WO2010095921A1 - A complementary signal indicator device for a vεhicle - Google Patents

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WO2010095921A1
WO2010095921A1 PCT/MY2009/000211 MY2009000211W WO2010095921A1 WO 2010095921 A1 WO2010095921 A1 WO 2010095921A1 MY 2009000211 W MY2009000211 W MY 2009000211W WO 2010095921 A1 WO2010095921 A1 WO 2010095921A1
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Chia Hung Lai
Boon Seong Ooi
Nam Kiew Chew
Inn Tian Tan
Chia Wei Yew
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q—ARRANGEMENT OF SIGNALLING OR LIGHTING DEVICES, THE MOUNTING OR SUPPORTING THEREOF OR CIRCUITS THEREFOR, FOR VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q1/00—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
    • B60Q1/26—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic
    • B60Q1/2661—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic mounted on parts having other functions
    • B60Q1/2673—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic mounted on parts having other functions on parts worn by the driver, e.g. clothes, gloves or bags, specially adapted to provide auxiliary vehicle signalling
    • B60Q1/2676—Helmets
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q—ARRANGEMENT OF SIGNALLING OR LIGHTING DEVICES, THE MOUNTING OR SUPPORTING THEREOF OR CIRCUITS THEREFOR, FOR VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q1/00—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
    • B60Q1/26—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic
    • B60Q1/2607—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic comprising at least two indicating lamps
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q—ARRANGEMENT OF SIGNALLING OR LIGHTING DEVICES, THE MOUNTING OR SUPPORTING THEREOF OR CIRCUITS THEREFOR, FOR VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q2900/00—Features of lamps not covered by other groups in B60Q
    • B60Q2900/30—Lamps commanded by wireless transmissions

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  • the present invention relates to a complementary signal indicator device for a vehicle. More parti cularity. the present invention relates to ⁇ complem ⁇ nta ⁇ signal indicator device that can be adapted for use on an open top vehicle.
  • a remedy has surfaced in the form of a secondary light signal indicator that essentially acts as the addition to the main light signal indicators.
  • the existence of such an additional light signal indicator has significantly increased the safety of an operator of an open top vehicle
  • additional light signal indicators are many types. These included the ones that can be affixed on the side handle bars, on the helmet or simph mounted on other pans of a ⁇ 'ehicle's body.
  • the existing light signal indicators are still considered to have certain limitations in terms of convenience and safety assurance.
  • the existing light signal indicators in the practice are mostly wir ⁇ lessly communicating with the main light signal indicators on the vehicles.
  • the existing light signal indicators as a result. would incorporate the usage of an infra-red link for communication between the vehicle's main light signal indicators and the auxilary light signal indicator.
  • the wirelessly communicating signal indicators are only fixedly mounted on the operator's helmet, if a passenger taller than the operator is seated in tandem in the vehicle, the operator's helmet has to be worn by the passenger so that it is more visible to other motorists, as opposed to a shorter passenger at the rear seated in tandem to the operator.
  • the light signal indicators are affixed to the operator's helmet.
  • the operator's helmet has to be inconveniently exchanged with other user should such a need arise.
  • the existing indicators are also not adequately provided with safety features to prevent theft of the light indicator.
  • the present im ention relates to a ⁇ ⁇ hicle compl ⁇ menta ⁇ signal indicator ice
  • the ⁇ ehicl ⁇ complementar ⁇ signal indicator deuce essential! ⁇ comprises a transmitter module having a transmitter circuit ⁇ unit and an indicator module having at least one light indicator for left right and brake signal and an indicator circuitr ⁇ unit
  • the indicator module is configured to be m communication with the transmitter module
  • the indicator module is also configuied to be mounted to an operative position that coincides with the vehicle In addition to that the indicator module on the operative position is capable to complementa ⁇ l ⁇ indicate left, right and brake signal for the vehicle
  • the mdicatoi module is also adapted to be automatically activated when m said operative position and automatical!) deactivated when removed from the operative position
  • the indicator module is adapted to be exchange-ably engagable m a transmission with a transmitter module of another similai complementary signal indicator device
  • the transmitter module is essentially comprised of an identification element The identification element is configured for the indicator module upon initiation to identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter module for operation
  • the signal indicators on the indicator module w ould blink and light up m accordance to the brak ⁇ or turn signal applied b ⁇ the ⁇ ehicle operator on the said iegular brake and turn signal indicators
  • the ⁇ ehicle complementar ⁇ signal indicator device therefore increases the N ehicle's chance of being seen b ⁇ motorists of other ⁇ ehicles especial! ⁇ th ⁇ taller ones such as buses trucks trailers tractors etc - A -
  • the transmitter module of each disparate signal indicator device is essential! ⁇ configured with a unique identification element respecm eh
  • the identification element is a safet ⁇ feature to distinguish a signal indicator de ⁇ ice of a user from other users
  • the identification element enables the indicator module of the present invention to be attuned to a transmitter module of another complementary signal indicator de ⁇ ice through a matching procedure such that the device can be switched for use from one ⁇ ehicle to anothei
  • Jt is a final object of the present invention to proMde a vehicle complementar) signal indicator device that is automatically activated when the indicator module is mounted on an operative position and automatically deactivated ⁇ hen the indicator module r ⁇ rno ⁇ ed from the operat ⁇ e position
  • FIG. 1 shows the existing regular brake and turn signal indicator device connected to a transmitter module of the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 shows the preferred embodiment of the transmitter module in a functional block diagram.
  • FIG. 3 shows the preferred embodiment of the indicator module in a functional block diagram.
  • FIG.4 shows the preferred embodiment of the transmitter encoder's firmware in flowchart
  • FIG. 5 shows the preferred embodiment of the receiver encoder's firmware in flowchart.
  • FIG. 6 shows a preferred physical embodiment of the indicator module.
  • FIG. 7 shows the exploded view of the preferred physical embodiment of the indicator module.
  • FIG. 8 shows a preferred embodiment of the retainer member.
  • FIG. 9 shows the exploded view of the preferred embodiment of the indicator module attached to a helmet.
  • FIG. 10 shows a preferred embodiment of the indicator module in a preferred operative position.
