Abstract: A device for adjusting high and low beam shape of automotive headlamp comprising a fixed bracket, an adjusted assembly and an up/down and left/right adjusting mechanism. The low beam unit is disposed on the fixed bracket and the high beam unit is disposed on the adjusted assembly. The cylindrical inner hole disposed on the fixed bracket is fitted with the fixed ball head disposed on the adjusted assembly, whereas the elastic waist hole slot disposed on the fixed bracket is fitted with the adjusting bar disposed on the adjusted assembly.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a curved lighting fixture that is symmetric about a longitudinal axis of the curved lighting fixture. The curved lighting fixture includes end caps that are parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each end cap includes two mounting studs that secure the lighting fixture to mounting brackets, where a first mounting stud provides an axis of rotation for the lighting fixture and a second mounting stud facilitates the rotation. The two mounting studs do not enter into an interior portion of the lighting fixture so as to facilitate externally serviceable hardware. A bushing provides an external retention mechanism to retain the two mounting studs within each end cap.

Abstract: A light assembly for a vehicle. The light assembly includes a housing having a front side and a rear side, wherein the rear side is removably securable to a vehicle. The front side of the housing includes a perimeter light, a center light, and a platform light, wherein the lights can alert vehicles approaching a stopping vehicle. The perimeter light is disposed around a perimeter of the housing and can produce an amber color. The center light includes an indicia in a non-colored transparent material and the platform light, disposed between the perimeter light and the center light, that produces a red color. In one embodiment, the light assembly is operably connected to remote control, allowing a user to activate and deactivate the light assembly.

Abstract: A door handle includes a casing inside which an accommodation space is provided, and a lamp unit disposed in the accommodation space. The lamp unit includes a light emission element, a circuit board on which the light emission element is mounted, and a combination member including a housing and a light guiding lens. The housing supports the circuit board, and the light guiding lens guides light emitted from the light emission element in a predetermined direction. In the door handle, a connection wire that supplies driving current to at least the light emission element is connected to the circuit board, and a portion of the connection wire is wound around a portion of the combination member.

Abstract: A vehicle window glazing is provided that includes a transparent substrate defining a first surface with a decorative layer positioned on the first surface defining an indicium. A light source is positioned on the decorative layer. A conductive lead is electrically coupled to the light source and extends along the first surface of the substrate away from the light source. The at least one conductive lead is substantially transparent and a transparent layer is positioned over the decorative layer and substrate.

Abstract: Disclosed is an automotive lamp and a method for controlling the same, and more particularly, to an automotive lamp capable of informing an ambient vehicle approaching from behind of a vehicle state by irradiating light forming a road pattern indicating the vehicle state to at least an area behind the vehicle, and a method for controlling the same. The automotive lamp includes a detection unit which detects a vehicle state; and lamp units, controlled by a control unit, which irradiates light forming a road pattern indicating the vehicle state to at least an area behind a vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for configuring an indication device is described. An on-demand service system arranges a transport service for a user to be provided by a driver. The system determines whether the user has specified an output configuration for an indication device in an account of the user. In response to determining that the user has specified an output configuration for the indication device, the system identifies data corresponding to the output configuration and transmits the data to a driver device of the driver to enable the driver device to control the indication device of the driver based on the data.

Abstract: The illumination device includes a light source; an elongated light guide rod on which light emitted from the light source is made incident; a housing that houses the light guide rod; and a lens that scatters light emitted from the light guide rod, the light guide rod being flexible and formed in a substantially linear shape, and having a surface on which an emission pattern for emitting light in a specific direction is provided, the housing and the lens are being formed in a curved shape in conformity with a shape of the interior member, and the light guide rod being provided in the interior member in a state of being bent in a curved shape by being sandwiched between the housing and the lens.

Abstract: Embodiments include a vehicle comprising an end facing an external object, at least one vehicle light positioned adjacent to the end and projecting a light pattern onto the object, a window adjacent to the end, and at least one proximity indicator coupled to the window at a predetermined position corresponding to an expected location of the light pattern on the object when the end is located a predetermined distance from the object. The proximity indicator can be removably adhered to the window. The light pattern can be visible through the window from a vehicle interior. In some embodiments, the object is positioned adjacent to a rear end of the vehicle and the at least one vehicle light is a rear vehicle light. In other embodiments, the object is positioned adjacent to a front end of the vehicle and the at least one vehicle light is a front vehicle light.

Abstract: A safety system for an automotive vehicle includes: a dedicated radio to receive and transmit state data between a host vehicle and a remote vehicle; a global positioning system (GPS) receiver; an on-board unit (OBE) to perform a vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications so that the host vehicle receives state data of the remove vehicle in a basic safety message (BSM) format; and a safety control unit. In particular, the safety control unit receives the state data of the host and remote vehicles, calculates a separation distance, a prediction horizon time, and then compares the prediction horizon time with a driver reaction time to generate a warning to a driver. More specifically, the safety control unit performs a cost value procedure when a deducted prediction horizon time is greater than zero to determine variable coefficients for estimating a future position and speed of the host and remote vehicles.

Abstract: This disclosure generally relates to a vehicle blind spot detection system, method, and module for adjusting parameters of a vehicle blind spot detection algorithm based on a trailer being attached to the back of the vehicle. More specifically, based on a determination that a trailer is attached to the vehicle and the reception of trailer information corresponding to the attached trailer, an adjust to the parameters of a blind spot detection area is disclosed for ensuring the continued operation of the blind spot detection feature will take into account the attached trailer.

Abstract: A door mirror device includes a mirror housing mounted to a mirror base, a folding mechanism for enabling the mirror housing to pivot rearward of the vehicle when a load higher than a predetermined value is applied to the mirror housing from the front side of the vehicle. The mirror housing has a first region occupying more than half of the vertical area of the mirror housing and has a second region occupying a less area than the first region. The outer surface of the second region is located in front of the outer surface of the first region. The acute angle in a plan view between the outer surface of the second region and an outer side surface of the vehicle is greater than the acute angle between the outer surface of the first region and the outer side surface of the vehicle.

Abstract: A system for controlling a dimming function of a display element of a host vehicle is disclosed. The system comprises a display element configured to provide a rearward view from the host vehicle and a sensor directed forward relative to the host vehicle. A controller is in communication with the sensor and the display element. The controller is configured to identify a taillight of a detected vehicle from data received from the sensor. Based on the data received from the sensor, the controller calculates a passing period for the host vehicle to pass the detected vehicle. Based on the passing period the controller adjusts a display property of the display element to limit a glare displayed by the display element.

Abstract: A system and/or apparatus provided as a side-view or rear-view mirror for providing a plurality of independently moveable reflective surfaces to enable a driver increased visibility. To increase visibility for the driver, the system and/or apparatus includes a camera for providing images around a vehicle to the driver within a vehicle during low-light or poor lighting conditions.

Abstract: An upper component has a top and an inner side with a lower free end and has an outer side with a lower free end. A lower component has a bottom and an inner side with an upper free end and has an outer side with an upper free end. The lower free ends are coupled to the upper free ends respectively forming a cylindrical configuration with a chamber there within. A support beam within the chamber extends vertically with an upper end adjacent to the top and a lower end adjacent to the bottom.

Abstract: A structure of a damper for a glove box includes: a rod which has a guide provided on an upper portion thereof, and a rack gear provided along one side thereof; a housing which has a guide groove that is correspondingly coupled to the guide; a damper which is installed on the housing; a slot hole which is provided at one end of the housing and to which a rotating shaft provided on the damper is correspondingly and movably coupled; and a pinion gear which is provided at an end of the rotating shaft and engages with the rack gear.

Abstract: A deployable and expandable storage assembly is provided for a motor vehicle. That storage assembly includes a panel, an expandable linkage assembly and a cover. The cover is carried on the expandable linkage assembly and is displaceable between a stowed position toward the panel and a deployed position projecting from the panel so as to define a storage space and an access opening.

