Printable sensors for plastic glazing
US7567183B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2605/006
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for sensing environmental conditions on a window assembly. The system includes a transparent panel and a sensor integrated onto the panel. The sensor being configured to sense environmental changes on the panel. The sensor may comprise conductive inks that are printed onto the window assembly. The window assembly may comprise a plastic panel, such as a multilayer polycarbonate panel such that a portion of the sensor may be located on the one layer of the panel while another portion of the sensor overlaps the first portion on a second layer of the window. The sensor may be a resistive or capacitive sensor and may be configured to detect changes in one or more environmental conditions, such as temperature or moisture. Further, the sensor may be in electrical communication with a controller configured for control various vehicle subsystems based on the sensor.
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