  • the present indention relates to a complementary signal indicator device for a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to a complementary signal indicator device that ma ⁇ - be applied for motoring use.
  • a complementary signal indicator device shall be described according to the preferred embodiments of the present invention and b ⁇ 1 referring to the accompanying description and drawings.
  • the vehicle complementary signal indicator device generally comprises of a transmitter module 17 and an indicator module 88.
  • a transmitter module circuit 18 is provided in the transmitter module 17 whilst light indicators for left 57. right 59, and brake 58 signals on the indicator module circuit 30 are provided in the indicator module 88.
  • the indicator module circuit 30 is to be in communication with the transmitter module circuit 18.
  • the vehicle complementary signal indicator de ⁇ ce defined above is preferably used with an open top vehicle. Accordingly, it is also preferred that the device of the present invention may be adapted for use in other types of vehicles depending on the preferred embodiment.
  • the transmitter module 17 is preferably attached to the body of the vehicle.
  • the indicator module 88 is shown in a preferred manner mounted to an operative position 105.
  • Said operative position 105 is essentially- adapted to coincide with the vehicle.
  • said operative position 105 is adapted such that the device can complementarily indicate left, right and brake signal with regards to the vehicle's main signal indicator.
  • the indicator module 88 is adapted to be automatically actuated when positioned into said operative position 105 and automatically deactivated when removed from the operath ⁇ position 105. The activation and deactivation of the indicator module 88 will be hereinafter described in greater detail
  • the indicator module 88 is mounted onto the rear part of a user s helmet 103
  • ⁇ isibl ⁇ spot on the ehicle s bod ⁇ can also be adapted for the indicator module 88 to be mounted thereto depending on the most preferred embodiment
  • a retainer member 98 essential! adapted to mount the indicator module 88 to the operative position 105 which is at the rear part of the helmet 103
  • the detachable feature on the indicator module 88 is essentiall ⁇ adapted to enable it to be exchangeable with other user and to prevent the indicator module 88 from being stolen when it is left unattended as will be heieinafter described m greater detail
  • a retainer member 98 comprises a distal portion and a proximal portion
  • the pioxima) portion is preferabl) pro ⁇ ided with a bracket
  • the distal portion of the retainer membei 98 is attached to the helmet 103 whereas the bracket is adapted to attach the indicator module 88
  • the retainer member 98 is affixed to helmet 103 prefeiably by means of an adhesive tape 102
  • Locking guides 100 are also preferably pro ⁇ ided to the retainer member 98
  • the retainer member 98 accordingly is also provided with a spigot opening 101 for a spigot 94 of the indicator module 88 to pass through
  • the bracket of the retainer member 98 is essentially provided with a magnet 41 adapted for securing the indicator module 88 at said bracket as will be hereinafter described m greater detail
  • the transmitter module 17, m addition to the transmitter module circuit 18 is shown comprising a positn e power wire 12 a negatn e er wire 13 a brake signal vore 14 left signal wire 15.
  • right signal wire 16 and securing guide 84 for cable tie adapted to secure the transmitter module 17 m place
  • the indicator module 88 is further pro ⁇ ided v ⁇ th a matching button 49 a iack socket 35 adapted for batten 37 iechargmg purpose a spigot 94 adapted to co ⁇ er the jack socket opening 97
  • the transmitter module circuit 1 8 is shown preferably comprising a signal conditioning circuit 19.
  • the transmitter module circuit 18 is essentially with a positive connection 12 to the positive terminal 4 of the main batten' 1.
  • the positive connection 12 may also be connected to an ⁇ ' appropriate auxiliary power source.
  • a negative connection 13 is connected to the vehicle chassis 5. which in turn is connected the negative terminal 3 of the mam battery 1 and acting as a common reference for the entire transmitter circuit 18.
  • a first connection 14 is connected to the main brake signal 6 of the main signal indicator. Accordingly"; a second connection 15 is connected to the main left signal 7. Finally, a third connection 16 is connected to the main right signal 8.
  • the said positive connection 12. the first connection 14. the second connection 15, and the third connection 16 are preferably connected to the signal conditioning circuit 19.
  • the signal conditioning circuit 19 is referenced to the negative connection 13.
  • the signal conditioning circuit 19 is provided with a positive output connected to the positive supply rail to the transmitter encoder 25 and to the positive supply rail of the radio frequency transmitter 27.
  • the signal conditioning circuit 19 is provided with outputs (22. 23 & 24) corresponding to the brake, left and right signal. They are each respectively connected to the transmitter encoder 25.
  • the transmitter encoder 25 is provided with an output 26.
  • the encoded output 26 is connected to the radio frequency transmitter 27.
  • the transmitter antenna 28 is connected to the output of the radio frequency transmitter 27.
  • the antenna 28 of the present invention is adapted to send radio frequency signal 29 to the indicator module 88 during operation.
  • the indicator module circuit 30 is further with a battery charger circuitry 36.
  • the indicator module circuit 30 of the present invention is provided with a recei ⁇ " er antenna 51. a radio frequency receiver 52. a human input device 49, a receiver decoder 48: a comparator -6. a low dropout regulator (LDO) 44. an act ⁇ atiori switch 40 and a r ⁇ charg ⁇ aDle batten 37 Tn e recee ⁇ r d ⁇ co ⁇ i 48 is pref ⁇ rabh adapted to manipulate eh activate and deactiv ate the signal lignt indicators (57 59 &. 58) m response to the mam signal hght indicators of the ⁇ ehicle
  • the rece ⁇ er d ⁇ cod ⁇ r 48 is provided w ith first second and third inputs (47 50 SL 53) and first second and third outputs (54 55 &. 56) The first second and third outputs (54 55 & 56) are adapted to be connected corresponding! ⁇ to the left brake and right signal light indicators (57 58 &. 59)
  • the rece ⁇ er decoder 48 is also further provided with a positive suppl) rail and a negative supph rail
  • the negative supply rail of the receiver decoder 48 is shown connected to the common reference 39 of the indicatoi circuit 30
  • the indicator module 88 is preferabl) adapted to be automatically activated when m said operatn e position 105 and automatically deactivated when removed from an operative position 105
  • the magnet 41 at the bracket of the retainer member 98 is adapted to enable the indicator module 88 to be secured at the said operative position 105
  • a momentary switch is fherefoie adapted as the activation switch 40
  • the activation switch 40 is actuated with the presence of a magnetic field 4 2. causing the contacts of the activation switch 40 to close and thus completing the circuit loop
  • the automatic activation and deactivation piovided b ⁇ the activation switch 40 is essentiall) intended to prevent the user from forgetting to ate the device and to eliminate the hassle of manually activating the indicator module 88 Once the indicator module 88 is secured into the bracket of the retainer member 98 the magnet
  • th ⁇ receiver antenna 51 of th ⁇ present invention is adapt ⁇ d to r ⁇ ce ⁇ - ⁇ the radio frequency signal 29 from the transmitt ⁇ r an ⁇ nna 28.
  • Th ⁇ radio frequency receiver 52 is essential! ⁇ provided with an input and an output. The receiver antenna 51 is connected to the input of the radio frequency receiver 52 whilst and the output of the radio frequency receiver
  • the batter ⁇ 1 37 of the present invention is preferably adapted to be rechargeable.
  • the jack socket 35 is configured to receive the jack plug 34 of the batten 7 charger adapter 32 for the batter ⁇ ' charging purpose.
  • the battery charger adapter 32 is preferably an AC to DC adapter provided with a wire cord 33 and a jack plug 34.
  • Alternative power source for the invention may be a solar cell, disposable battery, or any portable power source.
  • the transmitter encoder 25 is preferably provided with an identification element.
  • the identification element of the present invention is preferably a serial number programmed into the transmitter encoder 25.
  • the identification element is provided such that the receiver decoder 48 of the indicator module 88 can identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter encoder 25 via a matching procedure, as will be hereinafter described in greater detail.
  • the identification element is also intended to distinguish the owner s uevice vvitn otrier users .
  • the serial number of the transmitter encoder 25 may be transmitted as a capsulated code to the receiver decoder 48.
  • the receiver decoder 48 then receives and de-capsulate the code to obtain the serial number and store the serial number of the transmitter encoder 25 into its memory. Referring to figure 4 and 5 for preferred flow chart of the matching process.
  • th ⁇ indicator module 88 is further adapted to exchangeably ⁇ ngag ⁇ in a transmission with a transmitt ⁇ r module 17 of another similar complementary signal indicator device.
  • Th ⁇ r ⁇ is provided a human input devic ⁇ 49.
  • the human input device 49 is adapted to be engaged to initiate the indicator module S 8 to identify and establish the transmission source from the corresponding transmitter module 17 intended for the matching.
  • a matching procedure is conducted to identify the correct transmission source from the transmitter module 1 7.
  • the circumstances are when the de ⁇ 'ice is being used for the first time, the indicator module 88 must be transmissibly "matched " with the intended transmitter module 17 before use. Upon completing the matching procedure, the indicator module 88 would be able to operate as aforementioned.
  • a re-matching procedure is also required to be conducted if either one of the transmitter module 17 or the indicator module 88 is replaced.
  • a re-matching procedure is also required, if the indicator module 88 is intended to be switched for use from one vehicle to another vehicle installed with the transmitter module 17 of the present invention.
  • the transmitter module 17 is installed on a vehicle.
  • the indicator module 88 is then mounted on the retainer member 98.
  • the indicator module 88 is specifically mounted onto the retainer member 98. It is preferred that the ignition switch of the vehicle is turned on. Foot brake then is preferably applied and held.
  • the main rear brake light 9 is ensured to be on. As some of the cases may be. some vehicle may require the engine to be in activation so that the main rear brake light 9 can operate.
  • the human input device 49 on the indicator module 88 is engaged and held briefly by applying significant pressure level to the cover 92 of the human input device 49.
  • the matching process is then in progress, which indicated by a specific lighting sequence of the left 57. brake 58 and right 59 light indicators.
  • the human input de ⁇ 'ice 49 is preferably released.
  • the indicator module 88 is mounted onto the retainer member 98. the indicator module 88 would be turned on automatically. .An initial sequence of the light signal indicators (57. 58 & 59) may report the batter ⁇ - 37 condition.
  • the transmitter module 17 is to be attached to a vehicle, a plurality of wires (12. 13. 14. 15, 16). After the wiring work is completed, the user is advised to conduct a functionality test on the invention. Depending on the different requirements, the transmitter module 17 is preferably secured to a vehicle. Any securing means may be employed to secure the transmitter module 17.
  • the retainer member 98 having the base bracket is preferably- attached onto the rear section of the safety helmet 103 permanently.
  • the rear section of the safety helmet 103 is cleaned and an adhesive tape 102 may be employed to attach the retainer member 98 to the helmet 103.
  • the retainer member 98 With the spigot opening 1 01 facing downward, the retainer member 98 is attached horizontally to the center bottom position of the rear part of the safety helmet 103. With the retainer member 98 firmly attached to the safety helmet 103. the indicator module 88 can be mounted thereto at this stage.
  • the indicator module 88 is firstly attached into the retainer member 98. All the light signal indicators (57, 58 & 59) would then be ensured to blink once. At this stage, the device can be operated. As the main brake signal indicator 9 of the vehicle is turned on, the brake signal light indicator 58 would emit light accordingly. As the vehicle's main left or right light signal indicator (10 & 11) being turned on, the left and right light signal indicators (57 & 59) would respond accordingly in sync to the main light signal indicators of the vehicle.
  • the indicator module 88 Whilst most open top vehicles are designed to transport up to two people, it is vital that the indicator module 88 is being mounted at the most appropriate helmet 103.
  • the indicator module 88 can be attached to the retainer member 98 of the rider ' s helmet 103. ⁇ Tien an adult passenger is being transported, the indicator module 88 is pr ⁇ ferablv attached onto the retainer member 98 of the passeng ⁇ r ' s helmet 103.
