Upright Member Forms Container Patents (Class 224/566)
  • Patent number: 10414343
    Abstract: A seatback pocket structure includes a back board forming a back side of a seatback and a pocket forming board attached to the back board to define a seatback pocket between the back board and the pocket forming board. The back board includes a main part defining a major plane of the back board, and a cantilever tab having a base end connected to the main part and adapted for elastic bending deformation. The pocket forming board is connected to a free end part of the cantilever tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignees: Honda Motor Co., Ltd., TS Tech Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Kurt Shrewsbury, Kristian Villanueva, Amit Danane, Ganesh Narayanan, Masakazu Okada, Ronald C. Cozzo
  • Patent number: 10377315
    Abstract: A vehicle seating assembly includes a seat and a seatback. The seatback further includes a compartment in a side portion of the seatback. The compartment is pivotably and resiliently coupled to the side portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2019
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Kristin Ann Hellman, Christian J. Hosbach, Artur Stanislavovich Sakarian, Annette Lynn Huebner
  • Patent number: 8757458
    Abstract: A storage box comprises a housing with open ends and a tray that slides out either open end and up to at least fifty percent or up to at least sixty percent of the length of the tray may slide out either open end. Latch members operable from either open end of the housing selectively hold the tray in a centered position and can be released to allow the tray to slide out a selected end of the housing. Multiple latch member mating members may be associated with the housing for selective engagement by the latch members to latch the tray in multiple extended positions between the centered position and fully retracted positions out either the first or second open ends. Latch engagement members mounted on the doors engage latches connecting the tray to the housing when the doors are shut to prevent the latches from becoming unlatched when the doors are shut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: Lippert Components, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael W. Nebel
  • Patent number: 7404505
    Abstract: An enclosed carrier for a folded wheelchair, mounted on the outside side of an automobile, behind and adjacent to the driver's door, so that a wheelchair user can shift himself from his wheelchair to the driver's seat, then fold and store his own wheelchair, thus maintaining an economical independence.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Inventor: William Paul Walther
  • Patent number: 7004365
    Abstract: A transport cage (“cage”) and enclosed case combination, wherein the cage is adapted to attach to a vehicle rack where the cage functions simultaneously as a transport container and as a supplemental rack. The cage comprises a first and second tubular framework respectively defining an open box (“box”) and a lid. The lid can move between an open and closed position with respect to the box. In the preferred embodiment the cage is designed to accommodate a rifle case. At least one connector enables the cage to be connected to a vehicle rack. The first or second tubular framework enable additional items to be attached to the cage such that the cage acts as a supplemental rack. The cage and case combination is particularly suited to carrying additional items on an ATV rack thereby extending the carrying capacity of an ATV rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2006
    Inventor: Joseph T. Ingram
  • Patent number: 6796472
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Inventor: William C. Miller
  • Publication number: 20040079779
    Abstract: A carrying tray assembly for the rear of a sport utility vehicle. The assembly is suspended from sections of the sports bar arrangement and permits easy access to any items on the tray of the assembly. The assembly also permits other gear to be placed below the tray on the floor of the rear deck of the vehicle and covered with a tonneau if desired to protect the gear from the elements. The assembly has front and rear supporting systems that are adjustable to fit a variety of sport bar designs. Additionally, because the tray is suspended from sections of the sports bar arrangement rearwardly of the driver's and front passenger's seats, traditional half tops and windscreens can also be used on the vehicle at the same time as the carrying tray assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2002
    Publication date: April 29, 2004
    Inventor: Richard C. Essig
  • Publication number: 20040050891
    Abstract: An automotive tool tray and support assembly that can be removably engaged with and affixed to the hood-latch mechanisms of automobiles having rear-raising engine hoods. The support assembly comprises two hollow support members, with an extendable insert movably disposed within the support member. Both support members are substantially rigidly and removably affixed to their respective hood latch mechanisms by inserting the inserts in the hood latch mechanisms. The hood latch mechanisms engage with and retain the inserts, and the support members rest on the hood latch mechanism housings. An automotive tool tray is positioned over the exposed engine compartment by affixing the tray to the top ends of the support members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2002
    Publication date: March 18, 2004
