18551610. HEADLIGHT DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
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HEADLIGHT DEVICE FOR VEHICLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Masayoshi Takori of Saitama (JP)
Manabu Shimizu of Saitama (JP)
HEADLIGHT DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18551610 titled 'HEADLIGHT DEVICE FOR VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a headlight device for a vehicle that includes two light emission units with different illumination patterns.
- The first light emission unit illuminates a prescribed area with a grid pattern of alternating bright and dark areas.
- The second light emission unit illuminates a separate area with a pattern where the entire area is bright.
- The two light distribution areas do not overlap and are adjacent to each other.
Potential Applications
This technology could be used in automotive headlights to provide a combination of focused and wide-angle lighting for improved visibility on the road.
Problems Solved
This innovation solves the problem of balancing focused and wide-angle lighting in vehicle headlights to enhance safety and visibility for drivers.
Benefits
- Improved visibility on the road - Enhanced safety for drivers and pedestrians - Efficient use of light distribution for optimal lighting conditions
Potential Commercial Applications
"Advanced Headlight Technology for Vehicles" could be used in the automotive industry for new vehicle models or as an aftermarket upgrade for existing vehicles.
Possible Prior Art
There may be existing patents or technologies related to adaptive headlights that adjust the light distribution based on driving conditions or vehicle speed.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact energy consumption in vehicles?
This article does not address the potential impact of this technology on the energy consumption of vehicles. It would be interesting to know if the use of different illumination patterns affects the overall energy efficiency of the headlight system.
Are there any regulatory considerations for implementing this technology in vehicles?
The article does not mention any regulatory considerations for integrating this technology into vehicles. It would be important to understand if there are any legal or safety standards that need to be met for this type of headlight system to be used on the road.
Original Abstract Submitted
A headlight device for vehicle includes: a first light emission unit that illuminates a prescribed first light distribution area with light in a first illumination pattern in which bright areas and dark areas are alternately repeated; and a second light emission unit that illuminates a second light distribution area with light in a second illumination pattern in which the entire illuminated area is a bright area, wherein the first light distribution area has a portion that is beside the second light distribution area and does not overlap with the second light distribution area. In one aspect, the first illumination pattern is a grid pattern in which the bright areas in a grid shape are formed in the dark areas. In another aspect, the first illumination pattern is a stripe pattern in which the bright areas a and the dark areas are arranged in parallel.
