Patent ID: 8277055
Filing Date: 2012-10-02
Classification: B60K,G02B,G03B,H04N

Abstract:
1. A system to display a plurality of different images at a plurality of locations, said system comprising: an image projector configured to project a first image during a first time period, and project a second image distinct from the first image during a second time period distinct from the first time period; and an image propagation control means configured to control a propagation pathway from the projector to each location in accordance with the image output by the image projector, wherein the image propagation control means comprises an electrically switchable transreflective minor (ESTM) operable to a reflection state and a transparent state, wherein the ESTM is configured to reflect the first image toward the first location during the first time period when the ESTM is operated to a reflection state, and pass the second image toward the second location during the second time period when the ESTM is operated to a transparent state.