Abstract: System and method to partition the interior of a vehicle's main crew compartment with retractable or removable walls to form a containment or isolation area at a door or hatch and to form a cab toxic free area elsewhere inside the vehicle's main crew compartment. The containment area is physically cordoned and substantially sealed off from the rest of the vehicle's main crew compartment. Independent HVAC systems controlling the pressure environment of the main crew compartment and the containment area assures that the main crew compartment is maintained at a pressure greater than the containment area as well as the outside environment, thereby isolating the main crew compartment from possible contaminated environments. The containment area's independent HVAC system is equipped with a decontamination/sterilization/filtration system to allow the purification of the air prior to removal or retraction of the removable or retractable partition.

Abstract: A cargo net for vehicle enabling stored luggage to be prevented from being damaged by vibrations transmitted from a floor of a luggage compartment. A cargo net 1 comprises a first partition member 2 and a second partition member 3 having one end 3a thereof connected with one end of the first partition member 2, so that it is detachably attached to a luggage compartment 5 of a vehicle 4. The first and second partition members 2, 3 are formed into a pouched shape, each including an openable and closable portion 12 near the center of the luggage compartment 5. The cargo net 1 can hold the luggage 21 stored in the second partition member 3 without being contacted by the floor 5a of the luggage compartment 5, the stored luggage 21 can be prevented from being damaged by the vibration of the vehicle 4 from the floor 5a.

Abstract: A tonneau cover unit includes: a tonneau cover that covers a luggage floor which is formed on the rear side within a vehicle; a board that is fitted to an end portion of the tonneau cover, and that is provided with an engaging portion; and a rail along which the engaging portion slides in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The rail has a first engaged portion that locks the board at the prescribed position with the board kept substantially parallel to the luggage floor when the engaging portion is engaged in the first engaged portion; and a second engaged portion that locks the board at a prescribed position with the board kept substantially upright at a predetermined angle with respect to the luggage floor when the engaging portion is engaged in the second engaged portion.

Abstract: A pivotably adjustable security partition installable in a vehicle for providing a barrier between a front occupant area and a rear occupant area is provided. The partition may be pivotably mounted to lower seatbelt mounts via an articulating joint. Additionally, the partition may be secured to upper seatbelt mounts.

Abstract: An interior vehicle cargo system is provided with an interior cargo structure, bulkhead and a bulkhead attachment assembly. The bulkhead attachment assembly selectively retains the bulkhead in one of a plurality of locations within interior cargo area. The bulkhead attachment assembly includes at least a pair of elongated tracks and at least one fastening structure associated with each of the elongated tracks. One of the elongated tracks is attached to a first one of the vehicle panels, while another elongated track is attached to a second one of the vehicle panels that is opposite the first one of the vehicle panels. The fastening structures are slideably arranged on the elongated tracks to selectively fastening the bulkhead at one of the plurality of locations.

Abstract: A load-carrying bed system for a vehicle having a cargo bed includes a bed floor defining a cargo receiving area and first and second sidewalls disposed along lateral sides of the bed floor. A forward wall is disposed along a forward side of the bed floor and laterally between the first and second sidewall. A tailgate is disposed along the rearward side of the bed floor and laterally between the first and second sidewalls. A cargo bed divider is movable between a stowed state wherein the cargo bed divider is stowed in a cargo bed divider cavity defined in the tailgate and a dividing state wherein the cargo bed divider has a first end removably secured to the first sidewall and a second end removably secured to second sidewall to divide the bed floor into distinct storage areas.

Abstract: Vehicle Partition with a flexible partition constructed of standard netting, a rigid partition enclosure. A standard roll up spring within the enclosure allows the partition to roll up into the enclosure when not in use. A left and right retaining strap holds the enclosure to the head rest posts of a standard vehicle. A plurality of upwardly facing sockets located on the upper surface of the enclosure can engage a secondary partition having a plurality of downwardly facing posts. A pair of retaining clips are attached to the lower horizontal bar of the flexible enclosure. The clips can clamp to the lip of a standard seat pocket. A preferred embodiment includes the left and right retaining strap include a standard buckle also having the ability to adjust strap length.

