Abstract: A radar support device supports a radar that detects an object in front of a vehicle. The radar support device includes a bracket that is mounted to the vehicle and a plurality of guide rods that extend rearward from the radar while fixed to the radar and coupled to the bracket in forward and rearward directions. A plurality of fastening members are fastened to the plurality of guide rods from a rear surface of the bracket, and one or more springs are installed between the radar and the bracket to move the radar forward.

Abstract: A configurable storage assembly for a storage compartment of a vehicle, the storage assembly including a plurality of panels extendable between a retracted position and an extended position, one or more attachment features coupled to the first end of each wall portion, and one or more receiving features coupled to the vehicle, the receiving features are configured to be selectively coupled to the attachment features. Each panel includes a wall portion having a first end and an opposite second end, the second end of the wall portion extending from a surface of the vehicle. In the retracted position, the attachment feature of each panel is spaced apart from the receiving features. In the extended position, the attachment feature of each panel is coupled to one of the receiving features.

Abstract: The invention relates to detection technology field and provides a tool-less tray that is detachably mounted on a casing inner wall. The tray has a plate body and a side wall; at least 3 shaped holes are disposed on the side wall; at least one screw pillar is fixed to the plate body and is configured to be firmly connected to an additional function board. The technical solution provided by the invention is tool-less, realizes fast installation and detachment of tray, realizes fast addition and removal of additional function board in limited space and is convenient to be used.

Abstract: A container holder with a smaller profile when in use and not in use.

Abstract: An exemplary radar mounting device for attaching a component to a vehicle body may include a resilient grommet secured within an opening formed in the component. The device may also have a stud for attachment to the vehicle body. The stud may have a ball portion received within the resilient grommet for attaching the component to the stud. In addition, the device may have a nut fastened to the stud to secure the component to the stud.

Abstract: A firearm rack is mounted on door hardware in the door opening of a vehicle in which the door has been removed. The firearm rack may be mounted in sockets provided by a door hinge half connected to the vehicle. A brace may be provided to prevent rotation of the firearm rack. The firearm rack may be fixed to door hardware exposed by removal of the door, such as the sockets, the hinge plates or the screw openings of the door opening. The firearm rack may be inboard of the outside of the vehicle.

Abstract: An accessory mounting apparatus is provided for coupling to a vehicle roll bar. The accessory mounting apparatus illustratively includes a driver side clamping device configured to be secured to a driver side upright of the roll bar, and a passenger side clamping device configured to be secured to the passenger side upright of the roll bar. Protective sleeves cooperate with the clamping devices to protect the roll bar from damaging contact therewith. A laterally extending cross member extends between the driver side clamping device and the passenger side clamping device.

Abstract: An exemplary radar mounting device for attaching a component to a vehicle body may include a resilient grommet secured within an opening formed in the component. The device may also have a stud for attachment to the vehicle body. The stud may have a ball portion received within the resilient grommet for attaching the component to the stud. In addition, the device may have a nut fastened to the stud to secure the component to the stud.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fastening device for connecting a unit (120) to two mutually spaced headrest bars (101b, 101c) of a vehicle seat (101), comprising a first coupling element (102, 102a) for receiving a second coupling element (103, 103a) arranged on the unit (120) as well as a first fastening element (105) arranged on the first coupling element (102, 102a) and a second fastening element (106) moveably connected to the first fastening element (105), by way of which fastening elements the first coupling element (102, 102a) can be fastened to the headrest bars (101b, 101c). The first fastening element (105) and the second fastening element (106) are supported on the headrest bars (101b, 101c) and can be moved relative to each other in parallel to a connecting line (100) extending approximately horizontally between the centers of the headrest bars (101b, 101c).

Abstract: A device for removably mounting an accessory to a vehicle includes a chassis. The chassis includes a first end, an opposing second end, at least one leg extending therebetween, and an accessory interface located proximate the first end of the chassis. The leg includes at least one hole extending therethrough. At least one fastening mechanism extends into at least a portion of the hole of the leg. At least one accessory mount is configured to releasably engage at least a portion of the accessory interface of the chassis.

Abstract: A tray for mounting between walls in which the bottom and sidewalls of the tray body are formed as an integral piece using a pultrusion process. Electrical conductors may be embedded into the tray body to permit attachment and electrical coupling of lights and other electrical apparatus thereto. Slots formed in ridges which are intergrally formed on the bottom of the tray are aligned with slots formed in ribs formed integrally along an inner surface of the tray sidewalls. A tray divider is selectively securable in aligned slots in the ridges and ribs and held in place with a clip.

Abstract: A bracket is used to mount an accessory bag to a curved vehicle windshield, providing a planar bag mounting surface to prevent distortion of the bag. Angularly arranged planar surfaces of the bracket allow for mounting to windshields of varying curvatures. A mounting assembly including the bracket enables the bag to be secured to the windshield in a variety of configurations and locations on the windshield.

Abstract: A holder and vehicle storage system are provided for securely retaining objects, such as in the glove compartments of automobiles, trucks, boats, etc. The holder may be mounted to the inside of a glove compartment door such that it is out of sight when the glove compartment door is closed. The vehicle storage system uses a conventional latch mechanism to mount the holder to the door without the need for additional fasteners. An object may be retained within the holder through the use of two undercut tabs for snap-fit reception of the object. The holder and vehicle storage system may be used to hold electronic instruments having sensitive components that would otherwise be damaged during movement of a vehicle.

Abstract: There is provided an electrical accessory mounting device capable of adjusting an electrical accessory to the position viewable from a rider. The mounting device of the navigation apparatus 20 mounted on the steering stem pipe 3 of the saddle-type vehicle 1 comprises the fixture 4 mounted on the saddle-type vehicle 1, the bracket 5 holding the navigation apparatus 20, and the angular setting means 37 making at least part of the bracket 5 movable to the fixture 4 in the longitudinal direction of the saddle-type vehicle 1 and setting an angle of the bracket 5 to a predetermined angle by the position corresponding to the movement of the bracket 5. The angular setting means 37 includes a pair of long holes 34, 35 provided on the fixture 4 and a pair of screws 36F, 36B moving along a pair of long holes 34, 35 provided on the bracket 5.

Abstract: A tablet support is provided. In some embodiments the tablet support includes: legs; hook supports located at an end of each leg; a support strap configured to form a loop over a support member; and a fastener attaching the support strap to the legs. A method of assembling a tablet support may be provided. The method may include: providing a support loop; equipping a support strap with the support loop; attaching support legs to the support strap; terminating the support legs with hooks; and attaching a fastening structure on the support strap.

Abstract: Devices, methods and systems described herein provide for removably attaching an electronic device holder to a set of headrest bars of a seat in a vehicle in a manner which allows the user, while seated in the backseat of the vehicle, to utilize the electronic device without holding the electronic device.

Abstract: An attachment mechanism is described for attaching accessories to a stake hole in the sidewall of a cargo area of a vehicle, such as a pickup truck. The mechanism comprises of a base plate with a grove formed in the top of the base plate having the shape of an inverted T. An attachment plate having a connector, also having the shape of an inverted T, is attached to the bottom surface of the attachment plate. An attachment such as a tie down ring, a tie down anchor, a flag pole or tent pole holder or the like is attached to the top surface of the attachment plate. The attachment plate can then be attached to the base plate by sliding the inverted T shaped connector into the inverted T shaped groove in the base plate. Another attachment mechanism is described which can be used to attach accessories to vehicles without stake holes or to other regions of a vehicle.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention relates to a fastening device for the fastening of an attachment part on a carrying part, for a motor vehicle, with at least one hooking-in device, which includes a carrying element that is fastened or can be fastened to the carrying part. The fastening device further includes an attachment element that is configured to be fastened to the attachment part, and also has a securing element.

Abstract: A center console is provided between two vehicle seats arranged next to each other. At least one front side of the center console, at least one container can be arranged in a detachable manner.

Abstract: A device support stand has a base fixed to a device on which the support stand is installed, a first support shaft upstanding from the base, a second support shaft extended on a line perpendicular to the first support shaft and joined to the first support shaft via a first movable section, a third support shaft placed at a portion a predetermined distance away from the first support shaft, a fourth support shaft extended on a line perpendicular to the third support shaft and joined to the third support shaft via a second movable section, a pair of first and second connection frames joined to the fourth support shaft via third and fourth movable sections, respectively, and a device fixation member for device installation, installed on one end of the third support shaft. The first and second connection frames are joined together by adjustment/joint means for adjusting the spacing between the first and second connection frames so as to limit rotation of the first to fourth movable sections.

Abstract: A cargo attachment bracket to be carried on an interior bed rail extending parallel to, and spaced down from, a top portion of a side of a pickup truck bed, comprising: a) a body having a front face, a rear face juxtaposed against the interior rail, and an opening extending between the front and rear face; b) a screw having a head portion, a shank portion extending through the opening between the front and rear face, and a lug for engagement within, and under an interior side portion of the rail for releasable attachment of the body to a chosen position along the length of the rail; c) an arm having a bracket end, and an opposite inwardly projecting end; d) an arm extension projecting from the unhinged end portion of the arm, configured together with the arm, and provided with selection and locking means for selection and lockably fixing the combined projection of the arm and the extension from the rail; and, e) a releasable cargo attachment end portion carried by the unattached end of the arm extension.

Abstract: A positioning member for bicycle racks includes an integral body made of resilient material and a passage defined through the body so that the bicycle rack extends through the passage. At least two support surfaces are located at outside of the body and have different widths. The at least two support surfaces are perpendicular to an axis of the passage. The support surfaces are chosen to support bicycles of different sizes. Thus, the positioning member of the present invention is provided for kinds of bicycles with simplified structure.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for detachably coupling an oxygen bottle to an ambulance cot such that they are transportable together as a unit. The device fits between a pair of support legs of the cot, and is adjustable to accommodate oxygen bottles of various sizes.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted accessory fixture is disclosed which mounts, at a predetermined position on a vehicle exterior, a vehicle-mounted accessory which is to be connected by a cable or the like to a vehicle-mounted electronic device installed in an interior of the vehicle. The fixture includes a bracket on which the vehicle-mounted accessory is mounted, the bracket having two ends, and a bolt which fixes the bracket to the vehicle exterior. The bracket has at one end a mounting portion on which the vehicle-mounted accessory is mounted and at the other end a through hole through which the bolt is inserted, and the bolt has a through hole which is formed so as to axially extend and which has such an inner diameter that the cable is loosely inserted through the through hole of the bolt.

Abstract: A connection device for connecting a bicycle rack to a connection member on a vehicle includes a clamping unit composed of four quarters and a mounting member is mounted onto the four quarters withinhich the connection member is enclosed. A bolt's head is clamped by four respective protrusions on the four quarters and the shank extends through the top of the clamping unit and the mounting member so as to be connected with a knob. A lock is received in the knob and cooperated with the bolt. The mounting member has a T-shaped slot and two lugs extend from the mounting member. The vertical slot is located between the two lugs and a quick release unit is cooperated with the two lugs so as to control the distance between the two lugs. By using the quick release unit, the four quarters can quickly release the connection member.

Abstract: A trash bin towing bracket utilized to tow single or multiple trash bins of the conventional, single handle, wheeled type, with hinged lids. In a preferred embodiment, the bracket consists one cut and shaped rigid metal sheet or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) or similar resins. The device can be easily attached to almost any common trailer hitch ball (automobile, tractor, SUV). Aforementioned bracket also used to attach a second or more trash bins to each other for to allow multiple bins to be towed simultaneously.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of apparatus, methods, and systems for securing articles, such as electronic articles (for example, laptop computers and the like) for theft deterrence or prevention. In some embodiments, theft deterrence is provided by securing the article(s) to an object that makes the task of removing the article more difficult for a would-be thief. Locking the article into the system or device often inhibits access to various fastening devices to further deter/prevent theft.

