Patent · US Expired

Seat backrest having an adjustable lumbar support

US3948558A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 31, 1975
Grant dateApr 6, 1976
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 31, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47C7/462
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A seat backrest having a contourable upholstered portion supported by a rigid frame includes means to impart a curvature to the upholstered portion to produce a desired supporting contour in the lumbar area of the seat's occupant. The contour-producing means includes a lumbar pad, a flexible member connecting the lumbar pad to the frame, and means operable from the side of the backrest for moving and holding the connecting member in a plurality of positions.

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