Abstract: A quick release illuminating and display apparatus and system for vehicles and structures to provide lighting and illumination effects and to display data or other information on a display screen. The apparatus and system includes a removable housing assembly with illumination sources, a power source and an optional display screen to provide lighting to accent a vehicle or structure and to display data, pictures or other information. The apparatus and system includes a quick release mechanism with a biasing cam operably connected to a number of biased lock shafts. The controlled movement of the biasing cam operates so as to quickly lock or unlock the housing assembly onto or off of the support structure. The apparatus and system has enhanced lighting and display effects by the use of optional ball bearings, a cap to exhibit team or manufacturer logos, the use of LED lights secured to directional nipples, a display screen, a USB port, computer memory, a control switch, remote control operation and solar power.

Abstract: A bi-color illuminated wheel emblem includes a rotating part that rotates together with the wheel, a stationary part that remains stationary when the automobile is moving, a bi-color illuminated display that is attached to the stationary part and an electric power supply. The rotating part comprises a mounting device that mounts the emblem to the wheel and a shaft that holds the stationary part rotatably. The stationary part comprises a hollow shell that is held by the shaft and a weight that is attached to the shell. The bi-color illuminated display comprises a metal look layer, illuminating elements and a light diffusion layer that diffuses light from the illuminating elements. The electric power supply comprises a stator that is attached to the stationary part and a rotor that is attached to the rotating part.

Abstract: A multi-purpose visual signaling device, particularly for road emergency warning and in low visibility conditions, includes light-emitting means for generating a light beam and means for supplying power to the light-emitting means. The light-emitting means include at least one laser projector adapted to project images over a substantially flat surface for such images to be visible from a relatively long distance. The light-emitting means and the power supply means are mounted onto a stationary support structure, which may include a front warning triangle-defining portion. The laser projector comprises at least one laser diode and optical and/or electronic means for generating images in space or over a substantially flat surface. The optical and/or electronic means comprise a diffractive lens. Images include monochromatic, polychromatic and/or holographic images, possibly of variable configuration, and preferably form a triangular design.

Abstract: An illuminating device installed on a truck's wheels includes a hubcap having a positioning base and at least one fixing base. The positioning base is provided with a chamber and two notches formed in its one side wall. The fixing base has a recess, a through hole bored in the recess to communicate with an outside of the hubcap, and two recessed slot. A generator is fixed at an inside center of the hubcap, provided with two conducting blades extending into the chamber of the positioning base. At least a light is fitted in the through hole of the hubcap and connected with the conducting blades by conducting lines. By means of rotation or vibration of the wheels, the generator can create electromotive force to supply the light with power to make rotary brilliant brightness so as to achieve a warning effect for traffic security.

Abstract: A light which is attached to at least a pair of spokes on a bike wheel by a clip which snaps onto a housing to trap the spokes therebetween.

Abstract: A system for illuminating a motor vehicle wheel assembly of a motor vehicle is provided, the system including a mount configured to be fixed to the wheel assembly, a plurality of lights fixed to the mount, a control circuit coupled to the plurality of lights to regulate a flow of electricity to the plurality of lights; and a power source coupled to the control circuit to provide said control circuit with electrical power for the lights, wherein the power source includes an electrical energy generating element as well as an electrical energy storing element.

Abstract: A telescoping automobile wheel illuminating device having one end for attachment within a wheel well and an opposite end having a light source, wherein the device can be activated to extend the light source out of the wheel well to illuminate a tire rim and retract the light source back into the wheel well when not in use.

Abstract: A hubcap fixing structure includes a main body having its front side provided with a recessed surface that has a through hole in its center, a plurality of studs at its rear side, a decorative plate positioned thereon and a transparent cover covered thereon. A counter weight block is assembled in the main body. A luminous unit positioned in the main body consists of a micro-generator, a connecting plate and a circuit board that is provided with at least one LED. The connecting plate and the circuit board are connected together and secured with the main body. A base connected with the luminous unit has a central hole for receiving the micro-generator and a plurality of engage blocks protruded at its underside with their inner walls engaged with a spring ring. So this structure is quick and stable in assembly, preventing patterns on the decorative plate from fading and exfoliating.

