Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that defines a generally vertical axis of rotation. An arm extends from part of the device and is cantilevered from the axis of rotation. The arm is supported above the floor surface and has a driven end coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end. The drive system is configured to pivotally reciprocate the arm through a partial orbit around the axis of rotation. A child seat is supported on the distal end of the support arm.

Fold latch mechanism and foldable stroller

A collapsible stroller has a frame assembly that is reconfigurable between an in-use configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame assembly has a fold latch on a side of the frame assembly and has two latch parts that are pivotally coupled to one another. A plunger is slidable within a cavity in one of the latch parts and has an end extendible from the cavity. A receiver in the other of the latch parts is positioned to receive the end of the plunger in the in-use configuration. A push arm of the frame assembly has a lower end that is connected to the one latch part. The push arm extends upward and rearward to a handle of the frame assembly. A front leg of the frame assembly has a lower end and extends upward and rearward to an upper end that is connected to the other of the latch parts. A support strut of the frame assembly has an upper end that is pivotally coupled to the one latch part at a pivot defining a pivot axis. The plunger has an elongate slot that is aligned with the ...

CHILD MOTION DEVICE

A child motion device (20) has a frame assembly (22) configured to rest on a floor surface (26). The device (20) also has a drive system and a cantilevered arm (30) extending from part of the device (20). The arm (30) is supported above the floor surface (26) and has a driven end (32) coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end (32). The drive system is configured to pivotally move the arm (30) through a partial orbit around a generally vertical axis of rotation. A child seat (36) is supported on the distal end of the support arm (30). © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

Keyboard mechanism tracking system

A keyboard support mechanism is disclosed as including an improved arrangement for supporting a trolley of such mechanism for movement relative to a guide track by which the mechanism is mounted on a work station. The trolley is fitted with two pairs of rollers arranged to roll lengthwise of the guide track within a pair of edge mounted mounting channels thereof and a follower; and the guide track is fitted with guide member having a guide channel adapted to slidably receive the follower while preventing movement of the trolley transversely of the guide channel. The guide channel extends rearwardly of a front end of the guide track, whereby to cooperate with the follower to stabilize an auxiliary surface on which a keyboard is supported against undesired transverse or sidewise movement when in its extended use position, while permitting loose fitting of the trolley within the guide track during a substantial portion of its movement of the auxiliary surface to an from its rearward storage ...

Fold Latch Mechanism and Foldable Stroller

A collapsible stroller has a frame assembly that is reconfigurable between an in-use configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame assembly has a fold latch on a side of the frame assembly and has two latch parts that are pivotally coupled to one another. A plunger is slidable within a cavity in one of the latch parts and has an end extendable from the cavity. A receiver in the other of the latch parts is positioned to receive the end of the plunger in the in-use configuration. A push arm of the frame assembly has a lower end that is connected to the one latch part. The push arm extends upward and rearward to a handle of the frame assembly. A front leg of the frame assembly has a lower end and extends upward and rearward to an upper end that is connected to the other of the latch parts. A support strut of the frame assembly has an upper end that is pivotally coupled to the one latch part at a pivot defining a pivot axis. The plunger has an elongate slot that is aligned with the ...

Motor drive and user interface control for a child motion device

The present invention a motor drive and user interface control for a child motion device. The child motion device (20) includes a moto (100), a drive system (86) coupled to the motor (100) to produce movement along a motion path having reciprocating strokes, and a sensor (110) responsive to the movement to generate feedback information indicative of the movement. The child motion device (20) further includes a motor control circuit (160) coupled to the sensor (110) to determine, based on the feedback information, when to apply power to the motor (100) during each reciprocating stroke. In some cases, the feedback information is indicative of a position of the motor (100) such that the motor control circuit (160) applies the power to the motor (100) for a duration of time that begins after an end of each reciprocating stroke.

Fold Joint and Foldable Stroller

A collapsible stroller has a frame assembly that is reconfigurable between an in-use configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame assembly has a fold latch on a side of the frame assembly and has two latch parts that are pivotally coupled to one another. A push arm of the frame assembly has a lower end connected to one of the latch parts and is movable with the one latch part relative to the other latch part. The push arm extends upward and rearward to a handle of the stroller. A front leg of the frame assembly has a lower end and extends upward and rearward to an upper end. The front leg is a hollow tube and has a necked-down portion at the upper end received in the other latch part and is movable with the other latch part relative to the one latch part.

