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02-05-2013 дата публикации

RAIL VEHICLE EMERGENCY LIGHTING

Номер: US20130106285A1
Автор: Ambroz Anton, Ulreich Klaus
Принадлежит:

A rail vehicle emergency lighting system for a rail vehicle includes a main lighting system with light emitting diodes. When a main lighting power supply is active, the light emitting diodes of the main lighting system are lit with a main lighting intensity. When the main lighting power supply fails, the light emitting diodes of the main lighting system are lit with an emergency lighting intensity. The emergency lighting intensity is reduced compared to the main lighting intensity. 15.-. (canceled)6. A rail vehicle emergency lighting system for a rail vehicle , comprising: when a main lighting power supply is active, the light emitting diodes of the main lighting system are lit with a main lighting intensity and,', 'when the main lighting power supply fails, the light emitting diodes of the main lighting system are lit with an emergency lighting intensity., 'a main lighting system comprising light emitting diodes, wherein,'}7. The rail vehicle emergency lighting system as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the emergency lighting intensity is reduced compared to the main lighting intensity.8. The rail vehicle emergency lighting as claimed in claim 6 , further comprising:a ballast which supplies an operating voltage for operating the light emitting diodes and controls the intensity of the light emitting diodes between the main lighting intensity and the emergency lighting intensity depending on whether the main lighting power supply is active.9. The rail vehicle emergency lighting as claimed in claim 8 , wherein energy for operating the light emitting diodes is drawn from an emergency lighting power supply during both main lighting mode and emergency lighting mode.10. The rail vehicle emergency lighting as claimed in claim 6 , wherein a transition between the main lighting intensity and the emergency lighting intensity is stepless.11. The rail vehicle emergency lighting as claimed in claim 6 , wherein a transition between the main lighting intensity and the emergency ...

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Номер записи: 1
02-05-2013 дата публикации

INTERIOR ILLUMINATION LAMP FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130107562A1
Автор: Ochiai Ryohei, Suzuki Ken
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

There is provided an interior illumination lamp for a vehicle. In the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle including a lamp unit having a light source, which is a functional part, and a lens provided inside a vehicle room, which is a decorative part, the lens is engaged with the lamp unit through an inner peripheral edge of an opening in a roof trim, thereby to clamp the roof trim between them and to attach the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle in a state where the roof trim is clamped. The lamp unit is provided with a plurality of positioning projections at a position where the lamp unit is contacted with the roof trim. 1. An interior illumination lamp for a vehicle comprising a lamp unit having a light source , which is a functional part , and a lens provided inside a vehicle room , which is a decorative part , wherein the lens is engaged with the lamp unit through an inner peripheral edge of an opening in a roof trim , thereby to clamp the roof trim and to attach the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle in a state where the roof trim is clamped ,wherein the lamp unit is provided with a plurality of positioning projections at a position where the lamp unit is contacted with the roof trim.2. An interior illumination lamp for a vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a plurality of the positioning projections are provided at an equal interval. The present invention relates to an interior illumination lamp for a vehicle, and more particularly, to a structure for preventing looseness of the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle with respect to a roof trim.As an interior illumination lamp for a vehicle to be attached to a roof trim of a ceiling in a vehicle room, the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle as disclosed in JP-A-2007-203911 has been known.Japanese Patent Publication No. JP-A-2007-203911 is discussed below.An object of the interior illumination lamp for a vehicle disclosed in JP-A-2007-203911 is to enhance its assembling workability and ...

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Номер записи: 2
06-06-2013 дата публикации

LOW GLARE LIGHTING FOR A TRANSIT VEHICLE

Номер: US20130141925A1
Автор: Ying Jeffrey
Принадлежит: I/O CONTROLS CORPORATION

A low glare overhead lighting fixture for a transit vehicle comprises a lighting fixture base assembly for mounting one or more light sources (e.g., LEDs or fluorescent tubes), and a light permeable cover adapted to reduce glare. The light permeable cover may include a light guide embodied as a grid-like structure with holes or perforations for directing the light from the light source in a manner reducing light spread. The light guide may be disposed between a front and rear lens covers. The lighting fixture may also utilize a light permeable cover having an anti-glare surface element, such as a privacy filter screen or mesh which may be formed using microlouver technology. The lighting fixture base assembly may have separate compartments, each lined with a highly reflective coating, housing one or more deeply set LEDs. 1a lighting fixture base for overhead mounting in a conveyance;one or more light sources mounted in the lighting fixture base for illuminating the interior of the conveyance; anda light permeable front cover attached to the lighting fixture base, said light permeable front cover comprising a lens cover and a light guide for reducing light spread from the one or more light sources.. A lighting fixture for a transit vehicle, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/409,304, filed Mar. 23, 2009, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/039,097, filed on Mar. 24, 2008, hereby incorporated by reference as if set forth fully herein.1) Field of the InventionThe field of the present invention generally relates to lighting systems and, more particularly, to lighting systems used in transit vehicles or conveyances such as buses, lightrail cars, and the like.2) BackgroundTransit vehicles and similar conveyances typically rely on fluorescent lighting to provide illumination, in part because of the historical efficiency of such lighting as compared to, e.g., incandescent lighting. Fluorescent ...

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Номер записи: 3
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Color light guide applying lamp for vehicle

Номер: US20130148371A1
Автор: Min Suk Kim
Принадлежит: SL Corp

Disclosed is a vehicle lamp which irradiates a desired color by mixing colors of light by using a colored light source or a light guide including a color layer or the like. A color light guide applying lamp for vehicle includes a light source which irradiates light of a first color, a light guide, at least one portion of which exhibits a second color, wherein after passing through the light guide, the light of the first color exhibits a third color by mixing the first color and the second color.

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Номер записи: 4
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Illuminated interior equipment component for a vehicle

Номер: US20130148373A1
Автор: Bernhard Bayersdorfer, Daniel Förster, Heinz Husseck
Принадлежит: Lisa Draexlmaier GmbH

The invention relates to an interior equipment component for a vehicle, comprising a light emission element for emitting light and a strip-shaped light guide element. The light guide element has here a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface is one of the two largest surfaces of the light guide element, and the second surface is a surface which deviates therefrom, and the first surface comprises an input face. In addition, the light guide element and the light emission element are arranged and configured in such a way that light from the light emission element can be input into the light guide element via the input face and can be output via the second surface.

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Номер записи: 5
20-06-2013 дата публикации

LED ILLUMINATOR IN HOOD OF VEHICLE

Номер: US20130155709A1
Автор: An Byeong Gil, Kim Young Pil
Принадлежит: SEOUL SEMICONDUCTOR CO., LTD.

Herein, there is disclosed an LED illuminator installed to illuminate an inner space of a hood of a vehicle when the hood is open. The LED illuminator comprises a protection frame positioned in an inner space of the hood; and an LED module having a light emitting portion, wherein the light emitting portion is installed to be concealed into and exposed to the outside of the protection frame. 1. A light emitting diode (LED) illuminator configured to illuminate an inner space of a hood of a vehicle when the hood is open , the LED illuminator comprising:a protection frame configured to be arranged in an area enclosed by the hood; andan LED module movably connected to the protection frame, the LED module comprising a light emitting portion,wherein the light emitting portion is configured to be concealed into the protection frame in a first position and exposed to the outside of the protection frame in a second position.2. The LED illuminator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the LED module is rotatably connected to the protection frame through a hinge claim 1 , the LED module is configured to be rotated about the hinge claim 1 , and the light emitting portion is concealed in the protection frame or exposed to the outside of the protection frame according to the rotation of the LED module.3. The LED illuminator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a coolant line is arranged in the area enclosed by the hood claim 1 , and the LED module is arranged adjacent to the coolant line.4. The LED illuminator as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a coolant line is arranged in the area enclosed by the hood claim 2 , and the LED module is arranged adjacent to the coolant line.5. The LED illuminator as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the light emitting portion is configured to be rotated to be accommodated in the protection frame when the hood is closed.6. The LED illuminator as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the LED module further comprises a light non-emitting portion claim 5 , and the light emitting ...

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Номер записи: 6
27-06-2013 дата публикации

LED LIGHT- EMITTING DEVICE AND INDICATOR PROVIDED WITH THE LED LIGHT EMITTING DEVICE

Номер: US20130162140A1
Автор: Kasaukura Akeo, SHAMOTO Takeshi, TAKEDA Toru
Принадлежит: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

A first LED emits visible light of an emission color such that with respect to a CIE(1976)L*u*v* color space chromaticity diagram, the chromaticity is exterior to a prescribed white light region wherein the absolute value of a deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is at most 0.02 and the color temperature is within a range of from 2,500K to 10,000K, and the deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is larger than 0.02, and a second LED emits visible light of an emission color such that with respect to the above chromaticity diagram, the chromaticity is exterior to the prescribed white light region, and the deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is smaller than −0.02. 1. An LED light emitting device which radiates a combined light obtained by combining visible light emitted from first LED and visible light emitted from second LED and which comprises a drive controller unit that respectively controls a first drive current to be supplied to the first LED and a second drive current to be supplied to the second LED , whereinthe first LED emits visible light of an emission color such that with respect to a CIE (1976) L*u*v* color space chromaticity diagram, the chromaticity is exterior to a prescribed white light region wherein the absolute value of a deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is at most 0.02 and the color temperature is within a range of from 2,500 K to 10,000 K, and the deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is larger than 0.02, andthe second LED emits visible light of an emission color such that with respect to the CIE (1976) L*u*v* color space chromaticity diagram, the chromaticity is exterior to the prescribed white light region, and the deviation duv from the blackbody radiation locus is smaller than −0.02.2. The LED light emitting device according to claim 1 , wherein the drive controller unit controls the first and second drive currents so that the chromaticity of the combined light moves on a line that ...

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Номер записи: 7
15-08-2013 дата публикации

PSU POD ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR USING SAME

Номер: US20130208490A1
Автор: SAVIAN Scott
Принадлежит: C&D ZODIAC, INC.

A PSU pod assembly that is configured to be positioned in the interior of an aircraft. The PSU pod assembly includes a PSU pod that includes a housing that includes a top, a bottom and first, second, third and fourth sides that cooperate to define a pod interior and a panel positioned above and connected to the PSU pod. The PSU pod includes at least first and second reading lights positioned within the pod interior that are configured to shine light below the housing and cabin lights positioned on or in the housing that are configured to shine light above the housing. The panel includes connectors that are configured to secure the PSU pod assembly to a component within the aircraft. 1. A PSU pod assembly configured to be positioned in the interior of an aircraft , the pod assembly comprising: a housing that includes a top, a bottom and first, second, third and fourth sides that cooperate to define a pod interior,', 'at least first and second reading lights positioned within the pod interior and configured to shine hat below the housing, and', 'cabin lights positioned on or in the housing and configured to shine light above the housing,, 'a PSU pod that includes'}a panel positioned above and connected to the PSU pod, wherein the panel includes connectors that are configured to secure the PSU pod assembly to a component within the aircraft,2. The PSU pod assembly of further comprising a lens assembly positioned adjacent the cabin lights.3. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing includes at least one vent opening defined therein.4. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing includes at least first and second reading light openings defined claim 3 , therein claim 3 , and wherein the first and second claim 3 , reading lights are aligned with and configured to shine light through the first and second reading light openings claim 3 , respectively.5. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing is spaced from the panel claim 2 , a d wherein the cabin lighting is ...

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Номер записи: 8
15-08-2013 дата публикации

VEHICLE VANITY AND LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130208492A1
Автор: Li Chi, Stakoe John Andrew
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicle sun visor is provided that includes a visor body having a first side and a second side, and a vanity and lighting assembly located on the visor body. The assembly includes a lighting device located on the visor body. The lighting device is configured to provide a vanity light for a vanity mirror and is further configured to provide a dome light. 1. A vehicle vanity and lighting assembly comprising:a body having a first side and a second side;a vanity mirror located on the first side of the body; anda lighting device assembly located on the body and configured to provide a vanity light and further configured to provide a dome light.2. The assembly as defined in claim 1 , wherein the vanity light is provided on the first side of the body and the dome light is provided on the second side of the body which is opposite the first side of the body.3. The assembly as defined in claim 1 , wherein the assembly pivots between a stowed position adjacent to a roof of the vehicle and a downward use position.4. The assembly as defined in claim 1 , wherein the assembly is mounted to a vehicle headliner.5. The assembly as defined in claim 4 , wherein the assembly rotates between an upward position within a recessed area of the headliner and a downward position.6. The assembly as defined in claim 1 , wherein the second side of the body is opposite the first side of the body.7. The assembly as defined in further comprising a light reflective surface for reflecting light for the dome light.8. The assembly as defined in further comprising a vanity lid having the light reflective surface on one side for reflecting light for the dome light when the vanity lid covers the mirror.9. A vehicle vanity and lighting assembly comprising:a body having first and second sides;a vanity mirror comprising a vanity lid and mirror located on the first side; anda lighting device assembly configured to provide a vanity light on the first side and a dome light on the second side, wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 9
22-08-2013 дата публикации

INDICATOR FOR VEHICLE TRANSMISSION SHIFT OPERATING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE TRANSMISSION SHIFT OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20130215595A1
Автор: Hamaka Koichiro, Kusayama Takumi, Ueta Mizuho, Ujimoto Takushi
Принадлежит: DELTA KOGYO CO., LTD.

The indicator comprises: a light-emitting member capable of emitting light, wherein the light-emitting member has a segment with a shape corresponding to an outline of a gate groove; a face panel disposed in opposed relation to the light-emitting member, and adapted, during the light-emitting of the light-emitting member, to allow light having the shape corresponding to the outline of the gate groove to be transmitted therethrough; and a cover member disposed just above the face panel, and formed with an opening which surrounds a position where the light transmitted through the face panel appears on an outer surface of the face panel. 1. An indicator for a vehicle transmission shift operating device comprising a gate member formed with a gate groove which allows an operating lever shaft to pass therethrough , the indicator comprising:a light-emitting member capable of emitting light, the light-emitting member having a segment with a shape corresponding to an outline of the gate groove; anda face panel disposed in opposed relation to the light-emitting member, and adapted, during light-emitting of the light-emitting member, to allow light having a shape corresponding to the outline of the gate groove to be transmitted therethrough.2. The indicator as defined in claim 1 , wherein: the light-emitting member is disposed just above the gate member; andthe face panel is disposed just above the light-emitting member to cover the light-emitting member, the face panel being formed with a through-hole which allows the operating lever shaft to pass therethrough, so that it is movable together with the operating lever shaft, andwherein the indicator further comprises a cover member disposed just above the face panel and formed with an opening which surrounds a position where the light transmitted through the face panel appears on an outer surface of the face panel.3. The indicator as defined in claim 1 , wherein the light-emitting member is adapted to be controlled in ...

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Номер записи: 10
19-09-2013 дата публикации

LIGHTING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130242581A1
Автор: Fukui Ryuuji, Sugioka Takahiro, Tahara Hiroyasu, Ukai Yasuhiro
Принадлежит:

A lighting device for a vehicle is provided to a vehicular door trim to illuminate a handle housing portion in which an inside handle is housed. The lighting device includes a light exit member, a light exit member mount member provided on an upper side of the inside handle and on which the light exit member is arranged, and a light transmission portion provided to the light exit member mount member and through which light from the light exit member is directed to the handle housing portion. The light exit member is arranged on a vehicular compartment inner side than the light transmission portion. 1. A lighting device for a vehicle provided to a vehicular door trim to illuminate a handle housing portion in which an inside handle is housed , the lighting device comprising:a light exit member;a light exit member mount member provided on an upper side of the inside handle and on which the light exit member is arranged; anda light transmission portion provided to the light exit member mount member and through which light from the light exit member is directed to the handle housing portion, whereinthe light exit member is arranged on a vehicular compartment inner side than the light transmission portion.2. The lighting device according to claim 1 , whereinthe light exit member is arranged so as not to be shifted from the inside handle in a vehicular compartment inner-outer direction or so as to be on the vehicular compartment inner side than the inside handle.3. The lighting device according to claim 1 , whereinthe light exit member mount member is a decoration panel that is mounted to an upper portion of an inside handle bezel configuring a part of the handle housing portion,the decoration panel includes a projected wall portion that is projected toward the compartment inner side than an upper wall portion of the inside handle bezel,the light exit member is arranged on a surface of the projected wall portion that faces a vehicular compartment outer side, andthe light ...

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Номер записи: 11
26-09-2013 дата публикации

VEHICLE ILLUMINATED LOADING FLOOR AND PROFILED ELEMENT FOR A LOADING FLOOR

Номер: US20130250594A1
Автор: Baldsiefen Lothar, Huth Rene A., Valter Dino
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A loading floor for a vehicle including a plurality of elongate profiled elements in a longitudinal direction, arranged adjacent to one another and connected together, wherein the loading floor has at least one through-channel in the longitudinal direction and at least one lamp for illuminating an interior of the vehicle, wherein at least one supply line is guided in the channel for supplying power to the lamp. A profiled element for such a loading floor is also provided. 1. A loading floor for a vehicle , comprising:a plurality of elongate profiled elements in a longitudinal direction arranged adjacent to one another and connected together;at least one through-channel in the longitudinal direction;at least one lamp for illuminating an interior of the vehicle; andat least one supply line guided in the channel for supplying power to the lamp.2. The loading floor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one through-channel in the longitudinal direction is formed between an upper structure claim 1 , a lower structure and/or at least one strut connecting the upper and lower structures of a profiled element.3. The loading floor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the supply line is connected in an end region of the channel to an on-board electrical power supply of the vehicle.4. The loading floor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the loading floor comprises a plurality of lamps which have at least one of different colors claim 1 , degrees of brightness and opening angles.5. The loading floor as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the plurality of lamps are connected to different supply lines depending on at least one of color claim 4 , brightness and opening angle claim 4 , said supply lines being able to be connected independently of one another to an on-board electrical power supply of the vehicle.6. The loading floor as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the loading floor comprises a plurality of lamps which have different colors claim 1 , degrees of brightness and opening angles.7. ...

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Номер записи: 12
03-10-2013 дата публикации

VEHICULAR CEILING ASSEMBLY AND VEHICULAR ROOF ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130257109A1
Автор: HAMADA Hideaki, HORIKAWA Haruo
Принадлежит: TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A vehicular ceiling assembly includes a ceiling board, a functional component, a bracket including a mount and a shock absorber. The bracket is mounted to an upper surface of the ceiling board to fix the functional component to the ceiling board. The bracket is arranged such that the mount is positioned above the functional component in a vehicle height direction and the shock absorber is in contact with a lower surface of a roof of the vehicle. 1. A vehicular ceiling assembly comprising:a ceiling board;a functional component;a bracket including a mount and a shock absorber, the bracket being mounted to an upper surface of the ceiling board to fix the functional component to the ceiling board and being arranged such that the mount is positioned above the functional component in a vehicle height direction and the shock absorber is in contact with a lower surface of a roof of the vehicle.2. The vehicular ceiling assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe mount has a main surface on which the shock absorber is mounted, andthe bracket is arranged such that the main surface faces and extends parallel with the lower surface of the roof.3. The vehicular ceiling assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the shock absorber has a first surface parallel with the main surface of the mount and a second surface parallel with the lower surface of the roof.4. The vehicular ceiling assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe bracket further includes a base plate and a plurality of pillars, the base plate being arranged along an upper surface of the ceiling board, the pillars each rising upward from the base plate to an edge of the mount, andthe pillars are arranged at equal intervals such that the pillars adjacent to each other have a space therebetween.5. The vehicular ceiling assembly according to claim 4 , whereinthe base plate of the bracket includes a mounting hole at a position corresponding to the mount, the mounting hole having a rectangular shape,the pillars are arranged at ...

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Номер записи: 13
24-10-2013 дата публикации

INTERIOR COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

Номер: US20130279188A1
Автор: Entenmann Volker, Herder Stefan, Reisinger Joerg
Принадлежит: DAIMLER AG

A motor vehicle interior component with a multilayer design, with at least one inhomogeneously structured decorative layer (), which has a plurality of regions () of different transparencies. The decorative layer () is a side of the interior component that is facing an observer and includes at least one region () for the display of an image. A light source () is provided on the side of the decorative layer () facing away from the observer. The decorative layer () has a masking layer () on the side of the light source, with masking sections () of different transparencies. Masking sections of lower transparency () are arranged on regions of higher transparency () and masking sections of higher transparency () and arranged on regions of lower transparency () of the decorative layer (). A method for the production of such an interior component is disclosed. 112.-. (canceled)13. A motor vehicle interior component with a multilayer design , which comprises{'b': 1', '11', '12', '1', '2, 'at least one inhomogeneously structured decorative layer (), which has a plurality of regions (, ) of different transparencies, wherein the decorative layer () is an interior component surface that is facing towards an observer and comprises at least one region () for the display of an image, and'}{'b': 4', '2', '1, 'a light source () provided at least in the region () of the image display on the side of the decorative layer () that is facing away from the observer,'}{'b': 1', '3', '2', '31', '32', '31', '11', '1', '32', '12', '1, 'wherein the decorative layer () has a masking layer () on the side of the light source at least in the region () of the image display, which consists of masking sections (, ) of different transparencies, wherein masking sections of lower transparency () lie on regions of higher transparency () of the decorative layer () and masking sections of higher transparency () lie on regions of lower transparency () of the decorative layer (), and'}{'b': 1', '1, 'wherein ...

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Номер записи: 14
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Fixing structure of indoor lamp

Номер: US20130279189A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Suzuki, Shinji Yamada
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corp

A fixing structure of an indoor lamp includes a lamp unit and an interior wall member. The lamp unit includes a design part arranged at an indoor side of the interior wall member and a functional part arranged at an outdoor side of the interior wall member and assembled with the design part through a lamp attachment hole in a state that the functional part holds the interior wall member therebetween. The functional part has a connector portion for connecting a connector. The design part has a regulating portion which forms a connector insertion portion together with the connector portion when the design part is assembled with the functional part. The regulating portion engages with the connector inserted into the connector insertion portion to regulate displacement of the design part in a disengagement direction from the functional part.

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Номер записи: 15
31-10-2013 дата публикации

PASSENGER SEAT

Номер: US20130285422A1
Автор: Gall Peter, Tscherwitschke Timo
Принадлежит: RECARO AIRCRAFT SEATING GMBH & CO. KG

A passenger seat includes a first seat element and at least one second seat chamber element that are movable relative to each other, and which can be stood on a base of a transport means and has at least one optical transmission unit having a light input element, at least one light output element and at least one light guide path that runs from the light input element to the light output element and along which light is conducted. The optical transmission unit is provided for contact-free transmission of light in at least one operating state at at least one location of the light guide path that differs from a location of a light input into the light input element and from a location of light output from the light output element. 1. A passenger seat which has a first seat element and at least a second seat element which are movable relative to one another , and which passenger seat can be stood on a floor of a means of transportation , and has at least one optical transmission unit having a light input element , at least one light output element and at least one light guide path which runs from the light input element to the light output element and along which light is guided , wherein the optical transmission unit is provided for transmitting light in a contactless fashion in at least one operating state , at at least one location of the light guide path which differs from a location of a light input into the light input element and from a location of a light output from the light output element.2. The passenger seat as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe optical transmission unit has a light emission unit which is arranged at the first seat element, and a light-collecting unit which is arranged at the second seat element which is movable relative to the first seat element.3. The passenger seat as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe contactless transmission of the light from the first seat element to the second seat element which is different therefrom and is movable ...

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Номер записи: 16
31-10-2013 дата публикации

WIRE HARNESS ASSEMBLY AND LIGHTING UNIT

Номер: US20130285549A1
Автор: Aoki Yoshihito
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

Provided is a wire harness assembly configured to be lightweight while reducing burden on a first control means, and a lighting unit comprising the wire harness assembly. A wire harness assembly for connecting a plurality of lighting loads to a control unit that outputs a control signal for controlling the plurality of lighting loads independently is provided with: a first wire harness connected to the control unit and including a power-supply line, a ground line, and a signal line for multiplex transmission of the control signal output from the control unit to each of the lighting loads; a second wire harness including a first electric line commonly connected to one ends of the plurality of lighting loads, and a plurality of second electric lines connected to the other ends of the plurality of lighting loads individually; and a relay connector connecting the first wire harness to the second wire harness. 1. A wire harness assembly for connecting a plurality of lighting loads arranged in various parts of a vehicle to a first control device that outputs a control signal for controlling the plurality of lighting loads independently , said wire harness assembly comprising:a first wire harness connected to the first control device and including a power-supply line, a ground line, and a signal line for multiplex transmission of the control signal outputted from the first control device to each of the lighting loads;a second wire harness including a first electric line commonly connected to one ends of the plurality of lighting loads, and a plurality of second electric lines connected to the other ends of the plurality of lighting loads respectively; anda relay connector connecting the first wire harness to the second wire harness, and including a second control device for controlling power supply to each of the lighting loads in accordance with the control signal transmitted from the first control device.2. The wire harness assembly as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 17
14-11-2013 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE WITH A HEADLINER

Номер: US20130301286A1
Автор: MOUSSA Ahmed
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A motor vehicle with a headliner and one or more lighting devices extending on or adjacent to the headliner over at least a portion of the length or width of the headliner. The lighting device emits its light such that at least the headliner area can at least be partially illuminated. 1. A motor vehicle , comprisinga headliner, andat least one lighting device arranged on or adjacent to the headliner andextending over at least part of a length or a width of the headliner and emitting light so as to illuminate at least a partial area of the headliner.2. The motor vehicle of claim 1 , comprisingtwo lighting devices arranged in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle or in a transverse direction of the vehicle on two opposing sides of the headliner.3. The motor vehicle of claim 2 , wherein each of the lighting devices comprises a light guide configured to radiate light laterally.4. The motor vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising an elongated mounting strip arranged on a backside of the headliner and having with at least one support supporting the lighting device.5. The motor vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the lighting device comprises a light guide.6. The motor vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the at least one support is a retaining strip which engages from a front side of the headliner in the mounting strip claim 4 , with the lighting device being inserted in the retaining strip.7. The motor vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the retaining strip and the mounting strip are interlocked and receive the headliner between each other.8. The motor vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the headliner has a longitudinal slot and the retaining strip passes through the longitudinal slot.9. The motor vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a shield wherein the lighting device is hidden from view behind the shield.10. The motor vehicle of claim 8 , wherein the shield is formed by a web of a retaining strip which extends over the lighting device claim 8 , and the lighting device is arranged behind the ...

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Номер записи: 18
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Color-adjustable rgb-ambient lighting for a cup-holder arrangement

Номер: US20130342104A1
Автор: Marcus Pfeil, Michael Mayer
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A cup-holder arrangement for a vehicle includes a cup-holder, a lighting unit; and a control unit for controlling a color gradient of the lighting unit as a function of a temperature setting of the cup-holder or of a temperature in or on the cup-holder.

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Номер записи: 19
26-12-2013 дата публикации

PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING OF MOVING VEHICLE OPERATORS

Номер: US20130345921A1
Автор: Al-Ali Ammar, Diab Mohamed K., Kiani Massi Joe E., Marinow Nikolai
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to determining an physical state of a moving vehicle operator. In an embodiment, if it is determined that a vehicle operator is impaired, the vehicle is programed to automatically and safely stop a vehicle before an accident occurs. In an embodiment physiological sensors in the seat, steering wheel, or wireless sensors placed on the vehicle operator's body are used to determine an impairment state of a vehicle operator. 1. A vehicle operator physiological monitoring system comprising:a physiological monitor configured to measure a physiological state of a vehicle operator;a processor in communication with the physiological monitor that determines if the operator is impaired and automatically takes control of the vehicle to prevent an accident.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physiological sensor is located in an operator's seat.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physiological sensor is located in a steering wheel.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physiological sensor is located in a hat worn by the operator.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physiological sensor is located a glove worn by the operator.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physiological sensor is located in a Bluetooth device worn by the operator.7. A system configured to monitor a physiological state of a vehicle operator claim 1 , the system comprising:a vehicle operator seat;at least one light emitter; andat least one light detector, wherein the at least one light emitter and the at least one light detector are housed and form part of the vehicle operator seat.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the at least one light emitter is configured to be shine light into the leg or buttocks of a vehicle operator;9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the at least one light emitter and the at leaste one light detector are placed below at least a first layer of fabric of the vehicle operator seat.10. A method of determining a physiological state of a vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 20
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Method for Detecting an Actuating Motion for an Actuator of a Motor Vehicle Equipment Element and Actuator of a Motor Vehicle Equipment Element

Номер: US20140005895A1
Автор: Entenmann Volker, Zhang-xu Tingting
Принадлежит: DAIMLER AG

A method for detecting motion for sensor-controlled activation of an operating device involves detecting a direction of the operating motion within the overlapping detection areas as a valid motion direction for actuating the vehicle equipment item. A motion through the detection areas of two sensors is detected and a total duration of the motion through the detection areas is determined. An overlap duration of the motion in an overlapping area of the overlapping detection areas is determined. A quotient from the overlap duration and the total duration is calculated and compared with a predetermined threshold separating a valid area from an invalid area. The motion is recognized as an operating motion having a valid motion direction if the quotient is in the valid area. 110-. (canceled)11. A method for detecting operating motion for sensor-controlled activation of a vehicle equipment item by an operating device comprising at least two capacitive sensors having overlapping detection areas , wherein the method comprises:determining, based on a direction of the operating motion within the overlapping detection areas, that the operating motion is in a valid motion direction;detecting a motion through detection areas of the at least two capacitive sensors;determining a total duration of the motion through the detection areas of the at least two capacitive sensors;detecting an overlap duration of the motion in an overlapping area of the overlapping detection areas;calculating a quotient from the overlap duration and the total duration;comparing the quotient with a predetermined threshold separating a valid area from an invalid area; anddetermining that the motion is an operating motion with a valid motion direction if the quotient is in the valid area.12. A method according to claim 11 , wherein the predetermined threshold is determined by a ratio of a segment of distance through the overlapping area to a total distance length through the detection areas aligned with the ...

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Номер записи: 21
09-01-2014 дата публикации

PSU POD ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR USING SAME

Номер: US20140009950A1
Автор: SAVIAN Scott
Принадлежит: C&D ZODIAC, INC.

A PSU pod assembly that is configured to be positioned in the interior of an aircraft. The PSU pod assembly includes a PSU pod that includes a housing that includes a top, a bottom and first, second, third and fourth sides that cooperate to define a pod interior and a panel positioned above and connected to the PSU pod. The PSU pod includes at least first and second reading lights positioned within the pod interior that are configured to shine light below the housing and cabin lights positioned on or in the housing that are configured to shine light above the housing. The panel includes connectors that are configured to secure the PSU pod assembly to a component within the aircraft. 1. A PSU pod assembly configured to be positioned in the interior of an aircraft , the PSU pod assembly comprising: a housing that includes a top, a bottom and first, second, third and fourth sides that cooperate to define a pod interior,', 'at least first and second reading lights positioned within the pod interior and configured to shine light below the housing, and', 'cabin lights positioned on or in the housing and configured to shine light above the housing,, 'a PSU pod that includes'}a panel positioned above and connected to the PSU pod, wherein the panel includes connectors that are configured to secure the PSU pod assembly to a component within the aircraft.2. The PSU pod assembly of further comprising a lens assembly positioned adjacent the cabin lights.3. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing includes at least one vent opening defined therein.4. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing includes at least first and second reading light openings defined therein claim 3 , and wherein the first and second reading lights are aligned with and configured to shine light through the first and second reading light openings claim 3 , respectively.5. The PSU pod assembly of wherein the housing is spaced from the panel claim 2 , and wherein the cabin lighting is positioned between ...

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Номер записи: 22
09-01-2014 дата публикации

INDOOR LIGHTING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20140009954A1
Автор: MOCHIZUKI Shinji
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

A bus bar includes switch connecting terminals connected to a switch, roof harness connecting terminals connected to a roof harness and pressure contact terminal parts which connect an electric wire under a pressure contact. The switch connecting terminals are arranged so as to protrude to a frontage for a switch of a housing. The pressure contact terminal parts are arranged so as to protrude to an electric wire holder attaching part. A clamp member is provided in the housing. A part of the clamp member is cut out to form an electric wire attaching opening through which the electric wire passes. An electric wire holder attaching part and the electric wire attaching opening are arranged so as not to correspond to a wiring direction of the electric wire. The electric wire is allowed to pass through an inside of the clamp member so as to be clamped. 1. An indoor lighting device for a vehicle in which an LED unit to which an LED is attached is attached to a housing and a bus bar holder to which a bus bar is fixed for electrically connecting the LED to a roof harness is attached to the housing to turn on the LED and light an interior of the vehicle ,wherein the bus bar includes switch connecting terminals provided in one end side which are electrically connected to a switch, roof harness connecting terminals electrically connected to the roof harness wired in the ceiling of the interior of the vehicle to receive a supply of power and pressure contact terminal parts provided in an intermediate part of the switch connecting terminals and the roof harness connecting terminals to connect an electric wire under a pressure contact,the switch connecting terminals of the bus bar are arranged so as to protrude to a frontage for switch of the housing,the pressure contact terminal parts of the bus bar are arranged so as to protrude to an electric wire holder attaching part of the housing, a clamp member is provided in the housing,a part of the clamp member is cut out to form an ...

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Номер записи: 23
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Interior illuminating apparatus for vehicle

Номер: US20140016339A1
Автор: Shinji Mochizuki
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corp

In the case of storing a bus bar in a housing, terminals for switch connection of the bus bar are arranged so as to be exposed to a port for switch of the housing, and terminals for roof harness connection of the bus bar are arranged so as to be exposed to a connector port for roof W/H connection of the housing, and crimp terminal parts of the bus bar are arranged so as to be exposed to the inside of an electric wire holder port of the housing, and engaging protrusions formed on a bus bar holder are engaged and fixed to engaging recesses formed in the housing.

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Номер записи: 24
16-01-2014 дата публикации

TURN LAMP FOR DOOR MIRROR

Номер: US20140016341A1
Автор: Kawaji Yasushi, Suzuki Akifumi
Принадлежит: MITSUBA CORPORATION

A turn lamp to be mounted on a door mirror of a vehicle, the turn lamp includes a housing; a light source; and a substrate having a feeder circuit for the light source, wherein: the substrate is placed in the housing such that a plane direction of the substrate faces a horizontal direction when the door mirror is mounted to a vehicle body, and the light source is placed on the substrate such that an irradiation direction of the light source is parallel to the plane direction of the substrate. 1. A turn lamp to be mounted on a door mirror of a vehicle , the turn lamp comprising:a housing;a light source; and the substrate is placed in the housing such that a plane direction of the substrate faces a horizontal direction when the door mirror is mounted to a vehicle body, and', 'the light source is placed on the substrate such that an irradiation direction of the light source is parallel to the plane direction of the substrate., 'a substrate having a feeder circuit for the light source, Wherein2. The turn lamp according to claim 1 , wherein the light source includes a regulation light source and a decorative light source that are placed on the same substrate.3. The turn lamp according to claim 1 , wherein the housing includes:an outer lens;a base housing integrated with the outer lens that covers an outer side of the base housing;a light guide for radiating light emitted from the light source; and the inner housing is provided with a light guide fit part to be fitted with the light guide,', 'one end side of the light guide fit part is notched, and', 'a light source placement part of the substrate is built in the notch part in a positioned manner., 'an inner housing placed between the base housing and the outer lens, wherein4. The turn lamp according to claim 1 , wherein the housing includes:an outer lens;a base housing integrated with the outer lens that covers an outer side of the base housing; and the inner housing is provided with a notch part,', 'a light source ...

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Номер записи: 25
23-01-2014 дата публикации

ILLUMINATION APPARATUS FOR VEHICLES

Номер: US20140022811A1
Автор: Cucci Brenda, Kilgore Adam S., Wheeler David, Zalan Daryl
Принадлежит:

Aspects of the disclosure provide a door handle assembly used in a vehicle door having an illumination module and illumination source that directs light in a first direction and a second direction using a pair of light pipes. The door handle from the door handle assembly includes a first illumination aperture oriented in the first direction and a second illumination aperture oriented in the second direction. As the illumination source generates light, the first light pipe receives a first portion of light and directs it toward a first illumination surface and the first illumination aperture in the first direction. By molding the second light pipe around the first light pipe, remaining light is captured from the illumination source as a second portion of light. The second portion of light reflects along the interior surfaces of the second light pipe towards the second illumination surface oriented in the second direction. 1. A door handle assembly used in a vehicle handle , comprising:a door handle having a handle grip pocket and a first illumination aperture oriented in a first direction and a second illumination aperture oriented in a second direction, different from the first direction; andan illumination module configured to fit inside the door handle having an illumination source and circuitry for generating light further including,a first light pipe that receives a first portion of light from the illumination source and directs the first portion of light towards a first illumination surface in the first direction and through the first illumination aperture, anda second light pipe molded around the first light pipe that receives a second portion of light from the illumination source and directs the second portion of light towards a second illumination surface in the second direction and through the second illumination aperture.2. The door handle assembly of wherein the handle grip pocket is formed between a first post portion and a second post portion extending ...

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Номер записи: 26
30-01-2014 дата публикации

Linear lighting device

Номер: US20140029292A1
Автор: Shinichi Ogawa, Tetsu Mizushiro, Yukihiko Umeda
Принадлежит: Toyoda Gosei Co Ltd

The present invention provides a linear lighting device which includes an elongated light guide, a light source disposed at an end in a longitudinal direction of the light guide, and a case accommodating the light guide and the light source. In the linear lighting device, the light guide has a plurality of grooves arranged in the longitudinal direction of the light guide, and has a stepped cutout at the other end on an opposite side from the end, and a protruding portion protruding into the cutout is formed on an inner surface of the case which faces the cutout.

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Номер записи: 27
27-02-2014 дата публикации

CONTROL NETWORK FOR LED-BASED LIGHTING SYSTEM IN A TRANSIT VEHICLE

Номер: US20140055030A1
Автор: Khor Chin Seong, Kuang Baixiong, Lin Jerry, Wang Yongchang
Принадлежит: I/O CONTROLS CORPORATION

A transit vehicle lighting system has a plurality of LED-based lighting fixtures for providing interior illumination. A control network comprises a plurality of slave nodes for controlling the LED-based lighting fixtures, and a master node for controlling the slave nodes. The master node may be connected to the slave nodes by a combined power/communication bus in a daisy chain fashion. The slave node may include a power regulator and a controller for providing a target current command to the power regulator, and may adjust the target current based upon temperature measurements or a recorded age of the LEDs. An optical sensor may provide automatic dimming. A reduced number of LEDs may be used in an emergency mode. The lighting fixture may include a ceiling panel fixture and a riser panel attachable by way of a hinge mechanism. 117.-. (canceled)18. A distributed control network for a transit vehicle lighting system , comprising:a plurality of LED-based lighting fixtures, each of said LED-based lighting fixtures comprising a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for illuminating an area of a transit vehicle;a plurality of slave nodes for controlling the LED-based lighting fixtures;a master node in communication with said slave nodes; anda digital communications bus for communicating among the master node and the slave nodes.19. The distributed control network of claim 18 , further comprising a power bus interconnecting said master node and slave nodes.20. The distributed control network of claim 19 , wherein said power bus is intergrated with the digital communications bus in a plurality of power/data cable segments claim 19 , and wherein said master node is communicatively coupled to said slave nodes by connecting said slave nodes in a daisy chain using with said power/data cable segments.2148.-. (canceled) This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/850,659, filed Sep. 5, 2007, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application ...

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Номер записи: 28
27-02-2014 дата публикации

CHARGING STATE DISPLAYING DEVICE

Номер: US20140055256A1
Автор: Yoshida Kosuke
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

A charging state displaying device includes a casing, a board, a plurality of light sources, and display units. The casing includes a light blocking part. The board is mounted on the light blocking part and is accommodated in the casing. The light sources are disposed on the board so as to be separated by the board. The display units have light-permeability and are provided at positions of the casing corresponding to the light sources respectively. The board is configured to prevent leakage and mixture of lights emitted from the light sources in a cooperation with the light blocking part. 1. A charging state displaying device comprising:a casing including a light blocking part;a board mounted on the light blocking part and accommodated in the casing;a plurality of light sources disposed on the board so as to be separated by the board; anddisplay units, having light-permeability, and provided at positions of the casing corresponding to the light sources respectively,wherein the board is configured to prevent leakage and mixture of lights emitted from the light sources in cooperation with the light blocking part.2. The charging state displaying device according to claim 1 ,wherein the light sources are respectively disposed on both opposite faces of the board.3. The charging state displaying device according to claim 1 ,wherein the light blocking part is a groove provided on an inner surface of the casing.4. The charging state displaying device according to claim 1 ,wherein two of the display units are lenses which are respectively provided at different surfaces of the casing. This application is a continuation of PCT application No. PCT/JP2012/064606, which was filed on May 31, 2012 based on Japanese Patent Application (No. 2011-122478) filed on May 31, 2011, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.1. Field of the InventionThe present invention is related to a charging state displaying device equipped with light sources each for notifying a ...

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Номер записи: 29
27-02-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING DRIVER SHIFT AIDS

Номер: US20140058654A1
Автор: Nievelstein Mark, Olsen Stephan, Ott Ethan A., Slaton Zachary
Принадлежит: PACCAR INC

Systems and methods for displaying a driver shift aid are disclosed. In one aspect, an electronic control unit causes a shift indicator to be presented if a need for a shift is detected and vehicle performance after the shift would not be unduly impacted. If the vehicle operator follows the guidance of the shift indicator, vehicle fuel efficiency may be improved while vehicle performance remains adequate. In one aspect, a different indicator may be displayed to prompt the vehicle operator to shift either one gear or two gears. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium having computer-executable instructions stored thereon that , in response to execution by one or more processors associated with a vehicle , cause the vehicle to present a shift indicator by:monitoring one or more vehicle performance characteristics;determining, based on the vehicle performance characteristics, that fuel consumption would be lowered by switching to a different transmission gear ratio of a manual transmission of the vehicle;determining, based on the vehicle performance characteristics, that minimum driveability would be maintained after switching to the different transmission gear ratio; andpresenting a shift indicator instructing an operator of the vehicle to switch to the different transmission gear ratio in response to determining that fuel consumption would be lowered and minimum driveability would be maintained.2. The computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is further caused to determine claim 1 , based on the vehicle performance characteristics claim 1 , that presentation of a shift indicator is enabled.3. The computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is further caused to cease presentation of the shift indicator in response to determining that minimum driveability would no longer be maintained after switching to the different transmission gear ratio.4. The computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is further caused to cease ...

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Номер записи: 30
20-03-2014 дата публикации

DASHBOARD AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING A DASHBOARD

Номер: US20140078712A1
Автор: Box Benoit, Henon Fabrice
Принадлежит: Johnson Controls Automotive Electronics SAS

A dashboard for automobiles includes at least one display area including a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is located in a first extension plane while the second portion is located in a second extension plane. The second extension plane is parallel to the first extension plane and is offset relative to the first extension plane in the direction of the user of the dashboard such that the second portion forms a diaphragm opening at least partially around the first portion, and the first portion is located in a central area of the dashboard. The dashboard includes a light source, and the display area comprises a frame member for defining the first portion, wherein the light source comprises a first portion for backlighting the first portion, as well as a second portion in which the light source extends beyond the first portion of the display area. 1. A dashboard for automobiles , the dashboard comprising at least one display area ,the display area comprising a first portionand a second portion,the first portion of the display area being located in a first main extension plane,the second portion of the display area being located in a second main extension plane,the second main extension plane being located parallel to the first main extension plane, the second main extension plane being offset relative to the first main extension plane in the direction of a user of the dashboard in such a way that the second portion of the display area forms a diaphragm aperture at least partially around the first portion of the display area, and that the first portion of the display area is located in a central area of the dashboard,wherein the dashboard comprises a source of light, the display area comprises a frame member for defining the first portion of the display area, the source of light comprises a first portion for backlighting the first portion of the display area, and the source of light comprises a second portion in which the source of light extends ...

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Номер записи: 31
27-03-2014 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR INTERIOR LIGHTING IN A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20140085918A1
Автор: Dollsy Jacky, Eroglu Yasar, Kirch Jens, Müller Wolfgang, Thuma Oliver
Принадлежит: Johnson Controls Interiors GmbH Co. KG

The invention relates to a device for interior lighting in a motor vehicle, wherein the device comprises a lamp, a reflection means and a power distribution means and wherein the lamp, the reflection means and the power distribution means are arranged on a common support structure. 113.-. (canceled)14. A device for interior lighting in a motor vehicle , comprising a lighting means , a reflecting means and a power distributing means , wherein the lighting means , the reflecting means and the power distributing means are arranged on a common supporting structure.15. The device as claimed in claim 14 , wherein the lighting means comprises a light-emitting diode and/or an incandescent lamp and/or the lighting means comprises a board and a light-emitting diode and/or an incandescent lamp arranged on the board.16. The device as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the supporting structure comprises at least one fastening and positioning pin protruding perpendicularly from a plate-shaped base region of the supporting structure claim 15 , the board being fastened to the at least one fastening and positioning pin and extending substantially parallel to the base region.17. The device as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the reflecting means comprises a reflecting bevel extending at such an angle from the base region in the direction of the board that the reflecting bevel is inclined with respect to the base region and/or the board.18. The device as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the supporting structure comprises a reflecting region configured to deflect rays of light that impinge on the reflecting region parallel to the base region into a direction perpendicular to the base region.19. The device as claimed in claim 18 , wherein the light-emitting diode is arranged on the board in such a way that light emitted by the light-emitting diode impinges on the reflecting bevel and is directed by the reflecting bevel along a direction parallel to the base region claim 18 , in the direction of ...

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Номер записи: 32
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Light Adjustable Car Threshold Pedal

Номер: US20140098550A1
Автор: Yin-Teng HSIAO
Принадлежит: HON YU AUTO PARTS CO Ltd

A light adjustable car threshold pedal contains at least one light-emitting pedal assembly, a controlling unit, and an input unit. Each includes a body, a first light penetrating element disposed on the body, a second light penetrating element fixed on the body, a first illuminating element for emitting lights to the first light penetrating element, and a second illuminating element for emitting lights to the second light penetrating element. The controlling unit is electrically connected with the first illuminating element and the second illuminating element so as to turn on/off the first illuminating element and the second illuminating element and to control luminance of the first illuminating element and the second illuminating element. The input unit is electrically connected with the controlling unit so as to control a varying illumination of the first illuminating element and the second illuminating element.

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Номер записи: 33
07-01-2016 дата публикации

System for controlling the electrical power supply of a plurality of light sources using a multiphase converter

Номер: US20160001699A1
Автор: Bodzianny Dominique, DUARTE Marc, KRICK Sebastian, LeSaffre Olivier-Sebastien, Nguyen Huy-Cuong, Wacheux Patrick
Принадлежит:

A device and a method for controlling the electrical power supply of a plurality of light sources, preferably of light-emitting diodes, or LEDs. The plurality of light sources is divided into at least two groups of light sources. The invention is noteworthy in that it allows the use of a multiphase step-up voltage converter for all the groups of light sources, whereas the measurements of the input currents for each of the phases of the converter give a reliable indication of the level of power required by one of the groups being powered. 1. A device for controlling an electrical power supply of a plurality of light sources , said plurality of light sources being divided into at least two groups of light sources , each of said groups having specific current needs ,said device comprising, for each of said groups, a branch comprising a voltage converter of the step-up type and a voltage converter of the step-down type connected in series and capable of converting an input voltage into a load voltage, in which said converters of the step-up type of said each branch operate as a multiphase step-up converter,wherein the device furthermore comprises control means configured to adapt said input current of said step-up converter of said each branch according to the specific current needs of said group connected as a load of said respective branch.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the control means adapt said input current of said step-up converter of said each branch as a function of a voltage value representative of the average input current of said step-up converter of said branch and as a function of a fraction of the average value of the output voltage Vof said multiphase converter.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein said control means comprise a comparator for said each branch claim 2 , which compares said voltage value representative of said average input current of said step-up converters of said branch with a fraction of said average value of said ...

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Номер записи: 34
07-01-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE HAVING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTING ON TAILGATE

Номер: US20160001700A1
Автор: Gardner Cornel Lewis, Huebner Annette Lynn, Salter Stuart C.
Принадлежит:

A vehicle is provided that includes a cabin defining a cargo space, and a tailgate operable between a substantially open position and a substantially closed position. The tailgate defines a license plate area on an exterior surface thereof. An illumination system is positioned within the tailgate, such that the illumination system illuminates at least one of the cargo space and the license plate area when the tailgate is in the closed position and illuminates a ground area behind the vehicle when the tailgate is in the open position. 1. A vehicle comprising:a cabin defining a cargo space;a tailgate operable between a substantially open position and a substantially closed position, the tailgate defining a license plate area on an exterior surface thereof; andan illumination system positioned within the tailgate such that the illumination system illuminates at least one of the cargo space and the license plate area when the tailgate is in the closed position and illuminates a ground area behind the vehicle when the tailgate is in the open position.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the illumination system comprises at least one light source on each of an interior side of a printed circuit board and an exterior side of the printed circuit board.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the light sources share a common heat sink.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the illumination system is in electrical communication with one or more proximity sensors.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the illumination system is configured to change between illumination modes based at least in part on an electrical signal from the one or more proximity sensors.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the illumination system is configured to independently illuminate the cargo space and the license plate area.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the illumination system is configured to operate in at least two different modes while the tailgate is in the closed position and is configured to operate ...

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Номер записи: 35
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Light source unit and vehicular room light

Номер: US20170001555A1
Автор: Kenichi Takizawa, Naoki Nakanishi, Takeshi Udo, Yoshiaki Hirato
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A light source unit including a light source that emits light into a vehicle interior through a lens of a room light, a substrate on which the light source is mounted, the substrate being mounted on a base member of the room light, an engagement portion that engages with, among a plurality of mounting seats that are provided on the base member and that have different protrusion heights, an upper side mounting seat, the engagement portion being provided on the substrate and on a circumference of an imaginary circle formed about the light source, and a clearance portion that is capable of avoiding interference with, among the plurality of mounting seats, a lower side mounting seat, the clearance portion being provided in the substrate and on the circumference of the imaginary circle formed about the light source.

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Номер записи: 36
05-01-2017 дата публикации

LIGHT AND LIGHTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170001556A1
Автор: Bergeler Swen
Принадлежит: DIEHL AEROSPACE GMBH

A light for an interior of a vehicle contains at least two light modules that are disposed in series along a profile line and are mounted on a supporting structure in the vehicle. Each two adjacent light modules are attached to each other in regions. All light modules together form a light strip, which is attached to the supporting structure with exactly one first region, wherein a second region is movably supported on the supporting structure. 1. A light for an interior of a vehicle that contains at least two light modules , wherein in an installed state (E) the light modules are mounted on a supporting structure in the vehicle , and the light modules are disposed in series along a profile line , and wherein in the installed state (E) ,each two adjacent light modules are attached to each other in regions in a fixed relative mutual position (G),wherein all light modules that are mutually attached to each other together form a light strip,the light strip is attached with exactly one first region to the supporting structure in a fixed relative position (F) to the supporting structure, andat least one second region of the light strip is movably supported on the supporting structure in a variable relative position (V) to the supporting structure.2. The light according to claim 1 , wherein in the installed state (E) each of the light modules comprises at least the first region or one of the second regions.3. The light according to claim 1 , wherein the light contains exactly one first mounting arrangement that is designed for the attachment of the first region to the supporting structure claim 1 , and contains a respective second mounting arrangement that is designed for respective movable support of a respective second region on the supporting structure claim 1 , and contains respective joining arrangements that are designed for mutual attachment of the regions of the light modules to each other.4. The light according to claim 3 , wherein the first mounting arrangement ...

