Patents Examined by Hilary L Johns
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Patent number: 10259479Abstract: A game cart for hauling or carrying a large game animal is collapsible between a deployed position and a collapsed position. The game cart includes an extension member moveably connected with a frame. The extension member rotates about a pivot axis to collapse first and second legs inwardly towards the frame. First and second wheels may be removed from operational stub axles on the first and second legs and may be stored on storage stub axles attached to the extension member. When the game cart is collapsed, the wheels are carried by the extension member so as to allow the entire cart to be carried by a strap. After the cart is carried by a hunter to a remote location, the cart is deployed by reversing the steps of collapsing the cart. The cart carries a hunted large game animal, after a hunt, from a remote location in the wilderness.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2017Date of Patent: April 16, 2019Assignee: Altan Safe Outdoors Inc.Inventor: Rafi Sagherian
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Patent number: 10238558Abstract: The invention relates to a backrest assembly for a wheelchair with a backrest frame pivotally connected to a seat or seat frame, a carrying means provided by or attached to the backrest frame, a rotating means rotatable secured to the carrier means, a first sliding means slidable connected to the backrest frame on the rear side of the backrest assembly and connected to the rotating means via a first mechanical link, a second sliding means slidable secured to the backrest frame on the front of the backrest assembly and connected to the rotating means via a second mechanical link, and an actuator for adjusting the backrest assembly between an upright and reclined position with the actuator being connected to the first sliding means for driving the second sliding means via the rotating means to perform a sinusoidal movement.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2015Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: Sunrise Medical GmbHInventor: Markus Kramer
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Patent number: 10239574Abstract: The application relates to a scooter with a very short, compact footboard, the front width of which corresponds to the width of two feet placed side by side on the footboard and the length of the foot plate of which corresponds to the length of the rider's feet. At its front end, the footboard has laterally projecting wings as footrests that are symmetrical to the steering column and the center line, respectively.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2018Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Inventor: Helmut Abel
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Patent number: 10227081Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to pool cleaners that remove debris from water using a plurality of cyclonic flows, or that include a removable impeller subassembly, a check valve for a debris canister, a particle separator assembly having a handle that locks to the pool cleaner, a modular roller drive gear box, or a roller latch that secures a roller to the pool cleaner. Exemplary embodiments are also directed to the check valve and the roller latch themselves. Exemplary embodiments are directed to a filter medium for pool cleaners that includes embossments providing flow channels for water, and to roller assemblies for pool cleaners. Exemplary embodiments are directed to pool cleaners including alternative pump motor engagements. Exemplary embodiments are directed to pool cleaners power supplies that include a potted and contoured power board assembly, and to kickstands therefor. Exemplary embodiments are directed to a pool cleaner caddy, and removable wheels therefor.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2017Date of Patent: March 12, 2019Assignee: Hayward Industries, Inc.Inventors: Garrett Jacob Ferrell, Graham M. Hayes, Omar Enrique Osuna
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Patent number: 10214262Abstract: The invention is based on a wheeled kick-scooter vehicle, comprising: a platform of elongate shape, which is at its rear end provided with a wheel, and which a user may rest at least one foot upon; a steering rod capable of pivoting about a first axis, which is transversal with respect to the forward-motion direction of the vehicle, wherein the rod comprises a first distal end which is provided with a steering device, e.g. a handlebar or a knob, and comprises a second proximal end which is connected to a front wheel via the intermediary of at least one fork straddling the front wheel; wherein the platform is mounted in such a way that it pivots with respect to a second axis that is transversal to the first axis, the platform being thus movable between two extreme positions, namely an active rolling position, in which it is substantially perpendicular to the rod, and a folded-up position in parallel to the rod and close to the latter; wherein the vehicle further comprises a compression mechanism, e.g.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2017Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Assignee: MICRO MOBILITY SYSTEMS AGInventor: Franck Grolleau
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Patent number: 10214904Abstract: A truss structure is suitable for supporting lighting fixtures or other loads both in use and in transport. The truss has at least four elongated chords defining between said chords a first volume generally rectangular in cross-section. In transport, the truss is supported substantially above a surface by castered carriages bearing upon that surface, the carriages connected to said truss and in a first position producing an additional volume between said first volume and said surface. The carriages are attached to the truss so as to permit their rotation between said first position and at least a second position suitable for use while remaining connected to said truss.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2017Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Inventor: Michael Callahan
