Pivotable rear seat center cushion assembly with utility compartment
US5848820A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 27, 1997 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N3/102
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle rear seat assembly includes left and right rear seat portions with a center seat portion positioned therebetween. The center seat portion is pivotally connected with respect to the left and right seat portions. The center seat portion has a seat cushion on one side and a utility compartment on an opposing side thereof. The center seat portion is pivotable between a collapsed position for seating and an upright position for facilitating access to the utility compartment. The utility compartment preferably comprises a pivotable tray mounted therein for pivotal movement to a position extended from the utility compartment, as well as a cupholder pivotally mounted within the utility compartment.
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