US4311337A
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Combination furniture
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-06-04
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Granted: 1982-01-19
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Expires: 1999-06-04
Abstract
Abstract Collapsible combination furniture, which has a rigid basic framework consisting of several frame-like vertical side sections 1 and two cross-ties 2 parallel to each other, these cross-ties being inserted between the front and back supports 1a of two side sections and being detachably connected to the supports. Between the side sections 1 there can be inserted, according to choice, a table top, and/or a folding one-seater or several-seater bench seat consisting of a seat section and back section, these being attached to the side sections in a detachable and pivoting manner. The combination furniture is provided with wheels and handles and can be easily moved.
Inventors
- 👤 Oswald Brunn
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 03:54
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B83/00; A47B83/02; A47C; A47C1/00; A47C1/12; A47C1/124; A47C13/00; A47C13/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
240 words
Combination furniture comprising: vertical frame-like side sections (1) of similar construction, each having a front leg and a back leg, an upper horizontal strut (14) defining an arm rest and a lower horizontal strut (11), each of which struts are connected to the front leg and back leg; cross ties (2) each inserted between a pair of front legs and a pair of back legs; connections between said cross ties (2) and said legs comprising plugs (10) engaging bore holes in said legs and a securing bolt means (8) clamping the cross ties to the legs; a folding seat including a seat section (3a) and a back section (3b), that can be inserted between the two side sections above said cross ties; a hinge (21) connecting the seat section and the back section adjacent each side thereof, said hinges (21) having laterally protruding pivot pins (23), wherein said side sections have recesses (12) in the top of each lower horizontal strut (11) for receiving said laterally protruding pivot pins, and means (16, 35, 37) adjustably securing the seat section and the back section to the side sections at locations on the seat section and back section remote from said hinges (21); and a further furniture module secured to at least one other side of said side sections using further cross ties that are secured to said side sections in the same manner as said cross ties inserted between said legs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
240 words
Combination furniture comprising: vertical frame-like side sections (1) of similar construction, each having a front leg and a back leg, an upper horizontal strut (14) defining an arm rest and a lower horizontal strut (11), each of which struts are connected to the front leg and back leg; cross ties (2) each inserted between a pair of front legs and a pair of back legs; connections between said cross ties (2) and said legs comprising plugs (10) engaging bore holes in said legs and a securing bolt means (8) clamping the cross ties to the legs; a folding seat including a seat section (3a) and a back section (3b), that can be inserted between the two side sections above said cross ties; a hinge (21) connecting the seat section and the back section adjacent each side thereof, said hinges (21) having laterally protruding pivot pins (23), wherein said side sections have recesses (12) in the top of each lower horizontal strut (11) for receiving said laterally protruding pivot pins, and means (16, 35, 37) adjustably securing the seat section and the back section to the side sections at locations on the seat section and back section remote from said hinges (21); and a further furniture module secured to at least one other side of said side sections using further cross ties that are secured to said side sections in the same manner as said cross ties inserted between said legs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
77 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein each cross tie consists of two struts positioned one above the other and connected with each other by means of a cross piece, said cross tie having a pair of plugs engaging bore holes in said legs and wherein the cross piece is formed with a bore hole between said pair of plugs in alignment with a bore hole in the abutting leg for receiving a securing bolt means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein the axis of said pivot pins is located in the region of the upper side of the seat section and back section.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein said seat section and back section of said folding seat is adjustably attached to said side sections by cables.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein the further furniture module includes a further folding seat of a construction similar to that of claim 1.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein the further furniture module includes a table.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
The combination furniture according to claim 6 including at least four horizontally spaced side sections and containing a pair of folding seats with a table top positioned between them.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
26 words
The combination furniture according to claim 6 wherein said table is one of square, rectangular, triangular, or trapezoidal and the adjacent side sections are correspondingly angled.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination furniture according to claim 1 wherein said furniture has wheels provided at one end thereof and handles at the other.
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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) | 1985-01-18 | 1985-07-20 | 1986-01-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-01-18 | 1989-07-20 | 1990-01-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-01-18 | 1993-07-20 | 1994-01-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |