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Computer-equipped mobility device and method of connecting to a network

US6873884B2 · kind B2 · utility

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24Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 26, 2002
Grant dateMar 29, 2005
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62J45/10
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A computer-equipped mobility device for transporting an occupant of the device over a distance and for providing access to a network comprises a personal mobility device, a computer, and an activation member. The computer is coupled to the personal mobility device and is configured to link to the network as well as to engage in two-way communication with the network. The activation member is coupled to the personal mobility device. The activation member is also linked to the computer and capable of at least partially controlling the operation of the computer.

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