Folding table
US7278361B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 24, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B3/0912
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A folding table is disclosed having a two-stage folding mechanism. The folding table includes a table top divided into a first planar portion and a second planar portion. A pair of side rails is connected to each planar portion. A foldable leg and support brace is connected to each planar portion. A hinge assembly is provided disposed between the first planar portion and the second planar portion. The hinge assembly includes a hinge pin, a first hinge connector and a second hinge connector. The first hinge connector has a cam portion. A locking pin is disposed through a slot in the second hinge connector. A lock actuating mechanism may be used to move the locking pin in the slot between the locked and unlocked position. In one embodiment, the lock actuating mechanism includes a handle coupled to the locking pin and a spring biased against the locking pin.
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