WO2013098148A2

WO2013098148A2 - Battery-operated flashlight

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Publication number: WO2013098148A2
Application number: PCT/EP2012/076089
Authority: WO
Inventors: Dieter Ljubojevic
Original assignee: Dieter Ljubojevic
Priority date: 2011-12-27
Filing date: 2012-12-19
Publication date: 2013-07-04
Also published as: EP2798262A2; WO2013098148A3

Abstract

The aim of the invention is to produce a highly user-friendly flashlight that reacts reliably to situations in which an illumination of the interior of a carrying bag or the like is desired and offers a wide variety of applications. This is achieved by a battery-operated flashlight comprising a housing (100) which has an upper face (110), a lower face (120), and at least one lateral wall (130). At least one battery (122a, 122b) is arranged in the housing (100), said flashlight having at least one light source (L; L1, L2) and an electronic system (IC) which is connected to the light source. At least one sensor (S) is arranged on the lateral wall (130) of the housing (100), said sensor being connected to the electronic system. A cover (D) is arranged on the upper face (100) of the housing, said cover being connected to the housing (100) in a rotatable manner, in particular in a foldable manner. A mirror (SP; SP`) is arranged on the interior or the exterior of the cover (D). Thus, a flashlight is proposed which can be designed in a very compact manner and which not only has a sensor system for automatically controlling light sources but is also provided with a movable cover and a mirror arranged thereon so that women in particular can also use the flashlight as a makeup aid.

Description

Battery powered flashlight

The invention relates to a battery operated torch according to the preamble of claim 1. In particular, the invention relates to a battery-powered torch having at least one light source and associated electronics, which is connectable to one or more sensors to the or Light source dependent on the sensor signals to control.

Various constructions of battery operated flashlights and flashlights are known in the art, such as the classic flashlight. There are flashlights with other housing shapes, such as the described in DE 2062470 flashlight, which has an oval-shaped housing with a top, a bottom and a side wall, wherein on the bottom in the interior of the housing batteries are arranged, which also in the Housing arranged bulbs provide power. The upper side of the housing is designed to be transparent, so that the light generated by the luminous means radiates outwards. The flashlight has a very compact design that fits well in the user's hand. However, the batteries are difficult to access. The transparent top or The lid of the housing may be formed as an optical lens to achieve a large-area radiation of the light, so that the flashlight can also be used well as a reading lamp. There is a switch on the bottom of the case to turn the flashlight on and off. An electronics for controlling the light source is not provided. Incidentally, a conventional low-voltage light bulb is used as the light source, which is accompanied by a relatively large power consumption.

From US 2005/0213317 Al a flashlight is known which uses a light-emitting diode (LED) or a light-emitting diode group, which (s) is / are connected to an electronics, which in turn is connected to a sensor. The sensor may, for example, be a contact sensor which detects the touching of the flashlight by the user and controls the switching on and off of the LED (s) as a function of the sensor signal via the electronics. The flashlight may also be equipped with a keychain and serve as a so-called keychain light (see Fig. 7 and 8) .The touch sensor may be disposed on the side of the housing of the flashlight powered flashlight known with a housing having a top, a bottom and at least one side wall, wherein in the housing at least one battery is arranged, the flashlight having at least one light emitting device and associated electronics, and wherein on the side wall of the housing at least one sensor is arranged, which is connected to the electronics. Further documents from the state of the art are: US 2009/0065715 A1, US 2009/0168411 A1, US 2010/0182781 A1, WO 2004/010047 A1, WO 2004/084163 A1, US 2005/0213317 A1, US Pat. No. 6,848,807 B2, DE 20318106 Ul and DE 20108105 Ul.

Despite the variety of different types of flashlights and lights available in the prior art, there is currently no sensor-controlled flashlight that is user-friendly to handle and that would be suitable for supporting the interior of a carrying bag, i. a handbag, a carrying bag or the like to illuminate automatically as soon as the wearer of the carrying bag opens or engages in this.

