US3818780A
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Remote control rearview mirror
Assignee: Jervis Corp
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Filing: 1973-03-16
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Granted: 1974-06-25
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Expires: 1993-03-16
Abstract
Abstract An improved remote control connection for rearview mirrors for automobiles and like operable devices in translation using force vectors into universal movement and including a resin element at the mirror end in one-piece form connecting the mirror glass to a mirror support and providing limited hinge-like universal movement therebetween and resisting rotational movement in planes transverse to the central axis through the mirror glass.
Inventors
- 👤 Intyre M Mc
- 👤 R Hadley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 08:06
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16C; F16C11/00; F16C11/04; F16C11/12; B; B60; B60R; B60R1/00; B60R1/02; B60R1/06; B60R1/062; B60R1/064; B60R1/066; B60R1/068; F16C1/00; F16C1/10; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/20; Y10T74/20396; Y10T74/20402; Y10T74/2042; Y10T74/20432
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
In a remote controlled rearview mirror a universal joint between mirror and mirror support comprising: a resin element secured at one end to a mirror back and secured at the other end to a mirror support structure and said resin element having weakened portions forming a limited universal joint tilting in accord with tilting of the mirror in respect to said mirror support structure and resisting rotation of said mirror in the plane of said mirror in all positions of said mirror, said resin element being the only universal joint connection between said mirror and said mirror support.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
In a remote controlled rearview mirror a universal joint between mirror and mirror support comprising: a resin element secured at one end to a mirror back and secured at the other end to a mirror support structure and said resin element having weakened portions forming a limited universal joint tilting in accord with tilting of the mirror in respect to said mirror support structure and resisting rotation of said mirror in the plane of said mirror in all positions of said mirror, said resin element being the only universal joint connection between said mirror and said mirror support.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
83 words
A universal pivot construction for suspension of mirrors and the like in remote control devices comprising: a fixed pedestal mounting element; a movable pedestal mount in spaced relation from said fixed pedestal mounting and said two mounting elements connected to each other for limited universal movement therebetween by at least two membranes, each providing a hinge at right angles to the other of said hinges in control of separate planes and said membranes, pedestals, and hinges being integrally formed in a resin material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
83 words
A universal pivot construction for suspension of mirrors and the like in remote control devices comprising: a fixed pedestal mounting element; a movable pedestal mount in spaced relation from said fixed pedestal mounting and said two mounting elements connected to each other for limited universal movement therebetween by at least two membranes, each providing a hinge at right angles to the other of said hinges in control of separate planes and said membranes, pedestals, and hinges being integrally formed in a resin material.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
51 words
In a remote controlled rearview mirror a universal joint between mirror and mirror support comprising: a resin block including a central body portion having a plurality adjacent weakened portions and secured to each other by transverse integral web and the ends of said resin block extending integrally therefrom in mounting pads.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
51 words
In a remote controlled rearview mirror a universal joint between mirror and mirror support comprising: a resin block including a central body portion having a plurality adjacent weakened portions and secured to each other by transverse integral web and the ends of said resin block extending integrally therefrom in mounting pads.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
99 words
A remote controlled rearview mirror element comprising: a mirror; a mirror case backing said mirror; a resin universal pivot block having weakened transverse cross-sections connected at one end to said mirror back; a mirror support element connected to the other end of said universal pivot block; control elements passing through said mirror support element and connecting to said mirror back whereupon selected movement of said control elements remote from said mirror support and back cause corresponding motion in said mirror back and tilting at said universal pivot block and said block resisting rotation in the plane of said mirror.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
99 words
A remote controlled rearview mirror element comprising: a mirror; a mirror case backing said mirror; a resin universal pivot block having weakened transverse cross-sections connected at one end to said mirror back; a mirror support element connected to the other end of said universal pivot block; control elements passing through said mirror support element and connecting to said mirror back whereupon selected movement of said control elements remote from said mirror support and back cause corresponding motion in said mirror back and tilting at said universal pivot block and said block resisting rotation in the plane of said mirror.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
56 words
A control element limited traverse universal support comprising: a pair of spaced apart and substantially parallel base members; a pair of integral membrane hinges in adjacent spaced apart relation and the axes of the hinges being at right angles to each other; and said base members and said hinges being integrally formed from a resin material.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
56 words
A control element limited traverse universal support comprising: a pair of spaced apart and substantially parallel base members; a pair of integral membrane hinges in adjacent spaced apart relation and the axes of the hinges being at right angles to each other; and said base members and said hinges being integrally formed from a resin material.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-06-24 | 1977-12-24 | 1978-06-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-24 | 1981-12-24 | 1982-06-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-24 | 1985-12-24 | 1986-06-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |