Abstract: A lighting assembly includes a photographic lamp. The photographic lamp includes a lamp body, a first supporting arm and a second supporting arm. The first supporting arm is rotatably connected to a sidewall of the lamp body and capable of rotating around a rotation axis perpendicular to the sidewall of the lamp body. The second supporting arm is rotatably connected to the first supporting arm and capable of rotating around a rotation axis extending along a width direction of the first supporting arm. The rotation axis of the second supporting arm is perpendicular to the rotation axis of the first supporting arm. The second supporting arm includes a first rod and a second rod, the first rod being movable relative to the second rod to realize closing or opening of the second supporting arm.

Abstract: A handle system includes a body extending between a first end and a second end. The handle system also includes a slot extending, at least partially, in the body, the slot forming a cavity. The handle system further includes a carrier arranged, at least partially, within the slot, the carrier further comprising a friction locker and at least one arm coupled to the friction locker, the at least one arm being rotatable about the friction locker. The handle system also includes a cap arranged on at least one of the first end or the second end. The handle system further includes a blade coupled to the at least one arm, the blade being rotatable about the axis between a retracted position where the blade is positioned within the slot and an extended position where the blade extends outwardly from the body.

Abstract: Updating, protecting, diagnosing and/or otherwise managing a server, module or other analogous device(s) included on a vehicle for the purposes of facilitating a vehicle related operation is contemplated. A local controller physical connected or otherwise associated with to the vehicle may be employed to implement the contemplated processes, optionally at the direction of a remote controller or other master controller having capabilities sufficient to provide corresponding instructions thereto.

Abstract: A multi-tool is provided having a first end having a socket wrench, a second end having a retractable blade, a plurality of interchangeable wrench heads that are affixable over the second end of the tool when the blade is retracted, a screwdriver that is pivotally deployable from the body of the tool, an extendable magnet that is pivotally deployable from the reverse side of the tool, and at least one level. An alternative embodiment of the present multi-tool further includes a light to be used to illuminate dim work environments. The interchangeable wrench heads include an open-ended wrench head, an adjustable open-ended wrench head, a box end wrench head, and other such wrench head attachments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an automatic bit-changing screwdriver including a bit tip and a bit shaft assembly. The bit tip and the bit shaft assembly are pivotably connected. Guided by the bit shaft assembly, the bit tip may rotate relative to the bit shaft assembly and change the tip without requiring direct manual contact with the bit tip. Particularly, the screwdriver includes a handle, a bit tip, a shaft and a shaft sleeve. The bit tip includes two sizes/styles of tips at two ends respectively. The bit tip is pivotably coupled to the shaft. The shaft is fixedly coupled to the handle. The shaft sleeve surrounds the shaft. The shaft and shaft sleeve are slidingly coupled together. Outwards sliding of the shaft sleeve drives the bit tip to rotate within the shaft to achieve bit-changing. A deep groove is formed on a front end of the shaft. The bit tip is disposed in the deep groove. A middle section of the shaft has a guide groove.

Abstract: A tool combination includes a housing having a casing engaged in a housing and having two chambers formed in the end portions and two spaces formed in the upper and the bottom portions of the housing, one or more tool elements pivotally attached to the housing with an axle and foldable and engageable into the chambers and the spaces of the housing, and one or more tool pivotally attached to the casing and foldable and engageable into the casing with a spindle which is perpendicular to the axle for allowing many more tool elements and tool members to be received and engaged in the housing and the casing and to be easily carried and operated by the user.

Abstract: A utility tool configured to be transportable and operable to perform a variety of tasks. The utility tool includes a body that is generally cylindrical in shape and rigid in manner. The body includes a first end and a second end with an aperture formed into the body proximate said first end. Four slots are integrally formed into the body having an interior volume an extending from said second end towards the first end but not completely thereto. The utility tool further includes pivotally mounted arm members having a first position and a second position. The second end is configured to be removable and further functions to bias against a portion of the arm members to hold in their first and/or second positions. A plurality of recesses are integrally formed with the body proximate the second end.

Abstract: A compact, folding tool permitting the exchange of implement sets, including one or more quick release mechanisms that are easily removed from a handle to release interchangeable implements; the tool further accommodating implement sets including different types and quantities of implements which are inhibited from rotating by an adjustable clamping force produced by the quick release mechanisms and optionally including over travel stops to obstruct implement rotation, or may rely solely on the clamping force provided by the quick release mechanisms to stabilize implements for use.

Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.

Abstract: The present disclosure concerns embodiments of a folding knife having a locking mechanism for locking a blade in open and/or closed positions. The locking mechanism a first locking element on the blade and a corresponding second locking element on the handle that is adapted to engage the first locking element when the blade is in open and/or closed positions. The blade can be mounted on a leaf spring in the handle for pivotal movement relative to the handle between the open and closed positions. The leaf spring functions to support the blade and provide a biasing force that resiliently biases in a direction laterally toward the second locking element on the handle.

Abstract: A Multiple tool comprising a frame (2;102;202;302) supporting at least an holder (3;103;203;303) provided with a plurality of seats (4;104;204;304) for a respective plurality of implements (5;105;205;305), the holder (3;103;203;303) being selectively rotatable from an inactive position of minimum encumbrance to at least an opened position for the selection of an implement (5;105;205;305), and the frame (2;102;202;302) comprising an hexagonal recess (6;106;206;306) suitable for manually operate each of said implements (5;105;205;305).

Abstract: The present invention allows for convenient drilling and screwing. Using the present driver, one can insert the stem into the drill, turn the swivel arm on the pivot pin so that the drill bit is facing outwards, slide the collar up and over the opposite side of the swivel arm and covering the drill bit until it is force fit in. Drill the hole, slide the collar back, turn the swivel arm so that now the screw bit is facing outwards and repeat the steps above in order to force bit the collar and thereby prohibiting the swivel arm to spin. The swivel arm is also equipped with a screw tight mechanism in order to hole the screw bit or drill firmly in the swivel arm. This also allows a person to switch different size drill bits and screw bits.

Abstract: A compact utensil which has two utility components connected by an assisted opening hinge.

Abstract: A device includes a body having a first end, a second end, and four faces. The device is configured to stand upright on the second end. A plurality of tools is stored against the four faces in a closed position. A first face and a second face each includes a bit storage that holds at least one socket. A third face includes a drive, a can opener, and a blade. The drive and the can opener rotate about a first rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end. The blade rotates about an insert coupled to the first end. A fourth face includes a first set of tool drivers that rotates about a second rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end and a second set of tool drivers that rotates about a third rotatable mechanism coupled to the first end.

Abstract: A compact, folding tool permitting the exchange of implement sets, including one or more quick release mechanisms that are easily removed from a handle to release interchangeable implements; the tool further accommodating implement sets including different types and quantities of implements which are inhibited from rotating by an adjustable clamping force produced by the quick release mechanisms and optionally including over travel stops to obstruct implement rotation, or may rely solely on the clamping force provided by the quick release mechanisms to stabilize implements for use.

Abstract: A multi-function hand tool having a housing comprising two housing halves pivotally connected with disconnecting pliers. Each housing half contains a plurality of selectively removeable pivoting tools therein to perform a plurality of functions. Pliers having two releasable portion provides a pivotable connection between the two housing halves and are releasable to facilitate use of two tools simultaneously.

Abstract: A socket wrench includes a handle having a housing and a grip portion, a drive shank having a ratchet wheel mounted in the housing, two pawl members engaged with the ratchet wheel, a switching member located between the pawl members, two elastic members each biased between the housing and the respective pawl member, a control knob connected with the switching member, a driven arm having a mounting sleeve and an arcuate mounting slot, a connecting plate provided on the handle, and two driving arms provided on the connecting plate and received in the mounting slot. When in use, one of the driving arms drives the driven arm by a leverage to drive the drive shank to rotate a socket so as to operate a workpiece in an energy-saving manner.

Abstract: A locking folding tool is disclosed. The folding tool comprises a housing having a pair of sidewalls in spaced relation to each other, and a support extending transversely between the pair of sidewalls. The folding tool may further have a plurality of work tools pivotally supported by the support. As such, the support may define a pivot axis for the work tools. Each work tool may further have an associated lock engaging member. The folding tool may also include a lock member movable between a first position and a second position. When the lock member is in the first position, it may engage the lock engaging members so that each of the work tools is inhibited from pivoting about the support. When the lock member is in the second position, it may disengage the lock engaging member so that the work tools are pivotable about the support.

Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.