It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a battery-operated flashlight, which is for a sensor-controlled and user-friendly to be handled illumination of the interior of a carrying case, especially a lady's handbag, and is versatile.

The object is achieved by a battery-powered pocket lamp with the features of claim 1.

Accordingly, in the case of the battery-operated pocket light according to the invention, a cover is arranged on the upper side of the housing, which is connected to the housing such that it can rotate, in particular fold, and a mirror is arranged on the inside or the outside of the cover.

As a result, a very compact executable flashlight is proposed, which not only has a sensor for the automatic control of bulbs, but also with a movable lid and a mirror disposed thereon, so that in particular ladies can use the flashlight as a make-up aid. Preferably, at least one illuminant is arranged so that it radiates in a direction in which the face of a user is in viewing the mirror. The flashlight can also be equipped with a compartment arranged under the lid, which is preferably designed as a make-up tray.

The flashlight thus has several functionalities and can be due to a very compact design very easy in a handbag, especially women's handbag, housed. Preferably, the arrangement of one or more sensors on the side wall of the housing is provided, so that the flashlight in addition to the good illumination of the pocket interior allows a particularly effective sensor function. Because the arrangement of one or more sensors on the side wall of the housing results in the sensor (s) with high probability not being covered by objects located in the carrying bag. Studies with prototypes have shown that when using the bag, the flashlight according to the invention usually slips between the items in the bag, such as purse, wallet, notebook, mobile phone, handkerchief pack, etc., so that essentially only the top and the bottom comes in contact with these objects, but not the side wall and the sensor (s) located there. Thus, the at least one sensor (eg IR or light sensor) is free and can open the carrying bag (incidence of light) and / or the Approach the hand (heat input) immediately and unhindered.

Advantageous embodiments of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims.

Preferably, at least two lighting means are arranged on the side wall of the housing as follows:

the bulbs are arranged in proximity to each other and to the sensor at a distance; or

- The lamps are spaced from each other and to the sensor, in particular approximately equal

Intervals arranged. In the first variant, the lighting means themselves are arranged close to each other, so that these are e.g. can radiate in the same direction and thus can realize a flashlight function, in particular the formation of a light cone. In this context, it is advantageous if at least one of the lighting means radiates in a direction in which the face of a user is viewing the mirror. As a result, a targeted facial illumination is achieved when using the mirror. Thus, the flashlight can also be used as a make-up mirror.

In the second variant, the lighting means are arranged spaced from each other, so that an all-round illumination of the pocket interior can be achieved. In both variants, it may be advantageous if at least one of the lighting means is movably arranged in or on the housing. Also, the at least one light source can be arranged on the cover of the housing. In a preferred embodiment, at least one compartment for receiving objects, in particular cosmetic articles comprising powder rouge inserts, eyeshadow inserts and / or applicators, is provided in the housing below the lid. In this context, it is advantageous if a mirror is arranged on the outside of the lid. It can be provided that at least one of the lighting means is arranged on the lid. Preferably, at least one illuminant disposed on the lid radiates in a direction in which a user's face is in an unfolded position of the lid when viewing the mirror.

Alternatively, the at least one luminous means may also be arranged below the upper side inside the housing, the upper side of the housing being made of an at least partially light-transmissive material, such as e.g. Plexiglas, is manufactured and wherein at least one of the lighting means is arranged integrated in the material. LEDs are preferably used as the light source.

Preferably, the housing of the battery operated flashlight is designed so that the housing corresponds to a cylindrical basic shape with a round side wall and / or with a curved top and / or bottom. In particular, the housing has the shape of a round or oval body, so to speak the shape of a "pill box", which positions itself upright in the pocket when carrying the bag, so that the side wall provided with sensors and LEDs is largely exposed. It is advantageous if at least two spaced-apart sensors, in particular two different sensors, are arranged on the side wall of the housing. In particular, one sensor can be an infrared sensor, for example, and the other sensor can be a light sensor, for example. This makes it possible to detect a state in which the carrying bag is opened (light sensor detects a light incidence) and the wearer reaches into the inside of the bag (heat sensor detects the approaching hand) to look for items in the bag search. The arrangement of several different sensors on or in a battery-operated flashlight on its own constitutes an independent, independent invention.

