Gripping mat
US8251340B2 · kind B2 · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J47/16
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A mat having a resiliently deformable mat portion and a securing element provided thereon for securing an item attached thereto against movement and relative to the mat portion is provided. The mat is arranged to grip a support surface on which the mat portion is laid, in use, by formation of at least a partial vacuum between the mat portion and the support surface upon deformation of the mat portion. The mat comprises a projection arranged to urge the item away from the mat when held by the mat, thereby to create a deformation in the mat portion.
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