Compass based car locator
US7911337B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R25/24
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A remote keyless entry system is provided comprising a handheld remote keyless entry transmitter in selectable wireless communication with a car based entry system. The handheld remote keyless entry transmitter comprises an integrated electronic compass element and logic adapted to store a first compass direction when activated and directed towards a destination. The logic further is adapted to display a return compass direction and a return distance from the car based entry system when activated leaving the destination.
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