Dashboard and method for assembling a dashboard
US9358923B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dashboard for automobiles includes at least one display area including a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is located in a first extension plane while the second portion is located in a second extension plane. The second extension plane is parallel to the first extension plane and is offset relative to the first extension plane in the direction of the user of the dashboard such that the second portion forms a diaphragm opening at least partially around the first portion, and the first portion is located in a central area of the dashboard. The dashboard includes a light source, and the display area comprises a frame member for defining the first portion, wherein the light source comprises a first portion for backlighting the first portion, as well as a second portion in which the light source extends beyond the first portion of the display area.
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