Samvardhana Motherson International has been granted a patent for a sensor device designed for position detection in vehicle rear view devices. The device features a membrane position sensor that functions as a potentiometer, responding to the rotational position of a DC motor-driven shaft. GlobalData’s report on Samvardhana Motherson International gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Samvardhana Motherson International, Vehicle battery cooling systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Samvardhana Motherson International's grant share as of July 2024 was 60%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Position detection sensor for vehicle rear view devices
The patent US12060004B2 describes a sensor device designed for position detection in the drive assembly of a vehicle's rear view device. The core component is a membrane position sensor that functions as a potentiometer, with its resistance varying based on the rotational position of a DC motor-driven shaft. The sensor can be configured in two ways: either one end is fixed to the motor shaft while the other is attached to a reference point, or the sensor is fixed to a reference point with a wiper attached to the motor shaft. The wiper's movement along the sensor's active area generates a controlled voltage output, which ranges from 0.25 V DC to 4.75 V DC, based on the pressure exerted by the wiper.
Additionally, the patent outlines the integration of this sensor device within a drive assembly that can pivot or tilt a head carrying reflective elements, displays, or cameras. The assembly includes multiple shafts driven by DC motors, each associated with a corresponding sensor device. The reference means for the sensor can be provided by various housing components, ensuring accurate position detection. The rear view device can connect these sensors to an electronic control unit, allowing for dual sensors arranged in an 'X' formation to provide positional feedback in two dimensions, enhancing the vehicle's operational capabilities.
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