Abstract: A gaming device having a primary game and a secondary game is provided. The gaming device includes a primary game, such as blackjack or 21 operable on a wager by a player, and an optional secondary game that is operable on a secondary game wager by a player. After placing a secondary game wager and satisfying certain criteria in the primary game, one or more players are provided with a secondary game card to be used in the secondary game. The secondary game is resolved after a player has accumulated a plurality of secondary game cards over the course of several sequentially played rounds of the primary game.

Abstract: A dartboard cover for covering a dartboard in an aesthetically pleasing manner wherein the dartboard cover includes a frame having a central aperture and a graphic panel removably mountable in the central aperture. A rib extends from a rear surface of the frame and is removably engagable with an upper edge of the dartboard to removably mount the dartboard cover to the dartboard.

Abstract: A shaft seal serves to reduce leakage between a rotating shaft and a static shell. The shaft seal includes a plurality of compliant plate members, each having a root and a tip. The compliant plate members are secured to the static shell at their root in facing relation. The tips of the compliant plate members define a sealing ring between the static shell and the rotating shaft. An axial flow resistance member is disposed within the compliant plate members and serves as a barrier to axial leakage flow between the compliant plate members.

Abstract: A seal assembly and method for the manufacture thereof is provided. The seal assembly provides a dynamic fluid seal between a housing having a bore and a shaft having an outer running surface rotating within the bore. The seal assembly comprises a rigid carrier for supporting the seal assembly within the bore of the housing. A flexible member is mounted to the rigid carrier. The flexible member is formed from an elastomeric material that allows the flexible member to flex during use. A sealing element is retained by the flexible member about the outer running surface. The sealing element is formed from a non-polytetrafluoroethylene bearing grade plastic material having a hardness relatively greater than a hardness of the elastomeric material of the flexible member. The sealing element moves with the flexible member as the flexible member flexes. The sealing element extends along the outer running surface in a plurality of helically wound convolutions.

Abstract: A boot includes a major-diameter fastener, a first bellows, a second bellows, a minor-diameter-side bellows, and a minor-diameter fastener. The major-diameter fastener is to be fastened to a mating major-diameter member. The first bellows is disposed continuously from the major-diameter fastener. The second bellows is disposed continuously from the first bellows. The minor-diameter-side bellows is disposed continuously from the second bellows. The minor-diameter fastener is disposed continuously from the minor-diameter-side bellows, and is to be fastened to a mating minor-diameter member. The first bellows exhibits an averaged first axial rigidity. The second bellows exhibits an averaged second axial rigidity. The minor-diameter-side bellows exhibits an averaged third axial rigidity. The averaged first axial rigidity and the averaged third axial rigidity are lower than the averaged second axial rigidity.

Abstract: A sled device for permitting transportation of a person and cargo over a variety of surfaces includes a sled including a bottom wall and a perimeter wall that extends upwardly from the bottom wall to define a receiving space of the sled to receive the person and cargo. The bottom wall is slidable along a soft support surface. A front wheel assembly is rotatably coupled to the sled and is rotatable between a deployed position and a stowed position. The front wheel assembly engages and rolls along a hard support surface when the front wheel assembly is in the deployed position. A plurality of rear wheel assemblies is pivotally coupled to the sled and each is pivotable between a lowered position and a raised position. The rear wheel assemblies engage and roll along the hard support surface when the rear wheel assemblies are in the lowered position.

Abstract: The skateboard wheel and axle assembly includes an axle rigidly mounted in a hangar, with opposite ends of the axle extending from the hangar. Each end of the axle has an axial blind bore defined therein closed by an end cap and a plurality of holes defined radially adjacent the end cap. A spring-biased detent pin slidably mounted in the bore urges a plurality of detent balls to partially extend from the radially disposed holes. The detent balls engage an annular groove defined in the inner race of the outer wheel bearing to retain the wheel on the axle. The detent pin has a release arm extending through aligned slots in the axle and the hangar that can be retracted, compressing the bias spring, in order to withdraw the detent balls from the groove so that the wheel can be pulled off the axle.

Abstract: Interchangeable control panels for a gas cylinder cart, and a new cart frame for use therewith are disclosed. A method of reconfiguring the gas cylinder cart comprises disconnecting a first control panel from the frame and removably connecting a second control panel to the frame, wherein the first and second control panels comprise a first and second configuration of gas control devices arranged thereon respectively. A gas cylinder cart comprises a frame defining at least one bay shaped to receive a cylinder, a control panel removably connected to the frame, and at least one gas control device mounted on the control panel.

Abstract: Size altering transportation monitor cart whose horizontal width can be expanded or retracted by pulling stopper pins and pulling or pushing the horizontal frame open, closed or to a varying degree between opened or closed.

Abstract: A foldable two wheeled scooter includes a steering post with a front wheel at a lower end and handlebars at an upper end. A support tube connects with a folding mechanism enclosed substantially beneath a top plate of a foot board of the scooter. The location of the mechanism prevents a user from being harmed when moving the scooter from an upright position to a folded down position.

Abstract: A knuckle arm includes a body having a bearing hole. A first connection plate extends from a rear end of one of two sides thereof so as to be connected with a brake pump. Two protrusions extend from a front end of the body, and two second connection plates are connected to the two protrusions such that a pull rod is removably connected to either of the two second connection plates. Two connection boards extend from two ends of the front end of the body, with each connection board having a hole for receiving joints of the upper and lower control arms. The knuckle arm can be used for right and left wheels, and the length of the pull rod can be optionally connected thereto.

Abstract: A supporting structure of a stabilizer to a vehicle body including a twist-deformable torsion bar having a pair of arms at respective ends thereof, the arms being connected to a suspension and a supporting device supporting the near the ends of the torsion bar on a vehicle body and having ball joints for supporting the torsion bar rotatably relative to the vehicle body.

Abstract: A strut type suspension with a reduced difference between left and right suspensions in a moment-arm length change during stroke operations of left and right suspensions in phase is disclosed. The suspension includes a strut, an upper spring seat, a lower spring seat, and a coil spring. A coil center axis of the coil spring and a kingpin axis are set to be in a twisted relationship. In a plan view seen from an upper side along an axis of the strut, a lower axis center of the coil spring is located in a front side of the vehicle with respect to the axis of the strut, and, in said view, a line connecting an upper axis center of the coil spring and the axis of the strut extends in a rotating angle around the axis of the strut between 40 degrees and 50 degrees with respect to a line connecting the lower axis center of the coil spring and the axis of the strut.

Abstract: An operator-propelled, four-wheel vehicle uses a treadmill to drive two rear wheels through a bicycle type derailleur and sprocket gear shifter which provides gear changing capability. The front wheels, each of which have disk brakes, are steered by an automotive type steering apparatus. A vertical extension from the steering mechanism at the front of the vehicle mounts a horizontal steering bar to provide steering control. The steering bar also mounts control grips and cables for the front disk brakes and clutch assembly, as well as the gear shifter. An automatic breaking system ensures that an unmanned vehicle will remain in place.

Abstract: A stand-up wheelchair with a chassis, at which two drive wheels and at least a one guidable wheel is fastened, on which a stand-up unit with a seating surface, a backrest and at least one tiltable footrest is arranged, whereby reciprocally underneath the seating surface an upper longitudinal rail and a lower longitudinal rail are arranged, the upper longitudinal rail is firmly connected with the seating surface and both longitudinal rails are connected over four hinge points with their rear ends connected with a backrest, characterized by the fact that the rear ends of the longitudinal rails show a slot, in which the backrest can be longitudinally adjusted with their lower ends.

Abstract: A customizable towing hitch ball mount arrangement for a vehicle is provided. The arrangement includes a ball mount and a customizing element. The ball mount includes a proximal end for insertion into an opening in the hitch receiver, an elongated tube portion, a drop portion extending from the elongated tube portion and angled with respect to a length of the elongated tube portion, and a plate extending substantially horizontally from the drop portion. The drop portion includes at least one mounting feature, and the plate includes a ball mount aperture for attachment of a hitch ball. The customizing element includes at least one mating feature disposed on a mounting surface of the customizing element. The customizing element is removably attachable to the ball mount by engaging the at least one mating feature of the customizing element with the at least one mounting feature of the ball mount.

Abstract: A draw gear has a drawbar space formed in a rear part of a counterweight of a industrial vehicle. A drawbar is installed in the drawbar space. An upper section positioning portion is provided in the drawbar space for allowing the drawbar to be moved in a first direction in which the drawbar is drawn and also for positioning the drawbar in a second direction opposite to the first direction. A middle section positioning portion is provided in the drawbar space for allowing the drawbar to be moved in the second direction and also for positioning the drawbar in the first direction. A lower section positioning portion is provided in the drawbar space for positioning the drawbar at least in the second direction. An opening is formed at least on an upper side of the drawbar space for allowing the drawbar to be drawn out of the counterweight.

Abstract: A snow ski board (1) such as a ski, monoski, or a snowboard, with a vertical plane of general symmetry (P) includes a body or base (2) that includes at least in a binding zone (3) two hollow lateral recesses (8a, 8b) extending longitudinally. A longitudinal rib (11) is defined between the recesses. Each of the longitudinal recesses (8a, 8b) opens at least towards the top (HA). The body (2) is affixed, at least in the binding zone (3) to a supplementary element (4) having two lateral longitudinal parts (4a, 4b) which extend longitudinally and parallel. The two lateral longitudinal parts (4a, 4b) are affixed into the longitudinal recesses (8a, 8b) and are linked by at least one transverse connector (4c).

Abstract: The invention relates to a snow gliding board (1) having a sidecut (2) that widens from the middle area (3) of the board towards at least one of its ends to a point of maximum width (4) and of which the structure includes a reinforcing fiber mat (10) comprising yarns (11) that extend in the longitudinal direction of the board. It is characterised in that the number of yarns (11) per unit of length, measured across the board, varies from the middle area (3) towards the point of maximum width (4) of the board.

Abstract: A seat carriage body comprises a front leg, a rear leg, a push rod, and position fixing means. An upper end of the front leg is turnably connected to an upper end of the rear leg through a first shaft. A front end member of the push rod is connected to the front leg such that it can be displaced along the front leg at the time of a folding operation. A middle part of the push rod is turnably connected to the rear leg through a second shaft. The position fixing means fixes a positional relation among the front leg, the rear leg and the push rod in both open and folded states.

Abstract: A wheelchair includes at least one side frame connected to a front caster assembly, and a cross-brace assembly. The cross-brace assembly includes a cross-brace member; at least one rear caster assembly connected to the cross-brace member; at least one main drive wheel axle tube fitting connected to the cross-brace member; and at least one arm connected to the cross-brace member. The at least one arm is pivotally connected to the at least one side frame through a pivot joint.

Abstract: Stud bolts 51, 52 are fixed by welding to the side faces of a first closure 30 and a second closure 40, which are connected to a cylindrical housing 20. When connecting a gas introduction port of the air bag to a diffuser portion 43, the stud bolts 51, 52 do not cause an obstruction, and hence the attachability of an inflator 10 to a module case using the stud bolts 51, 52 is not impaired.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of an airbag tether release mechanism for use with airbag inflation systems. In one embodiment, the mechanism includes an initiator positioned within a housing. The initiator is configured such that it provides an inherent seal to prevent the external release of pyrotechnic residues upon deployment. The device may also include a cutter operatively connected with the initiator such that deployment of the initiator actuates the cutter and a tether restraint structure configured to secure a tether until the tether is released by actuation of the cutter.

Abstract: A storage system 84 provides facility for storing a support mat 62 on a crane 20, for transport with the crane to and from work sites, and for placement of the mat on a terrain 22 for receipt of a pad 40 extendable from an outrigger beam 26 of the crane, to support and stabilize the crane during heavy duty operation thereof. The storage system 84 includes a carrier 86 formed with a nest 88 for storing the mat 62, a support mount 154, mountable on, and for attaching the storage system to, the crane 20. A linking couple 171 attaches the carrier 86 to the support mount 154. A cable 184, or a drive chain 228, is attached to the mat 62, and is movable by operation of a hoist 182, or a powered cylinder 190, to move the mat 62 into and out of the nest 88.

Abstract: A working machine includes a pipeline disposed along a side deck in a front-back direction and connecting a hydraulic pump and a control valve. The hydraulic pump is mounted at a back portion of an upper frame of an upper rotating body and the control valve is mounted at a front portion of the upper frame. In the working machine, a reinforcing member having a space for accommodating the pipeline is mounted in the front-back direction of the side deck to an outermost side of the side deck in a widthwise direction thereof. The pipeline is passed through the reinforcing member.

Abstract: A skate includes a midskate hinge in the shoe to preferentially flex the shoe base at the metatarsal area, a forward hinge to allow the rear of the shoe to be raised in relation to the rear of the skate frame, and a third hinge to laterally stabilize the rear of the shoe as the shoe base is flexed.

Abstract: A vehicle undershield is disclosed which is made from a material which is essentially conformed to the shape of the wheel housing and attached thereto, which undershield, due to its shape and structure, provides protection from corrosion by the sandblasting effect, causes reduction of the spray mist occurring on road surfaces wet from rain, and an effective noise damping on roads wet from rain and also on dry roads, having a sound-absorbing design for air-borne sound coming from the side facing away from the wheel, having a very good self-cleaning effect, while having a low weight of the constructional part.

Abstract: A high pressure hydraulic fitting (300) includes a body (302) having a central passage (322), a channel (304), a threaded section (314), and an extension section (310), wherein the threaded section (314) is disposed between the channel (304) and the extension section (314), and wherein the central passage (322) fluidly connects a first distal end (303) with a second distal end (316) of the body (302). A first o-ring (306) is in the channel (304). A locking nut (324) is engaged to the body (302). The locking nut (324) has an internal threaded section (326) that is arranged to mate with the threaded section (314) on the body (302).

Abstract: A universal water meter connector assembly that is configured to be used with different sized water meter couplers and a variety of dwelling supply lines. The universal water meter connector assembly includes a hexagonal hollow body that terminates in an externally threaded head at one end. The hexagonal body is provided with an internally threaded medial portion an end adjacent the head and an internally threaded end portion at the other end of the hexagonal body. The thread size of the medial portion is smaller than the thread size of the end portion to accommodate different sized water meter couplers. A internal stop is formed in the body below the head and above the medial portion for limiting movement of a supply line inserted into the body. The free end of the head is formed with an internally tapered portion that is configured to receive a cone-shaped member having a narrow end and a wide end with a beveled rim.

Abstract: A quick insert nozzle structure has a pipe connector connected to an insert nozzle. An end of the pipe connector has a containing groove for connecting a joint of a quick insert nozzle that has three circular grooves. An external circular groove installs a washer; a middle circular groove embeds balls, and an internal circular groove embeds a dust resisting cover. The balls match the joint for installing the balls and the washer. The wide groove diameter is coupled to the narrow groove diameter to form a guiding cambered surface, and the thickness of the wide groove diameter is reduced to form a thin covering plate. After the joint is installed, the thin covering plate is stamped to limit the balls, and a dust resisting cover is installed to complete assembling the quick insert nozzle. This invention not only makes the assembling process easy, but also prevents possible leaks.

Abstract: A braze-free connector suitable for use in a refrigeration system that includes a connector body having a circular opening passing therethrough. The opening has a converging section that tapers downwardly from the entrance to the opening toward the back of the opening. A ferrule is slidably mounted upon a refrigerant tube which is inserted into the opening to place a tapered collapsible section of the ferrule in contact with the tapered section of the opening. The non-collapsible section of the ferrule is keyed to a nut which in turn is mated with a male thread formed on the connector body whereby the collapsible section of the ferrule is forced into engagement with the refrigerant tube. A pressure sensitive sealant is pre-coated upon at least the collapsible section of the ferrule which is activated as the ferrule is forced into engagement with the refrigerant tube.

Abstract: A method of coupling first and second expandable tubulars comprises providing a male tubular connector portion and a female tubular connection portion having greater yield strength, coupling the connector portions together, and expanding the coupled connector portions. The coupled connector portions may be expanded downhole.

Abstract: A removable flush cap designed for use with an irrigation tube coupling or fitting, to facilitate post-installation flushing of dirt and grit from an irrigation system. The flush cap is particularly designed for use with a tube coupling of the type shown in U.S. Pat. No. 6,988,747 B2, having a plurality of retainer collets each with multiple lock fingers oriented for push-in locked reception of a tube end in engagement with a compliant seal. The flush cap includes a generally cylindrical barrel for sealed slide-fit engagement with the compliant seal within one of the retainer collets, and a recessed groove for snap-fit locked reception of the collet lock fingers. The flush cap further includes a plurality of cams for engaging and releasing the collet lock fingers from the cap groove, upon cap rotation, to permit slide-out cap removal from the retainer collet.

Abstract: A knot tying tool for tying knots in cords or lines of material including those for attaching the line to an eyelet of an object, includes a base member having first and second ends, a first post extending from the first end of the base member, a second post extending from the second end of the base member, a loop retainer operatively associated with the second post for retaining a portion of one loop of a line forming part of a knot being tied, wherein the line includes a working end and a standing end, a support member operatively associated with the first post, wherein the support member includes a catch positioned spaced apart from the loop retainer for holding a portion of the retained loop of the line, and a rotatably-actuated clamp assembly for receiving and releasably retaining the standing end of the line.

Abstract: A hinging mechanism attaching an access panel to a housing is provided that has a latching device rigidly mounted to the inner surface of the panel and releasably pivotally secured to the interior surface of the housing, whereby the panel is detachable from the housing and free to move between open and closed positions. Preferably, the mechanism further includes a linkage member movably mounted to the interior surface, whereby the mechanism has articulation at independent points between the housing and the panel. The mechanism is also preferably one where the latching device includes a latch-bracket and a latch, the latch being pivotally attached to the latch-bracket.

Abstract: A door securing apparatus is disclosed for securing a door in a closed position in a door frame. The apparatus includes an anchor member for removably securing to a portion of the door frame, with at least a portion of the anchor member being positionable between the door and the door frame. The apparatus also includes a pressure assembly configured to engage the anchor member and press against the door and the door frame.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing a durable, lightweight lifting member and assembly for use in handling elongated members. One embodiment comprises a cage or net made of a flexible material, the cage or net being adapted to receive one end of an elongated member. Another embodiment is characterized by a flexible lifting member constructed of a pliable, non-metallic material and comprising a body portion, an end portion, and a lifting strap.

Abstract: A signal mirror assembly including a convex mirror and a signal indicator. The convex mirror defines a recess or cutout region. The signal indicator fits within the cutout region. The assembly can include a housing, and the convex mirror can include a perimeter extending substantially to the housing, except where the cutout region exists. A gasket can circumferentiate the housing, the mirror and a portion of the signal indicator to prevent water and debris from entering the assembly. The signal indicator also can include a surface parallel to the convex mirror surface. The cut out region and the corresponding signal indicator can be positioned in the housing such that the signal indicator is located at a position distal from the vehicle to enhance its visibility to the vehicle operator.

Abstract: The system comprises a stop fixed to the central panel and moving with the same towards the front or the rear of the vehicle. The stop is embodied such that when the central panel pivots to the rear to pass from the retracted position to the normal position with the roof in the stored position, said stop abuts a complementary formation on the roof in the stored position, in order to control the deployment of the lateral panels with relation to the central panel.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, a roof-raising/lowering mechanism for an A-frame style folding trailer comprises a mechanical lever arm assembly. The lever arm assembly is coupled to the rear roof section, which underlies the front roof section when such sections are in their lowered, overlapping positions. Thus, when the lever arm assembly is operated to raise the rear roof section, it pushes up the front roof section to its raised position. The lever arm assembly can be manually operated and/or power-operated using, for example, an electric motor as the power source.

Abstract: A seal assembly primarily for recreational vehicles that have an expandable room. The seal assembly seals the opening in a fixed wall of the vehicle through which the expandable room extends. The seal assembly includes a retainer that is attached to a fixed wall of the vehicles, the retainer holding a bulb-type seal properly in place. The retainer securely holds the bulb seal in place until it is compressed by the expandable room, and the retainer further functions to prevent the bulb seal from being crushed which could cause premature failure of the seal. The seal assembly also provides for relative movement in different directions between the meeting surfaces of the fixed room and moveable room. In this way, it acts as a low friction bearing surface while still maintaining a complete and positive seal at all times.

Abstract: The storage system includes a housing which is fittable into a bed of a pickup truck or utility vehicle, wherein the top member of the housing extends forwardly beyond the bottom member. Two pullout drawers are arranged side-by-side within the housing and extend so that a front surface thereof is substantially flush with the forward edge of the top member. The exposed surfaces of the housing have a protective polyurethane coating, providing protection against extreme weather. Connecting members extend from the sides of the housing to the sides of the pickup truck bed or utility vehicle.

Abstract: The powered ramp door lift is used in cargo trailers and other ramp door applications and includes a powered winch assembly, a pair of wire cables or nylon straps connecting the winch assembly to the ramp door, and a “pusher” mechanism. The winch assembly mounted to the trailer header winds and unwinds the cables onto a pair of spools mounted to a drive shaft, which is driven by an electric motor. The “pusher” mechanism prevents the “unspooling” problems that effect the operation of winches in automated ramp door applications. The pusher mechanism engages the ramp door in the closed position and applies an outward force to the ramp door over a small portion of its travel to assist in the initial lowering of the ramp door from the closed position. The winch assembly also includes a cable tension winch shut off mechanism, which deactivates the winch motor in the absence of any tension on cables.

Abstract: A connector connecting structure for a detachable seat is provided which includes a floor-side hook provided rotatably on a floor, an arm coupled and fixed to the floor-side hook, and a floor-side connector provided on the arm, wherein a seat-side hook causes the floor-side hook in a collapsed state to rotate in a direction in which the floor-side hook erects together with the arm, so that a seat-side connector and the floor-side connector are connected to each other, when a seat is attached. The seat is caused to rotate such that the arm is erecting so as to bring both the connectors into connection with each other. The floor-side hook is provided with a semi-ring portion and a straight portion and is supported on the floor at an intermediate portion thereof by a shaft portion, and the arm is coupled and fixed to the floor-side hook via the shaft portion.

Abstract: A quick connect fastener system is provided. In another aspect of the present invention, a snap-in fastener is used for retaining an automotive vehicle interior trim member. A further aspect of the present invention employs a base and a resilient retainer, one of which includes a metallic portion and the other of which includes a polymeric portion. Moreover, a generally rigid polymeric base employs a channel operably receiving a metallic retainer in a laterally sliding manner to ease in assembly of the retainer to the base in an adhesive and screw-free manner.

Abstract: A tonneau cover is arranged to mount on the truck box of a conventional pick up truck for enclosing the box. The cover comprises a pair of panels which are pivotally mounted on respective sides of the box. The panels extend laterally inward such that free ends of the panels engage each other in a closed position. The panels may be pivoted upward and secured in an upward orientation by a pair of rails connected between the free ends of the respective panels in an extended position of the panels. The panels form a pair of side walls in the extended position for supporting large cargo in the box. The rails form a rack in the extended position for supporting additional cargo thereon. A locking device secures the panels in the closed position while a plurality of struts provides additional support to the panels when pivoting the panels between the closed and extended positions.

Abstract: A carrier for a front end module of a vehicle includes two side panels; a lower panel arranged across lower ends of the two side panels; two head lamp mounting parts formed outwardly at both sides of an upper end portion of the side panels; and an upper panel formed in a structure of downwardly opened channel type so that both ends thereof are inserted in and removably coupled to a coupling part formed on an upper end of the side panels. A cooling module mounting part is formed together with the side panels and the lower panel. Further, a reinforcing panel is installed along a lower end portion of a downwardly opened portion of the upper panel to reinforce rigidity of the upper panel.

Abstract: Various aspects of the present invention relate to a vehicle seat assembly supportable on a floor of a vehicle having a battery pack disposed behind the vehicle seat, operable to help cool the battery pack, a vehicle battery pack cooling system, and a method of cooling a vehicle battery pack. In at least one embodiment, the vehicle seat assembly comprises a seat bottom comprising a structural support portion made of a first material and a foam seat cushion supported on the structural support portion, with the first material being more resilient than the foam. The structural support portion is supportable on the vehicle floor and, when supported on the floor, communicates with the vehicle floor to form an air flow passage extending under the seat bottom to provide air flow to the battery pack.

Abstract: A high chair features various modes of adjustability and enhanced utility. The height of the chair can be adjusted using a single hand that engages a rear handle. The height of a seat platform of the chair can be adjusted separately relative to the tray. The tray itself is ergonomically designed for the benefit of the caregiver. A removable tray liner facilitates after-meal clean-up. Wheels on the underside of the tray ease fore/aft adjustment. A pivoting back rest of the chair minimizes rearward shift of the center of gravity of the occupied chair, thus requiring a smaller chair footprint. Further, an accessory bar pivoted to a seat back portion of the chair provides readily accessible entertainment.

Abstract: A vehicle seat, especially an aircraft passenger seat, has seat components such as the seat part, backrest and at least one console (10) which laterally borders the seat part, which forms an armrest, and which has a holder (12). In the holder (12), at least one display screen (14, 16) can be lowered in to its rest position. The screen can be moved by an adjustment part (18) out of the rest position into the position of use and vice versa. In the position of use for a seat occupant, data displayed on the display screen can be viewed. The functional possibilities are expanded to the extent that the console holder is used to store the display screen, by which a seat occupant can access information, whether in the form of a television program or movie, or in the form of computer displays.