Abstract

The present invention relates to a display device, especially for an automotive vehicle, and to a method for operating a display device, the display device comprising a projection module in order to generate an image with a view to a projection in the normal gaze direction of a user of the display device along an optical path, the display device comprising a reflecting and/or display element, the reflecting and/or display element being capable of being moved between a rest position and at least one activation position, the activation position being a display position, the display device moreover comprising a detecting element such that the detecting element is suitable for detecting light that is visible, by a user of the display device, in the normal gaze direction, the detecting element also being capable of being moved between a rest position and at least one activation position, the movement of the reflecting and/or display element between its rest position and its activation position and the movement of the detecting element between its rest position and its activation position being coordinated movements.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G01J 1/00 - Photometry, e.g. photographic exposure meter

Abstract

The present invention concerns a display device, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising a projection module for generating an image for projection in the normal viewing direction of a user of the display device along an optical path, the display device comprising a reflection and/or display element, and a support element for the reflection and/or display element, the display device moreover comprising a holding element such that the reflection and/or display element is held in a rigid manner between the support element and the holding element and in a fixed position relative to the support element, the holding element further comprising a part that projects relative to the reflection and/or display element.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 7/182 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for prismsMountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for mirrors for mirrors
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The present invention relates to a display device, particularly for motor vehicle. Said device includes a projection module for generating an image with a view to projecting in the normal gaze direction of a user of the display device along an optical path. The display device includes a reflecting and/or displaying element and an element for mounting the reflecting and/or displaying element. The display device moreover includes a retaining element so that the reflecting and/or displaying element is rigidly retained, without changing the shape thereof, between the mounting element and the retaining element in a position that is stationary relative to the mounting element.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 7/182 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for prismsMountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for mirrors for mirrors
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device, in particular for a motor vehicle, including a projection module for generating an image to be projected in the normal viewing direction of a user of the display device along an optical path. The display device includes a reflection and/or display element that can be moved between a rest position and at least one display position, the display device comprising a support for the reflection and/or display element, such that the reflection and/or display element is moved between its rest position and its at least one display position by means of the support. The rest position of the reflection and/or display element corresponds to a rest position of the support of the reflection and/or display element, and the display position of the reflection and/or display element corresponds to a display position of the support of the reflection and/or display element, the reflection and/or display element performing at least partially a rotational movement between its rest and display positions, and the support of the reflection and/or display element performing at least partially a translational movement between its rest and display positions. The reflection and/or display element and the support are linked by means of first, second, third and fourth surfaces, of which the first and second surfaces are curved surfaces having a first radius and the third and fourth surfaces are planar or curved surfaces having a second radius, the second radius being at least double the first radius.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device, in particular for a motor vehicle, including a projection module for generating an image to be projected in the normal viewing direction of a user of the display device along an optical path. The display device includes a reflection and/or display element that can be moved between a rest position and at least one display position, the display device comprising a support for the reflection and/or display element, such that the reflection and/display element is moved between its rest position and its at least one display position by means of the support, the reflection and/or display element performing at least partially a relative rotational movement in relation to the support of the reflection and/or display element, between the rest and display positions of the reflection and/or display element, the relative rotational movement taking place around an axis of rotation. The reflection and/or display element and the support are linked by means of first, second, third, fourth and fifth surfaces that are planar surfaces, and by means of sixth and seventh surfaces that are curved surfaces, the first, second, third and fourth surfaces being parallel to the rotation axis.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16C 11/06 - Ball-jointsOther joints having more than one degree of angular freedom, i.e. universal joints
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles

Abstract

The present invention relates to a system for access authorisation and/or use authorisation for a motor vehicle comprising a control apparatus arranged on the motor vehicle side in order to monitor access authorisation and/or use authorisation, a portable communication device, which is configured to transmit wireless signals with the control apparatus, via a radio link, in order to monitor access authorisation and/or use authorisation for the motor vehicle, the access authorisation and/or use authorisation system comprising an authentication means which can be authenticated via the control apparatus, said authentication means being mechanically connected to the portable communication device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 21/35 - User authentication involving the use of external additional devices, e.g. dongles or smart cards communicating wirelessly
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• E05B 77/00 - Vehicle locks characterised by special functions or purposes

Abstract

The present invention suggests a head up display projecting visual information onto a screen, wherein the head up comprises a projector unit for generating the visual information and a mirror for forwarding the generated visual information to the screen, wherein the projector unit and the mirror are at least partially embedded in and/or fixed to a non-transparent panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The present invention suggests a head up display for projecting a visual information on a screen, wherein the head up display has a projector unit comprising a light source and a light modulation device for generating the visual information, wherein the projector unit has a global radiator for cooling the projector unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 29/00 - Protecting lighting devices from thermal damageCooling or heating arrangements specially adapted for lighting devices or systems
• G03B 21/16 - CoolingPreventing overheating
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to a display device, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising a projection module for generating an image for projection in the normal direction with respect to a user of the display device along an optical path, the display device comprising a reflection and/or display element, the reflection and/or display element being movable between a rest position and at least one display position, the display device comprising a support for the reflection and/or display element such that the reflection and/or display element is moved between the rest position and at the least one display position by the support, the rest position of the reflection and/or display element corresponding to a rest position state of the support of the reflection and/or display element, and the display position of the reflection and/or display element corresponding to a display position state of the support of the reflection and/or display element. The display device further comprises a housing such that the reflection and/or display element and the support thereof are positioned inside the housing in the rest position, and such that the reflection and/or display element is positioned, at least partially, outside of the housing in the at least one display position, the housing comprising a service opening and a service cover, the service cover covering the service opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The present invention relates to an access control system for a motor vehicle, in particular to activate functionalities of the motor vehicle using radio frequency signals transmitted and/or received by a remote control and by an access control unit located in the motor vehicle, said access control system comprising, aside from the remote control and the access control unit, control means for at least some of the functionalities of the motor vehicle, the access control system being configured such that - following the transmission of first radio frequency signals from the control means to the access control unit - second radio frequency signals are exchanged between the access control unit and/or the control means on the one hand, and the remote control of the motor vehicle on the other hand.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrical connecting device, in particular a connecting strip, to produce a means for connecting a support element, the electrical connecting device comprising a first connection element and a second connection element, the first connection element being connected with the support element and the second connection element forming the connecting means of the support element, the electrical connecting device also comprising a body element, the body element having a main extension plane, the main extension plane of the body element being positioned between the first connection element and the second connection element, the first connection element and/or the second connection element extending in a direction essentially orthogonal to the main extension plane of the body element, the body element comprising a first mechanical fastening element and a second mechanical fastening element that are provided such that -- the first mechanical fastening element can cooperate with another second mechanical fastening element of another electrical connecting device for mechanical fastening between the electrical connecting device and the other electrical connecting device, and/or -- the second mechanical fastening element can cooperate with another first mechanical fastening element of another electrical connecting device for mechanical fastening between the electrical connecting device and the other electrical connecting device.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/514 - BasesCases formed as a modular block or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them

Abstract

The present invention relates to a mechanical module, in particular for a key and in particular for controlling functionalities of a motor vehicle, the mechanical module comprising a body, the mechanical module also comprising an insert, the mechanical module and the insert comprising a first fastening means and a second fastening means, the insert having an oblong shape and extending in a primary extension direction, the insert having a first end part and a second end part, the end parts of the insert opposing each other in the primary extension direction of the insert, the first end part of the insert being provided for mechanical interaction with a lock of the motor vehicle, the second end part of the insert being provided to be permanently attached with the mechanical module by means of first and second fastening means, the mechanical module comprising a slot and the insert comprising a flat part in its second end part, the insert and the mechanical module being attached relative to one another by means of a relative movement essentially parallel to the primary extension direction of the insert, the first fastening means comprising a first wall inclined relative to the primary extension direction and a second wall extending essentially perpendicular to the primary extension direction, and the second fastening means comprising a hook element comprising a bearing element and a lug element, the bearing and lug elements ensuring, in cooperation with the first and second walls, the mechanical fastening of the insert with the mechanical module, the bearing element in cooperation with the first wall, and the lug element with the second wall.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 19/04 - Construction of the bow of the keyConstruction of flat keys

Abstract

The present invention relates to an access control system for a motor vehicle, in particular to activate functionalities of the motor vehicle using radio frequency signals sent and/or received by a remote control and by an access control unit located in the motor vehicle, said access control system comprising, in addition to the remote control and the access control unit: - means for locating a user using a location of the remote control by determining the position of the remote control, the location of the remote control being provided in an environment near the motor vehicle or inside the motor vehicle, the environment near the motor vehicle and the inside of the motor vehicle being divided into a plurality of predetermined zones, - associating means making it possible to associate the determined position with a single zone from the plurality of predetermined zones, - associating means making it possible to associate the determined position of the remote control with a single zone from the plurality of predetermined zones, the remote control comprising a detection unit, the detection unit being configured to detect different movements of the remote control assembly to activate at least one functionality of the motor vehicle, the detection unit generating different detection signals - based on the single zone associated with the determined position of the remote control and/or - based on the determined position of the remote control.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user

Abstract

The present invention relates to an access control system for a motor vehicle, in particular to activate functionalities of the motor vehicle using radio frequency signals sent and/or received by a remote control and by an access control unit located in the motor vehicle, said access control system comprising, in addition to the remote control and the access control unit: - means for locating a user using a location of the remote control by determining the position of the remote control, the location of the remote control being provided in an environment near the motor vehicle or inside the motor vehicle, the environment near the motor vehicle and the inside of the motor vehicle being divided into a plurality of predetermined zones, - associating means making it possible to associate the determined position with a single zone from the plurality of predetermined zones, - associating means making it possible to associate the determined position of the remote control with a single zone from the plurality of predetermined zones, - a detection unit, the detection unit being configured to detect a control event by the user, the control event being provided to activate at least one functionality of the motor vehicle, the detection unit being configured such that the detection unit does or does not capture the control event - based on the single zone associated with the determined position of the remote control and/or - based on the determined position of the remote control.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

Abstract

The present invention relates to an access control system for a motor vehicle, in particular to activate functionalities of the motor vehicle using radio frequency signals sent and/or received by a remote control and by an access control unit located in the motor vehicle, said access control system comprising, in addition to the remote control and the access control unit: - means for locating a user using a location of the remote control by determining the position of the remote control, the location of the remote control being provided in an environment near the motor vehicle or inside the motor vehicle, the environment near the motor vehicle and the inside of the motor vehicle being divided into a plurality of local zones, - associating means making it possible to associate the determined position of the remote control with a single zone from the plurality of local zones, - a sequential command that is part of the access control unit, the sequential command being configured to locate of the remote control several times and to associate the remote control with a single zone from the plurality of local zones, the locating several times generating a sequence of position information of the remote control making it possible to detect a movement direction of the remote control, - an evaluation unit being part of the access control unit, the evaluation unit being configured to determine the movement direction of the remote control from the sequence of position information of the remote control, - the access control unit comprising or being associated with a plurality of actuators in the motor vehicle, the access control unit being configured to control one actuator from among the plurality of actuators, the actuator being determined - on the basis of only the zone associated with the determined position of the remote control, and/or - on the basis of the determined direction of movement of the remote control.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user

Abstract

Instrument panel (1) for motor vehicles, the instrument panel (1) comprising at least one display area (2), wherein the display area (2) of the instrument panel (1) comprises a first portion (2.1), wherein the display area (2) of the instrument panel (1) comprises a second portion (2.2), wherein the display area (2) of the instrument panel (1) comprises a third portion (2.3), wherein the first portion (2.1) of the display area (2) is located in a first main plane of extension (2.1.1), wherein the second portion (2.2) of the display area (2) is located in a second main plane of extension (2.2.1), wherein the second main plane of extension (2.2.1) is located substantially parallel to the first main plane of extension (2.1.1), wherein the second main plane of extension (2.2.1) is positioned relative to the first main plane of extension (2.1.1) of the first portion (2.1) of the display area (2) with respect to a user of the instrument panel (1) such that the second part (2.2) of the display area (2) is positioned further from the normal position of the eyes of the user compared to the first part (2.1) of the display area (2), wherein the instrument panel (1) comprises at least one light source (3) and an optical conductor (3.1), the optical conductor (3.1) being associated with the first portion (2.1) of the display area (2), the optical conductor (3.1) comprising a first part (3.1.1) for backlighting the first portion (2.1) of the display area (2), whereby the optical conductor (3.1) comprises a second part (3.1.2) such that at least part of the second portion (2.2) of the display area (2) and/or at least part of the third portion (2.3) of the display area (2) is illuminated by the second part of the optical conductor (3.1).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• G01D 11/28 - Structurally-combined illuminating devices

