Vestibular motion table
US5520614A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 28, 1994 |
| Grant date | May 28, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2203/0456
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vestibular motion table is disclosed for providing a reciprocating, horizontal motion to a user. The table comprises a base and a table top suitable for the user to lie upon. A plurality of support legs is pivotally connected to the base at one of end and is pivotally connected to the table top at the other end. The table includes an electric gear motor having an eccentric mounted thereon. A power transmission shaft is connected at one end to the eccentric while the other end is connected to the table top. A controller in electrical communication with the gear motor and a source of electrical power controls the speed of the motion.
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