СИСТЕМА ОСВЕЩЕНИЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА С ПОДСВЕЧИВАЕМЫМ БАГАЖНИКОМ НА КРЫШЕ

Группа изобретений относится к системам освещения транспортного средства. Подсвечиваемый багажник на крыше транспортного средства содержит источник света, боковую балку, фотолюминесцентную структуру и металлизированный слой. Боковая балка содержит светопроницаемую часть. Фотолюминесцентная структура присоединена к светопроницаемой части и выполнена с возможностью люминесцировать в ответ на световое возбуждение источником света. Металлизированный слой расположен между фотолюминесцентной структурой и светопроницаемой частью. Достигается повышение качества создаваемой подсветки, возникающей за счет использования фотолюминесцентных структур. 3 н. и 14 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

ДЕРЖАТЕЛЬ РЕЙЛИНГА КРЫШИ, А ТАКЖЕ СИСТЕМА РЕЙЛИНГА КРЫШИ И ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО, ИМЕЮЩЕЕ СИСТЕМУ РЕЙЛИНГА КРЫШИ

Группа изобретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. Держатель рейлинга крыши содержит адаптерный элемент, который имеет крепежные устройство и приспособление. Крепежное устройство имеет снабженный резьбой пальцевый элемент, который окружен сжимаемым уплотнительным кольцом. Для пальцевого элемента предусмотрен опорный элемент, который с одной стороны прилегает к адаптерному элементу, а с другой стороны имеет одну накладываемую на крышу опорную поверхность. Толщина несжатого уплотнительного кольца больше, чем опорная длина опорного элемента. Опорная длина соответствует толщине опорного элемента. Уплотнительное кольцо расположено в углублении адаптерного элемента. Глубина углубления имеет такой же размер, как и опорная длина опорного элемента. Система рейлинга крыши содержит упомянутый держатель рейлинга крыши и рейлинг крыши, который посредством крепежного приспособления закреплен на адаптерном элементе. Транспортное средство содержит упомянутую систему рейлинга крыши. Достигается ...

КОРЗИНА БАГАЖНИКА АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Полезная модель относится к автомобильному транспорту, в частности к разборным багажникам для крыши автомобиля, состоящим из двух балок и набора перекладин. Техническим результатом является повышение надежности использования корзины багажника автомобиля, возможность сборки багажника пользователем на месте при компактности багажника в разобранном состоянии, что повышает комфортность при транспортировке и удобство при сборке.Технический результат достигается за счет того, что корзина багажника автомобиля, содержащая балки с Т-образными направляющими пазами, набор перекладин и шурупы, отличающийся тем, что балки выполнены в виде аэродинамических профилей, образующих прямоугольный каркас, в котором аэродинамические профили болтовыми соединениями прикреплены к угловым кронштейнам, сверху угловых кронштейнов установлены пластиковые накладки, которые прикреплены к ним винтовыми крепежными изделиями в виде стержня с головкой и наружной резьбой, с внутренней боковой стороны в противоположенных аэродинамических ...

УПОР БАГАЖНИКА ДЛЯ КРЫШИ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Полезная модель относится к багажникам для крепления на крыше автомобиля, а более конкретно к их составной части - упору для багажника [B60R9/045]. Технический результат заключается в повышении надежности крепления поперечины багажника к упору. Технический результат заявленной полезной модели достигается за счет того, что заявлен упор багажника для крыши автомобиля, содержащий кронштейн со сквозным отверстием для болта с гайкой, при этом кронштейн состоит из двух блоков - малого и большого, при этом малый блок расположен в проеме между боковыми стенками большого блока, таким образом, что верхние площадки блоков расположены в одной плоскости, на нижнем окончании большого блока выполнен загиб в сторону малого блока, на верхних площадках блоков расположены продолговатые профильные крепежные элементы, в которых выполнены отверстия, таким образом, что продольные оси отверстий наклонены друг к другу, при этом в большом блоке отверстие выполнено сквозным для крепежного болта, а в отверстии крепежного ...

БОКС ЖИЛОЙ НА КРЫШУ ЛЕГКОВОГО АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Бокс жилой на крышу легкового автомобиля, состоящий из корпуса, имитирующего верхнюю часть автомобиля или фюзеляжа самолета. Бокс (вариант 1) сборно-разборный, состоит из отдельных листов пластика, закрепленных на каркасе. Бокс (вариант 2) состоит из верхней части утилизированного автомобиля, установленной на фанерном листе.Полезная модель относится к автомобилестроению, а именно к съемным багажникам, закрепленным на крыше автомобиля, которые могут служить в качестве жилого бокса.Из существующего уровня техники известен автобокс на крышу автомобиля. Подробнее:http://bagazniki-avtoboxv.ru/products/avtoboks-satum-220-saturn-220-chernyi-matovyiНедостаток автобокса: не предназначен для размещения людей.Известны автопалатки на крышу автомобиля. Подробнее:http://www.росавтотуризм.рф/каталог/автопалатки/Недостаток данных технических решений: не обеспечивают безопасность ночлега (спящий человек может упасть с крыши, ткань палатки легко протыкается злоумышленниками).Наиболее близким техническим ...

КРОНШТЕЙН ДЛЯ УСТРОЙСТВА КРЕПЛЕНИЯ ЗАДНЕЙ ОПОРЫ ЛОЖЕМЕНТА БАГАЖНИКА АВТОМОБИЛЯ

... 1. Кронштейн для устройства крепления задней опоры ложемента багажника автомобиля, выполненный W-образной формы в продольном сечении относительно своих боковых сторон и включающий нижний участок, предназначенный для соединения посредством регулируемых разъемных соединений с боковиной кузова, и верхний участок, предназначенный для соединения через слой вспененного полимерного материала с панелью крыши кузова автомобиля в месте крепления задней опоры ложемента багажника, отличающийся тем, что в продольном сечении кронштейна его нижний, верхний участки и соединенные с ними через промежуточные угловые переходы два соответствующих внутренних участка, соединенных между собой центральным угловым переходом, выполнены прямолинейными, а в каждом из промежуточных угловых переходов выполнены выступающие внутрь их и поперечно расположенные к ним с заходом на сопряженные ими участки штампованные ребра жесткости в форме близкой к ромбовидной на виде в плане, причем для соединения с боковиной кузова в ...

УПОР БАГАЖНИКА НА КРЫШУ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Полезная модель относится к багажникам для крепления на крыше транспортных средств, в частности автомобилей, а более конкретно к их составной части - упору для багажника. Техническим результатом является повышение надежности и жесткости крепления декоративно-защитной панели на кронштейне. Упор багажника на крышу автомобиля содержит опорную платформу, на которой закреплен кронштейн, на котором зафиксирован крепежный крюк при помощи крепежного болта и крепежной гайки во внутреннем пространстве кронштейна. Внутреннее пространство кронштейна закрыто с наружной стороны кронштейна декоративно-защитной панелью при помощи крепежных планок. Во внутреннем пространстве кронштейна расположено двухуровневое крепежное отверстие для крепежного болта и крепежной гайки, фиксирующее крепежную гайку в неподвижном состоянии. Горизонтальные и вертикальные ребра жесткости расположены во внутреннем пространстве кронштейна. Декоративно-защитная панель зафиксирована на кронштейне при помощи двух нижних вертикальных ...

Lasttragender Stab für einen Fahrzeuggepäckträger

Roof rail for motor vehicle has light and/or cap in rail foot removable from outside and access to attachment device is given with light and/or cap removed

The device (1) has rail feet (2,3) for attachment to the vehicle roof by a reversible attachment device connected to at least one rail bar and an electric light (14). At least one rail foot is fitted with the electric light, which closes an opening in the rail foot and/or that has a cap that is at least partly transparent. The light and/or the cap is removable from the outside and access to the attachment device is given with the light and/or cap removed.

Dach-Trägersystem für ein Kraftfahrzeug

Autodachreling mit eingebautem Blinklicht

Kunststoff-Fahrzeugdach zur Aufnahme eines Lasttragaufbaus

Kraftfahrzeugbauteil

Kraftfahrzeugbauteil, umfassend ein metallisches Profilelement (10) mit einem vorderen Profilendbereiche (11), mit einem hinteren Profilendbereich (12) und einem sich zwischen den Profilendbereichen (11, 12) erstreckenden mittleren Profilbereich (13) und umfassend ein Beleuchtungselement (30) zur Erzielung eines in Profillängsrichtung abstrahlenden Lichtstreifens, wobei das Profilelement (10) einen in Profillängsrichtung verlaufenden Kanal (15) besitzt, in welchem das Beleuchtungselements (30) gehalten wird, wobei der Kanal (15) eine von außen zugängliche, in Profillängsrichtung verlaufende Öffnung (16) besitzt, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Kanal (15) mit dem Beleuchtungselement (30) verdeckt hinter einer Außenseite (14) des Profilelements (10) angeordnet ist, dass sich gegenüber der Öffnung (16) des Kanals (15) eine Reflexionsfläche (18, 18') am Profilelements (10) befindet, wobei die Reflexionsfläche (18, 18') so – schräg ausgerichtet ist, dass die vom Beleuchtungselements (30) ausgesandten ...

Tragteil

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Tragteil (112), das einen Kunststoffkörper (102, 204, 310) aufweist, wobei der Kunststoffkörper (102, 204, 310) mindestens einen Hohlraum (104, 206, 312) aufweist und durch ein Wasserinnendruck-Spritzverfahren hergestellt ist. Ferner betrifft die Erfindung eine entsprechende Dachreling für ein Kraftfahrzeug.

Mehrzweck-Autodachgepäckträger

Dachaufsatz für ein Kraftfahrzeug und Verfahren zu seiner Herstellung

Ein Dachaufsatz für ein Kraftfahrzeug mit einem Außenbauteil (6) aus einem Kunststoff zeichnet sich durch ein Innenbauteil (10) aus einem Kunststoff aus, wobei zwischen dem Innenbauteil (10) und dem Außenbauteil (6) eine Halteplatte (14) aus Metall angeordnet ist.

Befestigungssystem

Befestigungssystem zum Befestigen eines Dachaufbaus an zwei sich gegenüberliegenden Relings (1) eines Kraftfahrzeugs mit genau einer vorderen Klemmbacke (5) und einer hinteren Klemmbacke (7) pro Reling, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Befestigungssystem genau zwei Klemmplatten (3) aufweist, durch die jeweils die vordere Klemmbacke (5) und die hintere Klemmbacke (7) miteinander verbindbar sind, wobei die vorderen Klemmbacken (5) und die hinteren Klemmbacken (7) und die Klemmplatten (3) so ausgestaltet sind, dass eine Reling (1) zwischen einer vorderen Klemmbacke (5) und einer hinteren Klemmbacke (7) einerseits und einer Klemmplatte (3) andererseits einklemmbar ist, wobei der Dachaufbau an den vorderen Klemmbacken (5) und den hinteren Klemmbacken (7) befestigbar ist.

Fahrzeug

Ein Fahrzeug (10) mit einem Fahrzeugdach (12) ist dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß dachseits aus-/einfahrbare Befestigungseinheiten (20; 30) vorhanden sind mit Anschlußeinheiten zum lösbaren Befestigen von Tragprofilelementen (14).

Dachreling für Fahrzeuge

Roof rail for vehicle

Each insertion plug (5) for the vehicle roof rail has an annular body (17) which clips onto the plug centre section and almost completely encloses it. The annular body has a springy strap (18) extending in the longitudinal direction of the rail rod. The free end region of the strap has a cam (6) for engagement in a wall opening (7). The plug is formed with a radial groove for the annular body (19) and an axial groove for the strap (18). The annular body is U-shaped with diverging shanks supported in the radial groove.

Transportbehaelter fuer im Vermessungswesen eingesetzte Gegenstaende

Roof rack assembly

Bicycle carrier for a vehicle

Vehicle roof rail attachment

A roof rail for a vehicle comprises a strut supported between at least two supporting feet (2) which have fastening devices which fasten the feet to a non-removable bearing structure (5) on the vehicle, such as a roof channel bottom, roof frame member, cross carrier or the like. The fastening device comprises a bolt (7) which is located on the supporting foot and which passes through a hole (8) in the bearing structure. The bolt is held in place by means of at least one spring element (10) which locates in a radial groove (9) located on the bolt. The spring elements are pushed out of the way of the bolt upon insertion by the rounded profile of the end of the bolt, before snap fitting back in place when they become aligned with the radial groove. The spring elements are intended to replace bolts on the under side of the bearing structure which have to be attached before the roof lining can be put in place.

Roof rack assembly

A roof rack assembly for a vehicle having a roll-bar 14 is provided. The assembly comprises a support frame 18,19 and attachment means 2a, b. The attachment means are adapted to removably secure the support frame to the roll-bar using clamps 2a, 2b. The arms 18a, 18b and 19 may be extendible. The frame may be used to secure a bicycle or surfboard.

A STOWING ARRANGEMENT FOR A COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PARTICULARLY A FIRE-FIGHTING VEHICLE

Carrier assembly for a motorized vehicle

LOAD-CARRYING SUPPORT

Vehicle luggage carrying system

Improvements relating to vehicle cabs

Secured to the body of a vehicle cab generally parallel to one side of the windscreen is a rail 9 which provides a firm handhold which a person standing on a lower part of the cab can hold with one hand whilst cleaning the windscreen with the other hand. The rail is spaced from the surface of the body to enable it to be gripped readily by a gloved hand, and its cross-section for at least part of its length is shaped so as to reduce the level of noise which the rail causes when the vehicle to which the cab is fitted is in motion. An extension 19 may be provided at the top of the rail which extends above a door of the cab and provides a further handhold. In addition there may be one or more transverse rails 20 extending between the extension 19 and the extension of a similar rail at the opposite side of the windscreen. The extensions and transverse rail or rails may form at least part of a luggage rack over the roof of the cab. ...

BEFESTIGUNG EINER DACHRELING

LUGGAGE RACK SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE AS WELL AS PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF THE LUGGAGE RACK SYSTEM AND VEHICLE WITH A LUGGAGE RACK SYSTEM

PROCEDURE FOR THE SURFACE PROCESSING OF LUGGAGE RACKS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES AS WELL AS LUGGAGE RACKS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

DACHTRAGER FUR KRAFTFAHRZEUGE

VEHICLE LOAD CARRIER

GEPAECKSTRAEGER

FIXING CLIP FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF VEHICLE RACKS

PROFILE PARTIAL ARRANGEMENT FOR THE CARRIER OF A MOTOR VEHICLE.

DACHTRAGER FUR OF MOTOR VEHICLES

ROOF RAILING FOR VEHICLES

DEVICE TO THE SHOP OF A WHEELCHAIR FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

Roof Rack with Internal Channel

The present invention relates to a demountable roof platform for a vehicle comprising a peripheral frame formed from a front component, a rear component and a pair of side components and at least one body component arranged to form a platform body, wherein at least one of the components is adapted to receive an electrical cable therein. 16,1l2b 12b ...

Assemblies for supporting a load relative to a roof of a vehicle

Abstract Assemblies for supporting a load relative to a roof of a vehicle, and vehicle roof tray assemblies are disclosed. Disclosed assemblies include an elongate member and an engaging mechanism. The elongate member defines a support surface for supporting the load, and has a pair of opposed, diverging retention surfaces extending away from the support surface. The engaging mechanism is configured to abut the retention surfaces to engage the elongate member. A slat for a vehicle roof tray is also disclosed. Figure i Figure 1 ...

Gas Cylinder Bracket

The present invention provides a storage apparatus to attach a gas cylinder to a horizontal or vertical surface. The invention comprises a mounting member attachable in two planes to a fixed surface and a confining member attachable at the ends to the mounting member. The confining member is both lockable and adjustable, also reversible.

LOAD CARRIER SUPPORT

Resilient infill

The invention relates to a resilient infill for positioning in a channel in a crossbar of a roof rack or load carrier. The infill comprises a flexible upper portion and a base comprising a bottom. A pair of flexible, opposing side walls extend from the bottom and curve upwardly and outwardly to meet with outer edges of the flexible upper portion. The width of the upper portion is greater than the width of the bottom and the infill has a substantially hollow interior. The infill is compressible and makes minimal wind noise when positioned in the crossbar of a roof rack located on a moving vehicle.

VEHICLE ARTICLE CARRIER

VEHICLE ARTICLE CARRIER An article carrier mounted on a generally flat exterior surface of an automotive vehicle and consisting of a plurality of spaced parallel slat assemblies which are fabricated, for example, of roll-formed sheet metal and are provided with fastening elements, such as tie-down members, having a body that is located at least in part within the interior of the slats; the slats being formed with openings which provide access to the fastening elements in order that containers, ropes, straps, or similar article securing devices may be cooperable with the elements in securing articles to the article carrier.

VEHICLE ARTICLE CARRIER

There is disclosed herein an article carrier comprising an article supporting panel member which is adapted to be secured to a portion of a motor vehicle and having means provided thereon for securing a rack member enclosing a perimeter area thereof. Additionally, a second panel member may also be provided between the article supporting panel member and vehicle portion to aid in dispersing the article load over a greater surface area of the vehicle.

LUGGAGE RACK WITH SUSPENDED CROSS RAIL

A cross rail for forming a load-bearing rack of a luggage carrier. The cross rail includes couplings mounted to the ends of the cross rail to secure the rail to the frame of the luggage carrier. Each coupling includes an inwardly extending portion which is received within the end of the cross rail, a lower U-shaped edge, and a straight upper edge. The lower edge of the coupling aligns with the cross rail so as to minimize turbulence and wind resistance. Similarly, the upper edge of the coupling aligns with the top of the side rail to minimize resistance. The coupling is secured to the cross rail and to the side rail by screws.

CAR TOP CARRIER

CAR TOP CARRIER A universal car top carrier is supported upon a pair of spaced apart full length resilient mounting pads. The mounting pads are internally supported by a spring bar to accommodate flexing and produce an even distribution of pressure along the length of the mounting pad. The mounting pads are triangular in cross-section to define three elongated faces each face being differently contoured and selectable to obtain a mating conformance with the supporting roof line or corner. Different width roofs are accommodated by a pair of width adjustable telescoping tubing/support attached to the mounting pads through castings. A cam lock buckle at each casting releasably secures the strap of a gutter hook to lock the car top carrier to the car roof.

AUTOMOBILE TOP LUGGAGE RACK

ARTICLE CARRIER FOR AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES

An article carrier is mounted on an exterior automobile body surface. The carrier utilizes special decorative slats for supporting the weight of luggage or the like and also as a means for mounting cross bars. ski racks or tie-down members and similar article securing devices on the automobile body. The devices mounted on the slats are easily removed, interchanged or adjusted in position on the slats in accordance with the needs of the user.

CAR RACK

ADAPTOR FOR MOUNTING A CARGO CARRIER TO A VEHICLE

... the present invention relates to an adaptor for mounting a cargo carrier to a vehicle surface, comprising a mounting element configured to enable a cargo carrier to be mounted thereto, a foot configured to engage with the vehicle surface, and a leg extending between the mounting element and the foot, wherein a length of the leg is adjustable.

REDUCED FOOTPRINT VACUUM MOUNTED CARRIERS FOR VEHICLES

A vacuum-based carrier system for a vehicle having a pair of vacuum devices shaped and sized to mate and secure to a recreational article. Each vacuum device includes a pad shaped and sized to detachably seat with a vehicle to form a vacuum cavity. The vacuum device includes a plunger attached to the pad and in fluid communication with the vacuum cavity, and an indicator positioned on the plunger to indicate the level of vacuum pressure within the vacuum cavity. The system includes a mount to secure an article to the vehicle and support bars attached to the mount wherein one or more support bars contains a break and fold assembly configured to allow folding. A race ready embodiment with reduced footprint is also provided.

CORPORATE ROOF RACK

Cargo rack systems are described. The systems include side rails that are easily attached to support members mounted on a vehicle's roof portion. The side rails include an opening such as a channel portion formed on a top surface thereof. One or more fastening members are then employed to secure the side rails to the stanchions. The cross rails are easily attached to the side rails in any number of configurations. The cross rails are fastened to a stanchion with one or more fastening members, wherein the stanchion fits over the cross rail, with the stanchion being fastened to the side rail with a clamp member that is fastened to the stanchion by one or more fastening members. In this manner, any number of different combinations and different types of cargo rack systems may be easily attached to the vehicle's roof portion.

ROOF RACK SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

SUPPORT PAD FOR A LOAD CARRIER

A support pad (100) for a vehicle roof load support system is disclosed where the support pad (100) includes a base layer (110), a contact layer (130) for contacting a load disposed on the support pad (100), and ribs (140) extending between the base layer and the contact layer (130) such that the contact layer (130) is spaced from the base layer (110). The support pad is configured to flex in multiple directions to support the load disposed on the support pad (100).

SUPPORT PAD FOR A LOAD CARRIER

A support pad (100) for a vehicle roof load support system is disclosed where the support pad (100) includes a base layer (110), a contact layer (130) for contacting a load disposed on the support pad (100), and ribs (140) extending between the base layer and the contact layer (130) such that the contact layer (130) is spaced from the base layer (110). The support pad is configured to flex in multiple directions to support the load disposed on the support pad (100).

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK AND VEHCILE WITH THE SAME

The present disclosure provides a roof luggage rack for a vehicle. The roof luggage rack includes a luggage rack body defining a mounting hole; a fastener fixing the luggage rack body on a roof of the vehicle; and a mounting cover engaged in the mounting hole to seal the luggage rack body.

ROOF RACK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE, MOTOR VEHICLE WITH A ROOF RACK, AND A METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A ROOF RACK

The invention relates to a roof rail for a motor vehicle, comprising at least one rack bar extending along the roof of the motor vehicle. According to the invention, the rack bar (3) is a longitudinally divided rack bar (3) and is composed of a plurality of individual bars (6, 7) fixedly connected to each other. The invention also relates to a motor vehicle having a roof rail and a method for producing the roof rail.

ROOF RAIL RETAINER, ROOF RAIL ASSEMBLY, AND VEHICLE HAVING THE ROOF RAIL ASSEMBLY

The invention relates to a roof rail retainer (3) with an adapter component (5), which has a fastening apparatus (10) for mounting on a roof (48) of a vehicle and a fastening device (8) for mounting a roof rail (1) of the vehicle. According to the invention, the fastening apparatus (10) has a bolt element (4) which is preferably provided with a thread (16, 17) and is surrounded by a compressible sealing ring (12), wherein at least one supporting element (18) is associated with the bolt element (4) and on the one hand lies in contact with the adapter component (5) or is connected to the adapter component (5), and on the other hand has at least one supporting surface (66) which can be placed onto the roof (48) of the vehicle and wherein - as viewed in the axial direction of the bolt element (4) - the thickness (47) of the uncompressed sealing ring (12) is greater than the supporting length (45) of the supporting element (18). The invention further relates to a roof rail assembly and a vehicle ...

A LOAD CARRIER FOOT AND A LOAD CARRYING ROOF RACK FOR A VEHICLE COMPRISING A LOAD CARRIER FOOT

A load carrier foot (21, 22), and a load carrying roof rack (20) for a vehicle having at least one such load carrier foot (21, 22). The load carrier foot has a lock arrangement (40) for locking a load carrying bar (23) to the load carrier foot comprising a wedge member (43), a tensioning member (41 ). The wedge member (43) is adapted to cooperate with the tensioning member (41 ) so that upon operation of the tensioning member (41 ). A clamping member is further arranged in working cooperation with the tensioning member (41 ). The present invention provides for a load carrying foot (21, 22) having a lock arrangement (40) which requires little space inside of the load carrying bar (23) to lock the load carrying bar (23) to the load carrying foot (21, 22), it permits the load carrier foot to be attached to the load carrying bar in a plurality of positions and it enables the load carrying bar to be attached to the load carrying foot while at the same time attach to the vehicle using the same ...

LADDER RACK SYSTEM

A ladder rack includes: a frame assembly mountable on a vehicle, the frame assembly having at least two cross bows each including a principal length extending between opposite first and second ends; a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first ends of each cross bow, each pivot bracket adapted to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket being pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position; a stationary bracket disposed on each cross bow intermediate the first and second ends thereof, each stationary bracket adapted to abut another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position; a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; and a manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or a pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position.

FIXING BOARD FOR USE IN ATTRACTION-FASTENING TYPE FREIGHT CARRYING DEVICE

A fixing board for an attraction-fastening type freight carrying device to be mounted on the roof of a motor vehicle. The fixing board is composed of a magnetic attraction force contact plate, a film-like suction-cup, and a releasing handle The magnetic attraction force contact plate has a three-layer structure comprising a soft magnet plate, an iron plate and smooth thin-film sheet coated on the iron plate. The iron plate has a plurality of grooves radially extending, which are elongated dead-end grooves. Further, the magnetic attraction force contact plate has a throughhole into which a substantially cylindrical extending from the suction film is inserted so as to make an air hole. This air hole takes the closed state when the freight carrying device is installed on the vehicle roof, and takes the open state when being removed therefrom. The film-like suction-cup is formed throughout the circumference of the magnetic attraction force contact plate.

Porte-bagages amovible.

Portabagagli da applicare in modo amovibile sul tetto delle automobili.

Dachgepäckträger für Kraftfahrzeuge

Dachanordnung für Kraftfahrzeuge

Eine gewölbte Ladefläche aufweisender Aufsatz für Kraftfahrzeugdächer

Automobilgepäckträger

Abstützanordnung für Gepäckträger

remote sensing emergency monitoring vehicle of an unmanned aerial vehicle

CONVEY TEAM Of a HIGHER GUIDE RAIL OF SLIDING SIDE DOOR

Fixing device.

TOGETHER OF ASSEMBLY Of a LONGITUDINAL BAR OF ROOF ON a ROOF Of a VEHICULEAUTOMOBILE

BAR ROOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

Pavillon en materiau composite pour vehicule automobile

Pavillon en materiau composite pour vehicule automobile se fixant rigidement sur la carrosserie du vehicule, caracterise par le fait qu'il comporte, de chaque cote, des saillies 14 formees par la masse en composite et servant de galerie.

IN COMPOSITE ROOF FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

adaptable Carry-luggage on the roof of very sedan

SLIDES FOR VEHICLE

AN APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING A ROOF BAR

Vehicle roof rack

La présente invention concerne un dispositif porte-bagages de toit de véhicule automobile. Le dispositif est caractérisé en ce que les deux barres porte-bagages (1) de celui-ci sont fixées amoviblement, en une position inactive escamotée, respectivement dans deux gorges latérales (3) du pavillon (2) du véhicule par des moyens de fixation (5, 7, V, 9) agencés également pour fixer les barres porte-bagages (1) à leur position active d'utilisation transversale au véhicule. L'invention trouve application dans le domaine de l'automobile.

A FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING TWO ELEMENTS FORMING BETWEEN THEM AN OBTUSE ANGLE

Body shell for e.g. four-door sedan, has roof including upper cross-piece whose ends are integrated to lateral sides, and roof panel placed in upper part of vehicle, where cross-piece forms roof panel supporting unit

L'invention concerne une caisse de véhicule automobile comportant des côtés d'habitacle reliés en partie supérieure par un toit et en partie inférieure par un plancher, le toit comprenant au moins une traverse dont les extrémités sont montées solidaires des côtés latéraux. La caisse se caractérise essentiellement la présence d'une plateforme de chargement disposée en partie supérieure du véhicule, la traverse formant un moyen de support de la plateforme. L'invention concerne aussi un véhicule automobile transformable en véhicule découvrable au moyen d'un toit ouvrant formant un moyen de chargement d'objets.

GALLERY OF ROOF FOR VEHICLES

Sur le toit (1) d'un véhicule est disposée une galerie de toit constituée d'un longeron (5) et de pieds d'appui (6, 7). Les pieds d'appui (6, 7) s'engagent dans une gouttière de toit (2), fermée pour le reste par une baguette de couverture (3) et sont reliés sur leur face inférieure à des adaptateurs (8). La liaison entre les adaptateurs (8) et le toit (1) du véhicule s'effectue au moyen de boulons filetés (12) qui sont fixés par une partie filetée (14) aux adaptateurs (8) et par une deuxième partie filetée (16), au toit (1) du véhicule, par utilisation d'écrous taraudés. Chaque pied d'appui (6, 7) est relié de manière non permanente à l'adaptateur (8) correspondant, un goujon (17) étant vissé par sa tige filetée (21) dans le pied d'appui (6, 7). La tête (18) du goujon se trouve dans ce cas dans l'adaptateur (8) et présente une rainure annulaire (23) dans laquelle s'engage à une extrémité un boulon fileté (22) orienté transversalement au goujon (17), en vue du blocage axial.

REMBARDE OF GALLERY OF ROOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

AN ARTICLE CARRIER FOR A LOW PROFILE VEHICLE WITH TRANSVERSE BARS WHICH ARE TILTABLE IN PLACE.

Roof for motor vehicle, has longitudinal rail molded in roof structure to receive bars of transversal roof that is utilized for transporting cumbersome objects, where rail is equipped with sealing joints

Ce toit (10) de véhicule automobile comporte une structure de toit (12), susceptible de recevoir un panneau de toit (14), et des rails longitudinaux (18), destinés à recevoir des barres de toit transversales. Les rails longitudinaux (18) sont agencés dans la structure de toit (12) de manière à assurer sa rigidité.

Plaque de recouvrement de toit de véhicule automobile.

Ce surtoit pour véhicule automobile est constitué par une plaque (3) en matière synthétique, sensiblement rectangulaire, et conformée de manière à épouser parfaitement le toit du véhicule (2), des moyens (5, 15) étant prévus pour permettre sa fixation au toit du véhicule, et d'autres moyens étant prévus pour faciliter l'amarrage et le maintien des objets à transporter sur ce surtoit.

ROOF RACK FOR VEHICLE

Disclosed is a roof rack for a vehicle, which allows improvement in the aesthetic appearance thereof by not exposing a pad to the outside after assembly and has a simplified assembly structure while using an overall lightweight material. According to one embodiment of the present invention, provided is the roof rack for a vehicle, comprising: a roof rail unit formed by injection molding; and a pad unit which is assembled via the open lower part of the roof rail unit and is structured so as not to be exposed to the outside when mounted on the roof of the vehicle. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

ROOF RACK FOR VEHICLE

The present invention discloses a roof rack for a vehicle which uses a lightweight material to be able to improve fuel efficiency and weight lightening. In addition, a number of parts and processes are simplified such that assemblability and productivity are enhanced, a design freedom is excellent, and production costs and processes can be reduced. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the roof rack for a vehicle comprises: a roof rail portion injected to be formed; a pad portion secured with the roof rail portion and contacting and coupled to the roof rail portion; and a mounting fastening member insert-injected out from the roof rail portion and protruded and coupled to the roof rail portion through a lower portion of the roof rail portion. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

ROOF BAG HAVING EXPANDABLE EXTENSION UNIT AND LUGGAGE FIXING BAR

The present invention relates to a roof bag for a vehicle, having a bar-shaped luggage fixing bar protruding from at least one side to a side surface and having an expandable extension unit formed on both sides of the bag. Therefore, the present invention enables bar-shaped luggage such as skis or snowboards to be selectively and easily fixated to and loaded in the vehicle as necessary. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

Roof-lack and Car comprising the same

ROOF RACK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A ROOF RACK

The invention relates to a roof rack (1) for motor vehicles, comprising at least one rack bar (2) and at least one supporting element (3, 4, 5, 6) associated with said bar (2), the rack bar (2) and the supporting element (3, 4, 5, 6) being embodied as separate components. According to the invention, both the rack bar (2) and the supporting element (3, 4, 5, 6) are designed as extruded components. The invention also relates to a corresponding method.

Roof rail/roof module

A roof component adapted to be secured to a vehicle body which includes a pair of roof rails secured to a roof module such that the roof component forms a single piece component. The roof module, in one embodiment, includes a openings for receiving therethrough each outermost end of each roof rail. The outermost ends are secured to separate body pillars of the vehicle body. The roof rail is secured by welding, adhesives or by threaded fasteners to the roof module. The roof component thus forms a modular component of the vehicle and eliminates the need for attaching the roof rail components in a subsequent manufacturing step after the assembly of the vehicle is completed.

CAR TOP RACK

Car top carrier

A universal car top carrier is supported upon a pair of spaced apart full length resilient mounting pads. The mounting pads are internally supported by a spring bar to accommodate flexing and produce an even distribution of pressure along the length of the mounting pad. The mounting pads are triangular in cross-section to define three elongated faces each face being differently contoured and selectable to obtain a mating conformance with the supporting roof line or corner. Different width roofs are accommodated by a pair of width adjustable telescoping tubing/support attached to the mounting pads through castings. A cam lock buckle at each casting releasably secures the strap of a gutter hook to lock the car top carrier to the car roof.

Tie-down bracket for motor vehicle

This disclosure relates to a tie-down bracket for a motor vehicle. The tie-down bracket includes a base portion and a removable portion configured to selectively attach to and detach from the base portion. The removable portion is operable as a flashlight when detached from the base portion. A method is also disclosed.

Устройство крепления дополнительного оборудования на крышу автомобиля

Полезная модель относится к устройствам для фиксации на крыше автомобиля дополнительного оборудования и устройств для перевозки грузов, например, рейлингов или багажников.Устройство крепления состоит из двух пластин, соединенных посредством крепежных элементов. В пластинах выполнены отверстия, предназначенные для прохода сжимающих их крепежных элементов. В качестве крепежных элементов могут быть использованы, например, болты, или винты, или заклепки.Устройство содержит скобу, жестко соединенную с одной из пластин. Скоба может крепиться к пластине неразъёмно, например, сваркой, или быть выполнена за одно целое с указанной пластиной. Скоба может быть жестко соединена с одной из пластин через дополнительную пластину.К верхней отогнутой площадке скобы жестко присоединен приемный элемент, снабженный резьбой. Приемный элемент может быть выполнен с внутренней резьбой (см. фиг. 1, 2, 3) или с наружной резьбой (см. фиг. 4, 5, 6). Приемный элемент, в случае его выполнения с наружной резьбой, может быть выполнен в виде шпильки, или болта, или иного подобного крепежного элемента с наружной резьбой. Приемный элемент может быть жестко закреплен на верхней или нижней стороне верхней отогнутой площадки.В случае выполнения приемного элемента с внутренней резьбой, он может быть выполнен за одно целое с верхней отогнутой площадкой, например, когда скоба выполнена с утолщением верхней отогнутой площадки, в которой может быть выполнено отверстие, снабженное внутренней резьбой, которое будет выполнять функцию приемного элемента (данное частное решение не показано).Технический результат от использования всех существенных признаков устройства заключается в повышении надежности крепления дополнительного оборудования, в том числе рейлингов и багажников, и их дальнейшей эксплуатации за счет создания такой конструкции устройства крепления, которая позволяет устанавливать это оборудование с использованием металлического ребра сварного шва крыши автомобиля и имеет надежный крепежный элемент с ...

Антивандальная опора багажника автомобиля

Полезная модель относится к вспомогательным устройствам, располагаемым снаружи транспортных средств для перевозки грузов, например багажа, а именно к зажимным элементам, предназначенным для установки багажника на крыше автомобиля. Техническим результатом полезной модели является повышение надежности защиты опоры от краж, который достигается за счет того, что заявлена антивандальная опора багажника автомобиля, имеющая корпус с крепежным отверстием для винта, гайку, кит и крышку, отличающаяся тем, что внутри корпуса выполнены отверстия для фиксирующего и регулирующего винтов, снабженных антивандальными шлицами в головках и скользящими гайками, и соединяющие с корпусом кит и трубу, опирающуюся на верхнюю часть корпуса, а в крышке в задней части корпуса смонтирован цилиндрический замок, с ригелем, входящим в зацеп с отверстием, выполненным внутри корпуса. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 206 984 U1 (51) МПК B60R 9/048 (2006.01) B60R 9/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B60R 9/048 (2021.08); B60R 9/00 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020122515, 07.07.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "ПАРУС И К" (RU) Дата регистрации: 05.10.2021 (45) Опубликовано: 05.10.2021 Бюл. № 28 2 0 6 9 8 4 R U (54) АНТИВАНДАЛЬНАЯ ОПОРА БАГАЖНИКА АВТОМОБИЛЯ (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к винта, гайку, кит и крышку, отличающаяся тем, вспомогательным устройствам, располагаемым что внутри корпуса выполнены отверстия для снаружи транспортных средств для перевозки фиксирующего и регулирующего винтов, грузов, например багажа, а именно к зажимным снабженных антивандальными шлицами в элементам, предназначенным для установки головках и скользящими гайками, и соединяющие багажника на крыше автомобиля. Техническим с корпусом кит и трубу, опирающуюся на результатом полезной модели является верхнюю часть корпуса, а в крышке в задней ...

Vehicle boat loading device

An assembly for loading cargo on top of a vehicle includes at least one load bar oriented perpendicular to a pair of crossbars. The load bar is movable between stowed and loading positions in a direction parallel to the direction of vehicle travel. A rear end of the load bar is connected to a roller device for minimizing friction and avoiding contact with the vehicle when cargo is being elevated to the roof of the vehicle.

Vehicle top carriers

Improvements for a carrier configured to be mounted on a roof of a vehicle, including a removable floor cover configured to provide a protective layer on the floor of the carrier and/or to dampen sound produced within the carrier. In some embodiments, the cover may include floor conforming structures such as ribs or apertures, to conform the cover to the floor of the carrier and/or to accommodate mounting structures attached to or integral with the floor of the carrier.

Bicycle fork securing device

A bike rack may include an elongate body having a first end portion and a second end portion, a rear wheel receiver connected to the body adjacent the second end portion, and a fork mount device connected to the body adjacent the first end portion. The fork mount device may include a body and a pair of retractable axle portions configured to move between a retracted position in which the axle portions are substantially contained in the body, and an extended position in which the axle portions extend sufficiently to engage axle holes of a 15QR bicycle fork.

Vehicle Article Carrier With Integrated Camera And Solar Powered Lighting

A vehicle article carrier system is disclosed for carrying articles above an outer body surface of a vehicle. At least one support rail is secured to the outer body surface. The support rail uses a support foot at each of its opposite ends, with each support foot being adapted to be secured to the outer body surface of the vehicle. A solar panel is used for collecting solar energy. A battery is used for storing electrical energy created using the collected solar energy. A light is powered by the battery, with the light forming an integral portion of the support rail. 1. A vehicle article carrier system for carrying articles above an outer body surface of a vehicle , the system comprising:at least one support rail secured to the outer body surface, the support rail including:a support foot at each of its opposite ends, each said support foot being adapted to be secured to the outer body surface of the vehicle;a solar panel for collecting solar energy;a battery for storing electrical energy created using the collected solar energy; anda light configured to be powered by the battery, the light forming an integral portion of the support rail.2. The vehicle article carrier of claim 1 , wherein the solar panel comprises a layer of protective glass and a layer of solar film claim 1 , the layer of protective glass being disposed over the layer of protective film.3. The vehicle article carrier of claim 1 , wherein the battery is disposed in a recess in the support foot.4. The vehicle article carrier of claim 3 , wherein the recess is of dimensions and depth to enable the solar panel to be positioned there such that the solar panel is substantially flush with an outer surface of the support foot and appears as a substantially built-in component of the support rail.5. The vehicle article carrier of claim 1 , further comprising a camera integrated into the support rail.6. The vehicle article carrier system of claim 5 , wherein each of the support feet include a camera ...

UPRIGHT BIKE MOUNT

A bike mount has an elongate body for supporting a bike. A front end of the bike mount may include a pair of hoop structures for gripping the front wheel of a bike. One of the hoop structures may have a ramp for causing rotation of the hoop structure as a bike rolls on to the ramp. One or more clamps are included for fastening the bike mount to one or more crossbars. 1. A bicycle mount for carrying a bicycle on top of a vehicle comprisingan elongate base having a front portion and a back portion,a front clamp device connected to the front portion of the base configured to clamp a first crossbar on top of a vehicle,a first hoop structure connected to the front portion of the base, the first hoop structure being pivotal around a first axis between a stowed position generally parallel to the base, and a use position generally upright for cradling a bicycle wheel,a second hoop structure connected to the front portion of the base, the second hoop structure being pivotal around a second axis between a stowed position generally parallel to the base, and a use position generally upright for cradling a bicycle wheel, the second hoop structure having a ramp member projecting generally upward when the second hoop structure is in the stowed position, and a lever arm projecting downward when the second hoop structure is in the stowed position, the lever arm having a pivot point eccentrically located relative to the second axis,a bolt member having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the bolt member being pivotally connected to the pivot point of the lever arm, the second end portion of the bolt member being threaded and extending through an opening in the base, anda handle having a hole with internal threads engaging the threaded end portion of the bolt member, the bolt member and handle being configured so threads of the bolt are visibly exposed when the ramp rotates forward causing the bolt to move rearward toward the back portion of the base ...

CARGO ACCESSORY MODULAR ADAPTER

A cargo mounting system is shown and described. The cargo mounting system may include a rail having first and second portions and a length, the first portion being opposite the second portion, a first engaging member positioned on the first portion of the rail, and a second engaging member positioned on the second portion of the rail. The cargo mounting system may also include at least one vehicle attaching member selectively attached to and positionable on the second engaging member of the rail, the at least one vehicle attaching member selectively attachable to a vehicle, and at least one accessory mounting member selectively attached to and positionable on at least one of the first and second engaging members, where the at least one accessory mounting member is capable of carrying an item. 1. A cargo mounting system comprising:a rail having first and second portions and a length, the first portion being opposite the second portion;a first engaging member positioned on the first portion of the rail;a second engaging member positioned on the second portion of the rail;at least one vehicle attaching member selectively attached to and positionable on the second engaging member of the rail, the at least one vehicle attaching member selectively attachable to a vehicle; andat least one accessory mounting member selectively attached to and positionable on at least one of the first and second engaging members, wherein the at least one accessory mounting member is capable of carrying an item.2. The cargo mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one vehicle attaching member comprises at least one clamping member configured to engage a roof rail of the vehicle operatively securing the rail to the vehicle.3. The cargo mounting system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one clamping member includes first and second clamping devices selectively attached to and positionable on the second engaging member of the rail.4. The cargo mounting system of claim 3 , further ...

