公开(公告)号：US20080266389A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-30

申请号：US12118121

申请日：2008-05-09

Applicant: Darryl P. DeWind ,  Mark E. Kramer ,  Andrew D. Weller ,  Peter J. Whitehead ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Niall R. Lynam

Inventor： Darryl P. DeWind ,  Mark E. Kramer ,  Andrew D. Weller ,  Peter J. Whitehead ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Niall R. Lynam

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  B60R1/12 ,  G09G5/40 ,  G02B27/01

CPC classification number: B60R1/12 ,  B60K35/00 ,  B60K37/06 ,  B60K2350/1024 ,  B60K2350/1028 ,  B60R11/0235 ,  B60R2001/1215 ,  B60R2001/1253 ,  B60R2011/0082 ,  G01C21/265

Abstract: A video mirror system suitable for use in a vehicle includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having a reflective element and a video display screen module. The video display screen module may have a metallic enclosure and at least one of (a) a polarizer film and (b) a brightness enhancing film, and includes a liquid crystal display panel that is back lit by a plurality of white light emitting light emitting diodes. The video display screen module is fixedly disposed to the rear of the reflective element or near the reflective element or is extendable from a position at the rear of the reflective element to a position near the reflective element. The video display screen module, when activated, displays video images viewable by the driver and having a driver-viewable display luminance of at least about 700 candelas per square meter when viewable by the driver during daytime viewing.

Abstract translation: 适用于车辆的视频镜系统包括具有反射元件和视频显示屏模块的内部后视镜组件。 视频显示屏模块可以具有金属外壳和（a）偏振片和（b）亮度增强膜中的至少一个，并且包括由多个白色发光发光的背光照亮的液晶显示面板 二极管。 视频显示屏模块固定地设置在反射元件的后部或反射元件的附近，或者可以从反射元件的后部的位置延伸到靠近反射元件的位置。 视频显示屏幕模块在被激活时，显示驾驶员可视的视频图像，并且当驾驶员在白天观看期间可观看时具有至少约700烛光/平方米的驾驶员可视显示亮度。

公开(公告)号：US07156358B2

公开(公告)日：2007-01-02

申请号：US10887298

申请日：2004-07-08

Applicant: Philip A March ,  Andrew D Weller ,  Timothy G Skiver ,  Mark R Brummel ,  Niall R Lynam

Inventor： Philip A March ,  Andrew D Weller ,  Timothy G Skiver ,  Mark R Brummel ,  Niall R Lynam

IPC: F16M13/00 ,  F16C11/06

CPC classification number: F16M11/14 ,  B60R1/04 ,  F16C11/06 ,  F16M11/2078 ,  F16M13/02 ,  F16M2200/022 ,  Y10T403/32311

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror assembly for vehicles incorporates a reflective mirror element and a first polymeric pivot joint allowing pivotal adjustment of the field of view of the reflective element. The assembly includes a polymeric support element, a polymeric rearview mirror mount, and a second polymeric pivot joint. The polymeric support element includes one of a first polymeric ball member and a first polymeric socket. The polymeric rearview mirror mount is adapted for attachment to an interior portion of the vehicle. The support element pivots on the second polymeric pivot joint about the rearview mirror mount. At least one of the pivot joints includes joint members generating increased frictional resistance to movement of a ball member in a socket, such joint members preferably comprising a textured surface on the ball member or socket.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的内部后视镜组件包括反射镜元件和允许对反射元件的视野的枢转调节的第一聚合枢轴接头。 组件包括聚合物支撑元件，聚合物后视镜安装座和第二聚合枢轴接头。 聚合物支撑元件包括第一聚合物球构件和第一聚合物插座中的一个。 聚合后视镜安装座适于附接到车辆的内部。 支撑元件围绕后视镜安装座枢转在第二聚合枢轴接头上。 枢轴接头中的至少一个包括联接构件，其产生对球构件在插座中的移动的增加的摩擦阻力，这种接合构件优选地包括球构件或插座上的纹理表面。

公开(公告)号：US20130321496A1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-05

申请号：US13482488

申请日：2012-05-29

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  John A. VanderPloeg ,  Ethan J. Lee

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  John A. VanderPloeg ,  Ethan J. Lee

IPC: G09G3/36 ,  G02F1/1335 ,  G09G5/10 ,  F21V8/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/0078 ,  G02F1/133615 ,  G02F2201/465 ,  G09G3/3406 ,  G09G2380/10

Abstract: An edge-lit backlight assembly is provided for backlighting a display. The backlight assembly may include: a light guide having a first segment and a second segment disposed within a common plane; a first light emitting diode disposed along an edge of the first segment of the light guide such that light emitted from the first light emitting diode propagates through the first segment; and a second light emitting diode disposed along an edge of the second segment of the light guide such that light emitted from the second light emitting diode propagates through the second segment. The first segment of the light guide is at least partially optically isolated from the second segment such that light emitted from the first light emitting diode is at least partially blocked from propagating through the second segment.

Abstract translation: 提供用于背光显示器的边缘照明组件。 背光组件可以包括：光导，其具有设置在公共平面内的第一段和第二段; 沿着所述光导的所述第一部分的边缘设置的第一发光二极管，使得从所述第一发光二极管发出的光传播通过所述第一部分; 以及沿着光导的第二段的边缘设置的第二发光二极管，使得从第二发光二极管发射的光通过第二段传播。 光导的第一段至少部分地与第二段光学隔离，使得从第一发光二极管发射的光至少部分地被阻止不通过第二段传播。

公开(公告)号：US08465162B2

公开(公告)日：2013-06-18

申请号：US13470868

申请日：2012-05-14

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

IPC: G02B7/182

CPC classification number: B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror system for a vehicle includes an interior rearview mirror assembly and an information display. The display is disposed in the interior rearview mirror assembly rearward of a transflective mirror reflector of an electrochromic reflective element of the mirror assembly. Information display intensity of the display is adjustable responsive to determination of a light level at the mirror assembly by a photosensor of the mirror assembly. The display is operable to display information for viewing by the driver of the vehicle, and the information at least includes video images captured by a camera of the vehicle. A control of the mirror assembly is in communication with a network bus of the equipped vehicle when the mirror assembly is normally mounted in the vehicle. A reflectance level of the electrochromic reflective element is controlled at least responsive to a determination of a light level by the photosensor.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的内部后视镜系统包括内部后视镜组件和信息显示器。 显示器设置在内部后视镜组件后面的反射镜组件的电致变色反射元件的半透反射镜反射器的后面。 响应于通过反射镜组件的光电传感器确定反射镜组件处的光级，显示器的信息显示强度是可调节的。 显示器可操作以显示车辆驾驶员观看的信息，并且该信息至少包括由车辆的照相机拍摄的视频图像。 当镜组件通常安装在车辆中时，镜组件的控制与配备的车辆的网络总线通信。 电致变色反射元件的反射率水平至少响应于光传感器对光级的确定而被控制。

公开(公告)号：US08355521B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-15

申请号：US12693726

申请日：2010-01-26

Applicant: Mark L. Larson ,  Andrew D. Weller ,  Joshua L. Barr ,  Eric P. Bigoness ,  Timothy R. Lambrix ,  Carol L. DeBoer ,  Joseph P. McCaw

Inventor： Mark L. Larson ,  Andrew D. Weller ,  Joshua L. Barr ,  Eric P. Bigoness ,  Timothy R. Lambrix ,  Carol L. DeBoer ,  Joseph P. McCaw

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R3/00 ,  B60R2001/1284 ,  H04N7/18 ,  H04R1/083 ,  H04R1/086 ,  H04R1/38 ,  H04R2499/13

Abstract: A vehicle interior rearview mirror assembly comprises an accessory, a reflective element and a bezel. The mirror assembly may define portions of a pocket that at least partially receives and secures the accessory therebetween when the reflective element is at least partially received in the bezel. The mirror assembly may include a microphone and an acoustic cover positioned at least partially over one or more inlet ports of the microphone. The acoustic cover may include an outer air flow limiting layer that substantially limits air flow therethrough and a diffusing material that may space and support the outer layer from the inlet ports to substantially diffuse air flow that penetrates the outer layer. An acoustic barrier may be positioned between a pair of inlet ports of the microphone to enhance the directivity of the microphone.

