Collapsed Components Form Self-contained Carrying Case Patents (Class 297/17)
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Patent number: 11666496Abstract: A chair includes a frame unit including a seat frame, a leg rest that is pivotally mounted to the seat frame, and a rest adjusting mechanism that is connected between the leg rest and the seat frame. The rest adjusting mechanism is convertible between an unlocked state, where the leg rest is permitted to pivot relative to the seat frame, and a locked state, where the leg rest is not permitted to pivot relative to the seat frame.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2021Date of Patent: June 6, 2023Assignee: WONDERLAND SWITZERLAND AGInventor: Xiaojian Zhang
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Patent number: 11399630Abstract: A foldable stool has a stool surface and two support legs; the stool surface is made of flexible materials capable of being folded to form a storage compartment; two support legs are swingly connected to each other, the top of two support legs are respectively connected to the left side and right side of a bottom surface of the stool surface; each support leg is hollow inside with an upper section, a middle section and a lower section connected together; an elastic rope runs through inside of each support leg, when the elastic rope is extended, the three sections are separated from each other and rotatably folded into the storage compartment. The stool is simple in structure, light and easy to use and low in cost, easy to carry and also is very beautiful.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2021Date of Patent: August 2, 2022Assignee: Ninghai Xingda Leisure Products Co., Ltd.Inventor: Jinxue Hu
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Patent number: 11083298Abstract: Disclosed herein is a meditation apparatus comprising a meditation seat and articulated pad that is lightweight, compact, and easy to transport that is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, wherein the articulated pad is pivotally connected to the seat.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2020Date of Patent: August 10, 2021Assignee: Calyx Cushions LLCInventor: Harry Miles
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Patent number: 10321764Abstract: A portable cushion system includes a superior cushion section configured for placement under the user's head and upper torso, a midsection cushion section configured for placement under the user's seat and lower back, a proximal inferior cushion section configured for placement under the user's upper legs, a distal inferior cushion section configured for placement under the user's lower legs, two straps coupled on one end to the superior cushion section, two fastener terminals located on the distal inferior cushion section, and configured for fastening to the straps, and wherein when the superior, midsection, proximal inferior, and distal inferior cushion sections are folded, the straps are configured for use as shoulder straps for securing and transporting the system.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2017Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Inventor: Laurie Caluwaert
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Patent number: 10272786Abstract: The Safety, Power and Shade Device is a system usable with wheelchairs providing an upright and horizontal frame attachable by brackets to a wheelchair seat back. The frame allows for the installation of safety and illumination lights, a solar panel for supplemental recharging of an electric wheelchair battery and a means of shelter or shade. The frame assembly is constructed to allow the horizontal frame to fold over and behind the wheelchair for a vertical relationship with the frame upright.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2013Date of Patent: April 30, 2019Inventor: David Kurt Schneider
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Patent number: 9599277Abstract: The invention relates to a frame (1, 100) for holding an ironing board (2) comprising a floor element to be positioned on a floor and a clamping means (7, 8; 107, 108) provided on said floor element for clamping cooperation with support legs of said ironing board (2). A first preferred embodiment is comprised of a frame that comprises a tubular frame (100). A second preferred embodiment is comprised of a frame that comprises a slab (1). Said frame (1, 100) furthermore comprises a guiding system for a chair (3; 106), so as to be able to move to and fro along the ironing board (2).Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2012Date of Patent: March 21, 2017Inventor: Victorine Gladys De Leeuw-Brouwn
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Patent number: 9185983Abstract: A folding lounge chair that is selectively configurable between an open configuration and a folded configuration. The folding lounge chair has a seat section, a backrest section, and a leg support section. A first leg assembly and a second leg assembly are both pivotably connected to the seat section. The two leg assemblies are folded into a common plane that is flush against the seat section when the lounge chair is in its folded configuration. Shoulder straps are anchored to the seat section. The shoulder straps can be selectively opened between ends. This enables the shoulder straps to pass over the leg assemblies when in the folded configuration and pass under both the leg assemblies when the folding lounge chair is in the open configuration.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2014Date of Patent: November 17, 2015Assignee: Rio Brands, LLCInventor: Warren Cohen