TRAVEL STROLLER FOLDING AND LATCH MECHANISM

A stroller frame having forwardly extending right and left side front supports, rearwardly extending right and left side rear supports, and upwardly extending right and left side handle supports moveable connected to permit movement of the frame between deployed and collapsed orientations, and a folding seat frame connected to the front and rear supports having right and left side fold mechanisms which are configured to lock the frame in the deployed or collapsed configurations and to selectively bias frame members toward movement towards the deployed or collapsed configurations based on frame orientation and operation of a release handle. 1. A folding mechanism for a collapsible frame comprising:a first extension member;a second extension member movably coupled to the first extension member and configured for movement in generally opposing first and second directions;a drive element disposed between the first and second extension members and configured for movement between generally opposing first and second positions;a biasing element configured to selectively urge the second extension member in the second direction relative to the first extension member; andan actuator connected to the drive element configured to permit selective movement of the drive element;the drive element being configured to prevent the biasing element from urging the second extension member in the second direction when in the second position, the drive element being configured to permit the biasing element to urge the second extension member in the second direction when in the first position.2. The folding mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the first and second extension members are pivotally coupled for movement about a pivot axis and the drive element is oriented to rotate about the pivot axis.3. The folding mechanism of claim 2 , further comprising a moveable locking mechanism operably connected to the drive element claim 2 , the locking mechanism being rotatable between generally opposing ...

Motor Drive Feedback Control for a Child Motion Device

A child motion device includes a motor, a drive system coupled to the motor to produce movement along a motion path having reciprocating strokes, and a sensor responsive to the movement to generate feedback information indicative of the movement. The child motion device further includes a motor control circuit coupled to the sensor to determine, based on the feedback information, when to apply power to the motor during each reciprocating stroke. In some cases, the feedback information is indicative of a position of the motor such that the motor control circuit applies the power to the motor for a duration of time that begins after an end of each reciprocating stroke.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly (22) configured to place on the ground. A support arm assembly (30) is coupled to part of the frame assembly (22) over the ground and extends from the suspension arm. The child support device (36) is supported by the support arm assembly (30). A bouncing mechanism of the device is used for bouncing the child support device over the ground.

Child Motion Device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. A support arm assembly is coupled to and cantilevered from part of the frame assembly above the floor surface. A child supporting device is supported by the support arm assembly. A bounce mechanism of the device is employed to reciprocally bounce the child supporting device above the floor surface.

Folding travel stroller latch and wheel positioning system

A foldable frame for a stroller having front and rear legs with wheels disposed at the ends thereof and a handle support joined at a folding mechanism. The folding mechanism synchronizes motion of the front leg and handle to collapse them adjacent to the rear leg. The mechanism also actuates a swivel mechanism on a front wheel that swivels the front wheel to a predetermined position optimized to allow the stroller to be supported by the wheels when folded.

Child Motion Device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. A support arm assembly is coupled to and cantilevered from part of the frame assembly above the floor surface. A child supporting device is supported by the support arm assembly. A bounce mechanism of the device is employed to reciprocally bounce the child supporting device above the floor surface.

Foldable stroller

A stroller having a novel frame geometry that provides a more direct structural tie between the front and the rear wheels. The two rear legs (bottom members) of the frame are disposed at a relatively small angle to the horizontal and remain close to that shallow angle as the stroller is folded, with all four wheels on the ground. The rear leg assembly is pivotally linked to the front leg assembly, so that the front leg assembly collapses onto the rear leg assembly when the stroller is folded. The front legs and the rear legs preferably have a similar profile so that they generally nest when folded. The front legs and the rear legs preferably have oval or oblong cross-sections, which enhances their vertical load strength.

Motion conversion mechanism for use with child containment structure

A motion conversion mechanism is described. The motion conversion mechanism includes a first member and an a second member. The firs member is configured to be arranged relative to the child containment structure to undergo motion in a first angular direction and in a second angular direction opposite to the first angular direction. The second member includes a rotation device that is rotatable about a rotation axis. The first and second members configured in combination to convert motion about the angular motion axis to motion of the rotation device about the rotation axis when the first member moves in at least one of the first angular direction and in the second angular direction.

Motor drive and user interface control for a child motion device

The present invention a motor drive and user interface control for a child motion device. The child motion device (20) includes a moto (100), a drive system (86) coupled to the motor (100) to produce movement along a motion path having reciprocating strokes, and a sensor (110) responsive to the movement to generate feedback information indicative of the movement. The child motion device (20) further includes a motor control circuit (160) coupled to the sensor (110) to determine, based on the feedback information, when to apply power to the motor (100) during each reciprocating stroke. In some cases, the feedback information is indicative of a position of the motor (100) such that the motor control circuit (160) applies the power to the motor (100) for a duration of time that begins after an end of each reciprocating stroke.

