US3738699A
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Modular camping unit for vehicles
Assignee: COMING ENTERPRISES
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Filing: 1971-07-23
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Granted: 1973-06-12
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Expires: 1991-07-23
Abstract
Abstract A modular multipurpose camping unit permits conversion of a conventional truck type vehicle into a camper vehicle. A planar base member is adapted to be disposed on the floor of the vehicle and has rigidly secured thereto support structure which rises above the base member to present a seat. The structure is formed in a U-shaped configuration with a pair of opposed legs and an interconnecting bight portion. In the cutaway section between the legs a planar component is disposed which can either be placed in raised relationship to the seat to present a table or moved into planar alignment with the seat whereby to cooperate with the latter and present a platform surface. The surface is covered with a cushion material which serves as a bed or as a play area for children.
Inventors
- 👤 R Fain
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 11:24
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P3/00; B60P3/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
114 words
A modular multipurpose unit for vehicles comprising: a base member adapted to be disposed on the floor of a vehicle; support structure disposed in a U-shaped configuration on said base member to present a seat, said structure comprising a pair of opposed legs, a bight portion, and a cutaway area between said legs; and a planar component disposed in said section and adapted to be supported in raised relationship to said seat to present a table, said component being complemental in configuration to the configuration of said cutaway area and substantially coextensive with said area, said component further being movable into a lowered position to cooperate with said seat and present a platform surface.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
114 words
A modular multipurpose unit for vehicles comprising: a base member adapted to be disposed on the floor of a vehicle; support structure disposed in a U-shaped configuration on said base member to present a seat, said structure comprising a pair of opposed legs, a bight portion, and a cutaway area between said legs; and a planar component disposed in said section and adapted to be supported in raised relationship to said seat to present a table, said component being complemental in configuration to the configuration of said cutaway area and substantially coextensive with said area, said component further being movable into a lowered position to cooperate with said seat and present a platform surface.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein said structure includes a retaining edge surrounding said seat to present a well for holding in place a cushion disposed on the seat.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein is included means for supporting said component in planar alignment with said seat.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The invention of claim 3, wherein said support means comprises a ledge along said legs and the bight portion of the structure interconnecting said legs.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
74 words
The invention of claim 4, wherein is included cushion means overlying said platform, said cushion means comprising a first cushion portion extending over said seat and received in said well, and a second cushion portion extending over said component, said second portion comprising a plurality of cushion sections adapted to be removed from said component when the latter is in said raised position and utilized as back cushions by persons sitting on said seat.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
40 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein said structure is presented by a hollow polygonal body, said body having a movable section to allow access to the interior of the body whereby the latter can be utilized as a storage compartment.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
68 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein is included an elongated element for supporting said component in said raised position, and first and second couplings secured to said component and said member respectively for releasably receiving the ends of said element when the latter is in its component-supporting position, said element being removable from said couplings to allow said component to be moved into planar alignment with said seat.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
27 words
The invention of claim 7, wherein is included a handle on opposite sides of said structure to facilitate movement of the unit in and out of vehicles.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US3165350A
Cited
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-06-11 | 1976-12-11 | 1977-06-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-06-11 | 1980-12-11 | 1981-06-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-06-11 | 1984-12-11 | 1985-06-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |