Vehicle wheel assembly external illumination lamp
US9283819B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q2400/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle tire pressure indicator and tire illumination assembly is provided. The assembly includes a light source located on the body of a vehicle near the wheel well and oriented to direct light onto a wheel assembly having a tire. A tire pressure indicator detects air inflation pressure of the tire. The light source illuminates the wheel assembly with a desired color to indicate a tire pressure status based on the detected tire pressure. In addition, the light source may be illuminated to provide puddle lamp and area lighting and turn signal indication.
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