Device and method for generating an audible signal in a motor vehicle

摘要

A device for generating an audible signal using an audible unit of a motor vehicle, particularly when the motor vehicle performs an evasive maneuver. The device includes a striking member situated substantially in the motor vehicle; the striking member includes a contacting portion. The device also includes an enclosing member situated in a close proximity to the striking member; the enclosing member includes a contacting unit electrically connected to the striking member for generating an activating signal when the motor vehicle is performing an evasive maneuver. The device further includes a third unit having a first end for electrically communicating with the enclosing member. The third unit also has a second end providing an output signal to the audible unit of the motor vehicle in response to the activating signal, and the output signal being provided for a predetermined time period.