INDICATORS AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS FOR THE FRONT AND REAR OF A VEHICLE
Integrating turn signal and side marker lights into a single assembly addresses the space and cost inefficiencies of separate housings by reducing the number of components, thereby optimizing vehicle lighting systems.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE102025104433
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-12-23
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-06
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-14
AI Technical Summary
Existing vehicle lighting systems require separate housings and components for turn signals and side markers, increasing space and mass requirements, as well as overall cost.
Integration of turn signal and side marker lights into a single assembly, reducing the number of housings and components by using a single housing with multiple light sources that perform different functions.
Reduces space and mass requirements while lowering the overall cost of vehicle lighting systems by integrating turn signal and side marker functions into a single assembly.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S)
[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 553,599, filed February 14, 2024, entitled "TURN LAMPS AND SIDE MARKER LAMPS FOR FRONT AND REAR OF A VEHICLE," the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. INTRODUCTION
[0002] The present disclosure relates to lights for vehicles and, more particularly, to turn signals and side marker lights integrated together at multiple locations on a vehicle. SUMMARY
[0003] Vehicles may include turn signals that, when illuminated (e.g., flashing), indicate to drivers and passengers of other vehicles, as well as pedestrians, that the vehicle may be turning in a particular direction. In addition, vehicles may include side marker lamps that, when illuminated, enhance the vehicle's visibility, such as at night or during other low-visibility conditions. Each turn signal and side marker lamp may be located at the front and rear of the vehicle. In one or more implementations, both the turn signal and the side marker lamp are integrated into a single assembly.
[0004] In one or more aspects of the present disclosure, a device is described. The device may include a housing defining an interior volume. The device may further include a first light source disposed within the interior volume. The first light source may be configured to provide a turn signal for a vehicle. The device may further include a second light source disposed within the interior volume. The second light source may be configured to provide a side marker for the vehicle.
[0005] The housing may be located at a front corner of the vehicle. The housing may be supported in a front bumper of the vehicle. The device may further include a lens covering the first light source and the second light source. The front bumper may include a first curvature, and the lens may include a second curvature that may correspond to the first curvature.
[0006] The housing may be located at a rear corner of the vehicle. The housing may be supported in a rear bumper of the vehicle. The device may further include a lamp lens covering the first light source and the second light source. The rear bumper may include a first curvature, and the lamp lens may include a second curvature that may correspond to the first curvature.
[0007] In one or more aspects of the present disclosure, a lamp assembly is described. The lamp assembly may include a first light source configured to provide a first indicator for a vehicle. The lamp assembly may further include a second light source configured to provide a second indicator for the vehicle. The first light source may be stacked over the second light source.
[0008] The first light source may include a turn signal for the vehicle. The second light source may include a side marker for the vehicle. The first light source and the second light source may be configured to be disposed in a housing disposed in a front bumper of the vehicle. Alternatively, or in combination, the first light source and the second light source may be configured to be disposed in a housing disposed in a rear bumper of the vehicle.
[0009] The device may further include a lens covering the first light source and the second light source. The lens may conform to the curvature of a front or rear bumper. The device may further include a housing. The first light source and the second light source may be supported by the housing.
[0010] In one or more aspects of the present disclosure, a vehicle is described. The vehicle may include a bumper. The vehicle may further include a lamp assembly supported by the bumper. The lamp assembly may include a housing defining an interior volume. The lamp assembly may further include a first light source disposed within the interior volume. The first light source may be configured to provide a turn signal for the vehicle. The lamp assembly may further include a second light source disposed within the interior volume. The second light source may be configured to provide a side marker for the vehicle.
[0011] The first light source may be stacked over the second light source. Alternatively, the second light source may be stacked over the first light source. The vehicle may further include a lamp lens covering the first light source and the second light source. The bumper may include a front bumper that may include a first curvature, and the lamp lens may include a second curvature that may correspond to the first curvature.
[0012] The vehicle may further include a lamp lens covering the first light source and the second light source. The bumper may include a rear bumper that may include a first curvature, and the lamp lens may include a second curvature that may correspond to the first curvature. In this regard, the housing may be located at a front corner of the vehicle or at a rear corner of the vehicle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] Certain features of the subject technology are set forth in the appended claims. However, for illustrative purposes, several embodiments of the subject technology are set forth in the following figures. Fig. 1 illustrates a side view of an example of a vehicle according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 2 illustrates a side view of an alternative example of a vehicle according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 3 illustrates a perspective front view of a vehicle showing an example of a multiple light source device according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 4A and Fig. 4B illustrate front views of the vehicle's interior showing various illuminated light sources at the front of the vehicle in accordance with one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 5 illustrates an enlarged view showing a bumper of a vehicle showing a light integrated into the bumper according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 6 illustrates a rear perspective view of a vehicle showing an example of a multiple light source device according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 7A and Fig. 7B illustrate rear views of the vehicle's interior showing various illuminated light sources at the rear of the vehicle in accordance with one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 8 illustrates a rear view of a vehicle according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 9 illustrates a rear view of a vehicle showing an alternative embodiment of a multiple tail lamp assembly according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 10 illustrates an enlarged perspective rear view of a vehicle showing an alternative embodiment of a multiple tail lamp assembly according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 11 illustrates a flowchart showing an example of a process that may be performed to assemble a light fixture, according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0014] The following detailed description is intended as a description of various configurations of the present technology and is not intended to represent the only configurations in which the present technology may be practiced. The accompanying drawings are incorporated herein and form a part of the detailed description. The detailed description includes specific details for the purpose of providing a thorough understanding of the subject technology. However, the present technology is not limited to the specific details set forth herein and may be practiced using one or more other implementations. In one or more implementations, structures and components are shown in block diagram form to avoid obscuring the concepts of the present technology.
[0015] The present disclosure relates to lights, including light assemblies, for vehicles, including turn signals and side marker lights. As shown and / or described herein, lights for vehicles may include multiple light sources integrated with each other, where each light source performs a different function. For example, one light source may illuminate according to a frequency to provide a turn signal (e.g., left turn signal, right turn signal) for the vehicle. Another light source may illuminate to provide a side marker for increased vehicle visibility. By integrating two light sources together that perform different functions, the space required by the lights on the vehicle may be reduced. Furthermore, the lights may reduce the overall mass of the vehicle (e.g.,by reducing the number of housings and other associated components for two separate lights performing two different functions) as well as reducing the overall cost of the vehicle.
[0016] Fig. 1 illustrates an example of a vehicle 100 according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. In the Fig. In the example shown in Figure 1, vehicle 100 takes the form of a pickup truck. In general, vehicle 100 may take the form of any motorized vehicle, including motorized vehicles with an internal combustion engine and / or one or more electric motors. Accordingly, other implementations of vehicle 100 may include land vehicles, such as a motor vehicle (e.g., sedan, station wagon), a pickup truck, or a commercial truck, as non-limiting examples.
[0017] The vehicle 100 may include a battery pack 102. The battery pack 102 may be coupled (e.g., electrically coupled) to one or more electrical systems of the vehicle 100 to provide power to the one or more electrical systems. The vehicle 100 may further include a port 104 (e.g., charging port) configured to receive a cable connector (in Fig. 1 not shown) that is used to transmit power (e.g., alternating current (AC)) that is converted to direct current (DC) to charge the battery pack 102. The battery pack 102 may be coupled to a drive unit 110, which represents one or more drive units of the vehicle 100. While the drive unit 110 is generally shown as being located in the front of the vehicle 100, the drive unit 110 may be located in the rear of the vehicle 100. Further, if multiple drive units are used, at least one drive unit may be located at the front of the vehicle 100 to drive the front wheels (e.g., wheel 112a) and at least one drive unit may be located at the rear of the vehicle 100 to drive the rear wheels (e.g., wheel 112b). The drive unit 110 may include, for example, a motor, an inverter, a transmission, and a differential. In the Fig. 1, the drive unit 110 takes the form of an electric motor. In this regard, the drive unit 110 may use energy stored in the battery pack 102 (e.g., electrical energy) for propulsion to drive (e.g., spin) the wheels of the vehicle 100. The vehicle 100 may further include a bed 114 that may be used as a storage area for the vehicle 100. Additionally, the vehicle 100 may include a bumper 116 (e.g., front bumper) and a bumper 118 (e.g., rear bumper).
[0018] Fig. Figure 2 illustrates a side view of an alternative example of a vehicle 200 according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the vehicle 200 takes the form of a sport utility vehicle (SUV). The vehicle 200 may include several features similar in design and function to those of the vehicle 100 (in Fig. 1) shown and / or described. For example, the vehicle 200 may include a battery pack 202, a connector 204 (e.g., charging connector), a drive unit 210 (representative of one or more additional drive units), a wheel 212a (representative of an additional front wheel), a wheel 212b (representative of an additional rear wheel), a bumper 216, and a bumper 218.
[0019] Fig. Figures 3 to 10 show various examples of vehicles with lamps that may be integrated into a housing or enclosure. Furthermore, each lamp may incorporate two or more light sources. Fig. The vehicles shown in Figures 3 to 8 may have the shape of a pick-up (e.g. vehicle 100 shown in Fig. 1) or an SUV (e.g. vehicle 200, shown in Fig. 2) accept.
[0020] Fig. 3 illustrates a perspective front view of a vehicle 300 showing an example of a device 320 having multiple light sources according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the device 320 (e.g., the lamp assembly) is disposed within and supported by a bumper 316 (e.g., front bumper) of the vehicle 300. The device 320 may be configured for additional device (in Fig. 3) disposed within and supported by the bumper 316. In this regard, the device 320 is shown in a driver's front corner of the bumper 316 of the vehicle 300, and the additional device may be located in a passenger's front corner of the bumper 316 of the vehicle 300.
[0021] As shown in the enlarged view, device 320 includes a light source 322a and a light source 322b. Each of light sources 322a and 322b may take the form of a light-emitting diode (LED) or a light bulb, as non-limiting examples. Each of light sources 322a and 322b may perform different functions for vehicle 300. For example, light source 322a may function as a turn signal (e.g., left turn signal). In this regard, light source 322a, when in operation, may illuminate by blinking (e.g., flashing on and off) to indicate that vehicle 300 is turning in the direction of light source 322a. Light source 322b may function as a side marker for vehicle 300. In this regard, light source 322b may illuminate to provide enhanced visibility for vehicle 300. Accordingly, each of the light sources 322a and 322b may provide a different type of indication.As shown, light source 322a is centered relative to light source 322b, and thus the turn signal is centered relative to the side marker. However, in other implementations, the functionality is reversed.
[0022] Furthermore, the device 320 may include a housing 324 that provides an internal volume such that the housing 324 can support both light sources 322a and 322b. In other words, the light sources 322a and 322b may be disposed within the housing 324. In this regard, the light sources 322a and 322b are generally located at the same location in the bumper 316 of the vehicle 300. The device 320 may further include a lens 326 coupled to the housing 324 and covering the light sources 322a and 322b. The lens 326 may include a curved surface that conforms to the curvature of the bumper 316. For example, the bumper 316 may include a curvature (e.g., a curved surface) and the lamp lens 326 may include a curvature that corresponds to the curvature of the bumper 316.
[0023] Fig. 4A and Fig. 4B illustrate front views of the device 320 of the vehicle 300 and show various illuminated light sources according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. With reference to Fig. 4A, the light source 322a is illuminated. On the other hand, with reference to Fig. 4B, the light source 322b is illuminated. Fig. 4A and Fig. 4B show the light sources 322a and 322b, which, when implemented as turn signals and side markers, respectively, can be arranged next to each other and laterally to each other.
[0024] Fig. 5 illustrates an enlarged view showing the bumper 316 of the vehicle 300, showing a lamp integrated into the bumper according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the bumper 316 may include a surface 327 that is planar (e.g., vertical) or substantially planar. The fixture 320 may include an interior fixture. In this regard, the lamp lens 326 of the fixture 320 may be an interior lamp lens. For example, the lamp lens 326 may be disposed at an angle of approximately 30 to 50 degrees relative to the surface 327. In one or more implementations, the angle is 45 degrees relative to the surface. Based on the interior design, the fixture 320 may be disposed inwardly with respect to the surface 327. In other words, the surface 327 may extend beyond the fixture 320 (e.g., in the Y direction of the Cartesian coordinates).In this regard, the device 320 may be concealed by the bumper 316, or at least partially concealed or relatively less visible until at least one of the light sources 322a and 322b is illuminated. Although not shown, the device 320 may alternatively include an exterior device, and the lamp lens 326 may extend laterally beyond the surface 327.
[0025] Fig. 6 illustrates a perspective rear view of the vehicle 300 showing an example of a device 330 having multiple light sources according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the device 330 (e.g., the lamp assembly) is disposed within and supported by a bumper 318 (e.g., rear bumper) of the vehicle 300. The device 330 may be configured for additional device (in Fig. 3 not shown) disposed within and supported by the bumper 318. In this regard, the device 330 is shown in a rear driver corner of the bumper 318 of the vehicle 300, and the additional device may be located in a rear passenger corner of the bumper 318 of the vehicle 300.
