A stroller with a braking mechanism that automatically configures itself in a braking position provides protection against the unattended stroller from rolling away. By applying force to a handle, the braking mechanism is released and the stroller is able to be pushed as usual. The handle and braking mechanism are biased in the braking position by a spring located near the rear wheels. The braking mechanism applies sufficient frictional force against the tire of the wheel to prevent the wheel from rolling.
Joseph Lawlor - Medina OH, US James Geeslin - Seville OH, US David Campbell - Westfield Center OH, US
International Classification:
A47D 7/00 A47D 13/06 A47D 15/00
US Classification:
005093100, 005905000
Abstract:
An infant evacuation crib is provided including a crib frame, a mattress support, and a visual identifier generating a locating signal visible to humans for locating the crib in a diminished light environment. The mattress support connects with the crib frame and is adapted to support an associated mattress relative to the crib frame. Wheels are selectively provided as desired for adapting the frame for rolling along an associated support surface. The crib may be of a wood or steel construction or of a fabric and mesh construction. The visual identifier is formed of a photoluminescent material or a highly reflective material applied to a first portion of the crib frame. The photoluminescent material glows in the dark to enable rescuers to quickly locate the crib in an emergency situation. The reflective material reflects light directed onto the crib from rescue searchlights or the like. In one aspect, the visual identifier includes printed indicia including instructions and other useful information.
David Campbell - Westfield Center OH, US Corey Campbell - Wadsworth OH, US James Geeslin - Rock Hill SC, US
International Classification:
A47D 7/00
US Classification:
005099100
Abstract:
A folding headboard collapsible crib is provided including front and rear walls and collapsible left and right end walls. Safety hinge mechanisms are provided at the left and right end wall portions of the crib and a stop block system on the mattress support to eliminate pinch points and snag points at the foldable headboard and/or footboard locations. A mattress support platform is hingedly connected to a rear wall of the crib and is supported substantially around its entire periphery for enhanced maximum load bearing capacity. A strangulation proof strap system is carried on the mattress support platform for holding the crib in a collapsed configuration when not in use.
A stroller with a braking mechanism that automatically configures itself in a braking position provides protection against the unattended stroller from rolling away. By applying force to a handle, the braking mechanism is released and the stroller is able to be pushed as usual. The handle and braking mechanism are biased in the braking position by a spring located near the rear wheels. The braking mechanism applies sufficient frictional force against the tire of the wheel to prevent the wheel from rolling.