Patents by Inventor Dean R. Miilu

Dean R. Miilu 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).

  • Power latch system
    Patent number: 5058939
    Abstract: A powered latching device for an automotive vehicle convertible top includes a reversible drive element linked to a latch incorporating a substantially J-shaped keeper for engaging a latch receiving flange portion of the vehicle's windshield header. The modular latching system is mounted to an articulated side rail of the convertible top, and, preferably two such latching systems are employed, one on each side rail of the convertible top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1991
    Assignee: ASC Incorporated
    Inventor: Dean R. Miilu