Automatic rear view mirror
First Claim
1. A mirror system comprising a spring biased pivotal mirror, an electromagnet secured thereto, a stationary electromagnet proximate said first mentioned magnet, a stationary photocell having its light sensitive face disposed directly in front of said mirror and connected to energize said stationary and first mentioned magnets wherein the photocell extends through the plane of said mirror without attachment thereto whereby the cell and mirror are movable relative to one another.
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Abstract
A pivotal mirror adapted for use in automobiles as a rear view reflector or in medical and dental establishments and the like. Actuation of the mirror is effected by a light sensitive element employed to energize electromagnets disposed on the back face of the mirror itself as well as on a critically located portion of its stationary housing, the moving and stationary magnets serving conjointly to pivot the mirror, for example, the rear view mirror of an automobile, in order to reduce the intensity of light in the driver'"'"'s eyes emanating from a following automobile. The light sensitive element extends through the pivotal mirror not being displaceable therewith whereby it is always positioned to detect any change in the incident rays falling thereon.
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1. A mirror system comprising a spring biased pivotal mirror, an electromagnet secured thereto, a stationary electromagnet proximate said first mentioned magnet, a stationary photocell having its light sensitive face disposed directly in front of said mirror and connected to energize said stationary and first mentioned magnets wherein the photocell extends through the plane of said mirror without attachment thereto whereby the cell and mirror are movable relative to one another.
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