Atmosphere light optical system
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202311093008.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-08-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2043-08-28
AI Technical Summary
[0005]1.只能在颜色和亮度层面实现动态,无法实现图形的改变;
[0026]本发明提供了一种氛围灯光学系统,通过控制单元调整镜面单元的空间位置以实现动态图形变化,表现效果好,提升用户体验。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of automotive lighting system manufacturing technology, and more particularly to an ambient lighting optical system. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, large areas of car dashboards, door panels, and other interior surfaces are often equipped with ambient lighting. However, these ambient lighting patterns are generally two-dimensional and fixed. Even dynamic ambient lighting only changes in brightness and color; the fundamental graphic remains the same. But with advancements in technology and evolving aesthetic tastes, consumers are demanding greater richness in the effects of automotive interior ambient lighting. Fixed-pattern ambient lighting will no longer be sufficient to meet their needs.
[0003] Currently, mainstream ambient lighting with surface light sources typically comes in two forms. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient light in the prior art is shown. As shown, this ambient light consists of a light guide, a PCB with a light source, a light guide bracket, and a mask. Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another ambient light in the prior art is shown. As shown, this ambient light consists of a PCB, a light guide, a bracket, a light-diffusing film, and a patterned mask. An LED array is provided on the PCB. The patterned outer shell is a multi-layered structure, such as an IMD shell, a TPO skinned shell, and a perforated skinned shell. Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of an IMD enclosure in the prior art is shown. As shown, this enclosure includes, from the inside out, a PC substrate, multiple protective layers, two black paint layers, a translucent paint layer, a PC layer, and a UV protective layer. Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a TPO skinned shell in the prior art is shown. As shown, this type of shell includes, from the inside out, a 2K (two-material injection molded) substrate layer, a 3DMesh layer, a fabric layer, and a TPO light-transmitting layer. Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a perforated skin shell in the prior art is shown. As shown, this type of shell includes, from the inside out, a 2K substrate layer, a 3DMesh layer, a fabric layer, and a perforated skin layer.
[0004] It is obvious that existing ambient lighting (optical systems) have the following problems:
[0005] 1. It can only achieve dynamic effects at the color and brightness levels, and cannot achieve changes in graphics;
[0006] 2. To achieve graphic changes, a large number of LEDs are needed, which results in high control costs and significant heat generation, requiring additional consideration of heat dissipation structures;
[0007] 3. High cost, due to the high price of surface treatment and skin. Summary of the Invention
[0008] To address the aforementioned problems in existing technologies, this invention proposes an ambient lighting optical system that can achieve dynamic graphic changes, deliver excellent visual effects, and enhance the user experience.
[0009] Specifically, the present invention proposes an ambient lighting optical system, comprising:
[0010] A light-transmitting mask with a display area on its surface, the light-transmitting mask having a dual-light-path coating;
[0011] Light source unit, including LEDs;
[0012] The graphic unit includes a light guide and a diffuser, wherein the light guide is enveloped by the diffuser and the light-incident end of the light guide is connected to the LED;
[0013] A mirror unit, including a combined mirror, wherein the graphic unit is arranged between the light-transmitting mask and the combined mirror;
[0014] The control unit includes a first PCB and a mirror adjuster. The first PCB adjusts the combined mirror via the mirror adjuster to change the angle and distance between the combined mirror and the graphics unit, so that the human eye can see dynamic graphics through the display area.
[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the ambient lighting optical system further includes a cover plate, which is fixed in place with the light-transmitting mask, and the two form a space for accommodating the light source unit, the graphic unit, the mirror unit and the control unit;
[0016] The graphic unit is fixed to the inside of the light-transmitting mask, the LED is soldered and fixed to the first PCB, the mirror adjuster is fixed to the first PCB, and the first PCB is mounted and fixed to the cover plate.
[0017] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the light-transmitting mask is manufactured using an IMD process, and the light-transmitting mask includes a light-transmitting film, on the surface of which the display area is formed.
[0018] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the light-transmitting film has a laminated structure, comprising a first protective layer, a dual-light-path coating, an ink layer, a PC substrate, and a second protective layer arranged sequentially from the inside out;
[0019] The dual-light-path coating is transparent to light on one side facing the second protective layer and reflects light on the other side.
[0020] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the maximum allowable rotation angle of the combined mirror is related to the boundary of the display area reached by the human eye's visual line. If the human eye's visual line forms an angle α with the display area when it reaches the boundary of the display area, then the maximum rotation angle α' of the combined mirror is 90°-α.
[0021] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the diffuser is made using 2K injection molding or spray painting laser engraving process, and a pattern is formed on the surface of the diffuser.
[0022] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the combined mirror surface comprises at least two plane mirrors.
[0023] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the combined mirror is a dual-optical-path mirror.
[0024] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the mirror unit further includes a film and a light guide plate, the control unit further includes a second PCB with a light source, the film is disposed between the combined mirror and the light guide plate, the light guide plate is disposed between the film and the mirror adjuster, and the light guide plate is connected to the second PCB.
[0025] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second PCB is disposed on the side of the mirror unit.
[0026] This invention provides an ambient lighting optical system that uses a control unit to adjust the spatial position of a mirror unit to achieve dynamic graphic changes, resulting in good performance and improved user experience.
[0027] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description of the invention are exemplary and illustrative, and are intended to provide further explanation of the invention as described in the claims. Attached Figure Description
[0028] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the invention. They are incorporated in and constitute a part of this application. The drawings illustrate embodiments of the invention and, together with this specification, serve to explain the principles of the invention.
[0029] In the attached image:
[0030] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient light in the prior art is shown.
[0031] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another ambient light in the prior art is shown.
[0032] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of an IMD housing in the prior art is shown.
[0033] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a TPO skin shell in the prior art is shown.
[0034] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of a perforated skin shell in the prior art is shown.
[0035] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient lighting optical system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0036] Figure 7 An exploded view of an ambient lighting optical system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0037] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of mirror imaging in the prior art is shown. Figure 1 .
[0038] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of mirror imaging in the prior art is shown. Figure 2 .
[0039] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the structure of the transparent film of a light-transmitting mask according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0040] Figure 11 A schematic diagram showing the maximum allowable rotation angle of the combined mirrors according to an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated.
[0041] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0042] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Visual renderings.
[0043] Figure 14 Is Figure 12 A simplified diagram illustrating the rotation of the combined mirrors.
[0044] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 Visual renderings.
[0045] Figure 16 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0046] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 Visual renderings.
[0047] Figure 18 A schematic diagram of a diffuser according to another embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0048] Figure 19 Based on Figure 18 Visual renderings.
[0049] Figure 20 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient lighting optical system according to another embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0050] Figure 21 yes Figure 20 A magnified view of a portion of the image.
[0051] Figure 22 This is a composite image of film and diffuser effects from another embodiment of the present invention.
[0052] Figure 23 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0053] Figure 24 yes Figure 23 Visual renderings.
[0054] Figure 25 Is Figure 23 A simplified diagram illustrating the rotation of the combined mirrors.
[0055] Figure 26 yes Figure 25 Visual renderings.
[0056] The above figures include the following reference numerals:
[0057] Ambient Lighting System 601
[0058] Translucent face mask 602
[0059] Light source unit 603
[0060] Graphics Unit 604
[0061] Mirror unit 605
[0062] Control Unit 606
[0063] 607 Optical Guide
[0064] Diffuser 608
[0065] Combined mirror 609
[0066] First PCB 610
[0067] Mirror Adjuster 611
[0068] Cover plate 612
[0069] 613 translucent film
[0070] First protective layer 614
[0071] Dual-path coating 615
[0072] Ink layer 616
[0073] PC substrate 617
[0074] Second protective layer 618
[0075] Film 619
[0076] Light guide plate 620
[0077] Second PCB 621 Detailed Implementation
[0078] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other.
[0079] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit this application or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0080] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.
[0081] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this application. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.
[0082] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this application; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.
[0083] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways, rotated 90 degrees, or in other orientations, and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.
[0084] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, these terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application. In addition, although the terminology used in this application is selected from commonly known and used terms, some terms mentioned in this application's specification may have been chosen by the applicant according to his or her judgment, and their detailed meanings are explained in the relevant sections of this description. Moreover, this application should be understood not only through the actual terms used, but also through the meaning implied by each term.
[0085] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient lighting optical system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 7 An exploded view of an ambient lighting optical system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. As shown, the present invention provides an ambient lighting optical system 601, which mainly includes a light-transmitting mask 602, a light source unit 603, a graphic unit 604, a mirror unit 605, and a control unit 606.
