Abstract: A portable video system comprises a video unit for facilitating play of a video medium, the player having a hinge, a display pivotally attached to the video player on the hinge, and a base unit secured to a substrate for selectively coupling a control panel of the video unit to the substrate, wherein the control panel can be selectively un-coupled from the base unit.

Abstract: A display system and a program for displaying a portion of a range that is obstructed due to the body of a vehicle when viewed from a driver seat is provided. The portion of the range is seamlessly linked to a scene viewed through a windshield. The display system includes an imaging means acquiring an image of an outside of a vehicle including the obstructed portion of the range, a first display means disposed on an instrument panel of the vehicle, and a control means that processes an image acquired by the imaging means. The image displayed on the first display means is seamlessly linked to a scene viewed through the windshield and the processed image is displayed on the first display means.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for a vehicle mounted display device which can be easily attached to a vehicle and is removable. The projector can conveniently be plugged into the trailer light power source to give the device power to project an image onto a vehicle. The projector may be digital allowing the owner to choose an image from inside the vehicle. A magnetic or adhesive screen may be placed on the vehicle to allow the image to function properly and effectively on dark paint or other finishes that prevent a clean image. The apparatus comprises an adjustable mounting unit, an adjustable arm, and a projector which can all be adjusted to provide an efficient angle to project the image onto the vehicle.

Abstract: A calculation device for use in a vehicle, having a housing and having a first planar display, disposed in the housing, for direct readout of information in the planar display, and having a second projection unit, disposed in the housing, for generating a virtual image, in particular on a windshield of the vehicle.

Abstract: When it is determined that the host vehicle is stopped at the intersection in the right turn waiting state, the navigation ECU forms a right turn waiting mark representing the right turn waiting state on the road surface of the opposing lane at the intersection where the host vehicle is stopped with a visually identifiable laser beam with a predetermined color. When it is determined that the host vehicle is brought into the right turn start state from the right turn waiting state where the host vehicle is stopped at the intersection, the navigation ECU forms the right turn start mark representing the right turn start state instead of the right turn waiting mark on the road surface of the opposing lane at the intersection where the host vehicle enters with the visually identifiable laser beam with the color (for example, red) different from that of the right turn waiting mark, at substantially the same position thereof in accordance with the traveling state of the host vehicle.

Abstract: A Projector mounted on a means of transport, henceforth vessel, displaying visual media on the surroundings of the vessel, and broadcasting a wireless audio signal which allows the users of the vessel to receive the sound associated with the visual media being displayed. The data for the visual and audio media content is sent by a central server to a server aboard the vessel, which then transmits the visual media content to the projectors mounted on the vessel, to be displayed on the surroundings, and the audio signal to be transmitted wirelessly to the users of the vessel.

Abstract: A safety light apparatus includes a first light source to emit a first light beam and a first light modulator to modulate the first light beam to project a first light image resembling a left boundary of a bike lane. A second light source emits a second light beam, and a second light modulator modulates the second light beam to project a second light image resembling a right boundary of a bike lane. A housing supports the first and second light sources and the first and second light modulators. A mounting device is provided for mounting the housing to a bicycle.

Abstract: A control unit presents a visual stimulus onto a film adhered on an inner surface of a windscreen glass of a vehicle, and controls the visual stimulus so as to allow a driver to perceive the visual stimulus approaching the driver or receding therefrom in response to detection results of a driving environment detection unit, a vehicle status detection unit and a driver status detection unit. In such a way, visually induced vection can be produced for the driver by the visual stimulus. Accordingly, a drive sense of the driver can be adjusted in response to a vehicle state quantity, a driving environment and a driver state.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system for projecting an image from a vehicle onto a surface, such as a road or sidewalk. A laser diode assembly is installed in the vehicle and comprises: a light beam source; a power source; a power regulating chip; an image creation means; and, power activating means. A lens is secured to an output end of the laser diode assembly, and comprises a light diffraction image which can be a message, logo, or graphic design Activation is initiated by switching on the assembly from a position within the interior of the vehicle, or by an activity such as the opening of a door. The activation is ramped up to a full-on state over a pre-set period of time.

Abstract: A method to display an infotainment graphic upon a surface within a vehicle includes monitoring a source of infotainment content; determining the infotainment graphic based upon monitoring the source of infotainment content, and displaying the infotainment graphic upon the surface including a material reactive to display graphics in response to an excitation projector, wherein the excitation projector includes an ultraviolet projector.

