Abstract: The present application includes a vehicle mirror which includes an approach light in the attachment assembly. The approach light is a single light source positionable in relation to predetermined inputs for directing light to various areas, depending on the inputs. Additionally, an intercom system is provided for communication between the interior of the vehicle and exterior of the vehicle, by way of the vehicle mirror. Also, a remote sensor is utilized to set predetermined memory positions of interior vehicle components such as seats, steering columns and brake pedals. This allows customization of the interior components upon an individual's approach to the vehicle.

Abstract: A mirror assembly in which the mirror housing and multi-function backing plate provide various useful functions. The multi-function backing plate supports not only a conventional reflective element but also supports a wide angle reflective element. The wide angle reflective element may be adjustable. The multi-function backing plate supports an indicator light assembly so that the mirror assembly can provide an indicator light function. The multi-function backing plate also support a recessible spot or approach lamp which, when the mirror is in an operative position, is recessed within the housing. When the mirror is in an inoperative state, the multi-function backing plate can be rotated so as to expose the spot or approach light. Various light pipe configurations enable transmission of light projected from a light source mounted to and behind the multi-function backing plate to project light through the light pipe externally to the mirror housing to provide an indicator light function.

Abstract: The present application includes a vehicle mirror which includes an approach light in the attachment assembly. The approach light is a single light source positionable in relation to predetermined inputs for directing light to various areas, depending on the inputs. Additionally, an intercom system is provided for communication between the interior of the vehicle and exterior of the vehicle, by way of the vehicle mirror. Also, a remote sensor is utilized to set predetermined memory positions of interior vehicle components such as seats, steering columns and brake pedals. This allows customization of the interior components upon an individual's approach to the vehicle.

Abstract: A mirror assembly in which the mirror housing and multi-function backing plate provide various useful functions. The multi-function backing plate supports not only a conventional reflective element but also supports a wide angle reflective element. The wide angle reflective element may be adjustable. The multi-function backing plate supports an indicator light assembly so that the mirror assembly can provide an indicator light function. The multi-function backing plate also support a recessible spot or approach lamp which, when the mirror is in an operative position, is recessed within the housing. When the mirror is in an inoperative state, the multi-function backing plate can be rotated so as to expose the spot or approach light. Various light pipe configurations enable transmission of light projected from a light source mounted to and behind the multi-function backing plate to project light through the light pipe externally to the mirror housing to provide an indicator light function.

Abstract: The present application includes a vehicle mirror which includes an approach light in the attachment assembly. The approach light is a single light source positionable in relation to predetermined inputs for directing light to various areas, depending on the inputs. Additionally, an intercom system is provided for communication between the interior of the vehicle and exterior of the vehicle, by way of the vehicle mirror. Also, a remote sensor is utilized to set predetermined memory positions of interior vehicle components such as seats, steering columns and brake pedals. This allows customization of the interior components upon an individual's approach to the vehicle.

Abstract: A drive unit for adjusting the orientation of a reflective member of rear view mirror assembly for a motor vehicle is assembled within a drive housing. The drive housing contains an electric motor arranged to drive a jacking nut which is supported within the housing by first and second bearing surfaces formed on opposite walls of the housing. The drive housing is formed in two parts, each of which comprises a base portion and a peripheral side wall portion dimensioned so that, when the two parts are assembled together, part of the side wall portion of one part surrounds a corresponding part of the side wall portion of the other part. After assembly, glue is inserted between the side wall portions so as to hold the two parts together with their respective bearing surfaces spaced apart by a distance determined by the size of the jacking nut.

Abstract: A spigot type breakaway mirror (10) for automobile exterior use includes both a supporting base (11) and a mirror subassembly (16), the base (11) having an upstanding spigot (12) which has a curved constraining surface (13), and the mirror subassembly (11) is provided with a locating surface (17) engageable over constraining surface (13) which constrains pivotal movement of the mirror subassembly to be about the spigot, but there are provided a cam pad (23) and recess surface (24) on the base and mirror subassembly respectively, and a spring (20) which cooperates between the base and mirror subassembly to retain the cam and recess surfaces in engagement, but the cam pad (23) and recess (24) surfaces cause the mirror subassembly (16) to cam outwardly away from the supporting base (11) if the mirror subassembly is caused to deflect upon striking an obstruction.

Abstract: A rear view mirror assembly is disclosed which incorporates an improved drive system utilizing electric servo motors for positioning of the mirror. The improved drive system includes a two piece housing within which a jacking nut is rotatably positioned and adapted to be driven by the electric motors. A resilient coupling is provided to retain the two piece housing in assembled relationship. The drive system is designed to be used with a wide variety of mirror designs.

Abstract: Tilt control device for an exterior "break-away" mirror assembly (10) of a motor vehicle comprises at least two lines (18) extending from the mirror back (13) of the mirror assembly over rigid curved guide line surfaces (20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27) which guide the lines between the mirror back (13) and the control lever (24, 64), the lines being secured at the control lever ends in a manner to provide maximum line movement in response to control lever movement within an available space at the inner end of the control lever.

Abstract: A combined tote bag and seat cushion which comprise a pair of rectangular cushions joined to each other by a fabric hinge. A tote pocket is affixed to and projects from the end edge of one cushion remote from the hinge. A pair of elastic straps extend between cushion-remote corners of the tote pocket and the adjacent cushion side edges so as to form an elastic pocket for removably affixing the cushion over the back of a folding chair or the like. Handle straps centrally project from the remote end edges of the cushions and from the free lip of the tote pocket for transporting the combined tote bag and seat cushion in a folded configuration.

Abstract: A compound sealing ring for fluid couplings comprises an annular resilient seal member having front and rear ends between which extends a circumferential annular groove, and an annular rigid reinforcement member inserted over the front end of the sealing member in snug engagement in the groove. The reinforcement member is axially confined by the sidewalls of the groove and has sufficient rigidity to prevent radial outward deformation of the sealing member during use.

Abstract: A container and hanger therefor are disclosed, wherein the container has a bottom wall portion with a recessed or indented area in which support shaft means are located. An elongated hanger element has an aperture at each end for receiving the shaft means to form a hanger loop pivotable about the shaft means for movement between a position adjacent the recessed portion and a hanging position.

Abstract: Apparatus and method are disclosed for closing and sealing a molded plastic article formed by expanding a heated plastic parison within a chamber or cavity defined by a plurality of mold sections. The article is closed and sealed by at least one movable sealing member which has a protruding pinch surface to weaken or sever the parison and recess surface portions selectively above or below the protruding pinch surface which provide plastic-receiving reservoirs that aid in the formation of an unobtrusive seal adjacent the surface of the article. The sealing member may also include parison engaging seat or heel portions which further aid in the sealing operation. The temperature of the mold sections adjacent the sealing operation is controlled to selectively retard the cooling of the parison, which is in direct contact with the cavity surface, to maintain the parison at a sufficiently elevated temperature to permit closing and sealing by the sealing member.