Child Seat Canopy Illumination and Media Projection

A juvenile product includes a seat having a seating area supported by a part of the juvenile product, a canopy positionable over at least a portion of the seating area and having an underside that faces the seating area, and a projection system carried on the juvenile product. The projection system has a projector configured to project visible stimuli either above the seating area or onto at least part of the underside of the canopy. These and other aspects of the disclosure are directed to providing a soothing and entertaining environment that may also be adjustable or customizable to address the changing interests and developmental levels of a child occupant.

Child seat canopy illumination and media projection

A juvenile product (20) includes a seat (22) having a seating area supported by a part of the juvenile product, a canopy (50, 150, 250) positionable over at least a portion of the seating area and having an underside (62) that faces the seating area, and a projection system (260) carried on the juvenile product (20). The projection system (260) has a projector (262) configured to project visible stimuli either above the seating area or onto at least part of the underside (62) of the canopy. These and other aspects of the disclosure are directed to providing a soothing and entertaining environment that may also be adjustable or customizable to address the changing interests and developmental levels of a child occupant.

Fabric fastened changing table

A changing table for a playard has a flexible platform sized to support a child and a changing table mount arranged to releasably engage the platform to the playard. The changing table mount can have a plurality of straps each having a fastener and removably received in corresponding slots of the playard. The changing table mount can comprise a zipper releasably connecting the changing table to the playard.

Motor drive and user interface control for a child motion device

The present invention discloses a child motion device includes a motor, a drive system coupled to the motor to produce movement along a motion path having reciprocating strokes, and a sensor responsive to the movement to generate feedback information indicative of the movement. The child motion device further includes a motor control circuit coupled to the sensor to determine, based on the feedback information, when to apply power to the motor during each reciprocating stroke. In some cases, the feedback information is indicative of a position of the motor such that the motor control circuit applies the power to the motor for a duration of time that begins after an end of each reciprocating stroke.

Changing table for a playard

A changing table for use with a playard includes a platform that is sized to support a child and at least one changing table mount arranged relative to the platform to releasably engage the platform to the playard. The changing table mount includes a release actuator. When the changing table is engaged with the playard, the changing table is configured to remain engaged with the playard when a force of less than or equal to 25 pounds is applied to a location on the changing table other than the release actuator.

Child Motion Device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that defines a generally vertical axis of rotation. An arm extends from part of the device and is cantilevered from the axis of rotation. The arm is supported above the floor surface and has a driven end coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end. The drive system is configured to pivotally reciprocate the arm through a partial orbit around the axis of rotation. A child seat is supported on the distal end of the support arm.

Child motion device

A child motion device includes a frame that provides a structural support relative to a reference surface and that includes an arm pivotably coupled to the structural support. A child supporting device is coupled to the arm and spaced from the reference surface by the frame. A drive system is configured to move the arm such that the child supporting device reciprocates along a motion path at a frequency within a range from about 0.37 Hz to about 0.62 Hz. In some cases, a further drive system is configured to oscillate the child supporting device generally along the axis of rotation at a frequency in a range from about 2.85 Hz to about 3.15 Hz.

Collapsible accessory platform for a child's playard

A foldable frame for supporting a bassinet for fitment on a child's playard comprising a pair of longitudinally extending upper frame rails connected at each end to a one of pair of transversely extending end members for pivotal movement about the transverse axis. A longitudinally extending lower frame rail is connected at each end to the respective end members and spaced apart from the upper frame rails. The length of the lower frame may be adjusted enabling the end members to pivot inwardly from an unfolded position toward a folded position and reduce the spacing between the upper and lower frame rails. The upper frame rails further include a wing pivot at each end member connection which are aligned to allow the upper frame rails to pivot about a longitudinal axis and reduce the frame width when the frame is folded, but do not allow pivoting when the frame is unfolded.

Quick release roller track top plate

A roller track assembly includes an outer channel member and inner channel member having rollers attached and which vertically displaces in the channel of the outer channel member in response to inflation of an inflatable air bag in the channel of the outer channel member. A top plate is quick release attached to the outer channel member by a detent arrangement and covers the outer channel member and inner channel member. The top plate has openings through which rollers rotatably secured to the inner channel member selectively protrude in response to inflation of the air bag. Sealing covers prevent debris entering top plate openings from falling into the interface regions between the inner and outer channel members.

Operational Mode Control for a Child Device

A child device capable of implementing a plurality of device functions includes a plurality of operational components, each operational component being configured to implement at least one of the plurality of device functions. The child device further includes a control circuit coupled to the plurality of operational components to direct operation of each operational component, and a memory in communication with the control circuit. The memory is configured to store data indicative of an operational mode, the data specifying a plurality of operational settings for the plurality of operational components, respectively. The child device still further includes a user interface coupled to the control circuit and configured to detect an operator interaction resulting in selection of the operational mode. The control circuit directs the plurality of operational components in accordance with the plurality of operational settings in response to the selection of the operational mode.

