Convertible multipurpose table

Claim 1

A multiple purpose unitary convertible work table having inclinable surface portions for separately accomodating a plurality of individuals or alternatively providing a relatively large and substantially smooth work surface comprising: a table top assembly having opposed sides and opposed ends, said table top assembly consisting of a support member having corresponding opposed sides and ends for supporting all of said surface portions in a horizontal position in a single plane, said surface portions being generally disposed lengthwise along each of said opposed sides and on top of said support member in parallel planar relation and being adapted to be selectively moved from a horizontal position to an incline position, hinge means connecting the outermost lengthwise edge of each surface portion to one of the opposed sides of said support member for allowing each of said surface portions to be pivotally moved from a horizontal position to an incline position, incline support means associated with each of said surface portions for holding said surface portion in an incline position when moved thereto, and a surface member connected to said support member and fitting between and immediately adjacent said surface portions when said surface portions are disposed in said horizontal position to form a substantially smooth work surface; table support means for supporting said table top assembly in a substantially horizontal position; and a base member having connecting means for connecting said table top assembly to said table support means.