Patent ID: 8077396
Filing Date: 2011-12-13
Classification: B60K,G02B,G03B

Abstract:
1. A display unit for mounting in a vehicle, comprising: an image generator; and a semi-reflective member, configured to move from a non-operational position to an operation position, wherein the semi-reflective member is positioned to reflect light from the image generator in the operational position; a threaded rod rotated by a motor; a carriage having a threaded member, wherein the carriage is pivotably coupled to the semi-reflective member and the carriage is configured to move along the threaded rod by the rotation of the threaded rod; a frame comprising a first rail and a second rail that remain stationary as the semi-reflective member is moving; a first trolley device and a second trolley device configured to ride along the first rail and the second rail, wherein the first and second trolley devices are pivotably coupled to the semi-reflective member; wherein, as the carriage rides along the threaded rod and the first and second trolley devices ride along the first and second rails, the pivotal couplings of the carriage and the trolleys with the semi-reflective member are configured to cause the semi-reflective member to move longitudinally and rotationally into the operational position.