CVG Management Corporation Patent applications |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20150249886 | NOISE MITIGATION SEATING - A noise mitigation seating system includes a listening component to detect ambient noise from the surrounding area as perceived inside a vehicle cabin. A control component analyzes the ambient noise for noise mitigation. The control component generates a noise mitigation output based on the analyzed ambient noise and a sound profile. Sound profiles describe criteria for noise mitigation. A speaker component renders the noise mitigation output to interfere with the ambient noise such that the ambient noise is reduced or canceled. | 09-03-2015 |
20140339747 | FORE-AFT VIBRATION ISOLATOR - A vehicle seating system includes a top frame for mounting to a vehicle seat. The top frame has integral rails or channels with roller tracks at one end and vibration dampening systems at the other. An opposing pair of the roller tracks includes a vibratory dampening or regulation system that controls the amount of fore and aft travel of the top frame. | 11-20-2014 |
20140254626 | INFRARED TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT AND STABILIZATION THEREOF - Infrared (IR) temperature measurement and stabilization systems, and methods related thereto are provided. One or more embodiments passively stabilizes temperatures of objects in proximity and within the path between an infrared (IR) sensor and target object. A protective housing may encase an IR sensor, which may include a sensing element or IR element, a circuit or signal processor, and a housing seal plug. The IR element may be thermally bonded with a frame or conductive top hat. | 09-11-2014 |
20140239539 | MOLDED WIRE HARNESS TOOL ASSEMBLY - A system and method of manufacturing an over molded wire harness is disclosed herein. The system and method includes designing and manufacturing a positive mold made from interchangeable and reusable modular blocks. The positive mold is used to create a negative mold tool die, whereby the wire harness can be assembled in the negative mold and overmold material can be injected into the negative mold. | 08-28-2014 |
20140067265 | ROAD CONDITION TRACKING AND PRESENTATION - Systems and methods can discover and present to a user road conditions. A client can include sensors to measure local road conditions. Local road conditions can be measured by a sensor and reported to a server. The server can aggregate road condition information at least by location and time, and return the aggregated information to clients to facilitate presentation of road conditions not discovered locally. Information regarding road conditions at given times and locations can facilitate road maintenance coordination and route planning. | 03-06-2014 |
20130264839 | VEHICLE FLOORING SYSTEM - A vehicle spray flooring system is provided that includes a single-sided mold component and a spray application component that facilitates application of a liquefied mixture into the single-sided mold. The application of the liquefied mixture results in a vehicle flooring product, whereby the liquefied mixture. | 10-10-2013 |
20130223472 | INFRARED TEMPERATURE SENSOR CALIBRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods that facilitate calibrated temperature measurements are discussed. Such a system can include a target object that changes temperature, a test infrared (IR) temperature sensor that can make a first set of measurements of the temperature of the target object over a period of time, and a standard IR temperature sensor that can make a second set of measurements of the temperature of the target object over the period of time. Additionally, the system can include a calibration unit that compares the first set of measurements with the second set of measurements and determines an accuracy of the test IR temperature sensor based on the comparison. | 08-29-2013 |
20130214556 | AERODYNAMIC WHEEL COVER - A wheel cover or panel assembly for use on a long haul truck is provided. These wheel covers can provide enhanced aerodynamic effects to a truck or other vehicle thereby reducing wind drag and enhancing fuel efficiency. Still further, the wheel covers can articulate or turn along with the steering by design. | 08-22-2013 |
20130212805 | RETRACTABLE BUNK - A retractable bunk or bed is disclosed. The retractable bunk can be used in a sleeper compartment so as to optimize space within the cab. The innovation can include a shaft around which a suitably strong, yet flexible, material bunk can be wound. Thus, in a closed or “hidden” state, the material can be rolled up around the shaft and stowed, for example behind a door or within a compartment as desired. In an open position, the material is extended in a horizontal manner and affixed to retain the “bunk” position. | 08-22-2013 |
20130202874 | LIGHTWEIGHT SYNTACTIC FOAMS FOR BLAST MITIGATION IN THERMAL/ACOUSTIC FLOORING - A flooring system for use in thermal and/or acoustic floor systems is provided where the flooring system mitigates external forces from a shock/blast wave. The flooring system includes a foam layer and filler material that includes micro and/or nano structures strategically dispersed in the foam layer. The micro and/or nano structures mitigate a magnitude of the external forces propagating through the foam layer. | 08-08-2013 |
20130190990 | SAFETY INTEGRATED SEATING SYSTEMS - A safety integrated seating system (SISS) is disclosed and includes a lap belt pretensioner component that simultaneously cinches two portions of a lap belt upon detection of an event and a shoulder belt pretensioner component that simultaneously cinches two shoulder belts upon detection of the event. | 07-25-2013 |
20130093234 | APPARATUS ATTACHMENT SYSTEM - A seat anchoring system that anchors seats in a seating arrangement in a vehicle is provided. The seat anchoring system includes a base and multiple fastening devices, where the fastening devices are attached to the base and extend away from an upper face of the base. The base has a shape similar to an inside configuration of a mounting rail such that the base is inserted into the mounting rail and positioned to any desirable location along the mounting rail. Further, the fastening devices extend through the mounting rail and attach the seat to the mounting rail. | 04-18-2013 |
20130081435 | Lock System and Method Thereof - A multi state lock system configured to be mounted to a door of an enclosure is provided that includes a three position cam lock assembly rotatable between a first position, a second position, and a third position. The system further includes a locking rod cam, multiple locking rods attached to the locking rod cam, a locking rod limiter cam and a handle rotatable between a handle unlocked position and a handle locked position. When the cam lock is in the first position, the lock system is in an unlocked state, when the cam lock is in the second position, the lock system is in a neutral state, and when the cam lock is in the third position, the lock system is in a locked state. | 04-04-2013 |
20120327410 | NON-CONTACT MEDIA DETECTION SYSTEM USING REFLECTION/ABSOPTION SPECTROSCOPY - The innovation uses the response of media to electromagnetic (EM) signals in order to identify them. When EM sources are directed at a target medium, a response is obtained from an EM detector observing the event. By comparing a measured response to a library of known profiles, one or more likely candidates for the target medium can be determined. | 12-27-2012 |
20120286553 | VEHICLE SEATING SYSTEM WITH PIVOTING STOP MECHANISM AND METHOD - A vehicle seat system and method in which a seat belt assembly is secured directly to the seat is provided. The vehicle seat system includes a first stop operating at rear portions of a base and a seat frame to couple the base and seat frame and to limit forward pivoting movement of the seat frame upon sudden deceleration. The first stop includes two distinct rod ends each fixedly attached to opposite portions of a seat frame. The system may also include another stop to limit rearward pivoting movement of the seat frame. The coupling of the base and seat frame provides the seat system with strength to satisfy load testing requirements and to provide comfort to the occupant. The vehicle system may include a mechanism that allows tilting of the seat frame and that may also form part of a cushion slide function. | 11-15-2012 |
20120267930 | SEATING APPARATUS ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM - A seat adjustment system for a seat assembly in a vehicle is provided and includes a seat locking device attached to a forward suspension rod of the seat assembly, a first seat adjustment mechanism cooperating with the seat locking device to facilitate a sliding motion of a seat assembly, and a second seat adjustment mechanism cooperating with the seat locking device to facilitate a pivoting motion of the seat assembly. | 10-25-2012 |
20120240381 | MOLDED CONNECTION JOINT AND/OR HINGE - A system that facilitates an interlocked joint without the need for a locking pin is provided. The system includes a first member having multiple first fingers extending in an outward direction from a side of the first member and multiple first openings defined between each of the first fingers. The system further includes a second member having multiple second fingers extending in an outward direction from a side of the second member and multiple second openings defined between each of the second fingers. When the first member mates with the second member the first fingers are aligned with and engage the second openings and the second fingers are aligned with and engage the first openings such that the first member and the second member are interlocked and inseparable in a tensile direction. | 09-27-2012 |
20120236581 | VEHICLE ILLUMINATION SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF - A vehicle illumination system (and method) that facilitates remote adjustment is provided. The system includes an illumination system and an adjustment system. The adjustment system facilitates remote adjustment of an illumination direction and/or at least one illumination characteristic of the illumination system. | 09-20-2012 |
20120235324 | VEHICLE FLOORING SYSTEM - A vehicle spray flooring system is provided that includes a single-sided mold component and a spray application component that facilitates application of a liquefied mixture into the single-sided mold. The application of the liquefied mixture results in a vehicle flooring product, whereby the liquefied mixture is a combination of urethane and polyurea. | 09-20-2012 |
20120224796 | FRICTION CONTROLLED DRAWER SLIDE MECHANISM - A friction controlled mechanism configured to operate in conjunction with an assembly having a moveable structure and a stationary structure. The mechanism includes a frame member having a length and a friction based flexible member slidably wrapped around a perimeter of the frame member such that the flexible member travels in opposite directions around the perimeter of the frame member during movement of the moveable structure toward and away from the stationary structure. The flexible member imparts a friction to side rails of the stationary structure and to side rails of the moveable structure to provide a controlled stable movement of the moveable structure. | 09-06-2012 |
20120222930 | PNEUMATIC OPERATED FORE/AFT VIBRATION ISOLATOR LOCKING DEVICE - A pneumatic fore-aft vibration isolator lock system (and method) is provided. The innovation provides a locking action through the use of pneumatically-actuated spring pressure to lock or unlock the isolation system. In one aspect, to unlock, air pressure is applied and the spring pressure is overridden by the air pressure. By overriding the spring pressure, plates are moved thereby unlocking the isolator. The system can allow for one touch, fingertip locking and unlocking of the fore/aft isolation system. | 09-06-2012 |
20120212026 | ADJUSTABLE SLIDING ARMREST - An adjustable sliding armrest that may be extendable in length and varied in rotational position is provided. The armrest generally includes a support member, a slide member, a locking mechanism, and a tilt adjusting mechanism. The support member and slide member are in slidable communication with one another, and the locking mechanism may serve to lock the position of the slide member with respect to the support member. Moreover, the tilt adjusting mechanism may be utilized to selectively increase or decrease the tilt angle of the armrest. Such features allow users of various arm lengths to adjust the armrest to their comfort. | 08-23-2012 |
20120187614 | FORE-AFT VIBRATION ISOLATOR - A vehicle seating system includes a top frame for mounting to a vehicle seat. The top frame has integral rails or channels with roller tracks at one end and vibration dampening systems at the other. An opposing pair of the roller tracks includes a vibratory dampening or regulation system that controls the amount of fore and aft travel of the top frame. | 07-26-2012 |
20120146473 | FRICTION CONTROLLED DRAWER SLIDE MECHANISM - A friction controlled mechanism for use on a cabinet assembly is provided. The cabinet assembly includes a stationary structure such as a cabinet, a moveable structure such as a drawer that is moveable in relation to the stationary structure and the friction controlled mechanism. The friction controlled mechanism is attached to each side of the moveable structure. The friction controlled mechanism includes a frame member with a length and a friction based flexible member. The flexible member is wrapped around a perimeter of the frame member such that the flexible member is capable of traveling in opposite directions around the perimeter of the frame member during movement of the moveable structure toward and away from the stationary structure. The flexible member imparts a friction to side rails of both the stationary structure and the moveable structure to provide a controlled stable movement of the moveable structure. | 06-14-2012 |
20120088089 | RIGIDITY CONTROLLED FIBERGLASS - A multi-layered panel for a vehicle is provided and includes multiple fiberglass layers and an intermediate layer disposed between the fiberglass layers. One of the fiberglass layers includes multiple fiber patterns where each fiber pattern has a strength and/or a flexibility substantially different from the other fiber patterns. | 04-12-2012 |
20120080821 | MOLD RELEASE SHEET - A system for molding is provides and includes a first mold portion and a second mold portion. The first and second mold portions facilitate formation of a molded panel. A first sheet is inserted between the first mold portion and the second mold portion, such that the first sheet facilitates removal of the molded panel from the first mold portion. | 04-05-2012 |
20120062741 | VEHICLE CAMERA SYSTEM - This innovation discloses the use of cameras in lieu of side-view minors on the outside of a truck cab. In operation, the images can be captured via aerodynamically positioned cameras and displayed upon monitors (e.g., LCD (liquid crystal display), LED (light emitting diode)) within the dash area of the driver. In one aspect, the monitors can be manually repositioned (or tilted) thereby effecting movement of the cameras. Other aspects can employ joysticks or buttons to move the camera positions. Yet other aspects include a peripheral view option. Still other aspects include a step light-up option. Still further, the camera assembly can include an object detection/warning system that notifies the driver of objects and other obstructions in the path of the truck. Moreover, video and/or images can be captured, for example for accident recovery or security scenarios. | 03-15-2012 |
