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Exterior mirror having an attachment member including an approach light

US6981789B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 20, 2004
Grant dateJan 3, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 20, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R1/1207
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An exterior mirror assembly including an attachment member for supporting an approach light. The attachment member interconnects a mirror housing to a vehicle and includes an opening for receiving a lens. Light projects through the lens from the attachment member in order to illuminate a predetermined area in proximity to the vehicle. A light source may be housed within the support member or, alternatively, a light source may be housed interior to the vehicle and a light path transport light from the light source to the lens for projection from the support member.

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