  • the housing of the indicator module 88 is made from flexible material, that is able to suit a vast range of different helmets. It is also preferred that the indicator module 88 is environmentally sealed. High brightness LEDs are preferred as a light source for the light signal indicators (57. 58. 59). Any light emitting source ma ⁇ ' be used.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a vehicle complementary signal indicator device. The vehicle complementary signal indicator device essentially comprises a transmitter module (17) having a transmitter circuitry unit (18); and an indicator module (88) having at least one light indicators for left, right and brake signal (57, 59, & 58), and an indicator module circuit (30). The indicator module (88) is adapted to communicate with the transmitter module (17). The indicator module (88) of the present invention is mounted to an operative position (105) that coincides with the vehicle. In that operative position (105) as well, the indicator module (88) is capable to complementarily indicate left, right and brake signal for the vehicle The indicator module (88) is also adapted to be automatically activated when in said operative position (105) and automatically deactivated when removed from the operative position (105). The indicator module (88) is also capable to be exchangeably engaged in a transmission with a transmitter module (17) of another similar complementary signal indicator device. On a further note, the transmitter module (17) essentially comprises an identification element. The identification element is configured for the indicator module (88) upon initiation to identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter module (17) for operation.

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A COMPLEMENTARY SIGNAL INDICATOR DEMCE FOR A VEHICLE
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a complementary signal indicator device for a vehicle. More parti cularity. the present invention relates to ε complemεntaπ signal indicator device that can be adapted for use on an open top vehicle.
BACKGROUND ART
It has always been vital for operators of open top vehicles to be extremely vigilant while on the road. They should practice all the necessary steps such as wearing their helmets and using the signal indicators when they want to brake or turn to left or right as a measure to ensure their optimal safety. At night, certain open top vehicles are less visible by other motorists and hence it is safer for the operators to always wear their light reflecting vests or just light colored clothing.
Although certain open top vehicle operators could do their part to exercise safety, other motorist could do their part to be aware of the presence of certain open top vehicles adjacent to them on the road and their swerving direction. Certain open top vehicles, due to their size relative to larger vehicles, such as. buses or trucks could be easily blocked from the field of vision on the road. It is therefore, as well, a question of whether the facilities provided on these vehicles, like the signal indicators, sufficiently cater to the safety required by. for example, a motorcyclist.
As a result from the above drawbacks, a remedy has surfaced in the form of a secondary light signal indicator that essentially acts as the addition to the main light signal indicators. The existence of such an additional light signal indicator has significantly increased the safety of an operator of an open top vehicle There are many types of additional light signal indicators being manufactured These included the ones that can be affixed on the side handle bars, on the helmet or simph mounted on other pans of a λ'ehicle's body. the existing light signal indicators are still considered to have certain limitations in terms of convenience and safety assurance. The existing light signal indicators in the practice are mostly wirεlessly communicating with the main light signal indicators on the vehicles. The existing light signal indicators, as a result. would incorporate the usage of an infra-red link for communication between the vehicle's main light signal indicators and the auxilary light signal indicator.
As the case may be that the wirelessly communicating signal indicators are only fixedly mounted on the operator's helmet, if a passenger taller than the operator is seated in tandem in the vehicle, the operator's helmet has to be worn by the passenger so that it is more visible to other motorists, as opposed to a shorter passenger at the rear seated in tandem to the operator.
It is also further a drawback that the light signal indicators are affixed to the operator's helmet. The operator's helmet has to be inconveniently exchanged with other user should such a need arise. The existing indicators are also not adequately provided with safety features to prevent theft of the light indicator. It is also inconvenient to use the conventional helmet mounted signal indicators as they are required to be manually switched on by the user.
Therefore, a light signal indicator that can eliminate the aforementioned limitations is verv much needed.
SUMMARY OF THE INTENTION'
According!} to solve the disadλ antagεs and drawbacks of the prior art the present im ention relates to a Λ εhicle complεmentaπ signal indicator
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The λ ehiclε complementar} signal indicator deuce essential!} comprises a transmitter module having a transmitter circuitπ unit and an indicator module having at least one light indicator for left right and brake signal and an indicator circuitr} unit The indicator module is configured to be m communication with the transmitter module The indicator module is also configuied to be mounted to an operative position that coincides with the vehicle In addition to that the indicator module on the operative position is capable to complementaπl} indicate left, right and brake signal for the vehicle The mdicatoi module is also adapted to be automatically activated when m said operative position and automatical!) deactivated when removed from the operative position Furthermore the indicator module is adapted to be exchange-ably engagable m a transmission with a transmitter module of another similai complementary signal indicator device Additionally, the transmitter module is essentially comprised of an identification element The identification element is configured for the indicator module upon initiation to identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter module for operation
It is a primary object of the present invention to provide a vehicle complementary signal indicator deuce that complements the iegular brake and turn signal indicators attached to an open top vehicle
It is also an object of the present invention to proλ ide a ^ ehicle complementar) signal indicator device as an accessory that enhances the safety of an open top vehicle operator The signal indicators on the indicator module w ould blink and light up m accordance to the brakε or turn signal applied b} the Λ ehicle operator on the said iegular brake and turn signal indicators The Λ ehicle complementar} signal indicator device therefore increases the N ehicle's chance of being seen b} motorists of other λ ehicles especial!} thε taller ones such as buses trucks trailers tractors etc - A -
It IS a further object of the present ind ention to pro\ iαe a Λ eniclε complεmentarλ signal indicator deλ ice m as more than one complementary signal indicator deλ icε of the present im ention are to be manufactured the transmitter module of each disparate signal indicator device is essential!} configured With a unique identification element respecm eh The identification element is a safet} feature to distinguish a signal indicator deλice of a user from other users The identification element enables the indicator module of the present invention to be attuned to a transmitter module of another complementary signal indicator de\ ice through a matching procedure such that the device can be switched for use from one λ ehicle to anothei
It is also a further ob]ect of the present invention to piovide an mdicatoi module The detachable ability inherent m the indicator module furthei attributes to the switchable feature enabled b) the identification element The indicator module is facilitated to be exchangeable with other user from one vehicle to another effortlessh The detachable ability also facilitates the user to removabl) stoie away the indicator module from the operati\ e position when not m use to prevent the indicator module fiom being stolen
Jt is a final object of the present invention to proMde a vehicle complementar) signal indicator device that is automatically activated when the indicator module is mounted on an operative position and automatically deactivated \λhen the indicator module rεrnoλ ed from the operatΛ e position
The present invention consists of certain novel features and a combination of parts hereinafter fully described and illustrated in the accompanying drawings and particularly pointed out in the appended claims it being understood that various changes m the details ma} be without departing from the scope of the invention or sacrificing an} of the adλ antages of the present invention BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
For the purpose of facilitating an understanding of the invention, there is illustrated m the accompanying drawings the preferred embodiments from an inspection of which when considered in connection with the following description, the invention, its construction and operation and man}' of its advantages would be readily understood and appreciated.
