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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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29-03-2012 дата публикации

Three-dimensional information presentation device

Номер: US20120075878A1
Автор: Fumihiko Sakaue, Jun Sato, Masahiko Inagaki
Принадлежит: Nagoya Institute of Technology NUC

Three-dimensional information is presented directly on the surface of a target three-dimensional object without using a display device such as a display monitor and an HUD. Spatially coded light patterns are projected from two projectors on a target object surface. The light projected from the two projectors are added up on the object surface to produce unified color and luminance. On the object surface, light is simply added up, so that a pattern whose color and brightness correspond to distance and height appears. Hence, a distance to an object or a three-dimensional shape of an object can be highlighted by the color and brightness presented on the object for perception by human beings.

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Номер записи: 1
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Camera light

Номер: US20120176526A1
Автор: Elizabeth Jane Peacock, Stephen Thomas Peacock
Принадлежит: Individual

A camera light assembly ( 100 ) includes a camera assembly ( 102 ) and a marker light assembly ( 111 ). The camera assembly ( 102 ) includes a body ( 104 ) and a lens ( 108 ) positioned at a forward portion of the body ( 104 ). The marker light assembly ( 111 ) includes a light housing ( 112 ) having an aperture ( 118 ) extending therethrough. The body ( 104 ) of the camera assembly ( 102 ) is elongated and is received within the aperture ( 118 ) of the light housing ( 112 ) of the marker light assembly ( 111 ). Camera lock rings ( 126, 128 ) are utilized to releasably secure the camera assembly ( 102 ) to the marker light assembly ( 111 ).

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Номер записи: 2
07-03-2013 дата публикации

Impact-Warning and Prevention Device

Номер: US20130057398A1
Автор: Man WEN
Принадлежит: Individual

An impact-warning and prevention device in the shape of a license plate holder is disclosed, where some strong LED lights will be activated to shine focused light at the driver in the aft vehicle, so that the aft driver gets sufficient warning for slowing down or keeping a safer distance, if the aft vehicle is coming too close to the vehicle equipped with device of present application.

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Номер записи: 3
04-04-2013 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHTING UNIT

Номер: US20130083553A1
Автор: Sekiguchi Tatsuya
Принадлежит:

A vehicle lighting unit can include a first lens and a second lens disposed below the first lens, and a first semiconductor light-emitting device disposed substantially at a vehicle rear-side focal point of the first lens. Light emitted from the first semiconductor light-emitting device in a narrow angle direction can be incident on the first lens. A first reflector can be disposed diagonally forward and downward with respect to the first semiconductor light-emitting device such that light emitted from the first semiconductor light-emitting device in a wide angle direction is incident thereon and reflected diagonally rearward and downward. The light emitted in the narrow angle direction and incident on the first lens having a luminous intensity higher than the light emitted in the wide angle direction. A second reflector can be disposed diagonally rearward and downward with respect to the first reflector. 1. A vehicle lighting unit , having an upper first optical axis configured to extend in a front-rear direction of a vehicle and a lower second optical axis configured to extend in the front-rear direction of the vehicle and positioned below the first optical axis , the vehicle lighting unit comprising:a first lens disposed on the first optical axis and having a focal point on a vehicle rear-side of the first lens;a second lens disposed on the second optical axis and having a focal point on a vehicle rear-side of the second lens;a first semiconductor light-emitting device disposed substantially at the vehicle rear-side focal point of the first lens and having a light emission surface configured to direct light during operation to the first lens and along an element optical axis such that light emitted from the first semiconductor light-emitting device in a narrow angle direction with respect to the element optical axis is incident on the first lens;a first reflector disposed diagonally forward and downward with respect to the first semiconductor light-emitting ...

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Номер записи: 4
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Multifunctional strip for motor vehicle

Номер: US20130214915A1
Автор: Benjamin Nikol, Christian Brendel, Christian Winkelmann, Christoph Schmitz, Jens Dietmar Reuschel, Markus Halm, Robert Angermüller, Sebastian Schwartze, Tobias Urban
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A multifunctional strip for a motor vehicle includes a panel element having a strip-shaped configuration and constructed for outputting first and second items of information which differ from one another; and at least one actuator for outputting an acoustic signal as one of the items of information. The multifunctional strip can be arranged on the outside of the body of the motor vehicle.

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Номер записи: 5
16-01-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHT CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20140015406A1
Автор: Fujiwara Hiroyuki, Terayama Takahito
Принадлежит: OMRON AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A vehicle light control device mounted on a vehicle to control lighting of a light of the vehicle based on illuminance around the vehicle, has an infrared sensor that detects an infrared ray around the vehicle, an infrared illuminance detector that detects infrared illuminance from an output of the infrared sensor, a visible-light sensor that detects visible light around the vehicle, a visible-light illuminance detector that detects visible-light illuminance from an output of the visible-light sensor, a storage in which a first lighting threshold is stored, and a controller that controls the lighting of the light based on the infrared illuminance detected by the infrared illuminance detector, the visible-light illuminance detected by the visible-light illuminance detector, and the first lighting threshold stored in the storage. 1. A vehicle light control device mounted on a vehicle to control lighting of a light of the vehicle based on illuminance around the vehicle , comprising:an infrared sensor that detects an infrared ray around the vehicle;an infrared illuminance detector that detects infrared illuminance from an output of the infrared sensor;a visible-Light sensor that detects visible light around the vehicle;a visible-light illuminance detector that detects visible-light illuminance from an output of the visible-light sensor;a storage in which a first lighting threshold is stored; anda controller that controls the Lighting of the light based on the infrared illuminance detected by the infrared illuminance detector, the visible-light illuminance detected by the visible-light illuminance detector, and the first lighting threshold stored in the storage,wherein the controller calculates a illuminance difference between the infrared illuminance detected by the infrared illuminance detector and the visible-light illuminance detected by the visible-light illuminance detector, and the controller turns on the light when the illuminance difference is less than or equal ...

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Номер записи: 6
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Systems and methods for detecting obstructions in a camera field of view

Номер: US20140049648A1
Автор: Gideon Stein, Ofer Hadassi
Принадлежит: Mobileye Technologies Ltd

A system mounted on a vehicle for detecting an obstruction on a surface of a window of the vehicle, a primary camera is mounted inside the vehicle behind the window. The primary camera is configured to acquire images of the environment through the window. A secondary camera is focused on an external surface of the window, and operates to image the obstruction. A portion of the window, i.e. window region is subtended respectively by the field of view of the primary camera and the field of view of the secondary camera. A processor processes respective sequences of image data from both the primary camera and the secondary camera.

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Номер записи: 7
27-03-2014 дата публикации

MOBILE OBJECT AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20140085470A1
Автор: Asada Kohei, Okada Hiroshi, SAKO Yoichiro, Sakoda Kazuyuki, Watanabe Kazuhiro, YUCHI HIROFUMI
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

There is provided a mobile object including an imaging unit configured to capture a perimeter of the mobile object, a speaker configured to be capable of controlling directivity, a determination unit configured to determine whether the mobile object is in a driving mode, and a speaker control unit configured to control the speaker in the driving mode in a manner that predetermined audio is output toward a warning target that is recognized based on a captured image captured by the imaging unit, and to control the speaker in a non-driving mode in a manner that the predetermined audio is output in a non-directional way. 1. A mobile object comprising:an imaging unit configured to capture a perimeter of the mobile object;a speaker configured to be capable of controlling directivity;a determination unit configured to determine whether the mobile object is in a driving mode; anda speaker control unit configured to control the speaker in the driving mode in a manner that predetermined audio is output toward a warning target that is recognized based on a captured image captured by the imaging unit, and to control the speaker in a non-driving mode in a manner that the predetermined audio is output in a non-directional way.2. The mobile object according to claim 1 , further comprising:a headlight having a projector function; anda reproduction control unit configured to reproduce input content data,wherein the reproduction control unit performs reproduction control in the non-driving mode in a manner that the projector function of the headlight having the projector function is used to project a video, and performs reproduction control in a manner that audio is output from the speaker in a non-directional way.3. The mobile object according to claim 2 , wherein the reproduction control unit controls claim 2 , in the non-driving mode claim 2 , projection using the projector function of the headlight having the projector function in accordance with a position of a person detected ...

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Номер записи: 8
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Display apparatus

Номер: US20140097968A1
Автор: Akira Kamiya, Kohji Ohyama
Принадлежит: Denso Corp

A display apparatus for a vehicle includes a virtual image display device, a detection device, and a picture control device. The virtual image display device emits predetermined light to permit a windshield or a combiner to reflect the predetermined light towards an eye of a driver. The emitted predetermined light is to display a picture. The virtual image display device displays the picture in a displayed area as a virtual image; the picture appears ahead of the vehicle. The detection device detects a target that is an obstacle or an intersection. The picture control device displays the picture to appear below the target in the displayed area, and then moves the picture to a position corresponding to the target apparently while decreasing at least a width of the picture.

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Номер записи: 9
07-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING THE INCLINATION OF A MOVING VEHICLE WITH RESPECT TO THE ROAD AND FOR PERFORMING DYNAMIC HEADLIGHT LEVELING

Номер: US20160001695A1
Автор: Fennelly James
Принадлежит:

A method and system for determining the inclination of the suspended portion of a moving vehicle with respect to the road from a 2 axis or 3 axis accelerometer, inclinometer, or the like, for use in controlling a system or device that is dependent upon inclination. The method and system provide for the determination of the angle of inclination of the portion of the vehicle which is suspended with respect to the portion of the vehicle which is not suspended. The angle of inclination is derived from the dependence of acceleration along the axis normal to the vehicle (z axis) due to longitudinal (x axis) and/or latitudinal (y axis) accelerations of the vehicle. 1. A method for controlling an electromechanical system based on the inclination of a suspended portion of a vehicle with respect to a road comprising:obtaining first and second signals representative of z axis and x axis acceleration, respectively, from at least one sensor coupled to the suspended portion of the vehicle;filtering the first and second signals to attenuate high frequency components of acceleration to produce filtered first and second signals;calculating a slope corresponding to a least squares best fit linear regression using the filtered first and second signals;{'b': '0', 'generating an indication of inclination of the suspended portion of the vehicle () by calculating the arctangent of the slope determined in the calculating step;'}generating at least one control signal based upon the indication of inclination of the suspended portion of the vehicle; andproviding the at least one control signal to the electromechanical system.2. The method of wherein the electromechanical system is a headlight leveling system and the at least one control signal is operative to provide control of the inclination of the headlights of the vehicle with respect to the road.3. The method of wherein:obtaining the first and second signals includes obtaining, at a predetermined sampling frequency, a predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 10
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Sealing Means, Base Assembly With Such A Sealing Means And Rear View Device With Such A Base Assembly

Номер: US20200001772A1
Автор: Andrew Lettis, Callum Scott-Collins, Graham Rehill
Принадлежит: Motherson Innovations Co Ltd

A sealing means of a pivot joint system between a base assembly and a head assembly of a rear view device, including a two-component pivot seal including a hard component including at least one of one or more attachment and holding means for at least one of attachment of the sealing means to the base assembly and holding at least one cable, and a soft component. A base assembly and a rearview device are also described.

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Номер записи: 11
06-01-2022 дата публикации

Lane recognition for automotive vehicles

Номер: US20220004780A1
Автор: Julien Martiniak, Rezak Mezari
Принадлежит: VALEO VISION SAS

The present invention relates to a lighting system 200 of an automotive vehicle comprising:—an image capture device (205) configured to acquire an image (I) of a road (R) of travel of the vehicle, said road (R) comprising lanes marked on the road (110);—a lighting module (215) configured to project road markings on the road (120); wherein said lighting system (200) is configured to filter the projected road markings (120) on the road compared to the lanes marked (110) on the road.

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Номер записи: 12
03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AIMING A VEHICLE LAMP

Номер: US20190001866A1
Автор: CASTILLO GREGORY M., LARSEN MICHAEL K.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A device for detecting a light beam projecting from a lamp of a vehicle is described, and includes a plurality of photo-sensors and a plurality of indicator bulbs. The photo-sensors are arranged in a linear array along a first axis, and the indicator bulbs are arranged in a linear array along a second axis that is in parallel to the first axis. A controller is in communication with the photo-sensors and the indicator bulbs. The controller includes an instruction set that is executable to monitor signal inputs from the plurality of photo-sensors to detect presence of a light beam projecting from the lamp of a vehicle, determine a cut-off gradient line for the light beam based thereon, and illuminate one of the indicator bulbs to indicate a location of the cut-off gradient line for the light beam. 1. A device for detecting a light beam projecting from a lamp of a vehicle , comprising:a board;a plurality of photo-sensors disposed as a linear array on the board along a first axis;a plurality of indicator lamps disposed as a linear array on the board along a second axis in parallel to the first axis; monitor signal inputs from the plurality of photo-sensors,', 'detect presence of a light beam projecting from the lamp of a vehicle onto the board based upon the signal inputs from the plurality of photo-sensors,', 'determine a cut-off gradient line for the light beam based upon the signal inputs from the plurality of photo-sensors, and', 'illuminate one of the plurality of indicator lamps to indicate a location of the cut-off gradient line for the light beam on the board., 'a controller, in communication with the plurality of photo-sensors and in communication with the plurality of indicator lamps, the controller including an instruction set, the instruction set executable to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the instruction set is further executable to:determine a plurality of light gradients based upon the monitored inputs from adjacent pairs of the plurality of photo- ...

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Номер записи: 13
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Pregnancy Light

Номер: US20190001882A1
Автор: Brian Kennedy
Принадлежит: Individual

A pregnancy light includes a magnetic base, a base plate, a plurality of light emitting diode (LED) lights, a control system, and an outer covering. The base plate is fixedly attached to the magnetic base. The plurality of LED lights are mounted around a periphery of the base plate. The control system is coupled to the plurality of LED lights and operable to independently and collectively produce a rotating light pattern. The magnetic base may also be equipped with suctions that can securely allow the pregnancy light to remain fixed on the surface of a motorized vehicle, in tandem with the magnetic ring attached to the base. Additionally, the covering for the magnetic base may be made of a rubber-like material to prevent movement of the pregnancy light while situated on a moving vehicle.

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Номер записи: 14
13-01-2022 дата публикации

LAMP CONTROL DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20220009404A1
Автор: Kato Takayuki, KUREBAYASHI Toshihiko, MOCHIZUKI Takayoshi
Принадлежит: KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

A lamp control device includes: at least two lamps; a lamp ECU provided in each of the at least two lamps and configured to perform a lamp control on the each of the at least two lamps; and a vehicle ECU configured to communicate a control signal to the lamp ECU. The vehicle ECU is connected to the lamp ECU via a first high-speed communications line. The lamp ECU is configured to independently perform a lamp control by communication through the first high-speed communications line. 1. A lamp control device for a vehicle , the lamp control device comprising:at least two lamps provided in the vehicle;a lamp electronic control unit provided in each of the at least two lamps and configured to perform a lamp control on the each of the at least two lamps; anda vehicle electronic control unit provided in the vehicle and configured to communicate a control signal to the lamp electronic control unit, wherein:the vehicle electronic control unit is connected to the lamp electronic control unit via a first high-speed communications line; andthe lamp electronic control unit is configured to independently perform the lamp control by communication through the first high-speed communications line.2. The lamp control device according to claim 1 , wherein:the each of the at least two lamps includes a lamp unit on which a light distribution control is performable;the lamp electronic control unit is connected to the lamp unit via a second high-speed communications line; andthe lamp electronic control unit is configured to control the lamp unit by communication through the second high-speed communications line.3. The lamp control device according to claim 1 , wherein:the each of the at least two lamps includes an actuator configured to perform optical axis adjustment of the lamp unit;the lamp electronic control unit is connected to the actuator via a second high-speed communications line; andthe lamp electronic control unit is configured to control the actuator by communication through ...

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Номер записи: 15
07-01-2021 дата публикации

STEREO CAMERA

Номер: US20210006771A1
Автор: ISHII Toshiki, YAMAZAKI Kazuyoshi
Принадлежит:

A first mirror has a first reflecting surface convexed in a first direction, a first apex, and a first fan shape. A second mirror has a second reflecting surface convexed in a second direction, a second apex, and a second fan shape. An imaging optical system forms images from a first light emitted from an object, reflected by the first reflecting surface, and subsequently further reflected by the second reflecting surface, and a second light emitted from the object and reflected by the second reflecting surface. The first and second fan shapes have interior angles of 180° or more. A center position of the image sensor is displaced with respect to an optical axis of the imaging optical system. A short side of a photo-receiving surface of the image sensor and a center line of the image of the first or second fan shape are approximately parallel. 1. A stereo camera comprising:a first mirror that has a first reflecting surface as a curved surface convexed in a first direction, a first apex, and a first fan shape;a second mirror that has a second reflecting surface convexed in a second direction opposite to the first direction, a second apex opposing to the first apex, and a second fan shape;an imaging optical system that forms images from a first light and a second light, the first light being emitted from an object, reflected by the first reflecting surface, and subsequently further reflected by the second reflecting surface, the second light being emitted from the object and reflected by the second reflecting surface; andan image sensor that receives the first light and the second light through the imaging optical system,wherein the second mirror includes an inside mirror and an outside mirror, the outside mirror being positioned in an outer circumferential side with respect to the inside mirror, the outside mirror having a conic constant different from a conic constant of the inside mirror,wherein the first fan shape and the second fan shape have interior angles of ...

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Номер записи: 16
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Structure for attaching component to plate-shaped member

Номер: US20150010348A1
Автор: Kazuya Takita, Shoji Yokoyama
Принадлежит: Honda Access Corp

A structure securely attaches a component to an opening portion in a plate-shaped member without stripping or turning over the member. Each of a pair of mount members includes a first engagement portion engaged with a rear surface of the plate-shaped member and a second engagement portion engaged with the component. The component includes projecting portions to be fitted between the mount members, thus the component can be fixed against coming off by engagement of the second engagement portion and the component. The projecting portions inhibit the mount members engaged with the opening portion from moving, thereby preventing the mount members from coming off the opening portion. Since the fitting member is fitted between the second engagement portions, the fitting member inhibits the second engagement portions from moving to come closer to each other, and from disengagement from the component, thereby more securely preventing the component from coming off

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Номер записи: 17
11-01-2018 дата публикации

MIRROR REFLECTIVE ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY FOR EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20180009383A1
Автор: Lynam Niall R.
Принадлежит:

A mirror reflective element sub-assembly for an exterior rearview mirror assembly of a vehicle includes a mirror reflective element, a heater pad, a mirror back plate, and a blind spot indicator module attached at a rear side of the back plate. The heater pad is adhered at the rear of the reflective element with a light transmitting aperture of the heater pad juxtaposed with a light transmitting aperture of the mirror reflector of the reflective element. The heater pad is adhered at the mirror back plate with its light transmitting aperture juxtaposed with a light transmitting aperture of the mirror back plate. Light emitted by the blind spot indicator module passes through a light-transmitting aperture of the mirror reflector to provide an illuminated icon to a driver of the vehicle when a blind spot detection system of the vehicle detects the presence of another vehicle in an adjacent lane. 1. A mirror reflective element sub-assembly for an exterior rearview mirror assembly of a vehicle , said mirror reflective element sub-assembly comprising:a mirror reflective element comprising a transparent glass substrate having a front surface and a rear surface;a metallic mirror reflector disposed at one of said front surface of said transparent glass substrate and said rear surface of said transparent glass substrate;said metallic mirror reflector comprising a light transmitting aperture;a heater pad disposed at said rear surface of said transparent glass substrate, wherein said heater pad comprises a light transmitting aperture established therethrough;a mirror back plate disposed at said heater pad, said mirror back plate having a front side and a rear side rearward of said front side and spaced from said front side by a thickness dimension of said mirror back plate;wherein said mirror back plate comprises first structure at said rear side of said mirror back plate;wherein said first structure is configured to attach at an actuator of an exterior rearview mirror assembly ...

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Номер записи: 18
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DEPTH PERCEPTION BASED ON VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS ARRANGED ON BOTH SIDES

Номер: US20200010011A1
Автор: Schneider Christian, Soehner Sebastian
Принадлежит:

A method for depth perception based on vehicle headlights arranged on both sides of a vehicle includes projecting, by a first vehicle headlight, a first characteristic light pattern onto a projection surface and projecting, by a second vehicle headlight, a second characteristic light pattern. The method also includes capturing an image of the projection surface using an image capturing unit of the vehicle, calculating a frequency representation of the first and second characteristic light patterns in the captured image, and calculating, by evaluating frequency components in the frequency representation of the first and second characteristic light patterns, a coverage coefficient which is correlated with the degree of mutual covering of the first and second characteristic light patterns. The method further includes comparing the coverage coefficient with a coverage threshold value and displacing the first and second characteristic light patterns relative to one another if there is insufficient mutual covering. 1. A method for depth perception based on vehicle headlights arranged on both sides of a vehicle , the method comprising:projecting, by a first vehicle headlight, a first characteristic light pattern onto a projection surface and projecting, by a second vehicle headlight, a second characteristic light pattern;capturing an image of the projection surface using an image capturing unit of the vehicle;calculating a frequency representation of the first and second characteristic light patterns in the captured image;calculating, by evaluating frequency components in the frequency representation of the first and second characteristic light patterns, a coverage coefficient which is correlated with the degree of mutual covering of the first and second characteristic light patterns;comparing the coverage coefficient with a coverage threshold value; anddisplacing the first and second characteristic light patterns relative to one another if the comparing shows that there ...

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Номер записи: 19
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VEHICULAR LIGHT FIXTURES

Номер: US20200010014A1
Автор: Boucher Adam P., LaMarche Bradley J., Lokken Eric G., Madril Edgar A., Sibitzky Pete D.
Принадлежит: JST Performance, LLC

A lighting device is provided for controlling the photometric distribution of light emitted by two or more LEDs. The lighting device may be integrated with a control system of the vehicle and may be controlled by a remote controller. The lighting device may be capable of being operated in one or more modes of operation based on operating conditions, user input, or both. Operating conditions may include vehicle conditions, environmental conditions, and user conditions. The controller may operate a software application to enable the user to modify, control, or otherwise regulate any mode of operation or other feature of the lighting system. 116-. (canceled)17. A method of operating a lighting system , comprising:providing power at a first power level to a first LED such that light is emitted into a first photometric distribution;providing power at a second power level to a second LED such that light is emitted into a second photometric distribution different from the first photometric distribution, wherein the first photometric distribution combines with the second photometric distribution to form a combined beam pattern of the lighting system;regulating the first and second power levels, such that changes in light emitted by the first and second LEDs causes a transformation of the combined beam pattern.18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the first power level is greater than the second power level claim 17 , and wherein decreasing power to the first power level and increasing power to the second power level transforms the combined beam pattern.19. The method of claim 17 , wherein the combined beam pattern is in the form of one of a spot photometric distribution transformable into a flood photometric distribution claim 17 , or a flood photometric distribution transformable into a spot photometric distribution.20. The method of claim 17 , further comprising:providing power at a third power level to a third LED such that light is emitted into a third photometric ...

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Номер записи: 20
10-01-2019 дата публикации

LIGHT EMITTING DEVICE, OPTICAL MODULE COMPRISING SAME DEVICE, AND VEHICLE COMPRISING SAME MODULE

Номер: US20190011100A1
Автор: KIM Ki Cheol, Park Kang Yeol, SON Chang Gyun
Принадлежит:

A light emitting device of an embodiment includes at least one light source; a wavelength conversion unit for converting the wavelength of excitation light so as to emit the excitation light having the converted wavelength as conversion light; a light transfer unit disposed on a light path between the at least one light source and the wavelength conversion unit for transferring the excitation light to the wavelength conversion unit; and a light-path controller moving at least a part of the light transfer unit so as to adjust at least one from among the direction and intensity of excitation light which enters the wavelength conversion unit. 1. A light-emitting device , comprising:at least one light source configured to discharge excitation light;a wavelength conversion unit configured to convert a wavelength of the excitation light so as to emit the excitation light having the converted wavelength as converted light;a light transfer unit disposed on a light path between the at least one light source and the wavelength conversion unit to transfer the excitation light to the wavelength conversion unit; anda light-path controller configured to adjust a direction and a size of the excitation light to be incident on the wavelength conversion unit by moving at least a portion of the light transfer unit.2. The light-emitting device according to claim 1 , wherein the light source discharges laser light as the excitation light.3. The light-emitting device according to claim 1 , wherein the light source comprises a light-emitting diode configured to discharge the excitation light.4. The light-emitting device according to claim 1 , wherein the light transfer unit comprises at least one collimation lens configured to emit the excitation light claim 1 , discharged from the at least one light source claim 1 , in parallel.5. The light-emitting device according to claim 4 , wherein the light-path controller adjusts the direction and the size of the excitation light by moving the at ...

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Номер записи: 21
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Lamp for vehicle and vehicle

Номер: US20190011106A1
Автор: Jinwoo Park, Kiwon Kwak
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A lamp for a vehicle, the lamp that includes: at least one light emitting unit; a sensor that is disposed around the at least one light emitting unit, and that is configured to generate data regarding an object located outside the vehicle; a housing configured to accommodate the at least one light emitting unit and the sensor, the housing defining an opening through which light that is emitted from the light emitting unit is projected to an outside of the vehicle; and a cover lens configured to cover the opening of the housing is disclosed.

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Номер записи: 22
03-02-2022 дата публикации

INTERACTIVE SKIN FOR WEARABLE

Номер: US20220030991A1
Автор: Juhasz Paul R., Tiernan Emily
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A wearable may be provided with or configured to provide interactive skin. The interactive skin may be configured for accepting touch input from a user. The interactive skin may include one or more flexible layers and may include or be mounted under a transparent display cover layer such as a layer of clear glass or plastic. Interactive skin may include a touch-sensitive layer that allows a user to provide touch input to the wearable. Display pixels on interactive skin may be used to display visual information to the user. The interactive skin may be configured for detecting a condition of at least one wearable and generating an output function in response to the detected condition. 120-. (canceled)21. In a structure that forms a body of a handbag:a material that forms the body of the handbag; anda flexible display layer that is included in that material, the flexible display layer directionally facing outwardly away from the inside of the handbag, the flexible display layer comprising image pixels;the flexible display layer extending in the material along two discrete sections of the material such as to form the outwardly facing surface of the handbag along the two sections;wherein the flexible display layer renders a display on the image pixels along the outside of the handbag.22. The structure of wherein the flexible display layer extending in the material in part below the outwardly facing surface of the handbag.23. The structure of :wherein the flexible display layer along the two discreet sections is configured for accepting touch input from outside of the handbag from a user to form an interactive handbag skin; andwherein the touch input of the interactive handbag skin from a user renders the display on the image pixels for user input and output functions.24. The structure of wherein the flexible display further comprises a flexible touchscreen interface claim 23 , wherein the flexible display is controlled by the flexible touchscreen interface.25. The ...

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Номер записи: 23
12-01-2017 дата публикации

ENERGY HARVESTING MODULE AND ILLUMINATION MEMBER FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20170012192A1
Автор: Johnson Randall, PHAN Nelson
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An illumination assembly for a vehicle includes an energy harvesting module disposed on an exhaust pipe of the vehicle. The energy harvesting module includes an energy harvesting device configured to capture heat and to convert the harvested heat to electrical energy. An illumination member is electrically connected to the energy harvesting module and is configured to be illuminated by the electrical energy supplied from the energy harvesting device. 1. An illumination assembly for a vehicle , comprising:an exhaust pipe;an energy harvesting module disposed on the exhaust pipe, the energy harvesting module including an energy harvesting device configured to capture heat and to convert the harvested heat to electrical energy;an illumination member electrically connected to the energy harvesting module and configured to be illuminated by the electrical energy supplied from the energy harvesting device.2. The illumination assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe energy harvesting module includes a storage device configured to store the electrical energy, the storage device being electrically connected to the energy harvesting device and to the illumination member.3. The illumination assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe illumination member is disposed on the exhaust pipe.4. The illumination assembly according to claim 3 , whereinthe illumination member is disposed at an end edge of the exhaust pipe such that the illumination member emits light in a rearward vehicle direction.5. The illumination assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe illumination member is connected to a rear bumper fascia of the vehicle.6. The illumination assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe illumination member is a plurality of light emitting diodes.7. The illumination assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe illumination member is a light pipe.8. The illumination assembly according to claim 7 , whereinthe light pipe is disposed about an entirety of a circumference of the exhaust ...

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Номер записи: 24
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Bicycle camera

Номер: US20160014377A1
Автор: Andrew HAAGEN, Edward Joseph Khoury, Kingsley FIEGERT
Принадлежит: FEDERATION ENTERPRISES (WA) Pty Ltd

A bicycle camera ( 10 ) comprising a housing ( 12 ) mountable to a seat post ( 14 ) of a bicycle ( 15 ). A camera ( 24 ) is provided within the housing ( 12 ) and a tail light ( 26 ) is provided within the housing ( 12 ) such that when the housing ( 12 ) is secured to the seat post ( 14 ), the tail light ( 26 ) provides illumination directed rearwardly of the bicycle ( 15 ) and the camera ( 24 ) is directed rearwardly of the bicycle ( 15 ) to capture images.

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Номер записи: 25
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Light device for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20170015235A1
Автор: Christine Roucoules, Jean-Claude Puente, Pierre Albou, Stephane Bourgeois
Принадлежит: VALEO VISION SAS

A light device 1 for a motor vehicle comprising: at least one first aperture for air, and a first plug for the at least one first aperture, the first plug being movable between a ‘closed’ position and an ‘open’ position of the first aperture. The light device thus makes it possible to achieve: efficient ventilation, when the plug is in the open position, particularly when the vehicle is moving, and relative obstruction to the ingress of dust and liquids, when the plug is in the closed position, particularly when the vehicle is stationary.

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Номер записи: 26
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Daylight Opening Surround

Номер: US20160016506A1
Автор: Bhatti Arafat, Collins Mark, NIGHTINGALE Hugo
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a daylight opening surround () for a motor vehicle (). The surround () has a light transmitting element () for transmitting light from a light source (). The present invention also relates to a light transmitting element () for a surround (); a controller for a daylight opening surround (); and a motor vehicle ().

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Номер записи: 27
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Self-cleaning sensor surface

Номер: US20190015536A1
Автор: Harry Lobo, Paul Kenneth Dellock, Pietro Buttolo, Stuart C. Salter, Venkatesh Krishnan
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A computing device in a vehicle can be programmed to activate a self-cleaning glass surface by irradiating the self-cleaning glass surface with LED ultraviolet radiation based on a determined energy of external ultraviolet radiation and a schedule. The computing device can activate a self-cleaning glass surface by irradiating the self-cleaning glass surface with LED ultraviolet radiation based on determining an optical state of the self-cleaning glass.

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Номер записи: 28
17-01-2019 дата публикации

OPTICAL AXIS CONTROL APPARATUS

Номер: US20190016248A1
Автор: OKADA Mitsuaki, OSAWA Takashi, TSUJITA Wataru
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

An optical axis control apparatus is provided with a relative-road-surface-angle calculating unit which calculates a relative horizontal plane angle being an inclination angle of a vehicle with respect to a horizontal plane by using an output value of an acceleration sensor provided on the vehicle and calculates a relative road surface angle being an inclination angle of the vehicle with respect to a road surface by integrating an amount of change of the relative horizontal plane angle while the vehicle is stationary, a relative-road-surface-angle correcting unit which obtains braking information indicating an operation state of a brake device provided on the vehicle and corrects the relative road surface angle for a change in the braking information, and an optical axis control unit which controls an optical axis of headlights provided on the vehicle using the relative road surface angle corrected by the relative-road-surface-angle correcting unit. 1. An optical axis control apparatus comprising:processing circuitry tocalculate a relative horizontal plane angle being an inclination angle of a vehicle with respect to a horizontal plane by using an output value of an acceleration sensor provided on the vehicle, and calculate a relative road surface angle being an inclination angle of the vehicle with respect to a road surface by integrating an amount of change of the relative horizontal plane angle, while the vehicle is stationary;obtain braking information indicating an operation state of a brake device provided on the vehicle, and for correcting the relative road surface angle in response to a change in the braking information; andcontrol an optical axis of a headlight provided on the vehicle by using the corrected relative road surface angle.2. The optical axis control apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the processing circuitry calculates a first amount of correction which cancels out the amount of change in a time section including a time point at which the ...

