Electro-optic rearview mirror for automotive vehicles
US5808778A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 11, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2001/1215
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electro-optic rearview mirror which has improved glare-reducing properties and in which the electro-optic medium in a darkened state has enhanced transmittance of visible light in the generally orange, red and near infrared wavelengths. If desired, the electro-optic rearview mirror embodying the invention may incorporate display means which shines through the electro-optic medium, the peak emission of the display means substantially corresponding with the enhanced transmittance of the electro-optic medium whereby the brightness of the display means is increased.
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