Abstract: A remote control support tower having a support frame secured to a rotatable platform or adjustable height stand and an optical wave guide system wherein the optical wave guide system comprises at least one optical wave guide that receives remote control signals along one path and redirects or retransmits the signals along a second path in the direction of electronic equipment being controlled. The remote control support tower may also include a lamp fixture. In an alternative embodiment, the remote control tower includes a height adjustable stand, a bracket rotatably connected to the stand, a remote control holder unit rotatably mounted to the bracket and remote control clamp/clip for mounting the remote control to the holder.

Abstract: A worklight assembly used as a stand-alone unit and mountable on a tripod. A pair of worklight heads are mounted in side-by-side relation on a linearly extending base portion. A number of support feet extending outward from the base portion are secured to the base portion proximate the lateral ends of the base portion for supporting the worklight assembly as a stand-alone unit. A handle member is centrally disposed between the worklight heads and secured to the base portion so that a user can conveniently position the worklight on the tripod. A hole is provided at least through the base portion generally midway between the worklight heads for use in securing the base portion to the tripod. An electrical power junction is disposed on the worklight assembly for distributing electrical power to the worklight heads in multi-head embodiments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a kind of decorative light strings with combination tree, including a long trunk to be composed of many short pipes, the height of tree lamp can be adjustable by the number of the short pipe; base frame is to use a support surface to erect the base frame and has a center axis to support long trunk to stand up right straight; multiple branches connect with the long trunk; single or multiple set of light strings, composed of many lamp bulbs, lamp holders, electrical conductors and receptacles, to be fixed on the branches to establish tree light strings.

Abstract: An improved worklight case for carrying and storing a worklight such as a quartz halogen worklight having a protective grill protruding from the worklight face. The worklight may be stored in the case without disassembly of the worklight or removal of the protective grills. A tripod may also be included in the case. The case has a bottom portion including one or more bays, each of which is formed for receiving an individual worklight head with the protective grill in position on the worklight head. The bays are disposed in the bottom portion so that each worklight head rests in its own bay when the worklight is in position in the bottom portion. The various surfaces of the bottom portion are formed to allow space for the worklight base so that the worklight heads need not be disassembled from the base, but rather the worklight may be positioned in the bottom portion as a unit with each head in its own bay. Adequate space is left over for storing the tripod as well.

Abstract: An adjustable lighting system which is particularly applicable for efficiently and effectively lighting areas of limited ceiling height such as parking garages and the like. A lamp base is supported within a housing in a manner so that it may be vertically adjustable with respect to a lower reflector carried by the housing. An upper reflector, which is vertically adjustable with respect to both the lamp base and the housing, is selected to provide a desired pattern of lighting for a particular installation. Although the lighting system may be employed with a plurality of different lamps, use of an induction lamp is preferred, and when an induction lamp is used, the combination of it with a novel, upper reflector of combined curvature having a central frustoconical downward section, is particular advantageous and provides excellent uniform distribution of illumination.

Abstract: A lamp for use on a table or a floor comprises a base, an intermediate spacer coupled to the base and rotatable with respect thereto, a light source, and a shade disposed over and about the light source. The shade has a surface shaped to insinuate a lipstick and additionally has a partially translucent portion acting to diffuse light emanating from the lamp. The lamp operates such that rotation of the intermediate spacer causes the lamp shade to move along a linear axis. A method for adjusting the light pattern emanating from such a lamp further comprises energizing the light source, rotating the intermediate spacer, and moving the shade along the linear axis while maintaining the light source energized.

Abstract: A worklight assembly that may as a stand-alone unit mountable on a tripod. One embodiment includes a linearly extending support member for the heads and a number of support feet extending outward from the support member for supporting the worklight assembly as a stand-alone unit. A mounting mechanism is captured on the worklight assembly so as to be retained with the assembly when used as a stand-alone unit and is nevertheless ready for attachment to the elevating support structure. The mechanism is disposed to avoid interference with the work surface when the assembly is positioned directly on the work surface. The mounting mechanism enables one-step mounting and demounting of the assembly from a tripod. An electrical power junction is disposed on the worklight assembly for distributing electrical power to the worklight heads in multi-head embodiments.

Abstract: A light for use with computers containing light emitting diodes, which may be directional, on one or more movable supports which is powered via the computer's USB or IEEE 1394 port. An auxiliary USB or IEEE 1394 port may be combined with the plug-in light to allow for additional devices to be connected through the same port powering the light.

Abstract: A lighting structure includes a wire collector, a lamp head, a base and a balancing device. The wire collector includes a first supporting rod and a second supporting rod which are respectively integrally formed. The balancing device includes a first hinge, a first cord, a first elastic element, a second hinge, a second cord and a second elastic element. The first and second hinges respectively drive the first and second cords to tense or release the first and second elastic elements, while the first and second elastic elements hold the first and second supporting rods. A channel is formed on each of the first and second supporting rods for receiving a power line.

Abstract: An adjustable utility light for suspension from an object has a nominal width and lateral edges, and both an elongate hollow member with opposing open ends and an axis. A pair of generally elongate gripping members is also present, each with a free gripping end and a hollow member engaging end. The gripping members are slidably and rotatably mounted with regard to associated open ends of the hollow member so as to be able to change the axial distance between the gripping members. An elongate biasing member extends through the hollow member and is attached at opposite ends to the gripping member. The biasing member is generally under tension so as to urge the gripping members towards each other, minimizing the distance between them. It is stretchable upon separation along the axis of the gripping members against its own biasing forces. An elongate lamp is provided with an axial length generally equal to the nominal width of the hollow member.

Abstract: An electric lighting device which simulates the look of a wax candle. The device includes a body formed of relatively high melting temperature candle wax. A longitudinal channel runs between a top portion and a bottom portion of the body. In the bottom portion radial channels provided between the longitudinal channel and the circumferentional surface of the body. These channels provide ventilation to the candle body when the lighting device is in operation. A fix unit is also provided which has openings adapted to a line with the channels in the body so that air circulation is maintained when the candle body is placed in the base unit.

Abstract: A portable outdoor lighting fixture which includes a base with a post extending vertically therefrom with a telescoping tube therein with a compression nut to lock the tube at the desired height, with a flexible arm connecting the tube to a switchable shade assembly, and a low voltage transformer connected to a source of electrical energy and to a supply wire connected to a terminal block on the underside of the base of the fixture, and a wire connecting the terminal block to a switchable shade assembly.

Abstract: The inserting conductive connection device of a lamp rod includes a pair of upper lamp rod and a lower lamp rod, an inner walls of the upper lamp rod and lower lamp rod are formed with a first threaded section and a second threaded section, respectively; a connecting seat assembled to a top of the lower lamp rod. The connecting seat includes a large annular surface and a small annular surface; a conductive seat assembled to a bottom of the upper lamp rod. In assembly, an annular cork and a positioning ring are locked to an interior of the upper lamp rod and lower lamp rod, respectively, for positioning the lamp rod. Since the positioning ring is not directly locked to the upper lamp rod; when the positioning ring is locked by hand tool, the insertion of the receptacle and plug will not be affected.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system for lighting includes one or more moveable bases, one or more lighting arrays, and one or more extendable poles. The base, pole, and array are designed to allow elevation of the array to heights exceeding 35′, yet the combination is transportable by conventional over-the-road trucks. In one form, a plurality of bases, poles, and arrays are designed to fit on a conventional over-the-road trailer for transport on one trailer to a lighting location.

Abstract: A system for defining a plurality of work zones within an otherwise open area. The system includes a framework formed from a plurality of spaced apart poles extending upward from a base surface. The poles are interconnected by a plurality of crossbeams at a height substantially above a standing user. At least some of the poles are adapted to provide a raceway for the delivery of utilities. The system also includes a height-adjustable light fixture connected to the crossbeams. The light fixture extends outward from the crossbeams and is capable of projecting a light beam directly downward on the work zone of a user.

Abstract: A wireless quick release lighting system with portable tripod support powered by either disposable or rechargeable batteries. The tripod is easily collapsed and stored with the light, mounts and accessories and includes a quick release connection for attaching brackets that support a plurality of accessories which include various light designs, gun support, gun mount, window mount, and magnetic mount. The tripod includes reflectors attached to the legs, and lighting accessories attachable to one or more of the tripod legs. The light designs may include flashing or blinking emergency lights and/or strobes for emergency scene use, utility lights, spotlights, flashing spotlight, text and warning lights. The accessories attachable to the mounting brackets include gun barrel support and gun mount for hunting purposes law enforcement, military, in combination with a binocular support, night vision scope or spotting scope mount and light for target practice.