FIG. 1 shows the existing regular brake and turn signal indicator device connected to a transmitter module of the present invention.
FIG. 2 shows the preferred embodiment of the transmitter module in a functional block diagram.
FlG. 3 shows the preferred embodiment of the indicator module in a functional block diagram. FIG.4 shows the preferred embodiment of the transmitter encoder's firmware in flowchart
FlG. 5 shows the preferred embodiment of the receiver encoder's firmware in flowchart.
FIG. 6 shows a preferred physical embodiment of the indicator module. FIG. 7 shows the exploded view of the preferred physical embodiment of the indicator module.
FIG. 8 shows a preferred embodiment of the retainer member.
FIG. 9 shows the exploded view of the preferred embodiment of the indicator module attached to a helmet. FIG. 10 shows a preferred embodiment of the indicator module in a preferred operative position. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
The present indention relates to a complementary signal indicator device for a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to a complementary signal indicator device that ma}- be applied for motoring use. Hereinafter, a complementary signal indicator device shall be described according to the preferred embodiments of the present invention and b}1 referring to the accompanying description and drawings.
However, it is to be understood that limiting the description to the preferred embodiments of the invention and to the drawings is merely to facilitate discussion of the present invention and it is envisioned that those skilled in the art ma}1 devise various modifications without departing from the scope of the appended claim.
The vehicle complementary signal indicator device generally comprises of a transmitter module 17 and an indicator module 88. A transmitter module circuit 18 is provided in the transmitter module 17 whilst light indicators for left 57. right 59, and brake 58 signals on the indicator module circuit 30 are provided in the indicator module 88. The indicator module circuit 30 is to be in communication with the transmitter module circuit 18.
The vehicle complementary signal indicator deλάce defined above is preferably used with an open top vehicle. Accordingly, it is also preferred that the device of the present invention may be adapted for use in other types of vehicles depending on the preferred embodiment. The transmitter module 17 is preferably attached to the body of the vehicle.
Referring to figure 11 , the indicator module 88 is shown in a preferred manner mounted to an operative position 105. Said operative position 105 is essentially- adapted to coincide with the vehicle. Also, said operative position 105 is adapted such that the device can complementarily indicate left, right and brake signal with regards to the vehicle's main signal indicator. Accordingly, the indicator module 88 is adapted to be automatically actuated when positioned into said operative position 105 and automatically deactivated when removed from the operath ε position 105. The activation and deactivation of the indicator module 88 will be hereinafter described in greater detail
In a preferred embodiment the indicator module 88 is mounted onto the rear part of a user s helmet 103 In addition to that arΛ other optimal!) Λ isiblε spot on the ehicle s bod\ can also be adapted for the indicator module 88 to be mounted thereto depending on the most preferred embodiment
Referring again to Figure 1 1 there is shown a retainer member 98 essential!) adapted to mount the indicator module 88 to the operative position 105 which is at the rear part of the helmet 103 The detachable feature on the indicator module 88 is essentiall} adapted to enable it to be exchangeable with other user and to prevent the indicator module 88 from being stolen when it is left unattended as will be heieinafter described m greater detail
Preferably a retainer member 98 comprises a distal portion and a proximal portion The pioxima) portion is preferabl) pro\ ided with a bracket The distal portion of the retainer membei 98 is attached to the helmet 103 whereas the bracket is adapted to attach the indicator module 88 The retainer member 98 is affixed to helmet 103 prefeiably by means of an adhesive tape 102 Locking guides 100 are also preferably proλ ided to the retainer member 98 The retainer member 98 accordingly is also provided with a spigot opening 101 for a spigot 94 of the indicator module 88 to pass through The bracket of the retainer member 98 is essentially provided with a magnet 41 adapted for securing the indicator module 88 at said bracket as will be hereinafter described m greater detail
Preferabh the transmitter module 17, m addition to the transmitter module circuit 18 is shown comprising a positn e power wire 12 a negatn e
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er wire 13 a brake signal vore 14 left signal wire 15. right signal wire 16 and securing guide 84 for cable tie adapted to secure the transmitter module 17 m place In addition to light indicators for left 57 πght 59 and biake signal 58 indicator module circuit 30 the indicator module 88 is further proΛ ided vαth a matching button 49 a iack socket 35 adapted for batten 37 iechargmg purpose a spigot 94 adapted to coλ er the jack socket opening 97 Preferably. the transmitter module circuit 1 8 is shown preferably comprising a signal conditioning circuit 19. a transmitter encoder 25. a radio frequency transmitter 27 and a transmitter antenna 28. Preferably, the transmitter module circuit 18 is essentially
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with a positive connection 12 to the positive terminal 4 of the main batten' 1. The positive connection 12 may also be connected to an}' appropriate auxiliary power source. A negative connection 13 is connected to the vehicle chassis 5. which in turn is connected the negative terminal 3 of the mam battery 1 and acting as a common reference for the entire transmitter circuit 18. A first connection 14 is connected to the main brake signal 6 of the main signal indicator. Accordingly"; a second connection 15 is connected to the main left signal 7. Finally, a third connection 16 is connected to the main right signal 8.
Preferably, the said positive connection 12. the first connection 14. the second connection 15, and the third connection 16 are preferably connected to the signal conditioning circuit 19. The signal conditioning circuit 19 is referenced to the negative connection 13. The signal conditioning circuit 19 is provided with a positive output connected to the positive supply rail to the transmitter encoder 25 and to the positive supply rail of the radio frequency transmitter 27. The signal conditioning circuit 19 is provided with outputs (22. 23 & 24) corresponding to the brake, left and right signal. They are each respectively connected to the transmitter encoder 25.
Preferably, the transmitter encoder 25 is provided with an output 26. The encoded output 26 is connected to the radio frequency transmitter 27. The transmitter antenna 28 is connected to the output of the radio frequency transmitter 27. The antenna 28 of the present invention is adapted to send radio frequency signal 29 to the indicator module 88 during operation.
