Mechanical advantage device
US12214289B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2024 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2044 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63G11/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A mechanical advantage device includes a base, a beam pivotably connected to the base at a fulcrum between a first end of the beam and a second end of the beam, a seat at the first end of the beam, and a load at the second end of the beam. In some embodiments, the mechanical advantage device includes structure, such as a linkage, for effecting oscillation of the beam by shifting weight along the beam. The mechanical advantage device may be a single-person seesaw. In some embodiments, the mechanical advantage device may be used to move a car or to generate power.
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