Safety Light

Abstract

To provide a safety light.SOLUTION: A safety light 10 includes: a top housing 12; a printed circuit board assembly coupled to the top housing 12, the printed circuit board assembly having a top surface 16 and a bottom surface; a plurality of light elements coupled to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly, where the printed circuit board assembly is programmed to energize the plurality of light elements following depression of a first control button; a lens 64 coupled to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly and the plurality of light elements, the lens 64 having a first angled reflective surface and a plurality of side surfaces 68; and a bottom housing 94 coupled to the lens 64.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a safety light. [Background technology]

[0002] Individuals frequently find themselves in situations where light can promote personal safety. For example, safety workers (e.g., police officers, firefighters, medical personnel) walking along the edge of the road Police, military, and security personnel carry lights to warn oncoming traffic of their presence. For example, construction, transportation, power, airports, traffic control, and Workers in other industries, such as towing, use headlights to make themselves more visible in the dark. It is also known to carry and wear lights and / or reflective gear. , hunting, fishing, boating, camping, rock climbing, and Individuals who engage in outdoor activities, such as hiking, can see themselves more clearly. People are known to carry and wear lights and / or reflective gear to make it easier for them to There are.

[0003] However, it is necessary to carry a light, such as a flashlight or lantern. It is intrusive to do so because it requires the use of an individual's hands. Traditional wearable lights, such as headlamps, free up an individual's hands, but Headlamps are limited in terms of the direction in which they can project light. It only casts light in front of the user, but it can cast light in multiple directions at once. There is a need for light.

[0004] It also comes with a replaceable battery and a removable front lens for the wearable light. Conventional wearable lights are bulky due to the light source being directed toward the eye. Due to their weight and the high possibility of being displaced on the user, It tends to provoke sensation.

[0005] Those skilled in the art have realized the need for a multi-directional safety light that is portable, small in size, and low in weight. Recognizes the need to do so.

[0006] Those skilled in the art have a need for a multi-directional safety light that is wearable, small in size, and low in weight. They are more aware of the need to Summary of the Invention [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The present disclosure provides a safety light, comprising: An upper housing; a printed circuit board assembly coupled to the upper housing; The substrate assembly includes a printed circuit board assembly having a top surface and a bottom surface. and, A plurality of light elements coupled to a bottom surface of a printed circuit board assembly. The printed circuit board assembly includes a plurality of labels following depression of the first control button. a plurality of light elements programmed to excite light elements; coupled to a bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly and to a plurality of light elements; a lens including a first angled reflective surface and a plurality of side surfaces; , a lens, a bottom housing connected to the lens; Includes.

[0008] In another embodiment, the present disclosure provides: an upper housing including a wall; a printed circuit board assembly coupled to the upper housing; The circuit board assembly includes a printed circuit board having a top surface, a bottom surface, and a rechargeable power source. A circuit board assembly; A plurality of light elements coupled to a bottom surface of a printed circuit board assembly. wherein the printed circuit board assembly is adapted to, following depression of the first control button, It is programmed to excite multiple light elements in a loop and is connected to a second control button. Following the press of the button, the light elements of the second group are programmed to be energized. A number of light elements are rammed into the A beacon light element coupled to an upper surface of the printed circuit board assembly. wherein the printed circuit board assembly is adapted to: A beacon light element that is programmed to excite the beacon light element. and, a beacon light lens coupled to the beacon light element; The light lens includes a beacon light lens extending through the wall of the upper housing. , coupled to a bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly and to a plurality of light elements; a lens having a first angled reflective surface, a bottom angled reflective surface, and a plurality of side surfaces, the angle between the bottom reflective surface and the first angled reflective surface being , 110° to 150°; and a bottom housing coupled to the lens, the bottom housing including a magnet; Partial housing and To provide a safety light, including [Brief description of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a safety light according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an upper housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 3] FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a front elevational view of the upper housing. [Diagram 5] FIG. 2 is a rear elevation view of the upper housing. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a left side elevational view of the upper housing. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a right side elevational view of the upper housing. [Figure 8] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the upper housing. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the upper housing. [Figure 10] FIG. 1 illustrates a top perspective view of a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 11] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the PCBA. [Figure 12] FIG. 1 illustrates a left bottom perspective view of a PCBA and a rechargeable power source according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is a bottom right perspective view of the PCBA and rechargeable power supply. [Figure 14] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of a PCBA and a rechargeable power source according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 15A] FIG. 1 is a front elevation view of the PCBA and rechargeable power supply. [Figure 15B] FIG. 13 is a right side elevation view of the PCBA and rechargeable power supply. [Figure 16] FIG. 2 is a top perspective view of a button pad according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 17] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the button pad. [Figure 18]FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of a beacon light lens according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 19] FIG. 2 is a top view of the beacon light lens. [Figure 20] FIG. 2 is a first top perspective view of a beacon light lens. [Figure 21] FIG. 2 is a top rear perspective view of a lens according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 22] FIG. 2 is a bottom right perspective view of the lens. [Figure 23] FIG. 2 is a front top perspective view of the lens. [Figure 24] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the lens. [Diagram 25] FIG. [Figure 26] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the lens. [Figure 27] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the lens. [Figure 28] FIG. 2 is a left side elevational view of the lens. [Figure 29] FIG. 26 is a cross-sectional view of the lens taken along line AA in FIG. 25. [Diagram 30] FIG. 2 is a top right perspective view of a rubber seal according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 31] FIG. 2 is a left top perspective view of the rubber seal; [Diagram 32] FIG. 4 is a right bottom perspective view of the rubber seal; [Diagram 33] FIG. 4 is a left bottom perspective view of the rubber seal; [Diagram 34] FIG. 2 is a front elevational view of the rubber seal. [Diagram 35] FIG. 2 is a rear elevational view of the rubber seal. [Diagram 36] FIG. 2 is a left side elevational view of the rubber seal. [Figure 37] FIG. 2 is a right side elevational view of the rubber seal. [Figure 38] FIG. [Figure 39] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the rubber seal. [Diagram 40] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a rechargeable power connector according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 41] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a recharging port according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 42] FIG. 2 is a top left perspective view of a bottom housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Diagram 43] FIG. 2 is a top right perspective view of the bottom housing. [Diagram 44] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the bottom housing. [Diagram 45] FIG. 2 is a top view of the bottom housing. [Figure 46] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the bottom housing. [Figure 47] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a magnet according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 48] FIG. 2 is an exploded bottom perspective view of a safety light according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 49] FIG. 1 is an exploded top perspective view of a safety light according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 50] FIG. 2 is a top view of a safety light according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 51] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the safety light. [Figure 52] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of a safety light. [Figure 53] FIG. 2 is a rear elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 54] FIG. 2 is a left side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 55] FIG. 2 is a right side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 56] FIG. 2 is a rear top perspective view of the safety light. [Figure 57] FIG. 2 is a rear bottom perspective view of the safety light. [Figure 58] FIG. 2 is a front bottom perspective view of the safety light. [Figure 59] FIG. 57 is a cross-sectional view of the safety light taken along line AA in FIG. 56. [Figure 60] FIG. 57 is a right side cross-sectional view of the safety light taken along line BB in FIG. 56. [Figure 61] FIG. 57 is a left cross-sectional view of the safety light taken along line BB in FIG. 56. [Figure 62]FIG. 2 is a top perspective view of a safety light according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 63] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the safety light. [Figure 64] FIG. 2 is a top view of a safety light. [Figure 65] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the safety light. [Figure 66] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of a safety light. [Figure 67] FIG. 2 is a rear elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 68] FIG. 2 is a left side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 69] FIG. 2 is a right side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 70] FIG. 63 is an enlarged rear view of area A of the safety light of FIG. 62. [Figure 71] FIG. 2 is a top perspective view of a safety light according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 72] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of a safety light. [Figure 73] FIG. 2 is a rear elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 74] FIG. 2 is a right side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 75] FIG. 2 is a left side elevation view of the safety light. [Figure 76] FIG. 2 is a top view of a safety light. [Figure 77] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of the safety light. [Figure 78] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the safety light. [Figure 79] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of a safety light according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 80] FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of a lens according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0010] definition The numerical ranges disclosed herein include all values ​​from the lower and upper values ​​( Includes lower and upper values. Explicit values ​​(for example, 1 or 2; or 3 to 5; or 6; or 7), any subrange between any two explicit values Includes ranges (for example, 1 to 2; 2 to 6; 5 to 7; 3 to 7; 5 to 6, etc. ).

[0011] "Comprising," "including," and "having" The terms "components", "steps", or variations thereof may refer to any additional components, steps, or It is intended to exclude procedures, whether or not their existence is specifically disclosed. For the avoidance of any doubt, the word "comprising" is used All compositions claimed through the use of the term are intended to be non-limiting unless stated to the contrary. , any additional additives, whether polymeric or otherwise, ajuva In contrast, a substance that "consists essentially of" may be a substance that "contains" or a compound. The term "onsisting essentially of" is Any other components, except as required, from the scope of any subsequent description, Exclude a step or procedure. The term may refer to any component, step, or feature not specifically delineated or listed. excludes steps. The term "or" means, unless otherwise stated, The use of the singular refers to the listed members individually as well as in any combination. This includes the use of numeral forms and vice versa.

