Vehicle Side Mirror Flush Lens Mounting Mechanism
Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle side mirrors have gaps between reflector lenses that can be obstructed by dust or small objects, preventing them from flushing properly and reducing their effectiveness in eliminating blind spots.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle side mirror design featuring a connection plate with adjustable reflector lenses, allowing for flush mounting and adjustment using an electric direction control assembly, with integrated LED light sources for enhanced visibility and safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple side lenses are secured on the vehicle side mirror to reduce blind spot, then the blind spot coverage is improved, but the lenses cannot flush with each other and gaps are created that are easily blocked by dust or tiny objects
Solution Approach 1:
The mirror system is divided into multiple independent reflector lenses (first reflector lens and second reflector lens) that can be separately adjusted and positioned. Each lens is mounted on its own adjustable support structure, allowing independent optimization of their positions to maximize blind spot coverage while maintaining proper alignment through the adjustment mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an adjustable rotation mechanism that allows the reflector lenses to be dynamically repositioned to desired angles. This dynamic adjustment capability enables the lenses to be optimally aligned to eliminate blind spots while preventing gaps that would trap dust, as the lenses can be precisely positioned to flush against the mirror housing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If reflector lenses are mounted on the vehicle side mirror, then blind spot elimination is achieved, but gaps between lenses are created that reduce effectiveness and are easily obstructed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces adjustable supports and connection plates as intermediary elements between the reflector lenses and the mirror housing. These intermediaries provide precise positioning and adjustment capabilities, allowing the lenses to be mounted flush against the housing without gaps. The connection plate with adjustment mechanism serves as a mediator that enables precise alignment while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs an adjustable rotation mechanism that changes the angular position parameter of the reflector lenses. By allowing continuous adjustment of the rotation angle, the system can optimize the lens positioning to achieve flush mounting conditions, eliminating gaps while maintaining the desired blind spot coverage. The adjustable mechanism enables precise control of lens orientation and position.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The design ensures that reflector lenses can be adjusted to eliminate blind spots effectively, reducing the risk of obstruction and enhancing driving safety by providing a clear view with adjustable angles and integrated lighting.
Implementation Method 1
each of the multiple light sources is an LED light bulb
Implementation Method 2
first reflector lens secured on the first plane... second reflector lens fixed on the third plane
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle rearview mirror is mounted in an accommodation casing of a vehicle and contains: an electric direction control assembly, a connection plate, a first reflector lens, and a reflector lens assembly. The electric direction control assembly includes a fixing seat and a movable sheet. The connection plate is disposed on the movable sheet away from the fixing seat and includes a first contacting portion and a coupling portion, the first contacting portion has a first plane away from the electric direction control assembly, and the coupling portion has a second plane away from the electric direction control assembly, wherein the second plane is lower than the first plane. The first reflector lens is secured on the first plane of the first contacting portion, and the reflector lens assembly includes a second contacting portion, a universal connector, and a second reflector lens.