Modular element for motor vehicle indicator lights
US5490048A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 1993 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S362/80
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An indicator light unit for a motor vehicle comprises a support element, at least one cover element, and at least one light emitting diode (LED), having a body, arranged between the support element and the cover element. The light unit comprises at least one elementary module having a frame, carrying at least one LED, the cover element being fixed to the frame. The frame comprises: an aperture associated with each LED for passage of the light emitted by the LED, each of the latter being located in line with a corresponding one of these apertures, the cover element or elements being in facing relationship with these apertures; and means for fixing the module on the support element.
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