Abstract: An exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a variable reflectance mirror reflective element. A mirror reflector of the mirror reflective element includes a stack of thin films having at least two thin films. At least one of the thin films is formed of a material that has a specific resistivity of less than about 1×10?2 ohm·cm, and at least one of the thin films is a thin metal film. An electrochromic medium is disposed in an interpane cavity of the mirror reflective element and is bounded by a perimeter seal. A reflective perimeter layer is disposed at a second surface of a front substrate proximate a perimeter edge of the front substrate. The perimeter layer generally conceals the perimeter seal from view by a driver of the vehicle normally viewing the front substrate when the exterior rearview mirror assembly is mounted at the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a light emitting diode (LED) light source comprising an LED die, or a closely packed die array or matrix of die arrays, substantially and efficiently coupled to non-imaging collection optics. The non-imaging collection optics operate to provide a homogenized LED output having a near field whose intensity is highly uniform and a reduced far field extent substantially preserving the étendue (area, solid angle, index squared product) of the LED output. The near field, in turn, is imaged by a downstream relay lens to an illumination plane a specific distance away.

Abstract: A vehicle front lighting assembly, or headlight assembly, that includes one or more variable tint electrowetting elements overlying a portion of the assembly lens surface. The variable tint electrowetting element is configured to operate to a transparent state whereby the hue of light passing therethrough is not changed, and a tinted state where the hue of light passing therethrough is changed. Alternatively, the variable tint electrowetting element is configured to operate to the tinted state and an opaque state where light is blocked from passing through the electrowetting element. The assembly may use light emitting diodes (LED) as an alternative to more conventional light sources.

Abstract: A lighted exterior mirror assembly includes a housing that houses a reflectance element that is movably positionable by the driver of a vehicle to adjust its rearward field of view when the lighted exterior rearview mirror assembly is attached at a side of the vehicle. A ground illumination lamp is disposed at a portion of the lighted exterior mirror assembly and separate from the reflectance element. The ground illumination lamp is a substantially moisture-impervious unit having an enclosure and a lens that is permanently joined with the enclosure. The ground illumination lamp includes a light source disposed within the enclosure behind the lens and, when the lighted exterior mirror assembly is attached at the side of the vehicle and when the light source is electrically powered, the light source emits light that passes through the lens and illuminates a ground area adjacent the side of the vehicle.

Abstract: A comprehensive system for providing elements to make a personal vehicle safe and legal for driving on common streets. The system includes all lighting elements that make a personal vehicle street-legal and safe within a single package to allow for easy additions to existing vehicles. Combined elements may include headlights, turning signals, running/parking lights, brake lights, a horn, and windshield wipers.

Abstract: A luminant component, such as reflective tape or an electrically powered component, is applied to the window frame of a motor vehicle. The component is visible from both the outside of the window, through the window and the inside of the window to illuminate at least portions of the vehicle.

Abstract: A saddle-ride type vehicle has a handlebar cover 27 covering at least a front portion of a handlebar 14. The vehicle includes a turn signal device having mounting stays 26 jointed to the handlebar bar 14, and lamp members 25 supported on the mounting stays 26. The handlebar cover 27 covering the front portion of the handlebar 14 has opening portions 47 formed so as to face in a vehicle body forward direction. The mounting stays 26 penetrate the opening portions 47 and extend in the vehicle body forward direction from the handlebar 14. The lamp members 25 are connected to front end portions of the mounting stays 26. The mounting stays 26 are jointed to end portions 14c of the handlebar 14. Stay covers 45 which cover the mounting stays 26 can be provided.

Abstract: An optical system for a motor vehicle, the optical system performing at least one main optical function and including in particular a diffusion screen, at least one light source of the LED type, each LED of the optical system producing a set of rays of light to be propagated in the diffusion screen wherein the screen is in the form of a curved sheet, with an upper lateral flange and a lower lateral flange which meet at a periphery which has in particular a rear face and a front edge and the principal function is performed essentially via an output face constituted by the front edge of the diffusion screen.

Abstract: A base member has a top and a bottom with laterally spaced sides, a generally planar front face, and a generally planar rear face. A battery extends through a cylindrical hole through the base member. A lens cap is threadedly coupled to the rear face of the base member rearwardly of the hole to create a light chamber rearward of the base member. A battery switch is threadedly coupled to the base member. A printed circuit board with rearward facing LEDs is within the chamber. The LEDs are adapted to be turned on and off through the energizing and de-energizing of the battery by the switch.

Abstract: A pocket assembly is provided for mounting at a recess of a vehicle body where a charge port of the vehicle is located, the pocket assembly has a body mountable to a vehicle, wherein the body has a base portion and a bezel portion, at least one outer layer established at an outer surface of said bezel portion, wherein the at least one outer layer is viewable at the side of the vehicle when the charge port is being accessed by a user of the vehicle and an illumination source disposed at or behind said bezel portion, and an illumination source being operable to illuminate indicia established at or on the bezel portion.

Abstract: A taillight apparatus of a vehicle is arranged with a board provided with LEDs between a case and a lens. The board is arranged along a front and rear direction of the vehicle. A first reflector is provided at one end of the board on a side of the case, and is provided with a second reflector at the other end of the board on a side of the lens. The board is supported by interposing the board between the first reflector and the second reflector. The taillight apparatus configured in this manner has a reduced height dimension and a board with increased strength.

Abstract: An interior light assembly for use in a vehicle includes a housing having a light transmission end constructed to pass light out of the housing. A light source is located in the housing and arranged to emit light in a direction to pass out of the light transmission end of the housing. A visor extends from the light transmission end of the housing for blocking light from the light source in directions transverse to the light transmission end of the housing into a passenger compartment of the vehicle. The visor has an end remote from the housing shaped to engage a windshield of the vehicle. The visor may be pivotably mounted on the housing to facilitate flush engagement of the remote visor end with the windshield. The visor can flare outwardly from the housing to the remote end so light can be seen at greater off-angles by persons outside the vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a luminous garnish for a vehicle in which an illumination unit and a light emitting unit forms an integral part, wherein the garnish provides various patterns and illuminations at a same portion of an integral part, thereby realizing the luxury and high product value of the interior material.

Abstract: A side turn signal lamp includes a light guide member having a light guide lens and a plurality of LEDs. The light guide lens includes a front surface and a light entry end face. The light guide lens includes a front surface and a light entry end face. The front surface is configured to correspond to a laterally extending opening in an outer side wall of a side mirror housing so as to guide the light through the opening. The light guide lens is configured to have a width that corresponds to the opening having a shape of a slit in a front view and such that the light entry end face extends in a front-rear direction of the side turn signal lamp. The LEDs are arranged in the front-rear direction to directly face the light entry end face.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to illuminated devices attached to vehicles. More specifically, an illuminated device may be attached to a vehicle in the form of an illuminated logo or emblem. The illumination of the device may be controlled for color, state, and/or intensity in response to vehicle signals received by the device. In addition, the illuminated device may use switching circuitry to interface with a vehicle's electrical power and/or signals.

Abstract: An outer casing for headlights and a headlight using the outer casing can include an outer lens having an opening portion and a casing having an opening portion. The opening portion of the outer lens can include a sealing projection and a water guard rib, and the opening portion of the casing can include an end surface and a sealing concave portion. The outer lens can be attached to the casing so that the sealing projection is inserted in the sealing concave portion while the water guard rib contacts the end surface. The outer lens can be casted by a simple molding tool such that a burr is prevented from occurring on the opening portion. Therefore, the headlight using the outer casing can incorporate various lamps with an airtight structure and an adequate mechanical strength even when the outer lens is formed in a thickness of less than 2.5 millimeters.

Abstract: A lamp assembly 10 has a housing 12 that preferably is non-rotationally symmetrical. In a particular embodiment the housing 12 can be rectangular; however, other non-rotationally symmetrical housings can also be employed. The housing 12 includes a base 14 and an upstanding wall 16 surrounding the base 14. The space between the cover 24 and the base 14 defines a light-conducting channel 34. A light-receiving aperture 36 is defined in the housing 12 and in one instance is formed to receive light from a light source 22. A first light-receiving conduit 38 is defined in the light-conducting channel 34 and is formed to receive light from the light source 22 that is fitted into the light-receiving aperture 36 and conduct light to a second light-receiving conduit 40 defined in the light-conducting channel 34.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle light system comprising a laser device for generating a laser beam, further comprising a light output module provided with a phosphor element for emitting a light beam upon incidence of the generated laser beam and provided with an optical element associated with the phosphor element for producing a light output beam. Furthermore, the light system comprises a further light output module provided with a corresponding further phosphor element and a second optical element. The laser device is arranged to switch between a first state, in which the generated laser beam is directed to the phosphor element, and a second state in which the generated laser beam is directed to the further phosphor element.

Abstract: A straddle-type vehicle that reliably inhibits entry of fluid to a tail lamp unit. An extending member protrudes upward from a rear fender and extends in a vehicle width direction. The extending member covers a sealing member of flasher lenses and a tail lamp lens when the motorcycle is viewed from the rear. A gutter guides fluid that enters a space between the extending member and the tail lamp unit.

Abstract: A low profile, streamlined, lamp for use as a side-marker and/or a clearance light on a vehicle which directs a substantial amount of its light output at an angle left and right of the perpendicular axis, and along the longitudinal axis through the agency of an optical element positioned between the light source and the outer cover.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus has a housing and is disposed at a lower end of a front fork of a motorcycle. The housing includes a front opening disposed on a side of a radiation direction of a lighting body and a side opening disposed on a center side in a width direction of a motorcycle. The side opening in the housing, covered by a lid, is wide enough for the lighting body to pass through. The housing includes a wire guide for withdrawing an electric wire and a drain hole formed in a bottom portion of the housing. The lighting body is fixed on a board. The housing includes rails disposed on an upper wall portion and a lower wall portion thereof, into which an upper end and a lower end of the board are to be fitted so as to position the lighting body in a longitudinal direction.

Abstract: An electric charge receptacle for a vehicle configured to be used with an electric plug includes a housing, a plurality of prongs, and a light source. The plurality of prongs are disposed within the housing, and are configured to mate with the electric plug. The light source is disposed within the housing.

Abstract: A low profile vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing having a top end, body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering the top end. The housing is adapted to fit within an opening in a surface such that the lens portion is substantially flush with the surface and the body is positioned behind the surface. In addition, circuitry is disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source is electrically connected to the circuitry.

Abstract: A vehicle including a center high mount stop lamp (CHMSL). The vehicle includes a vehicle body panel formed of a light emitting material of a predetermined color, including a first surface area, and coated with a paint of a predetermined color. A CHMSL housing may be mounted on one side of the vehicle body panel, and one or more light sources may be disposable adjacent or within the CHMSL housing for emitting light through a second surface area of the vehicle body panel when the light source is turned on, with the second surface area being smaller than the first surface area.

Abstract: An auxiliary lighting energy interruption system for use with snow plows and like front-mounted vehicle accessories is disclosed which facilitates the interconnection of such systems to the lighting system of a vehicle upon which the vehicle accessory is mounted to provide power to and to control the auxiliary lights with the lighting system of the vehicle. The system provides first and second harness portions for respective installation on the vehicle and the vehicle accessory, with the first harness portion having a first configuration when it is not connected to the second harness portion and a second configuration when it is connected to the second harness portion. The first configuration allow the headlights on the vehicle to operate, while the second configuration allows only the headlights on the vehicle accessory to operate, with changes between the first and second configurations being accomplished without the need for a switch or a relay.

Abstract: A vehicle light with LED running light frame structure comprises a light cover frame and at least a soft LED light bar; at least a groove having pluralities of through holes at its bottom is provided at an appropriate position at the interior of the light cover frame; by way of provision of the soft LED light bar of a number as that of the grooves at the light cover frame, the luminous chips of the soft LED light bar can aim at the through holes at the groove; the opening of the groove is provided with a two-side adhesive tape for fastening to the vehicle light base after the electric cord extended from the soft LED light bar is connected to the vehicle powder, thereby accomplishing an electric running light.

