Hands-free lifting and carrying apparatus
US8066161B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 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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