Patents by Inventor Paul E. Tyler

Paul E. Tyler 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).

  • Apparatus and method to assist seat belt engagement
    Patent number: 7011375
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a seat belt assist handle mounted to a component of a seat belt passenger restraint system. A grab handle on the seat belt assist handle allows occupants to grab a component of the seat belt passenger restraint system to allow the occupant to engage that system without engaging in uncomfortable body movements. The configuration of the present invention also provides a signal to an occupant when the occupant has failed to engage the seat belt passenger restraint system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2006
    Inventor: Paul E. Tyler