Patents by Inventor Jaime DoVale

Jaime DoVale 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: 9981608
    Abstract: A vehicle service access assembly having features for mounting to tow hooks of a pickup truck or utility vehicle to access the vehicle's engine compartment is disclosed. The assembly includes two tow hook inserts, secured to laterally adjustable components, configured to register against the tow hooks and vehicle frame members to releasably suspend the assembly for use. In other aspects of the disclosure, safety rails may be included to provide an added measure of safety. The assembly may also include a retractable, suspended step to facilitate vertical access to the assembly. In a further aspect, a retractable tool tray provides a secure and convenient means to assemble tools for use in the service of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Inventors: Jaime DoVale, Mark D. Lorusso