Abstract: A supporting frame for work light, used in work light installation, comprising a set of extension rods, a fixating mechanism and a supporting frame; the supporting frame is pivotally jointed to the extension rods, whereon the fixating mechanism is used for fixating the state of extension; the fixating mechanism, installed at the junction of the extension rod, includes a notched main body and a movable rod; the movable rod is to be operated with single action, so as to control the state of tightness or looseness of the fixating mechanism, and further fastens the fixating mechanism or release the state of extension of the extension rod.

Abstract: A portable outdoor lighting fixture which includes a base with a post extending vertically therefrom with a telescoping tube therein with a compression nut to lock the tube at the desired height, with a flexible arm connecting the tube to a switchable shade assembly, and a low voltage transformer connected to a source of electrical energy and to a supply wire connected to a terminal block on the underside of the base of the fixture, and a wire connecting the terminal block to a switchable shade assembly.

Abstract: A low voltage LED interior lamp for residential and commercial lighting, includes a plurality of high lumen bright white LED lights incorporated within the lamps, a light color diffusion panel and a household current to low voltage DC converter providing power to the lamp to convert the AC current to low voltage DC current, reducing power required to provide illumination for the resident or commercial application without requiring replacement of the LED lights.

Abstract: A multi-adjustable clamp work light comprising an elongated hollow grip handle, a light housing pivotally mounted to one end of the grip handle, an adjustable clamp member, and a two-way adjustable joint disposed between the clamp member and the grip handle. An optional hook may also be provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for connecting the plug-in base (5) of a side-mounting luminaire to a carrier tube (3), in particular to the tube (3) of a luminaire mast, it being possible for the plug-in base (5) of the side-mounting luminaire to be connected to the carrier tube (3) and to be fixed to the carrier tube (3) by means of a securing element (15) which can be inserted into the side-mounting luminaire from the outside inward, and it being possible for the securing element (15) to be pressed against an abutment which effects clamping. The securing element (15) cooperates with a clamping device (10) which, when the securing element (15) is inserted into the tube interior (12), converts the clamping force directed away from said element into the tube interior (12) into a clamping force directed outward from the tube interior (12), the clamping device (10) pressing a clamping member (11b) against the inner wall (17) of the carrier tube (3), which wall acts as the abutment (16).

Abstract: A work light stand, with light installed thereon, comprises an adjustable lever, with its length fixable by a fastening device; and supporting legs, hinged to said adjustable lever and maintaining said work light stand in the upright standing position. The fastening device is of a notched ring structure, where a body core pierces across the notch; and a working lever, hinged to one end of the body core, can be tightened in the notch to tighten or loosen the fastener which in turn fastens or releases between the first lever and the second lever.

Abstract: A connecting element of a multi-sectional lamp tube comprises a locking ring, a mounting joint, a threaded tube, and a fixing ring. The locking ring has a hollow bottom end and a though hole. Two sides of the through hole of the locking ring are installed with respective slots. A stopper is formed at a side of the through hole. Each of the two sides of the top ring has the buckling blocks. The buckling blocks pass through the slots of the locking ring. Then, the mounting joint is rotated and is gradually tightened against a ramp surfaces of the locking ring so as to resist against the stopper. An upper lamp tube is welded at an outer periphery of an assembled locking ring and a lower map tube is welded at an outer periphery of the fixing ring.

Abstract: A utility flood light having a cone-shaped lamp housing, a magnetic base, and a handle interconnecting the base and the lamp housing. The housing is positioned and locked in a selected angular orientation with respect to the handle with a gear locking mechanism. A lamp is secured in the housing and is powered through an electrical cord coupled to a power source.

Abstract: An illumination device used in a compact disk receiving frame is disclosed. The illumination device includes a body. An electric wire is installed within the body. Another end of the electric wire is connected to a pressable switch. Each of two sides of the pressable switch is installed with a telescopic rod. A plate is installed between the two rod bodies. The plate serves, to prevent a short circuit due to contact of the two rod bodies. One end of each of die two rod bodies is connected to a lampshade. A bulb is installed in the lampshade. Thus, this illumination device is placed in the CD receiving frame to achieve the effect of illumination. Moreover, the user may read the data in the compact disks within the CD receiving frame conveniently.

Abstract: A portable work light that comprises a light base and a work light; a power switch is installed on said light base or the handle of said work light and the power cord of the work light forms a closed circuit with the power switch, so that when a user holds this portable work light with a single hand, its fingers can also operate the switch to control the power supply to the work light for easy operation.

