Abstract:
A fire safety system to prevent fire from a candle includes first and second closure halves, each having catches extending therefrom; a catch receiver holder for engaging the catches; a candle holder adapted to receive the candle; a pivot pin running through pivot holes in the closure halves; and a sleeve housing the closure halves.

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     This application is a Continuation-In-Part of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/286,212, filed on Oct. 31, 2011 which claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/413,563 filed Nov. 15, 2010. Each of the aforementioned applications is incorporated herein by reference. 
    
    
     FIELD OF INVENTION 
     This invention relates to a novel device in the general field of flame holder devices, and more specifically to a fire safety closure system for candle holders which snap shut when overturned or impacted. 
     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     Lit candles are usually associated with a soft, warm, or romantic setting. Candle light dinners are viewed as romantic, and why candles can add so much warmth. Candles can also be a source of danger. Candles are responsible for a growing percentage of home fires. In 2001, candles were responsible for 6% of the fatalities that occurred as a result of home fires. (ref. NFPA&#39;s Fire Prevention Week website) 
     Human error is typically responsible for starting candle fires. Some of the frequent mistakes people make include:
         leaving candles burning with no one in the room   burning candles close to materials that can catch fire (e.g., curtains, party decorations, clothing)   leaving burning candles within the reach of children or pets   falling asleep or leaving the house with candles burning       

     In some cases, fires are started because the candle wax gets so hot it catches fire itself. Canada-wide statistics for candle fires are not available. However, in Alberta between 1990 and 1999, the number of candle fires increased by 100%, reaching a total of 723 fires with 10 fire deaths, 168 fire injuries and $12.4 million in property damages. Because people are using candles more frequently, these figures are on the rise, especially during holidays and special occasions. (ref. Health Canada website—Candle Safety) 
     Another safety consideration is the fact that rural areas often rely on candles as a backup source of light during power outages. During these sometimes prolonged events, general visibility and depth perception is lowered, and therefore the risk of inadvertently overturning or striking a candle or candles is increased. While placing candles inside jars or other containers (or filling containers with candlewax) can somewhat improve the stability of the flame holder, these containers also pose the risk that when overturned their flame is not as easy to notice as a bare candle, due to being surrounded by a container. By this means, a jar candle may spill hot wax onto other flammable materials before one may notice, creating a pathway for the candle flame to ignite the flammable materials, causing damage and danger. 
     Some known solutions include candles with insert able wick cutters which are inserted directly into the sides of freestanding candles, but these require the user to remember to manually insert the cutter at the appropriate location. By this means, the candle puts itself out when the severed wick is reached. (U.S. Pat. No. 6,447,286) This method does not address the issue of overturning the candle before it self-extinguishes. 
     In a related category, automatically (timed) lid closers include a lid attached to the rim of a candle container which flips onto the top of the container when activated by a timer mechanism. (U.S. Pat. No. 6,494,708) Again, this method only addresses automatic closure of the candle holder, but not closure in direct response to an unsafe orientation or impact. 
     Some candles in containers include a layer of fire suppressant material embedded under the candlewax so that when that layer is reached by the flame, the candle self-extinguishes. (US20090233249) Finally, a mechanical overturn safety device is commonly employed inside portable kerosene stoves which responds to impact or overbalance by shutting off the gas, flame, or both. (U.S. Pat. No. 5,640,948) 
     The existing solutions demonstrate a need for an automatic closure system for containerized candles that closes when the container is overturned or impacted sharply, and which thereby snuffs out any flame and prevents any fire or wax from spreading onto flammable materials outside the container. 
     BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     The device provides a fire safety closure system for candle holders which snaps shut when overturned or impacted. Note: for sake of brevity, hereafter the “fire safety closure system for candle holders” may also be abbreviated as the “closure system” in this document. 
     In a first aspect, a fire safety system to prevent fire from a candle includes first and second closure halves; a loop extending from the first closure half; a catch extending from the second closure half; a trigger pin having a first end coupled to the loop and a second end fitted to the catch; a candle holder adapted to receive the candle; and a sleeve housing the closure halves, the sleeve including a plurality of impact legs. 
     In a second aspect, a fire safety system to prevent fire from a candle includes first and second closure halves; a candle holder inside the first and second closure halves and adapted to receive the candle; a sleeve housing the closure halves, and a trip device to close the first and second closure halves when the candle holder is tipped or the candle holder is struck with a predetermined force. 
     In a third aspect, a method to prevent candle fire includes biasing the first and second closure halves with a spring; securing a trigger pin to the first and second closure halves; dropping the trigger pin when the candle holder is tipped onto a side or the candle holder is struck with a predetermined force; and closing the first and second closures. 
     In a fourth aspect, a containment system for a liquid container includes first and second closure halves; a loop extending from the first closure half; a catch extending from the second closure half; a trigger pin having a first end coupled to the loop and a second end coupled to the catch; a container holder adapted to receive the liquid container; and a sleeve housing the closure halves, the sleeve including a plurality of impact legs, wherein the closure halves are sealed shut when the container holder is tipped onto a side or the container holder is struck with a predetermined force. 
     In a fifth aspect, a fire safety system to prevent fire from a candle includes a first closure half with a first catch extending therefrom; a second closure half with a second catch extending therefrom; a catch receiver holder for engaging each of the first and second catches; a candle fire trap adapted to receive the candle; a pivot pin running through pivot holes in the closure halves; and a sleeve housing attached to the closure halves. 
     In a sixth aspect, a method to prevent candle fire includes biasing the first and second closure halves with a spring; securing a first catch and a second catch to edges of the first and second closure halves wherein each of the first and second catches are engaged in a catch receiver holder; disengaging the first and second catches from the catch receiver holder when the candle holder is tipped onto a side or the candle holder is struck with a predetermined force; running a pivot pin through pivot holes in the closure halves; and closing the first and second closures. 
