Methods and apparatus for an aircraft lavoratory
US7866603B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A handicapped-accessible aircraft lavatory includes a wheelchair region, a toilet assembly adjacent to and oriented at a non-zero angle with respect to the wheelchair region, and a sink assembly adjacent to the toilet assembly. The sink assembly includes a basin positioned at a predetermined height and a predetermined lateral distance with respect to the toilet seat, wherein the predetermined height and the predetermined distance are selected such that the sink assembly is within arms-reach of a passenger (e.g., a 95th percentile male passenger) sitting on the toilet seat. Additional amenities such as mirrors, toilet paper, tissues, and the like may also be similarly positioned.
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