Abstract: A telescopically extendable truck bed shell including a shield assembly, a transmission assembly. The shield assembly includes shields telescopically connected together. The shields are configured to be mounted on top of a truck bed and attached at side rails. The transmission assembly includes a motor which drives motion to a threaded rod that is internally connected to the shields by means of bearing units and transmission gears. The motor is electrically powered and remotely controlled to permit a user to retract or extend the shields wirelessly. When contracted, the shields permit a user to easily retrieve items inside the truck bed.

Abstract: A tonneau cover system, comprising: (a) a retractable tonneau cover having a plurality of interconnected panels; (b) a first retainer secured to a first sidewall of a cargo box of a vehicle; and (c) a second retainer secured to an opposing second sidewall of the cargo box, wherein the first retainer and the second retainer are substantially parallel to each other so that the tonneau cover spans between the first retainer and the second retainer; and wherein the plurality of panels each include a bearing positioned within the first retainer to guide the tonneau cover in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the first retainer.

Abstract: A bed cover assembly for a pickup truck may include cover guides coupled to upper ends of both body sides of a pickup truck and having guide means such as a guide rail formed inward of the truck; a bed cover coupled between the cover guides to slide along the guide means; and rotary guide rail assemblies hinged to both body sides of the rear of the truck, wherein when the bed cover moves rearward, the rotary guide rail assemblies rotate upward about respective hinge axes thereof and the bed cover moves along guide means formed at the rotary guide rail assemblies.

Abstract: A truck cover system includes a rail; a cross bar coupled to the rail, the cross bar comprising: a slide slot passing through opposite side surfaces of the cross bar; a slide channel formed in a bottom surface of the cross bar, wherein the slide channel extends in a lateral direction and intersects the slide slot; and a latching system coupled to the cross bar, wherein the latching system comprises: a slide member passing through the slide slot and is slidable within the slide slot; a saddle member rotatably riding on the slide member, wherein the saddle member comprises at least one leg; a connecting member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the connecting member is rotatably coupled to the leg of the saddle member; and a clamp structure coupled to the second end of the connecting member.

Abstract: A tonneau cover for covering the cargo box of a pickup truck. The tonneau cover includes a frame, a cover and a clamp assembly. The frame includes opposing side rails, opposing end rails, and at least one cross bow that extends between the opposing side rails. The cross bow also includes portions defining a multiple mounting regions. The clamp assembly is configured for selective mounting to the cross bow in one of the mounting regions and is rotatably moveable about the cross bow between a use position and a nonuse position, while mounted in any of the mounting regions.

Abstract: A canopy extension system attachable to a vehicle main passenger compartment canopy. The canopy extension system comprises an extension panel connectable to a main canopy of a vehicle. The extension panel comprises a head section structured to overlap at least a portion of, and connect to, at least one of the main canopy and at least one main canopy support strut, and a cantilever tail section structured to be cantilevered from an edge of the main canopy when the head section is connected to the main canopy. The canopy extension system additionally comprises at least one connector assembly structured to connect the head section to the main canopy such that the cantilever tail section will be cantilevered from the edge of the main canopy.

Abstract: A tonneau cover can be foldable between an extended configuration and a folded configuration. In the extended configuration, the primary panel plane of each of the plurality panels can all be substantially coplanar with each other and with a first plane. In the folded configuration, the plurality of panels can all be substantially aligned to form a stack of the plurality of panels, wherein the stack is disposed above the cargo box. The forward panel can be pivotable between a raised configuration corresponding to the folded configuration and a storage configuration. In the storage configuration, the primary plane of the forward panel can be in a second plane that is substantially orthogonal to the first plane to dispose the stack within the cargo box.

Abstract: A solar panel support assembly (12) for movably supporting a solar panel (10) relative to a surface (22) of a vehicle (624) comprises a fixed support member (14), a movable support member (16), and a locking assembly (20). The fixed support member (14) is fixedly coupled to the surface (22). The movable support member (16) is configured to retain the solar panel (10), the movable support member (16) being movably coupled to the fixed support member (14). The locking assembly (20) is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. When the locking assembly (20) is in the locked position, the movable support member (16) is substantially inhibited from moving relative to the fixed support member (14). The solar panel support assembly (12) can further comprise a mover assembly (18) that moves the movable support member (16) relative to the fixed support member (14).

