Adaptive vehicle cabin light

US8876342B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Flextronics AP, LLC · US

Inventors

• Frank Wimbert · Owen, DE
• Philip Hupfer · Eßlingen, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: May 31, 2012
• Grant date: Nov 4, 2014
• Expiry date: Nov 23, 2032

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B60Q3/80
• WIPO field: Transport
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an adaptable vehicle cabin light, with which in all seating positions of a vehicle seat, reading conditions are optimal. The vehicle seat is adjustable. Each position of the vehicle seat has a corresponding reading area. The vehicle cabin light includes one or more light sources that align with the different reading areas. As the vehicle seat moves, the illumination moves with it. In some embodiments, the one or more light sources are controlled by a control unit which selectively turns on a group of the one or more light sources to illuminate the corresponding reading area of the position of the vehicle seat. In some embodiments, the one or more light sources are enclosed in an adjustable optics, wherein movements of the adjustable optics are controlled by the control unit.