Abstract: A light adjusting and controlling assembly has a light adjusting module, an illumination sensor, and a controller. The light adjusting module is connected to the illumination sensor. The illumination sensor is connected to the controller.

Abstract: The invention is a touch-sensitive switch with brightness-control for lamps. The switch consists of a switch body and a switch shell. The switch body comprises a brightness-control and touch-sensitive board, a brightness-controlling circuit and a luminous device. A touch-sensitive conductive thin film is on an outer surface of the brightness-control and touch-sensitive board. The luminous device is beneath the brightness-control and touch-sensitive board. Input of the luminous device is connected to output of the brightness-controlling circuit. There are electrode leading wires on the brightness-control and touch-sensitive board, which are serially connected to the brightness-controlling circuit. The switch of the invention is convenient to use and easier to manufacture. It can be used to control the brightness of one or multiple lamps and to function as a position indicator and light for gloomy or dim environments.

Abstract: A dimmable multi-bulb light fixture including a light portion including a base portion having a plurality of light sockets extending upwardly therefrom. The light sockets are positioned at different elevations and have an open upper end for receiving a light bulb therein. A control panel is in communication with the light portion. The control panel includes a single power cord extending outwardly therefrom for coupling with a standard electrical outlet. The control panel includes a power switch for controlling the three light sockets individually and jointly. The control panel includes a dimmer switch for controlling the three light sockets individually and jointly.

Abstract: A drinking vessel includes a container sized and shaped so as to hold liquid therein and a generating mechanism for generating electrically generated special effects so as to enhance amusement for a user. A first switch is mounted on the container so as to be operable between a first state, in which the first switch is in an electrically closed state, and a second state, in which the first switch is in an electrically open state. The first switch is in the first state when liquid is present in the container and in the second state when liquid is not present in the container. A second switch is also mounted on the container so as to be operable between a third state, in which the second switch is in an electrically closed state, and a fourth state, in which the second switch is in an electrically open state. The second switch is in the third state in response to a predetermined physical activity undertaken by the user in relation to the container.

Abstract: An illuminable accessory item having an illuminating unit included within the structure of the accessory item so that the illuminating unit is illuminated upon exertion of pressure on a specific trigger point on the accessory item. A pressure-activated actuator that controls the illumination of the illuminating unit is activated when pressure is applied to the trigger point. The actuator comprises a circuit board that, in combination with the illuminating unit, a trigger and one or more power sources, forms a closed circuit that delivers electrical current to the illuminating unit. One or more embodiments of the invention further include an ornamental fixture that is preferably transparent or translucent and can be used as a cover for the illuminating unit. When the illuminating unit is lit, its illumination is visible through the transparent or translucent portions of the ornamental fixture.

Abstract: For a control rod disposed between a top corner of the sun visor and the hinge of the mirror flap on the sun visor, the end of the rod associated with the plate carries a cam that causes two electrical conductors to be pressed one against the other.

Abstract: An illuminatable beverage accessory device having at least one light; at least one power source; a cartridge having a chamber for the light and a chamber for the power source which is either adapted to permit the power source, upon suitable application of external force, to reciprocally translate from one side (to turn the light on) to the other side (to turn the light off) or which uses a push-button switch device; and a housing having a cavity therein covering the cartridge. It is preferably constructed in a water-tight fashion to permit its use and illumination in a liquid. It is also preferably constructed to simulated a partially melted ice cube or ice berg and is adapted to house and display messages of various three-dimensional objects from within.

Abstract: Conventionally, in order to downsize the enclosure, there was no other choice than downsizing the enclosure and decreasing the area of the lens plate, or increasing the area of the lens plate and increasing the enclosure as well. However, decreasing the area of the lens plate disadvantageously lowers brightness of illumination. In contrast to this, when the dimensions of the lens plate are increased, the proportion of the area of the lens plate with respect to the roof increases, which leads to a problem in terms of design. Accordingly, the present invention provides an interior light system for vehicles comprising a lamp accommodated in the enclosure, a push switch for turning on and off the lamp fixed in the enclosure, and a lens plate journaled at the ends of the opening of the enclosure for a swinging motion, in which the push switch is turned on and off by pressing the lens plate, thereby turning the lamp on and off.

Abstract: A lamp comprises a light socket supported by a lamp column extending up from a base. The light socket includes a pull cord for operating same. A pull cord guide device is attached to the lamp and includes an extension portion extending laterally from an axis of the lamp column. The extension portion of the pull cord guide device defines a guide hole located adjacent to a distal end thereof. The pull cord extends through the guide hole so as to be spaced apart from the lamp column.

Abstract: Light from a flash discharge tube is reflected in a forward direction by a concave mirror and further refracted to a negative direction by a projection lens. A trigger wire for triggering the flash discharge tube to set off emission is constructed of an elastic material. The flash discharge tube is retained, as an integrated combination, by a discharge tube mounting frame on which support axial parts are provided in a protruding manner, and these support axial parts are slidably and swingably fitted with slide slots of the casing which are provided along the optical axis, so that the flash discharge tube is arranged to be displaceable both in a direction of the optical axis of the flash light emission apparatus and at least in one direction in a plane perpendicular to the optical axis with respect to a relative position thereof to the concave mirror.

Abstract: A remote control battery powered lantern is disclosed which is comprised of a globe and a base. The base incorporates a radio frequency receiver responsive to a hand held radio frequency transmitter. The lantern may be operated in a remote control mode or an on mode. In the on mode the lantern remains illuminated until manually switched off and in the remote control mode the lantern is controlled by the hand held transmitter. To conserve battery life, the lantern includes a timer circuit to automatically shut off the lantern, in the remote control mode, after a predetermined amount of time as determined by the timer circuit.

Abstract: A badge arrangement comprises a badge (1) having an electrically actuated visual or audio indicator (7) and arranged to be worn by a user and a controller (2) remote from the badge (eg in the user's pocket) and operable by a user to actuate the indicator. The arrangement is intended to be used at a singles gathering, during which the wearer of the badge would operate his/her transmitter when facing a person with whom he/she wished to arrange a date and that person would then operate her/his transmitter in response if he/she were receptive to this idea.

Abstract: A light emitter at an umbrella head portion comprises a combining seat, an elastic switch, an light emitting element, a circuit board, a battery, and an elastic lampshade. The lower end of the combining seat is connected to the top of the main rib. The upper end of the combining seat is installed with a receiving chamber which receives the battery and the circuit board for providing power and a control circuit. A light emitting element is mounted above the circuit board, and at the outer ring of the elastic lampshade and the protruding ring at the outer periphery of the combining seat. As the elastic lampshade is pressed, the lampshade moves downwards so that the elastic switch of the lampshade transfers a current signal to the circuit board for actuating the control circuit to light up the light emitting element. If the elastic lampshade is further pressed, the light emitting element will be turned off.

Abstract: A light diffusion unit includes (a) a substrate formed with a first hole, (b) a case formed with a second hole and covering the substrate therewith, (c) a light source mounted on the substrate, (d) a light diffuser arranged in the second hole of the case for externally radiating a light emitted from the light source, and (e) a light guide arranged between the substrate and the light diffuser for introducing a light emitted from the light source, to the light diffuser, the light guide partially making close contact with the light diffuser and being partially arranged in the first hole of the substrate.

Abstract: A light emitting circuit assembly includes a battery holder holding a battery set and a light emitting element installed in the battery holder, wherein the light emitting element has a first lead-out leg extended in vertical direction and retained between the negative terminal of the battery set and the battery chamber, and a second lead-out leg extended in horizontal, which is forced into contact with the positive terminal of the battery set when the battery holder is forced upwards relative to the light emitting element to curve the first lead-out leg, or disconnected from the positive terminal of the battery set when the upward pressure is released from the battery holder.

Abstract: A decorative member includes a housing having a chamber for receiving a frame of a light device. A sleeve is secured on one end of the frame. A spring is secured in the sleeve, a light member is electrically coupled between the spring and the frame. A lid is secured on the sleeve and spaced from the spring for electrically contacting with the spring when the spring is vibrated, and for generating a twinkling light when the spring is intermittently contacted with the lid. The housing may be attached to various kinds of objects for generating twinkling lights for the objects.

Abstract: A glove permits a flashlight to be removably attached so that when a flashlight is secured to the glove its direction of illumination is in alignment with the direction of fire of a handgun held in a second hand of the user steadied by the first hand.

Abstract: Automotive internal lights have a molded housing defining an elongate recess and bus bars which integrally include lamp holders secured within the molded housing and adapted to hold a lamp therebetween. The lamp holders have a base exposed to irradiate heat from said lamp. Connector terminals and an earth terminal are secured within said molded housing. The bus bars also integrally have spaced-apart fixed contacts secured within the molded housing so as to establish respective surfaces flush with the housing but exposed to said elongate recess. A slide switch is moveable longitudinally within the recess between at least first and second positions, and carries a generally U-shaped movable contact member which is adapted to contact the exposed surfaces of the fixed contacts so as to turn the lamp held by the lamp holder on and off, respectively. The housing includes notches formed in the recess opposite to the exposed surfaces of the fixed contacts.

Abstract: A plurality of spaced ceiling mounted fixtures or other controllable electrical appliances have radiation detectors mounted within each fixture and wired internally of the fixture to a dimming circuit or to a ballast. The radiation detectors have sensitivity over a wide angle and have elongated plastic radiation conduction rods which extend to or beyond the plane of the lens of the fixture to be located free of shadow effects of reflections of the fixture lens. A flexible end light fiber optics can be used in place of the acrylic rods. A narrow beam radiation transmitter selectively illuminates one of the rods or end light fiber optics without illuminating the others. The dimming circuits or ballasts within the fixtures can be further controlled by external dimmers, occupancy sensors, timeclocks, photosensors and other types of input devices. The radiation detector and ballast can occupy a common housing and share the same power supply and circuit board.

Abstract: A dual security system (10) includes one or more motion activated floodlights (12) installed about a premises. Motion sensors (18) are also located about the property. When the system is “armed”, intruder or animal motion sensed by a motion sensor produces a sensor output which causes the floodlights to be turned “on” and illuminate the premises. An audible alarm (14) is wired in parallel with the floodlights so that when the floodlights are turned “on”, a buzzer (20) sounds. Preferably, while the floodlights may remain “on” for an extended period of time, the buzzer alarm is connected to a buzzer time delay (22) which shuts the audible alarm “off” after a predetermined period of time.

Abstract: A lantern, which is telescopic, floatable and waterproof, includes a base 1, a telescopic shade 2, a decorative cover 3, a top cover 4, a handle 5, a waterproof ring 6, a socket support 7, a spring 8, a connecting ring 9, characterized in that the telescopic structure of the telescopic shade 2 is such that it has vent hole 2-6, and spring 8, and the electric circuit switch is a contact switch so that when the telescopic shade 2 rises up to a level that the circuit on the socket support 7 contacts the underside of the upper cap of the base 1, the circuit is switched on and the lantern is lighted, and when the telescopic shade 2 is pressed downward and the socket support 7 is separated from the upper cap of the base 1, the lantern is turned off. The waterproof ring 6 is provided in the recess of the outside of the lower part of the telescopic shade 2 so that the lantern is telescopic, floatable and waterproof. The present lantern has a beautiful appearance, a compact structure and a wide use.

Abstract: A light module, including a battery, which is connected to one or two electrically conductive springs which support an LED at their outer end. The LED, when moved and lighted, provides an attractive moving light. Such module is useful in shoes where the movement of the walker moves the LED. The LED is especially effective when energized by a motion sensitive switch.

