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Multi-functional child carrier device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1991-07-31
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Granted: 1993-07-27
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Expires: 2011-07-31
Abstract
Abstract A multi-functional child carrier device including a base having a detachable seat, the backrest portion detachably connectable to the base and slots formed within both the back-rest and the base to allow the unit to serve as a child safety seat or as an infant carrier seat utilizing only the backrest. The device includes elevation supports secured and retractable within the base for supporting the base in an elevated position so that the device may function as a child's chair. Wheels are attachable to the elevation supports so that the device may function as a stroller. Extension members may be attached to the retractable legs for further elevation of the device, thereby allowing the device to function as a high chair. Upon removing the backrest portion, and inserting the appropriate seats on the base, the device may function as either a potty-chair or a walker. In addition, the base is configured in such a manner that if inverted, the unit may function as a rocking chair for a small child. Alternatively, the unit may function as a rocking chair in its upright position. In addition, the base may function as a booster seat for an older child, while the base is detached from the backrest position.
Inventors
- 👤 James E. Wilhelm
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 17:17
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62B; B62B7/00; B62B7/04; B62B7/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
195 words
A multi-functional child carrier unit comprising: a base including a detachable seat; a backrest portion detachably connected to said base so that said backrest portion may function as a portable infant carrier; first mounting means for mounting the unit to a seat of a motor vehicle; and an elevation support secured within said base for supporting said base in an elevated position, sufficient to permit the unit to function as an elevated chair; said elevation support including pivot means for pivoting said support sufficiently to allow said support to be retractable into said base so that the unit may function as a child safety seat while said support is in a retracted position; said backrest portion including second mounting means for mounting said backrest portion to the seat of the motor vehicle, wherein said base is inverted while said backrest portion is detached from said base so that a bottom portion of said base is upright, wherein a bottom surface is added to said bottom portion and an auxiliary backrest/handle assembly is attached to said bottom surface, said base being supported on an arcuate member so that the unit may function as a rocking chair.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
195 words
A multi-functional child carrier unit comprising: a base including a detachable seat; a backrest portion detachably connected to said base so that said backrest portion may function as a portable infant carrier; first mounting means for mounting the unit to a seat of a motor vehicle; and an elevation support secured within said base for supporting said base in an elevated position, sufficient to permit the unit to function as an elevated chair; said elevation support including pivot means for pivoting said support sufficiently to allow said support to be retractable into said base so that the unit may function as a child safety seat while said support is in a retracted position; said backrest portion including second mounting means for mounting said backrest portion to the seat of the motor vehicle, wherein said base is inverted while said backrest portion is detached from said base so that a bottom portion of said base is upright, wherein a bottom surface is added to said bottom portion and an auxiliary backrest/handle assembly is attached to said bottom surface, said base being supported on an arcuate member so that the unit may function as a rocking chair.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
139 words
A multi-functional child carrier unit comprising: a base including a bottom portion and a top portion having an arcuate member, said base including a detachable seat; a backrest portion detachably connected to said base so that said backrest portion may function as a portable infant carrier; and means for mounting the unit to a seat of a motor vehicle so that the unit may function as a child safety seat; said base having an opening therein, wherein said base is inverted while said backrest portion is detached from said base so that said bottom portion of said base is upright, wherein a bottom surface is added to said bottom portion and an auxiliary backrest/handle assembly is attached to said bottom surface, said base being supported on said arcuate member so that the unit may function as a rocking chair.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
139 words
A multi-functional child carrier unit comprising: a base including a bottom portion and a top portion having an arcuate member, said base including a detachable seat; a backrest portion detachably connected to said base so that said backrest portion may function as a portable infant carrier; and means for mounting the unit to a seat of a motor vehicle so that the unit may function as a child safety seat; said base having an opening therein, wherein said base is inverted while said backrest portion is detached from said base so that said bottom portion of said base is upright, wherein a bottom surface is added to said bottom portion and an auxiliary backrest/handle assembly is attached to said bottom surface, said base being supported on said arcuate member so that the unit may function as a rocking chair.
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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) | 1996-07-26 | 1997-01-25 | 1997-07-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2000-07-26 | 2001-01-25 | 2001-07-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2004-07-26 | 2005-01-25 | 2005-07-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |