Electricity: circuit makers and breakers – Special application – Steering wheel – shaft or column mounted
Patent
1996-07-24
1998-06-16
Scott, J. R.
Electricity: circuit makers and breakers
Special application
Steering wheel, shaft or column mounted
200 6156, 280731, H01H 900, B60R 2100
Patent
active
057674663
ABSTRACT:
A switch for a vehicle steering wheel assembly is formed from a first and second layer of flexible material. Circuit traces are disposed on an opposed face of the first layer to control a horn function and at least a cruise control function. The second layer overlays the first layer and has a plurality of electrically conductive members spaced from the circuit traces. The second layer may be moved toward the first layer, such that at least one of the electrically conductive members is driven into contact with a circuit trace to close a switch.
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Scott J. R.
UT Automotive Dearborn Inc.
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