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Printable controls for a window assembly

A control unit and window technology, applied in windows, lock applications, vehicle components, etc., can solve problems such as increased warranty costs and control unit failures

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-04-29
EXATEC LLC
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Mechanically operated control units wear out over time, which can lead to failure of the control unit
This can increase warranty costs and is reflected in perceived vehicle quality

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[0017] Now, refer to figure 1 , which schematically shows a system for implementing the principles of the present invention, and is denoted by reference numeral 10 . As its basic components, the system 10 includes a control unit 12 integrated with the transparent panel of the window assembly 14 and in electrical communication with a controller 16 . In its simplest form, the control unit 12 comprises switches, but it is readily conceivable that a series of switches or analog circuits could be used to form more complex switches, such as a slide or dial control unit. As such, the control unit 12 may produce changes in resistance, capacitance, or other electrical properties that may be detected by the controller 16 in response to user manipulation of the control unit 12 .

[0018] Window assembly 14 may be a conventional glass window. Preferably, however, window assembly 14 is formed from a sheet of plastic material such as polycarbonate or other suitable material. Accordingly,...

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Abstract

A window integrated control for a vehicle. The system includes a window and a control integrated onto the window. The control may comprise conductive inks that are printed onto the window. The window may be a plastic panel, such as a multilayer polycarbonate panel. Further, the control may be in electrical communication with a controller that is configured to control various vehicle subsystems, such as a keyless entry, vehicle defroster, or window positioning system based on the control.

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technical field [0001] The present invention generally relates to control units integrated on vehicle windows. Background technique [0002] A vehicle control unit, such as a switch of a keyless entry system, a door control unit, or a window control unit, is generally installed into a control unit box of the vehicle and covered with a panel. This is usually done to allow the wiring to the control unit to be hidden within the panel of the fuselage. In addition, the panels are used to harmonize the control unit with the aesthetics of the vehicle. Designing the control unit in a package that conforms to the exterior of each vehicle would require additional expense, inventory, and create highly undesirable manufacturing problems. Furthermore, the space requirements and integrity of electrical connections of commercially produced control units may often be compromised in the harsh automotive environment. [0003] Furthermore, typical automotive control units operate mechanical...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): H05B3/84
CPCH05B3/84H05B2203/016H05B2203/035H05B1/0236B60J1/16E05B49/00
Inventor R·施文克
Owner EXATEC LLC