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System and method to minimize contamination of a rear view camera lens

US9126546B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 13, 2011
Grant dateSep 8, 2015
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Expiry dateOct 13, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/82
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system for minimizing the accumulation of debris on a lens of a rear view camera of a vehicle, wherein the lens has a lens surface, includes a formed channel having a first end and a second end. The first end is in fluid communication with an external airstream effected by movement of the vehicle. The second end is disposed adjacent to the lens and is configured to direct a portion of the passing airstream over the lens surface.

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