Abstract: A mobile medical supplies distribution system may include a transportable chassis forming part of a motorized vehicle; a service compartment configured to house a person serving as a medical supplies distribution service agent; a supply of select medical supplies; and one or more delivery drones configured to deliver medical supplies from the service compartment to a location remote from the service compartment.

Abstract: A mobile medical supplies distribution system may include a transportable chassis and a service compartment configured to house a medical supplies distribution service agent. In addition, the system may include a supply of select medical supplies.

Abstract: A drive assist apparatus, including a lane-keeping assist apparatus configured to apply an auxiliary steering torque to a steering mechanism mounted on a vehicle so that the vehicle runs at a predetermined position between lane lines, an operating member configured to be operated by an operator of the vehicle to output an activation signal for activating the lane-keeping assist apparatus, a determining unit configured to determine whether operation of the lane-keeping assist apparatus is necessary, and an outputting unit configured to output at least one of a notify signal for prompting the operator to operate the operating member and the activation signal, when the operating member is inoperative and it is determined that operation of the lane-keeping assist apparatus is necessary by the determining unit.

Abstract: A drag reducing apparatus is provided for use with vehicles having surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus includes an exterior cover that forms a drag reducing shape when the apparatus is fully extended. The apparatus can be retracted to a space saving configuration. A scissors linkage extends and retracts the apparatus. The scissors linkage can be motorized, and the motor can extend the scissors linkage by turning in a first direction and can retract the apparatus by turning in a second direction. The scissors linkage can hold the exterior cover taut when the apparatus is fully extended. The scissors linkage can support the exterior cover at intermediate locations when the apparatus is not fully extended. The apparatus can include support linkages and intermediate moveable members that support the exterior cover and define the drag reducing shape.

Abstract: An aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus is provided for use with vehicles having surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus including an exterior cover supported by moveable frames which in turn are supported by sets of supporting linkages. The moveable frames extend rearward and together with the exterior cover form a drag reducing shape for use in a drag reducing configuration and collapse for use in a space saving configuration.

Abstract: An aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus is provided for use with vehicles having surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus including an exterior cover supported by moveable frames which in turn are supported by sets of supporting linkages. The moveable frames extend rearward and together with the exterior cover form a drag reducing shape for use in a drag reducing configuration and collapse for use in a space saving configuration.

Abstract: An emergency vehicle has a patient compartment and a motor, a generator cooperative with the patient compartment, and a Computerized Tomography (CT) scanner positioned in the patient compartment and connected to the generator so as to supply power to the CT scanner. The CT scanner is releasably affixed to the front wall of the patient compartment. The generator is operable independently of the motor. The front wall of the patient compartment has a receptacle affixed thereto. The CT scanner has at least one pin connector extending toward the front wall. The pin connector is releasably received by the receptacle so as to fix a position of the CT scanner against the front wall.

Abstract: The present invention has an object to improve usability of a vehicle-mounted electronic device. The vehicle-mounted electronic device is configured to execute, when unauthorized content is detected by an unauthorized content detecting unit, an audio reproduction restriction on a display device, and when a volume change operation is executed during the audio reproduction restriction, to cause the display device to display a message indicating that the volume change operation has been executed during the audio reproduction restriction. More specifically, the displayed message indicates that the audio reproduction restriction associated with the unauthorized content reproduction is executed and the volume change operation is also executed during the execution. Therefore, the volume can be changed when next content is reproduced, resulting in preventing unexpected high-volume audio from being outputted and thus improving usability.

Abstract: A quad-bike vehicle (10) having a chassis (12), four wheels (14) rotatably mounted on the chassis (12), an engine (16) for driving at least two of the wheels (14), a seat (18) for a user, a handlebar (20) for steering at least two of the wheels (14), a tow-hitch (22), and a carrier device (24) for mounting on the tow-hitch (22). The carrier device (24) has a foldable platform (26), a back (28), and a tow-hitch attachment element (32) for releasable attachment to the tow-hitch (22). The platform (26) is foldable towards the back (28) to adopt a storage condition, and is foldable down to adopt an in use condition. Preferably, the platform (26) and the back (28) are both planar or substantially planar so that, when folded together, the platform (26) and the back (28) lie in parallel or substantially parallel with each other. With the platform folded down, the carrier device is spaced from the ground. A carrier device (24) which is specifically adapted for a quad-bike vehicle (10) is also provided.

Abstract: A utility vehicle is disclosed that may be used in multiple modes of use, such as a low speed transport vehicle or a golf cart. The vehicle has a rear passenger seat area which can be converted into a golf bag carrying mechanism. The vehicle also has a foot pedestal for use when operating with rear passengers, and which may fold up when not in use.

Abstract: A quad-bike vehicle (10) having a chassis (12), four wheels (14) rotatably mounted on the chassis (12), an engine (16) for driving at least two of the wheels (14), a seat (18) for a user, a handlebar (20) for steering at least two of the wheels (14), a tow-hitch (22), and a carrier device (24) for mounting on the tow-hitch (22). The carrier device (24) has a foldable platform (26), a back (28), and a tow-hitch attachment element (32) for releasable attachment to the tow-hitch (22). The platform (26) is foldable towards the back (28) to adopt a storage condition, and is foldable down to adopt an in use condition. Preferably, the platform (26) and the back (28) are both planar or substantially planar so that, when folded together, the platform (26) and the back (28) lie in parallel or substantially parallel with each other. With the platform folded down, the carrier device is spaced from the ground. A carrier device (24) which is specifically adapted for a quad-bike vehicle (10) is also provided.

Abstract: A utility vehicle is disclosed. The utility vehicle may include storage areas under the dash. The utility vehicle may include suspension systems for utility vehicles having shocks with both a fluidic stiffness adjustment and a mechanical stiffness adjustment. The utility vehicle may include an electrical power steering.

Abstract: A storage compartment, configured to be supported by a vehicle frame, includes a body having an inner surface defining a cavity and an opening for access to the cavity, a door movable between an open position in which the door exposes the opening and a closed position in which the door covers the opening, and a hinge assembly coupling the door and the body. The hinge assembly is enclosed within the cavity when the door is in the closed position. The hinge assembly includes a first four-bar linkage mounted to the body and a second four-bar linkage mounted to the door. The first and second four-bar linkages have at least two unitary links in common.

Abstract: This invention allows for the even distribution of mulch with minimal human effort. Mulch distribution is common with today's homeowner and business owner and will provide a certain aesthetic appeal to the vegetation of a flower bed or the curb appeal of a building. The primary difficulty with mulch distribution is getting the mulch to the site. This device will consist of a dolly, which will enable the user to load a desired quantity of mulch from a central loading site and then transport the mulch easily to the desired area and allow the individual to distribute the mulch evenly. This device can be filled remotely with a mulch truck so that the individual homeowner or business owner does not have to physically lift great amounts of mulch over long periods of time in order to put them on flower beds or around other areas of vegetation.

Abstract: A trash management apparatus in a vehicle includes a recessed portion, a moveable upper drawer, and a stationary lower bin. The drawer moves in one direction within the recessed portion to direct trash into the stationary lower bin. The drawer has a through-opening allowing trash to pass into the lower bin when the drawer is moved in the one direction, with the bin being removable via an access door in an exposed lateral surface of the center console. A sensor detects a presence or level of trash within the bin or the drawer, and an indicator illuminates when a predetermined amount or level of trash is detected. An actuator is alternately connected to the upper drawer to move the drawer in the one direction when a sensor determines that trash in the drawer exceeds a threshold level.

Abstract: A device installation apparatus for a mobile body is disposed in a position sandwiched between a driver's seat 107a and a assistant driver's seat 197b in an automobile vehicle 100, and is constituted by a center console box 109, as an installing means, movable along a rail portion 110, in which a desired device such as a CD player 201, a cassette tape player 202, a DVD player 203 or the like can be installed. Having been constituted as above, it allows passengers seated other than in front seats an easy access to the desired device 200, remarkably improving the convenience of the apparatus.

Abstract: A housing assembly for an electrical energy storage device includes a support structure arranged within a passenger compartment of a vehicle, a combined housing/console structure for concealing, at least partially, the support structure and the electrical energy storage device, and a housing cover, having at least one console feature, for mounting on the housing/console structure.

Abstract: To provide a small-sized vehicle in which a convenient pocket is provided in a single driver's seat portion. Furthermore, a brake master cylinder is disposed by making effective use of space without reduction of the capacity of the pocket, and the maintenance of a reservoir tank of the brake master cylinder thus disposed is ensured. A meter cover portion is disposed in a pocket of an inner panel at a position offset rightwardly from the center in the width direction of the vehicular body to form small and large capacity pocket parts on the right and left sides of the vehicle. A brake pedal is disposed on the right side of a steering column extending in an approximate center line in the width direction of the vehicular body, and a brake master cylinder connected to the brake pedal is disposed behind the meter cover portion. Such a layout is advantageous since it allows a driver to easily operate the pedals while ensuring the pocket capacity.