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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 dateDec 10, 2015
Grant dateDec 3, 2019
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Expiry dateSep 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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