Patents by Inventor Jeffrey J. Schwichtenberg

Jeffrey J. Schwichtenberg 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: 20240399969
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure relate to storage for a vehicle. For instance, example portable work surface assemblies and various cargo-carrying assemblies are provided, each of which may be used in conjunction with a variety of vehicle types. Additionally, a storage rack and nesting cargo-carrying panels are disclosed, thereby further improving the utility of the disclosed cargo-carrying assemblies. Further, various false floor assemblies are provided that improve comfort for shorter riders while also offering additional storage. Example aspects relating to an under-seat storage tray and an in-seat storage assembly are disclosed that further improve usability and offer additional storage options. Finally, aspects relating to a dual-access storage compartment and a two-part lid for a storage compartment are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2024
    Publication date: December 5, 2024
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander T. Ebertowski, Jason A. Eichenberger, Scott D. Taylor, Boris Rubanovich, Jeffrey J. Schwichtenberg, Sivakumar Thangavel
  • Publication number: 20240294062
    Abstract: A vehicle comprises a plurality of ground engaging members and a frame supported by the plurality of ground engaging members and the frame generally comprises a front frame portion. An operator area is supported by the frame and at least one seat is supported by the frame and is positioned within the operator area. A body assembly comprises a plurality of body panels, and the plurality of body panels includes a first body panel supported by the front frame portion and the first body panel comprises an aperture. A second body panel is removably coupled to the frame, and the second body panel is positioned at least partially rearwardly of the first body panel. Further, a passageway is fluidly coupled between the aperture and the operator area, the passageway extends behind the second body panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Lalit Malhotra, Karl L. Hacken, Andrew C. Hirsch, William L. Barbrey, David J. Hicke, Jeffrey J. Schwichtenberg, Smeeti Mishra, Zachary Sundberg
  • Patent number: D853061
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Assignee: THE TORO COMPANY
    Inventors: Philip C. Dretzka, Tyler E. Peterson, Jeffrey J. Schwichtenberg, Timothy Werts