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Floating, reclining lounge mechanism

US4662852A · kind A · utility

42Cited by
12References
4Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 24, 1986
Grant dateMay 5, 1987
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Expiry dateJan 24, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63B34/50
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A floating, reclining lounge (10) including a mechanism to permit it to be easily adjusted in the aquatic environment without the need for manually applied lifting force. In one embodiment, the mechanism includes a slotted bracket (30) with resilient sockets which enable the seat of the lounge to be moved and secured in select positions of adjustment. In another embodiment, the mechanism include a slotted bracket (100) having a rack (110) and pinion (108) to facilitate such adjustment.

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