Abstract: A system includes a vehicle and a smart display sheet adhered to a component of the vehicle or integrally formed into a component of the vehicle, wherein the flexible smart display sheet is capable of displaying at least one image. The system may further include a substrate layer, a display panel disposed on the substrate layer, wherein the display panel is capable of displaying the at least one image, and a protective layer disposed on the display panel capable of protecting the at least one display panel from environmental elements. The system may further include an adhesive or magnetic layer that adheres the smart display sheet to the component of the vehicle.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a support frame and an electronic sign. The support frame may include a base with elasticity, a first support portion including a first support plate and a first engaging portion, and a second support portion including a second support plate and a second engaging portion. Bottom ends of the first support plate and the second support plate are respectively connected to opposite ends of the base. Top ends of the first support plate and the second support plate extend in a direction closing to each other, and are disposed separately. The first engaging portion is disposed on a surface of the first support plate facing away from the second support plate, the second engaging portion is disposed on a surface of the second support plate facing away from the first support plate. Each of the two engaging portions can be respectively engaged with a display structure.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a display wall mount, configured for mounting a display on a wall. The display wall mount includes a first connecting mechanism, an intermediate connecting mechanism and a second connecting mechanism. The first connecting mechanism is coupled to the wall. The first connecting mechanism includes a wall plate coupled to the wall and a connecting frame capable of sliding relative to the wall plate. The second connecting mechanism is coupled to the display. Two ends of the intermediate connecting mechanism are rotatablely coupled to the connecting frame and the second connecting mechanism respectively. The display wall mount can adjust the mounting position of the connecting frame conveniently, thereby facilitating to adjust the mounting position of the display. The display can adjust a viewing angle through the first connecting mechanism, the intermediate connecting mechanism and the second connecting mechanism, which is convenient for using.

Abstract: A display device and a gate driving circuit are disclosed. The display device includes a display panel comprising a plurality of data lines, a plurality of gate lines and a plurality of pixels arranged in a matrix in which the plurality of data lines and the plurality of gate lines intersect with each other; a system controller that sends image data of an input image to a display driver; and the display driver that drives the display panel by decreasing the number of shifts in gate signals applied to gate lines in a second area as compared with a first area. The first area is an area in which the input image is to be displayed in a first resolution in the display panel, and the second area is an area in which the input image is to be displayed in a second resolution smaller than the first resolution in the display panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a display frame for graphic advertising material that is suited for use with a pricing system. The frame has a flat body which is traversed by parallel lipped channels that releasably receive inserts. The frame is moulded from plastics material with webs of the channels provided by connectors. The inserts are configured to display pricing in a manner that allows variation and these allow for pricing changes to be made while the same graphic material is maintained on the display frame. The graphic material may also be provided by inserts and removably secured in the channels. In a preferred embodiment, the frame has movable clamping-rails along outer edges. The clamping-rails are resiliently biased into a closed condition by clips with resiliently deformable cam formations to retain a suitably sized poster and/or transparent screen against the front side of the frame. The clamping-rails and clips for biasing the rails are also moulded from plastics material.

Abstract: A display device includes a display panel including sub-pixels, a first driver adjacent to a first side of the display panel to generate first signals, and a second driver adjacent to the first side to generate second signals. The display panel includes vertical lines including one ends disposed at the first side to apply the first signals to the sub-pixels, diagonal lines crossing the vertical lines to apply the second signals to the sub-pixels, and crossing lines crossing the vertical and diagonal lines. The diagonal lines include first diagonal lines including one ends at the first side and second diagonal lines including one ends at a second side adjacent to the first side. The crossing lines include one ends at the first side and the other ends at the second side. The crossing lines receive the second signals and apply the second signals to the second diagonal lines.

Abstract: A numerical display apparatus comprises a frame structure means and a numeric display means. The frame structure means may be comprised mainly of a base frame member and a display securing member. The display securing member is coupled to the base frame member so that it may be moved towards and away from the base frame member in a controlled manner. The numeric display means has multiple component members which are pivotally mounted to the frame structure means, and secured in place by the display securing member. Each component has at least two sides, with one side having a different feature, such as color, to distinguish between the two sides. Preferably, the non-distinguishing side should be have the same feature, such as color, of the display securing member. Some of the component members are mounted in a generally horizontal position upon the frame structure means, while others are mounted in a generally vertical position.