Abstract

The present invention relates to a control transmitter (10) for a motor vehicle (20) and in particular for a device (20) for closing a motor vehicle, the control transmitter (10) being designed to be worn on a human body (30), comprising: an element (11) for attaching or fastening the control transmitter onto the human body (30); a transmitter element (12), the transmitter element (12) including an electronic circuit (13) for transmitting an electric signal through the human body (30) in order to actuate at least one functionality of the motor vehicle (20). When a portion of the human body (30) touches a specific portion (21) of the surface of the motor vehicle (20), the electric signal transmitted through the human body (30) enables at least one functionality of the motor vehicle to be actuated.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04B 1/034 - Portable transmitters
• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• H04B 13/00 - Transmission systems characterised by the medium used for transmission, not provided for in groups

Abstract

The present invention relates to a display, in particular for a motor vehicle, including a projection module for generating an image in order to project same in the normal viewing direction of a user of said display, along an optical path, said display including a reflecting and/or displaying element, said reflecting and/or displaying element movable between a plurality of various display positions, the display including a holder for the reflecting and/or displaying element, such that the holder can be moved vertically between various positioning states.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a head-up display (1) comprising: - at least three light sources (2.1, 2.2, 2.3), each one arranged to emit light (L) with a basic colour different from the basic colour of the other light sources (2.1, 2.2, 2.3), - a digital micro mirror device (3) comprising an array of micro mirrors, wherein the light (L) of the light sources (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) is directed onto the digital micro mirror device (3), - at least one combiner (4) for displaying an image (I), and - at least one control unit (5) for multiplexing the light sources (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) so as to sequentially emit light (L) thus creating a field-sequential colour system and for controlling the digital micro mirror device (3) so as to selectively rotate the micro mirrors between an on state, where the light (L) from the light sources (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) is reflected into an optical path (OP) towards the combiner (4), and an off state, where the light (L) is reflected away from that optical path (OP). The invention also relates to a method for operating the head-up display (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The present invention relates to a dashboard (1) for automobiles, including: a light box (5); a needle (2); and a printed circuit board (5), wherein the indicator apparatus having the needle is rotated by a drive element (5) about a rotational axis (4), the attachment of the drive element to the light box is separate from the attachment thereof to the electronic printed circuit board, the light box includes electrically conductive surfaces, and the drive element is connected via at least one of said electrically conductive surfaces to the electronic printed circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• B60Q 3/04 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment for dashboard
• G01D 11/28 - Structurally-combined illuminating devices
• G01D 13/22 - Pointers, e.g. settable pointer
• H05K 7/02 - Arrangements of circuit components or wiring on supporting structure

Abstract

The invention relates to a remote control, in particular for a motor vehicle and in particular to an electronic key for a motor vehicle, for activating the functionalities of a motor vehicle using radiofrequency signals emitted by the remote control, a first radiofrequency signal being associated with a first functionality of the motor vehicle, and second radiofrequency being associated with a second functionality of the motor vehicle, the remote control including a detection means, the detection means generating different detection signals depending on the different movements of the remote control, a first detection signal corresponding to a first movement and a second detection signal corresponding to a second movement, the remote control emitting the first radiofrequency signal when the detection means generates the first detection signal, and the remote control emitting the second radiofrequency signal when the detection means generates the second detection signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

Abstract

The present invention relates to a printed circuit board (1) comprising at. least one board with a printed circuit and a via (5) and a probe access structure (8), which is in electrical contact with the via (5), wherein one end region (10) of the via (5) is provided with a conductive layer (7) which is in electrical contact with the probe access structure (8).

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
• G01R 31/28 - Testing of electronic circuits, e.g. by signal tracer
• H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
• H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
• H05K 3/40 - Forming printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits

Abstract

The present invention relates to a portable authentication means, in particular for use with a motor vehicle, the authentication means including a transmission unit and a receiving unit for the wireless transmission of signals between the authentication means and a control apparatus which is built into the motor vehicle and which is intended for controlling the authorization of access and/or the authorization of use for the motor vehicle, the authentication means further having an encoding and decoding unit for decoding the received signals and for encoding the transmitted signals, the authentication means including an inertial detector and/or a motion detector.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 9/00 - Acyclic saturated hydrocarbons
• B60R 25/00 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for assembling a display device (1) for a vehicle, wherein a display unit (3) is arranged on a visible side of a housing (2) of the display device (1), whereby the method comprises the following steps: arranging a lens (4) in front of the display unit (3), connecting the lens (4) to the housing (2) in a positive locking and/or non-positive locking manner, - rotating the display device (1) up with a rear side and connecting the display unit (3) to the housing (2) in a non-positive locking manner from the rear side of the display device (1). The invention further relates to a display device (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to a display instrument (1) with an indicating scale (3), comprising a pointer element (7), and a cover element (10). It is provided that the pointer element (7) is formed as a two-piece component comprising a pointer tip (11) and a body (19), whereby the pointer tip (11) is arranged in such a manner that it is pivotable and/or rotatable with respect to the body (19). Further, the invention relates to a method of assembling a display instrument (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 7/00 - Indicating measured values
• G01D 13/22 - Pointers, e.g. settable pointer
• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments

Abstract

The invention relates to a display system (1) for a vehicle, comprising a display module (2) and a connectivity module (3) connected by an interface (4), wherein the connectivity module (3) is arranged to transmit video data to be displayed (V) via the interface (4) to the display module (2), wherein a microprocessor (3.1) arranged in the connectivity module (3) is adapted to embed remote control data packets (RC) in the video data to be displayed (V) thereby remotely controlling the display module (2). The invention also relates to a method for operating the display system (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• G09G 3/20 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix

Abstract

The invention relates to a positioning and securing device and also to a display device (2), the positioning and securing device being provided to position and secure a display element with respect to a housing (4), the display element being substantially located in a main extension plane and abutting the housing in a direction perpendicular to the main extension plane, the positioning and securing device being substantially located in another main extension plane parallel to the main extension plane of the display element, the positioning and securing device comprising at least one first compression element (4.1.1) abutting the display element and also at least one second compression element (4.1.2) abutting the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
• B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the likeArrangement of controls thereof

Abstract

There is proposed a method for placing an electronic printed card in contact with a plurality of contact elements in a housing receiving or surrounding the electronic printed card, the electronic printed card being received in the housing, the electronic printed card comprising a plurality of contact recesses, the contact elements comprising a first end on the outer side of the housing and a second end on the inner side of the housing, each of the contact elements comprise, at the location of its second end, at least one flexible extension being capable of being positioned in a first rest position and a second contact position, the method comprising: - a first step during which the electronic printed card is positioned relative to the housing in such a way that the two ends of the contact elements are located facing the contact recesses, the flexible extensions being positioned in their first position, and - a second step during which the electronic printed card is electrically contacted by way of, on the one hand, the plurality of contact recesses and, on the other hand, the flexible extensions of the second end of the contact elements, the flexible extensions being positioned in their second position.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 12/72 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures

Abstract

The present invention relates to a system for monitoring the pressure in the tyres of a plurality of wheels of a motor vehicle, the monitoring system comprising a first sensor module, the first sensor module comprising at least one sensor measuring the angular velocity of at least part of the plurality of wheels of the motor vehicle, the monitoring system comprising a means for determining, from the angular velocity of at least part of the plurality of wheels of the motor vehicle, a signal indicative of a first value of the heading of the motor vehicle, the monitoring system moreover comprising a second sensor module generating a signal indicative of a second value of the heading of the motor vehicle, and an abnormal situation with the pressure in at least one of the tyres of the plurality of the wheels of the motor vehicle is determined when the first value of the heading of the motor vehicle and the second value of the heading of the motor vehicle are not consistent with one another.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60C 23/06 - Signalling devices actuated by deformation of the tyre

