Patent ID: 7222985
Filing Date: 2007-05-29
Classification: A45C,A45D,G02B,G08B,Y10S

Abstract:
1. An illumination device to be affixed to an article, said illumination device comprising: a main translucent body member that is freely movable; an illumination module that is coupled to said main translucent body member, said illumination module including at least one LED and a movement sensor for generating a trigger signal in response said main translucent body member moving at a predetermined degree of acceleration; a cap that is pivotally coupled to the main translucent body member and movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein in the open position, the illumination module is accessible underneath the open cap; a controller for controlling the illumination of said LED, said controller activating in response to said movement sensor generating said trigger signal, said LED being positioned relative to said main translucent body member so that illumination of said LED is directed through said main translucent body member; and a fastener connected to said main translucent body member, said fastener allowing mechanical securement between said device and said article.