Abstract: An apparatus or support having a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame includes a first end portion, a second end portion, a first side portion, a second side portion, and several connectors. Each of the connectors are disposable at a first position when the frame is in its expanded configuration and are disposable at a second position when the frame is in its collapsed configuration.

Abstract: In certain preferred embodiments, the present invention provides a cot assembly that includes side pieces, supporting end pieces and bedding material. Preferably the cot assembly holds the end pieces a spaced apart distance, and in one feature allows a side piece to be selectively released. In one embodiment, the end pieces move towards each other to release a side piece, optionally by sliding a side piece through an end piece channel. In one preferred embodiment, the bedding material is mounted to and retained by the end pieces and extends across the interior of the cot to overlap or enclose the side pieces without any gaps between the material, the side pieces and the end pieces. In other embodiments, the invention includes an improved method for attaching the material to the end pieces and an improved cot assembly method. In a preferred option, the bedding material is continuously attached to the end piece along a portion of an end piece.

Abstract: In certain preferred embodiments, the present invention provides a cot assembly that includes side pieces, supporting end pieces and bedding material. Preferably the cot assembly holds the end pieces a spaced apart distance, and in one feature allows a side piece to be selectively released. In one embodiment, the end pieces move towards each other to release a side piece, optionally by sliding a side piece through an end piece channel. In one preferred embodiment, the bedding material is mounted to and retained by the end pieces and extends across the interior of the cot to overlap or enclose the side pieces without any gaps between the material, the side pieces and the end pieces. In other embodiments, the invention includes an improved method for attaching the material to the end pieces and an improved cot assembly method. In a preferred option, the bedding material is continuously attached to the end piece along a portion of an end piece.

Abstract: A lounge chair having a frame supported by legs, which may or may not have wheels incorporated therewith, and at least first and second adjustable backrest portions pivotally attached to the chair. When a sunbather wishes to sit on the lounge chair in an inclined position with his or her back supported, he or she inclines one of the backrest members which will position the sunbather in the most optimal position relative to the sun for sun bathing. As the sun passes overhead to a point which causes the sunbather's exposure to the sun to be diminished, the sunbather may merely drop the first backrest portion down to a horizontal or other desired position, adjust the second backrest portion to a position of inclination which suits the sunbather, and turn him or herself around 180° to lay in the opposite direction in the lounge chair.

Abstract: A backpacker/mountaineers cot that is lightweight enough to be carried in the backcountry and that is assembled using a minimal of structural cot components in conjunction with various commonly used mountaineer's tools. It allows the elimination of the piece of foam or the inflatable sleeping pad that mountaineers generally backpack. Instead, the mountaineer incorporates his trekking poles, ice ax and internal frame backpack stays with the cot's structural components to form a lightweight, strong or the appropriate assembly of the cot.

Abstract: A collapsible bed frame (18) for supporting a mattress, the collapsible frame (18) having a number of frame members (32). A number of pivots (34) connect pairs of the frame members (32) at the midpoints of the frame members (32) to make a number of scissor pairs (35). Pivot assemblies (36) pivotally attach the upper ends of the frame members (32) to upper connector assemblies (40), and pivotally attach lower ends of the frame members (32) to feet (38), thus connecting the scissor pairs (35) to form an extended scissors-frame assembly (33). The upper connector assemblies (40) form a support surface for a mattress.

Abstract: A cot having a frame that is configured so that one end, such as the head end of the cot, is recessed within the other end, i.e., the foot end of the cot, when the cot is folded. As an example, the legs of one end may recess into the legs of the other end. To this end, the bifold cot may include a head portion having a tapered section forming a narrowed head end. This narrowed head end, or a leg or legs associated therewith, is received within the frame (or associated legs) for the foot portion of the bifold cot when the bifold cot is folded. A trifold cot is also provided that also has an extension that may be folded against the head portion, and the extension and the head portion may be folded and recessed at least partly within the frame at the foot portion.

Abstract: A joining assembly for a child's bed is provided. A child's bed according to the invention mainly contains a mesh structure, bedposts, and supporting rods embedded in the four rim of the rectangular mesh structure. By installing the supporting rods into the positioning holes on the bedposts, the mesh structure is expanded to a flat surface for a child to sleep or play on it. Each of the four corners of the mesh structure has a hook attached to it respectively. The hook is hooked to the rim of a positioning plate of the bedpost so that there is no gap left between the bedposts and the mesh structure.

Abstract: A foldable creeper has a rolling mechanism coupled to connectors that couple a seat support and back support. A locking mechanism may be provided that retains the creeper in an open position.

Abstract: A kit for converting a cross-legged folding cot into a tiered cot, which stilt legs having a longitudinal axis, a top end and a bottom end. A female coupling is positioned at the top end of each of the stilt legs. Each female coupling is offset from the longitudinal axis by between 45 degrees and 65 degrees, and is adapted to receive a leg from a first cross-legged folding cot. With each female coupling holding a leg of a first cross-legged folding cot, the first cot is effectively elevated, such that gear can be stowed or a second cot can be positioned in the space provided beneath the first cot between the stilt legs.

Abstract: A foldable creeper is disclosed that has a rolling mechanism coupled to connectors that couple a seat support and back support. A locking mechanism may be provided that retains the creeper in an open position.

Abstract: An adjustable cot for supporting a pregnant woman, in which an elongate frame (14) includes leg members (24) to support the frame spaced-apart from a surface. A fabric sheet (16) attaches to the frame (12). A central portion of the fabric sheet defines a receiving recess (12) extending in a first direction from a plane defined by the frame. The receiving recess (12) adjusts from a first depth to a second depth by drawcards (34) in channels 32 in the receiving recess. The volume of the receiving recess is selectively changed to accommodate a protruding portion of a pregnant woman lying on the fabric sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is a collapsible cot with wall members, which includes a base frame, having an open position for use and a collapsed position for storing and transporting, with a footprint to support base flexible sheet material of an area sufficient to support a reclining human at least the size of a young child, and being collapsible so as to reduce its footprint by at least one half. Legs are collapsibly connected to the base frame, and a flexible sheet material is attached to the base frame to support at least a young child. There are at least two collapsible side walls, one each on opposite sides of the base frame, which include flexible sheet material and collapsible wall support mechanism, either hingeably or removably connected to the base frame.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a one-touch collapsible cot. This one-touch collapsible cot includes a folding support frame (1) and a seat (50) held on the support frame (1). The support frame (1) is fabricated with a plurality of braces (3) crosswisely jointed together by a plurality of joints (2), and has a head support brace (10), a leg support brace (20), a midsection support brace (30), and a tension projection (40). The seat (50) has a first brace pocket (60) for receiving the head support brace (10), a second brace pocket (70) for receiving the leg support brace (20), a wing (51) provided with a third brace pocket (80) for receiving the midsection support brace (30), and a locking hole (53) for receiving the tension projection (40) of the support frame (1). The seat (50) is quickly opened by the support frame (1) without leaving any uneven portion thereon.

Abstract: An inclining collapsible bed (200) including a mattress (214) and a support frame (218), including a number of frame members (32) where the upper ends of the frame members (32) are pivotally attached to upper connector assemblies (40), and the lower ends are pivotally attached to feet (38). The support frame (218) includes an inclining portion (206) having at least one inclining support member (208) and at least one angle retention mechanism (220), which is preferably an adjustable clip (222). The bed (200) is configured to optionally use an air mattress (14), which can be attached to the frame (214) so that the bed frame (218) is self-expanding in response to the inflation of the air mattress (14). Also an inclining collapsible bed frame (218).

Abstract: The stackable cot comprises a sheet (5) stretched between elongated longitudinal and transverse elements connected to each other by corner elements (2) so as to form a generally rectangular frame. Each corner element (2) is on its lower surface provided with a foot (6), and on its upper surface provided with a vertical recess (7) aligned with the foot and constituting a recess for reception of a similar foot (6) of another cot (1) of the same type to be stacked on the cot. Each corner element (2) has an upper portion (10) and a lower portion (11) connected to each other. The recess (7) is formed in the upper portion (10) and it comprises a lateral opening in the form of a vertical slot opening outwardly and extending over substantially all the height of the recess (7) opening upwardly.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a one-touch collapsible cot. This one-touch collapsible cot includes a folding support frame (1) and a seat (50) held on the support frame (1). The support frame (1) is fabricated with a plurality of braces (3) crosswisely jointed together by a plurality of joints (2), and has a head support brace (10), a leg support brace (20), a midsection support brace (30), and a tension projection (40). The seat (50) has a first brace pocket (60) for receiving the head support brace (10), a second brace pocket (70) for receiving the leg support brace (20), a wing (51) provided with a third brace pocket (80) for receiving the midsection support brace (30), and a locking hole (53) for receiving the tension projection (40) of the support frame (1). The seat (50) is quickly opened by the support frame (1) without leaving any uneven portion thereon.

Abstract: A portable cot that consists of a tubular framework that supports a cloth bed. The framework and bed are suspended from above by hanging webbing that allows suspension from a single point. The tubular members of the framework are connected together by hinges that allow the framework to folded into a small bundle of tubes.

Abstract: A folding bed frame has a pair of support tubes, two pairs of connection tubes, three pairs of leg sets, a plurality of positioning devices, a plurality of connection bars, a plurality of angle plates, and a plurality of T-shaped plates. Each leg set has a generally S-shaped rod, the generally S-shaped rod having a lower portion, a middle portion and an upper portion, a curved rod disposed on the middle portion of the generally S-shaped rod, a leg rod having an upper end disposed on a bottom of the middle portion of the generally S-shaped rod, and two of the connection bars connected to one of the curved rods, one of the generally S-shaped rods, and one of the leg rods. Two angle plates are connected to one curved rod and one connection tube. Two T-shaped plates are connected to one curved rod and two connection tubes. Each positioning device is disposed in the corresponding connection tube to position the corresponding connection tube and the corresponding support tube.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cot assembly that includes a frame, supporting corner pieces and bedding material. The frame is preferably of a one or two piece construction and is shaped into a perimeter defining an interior area. Corner pieces support the frame above an external support surface. The bedding material extends across the interior of the frame and into the corner pieces without any gaps between the material, the frame and corner pieces, thereby protecting against injury which could otherwise result from the presence of such gaps. The continuous frame maintains the cot's rigidity while the corner pieces lower the cot's profile for stacking. The cot includes at least a number of corner pieces corresponding to the corners of the polygonal shape. A pedestal extends downwardly from each corner piece to engage the floor or other supporting surface. In a preferred form, each of the corner pieces includes top and bottom portions defining a slot therebetween for receiving the bedding material.

Abstract: A cot has a sleeping surface that includes bedding material extending between members of a frame. The frame includes a number of rods connected with a number of comer connectors such that the frame forms the shape of a polygon. Each corner connector has a pedestal extending downwardly to engage the floor and support the bedding material above the floor. The corner connectors have a housing and a pair of coupling portions extending from the housing and an inwardly projecting portion. The bedding material extends within the cot frame such that no openings or gaps are formed between the bedding material and the frame. The cot also has a mechanism for maintaining and adjusting the bedding material surface in a taut condition.

Abstract: An inclining collapsible bed (200) including a mattress (214) and a support frame (218), including a number of frame members (32) where the upper ends of the frame members (32) are pivotally attached to upper connector assemblies (40), and the lower ends are pivotally attached to feet (38). The support frame (218) includes an inclining portion (206) having at least one inclining support member (208) and at least one angle retention mechanism (220), which is preferably an adjustable clip (222). The bed (200) is configured to optionally use an air mattress (14), which can be attached to the frame (214) so that the bed frame (218) is self-expanding in response to the inflation of the air mattress (14). Also an inclining collapsible bed frame (218).

Abstract: A collapsible bed (10) having an air mattress (14) and a support frame (18). The support frame (18) includes a number of frame members (32), which are joined by pivot assemblies (36), such that the support frame (18) as a whole expands outwardly from a central area (42), when a portion of the frame (18) is pulled outwardly. A second preferred embodiment is a self-expanding bed (100) having an air mattress (14) and an articulated support frame (18), which as a whole expands outwardly from a central area (42). The air mattress (14) is attached to the support frame (18) at a number of points, so that when the air mattress (14)is inflated and expands outwardly, the support frame (18) also expands outwardly. An electric air pump (60) is preferably included which may be activated by a remote control (64), so that the bed (100) is self-expanding.

Abstract: The present invention is a collapsible cot with wall members, which includes a base frame, having an open position for use and a collapsed position for storing and transporting, with a footprint to support base flexible sheet material of an area sufficient to support a reclining human at least the size of a young child, and being collapsible so as to reduce its footprint by at least one half. Legs are collapsibly connected to the base frame, and a flexible sheet material is attached to the base frame to support at least a young child. There are at least two collapsible side walls, one each on opposite sides of the base frame, which include flexible sheet material and collapsible wall support mechanism, either hingeably or removably connected to the base frame.

Abstract: Lounger beds have a lying surface made of a textile structure clamped into a frame to permit a division of the lying surface into areas with different tension. A textile structure with elastic threads is fastened to longitudinal spars of the frame. The top side, of the longitudinal space has a curved construction form supporting surfaces for the textile structure only in an exterior area. The longitudinal spars have receiving grooves only on the exterior side for the edge of the textile structure to be clamped in.

Abstract: A stackable, portable cot apparatus is easily assembled and disassembled preferably without the use of any tools. The portable cot apparatus preferably includes a flexible support, a plurality of support members, and a plurality of connectors. Alternatively, the portable cot apparatus also includes a plurality of extension legs. When assembled together, the plurality of support members and the plurality of connectors form a cot frame of the portable cot apparatus. Preferably, the flexible support is configured to support the weight of a user and includes three permanent fasteners and a detachable fastener. The permanent fasteners and the detachable fastener preferably and removably attach the flexible support to the cot frame of the portable cot apparatus. Preferably, the detachable fastener is selectively attachable both prior to and after the cot frame of the portable cot apparatus is already assembled. The detachable fastener is preferably a hook and loop fastener.

Abstract: A collapsible bed (10) having an air mattress (14) and a support frame (18). The support frame (18) includes a number of frame members (32), which are joined by pivot assemblies (36), such that the support frame (18) as a whole expands outwardly from a central area (42), when a portion of the frame (18) is pulled outwardly.

Abstract: The present invention is a folding and telescopic structure that consists of two parallelograms (1) (2), which can be flattened in opposite directions, located on the same plane and joined articulately by two springs (17) from its front (3) and back (4) jambs. These jambs (3) (4), which are “U” shaped and hollow, allow the end (5) and intermediate (6) crossbars to lodge inside to totally occupy the space available inside the hollow jambs. The end crossbar (5) has a groove (8) in which to slide a first shaft (9) of the back jamb (4) at the same time that a it can turn counter-clockwise upon a second shaft (10) of the front jamb (3) . The intermediate crossbar (6) 15 moves in a similar way, but the hinge (13) that receives the second shaft (12) is not fixed on the intermediate crossbar (6), but can be slid across it. FIG. 1.

Abstract: A backpack which includes a suspension and a frame. The frame includes an inner support structure and an outer support structure releasably connected to each other by quick release pins. The backpack frame can house storage bags and compartments and is adjustably connected to the suspension system by quick release pins. By separating the two support structures, aligning them linearly to each other, and inserting elongated rods between them, a frame for a cot is formed. The orientation of the support structures is such that when a mattress is placed on the frame and weight is put on the mattress, the forces are directed inwardly, resulting in great stability. The suspension can be used as a day pack, i.e. the frame can be eliminated and one of the storage bags can be adjustably attached to the suspension.

Abstract: An adjustable collapsing cot is disclosed which can be utilized in numerous situations including evacuations and military operations. The cot includes an outer frame member and an inner frame member which are both preferably divided into two sections and are both pivotable approximate their center point. Either section of the inner frame member can be adjusted to one or more elevation angles with respect to the outer frame member as desired by the user. A spring loaded webbing material is provided to safely support and cradle the user. Preferably, a mattress is provided and is disposed on top of the spring loaded webbing. One or more restraint belts can be provided to safely secure the user while he or she is utilizing the cot. Several accessories items, including an intervenes pole, message flag and miscellaneous item bag/compartment can be provided and attached to the cot. When it is desired to move the cot, the cot can be folded into an easily transportable configuration.

Abstract: A folding bed is disclosed. A folding frame has a plurality of legs and a plurality of upper and lower connecting elements which connect the plurality of legs with one another. The plurality of legs include a first set of four legs which extend slantingly and upward through the upper connecting elements in a lengthwise direction of the bed and a second set of two legs which extend slantingly and upward through the upper connecting elements in a crosswise direction of the bed. A seat is fixed to the upper connecting elements and has a first set of four pockets into which the upper ends of the first set of four legs are inserted, respectively. A pair of support sheets are stitched to both sides of the seat, respectively. The pair of support sheets have a second set of two pockets into which the upper ends of the second set of two legs are inserted, respectively. The upper ends of the second set of two legs are fastened to the support sheets.

Abstract: A foldable bed assembly includes a mattress, a mediate supporter, a front frame having a first end pivotally connected to the mediate supporter, and a rear frame having a first end pivotally connected to the mediate support. A positioning plate has a first end pivotally connected to the front frame. A rear frame has a first end pivotally connected to the mediate supporter. A front leg structure includes an upper portion pivotally connected to the second end of the front frame. The front leg structure further includes a base portion securely located on the ground. A rear leg frame is securely attached to the second end of the rear frame. A handle includes a first end pivotally connected to one of the front frame and the rear frame. When the bed assembly is in an extended status, a second end of the positioning plate engages with a peg on the upper portion of the front leg structure, and a second end of the handle engages with an engaging member on the front frame.

Abstract: A foldable bed assembly includes a mattress, a mediate supporter, a front frame having a first end pivotally connected to the mediate supporter, and a rear frame having a first end pivotally connected to the mediate supporter. A head frame is securely attached to a second end of the front frame and includes a lower end securely located on the ground to avoid sliding. A rear leg frame is securely attached to a second end of the rear frame. One of the front frame and the rear frame includes two handles respectively attached to two lateral sides thereof. Each handle includes an extension that is located between the front frame and the rear frame when the foldable bed assembly is in a folded status.

Abstract: A portable cot that consists of a tubular framework that supports a cloth bed on the perimeter. The framework and bed is suspended from above by hanging webbing. The tubular members of the framework are connected together by hinges that allow the framework to folded into a small bundle of tubes. The hinges and webbing are arranged so that framework is locked into a rigid bed when weighted and yet is allowed to fold when unweighted.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lightweight backpack and its frame. The design of the frame accommodates use as a structure for shaping and supporting a recreational hiking or military infantry backpack while in a folded and compact arrangement, and additionally, accommodates use for shaping and supporting material for use as a sleeping cot able to support the body weight of a human while in and unfolded elongated arrangement. In either the folded or unfolded arrangement, the backpack may be easily removed or reattached to the frame. The cot material is also easily detachable for purposes of replacement of worn material and its arrangement in conjunction with the frame is also intended to serve in part as padding and back support for the wearer. The hinge and lock at the frame's hinge joints aids the user in fold out and break down of the frame and also adds strength to the frame while in both the folded and unfolded position.

Abstract: A sectional folding bed includes a first longitudinal member and a second longitudinal member with each longitudinal member having a first protrusion and a second protrusion at respective ends. A sheet including a first loop and a second loop is secured between said first and second longitudinal members. A first cross member that fits through the first loop of the sheet includes first and second holes that receive a respective one of the first protrusions of the first and second longitudinal members. A second cross member that fits through the second loop of the sheet includes a hole for receiving the second protrusion of the first longitudinal member and a locking member for receiving the second protrusion of the second longitudinal member.

Abstract: A collapsible, portable child's play-pen, which may be foldably collapsed onto two half-members which are pivotably coupled together along an axis and which together form a base for the play-pen, which may then be subsequently folded together to form a compact portable unit. First and second frame members, each pivotably coupled to the base along parallel but mutually opposite edges of the base, form one set of opposite side walls of the play-pen. Each of the first and second frame members are provided with a respective pair of first and second pivotable linking arms. One end of each of the first pair of linking arms is pivotably coupled to a first frame member, and similarly one end of each linking arm of the second pair of linking arms is pivotably coupled to the second frame member.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for managing waste from patient care, maintenance, and/or treatment includes an inflatable bladder member disposed to support at least a first portion of the body of the patient. A flexible basin member is fitted over the bladder and receives waste materials, and a filter sheet is disposed atop the basin member. The basin member is connected to a liquid/gas separator and a vacuum blower. A liquid waste pump is connected to the separator to transfer liquid waste to a holding jug. A vacuum wand provides both suction and rinsing liquid via an on-demand pumping supply configuration that enables the rinsing liquid supplied from a rinse jug to be heated. Liquid levels in the rinse liquid jug, the holding jug, and the separator's holding reservoir are sensed by capacitive level sensing devices which supply signals to a microprocessor which controls various functions of the apparatus. Special inflatable sacks are provided to assist turning the patient to facilitate cleansing of the patient.

Abstract: A portable cot which is light in weight, may be disassembled into a compact package but which forms a firm sleeping surface when assembled. The cot has a generally rectangular canvas surface with an elongated pocket along each side. Side rails are held in each of the pockets and three leg assemblies are affixed to the side rails by wire U-shaped legs pivotally attached to the bottom to a base bar and at the top to the side rails. Adjustable straps tighten the side rails against the legs and form a firm assembly with the base bars. The straps may be adjusted so that the bed can be made level even against a slanted surface.

Abstract: A portable collapsible bed, comprising a mainframe having opposite ends and having legs adjacent each end. A subframe having opposite ends has one end pivotally connected to one end of the mainframe. The subframe has collapsible legs spaced a substantial distance from the other end of the subframe but closer to that other said end than to the one end of the subframe. The legs of the subframe define a seating face. The legs of the subframe are releasably secured in a first position at a substantial angle to the subframe, and are mounted for swinging movement from that first position in a direction away from the one end of the subframe into a second position in which the subframe legs lie against the other end of the subframe, that is, the end remote from the mainframe.

Abstract: A collapsible bed has a head frame and a foot frame that are of shaped metal tube. At each end of each frame there is a "U"-shaped recess. Two bars extend between the frames. At each end of each bar there is a disc with a peripheral channel. The discs seat in the recesses and lock therein. A sheet of material extends between the bars, the bars passing through casings on opposed sides of the sheet. The inner sides of the recesses of each frame slope towards one another to assist in guiding the discs into the recesses and to stretch the sheet of material.

Abstract: A backpack/cot/tent structure usable in a first mode as a backpack and convertible to a cot when the framework is separated into upper and lower sections with an integral tent member that can be set up to surround the cot.

Abstract: An improved universal couch characterized by comprising two sets of bed-frame, three sets of base-frame, two positioning rods and supporting rods, two connecting frames and couch-surfaces, wherein three sets of base-frame consist of two separated elements and a cover plate respectively, and the connecting frame is used to connect two couch frames, so that by means of the above elements, the couch frames can be put into the looped sheaths sewed up at the both sides of the couch-surface material, and then they can be assembled respectively with three sets of baseframe to become a completed universal couch, since the positioning rod and the supporting rod, which are pivoted at the frame of the rear couch frame, can be used to raise and support the rear couch surface, and to adjust its angle of elevation in order to have the function of an improved universal couch.

