Illumination – Supported by vehicle structure – Automobile
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-03
2006-01-03
O'Shea, Sandra (Department: 2875)
Illumination
Supported by vehicle structure
Automobile
C362S494000, C362S142000, C362S501000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06981789
ABSTRACT:
An exterior mirror assembly including an attachment member for supporting an approach light. The attachment member interconnects a mirror housing to a vehicle and includes an opening for receiving a lens. Light projects through the lens from the attachment member in order to illuminate a predetermined area in proximity to the vehicle. A light source may be housed within the support member or, alternatively, a light source may be housed interior to the vehicle and a light path transport light from the light source to the lens for projection from the support member.
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Assinder Andrew J.
Francis Neil J.
O'Shea Sandra
Schefenacker Vision Systems Australia Pty Ltd
Schefenacker Vision Systems UK Limited
Ton Anabel
Warn, Hoffmann, Miller & LaLone, P.C.
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