Abstract: A vehicle cover apparatus includes: cover members arranged to be extended over a bed provided on a rear side of a cab and movable in a front-rear direction; and a support unit capable of supporting the respective cover members in an extended state of being arranged to be extended over the bed and in a retracted state of being retracted to a rear side of a roof of the cab. A top surface of the cover members in the retracted state is disposed at the same elevation in a vehicle height direction as a top surface of a rear-end section of the roof which is positioned on the rear roof side of the cab or is disposed lower than the top surface of the rear-end section and, along with the top surface of the roof of the cab, causes a continuous flow path of an air current to be formed.

Abstract: A tonneau cover system for a cargo box of a pickup truck including a cover member positionable generally over the cargo box of the pickup truck and a locking spring clamp assembly. The locking spring assembly having: a linkage member coupled to the cover member at a connection location along the linkage member; and a latch housing slidably coupled to the linkage member. The latch housing includes an engaging member engaging the cargo box of the pickup truck in a latched position. A first biasing member urges the latch housing into the latched position. A locking feature releasably couples the linkage member and the latch housing into a locked position, such that a distance between the connection location and the engaging member is generally constant in the latched position and generally maintained by the locking feature in a locked position.

Abstract: A front loading refuse collection vehicle (10) has a cab (12) connected with a storage bin (14). The storage bin (14) includes an opening (18) that enables refuse to enter into the storage bin (14). The refuse is supplied by a front loading device (16) into the bin. Covers (20, 120) overlay the opening (18) when the vehicle (10) is in motion from collection position to collection position. Additionally, the cover (20, 120) moves from a bin covering position into a cab shielding position.

Abstract: An enclosure assembly enabling the selective covering of an area such as the bed of a pickup truck. The assembly includes a plurality of extendable collapsible cover section interconnected by an actuation system. The actuation system enables the rear cover section of the assembly to be pivoted to a collapsed or extended position by a pivoting structure having unique cam and leverage characteristics. The entire assembly can be selectively power operated or locked into position using a clutch mechanism associated with the actuation system. The actuation system can be powered by an electric motor or by a hand crank operating through bevel gears in case of a system failure.

Abstract: There is provided a tonneau cover apparatus including: a winding shaft that winds up a tonneau cover; an elongated shaped case that accommodates the winding shaft; support members provided at one end portion and another end portion of the case, and supporting the winding shaft; a retention member provided at the one end portion and/or the other end portion of the case and including an outer wall portion that covers the support member; and blocking portions provided at the support member and the retention member at the at least one end portion, the blocking portions being disposed at the inner side relative to the outer wall portion, and blocking movement of the retention member outward in the axial direction of the winding shaft from the engaging position by abutting against one another at the engaging position.

Abstract: A composite tonneau cover of a pick-up truck is disclosed. The composite tonneau cover has at least one frame section and is releasably secured on a side wall of a cargo bed of the pick-up truck. Each of the frame section comprises: a flexible cover material; a rigid metal panel covered by the flexible cover material and having at least two end edges; and a plurality of outer rails covered by the flexible cover material. Each of the outer rails has an inner side formed with an installation groove, and each of the end edges of the rigid metal panel is inserted into the installation groove of one of the outer rails. Thus, the composite tonneau cover can provide dual advantages of hard-top type tonneau cover and soft-top type tonneau cover.

Abstract: A composite tonneau cover of a pick-up truck is disclosed. The composite tonneau cover has at least one frame section and is releasably secured on a side wall of a cargo bed of the pick-up truck. Each of the frame section comprises: a flexible cover material; a rigid metal panel covered by the flexible cover material and having at least two end edges; and a plurality of outer rails covered by the flexible cover material. Each of the outer rails has an inner side formed with an installation groove, and each of the end edges of the rigid metal panel is inserted into the installation groove of one of the outer rails. Thus, the composite tonneau cover can provide dual advantages of hard-top type tonneau cover and soft-top type tonneau cover.

Abstract: A recreational vehicle cover is provided which is compact and easy to use. The cover has an attached storage pouch, and remains attached to the vehicle during use.

Abstract: An improved device for attaching a truck top or appliance fitted with an angle on its base, which rests on a profile attached to the top of the side walls of the vehicle bed and standby parts for coupling to accessories to be used, thus making possible the installation and removal thereof.

Abstract: The present truck bed cap consists of an internal frame having a first shelf, a second shelf and a top, wherein the internal frame is connected to corner supports attached to the bed of the truck. In a first motion the top shifts vertically with respect to the internal frame. In a second motion the internal frame shifts vertically with respect to the corner supports and the bed of the truck.

Abstract: A clamp assembly is disclosed for a tonneau cover for a vehicle wherein the clamp assembly includes a plurality of spacers disposed therein to facilitate installation thereof on a variety of vehicle types and styles.

Abstract: A quick release clamp including a first clamp member, a second clamp member, and a clamp handle. The first clamp member has a first gripping surface. The second clamp member has a second gripping surface. The clamp handle has a partially curved outer surface that is defined by a central clamp axis. The cylindrical plug is defined by a central plug axis that is offset from the central clamp axis. The shaft operably attaches the first clamp member and the cylindrical plug.

Abstract: A tonneau cover assembly is provided for a bed of a pickup truck having a pair of spaced apart sidewalls. The tonneau cover assembly includes an elongated rail adapted to be fixedly secured to each of the pair of spaced apart sidewalls. Each of the elongated rails includes a bottom member having at least one opening extending therethrough. A panel includes opposing ends slidably coupled to the elongated rails for selectively covering the bed. A retention member is fixedly secured to each of the opposing ends of the panel for slidingly engaging the elongated rails. Each of the retention members is receivable within the opening along one of the elongated rails to retain the panel in place along the elongated rails.

Abstract: A clamp assembly is disclosed for a tonneau cover for a vehicle wherein the clamp assembly includes a plurality of spacers disposed therein to facilitate installation thereof on a variety of vehicle types and styles.

Abstract: An apparatus for covering a top of an open container is provided that includes a cover, an arm assembly, and a lock mechanism. The arm assembly can move between a stowed position in which the container top is substantially open to an extended position in which the container top is substantially covered. The lock mechanism can easily and automatically lock the arm assembly in the extended position as part of the container covering operation. The lock mechanism may include a latch and a latch block that cooperate to automatically and mechanically engage and retain a hook mechanism. The lock mechanism may also include an actuator that, when energized, permits the latch to release the hook mechanism.

Abstract: A clamp for securing a tonneau cover to the bed of pick-up truck in which the clamp includes a base secured to the cover and a handle rotatably connected to the base. A cam part is located between the handle and the base, which upon rotation of the handle in a general horizontal plane causes the cam part to shift upwardly toward the base into engagement with the truck bed, securing the cover to the truck bed.

Abstract: A tonneau system for a cargo box of a pickup truck having a framework. The framework having a cross bow member for supporting a cover and being positionable generally over the cargo box of the pickup truck. The tonneau system further includes a latch assembly pivotally coupled to the cross bow member. The latch assembly is positionable in a latched position engagable with the cargo box of the pickup truck, an unlatched position disengagable with the cargo box of the pickup truck, and a nested position substantially retracted from the unlatched position and received within the cross bow member. The tonneau system may further include a biasing member that is substantially received within a portion of the latch assembly to improve consistent spring rates across the actuation range.

Abstract: A truck trailer that can be loaded from the sides or from overhead and which allows cargo to be transported within an enclosure includes a trailer bed, and an enclosure that is linearly movable with respect to the trailer bed from a position in which the enclosure extends over the entire length of the trailer bed to a position in which substantially the entire trailer is uncovered. In certain embodiments, a roller and track mechanism is used for facilitating linear movement of the enclosure as a unit from an enclosing position to an open position.

