Tension mechanism for a weight-responsive chair
US8272693B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 25, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47C1/03272
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A weight-responsive chair is provided which has a weight-activated mechanism that resists rearward tilting of a chair back upright while also effecting lifting of a rear portion of the seat to counteract the rearward tilt forces. The weight-activated mechanism includes a spring package connected between the chair frame and back upright which provides for ready mounting of same to the chair frame. Further, the rear seat portion is connected in lifting engagement with the upright but also includes independent suspension for the center of the rear seat portion to allow for independent movement and flexing thereof to improve comfort for the chair occupant.
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