Abstract: A supporting assembly includes a base, a rotatable member, an electromagnet, and a switch. The base includes a main body and a first connection member. The first connection member is made of magnetic material. The first connection member protrudes from the main body and defines a first hole. The rotatable member includes a supporting member and a first shaft. The first shaft protrudes from the supporting member and passes through the first hole, thereby allowing the rotatable member to be rotatably connected to the base. The electromagnet is arranged on the supporting member and adjacent to the first shaft. The switch is electrically coupled between an external power supply and the electromagnet, and establishes or cuts off electrical connection between the external power supply and the electromagnet when the switch is turned on or turned off.

Abstract: A display assembly comprising a first display member and a second display member, wherein the first display member is at least partially superimposed upon, fixed to and rotated with respect to the second display member and the first and second display members can be selectively actuated.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a traffic sign system that has a number of information centers. A communication network provides a communication path between the information centers. The communication network is National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation Systems Protocol (NTCIP) compliant. A sign controller is in communication with the information centers through the communication network. A first sign has a first address with a local control link to the sign controller. The local control link is not National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation Systems Protocol compliant. A second sign has a second address with a second local control link to the sign controller. The second local control link is not National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation Systems Protocol compliant.

Abstract: A display apparatus comprises a transparent panel and a display system for displaying information through a light emitting array that is enclosed within the transparent panel.

Abstract: A setting apparatus (1) can displace push elements (5) in a sign display module (4), with the push elements (5) each being held in the display ducts (6) of the sign display module (4) and being displaceable from a first position in which the face surfaces (5a) of the push elements (5) are visible on a display surface (7) of the sign display module (4) to a second position in which said face surfaces (5a) are arranged substantially in a non-visible way at a distance behind the display surface (7) in the sign display module (4). In order to enable a flexible and rapid setting of a sequence of signs of random length on a sign display module, at least one receptacle (8) is provided for the sign display module (4) to be set and a setting device (3) is arranged in the receptacle (8) which causes the displacement of the push elements (5) during the insertion of the sign display module (4) into the receptacle (8).

Abstract: The configurations of a price display apparatus and a method thereof are provided in the present invention. The proposed price display apparatus includes a bistable display panel displaying a selling price of an item.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for an automobile message display device are provided. The device allows a user to compose a message on a first device, such as a cell phone, computer, or other personal electronic device and download the message to the automobile message display device. This download may be accomplished with a cable connection, or may be done wirelessly. A further embodiment allows for wireless reception of coded messages received from message transmitters. These messages are then displayed on the automobile message display device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an interactive advertising system and method of using the system. A plurality of removable RFID devices are disposed on a panel which is separate from an advertising graphic that is supported in an illuminated frame. Activation of one of the RFID devices illuminates a portion of the advertising graphic.

Abstract: A display assembly includes a first display element which displays letters, numbers, and/or images when power is applied to it and which continues to display the letters, numbers and/or images after the power is no longer applied to it; and a second display element which only operates whilst power is applied to it. The first display element may be a cholesteric panel or a bistable nematic panel, or may use e-ink technology to display letters, numbers and/or images. The second display element may comprise one or more light sources such as LEDs.

Abstract: A solar powered advertising apparatus comprising a digital display to display an advertisement heading, wherein the apparatus is configured to be affixable to an exterior of a printed directory. The apparatus comprises a memory to store a set of advertisement headings, with the advertisement headings stored in the memory prior to affixing the advertising apparatus to the printed directory. The advertising apparatus further comprises a set of buttons for selecting an advertisement heading to be displayed.

Abstract: A system for selectively revealing indicia includes a transitioning assembly that is configured to be retrofit with an existing dispenser. The transitioning assembly includes a transitioning window that is coupled to a switch that is configured to be mounted in operative contact with an actuator provided by the dispenser. Upon the engagement of the actuator, the switch is triggered, resulting in the transitioning window transitioning from an at least partially opaque state to an at least partially transparent state, so as to reveal indicia therebehind to an observer.

Abstract: A device that attaches to a card, such as a credit card, that displays a number. Typically, a user of the device sets the number.

Abstract: A sign for the display of perishable goods in a display case. The sign includes a front face and rear face, the front face being visible to a consumer when in use providing information to the consumer regarding the perishable goods. The rear face has at least one rotating dial, individual or folded panel for selection of at least one date on which the perishable goods would be removed from the display case.

Abstract: A displaying gain structure for an electronic nameplate includes a circuit board, a magnet assembly and a cover plate. The circuit board includes an LED portion on its front side, and a control element, an information access port, a battery holder and a switch on its back side to control operation of the LED portion. The magnet assembly includes a magnet unit and a metal sheet disposed on the back side of the circuit board, and is attached to clothes of a user by attraction between the magnet unit and the metal sheet such that information displayed by the LED portion is observable. The cover plate is mounted to the LED portion by an intermediate member and spaced apart from the circuit board by a distance. The cover plate further includes an optical display interface to enhance its optical gain.

Abstract: A setting apparatus (1) for displacing push elements (5) in a sign display module (4), with the push elements (5) each being held in the display ducts (6) of the sign display module (4) and being displaceable from a first position in which the face surfaces (5a) of the push elements (5) are visible on a display surface (7) of the sign display module (4) to a second position in which said face surfaces (5a) are arranged substantially in a non-visible way at a distance behind the display surface (7) in the sign display module (4). In order to enable a flexible and rapid setting of a sequence of signs of random length on a sign display module, at least one receptacle (8) is provided in accordance with the invention for the sign display module (4) to be set and a setting means (3) is arranged in the receptacle (8) which causes the displacement of the push elements (5) during the insertion of the sign display module (4) into the receptacle (8).

Abstract: An economical method for designing and implementing a computer-controlled illuminated sign from an array or a matrix array of individual light sources.

Abstract: An apparatus for displacing slide elements (3) in an apparatus for displaying characters, which consists of a basic part (1) comprising openings (3) for receiving the slide elements (3) and a visible surface (1a) and a reverse side opposite of the same, with the slide elements (3) being arranged in a displaceable manner from a first position to a second position in which the face surface (5) is arranged in the basic part (1) at a distance behind the visible surface (1a) and is substantially not visible. Two handle strips (7, 8) are provided which can be pressed against each other and on which there are arranged setting templates (16, 17) which are adjustable relative to each other and comprise positioning pins (34) which can be inserted into openings (2) of the basic part (1), and ) which can be introduced from both sides into the openings (2).

Abstract: A guardrail comprising a rail and an electronic display mounted on the rail. The display may be integrated with a bar code or RFID reader and a voice-recognition module.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying letters, numbers or symbols, especially for marking the prices of goods, with displaceable movable members arranged in a basic body. In order to provide an apparatus of the kind mentioned above which is small and versatile and allows displaying letters, numbers and symbols without requiring a store of the various characters and without requiring any complex puzzle-like composition of the letters, numbers or symbols in order to produce the desired information, it is provided that the movable members (3) are held in the opening (2) by means of a sliding seat or a loose fit.

Abstract: A mirror includes a housing, a mirror subassembly including a reflector layer with a portion defining an opening, and an indicia panel covering the opening and configured to form a visual display. At least one light source is positioned in the housing to pass light through the indicia panel and the opening of the mirror subassembly to selectively illuminate the visual display. The at least one light source emits a light matched in color to the indicia panel so that a maximum of light from the at least one light source passes through the indicia panel and is visible to a vehicle driver. Optimally, the light sources emit an amber colored light, and the indicia panel includes a diffusing layer also having an amber color.

Abstract: A display enclosure includes a case, a driver board assembly configured to provide signals to a display, a clamp assembly having a head configured to slidably engage the case and a protrusion configured to secure the driver board assembly to the case. A message center enclosure includes a case, a driver board assembly configured to generate a display, a pivot clamp assembly coupled to the case, and configured to couple the driver board assembly to the case, in a manner that is devoid of apertures through the driver board assembly for coupling the driver board assembly to the case. A method of manufacturing a message center enclosure includes obtaining a case having opposing first and second ends and at least one pivot clamp assembly, sliding a driver board assembly into the case, and sliding the pivot clamp assembly into the case.

Abstract: An improved address display device that can automatically adjust its light output intensity to ambient light conditions and is readily changeable to any address. The device can be remotely turned on by either a bright light or radio signal from an emergency vehicle. An LED 7-segment display with numerals and letters, 7-segment lamp tubes, a dot-matrix LED, electric bulbs or tubes, or any other display means produces a display visible and readable to a person with normal vision at a distance of exceeding 50 feet and preferably over 100 feet both day and night. A photocell or other ambient light sensing device automatically adjusts intensity for various ambient conditions such as bright sunlight, night, fog, or other conditions. The device contains a circuit that allows immediate adjustment or change of the address. There are at least two embodiments of this feature: 1) the ability to set each digit with switches, and 2) a counter circuit that causes the address to count when a button is depressed.

Abstract: A distributed electronic price display system includes a central computer communicating through a radio frequency system to receivers located preferably at a gondola unit between each aisle in a facility to display prices or other information. Each gondola unit may be controlled by a single controller, depending upon the size and number of shelves and number of electronic tags placed under the command of the single controller. Each level of control at the gondola redistributes information to the next level down by selectively enabling the receipt and re-transmission of the information at various routing points in the system, including master controllers, slave controllers and price tag modules. This process continues until the message is loaded into the electronic display. A change of price can be accomplished remotely from the central station by the use of a radio frequency terminal carried by an attendant.