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Номер записи: 29
17-01-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190016254A1
Автор: Buttolo Pietro, Dellock Paul Kenneth, Huebner Annette Lynn, Salter Stuart C.
Принадлежит:

A vehicle includes a mirror light assembly. A plurality of light sources is disposed in a housing and a plurality of reflectors surrounds each light source having a focal axis that is offset from each of the remaining reflectors. A sensor is configured to detect an object proximate the vehicle. A controller is configured to selectively illuminate the light sources to illuminate the object. 1. A vehicle , comprising:a mirror light assembly, comprising a plurality of light sources;a sensor configured to detect an obstacle within a predetermined side distance and a predetermined front distance; anda controller configured to selectively illuminate the light sources to illuminate the obstacle when the vehicle is traveling below a predetermined speed.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of light sources are angularly offset from one another.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a wireless communications transceiver.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the predetermined side distance is about 15 ft.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is an ultrasonic sensor.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined front distance is about 40 ft.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the mirror light assembly further comprises a lens claim 1 , further wherein outboard portions of the lens include a first luminescent material and inboard portions of the lens include a second luminescent material claim 1 , the first and second luminescent materials configured to emit varied wavelengths of converted light.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined speed is about 10 mph.9. A method of operating a vehicle claim 1 , comprising the steps:detecting a location of an obstacle proximate the vehicle via one or more ultrasonic sensors;detecting a speed of the vehicle below a predetermined speed;emitting a spotlight from a side-view mirror to illuminate the obstacle;detecting a change in orientation between the vehicle and the obstacle; andadjusting ...

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Номер записи: 30
21-01-2021 дата публикации

SENSOR LAMP UNIT FOR AUTOMATIC DRIVE VEHICLE

Номер: US20210016703A1
Автор: Hattori Ryo, Shitara Masaki, Yamanouchi Yuchi
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A sensor lamp unit is attached to an automatic drive vehicle. The sensor lamp unit includes a turn lamp portion in which a turn lamp is built in, a lidar portion in which a lidar which is an active type sensor device is built in, and a camera portion in which a camera which is a passive type sensor device is built in. The turn lamp portion, the lidar portion, and the camera portion are aligned in an up-and-down direction. The sensor lamp unit is attached on left and right side walls of the automatic drive vehicle, in an outward orientation. 1. A sensor lamp unit for an automatic drive vehicle , comprising:a passive type sensor device that detects an electromagnetic wave from outside and that acquires image data;an active type sensor device that detects a reflected wave of an electromagnetic wave which is irradiated, and that acquires detection data; anda turn lamp, whereinthe passive type sensor device, the active type sensor device, and the turn lamp are placed and aligned in an up-and-down direction, and are attached on an outer surface of each of left and right side walls of the vehicle.2. The sensor lamp unit for the automatic drive vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe automatic drive vehicle comprises:a first front side window provided at an upper part of each of the left and right side walls;a second front side window provided on each of the left and right side walls, at a position below a lower end of the first front side window, and at a front side in relation to a rear end of the first front side window; anda slide door provided on at least one of the side walls and which slides in a front-and-rear direction, andthe sensor lamp unit is provided, on the side on which the slide door is provided, at a position below the lower end of the first front side window, at a rear side in relation to a rear end of the second front side window, and at a front side in relation to a front end of the slide door when the slide door is slid forward.3. The sensor lamp ...

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Steerable scanning and perception system with active illumination

Номер: US20210016704A1
Автор: Igal Bilik, Shahar Villeval, Tzvi Philipp
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A scanning and perception system for a vehicle camera having an instantaneous field of view (iFOV) and configured to capture an image of an object at a saturation level in the camera's iFOV. The system also includes a light source configured to illuminate the camera's iFOV. The system additionally includes a radar configured to determine the object's velocity and the object's distance from the vehicle, and a mechanism configured to steer the radar and/or the camera. The system also includes an electronic controller programmed to regulate the mechanism and adjust illumination intensity of the light source in response to the saturation level in the image or the determined distance to the object. The controller is also programmed to merge data indicative of the captured image and data indicative of the determined position of the object and classify the object and identify the object's position in response to the merged data.

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Номер записи: 32
18-01-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMOBILE REARVIEW MIRROR WITH DRIVING VIDEO RECORDING FUNCTION

Номер: US20180020139A1
Автор: TANG JACK
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An automobile rearview mirror with driving video recording function includes a rearview mirror body including a housing, a mirror, a first pivot holder and a second pivot holder mounted at the housing and respectively defined therein a ball socket and a position-limiting passage that is an open-ended passage disposed in communication with the ball socket and having an inner diameter gradually increased toward an open end thereof, and a camera module including a camera holder, an image capture device mounted in the camera holder for capturing outside video images and a connection rod extended from the camera holder and inserted through the position-limiting passage to suspend the camera holder outside the rearview mirror body and having a ball located at an inner end thereof and coupled to the ball socket of the first pivot holder in a tight-fit manner. 1. An automobile rearview mirror with driving video recording function , comprising:a rearview mirror body comprising a housing and a mirror mounted in said housing, said housing comprising a first pivot holder and a second pivot holder, said first pivot holder and said second pivot holder each defining therein a ball socket and a position-limiting passage in communication with said ball socket, each said position-limiting passage being an open-ended passage facing downwards and having an inner diameter gradually increased toward an open end thereof;a first camera module comprising a camera holder, an image capture device mounted in said camera holder and adapted for capturing outside video images, a connection rod extended from a top side of said camera holder and terminating in a ball, said ball being coupled to said ball socket of said first pivot holder in a tight-fit manner so that said ball is rotatable relative to said ball socket to the desired angular position by an external force and then positively positioned in the adjusted angular position after said external force is disappeared, said connection rod ...

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Номер записи: 33
10-02-2022 дата публикации

VIDEO SYSTEM FOR TRACTOR-TRAILERS

Номер: US20220041095A1
Автор: Zeng Haijian
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There are disclosed video systems and methods that use a camera in a lamp housing for a tractor-trailer. Within the housing is an electrical subsystem with a PLC interface and an electrical connector disposed outside the housing and adapted to connect to the trailer and draw power therefrom. A lamp mounted in the housing is connected and adapted to draw power through the electrical subsystem and emit light through a cover of the housing. The camera mounted in the housing has a field of view through the cover. The camera is connected and adapted to draw power through the electrical subsystem and to capture images through the cover and is further connected to the PLC interface. The PLC interface converts data from the camera and transmits the converted data through the electrical connector to the trailer. 1. A trailer light comprising:a housing defining a cavity and adapted to mount to a trailer;a cover attached to the housing and covering the cavity, the cover having a translucent portion and a clear portion;first leads extending from outside of the housing into the cavity;a power-line carrier (PLC) interface disposed within the housing and adapted to bridge between second leads over which data and power are multiplexed, to third leads carrying DC power only and fourth leads carrying data only, wherein the second leads are electrically connected to the first leads;a lamp mounted within the cavity of the housing, wherein the lamp is connected and adapted to draw power from the first leads over which data and power are multiplexed, and when powered to emit light through the translucent portion of the cover; anda camera mounted within the cavity having a field of view through the clear portion of the cover, and wherein the camera is connected and adapted to draw power through the third leads, connected and adapted to exchange data through the fourth leads, and when powered to capture images and transmit the images as data to the PLC interface.2. The trailer light of ...

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Номер записи: 34
10-02-2022 дата публикации

All-terrain vehicle

Номер: US20220041223A1
Автор: Guei-Cheng Ye, Shih-Bin Chien, Te-Feng Chen
Принадлежит: Kwang Yang Motor Co Ltd

An all-terrain vehicle is provided. The all-terrain vehicle includes a vehicle frame unit. A steering mechanism is rotatably mounted to a front side of the vehicle frame unit. Front wheels are rotatable mounted to a lower side of the steering mechanism as being arranged pairwise as a left-side one and a right-side one and are controllable by the steering mechanism. The all-terrain vehicle includes a vehicle cover unit covering a periphery of the vehicle frame unit. The vehicle cover unit includes a front vehicle cover section. An open receiving space is formed between a top side of the front wheels and the front vehicle cover section. An inertial sensor is arranged in the open receiving space. As such, mounting and servicing the inertial sensor can be carried out without removing the front vehicle cover section or other parts, and thus, mounting and servicing of the inertial sensor is made easy.

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Номер записи: 35
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Display device for vehicle

Номер: US20210022259A1
Автор: Han Soo Kim, Sang Min Park, Se Won CHUN, Seung Hwan SONG
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A display device for a vehicle includes a main body, a guide, and a flexible display. The flexible display is configured to be inserted between a pair of guide plates of the guide. The pair of guide plates are transparent, and an area of the flexible display positioned between the pair of guide plates is configured to vary. The display device allows a front area of the vehicle to be viewed through the transparent guide plates, and allows a rear area of the vehicle to be disposed on the flexible display. The flexible display is configured to be protected by the pair of guide plates and deformed along the pair of guide plates.

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Номер записи: 36
28-01-2021 дата публикации

ILLUMINATABLE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY AND VEHICLE ASSEMBLY ILLUMINATION METHOD

Номер: US20210023979A1
Автор: Dellock Paul Kenneth, Gardner Cornel Lewis, Glickman David Brian, Lobo Harry, Salter Stuart C.
Принадлежит:

An illuminatable vehicle assembly according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a dielectric layer that emits light. The dielectric layer is disposed between an anode layer and a cathode layer. The assembly further includes a color conversion layer that converts light emitted from the dielectric layer. 1. An illuminatable vehicle assembly , comprising:a dielectric layer that emits light, the dielectric layer disposed between an anode layer and a cathode layer; anda color conversion layer that converts light emitted from the dielectric layer.2. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the anode layer is an indium anode layer and the cathode layer is an indium cathode layer.3. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric layer comprises quantum dots suspended in a dielectric material.4. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric layer comprises a perovskite material suspended in a dielectric material.5. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a substrate claim 1 , wherein the anode layer or the cathode layer is adhered to the substrate.6. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a radar sensor adjacent the substrate.7. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an outer layer atop the anode layer or the cathode layer claim 1 , the outer layer including indium secured to a polymer or polymer based film.8. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric layer is configured to emit green light claim 1 , and the color conversion layer is configured to convert the green light such to white light.9. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the color conversion layer includes a rylene dye.10. The illuminatable vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the color conversion layer includes a phosphor.11. A vehicle badge assembly claim 1 , comprising:a radar ...

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Номер записи: 37
28-01-2021 дата публикации

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM WITH ACOUSTIC EXTERNAL WARNING

Номер: US20210023986A1
Автор: Eigel Thomas
Принадлежит:

A method for operating a transportation vehicle that includes an emergency assistance system to issue a warning signal to the surroundings of the transportation vehicle based on a risk factor in the presence of initial indications of no longer sufficiently guaranteed human or technical control of the transportation vehicle. 1. An emergency assistance system for a transportation vehicle , the system comprising:at least one speed sensor; andat least one steering sensor,wherein the emergency assistance system operatively connects a plurality of technical systems of the transportation vehicle to each other,wherein the emergency assistance system examines the operational state of the transportation vehicle by an emergency assistance system for characteristics corresponding to at least an imminent loss of control over the transportation vehicle, determines a risk factor, at least from recognized characteristics, and issues a warning signal to the surroundings of the transportation vehicle in response to the risk factor having a presumed minimum value.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein additional factors are included to determine the risk factor claim 1 , the presence of which increases the risk in response to a loss of control over the transportation vehicle.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the presumed minimum value is set higher than the case without taking into account the additional risk factors.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the additional factors are selected from the group comprising state or behavior of objects in the near field of the transportation vehicle; position of the transportation vehicle with regard to risky points of the route; state or behavior of objects on a planned route of the transportation vehicle.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein a state or behavior of objects in the near field of the transportation vehicle is captured with environmental sensors of the transportation vehicle.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein a position of the ...

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Номер записи: 38
24-01-2019 дата публикации

IMAGE ACQUISITION DEVICE FOR VEHICLES AND VEHICLE PROVIDED WITH SAME

Номер: US20190025432A1
Автор: MANO Mitsuharu
Принадлежит: KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

A vehicle image acquisition device includes a light emitting unit configured to emit pulsed light in a predetermined direction, an image acquisition unit configured to capture reflected light returning from a target distance area at an imaging timing set according to the target distance area and acquire a plurality of captured images having different target distances, and a timing control unit configured to control light emission period of the pulsed light and the imaging timing. The light emitting unit includes a first light source for short-distance irradiation and a second light source for long-distance irradiation, and the image acquisition unit is configured by a single camera configured to capture a range irradiated by each of the first light source and the second light source. 1. A vehicle image acquisition device comprising:a light emitting unit configured to emit pulsed light in a predetermined direction;an image acquisition unit configured to capture reflected light returning from a target distance area at an imaging timing set according to the target distance area and acquire a plurality of captured images having different target distance areas; anda timing control unit configured to control light emission period of the pulsed light and the imaging timing,wherein the light emitting unit has a first light source for short-distance irradiation and a second light source for long-distance irradiation, andwherein the image acquisition unit is configured by a single camera configured to capture a range irradiated by each of the first light source and the second light source.2. The vehicle image acquisition device according to claim 1 ,wherein the first light source is mounted on one of left and right headlamps of the vehicle, and the second light source is mounted on the other of the left and right headlamps.3. The vehicle image acquisition device according to claim 1 ,wherein the single camera captures an image in a near range by opening and closing its ...

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Номер записи: 39
25-01-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHTING SYSTEM, AND METHODS OF USE AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF

Номер: US20180027634A1
Автор: DALAVAYI Visishta
Принадлежит:

A vehicle lighting system for use with a fob, the fob being configured to transmit a signal including a position of the fob relative to the vehicle, the vehicle including at least one area of passenger ingress/egress. The vehicle lighting system can include a plurality of light sources disposed at different locations on the vehicle. The vehicle lighting system can also include a processor. The processor can be configured to: receive the signal from the fob; determine a path of travel of the fob to the at least one area of passenger ingress/egress; select certain of the plurality of light sources that are capable of illuminating the path of travel; and activate the selected plurality of light sources to illuminate the path of travel. 1. A vehicle lighting system for use with a fob , the fob being configured to transmit a signal including a position of the fob relative to the vehicle , the vehicle including at least one area of passenger ingress/egress , the vehicle lighting system comprising:a plurality of light sources disposed in different housings on the vehicle; and receive the signal from the fob;', 'determine a path of travel of the fob to the at least one area of passenger ingress/egress;', 'select multiple of the plurality of light sources in different housings that are capable of illuminating the path of travel; and', 'activate the selected plurality of light sources to illuminate the path of travel., 'a processor configured to2. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 1 , further comprising a first sensor configured to measure presence of a condition and transmit the measurement to the processor such that the processor is configured to determine whether the condition is present claim 1 , the processor configured to activate the selected plurality of light sources in the presence of the condition.3. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 2 , wherein the first sensor is configured to measure presence of at least one of rain claim 2 , snow claim ...

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Номер записи: 40
28-01-2021 дата публикации

PROCESSING DEVICE

Номер: US20210027102A1
Автор: Ogura Ryota
Принадлежит: KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

A processing unit recognizes an object based on image data. An object recognition unit identifies the object based on the image data. A conversion unit is configured as a neural network provided as an upstream stage of the object recognition unit. The conversion unit converts a first image IMG acquired by the camera into a second image, and inputs the second image to the object recognition unit. 1. A processing device structured to recognize an object based on image data , comprising:an object recognition unit structured to identify an object based on the image data; anda conversion unit structured as a neural network provided as an upstream stage of the object recognition unit, and structured to convert a first image acquired by a camera into a second image, and to input the second image to the object recognition unit.2. The processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the second image is obtained by correcting shades of the first image such that they are an approximation of learning data used for training of the object recognition unit.3. The processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the second image of the same scene as that of the first image is generated as an image as acquired in the same environment as an environment in which the learning data used for the training of the object recognition unit was acquired.4. The processing device according to claim 3 , wherein the learning data is acquired in daytime claim 3 ,and wherein the conversion unit converts a first image acquired in nighttime into a second image as acquired in daytime.5. The processing device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the training of the conversion unit claim 1 , the neural network of the conversion unit is optimized with reference to an identification rate of the object recognition unit so as to improve the identification rate.6. The processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the conversion unit receives a plurality of consecutive frames as input.7. An object ...

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Номер записи: 41
04-02-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE MOUNTED LASER PROJECTOR

Номер: US20160031366A1
Автор: Brooke Emily, White Matthew
Принадлежит: SMIDSY LTD.