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Номер записи: 37
05-01-2017 дата публикации

BUCKLE AND SEAT BELT DEVICE

Номер: US20170001557A1
Автор: Fujii Atsushi
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A buckle includes a supporting member, a case, a lock portion and an illuminating unit. The case covers the supporting member. The lock portion is supported by the supporting member and is covered by the case to lock or unlock a tongue which is inserted into an insertion hole. An insertion hole is formed between the case and the lock portion. The illuminating unit illuminates both ends of the insertion hole of the tongue. The illuminating unit includes a light emitting unit, a light distribution unit, a first diffusing unit and a second diffusing unit. The light emitting unit emits light. The light distribution unit distributes the light emitted by the light emitting unit to form a first light beam and a second light beam. The first diffusing unit diffuses the first light beam. The second diffusing unit diffuses the second light beam. 1. A buckle comprising:a supporting member;a case that covers the supporting member; 'wherein an insertion hole is formed between the case and the lock portion, and', 'a lock portion that is supported by the supporting member and that is covered by the case to lock or unlock a tongue which is inserted into an insertion hole;'}an illuminating unit that illuminates both ends of the insertion hole of the tongue, a light emitting unit that emits light;', 'a light distribution unit that distributes the light emitted by the light emitting unit to form a first light beam and a second light beam;', 'a first diffusing unit that diffuses the first light beam; and', 'a second diffusing unit that diffuses the second light beam., 'wherein the illuminating unit includes2. The buckle according to claim 1 ,wherein the illuminating unit includes a light guiding member, andthe light guiding member guides the light from the light emitting unit to the first and second diffusing units by internal reflections.3. The buckle according to claim 2 ,wherein the light guiding member has a hook portion hooked to the lock portion.4. The buckle according to claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 38
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Lighting device

Номер: US20150003093A1
Автор: Masanori SEKIYA, Naomi Omura
Принадлежит: Toyota Boshoku Corp

A lighting device includes a light source, an elongated light guide member, an elongated decoration member, and a cover covering the light guide member. The decoration member includes a recess having a space to have the light guide member therein, and a linear transmissive portion. The recess has a guide member projecting toward the space and being in contact with the light guide member to guide the light guide member to a correct position. The cover covers the light guide member from the rear side and has a facing surface and a stopper extending from the facing surface toward the space and supporting the light guide member provisionally. The guide member guides the light guide member that is provisionally supported by the stopper of the cover to the correct position when the light guide member supported by the stopper of the cover is arranged in the recess.

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Номер записи: 39
12-01-2017 дата публикации

TWO-PIECE VISOR BLADE WITH REFLECTOR

Номер: US20170008381A1
Автор: Huelke David
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A sun visor for a vehicle includes a visor body comprising adjacent panels hingedly connected at a top edge thereof for translation between an open configuration and a closed configuration and a reflector dimensioned to occupy substantially a length and width dimension of a surface of one of the adjacent panels. The reflector may occupy at least from about 75% to about 95% of the interior surface of the panel. The adjacent panels may be hingedly connected via a friction hinge. Sun visor assemblies including the sun visor body are described. 1. A sun visor for a vehicle , comprising:a visor body comprising adjacent panels hingedly connected at a top edge thereof for translation between an open configuration and a closed configuration; anda reflector held in or on an interior surface of the one of the adjacent panels and dimensioned to occupy at least from about 75% to about 95% of the surface area of one of the adjacent panels.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the adjacent panels are hingedly connected via a friction hinge.5. The sun visor of claim 1 , wherein another of the adjacent panels includes one or more actuable lights.6. The sun visor of claim 5 , wherein the another of the adjacent panels further includes one or more storage compartments or pockets.7. The sun visor of claim 1 , further wherein the visor body is pivotally connected to a pivoting arm.8. A vehicle including the sun visor of .9. A sun visor assembly for a vehicle claim 1 , comprising:a visor body comprising adjacent panels hingedly connected at a top edge thereof for translation between an open configuration and a closed configuration;a reflector held in or on an interior surface of the one of the adjacent panels and dimensioned to occupy at least from about 75% to about 95% of the interior surface area of one of the adjacent panels; anda pivoting arm holding the adjacent panels.10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. The assembly of claim 9 , wherein the adjacent panels ...

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Номер записи: 40
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Structure for attaching component to plate-shaped member

Номер: US20150010345A1
Автор: Kazuya Takita, Shoji Yokoyama
Принадлежит: Honda Access Corp

In a structure, which securely attaches a component to an opening portion in a plate-shaped member without stripping or turning over the plate-shaped member, each of a pair of mount members includes a first engagement portion engaged with a rear surface side 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 to enable fixing against coming off by engagement of the second engagement portion and the component. The projecting portions inhibit the mount members from moving so as not to come off the opening portion. Since the second engagement portion is formed from the multiple step portions engageable with the component, engagement with the component may be done even if plate thickness of the plate-shaped member varies, enabling fixing without backlash and improving versatility to the plate-shaped member having different plate thickness.

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Номер записи: 41
14-01-2016 дата публикации

MODULE FORMING A BODYWORK ELEMENT FOR MOTOR VEHICLES CONTRIBUTING TO THE EXTERIOR AESTHETICS OF THE VEHICLE

Номер: US20160009221A1
Автор: Godbillon Vincent
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A module forms a bodywork element for a motor vehicle and contributes to the exterior aesthetics of the vehicle. It is intended to fitted to a body of the vehicle. It includes interior lighting electrical means, intended to light the interior of a passenger compartment of the vehicle, and means for connecting the interior lighting means to an electrical power supply. 1. A module forming a bodywork element for a motor vehicle , said module contributing to the exterior aesthetics of said motor vehicle and being intended to be fitted to a body of said motor vehicle , wherein it includes interior lighting electrical means , intended to light an interior of a passenger compartment of said motor vehicle , and means for connecting said interior lighting electrical means to an electrical power supply.2. The module according claim 1 , in which said bodywork element forms at least part of a roof of said motor vehicle.3. The module according to claim 1 , further including exterior lighting or exterior signaling electrical means claim 1 , intended to light an exterior of said motor vehicles or to participate in signaling by said motor vehicle.4. The module according to claim 3 , including at least two compartments in which are respectively housed on the one hand claim 3 , said interior lighting electrical means and on the other hand claim 3 , said exterior lighting or exterior signaling means claim 3 , said at least two compartments being separated by a partition formed claim 3 , where appropriate claim 3 , by a printed circuit board connected to said interior lighting electrical means and/or to said exterior lighting or exterior signaling means.5. The module according to claim 3 , wherein said exterior lighting or exterior signaling means include an optical system forming a headlamp of said motor vehicle.6. The module according to claim 3 , wherein said exterior lighting or exterior signaling means include an optical system forming a rear light of said motor vehicle.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 42
14-01-2016 дата публикации

FLOATING IMAGE LAMP

Номер: US20160009233A1
Автор: Lund Richard E.
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A number of variations may include a lamp which includes a light source and first and second parabolic mirrored surfaces which extend radially from either side of the light source. A clear lens may be disposed directly above the light source and may be operably coupled to both the first and second parabolic mirrored surfaces. Moreover, an object may be disposed on top of the light source and when the light source is turned on a floating 3-dimensional image may be produced. 1. A lamp comprising:a light source;a first and second parabolic mirrored surface extending radially from either side of the light source;a clear lens disposed directly above the light source and operably coupled to both the first and second parabolic mirrored surfaces; andan object disposed on top of the light source, wherein when the light source is turned on a floating 3-dimensional image of the object is produced.2. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the light source is a light pipe.3. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the lamp has a generally double parabolic cross-section.4. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the floating image is viewable from 360 degrees.5. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the first parabolic mirrored surface and the second parabolic mirrored surface form an aperture disposed directly above the light source.6. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the floating image is produced in a vehicle interior.7. The lamp of claim 1 , wherein the floating image is produced on a vehicle exterior.8. The lamp of claim 7 , wherein the floating image is produced on a vehicle taillight.9. A lamp comprising:a light source, wherein the light source is a light pipe;a first and second parabolic mirrored surface extending radially from either side of the light pipe; andan object disposed on top of the light pipe, wherein when the light pipe is in an on position a floating 3-dimensional image of the object is produced.10. The lamp of claim 9 , wherein the lamp has a generally double parabolic cross-section.11. The lamp ...

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Номер записи: 43
14-01-2016 дата публикации

LIGHTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20160010838A1
Автор: Calabrese Alexander G., Du John
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In one embodiment, a lighting system can include multiple fixtures and one AC to DC converter. The multiple fixtures can be mounted to an enclosure having an interior area. The multiple fixtures can each include an illumination source that illuminates the interior area. The one AC to DC converter can convert an AC signal received from a circuit breaker to a DC signal. The one AC to DC converter can be electrically connected to the plurality of fixtures via a plurality of wires and energize the illumination sources of the multiple fixtures with the DC signal. The illumination source of one fixture of the multiple fixtures can be separated by at least 3 Feet from the illumination source of another fixture of the multiple fixtures. The illumination sources of the multiple fixtures can provide in total at least 1400 Lumens. 1. A lighting system comprising:a plurality of fixtures mounted to an enclosure having an interior area, the plurality of fixtures each comprising an illumination source configured to illuminate the interior area, the enclosure comprising a ceiling, a floor, and a plurality of walls defining outer boundaries of the interior area; andone alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) converter configured to convert an AC signal received from a circuit breaker to a DC signal, the one AC to DC converter being electrically connected to the plurality of fixtures via a plurality of wires and configured to energize the illumination sources of the plurality of fixtures with the DC signal,wherein the illumination source of a first fixture of the plurality of fixtures is separated by at least 3 Feet from the illumination source of a second fixture of the plurality of fixtures different from the first fixture, and the illumination sources of the plurality of fixtures are configured to provide in total at least 1400 Lumens.2. The lighting system of claim 1 , wherein the AC signal comprises 120 Volts AC or 110 Volts AC claim 1 , and the DC signal comprises ...

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Номер записи: 44
21-01-2016 дата публикации

LIGHT GUIDE FILM APPLIED AT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Номер: US20160016510A1
Автор: Alvarado Humberto Merchand
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An instrument cluster assembly is disclosed and includes at least one gauge. The gauge includes a dial and a light guide film disposed behind the dial. A light source is configured to illuminate the light guide film. A plurality of emitting dots on the light guide film are configured to direct light toward the dial. The emitting dots may direct light toward associated dial graphics on the dial.

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Номер записи: 45
21-01-2016 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRICAL UNIT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20160016514A1
Автор: Godiveau Marc
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An electrical supply system for at least one electrical unit of a vehicle, in particular for a lighting unit of a vehicle, the system comprising:

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Номер записи: 46
17-04-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE INTERIOR ILLUMINATION LAMP MOUNTING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20140104866A1
Автор: Maeda Akira, Mochiyama Norihiro
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

A vehicle interior illumination lamp mounting structure includes a roof panel and a bracket. The roof panel is formed with an opening. A first connector is to be mounted on a ceiling. The bracket includes a bracket hook portion to be locked on an edge of the opening. A second connector, to be fitted to the first connector mounted on the ceiling by rotating the bracket, is locked on the bracket. The first connector includes a first wall and a second wall which are configured to receive the second connector therebetween. The first wall is situated far away from the bracket hook portion than the second wall in a state where the bracket is locked on the opening. A length of the first wall is longer than a length of the second wall in a rotating direction of the bracket. 1. A vehicle interior illumination lamp mounting structure comprising:a roof panel formed with an opening;a first connector, configured to be mounted on a ceiling;a bracket including a bracket hook portion configured to be locked on an edge of the opening; anda second connector, locked on the bracket, and configured to be fitted to the first connector mounted on the ceiling by rotating the bracket,wherein the first connector includes a first wall and a second wall which are configured to receive the second connector therebetween,wherein the first wall is situated far away from the bracket hook portion than the second wall in a state where the bracket is locked on the opening, andwherein a length of the first wall is longer than a length of the second wall in a rotating direction of the bracket.2. The vehicle interior illumination lamp mounting structure according to claim 1 ,wherein the first wall is formed with a guide surface configured to introduce a distal end of the second connector at a distal end of the first wall.3. The vehicle interior illumination lamp mounting structure according to claim 2 ,wherein the second wall is formed with an undercut surface configured to avoid an interference with the ...

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Номер записи: 47
22-01-2015 дата публикации

LANE GUIDE DEVICE FOR A DRIVER OF AN AUTOMOBILE

Номер: US20150023035A1
Автор: Casado Alejandro, Wood Gregory
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An automotive safety device, specifically, an automobile safety device that assists drivers to remain in their proper driving lane when driving a moving vehicle. One embodiment of the present invention can include a flat planar body member, a plurality of light emitting members connected to the planar body member, wherein the light emitting members are configured in a predetermined arrangement, a power source electronically connected to the light emitting members, and a selectively engageable dimmer switch electronically connected to the power source and the light emitting members. The plurality of light emitting members can be configured in an angled position such that when the planar body member is positioned on the dashboard of a motor vehicle, between a steering wheel and a windshield of the motor vehicle, the reflection of the light emitting members appears to project outwardly in a straight line in front of the windshield. 1. An automobile safety devices that assist drivers to remain in their proper driving lane when driving a moving vehicle , said device comprising:a flat planar body member, having a top surface and bottom surface;a plurality of light emitting members connected to the top surface of the planar body member, wherein the light emitting members are configured in a predetermined arrangement;a power source electronically connected to the light emitting members; anda selectively engageable dimmer switch electronically connected to the power source and the light emitting members.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a solar panel electronically connected to the power source.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a DC power car charger adapter.4. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a selectively engageable switch electronically connected to the solar panel claim 1 , the DC power adapter and the other components of the device claim 1 , configured such that a user can select between solar power or DC power to power the device.5. ...

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Номер записи: 48
28-01-2016 дата публикации

CUP HOLDER ILLUMINATION

Номер: US20160023594A1
Автор: Bejin Peter Joseph, Muiter James Hadley, Salter Stuart C.
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A method of controlling an ambient light feature of a cup holder assembly having one or more cup holders includes providing a light source having a light output of varying luminous intensity, sensing an amount of light reflected from an object received in one of the cup holders using a light sensor, and controlling the luminous intensity of the light output based on the amount of light reflected and the distance between the object and a sidewall of the cup holder assembly. In this method, a change in the amount of light reflected from an object received in one of the cup holders correlates to a change in the luminous intensity provided by the light source, and a change in the distance between the object received the cup holder and the sidewall of the cup holders correlates to a change in the luminous intensity provided by the light source. 1. A cup holder assembly , comprising:a housing having at least one cup holder defined by a bottom wall and an upwardly extending sidewall; anda lighting system having a light source and a light sensor, wherein the light sensor senses an amount of light reflected from an object received in the cup holder, and further wherein the light source provides a light output having a luminous intensity relative to the amount of light reflected.2. The cup holder assembly of claim 1 , further including:a proximity sensor configured to measure a spacing between the object received in the cup holder and the sidewall of the cup holder, wherein the luminous intensity of the light output from the light source is adjusted relative to the spacing between the object received in the cup holder and the sidewall of the cup holder.3. The cup holder assembly of claim 2 , wherein the light source includes first and second light sources claim 2 , wherein the second light source is disposed on the bottom wall of the cup holder.4. The cup holder assembly of claim 3 , wherein the first light source is an upper light ring disposed adjacent to an upper opening ...

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Номер записи: 49
26-01-2017 дата публикации

VISOR FOR CONTINUOUSLY EXTENDED WINDSHIELD

Номер: US20170021703A1
Автор: ALLEN Derek, COCHRANE Craig, FIALHO Jorge, SZENTKIRALYI Miklos, VARTOLA Joonas, von Holzhausen Franz
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A vehicle includes: a front windshield that continuously extends along an A-pillar so as to form a partial roof of the vehicle above a driver area; a visor having a proximate end hinged to the A-pillar so as to assume a stowed position along the A-pillar; and on the front windshield, an attachment configured to selectively engage a distal end of the visor in a deployed position. 1. A vehicle comprising:a front windshield that continuously extends along an A-pillar so as to form a partial roof of the vehicle above a driver area;a visor having a proximate end hinged to the A-pillar so as to assume a stowed position along the A-pillar; andon the front windshield, an attachment configured to selectively engage a distal end of the visor in a deployed position.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the attachment and the distal end engage each other by way of at least a first magnet.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein each of the attachment and the distal end has a respective magnet.4. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the first magnet is mounted in a reciprocating arrangement that includes at least a retracted position where the first magnet is inside a housing claim 2 , and an extended position where the first magnet at least partially extends through an opening in the housing so as to cause the attachment and the distal end to engage each other.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the first magnet mounted in the reciprocating arrangement is located on the distal end of the visor.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , further comprising a second magnet on the attachment claim 5 , the second magnet being fixed and positioned behind a cover on the attachment.7. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the reciprocating arrangement comprises a spring that is positioned so as to withdraw a plunger away from the opening toward the retracted position claim 4 , the plunger having a cap that holds the first magnet towards the opening.8. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the first magnet has an ...

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Номер записи: 50
26-01-2017 дата публикации

SUN VISOR ASSEMBLY FOR MOTOR VEHICLES WITH PIVOTING MIRROR

Номер: US20170021704A1
Автор: Healy Justin Lee, Huelke David
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A sun visor assembly is provided. The sun visor assembly includes a support, a visor body carried on the support and a mirror carried on the visor body. The visor body pivots about a first axis in a first plane and the mirror pivots about a second axis in a second plane where the first axis is substantially perpendicular to the second axis. Thus the mirror is effectively provided with two degrees of freedom allowing it to be more conveniently, efficiently and effectively adjusted. 1. A sun visor assembly for a motor vehicle , comprising:a support;a visor body carried on said support; anda mirror carried on said visor body;wherein said visor body pivots about a first axis in a first plane and said mirror pivots about a second axis in a second plane where said first axis is substantially perpendicular to said second axis.2. The sun visor assembly of claim 1 , wherein said first axis is coextensive with at least a portion of said support.3. The sun visor assembly of claim 2 , wherein said second axis is aligned with a centerline of said mirror.4. The sun visor assembly of claim 3 , further including a first pivot pin connecting said mirror to said visor body claim 3 , said first pivot pin defining said second axis.5. The sun visor assembly of claim 4 , further including a second pivot pin connecting said mirror to said visor body wherein said first pivot pin and said second pivot pin are coaxial and define said second axis.6. The sun visor assembly of claim 5 , wherein said mirror includes a reflective face having a first end claim 5 , a second end opposite said first end and a centerline.7. The sun visor assembly of claim 6 , wherein said centerline is equally spaced from said first end and said second end of said mirror.8. The sun visor assembly of claim 7 , wherein said mirror is displaceable between a centered position claim 7 , a first angled position wherein said reflective face of said mirror is pivoted toward said first end and a second angled position wherein ...

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Номер записи: 51
26-01-2017 дата публикации

LIGHTING MEMBER

Номер: US20170021761A1
Автор: UMEDA Yukihiko
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A lighting member includes a light guiding element, and a housing including a cover element and a light-guiding-element attachment claw. The cover element is formed as a frame shape, is capable of deforming elastically, and covers an outer peripheral face of the light guiding element over the entire circumference. The light-guiding-element attachment claw is disposed integrally with the cover element, and protrudes diametrically toward an inner side beyond the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element. The housing has an inner peripheral face facing the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element, and further includes a larger-clearance portion and smaller-clearance portion. The larger-clearance portion provides a larger clearance between the inner peripheral face of the cover element and the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element than does the smaller-clearance portion between them. 1. A lighting member comprising:a light guiding element having an outer peripheral face; anda housing Including a cover element formed as a frame shape, being capable of deforming elastically and covering the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element over an entire circumference thereof, and a light-guiding-element attachment claw disposed integrally with the cover element, and protruding toward an inner side that is present on a more inside than is the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element;the cover element of the housing having an inner peripheral face facing the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element;the cover element including a larger-clearance portion providing a large clearance between the inner peripheral face of the cover element and the outer peripheral face of the light guiding element, and a smaller-clearance portion providing therebetween a small clearance, which is smaller than the large clearance that the larger-clearance portion provides.2. The lighting member according to claim 1 , wherein the light-guiding- ...

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Номер записи: 52
28-01-2016 дата публикации

STEERING GRIP LIGHT BAR SYSTEMS

Номер: US20160025281A1
Автор: Gardner Valerie D., Lisseman Jason Carl, Varcoe David Ryan
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Various implementations include a light bar system for a steering wheel of a vehicle that includes a high intensity light source, a light diffusing layer, and an outer lens. For example, in certain implementations, the light diffusing layer is disposed between a plurality of high intensity light emitting diodes (LEDs) and an outer lens, and the light diffusing layer causes the light from the LEDs to appear as a continuous stream of light across a length of the lens and provides sufficiently bright lighting to warn or communicate with the driver in various ambient lighting conditions. In certain implementations, the outer lens is colored to blend in with the rest of the steering wheel when the LEDs are not activated. 1. A light bar system for a steering wheel comprising:at least one light source disposed adjacent a portion of an armature of a steering wheel;a carrier defining a light optimizing channel, the light optimizing channel having a proximal end disposed adjacent the light source; anda light diffusing layer having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface of the light diffusing layer being disposed adjacent a distal end of the light optimizing channel, and the light diffusing layer being configured for diffusing light as it passes therethrough from the inner surface to the outer surface.2. The light bar system of claim 1 , wherein the light diffusing layer is configured to cause the light being diffused there through to appear as a continuous stream of light across the light diffusing layer.3. The light bar system of claim 1 , wherein the light diffusing layer comprises a light diffusing film.4. The light bar system of claim 1 , wherein the light diffusing layer comprises an outer lens.5. The light bar system of claim 1 , further comprising an outer lens claim 1 , an outer surface of the outer lens facing a driver and an inner surface of the outer lens facing the light diffusing layer.6. The light bar system of claim 5 , wherein the light ...

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Номер записи: 53
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Illuminant Handrail

Номер: US20180023800A1
Автор: Jean Wen-Fong
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An illuminant handrail includes a rod and two fixing seats respectively fixed to two ends of the rod. A fastener is mounted to a bottom of and extends downward from each fixing seat. Two illuminating devices are respectively mounted to the bottoms of the fixing seats. Each illuminating device includes a lamp seat receiving an illuminating unit. The lamp seat of each illuminating device is transparent and includes a top wall and a peripheral wall connected to the top wall. The top wall includes a fixing hole through which one of the fasteners extends. Each illuminating unit includes a lighting unit and a circuit board. Each illuminating unit is mounted between the fixing hole and the peripheral wall of one of the two illuminating devices. The light rays emitted by the illuminating devices transmit through the lamp seats to indicate the position of the handrail. 1. (canceled)2. An illuminant handrail comprising:a rod including two ends, with two fixing seats respectively fixed to the two ends of the rod, and with a fastener mounted to a bottom of and extending downward from each of the two fixing seats; andtwo illuminating devices respectively mounted to the bottoms of the two fixing seats, with each of the two illuminating devices including a lamp seat and an illuminating unit mounted in the lamp seat and emitting light rays, with the lamp seat of each of the two illuminating devices allowing the light rays emitted to pass therethrough and including a top wall and a peripheral wall connected to the top wall, with the top wall including a fixing hole through which one of the fasteners extends, with each illuminating unit including a lighting unit and a circuit board, with each illuminating unit mounted between the fixing hole and the peripheral wall of one of the two illuminating devices, with the lamp seats transmitting the light rays emitted by the two illuminating devices to indicate the position of the illuminant handrail,with each lamp seat being hollow, with ...

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Номер записи: 54
29-01-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE SEAT, IN PARTICULAR A PASSENGER SEAT FOR A BUS

Номер: US20150028634A1
Автор: BURMEISTER Achim, SCHERELLO Michael
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A vehicle seat, in particular a passenger seat for a bus, includes a seat member with a seat upholstery carrier and seat upholstery, which is rigidly arranged on the seat upholstery carrier; the vehicle seat also includes a backrest with a back upholstery carrier and back upholstery, which is rigidly arranged on the back upholstery carrier; and a support structure for receiving forces which act on the vehicle seat. The support structure is constructed as a rigid carrier frame arranged at the peripheral side outside the seat member and the backrest and which is connected to the seat upholstery carrier and the back upholstery carrier. The carrier frame has carrier rails which are arranged in pairs and which extend along opposing lateral edges of the seat member and the backrest. 1. A vehicle seat , comprising:a seat member having a seat upholstery carrier and seat upholstery, which is rigidly arranged on the seat upholstery carrier;a backrest having a back upholstery carrier and back upholstery, which is rigidly arranged on the back upholstery carrier; anda support structure for receiving forces which act on the vehicle seat, the support structure being formed as a rigid carrier frame arranged at a peripheral side outside the seat member and the backrest and connected to the seat upholstery carrier and the back upholstery carrier, and the support structure having carrier rails arranged in pairs and which extend along opposing lateral edges of the seat member and the backrest.2. The vehicle seat according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle seat is a passenger seat for a Bus.3. The vehicle seat according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier frame is constructed as a hollow structure.4. The vehicle seat according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the seat upholstery carrier and the rear upholstery carrier are formed as a structural unit by an integral shell structure.5. The vehicle seat according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of:the carrier frame is constructed as a ...

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Номер записи: 55
29-01-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH LIGHT SOURCE DIAGNOSTICS

Номер: US20150029693A1
Автор: ATHERTON FRANK J., BLACKMER STEPHEN C.
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A vehicle instrument panel assembly configured to verify that light sources of the assembly are operating properly is provided. The assembly includes a first light source, a second light source, a light detector, and a controller. The first light source is operable to emit light having a first modulation. The second light source is operable to emit light having a second modulation distinguishable from the first modulation. The light detector is configured to detect light emitted by the first light source and the second light source. The controller is configured to receive a detection signal from the light detector effective for the controller to determine if the first light source and the second light source are operating properly.

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Номер записи: 56
29-01-2015 дата публикации

CEILING LIGHTING APPARATUS OF AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20150029736A1
Автор: ANDO Toru, ARUGA Hiroyasu, FUJIMOTO Masaru, HAYAKAWA Zenji, KAWAGUCHI Motohiko, NAKATANI Takafumi
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To provide a ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft which can improve maintainability. The ceiling lighting apparatus includes: a ceiling panel that is provided so as to be erected and laid with respect to a ceiling structure that constitutes a ceiling structure of the aircraft with a hinge as a rotation center; and a light that is provided in the ceiling panel A mechanic can perform maintenance of the light in a comfortable posture with the ceiling panel rotated to be suspended from a ceiling. Accordingly, the maintainability can be improved. 1. A ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft comprising:a ceiling panel that is provided so as to be erected and laid with respect to a ceiling structure of the aircraft with a predetermined axis as a rotation center; anda light that is provided on the ceiling panel.2. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 1 , wherein an electrical connector provided in the light is located in the vicinity of the axis.3. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 1 , wherein the ceiling panel is located above an aisle that extends longitudinally between a left-side seat and a right-side seat in a cabin claim 1 , andthe axis is set along the longitudinal direction of the aisle.4. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 1 , wherein the ceiling panel is supported by a support member that constitutes the ceiling structure of the aircraft.5. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 4 , wherein one end portion of the ceiling panel is attached to the support member with a hinge.6. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 5 , wherein the ceiling panel is rotated with an axis of the hinge as a rotation center.7. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft according to claim 1 , wherein the ceiling panel is suspended from the ceiling structure when the ceiling panel is rotated.8. The ceiling lighting apparatus of an aircraft ...

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Номер записи: 57
25-01-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHTING SYSTEM, AND METHODS OF USE AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF

Номер: US20180027634A1
Автор: DALAVAYI Visishta
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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: 58
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SUN VISOR ASSEMBLY HAVING MULTIPLE MIRRORS

Номер: US20170028823A1
Автор: Dunham Scott Holmes, Huelke David, JR. Anthony, Ligi
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A sun visor assembly including a visor body and a mirror panel pivotally connected to the visor body. The mirror panel includes a first mirror oriented in a first direction and a second mirror oriented in a second direction. The two mirrors have different magnification factors. 1. A sun visor assembly , comprising:a visor body; anda mirror panel pivotally connected to said visor body, said mirror panel including a first mirror oriented in a first direction and a second mirror oriented in a second direction.2. The sun visor assembly of wherein said first direction is opposite said second direction.3. The sun visor assembly of wherein a third mirror is carried on said sun visor body.4. The sun visor assembly of claim 3 , wherein said mirror panel includes opposed pivot pins.5. The sun visor assembly of claim 4 , further including opposed guide tracks for receiving said opposed pivot pins.6. The sun visor assembly of claim 5 , wherein said opposed pivot pins are carried on said mirror panel adjacent a first edge of said mirror panel.7. The sun visor assembly of claim 6 , wherein said third mirror is carried on said visor body between said opposed guide tracks.8. The sun visor assembly of claim 7 , wherein said mirror panel is selectively displaceable between a first position wherein said second mirror is facing and juxtaposed to said visor body and a second position wherein said first mirror is facing and juxtaposed to said visor body.9. The sun visor assembly of claim 8 , wherein each pivot pin of said opposed pivot pins includes an enlarged head and each guide track of said opposed guide tracks includes a channel that receives and captures said enlarged head.10. The sun visor assembly of claim 8 , further including a vanity bezel claim 8 , said vanity bezel including a first notch adjacent one edge of said mirror panel and a second notch adjacent a second edge of said mirror panel whereby a user may insert a finger in either of said first notch and said second notch ...

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Номер записи: 59
02-02-2017 дата публикации

LED LIGHTING FOR AN AUTOMOBILE

Номер: US20170028908A1
Автор: Curtis Henry E.
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An LED semiconductor lighting system that comprises a lighting apparatus for illuminating or dimming vehicle interiors and powered by a source of electrical power provided by or on the vehicle or any automobiles. The lighting apparatus comprises reflective strips for an interior space and has a plurality of light emitting diodes and current limiting resistors contained within such interior space of the reflective strips. The illumination and dimming intensity of the light emitting diodes is controlled by a dimming module in electrical contact with the LEDs, touch sensor and electrically connected to the vehicle source of power. An alternative embodiment of the lighting apparatus includes a flexible light tube. 1. A lighting apparatus for illuminating vehicle interiors and powered by a source of electrical power provided by the vehicle , said lighting apparatus comprising:a window frame provided on a door of a vehicle;a mirror film tape;a strip;a plurality of LED (light emitting diodes);a dimming module having a voltage regulator electrically connected to the vehicle source of electrical power;2. The lighting apparatus of wherein two ends of the said strip.3. The lighting apparatus of wherein the LED (light emitting diodes) produce light.4. The lighting apparatus of wherein the dimming module comprises a voltage converter electrically connected to the vehicle source of electrical power.5. The lighting apparatus of wherein the LED (light emitting diodes) are mounted on the strip.6. The lighting apparatus of wherein the window frame on a door of a vehicle is mounted with strip fixed with a plurality of LEDs.7. The lighting apparatus of wherein the LED is colored.8. The lighting apparatus of wherein the lighting apparatus works via Bluetooth.9. The lighting apparatus of wherein the lighting apparatus is fixed on the bottom of the window glass of the vehicle.10. A method for dimming a vehicle claim 1 , comprising the steps of:providing a motor vehicle having a door with ...

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Номер записи: 60
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Cargo and work light

Номер: US20170028909A1
Автор: Jonathan P. Marcus
Принадлежит: Marcus Automotive LLC

A window wiper motor housing is employed in a vehicle with a tailgate to mount a cargo light assembly which includes one or more sources of illumination. Upon raising the tailgate, a motion-actuated switch actuates the cargo and work light assembly to provide illumination downwardly toward the cargo area and/or rearwardly to facilitate use of the cargo area and/or the work area near the rear of the vehicle.

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Номер записи: 61
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Methods and Systems to Customize a Vehicle Computing System Based on an Electronic Calendar

Номер: US20170028949A1
Автор: APCZYNSKI Thomas E., Hatton David Anthony, NASRALLAH Hussein F., NELSON Thomas
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A vehicle system includes a processor in communication with a nomadic device and programmed to receive calendar information from the nomadic device, parse the calendar information for a calendar entry based on a predefined time window, and adjust, by the processor, a vehicle setting for a vehicle feature associated with one or more categorized items correlated with the calendar entry. 1. A vehicle system comprising:a processor in communication with a nomadic device and programmed to:receive calendar information from the nomadic device;parse the calendar information for a calendar entry based on a predefined time window; andadjust, by the processor, a vehicle setting for a vehicle feature associated with one or more categorized items correlated with the calendar entry.2. The vehicle system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more categorized items include at least one of an attendee claim 1 , location claim 1 , and subject of the calendar entry.3. The vehicle system of claim 2 , wherein the attendee is at least one of a recognized occupant claim 2 , email address claim 2 , paired nomadic device claim 2 , and user profile.4. The vehicle system of claim 3 , wherein the processor is further programmed to:transmit a request for information related to the one or more categorized items; andadjust radio presets as the vehicle setting based on the information associated with the recognized occupant.5. The vehicle system of claim 2 , wherein the location is at least one of a business name claim 2 , URL claim 2 , and address.6. The vehicle system of claim 5 , wherein the processor is further programmed to configure a destination input for a navigation system as the vehicle setting based on the at least one of the business name claim 5 , URL claim 5 , and address.7. The vehicle computing system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle setting comprises vehicle ambient lighting and the processor is programmed to adjust the vehicle ambient lighting based on the calendar entry.8. The vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 62
02-02-2017 дата публикации

LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20170029112A1
Автор: OKell Sean Patrick
Принадлежит: Saf-T-Glo Limited

A lighting system for an aircraft cabin includes an electrical light source and a photoluminescent light source. The electrical light source is provided at or near a ceiling of the aircraft cabin and the photoluminescent light source is arranged at or near floor level. The photoluminescent light source defines a path along which passengers can move to an exit and is located in an area that receives a light output from the electrical light source to charge the photoluminescent light source. The electrical light source is adjustable to alter the orientation of the light source to concentrate the light output in the area of the photoluminescent light source to enhance charging of the photoluminescent light source by the electrical light source. 1. A lighting system for an aircraft cabin , the lighting system including an electrical light source and a photoluminescent light source , wherein the electrical light source is configured to charge the photoluminescent light source.2. A lighting system according to wherein the photoluminescent light source is arranged at or near floor level for guiding passengers to an exit and the electrical light source is provided at or near a ceiling of the aircraft and is configured such that an area in which the photoluminescent material is located receives a light output from the electrical light source to charge the photoluminescent material.3. A lighting system according to wherein the photoluminescent material is arranged in a track on the floor along an aisle of the aircraft cabin so that an upper surface of the track is exposed to light from the electrical light source and the photoluminescent material is charged by light through the upper surface of the track claim 1 , wherein the electrical light source is adjustable to configure the light source so that the light output is more concentrated in the area of the aisle.4. (canceled)5. A lighting system according to wherein the electrical light source comprises a plurality of lights ...

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Номер записи: 63
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Passenger Service Unit and Related Systems

Номер: US20170029113A1
Автор: Flori Caleb, Freund David, Keavney Brendan
Принадлежит: Peco Manufacturing Co., Inc.

A passenger service unit (PSU) for a transport vessel has a unitary chassis with a plurality of apertures extending therethrough. Each one of the apertures is independently sized to receive at least one of a plurality of different modules. Each one of the modules includes one or more PSU fixtures having components different from other ones of the plurality of modules. A representative vessel is a passenger aircraft. Representative modules include vent and passenger reading light module, speaker module, passenger oxygen supply module and display module. 1. A passenger service unit (PSU) for a transport vessel , comprising:a unitary chassis having a plurality of apertures extending therethrough with each aperture of the plurality of apertures independently sized to receive at least one of a plurality of different modules, wherein each one of the modules includes one or more PSU fixtures having components different from other ones of the plurality of modules;wherein one of the plurality of modules includes at least one passenger reading light; andwherein a second one of the plurality of modules includes an information display configured to receive an electromagnetic signal and to convert the electromagnetic signal to a human-recognizable display of information.2. The passenger service unit of wherein the information display communicates with sensors located in the vessel to display information useful to a passenger.3. The passenger service unit of wherein the information display includes at least one advertising icon.4. A passenger service unit of wherein a cabin sidewall washlight is disposed on an edge of the unitary chassis adjacent a sidewall of the vessel.5. The passenger service unit of wherein the cabin sidewall washlight is a light emitting diode (LED).6. The passenger service unit of wherein an edge of the unitary chassis opposite the sidewall of the vessel includes a multi-functional in-board lighting system.7. The passenger service unit of wherein the in- ...

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Номер записи: 64
04-02-2016 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED SEATBELT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160031367A1
Автор: DeSmet, Gardner Cornel Lewis, JR. Edward Joseph, Salter Stuart C., Surman James J.
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An illuminated vehicle seatbelt assembly is provided herein. The vehicle seatbelt assembly includes a buckle having a housing and a latch mechanism. A light source is disposed within the housing. A light guide directs light from the light source to a top portion of the housing. A first photoluminescent structure is disposed within the buckle and is configured to luminesce in response to excitation by the light source. 1. An illuminated buckle , comprising:a housing and a latch mechanism;a first light source disposed within the housing;a first light guide directing light from the first light source towards a surface of the housing; anda first photoluminescent structure optically coupled with the light guide and configured to luminesce in response to excitation by the light source.2. The illuminated buckle of claim 1 , wherein the photoluminescent structure is disposed within the light guide.3. The illuminated buckle of claim 2 , wherein the first photoluminescent structure comprises at least one photoluminescent material configured to down convert an inputted light received from at least a portion of the light source into a visible light that is outputted to the top surface.4. The illuminated buckle of claim 3 , wherein the inputted light comprises one of blue light claim 3 , violet light claim 3 , and UV light.5. The illuminated buckle of claim 1 , wherein the light guide includes a first portion that partially encompasses the light source and a light pipe attached to the first portion.6. The illuminated buckle of claim 1 , wherein the photoluminescent structure illuminates a top surface of the buckle to assist in placing a tongue member into a tongue receiving slot.7. The illuminated buckle of claim 1 , further comprising:a light source disposed proximate a second light guide that is configured to illuminate a release button on the buckle.8. A seatbelt buckle for a vehicle claim 1 , comprising:a housing;a latch mechanism;a first light source disposed within the ...

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Номер записи: 65
04-02-2016 дата публикации

LIGHT-EMITTING COMPOSITE ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE LIGHT-EMITTING COMPOSITE ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20160031368A1
Автор: GRAF Oleg, Staudigel Norbert, STEFFEN Eckhard
Принадлежит: DIEHL AIRCABIN GMBH

A light-emitting composite arrangement for stationary arrangement in an interior of an aircraft is proposed, comprising a base layer and a covering layer wherein the covering layer is a prepreg layer, comprising a core portion which is arranged, at least in some areas, between the base layer and the covering layer comprising at least one lighting device which is integrated in the core portion wherein the covering layer is cured with the lighting device ntegrated in the core portion 1. A light-emitting composite arrangement for stationary arrangement in an interior of an aircraft , comprising:a base layer and a covering layer, wherein the covering layer is a prepreg layer;a core portion, which is arranged, at least in some areas, between the base layer and the covering layer; andat least one lighting device, configured as a light source, which is integrated in the core portion,whereinthe covering layer is cured with the lighting device integrated in the core portion.2. The light-emitting composite arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the core portion comprises a supporting core claim 1 , wherein the supporting core has at least one receiving region claim 1 , in which the at least one lighting device is arranged.3. The light-emitting composite arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein the receiving region is filled with an adhesive claim 2 , so that the lighting device claim 2 , at least in sections claim 2 , is embedded in the adhesive.4. The light-emitting composite arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein the covering layer comprises at least one recess for the lighting device arranged in the receiving region claim 2 , wherein the lighting device embedded in the adhesive terminates flush with a top side of the covering layer.5. The light-emitting composite arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein an outer layer claim 2 , which is arranged on the covering layer claim 2 , on the lighting device and/or on an adhesive surface that closes off the receiving ...

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Номер записи: 66
04-02-2016 дата публикации

COLOR ON DEMAND SYSTEM WITH COLOR GRADIENT

Номер: US20160031369A1
Автор: Zietz Heath D.
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An instrument cluster assembly includes at least a first and a second light-emitting diode package, each having at least a first-colored light and a second-colored light. The light-emitting diode packages are reconfigurable to display a first color and a second color. The first light-emitting diode package is configured to display a first intensity of the first color. The second light-emitting diode package is configured to display a second intensity of the first color simultaneously with the display of the first intensity of the first color by the first light-emitting diode package. The second intensity of the first color is less than the first intensity of the first color to provide an appearance of a gradient between the first and second light-emitting diode packages. A system for illuminating an instrument cluster assembly and a non-transitory machine-readable medium are also disclosed. 1. An instrument cluster assembly comprising:a first light-emitting diode package having a first-colored light and a second-colored light, the first light-emitting diode package being reconfigurable to display a first color and a second color, the first light-emitting diode package being configured to display a first intensity of the first color; anda second light-emitting diode package having a first-colored light and a second-colored light, the second light-emitting diode package being disposed adjacent to the first light-emitting diode package and spaced apart from the first light-emitting diode package, the second light-emitting diode package being reconfigurable to display the first color and the second color, the second light-emitting diode package being configured to display a second intensity of the first color simultaneously with the display of the first intensity of the first color by the first light-emitting diode package, the second intensity of the first color being less than the first intensity of the first color to provide an appearance of a gradient between the ...

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Номер записи: 67
01-02-2018 дата публикации

LIGHTING DEVICE AND SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME

Номер: US20180031220A1
Автор: Humfeld Keith D., Safai Morteza
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A lighting device includes a light-emitting diode (LED). A first carbon nanotube (CNT) is coupled to and extends from the LED. A second CNT is coupled to and extends from the LED. The first and second CNTs are configured to generate a voltage difference across the LED when the first and second CNTs are exposed to an electromagnetic (EM) field having a frequency within a predetermined range. The LED is configured to emit light when the voltage difference is greater than or equal to a threshold voltage. 1. A lighting device comprising:a light-emitting diode (LED);a first carbon nanotube (CNT) coupled to and extending from the LED; anda second CNT coupled to and extending from the LED, wherein the first and second CNTs are configured to generate a voltage difference across the LED when the first and second CNTs are exposed to an electromagnetic (EM) field having a frequency within a predetermined range, wherein a length of the first CNT and a length of the second CNT are selected such that a total length of the lighting device is from about 30% to about 70% of a wavelength of the EM field when the frequency is within the predetermined range, and wherein the LED is configured to emit light when the voltage difference is greater than or equal to a threshold voltage.2. (canceled)3. The lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the lighting device is configured to be powered by an electromagnetic source.4. The lighting device of claim 1 , further comprising a resistor coupled to the first and second CNTs.5. The lighting device of claim 4 , wherein the resistor is coupled in parallel with the LED.6. The lighting device of claim 4 , wherein when the voltage difference across the LED and the resistor is greater than the threshold voltage claim 4 , a resistance across the resistor is greater than a resistance across the LED claim 4 , causing the LED to emit light.7. A lighting system comprising:a first electromagnetic (EM) source configured to generate an EM field having a ...

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Номер записи: 68
05-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE ACCESSORY CONTROL ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20150035433A1
Автор: Cox, II Edward J., Shank David W., Washeleski John M.
Принадлежит: UUSI, LLC d/b/a NARTRON

An illustrative inventory of vehicle accessory control components includes a plurality of first circuit boards and a plurality of second circuit boards. The first circuit boards each have a substrate with a plurality of circuit elements supported on the substrate. The first circuit board substrates have an overall perimeter shape including an outer edge profile and a plurality of first deviations from the outer edge profile. The second circuit boards each have a substrate with a plurality of circuit elements supported on them. The second circuit board substrates have the overall perimeter shape including the same outer edge profile as the first circuit board substrates. The second circuit board substrates include a plurality of second deviations from the outer edge profile. At least one portion of the second deviations is different than the first deviations of the first circuit boards. 1. An inventory of vehicle accessory control components , comprising:a plurality of first circuit boards that each have a substrate with a plurality of circuit elements supported on the substrate, the first circuit board substrates having an overall perimeter shape including an outer edge profile and a plurality of first deviations from the outer edge profile; anda plurality of second circuit boards that each have a substrate with a plurality of circuit elements supported on the substrate, the second circuit board substrates having the overall perimeter shape including the outer edge profile and a plurality of second deviations from the outer edge profile, at least one portion of the second deviations being different than the first deviations of the first circuit boards.3. The inventory of claim 1 , wherein a first shape,', 'a first number of deviations, or', 'a first position along the perimeter;, 'the first deviations have a first characteristic that comprises at least one of'} a second shape,', 'a second number of deviations, or', 'a second position along the perimeter; and, 'the ...

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Номер записи: 69
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Instrument panel with illuminated pointer and trim ring

Номер: US20150036315A1
Автор: Frank J. Atherton, Stephen C. Blackmer
Принадлежит: Delphi Technologies Inc

A vehicle instrument panel assembly that includes a pointer, a light source, and a light pipe. The pointer is movable about an axis to point to indicia on a display surface of the assembly. The pointer defines a shaft portion of the pointer that rotates about the axis. The light source is configured to emit light into the shaft to illuminate the pointer. The light pipe is arranged on the display surface and proximate to a sweep path of a tip of the pointer. The pointer is further configured to project light from the light source into the light pipe.

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Номер записи: 70
05-02-2015 дата публикации

LIGHTING SYSTEM OF TRANSPORT AND AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20150036364A1
Автор: Goto Makoto, Tsujinishi Takahiro, Yoshiguchi Takuya
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To provide a lighting system which can solve the inconvenience experienced by a pilot entering and leaving a control cabin of a transport such as an aircraft. A lighting system LS of an aircraft includes: lights that illuminate a control cabin ; a lighting power supply system including a main path M which supplies power to the lights and a sub path S which supplies power to the lights ; a first switch SW that enables and disables power supply through the main path M; and a second switch SW that enables and disables power supply through the sub path S. 1. A lighting system of a transport comprising:a lighting device that illuminates a control cabin of the transport;a lighting power supply system including a first path which supplies power to the lighting device and a second path which supplies power to the lighting device;a first switch that enables and disables power supply through the first path; anda second switch that enables and disables power supply through the second path.2. The lighting system of a transport according towherein the first path and the second path are selectively used.3. The lighting system of a transport according towherein the second path is enabled only when the first switch is in an OFF state.4. The lighting system of a transport according towherein the first switch switches the power supply to the second switch.5. The lighting system of a transport according towherein when a power switch for a control system used for controlling the transport is turned ON,the second switch is turned OFF to disable the power supply through the second path, andwhen the power switch is turned OFF,the first switch is turned OFF to disable the power supply through the first path.6. The lighting system of a transport according to claim 1 ,wherein the transport includes an doorway that allows entrance and exit to/from the transport, and an entrance room that faces the doorway,the control cabin leads to the doorway through the entrance room,the first switch is ...

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Номер записи: 71
01-05-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE VISOR AND LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140119037A1
Автор: Li Chi, Stakoe John Andrew
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicle sun visor is provided that includes a visor body having a first side and a second side, and a vanity and lighting assembly located on the visor body. The assembly includes a lighting device located on the visor body. The lighting device is configured to provide a vanity light for a vanity mirror and is further configured to provide a dome light. 1. A vehicle visor comprising:a visor body having first and second sides and a peripheral edge;a vanity mirror assembly located on the first side of the visor body; anda lighting device assembly located on the visor body and configured to provide a vanity light on the first side and further configured to provide a dome light on the peripheral edge.2. The visor as defined in claim 1 , wherein the lighting device assembly comprises a light device directing light towards the first side and towards the peripheral edge.3. The visor as defined in claim 2 , wherein the light device assembly further comprises a first lens and a second lens claim 2 , wherein the light device directs light towards the first lens facing the first side and towards the second lens facing the peripheral edge.4. The visor as defined in claim 2 , wherein the lighting device comprises at least one light emitting diode.5. The visor as defined in claim 2 , wherein the lighting device comprises first and second lights for providing first and second vanity lights and further configured to provide first and second dome lights.6. The visor as defined in claim 1 , wherein the first side is opposite the second side and the peripheral edge connects the first side to the second side.7. A vehicle visor comprising:a visor body having first and second sides and a peripheral edge extending between the first and second sides;a vanity mirror assembly located on the first side of the visor body; anda lighting device assembly comprising a light source located on the visor body and configured to provide a vanity light for the vanity mirror on the first side and a ...

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Номер записи: 72
11-02-2016 дата публикации

MODULAR CUP HOLDER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160039324A1
Автор: Conley John Steven, Muiter James Hadley
Принадлежит:

A cup holder assembly includes a first body defining an upper sidewall between a first open end and a second open end and a second body defining a lower sidewall between a third open end and a lower wall. The second body is affixable with the first body in a first position with the lower sidewall extending continuously with the upper sidewall and a second position with a gap defined between the upper sidewall and the lower sidewall. 1. A cup holder assembly , comprising:a first body defining an upper sidewall between a first open end and a second open end; anda second body defining a lower sidewall between a third open end and a lower wall, and affixable with the first body in a first position with the lower sidewall extending continuously with the upper sidewall and a second position with a gap defined between the upper sidewall and the lower sidewall.2. The cup holder assembly of claim 1 , wherein the upper sidewall and the lower sidewall are tapered such that when the second body is assembled with the first body in the first position claim 1 , the upper sidewall and lower sidewall together define a conical section.3. The cup holder assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an insert positionable within the gap when the second body is assembled with the first body in the second position.4. The cup holder assembly of claim 3 , wherein:the second open end and the third open end are of a generally equal diameter; andthe insert defines a cylindrical interior surface that aligns between the second open end and the third open end when the second body is assembled with the first body in the second position and the insert is positioned within the gap.5. The cup holder assembly of claim 3 , wherein the insert comprises an at least partially transparent material.6. The cup holder assembly of claim 5 , wherein the insert includes a body and a light source claim 5 , the body comprising the at least partially transparent material and defining a light path for dispersing light ...

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Номер записи: 73
09-02-2017 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED CHROMATIC EMBLEM ASSEMBLY WITH MICRO LEDS

Номер: US20170036594A1
Автор: Brown LaRon Michelle, Gardner Cornel Lewis, Roberts Richard
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An illuminated emblem assembly that includes a power source; a light-producing assembly that is coupled to the power source, supported by a backing member and comprises a plurality of light-emitting diode sources; a chromatic layer comprising an emblem shape over the light-producing assembly, wherein the shape is visible under ambient lighting; and a polycarbonate sealing structure over the chromatic layer that seals the backing member, the light-producing assembly, and the chromatic layer. Further, the sealing structure can comprise a design feature. In addition, the plurality of light-emitting diode sources can be dispersed in the light-producing assembly. The light-emitting diode sources can also be micro-sized elements comprising gallium nitride that are arranged on a positive electrode layer in the form of an ink. 1. An illuminated emblem assembly , comprising:a power source;a light-producing assembly that is coupled to the power source, supported by a backing member, and comprises a chromatic layer comprising an emblem shape over the light-producing assembly; anda polycarbonate sealing structure over the chromatic layer that seals the backing member, the light-producing assembly, and the chromatic layer,wherein the shape is visible under ambient lighting.2. The emblem assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the backing member is mounted to a vehicle.3. The emblem assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the backing member is mounted to a location within an engine compartment of the vehicle and the translucent sealing structure comprises a blend of nylon and polycarbonate material at a ratio of 40 to 60% nylon to 40 to 60% polycarbonate material by weight.4. The emblem assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing structure comprises a design feature.5. The emblem assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the chromatic layer is in contact with the light-producing assembly.6. The emblem assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a gap is located between the ...

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Номер записи: 74
09-02-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SMART BACKLIGHTING

Номер: US20170036597A1
Автор: CARLESIMO DANIEL P., Lazarini Marcelo V.
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Provided are methods and systems for smart backlighting. For example, there is provided a system for use with a vehicle. The system includes a primary subsystem configured to perform a first function. Further, the system includes a backlight subsystem configured to perform a second function, the second function being independent of the first function. Moreover, the system can includes a controller configured to generate a single signal including a first instruction for causing the primary subsystem to perform the first function and a second instruction for causing the backlight subsystem to perform the second function. 1. A system , for use with a vehicle , comprising:a primary subsystem configured to perform a first function;a backlight subsystem configured to perform a second function being independent of the first function; anda controller configured to generate a single signal including (i) a first instruction for causing the primary subsystem to perform the first function and (ii) a second instruction for causing the backlight subsystem to perform the second function.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first operation is selected from a group consisting of (i) releasing a trunk claim 1 , (ii) locking a door claim 1 , (iii) unlocking the door claim 1 , (iv) activating an electronic stability control system claim 1 , and (v) deactivating the electronic stability system.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second operation includes placing the backlight subsystem in a backlight mode.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the backlight mode is selected from a group consisting of an interior dimming control mode claim 3 , a night-panel mode claim 3 , a police surveillance mode claim 3 , a premium dimming control mode claim 3 , a parade mode claim 3 , and a welcome lighting mode.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein execution of the first operation is triggered by actuation of a switch.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein execution of the second operation is triggered by ...

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Номер записи: 75
09-02-2017 дата публикации

LIGHTING DEVICE

Номер: US20170036598A1
Автор: BOMBARD Stephane, Thorailler Maryline
Принадлежит: VALEO SYSTEMES THERMIQUES

The invention relates to a lighting device () including a lighting source () and a light guide (), the light guide including an inlet optical surface (), configured to allow the entry of the light emitted by the light source illuminating the inlet optical surface, and an outlet optical surface (), configured to allow the exit of the light from the light guide, characterised in that the light guide also includes at least two through-holes () arranged passing through the inlet optical surface and the outlet optical surface. 1. A lighting device comprising:a light source; and an entry optical interface configured to allow the entry of the light emitted by the light source illuminating the entry optical interface,', 'an exit optical interface configured to allow the light to exit from the light guide, and', 'at least two through-holes disposed between the entry optical interface and the exit optical interface., 'a light guide, the light guide comprising2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the through-holes are V-shaped.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the points of the through-holes in the shape of a V are oriented in the direction of the entry optical interface.4. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the through-holes are closer to the entry optical interface than to the exit optical interface.5. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the through-holes are substantially at the same distance along the length of the light guide from the entry optical interface.6. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the light guide further comprises at least three through-holes at least two of which are substantially at the same distance along the length of the light guide from the entry optical interface.7. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the light guide has a substantially rectangular parallelepipedic shape.8. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the thickness of the light guide is greater than or equal to 0.6 mm and less ...

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Номер записи: 76
08-02-2018 дата публикации

TRUCK BED RAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180037161A1
Автор: Wymore Timothy J.
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A truck bed rail light assembly includes a first end, a second end, and a body extending between the first end and the second end. One or more light modules are coupled to the body. Each light module includes a light element. One or more switch modules are coupled to the body. Each switch module includes a switch for selective activation of the light element. The truck bed rail light assembly also includes a battery module. The battery module includes a battery. The switch is electrically connected between the battery and the light element. The battery is at least partially contained within the body. 1. A truck bed rail light assembly , comprising:a first end;a second end;a body extending between the first end and the second end;at least one light module coupled to the body, wherein the at least one light module includes a light element;at least one switch module coupled to the body, wherein the at least one switch module includes a switch for selective activation of the light element; anda battery module including a battery, wherein the battery is at least partially contained within the body,wherein the switch is electrically connected between the battery and the light element.2. The truck bed rail light assembly of claim 1 , wherein the battery module includes a battery cover that is removably attached to either or both of the battery module and the body.3. The truck bed rail light assembly of claim 1 , wherein the battery is a rechargeable battery.4. The truck bed rail light assembly of claim 1 , wherein the light element is a light-emitting diode (LED).5. The truck bed rail light assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body includes a first end portion proximate the first end claim 1 , wherein a first base member is attached to the first end portion and configured for attachment to a side rail of a truck.6. The truck bed rail light assembly of claim 5 , wherein the body further includes a second end portion proximate the second end claim 5 , wherein a second base ...

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Номер записи: 77
08-02-2018 дата публикации

STORAGE COMPARTMENT AND HANGING STORAGE MODULE HAVING ILLUMINATED TAB

Номер: US20180037169A1
Автор: Dunham Scott Holmes, Salter Stuart C., Surman James J.
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A vehicle storage compartment includes a support structure, power contacts, and a hanging storage module such as a file folder supported on the support structure and electrically coupled to the power contacts. The module includes a storage pocket, support arms supporting the pocket and configured to be supported on the support structure, and electrical conductors coupled to the contacts. The module further includes a tab comprising a light source and a user input sensor, wherein the light source illuminates storage the module when the user input sensor detects a user input. 1. A storage compartment comprising:a compartment; a storage pocket;', 'a support arm connected to the pocket and configured to be supported on the support structure; and', 'a tab comprising a light source and a user input sensor, wherein the light source illuminates the pocket when the user input sensor detects a user input., 'a hanging storage module supported on a support structure in the compartment and electrically coupled to a power supply, the module comprising2. The storage compartment of claim 1 , further comprising electrical conductors provided on the support arms and electrically coupled to electrical contacts on the support structure.3. The storage compartment of claim 1 , wherein the storage module is a hanging file folder.4. The storage compartment of claim 1 , wherein the compartment is a storage compartment in a vehicle.5. The storage compartment of claim 4 , wherein the storage compartment is a center console of the vehicle.6. The storage compartment of claim 1 , wherein the user input sensor comprises a proximity sensor for detecting a person in close proximity to the tab.7. The storage compartment of claim 6 , wherein the proximity sensor comprises a capacitive sensor.8. The storage compartments of further comprising another light source located on the tab for illuminating the tab.9. A vehicle storage compartment system comprising:a compartment having a support structure and ...

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Номер записи: 78
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Panorama projection unit with housing for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20150042959A1
Автор: Boris Jacob, Borris Ilse, David Leary, Ivo van Hulten, Jong Won Kim, Lionel Silva Santos, Martin Golly, Martin Schaufler
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A panorama projection unit is disclosed which concentrates the projected images in a front area of the motor vehicle and temporarily or locally shades the projection beams between projection units and the display surfaces. The panorama projection unit includes a transparent panoramic pane, and a plurality of projectors arranged in the housing. The arrangement of the projectors is configured to project images onto a rear side of the panoramic screen.

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Номер записи: 79
12-02-2015 дата публикации

DISPLAY SWITCH

Номер: US20150043193A1
Автор: Chiba Shingo
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A display switch includes a holding portion that formed by a light guide member and adapted to hold a held portion, and a display portion that is integrally formed with the holding portion by the light guide member, is embedded in a light shielding portion, and emits light by guiding a light irradiated to the holding portion. 1. A display switch comprising:a holding portion that is formed by a light guide member and adapted to hold a held portion; anda display portion that is integrally formed with the holding portion by the light guide member, is embedded in a light shielding portion, and emits light by guiding a light irradiated to the holding portion,wherein the display portion and the light shielding portion are two-color-molded.2. The display switch according to claim 1 , wherein the display portion is adapted such that a portion of the display portion other than a portion which is integrally formed with the holding portion is exposed to a light source claim 1 , andthe display portion emits light by guiding a light irradiated to the exposed portion from the light source.3. The display switch according to claim 1 , wherein the held portion is connected to a push switch for turning the light source on/off by pressing. This application is a continuation of PCT application No. PCT/JP2013/062868, which was filed on Apr. 26, 2013 based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2012-108055 filed on May 9, 2012, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.The invention relates to a display switch, and more particularly to a display switch provided on a switch knob for a vehicle.In a conventional switch knob A, as shown in , a pressing bar is formed by a light guidable material and is extended from a center back surface of a knob operation surface toward a light-emitting surface of an input member of a push button switch to guide light, which is incident from the light-emitting surface , to a display portion . When the knob operation surface is pressed, the ...

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Номер записи: 80
12-02-2015 дата публикации

ATTACHMENT STRUCTURE OF LIGHTING DEVICE

Номер: US20150043229A1
Автор: HOSHI Yuichiro, Suzuki Masanori, Yamato Noriyuki
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An attachment structure of a lighting device has: a holder provided on a top surface of a door pocket that constitutes a door lining, the lighting device being placed in the holder; walls for fixing the lighting device placed in the holder; a light source supporting part; and a connector supporting part. In this case, the attachment structure and the top surface of the door pocket are configured integrally.

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Номер записи: 81
12-02-2015 дата публикации

LIGHTING APPARATUS AND VEHICLE

Номер: US20150043230A1
Автор: BACHHUBER Martin, SCHMID FRANK
Принадлежит: DIEHL AEROSPACE GMBH

The invention relates to a lighting apparatus (), in particular reading lamp, for recessing in a trim () of a passenger cab of a vehicle, in particular a land vehicle, aircraft, or watercraft, in which a first light-emitting device () is held pivotably on a recess-mounting frame () so that a light-emitting direction of the first light-emitting device () with respect to the recess-mounting frame () is changeable. In order to simplify the design of a lighting apparatus () for illuminating a passenger cab, the invention proposes that the recess-mounting frame () has, on its visible side (S), a second light-emitting device () which at least sectionally surrounds the first light-emitting device () and which is fitted invariably in respect of its light-emitting direction on the recess-mounting frame (). 1. A lighting apparatus for recessing in a trim of a passenger cab of a vehicle , in which a first light-emitting device is held pivotably on a recess-mounting frame so that a light-emitting direction of the first light-emitting device with respect to the recess-mounting frame is changeable , whereinthe recess-mounting frame has, on its visible side (S), a second light-emitting device which at least sectionally surrounds the first light-emitting device and which is fitted invariably in respect of its light-emitting direction on the recess-mounting frame.2. The lighting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the second light-emitting device is in the form of a ring and surrounds the first light-emitting device.3. The lighting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first light-emitting device comprises at least one first LED and a controller claim 1 , with which a brightness and/or a colour of a light generated by the first LED is optionally adjustable.4. The lighting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the second light-emitting device has claim 1 , for light output claim 1 , at least one transparent light output means with a light output surface and a light ...

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Номер записи: 82
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Indoor Illuminating Device

Номер: US20150043232A1
Автор: Kosuke Yoshida
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corp

An indoor illuminating device includes a housing that has an opening part, a light source that is accommodated in the housing by being inserted into the housing via the opening part of the housing, electric wires that are led in the housing via the opening part of the housing, and supplies electric power to the light source, and a cover that covers the opening part of the housing. A plurality of through holes are formed between the housing and the cover in a state where the cover is installed to the housing. The electric wires are drawn out from the housing via the through holes. The cover is formed with a rib to which a corrugated tube through which the electric wires are inserted is fixed by being wound with tape.

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Номер записи: 83
18-02-2016 дата публикации

SLIDING VISOR

Номер: US20160046175A1
Автор: Busha Bryan Wesley, Hinds Leslie Raymond, Huff David Lee, Wieczorek Joseph Peter, Woodward Donald Joseph
Принадлежит: Irvin Automotive Products, Inc.

A sliding sun visor for use in a vehicle is disclosed. The sun visor includes a first and second visor body shell. At least one of the shells having a retaining channel for engaging and retaining a floating carrier on a visor pivot rod. It is also contemplated that the sun visor may have a snap in vanity system and rotating pin on a D-ring associated therewith. The visor body also may include a wire routing option to route a wire from the electrical system of a vehicle to a light bulb in a vanity. 1. A vanity for use with a visor in a vehicle , said vanity comprising:a frame;a door pivotally connected to said frame;a mirror arranged in and secured to said frame in part by a flex hook; anda connecting flange arranged from a bottom surface of said frame.2. The vanity of further comprising a door spring arranged between said frame and said door.3. The vanity of further comprising a light and a lens.4. The vanity of further comprising a locking shoulder arranged on said bottom surface of said frame.5. The vanity of wherein said locking shoulder is arranged on an opposite end of said frame from said connecting flange.6. The vanity of wherein said locking shoulder and said connecting flange form a snap in vanity claim 5 , the vanity is secured to the visor without fasteners.7. The vanity of further comprising a spring arranged on said frame.8. The vanity of further comprising a locking tab adjacent to said spring claim 7 , said locking tab and said spring in part secure said mirror to said frame.9. The vanity of wherein said lens having a lens tab claim 3 , said lens tab in part positions said mirror with respect to said frame.10. The vanity of wherein said door springs having a generally U-shape when viewed from a side.11. The vanity of wherein said door spring is arranged in a pocket of said frame.12. The vanity of further comprising a cam arranged on said door claim 11 , said door spring having another end engaged with said cam.13. The vanity of wherein said door ...

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Номер записи: 84
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Receptacle

Номер: US20160046233A1
Автор: Ronald A. Bozio, Scott Allen Hansen
Принадлежит: Johnson Controls Technology Co

A receptacle for a vehicle interior is configured to provide light from a light source. The receptacle includes a base, a wall extending from the base to form an opening and providing an outlet into the opening, a guide for transmitting light along the base, and a guide for transmitting light along the wall. When light is provided beneath the base by the light source, light is transmitted through the guide along the base and into the guide along the wall.

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Номер записи: 85
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Dynamic Lighting Apparatus and Method

Номер: US20170043712A1
Автор: Alexander George, Dias Eduardo, Gaszczak Anna, Hardy Robert, Paszkowicz Sebastian, Popham Thomas
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The present disclosure relates to a method for selectively highlighting visual zones () associated with a vehicle (V). A point of origin () and a gaze direction of a vehicle occupant are determined and a virtual projection (Pv) plotted corresponding to the gaze of the vehicle occupant. The virtual projection extends from the determined point of origin (O) in a direction of the determined gaze direction. With reference to a three-dimensional model (CMOD) comprising a plurality of pre-defined areas of interest, an intersection of the virtual projection (Pv) with one of the plurality of areas of interest is identified. The method comprises controlling an illumination source (Ln) that is associated with the determined one of said plurality of areas of interest so as to highlight a visual zone () associated with the vehicle (V). 1. A method for controlling illumination within a vehicle , the method comprising:determining three-dimensional co-ordinates representing a point of origin in three-dimensional coordinate space based on a position of a vehicle occupant's head;determining a gaze direction of the vehicle occupant;using the determined point of origin and the determined gaze direction to plot a virtual projection, the virtual projection extending from the determined three-dimensional co-ordinates representing the point of origin in a direction of the determined gaze direction; andwith reference to a three-dimensional model comprising a plurality of predefined areas of interest, determining that the virtual projection has intersected one of the plurality of predefined areas of interest and controlling an illumination source that is associated with the one of the plurality of predefined areas of interest to highlight a visual zone associated with the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the three-dimensional model comprises a virtual representation of an interior portion of a cabin of the vehicle.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 86
15-02-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHT SYSTEM

Номер: US20180043822A1
Автор: Alamat Fayez, Ammar Ali, Antilla Steven J., Emrich Jason Robert, Lovejoy Megan May
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A light system for a vehicle is provided herein. The light system includes a trim member defining an aperture. A light guide is disposed within the aperture. The light guide has a proximal portion operably coupled with a light source. A lens is integrally formed with the light guide and is disposed at a distal portion of the light guide. A deformable attachment mechanism is integrally formed on the light guide between the proximal and the distal portions of the light guide. The light guide is compressively retained within the aperture by a forward portion of the attachment mechanism and a rearward portion of the lens. 1. A light system for a vehicle , comprising:a trim member defining an aperture;a light guide disposed within the aperture, the light guide having a proximal portion operably coupled with a light source;a lens integrally formed with the light guide and disposed at a distal portion of the light guide; anda deformable attachment mechanism integrally formed on the light guide between the proximal and the distal portions of the light guide, wherein the light guide is compressively retained within the aperture by a forward portion of the attachment mechanism and a rearward portion of the lens.2. The light system for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the light guide is formed from a flexible material.3. The light system for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the light guide claim 1 , the lens claim 1 , and the attachment mechanism are all formed from a common material.4. The light system for a vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the light guide is integrally formed with the lens and attachment mechanism in a single manufacturing process.5. The light system for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the trim member is disposed on a door panel within the vehicle.6. The light system for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the lens is configured to direct light emitted by the light source within a void defined between an armrest and a door panel.7. The light system for a vehicle of claim ...

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Номер записи: 87
15-02-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE LIGHT SYSTEM

Номер: US20180043823A1
Автор: Ammar Ali, Antilla Steven J.
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A vehicle light system is provided herein. The light system includes a trim member defining an aperture. A light guide is disposed within the aperture. The light guide has a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a body portion between the proximal and distal portions. The proximal portion includes a connector portion. A lens is integrally formed with the light guide and is disposed at a distal portion of the light guide. A connector is disposed over the connector portion of the light guide. The connector is operably coupled to a housing having a light source. 1. A vehicle light system , comprising:a trim member defining an aperture;a light guide disposed within the aperture, the light guide having a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a middle portion between the proximal and distal portions, wherein the proximal portion includes a connector portion;a lens integrally formed with the light guide and disposed at a distal portion of the light guide; anda connector disposed over the connector portion of the light guide, wherein the connector is operably coupled to a housing having a light source.2. The vehicle light system of claim 1 , wherein the light guide is formed from a flexible material.3. The vehicle light system of claim 1 , wherein the housing defines a light output window.4. The vehicle light system of claim 3 , wherein the light output window and connector portion of the light guide have a substantially similar cross section.5. The vehicle light system of claim 4 , wherein the connector is disposed over the light output window and defines one or more cavities that interact with one or more projections disposed on the housing to attach the connector to the housing.6. The vehicle light system of claim 1 , wherein the connector defines an elongated slot.7. The vehicle light system of claim 6 , wherein the elongated slot has a width that is less than a diameter of the middle portion of the light guide.8. A vehicle connector claim 6 , comprising:a bottom ...

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Номер записи: 88
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Vehicle Level Indicator Device

Номер: US20150048936A1
Автор: Carpani Anthony, Gleeson Gary
Принадлежит: Level Systems PTY Ltd

A level indicator device is disclosed for use in conjunction with a road vehicle such as a caravan, trailer, motor home or mobile crane and which comprises an electrically energised level sensor that is arranged to provide an output signal that is representative of a prevailing level of the sensor, a signal generator associated with the sensor and arranged in use to generate a signal that is representative of a substantially horizontal level when that level is sensed to prevail by the sensor. A radiofrequency signal transmitter is located in circuit with the signal generator and is arranged to transmit a radiofrequency signal that is modulated by the signal generated by the signal generator, and a remote receiver is provide and is arranged to receive and demodulate the radiofrequency signal. In one embodiment of the level indicator device the level sensor comprises a MEMS accelerometer that measures G-force in plural axes. Also disclosed is a vehicle level adjusting system for a road vehicle and which comprises a level indicator device as defined and a plurality of level adjusting devices, in the form of ramps or jacking actuators, that are arranged to effect levelling of the vehicle. 1. A level indicator device for use in conjunction with a road vehicle and which comprises an electrically energised level sensor that is arranged to provide an output signal that is representative of a prevailing level of the sensor , a signal generator associated with the sensor and arranged in use to generate a signal that is representative of a substantially horizontal level when that level is sensed to prevail by the sensor , a radiofrequency signal transmitter located in circuit with the signal generator and arranged to transmit a radiofrequency signal that is modulated by the signal generated by the signal generator , and a remote receiver that is arranged to receive and demodulate the radio frequency signal.2. A level indicator device as claimed in wherein the level sensor and ...

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Номер записи: 89
19-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL EQUIPPED WITH A LIGHT SENSOR FOR DETECTING AN ILLUMINATED POINTER POSITION

Номер: US20150049454A1
Автор: BLACKMER STEPHEN C., LIBURDI STEVEN A.
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A vehicle instrument panel assembly configured to determine an orientation angle of an illuminated pointer of the assembly. The assembly includes a pointer, and a sensor. The pointer is configured to emit light and rotate about a display surface of the assembly to point to indicia on the display surface. The sensor is configured to detect light emitted by the pointer when the pointer is oriented at a predetermined orientation angle relative to the display surface. 1. A vehicle instrument panel assembly configured to determine an orientation angle of an illuminated pointer of the assembly , said assembly comprising:a pointer configured to emit light and rotate about a display surface of the assembly to point to indicia on the display surface; anda sensor configured to detect light emitted by the pointer when the pointer is oriented at a predetermined orientation angle relative to the display surface.2. The assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the assembly includes a trim ring configured to direct light emitted by the pointer toward the sensor when the pointer is oriented at the predetermined orientation angle.3. The assembly in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the trim ring is configured to direct light emitted in a radial direction by the pointer toward the sensor.4. The assembly in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the sensor is located under the display surface claim 2 , and the trim ring includes a light pipe configured to direct light emitted by the pointer from the display surface to the sensor. This disclosure generally relates to vehicle instrument panel assembly, and more particularly relates to an assembly equipped with a sensor configured to detect light emitted by a pointer when the pointer is oriented at a predetermined orientation angle.When vehicle instrument panel assemblies with traditional pointers are manufactured, a camera is used to determine any offset error between the actual pointer location and a desired pointer location ...

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Номер записи: 90
16-02-2017 дата публикации

DRIVER MONITOR DEVICE

Номер: US20170046582A1
Автор: Hoshiya Kazumichi
Принадлежит:

A driver monitor device includes: multiple light sources for irradiating light toward a driver seat respectively; a shooting unit arranged at a position from which the shooting unit shoots a driver sitting on the driver seat; a driver detection unit detecting a position of a face or an eye of the driver based on information in an image shot by the shooting unit; a light source specifying unit specifying one of the light sources which irradiates an area of the face or the eye of the driver, according to a detection result of the driver detection unit; and a light source control unit controlling the light sources to turn on the one of the light sources specified by the light source specifying unit, and to turn off or dim another light source. 1. A driver monitor device comprising:a plurality of light sources each of which irradiates light toward a driver seat;a shooting unit that is arranged at a position from which the shooting unit shoots a driver sitting down on the driver seat;a driver detection unit that detects a position of a face or a position of an eye of the driver based on information in an image shot by the shooting unit;a light source specifying unit that specifies one of the light sources which irradiates an area of the face or the eye of the driver, according to a detection result of the driver detection unit; anda light source control unit that controls the plurality of light sources to turn on the one of the light sources specified by the light source specifying unit, and to turn off or dim another light source.2. The driver monitor device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a distance detection unit that detects a distance between the one of the light sources and the driver, wherein:the light source control unit adjusts a brightness of the one of the light sources according to a detection result of the distance detection unit.3. The driver monitor device according to claim 1 , wherein:the plurality of the light sources are mounted on a steering ...

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Номер записи: 91
25-02-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUNROOF WITH SWITCHABLE GLAZING AND SIDE-FIRING LIGHT EMITTING DIODES AND/OR METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20160052446A1
Автор: FREY Timothy J., Vandal Robert A.
Принадлежит:

Certain example embodiments relate to a vehicle window (e.g., sunroof). Side-firing LEDs are provided between first and second substantially parallel substrates and emit light towards central regions of the window. A liquid-crystal inclusive switchable film is provided between the first and second substrates. The liquid crystals are sized such that light received from the LEDs is redirected in a direction substantially normal to major surfaces of the first and second substrates. The switchable film is operable in at least first and second modes, with the window in the first mode having a visible transmission of less than 1%, and with the window in the second mode having a visible transmission of 7-15%. The switchable film and the LEDs are operable independently of one another in connection with the LEDs emitting light and the switchable film controlling visible transmission therethrough. 1. A sunroof for a vehicle , comprising:first and second glass substrates substantially parallel to one another;a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) provided between the first and second substrates and being configured to emit light towards central regions of the sunroof;a light scattering layer provided between the first and second substrates, the light scattering layer having light scatterers disposed therein, the light scatterers being sized and arranged in the light scattering layer and relative to the LEDs such that light received from the LEDs is redirected in a direction substantially normal to major surfaces of the first and second substrates.2. The sunroof of claim 1 , wherein the light scattering layer is a liquid-crystal inclusive switchable film and the scatterers are liquid crystals.3. The sunroof of claim 2 , wherein the liquid crystals have a mean diameter of about 0.5 microns.4. The sunroof of claim 2 , wherein the switchable film comprises a polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) film.5. The sunroof of claim 2 , wherein the switchable film is operable in at ...

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Номер записи: 92
25-02-2016 дата публикации

AMBIENT FUNCTIONAL LIGHTING OF A SEAT

Номер: US20160052447A1
Автор: Gardner Cornel Lewis, Salter Stuart C.
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A vehicle seating assembly includes a seat having a base including peripheral side ledges disposed on first and second sides of the seat. A seat cushion is disposed on the base and includes first and second independent thigh supports that extend forwardly over the base and define a forward ledge. A seatback is operably coupled to the seat and includes an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion includes a seatback cushion and a seatback support. A peripheral seatback cavity is located on first and second sides of the lower portion between the seatback cushion and the seatback support. At least one light source is disposed proximate the peripheral side ledges, the forward ledge, and the peripheral seatback cavity. 1. A vehicle seating assembly comprising:a seat including a base having peripheral side ledges disposed on first and second sides of the seat;a seat cushion disposed on the base and including first and second independent thigh supports that extend forwardly over the base and define a forward ledge;a seatback operably coupled to the seat and including an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the lower portion includes a seatback cushion and a seatback support, and wherein a peripheral seatback cavity is located on first and second sides of the lower portion between the seatback cushion and the seatback support; andat least one light source disposed proximate the peripheral side ledges, the forward ledge, and the peripheral seatback cavity.2. The vehicle seating assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source includes light emitting diodes.3. The vehicle seating assembly of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the seatback includes a seatback cushion and a seatback support claim 1 , and wherein a peripheral seatback cavity is disposed between the seatback cushion and the seatback support.4. The vehicle seating assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source is configured to warn a driver of a critical driving ...

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Номер записи: 93
26-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE-MOUNTED ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20150054646A1
Автор: Yuki Keizo
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The present invention has an object to improve usability of a vehicle-mounted electronic device. The vehicle-mounted electronic device is configured to execute, when unauthorized content is detected by an unauthorized content detecting unit, an audio reproduction restriction on a display device, and when a volume change operation is executed during the audio reproduction restriction, to cause the display device to display a message indicating that the volume change operation has been executed during the audio reproduction restriction. More specifically, the displayed message indicates that the audio reproduction restriction associated with the unauthorized content reproduction is executed and the volume change operation is also executed during the execution. Therefore, the volume can be changed when next content is reproduced, resulting in preventing unexpected high-volume audio from being outputted and thus improving usability. 18-. (canceled)9. A vehicle-mounted electronic device comprising: a display device; a control device connected to the display device; a reproducing device connected to the control device; and an unauthorized content detecting unit provided in at least one of the control device and the reproducing device , whereinthe control device is configured to execute, when unauthorized content is detected by the unauthorized content detecting unit, an audio reproduction restriction on the display device, and when a volume change operation is executed during the audio reproduction restriction, to cause the display device to display a message indicating that the volume change operation has been executed during the audio reproduction restriction.10. The vehicle-mounted electronic device according to claim 9 , whereinthe display device includes a front seat display device and a rear seat display device; and the control device is connected to the front seat display device and the rear seat display device, and whereinthe control device is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 94
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CONTROL NETWORK FOR LED-BASED LIGHTING SYSTEM IN A TRANSIT VEHICLE

Номер: US20170050560A1
Автор: Khor Chin Seong, Kuang Baixiong, Lin Jerry, Wang Yongchang
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A transit vehicle lighting system has a plurality of LED-based lighting fixtures for providing interior illumination. A control network comprises a plurality of slave nodes for controlling the LED-based lighting fixtures, and a master node for controlling the slave nodes. The master node may be connected to the slave nodes by a combined power/communication bus in a daisy chain fashion. The slave node may include a power regulator and a controller for providing a target current command to the power regulator, and may adjust the target current based upon temperature measurementsor a recorded age of the LEDs. An optical sensor may provide automatic dimming. A reduced number of LEDs may be used in an emergency mode. The lighting fixture may include a ceiling panel fixture and a riser panel attachable by way of a hinge mechanism. 1a plurality of LED-based lighting fixtures, each of said LED-based lighting fixtures comprising a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) collectively providing area lighting, and a plurality of slave nodes for controlling operation of the LEDs;a master node for controlling said slave nodes and thereby controlling the operation of said LED-based lighting fixtures;a power bus interconnecting said master node and slave nodes; anda communication bus interconnecting said master node and slave nodes.. A lighting system for a transit vehicle, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/796,734, filed Jul. 10, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/767,792, filed Feb. 14, 2013, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 11/850,659, filed Sep. 5, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,400,061, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/966,547 (formerly Ser. No. 11/779,260), filed on Jul. 17, 2007, all of which are hereby incorporated by reference as if set forth fully herein.1) Field of the InventionThe field of the present invention generally relates to ...

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Номер записи: 95
23-02-2017 дата публикации

PERSONALIZED AMBIENT LIGHTING

Номер: US20170050561A1
Автор: Lickfelt Brian K.
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According to one aspect, personalized vehicle ambient lighting on a vehicle is provided. Presence information associated with a user is detected. Image color information is captured from an image is taken by a camera such that the user is within the image. Image color information associated with the user is extracted from the image. Red, green, blue (RGB) color values indicative of a color associated with the user are created. A light emitting diode (LED) activation scheme based on the RGB color values associated with the user is generated. Portions of a plurality of RGB LEDs are activated based on the LED activation scheme. 1. A system for personalized vehicle ambient lighting on a vehicle , comprising:a vehicle entry sensor detecting presence information associated with a user;a camera comprising an image sensor capturing image color information from an image taken by the camera;a controller having a processor operably connected to the camera and controlling the camera to take the image when the user is in view of the camera;an image processor extracting image color information associated with the user from the image and creating red, green, blue (RGB) color values indicative of a color associated with the user, wherein the processor for the controller generates a light emitting diode (LED) activation scheme based on the RGB color values associated with the user;a first plurality of red, green, blue (RGB) LEDs; anda first LED driver connected to the controller and the first plurality of RGB LEDs and activating portions of the first plurality of RGB LEDs based on the LED activation scheme to produce personalized vehicle ambient lighting having a color matching the color associated with the user.2. The system of claim 1 , comprising:a second plurality of RGB LEDs; anda second LED driver connected to the controller and the second plurality of RGB LEDs and activating portions of the second plurality of RGB LEDs based on the LED activation scheme.3. The system of claim ...

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Номер записи: 96
23-02-2017 дата публикации

In-vehicle display apparatus, control method for controlling same, and non-transitory computer readable medium recording program

Номер: US20170050569A1
Автор: Hitoaki AKAHORI, Kazuhiro Morishita, Takashi Kuwabara, Terumitsu Suenaga
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co Ltd

An in-vehicle display apparatus has a display unit mounted on a mounting position of a rearview mirror in a vehicle cabin of a vehicle. The display unit includes an image displaying unit that displays an image taken by an imager mounted to the vehicle, and a half mirror disposed in front of the image displaying unit. The display unit changes an image to be displayed according to a lighting state of an interior lamp.

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Номер записи: 97
25-02-2016 дата публикации

LIGHT GUIDE DEVICE FOR ILLUMINATION

Номер: US20160054505A1
Автор: GIGLIOTTI Paolo, SCAVINO Gianni
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A light guide device, comprising a light entrance part for receiving luminous radiation from a light source placed in front of it, and a light exit part configured for emitting the luminous radiation according to a distributed illumination pattern. The device includes: a first light guide member comprising a central light transmitting portion, on an end of which the light entrance part is formed, and a support portion connected to the central light transmitting portion and arranged concentrically therewith, and—a second light guide member comprising a shaft portion removably coupled to an end of the central light transmitting portion of the first light guide member, opposite to the light entrance part, and a light distributing portion connected to the shaft portion, on which the light exit part is formed. 1. A light guide device , comprising:a light entrance part for receiving luminous radiation from a light source placed in front of it, and a light exit part configured for emitting said luminous radiation according to a distributed illumination pattern, characterized by including a first light guide member comprising a central light transmitting portion, on an end of which said light entrance part is formed, and a support portion connected to the central light transmitting portion and arranged concentrically therewith; anda second light guide member comprising a shaft portion removably coupled to an end of the central light transmitting portion of the first light guide member, opposite to the light entrance part, and a light distributing portion connected to the shaft portion, on which said light exit part is formed.2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein said shaft portion has a cavity claim 1 , within which the end of the central light transmitting portion of the first light guide member claim 1 , opposite to the light entrance part claim 1 , is inserted.3. A device according to claim 2 , wherein the end of the central light transmitting portion of the first ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-03-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE AND VEHICLE SEAT BELT SYSTEM

Номер: US20160059778A1
Автор: Ghannam Mahmoud Yousef, HO Helinda, PAPPAS Bill, Philip Abraham G.
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A vehicle having seat belt system is provided. The vehicle includes a D-ring having a light source, a belt strap passing through the D-ring, a tongue connected to the belt strap, a buckle, and a controller programmed to illuminate the light source in response to a detected trigger condition. 1. A seat belt system for a vehicle seat comprising:a D-ring assembly including a visible light source;a tongue;an anchor;a retractable belt strap passing through the D-ring and tongue, and terminating at the anchor;a buckle configured to receive the tongue; anda controller programmed to, in response to a detected trigger condition requiring a vehicle occupant to locate the position of the D-ring, illuminate the visible light source.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the buckle includes a light source.3. A vehicle comprising:a D-ring having a visible light source;a belt strap passing through the D-ring;a tongue connected to the belt strap;a buckle; anda controller programmed to, in response to either a door of the vehicle being opened or an ignition of the vehicle being activated, illuminate the visible light source.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the controller is further programmed to illuminate the light source of the D-ring only if ambient light conditions fall below a predetermined threshold.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the controller is further programmed to illuminate the light source of the D-ring for a predetermined period of time after either the door of the vehicle is opened or the ignition of the vehicle is activated.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the controller is further programmed to illuminate the light source of the D-ring after the predetermined period of time if a seat of the vehicle is occupied.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the controller is further programmed to terminate the illumination of the light source of the D-ring if the belt strap is pulled from a stationary position and the tongue and buckle are engaged.8. The vehicle of claim ...

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Номер записи: 99
01-03-2018 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED VEHICLE CONSOLE

Номер: US20180056887A1
Автор: Cooprider Anthony Dwayne, Dunham Scott Holmes, Salter Stuart C.
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

An illuminated center console has an outer bin, an inner bin positioned within the outer bin, a light source positioned within the outer bin and configured to emit light into the inner bin, a first and a second support member positioned above the inner and outer bins, and at least one wireless charger positioned proximate the inner bin. 1. An illuminated center console comprising:an outer bin;an inner bin positioned within the outer bin;a light source positioned within the outer bin and configured to emit light into the inner bin;a first and a second support member positioned above the inner and outer bins; andat least one wireless charger positioned proximate the inner bin.2. The console of claim 1 , further comprising:a housing positioned around the outer bin, the housing defining an elongate opening configure to permit access to the inner bin.3. The console of claim 2 , wherein the first and second support members are positioned within the housing and are configured to cover the elongate opening.4. The console of claim 1 , wherein the inner bin comprises a reflective layer disposed on an interior surface of the inner bin.5. The console of claim 4 , wherein the at least one wireless charger is positioned on an exterior surface of the inner bin.6. The console of claim 1 , wherein the outer bin comprises a conductive material configured to minimize electromagnetic interference within the outer bin.7. The console of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of wireless chargers are disposed along an exterior surface of the inner bin.8. The console of claim 1 , wherein the light source is a light guide extending a length of the inner bin.9. An illuminated console comprising:a housing defining an elongate opening;a first support member and a second support member positioned within the housing and configured to extend over the elongate opening;an inner bin having an interior surface and an exterior surface;a light source positioned at a base of the inner bin; andat least one ...

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Номер записи: 100