Patent classifications
B60N3/103
Systems and methods for providing a convertible cupholder
A convertible cupholder device that is configured to have a cupholder element of the device be selectively rotated and/or otherwise be moved between a variety of positions is described. As a result of its construction, when the convertible cupholder is coupled to a movable object (e.g., a pivoting member of a convertible bench), the cupholder element can be moved to and/or be retained in one or more desired positions (e.g., an upright position) when the movable object is pivoted and/or otherwise moved through a range of motion. Other implementations are described.
Retractable cup holder
A retractable cup holder is provided, including: a main base, disposed with a plurality of guide grooves inside located at different heights, and with a placement surface as a top; a gear set, located inside the main base; at least three surrounding arms, each including a sliding element and a surrounding element connected to each other, the sliding element being located movably in the corresponding guide groove; the plurality of the surrounding elements being erected around the main base, each peripheral gear being positioned corresponding to the sliding element, and the actuating gear meshing with the actuating rack; when one of the surrounding arms moving, the rest of the surrounding arms moving synchronously through the meshed gear set; a stopper; partially restricted in the main base but movable for a short distance; after the stopper engaging a sliding element, the surrounding arm becoming unable to move.
Multi-Purpose Cup Holder Tray Insert
The present invention relates to a multipurpose cup holder tray insert. The tray insert is designed for placement in a vehicle cup holder to provide a convenient location to place a meal and a beverage container while driving. The tray insert includes: a planar tray portion for food items; a detachably attached pocket for snacks, edibles, or condiments; and, a beverage sleeve for holding a beverage container. The beverage sleeve further includes a circular adapter that is configured to expand and also having a swivel mechanism to rotate the tray portion. The sleeve is telescopic and can be adjusted to different lengths for height adjustments. A square key can be used for expanding the circular adapter for a snug fit in the cup holder.
Vehicle Accessory Anchor System
A vehicle accessory anchor system is provided. The system involves a shaft or similar elongate connector which is monolithically connected to a frame of the vehicle. On an opposite side of the shaft is a connector port which extends to or through an interior finish of the vehicle. The connector port allows connection of a variety of accessories such as device holders, and the like. As such, the vehicle accessory anchor system overcomes problems of prior art accessory connectors by securely tying in the accessory to the frame of the vehicle.
PORTABLE ASSEMBLY FOR SUPPORT PLATFORM AND GAME PLATFORM
A portable convertible platform assembly comprising of a first configuration having a horizontal support surface including a first and a second section in a locked position; second configuration wherein the sections are placed in a folded arrangement; and, third configuration wherein the support surface has an opening for receiving a game bag. The first configuration can include a rear support strap for securing the platform to the hood of a vehicle, a rear leg, and a front leg. The front leg can include an adjustable height. The third configuration can include an opening cover configured to be received in the opening.
GAP WALL FOR GAP FILLER BETWEEN SEAT AND ADJACENT BARRIER
A gap wall that includes a divider and a base. The divider includes a top end and a bottom end. The base is attached to the bottom end of the divider and the base can attach to a gap filler such that when attached on the gap filler and when the gap filler is installed between a seat and an adjacent barrier, the divider forms one wall of a pocket. The divider may be compressible. The divider may have an exterior fabric that creates an interior, and the interior may have stuffing. The exterior fabric may be leather. The gap wall may have a closable opening that can be used to adjust the amount of stuffing in the interior. The closable opening may use a zipper.
Cup Holder Insert and Methods For Increasing Depth of Cup Holders
A cup holder insert for increasing the depth of an existing cup holder includes a generally cylindrical body with an open top, a bottom and a sidewall. The body also includes an upper lip extending outwardly from the sidewall and surrounding the top. An engagement system having a flexible lip, an engagement aperture and an alignment flange functions to secure the cup holder insert into an existing cup holder to increase the existing cup holder depth. A method for inserting the cup holder insert into an existing cup holder is also disclosed.
DETACHABLE CUP HOLDER ON INBOARD SIDE SHIELD OF VEHICLE SEAT
A vehicle seat assembly includes an adapter including a first attachment feature and a cup holder including a second attachment feature. The first attachment feature engages with the second attached feature to removably secure the cup holder to the adapter.
GAP WALL FOR GAP FILLER BETWEEN SEAT AND ADJACENT BARRIER
A gap wall that includes a divider and a base. The divider includes a top end and a bottom end. The base is attached to the bottom end of the divider and the base can attach to a gap filler such that when attached on the gap filler and when the gap filler is installed between a seat and an adjacent barrier, the divider forms one wall of a pocket. The divider may be compressible. The divider may have an exterior fabric that creates an interior, and the interior may have stuffing. The exterior fabric may be leather. The gap wall may have a closable opening that can be used to adjust the amount of stuffing in the interior. The closable opening may use a zipper.
Portable Mug Holder Assembly
A portable mug holder assembly for facilitating a cup holder in any vehicle includes a first strip that is foldable to define a central portion extending between a pair of outward portions such that the first strip forms a U shape. A second strip is removably attachable to the first strip when the first strip is folded to form a cup holder that can be positioned in a vehicle. A cup is positionable in the cup holder to store the cup in an upright position in the vehicle. The cup has a photo space integrated therein for having a photo inserted therein. A base is removably attachable to the cup to retain the photo in the photo space.