Abstract: The invention is a device for receiving and drawing tight an edge of a tarp on a moveable vehicle. The tarp edge retainer has a latching member with a latch plate and an arm. The latch plate has an inverted channel and a lip, under which the edge of a tarp can extend in an operable orientation. The arm extends from the latch plate, through a guide and connects to a displacing means. The invention further includes a spring means mounted to the latching member for returning the latching member to a rest position.

Abstract: In a method for mounting an inner cover section to a support structure of a motor vehicle, an engagement member is introduced onto the cover section or onto the support structure and engages into a receptacle formed in the corresponding other component. The engagement member thereby seats loosely with play in the receptacle to engage behind it and an elastic foam is disposed in the gap defined between the cover section and the support structure to push against and thereby tension these components. The elastic foam material partially fills the intermediate space between the cover section and the support structure.

Abstract: A cargo bed cover for covering a cargo bed has a plurality of overlapping panels, and a surface and connectors for associating the plurality of overlapping panels such that the panels are movable between an extended configuration and a stored configuration. The cargo bed extends between a pair of side rails, a front wall, and a rear wall. In the extended configuration, the plurality of overlapping panels are extended in combination from the front wall to the rear wall. In the stored configuration, the plurality of overlapping panels are stacked vertically within or adjacent to the cargo bed.

Abstract: A tonneau system for a cargo box of a vehicle including a support frame, a cover spanning the support frame; and a clamp. The support frame includes side rails having an inboard section and an outboard section, such that the outboard section is positioned adjacent to the top surface of the sidewall of the cargo box to aid in the supporting and positioning of the support frame. The clamp is capable of hanging from the support frame during installation to improve the ease thereof. The clamp also includes a pair of members being positionable in any one of a plurality of discrete positions for improved installation. A front rail adjustment mechanism permits the selective tensioning of the cover to maintain a predetermined load therein. While a front rail retaining mechanism is slidably coupled to the front rail member to prevent the front rail member from being inadvertently disengaged from the side rail members.

Abstract: The present invention provides an adjustable mounting assembly for use with a truck having a truck bed cover. Generally, the assembly includes hinge couplings that are detachedly fixed to a truck bed cover support frame. The hinge couplings hingedly attach to a lower hinge bar detachedly secured to the top edge of the truck bed cab wall. The lower hinge assembly provides a support channel for a base portion of first and second L-shaped hinge rails. The support channel allows the installer to adjust the hinge rails to the width of the track bed in which the assembly is being installed. Clamp assemblies are provided to fasten the elongated portions of the hinge rails to the side walls of the truck bed whereby the mounting assembly is secured to the truck bed without having to drill mounting holes. The hingedly attached truck bed cover moves pivotally about a pivot point along the top edge of the truck bed cab wall.

Abstract: A releasable and adjustable clamp-on track assembly is provided for releasably and adjustably attaching an overhead rack, or the like, to the walls of a vehicle, such as a pickup truck. The clamp-on track assembly includes a track having an elongate body mountable on the side wall of the pickup truck by a clamp member. One end of the clamp member engages the elongate body, while the opposite end of the clamp is supported by the underside of the side wall of the truck. The clamp may be slidably received within a slot formed in the elongate body so that the clamp can be positioned anywhere along the length of the track, as desired. An adjustable fastener may additionally be provided which, when tightened, secures the clamp to the underside of the side wall of the truck in order to mount the track assembly.

Abstract: For vehicles with a rear cargo space and a cargo space enclosure, a sliding hatch is provided that is designed to fit over an opening in the roof of the enclosure above the cargo space. The opening forms a part of the same opening provided when the rear window and rear door of the enclosure are opened. The sliding hatch is mounted to enable it to slide forward and above the passenger compartment of the vehicle to provide a vertical clearance in the cargo space for objects being hauled and loaded. The sliding hatch is designed to be water tight through the design of a rain duct with a raised lip disposed around the opening. The sliding hatch is designed to receive a rear window in a pocket in the underside of the sliding hatch for convenience and ease of use.

