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Optical assembly for a light sensor, light sensor assembly using the optical assembly, and vehicle rearview assembly using the light sensor assembly

US9224889B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 3, 2012
Grant dateDec 29, 2015
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B19/0076
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An optical assembly is provided wherein the optical assembly includes a first optical element and a second optical element. The first optical element is configured to receive light and alter a transmission path of the light through the first optical element in a first direction and a second direction. The second optical element is configured to receive the light from the first optical element, and alter a transmission path of the light through the second optical element in the first and second directions. The light is passed through the second optical element, such that a sensor receives light from a field of view that is approximately 30 degrees to 60 degrees offset from a field of view of the sensor.

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