CA2871257A1 - Removable rear mounted vehicle safety light - Google Patents
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Abstract
A removable safety light for a vehicle. The safety light comprises a post with a first end that is connectable to a standard sized rear stake pocket of a pick-up truck, and a second end which has a light thereon. The safety light has an electrical plug which connects to a rear electrical plug at a trailer hitch.
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REMOVABLE REAR MOUNTED VEHICLE SAFETY LIGHT
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a removable rear mounted vehicle safety light. More particularly, this invention relates to a safety light that is mountable in a rear stake post of a pick-up truck used in snow plowing operations.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Snow plowing is common in areas of the world where snow falls on roadways and surfaces travelled by vehicles. In particular, snowplowing is needed on roadways and driveways to permit access by motor vehicles. In many instances, snowplowing of driveways requires that the vehicle plowing the snow reverse out onto the roadway. This presents the obvious danger that the vehicle plowing the snow may be struck by traffic on the roadway.
Vehicles used to perform snowplowing operations are generally required to have a warning light thereon. When a pick-up truck is used to snow plow, the warning light is generally a flashing strobe light which is positioned on the top of the cab of the pick-up truck. However, when placed on the top of the cab of the pick-up truck, the warning light is not as visible to traffic on the roadway when the pick-up truck is backing onto the roadway.
U.S. Patent No. 6,409,367 B1 to Pratt discloses a rear-mounted vehicle lighting system that is coupled to a conventional hitch mount at a rear of a vehicle. However, the vehicle light system of Pratt comprises an elaborate structure which is cumbersome to connect and disconnect. As shown in Figure 1 of Pratt, the vehicle light system is connected to the trailer hitch of a pick-up truck. The vehicle light system comprises a large beacon mount connected to a coupling bar which is inserted into a trailer hitch.
Similarly to Pratt, U.S. Patent Application Publication No. US 2003/0128105 Al to Shaw discloses a hitch-mounted lighting and safety accessory. Figure 2 of Shaw shows a long tubing stock that is connected to the hitch.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed to a removable rear mounted vehicle safety light which overcomes at least some of the disadvantages of the prior art.
It is an object of this invention to provide a removable safety light that can be quickly and easily installed and removed from the rear area of a pick-up truck. By mounting the light into a standard-sized rear stake pocket of a pick-up truck, the light can be inserted and operational quickly, including mounting the post and connecting it to the rear electrical plug proximate to a trailer hitch or on the tail gate beside a license plate. This quick and easy convenience lends itself to snow plow operators who typically drive between jobs or work part-time and may not need the light affixed for long periods of time. The quick and easy installation is also important since plow operator's work under conditions where they wait for snow and then must move quickly to plow numerous customers' properties in the fastest manner possible.
Furtheimore, mounting the light system in the stake pocket eliminates the need for a light post that inhibits access to opening the rear tail gate of the pick-up truck.
The designs taught by Pratt and Shaw both suffer the disadvantage that a light post inhibits access to opening of the rear tail gate. Thus, the design of the current invention is beneficial for snow plough operators and =-) other trades people who may require frequent access to sand and salt, shovels, etc. in carrying out their work.
By mounting the light in the stake pocket, which is usually at least four feet above the ground, the strobe light post is less likely to be hit Or damaged in the operation of the vehicle.
Snow plow operators typically work in tight or narrow road and driveway conditions, with frequent backing up for better angles to push snow. It is common to back into other piles of snow. Furthermore, by late winter, when snow piles and banks have become large, this issue becomes greater. Our light is above that risk and will avoid damage from accidental contact with hard-packed ice and snow banks, trees, posts, etc.
The current invention can be made 36 inches long including the post and strobe light.
This height would permit the strobe to be visible from 360 degrees, including above the driver's cab unit at the front of the pick-up truck. Further, the light system can be constructed from lightweight and affordable materials and could eliminate the need for, or complement, the roof-top magnet lights often used by snow plow operators.
Snow plough operators typically back up while moving snow, often onto the main roadways and highways. When backing out of a lane or driveway, the vehicle is partly obscured by snow piles. The Pick-up Truck Torch Rear Strobe Light ensures visibility and warning before the vehicle is fully on the roadway, reducing the chance of collisions.
In one aspect, the present invention resides in a removable warning light device attachable at a rear-end of a vehicle, the device comprising: a post having a first end and a second end, the first end sized to fit into a rear stake pocket of the vehicle, and the second end having a light thereon.
Preferably, the light is powered by batteries.