Abstract: The invention relates to a monitor supporting structure disposed on a rear side of a car monitor. The monitor supporting structure includes two first connecting members, two second connecting members and two universal joints. The two first connecting members are connected on the rear side of the car monitor. Each second connecting member has a sleeve on one side thereof, and the sleeve has a through-hole portion thereinside. The universal joint is disposed between one of the first connecting members and the corresponding second connecting member. The through-hole portion of the sleeve can be assembled on the head-restraint metal-rods; further, due to the rotation of the two second connecting members, the monitor supporting structure can be applied in different cars. Moreover, the angle and the position of the monitor can be easily adjusted.

Abstract: It is provided a support structure for a cooling unit for a vehicle, in which in one straight side edge portion of a rectangular cooling unit, a first support point and a second support point, which are set to be away from each other in a longitudinal direction of the one side edge portion, are supported by a first retention portion and a second retention portion, respectively, the first retention portion and the second retention portion being provided in a single support bracket fixed integrally to a vehicle body, the second retention portion supporting the second support point through a fragile portion that is broken to permit the second support point to be separated from the second retention portion when an external force equal to or larger than a predetermined value is applied to the second support point in a direction toward a rear side of a vehicle; and when the fragile portion is broken, the second support point being permitted to move toward the rear side of the vehicle, and to pivot in a direction of

Abstract: Load mounting systems for vehicles and methods of securing loads are provided. A load mounting system for a vehicle generally includes a support assembly configured for supporting a load, wherein the support assembly has a first end and a second end, the first end being mountable to a frame of a vehicle at one or more support assembly mounting locations along the frame. The system further includes at least one retaining device configured for securing the load on the support assembly, the at least one retaining device being coupleable to the first and second ends of the support assembly, wherein the at least one retaining device is coupleable to the first end of the support assembly at a different location than the support assembly mounting locations along the frame.

Abstract: A positioning system operable about a motorcycle for selectively locating a utility, such as a storage utility or a back rest utility, in one of a plurality of positions about a rear fender of the motorcycle. The positioning system includes a mounting assembly having first and second side mounts securable about opposing sides of the rear fender. The positioning system also includes a carriage configured to support the utility, and which is slidably coupled to the mounting assembly, and which has a range of travel defined by a centerline of the carriage that translating at least the entire length of the side mounts between a most forward position and a most rearward position. The positioning system further includes a riser operable to elevate the carriage above an upper surface of the rear fender, and a locking device that allows the carriage to be locked in a plurality of positions above the rear fender of the motorcycle.

Abstract: A compressor mounted on a vehicle-side mounting section by using through bolts. The area of a first mounting surface of the compressor at which the compressor is mounted on the vehicle-side mounting section is set greater than the area of a second mounting surface where a seat surface for a head of each through bolt is formed. Because both the mounting surfaces have different areas, vibration is suppressed when the compressor is mounted in place. Thus, the simple improvement can effectively reduce vibration when the compressor is mounted on the vehicle-side mounting section using through bolts.

Abstract: An accessory adapter for a motorized personal transporter, which includes a bracket, a support member attached to the bracket, and a bearing assembly. The bearing assembly is mounted on an outer wheel nut of a wheel of the transporter, while the bracket is attached to a wheel assembly of the transporter. An inner connecting member of the bracket is connected to an inner portion of the wheel assembly of the transporter, while an outer connecting member of the bracket engages the bearing assembly. The outer connecting member of the bracket includes a concave cavity in which the bearing assembly lies, thereby allowing the wheel of the transporter to spin freely and brace the weight of the accessory. The support member may include a pair of prongs, which are connected to the bracket, and a neck that contains a plurality of holes which enables a user to connect accessories to the adapter, such as video camera equipment, golf bags, hunting rifles, and other personal items.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a container system, and a container attachment system, for attaching at least one container to the surface of a trunk lid. The attachment, or fastening, system includes a trunk bra that has flap edging comprising a mechanism for attaching to the interior of the trunk and buckles for attaching to straps on the container.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention relates to a fastening device for the fastening of an attachment part on a carrying part, for a motor vehicle, with at least one hooking-in device, which includes a carrying element that is fastened or can be fastened to the carrying part. The fastening device further includes an attachment element that is configured to be fastened to the attachment part, and also has a securing element.

Abstract: An accessory mounting system is for attaching at least first and second accessories to a vehicle. A first bracket is configured to connectably receive the first accessory and a second bracket is configured to connectably receive the second accessory. The second bracket has a configuration substantially different than the first bracket. A mount is coupled with the vehicle and is configured to connectably receive the first bracket to attach the first accessory to the vehicle and to alternatively connectably receive the second bracket to attach the second accessory to the vehicle. The mount preferably includes a base coupled with the vehicle and at least one and preferably two apertures extending into the base, each configured to receive a fastener coupled with the accessory. A slotted opening extends into the base, is spaced below the apertures, and configured to receive a portion of either an accessory or a bracket connected therewith.

Abstract: Fastening method and device for detachably fixing a load carrier to a vehicle that includes a bracket configured to be affixed to a roof of the vehicle. The bracket has at least one elongate recess or hole for detachably clamping a load carrier foot. The load carrier foot includes an axially movable hooked member or bolt with a hooked portion having an elongated shape, which is configured to be moved through the elongated recess. The hooked member is twistable in the recess to axially lock the hooked member against the bracket. The elongate recess or hole may have longitudinally elongate or arched longitudinal edges, and corresponding ledge surfaces, whereby the hooked portion of the hooked member, for example a head of the bolt, may longitudinally slide along the longitudinally elongate or arched ledge surfaces and tilt forward in the event of a sudden slowing or stopping of the vehicle, for instance, in a crash.

Abstract: A connecting structure of an MP3 device holding unit and an articulated connecting rod includes a connecting rod, a coupling unit, and a holding unit for holding a MP3 device; the connecting rod has a plug to be inserted in a car cigarette lighter socket; the coupling unit includes an angle main body, and a connecting member, which is connected to a first end portion of the angle main body at one end, and the connecting rod at the other end for allowing the angle main body to be turned relative to the connecting rod; therefore, the holding unit can be pivoted left and right as well as up and down for adjusting orientation of the MP3 device; the holding unit includes a back shell part, and it is connected to a second end of the angle main body so as to be turnable relative to the coupling unit.

Abstract: The invention comprises a combination storage unit and step for a pickup truck, comprising: a) a body, containing an interior cavity for storage of items; b) one or more doors providing access to the interior of the storage body; c) one or more step assemblies mounted to the storage body and located adjacent to one or more of the doors; d) one or more brackets to secure the storage body to the undercarriage body mounts of the pickup truck, wherein the storage unit is mounted in a location between the front axle and rear axle of the pickup truck on one of the driver side and passenger side.

Abstract: An accessory mounting system for vehicles or the like including one or more mounting rails, one or more mounting clamps, one optional sliding rail per clamp, and one optional hinged latching mechanism per clamp. The mounting rail is trapezoidal in profile, and may include one or more pieces, and is permanently mounted to the vehicle frame, body, or other component and oriented with the wider of the two parallel faces facing outward from the vehicle's mounting surface.

Abstract: Stabilizer members for bicycle carriers often utilize a spool or hourglass shape that cannot accommodate different cross-sectional sizes of seat tube. This can often result in difficulties in adequately securing the bicycle to the bicycle carrier, and, therefore may result in damage to the bicycle, bicycle carrier, or even the vehicle. Accordingly, the bicycle carrier disclosed herein comprises a support member, a bracket attached to the support member, and a stabilizer member rotatably attached to the bracket, the stabilizer member including first and second faces, the first and second faces each including a channel having a radius of curvature wherein the radius of curvature of the first face is different than the radius of curvature of the second face.

