Description:Title: PIVOT SCREW OF AN AIMING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE LAMP

TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle lamp, and more particularly, to a pivot screw of an aiming system for a vehicle lamp.

BACKGROUND
[0002] In general, automotive vehicle lamps comprises a housing, which is closed by a transparent wall in which a lighting module is placed. The lighting module comprises mainly a light source unit and an optical system, which can modify at least one parameter of the light. The optical system comprises optical components such as a reflector, a lens, and optionally a diffusing element or a collimator. The housing may also accommodate various other elements, such as an aiming system. With the help of the aiming system, the lighting module can be movable relative to the housing to adjust the orientation of the illuminated beam. Fig.1 shows an enlarged view of a portion of a vehicle lamp, according to prior art. The vehicle lamp comprises a heat sink 120, which is positioned proximate to the aiming system 100 as shown in Fig.1. Further, as can be seen from Fig.1, the aiming system 100 comprises three connection points 105, 110, 115 by means of which the orientation of the illumination beam is adjusted. Due to the limited space availability inside the vehicle lamp, it may not be possible to increase the size of the heat sink, as the aiming system is proximate to the heat sink. Further, it is not possible to arrange the aiming system at a different location inside the vehicle lamp, as the aiming system has to be positioned at a rear side of the lighting module.
[0003] Further, in known vehicle lamps, the heat sink and a light source support (Printed Circuit Board) carrying the light source unit are fastened to each other by means of a mechanical component, for instance, a screw. Hence, in known vehicle lamps, an additional fixation component is required to attach the light source support and the heat sink.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0004] An object of the present invention is to solve the disadvantages described above. In particular, the object of the present invention is to provide a vehicle lamp in which a light source support and a heat sink can be attached using a component of an aiming system.
[0005] Another object of the present invention is to provide a larger space for accommodating a heat sink inside a vehicle lamp.
[0006] Yet, another object of the present invention is to provide a robust pivot connection for an aiming system, which is free from breakages that may occur due to vibrations.
[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a pivot screw of an aiming system for a vehicle lamp, the pivot screw comprises: a first end comprising a threaded portion extending along a longitudinal axis of the pivot screw and configured to drive into a surface of a heat sink of the vehicle lamp through a light source support fixed onto the heat sink; a second end opposite to the first end including a ball shaped portion configured to be coupled to a support member of the vehicle lamp; and a middle portion disposed between the first end and the second end is ribbed. Thus, in accordance with the present invention, the pivot screw is designed in such a way that it can be employed to perform multiple functions in the vehicle lamp. For instance, the pivot screw can be used as a component for the aiming system of the vehicle lamp to provide a rotation center to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module. Further, the pivot screw can be used as a fastening component to attach the light source support and the heat sink of the vehicle lamp. Advantageously, the design of the pivot screw ensures to have a pivot connection of the aiming system on a component other than a housing of the vehicle lamp, thereby allowing moving the pivot connection based on the space availability inside the vehicle lamp. Further, the need for an additional separate fixation component to hold a PCB with the heatsink is eliminated, thereby reducing space, complexity of design, and cost of the vehicle lamp.
[0008] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the middle portion includes one or more longitudinal ribs extending radially from a shaft of the pivot screw. Advantageously, the middle portion provides an addition strength to the pivot connection such that the pivot screw does not deflect when the stress is applied onto the pivot screw.
[0009] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the one or more longitudinal ribs are evenly spaced around the shaft. For instance, the number of longitudinal ribs are four. It is understood to a person skilled in the art that the number of longitudinal ribs can vary based on the requirements.
[0010] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the one or more longitudinal ribs are unevenly spaced around the shaft.
[0011] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the middle portion extends between a first flange and a second flange, and wherein the first flange is proximate to the threaded portion and the second flange is proximate to the second end.
[0012] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the first flange is configured to abut against a front face of the light source support, wherein the front face is configured to receive at least one light source.
[0013] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the pivot screw further comprises a threadless portion between the second flange and the ball shaped portion.
[0014] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the pivot screw is configured to attach the heat sink and the light source support. Advantageously, by using the pivot screw to attach the light source support and the heat sink, the pivot connection of the aiming system can be moved onto the heat sink, thereby realising a free space to increase the size of the heat sink. By increasing the size of the heat sink, heat dissipated by a light source unit of the lighting module of the vehicle lamp can be effectively dissipated.
[0015] In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, an outer diameter of the middle portion is larger than an outer diameter of the threaded portion.
[0016] The present invention also relates to an aiming system for a vehicle lamp of an automotive vehicle, the aiming system comprises: a horizontal aiming unit configured to adjust an optical axis of a lighting module of the vehicle lamp in a vehicle width direction, wherein the horizontal aiming unit is mounted between a support member and a housing of the vehicle lamp; a vertical aiming unit configured to adjust the optical axis in a vehicle height direction, wherein the vertical aiming unit is mounted between the support member and the housing; and a pivot unit mounted between the support member and a heat sink of a vehicle lamp, wherein the pivot unit comprises a pivot screw as has just been presented.
[0017] The present invention also relates to a lighting module for a vehicle lamp of an automotive vehicle, the lighting module comprises: a support member to support the lighting module; a heat sink; at least one light source mounted on a light source support fixed to the heat sink; and an aiming system as has just been presented.
[0018] The present invention also relates to a vehicle lamp for an automotive vehicle comprising a housing, and at least one lighting module as has just been presented.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0019] To complete the description and to provide a better understanding of the invention, a set of drawings is provided. Said drawings form an integral part of the description and illustrate an embodiment of the invention, which should not be construed as restricting the scope of the invention, but only as an example of how the invention can be carried out. The drawings comprise the following characteristics.
[0020] Fig.1 shows an enlarged view of a portion of a vehicle lamp, according to prior art.
[0021] Fig.2a shows an isometric view of a vehicle lamp, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0022] Fig.2b shows different components accommodated inside the vehicle lamp shown in Fig.2a, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0023] Fig.2c shows an enlarged view of a portion of the vehicle lamp shown in the Fig.2b, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0024] Fig.3 shows a pivot screw of an aiming system for a vehicle lamp, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0025] Fig.4 shows an isometric view of a heat sink of the vehicle lamp shown in Fig.2a, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Fig.5a shows a simulation result when a pivot screw of the prior art is subjected to stress.
[0027] Fig.5b shows a simulation result when a pivot screw according to an embodiment of the present invention is subjected to stress.
[0028] Fig.6 shows a sectional view of a portion of the vehicle lamp shown in the Fig.2a, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0029] Fig.7 shows pivot screws of varying lengths, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0030] Embodiments of the present application will be explained in detail by ways of examples with reference to the accompanied drawings. Throughout the description, same or similar reference numerals represent same or similar parts. The following description of the embodiments with reference to the drawings is intended to explain the general inventive concept of the present application, instead of limiting it to the present invention.
[0031] In the following detailed description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the disclosed embodiments. It will be apparent, however, that one or more embodiments may be practiced without these specific details.
[0032] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing embodiments and is not intended to be limiting and/or restrictive of the disclosure.
[0033] It should be noted that the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
[0034] Also, it will be understood that, although the terms first, second, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, the elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another.
[0035] The term “optical axis” is used herein to refer to an imaginary line or plane that defines a path along or proximate which light propagates.
[0036] The term "vehicle width direction" is used herein to refer to a width direction of a vehicle and corresponds to a left-right direction of the vehicle body.
[0037] The term “vehicle height direction" is used herein to refer to a height direction of a vehicle and corresponds to an up-down direction of the vehicle body.
[0038] The present invention applies preferably to motor vehicle lighting devices. In particular, a motor vehicle lighting device can be a lighting and/or signalling device. As an example, the lighting device can be a front lamp (headlamp) or a rear lamp of a motor vehicle. More specifically, the lighting device may include, without limitation, one or more of the following: a main beam module, a dipped beam module, a daytime running lamp, a lantern, a turn signal lamp, a stop lamp, a position lamp, a direction indicator, and a fog lamp.
[0039] Fig.2a shows an isometric view of a vehicle lamp, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig.2b shows different components accommodated inside vehicle lamp shown in Fig.2a. Fig.2c shows an enlarged view of a portion of the vehicle lamp shown in the Fig.2a.
[0040] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle lamp 200 shown in the Fig.2a comprises a housing 210, which is closed by a transparent outer lens 205. A lighting module 215 (shown in Fig.2b), which illuminates an area in front of the vehicle with light, is received in the housing 210. The vehicle lamp 200 further includes a support member 220 for supporting the lighting module 215. The lighting module 215 and the support member 220 are clearly shown in Fig.2b. The support member 220 is configured to serve as a swivelling center of the lighting module 215 in vertical and horizontal directions. For instance, the support member 220 maybe a bracket of the lighting module 215. The lighting module 215 may be fixed to the support member 220 by means of a mounting part (not shown in Figures) of the lighting module 215. Although a single lighting module 215 is shown in the Fig.2b and Fig.2c, it is understood to a person skilled in the art that the vehicle lamp 200 can include a plurality of lighting modules for performing different types of lighting and/or signalling functions.
[0041] The lighting module 215 comprises at least one light source (not shown in the Figures) associated with an optical system (not shown in the Figures), and configured to emit a light beam along an optical axis of the lighting module 215. The light source maybe any device able to emit light, such as a filament bulb, a gas-discharge bulb, or also a device combining one or more light-emitting semi-conductor light sources, or one or more light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and the like. The optical system maybe configured to modify at least one parameter of the light generated by the light source in order to obtain the desired light beam from the lighting module. The optical system comprises optical components such as a reflector, lens, diffuser, collimator or any other device (not shown in the Figures) that can modify at least one of the parameters of the light generated by the light source, such as its average reflection and/or its direction, or even a combination of a plurality of these elements (not shown in the Figures). The lighting module 215 is configured to perform lighting and/or signalling functions comprising at least one of: Turn indicator (TI) function, DRL function, stop function, position light function, and low beam. In one variant of the invention, the lighting module 215 is configured to perform one or more signalling functions, for example, TI function, DRL function, position light function etc. According to another variant of the invention, the at lightingmodule is configured to perform one or more signalling functions, a high beam function, and a low beam function.

