Support assembly and corresponding seat structure
US7841662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 7, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/02253
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A support assembly having a first support region with adjustable degree of support and a second support region with adjustable degree of support for use in a seat structure is provided. The support assembly comprises a support member for incorporation into a seat frame, a first adjustment arrangement for adjusting the degree of support in the first support region, and a second adjustment arrangement for adjusting the degree of support in the second support region. The support assembly further comprises an actuator coupled to the first adjustment arrangement and to the second adjustment arrangement), the actuator being configured to simultaneously act on the first adjustment arrangement and on the second adjustment arrangement in opposite directions.
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