Storage device with pivot arm
US8061789B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B61/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A storage device. The storage device has at least one pivot arm that is pivotally mounted to a support frame. A storage rod is attached to the pivot arm(s). The pivot arm(s) control the movement of the storage rod between a conveniently accessible lower use position and an upper storage position. In a preferred embodiment the storage device is mounted inside a closet and is used in conjunction with storage drawers that rest on the floor. Also, in a preferred embodiment a linear actuator is connected to the pivot arm and controls the pivoting of the pivot arm.
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