Printed LED trim panel lamp
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1. An illumination apparatus for a vehicle comprising:
- a circuit disposed on a trim panel comprising;
first and second proximity sensors disposed proximate a surface of the trim panel and configured to detect a presence of an object;
a first light source disposed proximate the first proximity sensor, and a second light source disposed proximate the second proximity sensor, the first and second light sources comprising a plurality of LEDs in a semiconductor ink;
a first reflective surface configured to reflect the first light source at a first emission angle, and a second reflective surface configured to reflect the second light source at a second emission angle; and
the first proximity sensor configured to selectively activate the first light source, and the second proximity sensor configured to selectively activate the second light source, wherein the trim panel corresponds to a molding configured to seal a first window to a second window.
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Abstract
An illumination apparatus for a vehicle is disclosed. The illumination apparatus comprises a circuit disposed on a trim panel. The illumination apparatus comprises at least one light source formed by plurality of LEDs in a semiconductor ink. The illumination apparatus further comprises at least one proximity sensor disposed proximate a surface of the trim panel and configured to selectively activate the at least one circuit. The trim panel is configured to receive at least one edge of a window of the vehicle.
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16 Claims
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1. An illumination apparatus for a vehicle comprising:
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a circuit disposed on a trim panel comprising; first and second proximity sensors disposed proximate a surface of the trim panel and configured to detect a presence of an object; a first light source disposed proximate the first proximity sensor, and a second light source disposed proximate the second proximity sensor, the first and second light sources comprising a plurality of LEDs in a semiconductor ink; a first reflective surface configured to reflect the first light source at a first emission angle, and a second reflective surface configured to reflect the second light source at a second emission angle; and the first proximity sensor configured to selectively activate the first light source, and the second proximity sensor configured to selectively activate the second light source, wherein the trim panel corresponds to a molding configured to seal a first window to a second window. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. An illumination apparatus for a vehicle comprising:
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a circuit disposed on a window molding of a door comprising a plurality of light sources; at least one proximity sensor disposed proximate a surface of a trim panel; a controller in communication with the at least one proximity sensor to control at least a first light source of the plurality of light sources to illuminate in response to a proximity detection and to control at least a second light source of the plurality of light sources to illuminate in response to a door open status signal; and wherein the window molding forms an arched configuration tapering toward a roof position of the vehicle, the arched configuration directing a first emission from the first light source at a larger angle than a second emission from the second light source relative to a vertical vector of the vehicle. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. A lighting apparatus for a vehicle comprising:
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a locating mechanism configured to retain a position of a circuit assembly along a longitudinal extent of a trim panel; at least one light source disposed on the circuit assembly electrically coupled to a plurality of electrodes disposed on the trim panel such that the circuit assembly is adjustable along the longitudinal extent; the circuit assembly in connection with the trim panel along a slideable interface, the slideable interface comprising a locking detent; and wherein the circuit assembly is configured to slide along the trim panel when the locking detent is depressed, and the locating mechanism is configured to secure the position of the circuit assembly in a desired position when the locking detent is not depressed. - View Dependent Claims (13, 14, 15, 16)
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