公开(公告)号：US08276980B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-02

申请号：US12614186

申请日：2009-11-06

Applicant: Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

Inventor： Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

IPC: B62D25/20

CPC classification number: B62D33/023 ,  B62D25/2018 ,  B62D25/2027 ,  B62D25/2036 ,  B62D33/0273

Abstract: A vehicle frame assembly, system and method includes a vehicle frame assembly having a variable length longitudinal frame component. The longitudinal frame component is formed at a first length when used on a first vehicle type and formed at a second length when used on a second vehicle type.

Abstract translation: 车架组件，系统和方法包括具有可变长度纵向框架部件的车架组件。 当在第一车辆类型上使用时，纵向框架部件形成为第一长度，并且当以第二车辆类型使用时形成为第二长度。

公开(公告)号：US07770764B2

公开(公告)日：2010-08-10

申请号：US11279408

申请日：2006-04-12

Applicant: Yaniv Rock ,  Brian Dressel ,  Robb Augustine ,  Matthew Wolfe

Inventor： Yaniv Rock ,  Brian Dressel ,  Robb Augustine ,  Matthew Wolfe

IPC: B62D43/00 ,  B62D43/02 ,  B62D43/04

CPC classification number: B62D43/045 ,  B62D35/02 ,  B62D43/04 ,  Y02T10/88

Abstract: An aerodynamic spare tire cover system is provided for use with a spare tire stored on a vehicle underbody. The cover system can be used to cover a full sized spare tire or a temporary spare tire, while providing the same aerodynamic qualities. The cover system includes an annular spare tire cover defining a central aperture, a removable center cap for selectively covering the central aperture, a center spacer supported by the annular spare tire cover that is adjustable between a first position and a second position depending on whether a full sized spare or temporary spare is being covered, and removable spacers supported by the annular spare tire cover. A full sized spare tire and the center spacer in the first position space the spare tire cover the same distance from a position on the vehicle underbody, on the opposite side of the spare tire, as a temporary spare tire, and the center spacer in the second position.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于存储在车辆底部上的备用轮胎的空气动力学备用轮胎覆盖系统。 覆盖系统可用于覆盖全尺寸备用轮胎或临时备用轮胎，同时提供相同的空气动力学特性。 盖系统包括限定中心孔的环形备用轮胎盖，用于选择性地覆盖中心孔的可移除中心盖，由环形备用轮胎盖支撑的中心隔离物，其可在第一位置和第二位置之间调节，这取决于是否 正在覆盖全尺寸备件或临时备件，以及由环形备胎盖支撑的可拆卸间隔件。 备用轮胎的全尺寸备用轮胎和中间隔板在第一位置的空间中，备用轮胎覆盖与备用轮胎的相对侧上的车辆底部上的位置相同的距离，作为临时备用轮胎， 第二名

公开(公告)号：US20100072789A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-25

申请号：US12614186

申请日：2009-11-06

Applicant: Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

Inventor： Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

IPC: B62D25/02

CPC classification number: B62D33/023 ,  B62D25/2018 ,  B62D25/2027 ,  B62D25/2036 ,  B62D33/0273

Abstract: A vehicle frame assembly, system and method includes a vehicle frame assembly having a variable length longitudinal frame component. The longitudinal frame component is formed at a first length when used on a first vehicle type and formed at a second length when used on a second vehicle type.

Abstract translation: 车架组件，系统和方法包括具有可变长度纵向框架部件的车架组件。 当在第一车辆类型上使用时，纵向框架部件形成为第一长度，并且当以第二车辆类型使用时形成为第二长度。

公开(公告)号：US20090218788A1

公开(公告)日：2009-09-03

申请号：US12347765

申请日：2008-12-31

Applicant: Andy Hughes ,  Robb Augustine ,  Jamison Weirup ,  Jeremy Lucas

Inventor： Andy Hughes ,  Robb Augustine ,  Jamison Weirup ,  Jeremy Lucas

IPC: B60D1/14

CPC classification number: B60D1/485

Abstract: A towing hitch assembly for use with a vehicle and method is provided and includes a towing hitch frame structure, the towing hitch frame structure having a front surface, a top surface, and a bottom surface. The front surface can be configured to face away from the vehicle. A towing hitch can be located adjacent the towing hitch frame structure, and a mounting assembly can be configured to mount the towing hitch frame structure to a vehicle frame. The mounting assembly can include a first bracket configured to be adjacent the vehicle frame, and a second bracket capable of receiving the first bracket, the second bracket extending along the bottom surface and the front surface of the towing hitch frame structure. The towing hitch assembly according to the disclosed subject matter provides for, among other features, improved styling, safety, loading and bumper attachment.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于车辆和方法的牵引搭接组件，并且包括牵引搭扣框架结构，所述牵引搭扣框架结构具有前表面，顶表面和底面。 前表面可以配置为远离车辆。 牵引搭扣可以位于牵引架结构的附近，并且安装组件可以被构造成将牵引搭扣框架结构安装在车架上。 安装组件可以包括构造成邻近车辆框架的第一支架和能够接收第一支架的第二支架，第二支架沿着牵引牵引架结构的底表面和前表面延伸。 除了其他特征之外，根据所公开的主题的牵引搭接组件提供了改进的造型，安全性，装载和保险杠附接。

公开(公告)号：US09238847B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-19

申请号：US13198838

申请日：2011-08-05

Applicant: Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

Inventor： Eric Boettcher ,  Robb Augustine

IPC: C21D1/18 ,  B21D22/02 ,  C21D9/00 ,  C21D1/62 ,  H05B6/10 ,  H05B6/38 ,  H05B6/40

CPC classification number: C22F1/00 ,  B21D22/022 ,  C21D1/18 ,  C21D1/62 ,  C21D9/0062 ,  C21D2221/00 ,  H05B6/101 ,  H05B6/38 ,  H05B6/40 ,  Y02P10/253

Abstract: Disclosed are methods, systems and apparatus for manufacturing complex three dimensional open structures by cold forming the component from unhardened metal stock and then selectively heating and quenching the metal to provide the desired strength profile across the component. The metal is initially formed of unheated and unhardened metal through a combination of rolling, stamping and/or milling operations to produce a component having a complex three dimensional open structure. The formed component is then hardened in strategically predetermined areas by sequentially heating and quenching the predetermined areas of the component. The heating and cooling elements are, in turn, provided on at least one robotic apparatus configured for moving the elements across the surface of the component in a manner sufficient to achieve the desired pattern of hardened and unhardened regions across the component.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于通过从未硬化的金属原料冷成型组件然后选择性地加热和淬火金属以在组件上提供期望的强度分布来制造复杂三维开放结构的方法，系统和装置。 金属首先通过轧制，冲压和/或铣削操作的组合由未加热和未硬化的金属形成，以产生具有复杂三维开放结构的部件。 然后通过依次加热和淬火部件的预定区域，在策略性地预定的区域中硬化形成的部件。 加热和冷却元件又设置在至少一个机器人装置上，所述至少一个机器人装置被配置为以足以实现穿过部件的硬化和未硬化区域的期望图案的方式移动元件横跨部件的表面。

公开(公告)号：US07823863B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-02

申请号：US12062555

申请日：2008-04-04

Applicant: Jeremy Lucas ,  Christopher Dendis ,  James H. Nazarian, Jr. ,  Robb Augustine

Inventor： Jeremy Lucas ,  Christopher Dendis ,  James H. Nazarian, Jr. ,  Robb Augustine

IPC: B66D1/00

CPC classification number: B62D43/045 ,  B66D1/04

Abstract: A spare tire hoist may be provided. A retention cable may be used to retain a spare tire against a surface of a motor vehicle. A tensioning spring may be used to tension the retention cable when the spare tire is in a storage position. A wheel plate engages the spare tire and cooperates with the retention cable and the tensioning spring to maintain the spare tire in the storage position. The wheel plate may include an insert portion that engages a center aperture of a wheel rim of the spare tire. A flange portion that substantially surrounds the insert portion and engages a peripheral surface of the wheel rim may also be provided. A reinforcement ring may be included in the wheel plate, substantially coextensive with the insert portion and extending within a substantially hollow region of the flange portion. The reinforcement ring may provide mechanical reinforcement to the wheel plate.

Abstract translation: 可以提供备用的轮胎葫芦。 可以使用保持电缆将备用轮胎保持在机动车辆的表面上。 当备用轮胎处于储存位置时，可以使用张紧弹簧来拉紧保持电缆。 轮板接合备用轮胎，并与保持电缆和张紧弹簧配合，以将备用轮胎保持在储存位置。 轮板可以包括接合备用轮胎的轮缘的中心孔的插入部分。 还可以提供基本上围绕插入部分并且接合轮缘的外周表面的凸缘部分。 加强环可以包括在轮板中，与插入部分基本上共同延伸并且在凸缘部分的基本中空的区域内延伸。 加强环可以为车轮板提供机械加强。

公开(公告)号：US20080203767A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-28

申请号：US11679469

申请日：2007-02-27

Applicant: Jared Cox ,  Patrick Ellison ,  Robb Augustine

Inventor： Jared Cox ,  Patrick Ellison ,  Robb Augustine

IPC: B62D25/20

CPC classification number: B62D43/045 ,  B62D25/2027

Abstract: A structural support bracket for a rear cargo pan of a vehicle includes a forward end that is secured to a rear cross member and a rearward end that is secured to the rear cargo pan adjacent a center portion thereof so as to support the rear cargo pan against deflection during use. The forward end of the support bracket is secured to both a downwardly directed surface and a rearwardly directed surface of the rear cross member. The structural support bracket reduces deflection of the cargo pan and reduces generation of impact boom noises otherwise caused thereby.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的后货盘的结构支撑支架包括固定到后横向构件的前端和靠近后货舱的中心部分固定到后货盘的后端，以便支撑后货盘抵靠 使用过程中的偏转。 支撑托架的前端被固定到后横向构件的向下指向的表面和向后指向的表面。 结构支撑支架减少货盘的偏转并减少由此引起的冲击吊架噪音的产生。

