Abstract: A camera system for a vehicle has an image acquisition unit (2) having an image sensor (4), an optical element (3) and at least one IR-blocking filter (5) for acquiring image data of an object, a processing unit processing the image data acquired from the image acquisition unit (2) for displaying the object (7) on a display unit (9), and at least one illumination unit (10) for illuminating the object (7) with light (12) having a wavelength at least partly within the upper region (13) of sensitivity of the human eye and at least partly below the blocking limit of the IR-blocking filter (5).

Abstract: A camera system for a vehicle having a capturing unit for acquiring image data of an object close to the vehicle, a processing unit for processing the acquired image data, a display unit for displaying the processed image data, and a illumination unit for illuminating the object. The illumination unit is adapted to emit infrared light by at least one IR light source. The illumination unit has at least one electric functional component, which is part of another functional unit of the vehicle, and/or wherein the illumination unit is adapted to emit light with a spectrum having a predetermined spectral range that is visible for the human eye.

Abstract: A display system for environment regions of a vehicle having at least an image capturing unit, which is arranged on the vehicle in a housing that protrudes outward from the vehicle, a processing unit, a display unit providing and outputting vehicle environment information captured by the image capturing unit to the driver of the vehicle, and a capturing device for capturing the position of the image capturing unit, thereby enabling the driver to identify the position of the image capturing unit with regard to the vehicle environment.

Abstract: A camera system for a vehicle has an image acquisition unit (2) having an image sensor (4), an optical element (3) and at least one IR-blocking filter (5) for acquiring image data of an object, a processing unit processing the image data acquired from the image acquisition unit (2) for displaying the object (7) on a display unit (9), and at least one illumination unit (10) for illuminating the object (7) with light (12) having a wavelength at least partly within the upper region (13) of sensitivity of the human eye and at least partly below the blocking limit of the IR-blocking filter (5).

Abstract: A sliding structure and a joint member, which are provided with a sliding means which substantially eliminates the so-called Stick-Slip effect. This is achieved through the provision of free ends of a plurality of projections, sliding upon the surface of a complementary opposed and facing surface. By appropriately dimensioning the individual free end contact surfaces of the projections and by selectively varying in the number of the projections per area unit, the difference between the initial still-stand holding effect and the sliding friction in the case of selected material pairings is considerably reduced. The force, which is necessary to set the two sliding components into motion, relative to one another, is then only insignificantly greater than the force necessary to overcome dynamic or sliding friction. The Stick-Slip effect is known and unavoidable in a case with a sliding pair of unfavorable materials and, in this manner, can be effectively reduced.

Abstract: An exterior vehicle mirror assembly is disclosed having a holding arm connection with reduced wind turbulence comprising a holding arm having a first end and a second end for attachment to the vehicle. A mirror head is carried by the holding arm having a mirror element. A connection device is disposed between the mirror head to the holding arm having opposing convex sides including a convex mounting side and a convex wind encountering side. The convex mounting side providing an enlarged mounting surface disposed toward the mirror head. The connection device has a contoured cradle for engaging the enlarged mounting surface of the convex mounting side of the holding arm with the opposing convex side of the holding arm being aerodynamically exposed to the on coming wind. A fastener tightly fastens the holding arm and connection device together so that a reliable connection with reduced turbulence is provided for the mirror head and the holding arm.

Abstract: A camera assembly for a commercial vehicle with a cargo compartment, which comprises a camera, and a movement apparatus, wherein the movement apparatus displaces the camera, at least partially outward, from the interior of the cargo container, in such a manner, that the camera, by an energized movement apparatus can survey a definite field of view in the rearward area of the commercial vehicle. The movement of the camera may be through an opening in the rear closure of the cargo container. In this way, it becomes possible, even with a downward, closed, rear to observe the area lying behind the commercial vehicle by means of the camera during the backing up of the commercial vehicle.

Abstract: A sliding structure and a joint member, which are provided with a sliding means which substantially eliminates the so-called Stick-Slip effect. This is achieved through the provision of free ends of a plurality of projections, sliding upon the surface of a complementary opposed and facing surface. By appropriately dimensioning the individual free end contact surfaces of the projections and by selectively varying in the number of the projections per area unit, the difference between the initial still-stand holding effect and the sliding friction in the case of selected material pairings is considerably reduced. The force, which is necessary to set the two sliding components into motion, relative to one another, is then only insignificantly greater than the force necessary to overcome dynamic or sliding friction. The Stick-Slip effect is known and unavoidable in a case with a sliding pair of unfavorable materials and, in this manner, can be effectively reduced.

Abstract: An exterior vehicle mirror assembly is disclosed having a holding arm connection with reduced wind turbulence comprising a holding arm having a first end and a second end for attachment to the vehicle. A mirror head is carried by the holding arm having a mirror element. A connection device is disposed between the mirror head to the holding arm having opposing convex sides including a convex mounting side and a convex wind encountering side. The convex mounting side providing an enlarged mounting surface disposed toward the mirror head. The connection device has a contoured cradle for engaging the enlarged mounting surface of the convex mounting side of the holding arm with the opposing convex side of the holding arm being aerodynamically exposed to the on coming wind. A fastener tightly fastens the holding arm and connection device together so that a reliable connection with reduced turbulence is provided for the mirror head and the holding arm.

Abstract: A warning system for a vehicle is provided. The warning system has a sensor for detecting an obstruction near the vehicle, a control apparatus to produce a signal in response to the detected obstruction, and an alert device configured to direct a driver's attention to the obstruction.

Abstract: A mounting plate for attaching a vehicle mirror assembly to a non-uniform surface of a vehicle body. The plate has an installation side for engaging the vehicle body, and a component side opposite the installation side for carrying components of the mirror assembly. A plurality of contact footings are laterally spaced on the installation side of the plate. Each of the contact footings has a bearing surface protruding beyond a surface plane of the installation side for bearing against the vehicle body when the plate is mounted so that a stable engagement is provided between the plate and the vehicle body on non-uniform surfaces.

Abstract: A warning system for a vehicle is provided. The warning system has a sensor for detecting an obstruction near the vehicle, a control apparatus to produce a signal in response to the detected obstruction, and an alert device configured to direct a driver's attention to the obstruction.

Abstract: A camera assembly for a commercial vehicle 1 with a cargo compartment, which comprises a camera 3, and a movement apparatus 4, wherein the movement apparatus 4 displaces the said camera 3, at least partially outward, through an opening 2b in the tarpaulin cargo container from the interior of the same, in such a manner, and/or the opening 2b in the tarpaulin container structure can be so opened, that the camera, by an energized movement apparatus can survey a definite field of view in the rearward area of the said commercial vehicle. In this way, it becomes possible, even with a downward, closed, rear end tarpaulin to observe the area lying behind the commercial vehicle by means of the camera during the backing up of the commercial vehicle.