Trailer backup assist system with multi-purpose camera in a side mirror assembly of a vehicle
US10496101B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2300/28
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A side mirror assembly of a vehicle is provided herein. The side mirror assembly includes a body portion and a camera mounted to the body portion for capturing images of a rear and a side-vehicle operating environment. The camera includes a horizontal field of view angle defined by a first horizontal extent intersecting a centerline longitudinal axis of the vehicle and a second horizontal extent making an angle with a lateral axis of the vehicle that intersects the camera.
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