     In a seventh aspect, a containment system for a liquid container includes a first closure half with a first catch extending therefrom; a second closure half with a second catch extending therefrom; a catch receiver holder for engaging each of the first and second catches; a container holder adapted to receive the liquid container; a pivot pin running through pivot holes in the closure halves; and a sleeve housing the closure halves, wherein the closure halves are sealed shut when the container holder is tipped onto a side or the container holder is struck with a predetermined force. 
     Advantages of the present closure system may include its ability to operate without user attention with a mechanism that prevents the user from burning a candle until the safety system is activated. The primary advantage of the disclosed closure system is the prevention of inadvertent fires caused by tipping over a candle holder in one&#39;s home, garage, boat, cabin, mobile home or tent. The closure system allows a user to safely use candles, glass of beverage, toy trap, in containers, jar candles, plastic beverage containers, children toy trap by employing a means to snuff out the candle flame, stop beverage from spilling, or trapping a play wrestling doll if the container is overturned or struck sharply. In normal use the closure system is held open so that the candle has oxygen, and produces light through the transparent or translucent container. When struck or tilted onto the ground, the impact causes the two halves of the top lid to snap closed, and thereby snuffs out the candle flame, stopping your beverage from spilling or trapping the wrestling doll. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         FIG. 1  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder version of the invention with its trigger pin holding open its closure halves. 
         FIG. 2  shows a top view of a rectangular holder version of the invention with its trigger pin holding open its closure halves. 
         FIG. 3A  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder sleeve assembly. 
         FIG. 3B  shows a top view of a rectangular holder sleeve assembly. 
         FIG. 4A  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a cylindrical holder. 
         FIG. 4B  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a rectangular holder. 
         FIG. 4C  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a second cylindrical holder embodiment. 
         FIG. 4D  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a second rectangular holder embodiment. 
         FIG. 5A  shows a plan view of an unassembled cylindrical holder sleeve. 
         FIG. 5B  shows a side view of a threading impact leg. 
         FIG. 5C  shows a plan view of an unassembled rectangular holder sleeve. 
         FIG. 6A  shows a rear close up view of a closure and bracket assembly. 
         FIG. 6B  shows a top close up view of a closure and bracket assembly. 
         FIG. 6C  shows a rear close up view of a closure and bracket assembly for a rudderless embodiment. 
         FIG. 7A  shows an isometric view of the invention fitted onto a cylindrical candle holder with its closure triggered and the candle extinguished. This figure also shows elements of an alternate embodiment. 
         FIG. 7B  shows an isometric view of the invention fitted onto a rectangular candle holder with its closure triggered and the candle extinguished. 
         FIG. 8  shows an exemplary view of the impact legs mounted on a cylindrical sleeve. 
         FIG. 9A  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a third cylindrical holder embodiment. 
         FIG. 9B  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a third rectangular holder embodiment. 
         FIG. 10  shows a rear close up view of a closure and bracket assembly. 
         FIG. 11A  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder version of the invention with its both catches holding open its closure halves. 
         FIG. 11B  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder sleeve assembly. 
         FIG. 11C  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a cylindrical holder. 
         FIG. 12A  shows a rear closeup view of a closure bracket and left and right tang with the catch and catch receiver holder with springs. 
         FIG. 12B  shows a rear closeup view of a closure bracket and left and right tang with the catch and catch receiver holder with springs in a closed position. 
         FIG. 12C  shows a rear closeup view of a closure bracket and left and right tang with the catch and catch receiver holder with springs in a open position. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
       FIG. 1  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder  12  version of the closure system  10  with its trigger pin  30  holding open its closure halves ( 38  &amp;  40 ). The eye  32  of the trigger pin  30  is attached to the loop  34  which extends from the right cylindrical closure  40 . The other end of the trigger pin  30  fits under the catch  36  which extends from the left cylindrical closure  38  as shown. The left cylindrical closure  38  includes a protruding left tang  58 , while the right cylindrical closure  40  has a similar right tang  56 , and both are hinged together by means of a pivot (pin)  52 . The candle  16  with its flame  18  and wick  20 , are housed in the cylindrical holder  12 , on which is secured a cylindrical sleeve  46  onto which the above closure elements are housed. The cylindrical sleeve  46  has a multiplicity of impact legs  22  threaded into holes and closure bracket or made one with sleeve as in all stamp from one piece of sheet steel  28  and  24  around its periphery in one embodiment. In this embodiment, a 1 mm sheet steel is used, but other thicknesses can be used as well. In place of steel, other suitable hardened materials can be used. 
       FIG. 2  shows a top view of a rectangular holder  14  version of the closure system  10  with its trigger pin  30  released from its catch  36  and its closure halves ( 42  &amp;  44 ) in the process of snapping shut (broken arrows). The rectangular sleeve  48  shows its impact legs  22  secured to its corners by means of a weld or made one with sleeve as in all stamp from one piece of sheet steel  28 . All other elements are similar to the cylindrical version. 
