Showing papers on "Dashboard published in 1992"
Patent•
12 Feb 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a view field display system for automobile which comprises: view field sensors (2, 2a, 2b, 2c and 2d) disposed on suitable places of the outer panel of a car (1) for sensing desired fields of view; image transmitting means for transmitting visual images sensed by the view fields sensors to the vicinity of a dashboard panel (8) located in front of the driver's seat; and image display means (3L, 3R, 4B, 4C and 4F) for displaying the visual images transmitted by the image transmitting
Abstract: Herein disclosed is a view field display system for automobile which comprises: view field sensors (2, 2a, 2b, 2c and 2d) disposed on suitable places of the outer panel of a car (1) for sensing desired fields of view; image transmitting means for transmitting visual images sensed by the view field sensors to the vicinity of a dashboard panel (8) located in front of the driver's seat; and image display means (3L, 3R, 4B and 4F) for displaying the visual images transmitted by the image transmitting means on places which can be easily observed by the driver.
136 citations
Patent•
Audi1
TL;DR: A crossmember for the dashboard of a motor vehicle comprises three light-alloy extruded parts, namely two side parts (1, 2) with a closed box profile and a central part (3) welded to the said side parts, the lower wall (4) of the driver-side side part having ribs (10) which extend in the longitudinal direction over the entire length of the side part and have threaded holes for the fastening bolts of the steering-column mount (6).
Abstract: A crossmember for the dashboard of a motor vehicle comprises three light-alloy extruded parts, namely two side parts (1, 2) with a closed box profile and a central part (3) welded to the said side parts, the lower wall (4) of the driver-side side part (1) having ribs (10) which extend in the longitudinal direction over the entire length of the side part and have threaded holes for the fastening bolts of the steering-column mount (6).
45 citations
Patent•
Audi1
TL;DR: In this article, the dashboard comprises a cross-bearer (1) and an instrument panel (17) attached to the dashboard, with a hollow section into which pipes are inserted which are made of an elastic plastics material and which serve to conduct fresh air or conditioned air from a heating or air-conditioning apparatus.
Abstract: The dashboard comprises a cross-bearer (1) and an instrument panel (17) attached thereto. The cross-bearer comprises a hollow section, into which pipes are inserted which are made of an elastic plastics material and which serve to conduct fresh air or conditioned air from a heating or air-conditioning apparatus (7), disposed in the middle of the cross-bearer, to the outer ends of the cross-bearer. The outer ends (24) of the pipes (13) are connected via connectors (25) to air outlet openings (19, 20, 23) provided in the instrument panel (17).
44 citations
Patent•
17 Jul 1992
TL;DR: In this article, the data display projects information onto the windscreen in the driver's field of vision, which is projected from a projector mounted on the roof of the vehicle or high on the wind screen, and is directed to a mixer fitted in the top surface of the dashboard.
Abstract: The data display projects information onto the windscreen in the driver's field of vision. The data is projected from a projector (4) mounted on the roof of the vehicle or high on the windscreen, and is directed to a mixer (1) fitted in the top surface of the dashboard (2). The mixer is fixed to a plate (5) that can pivot round a horizontal axis, allowing the mixer to be tilted between the raised operating position and the lowered position when it is out of service and is retracted flux with the top of the dashboard. ADVANTAGE - Simple retraction of secondary information display providing dashboard with smooth top surface when retracted.
13 citations
Patent•
30 Mar 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a system for detecting the presence of objects lying within the blind-spot of the vehicle in which it is installed and which indicates presence of the detected object(s) to the driver on a dashboard display is presented.
Abstract: A system for detecting the presence of objects lying within the blind-spot of the vehicle in which it is installed and which indicates the presence of the detected object(s) to the driver of the vehicle on a dashboard display. As well as the visual display the driver also receives an audible warning if there is an attempt to turn into the path of the detected object(s). The system provides information to the driver of the vehicle within the blind-spot to let them know that they have entered the blind-spot of the vehicle in which it is installed and also to warn them if the vehicle attempts to move across their path.