Abstract: A night-light adapted to illuminate a toilet bowl and located in the toilet's flush-handle. The light shuts off automatically and remains unobtrusive and clean during use. A semiconductor circuit built into the flush-handle extinguishes the light after a certain length of time. Powered by a lithium battery, the light will yield many hundreds of illuminations before battery replacement or whole-unit replacement become necessary. The device is substantially the same size and shape as conventional flush handles.

Abstract: A lamp with improved safety features, to avoid fire and burn hazards, includes an electrical circuit having a thermostat connected in series with the bulb of the lamp. The thermostat is mounted in close proximity to the lamp's bulb and, upon the ambient air temperature in the vicinity of the thermostat reaching a predetermined temperature, the thermostat effectively opens the electrical circuit, shutting the lamp off. Once power is turned off for a period of time, the thermostat resets and the lamp may be operated again. A protective guard is positioned over at least a portion of the bulb of the lamp to prevent accidental burning. Alternatively, the electrical circuit further includes a detector for sensing an object being placed within the lamp shade and generating a signal in response thereto. The detector is electrically connected to a switching device which terminates power to the lamp in response to the detector signal.

Abstract: This invention provides a means to selectively, by single finger pressure of one hand on the operating switch of a cordless battery operated hand tool, turn the illumination of the work area on when required by the operator of the tool, then, by further finger pressure on the operating switch, turn the tool motor on and/or turn the light source off, and by releasing finger pressure on the operating switch, turn both illumination and the tool motor off. Thus battery discharge is controlled by one-handed single finger pressure on the operating switch of the tool, and is automatically terminated when the tool is not in use, conserving battery charge. The gist of the invention is the adaptation of a “Make-Before-Break” switch to the operating switch of the tool, which is usually configured as a spring return trigger operated “On/Off” switch housed in a pistol style grip for hand tools.

Abstract: An illumination device includes a housing and a multi-position switch for selecting various modes of operation. A security block is mounted to the housing adjacent the switch. The security block may be attached to the housing in at least two different orientations. In a first orientation, the security block prevents the switch from being in a position corresponding to certain modes (e.g., those which create a high intensity light beam). When positioned in a second orientation, the security block is attached to the housing but permits the switch to be in other or all positions, thereby permitting various modes of operation.

Abstract: A lighting system includes a plurality of lighting units each having an element capable of illumination and an associated switch unit which can respond to a radio frequency signal to connect the element to or disconnect the element from a source of electrical energy. A one or more remote control switch units are operable to transmit control signals to control operation of the lighting units, each remote control switch unit being arranged to transmit radio frequency signals which include an identification portion for identifying those lighting units which are to respond to the transmitted signals.

Abstract: A lamp unit having an electromechanical ball including first and second electrically-conductive hemispheres separated by an insulator region, the ball being pop-fit insertable and removable anywhere along a guide track apparatus providing first and second oppositely-disposed conductor strips, the lamp unit being rotatable with respect to the conductor strips to provide on-off switching. The lamp unit-track combination provides the multiple capabilities of aiming and on-off switching, as well as lamp insertion and removal, while eliminating conventional fixturing.

Abstract: An electric-powered tool includes a handle for receiving batteries herein and a barrel with a driving shaft rotatably connected to the distal end of the barrel portion. The driving shaft is controlled by a switch which is electrically connected between the batteries and the driving shaft. An illuminating device includes two bulbs attached beside the driving shaft and the bulbs are electrically connected to the switch so that when turning on the switch, the bulbs light to illuminate the object to be worked with.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for mounting an electronic component to an electric motor starter comprises a mounting bracket and a locating bracket. The locating bracket releasably attaches to the mounting bracket and to the associated motor starter. The mounting bracket comprises light and switch mounting portions for releasably engaging the light and switch modules, respectively. A pair of snap-fit fasteners extend outwardly from the switch mounting portion for releasably engaging the switch module. The light mounting portion includes an aperture and pair of slots disposed therethrough for releasably receiving the socket and legs of the light module. A snap-fit fastener extends from the back side of the mounting bracket for releasably engaging the locating bracket.

Abstract: An improved light bulb holder structure includes a housing, a heat insulation layer, a main body, and a bottom cover. The main body is disposed inside the housing. The heat insulation layer is disposed between the housing and the main body. The bottom cover is fitted and fastened to a bottom portion of the housing. The main body includes a substrate plate and a connecting seat. The substrate plate includes a printed circuit board having a stepless switch and necessary electronic components thereof soldered thereon. Three upwardly extending upper terminals are soldered to an upper side of the circuit board to be secured with the connecting seat as an integral whole. Two downwardly extending lower terminals are provided on a lower side of the circuit board to connect to electrical wires of a power source. The improved light bulb holder has advantages of cost and material savings.

Abstract: A motor vehicle sun visor having a generally flat sun visor body usually of foamed plastic material, having an approximately rectangular peripheral contour. In one corner region of the sun visor body, a mounting housing is disposed in the body. The housing has a bore which extends approximately parallel to the upper longitudinal edge of the sun visor body. An end region of the sun visor support and mounting shaft is received in that bore. A plug-in opening to that bore intersects it at approximately a right angle. A plug disposed in the visor body is positioned to plug into the plug-in opening. Electrical wires supported on the sun visor shaft have external contact elements. Electric contacts on the plug are contactable with the contact elements on the sun visor shaft. The plug has electrically contactable elements away from the shaft. A microswitch on the visor includes contact pins which contact the contactable elements on the plug.

Abstract: A light (1) for vehicles having a switch (2) and a pivotably mounted window (25) for illumination whose pivoting causes operation of the switch (2), is characterized in that the switch (2) has a contact lever (4) mounted in a pivotable fashion about an axis of rotation (3), with the contact lever (4) having an operation arm (5) extending in a first direction away from the axis of rotation (3) as well as a contact arm (6) extending in a second direction away from the axis of rotation (3), wherein the operation arm (5) has an operation region (7) having a first separation with respect to the axis of rotation (3) and the contact arm (6) has a contact region (8) having a second separation with respect to the axis of rotation (3), wherein the second separation is larger than the first separation and, by means of a directed motion of the operation arm (5) in the operation region (7), the contact lever (4) pivots about the axis of rotation (3) and the contact region (8) moves in such a fashion as to operate the swit

Abstract: Light section 1 comprises a body case 8 accommodating batteries 5 and a lens cap 7 containing a light bulb 4 and detachably mounted at the bottom edge opening of the body case 8. Outer periphery of light section 1 is covered by an outer cylindrical section 2 provided with a switching operation projection 10a and a stopper spring 12 such as to allow free relative sliding movements. The light section 1 and the outer cylindrical section 2 are stored in the hollow space of a decorative section 3 which is fitted with the outer cylindrical section 2. When the decorative section 3 is lifted from the state of being mounted on an installation surface 11, the outer cylindrical section 2 rises. Concurrently, an illumination circuit for the light bulb 4 is closed by a lead spring 9 being inwardly pushed by the switching operation projection 10a.

Abstract: A system for illuminating the interior of a mailbox having a bottom wall, a side and arcuate top wall, a closed rear wall, an open front, and a door pivotally attached to the bottom wall for selectively closing the open front. The lighting system includes a light source positioned within the interior of the mailbox. The lighting system further includes a battery power source mounted within the mailbox. A light sensor is positioned within the mailbox for sensing the level of ambient light within the interior thereof. The lighting system includes an electromagnetic sensor that permits current from the power source to be transmitted to the light sensor upon an opening of the mailbox door. If the level of ambient light sensed by the light sensor is below a predetermined level, the light source is energized to illuminate the interior of the mailbox. Current to the light sensor and light source is interrupted upon a closing of the mailbox door.

Abstract: An arrangement for mounting a unit incorporating a lighting control motion switch therein to either a wall or to a ceiling. Disclosed is the mounting of a unit housing the lighting control motion switch to either a wall or ceiling through the intermediary of a novel clip-on mounting bracket, subsequent to securing the clip-on bracket to the wall or ceiling. In order to provide the novel mounting arrangement for readily mounting the entire unit to either a ceiling or to a wall, there is provided the clip-on bracket structure which includes an inverted U-shaped element adapted to be inserted through a recess formed in the back of the back housing portion and to pass upwardly through an aperture in the upper end of the recess into contact with the inner surface of the rear wall thereof.

Abstract: An indicating device fastenable using a fastening band includes a housing, a light source mount having a light source module secured at a front end of the housing; a rear cover fitted at a rear end of the housing; a reset spring secured in the housing using a spindle screw and a nut; a metallic movable shaft mount, the reset spring having an outer end positioned at a lower end of the movable shaft mount; an electrically conductive spring secured at a central portion at the other end of the movable shaft mount, and a rotary shaft mount having a lower end disposed in an annular groove at an outer side of the movable shaft mount. The rotary shaft mount is internally provided with a battery chamber adapted to receive two batteries, one end of the batteries pressing against the electrically conductive spring with the other end resting against a positive conductive plate of the light source module entering from a through hole in front.

Abstract: A visor with an illuminated vanity assembly comprising a base with a closable cover. A dimmer switch is provided on the base for controlling the light output of the illuminated vanity assembly. The dimmer switch comprises a slidable switch electrically coupling a light source contact and a resistor whereby the sliding of the switch relative to the resistor changes the resistance in the circuit to control the light output from the light source.

Abstract: An armband which provides a platform for both holding and directing a beam of light from a flashlight as well as protection from blows and knife attacks. The armband has a circular body which is slipped over the forearm of the user The armband provides mild compression of the forearm so that the armband does not readily slip off of the user. The armband is further tightened using at least one fastening strap which "cinches" the armband tighter onto the arm. In the preferred embodiment, two fastening straps are used, one above and one below the muscle bulge on the forearm. The flashlight is secured to the armband to direct the beam of light parallel to the forearm. Activation of the flashlight is by tapping a spring activator which engages the switch on the flashlight. To provide further protection, a shield is also incorporated into the armband. In the preferred embodiment the shield is removable from the armband, but, in other embodiments, the shield is embedded into the armband itself.

Abstract: A lighted display system includes a housing; a power supply member disposed on the housing; a shelf member adapted for positioning within the housing and having a substantially internal passage; at least one light member mounted to the shelf member; at least one contact member mounted to the shelf and positioned to contact the power supply when the shelf is positioned in the housing; and wiring disposed in the internal passage and electrically connecting the light member and the contact member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a collapsible lantern including a base adapted to house a power source, and a telescoping portion movable, relative to the base, between an extended position and a collapsed position. The telescoping portion includes a light source electrically connected to the power source. A switch electrically connected between the power source and the light source interrupts the electrical connection between the power source and the light source when the telescoping portion is in the collapsed position.

Abstract: A light fixture with an actuator retained switch particularly adapted for surface mounting to a variety of supporting surfaces, e.g., the interior of a recreational vehicle, includes a housing, lens and mounting structure for suspending the switch within the housing. The mounting structure consists of a pair of mutually spaced internal walls which contain slots adapted to receive the edges of the switch. The switch is positioned between the two internal walls such that the operating member of the switch is in position to readily engage the switch actuator. Engagement of the switch operator and actuator serves to lock them together and retain both upon the housing. To operate the switch, the user manipulates the actuator, which is locked to the operating member of the switch, by sliding the actuator from side-to-side.

