Vehicle instrument panel computer interface node
US6032089A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 1997 |
| Grant date | Feb 29, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/0005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A communication system includes a miniaturized palmtop computer which is information-coupled to a programmable node positioned in an instrument panel of a vehicle. The computer is removably resident in a pod or pocket of the instrument panel and communicates with a node either wirelessly or via a connectorized bus. Redundant radio and HVAC displays form at least one surface of the pod for use by vehicle operators not using the computer option.
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