12 citations
Patent•
03 Aug 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a single inflatable cushion (air bag) is arranged in a housing made over the entire width of the dashboard of the vehicle and protecting both the driver and a passenger seated beside him in the event of an accident.
Abstract: of EP0525817In order to be able to equip the vehicle with a single inflatable cushion (air bag) arranged, when it is not inflated, in a housing (13) made over the entire width of the dashboard of the vehicle and protecting both the driver of the vehicle and a passenger seated beside him in the event of an accident, the control system for steering this vehicle comprises a lever (11) which can be moved in a plane and replaces the steering wheel of conventional vehicles. An electronic circuit slaves the angular position of the wheels of the vehicle to the position of this lever (11).
8 citations
Patent•
13 Jul 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a command device is provided for commanding movement of the sub-panel between the first and second positions and is operable without requiring the operator to look significantly away from the road or to reach with one hand to a location far away from a steering wheel.
Abstract: A compartment of a motor vehicle has a steering wheel and a dashboard including a generally vertically-extending front surface and a movable sub-panel for carrying controls for one or more vehicle accessories. The sub-panel is supported for movement between a first position at the front surface of the dashboard and a second position in which the controls are readily accessible by the eyes and hands of the operator. A command device is provided for commanding movement of the sub-panel between the first and second positions and is operable without requiring the operator to look significantly away from the road or to reach with one hand to a location far away from the steering wheel.
6 citations
Patent•
12 Jun 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a device for anchoring an instrument casing in an opening of a dashboard of a motor vehicle, including elastic blades, is described, where the elastic blades are solidly attached to the dashboard, at least one being provided in the top part of the opening and at least another in the bottom part of this opening.
Abstract: The subject of the present invention is a device for anchoring an instrument casing in an opening of a dashboard of a motor vehicle, including elastic blades. According to the invention, the elastic blades (7) are solidly attached to the dashboard (1), at least one being provided in the top part of the opening (2) and at least another in the bottom part of this opening; their free end includes a projecting part (9) capable of engaging in an opening (3) of a rigid appendage (4) provided outside the instrument casing (3).
5 citations
Patent•
25 Mar 1992
TL;DR: In this article, a device for the installation of an audio or video receiver in a motor vehicle is described, which is integrated into the armrest which can be folded in and out at the rear of the vehicle.
Abstract: A device (3) for the installation of an audio or video receiver (5) in a motor vehicle is described. Devices of this kind have to be accommodated in the motor vehicle at points at which, on the one hand, they do not constitute an impedance and, on the other hand, are easily accessible. The dashboard or control panel in motor vehicles is suitable for smaller devices such as car radios or car cassette players but provides too little space for larger devices such as for example CD changing devices or video devices. The device (3) according to the invention is integrated into the armrest (1) which can be folded in and out at the rear of the motor vehicle.
3 citations
Patent•
25 Feb 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a combiner of a head-up display and a simulated weapon operating member is provided in front of a seat of the vehicle, and displaying a breakdown state of the target by operating the operating member.
Abstract: PURPOSE:To realize the game equipment for obtaining a sense for attacking a target from a moving vehicle by providing a combiner of a head-up display and a simulated weapon operating member in front of a seat of the vehicle, and displaying a break-down state of the target by operating the simulated weapon operating member. CONSTITUTION:In front of each seat 3, a score display part 7a, and an operating button 8 being a simulated weapon operating member are provided on an operating panel 7 of a dashboard 6. On the upper face of the dashboard 6, a combiner C of a head-up display H is inclined backward and provided. When a vehicle 2 runs and comes to a prescribed position, an output of a position detecting device 19 becomes an H1 level. When a boarding person pushes the operating button at a good timing in a prescribed position, a display information control part 12 displays a state that the above is broken down, and an explosion image by the head-up display H.
