Electronic vibration dampening central rearview reinforcing assembly

Abstract

A reinforcing structure for an automobile's central rearview mirror which includes an electronic vibration-dampening device. The reinforcing structure includes Piezo electric elements attached to a support structure, a clamping mechanism to stabilize the reflective mirror element and electronics including LEDs to dissipate energy extracted from the mirror. The vibration-dampening features include Piezo electric crystals attached to a support structure to press against the central rearview mirror housing and a circuit card with various components to dissipate unwanted vibration. Also, the invention includes a spring loaded, pivoted clamping system to further stabilize the entire structure. The invention achieves dampening mainly through the application of an inertial dampening system that utilizes Piezo crystals and weights to adequately absorb excess vibration. The invention allows for compatibility between various styles of rearview mirrors as well as allowing for adjustment of the angle of the mirror through a detachable pivot which attaches the inertial dampening system connected to the support structure to a clamping base. The proposed invention can adequately dampen dangerous and unwanted vibration as well as provide an entertaining indication as to when vibrations are being suppressed electronically.