Abstract translation: 车辆内部后视镜组件包括附件，反射元件和边框。 反射镜组件可以限定凹部的部分，当反射元件至少部分地被容纳在边框中时，腔的至少部分地接收和固定附件。 反射镜组件可以包括至少部分地位于麦克风的一个或多个入口端口上的麦克风和声学盖。 声学覆盖物可以包括基本上限制通过其中的空气流动的外部空气流动限制层，以及扩散材料，其可以从入口端口空间并支撑外层，从而基本上扩散穿透外层的空气流。 声屏障可位于麦克风的一对入口之间，以增强麦克风的方向性。

公开(公告)号：US20120224066A1

公开(公告)日：2012-09-06

申请号：US13470868

申请日：2012-05-14

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

IPC: H04N7/18

CPC classification number: B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror system for a vehicle includes an interior rearview mirror assembly and an information display. The display is disposed in the interior rearview mirror assembly rearward of a transflective mirror reflector of an electrochromic reflective element of the mirror assembly. Information display intensity of the display is adjustable responsive to determination of a light level at the mirror assembly by a photosensor of the mirror assembly. The display is operable to display information for viewing by the driver of the vehicle, and the information at least includes video images captured by a camera of the vehicle. A control of the mirror assembly is in communication with a network bus of the equipped vehicle when the mirror assembly is normally mounted in the vehicle. A reflectance level of the electrochromic reflective element is controlled at least responsive to a determination of a light level by the photosensor.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的内部后视镜系统包括内部后视镜组件和信息显示器。 显示器设置在内部后视镜组件后面的反射镜组件的电致变色反射元件的半透反射镜反射器的后面。 响应于通过反射镜组件的光电传感器确定反射镜组件处的光级，显示器的信息显示强度是可调节的。 显示器可操作以显示车辆驾驶员观看的信息，并且该信息至少包括由车辆的照相机拍摄的视频图像。 当镜组件通常安装在车辆中时，镜组件的控制与配备的车辆的网络总线通信。 电致变色反射元件的反射率水平至少响应于光传感器对光级的确定而被控制。

公开(公告)号：US08179236B2

公开(公告)日：2012-05-15

申请号：US12759314

申请日：2010-04-13

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Mark L. Larson ,  Ian A. McCabe ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Joseph P. McCaw ,  John T. Uken

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Mark L. Larson ,  Ian A. McCabe ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Joseph P. McCaw ,  John T. Uken

IPC: B60Q1/00

CPC classification number: B60R1/10 ,  B60R1/02 ,  B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215 ,  B60R2001/1223 ,  B60R2001/1253 ,  G02F1/133308 ,  G02F1/133385 ,  G02F1/157 ,  G02F2201/44 ,  G02F2203/09

Abstract: A vehicular video mirror system includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having a transflective reflective element. The mirror system includes a video display device at a casing of the mirror assembly rearward of the transflective reflective element, with the video display device having a video screen and a plurality of individual white light emitting light sources operable for backlighting the video screen. The intensity of light emitted by the white light emitting light sources is variable responsive to detection of light by at least one photosensor. The video screen may be operable to display video images captured by a rear back-up camera of the equipped vehicle during a reversing maneuver of the equipped vehicle. Light emanating from the white light emitting light emitting diodes may pass through a brightness enhancement film and a light diffuser to be incident at a transflective reflector of a second substrate of the mirror assembly.

Abstract translation: 车载视频镜系统包括具有透反射反射元件的内部后视镜组件。 镜系统包括位于透镜反射元件后面的镜组件的壳体处的视频显示装置，视频显示装置具有视频屏幕和可操作用于背光视频屏幕的多个单独的白色发光光源。 由白光发射光源发射的光的强度随着至少一个光电传感器对光的检测而变化。 视频屏幕可操作以在配备的车辆的反转动作期间显示由配备的车辆的后备用摄像机捕获的视频图像。 从白色发光发光二极管发出的光可以通过亮度增强膜和光扩散器入射到反射镜组件的第二基板的透反射反射器。

