Patents by Inventor Frank M. TERLEP

Frank M. TERLEP 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).

  • Patent number: 11373465
    Abstract: A test drive system that tracks the status of a repair of a vehicle or a request for a test drive. The system captures information from the vehicle or the operator while the test drive is performed. The data is used to document aspects of the test drive such as distance, speed and performance of the ADAS of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Inventor: Frank M Terlep
  • Publication number: 20110087505
    Abstract: The present invention provides a system and method for the reporting and repair of damage to a vehicle. The system and method may provide a convenient and direct connection between consumers and repair entities. Such a connection allows repair entities and consumers to circumvent insurance steering practices. In some exemplary embodiments a user is able to develop and maintain a preferred group of repair entities. In some embodiments, an electronic device may search for, and allow a user to connect directly to, service companies like rental agencies. Some exemplary embodiments described herein also facilitate the collection and reporting of information related to an accident. In some embodiments, emergency services or other services, such as rental companies, may be located and informed of the accident. Information may be collected and stored for use by repair entities or insurance companies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2010
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Applicant: SUMMIT MOBILE SOLUTIONS, INC.
    Inventor: Frank M. TERLEP