Preferably, the indicator module circuit 30 is further
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with a battery charger circuitry 36. The indicator module circuit 30 of the present invention is provided with a receiλ"er antenna 51. a radio frequency receiver 52. a human input device 49, a receiver decoder 48: a comparator -6. a low dropout regulator (LDO) 44. an actπ atiori switch 40 and a rεchargεaDle batten 37 Tn e recee εr dεcoαεi 48 is prefεrabh adapted to manipulate eh activate and deactiv ate the signal lignt indicators (57 59 &. 58) m response to the mam signal hght indicators of the Λ ehicle
Preferabl} the receπ er dεcodεr 48 is provided w ith first second and third inputs (47 50 SL 53) and first second and third outputs (54 55 &. 56) The first second and third outputs (54 55 & 56) are adapted to be connected corresponding!} to the left brake and right signal light indicators (57 58 &. 59) The receπ er decoder 48 is also further provided with a positive suppl) rail and a negative supph rail The negative supply rail of the receiver decoder 48 is shown connected to the common reference 39 of the indicatoi circuit 30
As af ore-mentioned, the indicator module 88 is preferabl) adapted to be automatically activated when m said operatn e position 105 and automatically deactivated when removed from an operative position 105 In addition the magnet 41 at the bracket of the retainer member 98 is adapted to enable the indicator module 88 to be secured at the said operative position 105
Preferably a momentary switch is fherefoie adapted as the activation switch 40 The activation switch 40 is actuated with the presence of a magnetic field 42. causing the contacts of the activation switch 40 to close and thus completing the circuit loop The automatic activation and deactivation piovided b} the activation switch 40 is essentiall) intended to prevent the user from forgetting to
Figure imgf000011_0001
ate the device and to eliminate the hassle of manually activating the indicator module 88 Once the indicator module 88 is secured into the bracket of the retainer member 98 the magnet
41 generates a magnetic field 42 causing thε activation switch 40 to activate the indicator module circuit 30 b> connecting the posim e terminal 38 of the battery 37 to the positive suppl} line 43 If the indicator module 88 is remoλ ed from the bracket of the retainer member 98 the magnetic field 42 from the magnet 41 w ould be caused to decrease and the actu ation switch 40 is deacm ated when the magnetic field 42 from the magnet 41 is once rent ed thus breaking up the connection betw een the positiλ e terminal 38 of the batter) 37 and the positπ e supph ine -3 Prεfεrabh , thε receiver antenna 51 of thε present invention is adaptεd to rεceπ-ε the radio frequency signal 29 from the transmittεr anτεnna 28. Thε radio frequency receiver 52 is essential!} provided with an input and an output. The receiver antenna 51 is connected to the input of the radio frequency receiver 52 whilst and the output of the radio frequency receiver 52 is connected to the third input 53 of the receiver decoder 48.
The batter}1 37 of the present invention is preferably adapted to be rechargeable. The jack socket 35 is configured to receive the jack plug 34 of the batten7 charger adapter 32 for the batter}' charging purpose. The battery charger adapter 32 is preferably an AC to DC adapter provided with a wire cord 33 and a jack plug 34.
Alternative power source for the invention may be a solar cell, disposable battery, or any portable power source.
The transmitter encoder 25 is preferably provided with an identification element. According to the most preferred embodiment, the identification element of the present invention is preferably a serial number programmed into the transmitter encoder 25. The identification element is provided such that the receiver decoder 48 of the indicator module 88 can identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter encoder 25 via a matching procedure, as will be hereinafter described in greater detail. The identification element is also intended to distinguish the owner s uevice vvitn otrier users .
During the matching procedure, the serial number of the transmitter encoder 25 may be transmitted as a capsulated code to the receiver decoder 48. The receiver decoder 48 then receives and de-capsulate the code to obtain the serial number and store the serial number of the transmitter encoder 25 into its memory. Referring to figure 4 and 5 for preferred flow chart of the matching process.
Additionally, with the serial number, thε indicator module 88 is further adapted to exchangeably εngagε in a transmission with a transmittεr module 17 of another similar complementary signal indicator device. Thεrε is provided a human input devicε 49. The human input device 49 is adapted to be engaged to initiate the indicator module S 8 to identify and establish the transmission source from the corresponding transmitter module 17 intended for the matching.
A matching procedure, as previously mentioned, is conducted to identify the correct transmission source from the transmitter module 1 7. There are some circumstances that would require a re-matching procedure. The circumstances are when the deλ'ice is being used for the first time, the indicator module 88 must be transmissibly "matched" with the intended transmitter module 17 before use. Upon completing the matching procedure, the indicator module 88 would be able to operate as aforementioned.
A re-matching procedure is also required to be conducted if either one of the transmitter module 17 or the indicator module 88 is replaced. A re-matching procedure is also required, if the indicator module 88 is intended to be switched for use from one vehicle to another vehicle installed with the transmitter module 17 of the present invention.
Firstly, the transmitter module 17 is installed on a vehicle. The indicator module 88 is then mounted on the retainer member 98. The indicator module 88 is specifically mounted onto the retainer member 98. It is preferred that the ignition switch of the vehicle is turned on. Foot brake then is preferably applied and held. The main rear brake light 9 is ensured to be on. As some of the cases may be. some vehicle may require the engine to be in activation so that the main rear brake light 9 can operate.
Within the range of the communication radius of the transmitter module 17 and indicator module 88. the human input device 49 on the indicator module 88 is engaged and held briefly by applying significant pressure level to the cover 92 of the human input device 49. The matching process is then in progress, which indicated by a specific lighting sequence of the left 57. brake 58 and right 59 light indicators. Once the matching procedure is indicated as complete., the human input deλ'ice 49 is preferably released. λλlien the indicator module 88 is mounted onto the retainer member 98. the indicator module 88 would be turned on automatically. .An initial sequence of the light signal indicators (57. 58 & 59) may report the batter}- 37 condition.