公开(公告)号：US08177376B2

公开(公告)日：2012-05-15

申请号：US13284189

申请日：2011-10-28

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

IPC: G02B7/182

CPC classification number: B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror system for a vehicle includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having a mirror housing, an electro-optic reflective element and an information display. The information display is disposed in the mirror housing rearward of the transflective mirror reflector of the reflective element and is operable to display information for viewing by the driver of the vehicle, with the information including video images captured by a camera of the vehicle. Information displayed by the information display is viewable by the driver of the vehicle viewing through the transflective mirror reflector of the reflective element when the information display is displaying information, and, when the information display is not displaying information, the presence of the information display behind the transflective mirror reflector of the reflective element is substantially not discerned by the driver of the vehicle normally viewing the reflective element in the vehicle.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的内部后视镜系统包括具有镜壳体，电光反射元件和信息显示器的内部后视镜组件。 信息显示装置设置在反射镜后面的反射镜壳体的后面，并且可操作以显示信息以供车辆的驾驶员观看，其中信息包括由车辆的照相机拍摄的视频图像。 当信息显示器正在显示信息时，由信息显示器显示的信息可以由通过反射元件的半透反射镜反射器观察的车辆的驾驶员看到，并且当信息显示器不显示信息时，信息显示器的存在在 反射元件的透反射反射镜基本上不被车辆的驾驶员通常观察车辆中的反射元件所识别。

公开(公告)号：US20110058040A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-10

申请号：US12946310

申请日：2010-11-15

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Kenneth L. Schierbeek ,  Kenneth Schofield ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Troy O. Cooprider

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  B60R1/12 ,  G02B27/01 ,  G02F1/1335

CPC classification number: B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215

Abstract: An interior rearview information mirror system for a vehicle includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having a mirror housing and a reflective element, and includes an information display operable to display information for viewing by the driver of the equipped vehicle. The information display is disposed in the mirror housing rearward of the reflective element, and information displayed by the information display is viewable by the driver of the equipped vehicle viewing through the reflective element when the information display is displaying information. The interior rearview mirror assembly includes a forward facing camera having a forward field of view in the direction of forward travel of the equipped vehicle, and the forward facing camera views through the windshield of the equipped vehicle when the interior rearview mirror assembly is normally mounted in the equipped vehicle.

Abstract translation: 一种用于车辆的内部后视信息镜系统包括具有镜壳体和反射元件的内部后视镜组件，并且包括可操作以显示信息的信息显示器，用于由配备的车辆的驾驶员进行观看。 信息显示器设置在反射镜后面的反射元件的后面，并且当信息显示器显示信息时，由信息显示器显示的信息可以由配备的车辆的驾驶员通过反射元件观看。 内部后视镜组件包括前置摄像机，其在所配备的车辆的向前行进方向上具有前视野，并且当内部后视镜组件通常安装在正面时，前向摄像机通过配备的车辆的挡风玻璃视图 装备的车辆。

公开(公告)号：US20100194890A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-05

申请号：US12759314

申请日：2010-04-13

Applicant: Andrew D. Weller ,  Mark L. Larson ,  Ian A. McCabe ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Joseph P. McCaw ,  John T. Uken

Inventor： Andrew D. Weller ,  Mark L. Larson ,  Ian A. McCabe ,  Niall R. Lynam ,  Rodney K. Blank ,  Joseph P. McCaw ,  John T. Uken

IPC: H04N7/18

CPC classification number: B60R1/10 ,  B60R1/02 ,  B60R1/12 ,  B60R2001/1215 ,  B60R2001/1223 ,  B60R2001/1253 ,  G02F1/133308 ,  G02F1/133385 ,  G02F1/157 ,  G02F2201/44 ,  G02F2203/09

Abstract: A vehicular video mirror system includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having a transflective reflective element. The mirror system includes a video display device at a casing of the mirror assembly rearward of the transflective reflective element, with the video display device having a video screen and a plurality of individual white light emitting light sources operable for backlighting the video screen. The intensity of light emitted by the white light emitting light sources is variable responsive to detection of light by at least one photosensor. The video screen may be operable to display video images captured by a rear back-up camera of the equipped vehicle during a reversing maneuver of the equipped vehicle. Light emanating from the white light emitting light emitting diodes may pass through a brightness enhancement film and a light diffuser to be incident at a transflective reflector of a second substrate of the mirror assembly.

Abstract translation: 车载视频镜系统包括具有透反射反射元件的内部后视镜组件。 镜系统包括位于透镜反射元件后面的镜组件的壳体处的视频显示装置，视频显示装置具有视频屏幕和可操作用于背光视频屏幕的多个单独的白色发光光源。 由白光发射光源发射的光的强度随着至少一个光电传感器对光的检测而变化。 视频屏幕可操作以在配备的车辆的反转动作期间显示由配备的车辆的后备用摄像机捕获的视频图像。 从白色发光发光二极管发出的光可以通过亮度增强膜和光扩散器入射到反射镜组件的第二基板的透反射反射器。