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Patent number: 10212875Abstract: A farm vehicle includes a seat that converts between sitting and kneeling positions. The seat has three cushions: a first one to support a user's chest and head, a second to supports his knees, and a central cushion that pivots transversely between a lowered position and a raised position. In the lower position, the third cushion supports the user's pelvis in the kneeling position. In the raised position, the third cushion forms a sitting part in a sitting position. The slide-way comprises a supporting slide-way that allows translation of the seat in a direction of travel. The seat is mounted on a base that pivots on the slide-way to allow the first, second, and third cushions to pivot about a vertical pivot axis of the farm vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2016Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Assignee: TOUTI TERREInventors: Ivan Lacrouts-Cazenave, Flore Lacrouts-Cazenave
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Patent number: 10189528Abstract: A self-balancing double-wheeled electrical scooter is provided with an assembly for controlling a travel direction of the self-balancing double-wheeled electrical scooter, wherein, the travel direction of the self-balancing double-wheeled electrical scooter is controlled via a handle, a resilient recoverable component is provided between a scooter body and the handle, the handle is adapted for driving the resilient recoverable component to control the travel direction of the scooter, the resilient recoverable component comprises a stator (101), a rotor (112) and a resilient recoverable unit (111), the rotor (112) is mechanically connected to the handle in a fixed manner directly or indirectly, the stator (101) is mechanically connected to the scooter body (107) in a fixed manner directly or indirectly, the stator (101) and the rotor (112) are connected in a resilient manner via the resilient recoverable unit, the resilient recoverable component further comprises an angle limiting device, the angle limiting deType: GrantFiled: April 28, 2017Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: CHANGZHOU AIRWHEELInventor: Guogang Zuo
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Patent number: 10189477Abstract: In a hybrid vehicle including an engine, an electric motor configured to give braking force to the vehicle, a battery configured to exchange electric power with the electric motor, a hydraulic brake configured to give braking force to the vehicle, and an electronic control unit configured to execute regeneration cooperative control such that braking force is given from the engine, the electric motor, and the hydraulic brake to the vehicle based on a driver's brake-on operation, when an open end voltage of the battery is equal to or greater than a first predetermined voltage, the regeneration cooperative control is limited.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2017Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Keisuke Morisaki
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Patent number: 10183703Abstract: A mud flap assembly includes a flexible elongated spine to which protective scales are permanently or removable attached in a spaced apart array with an overlapping configuration. An attachment, such as an adhesive, magnets, or weatherstrip is fixed to the spine. The attachment secures the spine to a flange or edge of a fender of a vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2018Date of Patent: January 22, 2019Assignee: Jaeger Brothers Automotive Accessories, Inc.Inventors: Jason Jaeger, Jonathan Jaeger
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Patent number: 10173519Abstract: A motor vehicle having a frame-like assembly carrier as a component of a bodywork in the front end region of the motor vehicle which is driven by means of an internal combustion engine. The assembly carrier has an inner side and an outer side and includes a plurality of web-like carriers. In the installation position of the assembly carrier, two lateral carriers spaced apart from each other are connected by an upper carrier with a frame being formed. The upper web-like carrier has at least one air passage defined by the upper carrier which leads from the outer side to the inner side of the assembly carrier. A suction system is arranged on the inner side of the assembly carrier for supplying the internal combustion engine with air. At least one air inlet opening of the suction system adjoins at least one air passage of the upper carrier.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2017Date of Patent: January 8, 2019Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Bert Niessen, Darren John Wood, Stefan Kuehne, Neil McGregor, Scott James Martin, Henry Ward
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Patent number: 10173466Abstract: A releasable wheel assembly is presented. The releasable wheel assembly includes a base plate and a bracket coupled to the base plate. The bracket includes multiple bosses and each boss includes a hole. An axle passing through the hole of each boss. The axle includes a circumferential groove adjacent to each end of the axle. Additionally, a brace is coupled to the base plate and the axle.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2018Date of Patent: January 8, 2019Inventor: Mark C. Carter
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Patent number: 10166860Abstract: A vehicle includes a hood assembly that covers an engine compartment. A multi-stage detachable hood air scoop assembly is connected to the hood assembly. The multi-stage detachable hood air scoop assembly includes an intake component connected directly to the hood assembly. A cover component is releasably connected to the intake component and directly to the hood assembly using releasable connections such that the cover component detaches from the intake component and the hood assembly in response to a predetermined front impact force.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2017Date of Patent: January 1, 2019Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.Inventors: Brandon H. Hanna, James Cunningham, Edgardo Reyes-Crespo, Scott L. Frederick, Phouvadol Khouphongsy