2 citations
Patent•
29 Jan 1992
TL;DR: An automatic vehicle lighting system which operates a vehicles main headlamps (2) automatically in low levels of environmental light is designed to be incorporated into existing vehicle lighting systems and circuits as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: An automatic vehicle lighting system which operates a vehicles main headlamps (2) automatically in low levels of environmental light is designed to be incorporated into existing vehicle lighting systems and circuits. A light dependent resistor (1) in series with a relay (3) is exposed to environmental light as much as is possible. This could be in a recess in the bumper or bonnet of a vehicle (between the windscreen wipers) or centrally on the dashboard. As the environmental light level falls, the light dependent resistor conducts less current. Eventually relay (3) falls and the lights (2) are energised through contact (3E). The single pole switch (8) is intended to allow the driver to have the main lighting of a vehicle off whilst running the vehicle's engine at night.
Patent•
26 Aug 1992
TL;DR: In this paper, a locking device for a box with a cover forming, for example, a glove compartment for a motor vehicle is described. But it cannot be used to lock a glove-compartment cover mounted on the dashboard.
Abstract: of EP0352176The present invention relates to a locking device for a box with a cover forming, for example, a glove compartment for a motor vehicle. This device essentially comprises two catches (6) fixed respectively to the ends of an elongate support (9) mounted slidably in a guide element (10) fastened to the dashboard of a vehicle and carrying, at one of its ends nearest to the seat of the vehicle driver, a handle (11) capable of driving the elongate support (9) in translational motion in the guide element (10) in order to unlock the cover of a glove compartment mounted in a receptacle made in the vehicle dashboard. This device makes it possible to lock a glove-compartment cover mounted on the dashboard of any saloon car or commercial vehicle.
Patent•
03 Jun 1992
TL;DR: In this article, the base of a radio telephone is fixed to a motor vehicle dashboard by a handle, and a means for fixing the element (6) to the element(3) is presented.
Abstract: Device for fixing the base (10) of a radio telephone to a motor vehicle dashboard (1) comprising a handle (2). This device comprises: - a first element (3) whose shape is such that it may be clamped between the dashboard (1) and the handle (2), - a second element (6) whose shape allows it to rest upon the dashboard and upon the handle, and - a means (9) for fixing the element (6) to the element (3).
Patent•
06 Jan 1992
TL;DR: In this article, the authors proposed a remote switch which selectively turns on/off the power supply to the facsimile equipment mounted on a vehicle at the proper place in the vehicle and adding a displaying means which displays the operating state of the FAX to the remote switch.
Abstract: PURPOSE:To stop the power supply to facsimile equipment mounted on a vehicle when the equipment is not used and to reduce the burden to the battery of the vehicle by providing a remote switch which selectively turns on/off the power supply to the facsimile equipment at the proper place in the vehicle and adding a displaying means which displays the operating state of the facsimile equipment to the remote switch. CONSTITUTION:A handle 32 is provided in front of a dashboard 31 and a remote switch 15 is stuck to the proper place on the dashboard 31 with such an appropriate means as double coated adhesive tape near the handle 32. In addition, the remote switch 15 is constituted of an appropriate LED 15A and switch section 15B and such character codes as 'FAX' are fitted near the LED 15A.
Patent•
23 Sep 1992
TL;DR: In this article, a load-indicating device for vehicles is presented, constituted by a fixed hydraulic installation which may be mounted on any vehicle, lorry trailers, railway carriages and on which it is possible to read the instantaneous load weight via a tank and via an indicator on the dashboard.
Abstract: A load-indicating device, in particular for vehicles, is shown, constituted by a fixed hydraulic installation which may be mounted on any vehicle, lorry trailers, railway carriages and on which it is possible to read the instantaneous load weight via a tank (1) and via an indicator on the dashboard (4). The device is composed of cylinders (jacks) (2) which deliver a liquid according to the load level of the vehicle, via hydraulic pipes (3) which rise up to the tank and which actuate a float (5) for indicating to the dashboard and which operates whatever the load level.