[0012] Any reference to the Periodic Table of the Elements is to CRC Press, Inc., 1990-1991. References in this table to groups of elements refer to groups of elements. This is based on a new notation for numbering.

[0013] Unless implied from the context or customary in the art to the contrary, All parts and percentages are by weight unless otherwise stated and all testing The methods are current as of the filing date of this disclosure.

[0014] For purposes of U.S. patent practice, the contents of any referenced patent, patent application, or publication Specifically, the disclosure of definitions (without conflicting with any definition specifically provided in this disclosure) (to the extent not expressly stated) and the general knowledge in the art. The entire disclosure is incorporated by reference (or its equivalent U.S. version). (Incorporated by reference).

[0015] A "polymer" is a compound formed by polymerizing monomers of the same or different types. A "polymer" is a polymer compound that is prepared by mixing a polymer with a carboxylic acid. "Interpolymer" refers to a polymer that is made up of at least two types of polymers. A polymer prepared by polymerization of a type of monomer or comonomer. can be, but is not limited to, a copolymer (which is usually a polymer made up of two different types of monomers) or comonomers), terpolymers (which are usually , which represent polymers prepared from three different types of monomers or comonomers. ), and tetrapolymers (which are usually made up of four different types of monomers or comonomers) (representing polymers prepared from mers).

[0016] A "multi-directional safety light" is a light that has at least two directions, at least three directions, or at least In some embodiments, the light can project light in at least four directions. Safety lights can be set from 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, or 8. or 9, or 10, or 14, or 16, or 18, or 20, It can project light in 22, 24, or 26 directions. In an embodiment, the multi-directional safety light is capable of projecting light in at least four directions.

[0017] The present disclosure provides a safety light 10 as shown in FIG. An upper housing 12 having a wall and a printed circuit connected to the upper housing 12. a printed circuit board assembly having a top surface and a bottom surface The safety light 10 is also connected to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly. a printed circuit board assembly including a first light element and a second light element connected to the first light element; A control button 42 is programmed to activate a plurality of light elements following depression of the control button 42. The safety light 10 is coupled to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board assembly. The lens 64 includes a first angled reflector and a plurality of light elements. The safety light 10 also includes a lens 64. The safety light 10 includes a surface 66 and a number of side surfaces 68. The housing 94 is connected to the

[0018] A. Upper housing Safety light 10, as shown in FIGS. 1-9, includes an upper housing 12.

[0019] The upper housing 12 includes a wall 13, as shown in FIG.

[0020] The upper housing 12 is formed from one or more rigid materials. Non-limiting examples of materials include impact resistant polymers, thermoplastic polymers, thermoset polymers, composites, , metal, glass, ceramic, cellulose, and / or combinations thereof. "Thermoplastic" polymers are polymers that can be repeatedly softened and made flowable when heated. When cooled to room temperature, the thermoplastic material can be returned to a rigid state. When heated to a softened state, it can be molded or extruded into an article of any given shape. "Thermoset" polymers, once hardened, are irreversibly hard. do.

[0021] In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 may include an upper The plate has two opposing surfaces including a top surface 16 and a bottom surface 18 .

[0022] In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 includes a plurality of side surfaces 20. 4, 5, 6 and 7, the side surface 20 is a front surface 20a, rear surface 20b, left surface 20c, and right surface 20d.

[0023] The upper housing 12 has a predetermined cross-sectional shape. Non-limiting examples of suitable cross-sectional shapes include: In some embodiments, the upper housing is a polygonal shape. A "polygon" is a polygon defined by at least three sides. A polygon is a closed, planar shape. A polygon can have 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 sides. , 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2200, 2 Non-limiting examples of suitable polygonal shapes include triangles, squares, rectangles, diamonds, trapezoids, flats, and polygons. FIG. 3 shows an upper housing having a rectangular cross-sectional shape. This shows group 12.

[0024] In one embodiment, a multiple threaded connector 22 is shown in FIGS. The threaded connector is connected to the bottom surface 18 of the upper housing 12 so as to The "threaded fastener 114" is sized to receive a threaded fastener 114, such as a screw. The upper housing 12 and the threaded connector 22 are of one-piece design. Or it is possible to have a composite design. A threaded connector with a "one piece design". The upper housing 12 with 22 is a one-piece rigid body, such as a molded piece. The upper part is made of a threaded connector 22 having a "composite design". The housing 12 is formed from two or more individual pieces (or parts) that These are combined during assembly. In one embodiment, the safety light 10 comprises two Contains one or three, four, five, or six threaded connectors 22 Threaded connector 22 is connected to bottom surface 18 of upper housing 12. In another embodiment, the safety light 10 is coupled to the bottom surface 18 of the upper housing 12. The connectors include four threaded connectors 22.

[0025] The upper housing 12 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. It is Noh.

[0026] B. Printed Circuit Board Assembly The safety light 10 is connected to an upper housing 12 as shown in Figures 10-15B. The device includes a printed circuit board assembly 24 to which the device is connected.

[0027] "Printed Circuit Board Assembly" or "PCBA" refers to the electronic components of a safety light. The PCBA24 is a component that mechanically supports and electrically connects the components. As shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the two surfaces include a top surface 26 and a bottom surface 28. The opposing surfaces are:

[0028] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 includes a plurality of side surfaces 30. The side surface 30 is, as shown in Figs. 10, 11, 15A and 15B, It includes a surface 30a, a rear surface 30b, a left surface 30c, and a right surface 30d.

[0029] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may include multiple The "threaded opening" includes a threaded opening 38. A cavity in the PCBA sized to accept a threaded fastener 114 . The threaded opening 38 allows the threaded fastener 114 to extend through the PCBA 24. In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 can be increased from two or three to four or It includes five or up to six threaded openings 38. In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 includes four threaded openings 38.

[0030] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 is a conductor circuit as shown in FIGS. 12, 13, 15A, and 15B. As shown, the rechargeable power source 32 may be 32 is a rechargeable battery. The rechargeable power source 32 provides electrical power to the PCBA 24. The rechargeable power source 32 is advantageously a conventional replaceable battery. This makes the safety light 10 much smaller and eliminates the need to disassemble it when the power supply runs out of charge. Avoid the necessity.

[0031] The rechargeable power source 32 is inductively coupled as shown in FIG. 41 and FIG. The safety light 10 may be recharged via a power strip or recharge port 34. The device includes a recharging port 34, allowing a user to recharge the rechargeable power source 32 through a power cord. It can be charged via a standard power cord and adapter In another embodiment, the rechargeable battery is connected to a power supply such as an AC power outlet. The power supply 32 may be attached to the wall 14 of the upper housing 12 and / or the bottom housing 94. through the wall 104 to a wireless power supply connected to an AC outlet It can be recharged via coupling (i.e., wireless charging).

[0032] In one embodiment, the rechargeable power connector 33 is as shown in FIG. , positioned within the rechargeable power source 32 or within a portion of the rechargeable power source 32 The rechargeable power connector 33 is a Universal Serial Bus (USB) or micro USB. The rechargeable power connector 33 is Charges the rechargeable power source 32 and provides software updates to the safety light 10 Transfer data from the All Light 10 to another device (e.g. a computer) and secure the Testing analytics for Site 10 can be shared across different devices (e.g. For example, the present invention may be configured to transmit the image to a computer (e.g., a personal computer), and / or combine the same. .

[0033] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 includes Global Positioning System (GPS) capability. It is configured to provide 10

[0034] In one embodiment, PCBA 24 generates, collects, stores, and / or The PCBA 24 generates, collects, stores, and transmits the Non-limiting examples of data that may be configured to be transferred include safety light 10 usage data. data (e.g., duration of battery life; multiple light elements 36 and / or The duration of time that a light is emitting light, such as a beacon light element 40 location information, such as GPS derived location; and combinations thereof; All light 10 testing analytics (e.g. detection of failed components) , power outage detection, software error detection, and combinations thereof); biometric data data (e.g., a user wearing a safety light 10 and / or 10) heart rate, temperature, facial recognition, and / or facial expression information about nearby individuals ; camera images; video; audio recordings; and any combination thereof.

[0035] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be connected to a mobile phone, a remote control, or another safety light, etc. It is configured to wirelessly connect to wireless devices such as Non-limiting examples of suitable wireless connections include: Bluetooth, Radio Frequency (RF), and Wireless Fidelity In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 receives signals from wireless devices. Multiple light elements 36 and / or beacon light elements can be connected via wireless communication. In some embodiments, the usage data, safety light, Testing analytics, biometric data, camera images, videos, audio recordings, and These combinations may be transferred wirelessly as wireless communications.

