US4264102A
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Chaise lounge
Assignee: Cardinal American Corp
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Filing: 1979-01-05
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Granted: 1981-04-28
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Expires: 1999-01-05
Abstract
Abstract A chaise lounge is disclosed of lightweight durable construction, consisting of a minimum number of parts of readily available materials, which can be assembled without the aid of tools other than conventional ones. The parts can be packaged in a relatively small space for shipping purposes. The chaise lounge has incorporated therein novel or unique means for adjusting the inclination of the back thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 Joseph W. Sroub
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 19:58
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C1/00; A47C1/14; A47C1/143; A47C1/02; A47C1/022; A47C1/024; A47C1/026
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
167 words
In a chaise lounge of the character described, a seat frame comprising a pair of transversely-spaced tubular seat members, each bent to provide a downwardly inclined forward portion, a downwardly inclined intermediateportion, and a downwardly inclined leg portion disposed rearwardly of said intermediate portion, tubular front legs removably secured to said downwardly inclined forward portions of said members and having downwardly extending floor engaging portions, rear support wheels disposed adjacent the rear ends of said downwardly inclined leg portions, an axle interconnecting said support wheels, said leg portions being pivotally secured to said axle, a back comprising a pair of transversely-spaced straight tubular members secured to said tubular seat members and adapted to be adjusted to a plurality of inclined positions relatively to said seat members, and means for supporting said back in a plurality of inclined positions, said means comprising an inverted U-shaped frame pivotally connected to said axle, said straight tubular members being provided with longitudinally-spaced hooks adapted to be engaged by said U-shaped frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
167 words
In a chaise lounge of the character described, a seat frame comprising a pair of transversely-spaced tubular seat members, each bent to provide a downwardly inclined forward portion, a downwardly inclined intermediateportion, and a downwardly inclined leg portion disposed rearwardly of said intermediate portion, tubular front legs removably secured to said downwardly inclined forward portions of said members and having downwardly extending floor engaging portions, rear support wheels disposed adjacent the rear ends of said downwardly inclined leg portions, an axle interconnecting said support wheels, said leg portions being pivotally secured to said axle, a back comprising a pair of transversely-spaced straight tubular members secured to said tubular seat members and adapted to be adjusted to a plurality of inclined positions relatively to said seat members, and means for supporting said back in a plurality of inclined positions, said means comprising an inverted U-shaped frame pivotally connected to said axle, said straight tubular members being provided with longitudinally-spaced hooks adapted to be engaged by said U-shaped frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
A chaise lounge, as defined in claim 1, including longitudinally-spaced, transversely-extending slats supported by and secured to said downwardly inclined forward portion and downwardly inclined intermediate portion of said seat frame, and said back.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
31 words
A chaise lounge, as defined in claim 2, wherein said hooks are secured to said straight tubular members by the same means which secures said slats to said straight tubular members.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
98 words
In a chaise lounge of the character described, a seat frame comprising a pair of transversely-spaced tubular seat members, each having a downwardly inclined rear leg portion, rear support wheels disposed adjacent the rear ends of said leg portions, an axle interconnecting said support wheels, said leg portions being pivotally secured to said axle, a back pivotally secured to said tubular seat members, and means for supporting said back in a plurality of inclined positions, said means comprising an inverted U-shaped frame, the arms of which extend angularly to said back and are pivotally secured to said axle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
98 words
In a chaise lounge of the character described, a seat frame comprising a pair of transversely-spaced tubular seat members, each having a downwardly inclined rear leg portion, rear support wheels disposed adjacent the rear ends of said leg portions, an axle interconnecting said support wheels, said leg portions being pivotally secured to said axle, a back pivotally secured to said tubular seat members, and means for supporting said back in a plurality of inclined positions, said means comprising an inverted U-shaped frame, the arms of which extend angularly to said back and are pivotally secured to said axle.
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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) | 1984-04-27 | 1984-10-27 | 1985-04-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-04-27 | 1988-10-27 | 1989-04-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-04-27 | 1992-10-27 | 1993-04-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |