Stable Vehicles, Handle-propelled Patents (Class 280/47.34)
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Patent number: 9022397Abstract: An adapter system can be used on a walker having a walker tube attached to a walker telescoping tube. The adapter system has an attachment assembly that is configured to connect the adapter system to the walker telescoping tube. A bracket assembly is connected to the attachment assembly. The bracket assembly is configured in a first mode of operation to provide an armrest support above the walker telescoping tube and in a second mode of operation to be located away from the walker telescoping tube. A brake assembly is attached to a bracket assembly. The brake assembly is configured to enable movement of a brake adjustment screw to stop or slow movement of the walker and also act as a means of controlling the distance between the brake handle and the vertical hand handle.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2014Date of Patent: May 5, 2015Inventor: Raymon Earl Prettyman
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Patent number: 9022413Abstract: A foldable walker apparatus includes a pair of spaced-apart inner frame members of two parts each hinged together, with a pair of link members diagonally extending therebetween. Each link has a bend extending upwardly and outwardly. The walker has support members that are arc-shaped with a seat extending between their apexes. A collapsible basket is provided with two end members each having a rigid peripheral portion connecting the frame members and a basket member of flexible fabric extending therebetween. A self-adjusting brake rod is provided with a gripping member spring-biased to remain free of the brake rod until the gripping member is operatively actuated to engage and thereby actuate the brake rod. A brake housing fully extends around a brake pad mechanism, including a means for connecting and adjusting the corresponding brake pad, to at least the outer periphery of one of the wheels for fully protecting the brake pad mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2011Date of Patent: May 5, 2015Assignee: Evolution Technologies Inc.Inventor: Julian Liu
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Patent number: 9016701Abstract: The retractable stand device may include an upper device 161, a top device 171, and a lower device 181 that may hold a musical instrument such as a guitar. In addition, the retractable stand device may be in combination with a utility case 100 or it may be a kit with installation hardware. The utility case 100 may include a hinged lid 122 for access to an upper compartment 120, a base 140 for amplifiers, fixed compartments 130, movable compartments 128, handles 118, and wheels 142. Numerous combinations of stand devices and utility case options are included.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2013Date of Patent: April 28, 2015Inventor: Paul Elijah Allen
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Patent number: 8998246Abstract: The present invention relates to a collapsible cart which has a substantially rectangular base comprising four side regions, four corner regions and hinge assemblies disposed at each corner region, hinged upright frame assemblies having a lower end rotatably connected to the hinge assemblies at the base, and an open top frame having hinge assemblies at each corner region rotatably connected to an upper end of the hinged upright frame assemblies. The base, upright and top frame hinge assemblies are all oriented so the upright frame assemblies can fold along the side regions of the cart when the collapsible cart is folded flat. In one particular embodiment, the base and top frame are square. A basket for storing a variety of items may be attached to the collapsible cart. The collapsible cart may also have wheels or casters on the base to permit easy movement of the collapsible cart.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2013Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: Griffard & Associates, LLCInventor: John D. Griffard
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Patent number: 8998222Abstract: A foldable rollator includes: a main support frame including two spaced-apart front support rods; a rear support frame including two spaced-apart rear support rods pivotally coupled to the front support rods, respectively; a plurality of wheels respectively installed on the main support frame and the rear support rods for rolling on the ground; an intermediate support frame coupled to the main support frame and the rear support frame, including a front support sub-frame pivotally coupled between the front support rods and a rear support sub-frame pivotally coupled between the rear support rods, the front and rear support sub-frames being further pivotally coupled to an axle; a seat unit disposed atop the intermediate support frame; and a backrest unit pivotally coupled to the axle.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2012Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Inventor: Wendy Huang
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Publication number: 20150084297Abstract: A dolly is provided for us in moving, stacking and storing tubular truss.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2014Publication date: March 26, 2015Inventor: Michael P.A. Chouinard
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Publication number: 20150071756Abstract: In certain aspects, a roller assembly includes a base structure defining multiple recesses that extend inwardly from a top surface of the base structure, a first wheel, and a second wheel. The multiple recesses are configured such that at least one of the multiple recesses is engageable with an auxiliary component of the load, and the multiple recesses include a central recess positioned at a center of the top surface of the base structure. The first wheel is disposed along a first side of the base structure, and the second wheel is disposed along a second side of the base structure, the second side of the base structure being spaced apart from and parallel to the first side of the base structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2014Publication date: March 12, 2015Inventor: Hernán Luis y Prado
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Patent number: 8973926Abstract: The invention includes a rolling chair for mechanics and the like to use on a floor to move around a work area. The rolling chair has a rigid frame with legs extending outwardly from a central riser housing an adjustable cylinder supporting a padded seat. The frame supports a rotary platform with a large section and a smaller walled section for storing tools or parts. The rolling chair is suspended above the ground by castered wheels secured to a leg terminal end. The castered wheels rotate vertically and horizontally. The castered wheels may be large and the central riser may protrude above and below the frame. The platform has an outer perimeter above the vertical axes of the castered wheels.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Inventor: Patrick Lensing
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Publication number: 20150059363Abstract: A mobile galley cart including a wheeled insulated housing having a door configured to open to access to the interior of the housing, a thermoelectric chiller mounted near the bottom of the cart, cold air ducting in fluid communication with the thermoelectric chiller and opening to the interior of the housing, and warm air ducting including a warm air exhaust arranged to exhaust warm air from the mobile galley cart. A mobile galley cart system including a cart configured to dock at a separate service wall to provide service connections therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventors: Peter Burd, Jenny Wilson, Craig Cunningham
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Patent number: 8967632Abstract: A tool cart caddy suitable for carrying a tool cart as well as tools and materials at a construction site moves easily around a construction site. An especially successful version of this tool cart caddy is as a transport or another cart, such as a cart for an electrician or plumber to transport the required tools and materials around the construction site. The tool cart caddy has a base can both support a cart and carry additional tools or materials. The lower base is generally rectangular with a caster, preferably a lockable caster, mounted at each corner thereof. Thus, the tool cart caddy can be moved on the casters, with the casters being locked or unlocked as desired.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2014Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Inventor: Scott E. Gunsaullus
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Patent number: 8967637Abstract: A tail wheel transporter with an off-center single-beam chassis in a tricycle carriage coupled to a towing arm. The single beam chassis pivotably supports a lifting foot member of a four bar mechanism that is side mounted on the single-beam chassis. The lifting foot supports two studs, one fixed and one adjustable, for engaging a tail wheel. The lifting arm is coupled to the four bar mechanism and is manually operated to lift the tail wheel off the ground. In the lifted position, the lifting arm is latched to the towing arm so that constant manual force to maintain lift is not required. The tail wheel is received on the studs between the front and rear axles and exerts force below the height of the rear axle, so no manual force is required to maintain balance during operation. A low-profile bifurcated front wheel allows use under low-hanging vehicle parts.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2012Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Inventor: Daniel S. Perry
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Patent number: 8955857Abstract: A carcass transportation cart is provided for moving a dead pig from a confinement area to a disposal location.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2014Date of Patent: February 17, 2015Inventor: Joseph D. Kunkel
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Patent number: 8950760Abstract: A mobile and adjustable dolly having an adjustable “V” shaped dolly frame. The dolly frame comprises first and second pivotal frame members rotationally coupled to a central support frame member forming a “V” shape. The central support frame member comprises a series of angle maintaining features for securing each frame member at any of a plurality of angled configurations. A distal caster, having a wheel rotation disposed therewith, is assembled to a distal end of each frame member and a central caster is assembled to a pivotal region of the dolly frame. A vehicle support subassembly is disposed upon and extends upward from the each respective frame member. An elongated handle assembly extends from the central caster. The elongated handle assembly further comprises a wheel chock, which removably engages with the central wheel when subjected to the weight of the elongated handle assembly.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2014Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Inventor: Steven S. Davis
