Cycle wheel safety lighting system
OwnerGary Forsythe, Donn V. Stoutenburginventors
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Abstract
A Cycle Wheel Safety Light System uses double-sided shaped A-C electro-luminescent light panels, spaced about the wheels of a bicycle. A DC battery powers the panels via a DC-AC inverter. Alternatively, an alternator mounted between the wheel axle and frame utilizes the bicycle rider's motive power as the source of energy. Another variation combining the best features of both the battery and inverter is use of an alternator to charge (via a rectifier) a smaller battery or other energy storage device such as a ‘supercap’. The panels may be of various colors to improve the “WOW!” factor and encourage adolescent use.
Claims11
A cycle wheel safety lighting system comprising a plurality of electro-luminescent panels spaced about the wheels of a bicycle for rotation therewith, electrical power means to energize the light emitting panels causing the panels to light up, and power control means for controlling delivery of electrical power to the panels to provide a bright, pulsating visual image when the cycle is in motion.
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