Abstract: An illumination source for a camera includes one or more LEDs, and an electrical circuit that selectively applies power from the DC voltage source to the LEDs, wherein the illumination source is suitable for handheld portable operation. In some embodiments, the electrical circuit further includes a control circuit for driving the LEDs with electrical pulses at a frequency high enough that light produced has an appearance to a human user of being continuous rather than pulsed, the control circuit changing a pulse characteristic to adjust a proportion of light output having the first characteristic color spectrum output to that having the second characteristic color spectrum output. Some embodiments provide an illumination source including a housing including one or more LEDs; and a control circuit that selectively applies power from a source of electric power to the LEDs, thus controlling a light output color spectrum of the LEDs.

Abstract: A flashlight has a lamp, a power source, two switches, and a controller connected to the switches. The first switch controls delivery of power to the lamp, and the second switch selects a dimmed brightness level. The first switch may invoke the dimmed level, or a maximum brightness level. The second switch may be a ring rotatable about the axis the flashlight, and either rotatable through a wide range of positions, with sensor circuitry to detect the absolute position, or having a limited range of rotation, with dimmed level selection provided by a duration of momentary rotation in either direction. The second switch may be positioned outside a leak resistant housing, and may include a magnet detectable by magnetic field sensors within the chamber.

Abstract: Systems and methods for compensating brightness uniformity of transmissive backlit display devices using auxiliary lights to provide additional light to compensate light provided by the main backlights of a backlit image display device. Auxiliary lights may be, for example, embedded into the light pipe area of an image display and/or placed in any other suitable position relative to the main backlights that is suitable for compensating the main backlights. In one example implementation, brightness uniformity of a transmissive image display may be at least partially compensated based at least in part on measured luminance of one or more areas of the display.

Abstract: An illumination source and a method therefor. A light source includes a light circuit configured to process light and direct light, and a lighting element optically coupled to the light circuit to provide multiple colors of light. The light circuit propagates light using light guides. The use of light guides eliminates the use of free space optical elements, enabling the creation of more compact light sources. Furthermore, the use of light guides may enable the creation of light sources with fewer mechanical restrictions, thereby making the light sources potentially more reliable and less expensive.

Abstract: A flashlight in accordance with an aspect of the invention includes an ID module for generating an ID signal indicative of a power mode of the flashlight. In an aspect, the flashlight mates with a removable battery pack that regulates at least one of an output voltage and output current in accordance with the ID signal. In an aspect, the flashlight includes a printed circuit board (PCB) on which the ID module is mounted. In an aspect, the flashlight includes a soft-start module and a bulb, wherein the soft start module increases power to the bulb at a controlled rate when the flashlight is turned on. In an aspect, the flashlight includes a lamp housing having a lens retained by a bezel. The lens includes an axially extending peripheral edge. In an aspect, the flashlight includes a main housing having a lamp housing. A mounting mechanism and mating features are adapted to selectively couple and decouple the main housing and the lamp housing.

Abstract: A baseball glove with integrated illumination means and circuitry that can control the pattern and timing of the illumination means to produce a lightshow. The lightshow may be triggered by the glove catching a ball, or by a separate switch. Optionally, the lightshow may be accompanied by audio signals.

Abstract: A cutoff/milling device with a motor-driven cutoff/milling element, a work support surface or a guide surface, and a light projection device, the light projection device projecting a light beam onto a workpiece which is located on the work support surface or under the guide surface such that the light beam marks the cutting/milling position or cutting/milling path on the workpiece. The light projection device has a switch for activation of the light projection in response to mechanical vibration produced either by operating of the device or manual knocking on the cutoff/milling device.

Abstract: The present invention features an emergency lighting system for vehicles. In some embodiments, the system comprises a light pod and a microprocessor. The lights are turned on when an air bag is activated, the vehicle battery is cut off and/or the vehicle is rolled over.

Abstract: The invention relates to a port marker which comprises lighting means and which is intended to be positioned next to the red and green light signals, lighting columns or lighthouses at the port entrance. The inventive marker comprises a self-supporting half-ring having a maximum height which is essentially greater than the height of the light source of the lighting column, lighthouse or light signal. The invention also comprises and electronic unit for powering and controlling the lighting means. The lighting means are distributed between the two ends of the self-supporting half-ring along the length thereof and are disposed such as to be visible to a boat or similar vessel approaching the port. The color of said lighting means corresponds to that of the respective obligatory lighting column, lighthouse or light signal at the entrance to the port, which, as mentioned above, can be red or green.

Abstract: A dead front actuating assembly actuates a device in standard ambient light conditions. The dead front actuating assembly includes a housing defining a periphery and an interior volume. A cover plate is fixedly secured to the housing at the periphery. The cover plate defines an inboard surface facing the interior volume and an outboard surface opposite the inboard surface. The outboard surface is opaque in standard ambient light conditions. The dead front actuating assembly also includes a switch that is operatively connected to the inboard surface of the cover plate at a defined location for toggling the device between on and off conditions. Also included is a presence sensor identifying when an operator is disposed adjacent the cover plate. A back light inside the housing illuminates the cover plate such that light passes through the cover plate and out the outboard surface to illuminate the switch.

Abstract: The invention relates to a jukebox or vending machine provided with a lighting system. In order to provide an improved lighting system for generating lighting effects, the lighting system comprises a screen, the screen having a colored design, a circuit board with at least a first lighting device and a second lighting device, wherein the first lighting device is configured to radiate a first light cone and the second lighting device is configured to radiate a second light cone and wherein the first light cone and the second light cone intersect on the screen, and a controller for modifying the first light cone independently of the second light cone.

Abstract: A device for providing emergency lighting for firefighters is described. The device includes a housing having at least one laser disposed therein. A power source powers the at least one laser when the device is activated. The device can be activated using, for example, a pressure-activated switch, a smoke-activated switch, a heat-activated switch, or the like.

Abstract: A hand-held apparatus for directing the flow of traffic is disclosed. The palm side of a glove includes multiple high intensity red light emitting diodes (LEDs), and the back side of the glove includes multiple high intensity green LEDs. A control circuit coupled to the red and green high intensity LEDs periodically monitors the state of a motion and position sensor. When the state of the motion and position sensor corresponds to the palm side of the glove being in a vertical position with multiple fingers of the glove pointing skyward to within an acceptance angle of vertical relative to the ground, the control circuit illuminates the high intensity red LEDs. When the state of the motion and position sensor corresponds to the palm side of the glove not being in a vertical position relative to the ground, the control circuit illuminates the high intensity green LEDs.

Abstract: A system for reducing sun glare through an opening into a space, the system comprising an electrically controllable window treatment operable to alter the amount of daylight entering the space through the opening; a first sensor mounted within the space and characterized by a sensor gain, the first sensor operable to sense a level of illumination in the space; and a control system operable: to compare the sensed illumination level in the space to a dead-band having upper and lower thresholds; to adjust during a time period when glare from the sun can occur through the opening at least one of: (a) the upper threshold of the dead-band, (b) the lower threshold of the dead-band, and (c) the sensor gain of the first sensor; and to adjust the window treatment in response to the sensed level of illumination to reduce the sun glare.

Abstract: A solar-infrared-rays sensing garden lamp is provided. It mainly comprises a garden lamp body with a control apparatus set inside. The control apparatus charges a power supply via the solar energy in the daytime, and provides power via the power supply in the nighttime. Therefore a infrared rays sensing circuit set on the garden lamp body at a surface thereof can sense omnibearingly in the nighttime. When the infrared rays sensing circuit senses unusual situation, it drives a corresponding lighting unit to illuminate and transmits a triggered signal to the voice control unit for driving a speaker and giving off sounds.

Abstract: An illuminating apparatus shows music effects with light sequences in a vehicle. The apparatus includes a support structure that is installable on an electrical socket. A switch on the base structure activates the apparatus. A transparent container with cut-outs surrounds the base structure and includes a white light activated by the switch. A direct current motor has an axle configured to rotate the base structure within the container. A circuit board is attached to the axle enables rotation of the circuit board within the container. The circuit board can activate sequences of light upon detection of a music signal and can detect a signal from a remote control. Light emitting sources are operably connected to the circuit board to rotate with the circuit board and to project light through the container. A remote control comprises buttons for controlling apparatus operational functions.

Abstract: A backlight system and an LCD using the same are provided. The present backlight system is equipped with a light-source driving module and several light sources of different optimum working temperature ranges. Hence, according to the environmental temperature, appropriate light source(s) will be driven by the light-source driving module to maintain a constant light output of the backlight system.

Abstract: A low cost document holder automatically illuminates a document under low light conditions. An energy-saving system having a switch that turns on a lamp when a front cover is at an angle to a rear cover of between 45 and 135 degrees. The lamp is turned off when the angle is less than 45 degrees or greater than 135 degrees to prevent battery drain when the holder is left open or cannot completely close. Optimized lamp positioning places a centerline of a cone of illumination at a maximum of thirty degrees from the front cover to enable use of a low wattage lamp. The resultant low battery drain enables the components to be permanently enclosed in a document holder cover that has the appearance, dimensions and thickness of standard document holders. Advantages of components enclosed within a cover are reliability, ease of cleaning, market entry and low cost manufacture.

Abstract: The present invention is a solar powered light assembly mounted at a distal end of a flexible neck support, where a proximal end is fixed to a top of an exterior panel housing of an exterior panel that supports the neck support and light in a position which can be easily manipulated by a user. Presented at an underside of the exterior panel is a first flat magnet generally co-extensive with the entire underside of the exterior panel. An interior panel comprises a second flat magnet with approximately the peripheral shape as that of the first flat magnet. A secure fixation of the exterior panel on an outside surface of a mailbox, regardless of the location on said outside surface, can be achieved by the invention assembly by placing an upper surface of the interior panel adjacent to a portion of the relatively thin wall of the mailbox where the underside of the exterior panel has been located.

Abstract: A flashlight has a lamp assembly with a number of different output states. The flashlight has an elongated housing defining a housing axis, and a control ring encompasses the housing and rotates on the housing axis. The control ring operates to change the output state in response to rotation of the element. A detent mechanism operably connects the control ring to the housing. The detent mechanism provides a number of different stable positions of the control ring with respect to the housing, and may provide a low profile by employing a thin sheet or wire spring compressing in an axial direction.

Abstract: An energy saving device for an LED lamp mounted to an existing fixture for a fluorescent lamp where the ballast is removed or bypassed. The LEDs are positioned within a tube and electrical power is delivered from a power source to the LEDs. The LED lamp includes means for controlling the delivery of the electrical power from the power source to the LEDs, wherein the use of electrical power can be reduced or eliminated automatically during periods of non-use. Such means for controlling includes means for detecting the level of daylight in the illumination area of said least one LED, in particular a light level photosensor, and means for transmitting to the means for controlling relating to the detected level of daylight from the photosensor. The photosensor can be used in operative association with an on-off switch in power connection to the LEDs, a timer, or with a computer or logic gate array in operative association with a switch, timer, or dimmer that regulates the power to the LEDs.

Abstract: A garment is illuminated with flashing lights in response to movement by a wearer and is protected against water damage.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a shoe having an incorporated light source. The light source includes a plurality of LEDs composed of several light-emitting chips of at least two different colors wherein the plurality of LEDs being used to generate light of various color. The light source further includes a trigger controller for generating a trigger signal when vibrated and a control IC for generating a drive signal to control a lighting duration of each of the plurality of LEDs to emit a plurality of desired different illumination sequences of at least 2 different colors. The drive signal is activated by the trigger signal and the manual switch selects the plurality of desired programmed different sequential illumination of light sources from at least two programmed flash sequences.

Abstract: A relocate able add-on control sensor module is described which electrically connects and controls at least one recessed light fixture. The relocate able add-on control module is mounted to a suspended ceiling t-bar grid and can be positioned anywhere in the ceiling grid while still controlling one or more recessed lighting fixtures. The control sensor module containing at least one sensor controlling light output of at least one recessed lighting fixture based on human occupancy, light intensity or both.

Abstract: Disclosed examples of lighting systems having at least three light sources of different colors may be controlled by validating input settings representing chromaticity and/or intensity of desired light to be generated by determining if the respective lighting system is capable of generating the desired light. This may involve comparing the chromaticity and/or intensity to a three-dimensional gamut representing chromaticity and associated intensities that the lighting system is capable of generating. The top contour of the gamut represents the maximum intensities for every chromaticity which the lighting system is capable of generating. Specifically the top contour is defined by points representing the maximum attainable intensities that each light source is capable of generating and the maximum intensity attainable by the lighting system.

Abstract: A ball glove includes impact detection and annunciation circuitry for detecting an impact event, such as contact of a caught ball with the glove. Upon detection of an impact, annunciation circuitry provides a visible light signal, such as flashing a sequence of lights located in the web portion of the glove. An associated method of use is also provided.

Abstract: A laser indicator is secured on a rotating shaft of a sawing machine, on which rotating shaft a saw is fitted; the laser indicator consists of a base, an upper cover, a laser module, and a threaded adjusting element passed through a screw hole of the upper cover; the laser module is pivoted to the base, and subjected to elastic force of an elastic member; the adjusting element is pressed against the laser module such that orientation of the laser module can be adjusted by means of turning the adjusting element; therefore, if the laser beam emitted from the laser module fails to head towards exactly the same direction as the blade of the saw, the user is allowed to turn the adjusting element to adjust the laser module to a correct position.

Abstract: A motion-activated decorative lighting fixture with a PIR motion detector having an adjustable field of view hidden behind a decorative slotted wall of the fixture body. The lighting fixture includes a motion detector housing that forms an integral part of the fixture body. The housing includes a slotted vertically extending exterior wall around the housing with an array of elongate vertically extending slots horizontally spaced apart from one another and extending along at least a portion of the wall. One or more PIR sensors are disposed within the housing, and a segmented Fresnel lens array is disposed within the housing behind the slots to direct infra-red energy from a monitored field of view to a sensor. The lens array includes a plurality of columns of lenslets, which are divided into at least two sets of columns, the columns of the first set alternating with the columns of the second set so as to form an alternating sequence of columns.

Abstract: A first LED array including a first capacitor, LED blocks, and a second capacitor that are connected in series with each other, a second LED array having a similar configuration to the first LED array, and a third LED array having a similar configuration to the first LED array are connected in parallel with each other and are connected to an AC power supply AC. Each of the LED blocks includes a first series circuit and a second series circuit that are connected in parallel with each other. The first series circuit includes two LEDs that are connected in series with each other in the same direction. The second series circuit includes two LEDs that are connected in series with each other in an identical direction opposite to the direction of the LEDs in the first series circuit. A connection point between the two LEDs in the second series circuit in one of the adjacent LED blocks is coupled to a connection point between the two LEDs in the first series circuit in the other one of the adjacent LED blocks.

Abstract: Various embodiments relate to beverage accessory devices for use within beverage receptacles. In one exemplary embodiment, a beverage accessory device generally includes a housing having sidewalls defining a cavity therein. A substantially fluid-tight container is within the cavity of the housing. The container includes sidewalls defining a chamber. At least one of the container's sidewalls is spaced apart from at least one of the housing's sidewalls such that a portion of the housing's cavity remains separating the at least one container sidewall from the at least one housing sidewall. At least one electric light source is substantially entirely within the container's chamber. The chamber can also be configured for receiving at least one power source. The at least one electric light source is operable for illuminating at least a portion of a liquid within the beverage receptacle when the beverage accessory device is within the beverage receptacle.

Abstract: A hand-held apparatus for directing the flow of traffic is disclosed. The palm side of a glove includes multiple high intensity red light emitting diodes (LEDs), and the back side of the glove includes multiple high intensity green LEDs. A control circuit coupled to the red and green high intensity LEDs periodically monitors the state of a motion and position sensor. When the state of the motion and position sensor corresponds to the palm side of the glove being in a vertical position with multiple fingers of the glove pointing skyward to within an acceptance angle of vertical relative to the ground, the control circuit illuminates the high intensity red LEDs. When the state of the motion and position sensor corresponds to the palm side of the glove not being in a vertical position relative to the ground, the control circuit illuminates the high intensity green LEDs.

Abstract: A backlight module includes at least a light source generator, a housing, at least a thermal detector, and an inverter. The thermal detector is disposed in the housing for measuring the temperature within the housing when the light source generator is operating, and the inverter is electrically connected to the thermal detector and the light source generator for adjusting the electrical current of the light source generator according to the temperature measured by the thermal detector.

