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Frame back retainer

US8250798B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 18, 2010
Grant dateAug 28, 2012
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Expiry dateAug 18, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47G2001/0677
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A frame back retainer for a multi-use frame includes a tab-like structure and a fastening structure. The tab-like structure defines an aperture at a first end and defines a graduated ramp portion at a second end. The tab-like structure includes at least one securing arm depending from the tab-like structure near the aperture. The fastening structure is positioned through the aperture of the tab-like structure and mounted to the multi-use frame. The fastening structure defines a raised pedestal profile from a surface of the multi-use frame for allowing rotation of the tab-like structure relative to the fastening structure. The at least one securing arm engaging an outer edge of the fastening structure to rotatably attach the fastening structure to the tab-like structure. In operation, the user rotates the tab-like structure relative to the fastening structure about an axis to engage or disengage the graduated ramp portion within the multi-use frame.

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