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Patent number: 10160467Abstract: A convertible cart device facilitates transport of a temporary structure and other items needed for use at a stock show, convention or the like. The device includes a pair of wheels coupled to a frame proximate a bottom end of the frame. A handle is removably couplable to a top end of the frame. A noseplate is removably couplable to the frame to define a hand truck. Each of a pair of side panels is removably couplable to the frame with first ends of the side panels being aligned with the top end and second ends of the side panels being outwardly spaced from the bottom end of the frame. The handle is removably couplable to the second ends of the side panels to define a hand cart.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2017Date of Patent: December 25, 2018Inventor: Greg Josephsen
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Patent number: 10155529Abstract: A trailer having a framework configured for selectively switching between a wheel-based towing mechanism and a ski-based towing mechanism and wherein the trailer framework is lightweight and configured for supporting an enclosed trailer that may be constructed of lightweight composite paneling. The trailer framework can also be used with a pivotable and removable tow-bar where the tow-bar is configured with a plurality of pivotable attachment points for pivotably securing to the framework. The tow-bar is also connectable to any tow-vehicle and can be removed from the tow-vehicle and the trailer framework when not in use, or can be pivoted upwardly about the trailer framework for storage.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2017Date of Patent: December 18, 2018Assignee: INTELLI-CORE LLCInventors: Kyle Chas Bjorkman, Jesse Richard Gamble
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Patent number: 10155527Abstract: An appliance-support system in accordance with the present disclosure includes a truss and a rolling support coupled to the truss. The truss is adapted to support an appliance, such as a light, and in combination with other trusses forms a scaffolding for use above an event stage, for example. The system includes collapsible aspects for ease of storage and stacking.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2017Date of Patent: December 18, 2018Assignee: Tiffin Scenic Studios, Inc.Inventors: Brad E. Hossler, Scott T. Almand
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Patent number: 10150435Abstract: A cross member is disposed inside a battery case. The cross member extends in the vehicle width direction at a location that overlaps with rockers as seen in the vehicle width direction. The cross member is more resistant to deformation by a load toward the battery case than a cover portion of the battery case. Therefore, when a load toward the battery case is applied, a transmission path for the load from the rocker at one vehicle width direction side to the rocker at the other vehicle width direction side may be formed by the cross member.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2017Date of Patent: December 11, 2018Assignee: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Kyosuke Kawase, Junichi Takayanagi, Kenichiro Yoshimoto, Daisuke Tanabe
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Patent number: 10150493Abstract: A mobility platform is disclosed for a shopping cart. The mobility platform comprises a platform having an upper surface, a lower surface, a front edge, a rear edge, a primary side and a secondary side. A connector is secured to the platform. The lower surface of the platform abuts the cart handle and the connector engages the cart handle for defining a platform lock and terminating displacement of the platform relative to the shopping cart. A deformable layer is coupled to the upper surface of the platform for cushioning contact between the platform and the individual. The deformable layer engages the individual for defining a cart crutch. The cart crutch assists the individual by transferring weight of the individual to the cart and improving the balance of the individual while in contact with the deformable layer.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2016Date of Patent: December 11, 2018Inventor: Richard E. Harsley
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Patent number: 10137838Abstract: A cart apparatus for moving objects includes a frame that defines a cavity and steps operably coupled to the frame. The steps are movable into and between an inoperable position in which the steps are nested in the cavity and an operable position in which the steps are at least partially outside the cavity. One of the steps and the frame has a guide pin, and the other of the steps and the frame defines a slot in which the guide pin is slideably received. The slot is configured to guide the steps into and between the inoperable position and the operable position as the guide pin slides in the slot.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2017Date of Patent: November 27, 2018Assignee: Cannon Equipment LLCInventor: Clemance Bernard Finstad
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Patent number: 10131370Abstract: A cart is conveniently loaded and unloaded for protected transport of vulnerable artwork of larger dimensions. A cage located at the top of the cart includes perimetric members that confine the artwork safely during transport. One of the perimetric members is selectively removable for opening the cage to admit and release the artwork into and out of the cage through a corresponding side of the cage, thereby avoiding lifting of the artwork vertically over the cage during loading and unloading of the artwork transported by the cart.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2017Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Inventor: Glenn W. Harte