Modular seat back assembly
US7377586B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 19, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2205/35
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular seat back assembly includes first and second seat backs adjacent each other. The seat backs are selectively positionable relative to each other in a first and a second seating arrangement. A coupling member extends from the first seat back to the second seat back and is mounted to the first and second seat backs. The first and second seat backs each present one of a first pair of coupling bases and one of a second pair of coupling bases. The first pair is configured such that the coupling member is mountable to both of the first pair in the first seating arrangement. The second pair is configured such that the coupling member is mountable to both of the second pair in the second seating arrangement. The configuration of the first and second pair of coupling bases enables interchangeability of the seat backs in a cross-vehicle direction.
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