Patent · US Expired

Rechargeable flashlight assembly

US4045663A · kind A · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 16, 1976
Grant dateAug 30, 1977
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 16, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21V33/0056
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A flashlight assembly including a flashlight bulb and an accessory device, such as a two-way wireless radio, operated by the same rechargeable battery. Recharging circuitry provides for sure, ready recharging of the battery, and low-current drain flashing circuitry provides for long flashing life for a given battery charge. All of the components are mounted in a casing, the casing having a handle affixed thereto for facilitating ready manipulation and utilization of the flashlight bulb and accessory device.

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