Mirror head for vehicles

The rear-view mirror head addresses light scattering issues by integrating a translucent lens area and frame projection to prevent interior reflections, ensuring comfortable and visually appealing operation.

WO2026125638A1 Publication Date: 2026-06-18FICOSA AUTOMOTIVE S L U

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
FICOSA AUTOMOTIVE S L U
Filing Date
2025-12-11
Publication Date
2026-06-18

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing vehicle exterior rear-view mirrors suffer from light scattering towards the interior, causing discomfort to users and other drivers or people in the surroundings due to the design of the lens and housing configuration.

Method used

A rear-view mirror head with a lens having a translucent area and a frame inner projection that prevents light reflection into the interior, using materials like ABS plastic and a double-injection molding process to integrate a translucent terminal portion and frame for optimal light distribution.

🎯Benefits of technology

Prevents residual light spots and reflections, enhancing driver comfort and reducing disturbances while maintaining a compact and aesthetically pleasing design.

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Abstract

The mirror head (100) comprises a mirror cover (110) and a lighting device (120) including a light source (130), a lens (140) for guiding light emitted by the light source (130) and a housing (150) for at least receiving the light source (130) and the lens (140). The lens (140) comprises a main portion (140a) arranged between the housing (150) and the mirror cover (110) and terminal portion (140b) integrally formed with the main portion (140a) that can be viewed from the outside of the mirror head (100) for radiating light from the light source (130) outwards the mirror cover (110).
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