Location History:
- Oak Park, MI (US) (1990)
- Brooklyn, MI (US) (1998)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1990-1998
Title: Innovations by John W. Green in Vehicle Seat Technology
Introduction
John W. Green is an accomplished inventor based in Oak Park, MI, known for his contributions to vehicle seat technology. With a total of two patents to his name, Green has made significant advancements in the design and functionality of vehicle seating systems.
Latest Patents
One of Green's latest patents is for a vehicle seat assembly with an adjustable headrest coupled to a seat back latch. This innovative design allows the seat assembly to be moved from a use position to a stored position. The headrest can be rotated to a stored position, which lowers the overall height of the seat back before it is stored. This mechanism enables a single-handed operation for moving both the headrest and the seat back to their stored positions. An alternative embodiment of this patent features a vertically adjustable headrest.
Another notable patent by Green is for a vehicle seat assembly with an attitude adjustable armrest. This design allows the armrest to maintain a horizontal position even when the seat back is reclined. The attitude adjustment mechanism includes a cam lock that prevents downward rotation of the armrest while allowing upward rotation. This innovative feature enhances user comfort and convenience.
Career Highlights
John W. Green has built a successful career in the automotive industry, particularly focusing on enhancing vehicle seating systems. His work has contributed to improved safety and comfort for vehicle occupants. He is currently associated with Hoover Universal,