Abstract: An uninterruptible power supply comprises a power source (250) and a housing (110) to contain the power source. The housing comprises an outer surface (111) in which are located a recess (121) and a flat region (231). An electrical outlet (241) is located at the flat region, and a light source (130) is removably housed in the recess. The power source is capable of supplying electric power to the electrical outlet in response to a condition external to the uninterruptible power supply.

Abstract: An illumination source includes a plurality of LEDs, and an electrical circuit that selectively applies power from the DC voltage source to the LED units, wherein the illumination source is suitable for handheld portable operation. In some embodiments, the electrical circuit further includes a control circuit for driving the LEDs with electrical pulses at a frequency high enough that light produced has an appearance to a human user of being continuous rather than pulsed, the control circuit changing a pulse characteristic to adjust a proportion of light output having the first characteristic color spectrum output to that having the second characteristic color spectrum output. Some embodiments provide an illumination source including a housing including one or more LEDs; and a control circuit that selectively applies power from a source of electric power to the LEDs, thus controlling a light output color spectrum of the LEDs.

Abstract: An electronic candleholder includes a cup, a set of electronic installation containing a functional circuit, and a candleholder, in which decoration items may be placed. The functional circuit is activated in two phases, wherein a toggle switch in the form of an expansion press lever is disposed to activate phase one conduction when the cup is filled with a certain amount of candle; and a photosensitive switch or a slide switch is disposed to activate phase two conduction. The functional circuit is cut off once the candle is consumed to a certain extent. Light produced by a light emitting device is allowed to transmit through the interior of the candleholder to create unique effects.

Abstract: A portable lighting device includes a main unit, rechargeable battery cells housed in the main unit, and a lighting unit including a light source and a solar panel. The lighting unit is attached to the main unit and is supported by the main unit for movement between a first position situated close to the main unit and exposing the light source for illumination and a second position extending from the main unit and exposing the solar panel for recharging the battery cells.

Abstract: In an automatic leveling apparatus, a motor inclines an optical axis of a headlamp in an up and down direction relative to a vehicle body, a vehicle height sensor detects a change in a height direction of an axle portion of a front wheel or a rear wheel of a vehicle, and an involatile memory records a control constant inherent to the vehicle. CPU determines whether the control constant is recorded to the involatile memory, calculates a pitch angle based on the control constant inherent to the vehicle and a detecting output of the vehicle height sensor, and controls to drive the motor by generating a control signal for canceling the pitch angle. CPU calculates the pitch angle on a condition that the control constant is recorded to the involatile memory, outputs the control signal and stops to output the control signal to the motor otherwise.

Abstract: A lighting system for clothing, footwear, backpacks, and other accessories incorporates a battery, a switch, a counter circuit, a flasher and lamps or LEDs driven by the flasher. An improved switch has a tubular housing of electrical insulating material, which may be, for example, round or square in cross section. A pair of electrical contact pins extend into the interior of the housing and are aligned longitudinally. The external ends of the contact pins are wired to the counter circuit and the battery. A free-floating contact bar of electrical conducting material normally resides on the bottom of the housing and, upon movement of the shoe or clothing, will bounce against the contact pins thus closing the switch and causing an input signal to the counter circuit and causing the lamps or LEDs to be illuminated momentarily. In a second embodiment, the contact pins extend through the bottom of the housing and the contact bar may rest against the contact pins.

Abstract: A laser indicator is secured on a rotating shaft of a sawing machine, on which rotating shaft a saw is fitted; the laser indicator consists of a base, an upper cover, a laser module, and a threaded adjusting element passed through a screw hole of the upper cover; the laser module is pivoted to the base, and subjected to elastic force of an elastic member; the adjusting element is pressed against the laser module such that orientation of the laser module can be adjusted by means of turning the adjusting element; therefore, if the laser beam emitted from the laser module fails to head towards exactly the same direction as the blade of the saw, the user is allowed to turn the adjusting element to adjust the laser module to a correct position.

Abstract: A night light device that provides low level illumination, which turns on automatically when motion is detected near the device and only if the ambient lighting level is too low. The device operates using battery power and is only activated upon detecting both motion and low ambient light level simultaneously. The device will remain active for a period of thirty seconds unless additional motion is detected, in which case it will remain active for thirty seconds after the last detected motion. Two AA alkaline cells are expected to last for one year at an average of 35 light activations per day, resulting in usability and cost efficiency. The device may also be held in the hand for use as a low-lighting flashlight. Illumination with both functions is provided by a single light source, reducing the energy consumption and cost for the user.

