Horizontally supported planar surfaces – Plural related horizontal surfaces – Coplanar extension surface
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-17
2008-12-16
Chen, José V (Department: 3637)
Horizontally supported planar surfaces
Plural related horizontal surfaces
Coplanar extension surface
C108S067000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07464653
ABSTRACT:
A table comprises a table base having a table top, horizontally-fixed sections positioned atop the table base, and a plurality of self-storing expansion leaves that have at least a first length and a second length. The expansion leaves have a first length when stored within the table base and a second length when placed between the fixed sections. Double pivoting hinges connect the expansion leaves to the table base.
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Chen José V
Hicks, Esq. Jack B.
Statecraft International Inc.
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice PLLC
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