US3856346A
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Reclining chair
Assignee: HERMAN KULO AND MODELL
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Filing: 1972-12-11
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Granted: 1974-12-24
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Expires: 1992-12-11
Abstract
Abstract A reclining chair which includes a concealable headrest and extensible footrest is disclosed. The lower end of the backrest of the chair, when moved into a reclining chair, moves forward on rollers which engage curved guide slots. Thus, the chair reclines without extending as far backwards beyond its base as other reclining chairs.
Inventors
- 👤 M Herman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 15:29
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C1/00; A47C1/02; A47C1/031; A47C1/036; A47C1/037; A47C1/034; A47C1/0342; A47C1/0347
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
175 words
A reclining chair comprising: a base which includes a pair of spaced-apart parallel guide slots each having a generally curved shape; a backrest frame having an upper portion for receiving a cushion and a lower portion which includes a pair of spaced-apart parallel shoes; connector means for movably coupling said shoes to said guide slots such that the movement of said shoes is restricted by said guide slots; a pair of seat links for receiving a seat, each pivotally coupled at one end to one of said shoes; seat support link means, pivotally coupled to said seat links for providing support to said seat links; a headrest; a first and a second connector links for pivotally coupling said headrest to said backrest frame, said second connector link being pivotally coupled to at least one of said shoes and to said base so that downward movement of said shoes is translated into upward movement of said backrest; whereby as said chair is reclined said connector means advance within said guide slots and said backrest is raised.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
175 words
A reclining chair comprising: a base which includes a pair of spaced-apart parallel guide slots each having a generally curved shape; a backrest frame having an upper portion for receiving a cushion and a lower portion which includes a pair of spaced-apart parallel shoes; connector means for movably coupling said shoes to said guide slots such that the movement of said shoes is restricted by said guide slots; a pair of seat links for receiving a seat, each pivotally coupled at one end to one of said shoes; seat support link means, pivotally coupled to said seat links for providing support to said seat links; a headrest; a first and a second connector links for pivotally coupling said headrest to said backrest frame, said second connector link being pivotally coupled to at least one of said shoes and to said base so that downward movement of said shoes is translated into upward movement of said backrest; whereby as said chair is reclined said connector means advance within said guide slots and said backrest is raised.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The chair defined in claim 1 including a footrest mounted on a linkage assembly, said assembly coupling said footrest to said base.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The chair defined in claim 2 wherein said connector means includes a plurality of rollers.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
37 words
The reclining chair defined in claim 1 including a headrest cover for covering said headrest, said headrest cover being coupled to said backrest frame such that when said headrest is raised said headrest cover uncovers said headrest.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-12-23 | 1978-06-24 | 1978-12-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-23 | 1982-06-24 | 1982-12-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-23 | 1986-06-24 | 1986-12-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |