Multi-purpose illumination device adaptable for use as a button fastener
AssigneeEnlighted Designs, Inc.
InventorJanet Cooke Hansen
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Abstract
This self-contained multipurpose illumination device offers an individual a unique device that cannot only be used to adorn dress apparel, but may be easily removed and adapted for use in other applications, such as a safety device in adverse environments. The apparatus contains a series of illumination elements shaped similar to a shirt button stud which may be inserted through any common buttonhole or similar orifice in a garment. The illumination elements are connected to a control circuit and power source by way of a wiring harness.
Claims11
A multi-purpose illuminating button comprising:
- a first button-like member;
- a second button-like member attached to said first member by a shank section;
- a light emitting element mounted to said first member and having at least two electrode contacts for emitting light when a voltage potential is applied to said contacts;
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- wherein said shank section is a rigid tubular portion having a substantially small diameter relative to said first and second members.
An illumination apparatus adaptable for use on an article of wearing apparel, comprising:
- a self contained housing for removably fastening one or more parts of the article of apparel;
- an illuminating element encased in said housing for directing light away from the article of apparel;
- a control circuit for selectively energizing said illuminating element;
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- a conductor for providing a conductive pathway between said illuminating element and said control circuit.
An illuminating button, comprising:
- a self contained housing approximately sized to be removably fastened to an article through one of:
- (1) an orifice, (2) buttonhole, and (3) loose fabric weave;
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- a light emitting element mounted in said housing and having at least two electrode contacts for emitting light when a voltage potential is applied to said contacts.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.