Abstract: A roof rail assembly (10) including at least one stanchion portion (12) having a cover (14) and at least one lighting device (16). A light permeable film (22) provides a predetermined surface appearance and/or design and is translucent to allow light from the lighting device (16) to pass through under predetermined conditions. When the lighting device (16) is not illuminating, the light permeable film (22) provides a predetermined surface appearance. The film (22) is operatively translucent when the lighting source (16) is illuminated and additionally provides a predetermined design appearance when backlit. The selective lighting on the stanchions of the roof rails (18) provides illumination and a higher location of the indicator of unlock for easier location of a vehicle at greater distances.

Abstract: A vehicle-bed storage box includes a container having an interior volume, an interface plate disposed within a vehicle-bed sidewall that selectively receives the container against the vehicle-bed sidewall and over a vehicle-bed wheelhouse, the interface plate including a securing recess and an interface bracket extending from at least one sidewall, the interface bracket including a rotating mechanism operable between a plurality of rotational positions, including an engaged position and a secured position when the interface bracket is received by the interface plate, the engaged position being defined by the rotating mechanism being free of engagement with the securing recess and further defined by the interface bracket being at least partially operable within the interface plate, and wherein the secured position is defined by the rotating mechanism being engaged within the securing recess and the interface bracket being substantially free of movement within the interface plate.

Abstract: A motor vehicle is provided incorporating an integrated bike rack. That bike rack includes a support arm, a first sill segment that is received in a slot and aligned with a closure sill of the motor vehicle when the bike rack is in a stowed position and a second sill segment that is received in a slot and aligned with the closure sill when the bike rack is in a deployed position. A related method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A vehicle seat is provided with: a seat cushion; and a seat back. The seat back includes: a seat pad; a reinforcing member that is formed by a linear or planer member and reinforces the seat pad; and an accommodating section provided in the seat pad and receives an installable component that is configured as a separate body that is separate from the seat back. The reinforcing member has an engaging portion that protrude into the accommodating section, the engaging portion being configured to be engageable with an engaged portion that is provided on the installable component. The vehicle seat is configured to allow the installable component to be installed in the accommodating section while positioning the installable component with respect to the accommodating section in a state where the engaging portion and the engaged portion are engaged with each other.

Abstract: An accessory assembly operatively connected to vehicle seat includes a housing having a front surface and an opposing rear surface. A screen is disposed on the rear surface of the housing. A hanger cooperates with the housing and at least one shoulder portion extending from the central portion configured to receive an object. The hanger is positioned proximate to the front surface of the housing between the screen and the vehicle seat such that the hanger does not obstruct the screen.

Abstract: A system for deployment of audio and/or visual components from a vehicle as a base, the system comprising a housing configured to be held during transport in the vehicle, a movable lid attached to the housing, one or more arms attached to the housing and configured: (i) to be enclosed within the housing when the lid is closed, and (ii) to mechanically deploy to a position outside of the housing by moving out of the housing when the lid is open. The system may further include one or more speakers mounted on or embedded within the one or more arms, and a processor configured to automatically: (i) open the lid, and (ii) mechanically deploy the one or more arms.

Abstract: A vehicular display apparatus is provided on a vehicular instrument panel and provides a display for a vehicular crew. The apparatus includes: a half mirror that transmits light from a front of a vehicle to a back of the vehicle and reflects light from a direction intersecting with a front-back direction of the vehicle to the back of the vehicle, a decorative member provided to one side of a side of the front of the vehicle and a side of the intersecting direction, a light emitting member that irradiates the decorative member with light, and a liquid crystal display that is provided to the other side and projects an image toward the half mirror. The decorative member is arranged so as to provide a display superposed on the image projected by the liquid crystal display when visually recognized from a front side.

Abstract: An accessory assembly operatively connected to vehicle seat includes a housing having a front surface and an opposing rear surface. A screen is disposed on the rear surface of the housing. A hanger cooperates with and is removably connected to the housing. The hanger includes a central portion having a cavity and first and second shoulder portions extending from opposing ends of the central portion. A support is mounted to the rear surface of the housing and disposed below the screen configured to receive a portable electronic device.

