Abstract: A wheeled tool caddy apparatus that includes a caddy frame having a first and a second vertical member disposed in parallel, a toolbox distally disposed endwise upon each of the first and second vertical members, and a cubical open-topped receptacle removably disposed upon the tool box, wherein an extant collection of tools is sortable, storable, and portable within the tool box, the open-topped receptacle, and each of a plurality of fabric tool pockets disposed upon at least three sides of the open-topped receptacle, whereby said wheeled tool caddy apparatus is maneuverable in an upright position upon a quadruplicity of castor wheels disposed upon a base of the toolbox, and in an inclined orientation upon a pair of castor wheels disposed upon a first vertical surface of the toolbox, and directable thereby by means of a U-shaped handle section adjustably extensible from within each of the first and second vertical sections.

Abstract: A single handled two-wheeled gimbaled bucket dolly or hand truck is configured to lift, transport and pour the contents of a bucket or container with minimal operator effort. This dolly may use a horizontal “C” shaped frame cross member and two rigid vertical gimbaled columns to support a pivoting bucket or a modular tray or basket. This apparatus allows the bucket to be tilted a 180 degrees on its horizontal axis and to effortlessly dispense its contents and to transport the bucket or tray across uneven terrain.

Abstract: “INLINE SKATEBOARD WITH DIFFERENTIATED WHEELS’ that has wheels with different predetermined sizes being affixed by means of two trucks to the shape. Besides the wheels, the two trucks have a shock absorber device, a metallic base structure and a torsion system for the execution of curves with the automatic alignment of the wheel sets with the shape after turning movement completion. Thus, the movement is limited by three features combined: the size of the internal wheels, the sliding of the internal screw through the aperture of the wheels axles' fixation support and the sliding of the intermediary parts of the recesses of the torsion device mortise aperture with the wheels axles' fixation support relative to the sleeve apertures.

Abstract: A rigid axle with direct air suspension, preferably for a commercial vehicle. The rigid axle includes an axle body, trailing arms, air springs and vibration dampers. The rigid axle is characterized in that a contact point of the vibration damper, on the axle side, is arranged on the trailing arm. The arrangement of the vibration damper parallel to the direction in which the axle is deflected provides both space and weight savings, without the necessity of arranging elaborately constructed and weight-increasing additional devices in the area of the axle body or the chassis and allows light and slim vibration dampers to be used, and eliminates undesirable horizontally-acting force components of the damping force.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to an air spring height sensor. The air spring height sensor of this invention comprises a height measuring signal transmitter (102) and a receiver (101). The height measuring signal transmitter is adapted for transmitting a height signal. The receiver is adapted for sensing the height signal transmitted by the height measuring signal transmitter. The height signal indicates a distance between the height measuring signal transmitter and the receiver.

Abstract: The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one aspect thereof, is an improved boat trailer bow mount step device that can be attached to an existing boat trailer and that enables a user to more easily and safely access the bow portion of a boat. In a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, the improved bow mounted step may be comprised of a neck portion, a cross beam, two step portions to enable an individual to access the bow of a boat from either side, a mounting bracket, and a fastening means for securing said step device to a boat trailer and/or a winch post. In a second preferred embodiment of the present invention, the improved bow mounted step may be comprised of a cross beam, two step portions, and a pair of spaced apart mounting brackets and fasteners for mounting said device to a frame tongue.

Abstract: One embodiment includes a bicycle frame that includes a plurality of square cross-section tubing members, wherein all tubing members are straight, and are consistent in cross-sectional dimensions along their length and wherein each tubing member is cut to length with a straight cut defining a tubing opening formed by an edge that extends along a single plane.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention describe methods, apparatuses and systems related to vehicle frame and component design for efficient and compact packaging. Removable components of a scooter are formed to be able to all be placed within a void of the scooter frame so as to not affect the volume of the scooter when disassembled and packed. Thus, when disassembled, the volume of the packaged scooter is defined by the dimensions of its frame only.

Abstract: A reverser mechanism particularly developed to provide better posture to the wheelchair user and a more efficient propulsion during a forward movement (wheelchair touch) by means of the application of a traction force to the handrims, which is contrary to the rotating movement of the rear wheels (movement contrary to the propulsion), allowing the wheelchair user to adopt a more comfortable and straight position during the effort made to move the wheelchair forward.

Abstract: A multi-function, anti-rotational, power-sports utility hitch receiver assembly includes a four-sided hollow receiver tube having a forward end configured to attach to a tow vehicle and a rearward end configured to house an attachment of an accessory shank. Aligned apertures are present in the opposing sidewalls between the forward end and the rearward end for securing a hitch accessory shank within the receiver tube by inserting a hitch-pin through apertures. A removable, adjustable tightening bar is attachable to an underside of the hitch receiver tube for maintaining the receiver tube in a stationary position when the receiver tube is installed on a tow vehicle by abutting a surface on the tow vehicle. The assembly further includes a tow loop, e.g., for attaching tow chains, straps, bungee cords, tow hooks and the like to the receiver.

Abstract: A gooseneck hitching system is disclosed which couples the gooseneck hitch of a trailer to a hitch ball of a vehicle through the use of a remotely RF controlled linear actuator which also includes a locking receptacle structure mounted on the bed of the vehicle which replaces the conventional safety chain arrangement.

Abstract: A convertible tandem stroller frame is capable of locking in a tandem stroller mode for installing a second seat thereby concurrently transporting two occupants, and capable of converting said mode into a single seat mode for transporting single occupant by simply manipulating a release actuator at a front portion of the convertible tandem stroller frame. The convertible tandem stroller frame may include a front rack, a rear rack, at least a longitudinal telescopic mechanism and at least a locking mechanism. The front rack and the rear rack are lockably and adjustably connected by the longitudinal telescopic mechanism, so as to be extended into the tandem stroller mode and be retracted into the single seat mode. The locking mechanism is associated with the release actuator for locking and un-locking the longitudinal telescopic mechanism by manipulating in front of the convertible tandem stroller frame.

Abstract: An apparatus that mounts in a horizontal disposition on the frame member(s) of a knee scooter for the transportation of goods between locations. The apparatus is a generally rectangular main body member having recesses in the top surface thereof of various shapes for the lodging of articles in the recesses for the retention thereof during the operation of the knee scooter. Straps are provided for the retention of articles that are not disposed in the recesses, but instead will rest on the top surface of the apparatus, such as books or a newspaper for carrying same from place #1 to place #2. The apparatus is removably mounted to the frame member(s) of the scooter by medium size spring type grip clips or a clamp formed form a bar held by machine screws. Anti-torque attachments mountable facing forward are also shown.

Abstract: A side airbag module assembly for a vehicle seat back rest features a molded plastic cover (22) with a Class A surface constituting the outside of the cover visible after installation in the backrest (60). An airbag holder portion (24) made of plastic is molded onto the cover (22). The airbag holder portion (24) is formed as a fastening bracket (34). An airbag (15) including a gas generator (14) is prepackaged in a soft pack (12) with fasteners (20) protruding from the soft pack (12). The fasteners (20) and the fastening bracket (34) are configured to attach the soft pack (12) to the airbag holder portion (24). Upon deployment of the airbag, the fastening bracket (34) will bend and thereby open the cover (22), which allows the airbag (15) to inflate in a forward direction.

Abstract: An airbag is manufactured as follows. In a first joining step, peripheral portions of structural fabric portions that are located closer to the main body fabric portions at the installation are joined to the main body fabric portions in a spread state. In a second joining step, a part that is not overlaid onto the structural fabric portions is joined to the main body fabric portions, and a part that is overlaid onto the structural fabric portions is joined only to the structural fabric portions. In a third joining step, peripheral portions of the structural fabric portions that are separated away from the main body fabric portions at the installation are joined to each other.

Abstract: A roll-bar structural arrangement featuring symmetrical covers that can be mounted both internally and externally of the structure of the accessory, on both sides, without the need for separate parts, said cover (30) being attached to the extension (11) of the roll-bar and ends fitted onto the central bar (10), and comprising single body parts shaped in the form of two symmetrical parts (301) and (302) and welded together via tongue and groove (not shown) placed on the edges, with a hollow inner region and featuring a leading segment (31) with a curvature coinciding with the curvature of the extreme portion of the central bar (10), and a secondary segment (32) projecting from the vicinity of the end of the leading segment (31), said secondary segment (32) accompanying the curvature of the extension (11) of the roll-bar, with ends of the leading segment (31) and of the extension (32) with an opening (33) with a section coinciding with the diameter of the central bar (10) and of the extension (11) of the roll-b

Abstract: An adjustable steering column for a vehicle and a bushing for the adjustable steering column are provided. The adjustable steering column includes a column jacket having a lower jacket extending along a first axis and an upper jacket telescopically coupled to and extending with the lower jacket. The lower and upper shafts are configured to selectively move telescopically relative to one another for telescope adjustment of the steering column. The adjustable steering column also includes a bushing positioned between the lower jacket and the upper jacket, the bushing including a support portion extending along a length between the lower jacket and upper jacket, the support portion including a first seating area, and a roller portion positioned in the first seating area, the roller portion configured to engage at least one of an outer surface of the lower jacket and an inner surface of the upper jacket.

Abstract: A loop (5) is attached to a grip (1) of a pole using a ball and socket joint. The ball and socket joint encompasses a ball (7) that is held with the capacity to turn and pivot in a recess (8) in the head (4) of the grip (1).

Abstract: An apparatus provided for releasing the dogging function of a panic device for an exit door without the use of a key or other external device includes an end cap button; an adjustable connecting rod assembly; and a modified latch plate; Depressing the end cap button pushes the rod assembly to rotate the modified latch plate to release the dogging function of the panic device.

Abstract: An auxiliary latch release assembly, and method of operation, for use with a vehicle having a body defining a cargo area, a door, and a door latch mounted in the door and including an auxiliary latch release. The assembly may comprise a handle that is accessible in the cargo area, a release cable having a first end engaging the handle and a second end extending in the body adjacent to the door having the door latch, and an e-latch override assembly mounted in the body that engages the second end of the release cable and includes a latch release member. The latch release member can be actuated by the e-latch override assembly to engage the auxiliary latch release to release the door latch.

Abstract: A restraint device includes a latch and a catch. The latch is rotatable between a first latch position and a second latch position about a latch axis of rotation, which is remote from the latch. The catch is provided with a first arm and a second arm. The catch is rotatable about a catch axis of rotation between a first catch position and a second catch position. The catch axis of rotation extends through the catch. When the catch is in the first catch position, the latch, as it is rotated from the first latch position toward the second latch position, contacts the first arm to rotate the catch about the catch axis of rotation, thereby allowing the latch to rotate about the latch axis of rotation past the catch.

Abstract: Grill accessories and food preparation devices are shown and described. In one embodiment, the grill accessory is used to remove a cooking grate from a grill and retain the accessory in a resting position on a ledge or the like. The accessory may include a handle assembly having an upper handle and a lower lateral support. The accessory typically includes at least one prong extension. Further, a vertical support spaces the lateral support and the prong extension. The result is grilling systems and methods to improve grilling and food hygiene practices.

Abstract: Before chuck 20 is opened, coil spring 22 is compressed, and coil spring 22 applies downward force to holding nails 24. Accordingly, when the chuck 20 is opened, resultant force that opens the chuck 20 and the restoring force of the coil spring 22 causes the holding nails 24 to automatically move in oblique downward directions. As a result, the holding nails 24 move to positions that are laterally close to the holding target workpiece 26a. At this time, when other workpieces 26b and 26c neighbor the holding target workpiece 26a, the holding nails 24 can move the neighboring workpieces 26b and 26c from the workpiece 26a so as to flick away the neighboring workpieces 26b and 26c.

Abstract: The invention relates to a gripping device, comprising a proximal member (10), a medial member (20), and a distal member (30), which are each pivotably supported on each other, and comprising an actuator (80), which is coupled to a slidably supported coupling element (50), wherein the coupling element (50) is arranged between the proximal member (10) and the distal member (30) and is connected in a force-transmitting manner both to the proximal member (10) and to the distal member (30). According to the invention, at least one lever (40) is arranged on the coupling element (50), which lever is connected both to the proximal member (10) and to the distal member (30) and kinematically couples the proximal member (10) with the distal member (30).

Abstract: A static and length adjustable device for aiding a user in removing dissimilar items from a bed of a truck without any modification to the device to remove the dissimilar items. The device includes a pole, a head, length-adjusting apparatus, and attaching apparatus. The pole has a length. The head extends from the pole, and together therewith, are for aiding the user in removing the dissimilar items from the bed of the truck without any modification to the device to remove the dissimilar items. The length-adjusting apparatus is operatively connected to, and selectively adjusts the length of, the pole, and is for facilitating aiding the user in removing the dissimilar items from the bed of the truck without any modification to the device to remove the dissimilar items. The attaching apparatus replaceably attaches the head to the pole.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of manufacturing vehicle frame assemblies. Some of the disclosed methods include forming a key and receptor arrangement between an interconnecting member, having a first material composition, and a cross-member, having a second material composition; attaching the interconnecting member and cross-member via the key and receptor arrangement at one location; inserting the interconnecting member and cross-member in a side rail; and welding the interconnecting member to the side rail at another location.

