Electrically actuated lifting and transferring apparatus
US6739642B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S297/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electrically actuated lifting and transferring apparatus for assisting disabled persons when entering and exiting a vehicle is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a horizontal lifting bar disposed longitudinally alongside a seat of the vehicle between the seat and a door opening of the vehicle. The apparatus also comprises an electrical actuator indirectly coupled to the horizontal lifting bar for forcing the horizontal lifting bar between a lowered position directly adjacent and level with the seat and a raised position away from and above the seat. The apparatus further comprises at least one mounting bracket for securing an assembly comprising the horizontal lifting bar and the electrical actuator directly to the seat.
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