Steerable and convertible running stroller
US7699325B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 7, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B7/044
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steerable stroller including a rear frame assembly supporting two rear wheels and a front frame assembly, which may take the form of a boom or other frame work, pivotally coupled with the rear frame assembly and supporting a front wheel. A centering mechanism is provided that elastically couples the front frame assembly with the rear frame assembly so that the boom and front wheel are normally in a straight orientation with respect to the rear wheels, and when a user imparts a turning force the centering mechanism acts to return the boom and front wheel to the straight orientation when the force is reduced or removed. It is also possible to include a pivoting front wheel in conjunction with or separate from the pivoting boom, with pivoting wheel also including a centering mechanism. Finally, the steerable running stroller may include a removable seat assembly.
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