Abstract: Various embodiments of camera systems for capturing images in motor vehicles and methods related to such systems are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises a camera system in a motor vehicle, comprising a camera configured to obtain an image of an occupant of the motor vehicle; a controller configured to obtain image data from the camera in response to an activation signal; memory configured to store the image data; and a preservation enclosure configured to receive the controller and the memory.

Abstract: Various embodiments of umbrella systems employing sensors and methods related to such systems are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises an umbrella system, comprising a handle assembly, comprising a handle assembly remote control and a transducer assembly configured to communicate a control signal from the handle assembly remote control to an electronic device.

Abstract: A method for communicating a message on an exterior of a motor vehicle, the method comprising the steps of receiving a signal from a first communication device, communicating a message to a second communication device, the second communication device comprising a display device that is visible from the exterior of the motor vehicle, and displaying the message on the second communication device.