Abstract: A wheel with sound and light effects includes a fork for supporting a wheel, a magnetic element, and a plurality of lamps. A plurality of lamps are installed at the spoke of a wheel. Each lamp is installed with a magnetic receiving element made by winding a coil. Each magnetic receiving element is connected to a capacitor and a light emitting element. Two outer sides of the rim each are installed with a magnetic element and are locked to the fork. Thereby, a rotating wheel may light up in the whole cycle as it rotates.

Abstract: A drinking vessel capable of emitting light and sound includes a main containing body, a base sealing a lower opening of the containing body, a circuit board received in the base, and a mercury vibrating switch electrically connected to the circuit board. The circuit board has several LEDs, and a musical IC fitted thereto. When the main containing body is tilted, the mercury vibrating switch will complete the circuit for the LEDs and the musical IC to send out light, and music respectively.

Abstract: A light control device and method are provided for receiving an audible signal from an audio speaker and outputting a light control signal, whereby the light control signal controls the illumination of a light source placed near the audio speaker.

Abstract: An illuminating speaker assembly for use in the passenger compartment of a vehicle includes a flat panel speaker for converting electrical audio signals into sound waves. The flat panel speaker utilizes a light-permeable, sound-producing panel. A light source is positioned within the flat panel speaker for generating light that passes through the light-permeable, sound-producing panel.

Abstract: A flashlight having removable control section, a rechargeable main body and a battery charger. The control section has an antennae, a volume control knob and female receptacles for receiving male connectors. The main body has male connectors for electrical engagement with the female receptacles of the control section or the battery charger. The main body contains a rechargeable battery, a two way radio and a flashlight.

Abstract: A perfume container (1) comprises a hollow casing (2) provided with an aperture (3) on which a closure element (6) is positioned, a spray dispenser (4) being possibly positioned on said aperture (3); the container (1) comprises sound and/or light generating means (10) controlled by activation means (14).

Abstract: A light source and its housing is provided with an insulating ceramic paint applied to the light reflector to isolate the heat from the light bulb and prevent it from irradiating upwardly into the light fixture thereby enhancing the efficiency of a light fixture by allowing larger wattage bulbs to be used.

Abstract: A combination handheld flashlight and audio recorder assembly. The assembly includes a housing having a hollow interior, and defining a handle for being gripped by a user. A light is contained within the assembly housing, and is adapted for being activated by the user to project light outwardly from the assembly housing to a selected area. An audio recorder is also contained within the assembly housing. The audio recorder includes a microphone for receiving sound messages delivered by the user and a memory medium to store the sound messages for subsequent playback by the user.

Abstract: A decorative lighting display system includes a first housing including areas simulating a pair of eye balls. An illumination source is disposed within the first housing for illuminating the areas simulating the pair of eye balls. A controller is disposed in the first housing and is utilized for energizing the illumination source. The system further includes a second housing including areas simulating a pair of eye balls. An illumination source is disposed within the second housing for illuminating the areas simulating the pair of eye balls. The controller energizes the illumination source disposed within the second housing.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a new decorative aquarium with water dance effect comprising an air pump, multiple light emitting sources, and a music source that generates variable melodies of music, in which an amount of air pumped out by an air pump and the colors of light emitted by light sources can be varied with the melody of music. Therefore, the user can at the same time listen to the music and watch the water dance to enjoy both audio and visual effects.

Abstract: A combination panel-form loudspeaker/light comprising a panel having a front face and rear face, a vibration exciter mounted to the member to excite bending-wave vibration in the member, and a light emitter mounted at or adjacent to the panel and arranged to illuminate an area adjacent to the panel.

Abstract: A combination handheld flashlight and audio recorder assembly. The assembly includes a housing having a hollow interior, and defining a handle for being gripped by a user. A light is contained within the assembly housing, and is adapted for being activated by the user to project light outwardly from the assembly housing to a selected area. An audio recorder is also contained within the assembly housing. The audio recorder includes a microphone for receiving sound messages delivered by the user and a memory medium to store the sound messages for subsequent playback by the user.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a new decorative aquarium with water dance effect comprising an air pump, multiple light emitting sources, and a music source that generates variable melodies of music, in which an amount of air pumped out by an air pump and the colors of light emitted by light sources can be varied with the melody of music. Therefore, the user can at the same time listen to the music and watch the water dance to enjoy both audio and visual effects.

Abstract: A glittering pedal device equipped on the surface of the gas and brake pedal of an automobile. A plurality of clips on the circumference of the pedal. This device can be fixed on gas and brake pedals through these clips. On top of this device there is a luminescent plate. This luminescent plate is connected to the lamp electrical system. This plate will be on when the automobile is ignited. New drivers can have glittering indications that can make driving more safe.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a vibration-activated light emitting indication apparatus comprising: a case or a carrier; an indicator plate, which is transparent and contains a pattern, including, for example, a logo, characters, and drawings; an electroluminescent laminate; a power supply, which powers the electroluminescent laminate; a vibration sensor IC, which senses the vibration caused by an external act of pressing or shaking on the apparatus, and then controls an inverter to activate the electroluminescent laminate. The above-mentioned apparatus may be mounted on any case, such as a DVD box, a watch box, a jewelry box and any other cases. The pattern on the transparent indicator plate can be highlighted by the light emitted from the electrolumienscent laminate, achieving a vivid image such that the case is elaborately ornamented.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus is disclosed for illuminating side surfaces of objects or equipment including, for example, vehicles including boats, retail and/or store shelving and/or equipment, bars, desks, counters, walls, railings, steps, and/or any other object or surface, as desired. In some embodiments, the lighting apparatus includes a bumper. When so provided, the lighting apparatus may help provide a level of protection to objects and/or surfaces that are subject to bumping, sliding or other abuse.

Abstract: A drying agent enclosed in an organic EL element is sealed with a shape with which particulate contamination becomes less than that of a conventional shape, while still capable of showing a moisture absorption capacity similar to that of a fine powder. A light emitting device, and an electronic device, having long life and having less particulate contamination than in a device manufactured by conventional processes, are provided by using the organic EL element. The drying agent, made from a compound capable of chemically absorbing moisture, is formed as a bulk porous body or a porous film, and is formed along with the organic EL elements within a container cut off from the atmosphere. In addition, the light emitting device and the electronic device are manufactured using the organic EL elements.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for generating a three-dimensional image is provided. The system uses one or more laser beams directed at one or more mirrors. Each mirror is flexibly attached to the vibrating portion of a transducer such as a speaker, the transducer being coupled to a signal source. Suitable signal sources include radio and television tuners, CD players, tape decks, VCRs, musical instruments with suitable signal outputs, and signal generators. The laser beam(s) reflected by the mirror(s) is directed at a rotating viewing surface, the viewing surface being semi-transparent. Due to the rotation of the viewing surface, a three-dimensional image is formed that can be viewed from multiple angles.

Abstract: An apparatus consisting of a cable grid system for lighting in which a light can be positioned at any location on a ceiling. Optionally, the light fixtures can include a diffraction grating reflector (such as a music CD) to reflect light patterns onto the ceiling from a light source which is preferably a point source. Also, light fixtures with diffraction grating reflectors could be mounted on a wall, table, or on the ceiling without using a cable grid system.

Abstract: A combination handheld flashlight and audio recorder assembly. The assembly includes a housing having a hollow interior, and defining a handle for being gripped by a user. A light is contained within the assembly housing, and is adapted for being activated by the user to project light outwardly from the assembly housing to a selected area. An audio recorder is also contained within the assembly housing. The audio recorder includes a microphone for receiving sound messages delivered by the user and a memory medium to store the sound messages for subsequent playback by the user.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus for use with a microphone and a sound mixing system wherein each microphone has an associated channel located in the sound mixing system. Each microphone has a lighting means that assigns a particular color to that particular microphone and each channel has the same color associated with it as the color identifying the microphone. The color coding of the microphone and the channel allow for both to be visually identified. The apparatus has an audio connector for connecting the lighting apparatus to the microphone; a light source connected to the audio connector; a holder means for holding the light source; a power conductor for providing a pathway for power to the apparatus; and a strain relief connector for preventing the power conductor from being strained when the microphone is in use. The apparatus allows the microphone to be identified visually by the color it emits.

Abstract: An illuminating device receives light emitted from a light source (22), and emits light. The illuminating device includes a tubular light guiding member (21) which receives the light emitted from the light source (22), and guides the light therein. The illuminating device further includes an annular luminous body (23) which is connected to one end portion of the light guiding member (21), and has a tapered surface (30) which is made to emit light by the light guided by the light guiding member (21). In this construction, the light entering the light guiding member (21) is guided spirally in the light guiding member (21), and is irregularly reflected by the tapered surface (30) so that the tapered surface (30) emits light.

