Support and method of using the same

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2007-09-25

2007-09-25

Santos, Robert G. (Department: 3673)

Beds

Hammocks

Supports

C005S127000, C005S115000, C005S114000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11283875

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus or support having a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame includes a first end portion, a second end portion, a first side portion, a second side portion, and several connectors. Each of the connectors are disposable at a first position when the frame is in its expanded configuration and are disposable at a second position when the frame is in its collapsed configuration.

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International Search Report for PCT Application No. PCT/US04/11852 mailed on Nov. 29, 2006, 4 pages.

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