Zero-wall clearance linkage mechanism for providing additional layout
US9386857B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 28, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47C7/24
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A seating unit that includes a linkage mechanism adapted to adjust between closed, extended, and reclined positions is provided. The linkage mechanism includes a seat-mounting plate mounted to a footrest assembly, a back-mounting link and a rear bellcrank both rotatably coupled to the seat-mounting plate, an activator bar that controls a footrest drive link, and a linear actuator for carrying out automated adjustment of the linkage assembly. In operation, a stroke in a first phase of the linear actuator generates a torque on the activator bar. The footrest drive link converts the torque into a laterally-directed force that pushes the footrest assembly into the extended position. A stroke in the second phase acts to push the activator bar forward and translate the seat-mounting plate forward at a consistent inclination angle. The forward translation causes the rear bellcrank to rotate, thereby biasing the back-mounting link rearward into the reclined position.
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