EXTENDABLE ROOF RACK

This invention relates to a flush bar roof rack comprising a pair of legs, each of which includes a housing for holding and supporting a crossbar. The roof rack also includes a crossbar, held and supported at each end by the crossbar housing of each leg, and further includes an extension means for adjusting the length of the roof rack between the legs. 1a pair of legs, each leg comprising a crossbar housing; anda crossbar held and supported at each end by the crossbar housing of each leg;wherein the roof rack comprises an extension means for adjusting the length of the roof rack between the legs;wherein the extension means comprises an extension member having a support with an end face and a contact face; wherein at least one extension arm projects from the contact face of the support, the extension arm having a first surface and a second surface, and being adapted to fit within a cavity in the crossbar; and wherein the end face of the support has a profile that is the same shape and dimensions as the external profile of an end of the crossbar so that both the support and the crossbar can be held within the crossbar housing; an adjustment latch located within a latch housing in an extension arm; and', 'a plurality of latch engagement sockets or slots located on the crossbar and aligned to engage with the adjustment latch; and, 'wherein the roof rack comprises a roof rack extension adjustment and locking mechanism to lock the roof rack in an extended position, the roof rack extension adjustment and locking mechanism includingwherein the latch housing comprises a first portion and a second portion, separated by a partition wall therebetween; the first portion of the latch housing being defined by a rear surface nearest the extension member support, a forward surface nearest the distal end of the extension arm, and two opposing side surfaces; and wherein the second portion of the housing comprises a pair of opposing bearings, and a link retaining means that projects at ...

Extendible vehicle rack arrangement

The present invention relates to an extendable vehicle rack arrangement ( 10 ) comprising a first and a second load carrier foot ( 3, 4 ) and comprising a stationary part ( 12 ) attached to said first and second load carrier foot ( 3, 4 ) and a displaceable part ( 11 ). The stationary part ( 12 ) is pivotally connected to at least one of the load carrier feet ( 3, 4 ). The extendable vehicle rack arrangement ( 10 ) is advantageously an extendable vehicle top rack arrangement. The present invention provides for a solution which effectively reduces or neutralizes the intrinsic forces which can be imparted to an extendable vehicle rack arrangement during or after attachment to a vehicle, thereby providing an easier extension of the displaceable part ( 11 ).

PIVOTING ROOF RACK

A vehicle roof rack for securing objects to the top of a vehicle having cross-bars mounted to the roof of the vehicle, has two pivot bars slidably connected to two load tubes. Each pivot bar is connected to a bracket via a hinge, and bracket is then mounted onto the cross-bars. Each of the load tubes has an interior cavity and the first ends of the pivot bars are slidably inserted within an end of the load tubes, so that the load tubes can be slid between an extended position and a closed position. Each load tube has a first portion with an open profile, and a second portion with a closed profile. In the extended position, the second portion of the load tube abuts the mounting bracket and acts as a stop to keep the load tube from freeing itself from the pivot bar. 1. A rack for securing objects to cross-bars mounted to the roof of a vehicle , the rack comprising:a two pivot bars, each pivot bar having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to a mounting bracket via a hinge, the mounting bracket being adapted for connection to one of the vehicle cross-bars;two load tubes, each load tube having a first end, a second end, wherein the first ends of the pivot bars are slidably inserted within the second end of the load tubes, and wherein each load tube has a first portion with an open profile adjacent the first end of the load tube, and a second portion with a closed profile adjacent the second end of the load tube; anda draw bar connecting the two load tubes to each other at the first end of each load tube;wherein the load tubes are configured to be slid along the pivot tubes between an extended position and a closed position, wherein in the extended position the second portion of the load tube abuts the mounting bracket and wherein in the closed position the pivot tube is disposed almost entirely within the load tube.2. The rack according to claim 1 , further comprising a lock configured for locking each load tube in the extended position ...

TRUCK ROOF RACK

A roof rack that is configured with hinges and lifting shocks that allows the center basket to be lifted while still attached to the frame. Additionally, the roof rack can be used to mount lighting to the vehicle. Embodiments of the roof rack allow the roof of the vehicle to be accessed without removing the rack from the vehicle. 1. A roof rack comprising:a frame configured to be connected to a vehicle roof;a center basket connected to the frame by a first hinge and a second hinge and a first lifting shock and a second lifting shock wherein the first hinge and the second hinge and the first lifting shock and the second lifting shock are configured to allow the center basket to lift up from the frame and still be connected to the frame; anda means for securing the center basket such that the center basket cannot move up from the frame.2. The roof rack of wherein the means for securing the center basket is a threaded knob with a first threaded tab connected to the frame and a second threaded tab connected to the frame wherein the threaded knob is threaded into the first threaded tab and the second threaded tab.3. The roof rack of further comprising a lighting tab used for mounting lights to the frame.4. The roof rack of wherein the frame and the center basket are rounded to match a shape of the vehicle roof.5. The roof rack of wherein the first lifting shock and the second lifting shock are configure to push the center basket up from the frame and hold the center basket in place above the frame.6. The roof rack of wherein the center basket is configure to be removed from the frame while the frame is attached to the vehicle.7. The roof rack of wherein the roof of the vehicle is accessible from a rear of the vehicle when the basket is up from the frame.8. The roof rack of further comprising four attachment plates used to mount the frame to the vehicle.98. The roof rack of wherein the height of the frame is less than inches above the vehicle roof. Priority of U.S. ...

CARRIER MOUNT

A lockable carrier mount including a main body, an actuating mechanism and interference locking member, and a securement member. The actuating mechanism is configurable between locked and released configurations. The actuating mechanism includes rotatable actuator having a blocking portion with at least one protrusion extending radially further from a rotational axis of the actuator than other parts of the blocking portion. The interference locking member is coupled to the main body and has an engagement surface for selectively engaging the blocking portion. The engagement surface can abut the protrusion in the locked configuration to prevent rotation of the actuator relative to the locking member. The securement member is operably coupled to the actuating mechanism and configured to move toward a secured configuration when the actuator is rotated in one direction and move toward a released configuration when the actuator is rotated in an opposite direction. 11020010. A lockable carrier mount () for securing articles to a vehicle's load bar (); the carrier mount () comprising:{'b': '12', 'a main body();'}{'b': 30', '46', '12', '30', '46, 'an actuating mechanism (, ) coupled to and housed at least partially within the main body (), the actuating mechanism (, ) being configurable between locked and released configurations;'}{'b': 30', '46', '30', '34', '110', '30', '34, 'the actuating mechanism (, ) having a rotatable actuator () that includes a blocking portion () having at least one protrusion () that extends radially further from a rotational axis of the actuator () than other parts of the blocking portion ();'}{'b': 94', '12', '108', '109', '34, 'an interference locking member () coupled to the main body () and having an engagement surface (, ) that selectively engages the blocking portion ();'}{'b': 109', '110', '30', '94, 'the engagement surface () engaging one of the protrusions () in a locked configuration and preventing rotation of the actuator () relative to ...

SECURING MECHANISM

The invention relates to a roof box for mounting to a vehicle. The roof box includes a securing mechanism that enables the top section of the box to be secured to the base section of the box via a single locking point and which urges the top section from the base section when the roof box securing mechanism is opened allowing the user access to lift the top section open. 1. A roof box including a base section mountable to a vehicle roof rack and a top section including at least one hinge wherein , the top section is movable relative to the base section for opening and closing the roof box , and wherein the roof box has a securing mechanism including:a. at least one lock assembly that communicates with;b. at least one hinge after;and wherein, when the lock assembly or assemblies are actuated, the hinge lifter or lifters urge the top section from a closed or top secured to the base section configuration to an open or top section lifted relative to the base section configuration.2. The roof box as claimed in where claim 1 , in a closed configuration claim 1 , the securing mechanism secures the top section to the base section.3. The roof box as claimed in or wherein actuation of the lock assembly or assemblies is communicated to the hinge lifter or lifters via movement of one or more link arms.4. The roof box as claimed in wherein rotational movement of the lock assembly is converted to linear movement of the one or more link arms that actuate the hinge lifter or lifters.5. The roof box as claimed in wherein the lock assembly includes a lock housing with:a. a key barrel and corresponding removable key;b. a cut out section in the housing; andc. a linkage between the link arm or arms and the lock housing;wherein at least one link arm includes a protrusion that engages the cut out when the roof box is open thereby preventing rotation of the key barrel and removal of the key when the roof box is an open configuration; andwherein the protrusion disengages the cut out when ...

RETENTION DOCK

A retention dock device may include a body and one or more clamping assemblies, each clamping assembly operable by an actuator and having a cleat with an enlarged head portion configured to clamp the body of the device to a slotted crossbar of a vehicle rack. 1. A clamping device for use on a crossbar of a vehicle rack , the device comprising:a body including a docking surface having a docking interface for connecting the body to a cargo-specific rack accessory, and a mounting surface configured to contact an outer surface of a crossbar, the mounting surface being spaced from and opposite the docking surface;a clamping assembly operatively connected to the body, the clamping assembly including an actuator and a cleat operatively connected to the actuator, the cleat having an elongate stem passing through and depending from the mounting surface, a first arm, and a second arm, each arm extending generally orthogonally from opposite sides of the stem and forming the general shape of an inverted “T”;wherein the stem has a longitudinal axis, and the clamping assembly is configured such that moving the actuator between a first position and a second position causes the cleat simultaneously to rotate on the stem axis and to translate along the stem axis.2. The device of claim 1 , the clamping assembly further including a cam surface operatively connected to the body claim 1 , and a cam follower configured to interface with the cam surface claim 1 , the cam follower pivotally coupled to the stem of the cleat.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cam follower is rotatable about a cam follower axis claim 1 , and the cam follower axis is aligned with the stem axis.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the cam follower is axially coupled to the stem of the cleat by a biasing assembly.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the biasing assembly includes a plurality of Belleville washers stacked along the stem axis adjacent a surface of the cam follower.6. The device of claim 2 , further ...

CONVERTIBLE VEHICLE STORAGE RACK

A convertible roof rack is provided that is generally comprised of a light bar and a roof rack that is spaced from the roof of a vehicle. The roof rack is also rotatably interconnected to a support structure associated with the rear of the vehicle such that it is capable of moving from a first position of use adjacent to the roof to a second position of use away from the roof where the light bar remains interconnected to the vehicle adjacent to the windshield. As such, electrical connections associated with the light bar remain intact when the roof rack is rotated away from the roof. 1. A convertible roof rack adapted for use with a vehicle , comprising:a roof rack adapted to be associated with a vehicle and positioned adjacent to an upper portion of the vehicle, such as a vehicle roof, said roof rack capable of movement from a first position of use adjacent to the vehicle roof to a second position of use away from the vehicle roof;a support structure interconnected to said roof rack and adapted to be interconnected to the vehicle;a ladder interconnected to an edge of said roof rack, said ladder also being interconnected to said support structure such that said ladder travels with said roof rack as it moves from said first position of use to said second position of use.2. The convertible roof rack of claim 1 , wherein said ladder is interconnected to said roof rack by way of a bracket.3. The convertible roof rack of claim 1 , wherein said ladder is not interconnected to the vehicle.4. The convertible roof rack of claim 1 , wherein said ladder is adapted to be interconnected to the vehicle.5. The convertible roof rack of claim 1 , wherein said roof rack includes a front edge claim 1 , a rear edge claim 1 , a left edge claim 1 , and a right edge claim 1 , and said ladder is interconnected to said rear edge.6. The convertible roof rack of claim 1 , wherein said roof rack includes a front edge claim 1 , a rear edge claim 1 , a left edge claim 1 , and a right edge claim ...

Apparatus for accessing and storing objects

The present invention relates to an apparatus for transferring an object from a lower accessible position to a higher storage position, which is particularly useful on vehicles. The present invention also relates to a method of transferring an object from a lower accessible position to a higher storage position.

Remote equipment storage apparatus with a downwardly extendable retrieval position

An apparatus for facilitating the storage of equipment such as ladders in the upper area, but particularly in the upper area on the outside of emergency vehicles such as trucks which includes a capability of moving the ladder to an extended lower deployed position to facilitate immediate access thereto by emergency workers such as firemen. An outer bracket is connected to an inner housing through a parallel linkage with the inner housing attached to the vehicle and the outer bracket attachable to the equipment. The outer bracket includes a downwardly extendable sliding carriage to facilitate positioning of the equipment at a lower level for aiding in retrieval thereof utilizing a flexible control arm. 1. A remote equipment storage apparatus with a downwardly extendable retrieval position particularly usable for storing equipment on an emergency vehicle comprising:A. an inner housing mounted to an emergency vehicle;B. a parallel arm assembly pivotally moveably attached to said inner housing and moveable between a storage position thereadjacent and a deployed position extending outwardly therefrom to a position spatially disposed from said inner housing;C. an outer bracket pivotally moveably attached to said parallel arm assembly at a position spatially disposed from said inner housing, said outer bracket being moveable along with said parallel arm assembly between a storage position adjacent said inner housing and a deployed position spatially disposed therefrom;D. a first slide bar member secured to said outer bracket and extending outwardly therefrom;E. a second slide bar member secured to said outer bracket and extending outwardly therefrom at a position spatially disposed from said first slide bar member; (1) a front panel adapted to receive equipment attached with respect thereto to facilitate movement thereof between the storage position and the deployed position;', '(2) a first side panel extending outwardly from said front panel;', 'a. a longitudinally ...

LADDER RACK SYSTEM

A ladder rack includes: a frame assembly mountable on a vehicle, the frame assembly having at least two cross bows each including a principal length extending between opposite first and second ends; a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first ends of each cross bow, each pivot bracket adapted to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket being pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position; a stationary bracket disposed on each cross bow intermediate the first and second ends thereof, each stationary bracket adapted to abut another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position; a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; and a manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or a pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position. 1. A ladder rack for a vehicle comprising;a frame assembly mountable to the vehicle, and having at least two cross bows extending longitudinally between opposite first and second ends;a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first end of each of the cross bows to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket is pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position;a stationary bracket disposed on each of the cross bows intermediate the first and second ends thereof, wherein each stationary bracket abuts another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position;a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; anda manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or the pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position.2. The vehicle ladder rack according to claim 1 , further comprising a spring interconnecting each of the cross bows and said pivot p claim 1 , wherein the ...

VEHICLE MOUNTING PLATFORM USING EXISTING OPENING

A mounting platform attached to a vehicle through an existing opening. A base portion having a clamp is placed through a brake light assembly opening, after the brake light assembly has been removed, and is securely held to the roof of a vehicle. A platform portion is attached to the base portion. The mounting platform is used to mount accessories such as light bars, emergency lights, antennas, or any other accessory desired to be mounted to the vehicle. The mounting platform may be easily installed and removed from the vehicle without any damage or modification to the vehicle and without drilling any additional holes in the vehicle. 1. A method of attaching a mounting platform onto a vehicle comprising the steps of:removing a fixture from the vehicle forming an opening; andattaching a mounting platform to the vehicle using only the opening formed by removing the fixture,whereby a mounting platform may be attached to the vehicle without drilling any holes.2. A method of attaching a mounting platform onto a vehicle as in wherein: the fixture is a brake light assembly.3. A method of attaching a mounting platform onto a vehicle as in wherein:the mounting platform is mounted on a roof of the vehicle.4. A method of attaching a mounting platform onto a vehicle as in further comprising the step of: mounting an emergency light on the mounting platform.5. A method of attaching a mounting platform onto a vehicle as in further comprising the step of: mounting a window screen on the mounting platform.6. A mounting platform for attachment to a vehicle comprising:a seal placed adjacent the vehicle;a base portion place on the seal;a clamp attached to said base portion and adapted to be inserted into an existing opening in the vehicle, said clamp having a foot adapted to be placed within the existing opening in the vehicle so as to hold a portion of the vehicle between the foot of said clamp and said base portion; anda platform portion attached to said base portion,whereby an ...

ROOF RACK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE, AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING A CONTROLLER OF A MOTOR VEHICLE AND A CORRESPONDING CONTROLLER

A roof rack assembly for a motor vehicle includes roof rails having a recess and constructed to be fastened on a vehicle roof of the motor vehicle. A load carrier to be installed on the roof rails has a mounting projection engaging with the roof rails through the recess when the load carrier is installed and cooperating with a mounting receptacle for retaining the load carrier. The recess is closed by a cover when the load carrier is not installed, with a detection device detecting a cover state of the recess. A method for operating a controller of a motor vehicle and a corresponding controller are also described. 1. A roof rack assembly for a motor vehicle , comprising:roof rails constructed to be fastened on a vehicle roof of the motor vehicle, with the roof rails comprising a recess disposed in the roof rails,a load carrier constructed to be installed on the roof rails, with the load carrier having at least one mounting projection engaging with the roof rails through the recess when the load carrier is installed and cooperating with at least one mounting receptacle for retaining the load carrier,a cover closing the recess when the load carrier is not installed, anda detection device detecting a cover state of the recess.2. The roof rack assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one mounting receptacle is disposed in a fastening element which is arranged in a receptacle of the roof rails.3. The roof rack assembly of claim 2 , wherein the fastening element is attached to the receptacle of the roof rails.4. The roof rack assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cover is constructed as a flap and is pivotally supported on the roof rails.5. The roof rack assembly of claim 2 , wherein the cover is constructed as a flap and is pivotally supported on the fastening element.6. The roof rack assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises an actuation area that cooperates claim 1 , when the load carrier is installed on the roof rails claim 1 , with an actuating projection of ...

Vehicle Ladder Rack Apparatus and Method of Use

Apparatus for facilitating the loading and unloading of heavy ladders from the roof of a motor vehicle comprises a pair of crossbar members affixed to the roof of the vehicle that extend transversely to the length dimension of the vehicle. A four-bar linkage arrangement affixed to the rearmost crossbar member is adapted to be driven by a shaft journaled for rotation in the spaced-apart crossbar members is arranged to displace a ladder support bar to which ladder hooks are attached. A front ladder hook is attached by a coupler to the elongated shaft at the forward facing end of the ladder rack assembly where the coupler is designed to allow the shaft to be rotated through a predetermined angle before the front ladder hook will rotate with the shaft and in this way the front and rear hooks remain parallel to one another through their range of motions. 1. A ladder rack for a motor vehicle to facilitate the loading and unloading of ladders onto and from the roof area of said vehicle , comprising:a) a front and a rear crossbar member attachable to the roof of a motor vehicle in parallel, spaced-apart relation and extending transverse to a longitudinal axis of the motor vehicle;b) an elongated shaft extending between the front and rear crossbar members and journaled for rotation therein;c) a four-bar linkage including a rear ladder support bar pivotally joined by a first link member to the rear crossbar member and by a second link member to the elongated shaft such that rotation of the shaft in a first direction displaces the ladder support bar to a ladder loading and unloading position alongside of the motor vehicle and rotation of the shaft in a second direction displaces the ladder support bar from said ladder loading and unloading position to a position atop the vehicle roof area;d) at least one rear ladder hook affixed to the rear ladder support bar; ande) a front ladder hook affixed to and rotatable with the elongated shaft adjacent to the front crossbar by a ...

RACK SYSTEM WITH PIVOTING RAIL

The present document describes a ladder rack system for displacing a ladder between a loading/unloading position on one of a side, a front and a rear of a vehicle and a stored position on a roof top of a vehicle, the ladder having a first ladder end and a second ladder end, the ladder rack system comprising: a first assembly to be mounted on a first end of the roof top for receiving the first ladder end; and a second assembly to be mounted on a second end of the roof top at a distance from the first end for receiving the second ladder end, the second assembly comprising: a pivoting rail to be pivoted between the loading/unloading position in which the pivoting rail extends substantially vertically or at an angle on the one of a side, a front and a rear of the vehicle and the stored position in which the pivoting rail extends longitudinally along the roof top; and a carriage slidably mounted on the pivoting rail for receiving the second ladder end and for sliding along the pivoting rail when the pivoting rail is in the loading/unloading position; wherein when the carriage is slid on the roof of the vehicle, the pivoting rail can be pivoted in the stored position longitudinally along the roof top. 1. A ladder rack system for displacing a ladder between a loading/unloading position on one of a side , a front and a rear of a vehicle and a stored position on a roof top of a vehicle , the ladder having a first ladder end and a second ladder end , the ladder rack system comprising:a first assembly to be mounted on a first end of the roof top for receiving the first ladder end; and a pivoting rail to be pivoted between the loading/unloading position in which the pivoting rail extends substantially vertically or at an angle on the one of a side, a front and a rear of the vehicle and the stored position in which the pivoting rail extends longitudinally along the roof top; and', 'a carriage slidably mounted on the pivoting rail for receiving the second ladder end and for ...

ROOFRAIL WITH FASTENING SYSTEM

A vehicle roof rail system includes a roof rail, a vehicle roof structure and a vehicle body structure. A tolerance compensator is disposed between the roof structure and the body structure. The tolerance compensator has an internal, oversized entry. The tolerance compensator includes an anchor fixing the tolerance compensator to the vehicle roof structure. A fastener passes through the oversized internal entry of the tolerance compensator linking the roof structure and body structure. An angle compensator is attached to the tolerance compensator. The angle compensator adjusts a contact angle of the tolerance compensator with the vehicle body structure. 1. A vehicle roof rail system comprising:a roof rail;a vehicle roof structure;a vehicle body structure;a tolerance compensator disposed between the roof structure and the body structure, the tolerance compensator having an internal, oversized entry;an anchor fixing the tolerance compensator to the vehicle roof structure;a fastener passing through the oversized internal entry of the tolerance compensator linking the roof structure and body structure;an angle compensator attached to the tolerance compensator, the angle compensator movable along a contact angle of the tolerance compensator with the vehicle body structure.2. The vehicle roof rail system of claim 1 , wherein the anchor has a snap fit to the roof structure with an insertion force that is smaller than the extraction force.3. The vehicle roof rail system of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance compensator has at least one lateral block which limits either cross-car or fore-aft movement of the tolerance compensator about the roof structure.5. The vehicle roof rail system of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance compensator has at least one retaining block.6. The vehicle roof rail system of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance compensator has at least one resilient arm that engages the roof structure with an interference fit and limits lateral movement of the tolerance ...

Ventilated vehicle roof rack Carrier

The invention is a ventilated vehicle roof rack carrier such as a cargo box for transporting items such as athletic equipment or other personal items on top of a car. The cargo box has a rigid housing shell. The housing has a top shell and a bottom shell. The top shell and the bottom shell are connected together by one or more hinges. The top shell further has at least two opposing vents for drawing air into the housing shell body and allowing air to exit the housing shell body. The cargo box also has a means in communication with the housing for attaching the housing to the vehicle. The means for attaching is a rail system with engagement means for attaching the rail system to the vehicle. The rail system further has a first articulating rail and a second articulating rail oriented in parallel relationship to each other. The pair of articulating rails are mounted to the lower shell and permit the housing to slide beyond a top surface of the vehicle and hinge downward relative to the top surface of the vehicle. 1. A vehicle roof cargo box comprising: a first top shell half, and a second bottom shell half that is connected to said first shell half by one or more housing hinges; wherein said first top shell half has a plurality of air vents at opposing forward and rear ends thereof for permitting air flow through said compartment of said housing shell body; and', 'a railing system for holding said housing shell body to said vehicle, said railing system comprising:, 'a housing shell body, said housing shell body having an internal compartment, said housing shell body comprising,'}a linear rail arm track for mounting to said vehicle,a primary rail arm attached to a bottom external surface of said bottom shell half of said housing shell body, said primary rail arm having a means for connecting to said rail arm track and permitting said primary rail arm and housing shell body to roll linearly along a length of said rail arm track and tilt downward off said track,a ...

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK AND ARTICLE SEPARATION DEVICE

The present disclosure provides a roof luggage rack and an article separation device. When used as the roof luggage rack, the device may include a cross rod assembly to carry articles; a longitudinal rod to fix on a vehicle roof; a locking buckle, which has two ends respectively buckling with the cross rod assembly and the longitudinal rod in a detachable manner, such that the cross rod assembly and the longitudinal rod may be fixed in a detachable manner. The roof luggage rack and the article separation device may be combined and connected by different means to achieve various purposes, overcoming a problem of the device having a single usage purpose. 1. A roof luggage rack , comprising:a cross rod assembly, configured to carry articles;a longitudinal rod, fixed on a roof of a vehicle; anda locking buckle, wherein an end of the locking buckle is configured to connect with the cross rod assembly in a detachable manner, and another end of the locking buckle is configured to connect with the longitudinal rod in a detachable manner, such that the cross rod assembly and the longitudinal rod are fixed with each other in a detachable manner.2. The roof luggage rack according to claim 1 , wherein the cross rod assembly comprises a cross rod main body and a plurality of cross rod connection portions claim 1 , each of two ends of the cross rod main body being configured with each of the plurality of cross rod connection portions claim 1 , wherein the each of the plurality of cross rod connection portions is further connected with the locking buckle in a detachable manner.3. The roof luggage rack according to claim 2 , wherein the cross rod assembly further comprises a fixing portion claim 2 , and the cross rod main body comprises at least two hollow tubes claim 2 , the at least two hollow tubes being configured to sleeve-connect with each other and capable of being extracted and retracted flexibly claim 2 , and the fixing portion being configured to fix the at least two ...

STRUCTURAL MEMBER AND/OR COUPLING ARRANGEMENT AND/OR METHOD FOR SAME

A structural has a coupling region. The coupling region is a region where a fitting and a beam section of the structural member meet and over such region a nipping sleeve of the structural member is over-molded.

Telescoping Roof Rack System

A telescoping roof rack system is described. Embodiments of the telescoping roof rack system can include, but are not limited to, roof rack assemblies, crossbar assemblies, a canopy, and combinations thereof. The telescoping roof rack system can be implemented to provide an awning proximate a side of a vehicle. The telescoping roof rack system can provide protrusions extending out an end of the crossbar assemblies such that no additional components are needed to provide the awning. 1. A crossbar assembly comprising:a housing adapted to be (i) secured to a vehicle roof rack and (ii) load bearing; anda telescoping assembly integrated into the housing;a first configuration where the telescoping assembly is located substantially within the housing and under compression; anda second configuration where the telescoping assembly is extended and a canopy is removably coupled to the telescoping assembly.2. The crossbar assembly of claim 11 , wherein the telescoping assembly includes:a first spring having a first end interfacing with a closed end of the housing;a first stop interfacing with a second end of the first spring;a first telescoping member interfacing with the first stop;a second spring having a first end interfacing with the first stop;a second stop interfacing with a second end of the second spring; anda second telescoping member interfacing with the second stop.3. The crossbar assembly of claim 2 , wherein in the first configuration the first spring and the second spring are compressed.4. The crossbar assembly of claim 2 , wherein in the second configuration (i) the first telescoping member is extended at least half-way out of the housing claim 2 , and (ii) the second telescoping member is extended at least half-way out of the first telescoping member.5. The crossbar assembly of claim 2 , wherein the housing and the first telescoping member each include a hole adapted to receive a protrusion therein.6. The crossbar assembly of claim 5 , wherein the first ...

ROOF RACK ASSEMBLY AND HOOD LIGHT-BLOCKING FABRIC ASSEMBLY THAT ARE CAPABLE OF PHOTOVOLTAIC GENERATION

The present invention relates to a roof rack assembly and a hood light-blocking fabric assembly, the hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation comprising: a lower photovoltaic generation plate fixedly installed to cover the hood of a vehicle and configured to prevent inflow of heat energy of sunlight into the vehicle, to absorb sunlight, and to produce electricity accordingly; and an upper photovoltaic generation plate installed on an upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and configured to change between a first position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate overlaps the upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and a second position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate covers a front glass of the vehicle. 1. A hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation comprising:a lower photovoltaic generation plate fixedly installed to cover the hood of a vehicle and configured to prevent inflow of heat energy of sunlight into the vehicle, to absorb sunlight, and to produce electricity accordingly; andan upper photovoltaic generation plate installed on an upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and configured to change between a first position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate overlaps the upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and a second position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate covers a front glass of the vehicle.2. The hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation of claim 1 , further comprising:a transfer/tilting unit for moving the upper photovoltaic generation plate forward/backward with regard to the lower photovoltaic generation plate and rotating the same upward/downward by a predetermined angle such that the upper photovoltaic generation plate can be positioned at the first location or at the second location;a first driving portion for providing a driving force such ...

Roof railing for being detachably mounted on the roof frame of a motor vehicle

A roof railing is provided for detachably mounting on the roof frame of a motor vehicle. The roof railing includes a longitudinally extending roof ledge and a longitudinally extending cover. The cover has an upper side that faces the roof ledge and an underside that faces away from the upper side. In the installed position on the motor vehicle, the underside of the cover preferably is in contact with and covers the roof frame of the motor vehicle body. The roof railing includes at least two mounting elements, which are spaced apart from one another in the longitudinal direction, on the underside of the cover. One or more cross members have ends configured to attach to the roof railing.

ROOF RAIL RETAINER, ROOF RAIL ASSEMBLY, AND VEHICLE HAVING THE ROOF RAIL ASSEMBLY

A roof rail retainer with an adapter component, has a fastening apparatus for mounting on a roof of a vehicle and a fastening device for mounting a roof rail of the vehicle. The fastening apparatus has a bolt element which is preferably provided with a thread and is surrounded by a compressible sealing ring. At least one supporting element is associated with the bolt element and on the one hand lies in contact with the adapter component or is connected to the adapter component, and on the other hand has at least one supporting surface which can be placed onto the roof of the vehicle. A thickness of the uncompressed sealing ring as viewed in an axial direction of the bolt element is greater than the supporting length of the supporting element. 125-. (canceled)26. A roof rail retainer with an adapter component , which has a fastening apparatus for mounting on a roof of a vehicle and a fastening device for mounting a roof rail of the vehicle , the fastening apparatus comprising:a bolt element provided with a thread and surrounded by a compressible sealing ring; andat least one supporting element associated with the bolt element and on the one hand lies in contact with the adapter component or is connected to the adapter component, and on the other hand has at least one supporting surface which can be placed onto the roof of the vehicle,wherein the sealing ring has a thickness in an axial direction of the bolt element, the thickness of the sealing ring in an uncompressed state is greater than a supporting length of the supporting element, the supporting length corresponding to a thickness of the supporting element,wherein the sealing ring or the sealing ring together with the supporting element is disposed in a recess in the adapter component, andwherein a depth of the recess is just as great as the supporting length of the supporting element.27. The roof rail retainer according to claim 26 , wherein the bolt element is selected from a group consisting of a stud bolt ...

AUTOMATIC SLIDING ROOF RAIL SYSTEM

A system for providing storage on a vehicle roof is provided. The system comprises at least one partially hollow pillar for supporting the vehicle roof, a rail adapted to being raised and lowered relative to the vehicle roof between a deployed position for receiving cargo and a non-deployed position. An actuator is positioned at least partially along or within the at least one pillar for moving the rail relative to the roof. The actuator may comprise a pinion and a rack providing support for the rail. One or more supports may be connected to the rail for sliding as the rail is raised and lowered, including an active support for raising and lowering the rail in response to actuation. One or more passive supports for the rail may be slidably received in different pillars from the active support. 1. A system for providing cargo storage on a vehicle roof , comprising:at least one partially hollow pillar for supporting the vehicle roof;a rail adapted for raising and lowering relative to the vehicle roof between a deployed position for receiving cargo and a non-deployed position; andan actuator positioned at least partially along the hollow pillar for moving the rail relative to the vehicle roof.2. The system of claim 1 , and the actuator comprises a support for the rail claim 1 , the support being positioned at least partially within the at least one hollow pillar and projecting vertically therefrom in the deployed position of the rail.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one pillar comprises an A-pillar.4. The system of claim 1 , further including a second rail adapted for being raised and lowered relative to the vehicle roof claim 1 , and further including a second actuator for moving the second rail relative to the vehicle roof.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first support for the rail is slidably connected to the rail.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the first support is positioned in a C-pillar.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein a second support ...

AUTOMOTIVE ROOF RAIL SYSTEM

A roof rail includes a gasket that is formed of a liquid gasket material that is applied in a liquid state and cured to define a gasket. The liquid gasket material may be applied robotically. The liquid gasket material may be applied either before or after the roof rail is attached to a corresponding vehicle structure. The gasket may be recessed, flush, or proud relative to a lower surface of the roof rail. The liquid gasket material may be applied during the molding process of the roof rail. The roof rail may be formed of a plateable resin material, and the liquid gasket material may be non-platable and bonded bond to the plateable resin material. The roof rail having the gasket may be plated, with the plating material bonding to the areas of the roof rail that are not covered by the gasket. 1. A roof rail system , the system comprising:at least one rail member having an elongate shape extending longitudinally; anda cured liquid gasket disposed on a lower surface of the at least one rail member, wherein the lower surface is a mating surface configured for attachment to a corresponding vehicle structure;wherein the gasket provides a watertight seal between the at least one rail member and the corresponding vehicle structure when the at least one rail member is attached to the corresponding vehicle structure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the gasket is disposed sub-flush relative to an outer surface of the at least one rail member.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the gasket is disposed flush with the at least one rail member.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the gasket is disposed proud relative to the at least one rail member.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lower surface of the at least one rail is generally flat.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lower surface of the at least one rail includes a plurality of projections claim 1 , with each of the plurality of projections projecting downwardly and configured to contact the vehicle structure.7. The ...

Vehicle Roof Top Cargo Carrier

A vehicle roof top cargo carrier provides pivoting loading/unloading of all types of cargo to and from the carrier via the rear of a vehicle, and, once extended, provides use as a stand/frame for purposes other than carrying cargo. The vehicle roof top cargo carrier has a frame attachable to existing rack members on the roof of the vehicle, a carriage movably carried on the frame and able to pivot with respect to the frame once the carriage is extended from the rear of the frame via cooperating pivot structures of the carriage and the frame. The cooperating pivot structures allow the carriage to pivot from 0° (horizontal) to 90° (vertical), and a support retained on the carriage and configured to adjustably telescope from the rear of the carriage for contacting the ground. The carriage has cargo receptacles for accommodating various types of cargo, and purpose specific attachments for non-cargo functions. 1. A vehicle roof top cargo carrier for attachment to existing roof rack members of a vehicle , the vehicle roof top cargo carrier comprising:a frame having a front end, a rear end, a first side channel extending from proximate the front end of the frame to the rear end of the frame, a second side channel extending from proximate the front end of the frame to the rear end of the frame, a first pivot structure at an intersection of the rear end of the frame and the first side channel, and a second pivot structure at an intersection of the rear end of the frame and the second side channel;a carriage sized for movable reception in the frame and having a front end, a rear end, a first lateral side with first conveyance members both sized for movable reception along and within the first side channel of the frame, a second lateral side with second conveyance members both sized for movable reception along and within the second side channel of the frame, a pivot structure on the front end of the frame and configured to co-act with the first and second pivot structures of ...

VEHICULAR SUPPORT FOR SURFBOARD

A method for supporting a surfboard during vehicular transport includes positioning an apparatus in a backseat of a convertible such that the apparatus stands on each of two seats of the backset; using seatbelts in the backset of the convertible, securing the apparatus against backs of the seats; with the top of the convertible down, positioning the surfboard onto a top of a frame of a windshield of the convertible while positioning the surfboard onto a platform of the apparatus; and securing the surfboard to the platform using one or more straps. The surfboard is supported on the convertible by the windshield frame and by the platform of the apparatus that has been stood up in the backseat of the convertible. 1. An apparatus for supporting an elongate object for vehicular transport , comprising:(a) a first leg adapted for placement on a seat of a backset of a convertible;(b) a second leg adapted for placement on another seat of the backset of the convertible; and(c) an upper support body supported by the first and second legs and comprising a platform for abutment and support thereon of the elongate object.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongate object comprises a board.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the board comprises a surfboard claim 2 , a windsurfing board claim 2 , a paddleboard claim 2 , or other a similarly shaped board.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongate object comprises a kayak claim 1 , a canoe claim 1 , or other elongate object having a similar hull.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the legs are similar in structure and are interchangeable.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform transitions between an elevation above headrests of the convertible and below headrests of the convertible.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the platform transitions by rotation.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform comprises a material that cushions the elongate object during vehicular transport.9. The apparatus ...

Vehicle crossbar assembly

A vehicle crossbar assembly includes a crossbar. The crossbar has a first part and a second part that are movably attached to each other. The first part is configured to be supported to a first roof rack component of a vehicle. The second part is configured to be supported to a second roof rack component of the vehicle. The first and second parts are movable with respect to each other between an installable state and a storage state. The first and second parts extend from one another when in the installable state. The first and second parts are folded with respect to each other in the storage state.

ROOF RAIL DEVICE

A roof rail device includes: a main body member extending along a roof panel of a vehicle; a support member formed in a solid shape and supporting the main body member; a fixing member fixing the main body member and the support member to the roof panel; and a first seal member provided between the support member and the roof panel, wherein the support member includes a through hole, the fixing member is provided with a flange portion, a top side screw portion is formed in a top surface of the flange portion, a bottom side screw portion is formed in a bottom surface of the flange portion, and the top side screw portion is fastened to the main body member, the bottom side screw portion is inserted into the through hole, and the bottom side screw portion is fastened to the roof panel. 1. A roof rail device comprising:a main body member which extends along a roof panel of a vehicle;a support member which is formed in a solid shape and supports the main body member by being interposed between the main body member and the roof panel;a fixing member which fixes the main body member and the support member to the roof panel; anda first seal member which is provided between the support member and the roof panel and adheres to the support member and the roof panel,wherein the support member includes a through hole which penetrates the support member in a vehicle height direction,wherein the fixing member is provided with a flange portion which is perpendicular to the vehicle height direction,wherein a top side screw portion which is fastened to the main body member is formed in a top surface of the flange portion,wherein a bottom side screw portion which is fastened to the roof panel is formed in a bottom surface of the flange portion, andwherein the top side screw portion is fastened to the main body member, the bottom side screw portion is inserted into the through hole of the support member from above the support member, and the bottom side screw portion is fastened to the ...

Multi-Sport Watercraft Carrier

A watercraft carrier includes a central hub having an upper surface configured to receive a watercraft, an upright rotatably coupled to the central hub and configured to be disposed in a plurality of positions, and a locking assembly coupling the upright with the central hub and configured to secure the upright in the plurality of positions. The locking assembly is disposed below the upper surface of the central hub. A portion of the upright is disposed above the upper surface of the central hub in a first position and the upright is disposed below the upper surface of the central hub in a second position. 1. A watercraft carrier , comprising:a central hub having an upper surface configured to receive a watercraft;an upright rotatably coupled to the central hub and configured to be disposed in a plurality of positions; anda locking assembly coupling the upright with the central hub and configured to secure the upright in the plurality of positions, wherein the locking assembly is disposed below the upper surface of the central hub.2. The watercraft carrier of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the upright is disposed above the upper surface of the central hub in a first position.3. The watercraft carrier of claim 3 , wherein the upright is disposed below the upper surface of the central hub in a second position.4. The watercraft carrier of claim 1 , wherein the upper surface of the central hub comprises one or more pads configured to engage a surface of the watercraft.5. The watercraft carrier of claim 1 , wherein the upright comprises a unitary member having a first post coupled to a first side of the central hub claim 1 , a second post coupled to a second side of the central hub claim 1 , and a crossbar disposed between the first post and the second post.6. The watercraft carrier of claim 5 , wherein the locking assembly comprises a pivot bolt extending through the first post claim 5 , the central hub claim 5 , and the second post and a handle configured to rotate ...

VEHICLE MOUNTED BICYCLE CARRIER

A vehicle mounted bike carrier comprising: a carrier member configured to support a bicycle, a supporting structure a bike supporting device comprising: a first wheel supporting member having a first end having a pivotal connection on the carrier member where the connection is configured to be positioned proximal to the rotational axle of a first bicycle wheel, and a second free end configured to support said bicycle wheel, a second wheel supporting member having a first end having a connection on the carrier member where the connection is configured to be positioned distal to the rotational axle of said first bicycle wheel and a second free end configured to support said bicycle wheel. 1. A vehicle mounted bike carrier comprising:a carrier member having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the carrier member is configured to support a bicycle;a supporting structure configured to attach the carrier member to a vehicle; and a first wheel supporting member having a first end having a pivotal connection on the carrier member wherein the pivotal connection is configured to be positioned proximal to a rotational axle of a first bicycle wheel, and a second free end configured to support the first bicycle wheel, and', 'a second wheel supporting member having a first end having a connection on the carrier member wherein the connection is configured to be positioned distal to the rotational axle of the first bicycle wheel and a second free end configured to support the first bicycle wheel., 'a bike supporting device comprising2. A vehicle mounted bike carrier according to claim 1 , wherein the first wheel supporting member and the second wheel supporting member are configured to be positioned in a storage position wherein the first and the second wheel supporting members are substantially parallel to the carrier member.3. A vehicle mounted bike carrier according to claim 1 , wherein the first end of the second wheel supporting member comprises a pivotal connection on the ...

ADJUSTABLE ANCHOR ON A LOAD CARRIER FOR A BICYCLE THROUGH-AXLE

An anchor for releasably securing a bicycle through-axle that is installed in a wheelless front fork of a bicycle to a load carrier. The anchor is made up of an anchor body having a through-axle receiving space for receiving a bicycle through-axle therein. The anchor additionally has a movable jaw located within the anchor body and that is transitionable between a receiving configuration in which an interior of the receiving space is expanded for insertably receiving a bicycle through-axle therein, and a securing configuration in which the movable jaw is in lateral abutting engagement with a bicycle through-axle received within the interior of the receiving space. 1. An anchor for releasably securing a bicycle through-axle that is installed in a wheelless front fork of a bicycle to a load carrier , the anchor comprising:an anchor body comprising a through-axle receiving space for receiving a bicycle through-axle therein; anda movable wedge located within the anchor body and transitionable between a receiving configuration in which an interior of the receiving space is expanded for insertably receiving a bicycle through-axle therein and a securing configuration in which the movable wedge is in abutting engagement with a bicycle through-axle received within the interior of the receiving space.2. The anchor of claim 1 , wherein the movable wedge approaches the bicycle through-axle received within the interior of the receiving space from a side of the through-axle claim 1 , in a substantially horizontal direction claim 1 , and thereby affects lateral abutting engagement of the movable wedge on the bicycle through-axle.3. The anchor of claim 1 , wherein the through-axle receiving space includes a variably configurable interior for receiving different sized bicycle through-axles therein.4. The anchor of claim 1 , further comprising:a buttress located within the anchor body and positioned adjacent to the through-axle receiving space opposite the movable wedge, the buttress ...

