Abstract: This system is a compliment to the sirens and lights now used on emergency vehicles it will help with warning of vehicles in the area and could reduce time of arrival for emergency vehicles.

Abstract: The lighting device for a vehicle includes running direction detect means 3 for detecting the vehicle running direction or the vehicle steering angle and vehicle speed detect means 4 for detecting the vehicle speed. An illumination control means 5 specifies the turn-on and turn-off of a plurality of lamps in accordance with detect signals output from the means 3 and 4, thereby changing the combinations of the illumination ranges of the lamps.

Abstract: A vision enhancement system 10 which aids the driver in visually identifying a sensed object 16 without diverting his/her attention from the road ahead. One or more sensors 20 used to collect information about the vehicle's environment are operatively coupled with a controlled source of illumination 38. A processor 24 receives input from the sensors and intelligently determines whether a particular object sensed in or near the current path of the vehicle requires alerting the driver. If so, the processor outputs a control signal 30 to effect illumination of the sensed object. The source of illumination is controlled so as to continuously direct light onto the identified object, even as the vehicle and/or object move simultaneously with respect to one another.

Abstract: An illuminant triangular warning arrangement includes a clothe body and a plurality of illuminating units provided on the clothe body. Each illuminating unit provides a transparent layer, a circuit board, a casing socket, a fitting washer, a photodiode (LED), a battery box, and a manual switch. With the combination of the above elements, the illuminant triangular warning arrangement is in used, its displaying area is large enough to catch other drivers attention from far away. When the illuminant triangular warning arrangement is not in used, it can be folded into a compact package, so that it would not occupy unnecessary space in the trunk of the vehicle for easy storage.

Abstract: Apparatus for informing a driver of a first vehicle that his headlights are blinding the driver of another vehicle, the apparatus including a dynamic retroreflector mounted on the other vehicle and arranged such that light from the headlights of the first vehicle is reflected by the dynamic retroreflector to the eyes of the driver of the first vehicle.

Abstract: A side flashing lamp for fitting into a cover cap of a motor vehicle external rear view mirror includes a lamp housing with a light exit opening and a translucent cover which closes the opening. The translucent cover is curved in such a way that it extends from the outward side, that is remote from the vehicle, in a continuous transition into the front side of the cover cap, which faces approximately in the direction of forward travel of the vehicle. The lamp has at least one light source in the lamp housing and at least one reflector for focusing the light of the light source in a main radiation direction which faces substantially in the direction of forward travel of the vehicle. The lamp includes at least one further light source with a reflector which focuses the light thereof transversely with respect to the main radiation direction.

Abstract: CALL ME-TELEPHONE ME is an electronic device the purpose of which is that of transmitting a telephone number and/or a message to another following vehicle. It is attached to the rear window or the rear panel of the vehicle and is composed of a luminous display. It can be switched on or off according to one's needs simply for a few seconds or for a longer period of time. The luminous display transmits the telephone number or the message which has been programmed for the device by its installer or by whoever is in possession of the device. The programming of the message is done with the keyboard of a computer or a portable phone (an alphanumerial keyboard). Whoever is behind the vehicle and fitted with the device can read the message transmitted.

Abstract: A vehicular deceleration indication system is provided including an accelerometer situated within a vehicle and adapted to detect a deceleration of the vehicle from an amount of change in momentum thereof with respect to the force of gravity. A lamp assembly includes a plurality lamps each adapted to illuminate upon the actuation thereof. Also included is a control mechanism adapted to actuate the lamps in a predetermined sequence as the detected deceleration increases.

Abstract: A warning device for motor vehicle comprises a telescoping stand, a body, and a flexible main lamp. Body is a cylindrical with main lamp mounted on top, button set and buzzer on the upper portion, strip or LED lamps on the side, and battery compartment and cap on the lower portion. Stand has three legs and a slidable sleeve wherein each leg has a top catch member hinged to a pivot of sleeve; a link is pivotably secured between a lower catch member at center of leg and a catch member of body; and sleeve has at least one projection being secured to corresponding recesses on the surface of body such that a tripod is formed by the extended three legs when cover on the bottom of body is detached. Luminescent stripes are adhered to each leg. Three sturdy boards are provided each detachably mounted between two adjacent legs for increasing stability.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a vehicle locator device with a deployable arm that is protected from bad weather conditions, and that can be secured to an existing vehicle's roof luggage fixture or directly secured onto a vehicle's roof. Upon a single activation of a remote control, a localization arm is deployed in a vertical position (or retracted in an horizontal position) and one or more light sources mounted on the arm as well as, preferably, an audible signal are activated (or deactivated) to help in visually locating the vehicle.

Abstract: Lever bar activation detecting structure including a lever bar and a lever bar pivot seat with which the lever bar is pivotally connected. A magnet and a magnetic switch are respectively disposed on the lever bar and the pivot seat opposite to each other. When the lever bar is pressed, the magnet is moved relative to the magnetic switch so that the magnetic switch is energized to generate a signal which is detected and identified by a controlling unit for turning on an indicating light. The magnet and magnetic switch have excellent waterproof effect and the structure an be easily assembled to lower cost. The detecting structure is used for detecting the braking operation of an electric two-wheel vehicle, especially for an electric bicycle.

Abstract: A vehicle signaling system is provided including a vehicle with at least one light assembly including an array of lights. Also included is a plurality of inputs situated within the vehicle for generating an activation signal. Control circuitry is connected between the light assembly of the vehicle and the inputs. In use, the control circuitry is adapted to actuate the lights of the light assembly in a unique manner in response to the receipt of activation signals from each combination of the inputs.

Abstract: An electrical taillight adapter circuit (6) interfaces a three-lamp vehicle lighting circuitry (2) with a two-lamp trailer lighting circuitry (6). The vehicle lighting circuitry primarily includes a group (10) of three right hand lamps (20, 22, 24) and a group (12) three of left-hand lamps (12). These lamps operate in response to signals generated by the vehicle operator, and are electrically connected to the adapter circuit. The trailer circuit generally includes a group (14) of two right hand lamps (34, 36) and a group (16) of two left-hand lamps (35, 37). The adapter circuitry receives electrical signals from the vehicle circuit (2), processes them, and outputs power to the appropriate trailer lamp. This electrical taillight adapter circuit (4) interfaces the nonconforming taillight circuit of a vehicle with that of a trailer, while providing the trailer lamps with improved output current and protecting the system from short circuit conditions.

Abstract: A warning system for notifying others that a cellular telephone is in use in a vehicle. The system includes a transmitter electrically coupled to a cellular telephone for transmitting an in-use signal when the telephone is activated. A receiver for receiving the in-use signal. An indicator, responsive to the receiver receiving the in-use signal, for visually indicating that a cellular telephone is in use in a vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle signaling display device to be mounted on an automotive vehicle, so that signaling lights of the device are visible for drivers of following vehicles, includes orange or amber, red and green lights and includes a system specifically designed to count speed sensor pulses for measuring speed of any vehicle of any make and model on which the device is installed, for controlling the signaling lights in accordance with the speed of the vehicle and regardless of operation and position of accelerator pedal of the vehicle, in order to perform a set of standardized operations of the signaling lights for dynamically preventing traffic crashes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing warning lamps on the side of railcars where the lamps are powered by and receive information from a power line extending across numerous cars of the train and where the power line also provides power and information to the electronic air brakes disposed on the various railcars.

Abstract: The invention proceeds from a system for generating a signal which represents a deceleration operation of a motor vehicle having a motor. The signal is especially for driving the brake lamps of the motor vehicle. Furthermore, a control apparatus is present which controls (open loop or closed loop) the motor in dependence upon the data, which are present in the control apparatus. The essence of the invention is that the data, which are present in the control apparatus and which are applied for generating the signal, represent at least the drag torque, which is effected by the motor (the motor drag torque). With the system of the invention, a relatively precise index for a vehicle deceleration is obtained from the data present anyway in the motor control apparatus at least in newer or future motor control apparatus.

Abstract: An unacceptable number of police, fire, ambulance and other emergency personnel are killed or injured when they pull over to the side of the road and exit their vehicle. These accidents occur when passing vehicles are not aware that an occupant is exiting the vehicle, and these passing vehicles travel too close to the stopped emergency vehicle. Inventions that automatically illuminate an open door call attention to emergency personnel responding to hostile situations involving gunfire, placing emergency personnel at risk. Safety features need to be easily disabled in order to protect the occupants as they exit an emergency vehicle in such hostile situations. This invention places blinking hazard lights in the doors of an emergency vehicle so that when any door is opened, the exposed rear facing surface of the door contains a hazard light that is selectively activated in order to blink in concert with the emergency lights on top of the emergency vehicle.