Preferably, the removable warning light device further comprises an electrical cord having a first end and a second end, the first end of the electrical cord is connected to the warning light and a second end of the electrical cord has a male electrical connector which is compatible with a female electrical socket which provides electrical power at or near a rear hitch of the vehicle.
More preferably, the post is telescopic.
More preferably, the post is made from a material selected from the group consisting of:
wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, carbon fiber and composite material.
More preferably, the post has a longitudinal channel on one side and the electrical cord is fixed in the longitudinal channel.
More preferably, the post is hollow and the electrical cord is positioned within the hollow post.
More preferably, the post has reflector material thereon.
More preferably, the warning light is a strobe light.
Still more preferably, the strobe light is blue.
Further and other features of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the embodiments thereof.
õ,õ , BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Reference may now be had to the following detailed description taken together with the accompanying drawings in which:
Figure 1 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view;
Figure 2 shows the system of Figure 1 from a side view;
Figure 3 shows the system of Figure 1 from a bottom perspective view; and Figure 4 shows the system of Figure 1 in use mounted to a pick-up truck;
Figure 5 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with another embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view;
Figure 6 shows the system of Figure 5 from a side view;
Figure 7 shows the system of Figure 5 from a bottom perspective view; and Figure 8 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with another embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
Figure 1 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 2 in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The system 2 is shown in perspective view.
The system 2 has a post 4 with a first end 6 and a second end 8. The first end 6 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck.
Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by 1 7/8 inches. In another embodiment, not shown, the post 4 is tapered so that the first end 6 is smaller in cross-sectional area than the second end 8.
The post 4 can be made of a material such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 4 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily.
Ideally, the post is about 36 inches. In a preferred embodiment, the post 4 is telescopic so that it can be raised higher and the light 10 can cast light further.
The second end 8 has a light 10 connected thereto. The light 10 has a cap 12 fitted onto a base 14. The cap 12 is removably connected to the base 14 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 12 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 10 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 2 is about 36 inches long.
The system 2 in figure 1 has a power cord 16 with a male connector 18 at the free end.
The male connector 18 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 16 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 18 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
______________ , ________________________ The end of the power cord 16 opposite the free end is connected to the light 10 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 1, the post 4 has a longitudinal channel 20 along one side and the power cord 16 is fixed in the longitudinal channel 20.
Figure 2 shows the system 2 in a side view.
Figure 3 shows the system 2 from a bottom perspective view.
Figure 4 shows the system 2 in use on a pick-up truck 50. The pick-up truck 50 has rear stake pockets 52 at a back of the truck bed. The system 2 is easily connected by inserting the first end 6 into the rear stake pocket 52. The male connector 18 is then inserted into the female socket 54 which is beside the license plate on the rear hitch 56 of the pick-up truck.
The system 2 is easily disconnected by removing the male connector 18 from the female socket 54 and then removing the first end 6 from the rear stake pocket 52.
When connected to the pick-up truck, the light will turn on when the headlights or parking lights are turned on. The light 10 can be turned off by turning the lights to the off or auto positions.
It is to be appreciated that the pick-up truck 50 shown in Figure 4 is merely an example and is in no way intended to limit the scope of the invention.
Figure 5 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 102 in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. The system 102 is shown in perspective view.
The system 102 has a post 104 with a first end 106 and a second end 108. The first end 106 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck.
Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by 1 7/8 inches.
The post 104 can be made of a material such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 104 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily. Ideally, the post is about 36 inches.
The second end 108 has a light 110 connected thereto. The light 110 has a cap 112 fitted onto a base 114. The cap 112 is removably connected to the base 114 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 112 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 110 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 102 is about 36 inches long.
The system 102 in Figure 5 has a power cord 116 with a male connector 118 at the free end. The male connector 118 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 116 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 118 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
The end of the power cord 116 opposite the free end is connected to the light 110 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 5, the post 104 is hollow and the power cord 116 passes through the hollow channel.
Figure 6 shows the system 102 in a side view.
_ _ , Figure 7 shows the system 102 from a bottom perspective view.
Figure 8 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 202 in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. The system 202 is shown in bottom perspective view.
The system 202 has a post 204 which comprises a plurality of nested post sections 204A
to 204F. The nested post sections 204A to 204F font' a telescopic post 204.
The telescopic post 204 is shown in extended position. The post 204 has a first end 206 and a second end 208. The first end 206 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck. Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by I 7/8 inches.
The post 204 can be made of a material such as metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 204 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily. Ideally, the post is about 36 inches.
