Tool for applying a protective film to a lens of a LIDAR sensor
US11480677B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 23, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B27/0955
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tool for applying a protective film to a lens of a light detection and ranging (LIDAR) sensor is disclosed. The tool includes at least one cover, a film spindle, a film roller, and a pivot bar. The at least one cover has an elongated shape with a first end and a second end opposite of the first end. The film spindle is mounted to the at least one cover adjacent to the second end thereof. The film spindle is configured to hold a roll of the protective film. The film roller is mounted to the at least one cover adjacent to the first end thereof. The film roller is configured to apply the protective film onto the lens. The pivot bar has a first end configured to be pivotally attached to the LIDAR sensor and a second end pivotally attached to the at least one cover.
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