This invention relates to a method of projecting laser light onto a road surface from a vehicle. It also relates to an apparatus for projecting laser light onto a road surface from a vehicle. Said apparatus may be a stand-alone device mounted on a vehicle, or it may be integrally formed with a vehicle. 1. A laser projector comprising:a power source;a laser light source;a diffractive optical element; andvehicle attachment means,wherein, in use, the laser projector is attached to a vehicle via the vehicle attachment means, and the laser light source produces a beam of laser light which passes through the diffractive optical element to produce an image on a surface external to the vehicle.2. A laser projector according to claim 1 , wherein the laser projector comprises a speedometer.3. A laser projector according to claim 1 , wherein the laser projector is connected to a speedometer of the vehicle.4. A laser projector according to or claim 1 , wherein the laser projector is configured only to produce a beam of light where the measured speed is below a threshold speed.5. A laser projector according to any of or claim 1 , wherein laser projector is configured only to produce a beam of light where the measured speed is above a threshold speed.6. A laser projector according to claim 1 , wherein the laser projector comprises means for sensing the amount of ambient light.7. A laser projector according to claim 6 , wherein the laser projector is configured to adjust the power of the laser light source to compensate for the sensed amount of ambient light.8. A laser projector according to claim 1 , wherein the laser projector comprises proximity-sensing means.9. A laser projector according to claim 8 , wherein the laser projector is configured to switch off the laser light source if the proximity-sensing means senses that an object is too close to the vehicle.10. A laser projector according to or claim 8 , wherein the laser projector is configured to switch off the laser light ...

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Номер записи: 42
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Headlamp For Vehicle And Vehicle Including The Same

Номер: US20180029525A1
Автор: JEOUNG Byungwoo, PARK Jun
Принадлежит:

A headlamp includes a light-emitting module that includes a condenser lens that defines an optical axis through a center of the condenser lens and that is configured to focus light incident on a rear surface of the condenser lens. The light-emitting module further includes a laser light source that is located behind the condenser lens and that is configured to generate light toward the condenser lens. The light-emitting module further includes a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) scanner that is located in front of the condenser lens, that is configured to reflect, toward the condenser lens, light generated by the laser light source, and that is configured to scan light generated by the laser light source by moving horizontally and vertically. The light-emitting module further includes a reflection unit that is located behind the condenser lens and that is configured to reflect light reflected by the MEMS scanner. 1. (canceled)2. A headlamp for vehicles , the headlamp comprising a light-emitting module comprising:a condenser lens that is configured to focus light incident from a rear end of an optical axis, onto a space of a front end of the optical axis;a laser light source that is located at a rear of the condenser lens and that is configured to provide light toward the condenser lens; anda microelectromechanical system (MEMS) scanner that is located in front of the condenser lens and that is configured to reflect light toward the condenser lens by scanning the light from the laser light source in a horizontal direction and a vertical direction.3. The headlamp according to claim 2 , further comprising:an interface unit that is configured to generate oncoming vehicle detection information based on detecting an oncoming vehicle driving in an opposite lane; anda processor that is configured to generate, based on the oncoming vehicle detection information, a control signal for switching the laser light source on and off.4. The headlamp according to claim 3 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 43
23-01-2020 дата публикации

REPORTING LIGHT METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20200029194A1
Автор: Speaker Timothy
Принадлежит:

A headlight assembly for use in a vehicle and for reporting emergency conditions to a dispatcher, the headlight assembly comprising a housing forming a cavity, a processor mounted in the cavity, a wireless transceiver supported by the housing and linked to the processor, at least a first sensor device for sensing at least a first condition while the vehicle is operating, the first sensor device in communication with the processor, wherein the processor is programmed to receive data from the at least a first sensor device, analyze the received data to assess likelihood that an emergency condition exists and upon determining that likelihood of an emergency condition is greater than a first threshold level, automatically initiating a wireless emergency reporting communication with an emergency dispatcher. 1. A headlight assembly for use in a vehicle and for reporting emergency conditions to a dispatcher , the headlight assembly comprising:a housing forming a cavity;a processor mounted in the cavity;a wireless transceiver supported by the housing and linked to the processor;at least a first sensor device for sensing at least a first condition while the vehicle is operating, the first sensor device in communication with the processor;wherein the processor is programmed to:(i) receive data from the at least a first sensor device;(ii) analyze the received data to assess likelihood that an emergency condition exists; and(iii) upon determining that likelihood of an emergency condition is greater than a first threshold level, automatically initiating a wireless emergency reporting communication with an emergency dispatcher.2. The assembly of wherein the first sensor device is at least one of an accelerometer claim 1 , a gyroscope and a speedometer.3. The assembly of wherein the wireless transceiver is a near field transceiver and wherein the processor initiates a wireless emergency reporting communication by transmitting a near field trigger signal.4. The assembly of for use ...

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Номер записи: 44
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Image projection apparatus

Номер: US20190031089A1
Автор: Takuya Shimizu, Toshinori Sugiyama, Yasuhiko Kunii
Принадлежит: Maxell Ltd

An image projection apparatus that can be attached to a vehicle and can be effectively utilized for acquisition of road surface condition information, detection of a hidden vehicle, and the like is provided. The image projection apparatus that projects an image includes: an acquisition unit that acquires information related to a vehicle; an image projection unit that projects an image based on the information acquired by the acquisition unit; and imaging means that acquires an image outside the vehicle, the image projection unit projects light in a wavelength band centered on a wavelength of 1.4 μm, and the imaging means provides the information related to the vehicle by imaging an image projected based on the light in the wavelength band centered on the wavelength of 1.4 μm.

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Номер записи: 45
01-02-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMOTIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20180031707A1
Автор: GRAF Stefan
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An automotive lighting system for a vehicle includes a taillight disposed at a vehicle equipped with an external object detection system. The taillight includes a housing that contains a light source that is operable to illuminate at least rearward of the equipped vehicle. The external object detection system includes a LIDAR sensor that is disposed in the housing of the taillight. The LIDAR sensor is operable to emit optical signals at least rearward of the equipped vehicle, where optical signals reflected back to the LIDAR sensor are processed by an electronic control unit of the external object detection system. Processing of reflected optical signals by the electronic control unit detects an object present exterior of the equipped vehicle. Also, processing by the electronic control unit may include use of 3D imaging techniques to generate a 3D image of the object present exterior of the equipped vehicle. 1. An automotive lighting system for a vehicle , said automotive lighting system comprising:a taillight disposed at a vehicle equipped with an external object detection system;wherein said taillight comprises a housing that contains a light source operable to illuminate at least rearward of the equipped vehicle;wherein said external object detection system comprises a LIDAR sensor;wherein said LIDAR sensor is disposed in said housing of said taillight;wherein said LIDAR sensor is operable to emit optical signals at least rearward of the equipped vehicle, and wherein optical signals reflected back to said LIDAR sensor are processed by an electronic control unit of said external object detection system;wherein processing of reflected optical signals by said electronic control unit detects an object present exterior of the equipped vehicle; andwherein processing by said electronic control unit comprises use of 3D imaging techniques to generate a 3D image of the object present exterior of the equipped vehicle.2. The automotive lighting system of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 46
17-02-2022 дата публикации

VARYING LIDAR ILLUMINATION RESPONSIVE TO AMBIENT LIGHT LEVELS

Номер: US20220050203A1
Автор: Antman Yair, Buskila Oren, DAVID KEILAF OMER, DAVID RALY SMADAR, Elooz David, ESHEL Ronen, Rosenzweig Oren, Steinberg Amit, Vlaiko Julian, Zohar Guy
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A LIDAR system is provided. The LIDAR system may include at least one processor configured to: control at least one light deflector to deflect light from a plurality of light sources towards a region in a field of view while the at least one light deflector is in a particular instantaneous position; control the at least one light deflector such that while the at least one light deflector is at the particular instantaneous position, light reflections from the field of view are received on at least one common area along a plurality of return paths to at least one sensor; and receive from at least one of a plurality of light detectors included in the at least one sensor, signals associated with beam spots of the received light reflections, wherein each of the beam spots impinges on more than one of the plurality of light detectors. 1390-. (canceled)391. A LIDAR system , comprising: control at least one light deflector to deflect light from a plurality of light sources towards a region in a field of view while the at least one light deflector is in a particular instantaneous position;', 'control the at least one light deflector such that while the at least one light deflector is at the particular instantaneous position, light reflections from the field of view are received on at least one common area of the at least one light deflector along a plurality of return paths to at least one sensor, wherein the at least one sensor includes a plurality of light detectors; and', 'receive from at least one of the plurality of light detectors included in the at least one sensor, signals associated with beam spots of the received light reflections, wherein each of the signals is associated with at least one of the beam spots, and wherein each of the beam spots impinges on more than one of the plurality of light detectors included in the at least one sensor., 'at least one processor configured to392. The LIDAR system of claim 391 , wherein the at least one light deflector includes a ...

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Номер записи: 47
31-01-2019 дата публикации

BROADSIDE DETECTION SYSTEM AND TECHNIQUES FOR USE IN A VEHICULAR RADAR

Номер: US20190033442A1
Автор: Ahmadi Akram, Insana David, Millar Jeffrey, Wimmer Wilson J.
Принадлежит: Valeo Radar Systems, Inc.

A method and apparatus for detecting static objects and broadside objects in a vehicular radar system is presented. Detection data within a field of view for a host vehicle is acquired. A histogram process is used to determine a presence of at least one of a static object and a broadside vehicle. The histogram process includes generating ratios of a relative velocity of an object (Vr) to host velocity (Vh) from acquired detection data and determining a number of detections which occur at an angle α corresponding to an intersection of two lines with a first line represented by Vr/Vh=0 and a region of a second line within the FOV along which Vr/Vh≠0. The detections are filtered to identify only those detection points at a first and second predetermined values of α, wherein the identified detections indicate a presence of a static object and/or a broadside vehicle. 1. A method for detecting static objects and broadside objects in a vehicular radar system , the method comprising:acquiring detection data within a field of view (FOV) of a host vehicle using the vehicular radar system; andusing a histogram process to determine a presence of at least one of: a static infrastructure object and a broadside vehicle.2. The method of wherein using said histogram process comprises:generating ratios of a relative velocity of an object (Vr) to host velocity (Vh) from acquired detection data; anddetermining a number of detections which occur at an angle α where the angle α corresponds to an intersection of two lines with a first line represented by Vr/Vh=0 and a region of a second line within the FOV along which Vr/Vh≠0.3. The method of further comprising filtering the detections to identify only those detection points at a first predetermined value of α.4. The method of further comprising filtering the detections to identify only those detections at a second predetermined value of α.5. The method of wherein the identified detections at the first predetermined value of α indicate a ...

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Номер записи: 48
30-01-2020 дата публикации

IN-VEHICLE HEADLIGHT AND LIGHT PROJECTION METHOD

Номер: US20200032976A1
Автор: Shimada Kenichi
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Reliability of an in-vehicle headlight is improved by changing a light distribution pattern without using any mechanical configuration. The in-vehicle headlight includes a laser light source a spatial light modulator a spatial-light-modulator controller, and a projection lens The laser light source emits a laser light beam The spatial light modulator modulates a phase distribution of the laser light beam emitted by the laser light source The spatial-light-modulator controller is provided in a headlight controller and controls the spatial light modulator The spatial-light-modulator controller controls the spatial light modulator so as to modulate the phase distribution of the laser light beam and changes the light distribution pattern projected from the projection lens 1. An in-vehicle headlight comprising:a laser light source configured to emit a laser light beam;a spatial light modulator configured to modulate a phase distribution of the laser light beam emitted from the laser light source;a controller configured to control the spatial light modulator; anda projection lens configured to project emission light of the spatial light modulator,wherein the controller controls the spatial light modulator so as to modulate the phase distribution of the laser light beam, and changes a light distribution pattern of a light beam projected from the projection lens.2. The in-vehicle headlight according to claim 1 ,wherein the spatial light modulator has a plurality of pixels arranged in an array, and is a transmission type of modulating a phase of the incident laser light beam for each of the pixels, andthe controller adds the phase to each of the pixels to transform a wavefront shape of the laser light beam and to modulate the phase distribution of the laser light beam.3. The in-vehicle headlight according to claim 1 ,wherein the spatial light modulator has a plurality of pixels arranged in an array, and is a reflection type of reflecting the incident laser light beam for ...

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Номер записи: 49
04-02-2021 дата публикации

AUTO-CALIBRATION OF VEHICLE SENSORS

Номер: US20210033255A1
Автор: JR. James J., Kuffner
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A system for automatically calibrating sensors of a vehicle includes an electronic control unit, a projector communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit, a first sensor communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit, and a second sensor communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit. The electronic control unit is configured to project, with the projector, a calibration pattern onto a surface, capture, with the first sensor, a first portion of the calibration pattern, capture, with the second sensor, a second portion of the calibration pattern, and calibrate the first sensor and the second sensor based on at least one feature sensed within the first portion of the calibration pattern and the second portion of the calibration pattern. 1. A system for automatically calibrating sensors of a vehicle comprising:an electronic control unit;a projector communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit;a first sensor communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit; anda second sensor communicatively coupled to the electronic control unit, project, with the projector, a calibration pattern onto a surface;', 'capture, with the first sensor, a first portion of the calibration pattern;', 'capture, with the second sensor, a second portion of the calibration pattern; and', 'calibrate the first sensor and the second sensor based on at least one feature sensed within the first portion of the calibration pattern and the second portion of the calibration pattern., 'wherein the electronic control unit is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the electronic control unit is configured to:receive an initial calibration for the first sensor and the second sensor, andcalibrate the first sensor and the second sensor by utilizing a position of the first sensor and the second sensor as defined in the initial calibration and update the position of the first sensor and the second sensor.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the electronic control ...

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Номер записи: 50
12-02-2015 дата публикации

HEADLIGHT CONTROLLER AND VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM

Номер: US20150042225A1
Автор: Fukayama Junichi
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A headlight controller and a vehicle headlight system including an ADB can include a headlight controller and an optical unit. The headlight controller can include a system controller and a camera photographing vehicles located in a forward direction thereof, and the system controller can be configured to output a control signal to provide various favorable light distribution patterns by using image data output from the camera in accordance with traffic conditions. The optical unit can be configured to emit beam lights using lights emitted from a first and second light-emitting device via a projector lens so that the beam lights can be used as a high beam and a low beam without movable parts. Thus, the disclosed subject matter can include providing vehicle headlight systems that can form various favorable light distribution patterns by utilizing the characteristics of the controller and the optical unit in accordance with the traffic conditions. 1. A headlight controller including an adaptive driving beam (ADB) , comprising:a camera having an optical axis being located adjacent a subject vehicle having a right and left headlight, configured to photograph at least one vehicle located in a forward direction of the subject vehicle, and the camera being configured to output the at least one vehicle photographed by the camera as image data;a vehicle detector detecting the at least one vehicle in accordance with the image data output from the camera, detecting locating data of the at least one vehicle with respect to the optical axis of the camera, and being configured to output said vehicle data as a first vehicle data;an oncoming vehicle detector configured to judge whether the vehicle is an oncoming vehicle or not in accordance with the first vehicle data output from the vehicle detector, and configured to output said vehicle data as a second vehicle data;a circling detector configured to calculate a curvature of a road, on which the subject vehicle drives, by using a ...

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Номер записи: 51
24-02-2022 дата публикации

AUTONOMOUS HEADLAMP ENCAPSULATED WITH CAMERA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROCESSOR TO ADJUST ILLUMINATION

Номер: US20220055526A1
Автор: Chen Kai, Uvarov Timofey
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Provided herein is a headlamp assembly comprising a housing that encloses: a sensor that acquires data associated with a surrounding environment; a light source that illuminates a field of view comprising a portion of the surrounding environment; and one or more processors that analyze the acquired data and determine a direction, field of view, power, or an intensity of the illumination of the portion based on the analyzed data. 1. A headlamp assembly comprising a housing that encloses:a sensor that acquires data associated with a surrounding environment;a light source that illuminates a portion of the surrounding environment; andone or more processors that analyze the acquired data and determine a direction, a field of view, an intensity, or a power of the illumination based on the analyzed data.2. The headlamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more processors comprise: analyzes the acquired data; and', 'determines the direction, the field of view, the intensity, or the power of the illumination based on the analyzed data; and, 'an artificial intelligence (AI) processor that an image signal processor (ISP) that transforms the acquired data from the sensor before the AI processor analyzes the acquired data; and', 'a common bus that transmits data from the AI processor to the controller chip., 'a controller chip that controls the direction, the field of view, the intensity, or the power of the illumination; and the headlamp assembly further comprises3. The headlamp assembly of claim 2 , wherein the ISP is integrated together with the AI processor on a chip.4. The headlamp assembly of claim 3 , further comprising:a second light source that illuminates a second portion of the surrounding environment; analyze the acquired data;', 'determine a second direction, a second field of view, a second intensity, or a second power of the illumination of the second portion based on the analyzed data; and', 'control the second direction, the second field of view, the second ...

