Exterior mirror

US6848816B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Schefenacker Vision Systems Australia Pty Ltd · AU

Inventors

• Robert William Gilbert · McLaren Vale, AU
• Kash Munir · Adelaide, AU
• Mark Olijnyk · McLaren Vale, AU
• Patrick McCaffrey · Oodnadatta, AU
• Paul Schwarz · Adelaide, AU
• Alex Gersch · Adelaide, AU
• Paul Van De Loo · Norton Summit, AU
• Maarten J. Schuumans · Kingswood, AU
• Andrew D. Herps · Taree, AU
• Adam S. Peacock · Bridgewater, AU
• Richard G. Teal · Waterlooville, GB
• Chris Moase · Adelaide, AU

Key dates

• Filing date: Feb 9, 2001
• Grant date: Feb 1, 2005
• Expiry date: Jan 21, 2022

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B60R2001/1284
• WIPO field: Transport
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

The present application includes a vehicle mirror which includes an approach light in the attachment assembly. The approach light is a single light source positionable in relation to predetermined inputs for directing light to various areas, depending on the inputs. Additionally, an intercom system is provided for communication between the interior of the vehicle and exterior of the vehicle, by way of the vehicle mirror. Also, a remote sensor is utilized to set predetermined memory positions of interior vehicle components such as seats, steering columns and brake pedals. This allows customization of the interior components upon an individual's approach to the vehicle.