Rearview mirror support bracket with retaining protrusion, rearview mirror case and reflective element
US5572354A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C11/06
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A support bracket for mounting a mirror on a vehicle, the support bracket having at one end means for mounting the bracket onto a vehicle and means at the other end for mounting a mirror. The means for mounting the mirror comprises retaining means to substantially prevent disengagement of the mirror from the bracket. A rearview mirror case is disclosed wherein the case comprises a case body having an integrally formed socket for receiving one end of a complementary support bracket. A rearview mirror is disclosed comprising a reflective element actuatable between at least two reflective conditions and shock absorbing means abutting a rear surface of the reflective element.
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