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Номер записи: 52
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Standard light source laser diode

Номер: US20150043233A1
Автор: Andreas Moser, Christian Jackl, Erich Kaufmann, Friedrich Bauer, Johann ALTMANN
Принадлежит: Zizala Lichtsysteme GmbH

The invention relates to a light source module ( 1 ) for a vehicle headlight ( 2 ), wherein the light source module ( 1 ) has at least one laser light source ( 3 ) and at least one luminous element ( 4 ) which can be excited by illumination with laser light to emit visible light and which can be irradiated by the laser light source ( 3 ), wherein the laser light source ( 3 ) and the luminous element ( 4 ) are arranged spaced apart from one another on a carrier element ( 5 ) and light source module ( 1 ) has means ( 5′, 6; 5″, 6″ ) which are arranged on the carrier element ( 5 ) in order to be detachably mounted in the vehicle headlight. The invention also relates to a vehicle headlight ( 2 ) with at least one such light source module ( 1 ).

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Номер записи: 53
07-02-2019 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190039502A1
Автор: Buchberger Christian, Knittel Joachim, Licht Martin
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A headlamp assembly for a motor vehicle comprising at least one headlamp, which has a light source for emitting visible light, a radiation source for emitting infrared radiation, and a light emission optics with a light entry surface, which visible light from the light source and infrared radiation from the radiation source strikes, and which has an optical exit-deflection element, which directs the infrared radiation from the radiation source toward the light entry surface of the light emission optics. The optical exit-deflection element comprises at least one optics, which broadens the infrared radiation emitted by the radiation source to form a radiation beam with a cross section broadened in a horizontal plane (HH), and a radiation distribution that has at least one intensity maximum disposed toward the edge in the radiation distribution, to one side of a vertical plane (VV), when viewed in a focal plane of the light emission optics. 1. A motor vehicle headlamp assembly comprising at least one headlamp including a light source for emitting visible light , at least one radiation source for emitting infrared radiation , and one light emission optics with a light entry surface , which visible light from the light source and infrared radiation from the at least one radiation source strike , and which has at least one optical exit-deflection element , which directs the infrared radiation from the at least one radiation source toward the light entry surface of the light emission optics , wherein the optical exit-deflection element including at least one optics , which broadens the infrared radiation emitted by the at least one radiation source to form a radiation beam with an enlarged cross section in the horizontal plane (HH) , and a radiation distribution , which has at least one intensity maximum located toward the edge of the radiation distribution to one side of a vertical plane (VV) when viewed in a focal plane of the light emission optics.2. The motor vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 54
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Method of automatically adjusting leveling of pixel light headlamp for vehicle

Номер: US20180043818A1
Автор: Byoung Suk Ahn, Jik Soo SHIN, Jung Wook Lim, Keun Sig LIM, Ki Hong Lee
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

Disclosed is a method of automatically adjusting the leveling of a pixel light headlamp for a vehicle, which may automatically adjust the leveling of a headlamp that is configured for implementing a pixel light using a DMD optical system.

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Номер записи: 55
18-02-2021 дата публикации

MOBILE PART HAVING AT LEAST ONE MODULE, AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A MOBILE PART

Номер: US20210048509A1
Автор: AYHAN Serdal, Schafer Thomas
Принадлежит: Sew-Eurodrive GMBH & Co. KG

In a mobile part having at least one module, and a method for operating a mobile part, the mobile part is able to be moved on a driving surface, and the module includes a controllable illumination device. The illumination device is provided and/or situated in elongated form along a planar curve, in particular, a line. 115-. (canceled)16. A mobile part , comprising:at least one module having at least one module, the module including a controllable illumination device arranged and/or positioned in elongated form along a planar curve and/or line.17. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the mobile part is movable on a driving surface.18. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the illumination device includes an LED band.19. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the illumination device includes LEDs arranged along the curve and/or at regular intervals from one another.20. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the module is arranged on and/or screw-connected to the mobile part claim 16 , the mobile part being movable on a driving surface claim 16 , a projection of the mobile part perpendicular to the driving surface having the module at an outer frame and/or in a corner region of the projection.21. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the module is connected and/or screw-connected to a frame of the mobile part claim 16 , the module is electrically suppliable from an energy accumulator of the mobile part via a plug connection claim 16 , and/or a surface of the module includes a convex region arranged between two concave regions and/or depressions that are set apart from each other.22. The mobile part according to claim 16 , wherein the illumination device is provide on the module and/or on a surface of the module claim 16 , the illumination device is arranged elongated form along a curve claim 16 , or a planar curve claim 16 , and/or a line aligned in parallel with and/or set apart from claim 16 , a driving surface and/or ...

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Номер записи: 56
16-02-2017 дата публикации

TEMPERATURE SENSING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170045401A1
Автор: Demmo Kelly, Demmo Kenneth
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A temperature sensing system includes a vehicle that has a seat. An alarm is removably attached to the seat and the alarm is in thermal communication with an interior of the vehicle. The alarm issues a visual alert when a temperature of within the vehicle exceeds a trigger temperature. Thus, the alarm alerts an observer that the temperature within the vehicle exceeds the trigger temperature. 1. A temperature sensing system configured to issue an alert when a temperature in a vehicle exceeds a trigger temperature , said system comprising:a vehicle having a seat;an alarm being removably attached to said seat, said alarm being in thermal communication with an interior of said vehicle, said alarm issuing a visual alert when a temperature of within said vehicle exceeds a trigger temperature wherein said alarm is configured to alert an observer that the temperature within said vehicle exceeds said trigger temperature, wherein said alarm comprises a display having a top surface and a bottom surface, display being actuatable to display a visual alert, said visual alert comprising a color, said display being positioned on said top surface of said seat wherein said display is configured to be visible to the observer;a control circuit being attached to said display, said control circuit including an electronic memory, said electronic memory storing a trigger temperature, said control circuit being electrically coupled to said display;a thermometer being attached to said display, said thermometer being electrically coupled to said control circuit, said thermometer detecting a temperature within said vehicle; andwherein said control circuit actuating said display to display said visual alert when said thermometer detects a temperature that exceeds said trigger temperature wherein said display is configured to alert the observer that said top surface of said seat is hot.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 57
15-02-2018 дата публикации

ILLUMINATION DEVICE

Номер: US20180045826A1
Автор: HORI Takashi, Kasaba Yusuke, Yamamoto Teruaki
Принадлежит: KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

An illumination device to be mounted on a vehicle, includes a light source; a sensor configured to acquire information outside the vehicle based on invisible light; and a cover including a first portion covering the light source and a second portion covering the sensor. The second portion has a lower visible light transmittance than the first portion. 1. An illumination device to be mounted on a vehicle , comprising:a light source;a sensor configured to acquire information outside the vehicle based on invisible light; anda cover including a first portion covering the light source and a second portion covering the sensor,wherein the second portion has a lower visible light transmittance than the first portion.2. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is installed on the cover.3. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the second portion are integrally molded.4. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a LiDAR sensor.5. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the cover includes a third portion disposed to face a front and rear direction of the vehicle and a fourth portion disposed to face a left and right direction of the vehicle claim 1 , andthe second portion is located at a side end portion of the fourth portion remote from the third portion.6. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the cover includes a third portion disposed to face a front and rear direction of the vehicle and a fourth portion disposed to face a left and right direction of the vehicle claim 1 , andthe second portion is located at a side end portion of the third portion remote from the fourth portion.7. The illumination device according to claim 1 , wherein the cover includes a third portion disposed to face a front and rear direction of the vehicle and a fourth portion disposed to face a left and right direction of the vehicle claim 1 , andthe second portion is located at an ...

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Номер записи: 58
15-02-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE WITH HEADLIGHT CONTROL

Номер: US20180046310A1
Автор: Amador Hector, Cruz Solis Fernando, Garcia Tania, Montes Jhammel
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A vehicle including: a headlight that produces a beam, a touchscreen, a camera, processor(s) configured to: (a) display images captured by the camera on the touchscreen; (b) recast the beam according to touch inputs on the images; (c) disable (b) when the vehicle exceeds a predetermined speed; (d) recast the beam by sweeping the beam from an original position to a final position. 1. A vehicle comprising:a headlight that produces a beam, a touchscreen, a camera, processor(s) configured to:(a) display images captured by the camera on the touchscreen;(b) recast the beam according to touch inputs on the images;(c) disable (b) when the vehicle exceeds a predetermined speed.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:recast the beam by sweeping the beam from an original position to a final position.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the headlight includes a main headlight and a plurality of supplemental headlights claim 2 , and the processor(s) are configured to sweep the beam from the original position to the final position by sequencing through a series of beams claim 2 , each beam of the series of beams being associated with a power level to the main headlight and each of the plurality of supplemental headlights.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:recast the beam according to a calibration map.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the calibration map divides the displayed image into a plurality of zones.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , wherein a plurality of the zones are each associated with a single beam and wherein a plurality of the zones are each associated with no beam.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to: control the headlight to produce the single beams claim 6 , each single beam either being associated with (a) power level(s) to the headlight or (b) an angle of the headlight.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:recast the beam by ...

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Номер записи: 59
03-03-2022 дата публикации

CONTROL OF HIGH VISIBILITY VEHICLE LIGHT COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20220063489A1
Автор: COBB JOHN ZACHARIAH, INCORVAIA MIKE, POWERS STEPHEN T., TUCKER AUSTIN REECE, TUCKER DANIEL ANTHONY, TUCKER David M., WAGNER KENNETH E.
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A system prevents activation of strobe lights on a vehicle in response to events calculated to indicate a nuisance activation. Directional strobing may be activated based on input from vehicles systems.

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Номер записи: 60
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Vehicle monitoring apparatus

Номер: US20220063565A1
Автор: Han Seong YU, Jung Sub Lim, Myeong Je Kim
Принадлежит: Hyundai Mobis Co Ltd

A vehicle monitoring apparatus including: a camera disposed in a vehicle lamp; a guide duct configured to guide outside air introduced into the vehicle; and a nozzle connected to the guide duct and configured to discharge the air to a front side of the camera, thereby improving stability and reliability.

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Номер записи: 61
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Vehicle cleaner unit and vehicle cleaner system

Номер: US20220063567A1
Автор: Akinobu Kubota, Yoshiaki Fushimi
Принадлежит: Koito Manufacturing Co Ltd

A vehicle cleaner unit is configured to clean a cleaning object mounted near a bumper or a grille of a vehicle. The vehicle cleaner unit includes a blower configured to be attached to a rear surface of the bumper or the grille. The bumper or the grille is provided with an air outlet for jetting air blown from the blower toward the cleaning object.

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Номер записи: 62
08-05-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A HEADLIGHT SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20140125227A1
Автор: Ehlgen Tobias, Van Staa Sebastian
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A method is described for controlling a headlight system of a vehicle. The method includes a step of reading in an aerosol signal which represents a recognized intensity of an aerosol in a field of vision of a camera of the vehicle. Furthermore, the method includes a step of activating a change in a light emission in a lighting area ahead of the vehicle with the aid of the headlight system as a response to the aerosol signal. 113.-. (canceled)14. A method for controlling a headlight system of a vehicle , comprising:reading in an aerosol signal representing a recognized intensity of an aerosol in a field of vision of a camera of the vehicle; andactivating a change in a light emission in a lighting area ahead of the vehicle with an aid of the headlight system as a response to the aerosol signal.15. The method as recited in claim 14 , wherein a change in a light emission parameter is one of determined and activated in the step of activating as a function of a time of presence of the aerosol.16. The method as recited in claim 15 , wherein the time of presence corresponds to a presence of a predetermined minimum intensity of the aerosol.17. The method as recited in claim 14 , wherein a change in a light distribution is activated in the step of activating in the case of an active light emission control as a function of the recognized intensity of the aerosol.18. The method as recited in claim 14 , wherein a change in a light emission parameter for a light output by the headlight system of the vehicle is activated between different lighting states in the step of activating.19. The method as recited in claim 14 , further comprising:reading in image information of an image of the camera; the color indicator value represents a relation between a first parameter and a second parameter,', 'the first parameter represents a value obtained by using a first color filter on the image information in the partial section, and', 'the second parameter represents a value which is obtained ...

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Номер записи: 63
25-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICULAR EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY WITH BLIND SPOT INDICATOR ELEMENT

Номер: US20210053495A1
Автор: Lynam Niall R.
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A vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a mirror reflective element sub-assembly having a mirror reflective element, a mirror back plate and a heater pad disposed between the mirror reflective element and the mirror back plate. The heater pad is adhered via a pressure sensitive adhesive to the glass substrate of the mirror reflective element, and the mirror back plate is adhered via a pressure sensitive adhesive to the heater pad. The mirror back plate includes first structure that is configured to attach at an actuator. A blind spot indicator element is disposed second structure of the mirror back plate. When the vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly is attached at the vehicle and when a light source of the indicator element is activated, an icon present at an outboard region of said electrochromic mirror reflective element is illuminated and is viewable by the driver of the vehicle. 1. A vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly , said vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly comprising:a mirror reflective element sub-assembly comprising an electrochromic mirror reflective element having a front glass substrate and a rear glass substrate with an electrochromic medium disposed therebetween;wherein said front glass substrate has a first surface and a second surface separated by a thickness dimension of said front glass substrate;said second surface of said front glass substrate having a transparent electrically conductive layer disposed thereat;wherein said rear glass substrate has a third surface and a fourth surface separated by a thickness dimension of said rear glass substrate;a mirror reflector disposed at the third surface of said rear glass substrate;wherein said electrochromic medium is disposed in an interpane cavity established between said third surface of said rear glass substrate and said second surface of said front glass substrate and bounded by a perimeter seal;said mirror reflective element sub-assembly comprising a heater ...

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Номер записи: 64
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CAMERA LIGHT

Номер: US20170050553A1
Автор: Peacock Elizabeth Jane, Peacock Stephen Thomas
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A camera light assembly () includes a camera assembly () and a marker light assembly (). The camera assembly () includes a body () and a lens () positioned at a forward portion of the body (). The marker light assembly () includes a light housing () having an aperture () extending therethrough. The body () of the camera assembly () is elongated and is received within the aperture () of the light housing () of the marker light assembly (). Camera lock rings () are utilized to releasably secure the camera assembly () to the marker light assembly (). 1. A method of installing a camera light assembly to a vehicle , the method comprising:providing a camera light assembly having a housing and a camera secured to the housing, the housing including an outer side, an inner side, and a mounting structure configured to connect the housing to an existing vehicle light mount for a required vehicle light whereby the camera light assembly is interchangeable with required vehicle lights;providing a light assembly including at least one light source inside the housing whereby the at least one light source illuminates at least a portion of the outer side of the housing;operably connecting an electrical power line to the at least one light source; andmounting the camera light assembly to a vehicle by connecting the mounting structure of the housing to an existing vehicle light mount for a required vehicle light.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the mounting structure of the light assembly comprises an outwardly-extending lip and including:positioning the lip adjacent an outer surface of the vehicle adjacent the existing vehicle light mount.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the camera includes an outer end having a lens and an inner end opposite the outer end; and including:positioning the camera at least partially in the housing such that the inner end protrudes from the inner side of the housing.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein:the outer side of the housing comprises an opening; ...

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Номер записи: 65
23-02-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE PUDDLE LAMP ASSEMBLY GENERATING MOVING IMAGE AND METHOD

Номер: US20170050558A1
Автор: Dellock Paul Kenneth, Gardner Cornel Lewis, Huebner Annette Lynn, Salter Stuart C.
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A vehicle puddle lamp assembly is provided that includes a plurality of light projectors located on a vehicle and configured to illuminate different lighted image patterns on a ground surface adjacent to the vehicle. The vehicle puddle lamp assembly includes a controller for sequentially activating the plurality of light projectors to generate an animated lighted image on the ground surface. The animated image moves in a location based on a door position. 1. A vehicle puddle lamp assembly comprising:a plurality of light projectors located on a vehicle and configured to illuminate different lighted image patterns on a surface adjacent to the vehicle;a sensor sensing a passenger door in an open positon; anda controller sequentially activating the plurality of light projectors to generate a moving animated lighted image on the ground surface when the door is sensed in the open position.2. The lamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein the controller turns the plurality of light projectors on and off one projector at a time.3. The lamp assembly of claim 2 , wherein the controller turns one of the light projectors on for a time period in the range of 50 to 500 milliseconds.4. The lamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of light projectors comprises first claim 1 , second and third projectors claim 1 , each comprising a light source and a filter operatively coupled to the light source for generating the image pattern.5. The lamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of light projectors are located on the passenger door for generating lighted image patterns on a ground surface adjacent to a vehicle door.6. The lamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of light projectors comprises a light source and a filter comprising an image pattern located in front of the light source.7. The lamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein the animated lighted image moves away from the vehicle when the door moves to the open position.8. The lamp assembly of claim 7 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 66
25-02-2021 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE LIGHTING MODULE

Номер: US20210054983A1
Автор: Buschmann Gerd
Принадлежит: HUF HULSBECK & FURST GMBH & CO. KG

A motor vehicle lighting module, at least including a housing which is formed by a support plate and a circular or elliptical upper part fastened thereto. The upper part is at least partially light-transmitting and closes off the housing to the outside. A plurality of light sources emitting light beams are accommodated in the housing A disc-shaped light guide is arranged in the housing and the light sources are arranged such that a circular or elliptical ring is formed in which the light guide at least partially lies. The light guide has on its periphery at least one shoulder and projects in the radial direction over the ring formed by the light sources. 111.-. (canceled)12. A motor vehicle lighting module , at least comprising a housing which is formed by a support plate and a circular or elliptical upper part fastened thereto , wherein the upper part is at least partially light-transmitting and closes off the housing to the outside , wherein a plurality of light sources emitting light beams are accommodated in the housing , wherein a disc-shaped light guide is arranged in the housing and the light sources are arranged such that a circular or elliptical ring is formed in which the light guide at least partially lies , wherein the light guide has on its periphery at least one shoulder and projects in the radial direction over the ring formed by the light sources.13. The lighting module according to claim 12 , wherein at least some of the light beams of the light sources are directed in the direction of the center or the focal points of the ring and are introduced into the light guide claim 12 , so that the light guide is illuminated by the light sources arranged lying opposite on the ring right into that part which projects in the radial direction over the ring formed by the light sources.14. The lighting module according to claim 12 , wherein the ring is divided into two parts claim 12 , in particular in that two separate portions of the ring in the installation ...

