To Overlie And Underlie Bottom Patents (Class 297/53)
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Patent number: 11707134Abstract: A packable chair is provided that is transformable between multiple configurations, including a storage configuration and a chair configuration. In the storage configuration, the portions of the packable chair are arranged and fastened to define an enclosed volume in which containers and other items can be stored. A user can wear the packable chair like a backpack in this storage configuration to transport the contents from, for example, a car to a location on a beach. Then, the contents can be removed from the enclosed volume, and the portions can be rearranged to form the chair configuration where a user can lounge and access the contents of the containers. The chair is also capable of achieving a travel configuration in which the chair can be worn as a backpack for convenient transportation without stowing a user's items.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2021Date of Patent: July 25, 2023Assignee: FIIYA LLCInventor: Elijah Lee
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Patent number: 9138059Abstract: The present invention provides a foldable chair includes a main body including a backrest, a seat, and legs; the backrest and the legs are connected to the seat; the seat includes a seating pad ring and a seating pad; the seating pad is placed on the seating pad ring; two folding parts extending upwards are formed on two sides of the seating pad ring; the folding part is provided with a receiving groove; two supports of the backrest are fixed to the folding parts; one end of the support is inserted into the receiving groove and detaches from the receiving groove when the support is moved; the folding part is provided with an opening, where the opening supports the support when the backrest is folded onto the seating pad. The foldable chair requires no bolt for use and packing, and does not occupy large storage.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2012Date of Patent: September 22, 2015Assignees: SHENZHEN ZHISHAN DINING MANAGEMENT LIMITEDInventor: Ngai Mui Candy Kwok
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Patent number: 8960784Abstract: An inclined chair assembly includes a foldable seat that may support a user on an inclined support surface. A leg is coupled to the foldable seat so the leg may abut the inclined support surface. A support is coupled to the foldable seat so the support may support a user's arm.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2013Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Inventor: Roderick De Berry
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Patent number: 8931832Abstract: A swivel stool includes a foldable leg arrangement having a plurality of leg frames pivotally connected to each other to form a receiving cavity defined within the leg frames, a seat unit including a seat frame and a back frame pivotally connected to the seat frame. The swivel stool is arranged to operate between a folded position and an unfolded position, wherein in the folded position, the back frame is overlappedly folded toward the seat frame, while the seat unit is pivotally and downwardly folded with respect to the leg frames to receive into the receiving cavity of the foldable leg arrangement, wherein in the unfolded position, the seat unit is pivotally and upwardly unfolded with respect to the leg frames while the back frame is pivotally unfolded with respect to the seat frame for allowing a user to sit on the seat unit.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2012Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Inventor: Fermi Chi Hung Lau
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Patent number: 8899672Abstract: A linkage for a foldable high chair comprises at least a front strut frame, a rear strut frame, a chair back frame, a seat support frame, a pair of arm rests, a first link, a second link and third link assembled by pivoting with each other and a locking mechanism for keeping the foldable high chair in a use position. The seat support frame is driven by the chair back frame and drives the first slidable connector through the first link and the third link, and then the first slidable connector may drive the rear strut frame through the second link, thereby rotating the rear strut frame to the front strut frame.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2013Date of Patent: December 2, 2014Assignee: Lerado (Zhong Shan) Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: Wei-Yeh Li
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Patent number: 8882188Abstract: A folding chair includes a front leg frame, a rear leg frame and a backrest frame pivotally coupled to a seat. Support braces are pivotally coupled to the backrest frame on one end and pivotally coupled to the front leg frame on an opposing end by sliding members that are slidably coupled to a corresponding slot formed on each side of the seat. In an open configuration the backrest frame is substantially upright and positioned substantially perpendicular to the seat, and each sliding member engages a rear end of a corresponding slot such that the front leg frame forms an X-shape with respect to the rear leg frame. The components are folded in one motion into a folded configuration in which each sliding member engages a front end of a corresponding slot while the backrest frame, seat, and front and rear leg frames are positioned co-planar to each other.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2012Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Inventor: Ki Ho Jin
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Publication number: 20140049077Abstract: A folding chair includes a front leg frame, a rear leg frame and a backrest frame pivotally coupled to a seat. Support braces are pivotally coupled to the backrest frame on one end and pivotally coupled to the front leg frame on an opposing end by sliding members that are slidably coupled to a corresponding slot formed on each side of the seat. In an open configuration the backrest frame is substantially upright and positioned substantially perpendicular to the seat, and each sliding member engages a rear end of a corresponding slot such that the front leg frame forms an X-shape with respect to the rear leg frame. The components are folded in one motion into a folded configuration in which each sliding member engages a front end of a corresponding slot while the backrest frame, seat, and front and rear leg frames are positioned co-planar to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2012Publication date: February 20, 2014Inventor: KI HO JIN
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Patent number: 8567860Abstract: A multipurpose folding chair is disclosed. The chair includes a frame that may be configured for a variety of applications. Locking mechanisms may secure leg portions, a backrest portion, and a footrest portion of the chair in multiple positions relative to a seat of the chair. The chair may be configured to receive a container such as a backpack. In the container receiving configuration, a shoulder strap of the container may be used to carry both the container and the chair. The chair may be equipped with wheels to facilitate portability. The chair includes an integral lumbar support element to support the back of the user. The chair may be optionally equipped with a footrest, armrests, and/or a headrest.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2011Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Inventor: Ambert Jue
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Patent number: 8449026Abstract: A seating assembly adapted to be readily converted between an inoperative storage configuration and multiple operative seating configurations, including: a frame sub-assembly, wherein the frame sub-assembly includes a back section, a seat section, and a telescoping leg support section; a ground engaging leg sub-assembly; and body support member. An adjustable headrest that releasably retains a beach towel is provided. Integrated storage pockets for retaining, personal articles, paraphernalia, music players, drink bottles, etcetera are yet further provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2011Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Inventors: Gilbert Michael Gutierrez, Shawn Marie Price
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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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Publication number: 20100181124Abstract: An electric walk-substituting vehicle includes a chassis, a seat assembly pivoted on upper ends of the connecting rods, a pivotal steering mechanism, and a folding and fixing device, which will fix the connecting rods after the seat assembly is moved to either of raised in-use and lowered not-in-use positions; the seat assembly includes connecting rods pivoted on the chassis; the folding and fixing device includes two position-limiting plates, which are secured on the connecting rods to pivot together with the connecting rods; the position-limiting plates each have first and second holes; the folding and fixing device includes a pressing and moving mechanism with two insertion rods; the insertion rods will pass into the first holes to engage the position-limiting plates after the connecting rods are pivoted to the raised in-use position; the insertion rods will pass into the second holes after the connecting rods are pivoted to the not-in-use position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2009Publication date: July 22, 2010Inventor: Arthur Wang
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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: 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: 7549702Abstract: A foldable bath seat includes at least a seat member and two leg assemblies each having two legs connected with a crossbar. Each of the crossbars is pivotally mounted to a bottom seat portion to allow the legs to pivot between a folded position and a downwardly extended position.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2007Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: AMG Medical Inc.Inventor: Daniel Seth Meyers
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Patent number: 7303228Abstract: A foldable bench having at least a pair of seat sections pivotally connected together. Pivotally mounted to the other side of each seat section is a leg assembly that is movable from a folded position to an extended position. When the bench assumes an unfolded position a strut extends from a point to a respective leg assembly and when the bench carries a load each strut is held in compression. An interconnecting member connects the two leg assemblies and is generally held in tension when the bench assumes an unfolded position and carries a load.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2005Date of Patent: December 4, 2007Inventor: John S. Thomas
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Patent number: 7052084Abstract: Apparatus for dispensing shampoos in cooperation with a counter-top sink has a chair seat, with legs hingedly attached for movement between a first extended, seat supporting position and a second, folded position for portability; a seat back hingedly attached to the chair seat for movement between an erect position and a folded, portable position, a bowl assembly with a drain adapted for being located over the counter-top sink and at least two extensible support members attached to the bowl at the underside thereof, for movement between a first, bowl supporting position and a second, portable position.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2003Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Inventor: Elnora Sheri Gillespie
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Patent number: 6899384Abstract: A foldable chair assembly includes a seat frame, a backrest pivoted to the seat frame, a rear leg pivoted to the backrest, and a front leg pivoted to the rear leg and the seat frame. When the chair assembly is folded, the seat frame, the backrest, and the front and rear legs lie substantially in the same plane in such a manner that the seat frame extends within the backrest, the backrest extends within the rear leg, and the rear leg extends within the front leg.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2004Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: Taiwan Shin Yeh Enterprise Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chuen-Jong Tseng
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Patent number: 6877804Abstract: A folding chair having a novel hinge and joint surface configuration that forms a substantially rigid structure approximating conventional non-folding chair designs. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a folding chair comprising a seat frame, a backrest frame hinged proximally to the rear edge of the seat frame and forwardly collapsible over the upper surface of the seat frame, and back legs hinged to the rear edge of the seat frame and forwardly collapsible over the lower surface of the seat frame. The chair, in one embodiment, further comprises front legs hinged to the seat frame and collapsible over the back legs. In an assembled state, the back legs and the backrest frame each abut against elements of the chair at joint surfaces, which limit the range of motion of the hinged members to thereby create a chair having a rigid support structure. In one embodiment, the seat frame, backrest frame, and back legs unfold into an interlocked configuration enhancing the stability of the chair.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2004Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Assignee: Portfolio Productions, Inc.Inventor: Alexander Guy Chan
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Patent number: 6854797Abstract: A foldable bench having at least a pair of seat sections pivotally connected together. Pivotally mounted to the other side of each seat section is a leg assembly that is movable from a folded position to an extended position. When the bench assumes an unfolded position a strut extends from a point to a respective leg assembly and when the bench carries a load each strut is held in compression. An interconnecting member connects the two leg assemblies and is generally held in tension when the bench assumes an unfolded position and carries a load.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2003Date of Patent: February 15, 2005Inventor: John S. Thomas
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Patent number: 6848740Abstract: A collapsible chair. The chair includes a chair frame having two spaced leg structures and a top ring mounted to and supported on the leg structures. Each leg structure includes a top bar and front and rear side bars depending from the top bar to form a substantially U-shape. The top ring is fixed to the top bars. The front and rear side bars are rotatable with respect to the top bar for collapsing the chair frame. Front and rear ground members are respectively connected between the front side bars and the rear side bars. The ground members have a U-shaped configuration having a bottom section positionable on a fixture and first and second side sections extending from opposite ends of the bottom section. The first side section is rotatably fit over a lower end of a first one of the front side bars or the rear side bars of the leg structures and the second side section is removably fit over a second one of the front side bars or the rear side bar of the leg structures.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2003Date of Patent: February 1, 2005Inventor: Benjamin P. Reese
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Patent number: 6820928Abstract: The invention is a foldable chair for use by hunters and outdoorsmen. The chair is equipped with folding leg elements positioned at opposite ends of a frame-mounted seating surface. The leg assemblies have different heights, allowing the chair to be positioned on uneven terrain. Additionally, the chair is provided with a relocatable backrest, which may be pivoted from one side of the seating surface to the other. A carrying strap is provided for facilitating carrying of the chair.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2003Date of Patent: November 23, 2004Inventor: Robert M. Ransom
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Publication number: 20040056518Abstract: A linkage mechanism is provided that includes four pivoting bars, having an open position in which the first bar (10) forms one side of a substantially triangular shape, the second and third bars (12, 14) are generally collinear to form the second side of the triangular shape, and the fourth bar (16) forms the third side of the triangular shape, and a closed position in which the first bar (10), second bar (12), third bar (14) and fourth bar (16) are substantially aligned. The fourth bar (16) is joined to the first bar (10) by a pivot (23) which may move along a path (29) with respect to the first bar (10). The path (29) may be provided by a cammed surface of the first bar (10) in which a pin (28) attached to the fourth bar (16) slidably abuts, and may more specifically be provided by a curved slot (29) in which the pin (28) slidably engages. The fifth bar (18) is pivotally attached to the first bar (10). Among other folding articles, the linkage may be usefully apply to chairs and tables.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2003Publication date: March 25, 2004Inventor: Marion Mainstone
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Patent number: 6698828Abstract: A folding chair having a novel hinge and joint surface configuration that forms a substantially rigid structure approximating conventional non-folding chair designs. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a folding chair comprising a seat frame, a backrest frame hinged proximally to the rear edge of the seat frame and forwardly collapsible over the upper surface of the seat frame, and back legs hinged to the rear edge of the seat frame and forwardly collapsible over the lower surface of the seat frame. The chair, in one embodiment, further comprises front legs hinged to the seat frame and collapsible over the back legs. In an assembled state, the back legs and the backrest frame each abut against elements of the chair at joint surfaces, which limit the range of motion of the hinged members to thereby create a chair having a rigid support structure. In one embodiment, the seat frame, backrest frame, and back legs unfold into an interlocked configuration enhancing the stability of the chair.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: Portfolio Productions, Inc.Inventor: Alexander Guy Chan
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Patent number: 6663176Abstract: A seating device for positioning adjacent to a bathtub for shampooing a child's hair. The seating device includes a seat section for supporting a buttocks of the child coupled to a back section for supporting a back of the child. A plurality of leg members is provided for supporting the seat section above a surface. A first end of each of the leg members is coupled to the seat section. A drape is provided for guiding water from the child's hair into the bathtub. A first end of the drape is removably mounted on an upper edge of the back section and a second end of the drape is removably positionable in the bathtub.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2002Date of Patent: December 16, 2003Inventor: Sharon V. Tull
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Patent number: 6460923Abstract: A support mechanism for support of a seat cushion of a passenger seat at one side thereof on a vehicle compartment floor, which includes a side leg pivotally mounted to a support frame of the seat cushion at one side thereof to be retained in an upright position and housed in a space under the bottom of the seat cushion, a turnover spring engaged at one end thereof with the support frame of the seat cushion and at the other end thereof with the side leg for biasing the side leg toward its folding direction or set-up direction when it is turned over during pivotal movement of the side leg, a lock device for restricting pivotal movement of the side leg placed in its upright position and for retaining the side leg in its upright position; and a release lever associated with the locking device for releasing a locked condition of the side leg.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2000Date of Patent: October 8, 2002Assignee: Arako Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Tsutomu Maruta, Daisuke Ono
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Patent number: 6345861Abstract: A compact transportable folding chair including a seat portion comprised of a horizontal support. The horizontal support includes a forward tubular support and a rearward tubular support in a spaced relationship. The horizontal support includes a central support portion secured between the forward and rearward tubular supports. The central support portion has a padded cushion secured thereto. The central support has opposed side edges. The seat portion has opposed pairs of legs pivotally coupled thereto. A backrest portion is pivotally coupled with the seat portion. A pair of carrying straps are coupled with respect to the backrest portion. A support tray is removably coupled with the backrest portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2000Date of Patent: February 12, 2002Inventor: William Goodo
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Patent number: 5979976Abstract: A foldable support structure having at least three interconnected rigid annular rings. The first ring is formed for service as a base. A second ring is formed for service as a load bearing support above the base. A third ring is formed for service as a connector to connect the first and second rings and to support the second ring above the first ring. A first releasable load-bearing hinge is mounted to hingedly join adjacent portions of the first and third rings. A second releasable load bearing hinge is mounted to hingedly join adjacent portions of the second and third rings, wherein the hingedly joined adjacent portions of the first and third rings being oppositely disposed from the hingedly joined adjacent portions of the second and third rings.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 1998Date of Patent: November 9, 1999Inventor: Mark J. Ferencik
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Patent number: 5927798Abstract: In a combined backpack and folding chair, the chair has a camp stool base frame. A pivoting backrest is held in upright position on the stool frame by in-turned, truncated ends at the bottom of a backrest frame, which strike the camp stool frame. Alternatively, the backrest frame has a continuous bar at its bottom, which strikes the camp stool frame. The backpack is offset from the chair by clearance established in the dimension of a bridge between the backpack and chair. The in-turned ends clear the backpack by a lateral distance, by-passing the sides of the backpack. The continuous bar clears the backpack by a longitudinal distance, by-passing the rear face of the backpack.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 1997Date of Patent: July 27, 1999Inventor: David G. Ahn
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Patent number: 5899525Abstract: A foldable chair frame includes a seat frame, a front leg frame, a backrest frame with two lateral rods mounted pivotally to the seat frame, and an armrest frame with two armrest bars disposed adjacent to opposite lateral sides of the seat frame. Each of the armrest bars has a front section which extends forwardly of the backrest frame, and a rear section which extends downwardly from the front section and which is mounted pivotally to a rear end portion of the seat frame posterior to the backrest frame. A locking unit includes a locking seat fixed to one of the armrest bars and formed with an engaging hole, and a locking member having a ring portion sleeved rotatably and slidably on an adjacent one of the lateral rods, and a radial outward latch projection which is provided with a downwardly extending insert section.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 1998Date of Patent: May 4, 1999Assignee: Shin Yen Enterprise Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chuen-Jong Tseng
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Patent number: 5848822Abstract: A folding collapsible chair including a seat plate having a first longitudinal coupling groove and a second longitudinal coupling groove bilaterally disposed at a bottom side thereof, a plurality of vertical through holes, and two hand holes transversely disposed near two opposite ends; a folding stand adapted for supporting the seat plate, the folding stand including a first U-tube and a second U-tube pivoted together, and four retracting legs respectively mounted in two opposite ends of each of the first U-tube and the second U-tube, the first U-tube having a middle section peripherally forced into engagement with the first longitudinal coupling groove of the seat plate and turned therein, the second U-tube having a middle section adapted to be peripherally forced into engagement with the second longitudinal coupling groove of the seat plate; and a locating plate fixedly mounted on the bottom side of the seat plate over the middle section of the first U-tube to secure the seat plate and the first U-tube togType: GrantFiled: April 1, 1997Date of Patent: December 15, 1998Inventor: Tien Tzu Wu
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Patent number: 5730489Abstract: A folding chair/table includes a rigid seat attached to an X-frame with four legs that fold and then slide under the seat and parallel to it for storage and a rigid backrest connected to a separate backrest frame pivotally attached to the seat, which is stopped from over rotation by the rearwardly upwardly sloping rear legs. The backrest and backrest frame pivot forwardly and downwardly to a position in contact with the front of the seat to form a table.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 1996Date of Patent: March 24, 1998Inventors: Robert A. Eberle, Drake L. Koch
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Patent number: 5577799Abstract: A foldable tubular rocking chair frame comprises an elongate generally open rectangular back unit having parallel long side elements and parallel upper and lower end elements, the long sides being interrupted by selectively foldable aligned hinges. The hinges include knuckle elements which permit 180.degree. folding, and folding in one direction only. The hinges, when the chair is erected, include a supporting sleeve which circumposes the interruption and prevents folding.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 1995Date of Patent: November 26, 1996Inventor: Robert J. St. Germain
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Patent number: 5498054Abstract: An improved reclining, knock down chair assembly having a plurality of tubular members which define a seat frame, a back frame connected pivotally to the rear end portion of the seat frame at the lower portion, two leg frames which are engagable in a locking position, and two spaced arm support, frames provided on two sides of the backrest frame. A particular feature of the device is that the chair is pivotal to any position from an upright position to a fully reclined position because of the employment of the telescopic positioning device of the arm frame. Another particular feature is that the three laterally disposed tubular support members are attached to the different frames by quick release couplings which allows the entire assembly to be broken down into a compact state which is then secured in a tote bag.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 1995Date of Patent: March 12, 1996Inventor: Richard S. Tomlinson
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Patent number: 4894877Abstract: A mobile lounge is provided consisting of a base frame having foldable legs attached thereto and a seat section and back section pivotally attached with respect to the base frame. The foldable legs, seat section and back section are all foldable against the base frame to form a compact unit for storage or transport.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 1988Date of Patent: January 23, 1990Inventor: William C. Marsh
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Patent number: 4887826Abstract: A lightweight foldable wheelchair is provided which comprises a seat having a base and a back hingedly attached to the base, the back being foldable to overlie the seat base; a pair of large wheels each demountably attached to the end of an axle at the bottom rear of the seat base and rearward of the center of gravity of the chair; a first strut having its rearward end hingedly mounted to the underside forward portion of the seat base of the seat; and a second strut having its rearward end hingedly mounted to the underside of the seat base of the seat rearwardly of the first strut and forward of the wheel axle, the forward ends of both struts abutting below and forward of the seat and securing a demountable caster wheel and hingedly mounted footrest, and the struts being foldable to underlie the seat. The wheelchair can therefore be folded into a compact configuration when the wheels are demounted.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 1988Date of Patent: December 19, 1989Inventor: Richard D. Kantner
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Patent number: 4087128Abstract: A folding chair of the type having generally rectangular, open, inner and outer frames pivotally connected together and nestable one within the other, a seat panel pivotally secured to one of the frames, and a seat back in the form of a generally rectangular open frame which is pivotally secured to one of the inner or outer frames and nestable therewith so that the chair may be folded into a very compact unit of minimum dimensions. In order to provide comfort to the user and additional rigidity to the structure, there is provided a rigid seat back panel pivotally secured along one edge to the seat panel and having its opposite edge removably received in a slot in the upper portion of the seat back frame. When the seat back is pulled forwardly from its fully extended, upright position, the back panel will be pulled out of the slot so that the seat back frame may be passed over the seat panel and folded together with the seat panel and the inner and outer frames.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 1977Date of Patent: May 2, 1978Inventor: Clayton L. Shepard