       FIG. 3A  shows a top view of a cylindrical sleeve  46  assembly which includes impact legs  22  secured through threaded holes  24 , and also exposes the top of the closure bracket  50  with its pivot hole  78  through which the pivot  52  rotates. (see  FIG. 6   a )  FIG. 3   b  shows a top view of a rectangular sleeve  48  assembly which includes impact legs  22  secured by means of welds  28 , and the closure bracket  50  with its pivot hole  78 . 
       FIG. 4A  shows a plan view of the closure halves ( 38  &amp;  40 ) for a cylindrical holder  12 , exposing the left &amp; right rudder ( 60  &amp;  62 ) elements which are folded at fold lines  72  shown.  FIG. 4B  shows a plan view of the closure halves ( 42  &amp;  44 ) for a rectangular holder  14 , similarly exposing the left &amp; right rudder ( 60  &amp;  62 ) elements which are folded at fold lines  72  shown. The left rectangular closure  42  engages the right rectangular closure  44  by means of its guide  66  inserting into a notch  68  as shown. 
       FIG. 4C  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a second cylindrical holder embodiment while  FIG. 4D  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a second rectangular holder embodiment. The embodiments of  FIGS. 4C-4D  are similar to the embodiments of  FIGS. 4A-4B , without the rudders  60  and  62 . 
       FIG. 5A  shows a plan view of an unassembled cylindrical sleeve  46  with its threaded holes  24  and a slot  64  in which is inserted the tab  76  when the closure bracket  50  is folded at lines  72 . When this is done, the pivot holes  78  are aligned and the pivot  52  (not shown) can then rotate within the frame formed by the closure bracket  50  which is now part of the wall of the cylindrical sleeve  46 .  FIG. 5   b  shows a side view of an impact leg  22  which is secured to a cylindrical sleeve  46  (see  FIG. 3   a ) by means of threading  26 .  FIG. 5C  shows a plan view of an unassembled rectangular sleeve  48  with its threaded holes  24  and a slot  64  in which is inserted the tab  76  when the closure bracket  50  is folded at lines  72 . An alternate means of attaching impact legs  22  to a rectangular sleeve  48  is by welds  28  at the corners of the sleeve  48  as shown in  FIG. 3   b . The corners of a rectangular sleeve  48  are defined by the fold lines  72  shown herein. 
       FIG. 6A  shows a close-up view of the rear of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures ( 38  &amp;  40 ), and closure bracket  50  assembly. From this orientation, one can see how the catch  36  is folded, as well as how the left and right rudders ( 60  &amp;  62 ) are formed. Central to the device, the pivot  52  runs through a spring  54  which employs its left spring arm  70  over the left rudder  60 , and its right spring arm  74  over the right rudder  62 . The spring  54  and pivot  52  are secured to the cylindrical sleeve  46  by means of the closure bracket  50  as shown.  FIG. 6B  shows a close-up view of the top of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures ( 38  &amp;  40 ), and closure bracket  50  assembly. From this orientation, one can see most of the same elements of  FIG. 6A  with an eye to how the mechanism operates in practice, and which will be described in detail below. 
       FIG. 7A  shows an isometric view of the closure system  10  fitted onto a cylindrical holder  12  with its closure mechanism triggered and the candle extinguished. Note that the impact legs of the left and right cylindrical closures ( 38  &amp;  40 ) are formed as part of the closure halves, and his represents an alternate embodiment of the basic invention. The cylindrical sleeve  46  is securely fitted onto a cylindrical holder  12  which holds a candle  16  with its wick  20 , which is shown after recently being extinguished by means of the closure activation.  FIG. 7   a  also teaches an alternate embodiment which is described in more detail below.  FIG. 7B  shows an isometric view of the closure system  10  fitted onto a rectangular holder  14  with its closure mechanism triggered and the candle extinguished. Similar to  FIG. 7A , impact legs  22  are formed as part of the left &amp; right rectangular closures ( 42  &amp;  44 ). Also, none of the triggering or closure mechanism is shown in this view. The rectangular sleeve  48  is fitted onto a rectangular holder  14  which holds a candle  16  with its wick  20 , which is shown after recently being extinguished by means of the closure activation. 
     The preferred embodiment of the Fire Safety Closure System for Candle Holders will now be described in detail including how each assembly interacts with each other assembly to achieve the outcomes outlined above. The complete closure system  10  will be nominally divided into three assemblies, namely the trigger, the sleeve, and the closure mechanism. 
     The trigger assembly is nominally comprised of the trigger pin  30 , its eye  32 , and the points at which it secures the closures open, namely the loop  34  and the catch  36 . Also included in the trigger mechanism are the impact legs  22  irrespective of whether they are attached to the sleeve or the closures. 
     The sleeve assembly is nominally comprised of either a cylindrical or rectangular sleeve ( 46  or  48 ) and is attached to respectively, a cylindrical or rectangular candle holder ( 12  or  14 ). The sleeve assembly also forms part of and supports a critical element of the closure system  10 , namely the closure mechanism. 
     One part of the closure mechanism is comprised of each closure half ( 38 - 44 ) which rotates around a pivot  52  which runs through the pivot holes  78  in the closure bracket  50  (see  FIGS. 1 &amp; 2 ). At this stage, the closure halves ( 38 - 44 ) are merely able to rotate freely around the pivot  52 , but still require an automatic closure means when the container is either struck or overbalanced. 
