Multi-feature stroller and infant car seat
US6572134B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B2205/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-feature stroller (100) includes several unique features. The stroller, which has a forward sub-frame (104) and a rearward sub-frame (108) that is foldable upon itself, provides a napper bar (150) which extends outwardly from the forward sub-frame (104). The napper bar (150) provides a locking mechanism (254) which engages one of two locking tongues (190) extending from an underside of a car seat (160). Accordingly, the car seat (160) may be carried by the stroller (100) in a forward-facing position and a rearward-facing position. The napper bar (150) is moveable between an extended position and a recessed position by actuating a release mechanism (302). A fold down mechanism (130) is connected between the rear sub-frame (108) and the forward sub-frame (104) when actuated causes the sub-frames to fold into a collapsed position and simultaneously causes the napper bar to fall to its recessed position. The stroller (100) is also provided with an adjustable foot rest (120) that is slidable upon the forward sub-frame. A cross member (116), which extends between the forward sub-frame, supports the foot rest in one of two positions. The stroller is also provided with a lock adjust…
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