To install the invention, the transmitter module 17 is to be attached to a vehicle,
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a plurality of wires (12. 13. 14. 15, 16). After the wiring work is completed, the user is advised to conduct a functionality test on the invention. Depending on the different requirements, the transmitter module 17 is preferably secured to a vehicle. Any securing means may be employed to secure the transmitter module 17.
As afore-mentioned, the retainer member 98 having the base bracket is preferably- attached onto the rear section of the safety helmet 103 permanently. Firstly, the rear section of the safety helmet 103 is cleaned and an adhesive tape 102 may be employed to attach the retainer member 98 to the helmet 103. With the spigot opening 1 01 facing downward, the retainer member 98 is attached horizontally to the center bottom position of the rear part of the safety helmet 103. With the retainer member 98 firmly attached to the safety helmet 103. the indicator module 88 can be mounted thereto at this stage.
To use the invention, the indicator module 88 is firstly attached into the retainer member 98. All the light signal indicators (57, 58 & 59) would then be ensured to blink once. At this stage, the device can be operated. As the main brake signal indicator 9 of the vehicle is turned on, the brake signal light indicator 58 would emit light accordingly. As the vehicle's main left or right light signal indicator (10 & 11) being turned on, the left and right light signal indicators (57 & 59) would respond accordingly in sync to the main light signal indicators of the vehicle.
Whilst most open top vehicles are designed to transport up to two people, it is vital that the indicator module 88 is being mounted at the most appropriate helmet 103. When the user is riding alone or transporting a child passenger (assumedly of height lower than the adult rider), the indicator module 88 can be attached to the retainer member 98 of the rider's helmet 103. λλTien an adult passenger is being transported, the indicator module 88 is prεferablv attached onto the retainer member 98 of the passengεr's helmet 103.
It is also preferred that the housing of the indicator module 88 is made from flexible material, that is able to suit a vast range of different helmets. It is also preferred that the indicator module 88 is environmentally sealed. High brightness LEDs are preferred as a light source for the light signal indicators (57. 58. 59). Any light emitting source ma}' be used.
While m the foregoing specification this invention has been described in relation to certain preferred embodiments thereof and many details have been set forth for purpose of illustration, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the invention is susceptible to additional embodiments and that certain of the details described herein can be varied considerably without departing from the basic principles of the invention.

Claims

1 . A vehicle complementary signal indicator deλ'icε comprising: a transmitter module (17) having a transmitter circuitry unit (18); and an indicator module (88) having at least one light indicator for left, right, or brake signal (57. 59., & 58). the indicator module (88) being in communication with the transmitter module (17); characterized in that the indicator module (88) is mounted to an operative position (105) that coincides with the vehicle and that is capable to complementarity indicate left, right and brake signal; the indicator module (88) is adapted to exchangeably engage in a transmission with a transmitter module (17) of an another similar complementary signal indicator device; the transmitter module (17) comprises an identification element; and the identification element is configured for the indicator module (88) upon initiation to identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter module (17) for operation.
2. A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed in claim 1 wherein the indicator module (88) is adapted to be automatically activated when in said operative position (105) and automatically deactivated when removed from the operative position (105).
3. A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed in claim 1 is characterized in that the transmitter module (17) is installed on or in the body of the vehicle whereas the indicator module (88) is installed onto the operative position (105) located at the rear part of a user's helmet (103) or any other optimal spot on the vehicle's body.
4. A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed in claim 1 wherein a retainer member (98) is adapted as the operative position (105) for the indicator module (88) characterized in that the indicator module (88) is attached to the retainer member (98).
5. A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed in claim 1 wherein thε retainer membei (98 ) comprises a bracket where the bracket is aαaptεά to mount the indicator module (88)
6 A. Λ ehicle complementan signal indicator deλ ice as claimed m claim 1 \^ herein the indicator module (88) further comprises a human input dev ice (49) and an acm ation sw itch (40)
7 A. vehicle complementar) signal indicator deMce as claimed m claim 5 wherein the bracket of the retainer member (98) comprises a magnet (41 ) for secuimg the indicator module (88)
8 A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed m claim 1 wherein the transmitter circuitr\ unit (18) comprises a connection (14) to a mam brake signal light indicator (9) of the vehicle a connection (15) to a mam left signal light indicator (10) of the vehicle and a connection (16) to a mam right signal light indicator (1 1 ) of the vehicle or an)' of its combination
9 A vehicle complementarλ signal indicator device as claimed m claim 1 wherein the transmitter ciicuitry unit (1 8) comprises a signal conditioning circuit (19) a transmitter encoder (25) a radio fi equenc) transmitter (27) and a transmitter antenna (28) characterized m that the positn e connection (12) the first connection (14) the second connection (15) and the third connection (16) are connected to the signal conditioning circuit (19) the signal conditioning circuit (19) comprises a positive output connected to the positive supply rail of the transmitter encoder (25) and the radio frequency transmitter (27) the negatn e connection (13) is at the common reference (21) of the transmitter circuitry (1 8) the signal conditioning circuit (19) further comprises outputs (22 23 & 24). each correspond to the brake left and right signal, connected to the transmitter encoder (25). the transmitter encoder (25) comprises an output (26) connected to the radio frequenc} transmitter (27) the transmitter antenna (28) is connected to the output of the radio frequency transmitter (27) and the antenna (28) is adapted to send radio frequenc} signal (29) to the indicator module (88) m operation l O 4 \ ehicle complεmentan signal indicator dεΛ icε as claimeα m claim 1 w herein the indicator module (88) farther comprises a the indicator module circuit (30) comprising of a receiver antenna (51 ) a radio freqαencλ rεcεn εr ( 52 ) a human input device (49) a recen εr decoder ^48) adapted to mampulativeh actn atε and deactπ ate the signal light indicators (57 58 <L 59) m response to the mam signal light indicators of the corresponding \ εhiclε characterized m that the leceivei decoder (48) the first second and third outputs (54 55 & 56) are connected corresponding!} to the left brake and right signal light indicators (57 59 58)