Abstract: An system for illuminating clothing and footwear, utilizing electro-luminescent light strips and LEDs, which are randomly illuminated according to the movement of the person wearing the article(s). In one embodiment illumination control is accomplished by a direct-current to alternating-current converter means and various types of switches. These switches may include a random pressure switch, a random or controlled sequencer, an orbiter random motion switch, or any suitable switch or combination thereof.

Abstract: A safety light is activated by a wireless signal from a control panel in a home security system is response to detection of a fire by the system. The safety light alerts rescuers of rooms in a home in which children may be located. The light may be window, door or wall-mounted, and have a single, or dual opposing, backlit faces. The backlit face includes a logo and/or text that is quickly recognized by rescuers. For example, a logo of a firefighter carrying a baby may be used with the text “tot rescue”. The safety light may communicate status information to the control panel, such as a low battery condition or a tamper alert. A tamper alert switch detects tampering with the housing of the safety light or its installation. Additional safety lights provide ambient illumination and directional information to an exit.

Abstract: A solar stepping stone comprises a housing having an upper surface, side walls and a lower surface, the housing defining a chamber. A solar energy collector is associated with the housing for collecting solar energy. A solar power storage device is provided in the chamber for receiving and storing solar energy received from the solar energy collectors. An illuminator for illuminating at least a portion of the upper surface of the solar stepping stone is contained in the chamber and is powered by solar energy stored by the solar power member.

Abstract: An electrical power system for crash helmets is described, including a distribution system configured to supply electrical power to a helmet system, a power source configured to supply power to the helmet system over the distribution system, the power source located in a helmet component. Also described is a battery configured to provide an electrical current to a helmet system, an electrical distribution system configured to provide a path for the electrical current between the battery and the helmet system, and a housing formed within the helmet and configured to house the electrical system.

Abstract: A traffic light includes a circuit board on which linear arrays of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are mounted in a V-shaped arrangement, an inner cover having a first inner surface facing the LEDs to receive light from the LEDs and an opposite, first outer surface forming elongate prisms inclined with respect to a predetermined axis at a predetermined angle of 65-80 degrees, and a front cover having a second inner surface facing the first outer surface of the inner cover to receive the light from the inner cover, and an opposite, second outer surface through which the light is further projected out of the traffic light. The second inner surface of the front cover forms a honeycomb structure including a plurality of hexagonal lens blocks, each composed of an array of individual lens segments.

Abstract: A switch assembly that may be utilized as a tail cap of a lighting device. The switch assembly including at least a depressible switch with a rotatable portion that allows the user to activate distinct functional modes of the lighting device. In an illustrative, non-limiting embodiment, the switch assembly has four channels, providing for at least three different light functions and a locking channel. The different channels are defined by the axial position of the rotatable portion relative to the lighting device body.

Abstract: A garment is illuminated with flashing lights in response to movement by a wearer and is protected against water damage.

Abstract: A device combining a chemiluminescent and an LED lighting element. By way of illustration, depicted is a stylized “cartoon” ghost representation having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion including a cavity for receipt of the chemiluminescent element in packet form, and the second portion including the LED lighting elements and an electrical circuit and battery coupled thereto. The chemiluminescent element can be manually activated and inserted into the compartment of the first portion. The LED lighting elements may be manually activated or activated by sensor elements.

Abstract: A stocking is illuminated with flashing lights in response to movement by a wearer and is protected against water damage.

Abstract: An improved outdoor lighting system is provided that comprises a light assembly formed from at least one tubular mast having a distal end for supporting an electrically powered light source, and a proximal end mounted in the ground, and an electrical cable for connecting the light source to an underground power source. The improved system includes an electrical connector assembly in the cable located in the vicinity of the ground-mounted distal end of the tubular mast. The electrical connector assembly spontaneously disconnects in response to an application of an tensile force indicative of an automobile collision with the mast, thereby preventing damaging tensile forces from being transmitted along the underground portion of the cable to the circuit breaker.