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Light delivery systems (3100) /lighting devices include a light distributor (3160) and anflexible light emitter (3110). A malleable member adjacent said light emitter (3110) isnbendable to hold the shape of the light emitter once arranged in a desirednposition. A protective cover (3200) protects the light emitter (3110) and/or light distributor (3160)nfrom direct contact with contaminants or components which may interferenwith proper operation thereof. A handle (3232) connected to the light distributor (3160)ncontains a light pipe or rod (3316) that provides an interface between the lightndistributor (3160) and a light source conduit which may be inserted into a socket innthe handle (3232) or connected to a male adaptor mounted in the socket. |