Abstract: An airbag module for a vehicle includes a first storage compartment for use by an occupant of the vehicle and a second storage compartment for storing a first folded airbag prior to deployment. A single integrated cover overlies the storage compartments. The cover is configured to be integrated and installed into an instrument panel of the vehicle when the airbag module is installed in the vehicle. The cover includes a manually operable first door covering a first opening to the first storage compartment, and wherein, in an open position, the first door permits access to the first storage compartment. The cover includes a second door configured to open when the first airbag thereby creating a second opening in the cover to permit the first airbag to deploy into the vehicle.

Abstract: A partition which can fully prevent a luggage from moving is provided. A partition which divides the luggage room of a vehicle two dimensionally has a main partition member which divides the luggage room in one direction and sub partition members which divide the luggage room in another direction. The main partition member has connection parts detachably connected to respective anchors provided in the luggage room. The sub partition member has a connection part provided at one end thereof, and the other end thereof is coupled to the main partition member. The main partition member has the connection parts at both side ends thereof, and the sub partition members divide the luggage room in a direction orthogonal to the main partition member.

Abstract: Vehicle Partition with a flexible partition constructed of standard netting, a rigid partition enclosure. A standard roll up spring within the enclosure allows the partition to roll up into the enclosure when not in use. A left and right retaining strap holds the enclosure to the head rest posts of a standard vehicle. A plurality of upwardly facing sockets located on the upper surface of the enclosure can engage a secondary partition having a plurality of downwardly facing posts. A pair of retaining clips are attached to the lower horizontal bar of the flexible enclosure. The clips can clamp to the lip of a standard seat pocket. A preferred embodiment includes the left and right retaining strap include a standard buckle also having the ability to adjust strap length.

Abstract: An automotive vehicle is provided having a vehicle body with a passenger compartment between a vehicle floor, a vehicle roof and side pillars. A pair of passenger seats are oriented within the passenger compartment with a center console mounted therebetween. A central structural pillar extends from the center console to the vehicle roof for supporting a central region of the vehicle roof. A ducting assembly is provided with a central duct extending upward from the center console adjacent to the pair of passenger seats and in fluid communication with a heating and cooling system. An outlet port is provided on the central duct for directing the air to the seating row.

Abstract: Adjustable storage units for a vehicle and a method for providing such units are disclosed. The storage units generally include opposing end panels connected by a connecting member along the rear of the end panels. One or more shelf supports are releasably connected to the inner surface of the end panels only through apertures in the end panels. Shelves and/or drawer systems are made from polymer materials are then disposed between the end panels. The end panels may also be made of polymer materials. The storage units are adjustable or reconfigurable by removing the shelves or drawers and repositioning the shelf supports or drawer supports as desired.

Abstract: A cargo compartment cover is provided that includes guide rail arrangements on either side of the cover sheet in order to bring the cover sheet into a intermediate position starting from the closed position. To transfer the cover sheet between these two positions, two separate gear motors are provided which are not synchronized together. The gear motors run completely independently of one another electrically and mechanically.

Abstract: An enclosed trailer having a pair of compartments with a common wall. One compartment serves as storage area and work space for a boat and trailer with a rear door that drops down providing a ramp for loading and unloading the boat and trailer. The other compartment comprises living quarters that is fully equipped with sleeping area and storage that can include stove, sink, and toilet, including other personal needs. A tow vehicle transports the trailer and can be unhooked from the trailer for boat towing or cruising.

Abstract: A modular storage compartment assembly for a vehicle includes a plurality of storage compartments coupled together and arranged in a side-by-side configuration to form a modular assembly. Each storage compartment includes a plurality of frame members coupled together to form a frame structure for the storage compartment, a floor assembly comprising a plurality of floor members coupled together, and at least one door configured to allow access to the storage compartment. The plurality of storage compartments are configured for coupling to a vehicle. The frame members and the floor members are formed of a pultruded composite material that comprises a polymeric resin matrix and fiber reinforcements provided within the matrix.

Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly includes a first seat section, a second seat section, and a portioning panel. The first seat section has a first cushion portion and a first seatback portion that define a first seating area. The second seat section has a second cushion portion and a second seatback portion that define a second seating area disposed laterally adjacent the first seating area. The second seatback portion is movably mounted between an upwardly extending in-use orientation and a retracted non-use orientation. The partitioning panel is movably arranged between a stowed position in which the partitioning panel is disposed outside of the first and second seating areas and a partitioning position in which the partitioning panel extends upwardly along a lateral side of the first seat section in a forward to aft direction of the first seat section.

Abstract: The interior of a truck cab (29) has a cabinet (28) that houses a refrigerator (20). The refrigerator is inserted into the interior of the cabinet by sliding it through a frontal opening in the cabinet. A mounting system that includes several parts (36, 38, 40, 42) locates and secures the refrigerator in place.

Abstract: Mobile restoration vehicles are provided having at least one axle, with the vehicle comprising a base supported by the axle; walls extending vertically from the base of the vehicle; and a roof supported by the walls, the base, walls, and roof defining at least a portion of the perimeter of the vehicle. The first wall can define an opening configured to receive materials to be restored. Within the perimeter along a second wall an ultrasonic cleaning apparatus can be placed. Along a second wall, opposite the first wall, a contaminated material staging area can be placed. The vehicle can include an ultrasonic cleaning apparatus placed along one wall within the trailer, a staging area along another wall within the trailer, and drying shelves within the above bed portion of the trailer.

Abstract: A passenger vehicle is provided with a body having front and rear ends with an interior and a rear cargo region that includes a load floor. A rear opening provides access to the rear cargo region and a rear wall extends above the load floor and defines a lower peripheral region of the opening. A closure member is connected to the vehicle body for enclosing the opening. An adjustable load floor member has a retracted position along the load floor, and an extended position aligned with a lower peripheral region for assisting loading of cargo into the rear cargo region. A passenger vehicle is provided with an adjustable load floor member having a retracted position along the load floor, and an extended position for dividing the rear cargo region into at least two compartments.

Abstract: A cargo enclosure for a vehicle includes a side panel having at least one pocket is formed therein. The pocket has a back wall, a pair of opposing side walls and a front wall having an aperture therein. A bottom surface of the pocket is canted downwardly from the back wall toward the aperture in the front wall such that any debris or other material that may infiltrate the pocket will readily slide down the canted bottom surface, through the aperture and onto a bottom surface of the cargo enclosure.

Abstract: A loading area cover with a flexible flat structure, at a front end region, is connected to a dimensionally stable holding profile. The profile extends transversely to the flat structure's longitudinal direction and is releasably arranged in vehicle-fixed holders. The holding profile has frontal compensating elements in the vicinity of the vehicle-fixed holders, through which the front end region of the flat structure, or the dimensioning of the holding profile, can be displaced to a limited extent in the transverse direction and/or longitudinal direction.

Abstract: A crash worthy vehicle partition for securely separating the front of a vehicle from the rear of vehicle. The vehicle partition includes upper mounting brackets and lower mounting brackets that allow for limited, rearward motion of the vehicle parrition in the event of a rear-end collision to reduce the crash impact forces on front seat occupants. The vehicle partition further includes pivotable wings that are disposed on each side of the vehicle partition in a vehicle's side curtain airbag deployment zones. These pivota+e wings are mechanically retracted out of the side curtain airbag; deployment zones in the event of an airbag deployment event.

Abstract: A lading storage device is provided for more effectively utilizing the interior of the storage device. The storage device comprises a pair of at least generally opposed walls and a retractable lading support on each of the walls. The retractable lading supports are in opposed relation to each other and each comprise a retractable support member. Typically, each retractable support member is movable between an extended position, wherein the retractable support member extends into an interior of the lading storage device, and a retracted position, wherein the retractable support member is generally upright. Preferably, at least one of the walls includes a recess in a portion of the wall, wherein the retractable lading support is disposed within the recess when the retractable lading support is in its retracted position. A method of using the lading storage device is also provided.

