ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 12 -- United States Patent no. 12,623,605, issued on May 12.
"Sliding step" was invented by Harry Ernst Sorensen Midgley (Brackendale, Canada).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A foot step device for vehicles, comprising a body member with a cantilever-style design configured to mount onto stock rock slider rails without additional hardware. The body includes a semi-circular aperture for secure clipping, parallel ridges for grip, and smooth transitions for ergonomic use and safety. The device is adjustable along the rails, reinforced with internal ribs and recesses for structural integrity, and fabricated from lightweight, durable materials. Optimized for off-road and utility...