18466845. VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does the device handle different weather conditions that may affect visibility?
- 1.11 Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to the technology?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Masayoshi Takori of Saitama (JP)
VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18466845 titled 'VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The vehicle lighting device described in the patent application aims to improve the visibility of pedestrians for drivers. Here are the key points of the innovation:
- Forward irradiation part (low-beam unit) for illuminating the front of the vehicle.
- Lateral irradiation part (second cornering light unit) for illuminating the sides of the vehicle.
- First pattern irradiation part (forward projector unit) for overlapping the front and side illumination in a mixed bright/dark pattern.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various vehicles to enhance pedestrian safety, especially in low-light conditions or areas with poor visibility.
Problems Solved
The device addresses the issue of drivers overlooking pedestrians, particularly in situations where traditional lighting systems may not effectively illuminate pedestrians on the sides of the vehicle.
Benefits
- Improved visibility of pedestrians for drivers - Enhanced safety for pedestrians crossing in front of or alongside vehicles - Better overall awareness of surroundings for drivers
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be integrated into new vehicle models, aftermarket lighting kits, and fleet vehicles to enhance safety features and comply with regulations.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of cornering lights or adaptive headlights in vehicles to improve visibility around corners or in low-light conditions.
Unanswered Questions
How does the device handle different weather conditions that may affect visibility?
The patent application does not specify how the device adapts to various weather conditions such as rain, fog, or snow, which could impact its effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to the technology?
The article does not mention any potential drawbacks or limitations of the device, such as increased power consumption, installation complexity, or compatibility issues with existing vehicle lighting systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle lighting device is provided which can sufficiently improve overlooking of pedestrians by a driver. A vehicle lighting device of the present invention includes: a forward irradiation part (low-beam unit) that irradiates a forward irradiation region (low-beam irradiation region) of a vehicle; a lateral irradiation part (second cornering light unit) that irradiates a lateral irradiation region (right-side second cornering light irradiation region) on an outer side in the vehicle-width direction of the forward irradiation region; and a first pattern irradiation part (forward projector unit) that irradiates a first irradiation region (right-side forward projector unit irradiation region) that partially overlaps the forward irradiation region and lateral irradiation region in a top view in a bright/dark mixed irradiation region in which bright regions and dark regions are alternately repeated.