Abstract: The apparatus of the present invention is a customized non-rotatable decorative displaying image mechanism wheel assembly. The wheel assembly comprises a wheel mount supportable by of the wheel of a vehicle. A protective cover is affixed to the wheel mount to form a housing with an interior cavity therein. The display holder can be transparent or translucent with any image, logo, emblem, insignia or hologram covering affixed thereto. A display holder and member is positioned behind the protective covering within the cavity of the housing. The display holder is bolted with predefined weighted members and ball bearings such that the display holder and member remain stationary during within the interior cavity as the vehicle's wheel turns. Alternatively, predefined weighted members may not be used for certain design, since shaft members may stabilize image. The display member can be illuminated by a light source which is powered by an electromechanical power source utilizing the Faraday Effect.

Abstract: A quick release illuminating and display apparatus and system for vehicles and structures to provide lighting and illumination effects and to display data or other information on a display screen. The apparatus and system includes a removable housing assembly with illumination sources, a power source and an optional display screen to provide lighting to accent a vehicle or structure and to display data, pictures or other information. The apparatus and system includes a quick release mechanism with a biasing cam operably connected to a number of biased lock shafts. The controlled movement of the biasing cam operates so as to quickly lock or unlock the housing assembly onto or off of the support structure. The apparatus and system has enhanced lighting and display effects by the use of optional ball bearings, a cap to exhibit team or manufacturer logos, the use of LED lights secured to directional nipples, a display screen, a USB port, computer memory, a control switch, remote control operation and solar power.

Abstract: A video display made by light emitting diodes (LEDS), liquid crystal displays (LCD) or digital light processing displays (DLP) is mounted on the specialty hubcap. The video display is maintained in an up down position as the automobile moves. The device is cooled with vanes, thermoelectric cooler, or radiator plate. The device is powered by wheel generators or from the car battery. Manual or electronic controls manage the video sources which can be VCR, DVD, or ordinary video TV as well as a computer video source.

Abstract: Various phosphorescence charging systems are provided for charging a phosphorescent wheel. The wheel is attached to the frame of a vehicle with nighttime or low light operation capability. The phosphorescence charging system directs electromagnetic radiation, such as ultraviolet light, onto phosphorescent portions of the wheel so as to cause subsequent phosphorescent emission therefrom.

Abstract: An automotive light assembly produces numerous beam patterns meeting automotive requirements through the reduction of light scatter and collection and redirection in efficiencies. A light source projects light laterally, which is collected by a light conducting body having a hub and a plurality of fingers extending from the hub. By using a plurality of small individual fingers, large and bulky light pipes are eliminated and the light collection and redirection efficiency is improved.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel lighting system powered by the sun including light emitting devices attached to the front of a wheel in an aesthetic array. The light emitting devices are powered by rechargeable batteries that are recharged by solar panels. The light emitting devices are activated by light sensors that sense ambient light for automatically energizing the light emitting devices in darkness. In addition to the vehicle lighting system's aesthetics, it also provides automatic lighting for the vehicle, which from the safety standpoint is beneficial when a vehicle is parked or stopped or moving.

Abstract: A monitor display carried by a vehicle. The monitor display is mounted proximate a rim of a corresponding motive wheel of a vehicle. A rim of the motive wheel has a surface which is contoured to substantially conform to an inner surface of the monitor display. The monitor display is rigidly maintained in a non-rotating fashion.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide methods and apparatuses for illuminating the surface of a wheel with one or more light source assemblies positioned within the rotating reference frame of the wheel. The amount of light from the light source assemblies reflected from the wheel surface is greater than the amount of light, from the light source assemblies, that is directed away from the wheel surface. The light source assemblies may include a shield to reduce the amount of light that is directed away from the wheel surface. The light source assemblies may include various light-directing devices to direct light toward the wheel surface and to help reduce the amount of light from the light source assemblies, that is directed away from the wheel surface. The surface of the wheel may be modified to help direct the light, reflected from the wheel surface, to a specified observation region.

Abstract: A lighting assembly 10 which is adapted to be operatively placed within a portion or rim of a wheel, such as rims 802, 804, and which selectively generates light signals 800 or which is adapted to be integrally and operatively placed within a rim of a wheel, such as rims 802, 804.

