Chairs and seats – Body or occupant restraint or confinement – Front guard or barrier
Patent
1994-04-15
1996-06-25
Cuomo, Peter M.
Chairs and seats
Body or occupant restraint or confinement
Front guard or barrier
297488, 297486, 280748, A47C 3112, A47D 1500, B60R 2200
Patent
active
055293824
ABSTRACT:
An over-the-shoulder passenger restraint system that operates in three modes and permits fine adjustments of two pairs of pivoting elements, one pair located behind and above the passenger's shoulders, the second pair located in front of the passenger is described. Fine adjustments permit the securing of guests of varying sizes, from small children to tall or overweight adults. The restraint fits each person snugly, thus minimizing potential of injuries while also not blocking the view of a show or scenery around which a ride is themed. The restraint system is also very safe; when passengers are boarding the ride, the restraint cannot be moved, making it useful for balance. After passengers are seated, the restraint can only be pulled downward toward the passenger. During the ride, the restraint is locked and cannot move up or down. When passengers are exiting the ride, the restraint can only be moved upward and away from the passenger. The new restraint system has two pairs of pivoting points that allow a close fit of both the upper and lower restraint elements. This configuration allows the upper element to rest on the passenger's shoulder, thus providing the passenger a clear view and not presenting a head impact surface during lateral shaking of the vehicle. The lower elements rests against the passenger's abdomen, thus preventing longitudinal movement of the passenger's lower torso, keeping the passenger in the proper position.
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Cuomo Peter M.
The Walt Disney Company
White Rodney B.
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