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Modular element for motor vehicle indicator lights

US5490048A · kind A · utility

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19Claims
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Filing dateOct 29, 1993
Grant dateFeb 6, 1996
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Expiry dateOct 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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