Reclining seat and ottoman system for aircraft including amenity cabinet
US5954401A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/0641
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system including a chair assembly and an ottoman assembly used to seat or otherwise support an individual wherein the subject system is particularly adapted for use on either commercial or multi-passenger private aircraft and is specifically structured to enhance the overall comfort and privacy of a passenger when utilizing the system as well as maximize the use of passenger space by providing access to certain amenities thereby defining an effective and comfortable environment for the passenger. Portions of the ottoman and chair assemblies are specifically structured for positioning toward and away from one another into a completely reclined or horizontal support position so as to allow the passenger or occupant to assume such a position, as when resting or sleeping. A privacy shroud structure is also included with the subject assemblies and is selectively positionable so as to greatly enhance the privacy of an occupant of the system and restrict any disturbing light from entering the subject privacy shroud.
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