Chair rest assembly and method of operation of such rest assembly

The chair rest assembly simplifies operation by using a positioning base unit and elastic support arms for easy attachment and detachment, addressing the complexity of existing mechanisms.

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Patent Information

Application Number
JP2024575100
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2022-07-08
Filing Date
2022-11-23
Publication Date
2026-07-13
Estimated Expiration
2042-11-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing chair rest assemblies with complex rotation mechanisms are difficult to operate and time-consuming to attach and detach due to their numerous internal parts.

Method used

A chair rest assembly with a simplified rotating mechanism featuring a positioning base unit, support arms with elastic engaging portions, and a receiving compartment that allows for easy attachment and detachment using a one-hand operation.

Benefits of technology

Facilitates quick and effortless transition between mounted/unmounted, active, and passive positions, reducing operational complexity and time required for assembly and disassembly.

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Abstract

A rest assembly (1) for a chair (2) having a seat portion (3). This rest assembly (1) comprises a positioning base unit (4) adapted to be disposed on the chair (2), a rest portion (5), and a support member (6). The positioning base unit (4) comprises an upper portion and first and second side walls disposed to face each other, and a receiving compartment is provided between these side walls.
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