1 1 A vehicle complementar} signal indicator device as claimed m claim 6 wherein the human input device (49) is characterized m that the human input deMce (49) is engaged to initiate the indicator module circuit (30) to identify and establish the transmission source from the corresponding transmittei module (1 7) intended for operation
12 A vehicle complementary signal indicator
Figure imgf000018_0001
ice as claimed m claim 6 whei em the activation switch (40) is chaiacteπzed m that once the mdicatoi module (88) is secured into the bracket of the ietamer membei (98) which m turn activates the activation switch (40) to activate the indicator module circuit (30) foi operation and when the indicator module (88) is removed from the bracket of the retainer membei (98). the activation sw itch (40) is deactivated
13 A vehicle complementar} signal indicator device as claimed in claim 10 wherein the receiver antenna (51) is adapted to receive the radio frequency signal (29) from the transmitter antenna (28). the radio frequenc} recen er (52) comprises an input and an output, the receiver antenna (51 ) is connected to the input of the radio frequency receiver (52) and the output of the radio frequenc} recen er (52) is connected to the receiver decoder (48)
14 A λ ehicle complementar} signal indicator deλ ice w ith a matching procedure comprising the steps of initiating the matching procedure the transmitter encodei (25) transmits a capsulated code to the recen er decoder (-8 ) τhε recen er decoder (48) iecen es and de-capsulates the code to obtain the serial number the seπal number is stored into the recen εi εncoαεr s non-λ olatiJε mεmon
15 A Λ ehicle complεmentar} signal indicator deλ lcε comprising a transmittεr module (17) haΛ mg a transmitter circuitn unit Ci S) and an indicator module (88) ha\ mg at least one light indicator for left right or brake signal (57 59. & 58) the indicator module (88) being m communication v* ith the transmitter module (17). characterized m that the indicator module (88) is mounted to an operative position (105) that coincides with the vehicle and that is capable to complementaπly indicate left, right and brake signal the indicator module (88) is adapted to be automatical!) activated when m said operative position (105) and automatically deactivated when remoλ ed from the operative position (105)
16 A vehicle complementary signal mdicatoi device as claimed m claim 15 wherein the indicator module (88) is adapted to exchangeabl) engage in a transmission with a transmitter module (17) of an another similar complementan signal indicator device, the transmitter module (17) comprises an identification element, and the identification element is configuied for the indicator module (88) upon initiation to identify and establish the transmission source from the transmitter module (17) for operation
17 A vehicle complementary signal indicator de\ice as claimed m claim 15 is characterized in that the transmitter module (17) is installed on or m the bod) of the vehicle whereas the indicator module (88) is installed onto the operative position (105) located at the rear part of a user's helmet (103) or an) other optimal spot on the vehicle's bod)
18 A λ'ehicle complemεntary signal indicator dεΛ icε as claimed m claim 15 wherein a retainer member (98) is adapted as the operate, ε position (105) for the indicator module (88) characterized m that the indicator module (88) is attached to the retainer member (98)
19 \ Λ ehicle complementan signal indicator deλ ice as claimed m claim 15 the retainer member ( 98) comprises a bracket where the bracket is adapted to mount the indicator module (88 )
20
Figure imgf000020_0001
icε as claimed m claim 15 wherein the indicator module (88) further comprises a human input deMce (49) and an actπ ation sw itch (40)
21 A. vehicle complementary signal indicator deλ ice as claimed m claim 19 wherein the bracket of the retainer member (98) comprises a magnet (41) for securing the indicator module (88)
22 A vehicle complementary signal indicator device as claimed m claim 15 wherein the transmittei circuitn unit (18) comprises a connection (14) to a mam brake signal light indicator (9) of the Λ ehicle a connection (15) to a mam left signal light indicator (10) of the vehicle and a connection (16) to a mam right signal light indicator (1 1 ) of the vehicle or an\ of its combination
23 A vehicle complementar\ signal indicator device as claimed m claim 15 wherein the transmitter circuitr} unit (18) comprises a signal conditioning circuit (19) a transmitter encoder (25) a radio frequency transmitter (27) and a transmitter antenna (28) characterized in that the positive connection (12) the first connection (14) the second connection (15) and the third connection (16) are connected to the signal conditioning circuit (19) the signal conditioning Circuit (19) compnses a positn e output connected to the positive supply rail of the transmitter encoder (25) and the radio frequency transmitter (27) the negatn e connection (13) is at the common reference (21) of the transmitter circuitr) (18) the signal conditioning circuit (19) further comprises outputs (22 23 SL 24) each correspond to the brake, left and right signal, connected to the transmitter encoder (25) the transmitter encoder (25) comprises an output (26) connected to the radio frequent transmitter (27) the transmitter antenna (28) is connected to the output of the radio frequenc} transmitter (27) and the antenna (28) is adapted to send radio frequencλ signal (29) to the indicator module (88) m opεi ation 24 A. λ ehjcle complemεntan signal indicator deλ ice as claimed m claim 15 wherein the indicator module (88j further comprises a the indicator module circuit (30) comprising of a rεceπ er antenna (51 ) a radio frequence rεceiλ εr (z2) a human input
Figure imgf000021_0001
ice (49) a receiver decoder (48) adapted to mampulatn eh activate and deactivate the signal light indicators (57 58 & 59) m response to the mam signal light indicators of the corresponding λ ehiclε characterized m that the rεcεi\ εr dεcoder (48) the first second and third outputs (54 55 & 56) are connected correspondingly to the left brake and right signal light indicators (57 59 58)
25 A vehicle complementary signal indicator deuce as claimed m claim 20 wherein the human input device (49) is characterized m that the human input device (49) is engaged to initiate the indicator module circuit (30) to identify and establish the transmission source from the corresponding transmitter module (17) intended for operation
26 A vehicle complementary signal indicator deuce as claimed in claim 20 wherein the activation switch (40) is characterized m that once the indicator module (88) is secured into the bracket of the ietamer member (98) which m turn activates the activation switch (40) to activate the indicator module circuit (30) for operation and when the indicator module (88) is removed from the bracket of the retamei member (98). the activation switch (40) is deactivated
27 A vehicle complementary signal indicator deuce as claimed m claim 24 wherein the receiver antenna (51) is adapted to recen e the radio frequency signal (29) from the transmitter antenna (28) the radio frequency receiver (52) comprises an input and an output, the receiver antenna (51) is connected to the input of the radio frequency receiver (52). and the output of the radio frequenc} recen er (52) is connected to the recen er decoder (48)
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