Abstract: A readily set-up and knocked-down portable bed assembly for animals or persons includes flexible sheeting for supporting such animal or person and a frame assembly which includes a plurality of interengageable short side members, connectable to the flexible sheeting so as to brace and support the flexible sheeting. Each frame side member includes opposite end portions interengageable with opposed complementary end portions of adjacently - positionable frame side members. For ready set up, the frame side members are adapted such that by linking of all but one pair of opposed frame side members end portions, the last non-linked opposed end portions of adjacently positioned frame side members overlap in the planar position, and are readily connectable by moving the non-linked end portions to a position skewed from the planar position of the otherwise partially assembled structure, in which position the flexible sheeting is bowed.

Abstract: A chaise lounge has an open framework, main frame supported on front and back leg frame structures which are hingedly connected to the front and rear portions of the main frame. A back rest portion has a lower end hingedly connected to the main frame generally intermediate the length of the main frame and is swingable from a longitudinal position generally in the plane of the main frame to any selected one of a number of vertically inclined positions. Bale-shaped front and rear leg brace frames are hingedly connected to the main frame generally intermediate the length thereof to extend in opposite directions, and each has a connecting web portion which is engageable with and disengageable from trap members fixed on the front and rear leg frames respectively at a level below the hinged connection of the front and rear leg brace frames to the main frame.

Abstract: A bed and pack frame is convertible between an elongated bed frame configuration and a nested pack carrying configuration. The frame includes first and second members, each having first and second spaced side rails. Interconnecting members depend from and interconnect the side rails of each of the first and second members into a rigid support structure. The first and second side rails are releasably interconnectable to form a co-planar bed support frame and are separable so as to be re-arranged in a nested pack carrying configuration.

Abstract: An adjustable break-away stretcher having a pair of complimentary frame parts detachably interconnected at each end, the frame parts including a body section and an extensible leg section each mounting aligned patient supporting panels, the extensible leg section having cylindrical tubular frame members telescopically received in polygonal tubular members in the body section, the polygonal frame members having mating polygonal plugs at their ends adapted to be slidably but non-rotatably received in the polygonal tubes so as to prevent the tubular frame members from rotating relative to the body section, the arrangement preventing misalignment between the patient supporting panels of the leg section relative to those of the body section when the frame parts are detached and, where locking pins are used to fix the position of the extensible leg section relative to the body section, misalignment of the locking pins relative to the openings in which they are received is also prevented.

Abstract: A portable, foldable playpen having rectangular upper and lower frames to which a flexible enclosure is affixed and which folds along its end members when released by folding vertical members to form a compact arrangement.

Abstract: A device for use as a cot on the rear seat of a vehicle formed by a U-shaped frame, the front of which is to be placed adjoining the rear of the front seat of the vehicle. A web of cloth is stretched between the member of the frame, the portion of the cloth on the frame open side resting on the cushion of the rear seat. The front of the frame can have support legs to rest on the floor of the vehicle or straps to be attached to the front seat or another part of the vehicle. The web also can have a strap to be attached to a part of the body to keep the web taut.

Abstract: Disclosed are two embodiments of a collapsible hammock support comprising (a) first and second ground-engaging support members for supporting a hammock at either end, said first and second ground-engaging support members being collapsible from a first, or use, position to a second, or travel, position; (b) at least one longitudinal bracing member carried by each ground-engaging support member and extending longitudinally from the ground-engaging support member by which it is carried on a first side thereof; (c) first means for detachably connecting said at least one longitudinal bracing member carried by said first ground-engaging support member to said at least one longitudinal bracing member carried by said second ground-engaging support member to form a rigid support for a hammock; (d) second means for detachably connecting one end of a hammock to the first side of said first ground-engaging member; and (e) third means for detachably connecting the other end of a hammock to the first side of said second gr