Side wall supported armrest for aircraft
US6739552B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/0693
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method is disclosed for increasing available space in an aircraft cabin cross section to improve passenger comfort. Use of one side wall supported armrest on each side of the aircraft's cross section, rather then seat supported armrest as are provided conventionally elsewhere, enables use of wider seats. Side wall supported armrests may be secured by means of rails or other conventional mounting means, and the armrests may be contoured an/or cushioned to provide a better ergonomic arm support. Contoured armrests may also be recessed into the space between aircraft cabin body frames.
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