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Tiltable space saving table

a space-saving table and tilting technology, applied in the field of tables, can solve the problems of cumbersome poker tables, bulky and immobile, prone to damage, etc., and achieve the effect of saving space, preventing damage thereto, and being easily moved and stored

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-06-26
GARDNER RICHARD J
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"The present invention is a table that can be tilted from a horizontal to a vertical position when not in use. The table can also have a hinge on the bottom surface for hanging folding chairs on when tilted. The table has wheeled support members for easy movement across the floor and is easily moved and stored when not in use to prevent damage."

Problems solved by technology

However, similar to kitchen or dining room tables, most poker tables are cumbersome, bulky and immobile.
Existing portable tables typically offer folding legs having flimsy designs that make them prone to damage.

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, particularly, when such description is taken in conjunction with the attached drawing figures and with the appended claims.

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[0011]FIG. 1 is a front view of a poker table in a tilted position showing a number of drink holders according to a presently preferred embodiment of the invention;

[0012]FIG. 2 is a rear view of the poker table illustrated in FIG. 1 showing two inverted T-shaped wheeled support means, means for tilting the poker table and chair cradle hanging means in their collapsed position;

[0013]FIG. 3 is a rear view of the poker table illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2 showing the chair cradles in their extended position with folding chairs hanging thereon;

[0014]FIG. 4 is a side view of one embodiment of a chair cradle according to the present invention wherein a top portion of the cradle is substantially flat;

[0015]FIG. 5 is a side view of another embodiment of a chair cradle according to the present invention wherein the top portion of the crad...

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Abstract

A table that includes a tabletop, having a predetermined configuration, and a mechanism disposed on a bottom surface of the tabletop for tilting it about 90° from a substantially horizontal position to a substantially vertical position. There is at least one support member engageable with the tilting mechanism that holds the tabletop a predetermined height above ground level. There are also a pre-selected number of hanger members disposed on the bottom surface of the tabletop for holding a pre-selected number of folding chairs thereon.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is closely related to and claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 867,891 filed on Nov. 30, 2006.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates, in general, to tables that can tilt or fold up when not in use and, more particularly, the invention relates to a table that when not in use can tilt and hold a number of folding chairs thereon.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Poker has grown to become a popular pastime in recent years. Some poker tournaments are even televised now adding to its popularity. Many friends gather on a designated night called ‘poker night’ to play. Even bars and restaurants have begun implementing organized tournaments, as well.[0004]However, similar to kitchen or dining room tables, most poker tables are cumbersome, bulky and immobile. They take up much of the available space in a living room, family room or garage. Existing portable tables typically offer fold...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47F5/12
CPCA47B3/08A47B13/16A47B13/023A47B2200/11
Inventor GARDNER, RICHARD J.
Owner GARDNER RICHARD J