Abstract: A thin protruding lip extension, built-in or attached to the main body of the trash can so as to allow debris to be swept directly into the trash bin when the trash can is placed horizontally on its side.

Abstract: A masonry step lifter has a first and a second jaw. Each of the jaws has (a) a tong adapted to subjacently support the masonry step, and (b) an upper and a lower arm. The upper arms overlap to an adjustable extent, as do the lower arms. The lower arms are releasably interlockable. The first jaw has a support leg with a lower portion attached to the proximal end of the tong for the first jaw. The support leg has an upper portion attached to the arms of the first jaw. The upper portion is inwardly set back to provide over the tong of the first jaw clearance for other overhanging masonry steps. The arms of the first and the second jaw are sized to avoid overhanging the upper portion of the support leg. The jaws can straddle the masonry step before being brought together in order to insert the tongs under the masonry step, and lift the masonry step. Using the jaws, the masonry step is laid on one of the horizontal surfaces of a stepped foundation.

Abstract: The invention describes a system for locking and unlocking containers truck chassis, railroad cars, airplane cargo decks, each other when loaded onto ships or in container yards and to other bases. The invention uses the energy exerted by lifting devices including lifting spreaders and fork lifts to create tension on a connecting line which rotates a locking leg housed in the lower corner fitting of a container to unlock the container from a base beneath it. The invention is comprised of a plate and spring housed in an upper corner fitting of a container, a line connected to the plate and guiding eyes to route a line from the plate to a locking leg housed in a lower corner fitting of a container. When the twist lock of a lifting spreader mates with the upper corner fitting of a container it forces the plate and spring in the upper corner fitting downward.

Abstract: Apparatus for storing items within vehicle compartments that can be manipulated into an operative position and a closed position with a single hand are provided. Apparatus includes a base disposed on or within a vehicle compartment floor and having a surface that is exposed to the vehicle compartment when the apparatus is in an operative (i.e., open) position. A rear panel is pivotally attached to the base and is movable between a closed position overlying the base surface and an open position substantially normal to the base surface. End panels are movably attached to respective end portions of the rear panel. The end panels are movable between a stored position in face-to-face relation with the rear panel and an operative position disposed substantially normal to the base surface and to the rear panel. The end panels move from their respective stored positions to operative positions in response to movement of the rear panel from its closed position to its open position.

Abstract: A headrest assembly comprises a headrest pivotable from a first position to a second position. In the first position, the headrest is generally proximate a seatback of the motor vehicle. In the second position, the headrest is generally proximate a headliner of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: A movable modular window assembly, having as a component thereof, a flexible seal, having a base portion and two arm-like projections, secured to a major surface of a transparent substrate material, is disclosed. A peripheral gasket, and the seal, spaced inwardly from the gasket, are, preferably, molded onto the transparent substrate in a single molding operation.

Abstract: A shade that is made with a thin piece of resin plastic, which folds at the top. At the fold this shade attaches to the top of the either the driver side or passenger side car door either outside or inside the vehicle, whichever position gives the shade a more airtight fit. The shade can also be attached to the front windshield's sun visor on either the driver side or passenger side. This shade facilitates protection from the sun on the user's face when attached to side window. It also facilitates reduction in sun glare when it is attached to the front windshield's sun visor. It is treated with UV stabilizer which prevents ultraviolet (UV) rays from passing there through.

Abstract: A motor vehicle has an opening which can be closed by a swivellable component, particularly a tail gate, the component being mounted by at least one hinge on a vehicle body part and the hinge having a first hinge half fastened to the vehicle body part and a second hinge half fastened to the swivellable component. An adjusting device for aligning the swivellable component with respect to the adjoining vehicle body contour is provided. So that the aligning of the swivellable component can be carried out from the direction of the exterior side of the vehicle when the component is closed, the adjusting device is arranged on the exterior side on the end area of the second hinge half facing the swivellable component.

Abstract: An assembly for attaching a side-visor to a frame of a vehicle comprises a retainer that includes a mounting portion and a clip portion connected to the mounting portion by flexible straps that can be bent for alignment of the clip portion with a hole in the visor, through which a flanged pin is inserted into and coupled with the clip portion. Adjustability of the retainer, by virtue of the flexible straps, permits the same retainer to accommodate different visor inclinations and different visor hole positions.