Abstract: An auxiliary auto signlight system providing an auxiliary turn signal light, brake signal light, taillight, SOS emergency signal light includes a strobe module mounted on an upper portion of an interior of rear windshield, at least nine strobes are mounted thereon, and a signal device and a supplementary emergency are separately mounted on the side mirror housing for further signal indication. The auxiliary auto signlight system is equipped with an existing vehicle without any alteration of the vehicle that will highly increase the liability of driving.

Abstract: A device on a motor vehicle is controlled by selecting a function for the device to perform. The selection is conveyed to a control circuit which wirelessly transmits a message using the Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications protocol, wherein the message identifies the device and function. A controller receives the message and recovers the identification of the device and the function and then responds by activating the device to perform that function.

Abstract: Brake pressure indication apparatus in a vehicle includes a plurality of red L.E.D.s arranged in a ladder-like configuration. The L.E.D.s illuminate progressively in response to brake pressure. As brake pressure is increased, more L.E.D.s illuminate. Brake pressure may be sensed in either of two ways, such as movement of the brake pedal or the expansion of a flexible brake hose.

Abstract: Improvements for an ALERT.RTM.-type vehicle-based control system are described. The improvements encompass the use of a multiple control unit architecture for more efficient processing of user interface functions and device commands. The improved architecture allows one control unit to manage the control functions for a first device set. The second, or subsequent, control unit offloads the management of device control functions from the first control unit. Devices and methods are also described for incorporating the control system into a vehicle data bus, such as the IDB.

Abstract: A stop and control box houses the standard phone pager (a COTS APPLICATION--meaning commercial off the shelf) as a stimulating and communication device in either a secured and/or concealed mechanical lockup or in any protected area that employs any means to limit access. This protected area would also house control circuitry and could house monitoring circuitry to interface with and record the host machine's functions and finally record the operator and occupant's activities. The stop and control box accomplishes its remote capabilities in a number of ways from actually being wired directly to the pagers circuitry to merely sensing or reading the pager functions and numerical messages.

Abstract: A side view mirror with auxiliary lights for providing additional signaling to other drivers so they are aware of vehicle operations. The invention device includes a housing securable to a side of a vehicle. The housing has a mirror disposed within a rear face thereof. Within the housing, in appropriate locations, are various lights serving the specific functions of running light, side light, turn indicator, brake light, hazard indicator and turning light, with spot light, reverse light and light indicator system, that combine to provide exterior auxiliary lighting for the multiple functions of the vehicle from an optional location.

Abstract: A left/right turn, failure/overtaking vehicle signal light control system, which includes a holder frame, an actuating device pivoted to the holder frame and driven by a lever, two signal lights, first switch means controlled by the actuating device to flash one of the signal lights for left or right turn indication, second switch means controlled to flash the signal lights for failure/overtaking indication, and third switch means connected between the second switch means and the signal lights, wherein the actuating device is moved between a first position where the actuating device is maintained in contact with the third switch means, enabling the signal lights to be flashed for failure/overtaking indication when the second switch means is witched on, and a second position where the actuating device is disconnected from the third switch means, and the first switch means is driven by the actuating device to flash one of the signal lights for left or right turn indication.

Abstract: A communication system and a method for communicating simple coded messages from one vehicle to another are provided. The communication system includes a signaling module that includes a light source configured and placed so that the light source is visible to occupants of other vehicles. The system includes a control module in communication with the signaling module that is readily accessible to the driver or other occupant of a vehicle. Responsive to the selection of one of a series of possible messages by the driver or occupant, the control module causes the light source to turn on and off in a predetermined sequence of flashes. The predetermined sequence of flashes represents a code corresponding to the selected message. The messages associated with use of the communication system are selected for enhancement of safety and to avert the negative responses associated with road rage.

Abstract: A system generates a signal to activate the brake lights of a motor vehicle. An accelerator pedal position change parameter is determined, which represents the variation over time of the accelerator pedal that can be actuated by the driver. This accelerator pedal position change parameter is compared with at least one predefinable threshold value. The signal for activating the brake lights is then generated as a function of this comparison. The threshold value is predefined as a function of at least one stability/safety parameter, which represents the instantaneous driving stability of the vehicle and/or the instantaneous driving safety of the vehicle. The method and the device provide an improved means to warn the trailing vehicles of an impending hazard (for example, an obstacle, skidding of the vehicle or a slippery road surface) via the brake lights in a timely and reliable manner.

Abstract: An automobile steering wheel and turn signal indicator for allowing a driver of an automobile to signal for a turn, includes a handle/hub arrangement adapted to be coupled to a steering column of the automobile, spokes disposed about the handle/hub and horizontally extended outward therefrom to the handle, and left and right turn signal indicators disposed on at least one of the handle, hub and spokes of the steering wheel.

Abstract: A auxiliary signal light system for visual enhancement of turn and brake signal lights. The auxiliary signal light system includes a housing for holding a brake light. The housing has a front face and a back face with a peripheral wall defining a periphery therebetween. The front face of the housing has a cavity therein. A brake light for signaling the braking of a motor vehicle is mounted in the well of the housing and is operatively coupled to a power source. A mounting block for mounts the housing to a rear portion of a vehicle. The mounting block has a distal wall and a proximal wall. The proximal wall of the mounting block is fixedly coupled to the back face of the housing. At least one pair of arms holds vehicle turn signals. The arms are coupled to the mounting and extend away from the mounting block. The arms extend to a point beyond the peripheral of the housing. A pair of turn signals warns of turning action of the motor vehicle. One of the turn signals is formed in the surface of each of the arms.

Abstract: A light bar for mounting on an emergency vehicle to provide warning light signals. An elongate body portion has an elongate axis, the elongate body portion adapted to be mounted on the emergency vehicle so that the elongate axis traverses an axis coaxial with the direction of the travel of the emergency vehicle. At least three vertically spaced lighting layers are provided, each layer having at least one emergency light source, the emergency light sources on each layer cooperating to provide a transient high intensity warning light signal 360.degree. around the light bar. At least four linear rows of emergency light sources as viewed from the top of the light bar are also provided, the rows being substantially parallel to the elongate axis, each row having at least two emergency light sources, at least one row located in each of the layers and at least one layer having at least two rows, the emergency light sources in each row cooperate to provide a transient high intensity warning signal 360.degree.

Abstract: The pickup truck tailgate monitor includes a control panel mounted adjacent to an operator station in the cab of the truck. The control panel is connected to the master switch for the vehicle. A monitor switch on the control panel is closed to activate the monitor. If the monitor is operational, an indicator light of a first circuit is illuminated. A second circuit with an audible indicator is energized by a sensor switch that is closed. The sensor switch is closed when the tailgate is open. When the tailgate is closed, the sensor switch is open.

Abstract: A self-compensational automatic emergency signal device includes: an inner casing having a movable weight movable in the inner casing, an outer casing disposed on an outside of the inner casing, with the inner casing pivotally secured in the outer casing and suspending on a damping oil filled in the outer casing to allow the inner casing to always horizontally float on the outer casing, whereby upon inclination of the car either climbing upwardly or downwardly on a slope, the signal device is uninfluenced by the slope; and upon an emergency braking of the car to forwardly move the weight, a sensor provided in the inner casing will be actuated to thereby light up a warning light or to sound an alarming buzzer for warning any following car.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a method of side illumination for passenger cars in which the side illumination is activated only when the light level received by a light receiving means such as a light dependent resistor (LDR) is below a pre-set value. The side illuminations are operable in four modes. A first mode is, equipped with a timer feature, operable on either or both sides of the car whenever a car door is opened. A second mode is activated whenever the car is reversing. A third mode, equipped with a timer, is activated on both sides of the car, whenever the centrally locking door is changed from a locked position to an unlocked position. A fourth mode on either or both sides of the car is activated whenever a switch is selected.

Abstract: A vehicle safety device designed to increase highway safety by alerting vehicle operators of initial braking of highway traffic with noticeable rapid blinks of the Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL). This selective approach in alerting highway traffic of unexpected braking introduces a new realm of brake signaling. A recognizable and higher-plateau vehicular safety signal and it uses an existing brake lamp. Adding to the value of this new vehicle safety device is its unique design. The Automatic Brakes Initiated Annunciator is engineered to be a simple, reliable, and a practical device. It does not include or need; special power supplies or voltage regulators, adjustments, calibration, oscillators or counters, integrated circuits, complicated wiring installation, special installation space, ambient temperature considerations, vibration consideration, complex circuitry, sophisticated or expensive electronic components, and changes in vehicle operation or brake usage.

Abstract: An improved electrochromic rearview mirror assembly for motor vehicles is disclosed that includes a signal light mounted behind the electrochromic mirror. The electrochromic mirror has a signal light area formed in its reflective coating by removing a portion of the reflective coating and aligning the signal light with this signal light area. The portion removed is laser ablated to leave lines devoid of reflective material separated by lines of the reflective material. The signal light area may be formed in the reflective coating of the electrochromic mirror regardless of whether the reflective coating is applied to the rear or front surface of the rear element of the electrochromic mirror. If the reflective coating is applied to the front surface of the rear element (i.e., the third surface), the reflective material used is also electrically conductive so as to function as one of the electrodes for the electrochromic mirror.