Abstract: A camera assembly for a vehicle includes a camera housing portion, an imaging sensor disposed at a base portion of the camera housing portion, and a lens system disposed at a first portion of the camera housing portion. A first circuit board includes circuitry associated with the imaging sensor, which is disposed at a second circuit board that is in board-to-board electrical connection with the first circuit board. The camera housing portion and a connector portion are configured to join together to encase the first and second circuit boards. The connector portion includes a multi-pin connector having terminals that include (i) a first terminal portion for electrically connecting with a connector of the vehicle and (ii) a second terminal portion for electrically connecting with circuitry disposed at the first circuit board.

Abstract: A method of applying stitching to an interior component is provided herein. The method including the steps of: a) penetrating the outer skin layer, the substrate layer and the intermediary layer with an awl to form a piercing therethrough; b) retracting the awl from the outer skin layer, the substrate layer and the intermediary layer; c) inserting a needle through the piercing through the substrate layer, the intermediary layer and the outer skin layer to grasp a thread positioned on the outer skin layer; d) pulling the thread through the outer skin layer, the intermediary layer and the substrate layer; e) advancing the interior component to another position, wherein a backside of the substrate layer is free of obstructions; and f) repeating steps a-e until a predetermined amount of stitches are applied to the interior component.

Abstract: The invention relates to a load compartment cover having sound-absorbing characteristics. A load compartment is provided between the rear seats and a tailgate. The load compartment cover is embodied from a sound-absorbing partition that is arranged in a space above a base of the load compartment and is embodied from a material that is in part permeable to sound waves. A load compartment cover of this type is to be easily handled in practice and is not to comprise any disadvantages associated with known load compartment covers. This is achieved by virtue of the fact that the partition is formed from multiple, preferably two, thin sheets that are arranged spaced apart one above the other. The thin sheets are provided with a micro perforation and only one air cushion is provided between the thin sheets.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the formation of high contrast, wavelength independent retroreflective sheeting made by including a light scattering material on at least a portion of the retroreflective sheeting. The light scattering material reduces the brightness of the retroreflective sheeting without substantially changing the appearance of the retroreflective sheeting when viewed under scattered light.

Abstract: A seat actuating element for a motor vehicle seat has an element head (9) and a guide rod (10) that is received movably in a seat wall (7) of the motor vehicle seat (1). The element head (9) is arranged on the seat wall (7) and can be actuated. The seat actuating element (6) has an adjustment protector (11) to avoid inadvertent actuation of the seat actuating element (6).

Abstract: A knuckle structure is provided with: a knuckle for rotatably supporting a drive shaft connected to the output shaft of a motor; and a grounding member having a grounding harness, the grounding member electrically connecting the knuckle and a vehicle body. The grounding member is connected to a grounding connection section provided on the protrusion of the knuckle and facing rearward of the vehicle. The grounding connection section is provided between a brake caliper extending in the front-rear direction of the vehicle and the knuckle.

Abstract: An attachment device for mounting a bumper cross-beam having a vertical front wall and a vertical rear wall spaced apart by a transverse wall onto a vehicle structure, the attachment device having a first end to be fixed to the vehicle structure and a second end configured to be attached to the bumper cross-beam, the attachment device being made from a hollow section profile, the periphery of which includes opposite side walls and substantially parallel opposite outer walls; the second end includes a flange, which can extend substantially beyond the vertical front wall after mounting the bumper cross beam, and on which a component is attached to the flange in front of said vertical front wall.

Abstract: A one-size fits-all protector for one of an any length front bumper cover of a vehicle and an any length rear bumper cover of the vehicle. The any length front bumper cover has a top and a pair of sides. The any length rear bumper cover has a top and a pair of sides. The vehicle has a grille, a pair of front wheel wells, a trunk, and a pair of rear wheel wells. The one-size fits-all protector includes a body and an attaching apparatus. The body overlies and protects by being length adjustable one of the any length front bumper cover and the any length rear bumper cover. The attaching apparatus replaceably attaches the body to the one of the any length front bumper cover and the any length rear bumper cover.

