Patents by Inventor Chris Schumacher

Chris Schumacher 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).

  • Patent number: 11198350
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2021
    Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Publication number: 20200223300
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2019
    Publication date: July 16, 2020
    Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Patent number: 10532642
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2020
    Assignee: Lund Motion Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Publication number: 20190135095
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2018
    Publication date: May 9, 2019
    Inventors: Anthony Nicholas Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Patent number: 10065486
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2018
    Assignee: LUND MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Anthony Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Publication number: 20160236556
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Anthony Smith, Carlos Gutierrez, Chris Schumacher, Scott Cover
  • Patent number: 7131655
    Abstract: A running board is provided by the invention. The running board includes a deck and a plurality of attachment members. The deck and the plurality of attachment members are formed from a continuous polymer composition. The deck has a stepping surface and a support structure for supporting the stepping surface. The plurality of attachment members extend from the support structure and each attachment member has at least one opening for receipt of a fastener. The plurality of attachment members are provided for attachment to at least one of a motor vehicle frame and a motor vehicle rocker panel. A motor vehicle and methods for manufacturing and installing a running board are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: Lund International, Inc.
    Inventor: Chris Schumacher
  • Publication number: 20030184039
    Abstract: A running board is provided by the invention. The running board includes a deck and a plurality of attachment members. The deck and the plurality of attachment members are formed from a continuous polymer composition. The deck has a stepping surface and a support structure for supporting the stepping surface. The plurality of attachment members extend from the support structure and each attachment member has at least one opening for receipt of a fastener. The plurality of attachment members are provided for attachment to at least one of a motor vehicle frame and a motor vehicle rocker panel. A motor vehicle and methods for manufacturing and installing a running board are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventor: Chris Schumacher
  • Patent number: D473178
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2003
    Assignee: Deflecta Shield Corporation
    Inventor: Chris Schumacher