Abstract: A light assembly housing a light source is provided to be removably attachable to a radio unit designed to be removably attachable to a battery assembly. The light assembly may be positioned between the radio unit and battery assembly, and is capable of conducting power from the battery assembly to the radio unit.

Abstract: An illuminating device for a portable radio apparatus of the present invention is capable of selectively turning on or turning off illumination in accordance with the environment around the apparatus, particularly lightness. This, coupled with the fact that the illuminating device can suitably adjust even an illumination, saves power to a considerable degree. Moreover, when the illuminating device includes light sensing means, it causes control means to automatically turn on or turn off illumination and adjusts an illumination in accordance with lightness around the apparatus. Therefore, even when the user of the apparatus forgets to switch the ON/OFF state of illumination, power consumption of the apparatus can be reduced as far as possible.

Abstract: A multi-function modular storage light unit including a primary housing unit and detachable modules such as a radio and an auxiliary flashlight. The primary housing unit contains a spotlight, a power switch, and a handle to carry the unit. There is also a storage compartment built into the primary housing unit. The modules preferably include belt clips for hands-free transport. The modules are removably attached to the primary unit by way of an attachment mechanism which may include alignment features and a latching mechanism. The modules may alternatively be removably attached by their belt clips to sleeves arranged on the primary housing. Each of the detachable modules and the spotlight is independently powered.

Abstract: An innovative, unique visual display for a powered car audio amplifier. The audio amplifier includes a transparent cover plate, preferably formed of methyl methacrylate, having a name or pattern etched or engraved in the undersurface of the cover plate. A black light or neon gas light tube surrounds an edge of the cover plate. The light produced from the black light or neon glass tube is transmitted through the cover plate and is collimated at the etched or engraved pattern in the cover plate. The pattern appears illuminated when the pattern is viewed through the cover plate without any visible source of light present. The light also appears to highlight the circuitry of the amplifier chassis located below the cover plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a button carrier and display backlight (5) that may be used in an electronic device such as a motor vehicle cassette radio unit. The carrier (5) comprises a button portion (4,6) and a display portion (2) integrally molded in a substantially uniform translucent plastics material. The button portion (4,6) has at least one button backlight arranged to shine through the translucent material, preferably through integrally moulded buttons (30-36). The display portion (2) has at least one backlight arranged to illuminate a display backlight area (8) by light surface-scattered from the area (8) to provide a diffuse back illumination for a display. The button portion (4,6) may have an opaque surface coating over part of the translucent material, so that the button portion (4,6) is not backlit through the coated part.

Abstract: A combination handheld flashlight and audio recorder assembly. The assembly includes a housing having a hollow interior, and defining a handle for being gripped by a user. A light is contained within the assembly housing, and is adapted for being activated by the user to project light outwardly from the assembly housing to a selected area. An audio recorder is also contained within the assembly housing. The audio recorder includes a microphone for receiving sound messages delivered by the user and a memory medium to store the sound messages for subsequent playback by the user.

Abstract: A novelty flashlight with a clear body. The front half is cone shaped and houses a light bulb, 2 AA batteries and a switch, and is covered with an attractive soft material. The rear half houses a liquid (e.g. water) and ornamental elements. An opaque cap is provided which, when placed over the front end of the flashlight, blocks light from escaping other than toward the rear end of the flashlight to illuminate the liquid and ornamental elements, acting as a nightlight for kids. The front end is surrounded by a reflective/opaque coating under the soft material. The bulb support, which is usually a reflective parabolically shaped piece in a typical flashlight, is transparent to allow light to pass backward into the rear end of the flashlight. Light is also conducted through the clear flashlight housing.

Abstract: An audio device or sound pick-up device includes a three-dimensional electro-luminescent lighting element triggered by an audio or sound signal generated or processed by the device.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses an illuminated celebratory device having a confetti blower housing 22 with LED digital display 14 and other visual and sound effects 24, 26, 28, 30, and 32 mounted on top of a vertically standing pole 20 having tracks 18 thereon upon which a movable ball 12 is slidably mounted. The ball 12 also has digital displays 15, 16 and lamps 36 thereon. The pole 20 is mounted on a base stand 46. In operation, at a predetermined time, the ball 12 begins its descent from atop the pole 20 and as it descends pole lamps 38 illuminate and the LED's 14, 15, 16 show the appropriate time. When the ball 12 reaches its destination at the bottom of pole 20, the LED's indicate the appropriate time and all celebratory features of the device activate.

Abstract: A decorative lighting display unit includes a housing having a shape of an eye mask including areas simulating a pair of eye balls. An illumination source is disposed within the housing for illuminating the areas simulating the pair of eye balls. A controller is utilized for energizing the display unit which may control multiple units for creating an on\off lighting pattern.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a backlit display and an illuminated receptacle for a removable information storage medium, for example an audio device such as a cassette radio for a motor vehicle passenger compartment. The audio device (1) has a backlit display (7) and a receptacle (38) for a removable information carrying medium, comprising at least one backlight, and a light diffuser (5) moulded in a translucent plastics material, the diffuser (5) having a display backlight (201) portion and a receptacle indicator portion (202), the backlight being arranged to illuminate the display backlight portion (201) to provide a diffuse backlight for the display (7), and to shine light through the translucent material of the receptacle indicator portion (201) to indicate an entrance to the receptacle (38).

Abstract: An innovative, unique visual display for a powered car audio amplifier. The audio amplifier includes a transparent cover plate, preferably formed of methyl methacrylate, having a name or pattern etched or engraved in the undersurface of the cover plate. A black light or neon gas light tube surrounds an edge of the cover plate. The light produced from the black light or neon glass tube is transmitted through the cover plate and is collimated at the etched or engraved pattern in the cover plate. The pattern appears illuminated when the pattern is viewed through the cover plate without any visible source of light present. The light also appears to highlight the circuitry of the amplifier chassis located below the cover plate.

Abstract: A decorative illumination apparatus including a light source, a microphone, and a controller that changes the light emission of the light source in response to sounds detected by the microphone. The controller controls the intensity and the flashing of the light source. In the preferred embodiment, the invention is installed in an automobile and the light source is a cable-like electroluminescent light source that can be easily fitted around an automobile component, such as an instrument panel. In addition to the microphone, the invention can also be connected to audio equipment, in which case the controller varies light emission in response to audio signals from the audio equipment.

Abstract: A nursing baby bottle attachment with (an) entertainment device(s) associated therewith, especially the options of both, or either, chosen jingles of music and randomly flashing lights. Such may be just the music, or the paired music and lights with a micro-switch to turn off the lights alone.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided that integrates puddle and footwell lighting in a vehicle with a speaker grille. The apparatus includes a grille having a plurality of apertures configured to permit transmission of acoustic energy generated by a speaker or other audio device. The apparatus further includes a light emitting device configured to illuminate a surface, such as the floor of a vehicle or the ground outside of a vehicle, through the grille.

Abstract: A combination marine horn and bow light is provided. According to the invention, a single unit houses a bow light assembly affixed to a housing which contains a sound emitting portion of the horn. The bow light and sound emitting portion of the horn are preferably mounted on the top surface of a boat bow deck. The horn is installed below the bow deck surface. The entire unit is powered by a single electrical supply. Alternatively, separate bow light and horn units may be affixed to the deck or hull sidewalls. In this embodiment, each bow light would have a separate colored lens cover. In a further embodiment, for either deck or sidewall mounting, the light and horn combination, including the sound emitting and sound producing portions, are all mounted on the exterior of the vessel.

Abstract: A memorial light assembly for providing a pair of light sources configured to resemble a pair of candles for mounting to the top of a headstone. The memorial light assembly includes a base adapted for mounting on a headstone. A pair of candle assemblies are upwardly extended from the base. Each of the candle assemblies has a light source with an outer configuration designed to simulate a flame of a candle. A power source assembly is mounted to the base and is electrically connected to the light sources.

Abstract: Novelty jewelry in the form of sets of jewelry items which may be sold in pairs, at least one jewelry item being provided with an electrical display which will become operational when the two jewelry items are placed together. In one embodiment the novelty jewelry comprises first and second finger rings (14), at least one of which is provided with an electrical display such as a lamp (18) and a normally open electrical circuit interconnected with the electrical display. At least one of the first and second jewelry items is provided with a battery (24), or other source of electrical current. Operation of the electrical display is initiated by bringing the two jewelry items together.

