Patents by Inventor Scott L. Woods
Scott L. Woods 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).
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Publication number: 20240060348Abstract: A closure panel for a vehicle having an anti-pinch sensor attached at an outer peripheral area of the closure panel. A closure panel including an outwardly extending flange portion. An anti-pinch sensor mount including a U-shaped cross section which is adapted to fit over and secure to the outwardly extending flange portion. An anti-pinch sensor attached to the mount for sensing an interference in opening or closing of the closure panel and reversing the opening or closing of the closure panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2023Publication date: February 22, 2024Applicant: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Keijo J. Huotari, Scott L. Woods, Christopher J. Kuntze
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Patent number: 8157278Abstract: The present invention is an integrated step load support for a rear fascia of a vehicle which includes features that are molded in one orientation and folded and fastened in a support orientation. The features are integrated into the existing component configurations of the vehicle, and no additional parts are molded, assembled, or shipped to the customer location. The present invention includes the lower fascia having a molded and support structure which is attached to a main body through the use of living hinge features. The structure is then folded into a support position and locked into place with complimentary folding features molded into the upper fascia. The upper folding structure also incorporates an offset attachment surface without additional tooling action.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2008Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Robert A. Buck, Scott L. Woods, William B. Zywicki, Jr., Julian F. Vanbiesbrouck
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Publication number: 20100259027Abstract: The present invention is an integrated step load support for a rear fascia of a vehicle which includes features that are molded in one orientation and folded and fastened in a support orientation. The features are integrated into the existing component configurations of the vehicle, and no additional parts are molded, assembled, or shipped to the customer location. The present invention includes the lower fascia having a molded and support structure which is attached to a main body through the use of living hinge features. The structure is then folded into a support position and locked into place with complimentary folding features molded into the upper fascia. The upper folding structure also incorporates an offset attachment surface without additional tooling action.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2008Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventors: Robert A. Buck, Scott L. Woods, William B. Zywicki, JR., Julian F. Vanbiesbrouck
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Patent number: 7722098Abstract: The present invention is a step load bracket having a substantially horizontal portion and a substantially vertical portion connected to the substantially horizontal portion. The present invention also includes at least one support member connected to the substantially vertical portion and the substantially horizontal portion. The support member provides support for a body component of a vehicle having a step, such as a fascia, when a load is applied to the fascia in a vertical direction, but has pre-determined crush characteristics when the fascia suffers from an impact load in a horizontal direction, such as during a rear-end collision.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2008Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Scott L. Woods, Robert Avers
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Publication number: 20090066119Abstract: The present invention is a step load bracket having a substantially horizontal portion and a substantially vertical portion connected to the substantially horizontal portion. The present invention also includes at least one support member connected to the substantially vertical portion and the substantially horizontal portion. The support member provides support for a body component of a vehicle having a step, such as a fascia, when a load is applied to the fascia in a vertical direction, but has pre-determined crush characteristics when the fascia suffers from an impact load in a horizontal direction, such as during a rear-end collision.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2008Publication date: March 12, 2009Inventors: Scott L. WOODS, Robert Avers
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Patent number: 7467501Abstract: A break away vehicle grille assembly having a first piece with a locking flange and a second piece located generally adjacent the first piece. The second piece also has a locking flange that is configured to align with and releasably connect with the locking flange of the first piece. The two locking flanges can be held together with a retainer. Upon an impact to the vehicle, the vehicle grille is configured in such a manner that the first and second pieces will break away from each other and move with respect to one another in order to absorb impacts.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2008Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Assignee: Magna InternationalInventors: Scott L. Woods, Robert P. Magyarosi
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Publication number: 20080211243Abstract: A break away vehicle grille assembly having a first piece with a locking flange and a second piece located generally adjacent the first piece. The second piece also has a locking flange that is configured to align with and releasably connect with the locking flange of the first piece. The two locking flanges can be held together with a retainer. Upon an impact to the vehicle, the vehicle grille is configured in such a manner that the first and second pieces will break away from each other and move with respect to one another in order to absorb impacts.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2008Publication date: September 4, 2008Applicant: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Scott L. Woods, Robert P. Magyarosi
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Patent number: 7387322Abstract: A break away vehicle grille assembly having a first piece with a locking flange and a second piece located generally adjacent the first piece. The second piece also has a locking flange that is configured to align with and releasably connect with the locking flange of the first piece. The two locking flanges can be held together with a retainer. Upon an impact to the vehicle, the vehicle grille is configured in such a manner that the first and second pieces will break away from each other and move with respect to one another in order to absorb impacts.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2007Date of Patent: June 17, 2008Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Scott L. Woods, Robert P. Magyarosi
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Patent number: 7287789Abstract: A break away vehicle grille assembly having a first piece with a locking flange and a second piece located generally adjacent the first piece. The second piece also has a locking flange that is configured to align with and releasably connect with the locking flange of the first piece. The two locking flanges can be held together with a retainer. Upon an impact to the vehicle, the vehicle grille is configured in such a manner that the first and second pieces will break away from each other and move with respect to one another in order to absorb impacts.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2006Date of Patent: October 30, 2007Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Scott L. Woods, Robert P. Magyarosi