Juvenile product assembly with intrinsic electrical connection

A juvenile product includes an electrical device, a structural assembly configured to structurally support the electrical device, and a power delivery path configured to carry power to the electrical device. The structural assembly includes first and second structural components, and is formed via a structural connection of the first and second structural components. The power delivery path is disposed within the first and second structural components, respectively, and includes first and second electrical contacts positioned relative to the first and second structural components, respectively, such that the structural connection between the first and second structural components establishes an electrical connection between the first and second contacts.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system and a cantilevered arm extending from part of the device. The arm is supported above the floor surface and has a driven end coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end. The drive system is configured to pivotally move the arm through a partial orbit around a generally vertical axis of rotation. A child seat is supported on the distal end of the support arm.

Roller conveying apparatus

A track assembly comprises an inner channel member, an outer channel member and a top plate, through which load bearing rollers selectively protrude An inflatable air bag is between the inner and outer channels for raising and lowering the inner channel. The rollers are attached to the inner channel and are raised and lowered to a recessed state as the air bag raises and lowers the inner channel. An air line fitting at one air bag end passes through the outer channel member side wall to fix the air bag end longitudinally in place. The other end is clamped by two plates sandwiching the air bag end therebetween. One of the clamp plates has two opposing tabs extending therefrom and which engage mating slots in the side walls of the outer channel. As the bag inflates and deflates, the clamp tabs permit the air bag end to ride up and down vertically wherein the tabs ride up and down in the slots. This keeps the bag end longitudinally in place without adding additional fixation components. The ...

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that drives a swing assembly. The swing assembly can include a pair of swing arms having proximal ends and distal ends. The distal ends support a child seat assembly. The distance between the distal ends relative to the distance between proximal ends is adjustable, thereby adjusting at least one motion characteristic of the device. The adjustable motion characteristics can include a gliding motion and a swinging motion.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system and a cantilevered arm extending from part of the device. The arm is supported above the floor surface and has a driven end coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end. The drive system is configured to pivotally move the arm through a partial orbit around a generally vertical axis of rotation. A child seat is supported on the distal end of the support arm.

Motor drive feedback control for a child motion device

A child motion device includes a motor, a drive system coupled to the motor to produce movement along a motion path having reciprocating strokes, and a sensor responsive to the movement to generate feedback information indicative of the movement. The child motion device further includes a motor control circuit coupled to the sensor to determine, based on the feedback information, when to apply power to the motor during each reciprocating stroke. In some cases, the feedback information is indicative of a position of the motor such that the motor control circuit applies the power to the motor for a duration of time that begins after an end of each reciprocating stroke.

Changing table for a playard

A changing table is provided for engagement to a playard that includes at least one top rail. The changing table includes a support structure and a platform coupled to the support structure, the platform being sized to support a child. The changing table is configured to engage the playard. The changing table is configured so that, when the changing table is engaged to the playard, and an opening is defined at least in part by a portion of the changing table and a nearest top rail, a portion of the opening in a direction normal to the nearest the top rail is at least 9 inches.

Foldable swing having rotatable handles

A child swing includes a swing frame and at least one swing handle rotationally coupled to the swing frame such that the swing handle may rotate about a handle rotational axis between at least two positions. The number of swing handles may be two, where each of the swing handles has a hand grip portion. The at least two positions may include a first position and a second position, the first position being substantially rotated about 180° relative to the second position. The swing frame may include first and second legs, each of the first and second legs including a length adjustment mechanism that allows the respective leg to be adjustable in length.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that drives an adjustable motion assembly. The adjustable motion assembly can include an adjustable arm that is connected between a seat holder and the frame at one of a plurality of positions. The connection position of the adjustable arm can adjust at least one motion characteristic of the device. The adjustable motion characteristics can include a gliding motion and a swinging motion.

Foldable child swing

A child swing comprises a frame including first and second rear legs and first and second housings. First and second fold mechanisms pivotally connect the first and second rear legs to the first and second housings, respectively. The fold mechanisms each include a socket member to receive an upper end of the respective leg. The socket member is pivotally mounted to the respective housing to guide pivoting movement of the respective leg relative to the respective housing. The fold mechanisms each can further include a release lever pivotally mounted to the socket member, and a locking pin connected to the release lever for engagement with the respective housing to facilitation positioning of the respective leg in an in-use position and in a folded position.

