Ergonomic tractor seat armrest and hand control
US6634453B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 29, 2001 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/2004
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An armrest having an elbow-supporting portion and an associated control panel for a utility vehicle is arranged such that the operator's forearm can be supported on a fulcrum position on the elbow-supporting portion and can be pivoted in a swinging direction to reach plural controls. A hand rest is also provided on the control panel and located such that an operator can span his forearm from the elbow at the fulcrum position of the elbow-supporting portion, to the hand rest located on the control panel.
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