Abstract: An improved mounting structure for mounting objects, such as handheld electronic devices, within a vehicle. The improved mounting structure includes a novel mounting plate that is provided with a pair of spaced-apart, uniquely-shaped connector elements that can be securely mated with connector elements provided on an object connector plate to which the handheld electronic device is connected.

Abstract: A removable cargo rack for carrying elongated and oversized materials alongside a car comprising an anchor end adapted to removably engage the open window of the car door, a cargo end adapted to retain and support the cargo, and a downwardly extending arm between the anchor end and the cargo end. Also disclosed is an assembly with a connection member connecting a plurality of removable cargo racks, wherein the connection member can be adapted to retain and support the cargo.

Abstract: Most surveyors use a GPS-enabled device when performing a land survey. To minimize the frequency with which GPS units lose their connection with a GPS satellite between survey points, the GPS unit is kept on the outside of the vehicle. Current devices that allow a GPS or survey pole to be attached to the outside of a vehicle only allow a GPS or survey pole to be mounted at the window. Embodiments of the present invention comprise a vehicle-mounted survey pole that allows the pole to be coupled to vehicle at a truck bed, a wheel-well or a trailer hitch. The embodiments comprise a rod and a vehicle-attachment bracket, the rod including a tube-clamp to couple the GPS or survey pole to the rod. The vehicle-attachment bracket couples the rod to the vehicle.

Abstract: A quick release mounting for a storage box in the bed of a pickup truck. The mounting includes an aid in locating the necessary hole to be bored in the box for mounting; guides in the subsequent placement of the box; and allows a tool-less removal and replacement of the box, when necessary.

Abstract: A multiple accessory port assembly (10) for mounting an accessory to the frame of a vehicle includes a frame member (12), a pair of mounting brackets (14, 14) for securing the assembly to the vehicle frame, and a pair of accessory ports (22, 22) carried on the frame. Each of the ports projects from the frame member and includes an opening (24, 24) for receiving the mounting port of an accessory such as a cargo carrier (C).

Abstract: An automobile trunk compartmentalizer which provides for variable connection of shafts and shaft housings by use of lockable pins whereby great variety of compartment sizes and shapes is possible at the user's option. Creation of more than one row of compartments in the automobile trunk may provide shallow compartments which are desirable for an aging population.

Abstract: A modular utility carrier to mount to a folded-down windshield assembly of a vehicle has a body tray having a length, width and height, the body tray formed by side walls and a bottom wall forming an upward-facing cavity, and a plurality of attachment assemblies connected to the body and having each an attachment interface to provide a releasable attachment to the folded-down windshield. Various embodiments are taught as well as methods.

Abstract: A console assembly for a vehicle including a video entertainment system includes a console housing having a storage compartment and a storage compartment closeout section pivotally connected to the console housing positionable between a raised position and a lowered position. An armrest is pivotally connected to the closeout section and is positionable between a closed position disposed adjacent the closeout section and an open position allowing access to a video monitor and monitor mount stored below. A video monitor mount pivotally connects the video monitor to the console assembly and allows for selective adjustment of the video monitor so that the screen is visible to rear seat occupants in the vehicle.

Abstract: A cargo net assembly which may be installed and removed from between a pair of seats within an automotive vehicle. The net assembly includes a substantially rectangular interwoven mesh net. A retainer is mounted to each corner of the net for supporting the net within the vehicle. A mounting frame is secured to an interior of the vehicle and includes an aperture with an insertion section and a restraint section for receiving the retainer. The net assembly is characterized by a pair of locking tabs disposed on the mounting frame for retaining the retainer in the restraint section. The retainer also includes a clamping portion for anchoring the retainer to the corners of the net and fastening portion extending from the clamping portion for mounting the retainer to the vehicle. The clamping portion includes two interconnected sections with the corner of the net sandwiched between the sections.