Open top swing

An open top child swing includes a frame, first and second hanger arms rotatably coupled to the frame, and a seat coupled to the first and second hanger arms. The frame can include a first hanger mount configured to removably receive the first hanger arm and a second hanger mount configured to removably receive the second hanger arm so that the seat can be removed from the frame. The frame also can include first and second legs, first and second housings coupled to the first and second legs, respectively, and a battery back removably mounted to one of the first and second housings.

Child seat canopy illumination and media projection

A juvenile product includes a seat having a seating area supported by a part of the juvenile product, a canopy positionable over at least a portion of the seating area and having an underside that faces the seating area, and a projection system carried on the juvenile product. The projection system has a projector configured to project visible stimuli either above the seating area or onto at least part of the underside of the canopy. These and other aspects of the disclosure are directed to providing a soothing and entertaining environment that may also be adjustable or customizable to address the changing interests and developmental levels of a child occupant.

Motion conversion mechanism for use with child containment structure

A motion conversion mechanism is described. The motion conversion mechanism includes a first member and an a second member. The firs member is configured to be arranged relative to the child containment structure to undergo motion in a first angular direction and in a second angular direction opposite to the first angular direction. The second member includes a rotation device that is rotatable about a rotation axis. The first and second members configured in combination to convert motion about the angular motion axis to motion of the rotation device about the rotation axis when the first member moves in at least one of the first angular direction and in the second angular direction.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. A support arm assembly is coupled to and cantilevered from part of the frame assembly above the floor surface. A child supporting device is supported by the support arm assembly. A bounce mechanism of the device is employed to reciprocally bounce the child supporting device above the floor surface.

Child motion device

A child motion device (20) includes a frame (22) that provides a structural support relative to a reference surface (26) and that includes an arm(30) pivotably coupled to the structural support. A child supporting device (36) in coupled to the arm(30) and spaced from the reference surf ace (26) by the frame (22). A drive system(62) is configured to move the arm(30) such that the child supporting device (36) reciprocates along a motion path at a frequency within a range from about 0.37 Hz to about 0.62 Hz. In some cases, a further drive system is configured to oscillate the child supporting device generally along the axis of rotation at a frequency in a range from about 2.85 Hz to about 3.15 Hz.

Child motion device

A child motion device (20) has a frame assembly (22) configured to rest on a floor surface (26). The device (20) is also provided with a drive system and a suspending arm (30) that extends from part of the device (20). The arm (30) is supported above the floor surface (26), and is provided with a driven end (32) connected to the drive system to move driven by the drive system, and a far end opposite to the driven end (32). The drive system is designed so as to enable the arm (30) to move around a substantially vertical rotation axis in pivot manner to pass through part of a track. A child seat(36) is supported on the far end of the support arm (30).

Swing drive mechanism

A swing drive mechanism for a swing having a swing seat, at least one hanger arm supporting the swing seat, and a pivot shaft providing reciprocal motion to the swing seat via the at least one hanger arm is described. The drive mechanism may include a gear, an eccentric element coupled to the gear and a motor mechanism configured to drive the gear. The drive mechanism may also include a substantially elongated drive link having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end coupled to the gear via the eccentric element, and a spring coupled to, and configured to being driven by, the distal end of the drive link. The spring being configured to directly drive the pivot shaft in a reciprocal fashion. A swing drive assembly including a blade and pivot shaft is also described.

Foldable stroller

A collapsible stroller has a frame assembly with a front, a back, and left and right sides when in an in-use configuration. A seat is positioned between the left and right sides. Each of the left and right sides has an elongate bottom part and each bottom part has a front end and a back end. A back wheel is supported for rotation at the back end of each of the bottom parts. Each of the left and right sides has a front leg with a lower end pivotally connected to the front end of the respective bottom part. Each front leg extends upward from the bottom part and rearward toward the back of the frame assembly and terminates at an upper end. Each of the left and right sides also has a push arm pivotally coupled relative to the upper end of the respective front leg. Each push arm extends upward and rearward from the upper end of the respective front leg. Each of the left and right sides further has a support strut with a lower end pivotally connected to the respective bottom part at a pivot location ...

Foldable stroller

A foldable stroller has a frame assembly reconfigurable between an in-use configuration and a folded configuration. The frame assembly has a left and a right frame side and each frame side includes an elongate bottom part having a front end and a back end. Each bottom part is oriented extending generally from a front to a back of the frame assembly. A fold latch is on the frame assembly and has two latch parts pivotally coupled to one another. A push arm has a lower end connected to one of the latch parts and extends upward and rearward to a handle. A front leg has a lower end pivotally coupled to a front end of the bottom part and extends upward and rearward to an upper end connected to the other of the latch parts. A support strut has an upper end pivotally coupled to the fold latch at a pivot axis and has a lower end pivotally coupled to the bottom part forward of the back end at a pivot connection. The pivot connection of the support strut in one example is positioned further forward ...