Abstract: A first light-emitting unit (11a), a second light-emitting unit (11b), . . . are disposed near a tip vicinity of a spinner cover (1) of a propeller (2). The first light-emitting unit (11a) embraces a first bulk-shaped lens of bullet-like, and a semiconductor light-emitting element is installed in a cavity of the first bulk-shaped lens. The second light-emitting unit (11b) embraces a second bulk-shaped lens of bullet-like, and a semiconductor light-emitting element installed in a cavity of the second bulk-shaped lens. The first light-emitting unit (11a) and the second light-emitting unit (11b) are formed so as to be able to attach to and detach from the spinner cover (1) as an attachment (4) for bird strike protection.

Abstract: A lighting fixture apparatus includes a frame portion, a louver portion and a diffuser lens. The louver portion includes a baffle system for passing unobstructed at least a portion of the light impinging thereon. The diffuser lens includes a surface for diffusing light rays. At least one directional lighting apparatus comprised of LED strips is attached to and supported by the frame portion. The LED strips are disposed between the louver portion and the diffuser portion. The LED assembly includes a rigid strip having a first end and a second end opposite the first end portion, and a first surface and a second surface opposite the second surface. A first rotary support member and a second rotary support member are connected to the strip portion at respective first and second ends. A plurality of electrical lighting elements are mounted on the first surface and are configured in at least one electrical circuit.

Abstract: Rotation of a wheel assembly having phosphorescent pigments of differing visages creates a visual effect, such as a flashing or strobing appearance, not seen while the wheel is stationary. The arrangement of multiple visages of phosphorescent pigment may be within a single band or other shape or multiple bands or shapes on the same wheel assembly. This effect is created by varying the color, tone, color saturation, and/or pigment brightness of the phosphorescent material, along the side(s) of the wheel assembly. While the phosphorescent material is charged and glowing, and the wheel assembly rotates, the different visages will appear to the human eye to visually overlap. With this effect, the wheel assembly is given a strobing, flashing, or vibrating appearance. Other approaches, including different colors of phosphorescent material on the front and rear wheels, are also disclosed for enhancing visibility.

Abstract: A light display device for a vehicle wheel includes an array of lighting elements (e.g., LEDs) and a microprocessor controlled circuit configured to selectively illuminate the lighting elements according to pre-stored lighting data to create perceptible alphanumeric characters and/or graphical images while the wheel rotates and for a determined time period thereafter. One or more sensors determine if the wheel is rotating, the rotational speed and whether daylight is present to illuminate the lighting elements on when the wheel is rotating in darkness. The device is configured for mounting to a rim such that the with the array of lighting elements being mounted to the backside of the rim positioned proximate to openings in the rim.

Abstract: An automatic light emitting structure for an axle is primarily composed of a housing, a light emitting circuit board, a small generator, and a counter weight. Upon installing the structures on the axle end, when the axle rotates, by a reaction of centrifugal force of the counter weight, a coil part of small generator will rotate at a high speed relative to a magnetic pole part to generate electricity, so as to illuminate an LED on the light emitting circuit board, thereby achieving a decoration effect of flashing without a battery or wiring.

Abstract: An illuminated tire rim apparatus includes a hub that has a central aperture therein for receiving a free end of an axle of a vehicle. The hub has a plurality of bolt receiving openings therein positioned between the aperture and an outer edge of the hub. A plurality of spokes is attached to the outer edge of the hub and radially extends outwardly therefrom. Each of the spokes is comprised of a substantially translucent material and each of the spokes has an outer end. A rim has a generally cylindrical shape and has an inner surface and an outer surface. Each of the outer ends of the spokes is attached to the rim. Each of a plurality of light emitters is mounted in one of the spokes so that the spokes are illuminated when the light emitters are turned on. A power supply is electrically coupled to the light emitters.

Abstract: An emergency light includes a flash light lamp and a plurality of LED lamps activated in strobe-like fashion to alert emergency personnel in transit the proper household needing their assistance. The LED lamps activated in excess of 120 times per minute is visible at distances in excess of one mile. The emergency light may be mounted to a window pane using suction cups, to a steel door or other ferrous-metallic surface using magnetic strips, hung on a door using an integral hanger or stood on a flat bottom surface.

Abstract: A wheel lighting/illumination system is disclosed that incorporates a wireless link to accomplish a number of functions including controlling lighting elements that are coupled to, or are part of, a wheel.