ASSISTANCE VEHICLE TILT LIFT

An assistance vehicle tilt lift supports an assistance vehicle above a bed of a hauling vehicle and includes one or more pivoting racks. Each pivoting rack includes a track to receive one or more wheels of the assistance vehicle. Each pivoting rack is rotatably attached to a pivot point near the front end of the bed of the hauling vehicle. One or more tapered rails are attached to the bed of the hauling vehicle. One or more roller support members are in contact with the one or more tapered rails and rotatably attached to the one or more pivoting racks. An actuator is operably connected to the one or more roller support members. The actuator raises and lowers the rear end of the one or more pivoting racks relative to the pivot point by moving the one or more roller support members along the one or more tapered rails. 1. A vehicle tilt lift configured to support a vehicle above a bed of a hauling vehicle , the bed having a front end and a rear end , the vehicle including one or more wheels , the vehicle tilt lift comprising:one or more pivoting racks, each pivoting rack including a track configured to receive at least one of the one or more wheels of the vehicle and further including a front end positionable near the front end of the bed and a rear end positionable near the rear end of the bed;one or more tapered rails configured to be attached to the bed of the hauling vehicle; andone or more roller support members configured to be in contact with the one or more tapered rails and rotatably attached to the one or more pivoting racks at a rotation point on the one or more pivoting racks, wherein the rear end of at least one of the one or more pivoting racks raises and lowers by moving the one or more roller support members along the one or more tapered rails.2. The vehicle tilt lift of claim 1 , wherein each tapered rail includes a tapered section claim 1 , each roller support member includes a roller claim 1 , each roller being configured to roll an end of the roller ...

VEHICLE MOUNTED STORAGE SYSTEMS

A box or roof rack to safely store cans of ammunition of other military gear that is mounted on a military vehicle. Ammo container box may include a compression device to secure loaded materials, the compression device may be operated manually or through an electric motor, or other means. The roof rack may include telescoping overlapping plates for variable sizes of rack. 1. An ammunition container box comprising at least one side , said box adapted to contain at least one ammunition can , said box comprising:a. at least one compression device mounted to the interior of said at least one side, said compression device including at least one surface adapted to mate with an exterior surface of the can;b. wherein said compression device adapted to move between at least a first retracted position, and a second extended position wherein said surface extends into space of container to contact an exterior surface of the can.2. ammunition container box of wherein said compression device comprises a threaded bar crank system claim 1 , wherein a crank handle is fixedly coupled with a threaded bar claim 1 , said threaded bar coupled to a compression arm claim 1 , and wherein rotating the crank handle and threaded arm moves the compression arm and thereby forces compression device into extended position.3. The ammunition container box of claim 2 , further comprising a support bar that is mounted on the threaded bar to allow for manipulation of the compression arm.4. The ammunition container box of claim 2 , wherein the crank system is mounted onto the underside of a container lid.5. The ammunition container box of claim 4 , further comprising support brackets mounted on an interior of the lid surface on opposing sides of the threaded abr.6. The ammunition container box of claim 1 , wherein said compression device comprises an air bladder coupled with said at least one side for compressing and securing the can.7. The ammunition container box of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

LOAD CARRIER FOR MOTOR VEHICLES, IN PARTICULAR IN THE FORM OF A ROOF RACK

The invention relates to a load carrier for motor vehicles, in particular in the form of a roof rack, consisting of at least two carrier bridges arranged offset at a distance from one another in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The carrier bridges in each case comprise a crossbar as well as fastening feet which are able to be mounted on both sides of the vehicle. The angle brackets serve as lateral load stops on the crossbars. The angle brackets are able to be pivoted back and forth between an active, open position and an inactive, closed position in which they do not produce air turbulence and thus effect additional travel noise. 1. A bridge for a motor vehicle load carrier in the form of a roof rack , comprising a crossbar as well as fastening feet that are able to be mounted on both sides of the vehicle , wherein angle brackets serving as lateral load stops are provided on the crossbar , said angle brackets being able to be pivoted between an active position and an inactive position , characterized in that the angle brackets include two fastening limbs encompassing the crossbar , the fastening limbs being able to be pivoted about a common pivot pin provided on the crossbar , in that the angle brackets in the active position are able to be placed in the vertical position against a stop and in that the angle brackets are able to be folded down in the inactive position onto the crossbar and then bear against said crossbar.2. The bridge as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the crossbar is provided with substantially vertically extending front and rear faces claim 1 , characterized in that the angle brackets have an approximately U-shaped cross section with a crossmember and arms of the U-shape adjacent thereto and in that the arms of the U-shape in the inactive position of the angle brackets encompass the front and rear faces of the crossbar claim 1 , flush therewith claim 1 , whilst the crossmember bears against the upper face of the crossbar.3. The bridge as ...

Drop Down Ladder Rack

A drop down ladder rack is disclosed. The ladder rack has a first assembly and a second assembly configured to be mounted on top of a vehicle. The assemblies are coupled to a connecting rod, which is rotatable. The assemblies move between a first, raised position and a second, lowered position. Each of the first and second assemblies comprises a first support member fixedly secured to the vehicle, a second load carrying member configured to be slideably engaged with a first end of the first support member, and a third actuation member configured to enable the second load carrying member to move with respect to the first support member. A first end of the third actuation member is connected to the connecting rod by a drive rod and a second end of the third actuation member is pivotably connected to the second load carrying member, thereby enabling the second load carrying member to move with respect to the first support member. The first assembly further comprises a downwardly extending arm attached to the second load carrying member to lower the first assembly to a third, fully extended position. 1. A ladder rack comprising:a first assembly and a second assembly configured to be mounted on a top of a vehicle, the first assembly and the second assembly being operatively coupled to a connecting rod, wherein the first and second assemblies are configured to move between a first, raised position and a second, lowered position, a support member configured to be fixedly secured to the vehicle, the support member having a first end and a second end;', 'a load carrying member configured to be slideably engaged with the first end of the support member;', 'an actuation member having a first and a second end, the first end of the actuation member being connected to a drive rod, the second end of the actuation member being connected to the load carrying member, the actuation member being configured to enable the load carrying member to move with respect to the support member; ...

Bicycle carriers and skewer assemblies

An assembly secures a bicycle having first and second fork prongs to a vehicle. The assembly includes an elongated skewer for mounting the first and second fork prongs of the bicycle thereon. The elongated skewer defines a longitudinal axis, and has a first end portion and a second non-threaded end portion. The assembly also includes a stop removably coupled to the second non-threaded end portion of the elongated skewer, and a sleeve movably coupled to the elongated skewer and removably coupled to the stop to lock the stop on the elongated skewer.

Vehicle Storage Rack

A vehicle roof rack is provided. The vehicle roof rack comprises an elongate base positionable on a roof of the vehicle. A fixed hook extends from the base, while an adjustable hook is movably attached to the base and urged by a spring, elastic, or the like towards the fixed hook. An item can be placed between the fixed and adjustable hooks and held in place on the roof.

ROOF RACK ASSEMBLY AND A VEHICLE

A roof rack assembly, and a vehicle including the roof rack assembly, includes a support structure and a multifunctional apparatus supported by the support structure. The multifunctional apparatus is configured to operate as an awning structure, a concealment structure and a storage structure. At least a portion of the multifunctional apparatus is movable relative to the support structure between a storage position in which the multifunctional apparatus is not operable and a use position in which the multifunctional apparatus is operable. 1. A roof rack assembly comprising:a support structure; anda multifunctional apparatus supported by the support structure;wherein the multifunctional apparatus is configured to operate as an awning structure, a concealment structure and a storage structure, with at least a portion of the multifunctional apparatus being movable relative to the support structure between a storage position in which the multifunctional apparatus is not operable and a use position in which the multifunctional apparatus is operable.2. The assembly as set forth in wherein the multifunctional apparatus includes a flexible member movable relative to the support structure between a retracted position when the multifunctional apparatus is in the storage position and an extended position when the multifunctional apparatus is in the use position.3. The assembly as set forth in wherein the flexible member includes a first panel and a second panel overlapping each other claim 2 , and wherein the flexible member includes a closure apparatus coupled to the first and second panels to further define the storage structure claim 2 , and wherein the closure apparatus is movable between an open position allowing entry into the flexible member between the first and second panels when in the use position and a closed position preventing entry into the flexible member between the first and second panels when in the storage position.4. The assembly as set forth in wherein ...

BICYCLE CARRIER LOCKING ASSEMBLY

A bicycle carrier for mounting on a vehicle is disclosed. The bicycle carrier includes a tray configured to hold a bicycle. The tray defines a conduit. The bicycle carrier also includes a cable partially disposed within the conduit. The cable is configured to extend from and retract into the conduit at a middle portion of a length of the tray. The bicycle carrier also includes a lock head disposed on an end of the cable and a lock housing disposed on the cable and configured to slide along the cable. The lock housing has a through-hole surrounding the cable and a lock hole configured to receive the lock head. The through-hole and the lock hole are parallel to each other. 1. A bicycle carrier for mounting on a vehicle , the bicycle carrier comprising:a tray configured to hold a bicycle, the tray defining a conduit;a cable partially disposed within the conduit, wherein the cable is configured to extend from and retract into the conduit at a middle portion of a length of the tray;a lock head disposed on an end of the cable; anda lock housing disposed on the cable and configured to slide along the cable, the lock housing having a through-hole surrounding the cable and a lock hole configured to receive the lock head,wherein the through-hole and the lock hole are parallel to each other.2. The bicycle carrier of claim 1 , wherein the lock housing comprises a key hole on an opposite end of the lock housing from the lock hole configured to receive the lock head.3. The bicycle carrier of claim 2 , wherein the key hole and the lock hole are parallel to each other.4. The bicycle carrier of claim 2 , wherein the key hole and the lock hole are coaxial.5. The bicycle carrier of claim 1 , wherein the middle portion of the length of the tray is disposed closer to a wheel saddle than an end of the tray.6. The bicycle carrier of claim 1 , further comprising a cable passageway housing disposed in the tray that forms an angled passageway leading into the conduit.7. The bicycle carrier ...

ROOF RACK FOR VEHICLE

Disclosed is a roof rack for a vehicle, which is capable of achieving an improvement in vehicle fuel efficiency and a weight lightening goal by using a lightweight material, allows for improved productivity and assembly properties by simplifying the number of parts and process therefor, has an excellent degree of freedom in design, and is capable of achieving a reduction in production costs and steps. Provided according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is a roof rack for a vehicle, comprising: a roof rail unit formed by injection molding; a pad unit on which the roof rail unit is mounted and which is coupled in contact with the roof rail unit; and mounting coupling members which are insert-molded in the roof rail unit and protrusively coupled via the lower part of the roof rail unit. 1. A roof rack for a vehicle , comprising:a roof rail that is injection molded;a pad on which the roof rail is mounted and that contacts the roof rail; anda mounting coupling member that is insert-injected to the roof rail and protrudes from a lower portion of the roof rail.2. The roof rack for the vehicle of claim 1 ,wherein the pad comprises a plate-shaped pad body that provides a mounting surface on which the roof rail is mounted; and a plurality of protrusions of the pad that protrude upward from both ends of the pad body by a predetermined length.3. The roof rack for the vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of protrusions of the pad face the roof rail at both sides of the roof rail and have a shape protruding upwards obliquely from the pad.4. The roof rack for the vehicle of claim 1 ,wherein the fastening member comprises a screw that protrudes from a lower portion of the roof ail; and an insert fixing part that is connected to the screw and is insert-injected to the roof rail during injection molding of the roof rail.5. The roof rack for the vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the roof rail is made of a plastic material.6. The roof rack for the vehicle of claim 1 , ...

BICYCLE STORAGE RACK

The invention relates to a bicycle storage rack and a method of storing a bicycle using a bicycle storage rack. The bicycle storage rack comprises a plurality of horizontal support members, a plurality of vertical support members, and one or more gripping members secured to at least one of the plurality of horizontal support members. The method of storing a bicycle using a bicycle storage rack comprises placing a bicycle into a horizontal position on a bicycle storage rack where a rotational axis of a wheel of the bicycle is divergent to each of a plurality of horizontal support members. In some examples, the bicycle storage rack is located within a bed of a truck, and the method further comprises covering the bicycle storage rack and the bicycle with a tonneau cover associated with the truck. 1. A bicycle storage rack comprising:a plurality of horizontal support members, where the plurality of horizontal support members defines a perimeter of the bicycle storage rack, and where at least one wheel of a bicycle and a portion of a frame of the bicycle are in contact with at least one of the plurality of horizontal support members such that an entirety of the bicycle is supported horizontally by the plurality of horizontal support members;a plurality of vertical support members, where a first end of each of the plurality of vertical support members contacts one or more of the plurality of horizontal support members, further where each of the plurality of vertical support members is at least partially divergent to each of the plurality of horizontal support members; andone or more gripping members secured to at least one of the plurality of horizontal support members.2. The bicycle storage rack of claim 1 , where at least one of the plurality of horizontal support members comprises two or more horizontal support telescoping pieces claim 1 , where a width of at least one of the two or more horizontal support telescoping pieces is smaller than a width of at least one ...

CONVERTIBLE MOUNTING BRACKET

A convertible mounting bracket () capable of securement onto load carrier bars () of different dimensions is presented. The bracket () can include an elongate first jaw body (), elongate second jaw body (), and a flip-connector (). The flip-connector () can be interconnected to a first end () of the second jaw body () by a pivot connection (). In a first orientation () of the second jaw body (), a first () of at least two load bar engaging surfaces () of the second jaw body () is facing a load bar engaging surface () of the first jaw body (). In a second orientation () of the second jaw body (), a second () of the at least two load bar engaging surfaces () of the second jaw body () is facing the load bar engaging surface () of the first jaw body (). 1100200202100. A convertible mounting bracket () capable of securement onto load carrier bars ( , ) of different dimensions , the bracket () comprising:{'b': 102', '104', '106, 'an elongate first jaw body () having a first end () opposite a second end ();'}{'b': 102', '109, 'the first jaw body () having a load bar engaging surface ();'}{'b': 110', '112', '114, 'an elongate second jaw body () having a first end () opposite a second end ();'}{'b': 110', '121', '123', '110, 'the second jaw body () having at least two load bar engaging surfaces (, ) on opposite sides of the second jaw body (); and'}{'b': 130', '104', '112', '102', '110, 'a flip-connector () coupled between the first ends (, ) of each of the first () and second jaw bodies ();'}{'b': 130', '112', '110', '140', '140', '110', '140', '152', '154', '110, 'the flip-connector () being interconnected to the first end () of the second jaw body () by a pivot connection (), the pivot connection () accommodating approximately 180 degree pivotation of the second jaw body () about the pivot connection () between first () and second orientations () of the second jaw body (); and'}{'b': 152', '110', '121', '121', '123', '110', '108', '102', '154', '110', '123', '121', '123', ...

Rooftop Bike Rack System

A bicycle rack system has wheel trays spaced apart along a first edge of a roof of a vehicle, a support arm extensible and retractable in length, supported by a pivot mechanism near a second edge of the roof of the vehicle, the support arm extensible to a maximum length substantially greater than the width of the roof, and a specific length substantially less than the width of the roof, and a capture mechanism on a free end of the support arm, adapted to capture a part of the bicycle to be carried in the bike rack. 1. A bicycle rack system , comprising:a first and a second wheel tray affixed to a first edge of a roof of a vehicle, the roof having a width and a length, the first and the second wheel trays spaced apart along a direction of the length of the roof to match the wheelbase of a bicycle to be carried in the bike rack;a support arm extensible and retractable in length, supported by a pivot mechanism near a second edge of the roof of the vehicle, at a point along the length of the roof and oriented such that the support arm lowered to the roof will lie across the width of the roof substantially centered between the first and second wheel trays, the support arm extensible to a maximum length substantially greater than the width of the roof, and a specific length substantially less than the width of the roof; anda capture mechanism on a free end of the support arm, adapted to capture a part of the bicycle to be carried in the bike rack;wherein, with the support arm pivoted downward to lie across the width of the roof, and extended such that the capture device is presented over the edge of the roof, the user is enabled to lift the bicycle to connect the bicycle to the capture device, lift the bicycle further, causing the support arm to pivot upward, place and secure the bicycle wheels in the first and second wheel trays, and cause the bicycle to lean away from the first edge of the roof, causing the support arm to retract.2. The bicycle rack system of further ...

Support Pad For A Load Carrier

A support pad for a vehicle roof load support system is disclosed where the support pad includes a base layer, a contact layer for contacting a load disposed on the support pad, and ribs extending between the base layer and the contact layer such that the contact layer is spaced from the base layer. The support pad is configured to flex in multiple directions to support the load disposed on the support pad. 1. A support pad for a vehicle roof load support system , the support pad comprising:a base layer;a contact layer for contacting a load disposed on the support pad; anda plurality of ribs extending between the base layer and the contact layer such that the contact layer is spaced from the base layer,wherein the support pad is configured to flex in multiple directions to support the load disposed on the support pad.2. The support pad of claim 1 , further comprising a first channel through the contact layer claim 1 , wherein the first channel is disposed along a length of the support pad from a first end of the support pad to a second end of the support pad.3. The support pad of claim 1 , wherein the base layer claim 1 , the contact layer claim 1 , and the ribs define a plurality of hollow cells.4. The support pad of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of grooves in an exterior surface of the contact layer claim 1 , wherein a groove corresponds to an underlying rib.5. The support pad of claim 1 , wherein the ribs extend from a first edge of the support pad to a second edge of the support pad.6. The support pad of claim 2 , further comprising a second channel through the contact layer from the first end to the second end of the support pad claim 2 , wherein the first channel and the second channel define a first column of hollow cells claim 2 , a second column of hollow cells claim 2 , and a third column of hollow cells claim 2 , and wherein the first column is configured to move independently relative to the second column.7. The support pad of claim 6 , ...

Adjustable Load Support

A load support for a vehicle load bar can include a base, a first arm coupled to the base and rotatable about a pivot axis, and a second arm coupled to the base and rotatable about the pivot axis. The first arm and the second arm can be configured to selectively move relative to each other. A locking device coupled with the first arm can be configured to selectively fix a position of the first arm and the second arm relative to each other in a locked configuration. The locking device can be configured to engage a notch in the second arm to prevent movement of the first arm and the second arm relative to each other and configured to disengage from the notch to allow movement of the first arm and the second arm relative to each other and separately about the pivot axis. 1. A load support for a vehicle load bar , comprising:a base;a first arm coupled to the base and rotatable about a pivot axis; anda second arm coupled to the base and rotatable about the pivot axis,wherein the first arm and the second arm are configured to selectively move relative to each other.2. The load support of claim 1 , further comprising a fastener that couples the base claim 1 , the first arm claim 1 , and the second arm along the pivot axis.3. The load support of claim 2 , wherein the base comprises a first upright and a second upright claim 2 , and wherein the pivot axis extends perpendicularly through the first and second uprights.4. The load support of claim 3 , wherein a proximal end of the first arm is disposed exterior to a proximal end of the second arm and the proximal end of the first arm is disposed interior to the first and second uprights.5. The load support of claim 1 , further comprising a locking device coupled with the first arm configured to selectively fix a position of the first arm and the second arm relative to each other in a locked configuration.6. The load support of claim 5 , wherein the first and second arms are configured to lock in a plurality of positions ...

Carrier Basket For An Automotive Vehicle And A Carrier Basket Net

A carrier basket for an automotive vehicle is disclosed which includes a base having at least one member for connecting to a roof of an automotive vehicle, a frame having two side rails oriented in a first direction and at least one transverse bar oriented cross to the side rails, wherein the side rails are connected to the at least one transverse bar, wherein the frame is attached upon the base as to form a box open to the top, wherein the at least one transverse bar comprises includes a groove arranged for attachment of accessories and having a length, wherein the entire length of the groove is available for attaching accessories, and wherein the groove extends over a substantial portion of the distance between the two side rails. 124.-. (canceled)25. A carrier basket for an automotive vehicle , comprising:a base having at least one member configured to connect to a roof of an automotive vehicle; anda frame having two side rails oriented in a first direction and at least one transverse bar oriented cross to the side rails,wherein the side rails are connected to the at least one transverse bar,wherein the frame is attached upon the base forming a box open to the top,wherein the at least one transverse bar comprises a groove configured for attachment of accessories and having a length,wherein the entire length of the groove is configured for attaching accessories, andwherein the groove extends over a portion of the distance between the two side rails.26. The carrier basket according to claim 25 , wherein the groove extends between the two side rails along the entire length of the at least one transverse bar.27. The carrier basket according to claim 25 , wherein the carrier basket further comprises at least one cap configured to close an end of the groove claim 25 , wherein the at least one cap is removably positioned at an end of the at least one transverse bar.28. The carrier basket according to claim 27 , wherein at least one cap comprises a lock configured to ...

Securing device for seucring bicycle frame to bicycle carry rack

A securing device includes a base connected with a bicycle carry rack. A belt unit includes a body and a locking member. A belt is connected to the body and extends through a path in the body. The locking member is pivotably connected to the body. The locking member is a cam. A fixed part is connected to the body and an opening is defined between the fixed part and the locking member. The first end of the belt is fixed to the body and the second end of the belt extends through the path and the passage, and entering through a through hole in the body and then goes out from the opening so as to clamp the bicycle frame between the base and the body. By pivoting the locking member, the opening becomes larger to release the belt.

Vehicle Accessory Mount and Retaining System

A carrier for releasable retaining a vehicle recovery board or similar cargo including a base plate proportioned, a pivot mount member with a crossbar wherefrom a pivotally connected, activating retainment arm with a fastener end is perpendicularly disposed and a stationary mount member with a receiving latch member. Downwardly disposed planar bottoms of pivot leg(s) and fixed leg(s) proximate to a respective one or another of the pair of opposed side edges of the base plate respectively affix pivot and stationary mount members in substantially longitudinal parallel alignment such that coupled engagement of a fastener end of the retainment arm and a receiving latch member on the stationary mount member securely retains the vehicle recovery board or other cargo on the carrier. 1. A carrier for releasable retaining of a vehicle recovery board , comprising:a base plate proportioned to provide a support layer extending between a pair of opposed side edges for fitted correspondence with the recovery board;a pivot mount member affixed proximate to one of the pair of opposed side edges of the base plate, wherein the pivot mount member has an active hinge pivotable along an axial trajectory;a stationary mount member affixed in substantially longitudinal parallel alignment proximate to another the pair of opposed side edges in a stationary position, wherein the stationary mount member is configured for receiving an edge portion of the vehicle recovery board, and wherein the stationary mount member has a receiving latch member; andan activating retainment arm connected to the pivot mount member, wherein the retainment arm is configured for fitted correspondence to an upper surface of the vehicle recovery board, and wherein the retainment arm has a fastener end such that coupled engagement of the fastener end with the receiving latch member secures the vehicle recovery board in retained position upon the carrier.2. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein the coupled engagement of the ...

ONE-PIECE VEHICLE ROOF RAIL

A roof rail for a vehicle is provided that is made of only one piece and is solid across its length. The roof rail may be made using a co-injection molding process, a two-shot injection molding process or an extrusion molding process. 1. A method of forming a roof rail for a vehicle comprising:injection molding with at least two thermoplastic materials an elongated main body portion extending between a pair of ends, and a pair of connecting portions each at one of the ends of the main body portion, wherein the main body portion and the connecting portions are integral with one another.2. The method of forming a roof rail as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the injection molding includes a co-injection molding process claim 1 , wherein an outer portion of a first thermoplastic material is formed claim 1 , wherein an inner portion of a second thermoplastic material is formed claim 1 , and wherein the outer portion surrounds the inner portion.3. The method of forming a roof rail as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the injection molding includes injecting the first thermoplastic material of the outer portion into a molding cavity and injecting the second thermoplastic material of the inner portion into the first thermoplastic material of the outer portion.4. The method of forming a roof rail as set forth in claim 3 , further comprising introducing a blowing agent inside the first thermoplastic material of the outer portion while injecting the second thermoplastic material of the inner portion into the first thermoplastic material of the outer portion in order to create a positive pressure within the first thermoplastic material of the outer portion.5. The method as set forth in claim 3 , further including electroplating a metal plating layer about at least a portion of the outer portion of the roof rail.6. A method as set forth in claim 5 , wherein the inner portion is made of a non-conductive material and the outer portion is made of a conductive material to allow the ...

REDUCED FOOTPRINT VACUUM MOUNTED HITCH RACK CARRIER SYSTEMS FOR VEHICLES

A vacuum-based hitch rack carrier system for a vehicle having a rear hitch and rear hitch receiver. The system includes a plurality of vacuum devices having a pad shaped and sized to removably seat with a vehicle to form a vacuum cavity, a plunger attached to the pad and in fluid communication with the vacuum cavity, and an indicator associated with the vacuum device to indicate the level of vacuum pressure within the vacuum. The system has a receiver hitch adapter for joining a rack configured to secure an article to the vehicle via attachment to the rear hitch receiver, a mount shaped and sized to mate and secure the article to the rack, and one or more support bars attached to said mount. At least one of the support bars contains a break and fold assembly configured to allow the carrier system to be folded. 1. A vacuum-based hitch rack carrier system for a vehicle having a rear hitch and rear hitch receiver , comprising:a plurality of vacuum devices, each having a pad shaped and sized to removably seat with a vehicle to form a vacuum cavity,a plunger attached to the pad and in fluid communication with the vacuum cavity, and an indicator associated with the vacuum device to indicate the level of vacuum pressure within the vacuum,a receiver hitch adapter for joining a rack configured to secure an article to the vehicle via attachment to the vehicle's rear hitch receiver,a mount shaped and sized to mate and secure the article,one or more support bars attached to said mount,wherein the one or more support bars contains a break and fold assembly configured to allow the carrier system to be folded.2. The carrier system of claim 1 , further comprising a traveling case sized and shaped to receive the carrier system when disassembled.3. The carrier system of wherein the one or more support bars comprises a base bar and the mount is affixed to the base bar.4. The carrier system of further comprising a crank arm clamp configured for release of a fully assembled bicycle.5. ...

CARRIER APPARATUS FOR VEHICLES

A carrier apparatus for a vehicle includes stationary rail extending from a rear part of the vehicle to an upper part of the vehicle in a forward-rearward direction of the vehicle; and a position-fixing bracket separably mounted to the stationary rail for fixing cargo placed on the stationary rail, such that the cargo fixed to the stationary rail is located at the rear part or the upper part of the vehicle when the position-fixing bracket is mounted to the stationary rail. 1. A carrier apparatus for a vehicle comprising:a stationary rail extending from a tailgate of the vehicle to an roof panel of the vehicle in a forward-rearward direction of the vehicle; anda position-fixing bracket separably mounted to the stationary rail for fixing cargo placed on the stationary rail, such that the cargo fixed to the stationary rail is located at the tailgate or the roof panel of the vehicle when the position-fixing bracket is mounted to the stationary rail,wherein, when the stationary rail and the position-fixing bracket come into contact with each other, the position-fixing bracket is mounted to the stationary rail by an attractive force between the stationary rail and the position-fixing bracket,wherein the stationary rail includes an electromagnet and the position-fixing bracket includes a material that responds to magnetism, andwherein, when a signal is input to the stationary rail through switch manipulation, the stationary rail is magnetized to generate the attractive force for fixing the position-fixing bracket to the stationary rail.23.-. (canceled)4. The carrier apparatus according to claim 1 , whereina plurality of fixing sockets are mounted in the stationary rail in a direction in which the stationary rail extends, andthe position-fixing bracket is inserted into one of the fixing sockets such that a position of the position-fixing bracket on the stationary rail is fixed.5. The carrier apparatus according to claim 1 , whereina pair of stationary rails are disposed at ...

Over-Cab Rack for Traffic Delineators

A rack structure is provided for supporting an elongate, generally horizontally extending nested stack of substantially identically configured barrel-like traffic delineators at a location atop a cab of a truck, with the nested stack of traffic delineators being laid on one of its sides so the stack extends generally forwardly-rearwardly, with a relatively smaller front end region of the nested stack situated forwardly of a relatively larger rear end region of the nested stack. The rack structure has a forwardly-rearwardly-movable component configured to perimetrically surround and support a portion of the relatively smaller front end region of the stack, and a forwardly-rearwardly extending fixed component that underlies and supports a portion of the relatively larger rear end region of the stack. 1. An over-cab storage rack suitable for supporting a nested stack of barrel-like traffic delineators in a horizontal orientation extending from front-to-rear at a location overlying a cab of a flat bed truck , wherein each of the barrel-type delineators has a forward end region of diminished diameter in comparison with the rearward end region of the delineator , with the over-cab storage rack comprising:a) a pair of elongate, substantially straight tubular rails;b) support structure connected to and supporting the pair of elongate tubular rails in parallel, spaced, forward-rearward extending relationship at a location overlying the cab of the flat bed truck;c) a hoop structure slidably supported for forward-rearward movement along and atop lengths of the rails;d) with the hoop structure including hoop that is configured to receive and support a reduced diameter forward end region of a first of the barrel-like traffic delineators as the traffic delineators are added one at a time to form the horizontally oriented stack of barrel-type traffic delineators that is supported by the rails of the rack structure; ande) with the parallel spacing between the rails being chosen to ...

SKELETON FOR TRUCK BED AND CONVERTIBLE TOP

A truck bed accessory frame is disclosed therein which allows for reconfiguration between an opened position and a closed position. In the open position, objects taller than the frame can loaded onto the truck bed. In the closed position, objects placed in the truck bed can be protected from the environmental elements (e.g. rain and UV rays from the sun). 120-. (canceled)21. A truck bed cover for a truck having a cab and a truck bed , the truck bed cover comprising: a pair of forward side posts disposable adjacent a forward portion of the truck bed so as to extend upward from the truck bed;', 'a pair of rearward side posts disposable adjacent a rearward portion of the truck bed so as to extend upward from the truck bed; and', 'a pair of longitudinal extension members, each longitudinal extension member ex-tending between a respective one of the pair of forward side posts and a respective one of the pair of rearward side posts;, 'an external frame connectable to the truck bed, the external frame comprisinga rack slidably connected to the external frame;a pair of rails coupled to respective ones of the pair of longitudinal extension members, the rack being slidable along the pair of rails.22. The truck bed cover recited in claim 21 , wherein each of the pair of rails includes a first section positionable over the cab claim 21 , and a second section extendable along the respective one of the pair of longitudinal extension members claim 21 , the first section being angled relative to the second section.23. The truck bed cover recited in claim 22 , wherein the rack is pivotable relative to the pair of rails.24. The truck bed cover recited in claim 21 , further comprising a weather strip engageable with the external frame and positionable between the external frame and the cab to form a water tight seal between the external frame and the cab.25. The truck bed cover recited in claim 24 , wherein the weather strip defines an opening that is alignable with a window on the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A HOUSING EQUIPMENT FOR A SECURITY VEHICLE

A system for providing security functions to a vehicle may comprise a chassis and a drone. The chassis may be configured to be mounted on top of the vehicle. The chassis may include a drone port for housing a drone. The drone may include a camera. The camera of the drone may be configured to capture images of objects outside of the chassis while the drone is positioned in the drone port. A device including the chassis may be a light bar and further include lights positioned at a periphery of the device. 1. A chassis for a security vehicle , the chassis comprising:one or more lights;one or more radios;one or more antennas; wherein the chassis is mounted on top of the vehicle.2. The chassis of claim 1 , comprising:one or more bays for receiving a piece of equipment; 'an exterior housing.', 'wiring between the bays for at least one of power and data; and'}3. The chassis of claim 1 , including a drone port.4. The chassis of claim 3 , comprising a window that permits passage of light from an exterior of the chassis to an interior of the chassis.5. The chassis of claim 4 , wherein the window is positioned adjacent the drone port to enable a camera of a drone in the drone port to capture images of objects outside of the chassis.6. The chassis of claim 4 , comprising a camera positioned proximate to the window to capture images of objects and events around the chassis.7. The chassis of claim 3 , wherein the drone port is positioned asymmetrically within the chassis.8. The chassis of claim 6 , wherein the chassis includes a storage system configured to receive and store the captured images of objects from the camera of the drone.9. A system for providing security functions to a vehicle claim 6 , comprising:a chassis configured to be mounted on top of the vehicle, the chassis including a drone port; anda drone including a camera, wherein while the drone is positioned in the drone port, the camera of the drone is configured to capture images of objects outside of the chassis. ...

VEHICULAR ROOF RACK MOUNTING BRACKET

A vehicular roof rack mounting bracket capable of securement onto load carrier bars of different dimensions is presented. The bracket can include an upper jaw, a bolt head receiver space defined within a portion of the upper jaw, and a lower jaw. The bracket can also include a rotary tightener configured to adjustably couple the upper jaw to the lower jaw. 1. A bracket for securing a load to a support bar of a vehicle roof rack , the bracket comprising:a clamp configured to attach to a roof rack, the clamp comprising an upper jaw and a lower jaw;a T-bolt receiver space defined within a portion of the clamp; anda rotary tightener configured to adjustably couple the upper jaw to the lower jaw.2. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the T-bolt receiver space is defined within the upper jaw and is centrally located along the length of the upper jaw.3. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the T-bolt receiver space is configured to receive the entire head of a T-bolt.4. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the T-bolt receiver space comprises a through hole in the upper jaw.5. The bracket of claim 4 , wherein the through hole extends through the upper jaw of the clamp from an upper surface of the upper jaw to a lower surface of the upper jaw.6. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the rotary tightener is pivotally coupled to the lower jaw.7. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the rotatory tightener comprises a female portion pivotally coupled to the lower jaw and a male portion configured to be releasably received in the female portion.8. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the upper jaw comprises an opening for receiving a portion of the rotary tightener.9. The bracket of claim 8 , wherein the opening comprises a central axis extending through the center of the opening claim 8 , wherein the T-bolt receiver space comprises an aperture configured to receive a shaft of a T-bolt claim 8 , and wherein the central axis of the opening is substantially parallel to a central axis extending through the ...

Ladder Rack for Vehicle Trailers

A ladder rack for transporting ladders on the roof of a vehicle trailer comprising ladder support members. The ladder support members include male and female crossbars that telescope. Extending downward from the crossbar are connecting bars. T-shaped t-bar side mounting brackets are connected to the bottom of the connecting bars, which side mounting brackets are employed to connect the ladder rack of the present invention to the rain gutter of the vehicle trailer. A ladder stop may be provided which extends vertically upward from the crossbar to prevent lateral movement of a transported ladder. 1. A rack for transporting ladders on the roof of a vehicle , comprising:a first ladder support, said first ladder support including a male crossbar;a second ladder support, said second ladder support including a female crossbar;a first connecting bar attached to and extending downward from said male crossbar, and also upward from said male crossbar, said first connecting bar having a bottom end;a second connecting bar attached to and extending downward from said female crossbar, and also upward from said female crossbar, said second connecting bar having a bottom end;a t-bar mounting bracket attached to said bottom end of said first connecting bar; anda t-bar mounting bracket attached to said bottom end of said first connecting bar;whereby said male crossbar is inserted into said female crossbar and telescopes relative thereto thereby adjusting the width of said ladder rack and allowing the ladder rack to be installed on different width vehicle trailers.2. The rack for transporting ladders of which further includes a ladder stop extending vertically upward from said ladder rack.3. (canceled) The present invention is a rack for placement on the roof of a vehicle trailer for holding one or more ladders. More specifically, the ladder rack of the present invention has telescoping crossbars to facilitate placement and securing on a variety of different width trailers.Contractors, ...

CROSSBAR CLAMP DEVICES

Racks are used to carry cargo on top of vehicles. Racks include crossbars and assemblies configured to secure specific cargo items to the crossbars. Clamps for connecting cargo-specific assemblies to the crossbars, include first and second jaws, and an adjustment device for selectively controlling horizontal relative movement between the jaws. 1. An apparatus for securing cargo to a crossbar on top of a vehicle comprising:a base having a top side, a bottom side, a clamping axis, and an internal track aligned with the clamping axis;a cargo supporting device fixed to the top side of the base;a stationary jaw portion descending from the bottom side of the base, the jaw portion having an external side and a concave internal surface configured for contacting a crossbar which is oriented substantially perpendicular to the clamping axis of the base;a sliding jaw member having a concave internal surface, the sliding jaw member being configured to move along the internal track of the base for clamping a crossbar cooperatively with the stationary jaw portion; andan adjustment device connected to the sliding jaw member configured for manipulation to move the sliding jaw member back and forth along the internal track of the base while the cargo supporting device remains fixed to the top side of the base.2. A method of securing a cargo item on top of a vehicle , the method comprising:providing a rack having a base defining an internal track aligned with a clamping axis, a stationary jaw portion fixedly located at a front end of the base, and a reciprocating jaw portion moveable in the track toward and away from the stationary jaw portion;placing the base on a crossbar mounted on top of a vehicle;contacting a front side of the crossbar by the stationary jaw portion; andhorizontally translating the reciprocating jaw portion into clamping engagement with a back side of the crossbar to secure the rack on the crossbar. This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent ...

Magnetic Fishing Rod Roof Rack For Conveniently Transporting Fishing Rods On Any Metal Roof

Disclosed is a portable magnetic sporting equipment rack with at least a base coupled to magnets on its underside, and an optional cover. In the preferred embodiment the magnets are strong rare earth neodymium magnets. The magnets are arranged on the underside as “feet” that tightly secure to any metal surface. Such a surface may be the roof of any car, van, truck, SUV, to allow convenient, fast and safe transport of fishing rods on the roof of any vehicle. The rack may be comprised of a base and cover, with straps or other means of securing fishing rods and the cover in place. The piece may also be removed and used as a carrying case or may also serve as ornamental fishing rod storage piece on any metallic surface. 1. A sporting equipment transportation device comprising rare earth neodymium magnets.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sporting equipment comprises fishing rods.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the magnets attach to a metal surface.4. Claim 3 , wherein the metal surface is a roof of a vehicle.5. Claim 4 , further comprising a base piece containing slots or indentations capable of holding a fishing rod Claim 4 , which may be further secured into said slots or indentations by straps or stretch cords.6. wherein the magnets may be backed by springs to absorb shock.7. Claim 5 , wherein the magnet are flat on their bottom surface Claim 5 , but may shift in order to accommodate a curved surface.8. Claim 6 , wherein the magnet are flat on their bottom surface Claim 6 , but may shift in order to accommodate a curved surface.9. Claim 5 , wherein the device is removed from a metal surface only by applying vertical force to at least one point on the device.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein no screws claim 9 , bolts claim 9 , adhesives claim 9 , or other fasteners are used to connect the device to a metal surface.11. The device of claim 5 , wherein the device is removable from the metal surface and may be used as a carrying case for fishing rods.12. A ...

DEVICE FOR SECURING PLURALITY OF LOADS OVER A ROOF RACK OF THE VEHICLE

Disclosed is a device for securing plurality of loads over a roof rack of the vehicle. The device includes plurality of elongated bars integrated with the roof rack, and one or more hooking unit. The hooking unit including plurality of grub screws to slip into the plurality of bars to maintain the aerodynamic integrity of the roof rack bars. In one embodiment the hooking unit is movable into at least one of an upright position and a down position. The upright position of the hooking unit enables the hooking unit to sec re loads on the roof rack. The down position of the hooking unit visually disappear the roof rack and maintains the aerodynamic aspects of the plurality of elongated bars. 1. A device for securing plurality of loads over a roof rack of the vehicle , the device comprising: plurality of elongated bars integrated with the roof rack; and one or more hooking unit including plurality of grub screws to slip into the plurality of bars to maintain the aerodynamic integrity of the elongated bars , wherein the hooking unit is movable into at last one of: an upright position and a down position.2. The upright position of the hooking unit according to enables the hooking unit to secure loads on the roof rack.3. The down position of the hooking unit according to visually disappears the roof rack and maintains the aerodynamic aspects of the plurality of elongated bars.4. The hooking unit according to includes a groove to receive the plurality of bars. The presently disclosed embodiments are related, in general, to load carrying devices. More particularly, the presently disclosed embodiments are related to a device for securing plurality of loads over a roof rack of the vehicle.Various types of vehicle roof racks have been developed to facilitate transportation of loads, bicycle, and skis. These roof racks are typically secured to the roof on a vehicle and provide attachment points for the various items of sporting gear. The fundamental components of such racks are a ...

VEHICLE ROOF RAIL ATTACHMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD

A roof rail and an apparatus for attaching the roof rail to the roof of a vehicle are provided. The roof rail is elongated and includes a bottom portion for engaging the outer surface of the roof. The roof rail also includes inboard and outboard side portions extending between the bottom portion and a top portion. An access hole is provided in the roof rail on an inboard side portion or at a location that is lower than an uppermost point of the roof rail for providing access to a fastener such as a roof stud or bolt attaching the roof rail to the roof. The access hole is blocked from view from a laterally outer side of the roof rail. 1. A roof rail for a roof of a vehicle comprising:a bottom portion for engaging the roof;a top portion opposite the bottom portion;an inboard side portion and an outboard side portion each extending between the top portion and the bottom portion and spaced apart and extending generally parallel to one another in a longitudinal direction;the bottom portion and the top portion and the inboard side portion and the outboard side portion defining an elongated shape enclosing an interior space of the roof rail;an access hole disposed lower than an uppermost point of the roof rail and inboard relative to the outboard side portion to provide access to the interior space for attaching the roof rail to the roof of the vehicle.2. The roof rail for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the bottom portion of the roof rail has a shape that is complementary with a portion of the roof.3. The roof rail for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the access hole is disposed on an inner portion of the top portion claim 1 , and an outer portion of the top portion extends higher than the access hole.4. The roof rail for a vehicle of claim 1 , further including a cover for enclosing the access hole.5. The roof rail for a vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the cover is removable from the access hole.6. The roof rail for a vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the cover is attached to the ...

