17838416. MULTIFUNCTIONAL CARGO SPACE COVER simplified abstract (FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC)

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MULTIFUNCTIONAL CARGO SPACE COVER

Organization Name

FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Inventor(s)

Alejandro Rosas Vazquez of Mexico City (MX)

Maria Fernanda Medina Luna of Naucalpan (MX)

MULTIFUNCTIONAL CARGO SPACE COVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17838416 titled 'MULTIFUNCTIONAL CARGO SPACE COVER

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a cargo space cover for a vehicle that can be used in two configurations: a cover configuration and a tote configuration. In the cover configuration, the cargo space cover is held in place by coupling portions that attach to the side walls of the vehicle's interior. In the tote configuration, the cargo space cover can be converted into a tote by coupling the panels and the tote bottom to the tote wings.

  • The cargo space cover can be used to protect the contents of a vehicle's cargo space.
  • It can be easily converted from a cover to a tote, providing versatility in how the cargo space is used.
  • The coupling portions ensure that the cargo space cover remains securely in place in both configurations.

Potential Applications

  • This cargo space cover can be used in various types of vehicles, such as SUVs, trucks, and vans.
  • It can be particularly useful for individuals who frequently transport items in their vehicles and need a flexible solution for organizing and protecting their cargo.

Problems Solved

  • The cargo space cover solves the problem of items in the vehicle's cargo space being exposed to the elements or shifting during transportation.
  • It also addresses the issue of limited storage options in vehicles by providing a convertible cover that can be used as a tote.

Benefits

  • The cargo space cover offers convenience and flexibility, allowing users to easily switch between a cover and a tote configuration.
  • It provides protection for the contents of the cargo space, keeping them secure and preventing damage.
  • The versatile design of the cargo space cover makes it suitable for a wide range of vehicles and applications.


Original Abstract Submitted

A cargo space cover for a vehicle, the cargo space cover comprising a body comprising a first panel, a second panel, a tote bottom, a first tote wing, and a second tote wing; and at least one coupling portion. The cargo space cover operates in a cover configuration and a tote configuration. While the at least one coupling portion of each the first edge of the first panel and the second edge of the second panel each couple to an a first side wall of the interior of the vehicle and a second side wall of the interior of the vehicle, the cargo space cover is held in the cover configuration. While two of the first panel, the second panel, and the tote bottom operably couple to each of the first tote wing and the second tote wing the cargo space cover is held in the tote configuration.