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Seat provided with a pivoting display screen

US8267472B2 · kind B2 · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 7, 2008
Grant dateSep 18, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2011/0089
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The general field of the invention is that of seats comprising foldaway trays. More precisely, the seat according to the invention is specifically adapted in order to fold away large-dimension screens. It comprises at least one armrest and a foldaway display screen. The screen comprises an articulated supporting arm mounted on a movable carriage and the armrest comprises a circularly arcuate rail, the top end of the rail being substantially vertical and the bottom portion substantially horizontal, the carriage being secured to said rail and being able to move in translation between a first bottom position for stowage of the screen and a second top position of the screen. The screen may also comprise a cover so that it can be used as a tray.

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