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Support platform for seating appliance

US10143605B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 25, 2014
Grant dateDec 4, 2018
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G7/057
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A support arrangement and corresponding method, is provided for supporting a user in a seated invalid appliance, the arrangement comprising a support member and at least one reconfigurable connection arrangement arranged to enable connection of the support member to the appliance and the application an adjustable tensile load to the support member. The connection arrangement may comprise a bridging element configured to extend between the support member and the appliance, such as a clip or hook. The hook or clip may be S-shaped or C-shaped in cross section. The connection arrangement may be received in an aperture or recess provided in the support member and/or the appliance to bridge the gap there between. The invention is particularly suited for use with wheelchairs or seated sports appliances for a disabled user.

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