Abstract: The present invention relates, generally, to a vehicle dashboard using rear projection system. A vehicle dashboard using rear projection system of the present invention preferably includes: a screen that provides a visual image; a printed circuit board (PCB) that controls the provision of a graphic image to the screen; and an projection system projection system that is controlled by the printed circuit board, and is installed at a rear side of the printed circuit board and irradiates a light to the screen.

Abstract: An image generating illumination device is provided for interior surfaces of a means of transport. The illumination device includes, but is not limited to at least one or several projection units and a light-emitting diode arrangement. The projection units are designed to project a continuous image onto the surface of hat racks that are arranged one beside the other, and the light-emitting diode arrangement is designed to illuminate ceiling panels. The light that is projected by the light-emitting diode arrangement merges seamlessly into the continuous image.

Abstract: The invention pertains to the projection of image contents in an aircraft. A mechanical projection surface is provided that features a gear with two thrust sleeves and two gear rods. The two thrust sleeves are displaced opposite to one another due to the rotation of a threaded rod. Each of the two thrust sleeves carries along an assigned gear rod such that a projection screen is respectively retracted or extended.

Abstract: An automotive display system includes a frontward information acquisition unit, a position detection unit and an image projection unit. The frontward information acquisition unit acquires frontward information. The frontward information includes information relating to a frontward path of a vehicle. The position detection unit detects a position of one eye of an image viewer riding in the vehicle. The image projection unit generates a first virtual image at a corresponding position in scenery of the frontward path based on the frontward information acquired by the frontward information acquisition unit and projects a light flux including an image including the generated first virtual image toward the one eye of the image viewer based on the detected position of the one eye. The first virtual image has a size corresponding to at least one of a vehicle width and a vehicle height.

Abstract: A wheel balancer includes a microprocessor configured to receive data associated with a vehicle wheel rim and tire assembly imbalance from at least one sensor, and to identify optimal correction weight plane locations, as well as to present the operator with the imbalance correction weight arrangement. The microprocessor is further configured to control a projection display system disposed to project a two-dimensional image onto a surface of the vehicle wheel rim and tire assembly, to facilitate completion of a wheel imbalance correction procedure.

Abstract: A system for displaying information via a light source on rotating helicopter blades of an aircraft such as a helicopter is provided. The light source may be a laser light source and the light therefrom may be directed onto the aircraft blade by one or more motion controlled mirrors and a computer controller. A sensor is capable of determining the position of helicopter blades during rotation, such that light may be projected upon only the moving blade at precisely timed intervals, so as to form perceivable graphics and/or messages thereon. In addition, such system may be utilized for displaying graphics and/or messages on rotating propellers of fixed wing aircraft.

Abstract: A display apparatus for vehicle includes: an image projector configured to project a light flux including an image having a display object toward a one eye of an image viewer; and a position detector configured to detect the one eye of the image viewer. The image projector changes at least one of a position, a shape and a size of the display object in the image on the basis of a position of the one eye detected by the position detector.

Abstract: A projection apparatus for a vehicle of the present invention includes a projector for projecting an image onto a screen, a support bracket supporting the projector, a frame attached to a ceiling of the vehicle, and a vibration absorber arranged between the support bracket and the frame. The vibration absorber includes a plurality of wire ropes for absorbing multidirectional vibrations transmitted from the vehicle through the frame to the projector. Accordingly, this prevents the projector from shaking so that passengers can comfortably watch video content, and also reduces the incidence of breakage of components of the projector, thereby prolonging the lifetime of the projector.

Abstract: An embodiment of a motoring aid method and system for a road vehicle, whereby a motoring aid information item is generated as the road vehicle travels along a road having a road surface; the information is converted into a graphic display image; and the image is projected onto a portion of the road surface ahead of the road vehicle, to allow the driver of the road vehicle to view the image without distracting the driver's attention from the road.

Abstract: The invention relates to an image viewing system for aircraft passengers, characterized in that it is embodied in the form of a module (10) which comprises a unit (20) for displaying images originating from at least one image source (12, 14, 16), the display unit being tied to an internal wall of the aircraft, in a position parallel to a floor of the aircraft.