Abstract: A length-adjustable protector that overlies, and protects, either a front or a rear bumper cover of a vehicle, and self-adjusts to the length of either the front or the rear bumper cover. The protector includes an inner, an outer, and a pair of intermediate layers. The inner layer faces, and overlies, a central portion of the length of either the front or the rear bumper cover. The outer layer overlies the inner layer. The pair of intermediate layers extend movably between the inner and outer layers, face, and overlie, remaining end portions of the length of either the front or the rear bumper covers, and in doing so, self-adjusts to the length of either the front or the rear bumper covers.

Abstract: A front under-run protection assembly for a medium duty truck. The front under-run protection assembly includes a front bar assembly and a support assembly. The support assembly includes a beam and attachment plates. The front bar assembly has a bar positioned under the bumper of the truck and shaped to match the bumper shape. The front bar assembly includes a plurality of strengthening gussets attached to a back side of the bar. The bar assembly is attached to the support assembly which is in turn attached to the frame of the truck.

Abstract: A receiver configuration for a control unit in a vehicle having a voltage generator for generating a synchronization pulse, which includes a first voltage source, a current source and a current sink, the voltage generator generating the synchronization pulse within predefined specification limits having a predefined shape and a predefined time behavior, and the receiver configuration outputting the synchronization pulse for synchronizing a signal transmission via a databus to at least one sensor. A method is also provided for generating a synchronization pulse. The voltage generator generates the synchronization pulse via the current source and the current sink by charging and/or discharging a bus load essentially as a sinusoidal oscillation.

Abstract: An apparatus (10) is provided for controlling an actuatable restraint (14, 16) in a vehicle (12). An sensor (24) is mounted in the vehicle (12) and outputs an electrical signal having a characteristic indicative of a vehicle event. A discrimination circuit (42) is coupled to the sensor (24) and determines if a predetermined event occurred. A safing circuit (50) is copied to the sensor (24) signal and sequestered from the discrimination circuit (42) for determining if the predetermined event occurred. An actuation device is actuates the restraint when both the discrimination circuit (42) and the safing circuit (50) determine the predetermined event occurred.

Abstract: A method for controlling triggering of at least one passenger protection device for a vehicle. The method includes a step of determining whether a signal level of at least one read-in impact signal, which represents a change in a vehicle condition indicating a potential collision of the vehicle with a potential accident object, exceeds an evaluation limiting value. The method also includes a step of using a high triggering threshold value for triggering of the at least one passenger protection device when the signal level of the at least one read-in impact signal exceeds the evaluation limiting value.

Abstract: A partition for a vehicle is described. The partition separates the cargo area of the vehicle from the cab area of the vehicle. The partition may extend from floor to roof and from one side of the vehicle to the other side of the vehicle. The partition has a window so that the driver can see into the cargo portion. The window is positioned to ensure the driver can see through it in a variety of conditions.

Abstract: An airbag module for protecting an occupant of a vehicle seat. The module includes an inflatable airbag and an inflator. The airbag is stored in the vehicle seat prior to deployment and includes inboard and outboard inflatable chambers separated by a gap at a forward portion of the airbag. The airbag is configured to deploy into a position along side of the vehicle seat and the occupant.

Abstract: A vehicle airbag device is provided, the vehicle airbag device including (1) an airbag that is folded and stowed inside an airbag case, the airbag being inflated and deployed on being supplied with gas, (2) a mid-collision gas supply section that supplies gas into the airbag during a vehicle collision, and (3) a pre-collision gas supply section that, in a case in which it has been determined prior to a vehicle collision that a vehicle collision is unavoidable, supplies gas into the airbag at a lower temperature than a temperature of gas supplied into the airbag from the mid-collision gas supply section.

Abstract: A belt retractor (10) is provided with a retractor shaft (12) and a device (26) for determining the rotational speed and/or the angle of rotation of the retractor shaft (12), with a rotating magnetic element (18), a stationary magnetic field sensor (24) and a stationary element guiding the magnetic flux (20) arranged between the rotating magnetic element (18) and the magnetic field sensor (24).

