Ambient lighting for vehicle interior floor console
US7810969B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q3/51
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A floor console to provide ambient lighting in the interior of a vehicle is disclosed. The floor console includes lighting elements strategically positioned to illuminate the footwells of the vehicle, the cupholders, and the storage bin. The same lighting element may be used to illuminate one or more of the cupholders and the storage bin. The preferred lighting element is an LED while other lighting elements may be used. The floor console is also provided with wiring and an ECU and may be readily connected to the vehicle's power system.
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