Layered switch assembly

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2006-02-21

2006-02-21

Enad, Elvin G. (Department: 2832)

Electricity: circuit makers and breakers

Solid contact

Membrane type

C200S312000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07002089

ABSTRACT:
A layered switch assembly permits more than one electric circuit function to be obtained from each of a set of switches used to control electric circuit functions such as the operation or adjustment of seats, mirrors or other components in an automotive vehicle passenger compartment. A group of switches for operator control is embedded in an armrest, console, or the like. Overlying the discrete switches are two or more flexible sheet or membrane layers for selective activation of one or more of the switches. Illuminated indicia on each switch activation layer identify the underlying switch operation. The uppermost layer controls the electrical switch function unless that layer has been moved aside to expose the next lower switch function activation layer.

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