David J Spykerman

US Patent:

6375055, Apr 23, 2002

Filed:

May 6, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/566038

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI
Shelle Dawn Tilstra - Byron Center MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Plymouth MI

International Classification:

B60R 702

US Classification:

224542, 108 12, 108 14, 220 6, 224925, 280 30, 280639

Abstract:

A cargo management and restraining apparatus for use in a cargo area of a vehicle, which is also removable from the vehicle and useable as a free standing support surface such as a table. The apparatus includes a base and a pair of pivotably mounted end walls. The base fits within a recess formed within a floor of a cargo area of a vehicle. Cargo may be placed on the base and the end walls help to keep the cargo from moving or shifting during use of the vehicle. The end walls may be folded down against the base when the apparatus is not needed so as not to interfere with the placement of large cargo items in the cargo area. The apparatus can be completely removed from the vehicle and used as a free standing support surface such as a table. A plurality of wheels are included in one preferred embodiment to enable the apparatus to be used as a cart to move cumbersome or heavy items such as a thermal cooler. Another preferred embodiment incorporates a removable planar-like partition which is supported by a pair of support arms above a floor of a cargo area.

US Patent:

6390547, May 21, 2002

Filed:

Jan 7, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/479025

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Plymouth MI

International Classification:

A47C 762

US Classification:

2971881, 296 3715, 29718811, 297331

Abstract:

A seat assembly for a vehicle having a seat cushion being connected to the vehicle for pivotal movement about a first axis and a seat back being connected to the seat cushion for rotational movement about a second axis. When the seat cushion is pivoted about the first axis from a generally horizontal position to a generally vertical position, the seat cushion is displaced in a rearward and upward direction and the seat back is displaced in a rearward and downward direction.

US Patent:

6435587, Aug 20, 2002

Filed:

Jan 5, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/755287

Inventors:

Craig D. Flowerday - Holland MI
David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI
Leif A. Norland - Holland MI
Brett W. Kooistra - Grand Haven MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Plymouth MI

International Classification:

B60N 300

US Classification:

296 378, 224539, 2203455

Abstract:

A console includes a housing with a central storage area selectively enclosed by first and second sliding tray assemblies which move between a closed position adjacent one another to an open position distal from one another for gaining access to the central storage area. The console may include a removable storage bag which can be fitted under the sliding trays and removed from the console for carrying to a remote location. The sliding tray assemblies include storage systems, such as a storage/trash bin, cup holders, and the like and include a positive latching system to prevent inadvertent movement of the trays.

US Patent:

6457690, Oct 1, 2002

Filed:

Nov 26, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/994219

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI
Nels R. Smith - Holland MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Plymouth MI

International Classification:

F16B 4500

US Classification:

248305, 2482941, 224313, 224553, 24716, 24 305 P, 24543

Abstract:

A combined hook and clip includes a mounting housing which can be integrated into a vehicle panel or separately provided and which includes a recess for receiving a pivoted combined hook and clip. The hook and clip includes a mounting collar, which is pivotally mounted within the housing by a pivot pin, a downwardly and inwardly projecting leg extending from the mounting collar to a base. Extending integrally upwardly and outwardly from the base is a second leg which, together with the first leg and base, defines a generally U-shaped hook. Extending downwardly from the second leg and projecting below the base is a third leg with a gripper member facing the housing for defining a clip. A bias member retains the combined hook and clip within the recess of the housing and urges the clip into a gripping position.

US Patent:

6520364, Feb 18, 2003

Filed:

Feb 20, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/789110

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI
Bradford J. Burrows - West Olive MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Holland MI

International Classification:

B65D 618

US Classification:

220 6, 220 7, 224539, 224542

Abstract:

A storage system in which a base is preferably molded of a lightweight polymeric material and includes a peripheral raised edge for hingedly receiving front, rear, and end walls. The end walls of one embodiment are foldable, such that they collapse integrally with the front and rear walls. Each of the front, rear and end walls can be folded flat for compact storage of the system.

US Patent:

6726267, Apr 27, 2004

Filed:

Apr 14, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/258505

Inventors:

Kwang-Ha Kim - Holland MI
David J. Spykerman - Zeeland MI

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Plymouth MI

International Classification:

B60R 704

US Classification:

296 241, 296 378

Abstract:

A console assembly includes: a storage module ( ) having an interior compartment for holding items, an upper module ( ) for storing items and a lower module ( ) having a recess for holding items. The lower module ( ) is connected to the storage module ( ) in a track and translates across the opening into the interior compartment of the storage module ( ) to selectively allow access to a portion thereof. The upper module ( ) includes a storage area having a beverage holder and an ashtray. The upper module ( ) is also connected to the storage module ( ) in a track and translates independently and over the lower module ( ) such that the upper module ( ) can be located above the lower module ( ) to provide an access to the interior compartment of the storage module ( ) or the upper module ( ) can be located away from the lower module ( ) such that the upper module ( ) and lower module ( ) close the access to the interior compartment of the storage module ( ). A latch module disposed in the upper module ( ) holds the upper module ( ) in position with respect to the storage module ( ).

US Patent:

7533918, May 19, 2009

Filed:

Aug 8, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/835764

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Chandler AZ, US
Jeffrey L. Barber - Zeeland MI, US
Michael R. Catlin - Holland MI, US
Gregory N. Brncick - Holland MI, US
Kevin W. J. Kim - Vista CA, US

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Holland MI

International Classification:

B60R 13/00

US Classification:

296 2434, 296 378

Abstract:

This disclosed console is for mounting within a vehicle. The console includes a base configured to be coupled to the vehicle and a storage enclosure coupled to the base. The storage enclosure is movable between a first position and a second position relative to the base such that a first occupant is provided access to the storage enclosure. The storage enclosure is movable between a stowed position and a deployed position. The deployed position is configured to provide access to a second occupant.

US Patent:

7661505, Feb 16, 2010

Filed:

Dec 10, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/582065

Inventors:

David J. Spykerman - Chandler AZ, US
Craig Flowerday - Holland MI, US

Assignee:

Johnson Controls Technology Company - Holland MI

International Classification:

B60K 23/00

US Classification:

180326, 180334, 180336

Abstract:

A console system () configured to support a control module () (e. g. , a user interface, etc. ) operatively coupled to a vehicle system (e. g. , a vehicle transmission, etc. ), and which can be selectively and conveniently repositioned and/or reconfigured within a vehicle in a variety of positions is disclosed. The control module () is operatively coupled to the vehicle system without the use of conventional mechanical linkage. By providing flexibility in the positioning of the control module (), the console system can be configured and/or reconfigured to meet the desires and/or needs of a variety of users.