System and method for light and image projection
US10558866B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 7, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S17/88
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, devices, and the like, for controlling the projection of an array of lights or an image from a headlight of a vehicle in response to information provided by one or more sensors or user inputs. The projection may be utilized to highlight an object in or near the path of travel of a vehicle. In another example, the headlight may be controlled to adjust the contrast across the field of view of the headlight. In addition, the system may project one or more images onto an object or surface either in the path of the vehicle or within the field of view of the headlight, projecting a “next step” in a series of navigation instructions onto the road, and/or projecting an indication of a movement of the vehicle to warn people around the vehicle of the movement of the vehicle. One or more visual effects may also be incorporated into the system to enhance the visibility of objects.
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