Mobile chair apparatus comprising foot pedals
US9757289B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 26, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G5/125
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A mobile chair apparatus is described that comprises a drive assembly that preferably includes one or more moveable foot pedals, and drive wheels which rotate in response to rotation of the foot pedals by the mobile chair occupant, and a steering assembly which comprises two steering wheels and two armrests, wherein movement of just one armrest will translate into movement of both steering wheels, and wherein the drive assembly and the steering assembly concurrently enable the mobile chair occupant to propel and steer the mobile chair apparatus without assistance from another person.
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