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Radio frequency control system

US5504478A · kind A · utility

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6References
15Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 12, 1994
Grant dateApr 2, 1996
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 12, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04B1/06
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A radio frequency control system is provided which is particularly adapted for use in connection with an automotive vehicle. The system includes code generating means and a radio frequency transmitter operatively associated with the code generating means. A first antenna is provided which is connected to the transmitter, and a radio frequency receiver is provided which is connected to a second antenna. Decoding means is connected to the receiver and includes at least one output adapted to control a safety unit. At least one of the antennas is incorporated in a rearview mirror installed on a vehicle.

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