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Patent number: 9049938Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2013Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 8926008Abstract: The portable folding chair is a compact, folding multi-functional chair providing storage for, and interconnection with, a wide variety of auxiliary gear. The portable folding chair includes a seat, a backrest pivotally joined to a rear end of the seat, and a pair of sidewalls respectively secured to a pair of side edges of the seat. An upper edge of each sidewall has a substantially arcuate contour. A substantially U-shaped frame having opposed open and closed ends is provided, with the closed end being adapted for supporting a user's feet. The open end is pivotally secured to respective front edges of the sidewalls. A rear surface of the backrest and the substantially U-shaped frame are each substantially arcuate such that the rear surface of the backrest and the substantially U-shaped frame are positioned adjacent to, and in substantial alignment with, the upper edges of the pair of sidewalls when folded.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2014Date of Patent: January 6, 2015Inventor: Khaled Jafar Al-Hasan
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Patent number: 8777306Abstract: A foldable chair, operable between a seating configuration and a rolling transport configuration, the foldable chair comprising a plurality of legs with a roller secured to the distal end of each leg and the proximal end of each leg secured to a column base. Extending from the column base is a column with a first and second end, the column first end secured to the column base and the second end of the column secured to a first platform or seat cushion. A second platform extends downwardly from the first platform for attaching a carrying case. Also included is a backrest rotatably secured to the first platform such that when the backrest is perpendicular to the first platform two roller elements are fully shrouded. When the backrest is rotated 90 degrees and disposed substantially parallel to the seat cushion the roller elements are exposed for rolling contact with the ground surface.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2011Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Inventor: Brenda D. Rahm
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Patent number: 8573454Abstract: A combination backpack and seating apparatus. The present invention comprises a seat member having a top wall, at least one side wall, a front wall, and a rear wall defining a seat volume. A back support is rotatably connected proximal to the rear wall of the member and is rotatable between an angled position that is inclined relative to the sitting surface and a horizontal position substantially adjacent to the sitting surface. The invention comprises a foldable support assembly that is configurable to a generally planar folded state and an expanded state, wherein in the folded state the support assembly is rotatable between a first position that is generally parallel to the sitting surface. The invention further comprises an enclosure detachably connected to the back support.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2010Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Inventor: Rafael Alberto Talavera Tolentino
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Patent number: 8528976Abstract: A detachable, foldable seat specially designed to attach to the tailgate of a pickup truck or sport utility vehicle. The device comprises a bench seat, having a bottom seat cushion and a back support cushion attached to a hinge mechanism with a tailgate jamb post. The seat can fold in half at the hinge between the bottom and back support cushion of the device. During installation, the jamb post of the hinge inserts into the jamb between the open tailgate and the truck bed, securing the seat in position. A dual purpose strap attaches to either side of the bottom cushion such that the strap wraps around the open tailgate and further secures the seat in place. When the device is uninstalled and in a closed configuration, the strap serves as a fastening strap to keep the device in a stowed position.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2011Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Inventor: Brandon Wimberley
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Patent number: 8517465Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 8517462Abstract: A configurable seating device comprising a first portion, the first portion including a strap, wherein the strap is configured to securably engage a structure, a second portion hingedly connected to the first portion, and a third portion hingedly connected to the second portion, wherein the first portion, the second portion, and the third portion hingedly move from a first position to a second position, wherein, when in the first position, the first portion, the second portion, and the third portion are in a substantially vertical alignment, wherein, when in the second position, the second portion supports a user in a seated position a distance above the ground and the third portion extends from the second portion in a direction which elevates the second portion the distance above the ground is provided. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2011Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Multiseat, Inc.Inventor: Richard R. Birch
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Patent number: 8459734Abstract: An equipment case, briefcase sized or larger, for carrying a laptop computer or other equipment, that opens and separates into two compartments, one forming a seat, the other a table; said equipment case as seat and table stabilized by their coupling.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2010Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Inventor: Matthew Ballard Herschler
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Patent number: 8292362Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2011Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 8262157Abstract: A collapsible and foldable composite chair with back slats and seat slats held together by a fabric material. A fold line hinge into the fabric material which normally wears out over time is reinforced to prevent such early wear outs with a cell foam material, preferably a closed cell polyolefin strip. As a result the slats do not wear though the slat pockets in the material and the fold line hinge endures.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2009Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Inventor: Leslie Aisner Novak
