Patent · US Expired

Desk with hidden return

US5632540A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 27, 1995
Grant dateMay 27, 1997
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Expiry dateNov 27, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47B17/065
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A desk having a pivoting, sliding hidden return mounted atop a drawer pedestal and beneath the desk top. The return is supported upon a rail and pivot mechanism which allows the return to pivot and slide between a closed position beneath the desktop and an open position perpendicular to the desktop. The return includes hinged support legs that are stored flat atop the work surface when stored and are folded down to provide support during use.

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