Abstract: A parking guidance and management system. The system provides graphical information regarding the relative availability of parking spaces within a parking garage or other large facility. The system relies on a video image sensing system wherein each space in the facility is monitored by a camera to determine whether or not it is occupied. A single camera may be used to determine the status of a plurality of spaces. The information is displayed at strategically located displays along the way to available spaces. The displays contain advertising messages adjacent to the information about space availability. Revenues generated by the sale of advertising can be used by the facility operator to defray the purchase and/or maintenance cost of the guidance and management system. The information obtained from the sensors at each parking space may be used to provide information to the manager of the facility regarding space utilization.

Abstract: A signal lamp for vehicles, specifically motor vehicles, has a housing in which at least one light source is positioned, and a light guide from which light is directed in a predetermined light exit direction, whereby the light guide is structured as a long stretched-out light-release element that extends at least in areas along an edge of a housing and/or of a reflector.

Abstract: A taillight system for an automotive vehicle has an optic manifold mounted in a assembly defining a light emitting area, a first light source configured to provide illumination through the light emitting area, and a second light source configured to provide illumination through a predetermined portion of the light emitting area. The system has an illumination mode in which the first light source provides illumination of a first intensity in a first wavelength range through the light emitting area, a brake mode in which the first light source provides illumination of a second intensity in the first wavelength range through the light emitting area, and a backup mode in which the second light source provides illumination in a second wavelength range through the predetermined portion of the light emitting area, with or without the first light source providing illumination through the light emitting area, the second wavelength range including the first wavelength range.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and an arrangement for indicating the braking intensity or the deceleration of a vehicle. A signal generating device generates a signal corresponding to a deceleration of the vehicle, or a brake pedal force of the driver. An indicating device, which has at least two brake lights, indicates braking information assigned to the respective signal and a controller controls the indicating device on the basis of the signal provided by the signal generating device. The indicating device outputs various signals which correspond to various respective levels of braking intensity. The braking signal information is provided in a detailed form which does not have to be learned separately but which can be perceived directly by the driver based on knowledge already stored in the driver's subconscious from normal driving operation and experience.

Abstract: The vehicle safety system produces a supplemental warning signal when a braking system of an associated vehicle is actuated. The system includes a warning signal coupled to a wire loop and a flux generator adapted to be coupled to the braking system of the vehicle. When the braking system of the vehicle is actuated the flux generator draws current from the vehicle and the flux generator creates flux when the braking system is actuated to power the warning signal.

Abstract: A converter circuit connected between the signal light control system of a towing vehicle and the turn signal and brake lamps of a towed farm implement discriminates between braking signals and turn signals appearing at the same pin positions of a connector receptacle by timing the duration of the signals. In a second embodiment providing for enhanced lighting of farm implements when traveling on public roads, latching relays establish circuits for flashing the brake lamp in the direction of turn. A switch may be provided to enable the enhanced lighting when the towing vehicle is a tractor, or disable the enhanced lighting and permit the implement turn signal and brake lights to mimic the operation of the turn signal and lights on a truck when the towing vehicle is a truck.

Abstract: The present invention provides a light control system for controlling the operating lights of an emergency vehicle. The light control system (or LCS) will comprise a digital logic controller with a plurality of input pins which are adapted for connection with the operating light switches of the vehicle. The digital logic controller also has a plurality of output pins adapted for connection with the operating lights of the vehicle and a plurality of mode selection switches for selecting a plurality of different modes for controlling the operating lights. In a preferred embodiment, the digital logic controller is a microprocessor.

Abstract: A light bar for mounting on an emergency vehicle to provide warning light signals. An elongate body portion has an elongate axis, the elongate body portion adapted to be mounted on the emergency vehicle so that the elongate axis traverses an axis coaxial with the direction of the travel of the emergency vehicle. At least three vertically spaced lighting layers are provided, each layer having at least one emergency light source, the emergency light sources on each layer cooperating to provide a transient high intensity warning light signal 360.degree. around the light bar. At least four linear rows of emergency light sources as viewed from the top of the light bar are also provided, the rows being substantially parallel to the elongate axis, each row having at least two emergency light sources, at least one row located in each of the layers and at least one layer having at least two rows, the emergency light sources in each row cooperate to provide a transient high intensity warning signal 360.degree.

