Seat cushion extension apparatus
US9821682B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/02246
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat cushion extension apparatus comprises a slide rail disposed on a lower side of a cushion frame; an extension panel coupled to a front end of the slide rail and disposed on a front side of the cushion frame; an extension motor having a lead screw, disposed on the lower side of the cushion frame; a first hinge bracket coupled to the end of the slide rail and disposed at a rear upper side of the extension panel; and a second hinge bracket coupled to the end of the lead screw and disposed at a rear lower side of the extension panel, wherein the extension panel is configured to slide forward along the slide rail and to extend forward while rotating in a front upper direction through actuation of the lead screw driven by the extension motor.
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