具有可转动手柄的折叠式悬椅

... 一种儿童悬椅，包括悬椅框架和至少一个可旋转地与悬椅框架连接以使悬椅手柄可以在至少两个位置之间围绕手柄旋转轴转动的悬椅手柄。悬椅手柄的数量也可以是两个，每个悬椅手柄都有一个把手部分。该至少两个位置包括第一位置和第二位置，第一位置基本上相对于第二位置作约180°的转动。悬椅框架可包括第一和第二支腿，每个第一和第二支腿都包括一个长度调整机构，其允许各个支腿的长度可以调整。 ...

Fold joint and foldable stroller

A collapsible stroller has a frame assembly that is reconfigurable between an in-use configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame assembly has a fold latch on a side of the frame assembly and has two latch parts that are pivotally coupled to one another. A push arm of the frame assembly has a lower end connected to one of the latch parts and is movable with the one latch part relative to the other latch part. The push arm extends upward and rearward to a handle of the stroller. A front leg of the frame assembly has a lower end and extends upward and rearward to an upper end. The front leg is a hollow tube and has a necked-down portion at the upper end received in the other latch part and is movable with the other latch part relative to the one latch part.

Travel stroller seat support articulated folding mechanism

A foldable stroller frame having right and left front, right and left rear legs, and right and left handle supports joined at a right and left folding joints in a manner permitting folding movement about a folding axis between deployed and folded positions. A seat panel connects the front legs and includes a movable portion being movable between first and second positions. A seat back frame is connected to the movable portion at a seat back pivot. Spacing between the seat back pivot and the folding axis is dependent upon the position of the movable portion. When in the first position, the spacing is greatest and precludes frame folding due to interference between the seat back frame and a transverse element between the handle supports. When in the second position, spacing is minimized and frame folding is permissible without interference between the seat back frame and the transverse element.

Fabric Fastened Changing Table

A changing table for a playard has a flexible platform sized to support a child and a changing table mount arranged to releasably engage the platform to the playard. The changing table mount can have a plurality of straps each having a fastener and removably received in corresponding slots of the playard. The changing table mount can comprise a zipper releasably connecting the changing table to the playard.

Child swing with recline mechanism

A swing seat configured to be supported by a swing frame includes a seat bottom frame, a seat back frame movably coupled to the seat bottom frame, and a recline mechanism to recline the seat back frame relative to the seat bottom frame. The recline mechanism includes first and second mounts on opposite sides of the seat back frame to movably mount the seat back frame to the seat bottom frame, at least one recline lock associated with at least one of the first and second mounts and configured to lock the seat back frame in at least two recline positions relative to the seat bottom frame, and a recline actuator having a grip intermediate the first and second mounts and movable between an un-actuated position and an actuated position. The at least one recline lock is movable between a locked position to set the recline position of the seat back frame relative to the seat bottom frame and an unlocked position to allow adjustment of the recline position of the seat back frame relative to the ...

Juvenile product assembly with intrinsic electrical connection

A juvenile product includes an electrical device, a structural assembly configured to structurally support the electrical device, and a power delivery path configured to carry power to the electrical device. The structural assembly includes first and second structural components, and is formed via a structural connection of the first and second structural components. The power delivery path is disposed within the first and second structural components, respectively, and includes first and second electrical contacts positioned relative to the first and second structural components, respectively, such that the structural connection between the first and second structural components establishes an electrical connection between the first and second contacts.

Juvenile Product Assembly with Intrinsic Electrical Connection

A juvenile product includes an electrical device, a structural assembly configured to structurally support the electrical device, and a power delivery path configured to carry power to the electrical device. The structural assembly includes first and second structural components, and is formed via a structural connection of the first and second structural components. The power delivery path is disposed within the first and second structural components, respectively, and includes first and second electrical contacts positioned relative to the first and second structural components, respectively, such that the structural connection between the first and second structural components establishes an electrical connection between the first and second contacts.