Abstract: A projector system for a vehicle that provides an integrated docking system throughout the vehicle, thereby providing a passenger with a multimedia display in a variety of locations, wherein a temperature range over which the projector system performs is maximized, is disclosed. The projection system includes, a docking device integrated with a surface of the vehicle, wherein the docking device is in electrical communication with at least one secondary device. A projector is adapted to be coupled to the docking device, wherein the docking device provides electrical communication between the projector and the secondary device. A retracting device having a viewing screen adapted to display a projected video output of the projector is integrated with a surface of the vehicle. The retracting device is adapted to extend the viewing screen to display the projected video output of the projector and retract the viewing screen for storage.

Abstract: A display system for a center stack of a vehicle is disclosed including a translucent material and a projection system. Dynamic graphical content derived from an input by a passenger of the vehicle via at least one of simulated controls and hard-tooled switches is projected onto the material by the projection system.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for presenting an advertisement by displaying an image on a rotational or moving surface by projecting an image onto a rotational or moving surface. Since the image is not affixed onto the rotational or moving surface, the projected image can be viewed as a stationary image as the projected lights are reflected from the rotating or moving surface. Advertisements or different kinds of images can be presented on rotating surfaces such as rotating tires or rotating engine blades.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for selectively displaying data includes an aerial support mechanism, such as a helium balloon, adapted to be positioned at a desired location, which may be changed based on a user preference. The apparatus also includes a processor, coupled to the aerial support mechanism, which accesses, retrieves and stores display data. A projection module is coupled to the processing module and displays portions of the data, as a function of the processor. The projection module displays the portions of the data on a surface such as the ground, side of a building or screen. User-input commands determine the portions of the data displayed by the projection module and the projection module displays different data over a predetermined period of time. Also, a mobile display, mounted on a bus or taxi, can be used to display data based on the location of the mobile display.

Abstract: A display device includes: a light source configured to generate a coherent light beam; and an optical plate including a plurality of microlenses arranged with a period larger than the diameter of the light beam, the optical plate being configured to control the divergence angle of the light beam.

Abstract: A vehicular visual assistance system includes: a retro-reflective surface formed on an inside face of a pillar that is in a position obstructing the view of a vehicle driver seated on a driver's seat within a vehicle compartment; a camera mounted on the vehicle outside the vehicle compartment for taking an image outward from the pillar in a direction that is substantially the same as the line of vision of the vehicle driver on the driver's seat; and a projector for projecting in real time the image taken by the camera toward the retro-reflective surface of the pillar. The projector is fixedly disposed within the vehicle compartment at a position close to the eyes of the vehicle driver on the driver's seat. Thus, it is possible to eliminate a blind spot due to the pillar, thereby enhancing safety of driving.

Abstract: A monitoring apparatus includes plural imaging units; a viewpoint conversion unit making viewpoint conversion of each imaged picture of the plural imaging units into an overhead picture with the same depression angle, respectively; and a picture composite unit joining each overhead picture obtained from the viewpoint conversion unit to superimpose the same scene portion of each overhead picture, and generating a wide overhead picture. The picture composite unit adopts a picture of a superimposed portion in the overhead picture with the highest picture quality of the superimposed portion among each overhead picture related to the superimposed portion as a picture of the superimposed portion of the wide overhead picture.

Abstract: A projector of an information display system in vehicles, in particular in aircraft, for projecting images comprising information for passengers and/or crew onto a projection area which is arranged in the vehicle, with the use of a projection lens that images the image contents onto the projection area, which images are generated by a light source and a projection means. An LED array comprising LEDs that can be switched on and off independently of each other is provided as a light source and as a projection means. To generate composite variable image contents the LEDs can be individually selected. Between the LED array and the projection lens a separation box comprising several chambers is arranged. The chambers of the separation box are associated with an LED such that the chambers associated with the switched-on LEDs are imaged on the projection area by the projection lens as parts of the compound image determined by the switched-on LEDs.

Abstract: A removable vehicle entertainment system is provided. The system includes a video display screen for displaying entertainment to an occupant of the vehicle. The system can be removed from the docking bracket in the vehicle, and attached to an external docking station such that the system can be used independently of the power supply and speakers of the vehicle. Further, the system can be used as a self-contained personal entertainment system. The system includes mechanical and/or electrical componentry that determines audio mute and video display configuration based on a power signal and a docked signal.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a laser projector and a laser beam ECU that is connected to a vehicle communication apparatus for communicating with an information center that provides a guidance service by an operator. According to an operation guidance by the operator, information indicating a switch to be operated is sent from the information center to the laser beam ECU through the vehicle communication apparatus. Then, the laser beam ECU identifies the switch to be operated based on the information and controls the laser projector to direct a laser beam to the switch to be operated.

