Vehicle light emitting device configured to perform high mount stop lamp function

By adopting cylindrical light guides in the vehicle light emitting device and reducing the number of main light sources, the problem of excessive space occupied by the light emitting device in the prior art is solved, and a compact design adapted to the rear windows of different vehicles is realized while maintaining efficient optical functions.

CN119947927APending Publication Date: 2025-05-06VALEO VISION SA
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Application Number
CN202380067039.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2022-09-19
Filing Date
2023-09-18
Publication Date
2025-05-06

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Technical Problem

The existing vehicle light emitting devices occupy a large space in vertical dimensions and have too much depth, making it difficult to adapt to different types of vehicle rear windows.

Method used

A cylindrical light guide is used instead of the reflector, and the number of main light sources and the surface area of ​​the electronic support is reduced, and the housing is closed in combination with an external exit lens to reduce the size of the light emitting device.

Benefits of technology

The vertical space and depth of the light emitting device is significantly reduced, allowing it to adapt to steeply sloping rear windows and small-sized rear windows while maintaining the high-level brake light function and the function of projecting a luminous pattern.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a lighting device (1) configured to perform a high-mount stop lamp function and comprising:-a housing (10) configured to receive an optical module (12, 13); -an optical module support (11) fixed to the housing (10); -a primary optical module (12) configured to perform a high-mount stop light function; an auxiliary optical module (13) configured to perform a function of projecting a light pattern onto the reflective surface (20); -an output lens (14) comprising a pattern (m0) and configured to enclose the housing (10), characterized in that:-the primary optical module (12) is a cylindrical light guide configured to cooperate with the primary light rays generated by the at least one primary light source, and-said auxiliary optical module (13) comprises a first electronic support (131) and at least one auxiliary light source (130) configured to generate an auxiliary light ray (r2).
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Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a lighting device for a vehicle, the device being configured to perform the function of a high mounted brake light. The invention is particularly, but not exclusively, applicable to motor vehicles.

[0002] In the field of motor vehicles, a lighting device for a vehicle (the device being configured to perform the function of a high mounted brake light and known to those skilled in the art) comprises:

[0003] - a housing configured to receive the optical module,

[0004] - an optical module support fastened to said housing,

[0005] - a main optical module, the main optical module being configured to perform a high mounted stop light function,

[0006] - a secondary optical module configured to perform the function of projecting a luminous pattern onto a reflective surface,

[0007] - an exit outer lens comprising a pattern.

[0008] The main optical module includes:

[0009] -Electronic support parts,

[0010] - a plurality of light sources (approximately eighteen) arranged on the electronic support and configured to emit light,

[0011] - a plurality of reflectors on which the light from the light source is reflected to form a main light beam directed towards the exterior of the motor vehicle.

[0012] The auxiliary optical module is configured to perform the function of projecting a luminous pattern onto the exit outer lens, and the luminous pattern is reflected on the reflective surface. The auxiliary optical module includes:

[0013] -Electronic support parts,

[0014] - a plurality of light sources (approximately fifty-four) arranged on the electronic support and configured to emit light to form auxiliary light beams that pass through an exit outer lens to form said luminous pattern reflected on a reflective surface.

[0015] One disadvantage of this prior art is that the assembly formed by the housing, the optical module support, the primary optical module and the auxiliary optical module takes up a large space in the vertical dimension and has an excessive depth.

[0016] In this context, the present invention aims to propose a lighting device for a vehicle, which is configured to perform the function of a high-mounted brake light that overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages.

[0017] To this end, the present invention proposes a lighting device for a vehicle, the device being configured to perform a high-mounted brake light function and comprising:

[0018] - a housing configured to receive the optical module,

[0019] - an optical module support fastened to said housing,

[0020] - a main optical module, the main optical module being configured to perform a high mounted stop light function,

[0021] - a secondary optical module configured to perform the function of projecting a luminous pattern onto a reflective surface,

[0022] - an exit outer lens comprising a pattern and configured to close the housing,

[0023] Features:

[0024] - the primary optical module is a cylindrical light guide configured to interact with primary light rays generated by at least one primary light source, and

[0025] - said auxiliary optical module comprises a first electronic support and at least one auxiliary light source configured to generate auxiliary light.

[0026] As will be seen in detail below, replacing the reflector with a cylindrical light guide therefore makes it possible to significantly reduce the vertical footprint of the lighting device. In addition, the reduction in the number of primary light sources and the surface area of ​​their electronic support also makes it possible to reduce the depth of the lighting device.

[0027] According to non-limiting embodiments, the lighting device may further include one or more of the following additional features, alone or in any technically possible combination.

[0028] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the reflective surface is a rear window of the vehicle.

[0029] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the optical module support is configured to receive the primary optical module.

[0030] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the auxiliary optical module is assembled directly on the housing.

[0031] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the optical module support is configured to receive the primary optical module and the secondary optical module.

[0032] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the at least one primary light source and the at least one auxiliary light source may be activated independently of each other.

[0033] According to one non-limiting embodiment, said at least one main light source is arranged on at least one second electronic support different from said first electronic support, or is arranged on said first electronic support.

[0034] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the exit outer lens includes a first portion incorporating the pattern and a second portion disposed on either side of the first portion, the second portion being configured to form a joint with the housing.

[0035] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the housing includes a cavity configured to receive a partitioning rib of the optical module support.

[0036] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the lighting device is a high mounted brake light.

[0037] According to a non-limiting embodiment, the lighting device comprises two primary light sources.

[0038] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the at least one primary light source and the at least one auxiliary light source are semiconductor light sources.

[0039] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the first central portion of the exit outer lens is transparent.

[0040] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the first central portion of the exit outer lens is translucent.

[0041] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the first central portion of the exit outer lens is diffuse.

[0042] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the second portion of the closed outer lens is opaque.

[0043] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the primary optical module comprises at least one end comprising a face opposite to which the primary light source is arranged.

[0044] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the primary optical module comprises bent end portions such that faces of the end portions are respectively positioned opposite to the primary light sources.

[0045] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the optical module support comprises a holder in which the primary optical module is housed and comprises partition ribs extending in said housing.

[0046] According to one non-limiting embodiment, the optical module support comprises: a holder in which the primary optical module is housed; a separation rib extending in said housing; and a flat portion configured to receive the first electronic support.

[0047] The present invention and its various applications will be better understood by reading the following description and studying the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0048] [ Figure 1 ] shows a diagram of a lighting device for a vehicle according to a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the device being configured to perform a high-mounted brake light function, the lighting device comprising a housing, an optical support module, a primary optical module being a cylindrical light guide, an auxiliary optical module comprising a first electronic support, and an exit outer lens,

[0049] [ Figure 2 ] shows a longitudinal schematic diagram of a rear spoiler of a vehicle according to a non-limiting embodiment, the rear spoiler comprising [ Figure 1 ] the light emitting device,

[0050] [ Figure 3 ] shows a first non-limiting embodiment of [ Figure 1 ] is a schematic cross-sectional view of a light emitting device in FIG.

[0051] [ Figure 4 ] shows a second non-limiting embodiment of [ Figure 1 ] is a schematic cross-sectional view of a light emitting device in FIG.

[0052] [ Figure 5 ] shows a non-limiting embodiment of [ Figure 1 ] is a top view of a housing of a light emitting device having said cylindrical light guide and an associated primary light source, and said auxiliary optical module comprising an auxiliary light source,

[0053] [ Figure 6 ] shows a [ according to one non-limiting embodiment having a main light source arrangement according to a first non-limiting embodiment Figure 1 ] in the main optical module, and [ Figure 1 ] is a schematic diagram of a first electronic support of an auxiliary optical module,

[0054] [ Figure 7 ] shows a [ according to one non-limiting embodiment with a main light source arrangement according to a second non-limiting embodiment Figure 1 ] in the main optical module, and [ Figure 1 ] Schematic diagram of the first electronic support component of the auxiliary optical module.

[0055] Unless otherwise stated, elements that are identical in structure or function and appear in different figures are denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0056] refer to Figures 1 to 7 A lighting device 1 for a vehicle according to the invention is described. In one non-limiting embodiment, the vehicle 2 is a motor vehicle. The term "motor vehicle" is understood to mean any type of motorized vehicle. In the remainder of the description, this embodiment is given as a non-limiting example. In the remainder of the description, the vehicle 2 is therefore also referred to as a motor vehicle 2. [ Figure 1 ] The vehicle axis Ox is shown in FIG.

[0057] The lighting device 1 is configured to perform:

[0058] - High mounted stop light function f1 (called centre high mounted spotlight (CHMSL)), also known as third stop light, and

[0059] - Set the luminous pattern m1 (in [ Figure 2 ]) projected onto the reflective surface 20 of the motor vehicle 2 (in Figures 2 to 4 In one non-limiting embodiment, the reflective surface 20 is the rear window of the motor vehicle 2 and is therefore referred to as the rear window 20 in the remainder of the description.

[0060] Therefore, the lighting device 1 is a high mounted brake light combined with an additional function (function f2).

[0061] In a non-limiting embodiment, the lighting device 1 is arranged on a rear spoiler 21 (also referred to as spoiler 21, in Figure 1 and Figure 2 ), the spoiler is mounted on the rear window 20 of the motor vehicle 2. The spoiler 21 extends substantially perpendicularly to the vehicle axis Ox in the direction Oy. In the remainder of the description, this non-limiting embodiment is given as a non-limiting example.

[0062] like[ Figure 1 ] As shown in FIG. 1 , the light emitting device 1 comprises:

[0063] - housing 10,

[0064] - Optical module support 11,

[0065] a main optical module 12 configured to perform the high mounted stop light function f1,

[0066] a secondary optical module 13 configured to perform a function f2 of projecting the luminous pattern m1 onto the reflective surface 20,

[0067] - Exit outer lens 14.

[0068] The light emitting device 1 further comprises:

[0069] - at least one main light source 120, also called light source 120,

[0070] At least one auxiliary light source 130 , also called light source 130 .

[0071] exist Figures 5 to 7 In a non-limiting embodiment shown, the lighting device 1 includes two main light sources 120. In the rest of the description, this non-limiting embodiment is given as a non-limiting example. In addition, in [ Figure 1 ] In a non-limiting embodiment shown, the lighting device 1 includes more than two auxiliary light sources 130. In a non-limiting variant embodiment, the lighting device includes between 20 and 60 auxiliary light sources 130. In a non-limiting example, the lighting device includes 54 auxiliary light sources 130.

[0072] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the housing 10 is configured to receive a primary optical module 12 , a secondary optical module 13 , an optical module support 11 , a primary light source 120 , and a secondary light source 130 .

[0073] like[ Figure 5 ] As shown in FIG. 1 , the housing 10 includes a cavity 100 configured to receive a partition rib 111 (described below) of an optical module support 11.

[0074] The optical module support 11 (also referred to as the support 11) is fastened to the housing 10. In certain non-limiting embodiments, the optical module support is fastened to the housing 10 by threaded coupling or snap-fitting.

[0075] exist[ Figure 3 In a first non-limiting embodiment shown in FIG. 1 , the support 11 is configured to receive only the primary optical module 12. Figure 3], the support 11 includes a holder 110, in which the main optical module 12 is accommodated. The support 11 further includes a partition rib 111 for separating the two functions f1 and f2, which continues from the holder 110, extends substantially along an axis Oz perpendicular to the vehicle axis Ox, and is configured to be inserted into the cavity 100 of the housing 10. This makes it possible to retain the support 11 in the housing 10. In certain non-limiting embodiments, the main optical module 12 is fastened to the support 11 by snap-fit, threaded connection or rivet head connection. When the light-emitting device 1 is installed in the spoiler 21, the holder 110 and the partition rib 111 further extend substantially longitudinally along the axis Oy. In the case of this first non-limiting embodiment, the second auxiliary module 13 is directly assembled on the housing 10, in particular on the first electronic support 131 of the auxiliary optical module 13. In certain non-limiting examples, the assembly is performed by threaded connection, bonding, stapling, snap-fitting, etc.

[0076] exist[ Figure 4 In a second non-limiting embodiment shown in FIG. 1 , the support 11 is configured to receive a primary optical module 12 and a secondary optical module 13. Figure 4 ], the support 11 includes the same holder 110 as in the first non-limiting embodiment, in which the main optical module 12 is accommodated, and the support also includes a partition rib 111. The support 11 further includes a flat portion 112, which extends along the holder 110 and is longitudinally adjacent to the holder 110 on one side. The partition rib 111 is further located between the holder 110 and the flat portion 112. The flat portion 112 is configured to receive the auxiliary optical module 13, in particular the first electronic support 131 of the auxiliary optical module 13. The first electronic support 131 of the auxiliary optical module 13 is in plane-to-plane contact with the flat portion 1 and assembled on the flat portion 112. In certain non-limiting examples, the assembly is performed by threaded connection, bonding, stapling, snap fit, etc. When the light emitting device 1 is installed in the spoiler 21, the holder 110, the partition rib 111 and the flat portion 112 extend substantially longitudinally along the axis Oy.

[0077] The main optical module 12 is a cylindrical light guide, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 , which show a cross section of a cylindrical light guide 12. The primary optical module 12 is also referred to as the primary cylindrical light guide 12. The cylindrical cross section allows a satisfactory distribution of the light rays r1 from the associated primary light source 120. When the lighting device 1 is installed in the spoiler 21, the primary optical module 12 extends longitudinally in the housing 10 along the spoiler 21 of the motor vehicle 2 substantially along the axis Oy. The primary optical module 12 interacts with the primary light source 120. As shown in FIG. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the main optical module 12 together with the main light source 120 is configured to generate a main light beam fx1 towards the outside of the motor vehicle 1 in a substantially horizontal first direction d1 (ie substantially parallel to the vehicle axis Ox) in order to perform a high mounted stop lamp function f1. Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the housing 10 includes a window 101 made of a transparent material, and the window is configured to allow the main light beam fx1 to pass through. Figure 1 ] As shown in FIG. 1 , the primary optical module 12 includes at least one end 12.1, and the at least one end includes a surface 12.10, and the primary light source 120 is arranged opposite to the surface. Figures 5 to 7 In one non-limiting embodiment shown, the primary optical module comprises two ends 12 . 1 having faces 12 . 10 opposite which respective primary light sources 120 are arranged.

[0078] The auxiliary optical module 13 comprises a first electronic support 131, also called a PCBA (printed circuit board assembly). When the lighting device 1 is mounted in said spoiler 21, the auxiliary optical module 13 extends longitudinally in the housing 10 along the spoiler 21 of the motor vehicle 2 substantially along the axis Oy. The auxiliary optical module 13 comprises an auxiliary light source 130. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the auxiliary optical module 13 is configured to generate an auxiliary light beam fx2 downward in a substantially vertical second direction d2 along the axis Oz (i.e. substantially perpendicular to the vehicle axis Ox) so as to perform the function f2 of projecting the luminous pattern m1. The auxiliary light beam f2 passes through the pattern m0 (in Figure 3 and Figure 4 ) to produce a light pattern m1 reflected on the rear window 20 of the motor vehicle 2 (in [ Figure 2 ]). The reflective surface 20 (here the rear window) makes it possible to produce a holographic projection that is visible from the outside of the motor vehicle 2 but not from the inside of the motor vehicle 2. Therefore, the holographic projection on the rear window 20 does not cause any inconvenience to the driver. Figure 3 and Figure 4 Only one auxiliary light source 130 is shown.

[0079] In a non-limiting embodiment, light sources 120 and 130 are semiconductor light sources. In a non-limiting embodiment, the semiconductor light sources form part of a light emitting diode or a laser diode. The term light emitting diode refers to any type of light emitting diode, which by way of non-limiting example is an LED (light emitting diode), an OLED (organic LED), an AMOLED (active matrix organic LED) or a FOLED (flexible OLED).

[0080] In a first non-limiting embodiment, the at least one main light source 120 is arranged on at least one second electronic support 121 different from the first electronic support 131. Figure 6 ], if there are two main light sources 120 associated with the main light guide 12, the two main light sources 120 are respectively arranged on two second electronic supports 121 different from the first electronic support 131. Each second electronic support 121 is arranged to be opposite to each face 12.10 of each end 12.1 of the cylindrical light guide 12. Therefore, the two main light sources 120 are distributed on either side of the cylindrical light guide 12. This first embodiment is easy to implement.

[0081] In a second non-limiting embodiment, the at least one primary light source 120 is arranged on the first electronic support 131. Therefore, the second electronic support 121 is removed. Figure 7 ], if there are two main light sources 120 associated with the main light guide 12, the two main light sources 120 are arranged on a first electronic support 131 on which the auxiliary light source 130 is arranged. In this case, the main optical module 120 includes curved ends 12.1, so that the faces 12.10 of these ends 12.1 are positioned opposite to the main light sources 120, respectively.

[0082] In one non-limiting embodiment, the main light source 120 and the auxiliary light source 130 can be activated independently of each other. This makes it possible to control the high-mounted brake light function f1 and the function f2 of projecting the light pattern m1 independently of each other.

