VEHICLE CONSOLE.pdf

Patent Information
Patent Number: US 8,162,368 B2
Date of Patent: April 24, 2012
Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
Application Number: 12/383,663
Filing Date: March 27, 2009

Invention Description
The patent describes a vehicle console with molded end parts
The console has two substantially rigid end panels, at least one of which is made of a molded material
The console also has a pair of substantially rigid side panels that are interconnectable with the end panels
A plurality of face plates are securable with the side panels

Background and Field of Invention
The invention relates to vehicle consoles, particularly those used to support equipment in a location easily accessible to a driver
The console is designed to address problems associated with conventional equipment boxes used in police cruisers and other vehicles

Prior Art and References
The patent cites numerous prior art references, including US patents and applications
The references relate to various aspects of vehicle consoles, equipment boxes, and mounting systems

Claims and Abstract
The patent includes 8 claims and 5 drawing sheets
* The abstract describes the invention as a reconfigurable vehicle console with molded end panels and interconnectable side panels.