Clamp for attaching an illuminating device to mobility support apparatus

Abstract

The clamping device provides an attachment mechanism for a source of illumination (flashlight) to be fixed to a mobility support apparatus such as a walking cane, walker, crutches, trekking poles, hiking or ski poles. The illumination source is secured by the clamping device, which attaches the light source to the mobility apparatus. The illumination device can be a standard mini-flashlight with a filament bulb, light emitting diode or halogen bulb ad the light source.

1 . This clamp invention enables a person to attach a source of illumination temporarily of permanently to any mobility support apparatus such as a cane, walker, crutches, trekking, hiking or ski pole.  
   
   
       2 . The clamp invention allows for the accommodation of mobility support apparatuses that vary in size, diameter and shape. This is accomplished with the use of a thumbscrew that alters the size of the opening and tension of the clamp on the apparatus.  
   
   
       3 . The clamp invention is shaped to slide easily on and off the support apparatus of similar diameters without adjustment. This occurs, because the final shape of the adjustable opening displays a small curved reverse lip that speeds application and removal.