Portable rechargeable power supply adaptor with illuminated key holder
US5844472A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 25, 1997 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/0085
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A portable, electronic device provides base functions as an illuminated key holder, a recharging system, and an accessory light, as well as extended functions. The internal Nicad battery power supply can be recharged from a variety of sources. With the device plugged into a recharging source such as a cigarette lighter socket, a special docking mechanism interfaces with it to power or recharge a variety of electronic devices. The docking unit provides a universal adaptor to mate with several different popular socket sizes. In the best mode an audio recorder and playback device is combined with the flashlight and key chain apparatus. This enables both voice recording and playback. A map light mounting system enables the module to be held in a desired position within a vehicle to provide a mounted light source once the key ring is removed. The map light uses a resilient stand having a pair of slotted wings that are coupled to specially configured clips that easily adapt to surfaces and projections that might be encountered within an automobile such as air conditioning louvers or the like. The clips have special hooks that are slidably captivated within the wing slots. Zig-zag clip le…
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