Patents by Inventor Anthony Nicholas Smith
Anthony Nicholas Smith has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 11999309Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2023Date of Patent: June 4, 2024Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Patent number: 11970217Abstract: A tailgate enclosure for use with a vehicle can include a plurality of cross-members, a first upright, a second upright, and only one additional upright. Each of the cross-members can be vertically spaced apart from an adjacent one of the cross-members and can include a first beam, a second beam, and a central beam having a first end and a second end, the central beam positioned at least partially between the first and second beams. The first upright can secure the first beam of each of the cross-members to a first sidewall of the vehicle and the second upright can secure the second beam of each of the cross-members to a second sidewall of the vehicle. The additional upright can be positioned along the central beam of each of the cross-members between the first and second ends of the central beam.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2023Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11964629Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck, such as at the rear portion. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step provides clearance space relative to a tailgate of the vehicle by displacing a stepping member of the vehicle step in a generally lateral direction. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member. Another advantage is that the vehicle step is readily attachable to the vehicle using already existing connection members, thereby generally eliminating or mitigating the need for customized retrofitting and avoiding undesirable installation cost and time. Further, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2021Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Publication number: 20240092296Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Publication number: 20230331316Abstract: A tailgate enclosure for use with a vehicle can include a plurality of cross-members, a first upright, a second upright, and only one additional upright. Each of the cross-members can be vertically spaced apart from an adjacent one of the cross-members and can include a first beam, a second beam, and a central beam having a first end and a second end, the central beam positioned at least partially between the first and second beams. The first upright can secure the first beam of each of the cross-members to a first sidewall of the vehicle and the second upright can secure the second beam of each of the cross-members to a second sidewall of the vehicle. The additional upright can be positioned along the central beam of each of the cross-members between the first and second ends of the central beam.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2023Publication date: October 19, 2023Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11724753Abstract: A tailgate enclosure for use with a vehicle can include a plurality of cross-members, a first upright, a second upright, and only one additional upright. Each of the cross-members can be vertically spaced apart from an adjacent one of the cross-members and can include a first beam, a second beam, and a central beam having a first end and a second end, the central beam positioned at least partially between the first and second beams. The first upright can secure the first beam of each of the cross-members to a first sidewall of the vehicle and the second upright can secure the second beam of each of the cross-members to a second sidewall of the vehicle. The additional upright can be positioned along the central beam of each of the cross-members between the first and second ends of the central beam.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2022Date of Patent: August 15, 2023Assignee: Lund Motion Products. Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11713012Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2021Date of Patent: August 1, 2023Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Publication number: 20220396318Abstract: A tailgate enclosure for use with a vehicle can include a plurality of cross-members, a first upright, a second upright, and only one additional upright. Each of the cross-members can be vertically spaced apart from an adjacent one of the cross-members and can include a first beam, a second beam, and a central beam having a first end and a second end, the central beam positioned at least partially between the first and second beams. The first upright can secure the first beam of each of the cross-members to a first sidewall of the vehicle and the second upright can secure the second beam of each of the cross-members to a second sidewall of the vehicle. The additional upright can be positioned along the central beam of each of the cross-members between the first and second ends of the central beam.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2022Publication date: December 15, 2022Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11433953Abstract: A tailgate enclosure for use with a vehicle can include a plurality of cross-members, a first upright, a second upright, and only one additional upright. Each of the cross-members can be vertically spaced apart from an adjacent one of the cross-members and can include a first beam, a second beam, and a central beam having a first end and a second end, the central beam positioned at least partially between the first and second beams. The first upright can secure the first beam of each of the cross-members to a first sidewall of the vehicle and the second upright can secure the second beam of each of the cross-members to a second sidewall of the vehicle. The additional upright can be positioned along the central beam of each of the cross-members between the first and second ends of the central beam.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2020Date of Patent: September 6, 2022Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Publication number: 20220219633Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2021Publication date: July 14, 2022Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Publication number: 20220153197Abstract: A horizontally moving retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle, such as a low to the ground vehicle like a van. The horizontal vehicle step can provide access to different portions of the vehicle. Further, the horizontal vehicle step can act as a safety mechanism to reduce potential harm to a user in accidentally stepping in gaps between the vehicle and a curb.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2022Publication date: May 19, 2022Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11332004Abstract: A door assembly that includes a pocket having a biasing bore configured to accommodate a biasing member; a bezel attached to the pocket; and a door having a cam and at least one axle. The bezel has at least one axle slot. The at least one axle is received into the at least one axle slot and the biasing member is configured to apply an urging force onto the cam.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2020Date of Patent: May 17, 2022Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Publication number: 20220144079Abstract: A door assembly that includes a pocket having a biasing bore configured to accommodate a biasing member; a bezel attached to the pocket; and a door having a cam and at least one axle. The bezel has at least one axle slot. The at least one axle is received into the at least one axle slot and the biasing member is configured to apply an urging force onto the cam.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2020Publication date: May 12, 2022Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Publication number: 20220063502Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck, such as at the rear portion. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step provides clearance space relative to a tailgate of the vehicle by displacing a stepping member of the vehicle step in a generally lateral direction. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member. Another advantage is that the vehicle step is readily attachable to the vehicle using already existing connection members, thereby generally eliminating or mitigating the need for customized retrofitting and avoiding undesirable installation cost and time. Further, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2021Publication date: March 3, 2022Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11260798Abstract: A horizontally moving retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle, such as a low to the ground vehicle like a van. The horizontal vehicle step can provide access to different portions of the vehicle. Further, the horizontal vehicle step can act as a safety mechanism to reduce potential harm to a user in accidentally stepping in gaps between the vehicle and a curb.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2018Date of Patent: March 1, 2022Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11198350Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of a convertible sliding top assembly for use with a vehicle. The convertible sliding top assembly can create an opening on the top of the vehicle by rotating a plurality of arms and folding over a soft cover. The assembly can be designed and shaped to improve aerodynamics when the vehicle is moving and prevent the buildup of water on the soft cover.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2019Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
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Patent number: 11180100Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2020Date of Patent: November 23, 2021Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Patent number: 11173845Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck, such as at the rear portion. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step provides clearance space relative to a tailgate of the vehicle by displacing a stepping member of the vehicle step in a generally lateral direction. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member. Another advantage is that the vehicle step is readily attachable to the vehicle using already existing connection members, thereby generally eliminating or mitigating the need for customized retrofitting and avoiding undesirable installation cost and time. Further, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2019Date of Patent: November 16, 2021Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 11142263Abstract: An improved vehicle cargo tailgate enclosure particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. The tailgate enclosure comprises two side walls and a rear wall. The rear wall is configured to slope upwardly and rearwardly to provide additional storage space to a cargo bed of a vehicle. The cargo tailgate enclosure further comprises tubular members which comprise a non-circular cross section which provide exceptional strength a structural stability to the cargo tailgate enclosure. The cargo tailgate enclosure further comprises a plurality of upright members. Some of the upright members are configured to attach the cargo tailgate enclosure to a vehicle and to cap the tubular members. Other upright members are configured to support the tailgate enclosure against the surface cargo bed or a tailgate of a vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2019Date of Patent: October 12, 2021Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Publication number: 20210053520Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2020Publication date: February 25, 2021Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, IV