The battery-powered flashlight is preferably designed such that a battery compartment is arranged on the underside of the housing, which is preferably designed to be closable with a rotatable lid or closure lid. The battery compartment is used to hold the at least one battery, in particular for receiving at least two batteries, which are arranged side by side in the housing or battery compartment.

The battery powered flashlight can be realized with or without lid. It can be provided that the at least one battery is designed as a rechargeable battery or battery and that a charging cable connection is provided on the housing, and / or that are arranged at least on the top of the housing photovoltaic elements for charging the battery. If a charging cable connection is provided, then this is preferably used as a ÜSB connection, in particular mini USB Connection, trained. Alternatively or additionally, the charging cable connection can also be designed as a data connection.

In this context, it is advantageous if the electronics has an integrated circuit which is connected to the charging cable connection and to the at least one rechargeable battery, and which controls a charging of the at least one rechargeable battery. Furthermore, it is advantageous if the integrated circuit is also connected to the at least one sensor and the at least one lighting means, and if the integrated circuit controls the at least one lighting means in response to sensor signals which the at least one sensor outputs. In addition, it may be advantageous if the integrated circuit has a programmable microprocessor which is programmable by means of a data exchange via the charging cable connection.

Preferably, the upper side of the housing or the lid is made of an at least partially light-transmissive material, and at least one of the lighting means is arranged integrated in the material or is arranged below the upper side in the interior of the housing. It may be advantageous if at least two sensors are arranged at the top or bottom of the housing. In this case, the one sensor can be arranged on one side and the other on the other side. Preferably, the sensors are designed as two or more different sensors, in particular as an infrared sensor and light sensor.

The housing of the battery operated flashlight preferably has a cylindrical basic shape with a round side wall and / or with a curved top and / or Underside, wherein the top of the housing is designed for the application of characters, symbols, logos, graphics and / or photo printing elements.

The invention and the advantages resulting therefrom will now be described in detail by means of embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show the following schematic representations:

Fig. La-e show in different views

Flashlight and its structure according to a first embodiment, in which a lighting means and a sensor are provided;

Fig. 2a / b show in different views one

Flashlight according to a second

Embodiment in which two lighting means and a sensor are provided;

Fig. 3a / b show in different views one

Flashlight according to another

Embodiment in which a lid with

transparent top and an integrated bulb are provided;

Fig. 4a / b show in the form of block diagrams the

electrical circuits for a flashlight with battery or with rechargeable accumulator and charging cable connection; and

Fig. 5 shows a further embodiment of a

Flashlight with one on the outside of the Cover mounted mirror and with a user-oriented bulb.

In Fig. La, a flashlight according to a first embodiment is shown in a view obliquely from above. The flashlight has a substantially cylindrical or disc-shaped housing 100, on which a cover D is rotatably mounted via a horizontally oriented pivot. Preferably, the edges and edges of the housing are rounded; Also, the basic shape of the housing may vary and be formed, for example, oval, elliptical or the like. The basic shape can also be rectangular in shape as a flat cuboid, etc., but should preferably be relatively flat, so that the flashlight essentially has a pill-shaped or disc-shaped design which fits vertically inside a carrying bag between the local objects. The lid D is designed in the form of a hinged lid (hinged lid). The hinge could also be oriented vertically, so that the lid could then be pivoted laterally; other variants are conceivable. On the housing 100, in particular on its lateral wall 130, at least one sensor S are mounted and a plurality of lighting means (here below the transparent cover A). The lamps and the sensors will be described in more detail below. On the housing 100, an interface IF for connecting a charging cable for charging the battery-powered flashlight is also provided. Preferably, it is a USB port, in particular a so-called. Mini-USB port, which allows the connection of standardized chargers. Fig. Lb shows the flashlight with the cover removed (see A in Fig. La) and with the lid open D. On the inside of the lid, a mirror SP is mounted. Below the lid D at least one compartment F for receiving objects is embedded in the housing. Preferably, the compartment is designed to store cosmetic articles, such as powder blush inserts, eyeshadow inserts, and / or applicators. As a result, the flashlight is particularly suitable for ladies, because they can not only use the light function of the flashlight, but also at the same time in an object a make-up with mirror SP and accessory tray F have to hand. The flashlight thus also represents a mobile make-up set. Preferably, at least one light source L * is provided on the front side of the housing, which radiates in the direction of the face of a user when she is looking at her mirror image in the mirror SP and wants to put on make-up or make-up -Up wants to refresh.