Abstract: A variable image-display having an opaque substrate having a front surface which is observed by an observer, and a back surface opposing the front surface, and a plurality of pixel elements which are arranged on the front surface of the substrate in rows and columns. Each pixel element comprises a fixed part having the first fixed face which is fixed to the front surface of the substrate, the second fixed face adjacent to the first fixed surface, and a border line between the first fixed face and the second fixed face. An opaque shutter which is rotatable around an axis is in parallel with the border line between the fixed faces such that in a first static state, the second fixed face of the fixed part and the second observable face of the shutter are juxtaposed to form a first visible pixel, in a second static state, the first fixed surface of the fixed part and the first observable face of the shutter are juxtaposed to form a second visible pixel.

Abstract: A showcase for bills, placards and like affords only limited information if it is used as a way of catching the eye. To offer a person viewing same more information about for example products being promoted, the showcase of the invention has a display device supplied with digital picture or video signals by an internal computer controllable by a person viewing the showcase. The display device is visible through a window in the showcase wall and the bill, placard or the like. The showcase can be used in advertising for products and services.

Abstract: An assembly and method for providing audio/visual advertising to supplement standard print advertising is disclosed and described.

Abstract: A reflective safety, signal, and warning patch is disclosed that is attachable to clothing articles worn by an individual or to an object includes a plurality of reflective panels that can have a variety of geometric configurations that are arranged in either rows or columns on one surface of the patch, and each row and column of panels is mounted to the patch by a wire that extends through each panel of that respective row and column. Each panel incorporates a reflective, prismatic, or fluorescent material, and is capable of slidable movement on the wires to diffuse reflected light thus producing a broken-up pattern of light dissemination for enhancing the visibility of the light and the individual wearing the patch or patches, especially during the dusk, twilight, and nighttime hours.

Abstract: An improved address display device that can automatically adjust its light output intensity to ambient light conditions and is readily changeable to any address. The device can be remotely turned on by either a bright light or radio signal from an emergency vehicle. An LED 7-segment display with numerals and letters, 7-segment lamp tubes, a dot-matrix LED, electric bulbs or tubes, or any other display means produces a display visible and readable to a person with normal vision at a distance of exceeding 50 feet and preferably over 100 feet both day and night. A photocell or other ambient light sensing device automatically adjusts intensity for various ambient conditions such as bright sunlight, night, fog, or other conditions. The device contains a circuit that allows immediate adjustment or change of the address. There are at least two embodiments of this feature: 1) the ability to set each digit with switches, and 2) a counter circuit that causes the address to count when a button is depressed.

Abstract: A variable image-displaying member having an opaque substrate having a front surface which is observed by an observer, and a back surface opposing the front surface, and a plurality of pixel elements which are arranged on the front surface of the substrate in the row directions and the column directions which are perpendicular to the row directions. Each pixel element comprises a fixed part having the first fixed face which is fixed to the front surface of the substrate, the second fixed face adjacent to the first fixed surface, and a border line between the first fixed face and the second fixed face.

Abstract: A display device, in particular in a motor bus, has at least one display field and fasteners for releasably securing the display field in the motor bus. An observation window is arranged at least between the display field and a viewer. In order to make the fastening of the display device less complicated and less expensive and in order to reduce the weight, the dimensions and the costs of the display device at the same time, the fasteners are releasably secured directly to the inner side of the observation window, the inner side facing away from the viewer.

Abstract: An electronic price label (EPL) which includes a plurality of separately-addressable displays. The EPL includes a housing, a first display identified by a first unique identification number, a second display within the housing identified by a second unique identification number, and circuitry within the housing for controlling each of the first and second displays in response to messages received by the circuitry which are addressed to the first and second displays using the first and second unique identification numbers.

Abstract: A changeable display element is edgewise mounted on an insulating board and carries to rotate through about 180.degree. to show one color face or the other to a viewer. The board provides a similarly colored face for each face to form a pixel. The element carries a permanent magnet and is driven by a switchable magnetic field provided from the board. Soft iron pads on the board cooperate with the magnet on each position to retain the element against incidental displacement between application of the field. The board may support arrays of such elements.

Abstract: A display array including a board resembling a printed circuit board or printed wiring board to which are pivotally mounted a plurality of display elements whose appearance in a viewing direction is controlled by a sense of magnetization of a core which extends through a bore in the board. A conducting coil formed on the surface of the board is located so that current in the coil will magnetize the core.