Abstract: A projection system includes a projection device and a viewing surface. The projection device is configured to project an image onto the viewing surface. The viewing surface has a first side and a second side. The viewing surface is substantially diffuse reflective when viewed from the first side and substantially transparent when viewed from the second side. The viewing surface can also include a plurality of louvers adapted to attenuate light passing through the viewing surface. The viewing surface and the plurality of louvers can be part of a projection screen. The projection system can be included in a motor vehicle.

Abstract: A visible laser beam projection system determines a target point of position to which a visible laser beam is to be projected, a start point and a trajectory from the start point and the target point based on data of conditions inside and outside of a vehicle. The system starts projecting the visible laser beam from the start point, moves the visible laser beam while it is being projected along the trajectory and stops the projection of the visible laser beam. The start point, target point and the trajectory may be changed depending on contents to be indicated.

Abstract: A multi-direction image viewing system includes a triangular or rectangular image case, and plural projectors symmetrically installed to the inner sides of the image case in three or four directions. Projecting light paths cross each other so that the size of the image case is reduced to 1/6.7 to ? of the size of the conventional image case. By reducing the weight of the image case through size reduction, the multi-direction image viewing system can serve as a mobile multi-direction image viewing system coupled with a trailer and transported by a small sized vehicle such as a motorcycle, as a wide viewing angle multi-direction image system attached to a wall and coupled with the safety fence of the bus terminal or the subway station, and as an image viewing system mounted to a ceiling or wall.

Abstract: For better comfort of passengers on the subway, a projector can be used. It can be mounted in the wall of the wagon so the image would appear outside on the well prepared wall of the subway tunnel. The wall of the tunnel needs to be prepared and painted white. For the legibility of the image, laser sensors of distance can be mounted by the projector. These can give a good focused image even on the walls which are in different distances from the wagon.

Abstract: An optical system for vehicle operating monitoring is disclosed. The optical system includes at least one illuminator that illuminates a profile of a vehicle operator and an imager in optical communication with a reflector that captures a reflected image of the vehicle operator profile from the reflector. A method is also disclosed.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system for generating stereo images includes a front display adapted to project a polarized first image along a viewing axis, a back display adapted to project a polarized second image along the viewing axis and through the front display, and a controller coupled to at least the front display and adapted to oscillate image projection between the front display and back display. The system in this embodiment further includes a first lens portion and a second lens portion, the first lens portion being polarized to the same state as the front display and the second lens portion being polarized to the same state as the back display.

Abstract: The subject of the invention relates to an aerial advertising device for the presentation of pictures that change over time which contains an inflatable information-carrying body (90) that has a hollow internal space (92), a supporting structure (50) positioned in the internal space (92) of the information-carrying body (90), an image formation unit (10) connected to the supporting structure (50), as well as a power supply unit linked to the image formation unit (10) and a fixing unit (80) connected to the information-carrying body (90), the information-carrying body (90) has a filling opening (93) in connection with the internal space (92), furthermore, a group of markings (2) consisting of one or more characters and/or graphics is displayed on the information-carrying body (90), and at least a part of the group of markings (2) displayed on the information-carrying body (90) is formed by the virtual picture projected onto the internal surface (95) of the information-carrying body (90) with the assistance of

Abstract: There is provided a head-up display (HUD) tray harmonization assembly, including a mount alignment jig (MAJ) having a first end and a second end, the first end being connectable to an adjustable tray affixed in an aircraft front cabin at spaced-apart relationship to a front window having a lower edge located adjacent the front end of the aircraft, a telescope connected to the MAJ at, or adjacent, its second end oriented for viewing through the window, a collimator holder having a first portion connectable to the outside wall of the front edge of the aircraft and a second portion extending towards and terminating at least at the lower edge of the window, and a collimator coupled to the second portion of the holder to form a line of sight with said telescope. A method for HUD tray harmonization is also provided.

Abstract: A circuit includes a converter for converting an a.c. voltage into a d.c. voltage. The converter has a diode half-bridge, a switch half-bridge, and two d.c. rails. Further, the converter has a second converter for converting the a.c. voltage into a second d.c. voltage.

Abstract: A motor vehicle has a passenger compartment with an interior covering formed with a display region. The display regions is configured to emit visible light upon irradiation thereof with light in an invisible range or an at least virtually invisible range. There is also provided a projection assembly for displaying information or images in the display region by irradiating the display region with such light in the invisible range or the at least virtually invisible range.

Abstract: A display apparatus for displaying at least one of images and data in a vehicle has a projection unit and a display surface, the projection unit being arranged on at least one of a vehicle roof and on a vehicle inside mirror. The display surface may be used to display a real image generated by the projection unit.

Abstract: A projecting apparatus has a projector section which projects projection light in response to an inputted picture signal, a cabinet section which stores the projector section, a connector section having a function of connecting the cabinet section to a vehicle interior ceiling, and a screen section provided on one side face of the cabinet section, the screen section having a transmission type screen member which displays a picture when projection light is irradiated from the projector section, and also having a function of selectively removing the screen member from a passage of the projection light or attachably demounting the screen member from the cabinet section, thereby irradiating the projection light to the outside of the cabinet section.

Abstract: A display device has plural light emitting elements disposed in line, a first optical system to diverge light emitted from the light emitting elements, and a second optical system to converge the light passing through the first optical system. The first optical system is rotatable by a rotating unit which a control unit controls. The control unit also controls lighting-on and lighting-off of the light emitting elements in sync with rotary movement of the first optical system and according to image information to be displayed, thereby the second optical system converging the light to produce the image information.

Abstract: A wheel balancer includes a microprocessor configured to receive data associated with a vehicle wheel rim and tire assembly imbalance from at least one sensor, and to identify optimal correction weight plane locations, as well as to present the operator with the imbalance correction weight arrangement. The microprocessor is further configured to control a projection display system disposed to project a two-dimensional image onto a surface of the vehicle wheel rim and tire assembly, to facilitate completion of an wheel imbalance correction procedure.

Abstract: The present invention involves an integrated docking assembly for a portable multimedia unit in a vehicle. The assembly comprises a receiver frame configured to receive the portable multimedia unit and a locking mechanism configured to secure the portable multimedia unit in the receiver frame. The locking mechanism includes spring loaded locking tabs and a push member connected to the locking tabs for securing and releasing the portable multimedia unit.

Abstract: A vehicle projection system relating to use of a light projecting system comprising at least one light projector adapted to project at least one decorative light design onto at least one exterior portion of a vehicle. The system preferably uses a laser projector and user-selectable controller to select and control decorative designs projected onto the vehicle exterior. The controller may be manually operated, computer programmed, remote controlled or utilize pre-selected programming.

Abstract: A system for visualizing one or more images to one or more viewers in motion, comprises: (a) an extended span of screen; (b) a sequence of projectors mounted along the screen; (c) at least one device for receiving a series of images; and (d) a computer for dividing the frame of each image in the series of images into a number of sub-images and shifting the dividing lines on the frame of each image, frame by frame, according to a function of the moving velocity of the viewers, such that the series of images are split into a number of series of shifted sub-images; and (e) projectors for projecting each series of the shifted sub-images on the screen separately by one of the corresponding projectors, such that the images are displayed on the screen, and the display positions move on the screen according to a function of the velocity of the viewers.

Abstract: An image projector is supported by a vehicle to project a two-dimensional image on a projection surface, such as a portion of a windshield, an instrument panel, or a seat back, within the vehicle, for viewing by an occupant of the vehicle.

Abstract: A projection system and method are provided, the system includes a radiation source for generating electromagnetic radiation outside the visible wavelength range, an imaging unit, which can be irradiated by the radiation source, and a projection screen having a radiation-sensitive surface which, when excited by means of the above-mentioned invisible radiation, can emit fluorescent light in the visible wavelength range. The radiation-sensitive surface is formed of a material which, irrespective of the position, emits fluorescent light of different wavelengths as a function of the wavelength of the excitation radiation, and the radiation source can emit excitation radiation of different wavelengths.

Abstract: In a display system, a projector is mounted inside a vehicle, and emits a light beam, which is generated based on an image signal, toward an opening formed at a portion near a rear end of the vehicle. An exterior screen is extendable toward the opening and is made of a material having low stiffness. While being extended toward the opening, the exterior screen displays an image by allowing the light beam emitted by the projector to pass therethrough. A screen housing unit is mounted on or near one of a rear hatch and a back door of the vehicle for accommodating the exterior screen.