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Illumination mechanism for a vehicle entertainment device

US5477432A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 25, 1994
Grant dateDec 19, 1995
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Expiry dateApr 25, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Q3/66
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An illumination mechanism is provided for the receiving opening of an automobile entertainment device. The mechanism includes at least one light pipe fitted in the face of the entertainment device in close proximity to the area to be illuminated. This light pipe extends to a lamp or other light source otherwise used in the automobile for other illumination.

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