Abstract: A walker having a frame which provides two front legs. Two rear legs are attached to the frame. A cross member provides support for the device which is supplemented by a link. Each of these structural members is in a pivotal relationship with the remaining members so the walker may be folded for storage. The cross member and link provide bracing for structural integrity, but are also incorporated into the folding structure. The optional seat is also in a pivotal relationship with the device. The seat prevents the walker from being folded while it is being used as a walker.

Abstract: A foldable wheelchair is provided which includes first and second side frames which each rotatably carry a drive wheel and traveling wheel. A foldable seat extends between the side frames to form a flat, rigid surface when the wheelchair is open and to collapsably pivot upwardly when the wheelchair is folded. First and second hinges are positioned beneath and behind the foldable seat, respectively, and each extends between the side frames so as to pivot about an upwardly extending axis and to move rearwardly as the wheelchair is folded. Both hinges comprise a first arm pivotably secured at one end to a respective one of the side frames and extending generally inwardly and rearwardly of the foldable seat and a second arm pivotably secured at one end to the other of the side frames and at the second end pivotably connected to the other end of the first arm so as to form a hinge therewith.