[0086] The light-transmitting mask 602 has a display area on its surface, which has a light-transmitting structure. The rest of the light-transmitting mask 602 is made of opaque material. The light-transmitting mask 602 has a dual-light-path coating.
[0087] The light source unit 603 includes LEDs, which can be tri-color LEDs or monochromatic LEDs;
[0088] The graphic unit 604 includes a light guide 607 and a diffuser 608. The light guide 607 is enveloped by the diffuser 608, and the light-incident end of the light guide 607 is connected to the LED.
[0089] The mirror unit 605 includes a combined mirror 609, and the graphic unit 604 is arranged between the light-transmitting mask 602 and the combined mirror 609.
[0090] The control unit 606 includes a first PCB 610 and a mirror adjuster 611. The first PCB 610 adjusts the combined mirror 609 via the mirror adjuster 611 to change the angle and distance between the combined mirror 609 and the graphics unit 604.
[0091] like Figure 6 As shown, along the arrow direction, the control unit 606 controls the light source unit 603 to emit light. The light projects the graphic generated by the graphics unit 604 onto the mirror unit 605, and then through the light-transmitting mask 602 to reach the human eye. In other words, the human eye can see the dynamic graphic through the display area. The control unit 606 is mainly used to control the light source unit 603 and the mirror unit 605. Specifically, the control unit 606 controls the light source unit 603 to change the color and / or brightness of the light source to achieve changes in color and / or brightness. The control unit 606 controls the mirror unit 605 to adjust the angle and distance between the combined mirror 609 and the graphics unit 604, thereby forming a dynamic graphic. By way of example and not limitation, the control unit 606 can also control the graphics unit 604 to adjust the distance between the graphics unit 604 and the mirror unit 605 to generate a dynamic graphic. Therefore, the ambient lighting optical system 601 provided by this invention can generate dynamic graphics, enriching the performance of ambient lighting and enhancing the user experience.
[0092] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of mirror imaging in the prior art is shown. Figure 1 . Figure 9 A schematic diagram of mirror imaging in the prior art is shown. Figure 2 . refer to Figure 8The main principle of this invention is as follows: An object A is placed between two parallel plane mirrors. Object A forms a virtual image on the mirror surface, which can be called a first-order virtual image A1. Simultaneously, the mirror surface and the first-order virtual image A1 form an image in the other mirror, resulting in a second-order virtual image A2. In this way, as long as the mirror surface is large enough, the human eye can observe an infinite number of images. It is easy to understand that when the distance between object A and the mirror surface is changed, the spacing between the images also changes. (Reference) Figure 9 It is not difficult to see that when the angle of the plane mirror is changed, the position of the image changes, or in other words, the geometric distribution of the image changes. In this invention, the light source unit 603 forms a pattern through the pattern unit 604, and the pattern is reflected by the mirror unit 605 and the dual-light path coating 615 of the light-transmitting mask 602 (equivalent to two plane mirrors in the prior art), generating an image arranged in a certain set pattern. Passengers inside the vehicle can observe the image of the ambient light (dynamic graphics) in the display area.
[0093] Preferably, the ambient lighting optical system 601 also includes a cover plate 612. The cover plate 612 is fixedly fitted to the light-transmitting mask 602, forming a space between them to accommodate the light source unit 603, the graphic unit 604, the mirror unit 605, and the control unit 606.
[0094] refer to Figure 7 The graphic unit 604 is fixed to the inside of the light-transmitting mask 602. The LED is soldered and fixed to the first PCB 610. The mirror adjuster 611 is fixed to the first PCB 610, and the first PCB 610 is mounted and fixed to the cover plate 612 to form a stable structure.
[0095] Preferably, the light-transmitting mask 602 is manufactured using IMD (In-Mold Decoration) technology. The light-transmitting mask 602 includes a light-transmitting film 613, on which a display area is formed.
[0096] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the transparent film structure of a light-transmitting mask according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. As shown, the light-transmitting film 613 has a stacked structure, including a first protective layer 614, a dual-light-path coating 615, an ink layer 616, a PC substrate 617, and a second protective layer 618 arranged sequentially from the inside out (from left to right in the figure). The dual-light-path coating 615 is light-transmitting on the side facing the second protective layer 618 and reflective on the other side. That is, the dual-light-path coating 615 has a reflective effect on the side near the graphics unit 604, so that the graphics generated by the graphics unit 604 are located between the mirror unit 605 and the dual-light-path coating 615, thereby forming multiple virtual images of the graphics through the principle of reflection, arranged in a certain aggregate pattern. Passengers inside the vehicle can observe the graphics including these multiple virtual images in the display area.