     Referring to  FIGS. 6A &amp; 6B , this other part of the mechanism is revealed in detail. The pivot (pin)  52  shown in  FIG. 6   a  is non-removably secured to the closure bracket  50  by means of welding, peening, bolting, or other such means. The spring  54  is oriented to cause each spring arm ( 70  &amp;  74 ) to exert a force towards the surface of each respective rudder ( 60  &amp;  62 ), wherein each rudder is attached to its respective closure half ( 38  &amp;  40  or  42  &amp;  44 ), and the result is that when the trigger pin  30  is released, the tension in the spring  54  causes the closure halves to snap shut. Finally, in order for the trigger pin  30  to release from its tensioned positioning in the catch  36 , either the candle holder is tipped onto its side whereby an impact leg  22  is struck by the floor or other impacting surface, or the candle holder is struck with enough force to achieve the same result, whereby the pin  30  is caused to fall from the catch  36  and closure is achieved.  FIG. 6C  shows a rear close up view of a closure and bracket assembly for a rudderless embodiment. 
     Operation of an installed closure system simply requires the user to squeeze both tangs ( 56  &amp;  58 ) together, thereby causing the closure halves ( 38  &amp;  40  or  42  &amp;  44 ) to open, and then insert the end of the trigger pin  30  into the catch  36 . By then releasing the tangs ( 56  &amp;  58 ), the tension of the spring  54  pressing on the closure halves ( 38  &amp;  40  or  42  &amp;  44 ) causes the pin  30  to be held securely. The candle  16  may now be safely lit in its holder ( 12  or  14 ), and if the holder is inadvertently tipped over, whether by human, animal or other means, the closures will automatically shut and a potential fire is prevented. 
     Installation of said closure system  10  is effected by means of sliding the sleeve ( 46  or  48 ) portion onto the top of the holder ( 12  or  14 ). The sleeve ( 46  or  48 ) may be secured by a close tolerance fit, threading, heat tolerant adhesives, or by means of adjustably fastening overlapping ends of the sleeve ( 46  or  48 ). This is effected by providing a number of holes for fasteners near each end of the sleeve, and at least half of these holes permit the fastening be adjusted so that the sleeve may be secured adequately so as to prevent the closure system  10  from detaching when impacted or tipped. 
     Other embodiments of the closure system  10  will now be described. Additional embodiments are not ruled out or similar methods leading to the same result. The two preferred embodiments include the similar closure mechanism for both cylindrical and rectangular candle holders. An alternate means of closure employs the use of high power magnets, such as small rare earth magnets, to connect the two closure halves when the candle holder is impacted with sufficient force. (see element  80  in  FIG. 7   a ) These magnets  80  should be positioned in such proximity that closure is effected with a minimum threshold of impacting force. In this embodiment, a spring  54  would not be needed to close the halves, and is missing from the closure bracket  50  in  FIG. 7A . 
     An additional embodiment may include the integration of impact legs  22  into the manufacture of each closure half as shown in  FIGS. 7A &amp; 7B . While it may be easier to manufacture and assemble the individual parts for the preferred embodiment and then combining them as described above, it has yet to be determined whether stamping out or laser cutting these integrated elements (as shown in  FIGS. 7A &amp; 7B ) is more cost effective. 
     A minor variation of the catch  36  design concerns the location of its fold line  72 , which may vary depending on the chosen tension of the spring  54 , the size of the closure bracket  50 , the length of the trigger pin  30 , and the strength of materials employed.  FIGS. 1 &amp; 2  show a catch  36  design where the fold is extended beyond the edge of the left cylindrical closure  38  (also see  FIGS. 4A &amp; 4B ). However, an alternate and possibly stronger version is shown in  FIG. 6   a , wherein the fold line  72  is at the proximate edge of the left cylindrical closure  38 . 
     The preferred materials for constructing said closure system  10  will now be described. Other materials are not ruled out or similar combinations of materials leading to the same result. The closure halves, sleeves, and (in some embodiments) impact legs are made from 22 gauge sheet steel. Impact legs  22  in the preferred embodiment are made from steel rod, threaded to fit the threaded holes, closure bracket and legs made one with sleeve as in all stamp from one piece of sheet steel  24 . The pivot  52  is also made from metal rod of sufficient strength to support the tension of the spring  54 . The spring  54  is made of spring steel capable of creating sufficient force to consistently shut the closure halves. The trigger pin  30  is made of steel rod of sufficient strength to neither deform nor jam in the catch  36  when tension is released by impact. While candle jars are not novel, they must be of corresponding dimensions to fit their appropriate sleeve securely enough so that the sleeve does not detach from said jar upon impact. Candle jars can be transparent, translucent or made of colored or textured glass, but should be of a temper that does not readily crack when repeatedly heated by a candle and then inadvertently impacted, a result which defeats the purpose of this device. 
     As described above, other materials are not ruled out or similar combinations of materials leading to the same result. In one embodiment, the closure halves, sleeves, pivot, trigger pin, and (in some embodiments) impact legs are made from a plastic polymer. 
     An additional embodiment of the closure system  10  may be molded of a high grade plastic polymer. Such a closure system  10  lacks the trigger pin  30 , loop  34 , and legs  22 , and has the catch  36  positioned to the inside edge of the cylindrical closures  38 ,  40  as shown in  FIG. 10 . Operation of this embodiment requires the user to open the left and right cylindrical closures  38 ,  40  until both catches  36  click over the edge of cylindrical sleeve top edge  46 . As shown in  FIG. 12A , the catch  36  and catch receiver holder  73  have been moved to the area of the right and left tang  56 ,  58  between the pivot pole  78  and the edge of the left and right tang  56 ,  58 . The catch may be configured as shown in  FIG. 12A  or in the form of a ball and hole. The closure system  10  operates in a similar manner as described for the above embodiments, with the exception that the user is not required to set a trigger pin  30 . Rather, the left and right cylindrical closures  38 ,  40  are opened until both catches  36  click over the edge of cylindrical sleeve top edge  46 . Upon being bumped or hit, the closure system  10  snaps shut. 
       FIG. 10  shows a closeup view of the rear of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures  38 ,  40 , and closure bracket  50  assembly. Central to the device, the pivot  52  runs through a spring  54  which employs its left spring arm  70  over the left rim of  38  and its right spring arm  74  over the right rim of  40 . The spring  54  and pivot  52  are secured to the cylindrical sleeve  46  by means of the closure bracket  50 . 
       FIG. 11A  shows a top view of a cylindrical holder  12  version of the closure system  10  with the pair of catches  36  holding open its closure halves  38 ,  40 . The left cylindrical closure  38  includes a protruding left tang  58 , while the right cylindrical closure  40  has a similar right tang  56 , and both are hinged together by means of a pivot (pin)  52 . The candle  16  with its flame  18  and wick  20 , are housed in the cylindrical holder  12 , on which is secured a cylindrical sleeve  46  onto which the above closure elements are housed. 
       FIG. 11B  shows a top view of a cylindrical sleeve  46  assembly which also exposes the top of the closure bracket  50  with its pivot hole  78  through which the pivot  52  rotates. 
       FIG. 11C  shows a plan view of the closure halves for a cylindrical holder  12 , namely the left cylindrical closure  38  and right cylindrical closure  40 . Both are hinged together by means of a pivot (pin)  52 . When opened, the pair of catches  36  click to hold the closure system  10  in the open position. 
       FIG. 12A  shows a closeup view of the rear of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures  38 ,  40 , and closure bracket  50  assembly. Central to the device, the pivot  52  runs through a spring  54  which employs its left spring arm  70  over the left rim of  38  and its right spring arm  74  over the right rim of  40 . The spring  54  and pivot  52  are secured to the cylindrical sleeve  46  by means of the closure bracket  50 . The catch  36 , catch receiver holder  73 , compression spring  61 , and clamp  63  for the compression spring  61  are also shown. 
       FIG. 12B  (closed position) shows a closeup view of the rear of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures  38 ,  40 , and closure bracket  50  assembly. Central to the device, the pivot  52  runs through a spring  54  which employs its left spring arm  70  over the left rim of  38  and its right spring arm  74  over the right rim of  40 . The spring  54  and pivot  52  are secured to the cylindrical sleeve  46  by means of the closure bracket  50 . The catch  36 , catch receiver holder  73 , compression spring  61 , and clamp  63  for the compression spring  61  are also present. The closed position is shown. The arrows indicate the direction in which both cylindrical closures  38 ,  40  move to open. 
       FIG. 12C  (open position) shows a closeup view of the rear of a cylindrical sleeve  46 , cylindrical closures  38 ,  40 , and closure bracket  50  assembly. Central to the device, the pivot  52  runs through a spring  54  which employs its left spring arm  70  over the left rim of  38  and its right spring arm  74  over the right rim of  40 . The spring  54  and pivot  52  are secured to the cylindrical sleeve  46  by means of the closure bracket  50 . The catch  36 , catch receiver holder  73 , compression spring  61 , and clamp  63  for the compression spring  61  are also present. The open position is shown. The arrows indicate the direction in which both cylindrical closures  38 ,  40  move to close. 
     In one embodiment, the design can be used in a toy or game where wrestling dolls use a ring with gadgets attached to the dolls. The toy would also be in a package, with a barrel with to trap the other wrestling doll in it by throwing the doll in it and snapping the barrel shut. The toy has four arms going through the side of the barrel to strike at a target by hitting them with punching gloves that spring back out of the side for the next blow to the target. The toy uses the same design but would be made from plastic and the arms at the top are replaced with arms through the side of a see through cage barrel. The release pin has a flat arm to the bottom of the cage so when the toy lands on a plate in the bottom of the cage, the toy releases the pin. 
       FIG. 8  shows an exemplary view of impact legs  102  mounted on a cylindrical sleeve  108 . The sleeve  108  has joining end points  104 . A closure bracket  106  is centrally positioned on the cylindrical sleeve  108 . The sleeve may be secured by a close tolerance fit, threading, heat tolerant adhesives, or by means of adjustably fastening overlapping ends of the sleeve. This is effected by providing a number of holes for fasteners near each end of the sleeve, and at least half of these holes permit the fastening be adjusted so that the sleeve may be secured adequately so as to prevent the closure system from detaching when impacted or tipped. 
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                 10  
                 Fire Safety Closure System for Candle Holders 
               
               
                   
                 12 
                 Cylindrical Holder 
               
               
                   
                 14 
                 Rectangular Holder 
               
               
                   
                 16 
                 Candle 
               
               
                   
                 18 
                 Flame 
               
               
                   
                 20 
                 Wick 
               
               
                   
                 22 
                 Impact Leg 
               
               
                   
                 24 
                 Threaded Hole 
               
               
                   
                 26 
                 Threading 
               
               
                   
                 28 
                 Weld 
               
               
                   
                 30 
                 Trigger Pin 
               
               
                   
                 32 
                 Eye 
               
               
                   
                 34 
                 Loop 
               
               
                   
                 36 
                 Catch 
               
               
                   
                 38 
                 Left Cylindrical Closure 
               
               
                   
                 40 
                 Right Cylindrical Closure 
               
               
                   
                 42 
                 Left Rectangular Closure 
               
               
                   
                 44 
                 Right Rectangular Closure 
               
               
                   
                 46 
                 Cylindrical Sleeve 
               
               
                   
                 48 
                 Rectangular Sleeve 
               
               
                   
                 50 
                 Closure Bracket 
               
               
                   
                 52 
                 Pivot 
               
               
                   
                 54 
                 Spring 
               
               
                   
                 56 
                 Right Tang 
               
               
                   
                 58 
                 Left Tang 
               
               
                   
                 60 
                 Left Rudder 
               
               
                   
                 61 
                 Compression Spring 
               
               
                   
                 62 
                 Right Rudder 
               
               
                   
                 63 
                 Clamp 
               
               
                   
                 64 
                 Slot 
               
               
                   
                 66 
                 Guide 
               
               
                   
                 68 
                 Notch 
               
               
                   
                 70 
                 Left Spring Arm 
               
               
                   
                 72 
                 Fold Line 
               
               
                   
                 73 
                 Catch Receiver Holder 
               
               
                   
                 74 
                 Right Spring Arm 
               
               
                   
                 76 
                 Tab(s) 
               
               
                   
                 78 
                 Pivot Hole 
               
               
                   
                 80 
                 Magnet 
               
               
                   
                   
               
             
          
         
       
     
     The foregoing description of the preferred apparatus and method of operation should be considered as illustrative only, and not limiting. Other forming techniques and other materials may be employed towards similar ends. Various changes and modifications will occur to those skilled in the art, without departing from the true scope of the invention as defined in the present disclosure.