VEHICULAR SUPPORT FOR SURFBOARD

A method for supporting a surfboard during vehicular transport includes positioning an apparatus in a backseat of a convertible such that the apparatus stands on each of two seats of the backset; using seatbelts in the backset of the convertible, securing the apparatus against backs of the seats; with the top of the convertible down, positioning the surfboard onto a top of a frame of a windshield of the convertible while positioning the surfboard onto a platform of the apparatus; and securing the surfboard to the platform using one or more straps. The surfboard is supported on the convertible by the windshield frame and by the platform of the apparatus that has been stood up in the backseat of the convertible. 1. An apparatus for supporting an elongate object for vehicular transport , comprising:(a) a first leg adapted for placement on a seat of a backset of a convertible;(b) a second leg adapted for placement on another seat of the backset of the convertible; and(c) an upper support body supported by the first and second legs and comprising a platform for abutment and support thereon of the elongate object.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongate object comprises a board.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the board comprises a surfboard claim 2 , a windsurfing board claim 2 , a paddleboard claim 2 , or other a similarly shaped board.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongate object comprises a kayak claim 1 , a canoe claim 1 , or other elongate object having a similar hull.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the legs are similar in structure and are interchangeable.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform transitions between an elevation above headrests of the convertible and below headrests of the convertible.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the platform transitions by rotation.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the platform comprises a material that cushions the elongate object during vehicular transport.9. The apparatus ...

SAFARI BICYCLE RACK

A safari bicycle rack, method for making the safari bicycle rack, and method for mounting a bicycle to the safari bicycle rack on an exposed roll can include: providing the bicycle rack comprising: a crossbar having an elongate longitudinal length section with laterally curved end sections extending from each side of the longitudinal length, the crossbar having a top side that includes one or more bicycle receivers and having a length sufficient to extend across the roll cage; and a mounting bracket on an end of each laterally curved end section, the mounting brackets each being planar and having an aperture extending through the bracket from a top surface to an opposite bottom surface, the mounting brackets each having bottom surface received on the roll cage with fastener extending through each aperture and a vertical hole in the longitudinal bars such that the crossbar is elevated off the longitudinal bars. 1. A safari bicycle rack comprising:a bottom safari bicycle rack bar defining at least a portion of a bottom perimeter of the safari bicycle rack;a crossbar forming a portion of the bottom safari bicycle rack bar, the crossbar having an elongate longitudinal length section with laterally curved end sections extending from each side of the longitudinal length, the crossbar having a top side that includes one or more bicycle receivers for mounting a bicycle thereto and having a length sufficient to extend across a roll cage of a vehicle; anda mounting bracket on an end of each laterally curved end section of the cross bar, the mounting brackets each being planar with an aperture extending through the bracket from a top surface to an opposite bottom surface, the mounting brackets each having a bottom surface adapted to be received on a surface of a longitudinal bar of the roll cage with a fastener extending through each aperture and a vertical hole in the longitudinal bars such that the crossbar is elevated off the longitudinal bars at a plane extending between ...

Ergonomic Ladder Rack

Embodiments of the Ergonomic Ladder Rack are comprised of two or more fixed cross-members, one or more inner axis rods, one or more stops, two or more ladder support arms, one or more fluid or gas filled dampers, two or more ladder hooks, two or more ladder stop/securing arms, one or more connecting tubes, and a handle assembly. The cross-members are spaced on the vehicle in such a way as to traverse much of the length of the vehicle. The inner axis rod is placed perpendicular through apertures formed by the fixed cross-members. The connecting tubes extend between each fixed cross-member allow each ladder support arms to rotate in combination with the others. The handle assembly is comprised of a handle, a pair of support braces, a handle axis tube, a bat wing bracket, a rear bushing, a front bushing, and a securing bolt. 1) An ergonomic ladder rack comprised of two or more fixed cross-members;an inner axis rod;one or more stop mechanisms;two or more ladder support arms;one or more fluid or gas filled dampers;two or more ladder hooks;two or more ladder stop/securing arms;one or more connecting tubes; anda handle assembly.2) The ergonomic ladder rack described in comprised of the two or more fixed cross-members adapted to attach to a motor vehicle claim 1 , spaced apart in such a way as to traverse much of the length of the motor vehicle;vertical walls the fixed cross members forming a hole close to the end located on the outboard side of the vehicle to accept one or more anti-friction bushings;an inner axis rod running perpendicular through the anti-friction bushings and through the fixed cross-members; andone or more stop mechanisms are comprised of a stop a mounting brackets which acts as another stop wherein the stop and the mounting bracket are affixed to the fixed cross-members so as to allow the inner axis rod to spin freely within the anti-friction bushings from the closed/stored position to the open/access position and back to the closed/stored position.3) ...

UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE LOCKING LANDING PAD

This specification describes systems for unmanned aerial vehicle carrying and deployment. In some examples, an unmanned vehicle includes a drive system and a chassis. The chassis includes a platform for carrying an unmanned aerial vehicle and a retainer configured to secure the unmanned aerial vehicle to the platform while the drive system drives the unmanned vehicle. The clamping system includes at least a first rotating bar and a protrusion from the first rotating bar. 1. An unmanned vehicle comprising:a drive system; and a platform configured to carry an unmanned aerial vehicle; and', 'a retainer configured to secure the unmanned aerial vehicle to the platform while the drive system drives the unmanned vehicle, wherein the retainer comprises at least a first rotating bar and a protrusion from the first rotating bar., 'a chassis comprising2. The unmanned vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the first rotating bar is driven on a first end of the first rotating bar by a first servo motor claim 1 , wherein the first rotating bar is secured to the platform at a second end of the first rotating bar by a pin running through a bracket claim 1 , and wherein securing the unmanned aerial vehicle to the platform comprises controlling the first servo motor to rotate the first rotating bar such that the protrusion from the first rotating bar contacts the unmanned aerial vehicle.3. The unmanned vehicle of claim 1 , wherein securing the unmanned aerial vehicle to the platform comprises rotating the first rotating bar in a first rotational direction such that the protrusion from the first rotating bar contacts the unmanned aerial vehicle claim 1 , and wherein the retainer is configured to release the unmanned aerial vehicle by rotating the first rotating bar in a second rotational direction such that the protrusion rotates away from the unmanned aerial vehicle.4. The unmanned vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the retainer comprises a second rotating bar and a second protrusion from the second ...

VEHICLE RACK SYSTEM WITH A BICYCLE-GRIPPING CARRIER

Roof-mounted vehicle rack system including a load carrier. In some embodiments, the load carrier may be a bicycle carrier having an elongate base and an arm equipped with a frame-gripping device. The frame-gripping device may be operated with an actuating member, which may be centered transversely on the base for equal accessibility from either lateral side of the carrier. The actuating member and the arm may be mounted separately to the base at respective positions that are spaced along the base from each other. 1. A load carrier mountable to a vehicle and configured to hold a bicycle above the roof of the vehicle , comprising:an elongate base;at least one wheel-binding device to secure at least one wheel of a bicycle to the base;an arm having a first end connected to the base and a second end including a gripping device having a pair of jaws to grip a frame portion of the bicycle; andan actuating member operatively connected to the gripping device such that manipulation of the actuating member closes the jaws to grip the frame portion and opens the jaws to release the frame portion, the actuating member and the arm being mounted to the base separately from each other.2. The load carrier of claim 1 , wherein the actuating member is centered transversely on the base.3. The load carrier of claim 1 , wherein the arm is pivotally connected to the base and is pivotable with respect to the base without moving the actuating member with respect to the base.4. The load carrier of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the arm and the actuating member are mounted to the base at respective sites that are spaced from each other along the base.5. The load carrier of claim 1 , wherein the base defines a longitudinal channel claim 1 , further comprising a linkage that operatively connects the actuating member to the gripping device claim 1 , a portion of the linkage being disposed in and extending along the channel.6. The load carrier of claim 5 , wherein the linkage includes a cable ...

Vehicle Roof Storage Device

A vehicle roof storage device is provided. The device is formed of a body and a slider rack. The slider rack is moveable between a stowed position for driving, and an extended position angled downward and contacting the ground. In the extended position, a user can easily load and unload the device without having to lift items overhead to load on the vehicle.

FOLDING ROOFTOP CONTAINER FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A foldable roof container for a motor vehicle comprises a bottom element, a cover unit fastened to the bottom element, and an integrated fastening unit for the direct, releasable fastening of the roof container on the motor vehicle. 115-. (canceled)16. A foldable roof container for a motor vehicle , the foldable roof container comprising:a bottom element;a cover unit fastened to the bottom element; andan integrated fastening unit for the direct, releasable fastening of the roof container on the motor vehicle.17. The roof container as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the bottom element is designed as a single piece.18. The roof container as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the bottom element comprises a bottom wall and boundary walls formed on it.19. The roof container as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the boundary walls comprise a front boundary wall claim 17 , a rear boundary wall claim 17 , and two side boundary walls respectively arranged in between.20. The roof container as claimed in claim 16 , comprising at least one profile element in the bottom element.21. The roof container as claimed in claim 16 , comprising a protective coating on an exterior underside of the bottom element.22. The roof container as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the fastening unit comprises at least one magnetic element.23. The roof container as claimed in claim 22 , wherein the magnetic element of the fastening unit is integrated in at least one of the group comprising a side boundary wall claim 22 , a bottom wall claim 22 , a front boundary wall claim 22 , and a rear boundary wall.24. The roof container as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the fastening unit comprises shaped elements claim 16 , which are arranged on the bottom element.25. The roof container as claimed in claim 24 , wherein the shaped elements of the fastening unit are provided on the side boundary walls.26. The roof container as claimed in claim 24 , wherein the shaped elements are integrated in the side boundary walls.27. The ...

ROOF RACK WITH INTEGRATED LIGHT

A roof rack with integrated light includes a mounting frame section with an integrated receptacle in the front or rear side. This mounting frame section is mounted to the roof of a vehicle using mounting elements that connect it directly to the roof or other sections of the roof rack. A light source suitable for automotive applications is located in the receptacle and covered with a lens. This lens covers the majority of the length of the frame section but does not extend above the top of the frame section. The system can be powered by connecting it to the vehicles system or a battery. 1. A vehicular roof rack lighting system , comprising:a mounting frame section, said mounting frame section configured for mounting to a first and a second mounting element;wherein said mounting frame section has a top, a front, and a rear side;wherein said mounting frame section comprises a receptacle for a light source within the mounting frame section at the front or rear side;wherein said light source is configured for connection to a power source;a translucent lens at the front or rear side of the mounting frame section covering the light source;wherein said lens covers the majority of the front or rear side of the mounting frame section;wherein said receptacle is configured to structurally cover and protect by an upper portion of said lens generally parallel to a roof of an equipped vehicle.2. The vehicular roof rack lighting system of further comprising a diffuser.3. The vehicular roof rack lighting system of wherein the translucent lens further comprises a diffuser.4. The vehicular roof rack lighting system of wherein the light source comprises an LED light source.5. The vehicular roof rack lighting system of wherein the light source comprises a fluorescent light source.6. The vehicular roof rack lighting system of wherein the light source comprises a halogen light source.7. A vehicular roof rack lighting system claim 1 , comprising:a mounting frame section, said mounting ...

ROOF-RACK MECHANISM FOR AUTOMOBILE

A roof-rack mechanism includes one or more retaining devices attached to a track, and a lock device engaged with the track and the retaining device for detachably attaching the retaining device to the track. The retaining device includes a base member, and a bracket attached to the base member and mounted on the track. The bracket includes a recess formed between two legs for engaging with the track, and the lock device is engaged with the track and the legs of the bracket. The retaining device includes two flaps engaged onto the legs of the bracket and secured to the legs and the track with the lock device. The retaining device includes a cover pivotally attached to the base member with a coupler. 1. A roof-rack mechanism comprising:at least one track, at least one retaining device attached to said at least one track, anda lock device engaged with said at least one track and said at least one retaining device for detachably attaching said at least one retaining device to said at least one track.2. The roof-rack mechanism as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said at least one retaining device includes a base member claim 1 , and a bracket attached to said base member and mounted on said at least one track.3. The roof-rack mechanism as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said bracket includes a recess formed between two legs for engaging with said at least one track claim 2 , and said lock device is engaged with said at least one track and said legs of said bracket.4. The roof-rack mechanism as claimed in claim 3 , wherein said at least one retaining device includes two flaps engaged onto said legs of said bracket and secured to said legs and said at least one track with said lock device.5. The roof-rack mechanism as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said at least one retaining device includes a bar engaged between said base member and said bracket.6. The roof-rack mechanism as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said at least one retaining device includes a cover pivotally attached to said ...

LADDER RACK FOR A VEHICLE

A ladder rack for supporting a ladder on a vehicle. The ladder rack comprises a supporting arrangement anchored only along a single edge area of a rooftop, the supporting arrangement comprising a first load-bearing member entirely extending over the rooftop within an edge of the rooftop and a second load-bearing member extending substantially parallel to the first load-bearing member with a lateral offset, outside the rooftop and away from the edge of the rooftop. A ladder-supporting arrangement holds the ladder and connects to the first load-bearing member and to the first load-bearing member for supporting a weight of the ladder. The remainder of the rooftop surface is exempt of any member and is free for other purposes. The ladder is held on a side of the vehicle with an offset to be able to open a sliding door on the same side of the vehicle as the ladder rack. 1. A ladder rack for supporting a ladder on a vehicle , the ladder rack comprising:a supporting arrangement anchored on a rooftop of the vehicle having two edges, the supporting arrangement anchored only along a single edge thereof, and comprising bars spanning across the single edge of the rooftop, on either side of the single edge and being both parallel to the single edge of the rooftop of the vehicle, a weight of the ladder being distributing by the bars.2. The ladder rack of claim 1 , wherein the bars distributing the weight of the ladder comprise a first bar and a second bar claim 1 , wherein the supporting arrangement is secured to anchors at predetermined locations on the rooftop of the vehicle claim 1 , the ladder rack further comprising an offset supporting member which supports the second bar with a lateral offset relative to the first bar claim 1 , the offset supporting member being also secured to the anchors.3. The ladder rack of claim 2 , wherein the anchors at predetermined locations on the rooftop of the vehicle are located on a same edge area by the single edge of the rooftop claim 2 , ...

MODULAR ROOF RAIL COVER

A roof rail connectable to a roof of a vehicle includes a substrate connected to the roof of the vehicle, and a modular cover having a first cover connected to the substrate and a second cover connected to the substrate, wherein the modular cover covers the substrate. 1. A roof rail connectable to a roof of a vehicle , the roof rail comprising:a substrate connected to the roof of the vehicle; anda modular cover having a first cover connected to the substrate and a second cover connected to the substrate, wherein the modular cover covers the substrate.2. The roof rail of wherein the first cover includes a first distal end of the roof rail and the second cover is a central portion of the roof rail.3. The roof rail of wherein the first cover and the second cover have a first overlap joint.4. The roof rail of wherein the first cover includes a lower recess of the first overlap joint and the second cover includes an upper recess of the first overlap joint to receive the lower portion of the first overlap joint.5. The roof rail of further comprising an adhesive tape disposed on the lower recess of the first overlap joint.6. The roof rail of wherein the modular cover further comprises a third cover which includes a second distal end of the roof rail.7. The roof rail of wherein the second cover and the third cover have a second overlap joint.8. The roof rail of wherein the third cover includes a lower recess of the second overlap joint and the second cover includes an upper recess to receive the lower portion of the second overlap joint.9. The roof rail of further comprising an adhesive tape disposed on the lower recess of the second overlap joint.10. The roof rail of wherein the substrate includes a first portion connected to a second portion by a first connection feature.11. The roof rail of wherein the substrate further includes a third portion connected to the second portion by a second connection feature.12. The roof rail of wherein the first cover and the second cover ...

MODULAR ROOF RAIL SUBSTRATE

A roof rail attachable to a roof of a motor vehicle includes a modular substrate connected to the roof, the modular substrate having a first portion connected by a first connection feature to a second portion. A cover is connected to the modular substrate and covers the modular substrate. 1. A roof rail attachable to a roof of a motor vehicle , the roof rail comprising:a substrate connected to the roof, the substrate having a first portion connected by a first connection feature to a second portion; anda cover connected to the substrate and covering the substrate.2. The roof rail of wherein the first portion includes a first distal end of the roof rail and the second portion is a central portion of the roof rail.3. The roof rail of wherein the substrate further includes a third portion connected to the second portion by a second connection feature claim 2 , the third portion including a second distal end of the roof rail.4. The roof rail of wherein the first substrate portion and the second substrate portion each include a first wall and a second wall extending generally upward from the roof and a top portion connecting the first wall with the second wall.5. The roof rail of wherein the first connecting feature includes a hook formed in the first wall or the second wall of the first portion and a tab formed in the first wall or the second wall of the second portion claim 4 , wherein the tab is sized to fit within the hook to align the first and second portions together.6. The roof rail of wherein the tab and the hook are formed in the first wall.7. The roof rail of wherein the first connecting feature further comprises a first tab extending from the first wall of the first portion or the second portion claim 6 , the first tab having a first rib configured to melt under sonic welding.8. The roof rail of wherein the first connecting feature further comprises a second tab extending from the second wall of the first portion or the second portion claim 7 , the second tab ...

Carrier for a two wheeled vehicle

A bike carrier that retains the wheels of a bike in a tray between pivoting retention arms with ratchets that hold the arms against the tires. The retention arms are quickly adjustable for different sized tires without tools. An embodiment provides a bike wheel main tray assembly pivotally mounted on a trailer hitch drawbar at an operational horizontal position and a compact vertical position selectable via a trigger at the back of the tray assembly. The main wheel tray assembly has a tray for each wheel of a bike. The two trays pivot between a compact position for shipping and storage and an operational position that is automatically locked. An add-on tray assembly provides wheel trays for a second bike. It connects to the main tray assembly without tools, and provides a trigger at the back connected to the pivot selector of the main tray assembly.

Roof Rack Comprising A Load Sensor

A load carrier for a vehicle includes at least one vehicle attachment portion and a load carrying portion. The at least one vehicle attachment portion or the load carrying portion includes at least one sensor. 1. A load carrier for a vehicle , comprising:at least one vehicle attachment portion; anda load carrying portion,wherein said at least one vehicle attachment portion or said load carrying portion comprises at least one sensor.2. The load carrier according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one vehicle attachment portion is at least one load carrier foot and wherein said load carrying portion is a load carrying bar.3. The load carrier according to claim 1 , wherein said load carrier comprises a communication unit configured to communicate with an electronic device and said communication unit is configured to transmit or receive data to or from said electronic device to improve calibration of at least one sensor claim 1 , wherein said electronic device comprises one or more electronic devices selected from the list of: an electronic device of said vehicle claim 1 , a hand held electronic device claim 1 , a mobile phone claim 1 , a smart pad claim 1 , a lap top claim 1 , a desk top computer claim 1 , and a database server.4. The load carrier according to claim 3 , wherein said load carrier comprises a processing unit configured to process a received signal from said at least one sensor or from an electronic device communicating with said load carrier.5. The load carrier according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one sensor is at least one sensor selected from the list of: a strain gauge sensor claim 1 , a magneto elastic sensor claim 1 , a pressure sensor claim 1 , a temperature sensor claim 1 , an accelerometer claim 1 , a lock sensor claim 1 , and an accessory attachment sensor.6. The load carrier according to claim 1 , wherein said load carrying portion is a load carrying bar and said at least one sensor of said load carrying portion is arranged inside or on ...

Roof Mounted Bike Carrier

Disclosed is a supporting structure for a roof mounted bike carrier having a wheel tray. The supporting structure includes a first attachment part and a second attachment part which is separable from the first attachment part. The supporting structure includes a bike supporting device having a coupling section coupled to the first attachment part and adapted to support a bike with a supporting section thereof The first attachment part and the second attachment part are structured so as to be invertedly couplable for providing respective reversed positions of the bike supporting device with respect to the second attachment part. 1. A supporting structure for a roof mounted bike carrier having a wheel tray , the supporting structure comprising:a first attachment part and a second attachment part being separable from said first attachment part; anda bike supporting device having a coupling section coupled to said first attachment part and adapted to support a bike with a supporting section thereof,wherein said first attachment part and said second attachment part are adapted to be invertedly couplable to provide respective reversed positions of said bike supporting device with respect to said second attachment part.2. The supporting structure according to claim 1 , wherein said first attachment part comprises a cross bar attachment part fixedly mountable on a cross bar of a vehicle load carrier system.3. The supporting structure according to claim 1 , wherein said second attachment part comprises a wheel tray attachment part fixedly mountable to an underside of a wheel tray of said bike carrier.4. The supporting structure according to claim 1 , wherein said bike supporting device is rotatably coupled to said first attachment part claim 1 , wherein in a mounted condition an axis of rotation of said bike supporting device is parallel to a cross bar of a load carrier system of a vehicle.5. The supporting structure according to claim 4 , wherein said bike supporting device ...

Movable Roof Rack for Motor Vehicles

In order to create a movable roof rack for motor vehicles, wherein the roof rack has a support device for receiving a load, in particular for receiving a roof box, and wherein the support device is movable between a travel position and a loading position, at least one profiled support section () is provided in order to move the support device between the travel position and the loading position, and the at least one profiled support section () is arranged on a vehicle pillar () of a motor vehicle and is designed to support the support device. 1115116215216115116215216101102201202200. A movable roof rack for motor vehicles , wherein the roof rack has a support device for receiving a load , in particular for receiving a roof box , and wherein the support device can be moved between a travel position and a loading position , characterized in that at least one profiled support section ( , , , ) is provided in order to move the support device between the travel position and the loading position , and the at least one profiled support section ( , , , ) is arranged on a vehicle pillar ( , , , ) of a motor vehicle () and is designed to support the support device.2115116215216101102201202200200. The movable roof rack according to claim 1 , characterized in that the least one profiled support section ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ) is connected claim 1 , in particular articulated claim 1 , at a first in the area to the vehicle pillar ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ) and/or at a second end area to the support device claim 1 , and/or the movement of the support device between r the travel position and loading position basically does not having any rotating part; and/or the loading position is below the travel position claim 1 , and/or the loading position is to the side of the travel position with reference to the motor vehicle () when the roof rack is in the mounted state on a motor vehicle ().3200200. The movable roof rack according to claim 1 , characterized in that the ...

SOLAR POWERED VEHICLE TOPPER UNIT

A solar powered vehicle topper unit and systems and methods for the same are provided. A solar energy harvesting device is electrically connected to an electronic display within a housing. The solar energy harvesting device is located above the housing. The solar energy harvesting device has a first footprint, and the housing has a second footprint which is smaller than the first footprint. 1. A solar powered vehicle topper unit (“VTU”) comprising:an electronic display;a housing for said electronic display; anda solar energy harvesting device electrically connected to said electronic display, wherein said solar energy harvesting device has a first footprint and said housing has a second footprint which is smaller than said first footprint.2. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said solar energy harvesting device is located above said housing such that said first footprint overlies said second footprint.3. The solar powered VTU of further comprising:a support structure extending between said housing and said solar energy harvesting device.4. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said support structure extends between said housing and said solar energy harvesting device to elevate said solar energy harvesting device above said housing such that a bottom surface of said solar energy harvesting device is spaced apart from a top surface of said housing.5. The solar powered VTU of further comprising:an energy storage device electrically connected, directly or indirectly, to said electronic display and said solar energy harvesting device.6. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said energy storage device comprises a vehicle battery.7. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said vehicle comprises an electric propulsion system comprising said vehicle battery.8. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine and an alternator electrically connected, directly or indirectly, to said vehicle battery.9. The solar powered VTU of further comprising:a mounting ...

VEHICLE ROOF STRUCTURE

A vehicle roof structure includes a roof bow and a stiffening member. The roof bow has a main section with a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a middle section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow. The stiffening member has a panel portion with a plurality of forward projections extending from a forward edge of the panel portion and a plurality of rearward projections extending from a rearward edge of the panel portion. The plurality of forward projections are fixedly attached to the forward flange section of the roof bow and the plurality of rearward projections are fixedly attached to the rearward flange section of the roof bow. The panel portion of the stiffening member is located between the forward flange section and the rearward flange section of the roof bow. 1. A vehicle roof structure , comprising:a roof bow configured for attachment to a vehicle, the roof bow having a main section with a first end and a second end, a first overall length being measured from the first end to the second end and a first overall width being measured perpendicular to the first overall length, the main section having a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a middle section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow between the first end and the second end, where forward and rearward directions are defined relative to a forward and rearward directions of the vehicle; anda stiffening member having a panel portion with a first end and a second end, the panel portion of the stiffening member having a second overall length being measured from the first end to the second end that is approximately equal to the first overall length and the panel portion of the stiffening member having a second overall width being measured perpendicular to the second overall length, the first overall width of the roof bow being greater than the second overall width of the panel portion of the stiffening member,the panel portion having a ...

VEHICLE ROOF STRUCTURE

A vehicle roof structure includes a roof bow, a vibration dampening plate and a weighted member attached to the vibration dampening plate. The roof bow has a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a central section, the central section defining a recessed area. The vibration dampening plate is installed to an upper surface of the roof bow proximate the central section. A weighted member is fixedly attached to a lower surface of the vibration dampening plate such that the weighted member is at a level above the upper surface of the recessed area of the roof bow and has a non-contacting relationship with the roof bow. 1. A vehicle roof structure , comprising:a roof bow configured and dimension to install to opposing roof rails of a vehicle body structure, the roof bow having a first end and a second end, a first overall length being measured from the first end to the second end and a first overall width being measured perpendicular to the first overall length, the roof bow having a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a central section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow between the first end and the second end, where forward and rearward directions are defined relative to a forward and rearward directions of the vehicle body structure, the central section defining a recessed area having an upper surface that is lower than respective upper surfaces of the forward and rearward flange sections;a vibration dampening plate installed to an upper surface of the roof bow proximate the central section of the roof bow spaced apart from the first end and the second end of the roof bow; anda weighted member fixedly attached to a lower surface of the vibration dampening plate such that the weighted member is at a level above the upper surface of the recessed area of the roof bow with a non-contacting relationship with the roof bow.2. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe vibration dampening plate defines a ...

SELF POWERED ROOF SYSTEM

The vehicle roof cargo carrying system includes front and rear subsystems affixed to the front and rear of the vehicle roof. Each subsystem includes an extrusion guide rail slidably engaging a sliding block. Each sliding block includes a translational actuator for side-to-side movement across the vehicle roof, and an elevation mechanism. The elevation mechanism includes a primary arm and secondary arm, wherein the primary arm first end pivotably attached to the sliding block and the primary arm second end hingeably attach to a first end of a secondary arm. A second end of the secondary arm is attached to a cargo-platform bracket. The primary and secondary arms are reversibly moveable from a folded position wherein the secondary arm is nested within the primary arm, and an unfolded position wherein the secondary arm extends from the primary arm. The primary arm pivots relative to the sliding blocks. 1. A self powered roof system assembly , comprising: a front subsystem and a rear subsystem both of which attach to the roof structure either using default vehicle rack attachments or the roof liners directly.2. The self powered roof system of claim 1 , wherein each subsystem comprises an extrusion guiding rail ending with attachment brackets and beautifying covers.3. The self powered roof system of claim 2 , wherein each extrusion guiding rails comprises linear liners confining the movement of sliding blocks.4. The self powered roof system of claim 3 , wherein both the translational actuation and the elevation actuation claim 3 , primary arms of the elevation mechanism claim 3 , passive gas struts claim 3 , checklinks and control modules attach to the sliding blocks.5. The self powered roof system of claim 3 , wherein the primary actuation arms articulate to the sliding blocks under an angle that allows unfolding the elevation mechanism alongside the vehicle body.6. The self powered roof system of claim 3 , further comprising: a power module and recharging panels ...

SOLAR POWERED VEHICLE TOPPER UNIT

A solar powered vehicle topper unit and systems and methods for the same are provided. A solar energy harvesting device is electrically connected to an electronic display within a housing. A support extends between the housing and the solar energy harvesting device such that a bottom surface of the solar energy harvesting device is located above, and spaced apart form, a top surface of the housing to secure the solar energy harvesting device in an elevated position. The solar energy harvesting device has a first footprint, and the housing has a second footprint which is smaller than the first footprint. 1. A solar powered vehicle topper unit (“VTU”) comprising:an electronic display;a housing for said electronic display;a solar energy harvesting device electrically connected to said electronic display; anda support extending between said housing and said solar energy harvesting device such that a bottom surface of said solar energy harvesting device is located above, and spaced apart from, a top surface of said housing to secure said solar energy harvesting device in an elevated position;wherein said solar energy harvesting device has a first footprint, said housing has a second footprint which is smaller than said first footprint.2. The solar powered VTU of further comprising:an energy storage device electrically connected to said electronic display and said solar energy harvesting device.3. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said energy storage device comprises a vehicle battery.4. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said vehicle comprises an electric propulsion system.5. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine and an alternator electrically connected to said vehicle battery.6. The solar powered VTU of further comprising:a mounting device extending between said housing and the roof of the vehicle.7. The solar powered VTU of wherein:said mounting device comprises a first crossbar and a second crossbar spaced apart from said ...

Solar powered vehicle mounted display

Systems and methods for solar powered vehicle mounted displays are provided. A solar energy harvesting device is electrically connected to an electronic display within a housing. The solar energy harvesting device is configured for mounting to a roof of a vehicle. A mounting support is provided for mounting the housing to another portion of the vehicle.

STOWABLE ROOF RACK FOR A VEHICLE

A stowable roof rack for a roof of a motor vehicle includes a first roof rail connected to the roof of the motor vehicle, the first roof rail having a first exterior side facing outwardly relative to the motor vehicle and a first interior side facing inwardly relative to the motor vehicle, a second roof rail connected to the roof of the motor vehicle spaced apart from substantially parallel the first roof rail, the second roof rail having a second exterior side facing outwardly relative to the motor vehicle and a second interior side facing inwardly relative to the motor vehicle, and a crossbar moveable between a stowed position and a deployed position, wherein when in the stowed position the crossbar is connected at a first end to the interior surface of the first roof rail and at a second end to the interior surface of the first roof rail, and wherein when in the deployed position the crossbar is connected at the first end to the interior surface of the first roof rail and at the second end to the interior surface of the second roof rail. 1. A stowable roof rack for a roof of a motor vehicle comprising:a first roof rail connected to the roof of the motor vehicle, the first roof rail having a first exterior side facing outwardly relative to the motor vehicle and a first interior side facing inwardly relative to the motor vehicle;a second roof rail connected to the roof of the motor vehicle spaced apart from substantially parallel the first roof rail, the second roof rail having a second exterior side facing outwardly relative to the motor vehicle and a second interior side facing inwardly relative to the motor vehicle; anda crossbar moveable between a stowed position and a deployed position, wherein when in the stowed position the crossbar is connected at a first end to the first interior side of the first roof rail and at a second end to the first interior side of the first roof rail, and wherein when in the deployed position the crossbar is connected at the first ...

Electric device for lifting moving sidewalk for vehicle

Disclosed is an electric device for lifting a moving sidewalk for a vehicle which comprises a rubber belt that is installed on a roof of a drivable vehicle body; a moving sidewalk that has one end coupled to an edge of one side of the rubber belt, wherein the moving sidewalk extends to form a chain rail from the rubber belt toward the ground, and is folded at the time of non-use; a moving sidewalk lift that is configured to load a luggage thereon; a driving unit that is configured to provide a driving force for movement of the moving sidewalk lift; and a moving sidewalk robot that is configured to allow a saw-toothed wheel provided on the moving sidewalk lift to be horizontally balanced in an automatic manner while the saw-toothed wheel is moving along the chain rail 400 upon the rotation of the rubber belt.

CLAMP WITH RECESS TO RECEIVE AND SECURE ARTICLES

A clamp assembly to be mounted to a structure, for example a tubular structure such as a vehicle roll bar, is disclosed. The clamp assembly includes a recess to receive and secure an article relative to the structure. The clamp assembly includes a first clamp portion and a second clamp portion. The first clamp portion is securable to the second clamp portion such that the structure is captured between the first inner clamping surface and the second inner clamping surface. The first clamp portion defines a recess, which extends through an outer surface of the first clamp portion and terminates at a base surface of the first clamp portion that is positioned between the outer surface and the first inner clamping surface. 1. A clamp assembly to be mounted to a structure , the clamp assembly comprising:a first clamp portion including a first inner clamping surface and an outer surface, the first clamp portion defining a recess, which extends through the outer surface in a first direction and terminates at a base surface of the first clamp portion, the base surface positioned between the outer surface and the first inner clamping surface with respect to the first direction, wherein the recess defines a first width within a plane defined by the first direction and a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction, the first width measured at the outer surface and in the second direction, the recess defines a second width within the plane at a location between the outer surface and the base surface, the second width measured in the second direction, and the second width being greater than the first width; anda second clamp portion including a second inner clamping surface,wherein the first clamp portion is securable to the second clamp portion such that the structure is captured between the first inner clamping surface and the second inner clamping surface.2. The clamp assembly of claim 1 , further comprising: an attachment mechanism that transitions from a ...

SEMI-RIGID ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER

A semi-rigid rooftop cargo carrier and method employing straightfront and streamlined steps for its assembly and disassembly provided by its innovative configuration of a collapsible frame including at least two elongate side members preferably equipped with extendible push bars (“EPB”) each having a first and second side arm member and EPB securing mechanism engagable for abutted lengthwise alignment whereby extending the elongate member exerts opposing pressure onto end members to simultaneously push the collapsible frame and mount the external waterproof pliable shell thereon in an assembled position and also readily disaasembled without tools or loose components into a light, compact, easy-to-store configuration. 1. A semi-rigid cargo carrier comprising: at least two end members including a pivot end member and a fastenable end member with an upper longitudinal bar and a lower longitudinal bar affixed to at least two opposing cross bars forming upper corners and lower corners along a substantially planar orientation,', 'at least two elongate side members having opposing ends pivotally connected to corresponding upper corners of the at least two end members; and, 'a collapsible frame having'}a pliable shell sized and configured for tensionable mounting about the collapsible frame such that outward pressure exerted by the at least two opposing elongate side members pivots the at least two end members into an assembled position and thereby mounts the pliable shell into taut alignment whereby the opposing force exerted between the pliable shell and the collapsible frame sets the semi-rigid cargo carrier in an assembled position.2. The semi-rigid cargo carrier of claim 1 , wherein the at least two elongate side members form a substantially rectangular configuration with the upper longitudinal bars of the end members when the semi-rigid cargo carrier is in the assembled position.3. The semi-rigid cargo carrier of claim 2 , wherein the at least two elongate side ...

BICYCLE RACK FOR A CAR

A bicycle rack for a car comprising a load-bearing structure and an arm connected thereto with an end thereof and provided with a grip clamp at the opposite end. The grip clamp includes two jaws which are pivoted on a supporting body and can rotate to open and close the grip clamp by way of a manual control installed at the load-bearing structure and connected to the jaws by way of at least one traction cable which is adapted to slide within the arm. The manual control includes ratcheted locking elements adapted to move and keep the jaws in a closed configuration of the grip clamp, and release elements adapted to rotate the jaws in order to open the grip. 1. A bicycle rack for a car comprising:a load-bearing structure and an arm connected thereto with an end thereof and provided with a grip clamp at the opposite end, said grip clamp comprising two jaws pivoted on a supporting body, wherein said jaws can rotate to open and close said grip clamp by way of a manual control installed at said load-bearing structure and connected to said jaws by way of at least one traction cable adapted to slide within said arm, said manual control comprising:ratcheted locking means, adapted to move and keep said jaws in a closed configuration of said grip clamp, andrelease means, adapted to rotate said jaws in order to open said grip clamp.2. The bicycle rack according to claim 1 , wherein said ratcheted locking means comprise a lever mounted on a rotation axis together with a cable winding spool for said traction cable claim 1 , with which the lever is adapted to rotate during the opening of said grip clamp claim 1 , at at least one end of said cable winding spool there being a toothed flange claim 1 , for engagement with a sliding pawl pushed by elastic means against said toothed flange claim 1 , said sliding pawl being adapted to prevent the return rotation of said lever when a rotation is not imparted thereto.3. The bicycle rack according to claim 2 , wherein said release means ...

AUTOMATED SELF-LOADING CARGO CARRIER FOR VEHICLES

The invention involves a cargo carrier for vehicles that facilitates loading and unloading of items onto an enclosure; the cargo carrier may be automated and self-loading via actuators and a motorized mechanism that may be remotely controlled. The actuators may be configured to tilt the enclosure or a component thereof and one or more motors may be configured to deploy a deployable tray housed within the enclosure, which minimizes user loading or unloading labor. Typically, on a front end of the enclosure, one or more actuators may couple the enclosure to a portion of a vehicle support structure. The deployable tray may include a tiltable mechanism to further facilitate loading or unloading. 1. A cargo carrier , comprising:an enclosure including fittings configured to couple the enclosure to a truck bed;a first deployable tray, slidably housed within the enclosure, the first deployable tray including a tiltable surface; at least one actuator adapted to extend and retract the first deployable tray outside and inside the enclosure, respectively; and', 'at least one actuator adapted to tilt the tiltable surface of the first deployable tray; and, 'one or more actuators, including activate the one or more actuators to slide the first deployable tray outside of the enclosure; and', 'activate the one or more actuators to tilt the tiltable surface of the first deployable tray., 'a controller in communication with the one or more actuators and configured to2. The cargo carrier of claim 1 , further comprising a foldable telescoping wheel system coupled to the first deployable tray.3. The cargo carrier of claim 2 , wherein the foldable telescoping wheel system includes a pair of deployable wheels configured to support the first deployable tray in an extended position.4. The cargo carrier of claim 3 , wherein the foldable telescoping wheel system further includes in-line actuators for independently extending the pair of deployable wheels to support the first deployable tray in ...

Top Mounted Vehicle Cargo Securing System

This present invention relates to a top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system used to firmly secure luggage containers and protect them from inclement weather atop of a vehicle, as well as to cover a vehicle windshield when the vehicle is not in use. Each of the protective cover and the windshield cover are repositionable between a stowed positioned within the housing of the vehicle cargo securing system, and a deployed position over the respective cargo and windshield, respectively. Each of the protective cover and the windshield cover are repositionable either manually or remotely, and may further comprise a UV protective coating and/or an anti-microbial coating. 1. A top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system comprising:a housing comprised of a forward face having an elongated slot therein and a rear face having an elongated opening therein;a protective canvas attached to a first roller; anda windshield cover attached to a second roller.2. The top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system according to further comprising a bearing.3. The top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system according to further comprising at least one hand crank for repositioning at least one of the protective canvas and the windshield cover.4. The top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system according to claim 1 , wherein each of the protective canvas and the windshield cover are extendible outwardly from the housing in opposite directions.5. The top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system according to claim 1 , wherein the protective canvas is repositionable between a stowed position within the housing and a deployed position outside of the housing claim 1 , and further wherein claim 1 , in the deployed position claim 1 , the protective canvas extends outwardly through the elongated opening in the rear face of the housing.6. The top-mounted vehicle cargo securing system according to claim 1 , wherein the windshield cover is repositionable between a stowed position within the housing and a deployed ...

POWERED CARGO RACK FOR TALL VEHICLES

Provided are powered roof racks for tall vehicles, configured for cargo loading or unloading near to and parallel to the ground. The cargo is lifted to or lowered from roof height using an electric drive. Cargo motion comprises two separate essentially linear motions. The motion on and off of the roof is linear and essentially horizontal. The motion between roof height and the near ground level loading/unloading position is linear and near vertical. During all operations the load remains parallel to the ground. The majority of cargo load is supported on the ground during loading/unloading. All parts may be stored in a low profile roof mounted package when not in use, and ensures that setup and teardown uses a minimal number of easy to execute steps. 1. A device for supporting cargo on a vehicle roof comprising:a roof beam configured to connect to a vehicle roof and to support cargo on top of the vehicle roof; a longitudinal lift member;', 'a foldable cargo slide support translationally connected to said longitudinal lift member;', said longitudinal lift member laterally extends from said roof beam and has a rotation angle relative to said roof beam to provide a deployed direction that extends in a direction from the vehicle roof toward ground level;', 'said foldable cargo slide support extends from said longitudinal lift member and is aligned with said roof beam;, 'said lift assembly having a deployed configuration and a stored configuration, wherein in a deployed configuration, 'wherein in a stored configuration said lift assembly is stored within an interior volume of said roof beam;, 'a lift assembly translationally and rotably connected to said roof beam, said lift assembly comprising said cargo slide platform translational connection with each of said roof beam and said foldable cargo slide support is releasable for translation of said cargo slide platform along said roof beam or said foldable cargo slide support;', 'said cargo slide platform and said foldable ...

EXTENDABLE ROOF RACK

This invention relates to a flush bar roof rack comprising a pair of legs, each of which includes a housing for holding and supporting a crossbar. The roof rack also includes a crossbar, held and supported at each end by the crossbar housing of each leg, and further includes an extension means for adjusting the length of the roof rack between the legs. 1. A roof rack comprising:a pair of legs, each leg including a crossbar housing;a crossbar held and supported at each end by the crossbar housing of a respective one of the legs, each crossbar housing being shaped to receive an aerodynamic end profile of the crossbar and having a pair of overhanging lips defining an opening providing access to an accessory channel in the crossbar, said access allowing accessory clamps to be attached at an end of the crossbar and slid along the channel between the lips of the respective housing; andeach leg having a separate cover configured to engage the respective crossbar housing, each cover having an end wall, a roof projecting from an upper portion of the end wall, and a lock barrel housing disposed in the end wall;wherein the roof spans the overhanging lips of the respective crossbar housing and covers an end portion of the infill channel in the crossbar, andwherein the lock barrel housing is configured to receive a lock barrel, the lock barrel including an end portion selectively engageable with a corresponding lock aperture in the leg, such that the lock barrel is configured to lock the cover to the housing and to restrict access to the end portion of the accessory channel.2. The roof rack of claim 1 , further including an extension member having a first end attached to a first leg of the pair of legs and a second end inserted within a lengthwise cavity of the crossbar.3. The roof rack of claim 2 , wherein the crossbar is configured to slide along a length of the extension member claim 2 , such that a distance between the pair of legs is adjustable.4. The roof rack of claim 3 , ...