The second end 208 has a light 210 connected thereto. The light 210 has a cap 212 fitted onto a base 214. The cap 212 is removably connected to the base 214 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 212 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 210 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 202 is about 36 inches long.
The system 202 in Figure 8 has a power cord 216 with a male connector 218 at the free end. The male connector 218 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 216 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 218 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
The end of the power cord 216 opposite the free end is connected to the light 210 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 8, the telescopic post 204 is hollow and the power cord 216 passes through the hollow channel.
The telescopic post 204 collapses by a respective nesting post section 204A to fitting inside of the adjacent larger diameter nesting post section 204A to 204F. Thus, the telescopic post 204 can be more easily stored. Alternatively, the telescopic post 204 can be adjusted so that the light 210 is at a higher or lower level as may be desired by an operator.
Although this disclosure has described and illustrated certain preferred embodiments of the invention, it is also to be understood that the invention is not restricted to these particular embodiments rather, the invention includes all embodiments which are functional, or mechanical equivalents of the specific embodiments and features that have been described and illustrated herein.
It will be understood that, although various features of the invention have been described with respect to one or another of the embodiments of the invention, the various features and embodiments of the invention may be combined or used in conjunction with other features and embodiments of the invention as described and illustrated herein.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a removable rear mounted vehicle safety light. More particularly, this invention relates to a safety light that is mountable in a rear stake post of a pick-up truck used in snow plowing operations.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Snow plowing is common in areas of the world where snow falls on roadways and surfaces travelled by vehicles. In particular, snowplowing is needed on roadways and driveways to permit access by motor vehicles. In many instances, snowplowing of driveways requires that the vehicle plowing the snow reverse out onto the roadway. This presents the obvious danger that the vehicle plowing the snow may be struck by traffic on the roadway.
Vehicles used to perform snowplowing operations are generally required to have a warning light thereon. When a pick-up truck is used to snow plow, the warning light is generally a flashing strobe light which is positioned on the top of the cab of the pick-up truck. However, when placed on the top of the cab of the pick-up truck, the warning light is not as visible to traffic on the roadway when the pick-up truck is backing onto the roadway.
U.S. Patent No. 6,409,367 B1 to Pratt discloses a rear-mounted vehicle lighting system that is coupled to a conventional hitch mount at a rear of a vehicle. However, the vehicle light system of Pratt comprises an elaborate structure which is cumbersome to connect and disconnect. As shown in Figure 1 of Pratt, the vehicle light system is connected to the trailer hitch of a pick-up truck. The vehicle light system comprises a large beacon mount connected to a coupling bar which is inserted into a trailer hitch.
Similarly to Pratt, U.S. Patent Application Publication No. US 2003/0128105 Al to Shaw discloses a hitch-mounted lighting and safety accessory. Figure 2 of Shaw shows a long tubing stock that is connected to the hitch.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed to a removable rear mounted vehicle safety light which overcomes at least some of the disadvantages of the prior art.
It is an object of this invention to provide a removable safety light that can be quickly and easily installed and removed from the rear area of a pick-up truck. By mounting the light into a standard-sized rear stake pocket of a pick-up truck, the light can be inserted and operational quickly, including mounting the post and connecting it to the rear electrical plug proximate to a trailer hitch or on the tail gate beside a license plate. This quick and easy convenience lends itself to snow plow operators who typically drive between jobs or work part-time and may not need the light affixed for long periods of time. The quick and easy installation is also important since plow operator's work under conditions where they wait for snow and then must move quickly to plow numerous customers' properties in the fastest manner possible.
Furtheimore, mounting the light system in the stake pocket eliminates the need for a light post that inhibits access to opening the rear tail gate of the pick-up truck.
The designs taught by Pratt and Shaw both suffer the disadvantage that a light post inhibits access to opening of the rear tail gate. Thus, the design of the current invention is beneficial for snow plough operators and =-) other trades people who may require frequent access to sand and salt, shovels, etc. in carrying out their work.
By mounting the light in the stake pocket, which is usually at least four feet above the ground, the strobe light post is less likely to be hit Or damaged in the operation of the vehicle.
Snow plow operators typically work in tight or narrow road and driveway conditions, with frequent backing up for better angles to push snow. It is common to back into other piles of snow. Furthermore, by late winter, when snow piles and banks have become large, this issue becomes greater. Our light is above that risk and will avoid damage from accidental contact with hard-packed ice and snow banks, trees, posts, etc.
The current invention can be made 36 inches long including the post and strobe light.
This height would permit the strobe to be visible from 360 degrees, including above the driver's cab unit at the front of the pick-up truck. Further, the light system can be constructed from lightweight and affordable materials and could eliminate the need for, or complement, the roof-top magnet lights often used by snow plow operators.
Snow plough operators typically back up while moving snow, often onto the main roadways and highways. When backing out of a lane or driveway, the vehicle is partly obscured by snow piles. The Pick-up Truck Torch Rear Strobe Light ensures visibility and warning before the vehicle is fully on the roadway, reducing the chance of collisions.
In one aspect, the present invention resides in a removable warning light device attachable at a rear-end of a vehicle, the device comprising: a post having a first end and a second end, the first end sized to fit into a rear stake pocket of the vehicle, and the second end having a light thereon.
Preferably, the light is powered by batteries.
Preferably, the removable warning light device further comprises an electrical cord having a first end and a second end, the first end of the electrical cord is connected to the warning light and a second end of the electrical cord has a male electrical connector which is compatible with a female electrical socket which provides electrical power at or near a rear hitch of the vehicle.
More preferably, the post is telescopic.
More preferably, the post is made from a material selected from the group consisting of:
wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, carbon fiber and composite material.
More preferably, the post has a longitudinal channel on one side and the electrical cord is fixed in the longitudinal channel.
More preferably, the post is hollow and the electrical cord is positioned within the hollow post.
More preferably, the post has reflector material thereon.
More preferably, the warning light is a strobe light.
Still more preferably, the strobe light is blue.
Further and other features of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the embodiments thereof.
õ,õ , BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Reference may now be had to the following detailed description taken together with the accompanying drawings in which:
Figure 1 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view;
Figure 2 shows the system of Figure 1 from a side view;
Figure 3 shows the system of Figure 1 from a bottom perspective view; and Figure 4 shows the system of Figure 1 in use mounted to a pick-up truck;
Figure 5 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with another embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view;
Figure 6 shows the system of Figure 5 from a side view;
Figure 7 shows the system of Figure 5 from a bottom perspective view; and Figure 8 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system in accordance with another embodiment of the invention shown in perspective view.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
Figure 1 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 2 in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The system 2 is shown in perspective view.
The system 2 has a post 4 with a first end 6 and a second end 8. The first end 6 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck.
Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by 1 7/8 inches. In another embodiment, not shown, the post 4 is tapered so that the first end 6 is smaller in cross-sectional area than the second end 8.
The post 4 can be made of a material such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 4 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily.
Ideally, the post is about 36 inches. In a preferred embodiment, the post 4 is telescopic so that it can be raised higher and the light 10 can cast light further.
The second end 8 has a light 10 connected thereto. The light 10 has a cap 12 fitted onto a base 14. The cap 12 is removably connected to the base 14 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 12 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 10 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 2 is about 36 inches long.
The system 2 in figure 1 has a power cord 16 with a male connector 18 at the free end.
The male connector 18 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 16 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 18 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
______________ , ________________________ The end of the power cord 16 opposite the free end is connected to the light 10 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 1, the post 4 has a longitudinal channel 20 along one side and the power cord 16 is fixed in the longitudinal channel 20.
Figure 2 shows the system 2 in a side view.
Figure 3 shows the system 2 from a bottom perspective view.
Figure 4 shows the system 2 in use on a pick-up truck 50. The pick-up truck 50 has rear stake pockets 52 at a back of the truck bed. The system 2 is easily connected by inserting the first end 6 into the rear stake pocket 52. The male connector 18 is then inserted into the female socket 54 which is beside the license plate on the rear hitch 56 of the pick-up truck.
The system 2 is easily disconnected by removing the male connector 18 from the female socket 54 and then removing the first end 6 from the rear stake pocket 52.
When connected to the pick-up truck, the light will turn on when the headlights or parking lights are turned on. The light 10 can be turned off by turning the lights to the off or auto positions.
It is to be appreciated that the pick-up truck 50 shown in Figure 4 is merely an example and is in no way intended to limit the scope of the invention.
Figure 5 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 102 in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. The system 102 is shown in perspective view.
The system 102 has a post 104 with a first end 106 and a second end 108. The first end 106 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck.
Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by 1 7/8 inches.
The post 104 can be made of a material such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 104 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily. Ideally, the post is about 36 inches.
The second end 108 has a light 110 connected thereto. The light 110 has a cap 112 fitted onto a base 114. The cap 112 is removably connected to the base 114 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 112 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 110 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 102 is about 36 inches long.
The system 102 in Figure 5 has a power cord 116 with a male connector 118 at the free end. The male connector 118 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 116 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 118 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
The end of the power cord 116 opposite the free end is connected to the light 110 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 5, the post 104 is hollow and the power cord 116 passes through the hollow channel.
