Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
353013000 | WITH OR FOR VEHICLE | 42 |
20080297726 | PROJECTION SYSTEM FOR AUTOMOTIVE AND OTHER APPLICATIONS - 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. | 12-04-2008 |
20080297727 | Spotlight projecting apparatus - 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. | 12-04-2008 |
20090046252 | Projector of an information display system in vehicles, in particular in aircraft - 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. | 02-19-2009 |
20090135374 | DISPLAY DEVICE AND VEHICLE BASED THEREON - 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. | 05-28-2009 |
20090168023 | Image display by projecting optical source onto a rotating or moving surface - 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. | 07-02-2009 |
20090268163 | RECONFIGURABLE CENTER STACK WITH TOUCH SENSING - 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. | 10-29-2009 |
20090268164 | DOCKABLE MULTIMEDIA PROJECTION SYSTEM - 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. | 10-29-2009 |
20090310085 | IMAGE VIEWING SYSTEM FOR PASSENGERS OF AN AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT COMPRISING SUCH A SYSTEM - The invention relates to an image viewing system for aircraft passengers, characterized in that it is embodied in the form of a module ( | 12-17-2009 |
20100073636 | DISPLAY APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE AND DISPLAY METHOD - 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. | 03-25-2010 |
20100079729 | SYSTEM FOR DISPLAYING IMAGES AND/OR INFORMATION ON AIRCRAFT BLADES AND METHOD THEREOF - 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. | 04-01-2010 |
20100201950 | IN-CABIN ROOM PROJECTION FOR AIRCRAFT - 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. | 08-12-2010 |
20100201951 | IMAGE GENERATING ILLUMINATION OF INTERIOR SURFACES OF AIRCRAFT - 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. | 08-12-2010 |
20100208208 | VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH REAR PROJECTION SYSTEM - 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. | 08-19-2010 |
20100253918 | INFOTAINMENT DISPLAY ON FULL-WINDSHIELD HEAD-UP DISPLAY - 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. | 10-07-2010 |
20100253919 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LASER PROJECTION AND HOLOGRAPHIC DIFFRACTION GRATING FOR A VEHICLE - 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. | 10-07-2010 |
20110032484 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR VEHICLE MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE - 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. | 02-10-2011 |
20110157557 | AREA PROJECTION SYSTEM FOR REPRODUCING A VISUAL SIGNAL ON A SURFACE - An area projection system for reproducing a visual signal on a surface, comprising a light source, a fibre element comprising a plurality of light guide elements, a carrier element and imaging optics, wherein the fibre element comprises a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the fibre element is arranged on the light source and the second end of the fibre element is arranged on the carrier element, wherein the imaging optics are arranged on the second end of the fibre element, wherein the area projection system is adapted to transmit a visual signal from the light source to the fibre element and subsequently to the imaging optics, and wherein the imaging optics are adapted to reproduce the visual signal on a surface. | 06-30-2011 |
20110273671 | Projector for Casting Light on the Ground beside a Vehicle - A projector includes a projection unit located in a shell provided on a vehicle. The projection unit includes a light, a screen, a convex-convex lens and a plane-convex lens. The screen is located in front of the light. The convex-convex lens is located in front of and separated from the screen. The plane-convex lens is located in front of and separated from the convex-convex lens. The light casts light onto the ground in an area beside the vehicle through the screen so that a sign is shown on the ground. | 11-10-2011 |
20110292346 | Hybrid Illumination System for Head-up Display - A head-up display including a hybrid illumination system is provided. A light mixing unit provides a substantially homogenous light source to a reflective display unit. A concentrating optics unit collects ambient light and directs it towards the light mixing unit. At the same time, an electrically-powered light source emits light which is directed towards the light mixing unit. One or more optical elements direct the ambient light and the light source light into the light mixing unit for homogenization. A condensing unit receives the homogenized light mixture and outputs the condensed light to a polarizing beam splitter. A reflective display modulates the light from the polarizing beam splitter with information from a source of electrical information signals back towards the polarizing beam splitter. A projection unit projects the modulated light to create an image on a windshield. | 12-01-2011 |
20120019781 | MULTIPLE VIEW DISPLAY SYSTEM USING A SINGLE PROJECTOR AND METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME - A system and method to display a plurality of different images at multiple distinct locations using a single image projector and an image propagation control means to control a propagation pathway from the projector to a display at each location. | 01-26-2012 |
20120262673 | VEHICULAR INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM AND METHOD - An exterior window of a vehicle has an array of opaque elements on at least a portion of its surface. The elements reflect light emitted by a video projector inside the vehicle to serve as a display screen for images visible to an occupant of the vehicle. The window is transparent in the spaces surrounding the opaque elements so that the exterior environment is simultaneously visible to the occupant. The displayed image is based on a geographical location of the vehicle and includes information about an actual geographic subject in the vicinity of the vehicle. The image may be projected on the display pattern in a location such that the image and the actual geographic subject are viewable simultaneously through the window. | 10-18-2012 |
20130182228 | REPEATABLY DISPLACEABLE EMANATING ELEMENT DISPLAY - One aspect relates to generating a repeatably displaceable emanating element display that may display at least part of an at least one synchronously modifiable oriented image based at least in part on alterable vehicle-related information, wherein the repeatably displaceable emanating element display may be synchronously modified as perceivable by a viewer at least partially by synchronizing an at least one repeatably displaceable display emanating element based at least in part on an orientation of the repeatably displaceable emanating element display as synchronously modified as perceivable by the viewer. | 07-18-2013 |
20130235351 | VIRTUAL CONVERTIBLE TOPS, SUNROOFS, AND BACK WINDOWS, AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING SAME - A virtual-sunroof system for providing a virtual sunroof at an interior of a vehicle for viewing by a passenger of the vehicle. The system includes a virtual-sunroof imaging device configured and arranged at the vehicle to collect image information from an environment above the vehicle and create digital image data using the image information. The system also includes a virtual-sunroof projection device configured and arranged in the vehicle to be in communication with the virtual-sunroof imaging device for providing a virtual sunroof display. The virtual sunroof display provided (a) is viewable above a head of the passenger, (b) is formed using the image data, (c) represents accurately at the interior of the vehicle a rendition of the environment above the vehicle, and (d) has a size, shape, and location corresponding generally to a size, shape, and location that an actual conventional-type sunroof would have in the vehicle. | 09-12-2013 |
20140204344 | DS Digi Holo Wheels - The invention a set of tire rims comprising light assemblies which project holographic images. When installed, Harris Wheels project a designated image such as a decorative pattern, logo, or cartoon animation onto the face of the rim, providing the illusion that the image is moving as the rim spins. The present invention provides auto enthusiasts a unique means of customizing their cars while also increasing visibility of the vehicle at night. | 07-24-2014 |
20140293230 | PROJECTOR DEVICE, HEAD-UP DISPLAY DEVICE, AND PROJECTOR DEVICE CONTROL METHOD - A projector device includes: a plurality of laser light sources each of which output light of a different color component; a control unit that controls the intensity of the light output by each of the laser light sources; a display control unit that projects an image on a combiner by guiding the light output by each of the laser light sources to the combiner; and a prediction unit that predicts which laser light source among the laser light sources has the shortest remaining life, wherein the control unit reduces the intensity of the light output by the laser light source predicted to have the shortest remaining life to below a predetermined normal intensity. | 10-02-2014 |
20140320823 | VEHICLE PUDDLE LAMP ASSEMBLY GENERATING ANIMATED IMAGE AND METHOD - A vehicle puddle lamp assembly is provided and includes a plurality of light projectors located on a vehicle and configured to illuminate different lighted image patterns on a ground surface adjacent to the vehicle. The vehicle puddle lamp assembly also includes a controller for sequentially activating the plurality of light projectors to generate an animated lighted image on the ground surface. | 10-30-2014 |
