Radiant energy – Photocells; circuits and apparatus – Photocell controls its own optical systems
Patent
1988-01-25
1989-02-14
Nelms, David C.
Radiant energy
Photocells; circuits and apparatus
Photocell controls its own optical systems
340705, G09C 302
Patent
active
048048364
ABSTRACT:
The optical apparatus for an automotive vehicle comprises a pivotal casing for accommodating optical elements; a half mirror for partially reflecting light introduced into the apparatus from the outside; a photosensor for detecting light reflected from the half mirror; a controller for generating an actuator signal when the photosensor detects intense light; and a motor or solenoid for moving the pivotal casing in response to the actuator signal to dislocate the optical path of the optical apparatus from the normal optical position to a protective position from intense sunlight. Further, when an ignition switch is connected in series to the controller, it is possible to protect the optical device from external light even when the vehicle is kept parked.
REFERENCES:
patent: 4616226 (1986-10-01), Morley
patent: 4719342 (1988-01-01), Cohn et al.
Allen Stephone B.
Nelms David C.
Yazaki -Corporation
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