[0083] In a non-limiting embodiment, the main light source 120 has a power greater than or equal to 30 lumens. In a non-limiting embodiment, the auxiliary light source 130 has a power substantially equal to 9 lumens. It should be noted that the distribution of the auxiliary light sources 130 on the first electronic support 131 and their low power allow a satisfactory thermal behavior to be achieved. The heat emitted by the auxiliary light sources 130 is easily dissipated.

[0084] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the main light source 120 emits a main light ray r1 (at [ Figure 1 ]and[ Figure 5 ]), also referred to as light r1, the main light passes through the main light guide 12 to generate a main light beam fx1 (in Figures 1 to 4 (shown in the).

[0085] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the auxiliary light source 130 emits an auxiliary light r2 (also referred to as light r2), and forms an auxiliary light beam fx2 (at Figures 1 to 4 (shown in the).

[0086] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the exit outer lens 14 is configured to close the housing 10. The exit outer lens includes:

[0087] a first central portion 140 , also called window 140 , incorporating said pattern m0 ,

[0088] - Second parts 141 , which are arranged on either side of the central part 140 and serve as shielding parts.

[0089] The first central portion 140 of the exit outer lens 14 is transparent, that is, it allows light to pass through or diffuse (so that the light ray r2 can be diffused). Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the auxiliary beam fx2 passes through the central portion 140 to produce [ Figure 2 ] is a luminous pattern m1 shown in the figure. The luminous pattern m1 thus passes through the central portion 140 and is also visible due to its reflection downwards along the axis Oz on the reflecting surface 20, here the rear window 20 of the motor vehicle. Therefore, there is a superposition effect of the luminous patterns m1. A so-called holographic luminous logo m1 is thereby obtained. In a non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is a manufacturer's logo. It should be noted that in order to have a positive luminous logo m1 on the rear window 20, the outline of the logo m0 is inverted on the central portion 140 of the exit outer lens 14. [ Figure 2 ] shows the mark m0([ Figure 2 ], and a forward luminous sign m1 is formed due to the reflection of the luminous sign m1 on the rear window 20. Therefore, the auxiliary light source 130 illuminates the inverted sign m0. The second portion 141 of the exit outer lens 14 is configured to form a connection portion (also referred to as a joint portion) between the exit outer lens 14 and the housing 10.

[0090] In one non-limiting embodiment, the second portion 141 of the exit outer lens 14 is made of polycarbonate (PC). PC provides a strong outer surface that will not break like polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). In another non-limiting embodiment, the second portion 141 of the exit outer lens 14 is made of PMMA. In some non-limiting embodiments, the first portion 140 is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), vinyl, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), PMMA or PC.

[0091] The pattern m0 of the exit outer lens 14 is produced according to a number of different non-limiting embodiments set forth below.

[0092] In a first non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is formed by double injection molding. Therefore, the exit outer lens 14 is double injection molded. This makes it possible to form a central portion 140 having the pattern m0 and a second portion 141.

[0093] In a second non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is formed by means of screen printing or a printed film. The exit outer lens 14 includes a window on which the screen printing or printed film is assembled (i.e., placed and combined). In certain non-limiting embodiments, the film is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), vinyl, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), PMMA or PC. In a first non-limiting variant embodiment, the exit outer lens 14 is completely transparent. In a second non-limiting variant embodiment, the exit outer lens 14 is a bi-material having a first transparent portion 140 and a second opaque portion 141. This makes it possible to manage light leakage at the junction with the housing 10, and the junction between the exit outer lens 14 and the housing 10 is formed by the opaque portion 141.

[0094] In a third non-limiting embodiment, pattern m0 is formed by a film overmolded in the exit outer lens 14. No assembly is required. In a first non-limiting variant embodiment, the exit outer lens 14 is completely transparent. In a second non-limiting variant embodiment, the exit outer lens 14 is bi-material, having a first transparent portion 140 and a second opaque portion 141. In certain non-limiting embodiments, the film is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), vinyl, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), PMMA or PC.

[0095] In a first non-limiting variant embodiment, the film is overmolded by means of an IML (In-Mold Labeling) process. It should be remembered that the IML process comprises the following steps: forming and cutting the screen-printed film and placing it in a mold injected with resin. Since the IML process is known to those skilled in the art, it will not be described here in detail.

[0096] In a second non-limiting variant embodiment, the film is overmolded by means of an IMD (In-Mold Decoration) process. It should be remembered that the IMD process comprises the following steps: laying and forming the screen-printed film in a mold, and injecting the resin into the mold. Since the IMD process is known to those skilled in the art, it will not be described here in detail.