[0026] As shown in the enlarged view, device 330 includes a light source 332a and a light source 332b. Each of light sources 332a and 332b may, as non-limiting examples, take the form of a light-emitting diode (LED) or a light bulb. Each of light sources 332a and 332b may perform different functions for vehicle 300. For example, light source 332a may function as a turn signal (e.g., left turn signal). In this regard, light source 332a, when in operation, may illuminate by blinking (e.g., flashing on and off) to indicate that vehicle 300 is turning in the direction of light source 332a. Light source 332b may function as a side marker for vehicle 300. In this regard, light source 332b may illuminate to provide enhanced visibility for vehicle 300. Accordingly, each of the light sources 332a and 332b may provide a different type of indication.As shown, light source 332a is centered relative to light source 332b, and thus the turn signal is centered relative to the side marker. However, in other implementations, the functionality is reversed.
[0027] Furthermore, the device 330 may include a housing 334 that provides an internal volume such that the housing 334 can support both light sources 332a and 332b. In other words, the light sources 332a and 332b may be disposed within the housing 334. In this regard, the light sources 332a and 332b are generally located at the same location on the vehicle 300. The device 330 may further include a lens 336 coupled to the housing 334 and covering the light sources 332a and 332b. The lens 336 may include a curved surface that conforms to the curvature of the bumper 318. For example, the bumper 318 may include a curvature (e.g., a curved surface) and the lamp lens 336 may include a curvature that corresponds to the curvature of the bumper 318.
[0028] Additionally, the vehicle 300 may include a body 301 (e.g., vehicle body) and a closure 338 that is rotationally coupled to the body 301. In one or more implementations, the closure 338 takes the form of a tailgate that rotates and moves generally in the Z-direction when opened. The device 330 further includes a device 331 that includes a light source 333 that functions as a brake light that illuminates when a brake pedal (in Fig. 6 not shown) of the vehicle 300 is pressed. In one or more implementations, the device 331 includes at least two additional light sources, with one light source functioning as a left turn signal and another light source functioning as a right turn signal. As shown, the device 331 is located on the shutter 338. Accordingly, moving the shutter 338 also results in moving the device 331.
[0029] Fig. 7A and Fig. 7B illustrate device 330 and show various illuminated light sources according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. With reference to Fig. 7A, the light source 332a is illuminated. On the other hand, with reference to Fig. 7B, the light source 332b illuminates. Fig. 7A and Fig. 7B (?) show the light sources 332a and 332b, which, when implemented as indicators and side markers, respectively, can be arranged side by side and laterally to each other. Furthermore, the device 330 can take the form of an interior device, and consequently, the lamp glass 336 (in Fig. 6) of the device 330 may take the form of an interior light lens. In this regard, the device 330 may be concealed by the bumper 318, or at least partially concealed, or relatively less visible until at least one of the light sources 332a and 332b is illuminated.
[0030] Fig. Figure 8 illustrates a rear view of an alternative embodiment of a vehicle 400 according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. Although not shown, the vehicle 400 may include a front bumper similar to the bumper 316 (in Fig. 3). Accordingly, the vehicle 400 may include a plurality of devices similar to the device 320 (shown in Fig. 3). However, the vehicle 400 may include several light sources at various positions in the rear portion. For example, the vehicle 400 may include a body 401 (e.g., vehicle body) and a closure 438 rotationally coupled to the body 401. In one or more implementations, the closure 438 takes the form of a tailgate that rotates and moves generally in the Z direction when opened.
[0031] The vehicle 400 may include a device 430a, a device 430b, and a device 430c. The device 430a may include a light source 432a and a light source 432b. The light source 432a may function as a turn signal (e.g., left turn signal). In this regard, the light source 432a, when operative, may illuminate by blinking (e.g., flashing on and off) to indicate that the vehicle 300 is turning in the direction of the light source 432a. The light source 432b may function as a side marker for the vehicle 400. Likewise, the device 430b may include a light source 432c and a light source 432d that function as a turn signal (e.g., right turn signal) and a side marker, respectively. Unlike previous embodiments in which a device is integrated into a bumper (e.g., bumper 418) of a vehicle, the device 430a and the device 430b are arranged on the body 401.The device 430c may include a light source 433 that functions as a brake light that illuminates when a brake pedal (in . Fig. 8 not shown) of the vehicle 400 is pressed. As shown, the device 430c is located on the shutter 438. Accordingly, moving the shutter 438 also causes the device 430c to move.
[0032] Fig. 9 illustrates a rear view of a vehicle 500 showing an alternative embodiment of a device 530 having multiple tail lamps according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the device 530 includes a light source 532a, a light source 532b, and a light source 532c. The device 530 is disposed in and supported by a bumper 518 (e.g., rear bumper) of the vehicle 500 and is representative of an additional device (in Fig. 9 not shown) of vehicle 500. As non-limiting examples, light source 532a may take the form of a turn signal, light source 532b may take the form of a side marker, and light source 532c may take the form of a reflective light source. As shown, light sources 532a, 532b, and 532c are arranged in a stacked manner, with light source 532c stacked above light source 532a and light source 532b stacked above light sources 532a and 532c.
[0033] Fig. 10 illustrates a rear view of a vehicle 600 showing an alternative embodiment of a device 630 having multiple tail lamps according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. As shown, the device 630 includes a light source 632a and a light source 632b. The device 630 is disposed in and supported by a tailgate 640 of the vehicle 600 and is representative of an additional device (in Fig. 19 not shown) of the vehicle 600. As non-limiting examples, the light source 632a may take the form of a turn signal, and the light source 632b may take the form of a side marker. As shown, the light sources 632a and 632b are arranged in a stacked manner, with the light source 632a stacked above the light source 632b.
[0034] Fig. Figure 11 illustrates a flowchart showing an example of a process 700 that may be performed to assemble a lamp head, according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure. For purposes of explanation, the process 700 is described herein primarily with reference to the Fig. 3 to 10 and the accompanying sections of this detailed description. However, the process 700 is not limited to the luminaires shown and / or described in Fig.3 through 10, and one or more blocks (or acts) of process 700 may be performed by one or more other components of other suitable movable devices, apparatus, or systems. Further, for purposes of illustration, some of the blocks of process 700 are described herein as occurring serially or linearly. However, multiple blocks of process 700 may occur in parallel. In addition, the blocks of process 700 need not be performed in the order shown, and / or one or more blocks of the process need not be performed and / or may be replaced with other acts.
[0035] In block 702, a housing is provided. The housing may be disposed in a bumper, such as a front bumper and / or a rear bumper of a vehicle.
[0036] In block 704, a first light source is provided in the housing. The first light source may take the form of a turn signal.
[0037] In block 706, a second light source is provided in the housing. The second light source may take the form of a side marker. The first light source and the second light source may be arranged side by side or on the other side in a stacked configuration.
[0038] As used herein, the term "at least one of" before a series of items with the phrase "and" or "or" to separate any of the items modifies the list as a whole, rather than each item of the list (i.e., each item). The term "at least one of" does not require selection of at least one of each recited item; rather, the term allows for a meaning that includes at least one of any of the items, and / or at least one of any combination of the items, and / or at least one of each of the items. For example, the terms "at least one of A, B, and C" or "at least one of A, B, or C" refer, respectively, to only A, only B, or only C; any combination of A, B, and C; and / or at least one each of A, B, and C.
[0039] When an element is referred to herein as being "connected" or "coupled" to another element, it is understood that the elements may be directly connected to the other element or may have intermediate elements present between the elements. Conversely, when an element is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled" to another element, it is understood that no intermediate elements are present in the "direct" connection between the elements. However, the existence of a direct connection does not preclude other connections in which intermediate elements may be present.
[0040] The predicate words "configured to," "operable for," and "programmed to" do not imply any particular tangible or intangible modification of an object, but are instead used interchangeably. In one or more implementations, a processor configured to monitor and control an operation or component may also mean that the processor is programmed to monitor and control the operation, or the processor is operable to monitor and control the operation. Likewise, a processor configured to execute code may be construed as a processor that is programmed to execute code or is operable to execute code.
[0041] Terms such as an aspect, the aspect, another aspect, some aspects, one or more aspects, an implementation, the implementation, another implementation, some implementations, one or more implementations, an embodiment, the embodiment, another embodiment, some embodiments, one or more embodiments, a configuration, the configuration, another configuration, some configurations, one or more configurations, the subject technology, the disclosure, the present disclosure, other variations thereof, and the like are for convenience and do not imply that a disclosure referring to such term(s) is essential to the subject technology or that such disclosure applies to all configurations of the subject technology.A disclosure referring to such a term(s) may apply to all configurations or to one or more configurations. A disclosure referring to such a term(s) may provide one or more examples. A term, such as one aspect or some aspects, may refer to one or more aspects, and vice versa, and this applies similarly to other above terms.
