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Pivoting seat assembly

US11214179B2 · kind B2 · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 26, 2019
Grant dateJan 4, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/305
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A seat assembly includes a base frame supporting a lift mechanism. A seatback is operably coupled to a seat portion. The seatback and the seat portion are vertically adjustable as powered by the lift mechanism. The seat portion is pivotally coupled to the seatback by a support bracket for rotational movement between first and second positions. A seat frame of the seat portion is vertically juxtaposed over the lift mechanism when the seat portion is in the second position.

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