Abstract: A vehicle canopy system for providing a removable canopy and roll bar system for safety and cover of a vehicle bed. The vehicle canopy system includes a roll bar assembly adapted for mounting to a bed of a pickup truck, a canopy member that is removably couplable to said roll bar assembly and adapted for resting on a top edge of side walls of a vehicle, and a pair of elastomeric members that are positionable between the canopy member and the top edge of the side walls. The elastomeric members are for restricting the flow of air and moisture between the top edge of the side walls and the canopy member when the canopy member is positioned on the top edge of the side walls of the vehicle.

Abstract: A truck lid hinge and opener system for removably connecting a lid or cover to the bed of a truck wherein the bed includes a vertical front wall, first and second vertical side walls extending rearwardly from the front wall, and a tailgate at the rearward end of the bed with the side walls having downwardly extending flanges at the upper end thereof. A pair of hinge units removably hingedly connect the forward end of the lid to the truck bed. A pair of like opener mechanisms pivotally interconnect the sides of the lid to the side walls of the truck bed. Each of the open mechanisms includes a gas spring which is adjustably mounted to compensate for varying temperature conditions. The hinge units and opener mechanisms are clamped onto the truck bed to avoid drilling holes in the truck bed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cover for a semi-trailer vehicle having a cargo support surface bordered by a pair of longitudinal edge regions. The cover has a roof and a pair of side walls forming a cargo receiving passage there between; each of the pair of side walls terminating at a longitudinal free edge region to expose the cargo receiving passage to the cargo support surface. A lifting arrangement lifts the cover between a first position above the cargo support surface and a second position in abutment with the cargo support surface. Couplings removably couple each of the longitudinal free edge regions to a corresponding longitudinal edge region.

Abstract: Apparatus 10 to cover the load area of a pick-up truck. The apparatus 10 comprising a number of pivotally interconnected panels 28 extending between a pair of tracks 14. The panels 28 are moveable between a closed position with the panels 28 extending in a generally co-planar manner, and an open position where the panels 28 are folded to lie substantially against each other extending upwardly away from the tracks 14.

Abstract: A removable cover system for use on a pickup truck bed, the bed having a floor, side walls, a front wall, and a tailgate. The cover comprises a frame having a front member, a rear member, and two side members. Members of the frame are attached to the bed at the upper surfaces of the side wall and front wall. Additionally, a captive lid and a restraining lid are provided. The captive lid and the restraining lid each have a front edge, a rear edge, an outboard edge, an inboard edge, a top side, and a bottom side. A plurality of receiving members are disposed on the side members of the frame. A plurality of pin members are disposed on the outboard edge of both the captive lid and the restraining lid. In one embodiment, an alignment system is provided. The system incorporates grooves on the side members of the frame and on the lids. The grooves guide the pins into the receiving members thus allowing the lids to be rotatably connected to the side members of the frame.

Abstract: A secure coverlet for the rear portion of a vehicle having a roll bar comprising interconnecting rigid panels that provide resistance to wind and rain, and secure the contents of the rear compartment despite the protruding roll bar posts.

Abstract: A cargo cover for a bed of a vehicle. The cargo cover includes a plurality of individual panels to cover the cargo area of the bed of a vehicle and a pair of side frames connected to sides of the bed of the vehicle. The cargo cover also includes a pair of side rails operatively cooperating with the panels and the side frames to allow the panels to slide relative to each other to open and close the cargo area of the bed of the vehicle.

Abstract: A clamp assembly for releasably securing a cab or other truck toppers to a pick-up truck box includes master and slave assemblies mounted to a transverse section of the sidewall of the cab and spaced-apart from each other. Each assembly has an engagement member pivotable between an operative position in which the engagement member extends beneath an inwardly extending flange of the sidewall of the truck box and abuts the undersurface of the flange, and an inoperative position in which the engagement member clears the flange. A set of worm and worm gear is provided in the master assembly and a worm gear shaft extends through the master and slave assemblies to drive the engagement members in the pivotal movement. The clamp assembly is operated using a rotating tool from inside of the cab so that unauthorized removal of the cab from the truck is prevented.