Abstract: A combination of a tire tool and a tool set includes its tire tool including two connecting lugs extending therefrom and with one connecting lug opposed to and spaced from the other, and a working section defined thereon. The two connecting lugs define a width extending in a direction transverse to a longitudinal direction of the tire tool. The combination includes its tool set including a housing member including two plates connected to each other in a spaced relationship and with one plate separated from the other in a first direction. The two plates include a space defined therebetween and define two openings and with one opening opposed from the other in a second direction transverse to the first direction. The tool set further includes a fixing device extending between and engaging with the two plates.

Abstract: A hand tool set includes two housings each having a chamber formed by a pair of side walls and a base wall, and each having an orifice formed in the base wall, and each having an anchoring member and a pivot axle, two or more tool members pivotally attached to one of the housings, and two or more tool elements pivotally attached to the other housing, and the tool elements are extendible out through an orifice of the other housing when the tool elements are perpendicular to the housing, and the tool members are extendible out through the orifice of the other housing when the tool members are perpendicular to the housing, the tool members and the tool elements are selectively useable by the users.

Abstract: A device includes a body having a first end, a second end, and four faces. The device is configured to stand upright on the second end. A plurality of tools is stored against the four faces in a closed position. A first face and a second face each includes a bit storage that holds at least one socket. A third face includes a drive, a can opener, and a blade. The drive and the can opener rotate about a first rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end. The blade rotates about an insert coupled to the first end. A fourth face includes a first set of tool drivers that rotates about a second rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end and a second set of tool drivers that rotates about a third rotatable mechanism coupled to the first end.

Abstract: A tool is made from a body and includes a driving end formed on a proximal end of the body for performing a specific procedure and a connecting end formed on the distal end of the body by bending the distal end. The distal end is formed to have a rectangular cross section prior to forming the connecting end.

Abstract: Provided is an emergency gas shutoff key and a water shutoff assembly for closing a gas valve and water valve, respectively. The gas shutoff key and water shutoff assembly are sized and configured for storage near the gas valve and water valve. In particular, the gas shutoff key includes a key body having a pair of keyholes formed therein. Each keyhole is configured to receive the gas valve stem for controlling the gas valve. The gas key further includes a hook for hanging on a gas pipe, and a stem for opening the water vault. The water shutoff assembly includes a water control axle and a lever arm sized to be insertable through a bore formed within the water control axle. The water control axle includes a water keyhole sized to receive the water valve stem for controlling the water valve.

Abstract: A tool, such as a multipurpose tool, is provided that includes a carabiner having a spring that is configured to be sufficiently rugged to withstand the anticipated utilization of the carabiner. The tool may include at least a first handle, including a carabiner defining an opening thereto, and at least one tool carried by the first handle. The tool may also include a spring connected to the first handle proximate the carabiner and a gate urged by the spring to extend at least partially across the opening defined by the carabiner. The first handle may also include a tab, and the spring may include a corresponding engagement member configured to engage the tab such that the tab resists movement of the spring relative to the first handle. A corresponding handle assembly may also be provided.

Abstract: A multipurpose folding hand tool including a tool holder permitting exchanges of blades. The tool may include a folding scissors including a spring that is moved into operative engagement with a scissors handle to open the scissors handles apart from each other only as the scissors approaches an extended, operative position with respect to the handle of the folding land tool, within which it may be stowed. A resilient grip member is incorporated in one of the handles of the folding multipurpose hand tool. A wire cutter and a crimping tool are located on pliers jaw tangs, between the pliers pivot and the foldable handles of the tool.

Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that includes a carabiner and that is designed to fold into a closed position that is relatively compact. As such, the carabiner of the multipurpose tool can be utilized to secure the multipurpose tool to a user, such as to a belt loop or the like, while permitting the multipurpose tool to be folded into a compact form. A handle that includes a carabiner and that can be utilized by such a multipurpose tool as well as a method of forming the handle are also provided. Still further, a multipurpose tool is provided that includes a handle defining a pocket for storing at least one bit in instances in which the bit is not engaged by the bit driver, thereby reducing the likelihood that the bit will be lost or otherwise separated from the multipurpose tool.

Abstract: A foldable tool kit including a case having two sideboards and several tools side by side arranged between the two sideboards. Each of the tools has a rod body, a pivoted end formed with a pivot hole and an operation end for driving a threaded member. The tools are pivotally disposed at least one end of the case via a pivot shaft. The foldable tool kit is flattened and lightweight and has beautified appearance. The volume of the foldable tool kit is minimized so that it is easy to carry and store the foldable tool kit.

Abstract: A multi tool with a handle arranged along a longitudinally aligned axis. The handle has a first end and a second end and a housing for containing a first tool. The multi tool also has a prop which interoperates with the first handle and provides stability against overturning of the multi tool when supporting a device. The multi tool also has a mount which is interoperable with either the handle or the prop. The mount will maintain a device in an upright position.

Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.

Abstract: A portable tool kit comprising a self-releasing clasp such that the clasp is released as a main body is rotated about a handle axle from a closed position to an open position with reference to a handle assembly. The main body and handle assembly cooperate to wholly enclose a set of tools when in the closed position. When in an open position, the tools of the main body are exposed to selection and rotation about a rivet of the main body cooperating with a biasing device of a biasing rivet of the main body to hold the tool in place. When fully extended, the main body and handle assembly permit the selection of a plurality of tools such as Phillips head and flat head screwdrivers of different sizes for extension from within the main body for use. Moreover, lamps may be provided on either end of the handle assembly for illuminating a work area.

Abstract: A tooling device configured to manipulate an electrical connector is disclosed. The tooling device has a body and a first pair of prongs pivotally mounted to the body. Each of the prongs of the first pair of prongs is spaced apart. The prongs pivot independent of each other and have an identical configuration.

Abstract: A multitool for a firearm provides a frame adapted for storage within a handgrip cavity of a firearm and a plurality of tools rotatably mounted to the frame to move from within the frame to extending from the frame as a result of being rotatably mounted, wherein the plurality of tools are adapted for use to rehabilitate the firearm under predetermined malfunction conditions.

Abstract: A frame has an opening, a gate mechanism partially bounding the opening, and a longitudinally extending rail. A tool that has a slot is adapted to receive the rail to removably attach the tool to the frame. The gate mechanism includes a gate that is pivotably coupled to the frame to permits access to the opening in the frame.

Abstract: An improved locking pliers is provided with an attachment member having a threaded aperture fixed on the handle of the locking pliers. In one embodiment, the attachment member is in the form of a coupling nut or other extended wide nut welded to the handle. In another embodiment, the attachment member is integrally formed as part of the handle during the manufacture of the pliers. In another embodiment, the attachment member is concentrically attached to the end of the handle so that a pulling, pushing or twisting force is applied along the plane of the handle without torque. The attachment member does not interfere with the normal locking operation or any other normal operation of the pliers. In another embodiment, a quick connection attachment member, such as a locking pin or quick disconnect joint, is used in place of a threaded portion.

Abstract: A multi-purpose hearing aid cleaning device including a housing that includes a pair of housing members that are supported for relative hinging therebetween and that defines open and closed positions. A plurality of cleaning pieces are supported in the housing with each cleaning piece pivotable from a storage position in which the cleaning piece is stored in the housing to a use position in which at least a portion of the cleaning piece extends out of the housing.

Abstract: An implement including a first tool having a first tool end in the form of a pig tail. The first tool includes an inwardly extending tab. A second tool is adjacent the first tool and has a second tool end adapted to receive a pin and includes a curved finger carried by the second tool end. A third tool is adjacent the second tool and has a third tool end which includes a sliding surface. A fourth tool is adjacent the third tool and has a fourth tool end which provides a ribbed interior surface adapted to engage a cap. Each tool is pivotally connected to a cylindrical retaining means, the tab selectively engaging the third tool, wherein when the tab engages the third tool, relative rotation is prevented.

Abstract: A multitool having an orientation of the handles in such a manner to allow access of various tools while the multitool is in a closed orientation and the plier region is contained within a central channel region of the first and second handle members.

Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that includes a carabiner and that is designed to fold into a closed position that is relatively compact. As such, the carabiner of the multipurpose tool can be utilized to secure the multipurpose tool to a user, such as to a belt loop or the like, while permitting the multipurpose tool to be folded into a compact form. A handle that includes a carabiner and that can be utilized by such a multipurpose tool as well as a method of forming the handle are also provided. Still further, a multipurpose tool is provided that includes a handle defining a pocket for storing at least one bit in instances in which the bit is not engaged by the bit driver, thereby reducing the likelihood that the bit will be lost or otherwise separated from the multipurpose tool.

Abstract: A tool device comprising two sides connected by two axles on which one or several functional tools and two covers are arranged. The tool device is configured to provide a stable T-construction by opening a first cover arranged on a first axle, rotating one of the functional tools arranged on the second axle (such as a thread tap) to 90°, closing the first cover and rotating the second cover 180°. The covers preferably include notches for engaging the functional tool rotated to 90° in a fixed position.

