Signals and indicators – Indicators – Rotary indicator with actuating means
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-10
2006-01-10
Smith, R. Alexander (Department: 2859)
Signals and indicators
Indicators
Rotary indicator with actuating means
C116S062100, C116SDIG036, C362S029000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06983717
ABSTRACT:
An indicator assembly with a dial face, a pointer and a lamp. The dial face has an opaque portion and defines a shaft aperture. The pointer has a connecting portion, a pointer portion and an opaque boot portion. The connecting portion is disposed in-line with the aperture. The pointer portion is coupled to and extends radially outwardly from the connecting portion. The boot portion extends about the connecting portion and contacts the dial face in a zone that encircles the aperture. The lamp is disposed rearwardly of the dial face and provides a source of light. A method for reducing or eliminating a halo effect is also provided.
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Harness & Dickey & Pierce P.L.C.
Smith R. Alexander
Yazaki North America, Inc.
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