[0097] Figure 11 A schematic diagram illustrating the maximum allowable rotation angle of the combined mirror 609 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. As shown, the maximum allowable rotation angle of the combined mirror 609 is related to the boundary of the display area reached by the human eye's visual line. The boundary of the display area reached by the human eye's visual line corresponds to the maximum boundary of the light guide 607 reached by the human eye. The angle of incidence of the human eye's visual line is the angle α formed between the human eye's visual line and the display area. Therefore, the maximum rotation angle α' of the combined mirror 609 is the supplementary angle of the angle α, which is 90° - α. The dashed line in the figure represents the initial position of the combined mirror 609, which is substantially parallel to the light-transmitting film 613 or the dual-beam path coating 615 of the light-transmitting mask 602.
[0098] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Visual renderings. (Reference) Figure 12 The combined mirror 609 is in its initial position, substantially parallel to the light-transmitting mask 602. The diffuser 608 is illuminated by the light guide 607 and will repeatedly image onto the dual-optical-path coating 615 of the combined mirror 609 and the light-transmitting mask 602. (Reference) Figure 13 The human eye can see a pattern containing multiple images by looking through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line.
[0099] Figure 14 Is Figure 12 Based on this, a simplified schematic diagram of rotating the combined mirror 609 is provided. Figure 15 yes Figure 14 Visual renderings. (Reference) Figure 14 The control unit 606 controls the rotation angle of the combined mirror 609, causing the combined mirror 609 to tilt to the left from its initial position on the map. The diffuser 608 is illuminated by the light guide 607, repeatedly imaging onto the dual-optical-path coating 615 of the combined mirror 609 and the light-transmitting mask 602. (Reference) Figure 15 The human eye can see a pattern containing multiple images by looking through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line, relatively Figure 13 The graphic has changed significantly.
[0100] Preferably, the composite mirror 609 includes at least two plane mirrors. By way of example and not limitation, the composite mirror 609 can be composed of more plane mirrors. The more plane mirrors there are, the more complex the graphic effects can be, the stronger the sense of spatial volume, and thus the richer the visual experience.
[0101] Figure 16 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 17 yes Figure 16 Visual renderings. (Reference) Figure 16In this embodiment, the combined mirror 609 is composed of two plane mirrors. The control unit 606 controls the rotation angle of the two plane mirrors respectively. The combined mirror 609 rotates downward along the initial dotted line position, and the two plane mirrors form an angle. The diffuser 608 is lit by the light guide 607, and images are repeatedly formed on the dual-optical-path coating 615 of the combined mirror 609 and the light-transmitting mask 602. (Reference) Figure 17 The human eye can see the changing goose pattern through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line. This pattern contains multiple images, relatively... Figure 13 and 15 The graphic changes more noticeably, creating a sunken effect and a stronger sense of three-dimensionality.
[0102] Preferably, diffuser 608 is made using 2K injection molding or spray painting laser engraving to create a pattern on its surface. The pattern can be geometric shapes, designs, or ornamentation, offering a wider range of content. Figure 18 A schematic diagram of a diffuser 608 according to another embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 19 Based on Figure 18 Visual renderings. (Reference) Figure 18 This displays a geometric pattern formed on the surface of the diffuser 608. (Reference) Figure 19 The human eye can see multiple images of patterns through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line.
[0103] Preferably, the combined mirror 609 is a dual-path mirror.
[0104] Figure 20 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ambient lighting optical system according to another embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 21 yes Figure 20 A magnified view of a portion of the image. As shown, the mirror unit 605 also includes a film 619 and a light guide plate 620. The control unit 606 also includes a second PCB 621 with a light source. The film 619 is positioned between the combined mirror 609 and the light guide plate 620, and the light guide plate 620 is positioned between the film 619 and the mirror adjuster 611. The light guide plate 620 is connected to the second PCB 621. The light guide plate and the second PCB 621 can be fixed to the mirror adjuster 611. It is easy to understand that the light guide plate 620 is illuminated by the light source of the second PCB 621, causing the image of the film 619 to be superimposed on the image of the diffuser 608, generating a superimposed effect. Figure 22 This is an overlay effect diagram of a film and a diffuser according to another embodiment of the present invention. If the film 619 has a wavy pattern and the combined mirror 609 is in the initial position, the human eye can see through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line. Figure 22 The effect presented.