[0036] The PCBA 24 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. do.

[0037] C. Multiple Light Elements The safety light 10 is attached to the bottom surface of the PCBA 24 as shown in FIGS. 11-15B. 28 includes a plurality of light elements 36 coupled to the light source 28 .

[0038] "Light elements" include visible light, ultraviolet (UV) light, infrared (IR) light, and black light. , or a combination thereof. In one embodiment, each light element is capable of emitting visible light. Non-limiting examples of suitable visible light include white light, red light, orange light, yellow light, green light, , indigo light, blue light, purple light, and combinations thereof. The elements may be capable of emitting the same type of light or different types of light. For example, the safety light 10 may include multiple light elements 36. Each light element 36 emits white, blue, and red visible light. It is possible.

[0039] Non-limiting examples of suitable light elements 36 include light emitting diodes (LEDs), fluorescent lamps, and the like. lamps, xenon lamps, incandescent lamps, halogen lamps, optical fibers, and combinations thereof In one embodiment, each light element 36 is an LED. .

[0040] Each light element 36 coupled to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 is Oriented away from or in a direction opposite to the bottom surface 28 of the CBA 24. In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 includes a bottom surface 28 that is coupled to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24. Each light element 36 may be arranged to be spaced apart from or adjacent to the upper housing 12. In one embodiment, the bottom of the PCBA 24 emits light directed in the opposite direction. Each light element 36 coupled to surface 28 is connected to the bottom surface of PCBA 24. 28, 70°, 75°, 80°, or 85° to 90°, or emits light at angles of 95°, 100°, 105°, or 110°. In another embodiment, each light coupled to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 The elements 36 emit light at a 90° angle relative to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 .

[0041] The light element 36 is electrically connected to the PCBA 24 .

[0042] In one embodiment, the light element 36 is shown in FIGS. 2, the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 is connected to the side surface 28 of the PCBA 24. 30. In some embodiments, one or two, three, or or 4, or 5, or 6, or 7, or 8, or 9, or 10 Up to four light elements 36 are positioned adjacent the front side surface 30a of the PCBA 24. The number of pieces is determined by the number of pieces, from 1 or 2 to 3 or 4 or 5 or 6, or 7, 8, 9, or up to 10 light elements 36 on the PCB A24, adjacent to the rear side surface 30b, and 1 or 2 to 3 , or up to four, five, or six light elements 36 on PCBA 24 Located adjacent the left side surface 30c, and may be one or two, three, or Up to four, five, or six light elements 36 are mounted on the right side of the PCBA 24. In another embodiment, as shown in Figs. As shown, seven light elements 36 are provided on the front side surface 30a of the PCBA 24. , and six light elements 36 are positioned adjacent to the rear side of the PCBA 24. Two light elements 36 are positioned adjacent to the PCBA surface 30b. 24 and positioned adjacent to the left side surface 30c thereof, and two light elements 36 is positioned adjacent right side surface 30d of PCBA 24.

[0043] The plurality of light elements 36 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. It is possible.

[0044] D. Beacon Light Element In one embodiment, the safety light 10 is shown in FIGS. 10, 15A, and 15B. As shown, beacon light elements 4 are coupled to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24. Including 0.

[0045] The beacon light element 40 may be any light element disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the beacon light element 40 can be an LED. It is.

[0046] A beacon light element 40 coupled to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24 is Oriented away from or in the opposite direction to the top surface 26 of the BA 24 In one embodiment, a beam coupled to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24. The cone light element 40 is adapted to be moved away from or away from the bottom housing 94. In one embodiment, the top surface of the PCBA 24 is 26 is connected to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24. On the other hand, from 75°, 80°, or 85° to 90°, 95°, or 10 In another embodiment, the PCBA 24 emits light at an angle of 0° or up to 105°. A beacon light element 40 coupled to the top surface 26 is It emits light at an angle of 90° to the surface 26 .

[0047] In one embodiment, the beacon light element 40 is a light element selected from the plurality of light elements 36. It emits light in the opposite direction from the light emitted from the

[0048] The beacon light element 40 is electrically connected to the PCBA 24 .

[0049] In some embodiments, the safety lights 10 may include one, two, three, or four In one embodiment, the safety light 10 includes a beacon light element 40. and only one beacon light element 40.

[0050] The beacon light element 40 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. It is possible to do so.

[0051] E. Control Buttons The safety light 10, as shown in Figs. 1, 16 and 17, comprises at least one The control button 42 is included.

[0052] In one embodiment, the safety light 10 includes a number of control buttons 42. The safety lights 10 are available in 1 or 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 Up to control buttons 42.

[0053] Each control button 42 may be connected by a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a combination thereof. It is connected to PCBA24 via a

[0054] Non-limiting examples of suitable control buttons 42 include push buttons, push switches, and toggle switches. , touch switches, wireless switches, and combinations thereof. In the embodiment, each control button 42 is a push button.

[0055] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to generate multiple light emitters following depression of the control button 42. 36 and / or the beacon light element 40. In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to: Energy to the plurality of light elements 36 and / or the beacon light element 40 The first press is programmed to turn off the light element (36 and and / or 40), and a second press energizes the light element (36 and / or 40). When the energy is stopped, the light The light elements (36 and / or 40) do not emit light, i.e. The light elements (36 and / or 40) are energized. When the light is on, it emits light, i.e., the element is "on."

[0056] In one embodiment, the control button 42 is a touch switch. 1, the user taps the safety light 10 (e.g., on the upper surface 16 of the upper housing). and enables the sensor to be activated or deactivated, thereby , (respectively) a plurality of light elements 36 and / or a beacon light element 4 Exciting or deactivating energy to 0.

[0057] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may include a plurality of control buttons 42a, 42b, 42c, 42d, 42e, 42f, 42g, 42h ... In another embodiment, the PC The BA 24 activates the beacon light element 40 following the pressing of the second control button 42b. It is programmed to excite.

[0058] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to receive a first control button 42a following a press of the first control button 42b. a second light element 36a of the second group; Following pressing of the control button 42b, the second group of the plurality of light elements 36b is In one embodiment, the first group of multiple light sources is programmed to excite the first group of multiple light sources. The light elements 36a are those light elements located near the front surface 30a of the PCBA 24. The second group of light elements 36b is shown in FIG. As shown, those light elements 30a near the rear surface 30b of the PCBA 24 6. In another embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to: , programmed to excite the beacon light element 40.

[0059] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to generate multiple light emitters following depression of the control button 42. 36 and / or the beacon light element 40. It is designed to allow the light source to emit a specific type of light, a specific color of light, or a combination of both. This causes the element (36 and / or 40) to release.

[0060] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to generate multiple light emitters following depression of the control button 42. 36 and / or the beacon light element 40. It can be a strobe pattern, a timed flash pattern, a continuous pattern, or an alternating color pattern. A light element is a predefined pattern, such as a split pattern, a split pattern, or a combination of these. This causes the ment (36 and / or 40) to emit light.

[0061] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 may be configured to transmit multiple labels following the press of a single control button 42. 36 and the beacon light element 40. It is being done.

[0062] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 is an emergency button 44, as shown in FIG. The "emergency button" includes a control button 42 that, upon pressing, turns off all light elements. (36 and / or 40) can be excited, and following a second press, all lines Can stop all energy to the 36 and / or 40 elements In one embodiment, the emergency button 44 is located in the upper housing as shown in FIG. It is centrally located within the 12.

[0063] In one embodiment, the PCBA 24 includes a power save button 46, as shown in FIG. The "power save button" includes a control button 42 that activates the light elements (3 6 and / or 40). In one embodiment, the power saving button is 10% or 20% of the light elements (36 and 40) of the safety light 10, or From 30% or 40% to 50%, 60%, 70%, or 80% To excite.

[0064] The control buttons (42, 44, 46) are formed from one or more flexible materials. A non-limiting example of a suitable flexible material is rubber.

[0065] In one embodiment, the control buttons (42, 44, 46) are as shown in FIGS. As shown in FIG. 1, the button pad 48 is formed. In one embodiment, the button pad 48 has a one-piece design, in which the control buttons (42, 44, 46) are one-piece flexible The button pad 48 is formed from a top surface 50 and a bottom surface 52. As shown in FIG. 16, the control button has two opposing surfaces, including a surface 52. The tongues (42, 44, 46) protrude from an upper surface 50 of the button pad 48.

[0066] The button pad 48 has a predetermined cross-sectional shape, which may be any of the cross-sectional shapes disclosed herein. The cross-sectional shape of the button pad 48 may be any cross-sectional shape as described above. 16 and 17 show a cross-sectional view of the housing 12 having a rectangular cross-sectional shape. 4 shows a button pad 48.

[0067] In one embodiment, the button pad 48 may be, as shown in FIGS. The opening includes a number of threaded openings 56. A "threaded opening" is defined as an opening that is threaded with a thread such as a screw or the like. A cavity in the button pad 48 sized to accept a threaded fastener 114. The threaded opening 56 allows the threaded fastener 114 to pass through the button pad 48. In one embodiment, the threaded opening in the button pad 48 allows The portion 56 is aligned with the threaded opening 38 in the PCBA 24, which is 12, and the threaded fastener 114 is aligned with the threaded connector 22 of the PCB A24 and button pad 48 and can be connected to upper housing 12. In one embodiment, the button pad 48 can be selected from two or three buttons. It may include four, five, or up to six threaded openings 56. In some embodiments, The button pad 48 includes four threaded openings 56 .

[0068] In one embodiment, the button pad 48 is provided at the top portion 48 as shown in FIG. In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 has a button a and a bottom portion 48b. The upper portion 48a of the pad 48 is sized to receive the upper portion 48a.

[0069] In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 includes a plurality of buttons, as shown in FIG. The "button opening" is a cavity in the wall 14 of the upper housing 12. As shown in Figs. 1 and 59, the control buttons (42, 44, 46) are attached to the wall. 14. In one embodiment, the upper housing The pack 12 includes a plurality of button openings 54, each of which is connected to a button pad. The control buttons (42, 44, 46) on the button pad 48 are aligned with each other. The number of control buttons (42, 44, 46) is determined by the button opening 54 in the upper housing 12. is the same number.

[0070] In one embodiment, the button pad 48 may be, as shown in FIGS. The beacon aperture 58 is a beacon aperture that receives the beacon light element 40. A cavity in the button pad 48 sized to receive a beacon light. The element 40 is allowed to extend through the button pad 48 .

[0071] In one embodiment, the bottom portion 48b of the button pad 48 is made of a rubberized gasket. The rubberized gasket acts as a seal between the lens 64 and the upper housing 12 A waterproof or semi-waterproof seal is formed between the

[0072] The control button 42 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. be.

[0073] The button pad 48 may include two or more of the embodiments disclosed herein. It is.

[0074] F. Beacon Light Lens In one embodiment, the safety light 10 is shown in FIGS. 1, 18-20, and 70. As shown in FIG. 1, the beacon light lens 60 is a beacon light lens that The light receiving element 40 is connected to the light receiving element 40.

[0075] The beacon light lens 60 is formed from one or more rigid materials and the light is It is possible for the material to pass through one or more rigid materials. Non-limiting examples of suitable rigid materials include impact resistant polymers, thermoplastic polymers, thermosetting polymers, composites, glass, ceramics The materials may include, but are not limited to, cellulose, acrylic, and / or combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 is made of glass, polymethylmethacrylate, poly Carbonate resin, polystyrene resin, styrene-acrylonitrile resin, cellulose acetate acetate, polypropylene, nylon, polychlorotrifluoroethylene, ethylene-tetrafluoroethylene Trifluoroethylene copolymer, polyvinylidene chloride, fluorinated ethylene / propylene copolymer Polymer, polyethylene terephthalate, silic class, or In one embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 is The material is made of a transparent or translucent material. A "transparent" material allows all light in or out of it. A "translucent" material allows between 0% and 100% of the light to pass through it. Allows less than 100% of the light to pass through the material.

[0076] The beacon light lens 60 has a predetermined cross-sectional shape. It can be any cross-sectional shape disclosed. FIG. 19 shows a cross-sectional shape having a circular cross-sectional shape. 1 shows a beacon light lens 60.

[0077] In one embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 is and a button pad 48. In a further embodiment, the beacon light lens 6 0 is coupled to the beacon light element 40 and the top surface 50 of the button pad 48. is.

[0078] The beacon light lens 60 is aligned with the beacon light element 40; Light emitted from the beacon light element 40 passes through the beacon light lens 60 It looks like this.

[0079] In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 includes a beacon light as shown in FIG. The beacon light lens opening 62 is a lens opening for the beacon light. A cavity in the wall 14 of the upper housing 12 sized to receive the lens 60. At least a portion of the beacon light lens 60 extends through the upper housing 12. The length of the wire can be extended.

[0080] In one embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 is disposed on the upper The top portion 60a is directly adjacent to the bottom portion 60b. It has a diameter less than (<) the diameter.

[0081] In one embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 is a bottom The portion 60b has a reflective surface 61. A "reflective surface" is a surface that can reflect light. In some embodiments, the flat surface is made of, for example, a metal (e.g., nickel, chromium, Reactive materials such as aluminum, aluminum, gold, silver, and combinations thereof, or polymer materials. The reflector is coated with a reflective material to form a reflective surface. The material is vacuum deposited onto a flat surface to form a reflective surface. In one embodiment, the reflective surface 61 The beacon light element has a cone-like shape, as shown in FIG. The light emitted from the beacon 40 is reflected by the reflective surface 61 and projected onto the upper portion of the beacon light lens 60. Projects through minute 60a.

[0082] In one embodiment, the upper housing 12 includes a bottom portion 60 of a beacon light lens 60. sized to receive the upper portion 60a of the beacon light lens 60, rather than the upper portion 60b. The beacon light lens has a beacon light lens opening 62. As a result, the beacon light lens The bottom portion 60b of the safety light 10 is disposed below the bottom surface 18 of the upper housing 12. In one embodiment, the beacon light lens 60 includes a bottom portion 60b. below the bottom surface 18 of the upper housing 12 and above the top surface of the button pad 48. 50, contained within the safety light 10. In other words, the beacon light lens The bottom portion 60b of the lens 60 is positioned between the button pad 48 and the upper housing 12. The upper portion 60a of the beacon light lens 60 is disposed on the wall 1 of the upper housing 12. It extends through 4.

[0083] The beacon light lens 60 protrudes beyond the upper surface 16 of the upper housing 12. In some embodiments, the beacon light lens may be protruding. 60 is an upper part of the upper housing 12 as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 60 and FIG. It protrudes beyond the surface 16 .

[0084] The safety light 10 includes an equal number of beacon light elements 40 and beacon light lenses. In some embodiments, the safety light 10 includes one, two, or three, or The safety light 10 may include up to four beacon light lenses 60. In one embodiment, the safety light 10 may include It includes one and only one beacon light lens 60 .

[0085] The beacon light lens 60 disclosed herein may include two or more embodiments. It is possible.

[0086] G. Lens The safety light 10 includes a lens 64 that is in contact with the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 and 1 and 21 to 23. The lens 64 is connected to the light elements 36. As shown in FIG. 29, the device has an angled reflective surface 66 and multiple side surfaces 68. is.

[0087] Lens 64 may be formed from any of the lens materials disclosed herein. In an embodiment, lens 64 is formed from a transparent or translucent material.

[0088] In one embodiment, the lens 64 is disposed on the upper surface of the lens 64 as shown in FIGS. The lens 64 has two opposing surfaces, including a face 70 and a bottom surface 72. Surface 70 is oriented parallel to a bottom surface 72 of lens 64. The term "parallel" as used herein refers to the fact that the top surface 70 is parallel to the bottom surface 72 of the lens 64. It indicates that the two elements extend in the same direction or in substantially the same direction. shows a top surface 70 and a bottom surface 72 that are parallel to one another.

[0089] In one embodiment, the lens 64 has a bottom surface 72 that is a reflective surface. A "surface" is a flat surface that can reflect light. In some embodiments, the flat surface can be, for example, , metals (e.g., nickel, chromium, aluminum, gold, silver, and combinations thereof) or polymeric materials to form a reflective surface. In some embodiments, the reflective material is vacuum deposited onto a flat surface to form a reflective surface. .

[0090] Lens 64 includes an angled reflective surface 66. An "angled reflective surface" is defined as a surface that is 4, the top surface 70 of the lens, the bottom surface 72 of the lens, or a combination thereof, other than 90°. The plane extends at an angle of 0.05 mm to 0.05 mm, and the plane is a plane of light emitted from the light elements 36. The angled reflective surface 66 can be flat or curved. In one embodiment, the angled reflective surface 66 may be flat. 21-29 show a flat angled reflective surface 66. 3 shows a lens 64 provided with the

[0091] In one embodiment, the angle X between the bottom surface 72 and the angled reflective surface 66 is As shown in the figure, 110°, 115°, 120°, or 125°. to 130°, 135°, 140°, 145°, or 150° In one embodiment, the angle between the bottom surface 72 and the angled reflective surface 66 is X is 135°.

[0092] In some embodiments, the lenses 64 may be one, two, three, four, or five. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 12, Or 14, or 16, or 18, or 20, or 22, or 24 1, 26, 28, 30, or up to 40 angled reflective tables For purposes of this disclosure, the bottom surface 72 of the lens 64 and the angled reflective surface Between 66, 110°, 115°, 120°, or 125° to 130 °, or 135°, or 140°, or 145°, or 150° Each angled reflective surface 66 having an X is constitutes the "first angled reflective surface" 66a. However, as shown in Figs. The first angled reflective surface 66a shown in FIG. It will be understood that the reflecting surface 66 includes individual flat angled reflective surfaces 66.

[0093] In one embodiment, the angle Y between the top surface 70 and the angled reflective surface 66 is As shown in the figure, 110°, 115°, 120°, or 125°. to 130°, 135°, 140°, 145°, or 150° In one embodiment, the angle Y between the top surface 70 and the angled reflective surface 66 is: It is 135°.

[0094] In one embodiment, the lens 64 is aligned at a first angle, as shown in FIGS. 4. The angled reflective surface 66 includes a first angled reflective surface 66a and a second angled reflective surface 66b. 110° between the top surface 70 of the lens 64 and the angled reflective surface 66, or 115°, or 120°, or 125° to 130°, or 135°, or 14 Each angled with the same angle Y up to 0°, 145°, or 150° The reflective surface 66, as shown in Figures 21-29, is a "second angled reflective surface." 66b. However, the second angled one shown in Figs. The reflective surface 66b is made up of 14 individual flat corners, as shown in Figs. It is understood to include prescription reflective surfaces.

[0095] In one embodiment, the lens 64 has a first angled reflective surface 66a and a second angled The first angled reflective surface 66a and the second angled reflective surface 66b are The angle Z between the surface 66b can vary from 80° or 85° as shown in FIG. 90°, or 95°, or up to 100°. In one embodiment, the lens 64 is The first angled reflective surface 66a and the second angled reflective surface 66b are The angle Z between the angled reflective surface 66a and the second angled reflective surface 66b is 90°. It is.

[0096] The first angled reflective surface 66a and the second angled reflective surface 66b are 4 may be continuous around the periphery 74 or may not be continuous. 21-29 show a first lens 64 that is not continuous around the periphery 74 of the lens 64. 1 shows an angled reflective surface 66a and a second angled reflective surface 66b, , they are discontinuous.

[0097] In one embodiment, the lens 64 includes a first angled reflective surface 66a and a bottom surface The angle X between 72 and the first angled reflective surface 66a is 135°. In this embodiment, the lens 64 includes a second angled reflective surface 66b and a top surface 70 and a second The angle Y between the angled reflective surface 66b is 135°. The angle Z between the first angled reflective surface 66a and the second angled reflective surface 66b is: It is 90°.

[0098] The lens 64 has a number of side surfaces 68. In one embodiment, the lens 64 is It includes 4 to 5, or 6, or 7, or 8 side surfaces 68. In an embodiment, lens 64 includes four side surfaces 68. 21-24, 27, and 28, the front side surface 68a , a rear side surface 68b, a left side surface 68c, and a right side surface 68d. The side surfaces 68 of the lens 64 are connected to the top surface 70 and bottom surface 72 of the lens 64 as shown in FIG. The top and bottom surfaces 70 and 72 of the lens 64 extend perpendicular to each other. The side surfaces 68 extending "perpendicular" to the top and bottom surfaces 70 and 72 of the lens 64 72. Each side surface 68 may be flat or FIG. 29 shows a lens 64 with a flat side surface 68. It shows.

[0099] The side surface 68 extends in a continuous manner around a periphery 74 of the lens 64 .

[0100] The side surfaces 68 are not reflective. In other words, light is reflected by the side surfaces 68 of the lens 64. 4. Rather than being reflected by the side surface 68, the light is transmitted or projected through the side surface 68.

[0101] In one embodiment, the light elements 36 extend from the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24. The light is directed away from the first angled reflective surface of the lens 64. 66a and projected through the side surfaces 68 of the lens 64. The angle of reflection (i.e. the angle at which light hits the reflective surface) is It will be appreciated that the angle θ is equal to the angle θ. Thus, the present safety light 10 advantageously has 64 at an angle of 90° with the upper surface 70 of the lens 64. 36 downwardly and still parallel or substantially parallel to the upper surface 70 of the lens 64. Projecting light outwardly through multiple side surfaces 68 of lens 64 in substantially parallel directions This configuration allows the light element 36 to be positioned behind the lens (i.e., This allows the lens 64 to be positioned above the lens 64 rather than parallel to the lens 64 as in the past. This enables the safety light 10 to have a smaller length and width compared to the safety light of the .

[0102] In one embodiment, the lens 64 may be as shown in FIGS. Included in the lens 64 is a plurality of light posts 76 coupled to the upper surface 70 of the lens 64. 64 and the light post 76 may have a unitary or composite design. The lens 64 with the light post 76 having a "one-piece design" is preferably a molded piece or the like. The light post 7 has a "composite design" and is made from a single piece of rigid material. The lens 64 with 6 is formed from two or more individual pieces (or parts) Each light post 76 is fitted with a light pole, which is then fitted together during assembly. 36. Thus, the safety light 10 has the same number of light elements. The light post 76 preferably includes a lens 64 and the plurality of light elements 36, thus reducing the separation between the lens 64 and The amount of air between the lens 64 and the light elements 36 is reduced. The reduction in the amount of air between the light elements 36 reduces the amount of light dissipation and attenuation that occurs in the air. , resulting in more light entering lens 64.

[0103] Each light post 76 has a predetermined shape. Non-limiting examples of suitable shapes include: is a regular rectangular prism, a rectangular parallelepiped, a circular cylinder, a frustum, a pentagonal prism, a scalene rectangular prism, and combinations thereof. Figure 21 shows a light post 76 having a rectangular parallelepiped shape.

[0104] The lenses 64 disclosed herein may include more than one embodiment. .

[0105] In one embodiment, the lens 364 may be provided with a hologram on top of the lens 364, as shown in FIG. The lens 364 and the lens 365 are connected to the lens surface 370. and spacing post 377 may have a unitary or composite design. The lens 364 with spacing posts 377 having a "one-piece design" is a molded pin. A "composite design" The lens 364 with pacing post 377 may be made up of two or more separate pieces (or The spacer is made up of two parts, which are fitted together during assembly. The light posts 377 are positioned between the light posts 376 as shown in FIG. Each spacing post 377 has a height H S and has a height H S is the distance between the lens top surface 370 and the spacing post top surface 379. Each light post 376 has a height of H P and has a height H P The upper surface of the lens 370 and the light post upper surface 379. The light posts 377 are arranged at a height H of each light post 376 as shown in FIG. P Yo Larger height H S The PCBA bottom surface has a spacing post. 377. The PCBA bottom surface is in contact with the top surface 379 of each of the spacing poles 377. When the upper surface 379 of the striker 377 is in contact with the striker 377, a gap (i.e., a cavity) is formed. , between the upper surface 375 of each light post 376 and each light element In other words, the light element is in direct contact with the lens 364. The gap is not in direct contact with the light post 376. from potential damage that may be caused by direct contact between the optics and the lens 364. Protects the light element. As used herein, "direct contact" means: 3 represents a particular configuration whereby the light element is immediately adjacent to the lens 364. a light element is positioned adjacent to the lens 364, the light element is touching the lens 364, and an intervening structure; There is no substantial air gap or cavity between the light element and the lens 364. .

[0106] In one embodiment, each light post 376 is 1 mm, or 1.5 mm, or Height H from 1.9mm to 2.0mm or 2.5mm P It has.

[0107] In one embodiment, each spacing post 377 is 2.6 mm, or 2. 7mm, or 2.8mm to 2.9mm, or 3.0mm, or 3.2mm, or Height H is up to 3.5mm S It has.

[0108] In one embodiment, each light post 376 is 1 mm, or 1.5 mm, or or 1.9mm to 2.0mm or 2.5mm P and Spacing Post 377 is available in 2.6mm, 2.7mm, or 2.8mm Height H to be 2.9mm, or 3.0mm, or 3.2mm, or up to 3.5mm SIn a further embodiment, each light post 376 has a Height H from 2.0mm to P Each has a spacing post 377 has a height H between 2.8mm and 2.9mm S It has.

[0109] In some embodiments, the lenses 364 are two, three, four to five, or Includes 6, 7, 8, or up to 10 spacing posts 377. In a further embodiment, the lens 364 includes eight spacing posts 377, which Each spacing post is positioned between the light posts 376 .

[0110] The lenses 364 disclosed herein may include two or more embodiments. do.

[0111] H. Rubber seal In one embodiment, the safety light 10 may be configured as shown in FIGS. 1 and 30-39. , including a rubber seal 78 .

[0112] The rubber seal 78 acts as a rubberized gasket and is The gasket provides a watertight or semi-watertight seal between the lens 64 and the bottom housing 94. It is formed.

[0113] The rubber seal 78 has a cross-sectional shape that is in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure. The rubber seal 78 is attached to the upper housing 1. 38 and 39 show a rectangular cross-sectional shape. 3 shows a rubber seal 78.

[0114] The rubber seal 78 has a top surface 80 and a bottom surface 82 as shown in FIGS. The base plate 80 has two opposing surfaces, including a bottom surface 82 .

[0115] In one embodiment, the rubber seal 78 is disposed at the upper portion as shown in FIGS. In one embodiment, the lens 64 is made of a rubber material. The upper portion 78a of the hole 78 is sized to receive the upper portion 78a of the hole 78. In one embodiment, , an upper portion 78a of the rubber seal 78 is connected to the lens 64 and the PCBA 24. .

[0116] In one embodiment, the rubber seal 78 is a multi-layer rubber seal as shown in FIGS. The threaded opening includes a number of threaded openings 84. A "threaded opening" is defined as a threaded opening that is A cavity in the rubber seal 78 sized to receive a threaded fastener 114 The threaded opening 84 allows a threaded fastener 114 to extend through the rubber seal 78. In one embodiment, the threaded opening 84 in the rubber seal 78 is , which aligns with the threaded opening 38 in the PCBA 24 , which in turn aligns with the screw of the button pad 48 . 1. The threaded connector 50 of the upper housing 12 is aligned with a threaded opening 56 that is 22, and a threaded fastener 114 connects the rubber seal 78, the PCBA 24, and and button pad 48 so as to be connectable to upper housing 12. In one embodiment, the rubber seals 78 are two or three, four or includes five or up to six threaded openings 84. In one embodiment, a rubber seal 78 includes four threaded openings 84 .

[0117] In one embodiment, the rubber seal 78 is retractable as shown in FIGS. The rechargeable power supply opening 86 is a rechargeable power supply opening 3. 2. In this embodiment, the rechargeable power source 32 is coupled to the rubber seal 78 .

[0118] In one embodiment, the rubber seal 78 is retractable as shown in FIGS. The recharge port opening 88 is adapted to receive the recharge port 34. The cavity in the rubber seal 78 is sized to fit the appropriate recharge port 34. A non-limiting example of this is the Universal Serial Bus (USB) as shown in FIG. The recharge port 34 electrically connects the PCBA 24 to the rechargeable power source 32. is connected to

[0119] In one embodiment, the rubber seal 78 is retractable as shown in FIGS. The recharge port cover 90 includes a flexible recharge port cover 90. In one embodiment, the recharge port cover 90 is It is attached to the bottom portion 78b of the rubber seal 78 by a hinge 92. 33 shows a bottom portion 78b of the rubber seal 78 attached by a flexible hinge 92. 30 and 31. The recharging port cover 90 is shown in FIG. When the recharge port cover 90 is in the open position as shown in FIG. Allows access to the charging port 34. Recharge port cover 90 is in the closed position. At times, the recharge port cover 90 creates a protective seal over the recharge port 34. , preventing debris and moisture from entering the recharge port 34.

[0120] The rubber seal 78 disclosed herein may include more than one embodiment. be.

[0121] I. Bottom Housing The safety light 10 includes a bottom housing 94, as shown in FIGS. .

[0122] The bottom housing 94 is coupled to the lens 64. In one embodiment, the bottom housing The ring 94 is connected to the lens 64 via a rubber seal 78, which is It is adapted to be positioned between the main housing 94 and the lens 64 .

[0123] The bottom housing 94 is formed from a rigid material. The material can be any rigid material that is suitable for use in a vehicle.

[0124] The bottom housing 94 has a wall 104, as shown in FIGS. is.

[0125] The bottom housing 94 has an upper surface 96 and a bottom surface 97 as shown in FIGS. The housing has two opposing surfaces, including a bottom surface 98 and a bottom surface 99. The top surface 96 of the housing 94 is connected to the bottom surface 82 of the rubber seal 78 .

[0126] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 includes a plurality of side surfaces 100. In this embodiment, the side surface 100 is in contact with the front surface 100 as shown in FIGS. a, a rear surface 100b, a left surface 100c, and a right surface 100d.

[0127] The bottom housing 94 has a cross-sectional shape, which is defined as described herein. The cross-sectional shape of the bottom housing 94 may be any of the cross-sectional shapes shown. 45 and 46 show the same cross-sectional shape of the upper housing 12. 1 shows a bottom housing 94 having

[0128] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 may be, as shown in FIGS. The threaded opening 102 includes a plurality of threaded openings 102. A "threaded opening" is an opening that is of the bottom housing 94 sized to accept such threaded fasteners 114. The threaded opening 102 is a hollow space within the threaded fastener (or 104) through the wall 104 of the bottom housing 94. In one embodiment, the threaded opening 102 in the bottom housing 94 is 2. The threaded opening 84 of the PCBA 24 is aligned with the threaded opening 84 of the PCBA 78. 38, which in turn aligns with threaded opening 56 in button pad 48. It mates with the threaded connector 22 on the upper housing 12 and is The fastener 114 connects the bottom housing 94, the rubber seal 78, the PCBA 24, and the button The pad 48 extends through the upper housing 12. In one embodiment, the threaded opening 102 has a narrow diameter portion and a wide straight portion. A portion of the threaded fastener 114 (e.g., the head of a screw) has a diameter portion. ) cannot extend through the wall 104 of the bottom housing 94 In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 may have two or three, four or five, or up to six threaded openings 102. In one embodiment, the bottom housing 9 4 includes four threaded openings 102.

[0129] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 may be, as shown in FIGS. , recharge port opening 106. The "recharge port opening" refers to the recharge port cover 9 0. In a cavity in the wall 104 of the bottom housing 94 sized to receive The recharge port opening 106 in the bottom housing 94 is connected to the recharge port opening 106 in the rubber seal 78. It is aligned with the charging port opening 88 .

[0130] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 includes a magnet 108. Non-limiting examples of suitable magnets include: A suitable example is shown in FIG. 47. The magnet has a given shape. Non-limiting examples of suitable shapes include: Typical examples are square prisms, rectangular parallelepipeds, cylinders, frustums, pentagonal prisms, scalene prisms, pyramids, and their Figure 47 shows a magnet 108 having a cylindrical shape.

[0131] The safety light 10 including the magnet 108 advantageously has a magnetized surface that is magnetically attached to a magnetic material or article. Non-limiting examples of magnetic articles include automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, magnets, etc. Stone-containing stands, helmets, helmet mounts, boats (e.g. kayaks , motorboats, and canoes), and mounting plates. A typical example is the mounting plate disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 9,478,108. , the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. The article comprises a magnet 108 and a magnetic For example, the magnetic material may be disposed between the user's clothing (e.g., A garment (e.g., a jacket or shirt) may be disposed between the mounting plate and the magnet 108, The magnet 108 is coupled to the mounting plate through the user's clothing, thereby , releasably attaching the safety light 10 to the user's clothing. Can be used on clothing, helmets, backpacks, belts, tents, windows, boats (for example , boat siding), containers, road signs, and combinations thereof.

[0132] A non-limiting example of a suitable magnet 108 is neodymium iron boron. Stone 108 is essentially encapsulated in a water-resistant coating such as a silicone coating. It may be cellular or completely encapsulated.

[0133] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 94 may be, as shown in FIGS. , includes a magnet bracket 110. The "magnet bracket" is configured to receive and hold the magnet 108. As shown in Figures 43 and 44, the magnetic The stone bracket 110 includes a cavity in the wall 104 of the bottom housing 94, the cavity being The magnet bracket 110 and the bottom bracket 112 have a diameter smaller than that of the magnet 108. The housing 94 may have a unitary or composite design.

[0134] The magnet bracket 110 and the magnet 108 have a reciprocal shape. When the stone 108 has a cylindrical shape, the magnetic bracket 110 is as shown in FIG. As shown, the magnet 108 has a cylindrical shape sized to receive and hold the magnet 108. .

[0135] In one embodiment, the magnet 108 is coupled to a magnet bracket 110. In one embodiment, the magnet 108 is coupled to the bottom surface 82 of the rubber seal 78. In this embodiment, the magnet 108 is arranged as shown in FIGS. 48, 49, 59, and 61. It is connected to the bottom surface 82 of the rubber seal 78 via adhesive 112 .

[0136] The bottom housing 94 disclosed herein may include more than one embodiment. It is Noh.

[0137] J. Safety Light The present disclosure provides a safety light 10, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 50-69. The safety light 10 includes an upper housing 12 having a wall 14 and a and a PCBA 24 connected to the PCBA 24, the PCBA 24 having a top surface 26 and a bottom surface 2 8. Safety light 10 is also coupled to bottom surface 28 of PCBA 24. The PCBA 24 includes a plurality of light elements 36 that are illuminated when a first control button 42 is pressed. It is then programmed to energize a number of light elements 36. The light source 10 is coupled to a bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 and a plurality of light elements 36. The lens 64 includes a first angled reflective surface 66a and a plurality of side reflective surfaces. The safety light 10 also has a bottom surface 68 connected to the lens 64. In one embodiment, the safety light is attached to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24. A beacon light element 40 connected to the beacon light element 40 and a beacon light lens 60 attached to the upper housing. The PCBA 24 extends through the wall 14 of the housing 12 and includes a second control button 42b. is programmed to excite the beacon light element 40 following pressing of .

