Patents by Inventor Albert W. Harrison

Albert W. Harrison 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).

  • Convertible top with improved geometry
    Patent number: 5161852
    Abstract: A vehicle convertible top linkage assembly having improved means for controlling the articulation of the convertible top as it is raised and lowered. This linkage assembly includes a pair of pillar links that are pivotally coupled to the vehicle and a pair of balance links that control the articulation of the convertible top. The balance links are coupled to the linkage assembly by coupling means that simultaneously allow the balance links to be pivotally and longitudinally displaced. Longitudinal displacement of the balance links is accomplished by a variety of displacing means and serves the purpose of actuating the control links. These displacing means displace the balance link when the convertible top is being raised and lowered to provide various paths of movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 1991
    Date of Patent: November 10, 1992
    Assignee: ASC Incorporated
    Inventors: Michael P. Alexander, William A. Sims, George A. Corder, Albert W. Harrison