Abstract: The present invention describes a compact flashlight comprising a power control means which provides a plurality of lighting functions. The flashlight includes: a case, a battery, a bezel or lens, a light module and a power control means. The power control means comprises an activator and an electrical controller. The light module incorporates a lamp. The power control means provides an activator for a user of the flashlight to energize the lamp to any intensity within a range of intensities the lamp will remain energized at a selected intensity without further effort of the user. The power control means additionally permits the user to momentarily energize the lamp and for the lamp to extinguish upon release of the rotary switch by the user. The activator includes a lockout means to prevent inadvertent activation of the flashlight. The activator further includes a seal means to prevent entrance of water into the flashlight.

Abstract: An electronic candle having a configuration to emulate that of a wax candle such as a wide cylinder votive candle. The electronic candle contains circuitry to cause emission of random light flickers when activated and a spring loaded two piece switch/timer element and candle housing to effect the activation for a predetermined period of time. Switching is adapted to be effected with position placement of the candle and relative movement between the switch timer element and the housing.

Abstract: A pull cord deflector is comprised of a plate, having a channel, that is positioned between a ceiling fan housing and a switch locking nut. An extension arm is hingedly attached to the plate. The notched end of the extension arm is dimensioned to terminate beyond the periphery of a light globe of the ceiling fan. One or more optional springs extend between the plate and the extension arm.

Abstract: A new LIGHTED BARBEQUE TOOL for ALLOWING A PERSON WHO IS GRILLING OUTDOORS TO SEE AT NIGHT. The inventive device includes a barbecue implement having an elongated handle portion and a food handling portion. A pressure activated light source is adapted for coupling with the elongated handle portion of the barbecue implement.

Abstract: A compact dimmable fluorescent lamp includes a dimming control ballast within a base which installs directly on an existing incandescent or other lighting fixture. The lamp mounts a fluorescent illumination element and includes an accessible dimmer control member connected to the dimming control ballast.In the preferred embodiment, a rotatable lamp globe both covers the fluorescent lamp and is coupled to the control element. The globe thus provides the dual functions of decoratively covering the fluorescent lamp tubes and serving as the dimmer control by rotating the globe to vary the amount of power that is supplied to the lamp. In other embodiments, a rotatable external annular ring extends substantially around the circumference of the lamp base and is connected to the dimming ballast control to serve as the dimmer control.

Abstract: A light assembly comprises a fixed mounting plate on which there is positioned a variable resistor, a rotatable member including an arm engaging the variable resistor and a lamp subassembly pivotally mounted to the rotatable member and keyed to the rotatable member such when the lamp subassembly is rotated in a plane generally parallel to a lens associated with the lamp subassembly, the rotatable member moves with respect to the fixed mounting plate, thereby varying the resistance, which is coupled in series with a lamp contained within the lamp subassembly for varying the intensity of the illumination therefrom. In a preferred embodiment also, the lamp subassembly includes a lens having a knob associated therewith such that the lamp subassembly can be tilted and rotated for directing and varying the intensity of the illumination therefrom.

Abstract: A control system is provided for use in conjunction with a lighting fixture which will provide additional safety by avoiding the risk of fire. The safety system provides a number of sensors which are capable of detecting the presence of objects in close proximity to the lighting element and appropriately switching power off when such objects are detected. The actual detection is accomplished by use of a plurality of infrared sensors which create an infrared shield around the bulb of the lighting fixture and insure no objects intrude upon the shielded space while the lighting system is in operation.

Abstract: A motion sensing, lighting and alarming system includes a mounting base, a motion sensor and alarm housing pivotally mounted to the mounting base for receiving motion sensor and audible alarm electronics therein, a first swivel assembly for engaging the housing to the mounting base, a pair of light holders pivotally mounted to a mounting base, each for receiving a light therein, and a pair of second swivel assemblies for engaging the light holders to the mounting base and allowing the light holders to swivel with respect the mounting base. The mounting base also establishes electrical and mechanical connections with a source of 120 V.A.C. electrical power.