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Side and end brake/steer mechanism for stretchers

US7302717B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 22, 2003
Grant dateDec 4, 2007
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60B2200/242
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A stretcher includes a brake mechanism and a steer mechanism operated by side actuator pedals and a brake-actuating bar and a wheel-actuating bar. The brake-actuating bar, wheel-actuating bar, and side actuator pedals are connected such that movement is coordinated.

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