[0042] The vehicle lamp 200 further comprises a heat sink 225 (shown in Fig.2b) for dissipating heat generated when the lighting module 215 is driven, that is, when light is emitted from the at least one light source of the lighting module 215.
[0043] Referring now to Fig.2c, the vehicle lamp 200 is further provided with an optical axis displacement unit or an aiming system 230 configured to displace or adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215, i.e., to adjust the orientation of the illuminated beam emerging out from the lighting module 215. According to a variant of the present invention, the aiming system 230 may be operated manually to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215. For example, by using a tool such as a wrench or the like, the aiming system 230 may be operated manually to adjust the optical axis. According to another variant of the present invention, the aiming operation by the aiming system 230 may be performed automatically to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215. For instance, a tilt angle of a vehicle axle (longitudinal axle) with respect to the road surface is measured by a tilt sensor, and an Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controls the driving of a levelling actuator to adjust the optical axis based on the measured tilt angle. Techniques to perform the automatic adjustment of the optical axis are well known to a person skilled in the art.
[0044] The aiming system 230 comprises a horizontal aiming unit 235, a vertical aiming unit 240 and a pivot unit 245, as shown in the Fig.2c. The horizontal aiming unit 235 and the vertical aiming unit 240 are configured to connect the support member 220 and the housing 210, in particular, a rear wall of the housing 210 . The horizontal aiming unit 235 is configured to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215 in a vehicle width direction and the vertical aiming unit 240 is configured to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215 in a vehicle height direction. Further, the pivot unit 245 is configured to connect the support member 215 and the heat sink 225, and the pivot unit 245 is configured to provide a rotation center to adjust the optical axis. In an aspect, the horizontal aiming unit 235 is positioned away from the pivot unit 245 in horizontal direction and the vertical aiming unit 240 is positioned away from the pivot unit 245 in vertical direction, as shown in Fig.2c. In other words, the horizontal aiming unit 235 is horizontally aligned with the pivot unit 245, and the vertical aiming unit 240 is vertically aligned with the pivot unit 245. That is to say, the horizontal aiming unit 235, the vertical aiming unit 240, and the pivot unit 245 are positioned in such a way that they form a triangle. Further, the horizontal aiming unit 235, the vertical aiming unit 240, and the pivot unit 245 are arranged on a rear side of the lighting module 215.
[0045] As mentioned above, the support member 220 is pivotally connected to the housing 210 in such a manner that the support member 220 may be tiltable in the right-and-left direction and in up-and-down direction, i.e., in the vehicle width direction and the vehicle height direction, respectively, relative to the housing 210.
[0046] Fig.3 shows a pivot screw of an aiming system for a vehicle lamp, according to an embodiment of the present invention. As mentioned above, the aiming system 230 comprises the pivot unit 245. The pivot unit 245 comprises the pivot screw 250 shown in the Fig.3. The pivot screw 250 comprises: a first end 250a, a second end 250b opposite to the first end 250a, and a middle portion 250c disposed between the first end 250a and the second end 250b. In an embodiment, the middle portion 250c may be ribbed. The first end 250a comprises a threaded portion 260a extending along a longitudinal axis (A) of the pivot screw 250 and configured to drive into a surface of the heat sink 225 of the vehicle lamp 200 through a light source support 275 (shown in Fig.4), for example, a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) fixed onto the heat sink 225. The second end 250b comprises a ball shaped portion 260b configured to be coupled to the support member 220. The pivot screw 250 is configured to attach the heat sink 225 and the light source support 275.
[0047] As can be seen from the Fig.3, the middle portion 250c includes one or more longitudinal ribs 267 extending radially from a shaft 266 of the pivot screw 250. The shaft 266 extends along the longitudinal axis (A) of the pivot screw 250. In one aspect, the one or more longitudinal ribs 267 are evenly spaced around the shaft 266. In another aspect, the one or more longitudinal ribs 267 are unevenly spaced around the shaft 266. Further, as can be seen from the Fig.3, an outer diameter of the middle portion 250c is larger than an outer diameter of the threaded portion 260a.
[0048] The middle portion 250c extends between a first flange 265a and a second flange 265b.The first flange 265a is proximate to the threaded portion 260a and the second flange 265b is proximate to the second end 250b. For instance, the first flange 265a and the second flange 265b are annular in shape. Further, the threaded portion 260a may extend up to a first face 265c of the first flange 265a. Here, the first face 265c refers to the face that is facing the first end 250a. The first face 265c is configured to abut against a front face of the light source support 275 (shown in Fig.4). Here, the front face refers to a face, which receives a light source unit comprising the at least one light source.
[0049] In one aspect, the pivot screw 250 further comprises a threadless portion 260c between the second flange 265b and the ball shaped portion 260b. In another aspect, the pivot screw 250 may comprise a threaded portion between the second flange 265b and the ball shaped portion 260b. Thus, in accordance with the present invention, the pivot screw 250 is designed in such a way that it can be employed to perform multiple functions in the vehicle lamp 200. For instance, the pivot screw 250 can be used as a component of the aiming system 230 to provide the rotation center to adjust the optical axis of the lighting module 215 of the vehicle lamp 200, and for attaching the heat sink 225 and the light source support 275.