Fig. 1c shows the flashlight in such an application situation in which a user has opened the lid D and looks for makeup in the mirror SP. For example, LEDs are used as the light source, the one light source L * being directed slightly upwards and thus illuminating the face of the user, which in turn facilitates the make-up process. The luminous means L * can be activated together with the other luminous means L via the sensor system (see sensor S in Fig. 1a) or can also be switched on additionally or alternatively via a switch or own sensor only when the lid D is opened , Thus, the LED L * radiates in a direction in which the user's face is in an unfolded position of the lid when viewing the mirror. It can also be provided that the lamp L * is not rigidly mounted, but movably arranged in or on the housing. As a result, the lighting or emission direction can be optimally adjusted.

1a-c also illustrate the arrangement of the light sources L and L * relative to each other and to the sensor S: Accordingly, the light sources L and L * are arranged on the side wall of the housing in each case at a distance from the sensor S. This ensures that the light sources do not disturb the sensor (for example a light sensor) and that the emission direction of the light bulbs is not covered by the objects in the carry bag or handbag. In the embodiment shown, the two bulbs L and L * are arranged in proximity to each other, or directly next to each other, wherein the light source L * shines in a direction in which the user's face is viewing the mirror SP. As a result, the face of the user is illuminated and the flashlight can be used very well as a make-up mirror. It can also be provided that one or both light sources are movably arranged in or on the housing in order to be able to set the emission direction even better. Based on the Fig. Id and le now the structure and function of the flashlight will be described in more detail. These figures relate more to the functional structure and give the outer design of the flashlight only very simplified by dashed lines again:

Figure ld corresponds to a view obliquely from above on the flashlight; Fig. Le shows the flashlight in a view obliquely from below. The housing 100 is shown here without cover D and is simplified here as a flat Can or disc shown. It goes without saying that the basic shape of the housing can vary and, for example, oval, elliptical or the like may be formed. The basic shape can also be rectangular in shape as a flat cuboid, etc., but should preferably be relatively flat, so that the flashlight essentially has a pill-shaped or disc-shaped design which fits vertically inside a carrying bag between the local objects.

The housing 100 has a top 110 and a bottom 120, which may also be curved in each case. In addition, the housing 100 has at least one side wall 130: in the case of a round disk shape, it is a circumferential side wall, in the case of a cuboid shape it is four side walls. At least one sensor S and at least one light source L are arranged on the side wall 130, wherein these are spaced apart from one another, preferably opposite one another. This avoids that the sensor is influenced by the light source. For example, the sensor S is designed as a light sensor or photosensitive sensor, which detects the incidence of light when the bag is opened and activates the electronics (see FIG. 4a / b) for switching on the luminous means L. The light source L is preferably a light-emitting diode (called LED for short) or light-emitting diode group, the LEDs preferably being embedded in a reflector.