Abstract: A tool device includes a number of tool members and enclosing members selectively attachable to either of two ends of a housing, a tool element slidably received in the housing and movable out through the enclosing member, and a moving device attached to the tool element for moving the tool element into and out of the housing or the enclosing member. A follower is slidably received in the housing and coupled to the tool element, and a knob is coupled to the follower for moving the follower and the tool element relative to the housing. A positioning device may position the tool element to the housing. An additional tool device may be selectively attached to the housing.

Abstract: A hair styling tool for performing weaves without leaving a bulky and unkempt look and without damaging hair including a housing having a plurality of compartments formed therein. The hair styling tool includes a plurality of hair styling tools each having interior ends and exterior ends. The interior ends are pivotally coupled with the housing whereby each of the hair styling tools being removably positionable within the plurality of compartments in a closed orientation. Each of the plurality of hair styling tools have a styling tool portion disposed on the exterior ends thereof.

Abstract: A tool set includes a pivot unit extending in a first direction, and at least two tool units, each of which includes two tool members attached rotatably to the pivot unit. Each of the tool members includes a tool head, a tool body connected to the tool head and extending in a second direction transverse to the first direction, and a connecting head connected to the tool body and having the pivot unit extending rotatably therethrough. The tool members of each of the tool units are disposed adjacent to each other such that the tool bodies of the tool members are disposed side by side in a third direction transverse to the first and second directions, and such that the connecting heads of the tool members are disposed side by side in the first direction.

Abstract: A frame member for the handle of a folding knife or multipurpose tool includes an integral flange with an integral leaf spring. Frames are shown in the form of a channel with an integral external flange extending outwardly from the top of a channel wall in a direction away from the channel. Pivot pins extending through the channel and out the channel wall carry pivoting tool blades. An integral leaf spring on the external flange bears against the base of a blade pivotably connected to the frame outside of the channel. Other tool blades are carried inside the channel and pivot about the pivot pin.

Abstract: A multi-purpose folding tool including a pair of folding scissors, in which a scissors blade is movable about a pivot shaft, between a stowed position and a deployed position. A rocker is moved by a spring in the tool handle and urges a movable scissors blade toward an open position. In one embodiment two handles are folded about respective scissors blades to house the blades, and four springs hold the handles together with the folded scissors stowed within the handles. Protruding ears overlap and are located along side each other to hold the handles in place with respect to each other during use of screwdriver blades. When the tool is folded it has a smooth outside configuration allowing it to be carried in a pocket without causing undue wear.

Abstract: A folding multipurpose hand tool including folding pliers or scissors and other tool blades and bits. A pair of handles each has a pivot axle at each end. A base of each pliers jaw or scissors blade is mounted on the pivot axle at one end of a handle, allowing the handles to fold around the jaws to blades to a compact folded configuration of the tool. Each handle has frame side members with attached flanges. Elongate springs lie between the handle frame side members and fit around the flanges, rather than being riveted to the handle frame side members. The springs press against the base of each pliers jaw or other tool blade, to keep each in a folded position or support it in a deployed position. One end of a spring may be hooked around a spring retainer at one end of the handle. The pivot axles interconnect the handle frame side members and the jaws, blades, or tool bits.

Abstract: A foldable tool kit having a body constructed of a single elongate member to which is secured a plurality of individual tools pivotally movable about a pin between a folded position and a working position.

Abstract: Snap hook assemblies in which additional components have been incorporated are detailed. The assemblies maintain the general shapes of carabiners rather than those of conventional versions of the incorporated components. Included among the incorporated components may be light sources, knife blades, compasses, can or bottle openers, and watches, for example, although other components may be incorporated instead.

Abstract: The invention is a multiple function tool for use with computer systems made of a housing having a cover plate and a back plate connected by a plurality of rivets, as a unit, a plurality of implements connected to a housing, wherein the plurality of implements include a flashlight, a chip puller, a first screwdriver having a small Phillips head, a second screwdriver forming a small flat head, a continuity tester with an indicator light, a wire stripper, a crimper, and a laptop case cracker, wherein the plurality of implements are pivotably coupled to the plurality of rivets and the flashlight is positioned on the cover plate.

Abstract: A foldable tool kit having a body constructed of a single elongate member to which is secured a plurality of individual tools pivotally movable about a pin between a folded position and a working position.