Figure 6 shows the system 102 in a side view.
_ _ , Figure 7 shows the system 102 from a bottom perspective view.
Figure 8 shows a removable rear mounted vehicle safety/warning light system 202 in accordance with another embodiment of the invention. The system 202 is shown in bottom perspective view.
The system 202 has a post 204 which comprises a plurality of nested post sections 204A
to 204F. The nested post sections 204A to 204F font' a telescopic post 204.
The telescopic post 204 is shown in extended position. The post 204 has a first end 206 and a second end 208. The first end 206 is adapted and sized to be fitted into a rear stake pocket of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck. Preferably, about 4 to 6 inches of the first end 4 are fitted into the rear stake pocket of the vehicle to provide adequate securing of the post. The cross sectional area of a typical rear stake pocket of a vehicle is about 1 1/4 inches by I 7/8 inches.
The post 204 can be made of a material such as metal, plastic, fiberglass or composite material. It is preferred that the post 204 is sturdy and does not bend or flex very easily. Ideally, the post is about 36 inches.
The second end 208 has a light 210 connected thereto. The light 210 has a cap 212 fitted onto a base 214. The cap 212 is removably connected to the base 214 and forms a weatherproof seal. The cap 212 is removably connected to provide access to the bulb, and batteries, if battery powered, in case they need to be replaced. The light 210 is preferably a strobe light and more preferably a blue strobe light to denote a snow removal vehicle.
Preferably, the system 202 is about 36 inches long.
The system 202 in Figure 8 has a power cord 216 with a male connector 218 at the free end. The male connector 218 is connectable with a standard female power outlet of a vehicle.
Preferably, the power cord 216 is about 4 feet long to permit enough cord to connect the male connector 218 with a female power outlet at the rear end of a pick-up truck.
The end of the power cord 216 opposite the free end is connected to the light 210 to provide power thereto. As shown in Figure 8, the telescopic post 204 is hollow and the power cord 216 passes through the hollow channel.
The telescopic post 204 collapses by a respective nesting post section 204A to fitting inside of the adjacent larger diameter nesting post section 204A to 204F. Thus, the telescopic post 204 can be more easily stored. Alternatively, the telescopic post 204 can be adjusted so that the light 210 is at a higher or lower level as may be desired by an operator.
Although this disclosure has described and illustrated certain preferred embodiments of the invention, it is also to be understood that the invention is not restricted to these particular embodiments rather, the invention includes all embodiments which are functional, or mechanical equivalents of the specific embodiments and features that have been described and illustrated herein.
It will be understood that, although various features of the invention have been described with respect to one or another of the embodiments of the invention, the various features and embodiments of the invention may be combined or used in conjunction with other features and embodiments of the invention as described and illustrated herein.
Claims (10)
The embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property or privilege is claimed is defined as follows:
1. A removable warning light device attachable at a rear-end of a vehicle, the device comprising:
a post having a first end and a second end, the first end sized to fit into a rear stake pocket of the vehicle, and the second end having a light thereon.
a post having a first end and a second end, the first end sized to fit into a rear stake pocket of the vehicle, and the second end having a light thereon.
2. The removable warning light device of claim 1, wherein the light is powered by batteries.
3. The removable warning light device of claim 1, further comprising an electrical cord having a first end and a second end, the first end of the electrical cord is connected to the warning light and a second end of the electrical cord has a male electrical connector which is compatible with a female electrical socket which provides electrical power at or near a rear hitch of the vehicle.
4. The removable warning light device of claim 3, wherein the post is telescopic.
5. The removable warning light device of claim 3, wherein the post is made from a material selected from the group consisting of: wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, carbon fiber and composite material.
6. The removable warning light device of claim 3, wherein the post has a longitudinal channel on one side and the electrical cord is fixed in the longitudinal channel.
7. The removable warning light device of claim 3, wherein the post is hollow and the electrical cord is positioned within the hollow post.
8. The removable warning light device of claim 1, wherein the post has reflector material thereon.
9. The removable warning light device of claim 1, wherein the warning light is a strobe light.
10. The removable warning light device of claim 9, wherein the strobe light is blue.
Priority Applications (2)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA2871257A CA2871257A1 (en) | 2014-11-10 | 2014-11-10 | Removable rear mounted vehicle safety light |
| CA2897050A CA2897050A1 (en) | 2014-11-10 | 2015-07-10 | Removable rear mounted vehicle safety light |
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