Abstract: A light assembly housing a light source is provided to be removably attachable to a radio unit designed to be removably attachable to a battery assembly. The light assembly may be positioned between the radio unit and battery assembly, and is capable of conducting power from the battery assembly to the radio unit.

Abstract: An ornamental display includes a stand holding a plurality of lamps, bundles of optical glass fibers respectively fastened to the stands to pick up light from the lamps, a speaker, and a control IC controlled by a photoelectric switch and a sound-controlled switch to turn on the lamps in producing a lighting effect and the speaker in producing a sound effect when the intensity of ambient light drops below a predetermined value or, when a noise is produced.

Abstract: A sound activated lighted woofer speaker comprising a cylindrical speaker, a circular grooved base, and a circular neon lighted tube with a transparent cover.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flashing light assembly for a microphone, which consists of a collar located on the grid ring frame of the shell of the microphone. More than two light emitting diodes and an electric circuit are also included. There are several socket-rings attached to the circumference of the collar for holding the variably colored light emitting diodes respectively therein. The light emitting diodes are connected to the electric circuit, which is connected to a switch for switching over the light emitting diodes to either light or flash in accordance with the sound picked by the microphone.

Abstract: An outdoor lighting fixture for providing coordinated visual and audio effects which includes a first housing adapted to be carried by a ceiling support, an electric light source mounted in the housing for directing light downwardly therefrom and a plurality of chime members, preferably tubular in configuration, depending from the housing in a laterally spaced array within the area below the light source. Upon activation of the light source in a light breeze, the chime members will contact one another to provide the melodic audio effect of a wind chime while their movement below the light source creates a moving shadow effect on the floor below having a tempo corresponding to that of the melodic audio effect created by the contacting chime elements.

Abstract: An integrated light-speaker assembly suitable for connection into conventional electrical sockets. The combination includes an FM wireless receiver operating within a local area wireless transmission system. The speaker is mounted behind the light bulb, and when mounted into a conventional electrical socket, the assembly provides both sound and light, with the sound being provided by the local area wireless FM transmission system.

Abstract: A reading lamp assembly includes a reading lamp and a timer circuit, a music box, and a fragrance holder provided on a base of the reading lamp. The reading lamp goes out after a set interval of time, and the music box starts playing and the fragrance in the fragrance holder begins spreading after the lamp goes out. Therefore, the user may, after reading for a period of time, relaxes himself/herself in the music and the fragrance.

Abstract: An infinity-projecting light assembly (10) that is housed in an enclosure (12) that encloses a multiplicity of lamps (70) and passive components (74). Within the enclosure (12) is located a convex mirror that is attached to the enclosure's rear panel (34) and a two-way mirror (94) that is attached to the front ledge (26) of the enclosure (12). The mirrored surfaces of the two mirrors face each other which allows the lamps (70) and passive components (74) to be replicated into a descending visual tunnel that terminates at a perceived infinity point. The assembly (20) incorporates an electrical-control circuit that provides the power to light the interior of the enclosure via a decorative translucent panel (118). The circuit also provides power to a music playback unit, the lamps (70), a light dimming unit and a light blinking unit. The light blinking unit can be set to blink in synchrony with the music from the playback unit.

Abstract: A party candle having a visually commemorative effect according to the present invention including: a decoration plate which is comprised of a transparent plate having a concave groove, an operation device inserting groove and a switching plate passing groove. A light emitting diode is connected to first and second electric wires which is inserted at the left side ends of the concave groove. A rear plate covers the back of the decoration plate and; a leg portion which is bonded vertically to the bottom surface of the center portion of the decoration plate holds the device up.

Abstract: A fiber optic Christmas tree is provided including a housing with a base and a trunk. The trunk has a first end fixedly coupled to the top face of the base and is extended upwardly therefrom. The trunk has a plurality of bores formed therein. Next provided is a plurality of fiber optic cables each having a first end situated within the interior space of the base and a second end extending through an associated one of the bores of the trunk. A length of each cord is such that an extent to which the fiber optic cables extend from the trunk increases from a top of the trunk to a bottom thereof. The fiber optic cables thus have a conical configuration. Each of the fiber optic cables is adapted to emit light from the second thereof upon the application of light at the first end thereof. A lamp is situated below the fiber optic cables within the interior space of the housing and adapted to apply light to the first end of each of the fiber optic cables upon the receipt of power.