[0138] 48 and 49 show exploded views of an embodiment of the present safety light 10. FIG.

[0139] In one embodiment, the safety light 10 includes an upper housing 12 having a wall 14 and an upper and a PCBA 24 coupled to the housing 12. The PCBA 24 has an upper surface 26 , a bottom surface 28, and a rechargeable power source 32. The safety light 10 also includes a PCB A plurality of light elements 36 are coupled to the bottom surface 28 of PCBA24. 4, following pressing of the first control button 42a, a plurality of light elements of the first group 36a are turned on. 36, and pressing the second control button 42b A second group 36b of light elements 36 is then programmed to be energized. The safety light 10 is mounted on a beacon that is coupled to the top surface 26 of the PCBA 24. The PCBA 24 includes a light element 40, and the PCBA 24 detects the depression of the third control button 42c. The beacon light element 40 is then programmed to be energized. The beacon light lens 60 is connected to the beacon light element 40. The light lens 60 extends through the wall 14 of the upper housing 12. The lens 64 , coupled to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 and a plurality of light elements 36 . Lens 64 includes a first angled reflective surface 66a, a bottom reflective surface 72, and a number of side surfaces. 68, and the angle between the bottom reflective surface 72 and the first angled reflective surface 66a X is between 110° and 150°. The safety light 10 is also coupled to a lens 64. The bottom housing 94 includes a bottom housing 94 having a magnet 108 therein.

[0140] In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a safety light 21 as shown in FIGS. The safety light 210 includes an upper housing 212 having a wall 214 and an upper A PCBA coupled to the housing 212, the PCBA having a top surface and a bottom surface a PCBA having a bottom surface; and a plurality of light elements coupled to a bottom surface of the PCBA. ment, and a lens 2 connected to the bottom surface of the PCBA and multiple light elements. 64, the lens 264 having a first angled reflective surface and a plurality of side surfaces 268. a lens 264; and a bottom housing 294 coupled to the lens 264. The bottom housing 294 includes a hinge 295 as shown in FIG. 92. The hinge 292 is a protrusion that extends from the bottom housing side surface 300. Hinge 292 is sized to receive recharge port cover 290. 77 and 78 show a recharge port cover 290. 290 is attached to a hinge 292 that extends from a side surface 300 of a bottom housing 294. The recharging port cover 290 can rotate about the axis of a hinge 292. In Figures 77 and 78, the recharge port cover 290 is in the closed position. The recharge port cover 290 creates a protective seal over the recharge port 234. This prevents debris and moisture from entering the recharge port 234. 2 and 78, the recharge port cover 290 may include one or more The rechargeable battery may have a curved end 291. The curved end 291 allows the user to The recharge port cover 290 can be more easily gripped and removed from the closed position. In one embodiment, the recharging port cover can be moved to an open position as shown in FIG. 7 and 78, includes two curved ends 291. FIG. 79 shows the safety light 210 with the charging port cover 290 removed. As shown, the recharge port 234 is enclosed in a recharge port cover 290 when the recharge port cover 290 is not present. The interface is open to the outside or in an open position.

[0141] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 294 is exposed, as shown in FIG. The threaded attachment 295 includes an exposed end 297. The exposed end 297 is , open to the environment. "Threaded attachment" refers to a device that has a screw or post, etc. A component sized to accept a threaded article such as a The threaded article can be any threaded fastener disclosed herein. The threaded attachment 295 allows the safety light 210 to be releasably attached to a threaded item. In some embodiments, the threaded article can be attached to a bicycle or or a post that is attached to a boat. The threaded attachment 295 is The rod is formed from one or more rigid materials, such as metal.

[0142] In one embodiment, the bottom housing 294 may include one or two to three or four or up to five threaded attachments 295. Figure 77 shows two threaded attachments Shown is the bottom housing 294 with attachment 295. Threaded attachment The member 295 is coupled to a bottom surface 298 of the bottom housing 294 .

[0143] In one embodiment, the light elements 36 extend from the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24. The light is directed away from the first angled lens 64, 264. The light is reflected from the reflective surface 66a and projected through the side surfaces 68, 268 of the lens 64, 264. Shoot.

[0144] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 has a lens side surface 68 (68a, 68b , 68c, 68d) (268). In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 includes a lens side surface 68 (68a, 68b, 68c, 68d) (268) and the beacon light lens 60 (260 in FIG. 71), respectively. Light can be projected through the

[0145] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is configured to emit an audio signal. There are.

[0146] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is configured with GPS capability.

[0147] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 includes an upper housing 12, 212 and / or Alternatively, a locking mechanism (not shown) may be provided that is connected to the bottom housing 94, 294. Non-limiting examples of fastening mechanisms include pins, clips, clamps, clasps, bells, etc. This includes straps, snaps, ties, lanyards, Velcro, and combinations thereof.

[0148] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is wearable. The light may be attached to the user, for example, on the user's clothing, helmet, etc. The device can be attached to a vehicle, a mobile phone, or an accessory (e.g., a backpack).

[0149] In some embodiments, the safety light 10, 210 is connectable to a magnetic article.

[0150] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 weighs 50 grams (g), or 60 g, or or 70g, or 75g, to 80g, or 85g, or 90g, or 100g , or 120g, or up to 150g.

[0151] The safety light 10, 210 has a length L, as shown in FIG. In an embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is 2.54 cm (1 inch (in)) to 91 In one embodiment, the safety light 10 has a length L of up to 36 in. , 210 is 2.54cm (1in) or 3.81cm (1.5in) to 5.0 8cm (2in), or 6.35cm (2.5in), or 7.62cm (3in) , or 8.89 cm (3.5 in), or 10.16 cm (4 in), or 11. 43cm (4.5in), or 12.7cm (5in), or 13.97cm (5. In another embodiment, the length L is up to 15.24 cm (6 in). The Safety Light 10 and 210 are available in 10.16cm (4in) or 11.43cm (4 .5in), or 12.7cm (5in), or 13.97cm (5.5in), or or 15.24cm (6in), or 25.4cm (10in) to 30.48cm (12in), or 35.56cm (14in), or 38.1cm (15in), or 40.64 cm (16 in), or 45.72 cm (18 in), or 50. 8cm (20in), or 60.96cm (24in), or 76.2cm (30in) n), or up to 81.28 cm (32 in), or 91.44 cm (36 in) long It has a length L.

[0152] The safety light 10, 210 has a width W, as shown in FIG. In an embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is 0.635 cm (0.25 in) to 30.4 In one embodiment, the safety lights 10, 21 have a width W of up to 8 cm (12 in). 0 is 0.635 cm (0.25 in), or 1.27 cm (0.5 in), or 1 From .905cm (0.75in) to 2.54cm (1in) or 3.81cm (1 .5in), or 5.08cm (2in), or 7.62cm (3in), or 8 It has a width W of .89 cm (3.5 in), or up to 10.16 cm (4 in). In another embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 may be 7.62 cm (3 in), or 8.8 9cm (3.5in), or 10.16cm (4in), or 12.7cm (5in) ) to 13.97cm (5.5in), or 15.24cm (6in), 16.51 cm(6.5in), or 17.78cm(7in), or 19.05cm(7.5 in), or 20.32 cm (8 in), or 21.59 cm (8.5 in), or is 22.86cm (9in), or 24.13cm (9.5in), or 25.4c m(10in), or 27.94cm(11in), or 30.48cm(12in )

[0153] The safety light 10, 210 has a height H, as shown in FIG. The height H of the light 10, 210 excludes the height of the recharging port cover 90. In an embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is 0.635 cm (0.25 in) to 30.4 In one embodiment, the safety lights 10, 2 10 is 0.635 cm (0.25 in) or 1.27 cm (0.5 in) to 1 .905cm (0.75in), or 2.54cm (1in), or 3.175cm (1.25 in), or 3.81 cm (1.5 in), or 4.445 cm (1.7 5 in., or up to 5.08 cm (2 in.). , Safety Light 10, 210 are 2.54 cm (1 in) or 3.175 cm (1.2 5in), or 3.81cm (1.5in), or 4.445cm (1.75in) , or 5.08cm (2in) to 6.35cm (2.5in) or 7.62c m (3 in), or 8.89 cm (3.5 in), or 10.16 cm (4 in), or 12.7cm(5in)to13.97cm(5.5in), or 15.24c m (6 in), 16.51 cm (6.5 in), or 17.78 cm (7 in), is 19.05 cm (7.5 in), or 20.32 cm (8 in), or 21.59 cm(8.5in), or 22.86cm(9in), or 24.13cm(9.5 in), or 25.4 cm (10 in), or 27.94 cm (11 in), or It has a height H of up to 30.48 cm (12 in).