Abstract: An automobile wheel lighting system, for use in an automobile having a battery, wheels, and a wheel well associated with each wheel. A fixed connector is mounted within each wheel well and is electrically connected to the battery. At least one lighting assembly is used to selectively illuminate one of the wheels. Each lighting assembly includes a mating connector, a lighting head having an LED and a reflector assembly, and a flexible cord extending between the mating connector and lighting head. The mating connector is secured within the fixed connector in the wheel well adjacent to the wheel to be illuminated, and the cord extended outwardly from the automobile and flexed to direct the lighting head toward the wheel.

Abstract: An illumination device adapted for attachment to a surface of a rotatable wheel comprises a rigid body having a substantially flat surface to which is attached an adhesive material effective to adhere the illumination device to a desired position on the wheel surface. The illumination device also comprises a light source, a power source, such as one or more batteries, and an electrical circuit that includes a switch for closing the circuit to result in production of light by the light source. The switch may be a motion-activated switch, a simple on-off switch, or other suitable types. In embodiments disclosed, a cavity in the rigid body holds the batteries, and a lamp cover houses the light source (and selected elements of the electrical circuit). The invention also is directed to forming a lighting pattern on a wheel by positioning such illumination devices on selected positions on the wheel, and activating them to create a desired lighting pattern.

Abstract: An automatic dual-control light emitting assembly for vehicle wheels includes a casing defining a receiving space for receiving at least one battery cell therein; a circuit board having a light-emitting device provided thereon with one electrode electrically connected to a first pole of the battery cell under control of a light sensor, which acts only in a dark environment; a lead frame electrically connecting the circuit board to a second pole of the battery cell; and an elastic metal contact member having an end electrically connected to the circuit board and another end contacting with the lead frame only by a centrifugal force to thereby electrically connect the other electrode of the light-emitting device to a second pole of the battery cell. With the light sensor and the elastic metal contact member, the light-emitting device emits light only when the vehicle wheel rotates in a dim or dark ambient environment.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a flickering device for an automobile wheel. The flickering device flickers using electromotive force, generated by the interaction between magnetic force and a coil unit as a rotating body rotates, as an electric power source. The flickering device has a circuit board. The circuit board includes a sensor for detecting power generated by rotation of a rotating shaft and a speed of an automobile; a timer adapted to receive signals from the sensor, count predetermined time and operate; a cadmium sulfide element for detecting brightness of light and supplying current; a control unit for controlling components; and LEDs adapted to be operated under the control of the control unit.

Abstract: A wheel rim illumination system is provided which includes a lighting device mechanically mounted to a brake caliper providing backlight illumination of a wheel rim, and a power supply wiring for providing power to the lighting device.

Abstract: An illumination system has a housing that rotates with a vehicle wheel, and the housing has a cavity with lighting and controls within the cavity. Light from the cavity is directed onto a vehicle wheel, and the light flashes in relationship to the rotation speed of the wheel which makes the wheel appear to be stationary or slowly rotate in a backward or forward direction.

Abstract: An illuminated cover is disclosed for a brake caliper, including means for mounting the cover over the brake caliper, a front surface positioned such that when the cover is mounted over the brake caliper the front surface covers a front face of the brake caliper, an illuminated display disposed on the front surface, and a power source operably connected to the illuminated display via a controller.

Abstract: A warning device for bicycle mainly includes a magnetic and a coil mechanism. The magnetic mechanism includes a magnetic element assembly, a mounting module, and a holding module movably connected to the mounting module for holding the magnetic element assembly therein. The coil mechanism includes a housing, a coil assembly, a rectifier unit, a plurality of light-emitting elements, and a connecting module. The coil assembly, the rectifier unit, and the light-emitting elements are electrically connected to one another and then received in the housing. The mounting module of the magnetic mechanism is fixedly mounted on a fixed part of a bicycle close to a wheel thereof, and the connecting module of the coil module is fixedly connected to two spokes of the wheel, such that the magnetic element assembly and the coil assembly are located at corresponding radial positions relative to the wheel.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for providing strobe effects for a wheel lighting system or wheel illuminating system. For one embodiment, a strobe device for a wheel lighting system includes a tachometer to determine a rotational frequency of a wheel, and a strobing element capable of operating in a first mode and a second mode. When operating in the first mode, the strobing frequency is related to the rotational frequency of the wheel. When operating in the second mode the strobing frequency is independent of the rotational frequency of the wheel. For one embodiment, the lighting elements, tachometer, and other components of the system are implemented completely within the rotating reference frame of the wheel. One embodiment of the invention provides a wheel illumination system having one or more strobing light source assemblies positioned within a rotating reference frame of the wheel to provide stroboscopic effects for the wheel's street side surfaces.

Abstract: A hub that lights up that is adapted for detachable affixing to the center rim of automobile hubs and caps. The hub comprises of openings on the outer surface to allow soft led light to illuminate. This led will be powered by a 9 volt battery that's attached to a circuit board with an on-off switch accessible from the outer surface. The alternative power source will be powered by solar energy with a rechargeable battery and a remote control on-off switch. The hub will fasten on to the existing center hub with the electrical unit inside of the hub.

Abstract: A new wheel lighting device which operates in either an “ON” mode or a “RECHARGE” mode. In the “ON” mode rechargeable batteries mounted on a vehicles wheel supply power to LED's which illuminate a vehicles wheel, and the device is independent of the vehicles electrical system. In the “RECHARGE” mode the device is electrically connected, by means of a retractable connector and insulated conductive ring, to the vehicles fully charged battery, (when the vehicle engine is no longer in motion), and uses that battery to recharge the rechargeable batteries on the wheel. While this is happening the LED's are reverse biased to the current and are off, and a now forward biased diode allows the recharging. A voltage regulator is used to convert the voltage of the vehicles battery to a suitable voltage of the rechargeable batteries. Once the rechargeable batteries are disconnected from the vehicles electrical system, as when the vehicle is started, the device returns to the “ON” mode.

Abstract: An improved luminescence wheel assembly has a latch base coupled to a plastic optical fiber structure installed on both sides of a wheel axle, such that the improved luminescence wheel assembly is easy to install, easy to remove, and aesthetically pleasing. The improved luminescence wheel assembly is capable of adjusting the size of its structure according to the size of the wheel axle.

Abstract: A self-contained light-emitting means for a vehicle for not only expressing oneself but also to make the vehicle more visible. The self-contained light-emitting means for a vehicle includes a rotor securely mounted to the axle of a vehicle for rotation therewith, a stator which includes a cylindrical ring having a bore therethrough and a counterweight member integrally attached to the cylindrical ring being disposed about the rotor which is rotatably disposed within the bore of the cylindrical ring, a plurality of magnetic members attached about the rotor, a plurality of brushes also attached about the rotor, a contact member mounted to the rotor, a plurality of sets of wires mounted to the cylindrical ring and being connected to a plurality of coil members, a circuit board connected with wires to the brushes and being connected with wires to light-emitting members such as light bulbs.

Abstract: The cooling fan has a frame and at least one light-emitting diode (LED). The frame has a central block with a circuit and multiple ribs. The ribs are formed on the rear surface of the frame, extend to the center of the inner space and have at least one set hole. The at least one LED is mounted respectively in the at least one set hole to emit light and faces to the front surface of the frame.

Abstract: A lighting system for a vehicle which utilizes a central housing having an electrical power source therein. The central housing is secured to the spokes of a wheel of the vehicle (such as a bicycle) and contains the electrical source. Light emitting units are secured to the spokes of wheel. These light emitting units are powered by the electrical source in said central housing and emit light substantially perpendicular to the plane formed by the wheel. In the preferred embodiment, the central housing uses three different units, one containing a controller and the other two having the power sources. The controller is able to adjust the timing of the lights so that more attention is generated thereby.

Abstract: A plurality of lighting structures is provided for enhancing the visibility of a human powered vehicle at night. The visibility enhanced human powered vehicle has a frame with attached wheels having tires including sidewalls. The safety lighting structures include at least one photo-luminescent section and at least one reflective section being located on at least one of the wheels. A light source is attachable to the human powered vehicle to direct light against the photo-luminescent sections.

Abstract: A rotary motion powered system for energizing light emitting diodes is taught that utilizes a permanent magnet generator (20) located within a vehicle wheel (64) for producing the requisite electric power. The generator consists of two main elements: a rotating portion (26) and a stationary portion (28). The rotating portion utilizes a base (30) that is attached directly to an adapter base (72) attached to the vehicle wheel, and the stationary portion includes a counter weight (62), thus permitting this portion to remain horizontal when the wheel is rotating. An ac/dc bridge rectifier (22) is in electrical communication with the generator output to change the alternating current produced by the permanent magnet generator to direct current. A number of light emitting diodes are disposed within a vehicle wheel member and are powered by the direct current power, thereby producing an unusual and unique visual effect when the wheel is rotating.

Abstract: A lighting system for wheel 3 having a tyre, comprises at least one powered light emitter 1, wherein the at least one light emitter 1 is at least partly embedded in a part of the tyre of wheel 3.

Abstract: An assembly for providing illumination to an automobile wheel having an at least partially transparent wheel covering. The assembly includes a bracket nondestructively secured to a non-rotating portion of an automobile wheel, a light emitting array connected to the bracket, and a power source electrically connected to the light emitting array. The light emitting array is positioned to intermittently shine light through the at least partially transparent wheel covering. The bracket is adjustably positionable relative the non-rotating portion of the wheel.

Abstract: A tire illuminating apparatus 12 for illuminating the tires 14 of a vehicle 10 is provided. The tire illuminating apparatus 12 includes a base member 20 which is coupled to the vehicle 10 above the tire 14. The illuminating apparatus 12 is also provided with a light directing member 36 which is coupled to the base member 20 which directs light so that diagonally extending light beams are cast on the tire 14. An illuminating member 44 for providing a predetermined source of light is also provided. The illuminating member 44 is coupled in the base member 20 so that light is provided to the light directing member 36 to illuminate the tire 14 as desired.

Abstract: A wheel rim device with patterned light capable of automatically generating electric power has a wheel rim, an automatic generating assembly, a rectifier/filter circuit, a circuit board, a programmable chip and several light emitting components. The automatic generating assembly is accommodated on an end face of a wheel axle of the wheel rim. The circuit board is disposed on a wheel spoke of the wheel rim. The rectifier/filter circuit, the programmable chip and the light emitting components are disposed on the circuit board. Input terminals of the rectifier/filter circuit are connected to lead out wires of the automatic generating assembly. The programmable chip has a power source terminal, a trigger terminal and several I/O terminals. The power source terminal is connected with the output terminal of the rectifier/filter circuit. Each of the I/O terminals is connected with one of the light emitting components.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel illumination device. The illumination device utilizes a source of light, such as automotive light bulbs, to project light onto the inside portion of a wheel's rim. Providing that the wheel's rim has at least one slot or other opening therethrough, the light will emanate out of the wheel's rim, being visible to an individual outside of said vehicle. The device utilizes a frame having a pair of arms, each arm connecting with a bulb and socket. This frame attaching to the frame of the vehicle.

Abstract: A rim illuminating device for removably mounting to a rim of a motor vehicle in order to create a visual effect when the motor vehicle is moving. The illuminating device includes a housing that has a first surface and a second surface. A cover is mounted to the first surface of the housing for covering the housing. An illuminating member is mounted to the first surface of the housing for emitting light. A power supply is mounted to the housing and electrically connected to the illuminating member for selectively providing power thereto. A coupling member is mounted to the second surface of the housing for removably mounting the housing to the rim of the vehicle.

Abstract: A wheel incorporating a flashing light feature includes a power source, a plurality of lighting elements and a flashing circuit to selectively provide lighting signals to the plurality of lighting elements. The wheel incorporating a flashing light feature further includes at least two motion switches to activate the flashing circuit. The at least two motion switches include a spring having a fixed end and a free end and a metal cap positioned proximate the free end of the spring for electrical engagement by the free end of the spring. Examples of articles with a wheel incorporating a flashing light feature include scooters, roller skates, in line skates, roller shoes and other types of wheeled footwear.

Abstract: A wheel light device for a vehicle with an electrical battery, wheels, fenders and wheel wells that shine light onto and in front of one of each of the wheels of the vehicle. There are several different embodiments of the invention that include an outer fender flare mounted embodiment with multiple LED bulbs, an inner fender mounted embodiment with multiple LED bulbs, provisions to address arched wheel wells or horizontally straight wheel wells, various safety light provisions in addition to additional supplemental features.