FOLDING TRAVEL STROLLER LATCH AND WHEEL POSITIONING SYSTEM

A foldable frame for a stroller having front and rear legs with wheels disposed at the ends thereof and a handle support joined at a folding mechanism. The folding mechanism synchronizes motion of the front leg and handle to collapse them adjacent to the rear leg. The mechanism also actuates a swivel mechanism on a front wheel that swivels the front wheel to a pre-determined position optimized to allow the stroller to be supported by the wheels when folded. 1. A foldable stroller frame comprising:a frame having a pair of front legs, a pair of rear legs, and a handle;right and left folding mechanisms connecting respective front legs, rear legs, and the handle in a manner to synchronize movement thereof between folded and deployed positions; anda swivel assembly connecting a front wheel to at least one of the pair of front legs, the swivel assembly enabling rotating movement of the front wheel about a generally upstanding swivel axis, the swivel assembly further having a positioner moveable by an actuator in engaging and releasing directions that, when moved in the engaging direction, rotates the front wheel toward a predetermined position, the actuator connecting to at least one of the folding mechanisms to move the positioner to the engaged position when the stroller is moved from the deployed position toward the folded position.2. The foldable stroller frame of claim 1 , wherein the swivel assembly further includes a cam surface encircling the swivel axis claim 1 , fixed in relation and aligned generally orthogonally thereto claim 1 , the cam surface positioned to enable the positioner to contact the cam surface claim 1 , the cam surface sloped between a high point and a low point claim 1 , the positioner making contact with the cam surface when moving in the engaging direction claim 1 , continued movement in the engaging direction causing the cam to rotate until the positioner rests at the low point at which no further movement in the engaging direction is ...

Collapsible napper for a playard bassinet

A foldable napper accessory for a child's playard positions an infant to minimize the risk of falls. The napper frame is foldable from a generally planar deplyed orientation about one or more generally longitudinally extending frame folding axes. The ends of an elongate support leg are pivotally connected to opposing side rail members of the napper frame and configured to be foldable about a leg folding axis generally transverse to the frame. Pivoting about the leg folding axis angles the support leg from the plane of the deployed napper frame or aligns the leg with the plane of the napper frame for stowage. An intermediate folding joint is provided in the support leg which includes intermediate axis generally perpendicular to the leg folding axis that allows folding of the leg only when the leg is folded into a specific orientation.

Travel stroller folding and latch mechanism

A stroller frame having forwardly extending right and left side front supports, rearwardly extending right and left side rear supports, and upwardly extending right and left side handle supports moveable connected to permit movement of the frame between deployed and collapsed orientations, and a downwardly folding seat frame connected to the front and rear supports having right and left side fold mechanisms which are configured to lock the frame in the deployed configuration, apply a biasing force to fully deploy the seat frame during the unfolding movement, and isolate the biasing force while applying a folding force to the seat frame during the folding operation, actuation of the fold mechanisms based on frame orientation and position of a release handle.

Rotatable car seat with detachable seat and top anchor

A child safety seat for use in a vehicle, the safety seat having a base including a rotating mechanism and a seat shell for a child that is detachably connectable to the base. The base is anchorable in the vehicle using either conventional safety belts or LATCH anchoring provisions. The base is configured to allow a conventional three-point occupant restraint to secure the base to the vehicle and to prevent interaction between the seat shell and the restraint belt. The seat shell, when connected to the base, may be rotated about a generally upstanding axis into forward-facing, rearward-facing, or side-facing configurations. The base includes a moveable wedge that allows the base to optimally fit a variety of vehicle seat having different seat cushion inclinations. The seat shell also includes a height-adjustable backrest portion that allows the seat configuration to be optimized for the occupant, even as the occupant child grows.

CONVERTIBLE BEDSIDE BASSINET AND CHANGING TABLE

A convertible bassinet including a mobile support enabling selective movement about a supporting surface and a braking apparatus providing the ability to secure the mobile support in a laterally fixed position on the surface. The mobile support also includes a vertical adjustment mechanism enabling the height of the bassinet to be altered by a user. The bassinet further includes a top perimeter frame with a position actuator for varying the height of the top perimeter frame above a child supporting surface. When in an uppermost position the perimeter frame defines a bassinet. A changing table surface is defined when the perimeter frame is repositioned to a lowermost position. Resilient connectors between the position actuator and the perimeter frame members allow the top perimeter frame to move from the uppermost position to the lowermost position independent of movement of the position actuator. 1. A mobile infant-supporting apparatus comprising:a generally planar child-supporting platform supported above a floor surface by a mobile base;a perimeter frame connected to and disposed generally above the child-supporting platform, the perimeter frame having first and second elongate perimeter frame portions;an anchor structure connecting the first and second perimeter frame portions to the child-supporting platform, each perimeter frame portion being pivotally coupled to the anchor structure to permit movement between generally opposing raised and lowered positions;an actuator handle moveably connected to the anchor structure and operable between raised and lowered positions; anda first resilient member connected between the first perimeter frame portion and the actuator handle and a second resilient member connected between the second perimeter frame portion and the actuator handle, the resilient members biasing respective perimeter frame portions toward the raised position when the actuator handle is in the raised position and toward the lowered position when the ...

