ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 3 -- United States Patent no. 12,780,149, issued on Nov. 3.
"Vehicle wiper and washer actuation system" was invented by Scott Jason Matiyow (Tallahassee, Fla.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A vehicle windshield wiper and washer activation system that allows the control of these devices from outside the vehicle. A remote switch or switches is provided at a convenient location, such as the side of the fender or in front of the grill. An optional wireless connection may also be provided. In the wireless embodiment, a separate actuating device such as a dedicated transmitter or smartphone is used to control the wipers and the delivery of washer fluid."
The patent was filed ...