a lens opening. The system further includes a closure to close an access port in the partition wall which includes a conical wall with a circular plate truncating the wall. The plate extends across the bottom of the housing and a vertically extending sealing flange receives the closure. A ballast assembly is also located from beneath the lens opening. A formed seal is positioned about a lens which extends inwardly to capture optic components beneath the lens. A locking ring is restrained from compressing against the mounting flange of the lens. A lighting system employing an LED board array and LED power control includes a heat sink beneath the board array extending downwardly to a radiator for transfer of heat from the array downwardly to the lamp cavity for dissipation.

Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) lamp, includes casing and an LED module received in the casing. The casing defines a light-outputting opening in a bottom thereof and has a plurality of fixing parts which are formed at two facing inner sides of the casing and spaced from the light-outputting opening with different distances. The LED module is selectively fixed to one of the fixing parts. Therefore, a distance between the LED module and the light-outputting opening is adjustable by selectively fixing the LED module to different one of the fixing parts.

Abstract: An underwater light system includes a waterproof housing for enclosing a light source. According to one embodiment the housing has a removable, transparent, acrylic dome which seats onto a metal base. Strobe light electric circuitry and one or more light bulbs or other light sources are disposed inside the housing. The housing is configured to be vacuum sealed, and the removable nature of the dome and metal base permits convenient access to the light sources for replacement or other maintenance. An external electrical cable provides power via an external power source for the light sources while in use underwater. The power source is disposed apart from the housing, and the external power cable remains attached to the housing while underwater and in use.

Abstract: A window lighting system for a building structure curtain wall is provided with a housing sized to be received upon a structural member, with an opening facing the window. A refracting lens is mounted adjacent the opening. A plurality of longitudinally spaced discrete light sources are positioned in the housing, each oriented towards the refracting lens such that the light is conveyed to the refracting lens and subsequently out of the housing opening for illuminating the window. A lighting system is provided with the housing sized to extend along the window upon a cover of a structural member between a pair of sequential structure members. A lighting system cover is supported by the housing for concealing the light source and providing an ornamental appearance similar to that of the cover of the underlying structural member without obfuscating an ornamental appearance of the window and the structure members.

Abstract: A low profile light comprises mating front and back housings (12, 14), between them defining the thickness of the light. An attachment is provided on the back housing, whereby the light is attachable to a base on which the light is to be mounted. A circuit board (16) mounts circuit elements (36) and interconnecting conductive tracks to which LED devices (28) are connected. The board is enclosed and sandwiched between said front and back housings. The front housing is transparent or translucent to transmit light emitted from the LED devices. The circuit elements and LED devices are arranged to be powered by AC mains electricity. The thickness of the light is no greater than 10% more than the sum of the thicknesses of said front and back housings and the maximum 15 dimension of a minimum power-rating two-core mains electricity power cable (18). That is, it is less than 10 mm thick.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods of tribar headlights with removable/replaceable tribar elements are presented. In accordance with an embodiment, a tribar element assembly comprising a dot element and a retaining plug is removably coupled in a tribar hub allowing replacement and change out of the dot element through the bulb aperture of the lamp envelope.

Abstract: A ceiling light fixture for medical patient rooms and a method for the same. The fixture comprises a body which defines a middle region and two side regions along opposite sides of the middle region. A cover is movably attached to the body and includes a lens over at least the middle region. A graphics image is associated with the middle region and is substantially parallel to the lens. At least one graphics-light source is within the middle region and configured for illuminated display of the graphics image. At least one exam-light source is located within each of the two side regions.

Abstract: A photographic light diffusing device is provided. A flexible, transparent cowl is adapted to be mounted on a photographic light source, the cowl including a plurality of ribs and an opening through which the photographic light source is visible when the cowl is mounted on the photographic light source. The cowl elastically deforms to fit onto the photographic light source. A removable, flexible cover is placed over the opening of the cowl.

Abstract: An assembly has a faceplate having inwardly extending pins and a housing having holes for receiving said inwardly extending pins. Vibration resistant means is provided for locking the faceplate to the housing.

Abstract: A light-emitting unit having a plurality of LED light sources (7a to 7d) and a planar lightguide (2) that guides light from the LED light sources (7a to 7d) and that emits the light from a light-exiting portion located on an outer periphery (2a). The planar lightguide (2) has a reflecting portion (2b) that reflects light from the LED light sources to emit the light to the outside from the light-exiting portion of the outer periphery (2a). The planar lightguide (2) also guides light from the LED light sources directly to the outer periphery (2a) to emit the light to the outside from the light-exiting portion.