Abstract: A foldable security screen for use in an automobile is disclosed. The security screen comprises a flexible screen and at least one foldable tubing device. The foldable tubing device further comprises at least one bar that is flexibly attached to at least one other bar. The foldable tubing device is also attached to the screen. The bars of the foldable tubing device can be connected to each other to make the tubing device and the security screen rigid, when desired. The bars can be disconnected to make the screen foldable for easy removal and storage.

Abstract: A bulkhead assembly for a vehicle such as, for example, a van or truck comprises a first panel adjacent and substantially perpendicular to a street-side wall of the vehicle, a second panel adjacent and substantially perpendicular to a curb-side wall of the vehicle, and a door panel disposed between the first and second panels, the door being hingedly attached to one of the first and second panels, wherein the panels are formed from a polymer material. In one embodiment, the panel adjacent the street-side wall of the vehicle (i.e., the driver-side panel) defines a cavity extending rearwardly into the cargo area, the cavity being sized (in terms of the cavity's width) to accommodate the seat-back of the driver's seat.

Abstract: A vehicle compartment structure includes a vehicle storage compartment defining a storage area with a floor. A rigid compartment divider is pivotally coupled to the floor of the storage compartment between a first substantially horizontal storage position and a second substantially vertical dividing position. In the horizontal storage position, the storage area is substantially unobstructed by the rigid compartment divider. In the second substantially vertical dividing position, the compartment divider divides the storage compartment into two separate spaces.

Abstract: A drag-reduction concept for vehicles with open cavities includes dividing a cavity into smaller adjacent cavities through installation of one or more vertical dividers. The dividers may extend the full depth of the cavity or only partial depth. In either application, the top of the dividers are typically flush with the top of the bed or cargo bay of the vehicle. The dividers may be of any material, but are strong enough for both wind loads and forces encountered during cargo loading/unloading. For partial depth dividers, a structural angle may be desired to increase strength.

Abstract: A cargo enclosure for a vehicle includes a side panel having at least one pocket is formed therein. The pocket has a back wall, a pair of opposing side walls and a front wall having an aperture therein. A bottom surface of the pocket is canted downwardly from the back wall toward the aperture in the front wall such that any debris or other material that may infiltrate the pocket will readily slide down the canted bottom surface, through the aperture and onto a bottom surface of the cargo enclosure.

Abstract: A luggage area protection device includes a flexible flat article movably arranged between a compactly deposited rest position and an extracted functioning position. At the front end in the extraction direction, a dimensionally stable extraction part, extending transversely to the flat article extraction position, is provided. Guides are associated with the extraction part and move the latter between the extracted functioning position and the flat article rest position. The extraction part is lockable in the extracted flat article functioning position. The locking mechanisms, considered in the flat article extraction direction, are positioned approximately at the same height or behind an area portion defining the rest position of the extraction part.

Abstract: A covering mechanism for covering a portion of a vehicle. The covering mechanism includes a cassette, at least one inner end cap disposed at an end of the cassette, and at least one outer end cap disposed over the inner end cap. The outer end cap is movable between a retracted position and an extended position.

Abstract: A vehicle security partition for use in vehicles to form a barrier between front and rear occupant areas.

Abstract: A convertible vehicle has a rear area with a storage compartment for stowing the top located adjacent to the trunk. A variable partitioning device separates the trunk and the storage compartment. The partitioning device has a top receiving position and a luggage receiving position. The partitioning device has a panel-shaped end member that, in the top receiving position, is in an upright position and delimits rearwardly the storage compartment relative to the trunk. An adjoining panel is connected to the end member. The end member is releasably secured to the carbody. For moving the partitioning device into the luggage receiving position, the end member is detached from the carbody and pivoted relative to the adjoining panel by a forwardly oriented movement. Subsequently, the end member and the adjoining panel are moved together by a second forwardly oriented movement.

Abstract: A motor vehicle has a loading compartment and a driver's compartment which is separated from the loading compartment via a partition. In order to permit great variability by making good use of the space, the partition is of two-part design, with the two parts being connected to each other via a hinge. The hinge makes it possible for the second part to be able to be pivoted in relation to the fixed, lower part toward the loading compartment or toward the driver's compartment. A latching device secures the partition in various pivoting angles.

Abstract: A military vehicle with a turbine engine mounted on an outer rear corner of the vehicle, with the engine being installed in a vertical orientation in order to save critical space. The vehicle is provided with access hatches which enable operators to easily work on the engine and related power generation components. The positioning of the engine allows the crew of the vehicle to be shielded from the heat, noise, and exhaust of the engine. The rear positioning of the engine also provides improved survivability of the engine, as well as a reduced heat signature for the vehicle. Finally, the unique engine placement provides easy access for maintenance and removal of components or component modules.

Abstract: A through-seat holder for a motor vehicle has a vehicle frame having generally parallel longitudinal members and transverse side members interconnecting ends of the longitudinal members and defining therewith a throughgoing opening. The longitudinal members are spaced apart by a predetermined transverse distance and form a pair of parallel outwardly facing guide faces flanking the opening and spaced apart by a predetermined transverse dimension greater than the transverse distance. A device frame fittable in the opening of the vehicle frame has generally parallel longitudinal members and transverse side members interconnecting ends of the respective longitudinal members. One of the device-frame transverse members is formed with a rim having a transverse width equal substantially to the dimension so that the rim cannot pass through the opening when extending transversely. The rim forms a pair of transversely spaced contact points engageable with the faces and defining a transversely extending pivot axis.

Abstract: A separating arrangement for the self-supporting bodywork of a motor vehicle has a partition which is arranged at the front end of a rear compartment, extends in the transverse direction of the vehicle and over part of its height between rear wheel houses of the motor vehicle and is fastened to boundary walls of the rear compartment. The separating arrangement is designed as a supporting device which strengthens the bodywork against distortion. The separating arrangement is curved in relation to a vertical transverse plane of the vehicle and a horizontal transverse plane of the vehicle, and the separating arrangement has reinforcing struts in the form of greater material thickness along force flow lines.

Abstract: A vehicle storage assembly for a vehicle cargo area includes a storage panel and a flange portion extending outwardly from an end of the storage panel. The flange portion is adapted to be mounted to an interior component of a vehicle such that the storage panel is positionable to a stowed position, and a deployed position. In the deployed position, the storage panel divides at least a portion of the vehicle cargo area.

Abstract: The present invention is a barrier shield having selective transparent areas therein that incorporates particular optical glare and reflection reduction methods utilizing diffractive and grating techniques within a tilted planar surface having selective openings therethrough. This barrier shield is mounted within the closure door for correcting the transmissive optical imagery enabling the driver/operator to view the passengers through the closure door barrier shield using, typically, the inside rear-view mirror without compromise to safety or security.

Abstract: A vehicle security partition for use in vehicles to form a barrier between front and rear occupant areas.

Abstract: A trunk space storage system for motor vehicles comprising a movable wall. This movable wall is located on the floor of the trunk space and acts as a new back wall of the trunk space. This movable wall slides along tracks on the floor of the trunk space to a position the user desires. The movable wall further comprises a wall extension to increase the wall height. This invention allows users to utilize as much of the trunk space as necessary without having the problem of having objects roll into the deep trunk space which can be difficult for many people to access.

Abstract: An interior rear seat for a motor vehicle includes a main seat located in a vehicle rear cabin portion that has opposed two end side portions, and a first rear interior side panel connected to a first inner vehicle skin surface and located adjacent an inwardly projecting wheel arch of the vehicle. The first side panel has a first seating portion that is continuous with one of the end side portions to extend the main seat adjacent the wheel arch. The rear seat with increased comfort is typically part of a production vehicle converted into a taxi vehicle. The invention also concerns a method for modifying a production vehicle with the rear seat.

