Light manifold for automotive light module
US7160010B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 15, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A light manifold for an automotive light module emitting light to the side of a longitudinal axis along which light is to be directed. The light module is structured in a manner that permits the creation of light distribution patterns for particular functions, such as the stop light function for an automobile, that are otherwise difficult to effectively produce.
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