Abstract

The present invention relates to a remote control system as well as to a method, particularly for automatically locking and/or unlocking at least one movable panel of a motor vehicle and/or for starting a motor vehicle engine, the remote control system including a vehicle module to be installed inside the vehicle, wherein the remote control system further includes a portable module to be carried by a user of the remote control system, the remote control system being capable of determining the distance between the vehicle module and the portable module via a first radiofrequency signal emitted by an antenna combined with the vehicle module, and a second radiofrequency signal emitted by an antenna combined with the portable module, the first radiofrequency signal being a signal obtained by means of phase modulation or frequency modulation, and the second radiofrequency signal being a signal obtained by implementing a phase-locked loop in the portable module, wherein the phase-locked loop uses the first radiofrequency signal as a reference for generating the second radiofrequency signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• G01S 13/84 - Systems using reradiation of radio waves, e.g. secondary radar systemsAnalogous systems wherein continuous-type signals are transmitted for distance determination by phase measurement

Abstract

The present invention relates to a remote control system and to an electronic key and to a method, particularly for automatically locking and/or unlocking at least a door to an automobile vehicle and/or for starting an engine of an automobile vehicle, said remote control system comprising a vehicle module intended to be installed inside the vehicle, said remote control system also comprising a portable module intended to be carried by a user of the remote control system, wherein the remote control system is capable of determining the distance between the vehicle module and the portable module via both a first radiofrequency signal transmitted by an antenna paired with the vehicle module and a second radiofrequency signal transmitted by an antenna paired with the portable module, wherein the portable module also comprises a means of measuring the position or the orientation of the portable module in relation to a gravitational field or in relation to a magnetic field.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user

Abstract

The present invention relates to a dashboard for automobiles, the dashboard including at least one display area, the display area including a first portion and the display area including a second portion, wherein the first portion of the display area is located in a first main extension plane and the second portion of the display area is located in a second main extension plane, the second main extension plane being parallel to the first main extension plane, wherein the dashboard comprises a needle that is rotatable about a first rotational axis, the rotational axis being provided in the first portion of the display area and the needle being visible to a user only in the second portion of the display area, wherein the dashboard includes a light source and a light guide element, the light source being provided on a printed circuit board and the light guide element including a first portion and a second portion, the second portion of the light guide element being provided in the first portion of the display area, the second portion of the light guide element being positioned in a direction perpendicular to the first and second main extension planes, between the first main extension plane and the rotational axis, wherein the light from the light source enters the light guide element via the first portion of the light guide element and at least partially exits the latter via the second portion of the light guide element toward the fist main extension plane and toward the rotational axis of the needle, or enters the light guide element via the first portion of the light guide element as well as via the rotational axis of the needle, and at least partially exits the light guide element via the second portion of the light guide element toward the first main extension plane (figure 1).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 11/28 - Structurally-combined illuminating devices

Abstract

The present invention relates to a head-up display in a motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/22 - Other optical systems; Other optical apparatus for producing stereoscopic or other three-dimensional effects
• H04N 13/04 - Picture reproducers