Abstract: The invention herein relates to a lamp body structure in good appearance and for aiding the vision, more specifically a lamp body structure using a convex lens added to the upper portion on the outer rim of the lamp seat shell with innovative and electricity-saving arc light bulb installed inside the lamp seat shell as the main operation bodies; the structure of the lamp seat adapting to the variation of the lamp bracket is not only in good appearance, but also is capable of changing the lamp bracket structure according to the need of aiding the user's vision; when in use, the user views from the upper portion of the convex lens for directly observing the object being used and placed under the light bulb to increase the user's convenience so as to overcome the shortcomings of heating or being too bright caused by the prior light source.

Abstract: A DIY assembly lamp structure having a two-section lamp pipe consisting with upper and lower pipe bodies, upper and lower blocks fitted onto the upper and lower pipe bodies, respectively, and four support members that are appropriately contoured by bending. Each support member has a vertical affixing portion that is fastened to the sides of the positioning blocks. The upper pipe body has a brackets disposed vertically and extending upward from its top end with a carrier hole formed in each bracket. A fronting portion having a fastening hole is formed vertically and downward from each of the lateral edges of the cross-shaped positioning blocks for fastening of the vertically disposed, frame member affixing portions to the positioning block fronting portions.

Abstract: A DIY assembly lamp structure comprised of a two-section lamp pipe consisting of an upper and lower pipe body, an upper and lower positioning block fitted onto the upper and lower pipe body, respectively, and four support members that are appropriately contoured by bending and, furthermore, with each having an vertical affixing portion that is fastened to the sides of the positioning blocks. The upper pipe body of the lamp pipe has a brackets disposed vertically and extending upward from its top end, a carrier hole is formed in each bracket and, furthermore, tightly fitted into the bracket carrier holes is an annular-shaped brace rod capable of supporting the lamp shade, the annular-shaped brace rod providing for the placement and positioning of the center ring of the lamp shade.

Abstract: An adjustable desk lamp preferably includes a base, light ballast, adjustable height support, at least one support tube, and at least one support band. The adjustable height support extends from a top of the base. One end of the at least one support tube is attached to the base and the other end is attached to the light ballast. One end of the at least one support band is attached to the base and the other end is also attached to the light ballast. The at least one support band is supported by an end of the adjustable height support. The light ballast preferably includes a base ring, rotary guide, rotary light support, and ballast assembly. The rotary light support is attached to the rotary guide and rotably constrained by the base ring. The ballast assembly is pivotally retained by the rotary guide and the rotary light support. A light bulb is retained in the ballast assembly. The height of the light ballast relative to a desk surface may be adjusted by raising or lowering the adjustable height support.

Abstract: A lighting device, in particular a standard lamp, having a stand, an upright, a shade, and lamp-holder means located inside the shade; the upright supporting the lamp-holder means and the shade; the shade having a through opening defined by opposite facing lateral walls, and through which the upright is inserted; and the lamp-holder means including a sleeve, to which the shade is connected integrally, and which is fitted to the upright to rotate about an axis of rotation perpendicular to the facing lateral walls of the opening in the shade, so that the shade may selectively assume at least three positions forming different angles with the upright.

Abstract: A work light stand, with light installed thereon, comprises an adjustable lever, with its length fixable by a fastening device; and supporting legs, hinged to said adjustable lever and maintaining said work light stand in the upright standing position. The fastening device is of a notched ring structure, where a body core pierces across the notch; and a working lever, hinged to one end of the body core, can be tightened in the notch to tighten or loosen the fastener which in turn fastens or releases between the first lever and the second lever.

Abstract: An overhead lamp includes a base, a support post assembly, a bowl-shaped lamp shade, and a lamp unit. The support post assembly has an upper end, and a lower end that is fixed on the base. The bowl-shaped lamp shade includes an annular opaque peripheral shade member that is attached to the upper end of the support post assembly and that has an inner periphery and an outer periphery, and a light-permeable central shade member. The central shade member has an outer periphery that is attached to the inner periphery of the peripheral shade member. The outer periphery of the peripheral shade member defines an upper end opening of the lamp shade. The lamp unit is disposed within the lamp shade, and can illuminate surroundings of the overhead lamp via the upper end opening and the central shade member of the shade upon activation.

