Side view mirror with integral lighting
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Abstract
A mirror assembly in which the mirror housing and multi-function backing plate provide various useful functions. The multi-function backing plate supports not only a conventional reflective element but also supports a wide angle reflective element. The wide angle reflective element may be adjustable. The multi-function backing plate supports an indicator light assembly so that the mirror assembly can provide an indicator light function. The multi-function backing plate also support a recessible spot or approach lamp which, when the mirror is in an operative position, is recessed within the housing. When the mirror is in an inoperative state, the multi-function backing plate can be rotated so as to expose the spot or approach light. Various light pipe configurations enable transmission of light projected from a light source mounted to and behind the multi-function backing plate to project light through the light pipe externally to the mirror housing to provide an indicator light function.
54 Citations
35 Claims
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1-22. -22. (canceled)
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23. A mirror assembly for a vehicle comprising:
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a mirror housing;
a first reflective element having a first field of view;
a second reflective element having a second field of view, the second field of view being wider than the first field of view;
an indicator light assembly for generating a light signal, the indicator light assembly being supported by the housing; and
a backing assembly supported by the mirror housing, the backing assembly supporting the first reflective element and the second reflective element. - View Dependent Claims (24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29)
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30. A mirror assembly for a vehicle comprising:
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a mirror housing;
a first reflective element having a first field of view;
a second reflective element having a second field of view, the second field of view being wider than the first field of view;
an indicator light assembly for generating a light signal; and
a backing assembly supported by the mirror housing, the backing assembly supporting the first reflective element, the second reflective element, and the indicator light assembly. - View Dependent Claims (31, 32, 33, 34)
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35-56. -56. (canceled)
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