Patents by Inventor Stephane L. LeTrudet

Stephane L. LeTrudet 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: 6666362
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for storing cargo in a vehicle having a flat horizontal surface, such as a van or an SUV, is disclosed. Strips, which may be separate or part of a unitary member, have openings adapted to receive pins. The openings have vertical sections extending downwardly and horizontal sections extending forward in the direction of vehicle travel. The bins have an upper storage area and pins mounted at the bottom of the bin. The bin is mounted to the strips by directing the pins first through the vertical section and then through the horizontal section of the openings. The pins may extend outwardly from a reduced width area at the bottom of the bin, or may be centrally mounted at the bottom of the bin. Alternatively, pins are mounted to the strips and openings are formed in the bins. The strips may be formed into a unitary frame. Flat filler boards are also provided which may be placed between the strips when no storage bin is used in order to provide a flat surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2003
    Assignee: SAI Automotive USA-SAL, Inc.
    Inventor: Stephane L. LeTrudet