Abstract: A vehicle console assembly includes a vehicle console and a support member. The vehicle console includes first and second cup holders. Each of the cup holders has an upper opening defined by a surface of the vehicle console and a bottom portion extending downwardly in the vehicle. The bottom portions of the cup holders are spaced from each other. The support member directly couples the bottom portion of the first cup holder to the bottom portion of the second cup holder. Also, the support member is spaced apart from the surface of the vehicle console that defines the upper openings.

Abstract: Deformation of a trunk door is suppressed with a simple structure. A lateral bead is formed along a ridgeline region that is formed by an inner upper wall portion and an inner rear wall portion of an inner panel of the trunk door. The lateral bead is not connected to a ring bead formed at an outer periphery of the inner panel. Thus, stiffness of the ridgeline region may be suppressed compared with a case in which the lateral bead is connected to the ring bead. Thus, substantial V-form folding of an outer upper wall portion and an outer rear wall portion may be suppressed.

Abstract: A drive device for a sliding door or a pivot and slide door of a transportation vehicle including at least one runner mounter such that it can at least move linearly so as to move a door leaf attached to the latter. A motor is attached to the runner of to the transportation vehicle. A first transmission mechanism between the motor and the runner affects the longitudinal displacement of the runner. Between the motor and the first transmission mechanism at least two attachment options are provided which differ in the arrangement relationship of the first transmission mechanism and the motor.

Abstract: A guide (10) for a sliding door, in particular of a vehicle (V), includes: a first straight section (11), a second straight section (12), a curved section (11C), in particular the curved section (11C) being located between the first straight section (11) and the second straight section (12), the guide (10) including a first portion (20) having a substantially inverted U-shaped cross-section and including a first side wall (21), an intermediate wall (21I) and a second side wall (22) facing the first side wall (21). The first straight section (11) and the second straight section (12) of the guide (10) include an intermediate wall (21I) so realized as to include at least one corrugation (23).

Abstract: A frame sealing unit for a vehicle, that is disposed between a front pillar and a side outer panel of a vehicle, may include a main body where a mounting space is formed at one end thereof, a first pad that is inserted into the mounting space, a bonding member that is bonded to one side lower surface of the main body and an insert portion is formed on the exterior circumference thereof, a second pad that is inserted into the insert portion corresponding to the shape of the bonding member, a sub-body that is mounted on the bonding member in a position corresponding to one side surface of the main body and is spaced apart from the main body to form an operating space, and an expandable pad that is inserted into the operating space and slid when heated to an initial temperature.

Abstract: An impact absorbing member includes a hollow body having a plurality of ribs, and the hollow body includes a low rib density portion being a portion where density of the ribs is low, and a high rib density portion being a portion where density of the ribs is high. The hollow body may include a thin portion and a thick portion.

Abstract: There is provided a vehicle body structure that can improve collision performance at the time of a rear collision. The vehicle body structure includes first and second crash boxes that are provided at rear ends of rear side members. Further, the second crash boxes are disposed at positions different from the positions of the first crash boxes in a vertical direction of the vehicle. The second crash boxes, which are disposed at the positions different from the positions of the first crash boxes, can absorb a load applied from bumper reinforcement of another vehicle. Since a load at the time of a rear collision is absorbed by the second crash boxes, it is possible to suppress the deformation of a trunk that is provided at the rear portion of a vehicle body.

Abstract: A seal adapted to extend along an interface between a vehicle hood and cowl. A profile has a base layer seating upon a flattened lip edge of the cowl, the base layer being supported upon the cowl lip edge from a rear edge to an intermediate underside stepped protrusion. The base layer further exhibits having a forward bottom projecting portion. A first upwardly/rearwardly and substantially linear angled blade extends from a first location of the base layer, with a second upwardly/forwardly and arcuately shaped blade extending from a second forward spaced location of the base layer, such that said blades project relative to underside opposing locations of the hood in contacting fashion and in order to both prevent admittance of engine exhaust into an adjoining passenger compartment and to provide optimum resistance to sound transfer.

Abstract: A structure for a front portion of a vehicle is provided with a windshield lower member. The windshield lower member includes a windshield lower member main body, and an extended portion formed so as to extend frontward from a front end portion of the windshield lower member main body. The extended portion includes a base portion formed so as to continue from a front end portion of the windshield lower member main body, a weight portion extending in an obliquely front-upward direction from a front end portion of the base portion, and a weak portion that extends in a vehicle width direction at a boundary between the base portion and the weight portion, and that has lower rigidity than the base portion.

Abstract: Provided is a vehicle upper structure which is capable of increasing, in a simple manner, a section modulus (resistive force) against a bending moment to be imposed on a roof reinforcement by a swinging phenomenon of a gusset occurring when a side impact load input into a center pillar and a roof side rail member is applied to the roof reinforcement from the gusset during a vehicle side impact event, to allow the load to be effectively dispersed to the roof reinforcement. The vehicle upper structure comprises a roof side rail member 4, a roof reinforcement 15 and a gusset 30, wherein an end of the gusset 30 on a side fastened to the roof reinforcement 15 has a shape which inclines with respect to a line L1 oriented in a vehicle front-rear direction, in top plan view.

Abstract: Provided is a sunroof apparatus capable of opening and closing an opening of a fixed outer roof panel of a vehicle, the closing being done by locating a front edge of a movable roof panel at a location adjacent to an upper edge of a front window without the fixed outer roof panel between the front edge of the movable roof panel and the upper edge of the front window. The sunroof apparatus comprises a front roof rail whose cross sectional shape is approximately closed, the front rail extending in a width direction of the vehicle and being attached to an inside of the upper edge portion of the front window. And the front edge portion of the movable roof panel is located over the closed cross sectional shape of the front roof rail when the opening of the fixed outer roof panel is closed.

Abstract: A sunroof apparatus includes a movable roof panel including a front edge connected to an upper edge of a front window without a roof outer plate interposed between the roof panel and the front window for closing an opening portion of a roof; a seal member disposed at a circumference of an edge portion of the opening portion; a front panel holder fixed to a lower surface of at least the front edge of the roof panel for reinforcing the roof panel, wherein during closing of the opening portion of the roof, the front panel holder pressingly contacts the seal member disposed at the front edge of the roof panel, and a lower surface of the roof panel pressingly contacts directly the seal member disposed at a rear edge of the roof panel.

Abstract: Provided is a sunroof apparatus including a movable roof panel installed in an opening in a fixed outer roof panel of a vehicle, a drive slider to move in a front-rear direction along a fixed guide frame, and a panel support stay interposing between the roof panel and the drive slider to support the roof panel. The roof panel is tilted up and moves backward by a backward moving of the panel support stay while the panel support stay is in an inclined position, as the drive slider slides backward. A part of a plurality of engagement portions between the panel support stay and the drive slider is located rearward more than a rear edge of the opening when the opening is fully opened.

Abstract: A furniture member providing powered occupant lift includes a mechanism having a mechanism support base, a support base side movably connected to the mechanism support base, and a mechanism inner portion connected to the support base side. The mechanism inner portion includes a seat back portion; a leg rest portion; and a first drive assembly connected to the mechanism inner portion sequentially operating to extend the leg rest portion from a stowed to a fully extended position followed by seat back portion rotation from an upright to a fully reclined position. A second drive assembly connected between the mechanism support base and the support base side displaces the support base side and the mechanism inner portion with respect to the mechanism support base. A frame structure connected to the support base side is moved to at least a forward fully raised position by operation of the lift/drive mechanism.

Abstract: A chair for use in combination with a table. The chair has a seat, a back and four legs. To the back, an upper backrest and a lower backrest are secured. The lower backrest can rotate with respect to the back. While projecting forwards from the back, the lower backrest engages with the upper surface of the top plate of the table. The chair is therefore supported, with the legs suspended above the floor.

Abstract: A locking device is disclosed, such as for head restraint of a vehicle seat. The head restraint has a first subsection that may be displaced from a first position in a direction of displacement into a comfort position. Relative movement of a second subsection relative to the first subsection and/or relative to a third subsection is provided about a rotational axis substantially parallel to the direction of displacement. A blocking device and a sliding device are arranged between the first and second subsections and/or between the second and third subsections.

Abstract: A multi-point locking system for a carseat including a base having an upper surface, a lower surface, front and rear ends, and left and right sides, the lower surface dimensioned to rest upon a vehicle seat and a seat having a seating surface and an exterior surface, the exterior surface removably engagable with the upper surface of the base. Four locking points removably engage the seat to the base comprising two spaced apart rear locking points positioned toward the rear end of the base and two spaced apart front locking points positioned toward the front end of the base. An actuator control releases the engagement between the seat and the base.

Abstract: A fitting for a vehicle seat, in particular for a motor vehicle seat, includes a first fitting part, on which a ring gear is formed, a second fitting part, on which a gear is formed. The gear meshes with the ring gear, whereby the two fitting parts are in transmission connection with each other. It also includes a rotatably supported eccentric for driving a relative rolling motion of the gear and the ring gear, wherein the eccentric rotates in the circumferential direction and is driven by a carrier. An installation space is provided between the first fitting part and the second fitting part, wherein a separating ring is arranged in the installation space. The separating ring divides the installation space into an outer installation space, and an inner installation space.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus for lifting a user from a sitting position to a semi-upright position. The lifting apparatus is positioned under the seat portion and along the back portion of the chair. The lifting surface extends from a first roller over a second roller and along the front surface of the chair to the base of the lifting apparatus adjacent the front of the chair. A seating area can be provided in the lifting surface to keep the user in position on the lifting surface. To use the lifting apparatus, the first roller is rotated to wrap the lifting surface onto the first roller which moves the lifting surface away from the front surface of the chair and lifts the user away from the chair.

Abstract: A cold planer includes a frame and a cutting mechanism having a rotatable cutter configured to cut material of a substrate. An anti-slabbing mechanism is coupled to the frame and includes an upwardly oriented base plate, and a plurality of skids. The skids are arranged in a first subset and a second subset positioned upon opposite outboard sides of a forwardly projecting plow, and downwardly depend from a base plate of the anti-slabbing mechanism, for applying a slabbing opposition force to uncut material of the substrate.

Abstract: An apparatus for producing round brushes, which have bristles twisted in between two portions of a folded wire. The apparatus has a bristle feeding device and a rotary gripper for twisting two portions of wire with bristles located therebetween, a deflecting device with two deflecting rollers spaced apart in the longitudinal direction of the wire. The rotary gripper is linearly displaceable transversely in relation to the longitudinal direction of the wire, for gripping the folded region of the wire that is formed by force being applied by an application element that is adjustable between the deflecting rollers transversely in relation to the longitudinal direction of the wire. A bristle feeding device, for feeding bristles to the bent-around portions of wire, is provided in the region of the deflecting rollers. In the region of the unfolded portions of wire there is provided a device for slowing the advancement of the wire.

Abstract: A brush head, particularly a toothbrush head, may have a plurality of cleaning elements, in particular bristle tufts, which are anchored by an end section in a brush carrier, wherein the cleaning elements may be cast with positive engagement in blind-hole shaped retaining recesses. For producing such a brush head different cleaning elements, such as bristle tufts may be fused by heat and may be placed in a mold cavity to be over-molded.

Abstract: A braking device for braking a moving mass includes a movably guided coupling member for pressing a brake lining against a braking surface, a brake cylinder, filled with a hydraulic liquid, a brake piston which is movable inside the brake cylinder and which is connected to the coupling member. At least one hydraulic line can be connected to the brake cylinder. The device ensures the moving masses to be reliably decelerated. For that purpose, a fluidic-mechanical safety brake device is used to connect the brake cylinder to the one or more hydraulic lines.

Abstract: A vehicle brake fluid pressure control apparatus controls operations of a fluid pressure adjusting unit capable of performing adjustment of individually increasing and decreasing brake fluid pressures acting respectively on wheel brakes for front wheels and wheel brakes for rear wheels to be within allowable differential pressures allowable between the brake fluid pressures of the wheel brakes for the left and right coaxial front wheels and the left and right coaxial rear wheels. In the apparatus, estimated vehicle body deceleration calculator calculates an estimated vehicle body deceleration of a vehicle and allowable differential pressure setting device sets the allowable differential pressures matching a road surface friction coefficient based on the estimated vehicle body deceleration calculated by the estimated vehicle body deceleration calculator. This enables accurate judgment of a road surface having a high friction coefficient and setting of sufficiently large allowable differential pressures.