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Mini-trip computer for use in a rearview mirror assembly

US6218934A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 21, 1999
Grant dateApr 17, 2001
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2001/1215
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A trip computer is incorporated into a rearview mirror assembly for displaying trip information to the driver of a motor vehicle. The mirror assembly includes a reflective element, a housing for the reflective element, a trip computer for determining vehicle trip information, and a display device for displaying the vehicle trip information, where the display device is electrically connected to the trip computer and embedded within the reflective element.

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