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Номер записи: 67
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20220072991A1
Автор: JEONG Yongseok
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A vehicle configured for guiding an optimal digital key tag position to a digital key user and a method of controlling the vehicle may include a short-range communication module configured to receive a signal from a digital key within a preset distance ranging from the short-range communication module to the digital key; a lamp; and a controller connected to and configured to control the lamp and the short-range communication module based on a received signal strength indicator (RSSI) of the received signal. The controller may be configured to determine a reference range based on the RSSI of the received signal in a first mode, to control the lamp to provide information related to a position of the digital key according to the RSSI of the received signal and the reference range in a second mode, and to control the short-range communication module to transmit a signal regarding the position of the digital key to the digital key in the second mode. 1. A vehicle comprising:a short-range communication module configured to receive a signal from a digital key within a preset distance ranging from the short-range communication module to the digital key;a lamp; anda controller connected to and configured to control the lamp and the short-range communication module according to a received signal strength indicator (RSSI) of the received signal, determine a reference range based on the RSSI of the received signal in a first mode,', 'control the lamp to provide information related to a position of the digital key according to the RSSI of the received signal and the reference range in a second mode, and', 'control the short-range communication module to transmit a signal regarding the position of the digital key to the digital key in the second mode., 'wherein the controller is configured to2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in a response to a change in the RSSI of the received signal claim 1 , the controller is configured to control the lamp to provide ...

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Номер записи: 68
10-03-2022 дата публикации

DIRT DETECTION SYSTEM, LIDAR UNIT, SENSING SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE

Номер: US20220073035A1
Автор: ONODA Yukihiro
Принадлежит: KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

This dirt detection system is composed to detect dirt attached to an outer cover of a lighting tool for a vehicle. A camera, a LiDAR unit, and a millimeter wave radar, which detect the surrounding environment of the vehicle, are each mounted on the lighting tool for a vehicle. The dirt detection system is provided with: a thermal imaging camera composed to acquire thermal image data showing the outer cover; a lighting tool cleaner composed to remove the dirt attached to the outer cover; and a lighting tool cleaner control unit composed to determine, on the basis of the thermal image data, whether the dirt is attached to the outer cover and to drive the lighting tool cleaner in response to the determination that the dirt is attached to the outer cover. 1. A dirt detection system for detecting dirt adhering to an outer cover of a vehicle lamp equipped with a sensor for detecting a surrounding environment of a vehicle , the dirt detection system comprising:a thermal imaging camera configured to acquire thermal image data indicating the outer cover;a lamp cleaner configured to remove dirt adhering to the outer cover; anda lamp cleaner control unit configured to determine based on the thermal image data whether there is dirt adhering to the outer cover, and to drive the lamp cleaner in response to a determination that there is dirt adhering to the outer cover.2. The dirt detection system according to claim 1 ,wherein the thermal imaging camera is disposed in a space defined by a housing and the outer cover of the vehicle lamp.3. The dirt detection system according to claim 1 ,wherein the lamp cleaner control unit is configured to determine based on the thermal image data whether there is dirt adhering to the outer cover when there is no pedestrian present within a predetermined range from the vehicle.4. The dirt detection system according to claim 1 ,{'claim-text': ['specify a high-temperature region having a temperature equal to or higher than a threshold temperature ...

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Номер записи: 69
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20160059771A1
Автор: KLIMKE Max, MEINZER Patric, SIELER Marcel, WIRTZ Wolfgang
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A motor vehicle has a surroundings-illuminating device for producing a light distribution on the ground surrounding the motor vehicle. The surroundings-illuminating device includes one or more projection modules for producing the light distribution, wherein every projection module has at least one light source and an array of projection optical systems which from the light of the at least one light source generates at least a part of the light distribution. 1. A motor vehicle , comprising: one or more projection modules that generate the light distribution, wherein', 'each projection module comprises at least one light source and one array of projection optical systems, and', 'the array of projection optical systems generating at least a portion of the light distribution from light from the at least one light source., 'a surroundings-illuminating device that generates a light distribution on a ground in surroundings around the motor vehicle, wherein the surroundings-illuminating device comprises2. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein each projection optical system comprises at least one micro lens having a diameter of 2000 micrometers or less.3. The motor vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the array comprises between 100 and 400 projection optical systems.4. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source comprises one or more LEDs and/or laser diodes.5. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , whereineach respective projection module is configured so that each projection optical system projects a single image on the ground that covers essentially an entirety of the light distribution, andthe light distribution comprises a superpositioning of individual single images of the projection optical systems.6. The motor vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a light shaft that extends into a body of the motor vehicle, whereinthe one or more projection modules are arranged in the light shaft.7. The motor vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 70
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Integrated spoiler chmsl optical sensor system

Номер: US20190054855A1
Автор: Harry Lobo, Venkatesh Krishnan
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A spoiler includes a lower shell, a bracket, a plurality of optical sensors, a CHMSL (center high mounted stop lamp) and an upper shell. The lower shell extends substantially a width of a vehicle roof. The bracket is fixed to the lower shell. The optical sensors are fixed to the bracket. The CHMSL is fixed to one of the lower shell and the bracket. The upper shell is disposed over and fixed to the lower shell. The upper shell has a plurality of sensor apertures aligned with the sensors and a CHMSL aperture aligned with the CHMSL.

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Номер записи: 71
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Automotive auxiliary ladar sensor

Номер: US20180056993A1
Автор: Andrew Duerner, Patrick B. Gilliland, Roger Stettner
Принадлежит: Continental Advanced Lidar Solutions US LLC

A vehicle and ladar sensor assembly system is proposed which makes use of forward mounted long range ladar sensors and short range ladar sensors mounted in auxiliary lamps to identify obstacles and to identify potential collisions with the vehicle. A low cost assembly is developed which can be easily mounted within a body panel cutout of a vehicle, and which connects to the vehicle electrical and computer systems through the vehicle wiring harness. The vehicle has a digital processor which interprets 3D data received from the ladar sensor assembly, and which is in control of the vehicle subsystems for steering, braking, acceleration, and suspension. The digital processor onboard the vehicle makes use of the 3D data and the vehicle control subsystems to avoid collisions and steer a best path.

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Номер записи: 72
02-03-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE LAMP

Номер: US20170057399A1
Автор: HIRASAWA Hiroshi, YATSUDA Yasushi
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A vehicle lamp includes a light polarizer that two-dimensionally scans excitation light forms a light intensity distribution having relatively high light intensity in a partial region (such as a region near the center), the light intensity distribution being required for a vehicle lamp. A control unit controls a first actuator by using resonance drive as well as a second actuator by using nonresonant drive so that a two-dimensional image is formed in a scan region with excitation light that is two-dimensionally scanned by a mirror unit and controls the second actuator to relatively reduce an oscillation rate around a second axis of the mirror unit, while the two-dimensional image is drawn in a partial region in the scan region with the excitation light that is two-dimensionally scanned by the mirror unit, to form the light intensity distribution having relatively high light intensity in the partial region in the scan region. 1. A vehicle lamp configured to form a predetermined light distribution pattern , the vehicle lamp comprising:an excitation light source; a mirror unit that reflects excitation light incident from the excitation light source;', 'a first actuator that oscillates the mirror unit around a first axis by using resonant drive; and', 'a second actuator that oscillates the mirror unit around a second axis orthogonal to the first axis by using nonresonant drive,, 'a light polarizer that two-dimensionally scans excitation light, the light polarizer includingthe light polarizer being arranged while the first axis is included in a vertical plane, as well as the second axis is included in a horizontal plane,a wavelength converter having a scan region in which a light intensity distribution is formed by drawing a two-dimensional image with the excitation light that is two-dimensionally scanned by the mirror unit;a control unit that controls the first actuator by using the resonance drive as well as the second actuator by using the nonresonant drive so that ...

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Номер записи: 73
02-03-2017 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE LAMP

Номер: US20170057404A1
Автор: PARK Chong Bae
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An apparatus for controlling a vehicle lamp includes a turn signal lamp, a turn signal lamp switch configured to operate the turn signal lamp, a lane change detector configured to detect lane change, and a controller configured to release the operation of the turn signal lamp when the lane change detector determines that the lane change has been completed after the operation of the turn signal lamp switch. 1. An apparatus for controlling a vehicle lamp comprising:a turn signal lamp;a turn signal lamp switch configured to operate the turn signal lamp;a lane change detector configured to detect lane change; anda controller configured to release the operation of the turn signal lamp when the lane change detector determines that the lane change has been completed after the operation of the turn signal lamp switch.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein after the turn signal lamp switch is operated claim 1 , the turn signal lamp is operated until the lane change detector determines that the lane change is completed.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein when a vehicle has been completely moved to a lane to which the vehicle was intended to move claim 1 , the lane change detector detects that the lane change has been completed.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the lane change detector includes a lane departure warning system (LDWS) or a lane keeping assist system (LKAS).5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the lane change detector includes a blind spot detection (BSD).6. The apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein the BSD detects that another vehicle approaches a rear side of the vehicle claim 5 , the controller delays the operation of the turn signal lamp for a predetermined period of time to be released.7. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a display configured to provide a user interface allowing a user to select a function of automatically controlling an operation of the turn signal lamp.8. A method for ...

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Номер записи: 74
20-02-2020 дата публикации

ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS FOR THE TRAJECTORY OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20200055442A1
Автор: EPPERLEIN Jonathan P., GAMBELLA Claudio, GRIGGS Wynita M., LASSOUED Yassine, MARECEK Jakub, Mevissen Martin, MONTEIL Julien, ORDONEZ-HURTADO Rodrigo H., Russo Giovanni, Shorten Robert
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In an approach for determining the illumination necessary along a vehicle's planned trajectory, a processor receives information relevant to the trajectory of a vehicle. A processor estimates the position of the vehicle at the particular time on the trajectory of the vehicle, using the data from the sensors. A processor estimates an illumination of the trajectory of the vehicle, using the model of the illumination of the road network and the data from the sensors, wherein a threshold is employed. A processor determines the threshold is exceeded. A processor changes a setting of the at least one headlight on the vehicle. A processor determines the threshold is exceeded. A processor alerts the user of the vehicle when adjustments to the at least one headlight that are necessary to illuminate the trajectory of the vehicle exceed physical limitations of the at least one headlight. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:estimating, by one or more processors, a position of a vehicle at a time based on trajectory of the vehicle, using data from sensors;estimating, by one or more processors, an illumination of the trajectory of the vehicle at the time, using a model of illumination of a road network;determining, by one or more processors, a threshold is exceeded at the time, wherein the exceeded threshold reveals there is not enough light present from a combination of a headlight of the vehicle and light external to the vehicle at the time; andchanging, by one or more processors, a setting of the headlight.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , further comprising:subsequent to changing the setting of the headlight, determining, by one or more processors, that the threshold is exceeded; andalerting, by one or more processors, the user of the vehicle that adjustments to the headlight necessary to illuminate the trajectory of the vehicle exceed physical limitations of the headlight at the time.3. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the sensors ...

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Номер записи: 75
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DOOR ENTRY SENSOR

Номер: US20190063139A1
Автор: Brogan Cian John Francis, Jabra Paul G., Partsch Matthew Richard
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A belt molding and sensor combination for a door of a vehicle may include at least one sensor and a belt molding. The at least one sensor may be configured to emit signals upon the detection of an action intended to cause a door to open or close, and the at least one sensor may present a sensor outer surface. The belt molding may be configured to extend along at least a portion of a length of a door, and include a cap which presents an outer surface. The belt molding may be configured to be mounted on a door. The sensor outer surface may provide an extension of a cap outer surface, such that the sensor outer surface and the cap outer surface combine to provide an uninterrupted outer surface where the sensor outer surface and the cap outer surface abut against one another. 1. A belt molding and sensor combination for a door of a vehicle , the combination comprising:at least one sensor configured to emit signals upon detection of an action intended to cause the door to open or close, the at least one sensor presenting a sensor outer surface; anda belt molding configured to extend along at least a portion of a length of the door, the belt molding comprising a cap presenting a cap outer surface, wherein the belt molding is configured to be mounted on the door, and wherein the sensor outer surface provides an extension of the cap outer surface, such that the sensor outer surface and the cap outer surface combine to provide an uninterrupted outer surface where the sensor outer surface and the cap outer surface abut one another.2. The belt molding and sensor combination of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor serves as a portion of the belt molding.3. The belt molding and sensor combination of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one light emitting diode (LED) associated with the at least one sensor.4. The belt molding and sensor combination of claim 3 , wherein the at least one LED is configured to face in a direction away from the door claim 3 , wherein the at ...

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Номер записи: 76
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Systems and methods for detecting obstructions in a camera field of view

Номер: US20200062180A1
Автор: Gideon Stein, Ofer Hadassi
Принадлежит: Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd

A system mounted on a vehicle for detecting an obstruction on a surface of a window of the vehicle, a primary camera is mounted inside the vehicle behind the window. The primary camera is configured to acquire images of the environment through the window. A secondary camera is focused on an external surface of the window, and operates to image the obstruction. A portion of the window, i.e. window region is subtended respectively by the field of view of the primary camera and the field of view of the secondary camera. A processor processes respective sequences of image data from both the primary camera and the secondary camera.

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Номер записи: 77
08-03-2018 дата публикации

DIRECTIONAL APPROACH LIGHTING

Номер: US20180065537A1
Автор: Abrams Nathan Jamar, Roberts David Randolph
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A lighting system of a vehicle is provided herein. A projector is coupled to a side structure of the vehicle. A sensor detects a remote device carried on a person approaching the vehicle. Based on a detected location of the remote device relative to the vehicle, the projector projects a light pattern onto a ground surface to define an illuminated path leading up to the vehicle and pointing towards the person. 1. A lighting system of a vehicle , comprising:a projector coupled to a side structure of the vehicle; anda sensor for detecting a remote device carried on a person approaching the vehicle;wherein based on a detected location of the remote device relative to the vehicle, the projector projects a light pattern onto a ground surface to define an illuminated path leading up to the vehicle and pointing towards the person.2. The lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the illuminated path is substantially straight.3. The lighting system of claim 2 , wherein the projector is operable to shift the projected light pattern based on a change in the detected location of the remote device.4. The lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises one or more wireless communication transceivers configured to interact with the remote device over a wireless signal.5. The lighting system of claim 4 , wherein the remote device comprises one of a portable electronic device and a passive anti-theft system (PATS) key.6. The lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the side structure comprises a door of the vehicle.7. The lighting system of claim 1 , further comprising additional projectors coupled to associated side structures of the vehicle claim 1 , wherein the projector and additional projectors are selectively operable based on the detected location of the remote device.8. A lighting system of a vehicle claim 1 , comprising:a projector coupled to a door of the vehicle; anda sensor for detecting a remote device carried on a person;wherein the projector projects a light pattern ...

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Номер записи: 78
29-05-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHT DISTRIBUTION CONTROL DEVICE AND VEHICLE LIGHT DISTRIBUTION CONTROL METHOD

Номер: US20140145612A1
Автор: Takagaki Tatsuya
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A vehicle light distribution control device includes: an illumination device controlled to change a light distribution pattern among high, low and split beam patterns and of which an optical axis direction is controlled; and a control unit. When a vehicle ahead has been detected, the control unit changes the light distribution pattern to the split beam pattern, and controls a cut-off line position of the split beam pattern so as not to irradiate illumination light to the vehicle ahead. When the vehicle ahead becomes undetectable, the control unit maintains the split beam pattern while controlling the cut-off line position in such a manner that the shielded area of the split beam pattern gradually reduces. After the shielded area becomes smaller than or equal to a predetermined reference, the control unit changes the light distribution pattern from the split beam pattern to the high beam pattern. 1. A vehicle light distribution control device comprising:an illumination device configured to irradiate illumination light toward a front of a vehicle, the illumination device being controlled such that a light distribution pattern is changed among a high beam pattern, a low beam pattern formed by a low beam shade and a split beam pattern formed by a high beam shade, and the illumination device being controlled such that an optical axis direction varies in a substantially horizontal direction; anda control unit configured to control the illumination device,the split beam pattern being arranged such that part of an area in the high beam pattern is shielded by the high beam shade with a boundary set at a cut-off line,the control unit being configured, when a vehicle ahead has been detected, to change the light distribution pattern formed by the illumination device to the split beam pattern, and to control a position of the cut-off line of the split beam pattern so as not to irradiate the illumination light to the vehicle ahead, andthe control unit being configured, when the ...

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Номер записи: 79
09-03-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE ARTICLE CARRIER WITH INTEGRATED CAMERA AND SOLAR POWERED LIGHTING

Номер: US20170066382A1
Автор: Aftanas Jeffrey M., Gomes Gerald J., MICHIE Gordon, Presley Michael J.
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A vehicle article carrier system is disclosed for carrying articles above an outer body surface of a vehicle. The system may incorporate at least one support rail secured to the outer body surface. The support rail may have a support foot portion at each of its opposite ends, with each support foot portion secured to the outer body surface of the vehicle. A sensor may be mounted on the at least one support rail or one of the support feet portions for sensing a characteristic within a field of view around the vehicle and providing related information to a subsystem of the vehicle. 1. A vehicle article carrier system for carrying articles above an outer body surface of a vehicle , the system comprising: a support foot portion at each of its opposite ends, each said support foot portion being adapted to be secured to the outer body surface of the vehicle;', 'a sensor mounted on at least one of the at least one support rail or one of the support feet portions for sensing a characteristic within a field of view around the vehicle and providing related information to a subsystem of the vehicle., 'at least one support rail secured to the outer body surface, the at least one support rail including2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a solar panel supported on the at least one support rail or on at least one of the support feet portions.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a battery mounted on at least one of the support rail or one of the support feet portions claim 1 , and configured to be charged by the energy provided by the solar panel.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the battery provides power to the sensor.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a light supported on the vehicle article carrier.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the light is articulated into a stowed position and a position extending outwardly from the vehicle article carrier.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises at least one of:a light detection and ranging ...

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Номер записи: 80
11-03-2021 дата публикации

Holographic Light Detection and Ranging

Номер: US20210072379A1
Автор: Christmas Jamieson, WHITING Paul
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A light detection and ranging system arranged to scan a scene is provided. A light source outputs light having a first characteristic. A spatial light modulator receives output light from the light source and outputs spatially-modulated light in accordance with computer-generated holograms represented thereon. A light detector receives light having the first characteristic from the scene and outputs a light response signal. A holographic controller is arranged to output a plurality of computer-generated holograms to the spatial light modulator. Each computer-generated hologram is arranged to form structured light having a corresponding pattern within the scene. The holographic controller is further arranged to change the pattern of the structured light formed by at least one of the plurality of computer-generated holograms. 1. A light detection and ranging , “LIDAR” , system arranged to survey a scene , the system comprising:a light source arranged to output light having a first characteristic;a spatial light modulator, “SLM”, arranged to receive the light from the light source and output spatially-modulated light in accordance with computer-generated holograms displayed on the spatial light modulator;a holographic controller arranged to output a plurality of computer-generated holograms to the spatial light modulator, wherein each computer-generated hologram is arranged to form structured light having a corresponding pattern in a replay field within the scene, and the holographic controller is further arranged to change the pattern of the structured light formed in the replay field by at least one of the plurality of computer-generated holograms;a light detector arranged to receive light having the first characteristic from the scene and output a light response signal, wherein the light detector comprises an array of light detecting elements, andan optical system associated with the array of light detecting elements, the optical system arranged such that each light ...

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Номер записи: 81
28-02-2019 дата публикации

SENSOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190068845A1
Автор: Krishnan Venkatesh, Phinisee Rashaun, Sykula Andre
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A sensor assembly includes a housing having an airfoil shape and including a pressure surface and a suction surface, a sensor attached to the housing and disposed on the suction surface, and a nozzle attached to the housing and directed toward the sensor. A vehicle may include an exterior panel, and the sensor assembly may be attached to the exterior panel. 1. A sensor assembly comprising:a housing having an airfoil shape and including a pressure surface and a suction surface;a sensor attached to the housing and disposed on the suction surface; anda nozzle attached to the housing and directed toward the sensor.2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the housing is attachable to a vehicle.3. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , wherein the suction surface faces down when the housing is attached to the vehicle.4. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a lamp attached to the housing.5. The sensor assembly of claim 4 , wherein the lamp is disposed on the suction surface of the housing.6. The sensor assembly of claim 5 , wherein the lamp is a puddle lamp.7. The sensor assembly of claim 5 , wherein the housing includes an attachment end.8. The sensor assembly of claim 7 , wherein the lamp is closer to the attachment end than the sensor.9. The sensor assembly of claim 8 , wherein the attachment end is attachable to a vehicle claim 8 , and the lamp is farther down than the sensor when the attachment end is attached to the vehicle.10. The sensor assembly of claim 9 , wherein the lamp is directed straighter downward than the sensor when the attachment end is attached to the vehicle.11. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensor includes a lens claim 1 , and the nozzle is positioned to spray liquid over an entirety of the lens.12. The sensor assembly of claim 11 , wherein the housing includes an attachment end claim 11 , and the nozzle is farther from the attachment end than the sensor.13. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a camera.14 ...

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Номер записи: 82
24-03-2022 дата публикации

AUTONOMOUS SEAT SANITIZING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20220088249A1
Автор: Kyle Roger Akira, Wang Timothy, Yamasaki Bryan E.
Принадлежит:

An autonomous seat sanitizing system for a vehicle includes a vehicle seat sanitizing system control module configured to detect a person approaching a vehicle. Responsive to a person approaching the vehicle, a distance of the person from the vehicle is determined. The distance of the person from the vehicle is compared to a predetermined threshold distance. If the distance of the person from the vehicle is less than the predetermined threshold distance, the control module determines if at least one seat in the vehicle occupant compartment is unoccupied. If at least one seat is unoccupied, the module controls operation of the vehicle to direct a sanitizing ultraviolet (UV) light onto the unoccupied seat until a vehicle door is opened from an exterior of the vehicle, or until the distance of the person from the vehicle is no longer less than the predetermined threshold distance. 1. An autonomous seat sanitizing system for a vehicle , the system comprising one or more processors and a memory communicably coupled to the one or more processors and storing a vehicle seat sanitizing system control module including computer-readable instructions that when executed by the one or more processors cause the one or more processors to:detect a person approaching a vehicle;responsive to detection of the person approaching the vehicle, determine a distance of the person from the vehicle;compare the distance of the person from the vehicle to a predetermined threshold distance;if the distance of the person from the vehicle is less than the predetermined threshold distance, determine if at least one seat in an occupant compartment of the vehicle is unoccupied; andif at least one seat in the vehicle occupant compartment is unoccupied, control operation of the vehicle to direct a sanitizing ultraviolet (UV) light onto the at least one unoccupied vehicle seat in the vehicle occupant compartment until a vehicle door is opened from an exterior of the vehicle, or until the distance of the ...

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Номер записи: 83
07-03-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR USER RECOGNITION AND EXPRESSION FOR AN AUTOMOBILE

Номер: US20190071055A1
Автор: Luchner Wolfram, Veit Eric
Принадлежит:

Methods and systems are disclosed for user recognition and express for an automobile. For one example, a data processing system for an automobile includes a database, a user capture device, and a computer. The database stores at least an image of a user of the automobile. The user capture device captures at least an image of the user. The computer is coupled to the database and the user capture device. The computer allows the user access to the automobile if the user is authenticated as a valid user by determining if stored image of the user match the captured image of the user. The facial features can include two-dimensional (2D) or three-dimensional (3D) images including facial features. The computer allows the user access to the automobile and controls of the automobile if the user is authenticated as a valid user. The computer can also deny the user access to the automobile and controls of the automobile if the user is not authenticated as a valid user. The user can be a driver or a passenger of the automobile. The computer can also configure settings or preferences for the driver or passenger if authenticated as a valid user. 1. A data processing system for an automobile comprising:a database to store at least an image of a user of the automobile;a user capture device to capture an image of the user; anda computer coupled to the database and the user capture device, the computer to allow the user access to the automobile if the user is authenticated as a valid user by determining if stored image of the user match captured image of the user.2. The data processing system of claim 1 , wherein the image of the user includes two-dimensional (2D) or three-dimensional (3D) images.3. The data processing system of claim 1 , wherein the user capture device is to capture an expression of the user including a selfie claim 1 , smile claim 1 , frown claim 1 , sleeping claim 1 , dozing claim 1 , eyes opening and shutting claim 1 , anger claim 1 , happiness claim 1 , fatigue ...

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Номер записи: 84
16-03-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE HEADLIGHT WITH A DEVICE FOR DETERMINING ROAD CONDITIONS AND A SYSTEM FOR MONITORING ROAD CONDITIONS

Номер: US20170072834A1
Автор: Schmitz-Hübsch Axel
Принадлежит: G. LUFFT MESS- UND REGELTECHNIK GMBH

A vehicle headlight comprising: a lighting unit, a reflector and a headlight glass; a device for determining road conditions, said device being provided in the interior of the vehicle headlight behind the headlight glass and comprising: an infrared transmitter configured for emitting light at predetermined wavelengths through the headlight glass onto a road surface; a detection unit configured for detecting the light emitted by the infrared transmitter and reflected by the road surface through the headlight glass; a processing unit configured for determining surface parameters of the road surface on the basis of the light detected by the detection unit. 1. A vehicle headlight comprising:a lighting unit, a reflector and a headlight glass; an infrared transmitter configured for emitting light at predetermined wavelengths through the headlight glass onto a road surface;', 'a detection unit configured for detecting the light emitted by the infrared transmitter and reflected by the road surface through the headlight glass;', 'a processing unit configured for determining surface parameters of the road surface on the basis of the light detected by the detection unit., 'a device for determining road conditions, said device being provided in the interior of the vehicle headlight behind the headlight glass and comprising2. The vehicle headlight according to claim 1 , wherein the device is attached directly to the inner side of the headlight glass.3. The vehicle headlight according to claim 1 , wherein the device is replaceable.4. The vehicle headlight according to claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is configured for determining the surface parameters of the road surface at least 100 times per second claim 1 , in particular at least 400 times per second.5. The vehicle headlight according to claim 1 , wherein the device additionally comprises a pulse unit configured for pulsing the light emitted by the infrared transmitter such that the resultant pulses have a maximum ...

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Номер записи: 85
05-03-2020 дата публикации

SNOWPLOW LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20200070713A1
Автор: Brehmer Jacob R., Koch Timothy G., Von Menze Wilhelm F., Wendorff Terry C.
Принадлежит: Sno-Way International, Inc.

An auxiliary lighting system for an auxiliary device and methods are provided. The auxiliary lighting system senses the operational state of various ones of the vehicle lights of the vehicle and operably controls the operational state of various auxiliary lights based on the operational state of one or more of the vehicle lights. The method includes controlling the auxiliary lighting system based on the operational state of the vehicle lights. 1. An auxiliary lighting system for use with an auxiliary device useable with a vehicle , the vehicle having a vehicle lighting system including a vehicle marker light , a vehicle headlight that includes a vehicle low beam light and a vehicle high beam light , a manually actuable headlight control for switching between operational states of the vehicle headlight and a manually actuable vehicle light control having a vehicle marker light on state wherein the vehicle marker light is active and the vehicle headlights are inactive and a headlight on state wherein the vehicle headlight is active , the auxiliary lighting system comprising:an auxiliary headlight;a marker light sensor configured to sense an operational state of the vehicle marker light;an auxiliary light controller operably connected to the vehicle marker light sensor to receive a marker light operational state signal related to the operational state of the vehicle marker light from the vehicle marker light sensor, the auxiliary light controller operable to activate the auxiliary headlight when the vehicle marker light operational state signal indicates that the vehicle marker light is active.2. The auxiliary lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle marker light sensor is a hall effect sensor that can sense a magnetic field of a vehicle marker light wire associated with activating the vehicle marker light without electrically connecting to the vehicle marker light or the vehicle marker light wire.3. The auxiliary lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 86
24-03-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ASCERTAINING AN OPERATING PARAMETER FOR OPERATING A SURROUNDINGS DETECTION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE, AND SURROUNDINGS DETECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20220091267A1
Автор: Dietrich Tom, Knipl Christian Adam
Принадлежит:

A method for ascertaining an operating parameter for operating a surroundings detection system for a vehicle. The surroundings detection system includes a projection unit and an image recording unit. The method includes a step of providing a projection signal to an interface to the projection unit, the projection signal including a control parameter for projecting a light pattern into a surrounding area of the vehicle. In a step of reading in, image data are read in via an interface to the image recording unit, the image data including the light pattern projected into the surrounding area. The method furthermore includes a step of processing the image data, using a processing specification, to ascertain the operating parameter. 1. A method for ascertaining an operating parameter for operating a surroundings detection system for a vehicle , the surroundings detection system including a projection unit and an image recording unit , the method comprising the following steps:providing a projection signal to an interface to the projection unit, the projection signal including a control parameter for projecting a light pattern into a surrounding area of the vehicle;reading in image data via an interface to the image recording unit, the image data including the light pattern projected into the surrounding area; andprocessing the image data, using a processing specification, to ascertain the operating parameter.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in processing step claim 1 , the operating parameter is ascertained claim 1 , which is configured to effectuate a refocusing of the image recording unit claim 1 , and/or a resharpening of an image represented by the image data claim 1 , and/or a recalibration of the image recording unit.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the providing step claim 1 , the projection signal is provided to project the light pattern claim 1 , which represents a light point structure and/or a light strip ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-03-2021 дата публикации

SEAT

Номер: US20210078448A1
Автор: FUJITA Satoshi, HIGASHI Yousuke, HIROSE Ryuichiro, ITO Yoshikazu, Kaku Hiroyuki, KANEDA Satoru, KOWA Munetaka, KUSANO Atsushi, MIYOSHI Takako, NUMAJIRI Hiroyuki, Otsuka Yasuharu, Sato Ryosuke, Suzuki Satoshi, UETAKE Kento
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A seat includes a seat body and a sensor configured to acquired information on an occupant seated on the seat body. The seat includes a coating as a location marker that marks a location of the sensor to render the location visually recognizable from outside the seat body. 1. A seat comprising:a seat body; anda sensor provided at the seat body and configured to acquire information on an occupant seated on the seat body,wherein the seat comprises a location marker that marks a location of the sensor to render the location visually recognizable from outside the seat body.2. The seat according to claim 1 , wherein the seat body comprises a cushion pad and an outer covering with which the cushion pad is covered claim 1 , andwherein the sensor is disposed between the cushion pad and the outer covering.3. The seat according to claim 2 , wherein the location marker is exposed to view from outside the outer covering.4. The seat according to claim 3 , wherein the location marker has a color different from a color of the outer covering.5. The seat according to claim 2 , wherein the outer covering has an opening in a position corresponding to the sensor claim 2 , andwherein the location marker is exposed to view from outside the outer covering through the opening.6. The seat according to claim 2 , wherein the location marker is disposed between the outer covering and the sensor to make a part of the outer covering configured to protrude outward relative to other parts surrounding the part.7. The seat according to claim 2 , wherein the location marker is a luminous member configured to emit light toward outside of the outer covering.8. The seat according to claim 2 , further comprising a controller connected to the sensor and thereby allowed to acquire the information from the sensor claim 2 , and connected to a target device outside the seat body and thereby allowed to communicate with the target device.9. The seat according to claim 8 , wherein the location marker is a ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Systems and methods for portable headlamp leveling device

Номер: US20210078483A1
Автор: Daniel T. Neubauer, Stuart R. Wuerthele
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc

Methods and systems for leveling a headlamp of a vehicle on a ground surface using a portable device may include determining, by a processor and a leveling software application tool of the portable device, a zero reference earth plane of the ground surface on which the vehicle is disposed, setting the zero reference earth plane as a vehicle longitudinal axis of the vehicle with respect to the ground surface, determining a current illumination axis of the headlamp based on a feedback from the headlamp received by the portable device, and generating a calibration level angle based on a comparison of the vehicle longitudinal axis and the current illumination axis.

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Номер записи: 89
18-03-2021 дата публикации

COLOR FILTER ARRAY PATTERNS FOR ENHANCING A LOW-LIGHT SENSITIVITY WHILE PRESERVING A COLOR ACCURACY IN IMAGE SIGNAL PROCESSING APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20210080630A1
Автор: HSU Ming-Hsuan, McGuire Shane, Zhang Boyang
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Color filter array patterns are provided for enhancing an image sensor's light sensitivity while preserving a color accuracy for image signal processing applications. In one example, an image sensor can include a substrate layer containing a first set of photodiodes and a second set of photodiodes, wherein each of the first set of photodiodes is larger than each of the second set of photodiodes; a first color filter array (CFA) covering the first set of photodiodes, wherein the first CFA includes a first set of color filters and a portion of the first set of color filters includes one or more clear filters; a second CFA covering the second set of photodiodes, wherein the second CFA includes a second set of color filters that is different than the first set of color filters; and one or more lenses covering the first CFA and the second CFA. 1. A system comprising: a substrate layer containing a first set of photodiodes and a second set of photodiodes, wherein each of the first set of photodiodes is larger than each of the second set of photodiodes;', 'a first color filter array (CFA) covering the first set of photodiodes, wherein the first CFA comprises a first set of color filters, and wherein a portion of the first set of color filters comprises one or more clear filters; and', 'a second CFA covering the second set of photodiodes, wherein the second CFA comprises a second set of color filters that is different than the first set of color filters., 'an image sensor comprising2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more lenses covering the first CFA and the second CFA.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a high dynamic range (HDR) camera claim 1 , wherein the image sensor comprises an HDR image sensor in the HDR camera.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first set of photodiodes is configured to receive light filtered by the first CFA covering the first set of photodiodes and generate a first image signal that is based on the light filtered by ...

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Номер записи: 90
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Control system and method for auto-light

Номер: US20150084505A1
Автор: Yongseok Jeong
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co

A control system and method for an automated lighting feature of a vehicle is provided. In particular, a controller receives position data; determines whether the vehicle is within or is entering a particular tunnel from the position data; senses by a sensor, a sensed illumination level of a particular section in the tunnel; receives data related to a reference tunnel illumination level of the particular section in the tunnel; compares the sensed illumination level with the reference tunnel illumination level; and changes a reference light illumination level for turning on/off a light when the difference between the sensed illumination level and the reference tunnel illumination level is a particular value or more.

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Номер записи: 91
14-03-2019 дата публикации

EMBEDDED LIGHT SENSORS

Номер: US20190077299A1
Автор: Al-Dahle Ahmad, Bussat Jean-Marie
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

Some embodiments provide a vehicle which includes a one or more sets of light emitter devices and sensor devices included in a common element assembly of the vehicle which includes a common window element via which the light emitter devices and sensor devices can interact with an external environment in which the vehicle is located. The sensor devices and light emitter devices can be communicatively coupled, and operation of the light emitter devices and sensor devices can be adjustably controlled to mitigate interference by the light emitter devices with sensor data representations generated by the sensor devices. The window element can include a reflection-mitigating layer which mitigates reflection of light beams emitted by one or more light emitter devices in an assembly towards one or more sensor elements of one or more sensor devices included in the same assembly. 1. An apparatus , comprising: a housing which comprises an interior space which is at least partially enclosed by the housing and is configured to support at least one light emitter device and at least one sensor device coupled to the housing within the interior space; and', 'a window element coupled to the housing, wherein the window element completes an enclosure of the interior space and establishes a transparent barrier between the interior space and the external environment, such that the at least one at least one light emitter device is configured to direct a light beam into the external environment through the window element and the at least one sensor device is configured to monitor at least a portion of the external environment through the window element., 'an element assembly configured to be installed in a vehicle and provide illumination of at least a portion of an external environment in which the vehicle is located and monitoring of at least a portion of the external environment via a common aperture, wherein the element assembly comprises2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 92
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Timing Correction in a Communication System

Номер: US20190077302A1
Автор: J. Divyasree, Kamath Anant Shankar
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One example includes a communication system. The system includes a data transmitter configured to generate a digital communication signal and a data receiver configured to receive the digital communication signal. The system also includes a pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit arranged between the data transmitter and the data receiver and being configured to adjust at least one timing parameter associated with the communication signal. 1. An isolator circuit interconnecting a data transmitter and a data receiver , the isolator circuit comprising:an isolation barrier configured to provide isolation of a DC-balanced digital communication signal that is transmitted from the data transmitter to the data receiver; anda pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit arranged between the barrier and the data receiver and being configured to adjust at least one timing parameter associated with the DC-balanced digital communication signal.2. The isolator circuit of wherein the pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit comprises: a buffer configured to generate a buffered digital communication signal based on a digital communication signal, the buffer comprising an inverter stage configured to invert the digital communication signal;', 'a filter configured to generate an average voltage corresponding to an average amplitude of the buffered digital communication signal; and', 'an error amplifier configured to compare the average voltage with a predetermined reference voltage to generate a comparison signal that controls the inverter stage of the buffer in a negative feedback arrangement., 'at least one edge-delay circuit, each of the at least one edge-delay circuit comprising3. The circuit of claim 2 , wherein the inverter stage comprises a delay transistor interconnecting one transistor of an inverting transistor pair and a respective one of a high-voltage rail and a low-voltage rail claim 2 , the delay transistor being controlled by the comparison signal ...

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Номер записи: 93
14-03-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE SPOTLIGHT WITH TRACKING FEATURE

Номер: US20190077306A1
Автор: Dellock Paul Kenneth, Duncan Jeffrey Paul, Hoover Chad, HUNT CHRISTOPHER CHARLES, Miller Douglas, Mullen Matthew Cramer, Randlett Doug H., Salter Stuart C.
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicle lighting system is provided herein. A spotlight is coupled to a vehicle and is configured to project light in a target direction. A controller is configured to wirelessly send command signals to the spotlight. A user-input device is in communication with the controller and is provided on a steering wheel of the vehicle. The command signals are based on user-input and control at least one of an aim direction and a light activation of the spotlight. 1. A vehicle lighting system comprising:a spotlight coupled to a vehicle and configured to selectively project a light beam, a search beam, and a laser beam in a target direction;a plurality of wireless communication transceivers configured to communicate with one or more remote devices external to the vehicle; anda controller configured to wirelessly send command signals to the spotlight based on input from the wireless communication transceivers.2. The vehicle lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the light beam and the laser beam are visible claim 1 , and the search beam is invisible.3. The vehicle lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the laser beam coincides with a beam axis of the search beam and highlights a centerpoint of the search beam.4. The vehicle lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the spotlight comprises a lens secured to a lamp head and the lamp head is configured to rotate so as to shield a lens of the spotlight from oncoming debris.5. The vehicle lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the command signals prompt the spotlight to track one of the remote devices and to project at least one of the light beam claim 1 , the search beam claim 1 , and the laser beam toward the one of the remote devices.6. The vehicle lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the command signals prompt the spotlight to track whichever remote device is located inside the search beam and is closest to the vehicle claim 1 , and to project at least one of the light beam claim 1 , the search beam claim 1 , and the laser beam toward ...

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Номер записи: 94
26-03-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE WITH LUMINOUS DISPLAY INSTRUCMENT

Номер: US20150084756A1
Автор: MORI Erol
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A vehicle has a support structure, on which at least one wall element bounding a passenger cell and a luminous display instrument covered by the wall element are fastened. A light source of the luminous display instrument is positioned in order to shine through a light permeable region of the wall element on a part of its extent. 114-. (canceled)15. A vehicle with a support structure comprising:at least one wall element fastened to the support structure and delimiting a passenger cell;a luminous display instrument fastened to the support structure and having a light source; anda wall element covering the luminous display instrument and having a first light permeable region;wherein the light source is located in a position to shine through the first light permeable region on a part of its extent.16. The vehicle according to claim 15 , wherein the wall element comprises a surrounding region surrounding the first light permeable region claim 15 , wherein the opaque region and the first light permeable region are substantially identically tinted.17. The vehicle according to wherein the first light permeable region has a smaller wall thickness than the surrounding region of the wall element unitarily formed therewith.18. The vehicle according to claim 15 , wherein the light source emits in a first range of the visible light spectrum and the light permeable region of the wall element absorbs the visible light spectrum outside the first range more intensely than the visible light spectrum within the first range.19. The vehicle according to claim 18 , wherein the light source comprises an LED.20. The vehicle according to claim 18 , wherein the luminous display instrument comprises at least one second light source which emits in a second range of the visible light spectrum and is positioned in order to shine through a second region which is light permeable in this second range of the spectrum.21. The vehicle according to claim 20 , wherein the second region is provided on a ...

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Номер записи: 95
24-03-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE HEADLIGHT

Номер: US20160082877A1
Автор: HRANITZKY Robert, OBERHAMMER Roland
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The invention relates to a vehicle headlight, comprising a housing () and modulatable light or IR radiation sources () which are arranged within the housing () and on a movable module support (), and comprising an interface () for connection to an external vehicle processor (), wherein an image sensor () for determining depth information from the backscatter radiation of the light or IR radiation sources () is arranged within the housing (), and a processor () connected to the image sensor (), which processor is connected via a modulator () to at least some of the modulatable light or IR radiation sources () arranged within the housing (). It is proposed in accordance with the invention that the processor () is connected via a bidirectional data link () to the interface (), and the image sensor () is arranged on the module support () or on an image sensor support triggered jointly with the module support (). An application of ToF technology in automotive engineering which is fit for day-to-day use and suitable for series production is achieved in this manner by the best possible integration in conventional automotive engineering. 1141523641869418102655. A vehicle headlight , comprising: a housing () and modulatable light or IR radiation sources () which are arranged within the housing () and on a movable module support () , and comprising an interface () for connection to an external vehicle processor () , wherein an image sensor () for determining depth information from the backscatter radiation of the light or FR radiation sources () is arranged within the housing () , and a processor () connected to the image sensor () , which processor is connected via a modulator () to at least some of the modulatable light or IR radiation sources () arranged within the housing () , wherein the processor () is connected via a bidirectional data link () to the interface () , and the image sensor () is arranged on the module support () or on an image sensor support triggered ...

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Номер записи: 96
14-03-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTING A CLOSURE ELEMENT OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20190078373A1
Автор: HERMELING Sebastian, SCHULZ Johannes
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A system for adjusting a closure element of a vehicle comprises an adjustment drive for adjusting the closure element relative to a vehicle body of the vehicle between a closed position and an open position, a control device for actuating the adjustment drive for executing an adjusting movement of the closure element between the closed position and the open position, and a light generating device for generating a light signal. The control device is configured to actuate the light generating device for generating a first light signal during an adjusting movement of the closure element and for generating a second light signal when the closure element is in the open position. 2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the light generating device includes a projection device for generating a light projection on a ground outside the vehicle.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the light generating device includes a light element claim 1 , in particular a strip-shaped light element claim 1 , arranged on the vehicle body or the closure element.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the first light signal marks a region that is swept by the closure element during the adjustment.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the first light signal marks an opening limit up to which the closure element opens on adjustment into the open position.6. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the first light signal is temporally variable.7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the second light signal marks a region for an access of a user to the vehicle.8. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the second light signal is temporally variable.9. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a sensor device for detecting an object in the region of a possible adjustment path of the closure element on opening and/or for detecting a possible collision with an object on opening.10. The system according to claim 9 , wherein the control device is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 97
12-03-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REPLICATING VEHICULAR ILLUMINATION

Номер: US20200079273A1
Автор: Troxler Robert Ernest
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Systems and methods for replicating vehicular illumination are disclosed. According to an aspect, a system includes a detector configured to sense light emitted by a host light of a host vehicle for detecting a lighting state of the host light. The system also includes a communications system configured to communicate the detected lighting state between the host light and the remote light. Further, the system includes a remote light being located on one of the host vehicle and an operator of the host vehicle and configured to replicate the lighting state of the host light. 1. A system comprising:a detector configured to sense light emitted by a host light of a host vehicle for detecting a lighting state of the host light;a communications system configured to communicate the detected lighting state between the host light and the remote light; anda remote light being located on one of the host vehicle and an operator of the host vehicle and configured to replicate the lighting state of the host light.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the detector includes one of an optical sensor claim 1 , a photodiode claim 1 , an electrical sensor claim 1 , an accelerometer claim 1 , a strain gauge claim 1 , an infrared (IR) detector claim 1 , a magnetic field sensor claim 1 , an electric field sensor claim 1 , a voltage detector claim 1 , a current detector claim 1 , and a camera.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the host light includes one of an incandescent light claim 1 , a compact fluorescent light (CFL) claim 1 , a Xenon light claim 1 , and a light emitting diode (LED).4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lighting state includes one of an on state and an off state.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the detector is configured to detect one of a color and an intensity of the host light.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the remote light is located on one of a helmet and clothing of a motorcycle driver.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein one of the remote light and the ...

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Номер записи: 98
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Timing Correction in a Communication System

Номер: US20200079275A1
Автор: J. Divyasree, Kamath Anant Shankar
Принадлежит:

One example includes a communication system. The system includes a data transmitter configured to generate a digital communication signal and a data receiver configured to receive the digital communication signal. The system also includes a pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit arranged between the data transmitter and the data receiver and being configured to adjust at least one timing parameter associated with the communication signal. 1. An isolator circuit interconnecting a data transmitter and a data receiver , the isolator circuit comprising:an isolation barrier configured to provide isolation of a DC-balanced digital communication signal that is transmitted from the data transmitter to the data receiver; anda pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit arranged between the barrier and the data receiver and being configured to adjust at least one timing parameter associated with the DC-balanced digital communication signal.2. The isolator circuit of wherein the pulse-width distortion (PWD) correction circuit comprises: a buffer configured to generate a buffered digital communication signal based on a digital communication signal, the buffer comprising an inverter stage configured to invert the digital communication signal;', 'a filter configured to generate an average voltage corresponding to an average amplitude of the buffered digital communication signal; and', 'an error amplifier configured to compare the average voltage with a predetermined reference voltage to generate a comparison signal that controls the inverter stage of the buffer in a negative feedback arrangement., 'at least one edge-delay circuit, each of the at least one edge-delay circuit comprising3. The circuit of claim 2 , wherein the inverter stage comprises a delay transistor interconnecting one transistor of an inverting transistor pair and a respective one of a high-voltage rail and a low-voltage rail claim 2 , the delay transistor being controlled by the comparison signal ...

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Номер записи: 99
12-03-2020 дата публикации

ADAPTIVE HEADLAMP SYSTEM FOR VEHICLES

Номер: US20200079278A1
Автор: BHARDWAJ Jyoti Kiron, BONNE Ronald
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A vehicle headlamp system includes a vehicle supported power and control system including a data bus. A sensor module can be connected to the data bus to provide information related to environmental conditions or information relating to presence and position of other vehicles and pedestrians. A separate headlamp controller can be connected to the vehicle supported power and control system and the sensor module through the bus. The headlamp controller can include an image frame buffer that can refresh held images at greater than 30 Hz speed. An active LED pixel array can be connected to the headlamp controller to project light according to a pattern and intensity defined by the image held in the image frame buffer and a standby image buffer can be connected to the image frame buffer to hold a default image. 1. A vehicle headlamp system , comprising:a vehicle supported power and control system including a data bus;a sensor module connected to the data bus;a separate headlamp controller connected to the vehicle supported power and control system and the sensor module through the bus, the headlamp controller having an image frame buffer that can refresh held images at greater than 30 Hz speed;an active LED pixel array connected to the headlamp controller to project light according to a pattern and intensity defined by images held in the image frame buffer; anda standby image buffer connected to the image frame buffer to hold a default image.2. The vehicle headlamp system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle supported power and control system provides image data to the headlamp controller.3. The vehicle headlamp system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module can be used to identify oncoming vehicles and select an image to be sent the headlamp controller.4. The vehicle headlamp system of claim 1 , wherein the LED pixel array can be directed to reduce light emitted toward an oncoming vehicle.5. The vehicle headlamp system of claim 1 , wherein each pixel in the LED pixel array ...

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