Seating apparatus with reclining movement

Details Seating apparatus with reclining movement Seating apparatus with reclining movement

2006-06-20

2011-11-22

Dunn, David (Department: 3636)

Chairs and seats

Back movement resiliently opposed in operating position

Back and seat adjust simultaneously

C297S300200

Reexamination Certificate

active

08061775

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides a seating apparatus having a reclining movement with a corresponding seat lift movement. The apparatus further provides a seating support surface having increased comfort comprising a shaped diaphragm with a series of calculated openings provided throughout.

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