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Patent number: 8205935Abstract: A collapsible stool for easy storage, comprising a collapsible, bench body member, a bench body support panel; and a bench cap. When in use, the bench cap is mounted on the bench body member in its expanded state. The bench body member, in its expanded state, forms a four-sided cylindrical body. Each of the four walls of the four-sided cylindrical body is made of a soft exterior layer, and a solid composite panel that is enclosed within the soft exterior layer. The bench cap is a non-collapsible cap-shaped body that is formed from a bench cap surface member, and bench cap walls to which the bench cap surface member is connected. The bench cap surface member and the bench cap walls are made of a soft exterior layer, and a solid composite panel enclosed within the soft exterior layer. When stored, the bench body support panel and the collapsed bench body member of the present collapsible stool are disposed in the non-collapsible bench cap, forming a single unit that is convenient for storage and transportation.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2011Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Assignee: The FHE Group Inc.Inventor: Hongyan Tang
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Patent number: 8197000Abstract: A chair assembly that contains both an auxiliary leg and at least one rear pocket that extend from the rear of the backrest. The chair assembly has a seat and a leg framework that supports the seat at a predetermined elevation. A backrest is provided that is adjustable between a generally vertical position and a generally horizontal position. At least a first pocket extends outwardly from the rear surface of the backrest. The auxiliary leg is connected to the rear of the backrest above the first pocket. The auxiliary leg can be folded against the backrest or rotated to a position where it extends away from the backrest. When in its folded position, the auxiliary leg extends around the periphery of the first pocket. In this manner, the auxiliary leg and the first pocket do not physically interfere with each other.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2009Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Inventor: Warren Cohen
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Patent number: 8182031Abstract: A poker kit comprising a plurality of chairs; a cushion attached to the seat panel of the chair and a plurality of legs attached to the seat panel; a first armrest and second armrest extending from the back panel of the chair; an ashtray attached to the first armrest and a cup holder attached to the second armrest; a storage pouch attached to the arm near the ashtray; a table having an octagon shape and a felt panel attached the top; a plurality of legs attached to the table; wherein the cushions of the chair are decorated with a design of one of the four top poker hands; wherein markers are labeled on the felt on the table.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2010Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Inventor: Eric K. MacKenzie
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Patent number: 8181285Abstract: A seat assembly includes primary and secondary sections. Each section has a primary face and a secondary face. Each face has a peripheral side wall, interior and exterior edges, and front and rear edges. A hinge couples the side walls of the sections at the interior edges. In this manner movement between deployed and collapsed orientations is allowed. Four primary legs are pivotally secured to the primary face between its peripheral side wall. Two secondary legs are pivotally secured to the secondary face adjacent to its exterior edge between its peripheral side wall. The legs are pivotable between the collapsed and deployed orientations perpendicular to the primary and exterior faces. Holes are provided in the peripheral side walls adjacent to the exterior edges. A handle has legs reciprocally received within the holes. The handle has a grip. The grip couples the legs for carrying purposes.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2009Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Inventor: Rhonda G. Jackson
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Patent number: 8152236Abstract: A restraining apparatus for a child consists of a frame with a back; the back of the frame has parallel back rods which can be adjusted lengthwise and a bottom foldably attached to the back by lockable hinges. The back and the bottom each have a foundation rod further comprising a stop. The apparatus also has a cover for the frame. The cover has an upper portion containing a plurality of slots, and a plurality of straps which fit removably through the slots to adjust to the height of the child to be restrained.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2010Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Inventor: Amanda Romero
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Patent number: 8070220Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2011Date of Patent: December 6, 2011Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 7909395Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2010Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 7857378Abstract: Various embodiments of a seating apparatus are set forth herein. In one embodiment, a seating apparatus includes a folding chair, bag, and blanket. The folding chair is movable between use and storage configurations. The bag has an internal area to receive the folding chair at the storage configuration. The bag has opposed ends and a length therebetween; an opening is at one end for passing the folding chair to and from the internal area. The blanket has a primary portion and at least one flap. An end of the primary portion is coupled to the bag and extends along at least a section of the bag length. The flap is sized to extend from the primary portion beyond a bag end and is not directly coupled to the bag. At least one fastener is configured to selectively couple the blanket to itself when the blanket is wrapped around the bag.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2008Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Inventor: Zachary Lee Smith
