Wheelchair backrest assembly
US9271885B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 21, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2203/74
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A backrest assembly for a wheelchair includes a support plate pivotally connected to a seat, wherein the support plate is configured to be pivotally adjusted between upright and reclined positions with respect to the seat; a slide plate slidably secured on a front surface of the support plate; and a backrest adjustment assembly operatively connected to the support plate and the slide plate. The backrest adjustment assembly includes a link configured to adjust the support plate. The slide plate slides over the support plate through the link.
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