Adjustable seat cushion thigh support system and method

Details Adjustable seat cushion thigh support system and method Adjustable seat cushion thigh support system and method

2007-03-20

2007-03-20

White, Rodney B. (Department: 3636)

Chairs and seats

Bottom or back with means to alter contour

Located at the front of the seat bottom

C297S284900, C297S330000, C297S216100, C297S216140, C297S216150

Reexamination Certificate

active

10947828

ABSTRACT:
An adjustable seat cushion thigh support system10for the use of a seat and method for providing same. The seat has a cushion pan12that is fixed in relation to a vehicle. A pair of side rails14and a rear cross member16form the fixed cushion pan12. The thigh support system10has fixed anchor brackets18that extend inwardly from side rails14. Slider brackets20are adapted to move forwardly and rearwardly in relation to the anchor brackets18. A cushion ramp22is supported by the slider brackets20so as to permit forward and rearward motion of the cushion ramp22when the slider brackets20move in relation to the cushion pan12. The cushion ramp22underlies the seat cushion thigh support.

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