Abstract: An information indicating device having an LED and a light transmitting structure is disposed within a line of sight of a vehicle operator so as to transmit light from the LED to the vehicle while the operator is driving the vehicle. A distance sensor measures a distance between a vehicle body and an object near it. An emission control circuit controls the LED based on an output of the distance sensor, thereby indicating predetermined information, such as a distance warning to the operator. An indicating portion is disposed on an end of a corner pole or a fender marker to receive light from the LED and transmit light to the vehicle operator without requiring the vehicle operator to substantially look away from the direction the vehicle is traveling or a mirror showing the driver the vehicle's traveling direction.

Abstract: A programmable turn signal and hazard flasher control system (10, 100) includes a lamp control module (12, 108) coupling a turn signal request unit (14, 106) to a number of turn signal lamps (20-30). The module (12, 108) couples the turn signal request unit (14, 106) to a number of vehicle turn signal lamps (20-26) in a first mode of operation and to a number of vehicle turn signal lamps (20-26) as well as a number of additional turn signal lamps (28, 30) in a second mode of operation to thereby accommodate lighting requirements of a trailer or other towed vehicle or to accommodate different lighting requirements in vehicles of a common vehicle platform. The load current to the turn signal lamps (20-30) in either case flows through a shunt resistor R1, and is controlled by a flasher circuit (54) during normal operation to a first flash rate and during a lamp failure condition to a second faster flash rate.

Abstract: An electronic warning system made up of illuminated and colored placards for trailers carrying hazardous materials. The colored placards are changed as desired to signal different hazardous loads by a computerized control unit located in the cab. The placards are based on display panels of either light emitting diodes or liquid crystal. A remote mobile control unit can also be employed by itself or in conjunction with the cab's control unit to operate at least four colored placards on each side of a trailer to collectively identify the hazardous cargo being transported in compliance with federal regulations.

Abstract: A strobe light warning system for school busses for visually notifying a passerby of an emergency when an emergency door of a school bus is opened. The strobe light warning system for school busses includes a first pair of strobe lights adapted for mounting on opposite sides of an emergency door of a school bus. Each of the strobe lights is in communication with a power source of the school bus. A first switch contacts the emergency door. The first switch is electrically connected to the strobe lights such that the first switch closes a circuit when the emergency door is opened thereby permitting power to flow to the strobe lights.

Abstract: A vehicle driver module 10 with circuit 12 for receiving a first signal from a vehicle's controller and providing a second signal responsive thereto. The circuit 12 being placed on a substrate 14 constructed as a heat sink and preferably formed into a U-shaped configuration. A plurality of terminals 16 are attached to the substrate 14 with collars 18 made of an insulative material and having posts 20 constructed to fit within openings 50 of the substrate 14 be fastened thereto and retain the terminals 16 therein. Each of the terminals 16 include a prong 24 projecting out one side of the collar 18 and a clasp 26 out the opposite side of the collar 18. Each clasp 26 is constructed to provide a snap electrical contact at a predetermined location on the circuit on the substrate. The prongs 24 are selectively spaced so as to be received in and mesh with the standard vehicle relay junction block.

Abstract: A mobile display system comprises one or more vehicles, e.g. taxis, buses, tractor-trailers, etc., equipped with externally viewable display panels and an on-board controller. The controller determines the vehicle location and drives the display to generate a publicly viewable message selected for viewing within such location. The message is displayed pursuant to a schedule which includes date, time of day and display duration while the vehicle is within the zone or until the vehicle is located in another zone which is not included within the message schedule. A tiered system control network includes a plurality of fixed stations which transmit message content and scheduling data to the controller and which generate billing and other accounting records.

Abstract: A base adapted to be mounted on a vehicle supports a light source for generating a rotating light beam. A dome-shaped lens is positioned on the base over the light source to form an enclosure for the light source. A coating may be located on the top of the lens to prevent light passing therethrough and into the passenger compartment. Multiple flashes are created by a reflector positioned adjacent the rear portion of the lens to reflect the rotating beam as a plurality of discrete flashes within a sector relative to the base. A filter generally having a contour of the front portion of the lens may be mounted thereon. The multiple flashes may be of different colors depending on the range of wavelength of light transmitted by the lens and filter and reflected by the reflector. A person viewing the light sees at least four discrete flashes of light which may be of varying colors.