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Hands-free lifting and carrying apparatus

US8066161B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 13, 2007
Grant dateNov 29, 2011
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 3, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G7/12
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A hands-free rescue/carrying apparatus includes at least one body-worn garment having a front facing side and a rear facing side, and at least one adjustable lift mechanism attached to the at least one body-worn garment. The at least one lift mechanism is attachable to an article to be supported and is designed to provide a substantial mechanical advantage as to the weight of the article, when employed. Advantageously, the garment having the at least one lift mechanism permits selective dynamic lift capability of the article to which it is attached and secured in a substantially hands-free manner.

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