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Patent number: 7832797Abstract: A foldable chair that is convertible to either a seat or a table that includes a laterally extending wedge shaped frame, a backrest, a leg, and a seat. The chair includes two chambers for respectively receiving the backrest and the leg. The backrest and the leg are pivotally connected to the seat. The chair includes a locking structure for securing the backrest and leg in either of a retracted or extended state. In the retracted state, the backrest and leg are flush with the frame.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 16, 2010Inventor: Takeshi Miyakawa
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Patent number: 7815254Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2009Date of Patent: October 19, 2010Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 7757912Abstract: A sports backpack includes a hollow bag member with a pair of shoulder straps on the front surface thereof for securing the bag member to a user's back. The bag member includes several storage compartments that are accessible with zippers. Furthermore, the bag member includes a plurality of horizontally aligned male snap members on the rear surface thereof. An accompanying collapsible stool includes an attachment strip with mating female snap members thereon for fastening the stool to the bag member.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2006Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Inventor: Eliseo Fabro
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Patent number: 7740309Abstract: A folding chair utilizes a gear train to control a folding motion and to achieve a compact closed form. While holding a handle integrated into a backrest, the weight of the chair allows it to open and unfold automatically into an open position. The folding chair locks in place in the open position. To refold the chair, a button is depressed to release the lock and the seat is pulled toward the backrest. The gear train refolds the front and rear legs. In the compact folded position, the lightweight chair can be carried with one hand in a relaxed position, similar to an attache case. The handle is contoured so that it is possible for an adult to carry two chairs back to back in each hand.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2008Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Inventor: Robert P. Mayercheck
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Patent number: 7740308Abstract: The present invention provides a telescoping leg with a seat configured to collapsibly nest there within during a stowed mode and configured to be extracted and provide a seating surface atop the telescoping leg for supporting a person during a deployed mode. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention a portable stool is provided comprising a leg and a seat configured to collapse and nest within the leg during a stowed mode, the seat configured to be extracted from the leg for providing a seating surface atop the leg for supporting a person during a deployed mode. The present invention can be compacted to a small size so that is can be easily carried in a purse, bag, or pocket.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2008Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Inventor: Shawn Shlomo Mishly
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Patent number: 7735927Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly includes an anti-backlash mechanism in the seat adjustment gearing to reduce or eliminate gaps that cause looseness in the gearing.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2006Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignee: HONDA MOTOR Co., Ltd.Inventor: Derek Lindsay
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Patent number: 7644981Abstract: A portable two-frame collapsible chair comprised of an inner and outer frame with the frames hingably joined for rotating between a first position for carrying and a second position for sitting. The chair includes a flexible seat member connected to both frames. The chair further includes a flexible backrest hingably connected to the outer frame with optional armrests hingably attached. The frames can be folded into substantially the same plane when in the first position for carrying. The position for carrying includes a variety of configurations including a backpack configuration, wherein the user uses shoulder straps to carry the chair, and a roller bag configuration wherein the chair has wheels and a pull handle.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2008Date of Patent: January 12, 2010Inventor: Fred Hensley
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Patent number: 7604288Abstract: A pack frame convertible between a pack support and a chair is disclosed, and includes a primary element having opposite first and second ends and a secondary element pivotably mounted on the primary element with respect to the primary element. The primary and secondary elements are movable between a pack configuration and a chair configuration, with the pack configuration being characterized by the primary and secondary elements being oriented substantially parallel to each other and the chair configuration being characterized by the primary and secondary elements being in a skewed orientation with respect to each other. The pack frame includes a securing band for securing the primary element to the body of a user when the primary and secondary elements are in the pack configuration, and a seat for extending between the primary element and the secondary element when the primary and secondary elements are in the chair configuration.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2006Date of Patent: October 20, 2009Assignee: Magnus, Inc.Inventor: Lance G. Verhulst
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Publication number: 20090256401Abstract: A portable two-frame collapsible chair comprised of an inner and outer frame with the frames hingably joined for rotating between a first position for carrying and a second position for sitting. The chair includes a flexible seat member connected to both frames. The chair further includes a flexible backrest hingably connected to the outer frame with optional armrests hingably attached. The frames can be folded into substantially the same plane when in the first position for carrying. The position for carrying includes a variety of configurations including a backpack configuration, wherein the user uses shoulder straps to carry the chair, and a roller bag configuration wherein the chair has wheels and a pull handle.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2008Publication date: October 15, 2009Inventor: Fred Hensley
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Publication number: 20090224496Abstract: A folding seat comprising a base and a back hinged thereto, in which the base comprises an open topped container defining an inner storage space, in which in a first arrangement the back is folded onto the base, and a closed container is formed, and in which in a second arrangement the back is unfolded from the base and a seating or lying platform is formed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2007Publication date: September 10, 2009Applicant: Rotasol International LtdInventor: Steven Watts
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Patent number: 7571961Abstract: A portable infant booster seat having an upright back support, foldable sidewalls, a flexible front wall and an upwardly extendible cushioned seat member that supports an infant in an elevated seated position.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2008Date of Patent: August 11, 2009Assignee: Gold Bug, Inc.Inventors: Katherine Gold, Lynn Rosen
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Patent number: 7566095Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved form a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2008Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Patent number: 7530635Abstract: An application for a foldable child safety seat includes a foldable sheet for supporting the child and a set of straps for removably fastening the head area of the foldable sheet around a first anchoring object such as an airplane tray table. Another set of straps are provided for removably fastening the foot area of the foldable sheet around a second anchoring object such as a parent and a system is provided for restraining the child into the foldable sheet.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2007Date of Patent: May 12, 2009Inventor: Kadie M. Schramek-Flye
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Patent number: 7497514Abstract: A portable bench includes a first seat member, a first back rest member attached to the first seat member, a second seat member attached to the first seat member, and a second back rest member attached to the second seat member. The first back rest member attaches to the first seat member such that at least one of the first seat member and the first back rest member pivots about a first axis. The second seat member attaches to the first seat member such that at least one of the first seat member and the second seat member pivots about a second axis that is at least substantially perpendicular to the first axis. The second back rest member attaches to the second seat member such that at least one of the second seat member and the second back rest member pivots about a third axis that is at least substantially parallel to the first axis.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2006Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Assignee: Ramkoh, Inc.Inventors: Scott D. Ramsey, Emanuel Kohelis, Aaron Marshall
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Patent number: 7488041Abstract: A legless chair includes a seat, a seatback having its bottom side connected to the seat, and a flexible member backwardly extending from a rear side of the seat. When the user sitting on the seat forces his/her back against the seatback to tilt the legless chair backwards, the flexible member is bendable to impart a damping force against the backwardly tilting motion of the legless chair so as to prevent the backward falling of the legless chair.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2007Date of Patent: February 10, 2009Assignee: Pyramat LLCInventors: Yury Pokrishevsky, Michael Feldman, Joey C. Huang
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Patent number: 7438356Abstract: A portable stadium seat having a base and a back for use on bleacher or hard plastic seating is disclosed which has heated seat and backrest members and a self-contained, rechargeable electrical power source for operating an electrical heating element contained in each of the seat and backrest members. The backrest member is hingedly mounted on the seat member, such that it may be folded flat onto the seat member for ease of portability and storage, and the portable heated stadium seat includes a carrying strap to enhance the portability of the portable heated stadium seat. An external recharger is used to charge the batteries prior to use, with the portable heated stadium seat thus being useable in locations where electrical power is not easily accessible.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2005Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Tranquilease, LLCInventors: John R. Howman, Bruce E. Schmidt
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Patent number: 7438355Abstract: A multi-function, transportable, recreational folding chair, includes a plurality of storage compartments therein. In a preferred form, the chair is a lightweight chaise-lounge arranged in a backpack for ready transport of both the chair and paraphernalia stored therein.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2005Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Inventor: G. Daniel Pedemonte
