Patents Assigned to AMP Research
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Publication number: 20140008889Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a rear portion of a vehicle or truck. 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2013Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: 89908, INC., DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20140008891Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2013Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: 89908, INC., DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20140008890Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having an upper stepping surface, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The first and second arms can be generally planar linkages.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2013Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: 88908, Inc. dba AMP ResearchInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20130119693Abstract: An improved truck bed extender particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. When not being used to extend the truck bed, the extender is advantageously adapted to quickly and easily create a secondary storage area. In one embodiment, the extender includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a connecting wall, a first mount and a second mount. The connecting wall extends between the first side wall and the second side wall, and cooperates with the first side wall and second side wall to form a frame. The first mount is secured to the first side wall and includes a first interlocking member. The second mount is secured to the second side wall and comprises a second interlocking member. The first interlocking member and a first mounting station on the vehicle and the second interlocking member and a second mounting station on the vehicle cooperate to secure the truck bed extender to the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2012Publication date: May 16, 2013Applicant: 89908, INC. D/B/A AMP RESEARCHInventor: 89908,INC. D/B/A AMP RESEARCH
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Publication number: 20130038035Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having an upper stepping surface, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The first and second arms can be generally planar linkages.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2012Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: 89908, INC. DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20130001973Abstract: A vehicle bed extender adapted for simultaneous adjustment of both length and width. The extender includes a first side wall, a second side wall, and a connecting wall. The first and second side walls can attach to the vehicle storage bed, while the connecting wall attaches to the side walls in a sliding configuration along a direction nonparallel to the length and width of the bed extender. The connecting wall can also be composed of multiple cross members with middle portions of varying length such that the middle portions of the cross members are not vertically oriented. The vehicle bed extender can also be supported by a mount at the front end of the vehicle bed that supports the connecting wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2011Publication date: January 3, 2013Applicant: 88908, INC. dba AMP RESEARCHInventor: Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20120319423Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2012Publication date: December 20, 2012Applicant: 89908, INC. DBA AMP RESEARCHInventor: Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20110298262Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly that elevates and rotates to enhance passenger seat access is disclosed. The vehicle seat assembly includes a seat and a plurality of links pivotally coupled to a lower surface of the seat at one end of each of the links and pivotally mounted with respect to a vehicle floor at the opposite end of each of the links. A motor may be used to drive at least one link to actuate the seat.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2011Publication date: December 8, 2011Applicant: 89908 INC., DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Bernard Leitner
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Publication number: 20110175387Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2010Publication date: July 21, 2011Applicant: 89908, Inc., dba AMP RESEARCHInventor: Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20110115187Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a rear portion of a vehicle or truck. 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2010Publication date: May 19, 2011Applicant: 89908, INC., DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20110101720Abstract: An improved truck bed extender particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. When not being used to extend the truck bed, the extender is advantageously adapted to quickly and easily create a secondary storage area. In one embodiment, the extender includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a connecting wall, a first mount and a second mount. The connecting wall extends between the first side wall and the second side wall, and cooperates with the first side wall and second side wall to form a frame. The first mount is secured to the first side wall and includes a first interlocking member. The second mount is secured to the second side wall and comprises a second interlocking member. The first interlocking member and a first mounting station on the vehicle and the second interlocking member and a second mounting station on the vehicle cooperate to secure the truck bed extender to the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: 89908, INC. D/B/A AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Jonathan Weisel
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Publication number: 20110068597Abstract: A vehicle storage assembly can cover a vehicle storage area such as an interior console or a cargo box. The storage assembly can include a base and a lid. The lid can be opened from two sides to allow easy access for a driver and passengers to an interior storage compartment. The base includes at least two rods, which can act as axles for the lid to pivot about. The lid includes at least one rotation member or guide which can be released from the rod only when the lid is in a desired position, for example, a closed position. The lid can include a latch for each rod. The lid can have a lock to secure one or both of the latches with the lid in a closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2010Publication date: March 24, 2011Applicant: 89908, Inc., dba AMP RESEARCHInventor: Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20100237581Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2009Publication date: September 23, 2010Applicant: 89908, INC., DBA AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20100059962Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having a stepping deck, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2009Publication date: March 11, 2010Applicant: 88908, Inc. dba AMP ResearchInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20090250957Abstract: A vehicle bed extender particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. The extender includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a connecting wall, a first mount, a second mount, a first mounting station, and a second mounting station. The connecting wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall cooperate to form a generally U-shaped frame. The first mounting station and the second mounting station each comprise a stationary portion and a moveable portion configured such that the moveable portion, in a first position, cooperates with the stationary portion to engage the first mount or the second mount and to prevent disengagement. The moveable portion of the first mounting station and the second mounting station can be moved by a manual application of pressure to a second position which allows such disengagement.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2009Publication date: October 8, 2009Applicant: 89908 AMP RESEARCHInventor: Horst Leitner
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Patent number: 7547054Abstract: A vehicle bed extender particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. The extender includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a connecting wall, a first mount, a second mount, a first mounting station, and a second mounting station. The connecting wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall cooperate to form a generally U-shaped frame. The first mounting station and the second mounting station each comprise a stationary portion and a moveable portion configured such that the moveable portion, in a first position, cooperates with the stationary portion to engage the first mount or the second mount and to prevent disengagement. The moveable portion of the first mounting station and the second mounting station can be moved by a manual application of pressure to a second position which allows such disengagement.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2007Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: AMP ResearchInventor: Horst Leitner
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Publication number: 20090072508Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having a stepping deck, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2008Publication date: March 19, 2009Applicant: 88908, Inc. dba AMP ResearchInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20080290626Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having a stepping deck, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2008Publication date: November 27, 2008Applicant: 88908, Inc. dba AMP ResearchInventor: Horst Leitner
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Publication number: 20080100024Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a rear portion of a vehicle or truck. 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2007Publication date: May 1, 2008Applicant: 89908, INC. dba AMP RESEARCHInventors: HORST LEITNER, Anthony Smith
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Publication number: 20080100025Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user. The vehicle step desirably has a covered and protected biasing mechanism for transitioning between retracted and extended positions of the stepping member.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2007Publication date: May 1, 2008Applicant: 89908, INC. dba AMP RESEARCHInventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith