Adjustable-width seating for vehicles
US4768832A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 17, 1986 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/0693
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An adjustable seating unit, particularly for aircraft, comprises a backrest part and a bottom part capable of accommodating either three narrower seats or two wider seats, with intermediate armrests which are movable laterally between positions defining respectively the three narrower seats and the two wider seats. The intermediate armrests are anchored to the seating unit by linkages and complementary components are provided on the intermediate armrests and on the seating unit for selective engagement to locate the intermediate armrests positively in their respective positions.
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