Adjustable rotary shelf assembly for a corner cabinet and method of use
US9936805B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47F5/02
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A vertically adjustable rotary shelf assembly for use within a corner cabinet is provided. The shelf assembly includes an inner pole telescopically engaged with an outer pole. Disc shaped shelves are adjustably attached. A first height adjustment assembly provides a “macro” adjustment between the inner pole and the outer pole. A second height adjustment assembly provides a “micro” adjustment. The second height adjustment provides a shaft having a threaded section, a thumbwheel threadably engaged with the threaded section, and a two lobed cam. Rotation of the thumbwheel adjusts the vertical position of the outer pole, the shelves, and an attached cabinet face to align the cabinet face with the adjacent cabinets. A flexible cam follower is provided. The flexible cam follower engages the two lobed cam to bias the cabinet face in a “home” position.
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