Modular refreshment center
US12304634B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 2022 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B47/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A substructure in an aircraft cabin includes a drawer-insert accepting portion that defines multiple racks. Each rack may receive an exchangeable drawer insert. A module-accepting portion of the substructure defines an opening that includes a supporting surface, a back wall which extends upward and outward, and a lateral side wall. A module is provided for optionally installing in the module-accepting portion. The module has concealed areas upon installing that include: (i) a base adapted to rest on the supporting surface, (ii) a side wall adapted to abut the lateral side wall, and (iii) a rear wall adapted to abut the back wall. The module has exposed surfaces upon installing that are adapted to match an existing profile of the drawer-insert accepting portion. The module-accepting portion is configured for stowing cargo in a first mode and for receiving the module in a second mode. The module may include a locking assembly.
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