Abstract: A floor/table arm adjustable lighting fixture which illuminates each edge of the table, essentially comprised of a floor arm post, one end of the arm post is provided with sections at right angle to each other to be connected in sequence to a first tube, a second tube and a shade holding pipe; a primary light source is connected to said shale holding pipe; a pair of levers respectively extending from the outer circumference of said first and second tubes are alternatively arranged at a spacing of approximately 90 degrees; an extension lever of proper length is inserted to each of said levers, and a secondary light source is suspended from each of said extension lever for a proper length closer to each edge of the table.

Abstract: An electrically powered lantern is provided with a handle device (26) comprising three handle elements (28, 34, 36) movable relative to one another between a first position in which said elements provide a handle proper for holding by a user of the lantern and a second position in which said elements provide a tripod support by which the lantern may be supported on a surface.

Abstract: A table lamp display system secures a lamp on a tilted shelf or block for display purposes. A coupler is attached to the stub end of a center tube of the lamp. A hollow tube extension of suitable length is inserted through a slot of the shelf or block and is secured to the coupling to secure the lamp to the shelf or block. In another arrangement the lamp is secured to a configured hook that is attached to the shelf.

Abstract: A portable worklight having at least two base sections that are operable between open and closed positions. The base sections are pivotally connected and when in a closed position, the base sections nest together. When in an open position, the base sections support said worklight in an upright position by providing opposingly located support sections.

Abstract: A lighted mirror assembly for hands-free viewing of the back and sides of the head while cutting or styling hair. The lighted mirror assembly includes a base, a pole extending from the base, a mirror assembly with a plurality of mirrors, and a plurality of light assemblies.

Abstract: A portable vanity having an inverted U-shaped light bar frame with two spaced upright side light bars and a top horizontal light bar bridging and respectively hingedly connected at opposite ends to upper ends of the side light bars whereby the side bars hinge inwardly toward each other. The two side light bars and the top light bar are each comprised of two end to end light bar segment hinged together between segments whereby each segmented light bar folds inwardly at their segment hinge toward the inside of the U-shaped frame such that the frame collapses with the bar segments sequentially adjacent each other in parallel alignment. A securing mechanism is provided for securing the light bar segment hinge connections from hinge movement when the frame is fully assembled in its open position in its inverted U-shaped configuration. The light bar segments include electric light bulb sockets wired for energization of electric bulbs to be inserted in the sockets.

Abstract: A vehicle warning lamp is provided for removable attachment to a vehicle through use of a standard trailer hitch coupling. The warning lamp is mounted at the distal end of a vertical post which telescopes between an extended position wherein the lamp is elevated, to provide enhanced visibility in all directions, and a lowered or storage position. The lowered position enables the lamp to remain on the vehicle in the lowered position so that the vehicle can be moved into areas of restricted height, such as a parking garage, and under other obstructions which the lamp might otherwise come into contact with when extended to its uppermost position. The base of the vertical post is equipped with a hook or retainer which is engageable by a chain, cable or other such force-exerting device so that an extricating force can be applied to the vehicle through the auxiliary lamp in the event it becomes necessary to assist the attached vehicle in being extricated from such things as mud, sand or snowbanks.

Abstract: A floor lamp having a base with two sides that intersect in a ninety-degree angle for flush insertion in the corner of a room. A post or other vertical structure is attached to the base with a support device that supports a light fixture above the floor in the open space of the corner. In an alternative embodiment, a post or multiple posts or other support structure is fixed to the base and supports a light fixture flush with the walls of the corner of a room. A room can be illuminated with light diffusely reflected from a ceiling, as well as light radiated directly from the lamp.

Abstract: A table lamp display system secures a lamp on a tilted shelf or block for display purposes. A coupler is attached to the stub end of a center tube of the lamp. A hollow tube extension of suitable length is inserted through a slot of the shelf or block and is secured to the coupling to secure the lamp to the shelf or block. In another arrangement the lamp is secured to a configured hook that is attached to the shelf.

Abstract: A lamp that is arranged for unlimited adjustment of the light fixture. A sleeve fitted to a support member is rotatable to provide rotational adjustment of an attached fixture. A bracket is pivotally mounted to the sleeve which supports the fixture. The fixture is also pivotally movable relative to the bracket. The mounting arrangement provides for unlimited adjustment of the light fixture to direct the light emanating from the fixture.