[0042] The word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment described herein as "exemplary" or as an "example" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. Moreover, to the extent the term "including," "comprising," or the like is used in the specification or claims, such term is intended to be included in a manner similar to the term "comprising," as "comprises" is interpreted when used as a transitional word in a claim.
[0043] All structural and functional equivalents to the elements of the various aspects described in this disclosure that are known or later become known to those of ordinary skill in the art are expressly incorporated herein by reference and are intended to be encompassed by the claims. Furthermore, nothing disclosed herein is intended to be made available to the public, regardless of whether such disclosure is expressly recited in the claims. No claim element is to be understood within the provisions of 35 USC § 112 paragraph 6 unless the element is expressly recited using the term "means for" or, in the case of a method claim, the element is recited using the term "step for."
[0044] The foregoing description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the various aspects described herein. Various modifications to these aspects will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the generic principles defined herein may be applied to other aspects. Thus, the claims are not intended to be limited to the aspects shown herein, but are intended to be accorded the full scope consistent with the language of the claims, wherein reference to an element in the singular is not intended to mean "one and only one" unless expressly stated so, but rather "one or more." Unless expressly stated otherwise, the term "some" refers to one or more. Masculine pronouns (e.g., "sein") include the feminine and neuter genders (e.g., "ihr" and "sein"), and vice versa.Headings and subheadings, if any, are used for convenience only and do not limit the disclosure herein. QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION
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[0000] TURN LAMPS AND SIDE MARKER LAMPS FOR FRONT AND REAR OF A VEHICLE
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Claims
[1] Facility comprising: a housing defining an internal volume; a first light source disposed within the interior volume, the first light source configured to provide a turn signal for a vehicle; and a second light source disposed within the interior volume, the second light source configured to provide a side marker for the vehicle. [2] The device of claim 1, wherein the housing is located at a front corner of the vehicle. [3] The device of claim 2, wherein the housing is carried in a front bumper of the vehicle. [4] The device according to claim 3, further comprising a lamp glass covering the first light source and the second light source, wherein: the front bumper includes a first curvature, and the luminaire glass comprises a second curvature which corresponds to the first curvature. [5] The device of claim 1, wherein the housing is located at a rear corner of the vehicle. [6] A device according to claim 5, wherein the housing is carried in a rear bumper of the vehicle. [7] The device according to claim 6, further comprising a lamp glass covering the first light source and the second light source, wherein: the rear bumper includes a first curvature, and the luminaire glass comprises a second curvature which corresponds to the first curvature. [8] Lighting arrangement comprising: a first light source configured to provide a first indicator for a vehicle; and a second light source configured to provide a second indicator for the vehicle, wherein the first light source is stacked over the second light source. [9] The lighting assembly of claim 8, wherein the first light source comprises a turn signal for the vehicle. [10] The lighting assembly of claim 8, wherein the second light source comprises a side marker for the vehicle. [11] The lamp assembly of claim 8, wherein the first light source and the second light source are configured to be disposed in a housing disposed in a front bumper of the vehicle. [12] The lamp assembly of claim 8, wherein the first light source and the second light source are configured to be disposed in a housing disposed in a rear bumper of the vehicle. [13] The lamp assembly of claim 8, further comprising a lamp lens covering the first light source and the second light source, the lamp lens conforming to the curvature of a front bumper or a rear bumper. [14] The luminaire assembly of claim 8, further comprising a housing, wherein the first light source and the second light source are supported by the housing. [15] Vehicle comprising: a bumper; a lamp assembly carried by the bumper, the lamp assembly comprising: a housing defining an internal volume; a first light source disposed within the interior volume, the first light source configured to provide a turn signal for the vehicle; and a second light source disposed within the interior volume, the second light source configured to provide a side marker for the vehicle. [16] The vehicle of claim 15, wherein the first light source is stacked over the second light source. [17] The vehicle of claim 15, wherein the second light source is stacked over the first light source. [18] The vehicle of claim 15, further comprising a lamp glass covering the first light source and the second light source, wherein: the bumper comprises a front bumper including a first curvature, and the luminaire glass comprises a second curvature which corresponds to the first curvature. [19] The vehicle of claim 15, further comprising a lamp glass covering the first light source and the second light source, wherein: the bumper comprises a rear bumper including a first curvature, and the luminaire glass comprises a second curvature which corresponds to the first curvature. [20] A vehicle according to claim 15, wherein the housing is arranged at a front corner of the vehicle or at a rear corner of the vehicle.
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