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Patent number: 7434276Abstract: A portable toilet and bathing chair comprises a seat of rectangular shape, having a central opening, handles on left and right edges, two positioning openings on an upper side close to a rear edge, two storing depressions in a lower side parallel to and close to the left and right edges, at least three projections on the lower side, and four fastening assemblies on the lower side close to four corners, a backrest of rectangular shape, movable to a folded state close to the lower side of the seat, having positioning holes which are in the folded state entered by the projections of the seat and a lower edge with two holding extensions that are inserted into the positioning openings of the seat, and four feet, in a mounted state mounted on the seat at the lower side thereof close to the four corners thereof and being removable therefrom, wherein for folding, the four feet are removed from the seat and stored in the storing depressions, and the backrest is brought into the folded state thereof.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2006Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Eagle Health Supplies Inc.Inventor: Yu-Wen Cheng
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Patent number: 7431389Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved form a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2006Date of Patent: October 7, 2008Assignee: Swimways CorporationInventors: David Reeb, Paul Robinette
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Publication number: 20080164728Abstract: The inflatable two-chambered rectangular ottoman with attached shoulder strap and pocket is an inflatable bladder constructed from PVC material with heat sealing for assembly. The two chambers allow for maximum flexibility in firmness of support and height either as a footrest with one chamber inflated or as an ottoman with three more basic levels of support dependent upon which side the ottoman rests on the floor. Additional support is provided in the ottoman by additional ribbing on each side also made from PVC material. The invention has a velour surface on five sides. The sixth side is two-layered non-velour PVC material with an opening on one of the shorter sides to form a pocket. Attached to the inner layer of the non-velour PVC side are the two ends of the attached adjustable carrying strap. The strap can be easily placed inside the pocket when in use on the floor.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2007Publication date: July 10, 2008Inventor: Karen Michelle Tinsley-Kim
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Patent number: 7396073Abstract: A moon chair is configured to collapse in a single movement in which a seat frame is folded while the legs approximate each other. Contemplated moon chairs particularly include those that can be collapsed without separating the seat portion form the leg portion.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2004Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Assignee: Tofasco of America, Inc.Inventor: Edward Zheng
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Patent number: 7387334Abstract: A folding chair which can be opened from a folded closed position to an operative open position comprising a substantially rectangular open support frame, a lower part of which provides a front support leg when in the open position; a seat portion, a back portion and a lower seat support a lower part of which provides a rear support leg when in the open position; the seat portion, back portion and lower seat support being located within the open support frame and pivoted together and to the frame to allow the seat portion to extend between the lower seat support and the back portion and lower seat support to lie parallel to each other within the rectangular support frame when in the folded closed position, the back portion being pivotally connected to the rectangular support frame through a sliding pivot, the seat portion being pivoted to the back portion and the lower seat support being connected to the lower part of the back support through a pivoted link or links, the lower part of the lower seat support rType: GrantFiled: February 22, 2005Date of Patent: June 17, 2008Inventor: Jake Phipps
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Patent number: 7374241Abstract: A portable infant booster seat having an upright back support, foldable sidewalls, a flexible front wall and an upwardly extendible cushioned seat member that supports an infant in an elevated seated position.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2006Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Assignee: Gold Bug, Inc.Inventors: Katherine Gold, Lynn Rosen
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Patent number: 7374238Abstract: A portable seating apparatus includes a storage box having upwardly extending sidewalls, a seat cushion pivotally mounted in the storage box, and a framework for providing portable seating and protection from weather elements. A covering is connected to the framework. The framework is completely stored within the storage box and the seat cushion may be hingedly attached to the storage box. The framework may be adjustable. The apparatus may also provide a plurality of legs and sidewalls. The apparatus may further provide a storage pocket in the storage box.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2005Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Inventor: Eric B. Lingwall
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Patent number: RE43847Abstract: A support including a frame having a tension member coupled to the frame is disclosed. The frame has a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The tension member is disposable in a first position to provide support for an arm of a user and a second position to be carried on a shoulder of the user.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2009Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Inna Alesina