Abstract: A modular light bar having crisscross lighting in the front and rear. Each module may include two horizontal layers of lighting supported on supports connected to a longitudinal base. A wire harness is positioned within a longitudinal channel in the longitudinal base, with the harness having one end connected to quick disconnects within the modules and having another end connected to a controller. Each of the light bar module is serviceable independent of the other light bar modules, such that the support positioned within and connected to the light bar module being serviced is removable from the light bar module without accessing the other light bar modules by disconnecting the quick disconnect positioned within each light bar module being serviced.

Abstract: Provided is a device for viewing a front-lateral area of a vehicle. A front-lateral viewing device (16) comprises a mirror body (41) of a door mirror (21), a mirror housing (42), a first reflection mirror (22) which is provided in the mirror (42) and which reflects a desired range from a front area to a lateral area with respect to a side portion (55) of a vehicle body, and a second reflection mirror (23) which reflects light from the first reflection mirror (22) toward a vehicle occupant. The mirror housing (42) has a recess (111) where a front surface (108) is inwardly recessed. The first reflection mirror (22) is provided in the recess (111). A blinker (14) is provided at a position spaced from an outer end (95) of the first reflection mirror (22) at a predetermined distance.

Abstract: A direction indicator includes a direction indicator main unit, a grommet for elastically supporting the direction indicator main unit to a front cowl on a vehicle body side, a retainer for removably fixing the front cowl on the vehicle body side and the direction indicator main unit via the grommet, and a shouldered bolt for fastening the retainer and the direction indicator main unit. A fastening portion of the direction indicator main unit to which the retainer is fastened with the shouldered bolt has a groove that serves as a weakened or fragile portion that is deformed or damaged when the direction indicator engages the ground.

Abstract: A motor vehicle rear end is delimited by a rear bulkhead, side wall regions, and a rear cover. An air separation edge extends on the rear cover in the width direction of the motor vehicle. Lateral rear lights are integrated into the motor vehicle rear end, and include means, which are arranged in the side wall regions, for release of the side wall flow, and which extend at a distance below the air separation edge over a height region of the associated rear light (20) and at a distance from the rear bulkhead. At least one opening, through which air flows, is provided in a covering element arranged at the end of an air duct as a means for release of the side wall flow in both side wall regions.

Abstract: A retrofit vehicle mini lamp assembly for attaching a mini lamp to an existing opening in a vehicle surface includes a housing having a body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering a top end of the interior portion. The lamp assembly also includes circuitry disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source being electrically connected to the circuitry. An attachment member is also provided. The attachment member includes an aperture therein adapted to receive the housing, a rim adapted to abut the vehicle surface around the existing opening, and a spacer portion extending laterally from the aperture to the rim. The spacer portion includes an outer surface, wherein the lens portion of the housing is substantially continuous with the outer surface of the spacer portion.

Abstract: An exterior rear view mirror, for a motor vehicle, with an exterior rear view mirror housing formed in at least two parts, which comprises an opening for a mirror glass, and houses at least one base bracket, on which the mirror glass is adjustably arranged. The exterior rear view mirror housing consists at least of a first housing part and a second housing part, which are connected to both each other as well as to the base bracket, in each case. Locking connections are provided at least between the first housing part and the second housing part, as well as between the housing parts and the base bracket, in each case.

Abstract: A running light is activated in response to a number of command signals that correspond to the activation of one or more vehicle lights. For example, the running light may blink when an associated turn signal blinks, may dimly illuminate when a parking light is on, and may shine brightly when a brake light is on.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination lamp which combines at least two different lamp components in a unitary configuration, preferably reducing the total amount of space taken up for the same amount of illumination produced. The combination lamps are preferably suitable for use on vehicles, light fixtures, lamps, decorative articles, etc., and each lamp component preferably has a power connection element independent from the other lamp components.

