Patents by Inventor Dennis L. Henderson

Dennis L. Henderson 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).

  • Steering column support bracket
    Patent number: 6237956
    Abstract: A steering column support bracket for a vehicle that is attached to HVAC ducts extending transversely across the vehicle that are located between the dashboard and the front of dashboard cowl. The steering column support bracket is attached to the hinge pillar, the front of dashboard cowl and is connected by a brace to the compartment pan of the vehicle. Several embodiments of steering column support brackets are disclosed that are designed to engage the HVAC ducts. The steering column support bracket may be formed as a C-shaped structure, an under duct configuration, or in a clam shell structure. In addition to supporting the steering column of the vehicle, the steering column support bracket may support brake switches, a power steering motor, and a cruise control system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2001
    Assignees: Lear Corporation, General Motors Corporation
    Inventors: Charles A. Haba, Dennis L. Henderson, Robert L. McHugh, Paul G. Truman