Inside the housing 100 is the electronics, which essentially has an integrated circuit or chip IC which controls the LEDs depending on the sensor signal. If, for example, a light incidence is detected, the electronics switch on the LEDs for a predefinable period of time. The wearer of the bag then has the opportunity to look inside the bag to search for items. The sensor signal thus triggers the switching on of the LEDs; the time until the LEDs are switched off is controlled by the electronics and can be, for example, 10 seconds. Since the LEDs do not emit in the direction of the sensor S, feedback is avoided so that the electronics will not be triggered continuously and the LEDs remain indefinitely on. As the Fig. Le shows an externally accessible battery compartment 121 is provided on the bottom 120, in which at least one battery can be inserted. Preferably, two button cell batteries 122a and 122b are inserted to provide sufficient power to the flashlight. The electronic IC also has a DC-DC converter which converts the battery voltage from, for example, 6V (2x3V) to 3.3V to supply the LEDs. The batteries can be easily replaced because the battery compartment 121 is provided with a removable lid 123, which preferably has a rotatable latched latch. The button cell batteries 122a and 122b may be inserted one behind the other (in series) as shown in FIG. The battery compartment can also be designed so that the button cell batteries can be inserted side by side (parallel). This variant is particularly space-saving. In addition, then very powerful batteries can be used. Instead of disposable button cell batteries also rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries can be used. In this case, a charging function (from the electronics) and a charging cable connection (see Figures la and 4b) are provided. The electronics can also implement a sleep function or a sleeping mode to save battery power. Due to the lateral arrangement of the at least one sensor S and the at least one luminous means L and the central arrangement of the battery (s) in a battery compartment 121 accessible from below, a very compact and user-friendly construction is made possible, which also provides a secure sensor function and good illumination the respective carrying bag ensures. The flashlight can not only be used in shopping bags or the like, but can be used in all places where a self-sufficient and automatically working lighting is desired. As the first embodiment shows, the flashlight can also be used as a make-up aid. For this purpose, the already described mirror SP is useful; likewise the illuminants already described with reference to FIG. 1b, at least one of which illuminates the face of the user. The two lamps L and L * can be positioned in close proximity to each other on the side wall 130 of the housing. The distance to the sensor S should be as large as possible.

FIG. 2 a shows a view from above (top view) of a further exemplary embodiment of a pocket lamp, wherein the lid is not explicitly shown. Fig. 2b shows this flashlight in a side view, wherein the lid D forms the top 110 of the housing. As can be seen from the two drawings, the flashlight has a round housing 100 with a side wall 130, on which two light sources LI and L2 and a sensor S are arranged. These elements LI, L2 and S are arranged as far as possible from each other at a distance from one another, that is to say they are offset by approximately 120 degrees so that they do not influence one another. In addition, by using several bulbs (LEDs) a broader light emission and thus better illumination of a bag is achieved. The LEDs can They can also be individually activated or activated in order to achieve different lighting effects, such as, for example, alternately flashing light, etc. As a result, an optical warning function can also be implemented which deters strangers, for example, when the bag is opened.

The LEDs (see also in Fig. 4a / b, the LEDs L and L ¹ ) may have different intensities and / or colors that can change time-controlled. Many other variants are conceivable. Instead of a single sensor, several sensors can be used, which preferably have different properties.

As shown with reference to FIG. ⁴ a, for example, a first sensor S may be formed as a light sensor and a second sensor S ^{1 may be formed} as an infrared sensor. Both sensors are connected to the electronics or to the chip IC, wherein the first sensor S detects a light incidence (opening of the carrying case) and the second sensor S ^ recognizes the approach of the hand of the user. It can be verified by the sensor signal of the second sensor S " ¹ that the LEDs are only switched on when the bag is opened and at the same time the user (or a stranger) grips inside the bag, if only the bag is opened (eg unintentionally opening by itself), this can be determined precisely because then only the first sensor S will emit a signal, in which case an alarm or a warning may be triggered by causing the LEDs to flash then pointed out that his bag has opened unintentionally.

If, on the other hand, the bag is opened in the dark and a hand reaches into the inside of the bag, this can be a sign of a theft attempt. In this case, an alarm or a warning would also be sent out. Becomes however, if the bag is opened in the light or in an illuminated environment and penetrates a hand, this can be an indication of normal use of the bag, ie the user wants to search for objects in his bag. In this case, the LEDs can be switched to normal illumination. Again, many variations are possible.

Furthermore, a variety of sensors can be used, such. optical sensors (light), thermal sensors (IR), acoustic sensors, magnetic sensors or radio-frequency sensors (electromagnetic radiation), e.g. To detect whether a mobile phone is inside the bag or is placed in or out. As a result, situation-specific lighting and / or warning functions can be realized.

Fig. 4b shows the sensor circuit in the variant of a battery-operated circuit in which a rechargeable battery or a battery BAT can be charged via a charging cable IF connection. Preferably, the charging cable IF is designed as a mini-USB port. The integrated circuit IC also takes over the control of the charging and the voltage monitoring of the battery BAT. The mini-USB connector IF allows you to charge the battery BAT on stand-alone chargers or on a PC or laptop (via the USB port). The connection IF can also be extended as a data connection to program the sensors.

In Fig. 3a is in a view from above a

Flashlight according to another embodiment shown; Fig. 3b shows the flashlight in one Side view. As can be seen from both figures, the flashlight has a transparent upper shell or lid with a light bulb L underneath it, which is thus located inside the lid D. The lid can be made of a fully transparent material, such as Plexiglas PG. It can also consist of a partially permeable and possibly colored material. Furthermore, the lid may be formed as a light-scattering dome. On the side wall 130 there is at least one sensor S, which emits its signals to the chip IC for the purpose of controlling the lighting means, which is preferably realized by an LED or LED group.

Instead of a sensor, two or more sensors may be arranged on the housing. For example, two sensors can not be arranged on the side, but respectively on top and bottom on or in the housing, so that in each case one sensor is oriented upwards or downwards. The housing may be transparent or at least partially transparent and take the form of a UFO, with the LEDs located inside the housing so that the entire sensor-controlled housing can shine.

FIG. 5 shows a further embodiment of the invention in which a mirror SP ¹ * is arranged on the outside of the cover D. On the movable lid D at least one light source L # is arranged, which preferably illuminates the face of the user. Below the lid D may be a cosmetics compartment or other storage compartment.

With reference to the embodiments described above, particularly advantageous combinations of the features of the invention will be described. However subcombinations of these are also to be regarded as independent inventions. This applies in particular to the following combination of features (see also Fig. Ld-e), which defines a battery-operated flashlight with a housing (with or without cover) having a top 110, a bottom 120 and at least one side wall 130, wherein at least one battery 122a, 122b is accommodated in the housing, in particular in a battery compartment 121 arranged on the underside of the housing, the flashlight having at least one light source L and an associated electronics IC, and at least one on the side wall 130 of the housing 100 Sensor S is arranged, which is connected to the electronics. This feature combination represents an independent invention and can be further developed by additional features as follows:

On the side wall 130 of the housing, the at least one light-emitting means L is arranged at a distance from the sensor S. Preferably, at least two light-emitting means LI, L2 are arranged at a distance from each other and at a distance from the sensor S (see Fig. 2a). The least two

Illuminants LI, L2 are arranged to each other and to the sensor S at approximately equal intervals.

The at least one luminous means L is arranged below the upper side 110 in the interior of the housing (see Fig. 3a and 3b), wherein the upper side 110 of the housing is made of an at least partially light-transmissive material.

• On the side wall 130 of the housing at least two mutually spaced sensors S, S in particular two different sensors are arranged (s.

Fig. 4a). Preferably, the one sensor corresponds to an infrared sensor S and the other a light sensor S ^Λ . ^β The at least one battery is designed as a rechargeable battery, wherein to the housing 100, a charging cable Änschluss IF is provided (see Fig. Fig. la and 4b). The charging cable connection IF is preferably designed as a USB connection, in particular a mini USB connection, and / or the charging cable connection IF is also designed as a data connection.

Overall, the invention allows the realization of a very user-friendly flashlight, which responds reliably to situations in which an illumination of the interior of a carrying bag or the like is desired, and offers versatile uses.