[0105] Better, refer to Figure 21 The second PCB 621 is arranged on the side of the mirror unit 605, making the overall structure of the ambient lighting optical system 601 more compact.
[0106] Figure 23 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 24 yes Figure 23 Visual renderings. (Reference) Figure 23 The control unit 606 controls the rotation angle of the combined mirror 609, causing it to tilt to the left at a certain angle from its initial position on the image. Both the diffuser 608 and the film 619 are illuminated. The superimposed images are repeatedly projected onto the dual-optical-path coating 615 of the combined mirror 609 and the light-transmitting mask 602. (Reference) Figure 24 The human eye can see the changing pattern through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line.
[0107] Figure 25 Is Figure 23 Based on this, a simplified schematic diagram of rotating the combined mirror 609 is provided. Figure 26 yes Figure 25 The visual effect diagram is shown below. In this embodiment, the combined mirror 609 consists of two plane mirrors. The control unit 606 controls the rotation angle of the two plane mirrors respectively. The combined mirror 609 rotates downward along the initial dotted line position, forming an angle between the two plane mirrors. The diffuser 608 and the film 619 are both illuminated. After the images are superimposed, they are repeatedly imaged on the dual-light-path coating 615 of the combined mirror 609 and the light-transmitting mask 602. The human eye can see the image through the light-transmitting film 613 along the visual line. Figure 26 The graphics displayed are richer and have a stronger sense of three-dimensionality.
[0108] The ambient lighting optical system provided by this invention has the following advantages:
[0109] 1) It can create more complex and three-dimensional dynamic graphics.
[0110] 2) No need to control the LED array, low performance requirements for the chip, simpler overall process than existing technology, relatively reduced heat generation, and lower overall cost.
[0111] 3) Easy to operate and with better uniformity.
[0112] 4) Compact structure.
[0113] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made to the exemplary embodiments described above without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, it is intended that this invention cover modifications and variations falling within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. An ambient lighting optical system, comprising: A light-transmitting mask with a display area on its surface, the light-transmitting mask having a dual-light-path coating; Light source unit, including LEDs; The graphic unit includes a light guide and a diffuser, wherein the light guide is enveloped by the diffuser and the light-incident end of the light guide is connected to the LED; A mirror unit, including a combined mirror, wherein the graphic unit is arranged between the light-transmitting mask and the combined mirror; The control unit includes a first PCB, a second PCB with a light source, and a mirror adjuster. The mirror adjuster is used to adjust the combined mirror to change the angle and distance between the combined mirror and the graphic unit. The combined mirror is a dual-light-path mirror; the mirror unit also includes a film and a light guide plate. The film is arranged between the combined mirror and the light guide plate, and the light guide plate is arranged between the film and the mirror adjuster. The light guide plate is connected to the second PCB with a light source. The human eye can see dynamic graphics through the display area. The cover plate is fixed in conjunction with the light-transmitting mask, and the two form a space to accommodate the light source unit, the graphic unit, the mirror unit and the control unit; the graphic unit is fixed inside the light-transmitting mask, the LED is soldered and fixed on the first PCB, the mirror adjuster is fixed on the first PCB, and the first PCB is mounted and fixed on the cover plate.
2. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The light-transmitting mask is manufactured using IMD technology. The light-transmitting mask includes a light-transmitting film, on which the display area is formed.
3. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The light-transmitting film has a multilayer structure, including a first protective layer, a dual-light-path coating, an ink layer, a PC substrate, and a second protective layer arranged sequentially from the inside out. The dual-light-path coating is transparent to light on one side facing the second protective layer and reflects light on the other side.
4. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The maximum allowable rotation angle of the combined mirror is related to the distance the human eye's visual line reaches the boundary of the display area. If the human eye's visual line forms an angle α with the display area when it reaches the boundary of the display area, then the maximum rotation angle α' of the combined mirror is 90°-α.
5. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The diffuser is made using 2K injection molding or spray painting laser engraving processes, forming a pattern on the surface of the diffuser.
6. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The combined mirror surface includes at least two plane mirrors.
7. The ambient lighting optical system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The second PCB with a light source is arranged on the side of the mirror unit.
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