[0154] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 is 2.54 cm (1 inch (in)) or Length L from 0.635cm (0.25in) to 30 Width W up to .48cm (12in) and width W from 0.635cm (0.25in) to 30 In another embodiment, the safety light 10 has a height H of up to 12 inches. , 210 is a range of lengths from 2.54 cm (1 inch (in)) to 10.16 cm (4 in). Length L, width W from 0.635cm (0.25in) to 8.89cm (3.5in), and heights ranging from 0.635cm (0.25in) to 4.445cm (1.75in) It has H.

[0155] In one embodiment, the safety light 10, 210 includes: (i) 2.54 cm (1 in), or 3.81 cm (1.5 in), to 5.08 cm (2 in), or 6.35 cm (2.5 in), or 7.62 cm (3 in), or 8.89 cm (3.5 in), or 10.16 cm (4 in), or 11.4 3cm (4.5in), or 12.7cm (5in), or 13.97cm (5.5 in), or length L up to 15.24 cm (6 in), (ii) 0.635 cm (0.25 in), or 1.27 cm (0.5 in), or or 1.905cm (0.75in) to 2.54cm (1in) or 3.81c m (1.5 in), or 5.08 cm (2 in), or 7.62 cm (3 in), or or 8.89 cm (3.5 in), or width W up to 10.16 cm (4 in), and (iii) 0.635 cm (0.25 in) or 1.27 cm (0.5 in) or 1.905 cm (0.75 in), or 2.54 cm (1 in), or 3.17 5 cm (1.25 in), or 3.81 cm (1.5 in), or 4.445 cm ( 1.75in), or height H up to 5.08cm (2in) It has.

[0156] The present disclosure provides an upper housing 12, 212 having a wall 14, 214 and an upper housing 12, 212, the PCBA 24 having an upper surface 26 and and a bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24. A plurality of light elements 36 are attached to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24 and a plurality of light elements 36 are attached to the bottom surface 28 of the PCBA 24. a lens 64, 264 coupled to the lens element 36; , a first angled reflective surface 66a and a plurality of side surfaces 68, 268. Lens 64, 264 and bottom housing 94, 294 connected to lens 64, 264 However, those skilled in the art may recognize that the top and bottom surfaces of the safety light 10, 210 may be different from the top and bottom surfaces of the safety light 10, 210. a bottom housing having a surface; and a PCBA coupled to the bottom housing, The CBA has a top surface and a bottom surface. The PCBA is connected to the top surface of the PCBA. The top surface of the PCBA and the multiple light elements a lens coupled to the lens, the lens having a first angled reflective surface and a plurality of The lens has a side surface 68 of In this alternative embodiment, a safety light is provided on the PCB. Each light element connected to the top surface of A is detached from the bottom housing. or emits light directed in an opposite direction from the bottom housing, the light being reflecting off a first angled reflective surface of the lens and projecting through multiple side surfaces of the lens; .

[0157] The safety lights 10, 210 disclosed herein may include more than one embodiment. is possible.

[0158] Specifically, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments and illustrations contained herein. However, it includes parts of embodiments and combinations of elements of different embodiments. Modifications of those embodiments are included as falling within the scope of the following claims. It is intended that [Explanation of symbols]

[0159] 10. Safety Light 12 Upper housing 14 Wall 16 Upper surface 18 Bottom surface 20 Side Surface 20a Anterior surface 20b Posterior surface 20c left side surface 20d Right side surface 22 Threaded Connector 24 Printed Circuit Board Assembly 26 Upper surface 28 Bottom surface 30 Side Surface 30a Front side surface 30b Rear side surface 30c Left side surface 30d Right side surface 32 Rechargeable Power Source 33 Rechargeable power connector 34 Recharging port 36 Light Element 36a First group of multiple light elements 36b Second group of multiple light elements 38 Threaded Opening 40 Beacon Light Element 44 Emergency Button 42 Control Buttons 42a First control button 42b Second control button 42c Third control button 44 Emergency Button 46 Power saving button 48 Button Pad 48a Upper part 48b Bottom part 54 Button opening 56 Threaded opening 58 Beacon Aperture 60 Beacon Light Lens 60a Upper part 60b bottom part 61 Reflective Surface 62 Beacon light lens opening 64 Lenses 66 Angled Reflective Surfaces 66a 1 angled reflective surface 66b Second Angled Reflective Surface 68 Multiple Side Surfaces 68a Front side surface 68b Rear side surface 68c Left side surface 68d Right side surface 70 Upper surface 72 Bottom reflective surface 74 Periphery 76 Light Post 78 Rubber seal 78a Upper part 78b bottom part 80 Upper surface 82 Bottom surface 84 Threaded Opening 86 Rechargeable Power Opening 88 Recharge port opening 90 Recharge port cover 92 Flexible hinge 94 Bottom Housing 96 Upper surface 98 Bottom surface 100 Side Surface 100a Front surface 100b rear surface 100c left side surface 100d right side surface 102 Threaded Opening 106 Recharge port opening 108 Magnet 110 Magnetic bracket 112 Adhesive 114 Threaded Fasteners 210 Safety Light 212 Upper housing 214 Wall 234 Recharge Port 260 Beacon Light Lens 264 Lens 268 Side Surface 290 Recharge Port Cover 291 Curved Ends 292 Hinge 294 Bottom Housing 295 Threaded Attachment 297 Exposed Ends 300 Bottom housing side surface 364 Lens 370 Lens top surface 375 Upper surface 376 Light Post 377 Spacing Post 379 Light post upper surface H Height L Length W width X angle Y Angle Z angle

Claims

1. An upper housing; A bottom housing; a side surface extending between the top housing and the bottom housing; an angled reflective surface disposed between the top housing and the bottom housing; a light element disposed between the top housing and the angled reflective surface, the light element configured to direct light toward the bottom housing and reflect off the angled reflective surface to exit the side surface; Including the light system.

2. The light system of claim 1 further comprising a lens disposed between said top housing and said bottom housing and defining said side surface.

3. The light system of claim 2 , wherein the side surface is one of a plurality of side surfaces defined by the lens, the plurality of side surfaces forming a periphery of the lens.

4. The light system of claim 2 , wherein the angled reflective surface is integrally formed with the lens.

5. The light system of claim 2 further comprising a gasket between the lens and the bottom housing that forms a seal between the lens and the bottom housing.

6. The lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the light element is fixed to a printed circuit board assembly configured to be coupled to the upper housing.

7. The lighting system of claim 6 , wherein the printed circuit board assembly includes an opening configured to receive a threaded connector of the upper housing.

8. 8. The light system of claim 7, further comprising a fastener configured to extend through the opening in the printed circuit board assembly and through a bottom opening formed in the bottom housing to couple with the threaded connector of the top housing.

9. The lighting system of claim 6 , wherein the printed circuit board assembly includes a control button configured to activate the light element, and the upper housing defines an opening configured to receive the control button.

10. The light system of claim 9 , wherein the control button comprises a button pad configured to be received by the opening in the upper housing.

11. The light system of claim 10 , wherein the button pad is a gasket configured to form a seal with the upper housing.

12. The light system of claim 1 , wherein the bottom housing includes one or more attachments configured to be coupled to a support structure.

13. An upper housing; A bottom housing; a lens disposed between the top housing and the bottom housing, the lens defining a periphery including a plurality of side surfaces extending between the top housing and the bottom housing; an angled reflective surface disposed between the top housing and the bottom housing; a light element disposed between the top housing and the angled reflective surface, the light element configured to direct light toward the bottom housing and reflect off the angled reflective surface to exit through at least one of the side surfaces; Including the light system.

14. 14. The light system of claim 13, wherein the reflective surface is a planar reflective surface that is at an angle of 110° to 150° with respect to a bottom surface of the lens.

15. 14. The light system of claim 13, wherein the reflective surface is one of a plurality of reflective surfaces, each of the plurality of reflective surfaces being aligned with a corresponding one of the plurality of side surfaces.

16. 14. The light system of claim 13, further comprising a rechargeable power source, the bottom housing defining a recharge port opening configured to receive a recharge port for recharging the rechargeable power source.

17. an upper housing including a connector; a bottom housing opposite the top housing; a lens disposed between the top housing and the bottom housing, the lens defining a side surface between the top housing and the bottom housing; a printed circuit board assembly disposed between the upper housing and the lens, the printed circuit board assembly including a first opening configured to receive the connector; and a light element coupled to the printed circuit board assembly and configured to emit light from the side surface; Including the light system.

18. 18. The light system of claim 17, wherein the connector is configured to receive a fastener for securing the lens between the top housing and the bottom housing, the fastener extending through a second opening formed in the bottom housing to engage the connector.

19. 20. The light system of claim 17, further comprising a magnet coupled to the bottom housing.

20. a reflective surface disposed between the top housing and the bottom housing; The light element is configured to reflect light from the reflective surface and emit light from the side surface.

20. The light system of claim 17.

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