Throwable light source and network for operating the same

摘要

A light source suitable for being thrown or projected into an airborne trajectory for the purpose of illuminating a subject or environment; and a system of light sources on a wireless network for the purpose of operating in collaboration to illuminate a subject or environment; and accessory devices on the wireless network including cameras and remote control devices; and a throwable light source streamlined to reduce drag when projected into a long-range trajectory.

主权项

1. A throwable light apparatus comprising:
a substantially spherical housing suitable for being projected into an airborne trajectory; the housing manufactured of a polymer having a Shore D durometer greater than 50; the housing have at least one light transmissive portion; a high intensity light source positioned within the housing to project light through the at least one light transmissive portion of the housing to illuminate the exterior environment; an orientation sensor within the housing to determine the orientation of the housing with respect to ground; a receiver within the housing for wirelessly receiving a signal transmitted by a ground-based user; a processor within the housing electrically connected to the orientation sensor, the receiver and the light source; and a battery to supply electrical energy to the processor, the light source and the receiver; wherein the processor activates the light source in response to a signal from the orientation sensor and a signal from the receiver.