    Inventor: Paul Kiyoshi Yamamoto
  • Publication number: 20030000983
    Abstract: A thermally insulated cooler adapted to attach to the front of a motorized golf cart. The cooler having a top wall, a bottom wall and a sidewall wherein the top, bottom and sidewalls are made of flexible, thermally insulating material. The cooler rests on the front face of the golf cart's body and provides a thermally insulated storage area for items. The cooler includes a connecting mechanism for detachably connecting at least one edge of the top wall to a corresponding edge of the sidewall to allow access to the storage area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2001
    Publication date: January 2, 2003
    Inventor: Stephen Edward Tyrer
  • Publication number: 20020134808
    Abstract: A crutch and cane holder attachment for attaching to the rear vertical surface portion, below the seat and preferably just above a rear deck, of a motorized wheelchair-scooter, of the type used to transport a disabled person. Such motorized wheelchair-scooters are typically provided in grocery stores and other retail establishments for use by disabled persons. The adjustable crutch and cane holder will accommodate storage of crutches or canes regardless of the angle of attachment of the holder to the motorized wheelchair-scooter or the slope of the wheelchair seat-back. This adjustability provides that the crutches will not hit the user in the head or interfere with the seat-back when utilizing a seat that swivels. The low mounting height provides for a minimal distance above the floor that the crutches or cane must be lifted to accommodate storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2001
    Publication date: September 26, 2002
    Inventors: Charles E. Gallagher, Edith A. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20020070255
    Abstract: Cargo racks for use with all terrain vehicles (“ATV's”) are disclosed. The racks have a generally horizontal base and upwardly extending vertical side walls which, together with the base, form a cargo area. One or more of the upwardly extending vertical side walls are hinged at the base, and can open in an outward direction to form a lift gate. When such a lift gate is in a lowered position, support chains or arms are not required to ensure that the lift gate remains fully extended. When closed, the lift gate is latched in place to prevent inadvertent opening of the lift gate. One or more of the vertical walls, including the lift gate, can be completely removed from the rack as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2000
    Publication date: June 13, 2002
    Inventors: Matthew Paul Hebert, Raymond Phillip Hebert, Raymond Philip Hebert
  • Patent number: 6371344
    Abstract: A device for holding tire chains which differs from the prior art in that it features double doors that open widely with only 5″ of clearance above the chain hanger. Other chain hangers have only one door that requires a significant amount of clearance to open or a removable door that gets left behind or falls off if not properly secured.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2002
    Inventor: Eugene W. Gros
  • Patent number: 6357645
    Abstract: A storage holster designed to securely contain and provide easy access to a release pull bar that is used for unlocking a fifth wheel assembly of a transport truck. The holster comprises an elongated rectangular plate with a carrier projecting from one side of the plate. The carrier receives and supports a release pull bar and has an open end which commences at a point midway along the longitudinal axis of the plate. The closed end of the carrier terminates at the distal end of the plate and is provided with one or more holes to permit drainage of grease or oil that may be coated on a pull bar following use thereof. A pin, inserted through a hole in both the carrier and plate, works in combination with a padlock to function as a security and safety device to prevent the pull bar from being removed without authorization, or from maneuvering out of position when the truck is in transit. Connected near the proximal end and on the same side of the plate is a narrow rectangular collar lined with a rubber grommet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2002
    Inventor: David Keefe
  • Patent number: 6095477
    Abstract: A work-order clipboard is shown which can be suspended or mounted on the door window of a vehicle such as an automobile door window. The clipboard has a writing surface and an oppositely arranged, weather resistant pouch. Once mounted on a vehicle window, the writing surface of the clipboard is located within the vehicle interior and thus protected from the elements. The oppositely arranged pouch is positioned on the exterior of the vehicle window and can be used to store car keys or other objects in a convenient fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Inventor: Jeff Pohlman
  • Patent number: 6095388
    Abstract: A vehicle umbrella holder comprising a plastic member providing an elongated half round tray into which an umbrella can be positioned. The tray is shaped to conform to a removable open celled absorbent sponge liner that is attachable to the interior facing surface of the tray and which can absorb water dripping from the umbrella. A pair of attachment tabs extend outward from the tray structure and are adapted to be inserted between the back of the seat and the rear deck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Inventor: Roland J. Neville, Sr.
  • Patent number: 6010046
    Abstract: A storage box assembly for a truck cargo compartment with sidewalls and a bottom. A pair of storage boxes (54, 56) are mounted on a frame (12) for lateral movement towards and away from each other (FIG. 3). Vertically adjustable columns (22) are provided at the corners of the frame (12). They are fitable within the storage compartment (FIG. 3) and are adapted for raising and lowering the frame (12) to move the frame (12) between a lowered position (FIG. 1) and a raised position (FIG. 2). When the frame (12) is in its lowered position the storage boxes (54, 56) are down within the cargo compartment. When the frame (12) is in its raised position the storage boxes (54, 56) are elevated above the bottom (32) of the cargo compartment. The storage boxes (54, 56) are adapted to moved laterally inwardly towards each other, so that when the frame (12) is in its lowered position (FIG. 1), the storage boxes (54, 56) can be placed between the sides (36, 38) of the cargo compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Inventor: Coleman J. Neeser
  • Patent number: 5984156
    Abstract: A low profile beverage container holder having a base support for supporting the beverage container and a wall which extends around the base and thereby defines a cavity for receiving the beverage container. The holder is also provided with a wedging structure. In the preferred embodiment, the wedging structure comprises an annular rib disposed in the cavity and projecting upwards from the base support. Thus, when the beverage container is tipped, the annular rib contacts the concavity on the bottom surface of the beverage container and the container is thereby wedged between the annular rib and the low sidewall. A plurality of beverage containers which are adapted to be received within the beverage container holder are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 16, 1999
    Assignee: Aladdin Industries, LLC
    Inventor: John A. Bridges
  • Patent number: 5938094
    Abstract: A collapsible container for storing and dispensing a series of plastic trash bags. The dispenser may be mounted in an automotive vehicle in a convenient location for the users.In its operative condition, the dispenser container has an upright tubular configuration wherein an upper end panel has an opening for suspending a trash bag within the tubular container. Two opposed side panels of the tubular container can be folded inwardly between two major panels of the container so that the container can be collapsed into a compact flattened condition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1999
    Inventors: Dennis P. Forhan, Richard S. Taylor
  • Patent number: 5850957
    Abstract: A business card dispenser, mountable on an exterior surface of a vehicle used by a business person, stores business cards or other promotional materials and is accessible to prospective customers located in the vicinity of the vehicle so as to permit the prospective customers to remove promotional materials from the business card dispenser. The business card dispenser preferably includes 1) a base mountable on the vehicle, e.g, by adhesive strips and 2) a card holder mounted on the base and receiving the promotional materials. The card holder is preferably removably mounted on the base to permit its removal, thus preventing theft or damage to the card holder. The card holder also incorporates measures to protect the cards from the elements. Indicia preferably are provided on the vehicle in the vicinity of the business card dispenser to draw prospective customers' attention to the business card dispenser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 22, 1998
    Assignee: Vehicle Pockets, Inc.
    Inventor: Victor Y. Morris
  • Patent number: 5709329
    Abstract: A storage shelf for use in an extended cab type pickup is disclosed. The shelf consists of a folding tray having extendable outer edges for adjustment to fit most models of extended cab pickups. The shelf is laterally secured at either end to the interior molding of the pickup by the use of notches which fit into the contours of the molding. The surface of this shelf is surrounded by rails which extend around the outside of the tray. The effect of this is to provide an easily accessible place to store personal items. In addition, the lateral strength of the present invention is enhanced by the use of hinge braces, a rear side support block which helps support the rear edge of the shelf, and a support leg which extends from the front edge of the shelf to the floor of the pickup. These features allow for the storage of heavy objects on the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 20, 1998
    Inventor: Gordon Emery Johnson
  • Patent number: 5704527
    Abstract: An easily portable, easily attachable, light-weight, encased entertainment unit, adapted for mounting onto moving vehicles. The encasement box of the entertainment unit is equipped to fit onto corresponding modes of attachment which are secured on vehicle, and which are designed to receive the encasement box, and therefore cooperate with the mounting of the entertainment unit.The entertainment unit consists of one of the following, or a combination of some: television, radio, cassette player, c.d. player, v.c.r., and any other electronic equipment deemed suitable for the nature of this invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1998
    Inventor: Cheryl R. Struzer
  • Patent number: 5465891
    Abstract: A low profile beverage container holder having a base support for supporting the beverage container and a wall which extends around the base and thereby defines a cavity for receiving the beverage container. The holder is also provided with a wedging structure. In the preferred embodiment, the wedging structure comprises an annular rib disposed in the cavity and projecting upwards from the base support. Thus, when the beverage container is tipped, the annular rib contacts the concavity on the bottom surface or the beverage container and the container is thereby wedged between the annular rib and the low sidewall. A plurality of beverage containers which are adapted to be received within the beverage container holder are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 14, 1995
    Assignee: Aladdin Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: John A. Bridges