Abstract: A restraint system for a vehicle, includes a rotatable reel, a flexible tether, a first shaft and a conductor member. The flexible tether has a first end coupled to the reel and a second end. The tether is wound upon the rotatable reel and movable in both a winding direction and an unwinding direction. The first shaft is configured to be operably coupled to the rotatable reel, and includes a plurality of magnetic elements affixed thereto. The conductor member has a hollow interior. At least a portion of the first shaft and at least a portion of the plurality of magnetic elements are disposed within the hollow interior. Movement of the tether in the unwinding direction causes relative movement between the plurality of magnets and the conductor member. Eddy currents within the conduct member generate a retarding force on the first shaft.

Abstract: A seat belt retractor has a frame, a retracting device and a detection device. The retracting device is mounted on the frame and has a spool and a webbing body. The spool is pivotally connected to the frame. The webbing body is wound on the spool and forms multiple webbing layers around the spool. The detection device is mounted on the frame and has a detecting rod. The detecting rod is restorable, abuts an outermost webbing layer around the spool, and produces a displacement according to the variation in quantity of the webbing layers. The detection device of the seat belt retractor can directly detect a pulled length of the webbing body to know whether the user fastens the seat belt. The seat belt retractor can effectively remind a user to fasten the seat belt.

Abstract: A vehicle disabling apparatus for remotely disabling a vehicle having an engine comprises a source (4) of high frequency energy for generating a high frequency signal and a modulator (1) for modulating the high frequency signal by applying an effects signals package. The effects signal package comprises a plurality of respective effects signals and each effects signal comprises a pulse train, the effects signals package being non-vehicle specific. An antenna (6) directs the effects signal package modulated signal at a remote vehicle to disrupt the vehicle engine by affecting the target vehicle engine management system.

Abstract: A motor vehicle having a security system includes a first lamp for indicating the operating state of the security system, and an antenna device which is supported by the body of the motor vehicle and is arranged outside the vehicle body. The first lamp is integrated into the antenna device.

Abstract: The wiper blade-lifting system comprises a wiper arm with a motorized mechanism to cause the wiper blade to bend at a hinge point responsive to the presence of electrical power. The wiper blade-lifting system is useful to lift a wiper blade off the surface of a windshield when ice or freezing rain is anticipated, so that the wiper blade does not become frozen in place against the surface of the windshield. A second activation of the wiper blade-lifting system using electrical power of the opposite polarity causes the wiper blade to straighten and place the wiper blade back in contact with the windshield. The application of electrical power to the wiper blade-lifting system may be under control of an interior lift control or, in some embodiments, a blade lift remote control.

Abstract: A method is provided for controlling a wiping-washing process of a rear window cleaning system for a motor vehicle that has at least one windshield cleaning system and a headlight cleaning system for headlights of the motor vehicle. The wiping-washing process of the rear window cleaning system is controlled on the basis of an actuation of the headlight cleaning system and/or the windscreen cleaning system.

Abstract: A wiper arm comprising an arm main body; a first nozzle portion disposed at a first predetermined position in a length direction of the arm main body; a second nozzle portion disposed at a second predetermined position in the length direction of the arm main body, and jets washing fluid toward a position that is different from an impact point of the washing fluid jetted from the first nozzle portion; a first line hose accommodated in the arm main body and connected to the first nozzle portion; a second line hose accommodated in the arm main body side-by-side with the first line hose and connected to the second nozzle portion; and a hose retention unit attached to the arm main body and that comprises: a first hose retention portion retaining the first line hose; and a second hose retention portion provided integrally with the first hose retention portion and retaining the second line hose.

Abstract: An on-board central vacuum system includes a vacuum motor assembly, a first vacuum port assembly and a connecting hose. The first vacuum port assembly is configured in a first location of the vehicle. The first vacuum port assembly includes a recess formed in vehicle trim and a cup holder. The recess defines a first port. The cup holder is removably positioned in the recess. The cup holder is movable between and installed position and a removed position. In the installed position the cup holder is received by the recess and blocks access to the first port. In the removed position, the cup holder is removed from the recess revealing access to the first port. The connecting hose fluidly connects the vacuum motor assembly to the first port.