Patents by Inventor Leslie Smith, Jr.

Leslie Smith, Jr. 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).

  • Suspension support for cargo carrying vehicle
    Patent number: 10787200
    Abstract: A cargo carrying vehicle (10) includes a load support deck (44) comprised of a plurality of laterally adjacent deck pieces (46). Each deck piece includes in transverse cross section a plurality of elongated cavities (56) in which respective support members (100) may be selectively longitudinally positioned. A frame (128) includes a support and mounting arrangement for one or more suspension subframes (142) that each include a wheel supporting axle (144). Brace plates (168, 170, 172) operatively connect with frame rails (130, 132) and lateral support ribs (140) to reinforce the frame structure and attach the suspension subframe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: EXTREME TRAILERS LLC
    Inventors: Leslie A. Smith, Jr., Ryan L. Rummell
  • Releasible cargo bed engaging anchor
    Patent number: 10308162
    Abstract: A cargo carrying vehicle (10, 130) includes a load supporting deck (24, 132). Cargo supported on the deck may be secured through releasible engaging anchors (32, 110). The anchor includes a base (34, 112) and a cap (36, 114). The base and cap are relatively rotatable about a pivot (64, 116). The base includes a claw end (40) configured for engaging a ledge projection (58) of a cargo bed (60). The cap includes a post (68, 122) and a cleat (70, 128) which bound a tie engaging recess (104). The cleat (70) also includes an aperture (90) suitable for accepting further ties therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: EXTREME TRAILERS, LLC
    Inventors: Leslie A Smith, Jr., Ryan L Rummell
  • Load support deck for cargo carrying vehicle
    Patent number: 10272950
    Abstract: A cargo carrying vehicle (10) includes a load support deck (44). The deck is comprised of a plurality of laterally adjacent deck pieces (46). Each deck piece includes in transverse cross section a plurality of elongated cavities (56). A respective support member (100) is selectively longitudinally positionable in a respective cavity adjacent to a load area to provide additional strength and crush resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: EXTREME TRAILERS LLC
    Inventors: Leslie A Smith, Jr., Ryan L Rummell
  • Uniframe rolloff dumpster
    Patent number: 4954039
    Abstract: A dump trailer for transporting containers includes a movable frame that receives an associated container. A support plate operatively engages a fifth wheel of a tractor. Interposed between the support plate and the frame is a telescopic hoist assembly to pivot the frame relative to the support plate. A draft arm also extends between the support plate and frame to guide movement of the frame during the hoisting operation. Loading and unloading of the container relative to the tilted frame is controlled by a cylinder and cable assembly secured to the frame. The support plate and frame also include a series of flanges for locking the frame against lateral and longitudinal movement relative to the support plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 4, 1990
    Assignee: Trailstar Mfg. Corp.
    Inventors: William T. Johnston, Leslie Smith, Jr., David K. Barker