Beds – Adjustable height
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-10
2006-01-10
Safavi, Michael (Department: 3673)
Beds
Adjustable height
C005S611000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06983495
ABSTRACT:
An adjustable bed includes a universal, or interchangeable, bed end that can be used at either end of the bed and that can be connected with a motor drive assembly. The bed end may include a manual crank that is removably attached to the bed end. The bed end may include an elevating mechanism that includes a cross-beam or similar structure for transmitting motive force between fixed and movable portions of the bed end. The bed end may also include a new slip nut for transmitting motive force from a lead screw. The bed may further include a reversible corner plate for allowing the bed end to be used facing in either direction. The bed end may also include a plastic cover that is washable and scratch resistant.
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Goertzen Gerold
Loewenthal Howard
Puckett Robert
Snyder Steven
Spriegel Andrew
Calfee Halter & Griswold LLP
Conley Fredrick
Invacare Corporation
Safavi Michael
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