Abstract: A chair having a chair base (1), a seat part (5, 6, 7, 8) connected thereto, a backrest (9, 16, 17) connected thereto, the seat 5 part (5, 6, 7, 8) pivotable about at least one horizontal or inclined horizontal axis and the backrest (9, 16, 17) are spatially adjustable. The seat part (5, 6, 7, 8) has at least three seat elements (5, 6, 7) that can be adjusted in relation to one another and whose operating positions can be adjusted individually.

Abstract: A rotational swing system is used for providing vestibular stimulation. The rotational swing system may include a rotational swing that is actuated by a motor. The system has a support frame arranged so that the motor does not need to bear the weight of the swing, thereby reducing the cost of the motor. When the system is used in a classroom to provide vestibular stimulation to a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the automatic actuation of the swing by the motor helps to free the teacher's attention for addressing the needs of the other children in the classroom.

Abstract: A swinging basket chair with a footrest includes a base, a boom rod cooperatively mounted on the base, and a swinging basket hoisted on the boom rod. The footrest is cooperatively mounted at a front end of a seat portion of the swinging basket by using at least one disposed hinge component, the footrest is capable of being flipped by using the hinge component, and the footrest can be fixed at different positions. The footrest is disposed, to allow people to stretch their feet and place them on the footrest when using the swinging basket chair, thereby meeting different rest needs of users. The footrest is also mounted by using the hinge component, and the footrest can be stored below the swinging basket when not in use.

Abstract: A swing comprising an adult seat and a child seat, said two seats connected together via a common frame and arranged such that the two seats face each other. The common frame comprises a rigid frame, said rigid frame having a first portion, a middle portion and a second portion, said middle portion being arranged between the first and second portions. The swing is arranged to be suspended from the first portion. The adult seat is attached to the second portion. The child seat is attached to the middle portion. In this way a simple construction is provided which is safe and easy to use for both adults and children.

Abstract: A swinging chair comprises a frame portion and a seat portion designed to hang within the frame portion. The frame portion comprises a plurality of rigid segments, which are connected by a hub and from which is hung the chair seat portion. In one embodiment, the frame is comprised of multiple segments which can be taken apart for ease of storage and packing while the seat portion may be made of a soft, pliable cloth like material which is supported by a number of straps coupled to two buckles that fit over a knob or other protrusion in the upright seat support frame portion for providing automatic reclining of the chair seat back portion.

Abstract: A hanging chair connectable to and suspendable from an external support structure that includes a lower frame member, arcuate frame members and a cover. The arcuate frame members are connected to the lower frame member. A first arcuate frame member from the arcuate frame members is substantially perpendicular to the lower frame member. A second arcuate frame member from the arcuate frame members and a third arcuate frame member from the arcuate frame members are pivotable between a collapsed position and an open position. The first arcuate frame member, the second arcuate frame member, and the third arcuate frame member are substantially parallel in the collapsed position. The cover extends over the arcuate frame members, and the lower frame member, the first arcuate frame member, and the cover cooperate to define an opening to an interior space.

Abstract: A hanging chair that includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, and a plurality of upright supports. The upper frame member is connectable to an external support structure and having a top plate and a bottom plate. The lower frame member has a top plate and a bottom plate. Each upright support having a first end and a second end. The first end of each upright support is connected to the upper frame member between the top plate and the bottom plate of the upper frame member. The second end of each upright support is connected to the lower frame member between the top plate and the bottom plate of the lower frame member. The plurality of upright supports are pivotally moveable between a collapsed position, where the plurality of upright supports are pivoted toward one another, and an expanded position.

Abstract: Safety seat for land vehicles, aircraft and watercraft, including a strap framework for holding a sitting portion and comprising vertically extending support straps anchored to a vehicle and embodied as loops stretching between vehicle-mounted anchors above and below the sitting portion, which is secured to a support frame provided with two braces oriented in the direction of extension of the support straps. For securement of the support frame to the strap framework, a front strap or rear strap of each support strap loop is divided into two strap sections, one extending between the support frame and an anchor disposed above the sitting portion, and the other extending between the support frame and an anchor disposed below the sitting portion. Ends of the strap sections associated with the support frame are retained at the braces of the support frame and hold the support frame under tension in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A swing assembly has a seat with a folding back that locks the swing automatically when the back folds from an upright configuration to a flat configuration so the swing is stable. The swing assembly includes an upper cross bar having two ends, a lower cross bar having two ends and a lateral support attached to each end of the upper cross bar and the lower cross bar, respectively. The swing assembly has a seat with two ends and a back. The back foldably attaches to the seat. A pair of seat supports attached to each end of the seat and moveably attach to a hanging support mounted on the upper cross bar adjacent each lateral support. A lower back support hangs from the seat back to automatically aligns with and lock with the lower cross bar when the swing moves from the upright configuration to the flat configuration.

Abstract: A multi-swing chair apparatus comprising a top frame member, one or more frame leg members, and one or more suspension assemblies is provided. The top frame member is, for example, a generally circular top frame member. The frame leg members are rigidly connected to and extend from the top frame member. Each of the frame leg members defines a space for suspending one or more swingable chairs from the top frame member. The suspension assemblies are pivotally attached to the top frame member. Each of the suspension assemblies connects to one of the swingable chairs for suspending each swingable chair from the top frame member. The suspension assemblies facilitate one or more of swinging movements and swivel movements of the swingable chairs. In an embodiment, the multi-swing chair apparatus further comprises support members extending upwardly from the top frame member for supporting a canopy.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a collapsible hanging chair which may be transported easily into remote areas and attached to any substantially vertical support, such as a tree or a telephone pole. The collapsible hanging chair of the present invention may be attached to a swivel for 360° rotation and visibility. A series of cords connected to the seat support springs provide for suspension of the collapsible hanging chair and combine with the springs to provide shock absorption and balancing as the user sits and rotates in the chair.

Abstract: The seat assembly (1) for a land vehicle, sea vessel, or aircraft comprises a vertically adjustable seat (4) supporting the buttocks of a user and a plurality of cables (9-12) disposed between the seat (4) and structural parts (8) of the vehicle. The seat (4) forms at least indirectly the component of a platform (2), which can be displaced along the cables (9-12) and fixed in the respective position on the cables (9-12). The cable sections (9a-12a, 9b-12b) located above and beneath the platform (2) extend between the platform (2) and the structural parts (8) such that they either point toward the vertical center axis (MA) of the platform (2) or are directed away therefrom. The cables (9-12) can be guided via at least one height adjustment device.

Abstract: The child receiving device includes a seat, seat suspension arms for supporting the seat portion, and a support frame for supporting the seat suspension arms and the seat above a supporting surface. Two front seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite front ends of the seat and two rear seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite rear ends of the seat. The support frame includes a suspension guide, the upper ends of the front and rear seat suspension arms being pivotally connected to the suspension guide. The suspension guide includes a slot along which the upper ends of the front seat suspension arms may be moved toward and away from the upper ends of the rear seat suspension arms.

Abstract: A layback swing includes an attachment that is coupled to a suspendible swing, either at an end-user location or at a place of manufacture. The layback swing includes two spaced apart curved elongated members having at least one acute bend in each. Also included is a back support portion that extends between a first portion of each included curved elongated member. The curved elongated members and back support portion are included for enabling an individual using the layback swing to safely and securely swing in a layback position. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract, and is submitted with the intention that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope and meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A rocking chair (1) comprising a frame (3) and a seat (2) which is swingable relative to the frame (3). The rocking chair (1) is characterised by a leg (4) and a swing mechanism (5). The leg (4) comprises a first upper (14) and a second lower end (15). The first end (14) is articulated to the seat (2) and the second end (15) is articulated to the frame (3). The swing mechanism (5) comprises a swinging arm (21) which has its pivot (22) arranged in the frame (3). The free end (23) of the swinging arm (21) is articulated to the seat (2) in such a manner that the free end (23) of the swinging arm (21) is arranged below the pivot (22) of the swinging arm (21).

Abstract: A free standing frame for suspending a seat therefrom and for relative back and forth swinging thereto, comprises a support base wherein a pair of rear legs are longer than a pair of front legs to provide stability, a pair of frame sections that are assembleable to form a banana or C-shaped frame centered above the rear legs and having an upper end for suspending a seat and a lower end, and means for connecting the lower end of the frame to the base and orienting the frame and the center of gravity relative to the rear legs.

Abstract: The child receiving device of the present invention includes a seat, seat suspensions arms for supporting the seat portion, and a support frame for supporting the seat suspension arms and the seat above a supporting surface. Two front seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite front ends of the seat and two rear seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite rear ends of the seat. The support frame includes a suspension guide, the upper ends of the front and rear seat suspension arms being pivotally connected to the suspension guide. The suspension guide includes a slot along which the upper ends of the front seat suspension arms may be moved toward and away from the upper ends of the rear seat suspension arms.

Abstract: An adjustable infant holder apparatus includes a support structure that has a base support and a head support situated at opposing longitudinal ends and mutually coupled by a longitudinal stabilizer. A seat is adjustable between an inclined lying position and an upright sitting position. The seat has a base end that is suspended from the base support and a head end that is suspended from the head support. Optionally, at least one of the base and head ends is suspended by at least one cable that permits the seat to swing back and forth laterally. Embodiments include a linear actuator that can force the swinging motion.

Abstract: A swing seat configured to be supported by a swing frame includes a seat bottom frame, a seat back frame movably coupled to the seat bottom frame, and a recline mechanism to recline the seat back frame relative to the seat bottom frame. The recline mechanism includes first and second mounts on opposite sides of the seat back frame to movably mount the seat back frame to the seat bottom frame, at least one recline lock associated with at least one of the first and second mounts and configured to lock the seat back frame in at least two recline positions relative to the seat bottom frame, and a recline actuator having a grip intermediate the first and second mounts and movable between an un-actuated position and an actuated position. The at least one recline lock is movable between a locked position to set the recline position of the seat back frame relative to the seat bottom frame and an unlocked position to allow adjustment of the recline position of the seat back frame relative to the seat bottom frame.

Abstract: Apparatus to provide an overhead support for suspending hanging furniture includes a base configured for attachment to a vehicle trailer hitch receiver. An upright member extends upwardly from the base and at least one support member extends outwardly from the upright member a sufficient distance to receive and suspend a hanging chair. Preferably, two support members are provided and extend outwardly from the upright member in different directions from one another so that two hanging chairs can be supported in normal hanging condition spaced from one another and from the upright member. The support members are preferably removably mounted to the upright so that the apparatus can be disassembled for easy transportation and storage. At least one of the support members is preferably rotatably mounted to the upright member so its orientation can be rotatably adjusted in relation to the upright member.

Abstract: A safety seat for land, air and sea vehicles is provided. The safety seat has a safety belt harness and can be secured between the floor and ceiling of a vehicle via securement straps provided above and below the seat. The safety belt harness comprises two lap belts and two shoulder belts that extend from the lap belts. Also provided is an activating device that, as an extension of the shoulder belts, is guided below a seat portion to the entry region thereof. A respective tensioning strap is yieldingly disposed between the shoulder belts and the front securement straps.

Abstract: A swing moves with a front-to-back pendular motion. The swing contains an elevated support having two hooks spaced apart perpendicularly to the direction of motion of the swing. A horizontally-mounted subplatform with two sides is suspended from the hooks. A chair is suspended from the subplatform on each side by a front suspension member running from the front side corner of the subplatform to the front side of the chair and by a rear suspension member running from the rear side corner of the subplatform to the rear side of the chair.

Abstract: A collapsible open top swing that is free of cross supports between upper side portions of the frame to maximize access to the baby in the swing. The open top swing has a broad base by virtue of the sweeping rear legs, yet the open top swing is collapsible by swinging the rear legs toward the front legs. This swinging takes place at a leg axis that is offset from a swing axis for the swing. The front leg engages a first unit for the leg axis at a first location and engages a second unit for the swing axis at a second location rearwardly and upwardly from the first location to mechanically and visually separate the axis from each other. The front and rear legs are the same length and same shape between their proximal and distal ends to minimize manufacturing costs, yet when in a closed position the distal ends of the rear legs project beyond the distal ends of the front legs.

Abstract: A swing chair assembly includes a support unit, a seat unit disposed among a pair of upright side frames and a horizontal bar of the support unit, and linking units for connecting the seat unit pivotally and swingably to the horizontal bar. The seat unit includes a chair member with a horizontal seat portion and an upright backrest portion, and a table unit disposed adjacent to the seat portion of the chair member. The table unit has a horizontal table top disposed in a raised position with respect to the seat portion of the chair member.

Abstract: An infant swing that may be parent activated or sound activated and a method of using the same are disclosed.

Abstract: A pendantly-supported swing chair has a mobile stand supporting a cross bar over which passes the upper ends of two parallel ropes. Each rope provides two upwardly extending portions which pass through, and hold in place at vertically-spaced positions, two rigid wooden support members. A bamboo platen has respective end areas providing an overhead sun screen supported by one pair of support members and a seat supported by the second pair of support members. The intermediate area of the screen provides a back rest and may be formed with a lumbar support. Arm rests movable to chosen positions on the ropes may be provided for comfort. Holes through which the ropes pass enable the heights of the seat and sun screen to be varied as well as their angles.

Abstract: The present invention is for a suspended furniture apparatus 10 for use as a table or a chair. The novel furniture apparatus 10 comprises a generally horizontal and substantially planar surface 12 having a front portion 18, a rear portion 20, a left side 24, a right side 22 and edges 26a-26d thereabout; and means 14 for suspending the planar surface 12 in a stationary position, wherein the suspending means 14 is secured to the planar surface 12. The suspending means 14 is fixed at a point 30 above and at least one point 32 below the planar surface 12. The planar surface 12 is suspended solely by suspending means 14 which are in tension.

Abstract: A swing assembly includes a support frame unit with lateral frames and a horizontal bar interconnecting the lateral frames, a canopy frame with a pair of lateral rods perpendicular to the horizontal bar, and a pair of adjustable mounting units. Each of the mounting units includes a retaining member secured to the lateral rod, and having a first axle hole and a first end face formed with first engagement teeth around the first axle hole. A stationary seat on the horizontal bar has a second axle hole aligned with the first axle hole, and a second end face confronting the first end face and formed with second engagement teeth around the second axle hole. A pivot axle is secured to the lateral rod, extends through the first and second axle holes, and has a threaded end projecting through the stationary seat and engaging a rotary knob.

Abstract: An apparatus for the assisted portage of automobile types of infant-seats separate from an automobile includes a coiled holder with an extensible strap that is attached to one side of the infant-seat and a screw-eye that is attached to the other side. The extensible strap includes a first end with a fastening device such as a spring clip that is attached to the screw-eye when the strap is extended out of the coiled holder and over the shoulder of a user. The extensible strap is set to any desired length and is locked at that position by the coiled holder or it is automatically retracted therein depending upon the position of a locking toggle on the coiled holder. Preferably, the coiled holder is attached to one side of a handle of the infant-seat at a pivot axis for the handle and the screw-eye is attached to the opposite side. The pivot axis is disposed proximate the center of gravity and therefore optimally supports the infant-seat.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hanging chair that is capable of accommodating more than one individual. Also provided is a hanging chair that includes a suspension structure that distributes the increased load that is associated with having more than one person in the chair over a length of the overhead support. By distributing the load, the possibility of the overhead support or the suspension structure failing is, inmost situations, reduced. The present invention further provides a hanging chair that is capable of rotating about a vertical axis without causing binding or twisting of the suspension structure.

Abstract: A folding and transportable swing supported by a collapsible and transportable framework attached to a vehicle such as a motor home or the like.

Abstract: A novel recreational rocking-chair for use in summer resorts and the like. The chair is constructed from a tubular frame comprising a base portion with four legs supporting an upstanding C-shaped support arm. A rigid lounge portion is pivotally suspended from the upper end of the C-shaped support arm to provide for pivotal movement of the lounge portion by the user.

Abstract: A shoulder strap suspension system has been devised for infant car seats of the rigid or molded shell type, the suspension system being made up of a shoulder strap and an undercarriage which releasably surrounds the end and side walls of the car seat and serves as an anchor or support for connecting ends of the shoulder strap either in a two point or a three point suspension, and contoured hip pads are provided on either or both sides of the car seat.

Abstract: A balanced, tiltable swing swingingly suspended from a low support structure and above a lower support characterized by main body portion having longitudinally extending framework with laterally disposed lathes and defining a seat, a foot support connected with the main body portion and extending downwardly such that the foot support will contact the lower support when the swing is tilted forwardly; the main tilt beam traversing laterally of the swing and supported at each end by respective chains; respective auxiliary chains connected with the back of the seat and with the respective springs connected intermediate the chains to control the force required to tilt the seat; with the degree of tilt of a given swing being contained to a maximum.With the low support structure, the swing can be employed almost anywhere.

Abstract: A preferred form of a swing couch (10) is disclosed including a frame (18) suspended by a flaccid member (22) secured to ends (20) of the frame (18) and extending around and being supported by a pulley (24). Frame (18) can be adjusted between vertical to horizontal positions and held by clamping the flaccid member (22) adjacent pulley (24). Upholstery material (12) is draped between and secured to upper and lower horizontal cross beams (14, 16) of the frame (18) by having the free ends of the material (12) clamped to the beams (14, 16) while being wrapped around at least two corners of the beams (14, 16) to allow minimal adherence securement. A seat support (38) is adjustably suspended generally parallel to and slightly below the lower beam (16) by flaccid members (40) extending from ends (20). A back support (26) is pivotally mounted within the frame (18) about its upper edge by an axis which is parallel to and adjacent the upper beam (14).

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for use in performing intercourse, including a rigid frame supported above a bed, an elongate panel of cloth, and cables suspending the cloth panel from the frame. The cloth panel is suspended from the frame such that an opening therein near one end is substantially at the lowest portion of the the cloth panel whereby the opening exposes the genitalia of a user seated thereon in a spaced relation above the bed. The cloth panel is broader at its one end than at its other end.

Abstract: A swing assembly for a small child is provided. The swing assembly includes first and second upright swing support frames, with each support frame being formed from a pair of upstanding support members. A base member is provided for rigidly fixing the pair of upstanding support members side-by-side one another in substantially perpendicular relation to an underlying surface. A swing seat is provided as well as hangers connected to the seat for suspending the swing seat in the swing-receiving space. The hangers are pivotally connected to the upper portions of the spaced-apart pairs of upstanding support members so that the hangers and the swing seat pivot about an axis that extends between the pairs of upstanding support members during movement of the swing seat relative to the first and second swing support frames.

Abstract: A balanced, tiltable swing swingingly suspended from an upper support and above a lower support characterized by a main body portion having longitudinal extending lath members for defining a seat canopy, window openings and the like, a foot support connected with the main body portion and extending downwardly such that the foot support will contact the lower support when the swing is tilted forward; a main tilt beam traversing longitudinally and supported at each end by respective chains; respective auxiliary chains connected with the back of the seat portion and the main support chains and with the respective springs connected intermediate the chains to control the force required to tilt the seat, and the degree of tilt of a given swing and load. If desired, the canopy can be omitted. Also, a base support can be employed to facilitate installation almost anywhere.

Abstract: A seating unit for a swing is disclosed and comprises a seating section and a suspension section with the seating section including a frame arrangement having a sunken seating portion therewithin. The frame arrangement is generally elongate and the suspension section is connected to one end of the frame and is adapted to in one position be upwardly angled to have a free end thereof, generally above and centered at the mid point of the elongate frame arrangement. The suspension section is movable to a storage position. A suitable suspension arrangement can be secured to the free end of the suspension section preferably at two points on the free end generally above the frame arrangement and to either side thereof. This seating unit is particularly advantageous when sized for use as an infant swing where the full advantages of collapsibility for storage or transport are utilized.

Abstract: A push-pull swing having a frame suspended from an elevated vertical support by a first pair of parallel ropes and a second pair of ropes spaced parallel to and vertically outward from the first pair. The frame comprises a vertical member having a plurality of vertically spaced horizontal openings to which is pivotally connected a horizontal member having a plurality of openings spaced inwardly from the outward end and at least one outermost vertical opening disposed near the outward end to receive the second pair of ropes which are secured to the horizontal member. A seat rest is removably and adjustably fastened to the horizontal member to adapt the swing to various sized persons and selectively control the amount of bending by the user to operate said swing. A vertically spaced apart upper and lower cross member extends outwardly equally from each side of the vertical member to receive the first pair of ropes which are secured to the lower cross member.

Abstract: A power operated vehicle includes a body which is preferably mounted to three wheels and which includes a vertical transverse roll bar extending from one side of the body to the other with a longitudinal roll bar extending vertically from the back of the body to the transverse roll bar and with a seat spring mounted from the roll bars.

Abstract: A zero gravity chair is provided wherein a person is supported in an extremely comfortable manner. The chair utilizes only a single suspension point and a novel feature of the invention is that it is readily adjustable to accommodate individual preferences.

Abstract: A suspended recliner is provided with a leg support area which depends vertically downward from the main body of the recliner. When an individual enters the recliner, the leg support may be left in its depending position, thereby providing a chair-like support for the occupant, or the weight of the occupant may be used to provide a force to position the footrest in an aligned configuration with the main body of the recliner. The footrest is provided with a locking device to maintain this position. With the footrest locked in place, the occupant may shift his position in the hammock to provide a semi-reclining support or a totally horizontally deployed hammock with the main portion providing a sling-type chair support with the juncture of the footrest and main portion generally coinciding with the knees of the occupant. Also, the device is equipped with a centrally located vertical hanging support which requires only a single mounting point from which to hang the entire suspended recliner.

Abstract: The chair is suspended from a elevated aerial ladder and hangs by gravity in a stable manner. The stability enables a worker, such as a sign painter, to be seated while performing his task without being disturbed by tilting and swaying. The stability is due to suspending the chair from a point well above the worker's head which causes the chair to hang stably. The worker can change the direction in which the chair faces by releasing a latch and manually swivelling the chair to a desired direction where he then holds it by reengaging the latch. No power or hydraulic devices are required in achieving the vertical stability nor the swivelling and latching in desired directional position. Therefore the chair is useful on a simple aerial ladder or other type of aerial lift.