Abstract: A service door assembly for a recreational vehicle including a sidewall defining an opening, the sidewall including an inner panel, an outer panel and a cavity therebetween filled with an insulation material. The service door assembly includes a door frame and a door. The door frame is adapted to be disposed in the opening. The door frame includes a plurality of integrally formed mounting tabs interconnected to a remainder of the frame through a living hinge. Each mounting tab is articulable between a first position and a second position such that in the second position a portion of the locking tab extends into the cavity of the sidewall. The door is mounted to the door frame. The door includes an inner member and an outer member connected with a securing arrangement integrally formed therewith. The securing arrangement includes an opening defined by the outer member of a pair of walls of the outer member and a mounting member integrally formed with the inner member.

Abstract: A bonnet structure for automobiles with improved safety characteristics, in particular in the case of collisions in road accidents between automobiles and pedestrians, comprising at least one absorbency element (14), made for example from expanded polypropylene, expanded polyurethane or in a honey comb, placed between the outer surface (10) and the lower or inner surface (11) of the bonnet; the absorbency element (14) can be fixed through gluing or other mechanical connection means and, moreover, it is possible to foresee placing a material (16) with strong resistance to traction and with zero or almost zero bending moment on at least one of the sides of the absorbency element (14), in order to connect the outer and inner surfaces (10, 11) of the bonnet more firmly and to improve local resistance to breaking of the absorbency element (14).

Abstract: A lining element arranged on the side of a vehicle chassis part facing the interior with at least one section, which can be deformed due to the effect of an external force, and which will absorb impact energy by transforming into a deformed state. A support layer is formed in the region of the deformable section from, viewed from the interior, an outer deformation part, an inner deformation part, and a step edge set between these parts. The outer deformation part, the inner deformation part, and the step edge change their slope under the effect of the external force for energy absorption.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for attaching an undercover to the underside of a car body floor panel having a plurality of studs, comprises tubular fasteners that are inserted into respective mounting holes of the undercover with diametral clearance and that are engaged with the studs. Each fastener comprises clips coupled to one another and having flanges that exert a predetermined clamping force on the undercover while permitting displacement of the undercover along the floor panel due to thermal deformation.

Abstract: A vehicle body front end preassembly and method of making a vehicle front end assembly is disclosed. According to the method of the present invention, the integrated front end module (10) is injection molded to include integrally molded fastener receptacle (32) and integrally molded reinforcement ribs (28) that are injection molded from a fiber reinforced thermoplastic polymer. A partially assembly vehicle body (12) is provided that has partially unattached body panels that are secured to the frame (14). Unattached body panels are secured to the integrated front end module (10). The preassembly is then immersed in an electro-coat bath, painted and then baked in a paint oven.

Abstract: A vehicle body and frame assembly includes a pair of longitudinally extending side rails having a plurality of transverse cross members extending therebetween. The cross member is a multiple piece structure, including a central portion having a pair of end portions secured thereto. The central portion of the cross member is preferably formed from a first metallic material, while the end portions are preferably both formed from a second metallic material. The end portions of the cross member are preferably formed from the same metallic material as the respective side rails to which they are secured. The end portions of the cross member can be secured to the ends of the central portion by any desired process, such as by magnetic pulse welding. Similarly, the cross member can be secured to the side rails by any desired process, such as by magnetic pulse welding or by conventional welding. The end portions of the cross member can extend either partially or completely through the respective side rails.

Abstract: A roof and rack assembly (10) for an automotive vehicle includes a roof panel (12) received from polymeric organic material that has a top surface (14) and edges (16), (18) extending between a first or front (20) and a second or rear (22) ends of the roof panel (12). The roof panel (12) includes retaining elements (30) that are integrally formed and extend upwardly from the top surface (14) of the roof panel (12). The roof and rack assembly (10) further includes a track (24) for receiving a roof rack (26) and slidably adjusting the position of the roof rack (26) along the track (24), and a mounting member (28) for securing the track (24) to the retaining elements (30). The roof and rack assembly (10) provides an effective and a quick way of fastening the roof rack (26) to the roof panel (12) and is efficient, not time consuming and easy way to install the roof rack (26).

Abstract: Motor vehicle, especially a limousine, sedan or coupe, with a vehicle roof (2) with body-mounted side roof members (3), with a movable cover (9) which adjoins the front window (7) for closing and clearing a roof opening (6) which is formed in the vehicle roof (2), and with a rear window (8) which borders the roof opening, the cover (9). The cover is movably guided by a front bearing mechanism (17) and a rear bearing mechanism (19) on the front and the rear roof-mounted longitudinal guides (10 and 11) and can be raised for clearing the roof opening (6) at least at its rear edge and can be pushed over the rear window (8). The front and the rear roof-mounted longitudinal guides (10 or 11) are located countersunk with respect to the roof surface in the area of the two roof side members (3) and the rear longitudinal guides (11) run along the side edges of the rear window (9).

Abstract: A displaceable cover of a sliding-tilt roof module closes a vehicle roof opening. The cover includes a large-surface panel and longitudinal slide guide parts for shifting the cover. The slide guide parts are embedded in a foamed backing applied on a rear side of the panel. Two slide guide parts and two transverse braces form a frame that stabilizes the cover. The slide guide parts can also be secured to the panel by an additional securing feature. The guide has a first section embedded in the foamed backing and a second section projecting from the foamed backing. The slide guide parts are received in sliders to allow longitudinal movement of the panel.

Abstract: A rocking, reclining, foldable chair is disclosed. The invention comprises a curved rocker or rockers having a limiting extension; a leg or legs pivotally attached to said rocker; a seat pivotally attached to said leg or legs; a releasable support pivotally attached to any two of the aforesaid parts to prevent said chair from folding unexpectedly; a back pivotally attached to said seat or leg or legs; a pair of arms movably connected to said back; and a leg rest pivotally attached to said seat and said arms, said leg rest being movable between a rocking and a reclining position; and moving means for moving said leg rest, said back and said seat between said rocking and said reclining position.

Abstract: There is disclosed an automotive vehicle seating comfort system for providing heating, cooling, ventilation or a combination thereof to an individual in an automotive car seat. The system typically includes an insert, a blower and a tubular structure for providing fluid communication between the insert and blower for providing ventilation and/or cooling for the individual. Preferably, the insert includes a heater or heater layer for providing heat for the individual.

Abstract: A seat cushion for a vehicle seat unit comprising a cushioning pad upholstered with a seat covering and a flexible but inelastic planar film with an electrically conductive element buried therein that is disposed between the cushioning pad and the seat covering. The cushioning pad has tuck-in grooves in which the seat covering is locally retained. The planar film is thickened at locations where the planar film transverses the tuck-in grooves for reinforcement.

Abstract: An arm support cover includes a plush stuffed shell, an interior cavity, and a fastening mechanism for confining at least a portion of an arm support inside the cavity.

Abstract: In spite of a flexible structure which can be easily transferred and stored, it is possible to make a child sit at a high position and remove a cooped-up feeling. A seat surface portion 10 is made in an air cushion structure expanding due to an injection of air. A back rest reclining portion 20 connected to the seat surface portion 10 is formed in a vest shape so as to fix the child. An air cushion 23 is mounted to the back rest reclining portion 20. It is possible to fold up the seat surface portion 10 and the back rest reclining portion 20 small by taking the air out.

Abstract: A portable collapsible seating apparatus for attachment between lateral support members having a mechanism for seating, the seating mechanism having a plurality of elongate longitudinal straps, each of the longitudinal straps having respective ends, and a plurality of transverse stays, each of the transverse stays extending approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal straps and each transverse stray attached to each longitudinal strap so as to allow the longitudinal straps to separate by selected distance; a pair of mechanisms for end spreading, each of the end spreader mechanism attached to a respective end of each of the longitudinal straps, each end spreader means having a rigid transverse holder for holding and aligning the ends of the longitudinal straps, each transverse holder having ends; and a pair of mechanisms for attachment each attachment mechanisms attached to a respective end spreader mechanisms, each attachment mechanism attached to each end of a respective transverse holder and having a st

Abstract: In the case of a fitting for a vehicle seat, in particular for a motor vehicle seat, having a first fitting part (11), a second fitting part (12) connected by a gear mechanism to the first fitting part (11), a driving ring (26), which at least partially defines an eccentric (27, 29) and is mounted rotatably in the first fitting part, for driving a rolling movement of the second fitting part (12) on the first fitting part (11), and a drivable driving bushing (21) which is mounted rotatably, the driving bushing (21) and the driving ring (26) are connected to each other in a form-fitting manner by a transmission profile (24′, 26′).

Abstract: A seatback assembly for a motor vehicle. The seatback assembly comprises a frame and a cushion supported on the frame. The cushion has holes therein adapted to be compressed in a vertical direction to allow the cushion to adopt a shorter height.

Abstract: In a seat cushion for a vehicle seat, the seat cushion is joined to a frame by a disengageable locking apparatus that has a wire spring engaging behind a mushroom head. The wire spring has two opposite limbs that at their one end are joined to one another and at their other end are open. In order to ensure a secure attachment, the two limbs of the wire spring may have at their open end an eye which engages behind a strut shaped onto the cushion shell.

Abstract: A headrest assembly for a motor vehicle comprises a headrest pivotable between first and second positions. The first position is generally proximate a seatback, and the second position is generally proximate a side wall.

Abstract: A motor vehicle seat frame assembly has a headrest movable between an extended position and a retracted position. The frame assembly comprises a seatback frame operatively engaged with the headrest, the seatback frame being pivotable from a use position to a lowered position. A sun gear is fixed against rotation relative to the motor vehicle, and a planet gear is attached to the seatback frame and rotatably engaged with the sun gear.

Abstract: A guide assembly for a headrest having at least one support comprises a track having a first plurality of openings and a second plurality of openings spaced from the first plurality of openings. A first set of ball bearings is disposed in the first plurality of openings, and a second set of ball bearings disposed in the second plurality of openings. The first and second sets of ball bearings engage the at least one support.

Abstract: An arm assembly includes an outer stem (52) and an inner stem (50) slidable in the outer stem and including a number of recesses (107) along its length. A biased locking device (117) engages one or more of the recesses (107) to lock the position of the inner stem (50) relative to the outer stem (52). A release member (103) operably connected to an actuator (101) has a number of recesses (110) and raised surfaces (112), the release member (103) slidable relative to the inner stem (50) between a first position in which recess(es) (110) in the release member is/are aligned with recess(es) (107) of the inner stem and the locking device (117) engages recess(es) in the stem (50) to inhibit movement thereof relative to the outer stem, and a second position in which raised surface(s) (112) of the release member align(s) with recess(es) (107) of the stem (50) to disengage the locking device from the recess(es) of the stem.

Abstract: A furniture construction includes a frame structure made up of a pair of spaced frame sections connected together, and a furniture component mounted to the frame structure. Each frame section includes a lower base section, an upright, and a furniture component support member extending from the upright and to which the furniture component is mounted. The frame sections are preferably C-shaped when viewed from the side. In one form, the furniture component is a seat mounted to the furniture component support, and the frame structure includes a back support area extending upwardly from the seat. A back is mounted to the back support area. In another form, the furniture component is a desk or table top mounted to the furniture component support. Combination desk/chair units may also be constructed utilizing the same basic frame structure.

Abstract: A motor vehicle seat frame assembly for moving a headrest between an extended position and a retracted position as the frame assembly pivots. The frame assembly comprises a seatback frame operatively engaged with the headrest, and a bar having first and second ends. The seatback frame is pivotable from a use position about a first pivot that is fixed with respect to the vehicle. The first end of the bar is pivotably connected to a second pivot that is fixed with respect to the vehicle, and the second end of the bar is attached to the headrest such that the headrest moves from the extended position toward the retracted position as the seatback frame is pivoted from the use position.

Abstract: In view of the foregoing, a tailgate assembly for a dump body of a truck is provided. The tailgate assembly includes an outrigger assembly having an associated mounting assembly that permits the outrigger assembly to be fastened around the frame of the truck. Each mounting assembly includes a mounting member connected to the outrigger assembly for engaging a first surface of the frame, a clamp member for engaging a second surface of the frame and at least one fastener for interconnecting the mounting and clamping plates thereby clamping the frame therebetween.

Abstract: The present invention is referring to a procedure and a apparatus of extraction of methane gas from the bottom of the sea, consigned to the extraction of methane gas from marine sediments found in the sea's and ocean's depthless and with which came to produce in the end, methane liquefied gas. The procedure, in accordance with the invention consists of lowering a take out enclosure to a depth of over 500 m., followed by a take out of a quantity of cryohydrate sediment from the bottom of the sea and the elevation of enclosure until is reached a level at which the water pressure and its temperature create conditions which allowed the beginning of a process of releasing of methane gas from cryohydrate crystals. The following operation is the releasing of methane from the entire quantity of take out cryohydrate, methane that is collected in a room from where is raised through a tube and captured into an enclosure and then liquefied.

Abstract: In a hydraulic brake pressure control device of a load responsive type, a housing is attached to one of a rear wheel side member and a vehicle body side member which are connected with each other through a suspension mechanism and a lever is carried on the housing through a pivot axis to be pivotable toward the housing for direct or indirect abutting engagement with a piston formed with a valve portion. A spring member is interposed between a free end portion of the lever and the other of the rear wheel side member and the vehicle body side member for urging the lever toward the piston by means of a spring force depending on the distance between the rear wheel side member and the vehicle body side member. Further, an anti-vibration member is provided between the lever and the housing for moderating the collision of the lever with the piston when the lever is repetitively disengaged from, and engaged with, the piston during the vehicle running a bumpy road.

Abstract: In a vehicle hydraulic brake system of a type adapted to release brake fluid discharged from the wheel cylinders into a reservoir for a master cylinder during pressure reduction phase of antilock brake control or vehicle stability control, the volume of the pressure chamber of the master cylinder can decrease until it becomes impossible to further increase pressure as a result of repeated pressure increase and reduction. An inexpensive solution to this problem is provided. The solution includes means for estimating the amount of pressure increase and/or pressure reduction of the wheel cylinders, and solenoid valves provided in a line connecting a pressure source with the master cylinder pressure chamber and adapted to be opened for a calculated time period.

Abstract: A pneumatic brake booster for a motor vehicle wherein movements of a control rod (38) determine the openings and closings of at least one axial intake valve (52) and at least one equalizing valve (50). The intake valve (52) being inserted between a pressure source subjected to the pressure (Pa) higher than the first pressure (P1) and a rear chamber (18) of the booster, and the equalizing valve (50) being inserted between a front chamber (16) and the rear chamber (18) to actuate a moving partition (14) located between the front chamber (16) and the rear chamber (18). A tubular element (76) of that is axially offset transverse faces (78, 80) comprised of first elements (82, 84) for sealing the axial intake and equalizing valves (50, 52).

Abstract: In a brake hydraulic pressure generating device in which the brake operating force is applied to a pressure adjusting valve through a stroke simulator and the hydraulic pressure supplied from the hydraulic pressure source is adjusted to a value corresponding to the brake operating force, during return of the brakes, the return stroke before the brake hydraulic pressure begins to drop is large, so that the brake feeling is bad. This invention proposes a solution to this problem. Hysteresis is imparted to the stroke simulator so that the output hydraulic pressure of the pressure adjusting valve for the stroke of the simulator piston stroke during increase of the brake operating force will be higher than that during reduction of the brake operating force by setting the sliding resistance of the simulator piston greater than that of the input piston.

Abstract: An improved hydraulic brake system for a vehicle is proposed which includes a hydraulic pressure supply unit for supplying hydraulic pressure from a pressure adjusting valve or an hydraulic pressure source to a pressure chamber of a master cylinder. In this type of brake system, when the hydraulic pressure supply unit is activated, the master piston of the master cylinder could retract to its original position, thus bringing the master pressure chamber into communication with the atmospheric reservoir. If this happens, the master cylinder pressure output will be lost completely. An inexpensive solution to this problem is proposed. A piston retraction restricting member is provided in a pressure chamber for applying pressure to the master piston.

Abstract: A traction control system including engine intervention and brake intervention, during a start under &mgr;-split conditions the engine torque is increased compared to the driver input to accelerate vehicles as under high friction conditions, the vehicle acceleration under high friction conditions is determined, and engine torque is further increased by the brake torque applied to the low-&mgr; wheel.

Abstract: A vehicle traction control system having capabilities for braking intervention and coefficient of friction detection is provided, a slipping wheel being braked by braking intervention if a slip threshold is exceeded. In order to improve the lateral stability of the vehicle when cornering on road surfaces having a low coefficient of friction, the slip threshold for the drive wheel on the outside of the curve is reduced independently of that of the drive wheel on the inside of the curve and is set to a lower value than that for the wheel on the inside of the curve.

Abstract: A method and a device for controlling at least one valve of a brake circuit using an electrical control variable, in which

Abstract: A wheel speed sensor system is disclosed which produces an output directly at the sensor. The sensor utilizes two separate coils that are wound out of phase from each other and exhibit a relatively high signal-to-noise ratio. Also disclosed is an anti-skid braking system that utilizes the wheel speed sensor system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and a system for controlling a braking equipment of a motor vehicle in order to activate the braking equipment at a standstill of the motor vehicle such that braking forces are built up which are necessary to keep the motor vehicle in a state of standstill. To this end it is established on the basis of vehicle movements whether the vehicle is at a standstill. If vehicle movements are detected that cannot occur during driving modes of the motor vehicle, the motor vehicle is in a state of standstill. Subsequently, the braking equipment, and in particular a holding brake mechanism included in the braking equipment, are activated. In order to provide braking forces keeping the motor vehicle at a standstill also when it is on a slope, the braking equipment, and in particular the holding brake mechanism, are controlled in response of the vehicle inclination present in the state of standstill.

Abstract: The present invention provides start-up assistance for a motor vehicle having braking equipment which, in the stationary state of the mo-or vehicle, automatically or under the control of a vehicle driver summons up braking forces needed for the stationary state. To assist start-up of the motor vehicle through a reduction of the braking forces generated in the stationary state, a start-up request of a vehicle driver is determined when defined conditions, which are to be met for start-up of the motor vehicle, exist in the stationary state. Once a start-up request has been recognized, the operating state of the motor vehicle is checked until an operating state required for start-up exists. Once such an operating state is reached, the braking equipment of the motor vehicle is controlled in such a way that its braking forces generated in the stationary state are reduced to allow start-up of the vehicle.

Abstract: The drive track of a snowmobile or similar recreational vehicle consists of an endless body formed of a molded rubber base having, embedded therein, a series of laterally spaced longitudinally extending steel reinforcements strands, reach strand being formed of a twisted arrangement of steel filaments. The strands limit the elongation of the body due to heat generated as a result of the high rotational speeds of the track when driven.

Abstract: A vehicle auxiliary accessory system includes circuit breaker panels, a master relay, and a circuit breaker. One circuit breaker panel is powered by the vehicle battery when the vehicle ignition switch is in the “accessory” or “off” positions, and is powered by the alternator when the vehicle ignition switch is in the “run” position. When the master relay is tapped into the accessory side of the non-computer controlled vehicle fuse box, another circuit breaker panel is powered by the battery when the ignition switch is in “accessory” or “run” positions. When the master relay is tapped into the ignition side of the non-computer controlled vehicle fuse box, this circuit breaker panel is not powered when the ignition switch is in “accessory” or “off” positions, and is powered by the alternator when the ignition switch is in the “run” position.

Abstract: You've just purchased a new vehicle and perhaps the car alarm goes off while you're at the movies, in a restaurant, or at a shopping mall. What purpose do all of the security features on your current keyless remote serve if there is no way of notifying you instantly that a situation has arisen? Now introducing the Advanced Security Notice Keyless Remote, a remote that gives you peace of mind by signaling the consumer via key beep or vibrate that your car has been tampered with, so you can take the necessary measures at that time.

Abstract: A connection device reduces the amount of labor required to make the final connections of the winding schematic by using a part that only needs to be placed on top of the stator and soldered, welded, crimped or hotstaked/coldstaked in place. The connection device comprises an insulative plate having a plurality of slots positioned therein. Each of the plurality of slots are arranged and disposed on the plate to align with and to receive a conductor leg end from the winding head of a stator. A plurality of pins are positioned on the plate, each of the plurality of pins adjacent to one of the plurality of slots and extending from the plate. A plurality of jumpers are embedded in the plate, each of the plurality of jumpers extending between the pins and providing a conductive path between the slots in the plate.