Abstract: A variable message display sign comprises a plurality of interchangeable character displays each having a plurality of signal elements organized in distinct sets, with each signal element having an on state and an off state. A controller is located remotely of the character displays and produces an address signal containing character address data for identifying an addressed character display which resides at a desired address location within the message display sign. The controller also produces a set signal containing set address data for identifying an addressed set of signal elements and a data signal containing display data corresponding to desired on/off states for each signal element in the addressed set. A logic circuit is associated with each character display and has a unique character address.

Abstract: A changeable display element is edgewise mounted on an insulating board and carries to rotate through about 180.degree. to show one color face or the other to a viewer. The board provides a similarly colored face for each face to form a pixel. The element carries a permanent magnet and is driven by a switchable magnetic field provided from the board. Soft iron pads on the board cooperates with the magnet on each position to retain the element against incidental displacement between application of the field. The board may support arrays of such elements.

Abstract: A wearable electronic data collection and storage device is used for recording field medical data. The device is small, portable and easily worn, similar to a watch or medallion and is capable of interfacing with a large, external accessing system. The device includes an application specific integrated circuit card which is received in and is removable from a wearable/portable data entry, storage and retrieval device. The card includes a programmable memory for storing data. These two elements, when combined, form the MEDTAG unit. This unit also includes a memory for storing software, and a microprocessor for reading and entering data, and executing the software. The wearable/portable data entry storage and retrieval device includes an electrical connection to the removable card, a display for showing menus and data to a user, and two manual input buttons allowing the user to select from the menus and enter data into the programmable memory of the card.

Abstract: A board usually resembling a PCB or a PWB mounts a display element, whose appearance in a viewing direction is controlled by the sense of magnetization of a core which extends through a bore in the board. A conducting coil formed on the surface of said board is located so that current in said coil will magnetize the core.

Abstract: A modular display apparatus for displaying indicia at a front thereof has an inner frame with horizontal support beams, the inner frame supporting a plurality of grid modules, at least one grid module being located above another. A plurality of pixels rotationally mounted to the grid modules each include first and second display faces joined along respective adjacent edges. The pixels have a center of gravity located on each pixel so as to interact with an external force applied to the pixel and provide a complete rotation, with a minimum of bounce, to display a desired display face. A triggering mechanism has a plurality of solenoids adapted for selective actuation to rotate selected ones of the pixels for changing the pattern of the desired display indicia controlled by an electronic signal transmitted from an electronics system.

Abstract: A board usually resembling a PCB or a PWB mounts a display element, whose appearance in a viewing direction is controlled by the sense of magnetization of a core which extends through a bore in the board. A conducting coil formed on the surface of said board is located so that current in said coil will magnetize the core.

Abstract: A portable display signage for all weather and ambient lighting conditions has dual matrices of character generating elements. One matrix is provided by a multiplicity of passive display units arranged in an array for cooperatively displaying graphics or characters. Each of the passive display elements comprises a flat disk having a reflective side and a non-reflective side. An electromagnet on each display element rotates the disk to display its reflective or non-reflective side to form an information display from the first matrix. The second matrix is formed from active display elements including light emitting diodes arranged in an array for cooperatively displaying graphics or characters. Each active display element is co-located with a passive display element to form a set and are positioned to be visible between gaps in the first matrix. A display is built from a plurality of modules containing subsets of the two matrices.

Abstract: A modular display apparatus for displaying indicia at a front thereof has an inner frame with horizontal support beams, the inner frame supporting a plurality of grid modules, at least one grid module being located above another. A plurality of pixels rotationally mounted to the grid modules each include first and second display faces joined along respective adjacent edges. The pixels have a center of gravity located on each pixel so as to interact with an external force applied to the pixel and provide a complete rotation, with a minimum of bounce, to display a desired display face. A triggering mechanism has a plurality of solenoids adapted for selective actuation to rotate selected ones of the pixels for changing the pattern of the desired display indicia controlled by an electronic signal transmitted from an electronics system.

Abstract: A matrix-shaped display device with a display foil in which display elements are punched out in the form of tabs. The tabs are positioned in rows and columns, and depending on the desired display, can be positioned by a positioning device in front of or behind a strip having a contrasting color. The display elements are oriented alternately upward and downward from one row to the next. Pairs of oppositely oriented display elements support a strip.

Abstract: A rotor presents bright and dark sides of a flat disk to a viewer. When the bright side is presented this side plus a stationary panel form a bright viewing area. When the dark side is presented the panel is occluded. The edges of the panel and of the disk in ON position define an aperture for light emission from an optic fibre end.