20140362347 | DYNAMIC VEHICLE DISPLAY UNIT - A passenger vehicle includes a dynamic display unit. The dynamic display unit creates a temporary graphic display inside the passenger vehicle for presenting informational and control elements to passengers inside the passenger vehicle. | 12-11-2014 |
20150042959 | PANORAMA PROJECTION UNIT WITH HOUSING FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE - A panorama projection unit is disclosed which concentrates the projected images in a front area of the motor vehicle and temporarily or locally shades the projection beams between projection units and the display surfaces. The panorama projection unit includes a transparent panoramic pane, and a plurality of projectors arranged in the housing. The arrangement of the projectors is configured to project images onto a rear side of the panoramic screen. | 02-12-2015 |
20150316838 | METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING A DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING A REAL IMAGE - Method of using a device for displaying a real image of the head-up display (HUD) type in a passenger compartment comprising glazing, notably laminated glazing, said device comprising a source emitting a beam of radiation of the visible UV or IR laser type or of the light-emitting diode type, directed towards a portion of said glazing comprising a fluorescent material absorbing said radiation and re-emitting light in the visible region, the illumination of said portion by the beam enabling a real image to be displayed on the glazing. | 11-05-2015 |
20160004075 | HEAD-UP DISPLAY DEVICE - An HUD device includes a laser scanner that projects laser light carrying a display image, and a screen member that has a plurality of optical elements arrayed in the form of a grating, and diffuses laser light which emanates from the laser scanner and enters the optical elements toward a projection surface. The optical elements have curved surfaces, which take on a convexly curved form as a common curved form, formed as their faces, and diffuse laser light which is emitted to the projection surface from the curved surfaces. The optical elements are configured so that an element width differs in at least one array direction of the array of the grating between adjoining optical elements. | 01-07-2016 |
20160031366 | VEHICLE MOUNTED LASER PROJECTOR - This invention relates to a method of projecting laser light onto a road surface from a vehicle. It also relates to an apparatus for projecting laser light onto a road surface from a vehicle. Said apparatus may be a stand-alone device mounted on a vehicle, or it may be integrally formed with a vehicle. | 02-04-2016 |
20160033855 | PROJECTION ASSEMBLIES FOR USE WITH UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES - A projection assembly for use with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) such as quadrotors. The projection assembly includes a projection screen with a rear surface and a front surface, and the projection screen has a level of opacity and/or other physical qualities that enables it to function as a rear-projection surface. The projection assembly includes a vehicle attachment member adapted for coupling with a frame of the UAV, and the projection screen is supported at a first end by the vehicle attachment member. The apparatus includes a projector projecting light, and the projected light is directed onto the rear surface of the projection surface to generate a displayed image visible on the front surface. The projection screen can be formed from a mesh sheet with a porosity allowing air to flow through the projection screen. The mesh sheet may be formed of plastic threads that provide the rear-projection surface function. | 02-04-2016 |
20160109714 | Head-Up Display Device - A head-up display device operated in a vehicle comprises: a first image source and a second image source, a beam-splitter located in between. In an embodiment, two virtual images located at different positions simultaneously while both of the first and the second image sources have linear polarization but mutual orthogonal or both have an opposite-hand circular polarization associated with a corresponding polarization type beam splitter. In the second embodiment, the polarizing beam splitter is replaced by a transparent/mirror element so that one virtual image could be seen by the driver depending on the mode been selected. In the third embodiment, the beam-splitter is replaced by a mechanical movable shielding element. While the mechanical movable shielding element is disposed in the optical plane to block out the first image light, the second virtual image is chosen. While the mechanical movable shielding element is disposed off the optical plane, nothing blocks out the first image light and the second image light, no second image light is reflected by the windshield. As a result, the first virtual image is chosen to be seen by the driver. | 04-21-2016 |
