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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 28, 2007
Filed:
Apr. 28, 2005
Cary Moreth, Bloomingdale, IL (US);
Edward F. Bulgajewski, Genoa, IL (US);
Erik Arnold, Gorxheimertal, DE;
Cary Moreth, Bloomingdale, IL (US);
Edward F. Bulgajewski, Genoa, IL (US);
Erik Arnold, Gorxheimertal, DE;
Illinois Tool Works Inc, Glenview, IL (US);
Abstract
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.