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Backrest angle adjustment system on a seat for a physically disabled person

US9707139B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2014
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G5/125
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention relates to a seat, backrest, lateral support bracket, and footrest that are able to be adapted to suit the needs of a physically disabled user. In general, the seat comprises a base frame, a seat base that is supported by the base frame, and a backrest. The backrest may be adapted to tilt with respect to the seat base and comprises a backrest angle adjustment system including a vertically extending angle adjustment slot located centrally on the backrest support and a pair of links pivotally attached to the seat frame and the angle adjuster wherein the angle adjuster comprises a lock with a projection through the angle adjustment slot and a fastener that engages with the projection.

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