Gentex has been granted a patent for a system that secures a motor to a circuit board in a rearview assembly. The system includes a motor connection printed circuit board with slots for motor terminals, conductive traces for electrical connections, and a ferrite for enhanced performance. GlobalData’s report on Gentex gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Motor connection system for rearview assembly circuit board
The patent US12043178B2 outlines a system designed to secure a motor to a circuit board within a rearview assembly. The system includes a display element, a motor with at least two terminals, a motherboard featuring a connection header, and a motor connection printed circuit board (PCB). This PCB has a body portion with defined slots for the motor terminals, which are electrically connected to conductive traces leading to the end portion of the PCB. Additionally, the system incorporates at least one ferrite positioned near the motor to enhance performance. The design allows for user interaction through a user interface that can control the motor, enabling the display element to change orientation and switch between mirror and display modes based on user inputs.
The patent further details the method of connecting the motor to the circuit board, which involves inserting the motor terminals into the PCB slots and securing them to establish electrical connections. The end portion of the PCB is designed to fit into the motherboard's connection header, facilitating the electrical link between the motor and the motherboard. The connection header is specified as an edge connection header, and the patent also mentions the potential inclusion of capacitors on the PCB. The claims emphasize the secure attachment of motor terminals via solder connections, ensuring reliable operation within the rearview assembly.
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