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device, in particular for motor vehicle, comprising - a projection module and - an optical path, the optical path comprising at least one reflection element, the reflection element being designed to reflect at least partially an image originating from the projection module in a normal direction of gaze of a user of the display device, the image originating from the projection module being generated by the projection module, characterized in that the display device is designed to be operated in a first mode of operation and in a second mode of operation, that a first configuration of the optical path is applied in the first mode of operation of the display device, and a second configuration of the optical path is applied in the second mode of operation of the display device, and that, in the second mode of operation of the display device, at least a part of the image generated by the projection module is visible to the user of the display device in a magnified manner with respect to the first mode of operation of the display device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 15/00 - Optical objectives with means for varying the magnification
• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• G09G 5/00 - Control arrangements or circuits for visual indicators common to cathode-ray tube indicators and other visual indicators
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device (10), in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising: a projection module (11) and a reflection element (13), the reflection element being designed to at least partially reflect an image from the projection module (11) in a normal direction of vision (15) of a user of the display device (10), wherein the display module is a monochrome display module, the display device (10) has a display area of a display module, the display area comprises a first part of the display area, the display area comprises a second part of the display area, and the display device (10) has at least one light source, said display device being designed to display a first symbol in the first part of the display area and a second symbol in the second part of the display area.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a decorative and covering element (1), a motor vehicle instrument panel and a method for manufacturing a decorative and covering element, the decorative and covering element comprising a first part (1') and a second part (2, 3), the first part of the decorative and covering element being made of a first transparent material, the second part of the decorative and covering element being made of a second material, characterized in that the first part of the decorative and covering element and the second part of the decorative and covering element are made as a single piece.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• B60Q 3/02 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment
• B60Q 3/04 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment for dashboard
• B29C 39/02 - Shaping by casting, i.e. introducing the moulding material into a mould or between confining surfaces without significant moulding pressureApparatus therefor for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B29C 39/10 - Shaping by casting, i.e. introducing the moulding material into a mould or between confining surfaces without significant moulding pressureApparatus therefor for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. casting around inserts or for coating articles
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldingsLedgesWall linersRoof liners

Abstract

The invention relates to an antenna of IFA ("inverted F antenna") antenna type being integrated into a printed card, the printed card having a main-extension plane, the antenna of IFA antenna type comprising: — a first electrically conducting element, serving as earth plane, - a second electrically conducting element, serving as radiating element of the antenna, — an electrically conducting connection, serving to short-circuit the first electrically conducting element and the second electrically conducting element, and — an excitation element being in electrical contact with the second electrically conducting element, the second electrically conducting element comprises a first part, a second part and a third part in various planes of the printed card.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01Q 9/04 - Resonant antennas

Abstract

The invention relates to a method of manufacturing an optical element (1), notably an optical element for creating a retractable sheet for use in a motor vehicle, the optical element having in the final state a three-dimensional shape that is the result of a step of forming of the optical element, the optical element being designed to have an extended shape comprising: - a first main surface, - a second main surface, and - an edge surface of the optical element, the method of manufacturing the optical element involving the following steps: - during a first step of the method, the optical element is formed to give the optical element its final three-dimensional shape in terms of the first main surface, the second main surface and the edge surface of the optical element, - during a second step of the method, at least one of the surfaces of the optical element is cleaned, - during a third step of the method, a functional coating is applied to the first main surface and/or the second main surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29D 11/00 - Producing optical elements, e.g. lenses or prisms
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device (10), to a backlighting element, and to a method of manufacturing a backlighting element and a display device, the display device (10) comprising a display element (20), the display element (20) being backlit using a light source, a backlighting element being provided to backlight the display element (20), the backlighting element comprising a light guide part (3) providing the light guide functionality, the backlighting element comprising a reflective element part, the light guide part (3) of the backlighting element and the reflective element part being functionally combined with one another, the reflective element part and the light guide part (3) of the backlighting element being joined, during the manufacture of the backlighting element, to form a single component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09F 13/16 - Signs formed of, or incorporating, reflecting elements or surfaces, e.g. warning signs having triangular or other geometrical shape
• G09F 13/04 - Signs, boards, or panels, illuminated from behind the insignia
• G09F 21/04 - Mobile visual advertising by land vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising - a tactile screen, and - a display element, the tactile screen having a first principal plane of extension, the display element having a second principal plane of extension, the first principal plane of extension and the second principal plane of extension being parallel, the tactile screen and the display element being positioned with respect to one another by way of a frame element.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement of electronic components to be used with a switching regulator, in particular to be used in a receiver or display of an automobile dashboard, wherein the switching regulator comprises a first oscillator having a first frequency, the electronic component arrangement being provided so as to be connected to a voltage source, the voltage source supplying a periodical voltage having a second frequency, wherein the second frequency is lower than the first frequency, the electronic component arrangement comprising a first resistor, a first capacitor, a second resistor, a second capacitor, a third resistor, and at least a third capacitor.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02M 3/156 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators
• H03K 7/06 - Frequency or rate modulation, i.e. PFM or PRM
• H04B 15/06 - Reducing interference from electric apparatus by means located at or near the interfering apparatus the interference being caused by substantially sinusoidal oscillations, e.g. in a receiver or in a tape-recorder by local oscillators of receivers
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources

Abstract

The present invention refers to a method and a device for providing a user with visual and/or acoustic information about the actual tire pressure in a vehicle wheel during tire filling by measuring the actual tire pressure in a wheel of the vehicle using a pressure sensor provided in the wheel, analyzing the measured tire pressure data by a control unit and generating visual and/or acoustic information when the control unit detects that actual tire pressure reaches a predefined threshold during tire filling.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60C 23/04 - Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre

Abstract

The present invention relates to a dashboard for automobiles, wherein said dashboard includes at least one display area, the display area including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first display area is located in a first main extension plane while the second display area is located in a second main extension plane. The second main extension plane is parallel to the first main extension plane and is offset relative to the first main extension plane in the direction of the user of the dashboard such that the second portion of the display area forms a diaphragm opening at least partially around the first portion of the display area, and such that the first portion of the display area is located in a central area of the dashboard. The dashboard includes a light source, and the display area comprises a frame member for defining the first portion of the display area, wherein the light source comprises a first portion for backlighting the first portion of the display area, as well as a second portion in which the light source extends beyond the first portion of the display area.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• B60Q 3/04 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment for dashboard
• G01D 7/00 - Indicating measured values
• G01D 11/28 - Structurally-combined illuminating devices
• G02F 1/13357 - Illuminating devices

Abstract

The present invention relates to a decorative element, notably for use associated with a motor vehicle instrument panel, the decorative element having a three-dimensional shape, the decorative element comprising a first face and a second face, the first face being visible to a user of the instrument panel and the second face being provided on the opposite side from the first face, the three-dimensional shape of the decorative element being obtained during a process of thermoforming of the decorative element, the decorative element comprising a multitude of elements printed on the second face, and the second face together with the printed elements resulting in an effective surface on the second face that is such that the effective surface has, at the locations of the printed elements, portions that are raised by comparison with the locations from which the printed elements are absent.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• G01D 13/02 - ScalesDials
• B42D 15/00 - Printed matter of special format or style not otherwise provided for
• B41M 5/00 - Duplicating or marking methodsSheet materials for use therein

Abstract

The invention relates to a dashboard for motor vehicles, comprising: a dial (4), a light box (3), a needle (2) and a printed circuit board (6), the needle being rotated (2.5) by a motor element (5), behind the dial and about a rotational axis, said needle comprising a first axial portion, a second axial portion, a radial portion and a display portion, the display portion being visible around the periphery of the dial. The dial comprises a first recess through which the needle is guided and the light box comprises a second recess through which the needle is guided, the first and second recesses having a stretched and curved shape, coaxial to the rotational axis and at a distance from the rotational axis corresponding to the length of the radial portion of the needle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• B60Q 3/04 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment for dashboard
• G01D 11/28 - Structurally-combined illuminating devices
• G01D 13/22 - Pointers, e.g. settable pointer

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for locating a vehicle and to a method of generating location information, the location device comprising or being associated with a satellite-positioning location interface, the location device furthermore comprising or being associated with a dead-reckoning location module, the satellite-positioning location interface and the dead-reckoning location module allowing the location device to generate vehicle location information, the vehicle location information being generated by means of the dead-reckoning location module when the vehicle is detected as being in an area of poor satellite signal reception, and a calibration of the dead-reckoning location module being provided when the vehicle is detected as being in an extended area with good satellite signal reception.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation

Abstract

The present invention relates to a key and to a mechanical module, in particular for a key and in particular for a motor vehicle, including a body, wherein the body includes a battery, characterized in that the body includes an element for generating electricity, the element for generating electricity being electrically connected to the battery.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• E05B 19/04 - Construction of the bow of the keyConstruction of flat keys