Abstract: A luggage compartment for a motor vehicle, comprising a bottom (2) and two opposite-lying flat side trim panels (4), is already known per se. According to the invention, functional tracks (5-7) extending cross-wise and in a longitudinal direction are provided in the region of each side wall. Said tracks are, at least partially, spatially integrated into the side trim panels. The invention is used in passenger vehicles.

Abstract: A holding bar of a safety net separating a luggage compartment from a passenger compartment of an automobile vehicle has a tubular body from which holding members project at its end to engage in brackets close to the roof of the vehicle. Within the tube, the holders have enlarged ends which apply compression force to respective deformation bodies braced against constrictions of the tube so that the kinetic energy of a crash is converted to axial decompression deformation of those bodies. The bodies may be injection molded onto the shanks or can be formed of a plurality of parts and clipped together therearound.

Abstract: A multi-functional cargo area assembly for a cargo bed of a vehicle includes a first and a second side wall disposed in a transversely spaced relationship, and an integrally formed guide track in the first and second side walls. The cargo area assembly also includes extendible side wall portions. The cargo area assembly further includes a movable divider panel supported with the guide track by a support rod, and extending transversely between the first and second side walls, wherein the divider panel includes a positioning mechanism for fixedly locating the divider panel.

Abstract: A vehicle body includes a first compartment for carrying passengers or cargo and a second compartment for carrying cargo rearwardly adjacent the first compartment. The body includes a frame defining an opening between the first and second compartments. A window is fixed in an upper portion of the opening and a crossbar is fixed in the opening below the window. A midgate panel is pivotally connected in a lower portion of the opening for movement between a closed position covering the lower portion of the opening and an open position permitting access through the lower portion of the opening. A drive motor is operatively connected with the midgate panel for pivoting the midgate panel between the open and closed positions. A counterbalancing strut is operatively connected between the midgate panel and a body floor to bias the midgate panel toward the open and closed positions, alternatively, depending upon the pivoted position of the midgate panel.

Abstract: An arrangement for covering purposes in the interior of a motor vehicle, having a web-like, displaceable covering at least one guide rail on which the covering element is guided, and at least one drive motor for displacing the covering element The drive motor is arranged directly on a transverse rod at an end of the covering element, and is displaced therewith.

Abstract: A separating device for a vehicle interior with at least one dimensionally stable flat structure, which is positioned upright in a protection position is known.

Abstract: An armored tank is provided and has a weapons station disposed on the roof of a vehicle housing that is carried by a tracked drive. The interior of the housing is divided into three regions, namely a front region, in which are disposed the drive mechanism and the driver's seat, a rear region in which are disposed seats for the crew, and a middle region that is usable for various purposes depending upon the layout of the tank, especially for accommodating a turret platform and/or at least one seat for operators of the weapons station and/or storage space for munitions and munitions delivery mechanisms.

Abstract: A holding bar of a safety net separating a luggage compartment from a passenger compartment of an automobile vehicle has a tubular body from which holding members project at its end to engage in brackets close to the roof of the vehicle. Within the tube, the holders have enlarged ends which apply compression force to respective deformation bodies braced against constrictions of the tube so that the kinetic energy of a crash is converted to axial decompression deformation of those bodies. The bodies may be injection molded onto the shanks or can be formed of a plurality of parts and clipped together therearound.

Abstract: Apparatus are provided for storing items within vehicle cargo compartments. A panel is pivotally secured within a cargo compartment and is movable between a closed position in adjacent, face-to-face relationship with the wall and one or more open positions substantially transverse to the wall, and a retractable retaining belt operably associated with the panel. The retaining belt is movable between retracted and extended positions. The retaining belt has a free end and a post attached to the free end that is configured to be gripped by a user so as to move the retaining belt to an extended position. A floor within the vehicle includes one or more apertures formed therein, and the post includes an end portion that is configured to be removably inserted into the one or more apertures so as to maintain the retaining belt in one or more respective extended positions.