Abstract: A luminaire adapted to being mounted at the top of a post having a design reducing maintenance costs. The luminaire has a capital with a globe mounted thereon forming an optical chamber, the capital has a front access area with a front access door hingedly attached thereto and optionally has a tool-less latch capable of holding the front access door over the front access area. The capital has an opening in a top portion thereof into the optical chamber, optionally, a relamping module extends from the inside of the capital, through the opening and up into a central portion of the optical chamber and has a lamp socket thereon. The relamping module may be removed without manipulation of the globe or globe roof. The luminaire may also have electrical gear within the capital attached to a tray wherein the tray is removably attached to an internal portion of the capital. The globe and globe roof may remain stationary during typical maintenance processes such as relamping or maintenance of electrical gear.

Abstract: The interchangeable power source light device has AC power sealed-unit fit into the uniform compartment-means of the said light device housing-member by the assembly-means. The AC power sealed-unit can be replace by the DC power battery-pack and fit the battery-pack into the uniform compartment-means of the said light device housing-member by the same assembly-means. The said light device has build-in light source within the housing-member and connect with sealed-unit or battery unit by connect-means to deliver electric signal from unit or pack to light source. The each said of unit and pack has its own power source, circuit means, trigger means and optional other light source(s) which has low power consumption which means use fresh of Duracell Alkaline 3 pcs batteries can turn on the said light source though circuit means and trigger means for more than 1 hour which may including LED(s), Electro-luminescent (EL), Organic LED, Organic EL.

Abstract: A frame includes a main frame and a receiving frame. The main frame includes a base and several circumferential sidewalls extending from the base. At least two opposite stepped elements are defined at the top of two opposite sidewalls. Each stepped element includes a tread portion extending from the sidewall toward an inner of the main frame, a riser portion extending from the end of the tread portion toward the opening. The receiving frame includes a frame body, a rim portion extending from a bottom of the frame body toward an inner of the frame body, and at least two grooves defined in the rim portion corresponding to the two stepped elements. Each groove of the receiving frame may be inserted into the corresponding stepped element. A backlight system using the frame is also provided, which has a narrow-framed, space-saving design, and also can be assembled easily.

Abstract: An LED lamp includes a housing defining an opening, an LED module received in the housing, a light-guiding cover covering the LED module and a transparent plate hermetically coupled to the housing via glue. The housing includes a main body, a pair of lateral plates secured to two opposite ends thereof and a pair of cushioning plates tightly sandwiched between the lateral plates and the two opposite ends of the main body. Each cushioning plate defines a recessed side edge, whereby two opposite end edges of the transparent plate, the recessed side edges and tops of the lateral plates cooperatively define a pair of receiving grooves at the two opposite ends of the main body of the housing. An outer edge of the transparent plate is hermetically coupled to the housing via glue filled in the receiving grooves.

Abstract: A light has a housing of plastic material and a light fixture that is arranged within the housing and that receives at least one light bulb. The housing is made from plates that each have outer edges that are beveled at an angle of 45 degrees and provide contact surfaces where the plates adjoin one another. The plates are glued to one another in the area of the contact surfaces over the entire surface area of the contact surfaces in such a way that the plates are joined flush without the outer edges projecting past one another. The housing has a bottom side provided with a circular cutout, wherein the light fixture projects through the circular cutout into the housing. A member is provided that releasably closes the circular cutout. The member is a base or a closure lid.

Abstract: A halogen light fixture for mounting under a cabinet and over a counter surface, as in a kitchen, has a housing between opposite end caps adaptable to fixtures of varying lengths. A partition between the end caps cooperates with a housing top and rear wall to provide a closed wiring compartment including a power switch accessible on a bottom of the partition. A translucent diffuser panel is supported in open slots formed in the end caps and can be pulled from the slots for access to the lamps sockets. The fixture is held together by screws passing through the housing and the end caps.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide enclosures for light sources, such as, but not limited to, LEDs, and their circuitry that obviate the need for separate enclosures. The light sources and their circuitry are mounted on a support structure that serves as a heat sink and protected from the environment by a flame resistant and partially transparent protective cover. Multiple such enclosures may be used in a light fixture.

Abstract: A ceiling-mounted troffer-type light fixture for illumination. The fixture comprises a body with a first flange having at least one hook-receiving opening and a second flange with a suspension-member-receiving opening. A cover includes a rectangular frame, at least one catch-arm and at least one suspension member. Frame fasteners along the frame engage the perimeter in a closed position. One-person attaching/closing and removal of the cover for maintenance is facilitated by the cover being supported in an open position, suspended position and fully engaged with the body in a closed position.

Abstract: A lamp having at least a portion of a body formed of translucent material defining a hollow chamber within which a low light level light bulb is housed. A portion of the body is removable to provide easy access to the light bulb for removal and changing when required.

Abstract: An LED module for illumination systems is provided that can be installed in and connected to an illumination system in a simple way both electrically and mechanically, and that ensures the greatest possible flexibility with reference to its possible uses. The LED module has a plurality of light-emitting diodes (2) arranged on a carrier plate (1), the carrier plate (1) being provided with at least one electrical connecting device (12) for electrically connecting the LED module, and with a fastening device (5) for fastening the LED module in an illumination system.

