Multi-function modular storage light unit

Details Multi-function modular storage light unit Multi-function modular storage light unit

1999-08-06

2001-10-02

O'Shea, Sandra (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Self powered lamp

With support

C362S191000, C362S086000, C362S156000, C362S208000, C362S253000, C362S108000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06296370

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to portable light units, in particular to a multi-function portable light unit.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
In general, lights or flashlights used in combination with radios or other auxiliary flashlights are well known. These type of multi-function light units may contain several different functions (i.e., radio, flashlight, tape recorder, siren, etc.). However, each of these different functions are either built into or permanently integrated into the housing unit of the light. In other words, a user cannot separate one functional component from another. Therefore, if the user carried this multi-function light unit to a park, and wanted to detach, for example, the radio to be used in a separate area of the park, the user would not be able to do so because the radio is built into or is permanently integrated into the multi-function light unit. Thus, the user must always bring along the entire multi-function light unit wherever the user chooses to go.
Furthermore, none of these conventional multi-function light units contain any useful storage compartment. Instead, these designs attempt to utilize any space available for a particular function such as a radio, another flashlight, etc. Therefore, when the user would like to store small valuables such as first aid items or spare keys, the user must store those items in his or her pocket, or find another place to store those items.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention solves the problem of having to carry the entire multi-function light unit everywhere with the user by providing a multi-function light with detachable modules which can be conveniently separated from the primary multi-function light housing unit. Detachable modules in accordance with the present invention include a radio and an auxiliary flashlight. Each module may include a belt clip, so that the user can carry the module hands-free.
In an exemplary embodiment, the detachable modules are removably attached with a latching mechanism to the primary housing unit. In a further exemplary embodiment, the detachable modules are removably attached to the primary housing unit by the belt clips on the modules.
The present invention also allows users to store small valuable items by providing a storage compartment within the primary housing unit.


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