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Patent number: 8944459Abstract: A collapsible wagon comprises integral bench seats and a folding construction that can be used to transport children or large household objects. The wagon folds in half to provide a suitcase-sized configuration for purposes of storage and transportation. The wagon further includes a pull handle, large wheels, seat belts, and drink holders.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2013Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Inventor: Amanda L. Hagy
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Patent number: 8944443Abstract: A foldable golf bag cart includes a connecting seat that has two tubular walls, each of which is formed with an interior pivot hole and a swing hole, and a positioning member that is movably mounted on a rear wheel leg. The swing hole has a swing section, an abutment section, and an insert section. When the positioning member is moved in the insert section, the rear wheel leg is pushed into the abutment section so that the rear wheel leg is prevented from moving forwardly and rearwardly. When the positioning member is disengaged from the insert section, the rear wheel leg extends into the swing section and is movable forwardly to a folded position.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2013Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Macauto Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: Paul Lin
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Publication number: 20150028555Abstract: An industrial cart has a caster interface which allows for the quick changing of wheel casters on the cart without the use of tools. The caster interface forms a three-sided pocket into which a wheeled caster seats. A plate of the caster seats within the pocket through an open end of the pocket. A locking mechanism is used to quickly and easily secure the caster into the pocket.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2014Publication date: January 29, 2015Inventors: John Wayne Kroening, Zachary Tate Lamoreux
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Publication number: 20150021878Abstract: Portable support cart systems are provided. The support cart can include a trailer-hitch-type connection that can attach to a movable bed, such as a gurney, for easily and conveniently transporting the cart system together with the bed. Also provided are detachable frames for transporting medical support components, as well as methods of using the same. The detachable frame can be detachably mounted on a portable cart or a movable bed, such as a gurney.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2014Publication date: January 22, 2015Inventors: Redmond Paul BURKE, Robert Laurence HANNAN, Jorge Wilfredo OJITO, Edwit George TIRONI
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Patent number: 8936256Abstract: There is provided a walker apparatus. The walker apparatus has a pair of spaced-apart, arc-shaped support members. The walker apparatus includes a pair of elongate pivot rods operatively connected to respective ones the support members. The walker apparatus includes a laterally-foldable seat. The seat pivotally connects to the support members via the pivot rods. According to one aspect, each support member has an apex. The elongate pivot rods operatively connect to respective ones of the apexes of the support members.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2013Date of Patent: January 20, 2015Assignee: Evolution Technologies Inc.Inventor: Julian Liu
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Publication number: 20150014964Abstract: An ambulatory assistance device includes a base having a set of wheels the base configured to at least partially surround a patient's body to provide a maximum level of support along all possible force vectors. The base includes ballast to lower the center of gravity of the ambulatory assistance device. Furthermore, the ambulatory assistance device includes a frame assembly having a handle extending from the base. The handle is disposed at a distance between about two inches and three inches proximal to the center of gravity of the unit. This positioning of the handle, in combination with the positioning of the wheels of the base provides the ambulatory assistance device with a substantially stable design.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2014Publication date: January 15, 2015Applicant: Penta Mobility, Inc.Inventors: Joseph D. Antocci, Edward A. Kamens
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Patent number: 8931787Abstract: A support cart for a machine screw may comprise a frame and a plurality of trolleys. The frame may have a pair of tracks and a caster assembly. The caster assembly may have a first position where the frame does not contact a surface, such as a floor, allowing the frame to be movable. The caster assembly may also have a second position which allows the frame to contact the surface, such as a floor, rendering the frame to be substantially stationary. The plurality of trolleys may include a base, an adjuster, a support bracket, and a plurality of rollers. The trolleys may be movable along the tracks of the frame via the plurality of rollers. A height position of the support bracket may be adjustable relative to the base via the adjuster.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Assignee: Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Crawford, Derrick Gene Colon
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Patent number: 8925683Abstract: A utility holding device is suitable for carrying tools and materials at a construction site. The utility holding device is especially useful for carrying tools and materials for an electrician or a plumber. The wheels provide mobility. The ladder attachment permits a utility holding device to be safely used with a ladder. The scaffold attachment permits a utility holding device to be safely used with a scaffold.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2012Date of Patent: January 6, 2015Inventor: Scott E. Gunsaullus
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Patent number: 8894076Abstract: A cart may include a frame, a plurality of wheels carried by the frame, a platform movably carried by the frame, and a lift assembly. The lift assembly may be carried at least in part by the frame and operably associated with the platform to move the platform relative to the frame. The lift assembly may include at least one hydraulic actuator having a piston rod movable under hydraulic pressure to move the platform relative to the frame.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2012Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignees: Magline, Inc., Swift Water Logistics, Inc.Inventors: Bruce L. Hailston, Andrew P. Richard
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Publication number: 20140339784Abstract: There is provided a mounting assembly including a frame portion of a walker apparatus having a first bore and a second bore extending in a direction generally perpendicular to the first bore. The assembly includes a shaft rotatably connected to a wheel fork. The shaft is partially disposed within the first bore. The shaft has a recess for aligning with the second bore. The recess may be annular according to one aspect. The assembly includes a securing member threadably engageable with the second bore. The securing member couples to the frame portion of the walker apparatus. The frame portion may have a closed top according to another aspect within which a first end of the shaft is positioned. The assembly may include a bearing and a female threaded member connected to a second end of the shaft, with the female threaded member situating the bearing in place.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2013Publication date: November 20, 2014Inventor: Julian Liu
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Patent number: 8882115Abstract: The present invention provides a manual cart for safe and efficient transportation of electronic equipment such as server racks and equipment cabinets within a data center or co-location facility. Methods of moving the electronic equipment within a data center or co-location facility in such manual carts are also described.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Assignee: Switch LLCInventor: Rob Roy
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Patent number: 8869960Abstract: An expandable multi-compartment luggage having a second luggage bag hingeably attached to the first luggage bag. The second luggage bag having an upper portion and a collapsible lower portion. The collapsible lower portion being moveable between a collapsed position to an expanded position defining a lower interior compartment. The luggage also including a dividing wall disposed between the upper and lower portions of the second luggage bag, and which is movable from a closed position dividing the upper interior compartment of the second luggage bag and the lower interior compartment of the second luggage bag and an open position with the upper interior compartment of the second luggage bag being in communication with the lower interior compartment of the second luggage bag.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2012Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: Ingenious Designs LLCInventor: Joy Mangano
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Patent number: 8857827Abstract: A cart having a platform and at least one forward located non-direction biased caster wheel and two rearward located direction biased caster wheels. A second forward located non-direction biased caster wheel may be provided. Various cart types are disclosed including lumber, flatbed, nursery, utility and luggage carts. An embodiment for converting between biased direction and non-biased direction rear wheels is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2009Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Inventor: Shane Chen
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Patent number: 8844951Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a portable medical instrument system. The system includes a frame for supporting system process and user interface components. One or more support rails are interconnected with the frame to provide an accessories support system to securely receive medical accessory components. In at least one embodiment, the support rails have a configuration substantially matching a bedrail of a hospital bed. In another aspect, the support rails have a height to width ratio of about 2 to 1. In still a further aspect, the support rails have a height to width ration of 1 to 0.375. According to yet another aspect, at least one of the support rails may be molded from portions of the portable medical system itself.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2013Date of Patent: September 30, 2014Assignee: Volcano CorporationInventors: Duane De Jong, Aaron J. Cheline
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Patent number: 8844884Abstract: A wheeled structure for long arm tools connected to a suction block includes a trolley with a lower platform accommodating the suction block and an upper platform forming a service platform, with a grip handle. A long arm tool support device is positioned and centered on or in a pole connected to the service platform. A tilt device is arranged with a base secured to the service platform and articulatedly accommodates the pole. The base has a rear heel for articulation of a toggle level. The pole is arranged in the upper portion thereof to accommodate a guide pin engaging with an upper end portion of the toggle lever. The pole is arranged to accommodate a column for accommodation of the long arm tool support device. Removing the support device allows the device to tilt to a horizontal position opposite the upper portion of the service platform.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2012Date of Patent: September 30, 2014Assignee: M. B. H. DeveloppementInventor: Marc Bottazzi
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Publication number: 20140283713Abstract: A pallet includes a deck having an upper surface for supporting goods thereon. The deck includes a plurality of ribs extending downward. According to one feature, the ribs may form plurality of stringers extending downward below the deck. Some of the ribs may be shorter in order to form a notch at each end of the stringers for engaging supports in a rack. In another feature, a plurality of locating features project upward from the surface of the deck. The plurality of locating features may each be generally in the shape of a pyramid for being received in the recessed bases of stackable plastic milk jugs.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: September 25, 2014Applicant: Rehrig Pacific CompanyInventors: Kyle Baltz, John Zelek
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Publication number: 20140284903Abstract: A wheeled cart that is meant to house all the accouterments necessary to the act of outdoor cooking to consolidate all the items used when barbecuing into one convenient unit, while also liberating the user from frequent trips inside the house to gather further necessities.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2013Publication date: September 25, 2014Inventor: Beverly Elaine Smith
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Patent number: 8840125Abstract: A rollator includes a support frame assembly, a handgrip unit pivotable relative to the support frame assembly between depressed and non-depressed positions, at least three wheels mounted pivotally to a bottom portion of the support frame assembly, and at least one braking device including a brake wire unit connected to the handgrip unit, and a brake fixed to the support frame assembly at a location proximate to one of the wheels and connected to the brake wire unit. The brake includes a casing, a stop member, and a gear connected coaxially to one of the wheels. The stop member is movable between free and braking positions where the stop member is spaced apart from and is engaged with the gear, respectively.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2012Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Inventor: Wendy Huang
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Publication number: 20140265188Abstract: A braking system is mounted on a rollator or a transport chair and includes a braking part and an operating system. The braking part is mounted adjacent to a wheel of a rollator or a transport chair. When the operating system is unactuated, the braking part abuts a corresponding wheel to avoid a rotation of the corresponding wheel. When a user wants to walk and move the rollator or the transport chair, the user can press the operating system such that the braking part departs from the wheels and releases a brake. When the user wants to sit on the seat cushion and rest, the user can keep the braking system actuated without pressing the operating system, and accordingly the rollator or the transport chair would not be slidable when sat on, thereby avoiding danger. In addition, when the user walks on a slope, the user can release their hands from the rollator or the transport chair without making the rollator or the transport chair slide down the slope.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: FLYING EAGLE TECHNOLOGY INC.Inventor: Ling-Seng CHANG
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Publication number: 20140265193Abstract: A support comprises a device mount adapted to be connected to a user device such as a monitor. The device mount is supported on a first pivot for rotational motion about a first axis of rotation. A slide assembly comprises a carriage where the carriage is mounted for translational movement and supports the first pivot such that the first axis of rotation may be moved transversely. The support may be mounted on a technology cart comprising an upright supported on wheels where the upright supports a movable work platform. The support may be located in front of and closely adjacent to the upright where the movement of the pivot allows the user device to be rotated without interference from the upright.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventor: Jeffrey P. Stark
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Publication number: 20140265194Abstract: A self-contained janitorial tool caddy is disclosed. The tool caddy has an inner circular element which can be in the shape of a cylinder. This inner circular element fits around the base of a standard commercial trash barrel. The inner circular element has one or more outwardly disposed compartments designed to hold janitorial tools and supplies. The tool caddy has a base, to which wheels are directly attached, allowing the caddy to move freely about, without having to be mounted on a separate wheeled structure. In another embodiment the base extends beyond the diameter of the outer element of the caddy, thereby giving more stability to the entire assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventor: CHRISTOPHER GWIN
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Patent number: 8832874Abstract: A person moving device for moving a person of limited mobility. The device comprises a lower floor engaging frame part (1) and an upper patient carrying part (6) adapted to carry a patient by engaging the patient's torso from the front and which is mounted to the lower frame part for movement between a patient load-unload position and a patient transport position. The upper patient carrying part being mounted to the lower frame part for curvilinear movement about an axis extending across the patient and positioned so that the patient's torso moves substantially by rolling about an axis across the device and the patient and substantially about a center of mass of the patient. A handle (12) is also provided by which a user can cause the upper patient carrying 10 part to move from the load-unload position to the transport position.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2010Date of Patent: September 16, 2014Inventor: Keith Vivian Alexander
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Patent number: 8827282Abstract: A storage bag system for a wagon includes a collapsible storage bag that is movable between an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The storage bag system also includes a connector for attaching the collapsible storage bag to a sidewall of the wagon. As a result, the invention provides additional hauling and storage capacity for a wagon via a collapsible storage bag that may be moved to a collapsed configuration.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2011Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Radio Flyer Inc.Inventors: Thomas Schlegel, Mark Johnson, Ross Bartels, Jeffrey Bricker, Joseph Agati
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Patent number: 8827281Abstract: A shopping cart features a main tube member including a pair of frame side rail portions, a pair of handle riser portions attached to trailing sections of the pair of frame side rail portions and a handle cross portion connected between the pair of handle riser portions. A basket is attached to the pair of handle riser portions. A rear caster support includes a pair of rear caster legs joined by a crossbar. The pair of rear caster legs are connected one each to the pair of handle riser portions. A pair of rear casters are attached one each to the pair of rear caster legs. A pair of front casters are joined to the pair of frame side rail portions.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2013Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Unarco Industries LLCInventor: Woody Smith
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Patent number: 8820755Abstract: A creeper (20) for a mechanic includes a top surface (21) and a bottom surface (22). The top surface (21) includes a headrest section (30), a shoulder-receiving section (31), a back-receiving section (32), and a buttocks-receiving section (33). The shoulder-receiving section (31) is wider than any of the other sections for comfortable full shoulder support of the user. The back-receiving section (32) and the buttocks-receiving section (33) are generally flat and the shoulder-receiving section (31) is generally uniformly inclined from the back-receiving section (32) upwardly to the headrest section (30) for the comfort of the neck of the user. Pockets (39) are formed on each side of the buttocks-receiving section (33), and radiused surfaces (41) extend from the side surfaces of the buttocks-receiving section (33) to the pockets (39) for the comfort of the user. The bottom surface (22) includes a plurality of parallel recesses (47) extending under all of the sections of the top surface (21).Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Whiteside Mfg. Co.Inventors: Kirt E. Whiteside, Shane Obitts
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Patent number: 8820756Abstract: A carrier for transporting bulky, relatively heavy goods, the carrier capable of being operated by a single individual.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2013Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Inventor: Albert L. Hronyetz
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Patent number: 8814199Abstract: Described is a collapsible cart that provides substantial stability when operated. A pair of enlarged wheels allow an operator to lift one end of the cart to traverse rough surfaces as needed. Enlarged wheels are mounted outside an overhead profile of the collapsible cart thereby providing lateral and other stability not previously possible. A first shelf, tray, bucket or working surface may be collapsed to contact or mate with a second such shelf to create an easily transportable or storable collapsed structure. A telescoping handle allows a collapsed cart to serve as a hand dolly.Type: GrantFiled: July 4, 2013Date of Patent: August 26, 2014Inventors: John Oliver Shindelar, Stuart Zinke
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Patent number: 8814179Abstract: A shopping cart wheel ski device facilitates movement of a shopping cart over a surface. The device includes a plate having a bottom surface. An aperture extends through the plate. Each of a pair of spaced arms is coupled to and extends upwardly from the plate. Each arm is configured for engaging a shopping cart wheel such that an outer perimeter surface of the shopping cart wheel extends through the aperture.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2013Date of Patent: August 26, 2014Inventor: Dennis E. McCormick
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Publication number: 20140232077Abstract: A golf trolley including: a frame assembly, a handrail, a rotating device, a front wheel assembly, and a locking device. The handrail is disposed on the frame assembly. The rotating device is disposed on a front end of the frame assembly. The front wheel assembly is rotatably mounted on the rotating device. The locking device is disposed on the handrail. The locking device is connected to the rotating device for controlling the degree of rotation of the front wheel assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: Ningbo Wentai Sport Equipment Co., Ltd.Inventor: Sheng ZHANG
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Publication number: 20140205418Abstract: One variation may include a module may include a cargo cavity and at least one wheel. The module may be constructed and arranged to aid in the transportation and delivery of cargo or freight over terrain or rough surfaces.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2013Publication date: July 24, 2014Applicant: GM Global Technology Operations LLCInventor: Chet R. Wisniewski
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Patent number: 8783698Abstract: An all terrain floating accessories buggy including oversized tires and a tubular, hollow frame disposed around a mesh base, wherein said oversized tires and hollow frame displace a volume of water having mass enough to ensure positive buoyancy of the all terrain floating accessories buggy when porting an extant cooler stocked with cargo through water of a depth exceeding the radius of the oversized tires.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2013Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Inventors: Andy Elizondo, Sheila Elizondo
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Patent number: 8776825Abstract: An oil removing apparatus and system designed to drain fluids such as hot motor oil from a motor vehicle comprises a tank supported by rolling casters and having handles used to position the tank underneath a motor vehicle. An upper portion of the apparatus comprises an inflatable wall structure which provides vertically adjustable positioning around an oil pan or similar structure. The inflatable structure further includes a heat-resistant glove for accessing and removing a drain plug or similar feature. During typical use, a user removes the drain plug with the glove and drains the oil while the glove and inflatable structure protects the user from the hot motor oil.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2013Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Inventor: Lloyd G. Bigham
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Patent number: 8764027Abstract: In one embodiment, a slab dolly for moving slabs of material includes a body adapted to support a slab of material, wheels that support the body, handles that extend to a rear of the body, and a leg that is pivotally connected to the body, the leg being adapted to drop down from the body and engage a floor surface or stair steps to act as a pivot member about which the dolly can be pivoted to assist a user in moving the dolly up a flight of stairs.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2013Date of Patent: July 1, 2014Inventor: Michael Della Polla
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Patent number: 8740242Abstract: A posterior walker has an anteriorly open, wheeled frame having a transverse posterior structural member, a left and right forearm support member attached to the frame, and adapted to be aligned with the forearms of a user at an angle wherein the user's wrist is lower than the elbow, and left and right hand grips associated with the left and right forearm support member.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2011Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Biovar CorporationInventor: Flo Slomp
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Patent number: 8733786Abstract: A recreational cart assembly is provided for facilitating transportation of multiple items desired for use at a recreational site such as a park or beach. The assembly includes a basket having a back panel, a bottom panel, a front panel, and a pair of side panels. The side panels extend between the front panel and the back panels. The bottom panel extends between the side panels and between the front panel and the back panel. A plurality of wheels and a handle are coupled to the basket. The basket also has a plurality of openings. A collapsible chair is provided having a hook. The hook is inserted through and engages an opening in the basket whereby the chair is coupled to the basket.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2011Date of Patent: May 27, 2014Inventor: Nadia S. James
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Publication number: 20140125021Abstract: A self-propelled vehicle (10) suitable for use as a golfing accessory, the vehicle comprising: a plurality of wheels (14, 21), a base part (12) and a control arm (18), wherein the control arm and base part are moveable relative to one another so that said vehicle can be arranged in one of a plurality of different operating configurations.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2011Publication date: May 8, 2014Inventor: Arnold Du Toit
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Patent number: 8708363Abstract: A folding walker includes a first frame of two parallel main supports separated by a horizontal cross bar. An inverted U-shaped second frame has one leg pivotally affixed to each main support of the first frame and pivotal between an extended operable position and a folded storage position. At least one brace extends from an intermediate portion of a leg of the second frame and is pivotally affixed thereto, and an upper end of the brace is slidably attached to an upper portion of one of the main supports of the first frame. At least one tension brace extends between a lower portion of one of the main supports of the first frame and one of the legs of the inverted U-shaped second frame. The tension brace is intermediately hinged wherein a first segment of the tension brace is pivotal with respect to a second segment of the tension brace.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Inventor: Joseph Hsiao-Wen Chang