Strategy for minimizing noise perception in a vehicle

Details Strategy for minimizing noise perception in a vehicle Strategy for minimizing noise perception in a vehicle

2006-04-11

2006-04-11

Norman, Marc (Department: 3744)

Refrigeration

Automatic control

Responsive to vehicle body motion or traction

C062S236000, C062S244000, C062S296000, C062S178000, C165S267000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07024871

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a method for masking noise in a motor vehicle that has a component that produces noise when operated. The method of the invention comprises monitoring the speed of the vehicle, and increasing the movement of the moveable part when the vehicle is at a predetermined speed. It is well known that vehicles naturally produce more noise as the speed of the vehicle is increased. The invention also provides a noise masking system that exploits the method of the invention.

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