[0097] In a fourth non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is formed by a laser screen printing process. In a first non-limiting variant embodiment, the screen printing process is laser ablation. An opaque coating is applied to the exit outer lens 14, and then the pattern m0 is ablated using a laser. In a non-limiting variant embodiment, the exit outer lens 14 is transparent. In a second non-limiting variant embodiment, the screen printing process is laser etching. An opaque coating is applied to a transparent or translucent film. The film is applied to the exit outer lens 14. The pattern m0 is then etched onto the film using a laser.

[0098] In a fifth non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is formed by a hot embossing process. The template is mounted on the exit outer lens 14 and heated. A plastic film having a hot melt layer and an opaque ink is inserted between the template and the exit outer lens 14, and the template applies pressure to the film. When the template is heated, the opaque ink is transferred to the protrusions of the exit outer lens 14, which forms the convex pattern m0.

[0099] In a sixth non-limiting embodiment, the pattern m0 is formed by a pad printing process. A pad including the pattern m0 in relief is dipped in ink and applied to the exit outer lens 14 , thereby applying pressure thereto. The pattern m0 is thus transferred to the exit outer lens 14 .

[0100] Of course, the description of the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiments and fields. In another non-limiting embodiment, a single primary light source 120 thus interacts with the primary optical module 12. In another non-limiting embodiment, the first central portion 140 of the exit outer lens 14 is thus translucent.

[0101] The invention thus described has in particular the following advantages:

[0102] - makes it possible to combine the high mounted stop light function f1 and the projection function f2 into a single lighting device 1 while reducing the vertical footprint of the lighting device 1 by removing the reflectors of the prior art and replacing them with cylindrical light guides,

[0103] - makes it possible to comply with the heights defined for rear high mounted stop lights of any type of vehicle 2,

[0104] - thus making it possible to adapt to steeply inclined rear windows and rear windows of smaller dimensions than in conventional vehicles (such as in the case of a two-door motor vehicle); the lighting device 1 is therefore easy to incorporate into rear windows of this type,

[0105] - It is possible to significantly reduce the number of primary light sources 120. Therefore, the surface area of ​​the at least one second electronic support 121 (when the second electronic support is different from the first electronic support 131) on which the primary light source 120 is placed is reduced, and the depth of the lighting device 1 can also be reduced.

Claims

1. A lighting device (1), the lighting device being configured to perform a high-mounted brake light function (f1) and comprising: - a housing (10) configured to receive an optical module (12, 13), - an optical module support (11) fastened to the housing (10), - a main optical module (12) configured to perform the high mounted stop light function (f1), - an auxiliary optical module (13) configured to perform the function (f2) of projecting the luminous pattern (m1) onto the reflective surface (20), - an exit outer lens (14) comprising a pattern (m0) and configured to close the housing (10), Features: - the primary optical module (12) is a cylindrical light guide configured to interact with primary light rays (r1) generated by at least one primary light source (12), and The auxiliary optical module (13) comprises a first electronic support (131) and at least one auxiliary light source (130) configured to generate auxiliary light (r2).

2. The light emitting device (1) according to claim 1, wherein: The reflective surface (20) is a rear window of the vehicle (2).

3. The lighting device (1) according to any one of claims 1 and 2, wherein: The optical module support (11) is configured to receive the primary optical module (12).

4. A lighting device (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein: The auxiliary optical module (13) is directly assembled on the housing (10).

5. The lighting device (1) according to any one of claims 1 and 2, wherein: The optical module support (11) is configured to receive the primary optical module (12) and the secondary optical module (13).

6. A lighting device (1) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The at least one main light source (120) and the at least one auxiliary light source (130) can be activated independently of each other.

7. A lighting device (1) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The at least one main light source (120) is arranged on at least one second electronic support (121) different from the first electronic support (131), or is arranged on the first electronic support (131).

8. A lighting device (1) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The exit outer lens (14) comprises a first portion (140) combined with the pattern (m0) and a second portion (141) arranged on either side of the first portion (140), wherein the second portion is configured to form a joint with the housing (10).

9. The lighting device (1) as claimed in the preceding claim, wherein: The housing (10) includes a cavity (100) configured to receive a partition rib (111) of the optical module support (11).

10. The lighting device (1) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The light emitting device (1) is a high-mounted brake light.

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