Patents by Inventor Gerald Elson

Gerald Elson 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).

  • Publication number: 20130200122
    Abstract: This is directed to systems, processes, machines, and other means that mount a cargo rack to a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV). The invention can improve the UTV experience by allowing a user to easily bring a table, spare tire and a plethora of equipment on one's trip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2012
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Inventor: Gerald Elson
  • Publication number: 20050161267
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a frame assembly for motor vehicle in which one of the frame elements utilized as a fluid storage volume. An elongated rail portion of the frame assembly defines a closed section which is utilized as a fuel storage volume for an operational fluid of the vehicle. In particular, the present invention is contemplated for use with a fuel cell based in which a fluid storage volume may be used for storing hydrogen, compressed air, water or alternately a cooling fluid. Furthermore, the elongated rail may be provided with various design features for storing a diverse operational fluid as well as adapt the elongated rail for conventional uses as an attachment point for various vehicle components or the routing of wire harnesses and fuel or brake lines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2004
    Publication date: July 28, 2005
    Inventors: Gerald Elson, Christopher Williams