20120062007 | VEHICLE SEATING SYSTEM WITH PIVOTING STOP MECHANISM AND METHOD - A vehicle seat system and method in which a seat belt restraint assembly is secured directly to the seat. The vehicle seat system includes a seat frame and a seat base that supports the seat frame. The system includes a first stop operating at rear portions of the seat base and seat frame to couple the seat base and seat frame and to limit forward pivoting movement of the seat frame upon sudden deceleration. The system may also include a second stop to limit rearward pivoting movement of the seat frame. The coupling of the seat base and seat frame provides the seat system with sufficient strength to satisfy load testing requirements and to provide comfort to the occupant. The vehicle system may include a tilt adjustment mechanism that allows tilting of the seat frame and that may also form part of a cushion slide mechanism. | 03-15-2012 |
20120056444 | AERODYNAMIC WHEEL COVER - A wheel cover or panel assembly for use on a long haul truck is provided. These wheel covers can provide enhanced aerodynamic effects to a truck or other vehicle thereby reducing wind drag and enhancing fuel efficiency. Still further, the wheel covers can articulate or turn along with the steering by design. | 03-08-2012 |
20120056442 | ADJUSTABLE CONSOLE AND MODULAR DASH RAIL - An adjustable and tilt-able display cluster and/or instrument panel (I/P) that allows operators of variable height and other physical attributes adjustability to position optimal angle best fit for their viewing is disclosed. The adjustability can also increase forward and peripheral visibility. Additionally, most any controls contained within the I/P reach items can be optimized by the adjustability. | 03-08-2012 |
20120056428 | VEHICLE WIND TURBINE - Systems and methods of capturing and channeling air through a wind turbine mounted atop a truck (or vehicle roof) are disclosed. The air can be channeled through a specially designed truck roof into an inlet of a wind turbine. In other aspects, ductwork can be used to channel and direct air captured while the truck is in motion. The wind turbine can be a traditional propeller-based turbine. In other aspects, air foil technologies can be employed to increase air flow to and through a turbine. | 03-08-2012 |
20120054959 | RETRACTABLE BUNK - A retractable bunk or bed is disclosed. The retractable bunk can be used in a sleeper compartment so as to optimize space within the cab. The innovation can include a shaft around which a suitably strong, yet flexible, material bunk can be wound. Thus, in a closed or “hidden” state, the material can be rolled up around the shaft and stowed, for example behind a door or within a compartment as desired. In an open position, the material is extended in a horizontal manner and affixed to retain the “bunk” position. | 03-08-2012 |
20120054958 | RECLINER SEAT APPARATUS - A recliner assembly that can be deployed within a cab of a truck is disclosed. The recliner assembly includes a seat apparatus having a rear portion recliner mechanism. Additionally, the recliner assembly includes a drop down table/support assembly that enables a lounge-like position. Further, a complementary seat/footrest apparatus can be employed to enhance the recliner/bed position when deployed. | 03-08-2012 |
20120006989 | INFRARED TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT AND STABILIZATION THEREOF - Infrared (IR) temperature measurement and stabilization systems, and methods related thereto are provided. The innovation actively stabilizes temperatures of objects in proximity and within the path between an infrared (IR) sensor and target object. A temperature monitor and controller are employed to regulate power to resistive temperature devices (RTDs) thereby regulating current (and power) to the RTDs. As a result, temperatures of IR visible objects can be actively stabilized for changes, for example, changes in ambient temperatures, resulting in efficient and accurate temperature readings. | 01-12-2012 |
20120003422 | LAYERED FLAME-PROOF MATERIAL - Materials or composites that can provide a complete finished product to the transportation industry that meets or exceeds fire resistant regulations and standards, e.g., the UL 94 V-0 Flame Test Standard are disclosed. These materials combine aesthetic and functional properties that are not apparent in other flame proof insulation materials available in the industry a whole. | 01-05-2012 |
20110245950 | VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME - A system and method of design and construction of an interlocking vehicle body structure is provided. Each of the braces can be laser or water cut to enhance efficiency, and accuracy, of the design. Additionally, the braces can be equipped with notches, slots or tabs as appropriate so as to effect ease of construction and installation. | 10-06-2011 |
20110089797 | MULTI-MATERIAL CABINET - A strength-enhanced lightweight cabinet system that employs a combination of lightweight composite materials is disclosed. The materials employ a combination of different processes to create a lightweight cabinet system that is structurally sound and functional. In aspects, the combination utilizes two reaction injection molding processes, and one conventional injection molding process. One of the reaction injection molding processes is IVCR (Improved Vinyl Clad Rigid) while the other is T-RIM™. The combination of these materials and processes results in a cabinet system that reduces the weight considerably over a conventional steel and/or combination of steel and other materials that is used in heavy truck sleeper cabs today. | 04-21-2011 |