Signals and indicators – Indicators – Rotary indicator with actuating means
Reexamination Certificate
2008-04-15
2008-04-15
Smith, R. Alexander (Department: 2859)
Signals and indicators
Indicators
Rotary indicator with actuating means
C116S062100, C116SDIG043, C362S026000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11352291
ABSTRACT:
A meter panel such as a speedometer used in an instrument panel of an automotive vehicle includes a transparent pointer disc, a dial plate having scales and numerals thereon, and a light source for illuminating the pointer disc. The pointer disc is disposed in front of the dial plate to overlap the scales and numerals of the dial plate. The pointer disc is rotated by a pointer driver disposed behind the dial plate. Light emitted from the light source is introduced into the transparent pointer disc and reflected by a groove formed on the pointer disc toward the front side of the meter panel, thereby making the pointer visible. Since the pointer overlaps the scales and numerals of the dial plate, the pointer position relative to the scales and numerals is easily and clearly recognized.
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Denso Corporation
Nixon & Vanderhye PC
Smith R. Alexander
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