Abstract: A recessed light fixture having a rotation ring allowing rotation of a lamp mounted over the fixture frame aperture, the rotation ring easily rotatable on the frame and held in place by a ring clamp. The recessed light fixture rotation ring has a mechanical brake for locking the ring in place after positioning of the lamp. The ring also has a slip disc positioned between the surface of the frame and the ring to allow easy rotation. The housing of the fixture has junction boxes mounted on side walls which are hinged to the sidewalls of the housing and which swivel into the interior of the housing for ready access after installation through the aperture of the frame. The lamp of the fixture movable about a horizontal adjustment and vertical adjustment axis while also maintaining position with respect to the reflector.

Abstract: An apparatus and method according to which a door is secured to a lighting device chassis.

Abstract: A lighting unit includes a housing, a lamp fixture configured to be coupled to the housing, an element extending from the lamp fixture and configured to be received in the housing, and a sealing member defining an aperture for receiving the element therethrough. A periphery of the aperture forms a fluid-tight seal around the element. In another aspect, a lighting unit includes a housing and an enclosure coupled to the housing and configured to define an interior space, wherein the interior space is sealed from an interior of the housing. In another aspect, a method for sealing a lighting unit includes providing a housing, an enclosure coupled to the housing, and an opening in the housing in communication with the enclosure, placing a seal between the housing and the enclosure, and applying a sealing member to the opening to seal the opening.

Abstract: A light source device (411) has a lamp body (411A) including a light source lamp, a reflector (417) and an anti-explosion glass (418), and a lamp housing (411B) for accommodating the lamp body (411A). A plurality of projections (411B8) protruding along an optical axis of a light beam irradiated by the light source lamp are formed on the lamp housing (411B). Further, the reflector (417) has an approximately concave cross section and a positioning surface (417C) that touches the projections (411B8) of the lamp housing (411B) to locate the lamp body (411A) relative to the lamp housing (411B) is provided on a distal side of the concave section. The positioning surface (417C) is continuously flush.

Abstract: A horticulture light fixture having a secure glass aperture and glass retention frame that is swingably hinged to provide easy and safe maintenance of the fixture and helps facilitate cleaning of the glass. The hinge portion is constructed from sheet metal that is formed during the fabrication of the fixture. The method of construction eliminates the need to install a separate hinge saving manufacturing time and expense. In a preferred embodiment, the glass retention frame is constructed from a single continuous sheet of metal, that is punched or cut into desired dimension and shape, formed or folded to hold a flat piece of glass, and installed using common pins that provide rotational motion for swingably opening and closing of the glass simplifying maintenance of the horticulture light fixture.

Abstract: A trim ring for a vandal resistant luminaire, the trim ring is disposed about an electrical component housing and a lens and holds the lens to the electrical component housing. The trim ring is designed to protect the luminaire by absorbing physical shock exerted on the luminaire and provide an aesthetic pleasing design. Twist locks depend from an inner annular surface of the trim ring which cooperate with retaining legs on the electrical component housing providing for access to the internal components of the vandal resistant luminaire.

Abstract: A luminaire having a box-like luminaire housing for receiving at least one elongate light source and at least one reflector surface arranged—seen from the region to be illuminated—neighbouring the light source, the luminaire housing forms a light exit opening which is closed by a light exit element. The light exit element has in a first emission region, located in substance in front of the light source, a first light emission characteristic, and has in a second emission region, separate from the first emission region, a second light emission characteristic different with respect to the first light emission characteristic.

Abstract: A bracket locator for use with a fixture. The bracket locator including a main body, a swinging arm and a plurality of alignment protrusions. The swinging arm is rotatably connected to the main body. The plurality of alignment protrusions include a first protrusion and a second protrusion. The first protrusion extends from the main body. The second protrusion extends from the swinging arm.

Abstract: A halogen light fixture for mounting under a cabinet and over a counter surface, as in a kitchen, has a housing of continuous cross section between opposite end caps adaptable to fixtures of varying lengths. Screw fasteners pass through aligned openings in the housing and the end caps for attachment to the cabinet underside, and spacers integral to the end caps provide for air flow between the fixture and the cabinet. A partition also extending between the end caps provides a closed wiring compartment and some or all of the electrical components of the fixture, including lamp sockets and power switch can be mounted on the partition for ease of assembly and access.

Abstract: A backlit mirror assembly comprises a mirror, a lamp chamber, and a prop. The mirror is pivotally coupled to the lamp chamber so that it may be tilted outwardly, thereby allowing access to electrical components housed within the lamp chamber. A prop maintains the mirror in an open position. In one embodiment, the prop incorporates a gas spring to facilitate lifting of the mirror by a sole user. The mirror may be coupled to a rigid frame in order to strengthen the mirror, thereby reducing flexing of the mirror and hazards associated with such flexing.