Abstract: An improved bathroom-use mirror lamp having a mirror lamp and gimbal frame that are capable of a flexible range of angular adjustment. A gimbal frame is situated on the upper extent of the lower base, and a mirror lamp is mounted to the gimbal frame, with the gimbal frame containing internally routed electrical wiring. The electrical wiring of the mirror lamp is routed from the interior section of the mirror lamp through the two lateral arms of the gimbal frame and extended out at the bottom end of the lower base. The gimbal frame and mirror lamp each have a laterally disposed semicircular shaped recess at a connection section with a position limiting ball bearing in each. When the mirror lamp is rotated 180 degrees, the position limiting ball bearings become restricted against two edges of the insertion conjointment slots, causing the mirror lamp to become incapable of further rotation and preventing the twisting of the electrical wiring.

Abstract: A durable pivotal connecting device for a table lamp between a base and a supporting post of the lamp having a lampshade and a lamp pipe, the supporting post is connected to a rotation seat located in the base and is pivotably assembled with the durable pivotal connecting device for rotation adjustment of the supporting post; the connecting device includes two sets of curved spring leaves, two connecting rods, a transverse bar and an adjusting bolt. The spring leaves are arciform and symmetrically arranged, and each includes a connecting end and is split to form a slit, a positioning end and an adjustment end; screws are used to lock the connecting ends and the positioning ends of the spring leaves onto the inner wall of the base to pivotably mount the rotation seat; the adjustment ends are connected to the connecting rods and the transverse bar to make association of the two sets of spring leaves.

Abstract: An adjustable lamp includes a base, a pole, a cantilever member, a light bulb assembly, and a lamp shade. The pole is attached to the base. A pole opening is formed through substantially a first end of the cantilever member which is sized to slidably receive the pole. An assembly opening is preferably formed at a second end of the cantilever member for attaching the light bulb assembly to the cantilever member. The light bulb assembly preferably includes a light bulb socket, a light bulb, a spacer, and an electrical cord. The bottom of the light bulb socket is inserted through the spacer. A bottom of the light bulb socket is inserted through the assembly opening and fastened to the cantilever member. The light bulb is screwed into the light bulb socket. A lamp shade is attached to the adjustable lamp. The position of the light bulb is adjusted by lifting up the cantilever member, sliding the cantilever member to a desired position, and finally lowering thereof.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for converting a hollow receptacle into an electric lamp are disclosed. The receptacle may be converted into a lamp on its own, or may be further filled with an artificial or live plant. In a preferred embodiment, the lamp fixture of the present invention comprises a central section a plurality of resilient spokes extending from the central section in a lamp apparatus connected to the base. The base is inserted into the receptacle and the spokes engage one or more wall portions of the receptacle in order to secure the base. Preferably, additional wall bands are supplied in order to enhance the frictional engagement of the spokes with the receptacle.

Abstract: A dual purpose light that may be configured as both a floor-type worklight and as an elevated stand light. The present invention provides a light stand which has a threaded post on its terminal end that is adapted to receive a light housing having a pair of pivotal support legs. When the leg are in an open position, they support the light housing on a support surface in a non-elevated position. When in a closed position, the legs are co-extensively arranged with a common aperture that accepts the thread post on the stand for affixing the light housing to the stand for use in an elevated position.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a plumb-bob device for vertical pointing operation with a beam-casting housing supported vertically by a plurality of legs via a gyroscope mechanism. The device has a reduced size, so that it can be handled quickly and conveniently on a construction cite. The legs are mounted for expansion and contraction in and around an upper end portion via the gyroscope mechanism on and around an upper end portion of the housing. The legs each have an inner surface complementary to the outer periphery of the housing. The device thus can assume a shape just like a long pencil when the legs are contracted. For vertical pointing operation, the housing is held vertically by the legs in an expanded state. The device can be used as an inverted plumb-bob device and also as a pointer by mounting a retaining member, which has a string, on lower end portions of the legs in the contracted state thereof.

Abstract: A directional lighting fixture connected to a power source for illuminating an area. The lighting fixture includes a housing having a top side for receiving a light bulb, the light bulb extending therefrom and a canopy including a tubular member having a cavity cut therein and a rim extending around a top side of the tubular member and positioned above the cavity. A device is provided for adjustably securing the canopy to the top side of the housing. When the canopy is secured to the top side of the housing the light bulb is positioned at least partially within the cavity for producing a light beam able to pass through the cavity and out of the canopy for illuminating the desired area, a width of the light beam is dependent on the height at which the canopy is secured to the housing.