[0050] Fig.4 shows an isometric view of a heat sink of the vehicle lamp shown in Fig.2a. The housing 210 shown in the Fig.2a is provided with an opening (not shown in the Figures); in particular, an opening is provided on the rear wall of the housing 210. The heat sink 225 is fitted and attached to the opening via a sealing member 270. For example, the sealing member 270 is a gasket. The heat sink 225 comprises a base plate 280 that is arranged to close the opening from inside of the housing, and a plurality of radiating fins 285 that protrude from a rear face 280b of the base plate 280 into space outside the housing 210. Further, a front face 280a, which is opposite to the rear face 280b, is configured to receive the light source support 275. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first end 250a of the pivot screw 250 of the pivot unit 245 is fixed to the heat sink 225, as can be seen from the Fig.4. The threaded portion 260a of the first end 250a is inserted into the surface, i.e., into the base plate 280 of the heat sink 225 through a through hole (not shown in the Figures) of the light source support 275. For instance, the base plate 280 of the heat sink 225 may be formed with an insertion hole (not shown in Figures) such that the threaded portion 260a of the pivot screw 250 is threadably engaged within the insertion hole of the heat sink 225.
[0051] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the heat sink 225 is fixedly mounted in the vehicle lamp 200, and the support member 220 is movable relative to the heat sink 225. That is to say, the heat sink 225 on which the pivot screw 250 is fastened does not participate in an aiming operation, i.e., in adjusting the optical axis of the vehicle lamp 200.
[0052] The pivot unit 245 of the aiming system 230 shown in the Fig.2c further comprises a pivot aiming nut (not shown in the Figures). The pivot screw 250 is configured to couple to the support member 220 via the pivot aiming nut to provide the pivot connection. The ribbed middle portion 250c of the pivot screw 250 ensures to provide robust pivot connection. That is to say, the pivot connection is free from breakages that may occur, for example, when the vehicle is subjected to vibrations.
[0053] Fig.5a shows a simulation result when a pivot screw of the prior art is subjected to stress. Fig.5b shows a simulation result when a pivot screw according to an embodiment of the present invention is subjected to stress.
[0054] Stress analysis were performed on the pivot screw 250 of the present invention and the pivot screw 150 of the prior art, under certain mechanical loading to ensure reliability of the pivot connection. From the results, it is understood that the pivot screw 250 of the present invention is capable of withstanding the stress compared to the pivot screw 150 of the known arts. In other words, as can be seen from the Fig.5a, the pivot screw 150 of the known arts deflected more in downward direction compared to the pivot screw 250 of the present invention shown in the Fig.5b, when the stress is applied. Hence, it is understood that the pivot screw 250 of the present invention is capable of providing robust pivot connection.
[0055] Fig.6 shows a sectional view of a portion of the vehicle lamp shown in the Fig.2a. From the Fig.6, it is understood that the pivot screw 250 is adapted to attach the light source support 275 and the heat sink 225, and also the first flange 265a of the pivot screw 250 abut against the light source support 275, thereby providing a reliable connection between the light source support 275 and the heat sink 225. Thus, by using the pivot screw 250 as the fastening component to attach the light source support 275 and the heat sink 225, an additional fastening component such as a screw that is generally employed in known vehicle lamps can be avoided. Thereby the present invention ensures to achieve multiple functions with fewer components compared to known vehicle lamps, hence minimising the cost for manufacturing the vehicle lamps.
[0056] Fig.7 shows pivot screws of varying lengths, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to one non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, pivot screws 300a, 300b, 300c of varying lengths can be manufactured by adjusting length of the middle portion 250c. Based on the space availability inside the vehicle lamp, a pivot screw of suitable length can be manufactured. For instance, a slider block of a molding device, (not shown in Figures) which is used to manufacture the pivot screw, can be adjusted in order to vary the length of the middle portion to produce the pivot screws 300a, 300b, 300c of varying lengths.
[0057] During operation, the aiming system 230 allows to adjust the optical axis. As discussed previously, by using the horizontal aiming unit 235, the optical axis can be adjusted in the vehicle width direction. In particular, by rotation operation of a horizontal aiming screw (not shown in Figures) of the horizontal aiming unit 235, the optical axis can be adjusted in the vehicle width direction. Likewise, by rotation operation of a vertical aiming screw of the vertical aiming unit 240, the optical axis can be adjusted in the vehicle height direction. During the rotation operation of the horizontal aiming screw or the vertical aiming screw, the pivot unit 245 acts as the rotation center around which the lighting module 215 rotates, thereby adjusting the optical axis.
[0058] The person skilled in the art realizes that the present invention by no means is limited to the preferred embodiments described above. On the contrary, many modifications and variations are possible within the scope of the appended claims. In addition, the skilled person readily realizes that the different embodiments described herein may be combined freely to obtain new combinations.
[0059] Additionally, variations to the disclosed embodiments can be understood and effected by the skilled person in practicing the claimed invention, from a study of the drawings, the disclosure, and the appended claims. In the claims, the word “comprising” does not exclude other elements or steps, and the indefinite article “a” or “an” does not exclude a plurality. The mere fact that certain measures are recited in mutually different dependent claims does not indicate that a combination of these measured cannot be used to advantages.

LIST OF REFERENCE SIGNS
200 Vehicle lamp
205 Transparent outer lens
210 Housing
215 Lighting module
220 Support member
225 Heat sink
230 Aiming system
235 Horizontal aiming unit
240 Vertical aiming unit
245 Pivot unit
250 Pivot screw
250a First end of the pivot screw
250b Second end of the pivot screw
250c Middle portion of the pivot screw
260a Threaded portion of the pivot screw
260b Ball shaped portion of the pivot screw
260c Threadless portion of the pivot screw
265a First flange of the pivot screw
265b Second flange of the pivot screw
265c First face of the first flange
266 Shaft of the pivot screw
267 Longitudinal ribs
270 Gasket
275 Light source support (PCB)
280 Base plate
280a Front face of the base plate
280b Rear face of the base plate
285 Radiating fins of the heat sink
300a, 300b, 300c Pivot screws
, Claims:We claim:

1. A pivot screw (250) of an aiming system (230) of a vehicle lamp (200), the pivot screw (250) comprises:
a first end (250a) comprising a threaded portion (260a) extending along a longitudinal axis (A) of the pivot screw (250) and configured to drive into a surface of a heat sink (225) of the vehicle lamp (200) through a light source support (275) fixed onto the heat sink (225);
a second end (250b) opposite to the first end (250a) including a ball shaped portion (260b) configured to be coupled to a support member (220) of the vehicle lamp (200); and
a middle portion (250c) disposed between the first end (250a) and the second end (250b) is ribbed.

2. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the middle portion (250c) includes one or more longitudinal ribs (267) extending radially from a shaft (266) of the pivot screw (250).

3. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the one or more longitudinal ribs (267) are evenly spaced around the shaft (266).

4. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the one or more longitudinal ribs (267) are unevenly spaced around the shaft (266).

5. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the middle portion (250c) extends between a first flange (265a) and a second flange (265b), and wherein the first flange (265a) is proximate to the threaded portion (260a) and the second flange is proximate to the second end (250b).

6. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the first flange (265a) is configured to abut against a front face of the light source support (275), wherein the front face is configured to receive at least one light source.

7. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the pivot screw (250) further comprises a threadless portion (260c) between the second flange (265b) and the ball shaped portion (260b).

8. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pivot screw is configured to attach the heat sink (225) and the light source support (275).

9. The pivot screw (250) as claimed in claim 1, wherein an outer diameter of the middle portion (250c) is larger than an outer diameter of the threaded portion (260a).

10. An aiming system (230) for a vehicle lamp (200) of an automotive vehicle, the aiming system (230) comprises,
a horizontal aiming unit (235) configured to adjust an optical axis of a lighting module (215) of the vehicle lamp (200) in a vehicle width direction, wherein the horizontal aiming unit (235) is mounted between a support member (220) and a housing (210) of the vehicle lamp;
a vertical aiming unit (240) configured to adjust the optical axis in a vehicle height direction, wherein the vertical aiming unit (240) is mounted between the support member (220) and the housing (210); and
a pivot unit (245) mounted between the support member (220) and a heat sink (225) of the vehicle lamp (200), wherein the pivot unit (245) comprises a pivot screw (250) as claimed in any one of preceding claims 1 to 9.

11. A lighting module (215) for a vehicle lamp (200) of an automotive vehicle, the lighting module (215) comprises: a support member (220) to support the lighting module (215); a heat sink (225); at least one light source mounted on a light source support (275) fixed to the heat sink (225); and an aiming system (230) as claimed in preceding claim 10.

12. A vehicle lamp (200) for an automotive vehicle comprising a housing (210), and at least one lighting module (215) as claimed in preceding claim 11.

DigitallySigned
KARTHIK NARASIMHAN S
IN/PA No.:2932,
Agent for the Applicant

Dated: 20th October 2022