Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240208466). SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR RAIN SENSOR simplified abstract
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SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR RAIN SENSOR
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Yoshinori Uozumi of Toyota-shi (JP)
Shiroh Chiba of Nisshin-shi (JP)
SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR RAIN SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240208466 titled 'SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR RAIN SENSOR
The patent application describes a mounting bracket attached to a roof header panel, with an extending portion facing a windshield where a rain sensor is engaged. A coil spring pushes the rain sensor towards the windshield through a silicone sheet, eliminating the need for adhesion support.
- Mounting bracket fastened to a roof header panel
- Extending portion faces windshield
- Rain sensor engaged with extending portion
- Coil spring pushes rain sensor towards windshield
- Silicone sheet used instead of adhesion support
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for rain sensing technology - Building industry for weather detection systems
Problems Solved: - Eliminates the need for adhesion support for rain sensor - Simplifies installation and maintenance of rain sensor
Benefits: - Improved reliability of rain sensor - Cost-effective solution for mounting rain sensors
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Rain Sensor Mounting Bracket for Automotive Industry This technology can be used in automotive vehicles to enhance rain sensing capabilities, providing a more reliable and cost-effective solution for manufacturers.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the coil spring improve the functionality of the rain sensor?
The coil spring pushes the rain sensor towards the windshield, ensuring consistent contact for accurate rain detection.
2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this mounting bracket design?
By eliminating the need for adhesion support, manufacturers can reduce production costs and simplify the installation process.
Original Abstract Submitted
a mounting bracket is fastened to a roof header panel. the mounting bracket has an extending portion extended to a position facing a windshield. a rain sensor is engaged with the extending portion so that the rain sensor can move back and forth with respect to the windshield. a coil spring is interposed between the extending portion and the rain sensor, and a light emitting/receiving surface of the rain sensor is pushed toward the inner surface of the windshield through a silicone sheet by a biasing force from the coil spring. since there is no need to use adhesion as a means of supporting the rain sensor, there is no need to control or inspect the quality of the adhesion.