20160116736 | HEAD-UP DISPLAY FOR NIGHT VISION GOGGLES - A head-up display system for a vehicle facilitating the use of night vision goggles for a person in the vehicle during night vision conditions, the system comprising a light source for providing light to an image source, which image source is arranged to project an image on a semi-transparent combiner mirror; the combiner mirror being arranged to superimpose the projected image onto a view of the environment in front of the vehicle by transmitting light rays from the environment and at the same time reflecting the projected image towards the eyes of an observer wherein the system comprises a first and a second light source for alternatively providing light to the image source; the first light source being arranged to emit light of a first colour to be used during daylight conditions, and the second light source being arranged to emit light of a second colour to be used during night vision conditions, wherein the first colour is in a first light emission spectrum and perceived as green and the second colour is in a second emission spectrum and perceived as yellow or orange. | 04-28-2016 |
20160193959 | VEHICLE LAMP ASSEMBLY GENERATING ANIMATED IMAGE AND METHOD | 07-07-2016 |
20190147492 | System and Method for Projecting and Displaying Images. | 05-16-2019 |
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20080239242 | VISIBLE LASER BEAM PROJECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MOUNTING VISIBLE LASER BEAM PROJECTION DEVICE - A visible laser beam projection system for a vehicle projects visible laser beam onto an instrument panel in a vehicle compartment. The instrument panel is provided with highly reflecting portions, which are scattered on the upper surface of the instrument panel. The highly reflecting portions having a diffuse reflectivity for the wavelength of a visible laser beam higher than that of other portions of the instrument panel The visible laser beam is projected to the highly reflecting portions. | 10-02-2008 |
20100225884 | VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH PROJECTOR - A vehicle instrument panel with a projector is provided. The vehicle instrument panel with a projector includes a screen displaying an image, a projector module irradiating the image onto the screen, and a printed circuit board (PCB) outputting a signal for controlling the projector module, wherein the projector module includes a case, a projector installed inside the case to irradiate the image onto the screen, and a reflector reflecting the image projected from the projector to the screen. Since the projector and the screen stand close to each other at maximum and the image projected from the projector is irradiated onto the screen using the reflector, the irradiation distance and the size of the displayed image is greatly extended, and thus the driver's visibility is improved to be helpful to safe driving. Also, the generation of electromagnetic waves is greatly reduced, and thus no separate electromagnetic shielding design is required. | 09-09-2010 |
20110001932 | Navigation device - 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. | 01-06-2011 |
20140028980 | VEHICLE CONTENT PROJECTION - In an example, a content projecting system includes a communication module configured to receive an instruction to project content. The content projecting system further includes a projector configured to be affixed to a vehicle. The projector is further configured to project the content onto a projection surface separate from the vehicle. | 01-30-2014 |
20140168609 | DEVICE FOR GENERATING A LIGHT BEAM WITH THREE OR MORE SECTORS FOR A GLIDE ANGLE INDICATOR FOR AIRCRAFT AND A GUIDE ANGLE INDICATOR COMPRISING THE DEVICE - An air intake device for a submarine comprises a first fixed member connected to the submarine hull and a second member which is telescopically movable relative to the first member to rise up with an upper end of it above the water's surface to allow air to be taken in from the atmosphere during navigation of the submarine at periscope depth, the movable member mounting at its upper end a radar device designed to emerge from the water together with the selfsame movable member. | 06-19-2014 |
20150055098 | VEHICLE DISPLAY DEVICE - There is provided a vehicle display device, which comprises a base to be connected to a vehicle, a reflective panel being extendable from the base and retractable into the base, a projecting means for projecting an image to be displayed to the reflective panel, a cover for covering a front side of the reflective panel in its extending direction when the reflective panel is in the retracted position, and having an arm portion extending to the base and pivotally supported by the base, and a first biasing means for biasing the cover, and a driving means disposed in the base and configured to drive the reflective panel in an extendable-and-retractable manner. The base has an interlocking member capable of being associated with movement of the reflective panel in the extendable-and-retractable manner and configured to press the arm portion. | 02-26-2015 |