Mobility chairs and retention systems for mobility chairs
US12048657B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G5/1094
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to retention systems for retaining items during use of a mobility chair. According to one embodiment, a mobility chair includes a frame, wheels and a seat; and an item retention system including one or more retractable straps such that when, in use, a user is positioned on the seat, the one or more retractable straps are arranged to be extended and secured to retain one or more items positioned on the user's lap or on the seat in front of the user. A related method of retaining an item or items on the user's lap is also described.
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