Patents Assigned to Peregrine Incorporated
  • Patent number: 6109847
    Abstract: An organizer for a vehicle cargo area has a telescoping cross member that is connected to a pair of end supports and can be adjusted to continuously variable lengths for fitting into different sized cargo areas. An optional accessory holder can be attached to the organizer and hold safety items such as battery jumper cables, flares, and/or first aid kits. Reflectors are provided on the organizer to improve its visibility, especially when used to warn approaching motorists of a disabled vehicle. The telescoping cross member can also be slidingly attached to the end supports to further allow adjustability in the fore and aft directions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Assignee: Peregrine Incorporated
    Inventors: Dakshesh Patel, James Nixon, Jeffrey L. Konchan
  • Patent number: 6068327
    Abstract: An upwardly folding door for a vehicle is disclosed having a lower door section that pivots inwardly and upwardly toward an upper door section. A pair of struts are attached between the vehicle body and the upper section and a link is attached between each strut and the lower door section. In addition, a shield feature is provided between the upper and lower door sections to cover any gaps that may exist when the door is in an open condition. The door sections have frames that are preferably made from a suitable lightweight material to appreciably reduce the overall weight of the door while still providing desired structural rigidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2000
    Assignee: Peregrine Incorporated
    Inventor: Michael Junginger
  • Patent number: 6053562
    Abstract: A door for a vehicle includes a structural tubular frame member having side members which terminate in laterally extending foot portions. At least one outer panel is connected to the tubular frame member. The door further includes a hinge assembly for connecting the door to a vehicle such that the door is movable relative to the vehicle. A method of making the door for a vehicle is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Peregrine Incorporated
    Inventor: Piotr M. Bednarski