Patent · US Expired

Cushion lift for seat assembly

US7140589B2 · kind B2 · utility

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19References
16Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 10, 2003
Grant dateNov 28, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/1615
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cushion lift assembly for raising and lowering the front and rear portions of an automobile seat independently and/or simultaneously. The cushion lift assembly includes mounting members and a pair of connecting members interconnecting the mounting members. The connecting members are formed from three stamped members including a first elongated stamped member and two bracket members mounted near opposite ends of the first stamped member. Each of the stamped members includes a rib formed therein. The ribs cooperate to define an annular opening in which a pivot member is received.

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