Electricity: circuit makers and breakers – Multiple circuit control – Multiple switch
Patent
1997-08-04
1999-08-31
Friedhofer, Michael
Electricity: circuit makers and breakers
Multiple circuit control
Multiple switch
200 1R, 200 5A, 200 6A, 200600, H01H 1370
Patent
active
059456469
ABSTRACT:
A multi-switch control device is useful for controlling a variety of functions on a variety of vehicle subsystems or peripheral devices. The control device includes a specifically contoured base portion that enhances the usability of the device without distracting the vehicle operator from the task of driving. In one embodiment, a plurality of grooves are provided for receiving the fingers of the user of the device and a switch is provided within each groove that is readily usable by an individual regardless of the specific size of their fingers. Another embodiment includes a plurality of raised beads or grooves that provide a tactile indication of the position of the user's fingers on the device. The contoured portions also provide the ability of the user to make adjustments to a selected vehicle subsystem through conventional "touch-pad" technology.
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Hartman Hollister A.
Miller Robin Mihekun
Ng Jerome Go
Friedhofer Michael
Lear Automotive Dearborn Inc.
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