Claims

claims

Battery powered flashlight comprising a housing (100) having a top side (110), a bottom side (120) and at least one side wall (130), wherein in the housing (100) at least one battery (122a, 122b) is arranged, the flashlight

at least one light source (L; LI, L2) and associated electronics (IC), wherein at the

Side wall (130) of the housing (100) at least one sensor (S) is arranged, which is connected to the electronics, characterized in that on the top (100) a lid (D) is arranged, the rotatable, in particular hinged, with the housing (100) is connected, and that on the inside or the outside of the lid (D), a mirror (SP, SP) is arranged.

Battery operated flashlight according to claim 1, characterized in that on the side wall (130) of the housing (100) at least two lighting means (L, L *) are arranged as follows:

- The lighting means (L, L *) are arranged in proximity to each other and to the sensor (S) spaced; or

- The lighting means (LI, L2) are arranged spaced from each other and to the sensor (S), in particular arranged at approximately equal intervals.

Battery operated flashlight according to claims 1 and 2, characterized in that at least one of the two lighting means is arranged as follows:

- At least one (L *) of the two bulbs radiates in a direction in which the face of a user when looking at the mirror (SP) in a unfolded position of the lid (D) is located; or

- At least one (L *) of the lighting means is movably arranged in or on the housing (100); or

- At least one (L # *) of the bulbs is arranged on the lid (D) and radiates in a direction in which the face of a user when viewing the mirror (SP) is located.

Battery powered flashlight according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in the housing (100) below the lid (D)

at least one compartment (F) for receiving objects, in particular cosmetic articles comprising

Powder rouge inserts, eye shadow inserts and / or applicators.

Battery-powered flashlight according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the underside of the housing (100) a battery compartment (121), in particular a means of rotatable lid or closure lid (123) closable battery compartment (121) for receiving the at least one battery

(122a, 122b) is arranged, in particular for receiving at least two batteries, which are arranged side by side in the housing or battery compartment.

Battery operated flashlight according to the preamble of claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the at least one battery is designed as a rechargeable battery or battery (BAT) and that on the housing (100) a charging cable connection (IF) is provided, and / or that at least on the

Top of the housing Photovoltaic elements for Charging the accumulator are arranged.

Battery-powered flashlight according to claim 6, characterized in that the charging cable connection (IF) as a USB port, in particular mini-USB port, is formed, and / or that of

Charging cable connection (IF) is also designed as a data connection. 8. battery-operated flashlight according to claim 7, characterized in that the electronics comprises an integrated circuit (Ι0) which is connected to the charging cable connection (IF) and to the at least one rechargeable battery (BAT), and charging the at least one rechargeable

Battery (BAT) controls.

9. battery-powered flashlight according to claim 8, characterized in that the integrated

Circuit (IC) also with the at least one sensor

(S) and the at least one light source (L, L *) is connected, and that the integrated circuit (IC), the at least one lighting means (L, L *) in

Dependent on sensor signals that outputs the at least one sensor (S).

10. battery-operated flashlight according to claim 8 and 9, characterized in that the integrated

Circuit (ΙΟ ^λ ) comprises a programmable microprocessor, which by means of a data exchange via the

Charging cable connection (IF) is programmable.

11. Battery operated flashlight according to one of the

preceding claims, characterized in that the top of the housing (100) or the lid (D) of an at least partially light-transmissive

Material (PG) is made, and that at least one (L ^x ) of the lamps in the material (PG) is integrated or disposed below the top (110) inside the housing (100).

12. Battery powered flashlight after one of

previous claims, characterized in that at least two sensors on the top or

Bottom of the housing are arranged.

13. Battery powered flashlight according to one of

preceding claims, characterized in that at least two sensors as two different sensors (S, S ^x ) are formed, in particular as an infrared sensor (S) and light sensor (S ^A ) are formed.

14. Battery powered flashlight after one of

preceding claims, characterized in that the housing (100) of a cylindrical basic shape with a round side wall (130) and / or with a curved top (110) and / or bottom (120) corresponds, and that the top (110) of the housing (100) is designed for the application of characters, symbols, logos, graphics and / or photo printing elements.