Patents by Inventor Vincent Adragna
Vincent Adragna 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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Patent number: 9126518Abstract: A vehicle seat frame (10) includes a plurality of frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64). At least one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is fixedly connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64), defining a fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90). In each fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90), one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) only by at least one of structural adhesive, a fastener (72, 74), and a fixed swaged joint (76).Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2008Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Michael Powell, Karl Henn, David J. Abdella
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Patent number: 8172326Abstract: A pivot joint assembly includes a bar generally defining an outer cylindrical surface. The bar has first and second beads extending outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The first and second beads are spaced apart from one another along the length of the bar. At least one of the first and second beads is an integrally formed portion extended outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The assembly further includes a mounting member having opposed first and second sides. The mounting member has a hole formed therein. The bar is disposed in the hole such that the mounting member is disposed between the first and second beads such that bar rotates relative to the mounting member.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2008Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, David J. Abdella, Kevin Fudala
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Publication number: 20110133538Abstract: A vehicle seat frame (10) includes a plurality of frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64). At least one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is fixedly connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64), defining a fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90). In each fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90), one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) only by at least one of structural adhesive, a fastener (72, 74), and a fixed swaged joint (76).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: June 9, 2011Applicant: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Michael Powell, Karl Henn, David J. Abdella
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Publication number: 20090230752Abstract: A pivot joint assembly includes a bar generally defining an outer cylindrical surface. The bar has first and second beads extending outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The first and second beads are spaced apart from one another along the length of the bar. At least one of the first and second beads is an integrally formed portion extended outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The assembly further includes a mounting member having opposed first and second sides. The mounting member has a hole formed therein. The bar is disposed in the hole such that the mounting member is disposed between the first and second beads such that bar rotates relative to the mounting member.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2008Publication date: September 17, 2009Inventors: Vincent Adragna, David J. Abdella, Kevin Fudala
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Publication number: 20070273195Abstract: In at least one embodiment, the present invention relates to an automotive seat cushion pan comprising a cushion pan portion having a cushion receiving surface and a side shield portion integral with the cushion pan portion, the cushion pan portion and the integral side shield portion being made of plastic.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2006Publication date: November 29, 2007Applicant: LEAR CORPORATIONInventors: Vincent Adragna, Eric Beaulieu, Gary Greiner
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Patent number: 7270371Abstract: A vehicle slouch seat includes a cushion frame attached to a seat back frame such that the cushion frame is pivotable from an upright position to a slouch position. The slouch seat is also foldable and stowable against a vehicle cabin wall. Motion between the upright and the slouch positions is mediated by a guide hook attached to the back side of seat back frame.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2005Date of Patent: September 18, 2007Assignee: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Kyle Calvert, James Ritter, Eric Beaulieu, Kevin Gasparotto, Stephen Redwood
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Publication number: 20070210638Abstract: An automotive seat assembly comprising a hydroformed hollow metal tube having a cross-section which varies in shape along its length, the hydroformed hollow metal tube having a first vertical support section having a top end and a bottom end, a second vertical support section having a top end and a bottom end, and a transverse section extending between the respective top ends of the first and second support sections.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2006Publication date: September 13, 2007Applicant: LEAR CORPORATIONInventors: Vincent Adragna, Eric Beaulieu, Gary Greiner
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Publication number: 20070096497Abstract: A vehicle slouch seat includes a cushion frame attached to a seat back frame such that the cushion frame is pivotable from an upright position to a slouch position. The slouch seat is also foldable and stowable against a vehicle cabin wall. Motion between the upright and the slouch positions is mediated by a guide hook attached to the back side of seat back frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2005Publication date: May 3, 2007Applicant: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Kyle Calvert, James Ritter, Eric Beaulieu, Kevin Gasparotto, Stephen Redwood
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Patent number: 7192087Abstract: An adjustable seat cushion thigh support system 10 for the use of a seat and method for providing same. The seat has a cushion pan 12 that is fixed in relation to a vehicle. A pair of side rails 14 and a rear cross member 16 form the fixed cushion pan 12. The thigh support system 10 has fixed anchor brackets 18 that extend inwardly from side rails 14. Slider brackets 20 are adapted to move forwardly and rearwardly in relation to the anchor brackets 18. A cushion ramp 22 is supported by the slider brackets 20 so as to permit forward and rearward motion of the cushion ramp 22 when the slider brackets 20 move in relation to the cushion pan 12. The cushion ramp 22 underlies the seat cushion thigh support.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2004Date of Patent: March 20, 2007Assignee: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Paul Wier, Mohammad Saberan, Eric Beaulieu
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Publication number: 20060061167Abstract: An adjustable seat cushion thigh support system 10 for the use of a seat and method for providing same. The seat has a cushion pan 12 that is fixed in relation to a vehicle. A pair of side rails 14 and a rear cross member 16 form the fixed cushion pan 12. The thigh support system 10 has fixed anchor brackets 18 that extend inwardly from side rails 14. Slider brackets 20 are adapted to move forwardly and rearwardly in relation to the anchor brackets 18. A cushion ramp 22 is supported by the slider brackets 20 so as to permit forward and rearward motion of the cushion ramp 22 when the slider brackets 20 move in relation to the cushion pan 12. The cushion ramp 22 underlies the seat cushion thigh support.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2004Publication date: March 23, 2006Applicant: Lear CorporationInventors: Vincent Adragna, Paul Wier, Mohammad Saberan, Eric Beaulieu