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Control and display module for motor vehicles

US9433116B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 25, 2012
Grant dateAug 30, 2016
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Expiry dateDec 16, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60K2360/1438
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a control and display module for motor vehicles, comprising: a display screen for displaying data; a touchpad for entering user commands, said touchpad at least partially overlapping the display screen; and a casing in which the display screen and the touchpad are housed, said casing comprising a front frame. The module is characterized in that: the casing includes an internal rim protruding between the display screen and the touchpad, which rim maintains the display screen in position in the casing; and the control and display module also comprises a seal including a first portion inserted between the internal rim of the casing and the display screen and a second portion extending beyond the internal rim towards the center of the display screen.

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