Safety barrier/ramp actuating mechanism for wheelchair lifts
US5439342A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 18, 1994 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S414/134
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved safety barrier/ramp actuation mechanism for combination folding stair and platform wheelchair lifts which translate from one configuration to the other depending upon the purpose to be served and have a combination safety barrier/ramp at the outboard end of the platform, the mechanism comprising a triple link mechanism and internally contained piston and bellcrank for reciprocating said barrier/ramp, and a pressure relief for said system to prevent raising said barrier/ramp when a load is resting thereon in ramp position, and the invention includes new steps in the method of operation of the stair and lift combination to enhance the safety thereof.
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