B60R2011/0057

Rotatable camera mount
11618390 · 2023-04-04 · ·

The present disclosure is directed to a rotatable camera mount capable of capturing images/video in one or more directions. The rotatable camera mount may be capable of capturing images/video in a direction in which an object (e.g., vehicle) is traveling. The rotatable camera mount may be capable of being rotated in a direction of airflow traveling across the camera mount. The rotatable camera mount may be capable of being directly/indirectly engaged with a mounting base.

Vehicle audio communication system
11812233 · 2023-11-07 ·

A communication system for vehicles allowing occupants of an interior cab of the vehicle to orally communicate with persons outside the vehicle while all windows and doors of the vehicle are closed. The system employs an internal communications component in operative communication with an exterior communications component to communicate voice communications to and from both the person outside the vehicle and the occupants of the sealed interior cab of the vehicle.

Vehicle identification and guidance systems and associated methods

Identification and guidance systems configured to facilitate vehicle management in logistics yards or the like are described. The systems can include an identification and guidance (I/G) unit attached to each transport vehicle within the logistics yard. The I/G unit transmits information (e.g., location and guidance information) over a wireless network to a remote controller. The remote controller can transmit relevant information received from the I/G unit to a portable communications device associated with the transport vehicle to which the I/G unit is mounted. For example, the portable communications device may be located in a tractor being used to maneuver the transport vehicle about the logistics yard so that the driver can use the information displayed on the portable communications device to assist with maneuvering the transport vehicle. Related methods are also described.

CARGO ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY
20220371520 · 2022-11-24 ·

An attachment assembly for storage and organization of light cargo including a first article having an open surface or a vertical panel, a semi-rigid elongate strip having a series of equally spaced apart aperture slots that may be pivotable about a live hinge, fastener(s) with an configured for releasable coupling with at least one of the plurality of apertures and an opposing end is configured for connection to a second article, and a releasable couplable stay member so as to hold the article against the first article.

REMOVABLE GRAB HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE
20220212586 · 2022-07-07 ·

According to some embodiments, an assembly configured to be removably secured to an exposed structural component of a vehicle (e.g., a rollbar) comprises a cover assembly configured to secure to the exposed structural component of the vehicle, a hand grip configured to pass through at least a portion of the cover assembly and hand below the cover assembly, wherein the hand grip is configured to be grasped by a user, and at least one tool-receiving member configured to secure to the cover assembly.

CAMERA SYSTEM AND ASSISTANCE SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
20220220708 · 2022-07-14 · ·

A camera system for a vehicle comprises a holding device that can be fastened removably to the outside of the vehicle and that comprises an accumulator, a camera that can be fastened removably to the holding device, wherein electrical energy can be transferred to the camera from the accumulator to operate the camera.

Frontloading Enclosure utilizing Both a Primary Magnetic Connection System and a Secondary Constant-tension Resistance System.
20220289095 · 2022-09-15 ·

A frontloading serviceable enclosure using both a primary magnetics-based connection system backed up by a secondary connection system utilizing a Constant-tension spring-like resistance Subsystem whereby resistance system provides a mechanism that when the primary magnetic connection system is dislodged and disrupts the primary connection of the magnetic system, the secondary constant-tension resistance subsystem provides the necessary mechanism which maintains and/or repositions the dislodged front modules from the enclosure whereby the primary magnetic system is re-engaged between the front loaded module and the enclosure.

The secondary constant-tension resistance subsystem provides the necessary backup connection system, and more importantly, it is designed to re-engage the primary magnetic connection when the magnetic holding system is dislodged for any reasons

Large vehicle backup camera apparatus
11272144 · 2022-03-08 ·

A large vehicle backup camera apparatus for assisting tractor trailer and RV drivers while backing up includes a camera and at least one wide-angle light coupled to the camera housing. A transmitter coupled within the camera housing transmits video from the camera to a personal electronic device. A ferrous plate is coupled within the camera housing adjacent a housing back side of the camera housing. A mounting bracket has a magnet coupled there within. The magnet is selectively engageable with the ferrous plate to selectively engage a trailer rear of a tractor-trailer or long-towed RV that use and operate a 5th wheel mechanism, a gooseneck hitch, or any other hitch prone to sharp turning or jackknifing during reverse when towing.

PORTABLE DASH POUCH
20220073006 · 2022-03-10 ·

A dashboard pouch is provided. The dashboard pouch ensemble includes a base tray, configured to be detachably attached to an external surface, and a document pouch, configured to be inserted into a cavity of the base tray. The base tray includes a first cover, comprising a first end hingedly connected to a first side panel of the base tray, and a second end including one or more first fastening devices, and a second cover comprising a first end connected to the first side panel of the document pouch, and a second end connected to a second side panel of the base tray, and the second cover is configured to form a cavity with a base panel, side panels, and a rear panel of the base tray, wherein the second side panel includes one or more second fastening devices.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOVING AND ALIGNING TANDEM AXLE LOCK PINS ON A SEMI-TRAILER
20210329199 · 2021-10-21 ·

A system and method for moving and aligning tandem axle lock pins on a semi-trailer, having a viewer and a remote receiver that are placeable in communication with each other. The viewer is attachable to a trailer so that a camera on the viewer can be positioned such that the trailer slide rail and tandem axle slider frame of a trailer are within the field of vision. The remote receiver may be a smartphone which can access data from the camera so that the user can from a remote location, such as a cab of a tractor, determine the alignment and orientation of the trailer slide rail and the tandem axle slider frame.