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Expandable mirrors

A mirror and reflective surface technology, applied in the field of mirrors, can solve the problems of limited visual surface adjustment ability, clumsy positioning, insufficient light, etc.

Active Publication Date: 2017-12-01
FORD GLOBAL TECH LLC
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However, these mirrors are often small in size, poorly lit, at odd angles when they are arranged, and have limited ability to adjust the orientation of the viewing surface, all of which make it difficult for users to fully see themselves and / or in the mirror or reap the benefits of effective mirror use
Furthermore, when using such mirrors, the user is often required to awkwardly position himself / herself by stretching his / her body, sitting up past his / her height, or turning himself / herself at an uncomfortable angle relative to the mirror. Locate in the limited space of the vehicle cabin
These inconveniences and limitations greatly reduce the viability and effectiveness of mirrors

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[0084] In the following specification, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific exemplary embodiments in which the disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the concepts disclosed herein, and it is to be understood that modifications may be made to the various disclosed embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. , and other embodiments may be utilized. Therefore, the following specific embodiments should not be interpreted in a limiting sense.

[0085] The present disclosure seeks to overcome the disadvantages, limitations and inconveniences of existing accessory mirrors commonly found in contemporary transportation vehicles as described above. Specifically, the present disclosure seeks to provide a mirror implementable in a vehicle that presents a large viewing area that is ...

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Abstract

Various expandable mirrors and a vehicle having the same are described. An expandable mirror may include a first pane having a first reflective surface and a second pane having a second reflective surface. The expandable mirror may also include a mechanism connected with each of the first and second panes. The mechanism may be actuated to expand a viewing area of the mirror such that the expanded viewing area includes both the first and second reflective surfaces. The expandable mirror may also include a third pane having a third reflective surface that contributes to the viewing area when the mirror is expanded. The expandable mirror may also include a manual button configured to actuate or de-actuate the mechanism when pressed. The expandable mirror may also include a positioning motor configured to adjust the orientation of the viewing area of the mirror.

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technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates generally to mirrors, and more particularly to expandable mirrors within manned transportation vehicles, such as motor vehicles. Background technique [0002] Motor vehicles or other vehicles are indispensable in contemporary life. People spend a lot of time as drivers or passengers in various transportation vehicles. Passengers can choose to use their time in the vehicle for various activities, including personal make-up moves that may require a mirror. The driver may choose to use the vehicle as a grooming area after arriving at the destination to groom himself or herself for subsequent events at the destination, in which case a mirror may also be required. [0003] Mirrors, which are commonly located in the cabins of transport vehicles, have long been used as passing accessories for personal use purposes. For example, accessory mirrors are often disposed on the inside of a sun visor above either or both of a driver'...

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IPC IPC(8): B60N3/00
CPCB60N3/00B60R1/12B60R1/1207B60R11/00B60R2001/1238B60R2011/0035B60R2011/0082B60J3/0282B60R1/04B60R2001/1284B60R2001/1269G02B1/11G02B7/1821B60J3/0204
Inventor 利·格雷·哈盖斯泰德约翰·迈克尔·加兰·费勒维多利亚·利·沙因尼廷·邦达鲁
Owner FORD GLOBAL TECH LLC
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