Abstract: The Directional Safety Mirror, “Flasher” unit has been designed for mounting on a commercial vehicle such as a heavy haul truck, commercial truck, or buses. An additional side view mirror assembly for security to each side of an associated commercial vehicle. The mirror assembly includes thirty eight red colored light emitting diode (LED) bulbs lined in a double chevron “>>” shape; in which the double chevron alternates between one chevron to the other chevron indicating the direction that said vehicle is intending to turn. The Directional Safety Mirror assembly of light emitting diodes (LED) bulbs projects through the mirrored glass wherein an illumination is in electrical communication on said vehicle it is installed upon with the turning signals and emergency circuitry of an associated commercial vehicle or bus. The mirror is capable of movement about both a vertical and a horizontal axis. The directional mirror can be attached to an already existing bracket on said commercial vehicles or buses.

Abstract: A threshold lighting system for recreation vehicles and the like. The system includes a threshold with a first light cavity extending along one side of the threshold for emitting light inwardly into a recreational vehicle in a first direction generally parallel to the vehicle floor, and a second light cavity on the opposite side of the threshold for emitting light in a second direction down the stairs leading to the threshold. The light cavities are preferably part of an extrusion forming the threshold, and the threshold is typically part of a door frame assembly provided as a unit.

Abstract: A lighting device with at least one lighting unit for vehicles, preferably motor vehicles. The lighting device comprises at least one illuminant unit with one circuit board, and with at least one illuminant attached to the circuit board, connected to the conductive paths of the circuit board through contacts. The illuminant is positioned at the front face of the circuit board in order to configure the lighting device so that it can be manufactured simply and economically in a particularly flat configuration and in any curved shape. The lighting device is advantageously used in vehicles, preferably in motor vehicles.

Abstract: A minor reflective element sub-assembly suitable for use for an exterior rearview mirror assembly of a vehicle includes a mirror reflective element and a mirror back plate having a generally planar portion and an indicator receiving portion established via a plastic injection molding operation. The indicator receiving portion includes a wall structure extending at an angle from the generally planar portion adjacent to an aperture established through the mirror back plate. A signal indication module has a light source and a housing that is at least partially received at the wall structure of the indicator receiving portion of the mirror back plate. When the light source is activated, light emitted by the light source emanates through the aperture of the mirror back plate and through the mirror reflective element at an angle relative to the generally planar portion of the mirror back plate.

Abstract: A signal indicator lamp assembly (10) for a vehicle (14) has an LED assembly (16) that emits electromagnetic radiation (20), which is visible light, such as white light, that is composed of at least two wavelengths. A collimating optic (18) is positioned forwardly of the LED assembly (16) for providing substantially parallel light rays of the emitted radiation (20). A second optic (22) is positioned forwardly of the collimating optic (18), the second optic (22) having a first planar surface (33) facing the collimating optic (18) and a second, outer surface (35), the first planar, surface (33) having an interference coating (24) thereon, the interference coating (24) reflecting back toward the LED assembly (16) at least some of the first wavelengths (31) of the radiation (20) and transmitting at least some of the second wavelengths (39).

Abstract: A safety flag includes reflective material, a light source and a controller. The safety flag meets legal requirements when used for extended loads in vehicles in day and night use.

Abstract: A composite lamp assembly for use on a camouflaged military vehicle comprises a lamp housing colored to match the camouflaged scheme of the vehicle. The lamp housing defines an interior space, a first opening and a plurality of second openings in communication with the interior space. The lamp assembly includes a clear lens attached to the housing to occupy the first opening and a plurality of diffusers attached to the housing to occupy the plurality of second openings, the diffusers being colored to match the camouflaged scheme of the vehicle. The lamp assembly further includes a circuit board arranged within the interior space of the lamp housing having first and second pluralities of LEDs mounted thereto. The first plurality of LEDs is positioned to provide light through the clear lens and the second is positioned to provide light through the diffusers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lens for use with a lamp having at least one LED light source. The lens preferably includes a plurality of projections each having a substantially flat top surface and a plurality of sloping side surfaces, preferably suitable for dispersing the emitted light. Such a variance in light emission may enhance the light being viewed from different angles and positions therefrom.

Abstract: A vehicle door safety warning lamp is provided. A light source is respectively disposed on each side of a light socket, and each light source is electrically connected to a power supply device of a vehicle. A white or transparent first shade body and a colored (for example, red or yellow) second shade body cover the two sides of the light socket. When a vehicle door is opened, the light sources disposed on the two sides of the light socket emit lights at the same time, light rays from the first shade body are used to irradiate a traveling path of passengers, and light rays from the second shade body are used to warn other vehicles at the back, thereby improving the safety of the passengers when getting on and off the passenger vehicles (for example, buses or touring vehicles).

Abstract: A lighted exterior rearview mirror system includes an exterior rearview mirror assembly including a reflective element and an electrically-operable actuator. The exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a breakaway joint assembly. The reflective element has an electrically powered heater operable to remove ice or dew from the reflective element. The exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a turn signal indicator lamp that has a light source and a lens. The lamp is included in the exterior rearview mirror assembly and unaffected by operation of the actuator. The breakaway joint assembly includes a wire-way through which a wire cable passes. The wire cable includes wires for operating the actuator, the heater and the lamp. The lens of the lamp has a portion that faces rearward of the vehicle and a portion that wraps around an outward side of a casing of the exterior rearview mirror assembly.

Abstract: A track and roller system for guiding and supporting a sliding tarpaulin for covering a flat-bed trailer and for supporting at least one light means. The track and roller system comprises a track for supporting for a plurality of rollers and a mounting bar. The rollers are connected to base portions of sliding supports for the tarpaulin. The track has at least one interlocking element. The mounting bar supports the at least one light means below the track. The mounting bar has an outwardly facing supporting portion for supporting the at least one light means and an interlocking portion connected to the supporting portion. The interlocking portion has at least one interlocking element for interlocking with the at least one interlocking element of the track.

Abstract: An indicator light (10) is provided. The indicator light (10) includes a body section (11), a cover section (12) detachably mounted on the body section (11), a printed circuit board (14) received in the body section (11) and a lamp (13) electrically connected to the printed circuit board (14). The lamp (13) faces the cover section (12) guiding lights from the lamp (13) to the body section (11).

Abstract: A rear combination lamp y for a vehicle includes a rear combination lamp housing with an inboard cavity, an intermediate cavity, and an outboard cavity. First, second, and third light-emitting diodes extend into the inboard cavity, intermediate cavity, and outboard cavity, respectively. A turn signal member is operably connected to the first, second, and third light-emitting diodes and engagement of the turn signal activates the first, second, and third light-emitting diodes sequentially.

Abstract: The invention provides a light-emitting apparatus, which can be disposed on a manpower vehicle, including a light-emitting unit and a power-generating module. The power-generating module further includes a first magnetic conductor, a second magnetic conductor, and a coil. The first magnetic conductor is disposed on a first component of the manpower vehicle; the second magnetic conductor is disposed on a second component of the manpower vehicle, and the coil is coupled to the first magnetic conductor or the second magnetic conductor. Moreover, the first magnetic conductor or the second magnetic conductor includes a magnetic member. Particularly, the first component can apply a pre-set point as an axle to rotate, so that when a distance between the first magnetic conductor and the second magnetic conductor is changed, the coil is capable of generating an induced electromotive force for supporting the light-emitting unit with needed power.

Abstract: The invention relates to an illuminating device of an automobile's tailgate handle. The illuminating device is installed in a groove formed in a tailgate handle, including a circuit board and a transparent covering. A through hole is bored in the groove. The circuit board is provided with plural LEDs and an electric wire connected with a control wire of an automobile's headlight. The transparent covering is put on the groove of the handle. Therefore, the LEDs in the handle can be lit as night warning signal if a car's headlight is turned on, as a turning signal a turning signal is turned on, or as a brake signal the brake is treaded on.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, a tail lamp 103 includes a body portion 103a arranged at a rear portion of a vehicle, and side portions 103b and 103c extending forward from the body portion 103a along both vehicle widthwise side surfaces. In some examples, the side portions 103b and 103c of the tail lamp 103 extend forward beyond rear ends of the flashers 101. The tail lamp 103 includes a light-shielding panel 304 arranged between the light source of the tail lamp 103 and the flashers 101.