Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Cary Moreth

Edward F Bulgajewski

Erik Arnold

James A Turek

Kenneth G Irish

Michael M Cubon

Timothy A Norris

Laurence M Hearn

The present invention is directed to a system for reducing condensation on the inner surface of a vehicle light cover, and preventing or deicing ice build up on the exterior of the cover. In an embodiment, a heater is mounted to a carrier and the heat produced by the heater prevents the occurrence of condensation on the inner surface of the light cover or build up of ice on the outer surface. In an embodiment, one or more vents may be provided in the carrier and one or more corresponding holes may be provided in the heater so as to increase the flow of air across the inner surface of the light cover. A controller may be provided to control activation of the heater.

Vehicle light heater

A power distribution system is provided for an automobile mirror assembly or the like, and includes a flexible membrane having electrical traces electrically connected to the vehicle electrical system, and connecting sites for electrically connecting to various power consumers in the mirror assembly.

Power distribution system

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Bloomingdale, IL, United States of America

Cary Moreth