Patents Assigned to Lund Motion Products, Inc.
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Patent number: 10513224Abstract: Vehicle step assist systems and methods are provided. The steps systems are configured for installation (e.g., after market installation) and use with a vehicle. The system can include a stepping member. The system can further include a vehicle interface configured to electronically communicate with an existing communication bus of the vehicle, such as through a connection with an existing electronics port of the vehicle. A controller of the step system can be configured to process information received from the vehicle interface and, based at least partly on the processing of the information, perform certain operations.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2018Date of Patent: December 24, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10493920Abstract: 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: June 30, 2017Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10457337Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 17, 2017Date of Patent: October 29, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10435088Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of a reinforcement or brace that can be installed on the tailgate of a vehicle. The reinforcement can provide structural support for heavier mounted objects, such as tires, as well as allowing for different attachment points. Advantageously, the tailgate hinge does not need to be removed or replaced.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2019Date of Patent: October 8, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10399421Abstract: A tonneau cover and a method of attachment are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a self-energizing clamp can be used to retain a tonneau cover onto a side wall of a truck bed, or other vehicle bed. In some embodiments, the clamp can be rotated between a usage position and a storage position in order to prevent the clamp from incidental movement or harm while accessing the truck bed.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2017Date of Patent: September 3, 2019Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Anthony Smith, Dean Mettler
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Patent number: 10322677Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: July 3, 2018Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 10227097Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of a reinforcement or brace that can be installed on the tailgate of a vehicle. The reinforcement can provide structural support for heavier mounted objects, such as tires, as well as allowing for different attachment points. Advantageously, the tailgate hinge does not need to be removed or replaced.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2017Date of Patent: March 12, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10195997Abstract: 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: November 10, 2016Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 10183624Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 9, 2017Date of Patent: January 22, 2019Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 10173735Abstract: 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: March 3, 2017Date of Patent: January 8, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 10106088Abstract: Powered retractable vehicle step assist systems and methods are provided. The steps systems are configured for installation (e.g., after market installation) and use with a vehicle. The system can include a stepping member movable between a retracted position and a deployed position with respect to the vehicle. The system can further include a vehicle interface configured to electronically communicate with an existing communication bus of the vehicle, such as through a connection with an existing electronics port of the vehicle. A controller of the step system can be configured to process information received from the vehicle interface and, based at least partly on the processing of the information, cause movement of the stepping member between the retracted position and the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2017Date of Patent: October 23, 2018Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 10077016Abstract: 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: January 16, 2017Date of Patent: September 18, 2018Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Eric Charles Bajza, William Franklin Bibb, VI
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Patent number: 10065486Abstract: 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: February 10, 2016Date of Patent: September 4, 2018Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Anthony Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
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Patent number: 10053017Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 27, 2017Date of Patent: August 21, 2018Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Nicholas Smith
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Patent number: 9944231Abstract: A retractable vehicle step is attachable to a vehicle or truck. The vehicle step facilitates access to a cargo hold, interior, or roof of the vehicle. Advantageously, the vehicle step may provide 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. Advantageously, the vehicle step may be pulled out from under the vehicle by the foot of a user. 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. Finally, the vehicle step may be configured into at least two different arrangements for attachment to a vehicle utilizing the same components.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2016Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 9840136Abstract: A tonneau cover and a method of attachment are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a self-energizing clamp can be used to retain a tonneau cover onto a side wall of a truck bed, or other vehicle bed. In some embodiments, the clamp can be rotated between a usage position and a storage position in order to prevent the clamp from incidental movement or harm while accessing the truck bed.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2016Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Anthony Smith, Dean Mettler
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Patent number: 9834259Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 23, 2016Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 9834147Abstract: Powered retractable vehicle step assist systems and methods are provided. The steps systems are configured for installation (e.g., after market installation) and use with a vehicle. The system can include a stepping member movable between a retracted position and a deployed position with respect to the vehicle. The system can further include a vehicle interface configured to electronically communicate with an existing communication bus of the vehicle, such as through a connection with an existing electronics port of the vehicle. A controller of the step system can be configured to process information received from the vehicle interface and, based at least partly on the processing of the information, cause movement of the stepping member between the retracted position and the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2016Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: Anthony Smith
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Patent number: 9701249Abstract: 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: July 29, 2015Date of Patent: July 11, 2017Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventors: Horst Leitner, Anthony Smith
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Patent number: D862357Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2017Date of Patent: October 8, 2019Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.Inventor: William Franklin Bibb, VI