Rodger P Garner

Title: Rodger P. Garner and His Beverage Container Holder for Vehicles.

Introduction

Rodger P. Garner is an inventor associated with Portland, Oregon, and Freightliner Corporation. His patent work includes a vehicle beverage holder designed to accommodate containers of different sizes and to fold into a compact arrangement when not in use.

Latest Patents

Garner is credited with 1 patent: “Beverage Container Holder for a Vehicle.” The invention features two beverage-container receivers that pivot around a shared upright axis. They can be stacked for storage or arranged in a stacked configuration for use.

The upper receiver has a rim and opening for inserting a beverage container. The lower receiver has a recessed base that can limit how far a container passes through the upper receiver. Its differently sized sections allow it to support a standard 12-ounce beverage container. When the receivers are separated, the upper receiver can accommodate a larger container without interference from the lower receiver.

Career Highlights

Garner’s listed patent reflects a practical approach to vehicle interior design: providing flexible beverage storage while allowing the holder to be compact when stored. His association with Freightliner Corporation connects his work to the commercial vehicle industry.

Collaborations

Graham P. Wildey and Michael G. Pranger are identified as Garner’s coworkers. The available information does not specify their roles in developing or patenting the beverage holder.

Conclusion

Rodger P. Garner’s patented vehicle beverage holder combines pivoting receivers, adjustable container support, and a space-saving design for use in vehicles.