公开(公告)号：US20070241144A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-18

申请号：US11279408

申请日：2006-04-12

Applicant: Yaniv Rock ,  Brian Dressel ,  Robb Augustine ,  Matthew Wolfe

Inventor： Yaniv Rock ,  Brian Dressel ,  Robb Augustine ,  Matthew Wolfe

IPC: B62D43/00

CPC classification number: B62D43/045 ,  B62D35/02 ,  B62D43/04 ,  Y02T10/88

Abstract: An aerodynamic spare tire cover system is provided for use with a spare tire stored on a vehicle underbody. The cover system can be used to cover a full sized spare tire or a temporary spare tire, while providing the same aerodynamic qualities. The cover system includes an annular spare tire cover defining a central aperture, a removable center cap for selectively covering the central aperture, a center spacer supported by the annular spare tire cover that is adjustable between a first position and a second position depending on whether a full sized spare or temporary spare is being covered, and removable spacers supported by the annular spare tire cover. A full sized spare tire and the center spacer in the first position space the spare tire cover the same distance from a position on the vehicle underbody, on the opposite side of the spare tire, as a temporary spare tire, and the center spacer in the second position.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于存储在车辆底部上的备用轮胎的空气动力学备用轮胎覆盖系统。 覆盖系统可用于覆盖全尺寸备用轮胎或临时备用轮胎，同时提供相同的空气动力学特性。 盖系统包括限定中心孔的环形备用轮胎盖，用于选择性地覆盖中心孔的可移除中心盖，由环形备用轮胎盖支撑的中心隔离物，其可在第一位置和第二位置之间调节，这取决于是否 正在覆盖全尺寸备件或临时备件，以及由环形备胎盖支撑的可拆卸间隔件。 备用轮胎的全尺寸备用轮胎和中间隔板在第一位置的空间中，备用轮胎覆盖与备用轮胎相对侧上的车辆底部的位置相同的距离，作为临时备用轮胎， 第二名

公开(公告)号：USD508445S1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-16

申请号：US29211981

申请日：2004-08-25

Applicant: Jarad W. Hall ,  Joshua Targownik ,  Donald Lariviere ,  Aimee R. Sadle ,  Donald Herner ,  Thomas Kim ,  Robb Augustine

Designer： Jarad W. Hall ,  Joshua Targownik ,  Donald Lariviere ,  Aimee R. Sadle ,  Donald Herner ,  Thomas Kim ,  Robb Augustine

公开(公告)号：US20050057062A1

公开(公告)日：2005-03-17

申请号：US10663271

申请日：2003-09-16

Applicant: Kerry McClure ,  Robb Augustine ,  Emily Nutwell

Inventor： Kerry McClure ,  Robb Augustine ,  Emily Nutwell

IPC: B60N3/12 ,  B60R7/04 ,  B60R11/00 ,  B60R11/06 ,  B60R13/01 ,  B62D33/02 ,  B62D43/10

CPC classification number: B60R13/013 ,  B60R11/00 ,  B60R11/06 ,  B60R13/01 ,  B62D33/02 ,  B62D43/10

Abstract: A truck bed for a pickup truck includes a metal support structure that is in a fixed position relative to a pickup truck. A shell is fixedly supported by the metal support structure and is configured to integrally define a portion of a first chamber and a portion of a second chamber. The first chamber is adjacent to the second chamber at an interface, and the first and second chambers are disposed substantially beneath a plane. The plane is defined by a cargo carrying floor that is integrally provided by the truck bed. A first closure member includes a first support surface and is associated with the shell. The first closure member is moveable between a first position in which the first support surface is substantially coplanar with the plane and is configured to support cargo directly above the first chamber, and a second position in which the first closure member is at least partially removed to provide access to the first chamber from above the plane. A second closure member is associated with the shell and includes a second support surface for supporting cargo directly above the second chamber. The second support surface is substantially coplanar with the plane. The second chamber can be configured to provide a storage location, the storage location being configured to substantially surround an entire spare tire for a pickup truck directly beneath the second closure member.

Abstract translation: 用于皮卡车的卡车床包括相对于皮卡车处于固定位置的金属支撑结构。 壳体由金属支撑结构固定地支撑，并且构造成整体地限定第一室的一部分和第二室的一部分。 第一室在界面处与第二室相邻，并且第一和第二室基本上设置在平面的下方。 该平面由一个由卡车车厢整体提供的货物承载地板限定。 第一闭合构件包括第一支撑表面并与壳体相关联。 第一关闭构件可在第一位置和第二位置之间移动，在第一位置，第一支撑表面与平面基本上共面，并且构造成支撑直接在第一室的上方的货物，以及第二位置，第一关闭构件至少部分地被移除到 提供从飞机上方进入第一个舱室。 第二闭合构件与壳体相关联并且包括用于直接在第二腔室上方支撑货物的第二支撑表面。 第二支撑表面基本上与平面共面。 第二室可以被配置为提供存储位置，所述存储位置被配置为基本上围绕用于直接位于第二关闭构件下方的卡车的整个备用轮胎。