Illuminatable windshield assembly
US7275845B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62J17/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An illuminatable windshield assembly, preferably for use on a motorcycle, but adaptable for use on all types of vehicles. The illuminatable windshield assembly includes a windshield comprised of a translucent panel having an outer peripheral surface wherein the panel has an opening formed therein defining an edge in the panel, a plurality of light emitting diodes mounted within the opening and arranged to emit light into the edge for illuminating at least a portion of the windshield, a source of electrical power for the light emitting diodes, and an electrical circuit connecting the light emitting diodes to the source of electrical power. Preferably, the source of electrical power is a battery for a motorcycle, and the windshield has an ornamental design etched therein which is illuminated by the light emitting diodes.
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