Folding travel stroller latch and wheel positioning mechanism

A foldable frame for a stroller having front (12) and rear (14) legs with wheels (3, 5) disposed at the ends thereto and a handle support (16) joined at a folding mechanism (20). The folding mechanism (20) synchronizes motion of the front leg (12) and handle (17) to collapse them adjacent to the rear leg (14). The mechanism also actuates a swivel mechanism (71, 200, 312, 322, 324) on a front wheel (3) that swivels the front wheel (3) to a predetermined position optimized to allow the stroller to be supported by the wheels when folded.

Brake operational control

A height adjustable mechanism for supporting a work support for vertical movement relative to a base includes a counterbalance mechanism for providing a force opposing a downward force tending to lower the work support; a lock mechanism for releasably retaining the work support in a desired vertical position; and a manual operator for selectively releasing the lock mechanism to permit vertical movement of the work surface, while preventing operation of the lock mechanism if the counterbalance force and the downward force are out of balance by some given extent. In the preferred construction, the lock mechanism is pivotally supported by a pin normally supported for axial sliding movement under the control of the manual operator, and the lock mechanism applies loading to the pin, when the counterbalance force substantially differs from the downward force, sufficient to constrain the pin against sliding movement, and thereby prevent release of the lock mechanism by the manual operator.

Roller conveying apparatus

Swing for use by children, has two suspension mounts to receive respective arms in detachable manner, such that seat is lifted from frame, and battery mounted in detachable manner on one case

The swing has two suspension arms (30) connected in a rotating manner to a frame containing two legs (12, 14). The two suspension arms are connected to a seat in a rotating manner. Two suspension mounts (40) receives the respective arms (30) in a detachable manner, such that the seat is lifted from the frame. A battery is mounted in a detachable manner on one of the two cases.

Roller conveying apparatus

A track roller assembly comprises an inner channel member and an outer chann el member, the outer channel member having opposing flanges with a conduit for receiving an air line for operating the assembly. An inflatable air bag is between the inner and outer channel members for raising and lowering the air bag. The supply air line, which is flexible and compressible, for operating the air bag, is releasably attached externally the channel members in and protected by the conduit by opposing spaced ribs. The supply air line is squeezed between the ribs during insertion into the conduit.

Child motion device

A child motion device has a frame assembly (22) configured to rest on a floor surface. A support arm assembly (30) is coupled to and cantilevered from part of the frame assembly (22) above the floor surface. A child supporting device (36) is supported by the support arm assembly (30). A bounce mechanism of the device is employed to reciprocally bounce the child supporting device above the floor surface.

Keyboard mechanism tracking system

A keyboard support mechanism is disclosed as including an improved arrangement for supporting a trolley of such mechanism for movement relative to a guide track by which the mechanism is mounted on a work station. The trolley is fitted with two pairs of rollers arranged to roll lengthwise of the guide track within a pair of edge mounted mounting channels thereof and a follower; and the guide track is fitted with guide member having a guide channel adapted to slidably receive the follower while preventing movement of the trolley transversely of the guide channel. The guide channel extends rearwardly of a front end of the guide track, whereby to cooperate with the follower to stabilize an auxiliary surface on which a keyboard is supported against undesired transverse or sidewise movement when in its extended use position, while permitting loose fitting of the trolley within the guide track during a substantial portion of its movement of the auxiliary surface to an from its rearward storage position.

FOLDABLE STROLLER

Une poussette présentant une nouvelle géométrie de cadre (100) qui procure un lien structurel plus direct entre les roues avant et arrière (136). Les deux béquilles arrière (132) (éléments de fond ) du cadre (100) sont disposées à un angle relativement petit par rapport à l'horizontale et restent proches de cet angle réduit pendant que la poussette est pliée, avec la totalité des quatre roues sur le sol. L'ensemble de béquilles arrière (132) est lié de manière pivotante à l'ensemble de béquilles avant (112) afin que l'ensemble de béquilles avant (112) s'emboîte sur l'ensemble de béquilles arrière (132) quand la poussette est pliée. Les béquilles avant (112) et les béquilles arrière (132) présentent de préférence un profil similaire afin qu'elles s'emboîtent généralement quand elles sont pliées. Les béquilles avant (112) et arrière (132) présentent préférentiellement des sections transversales ovales ou oblongues qui renforcent leur résistance de charge verticale. A stroller with a new frame geometry (100) which provides a more direct structural link between the front and rear wheels (136). The two rear stands (132) (bottom elements) of the frame (100) are arranged at a relatively small angle to the horizontal and remain close to this reduced angle while the stroller is folded, with all four wheels On the ground. The rear stand assembly (132) is pivotally connected to the front stand assembly (112) so that the front stand assembly (112) fits over the rear stand assembly (132) when the stroller is folded. The front legs (112) and the rear legs (132) preferably have a similar profile so that they generally snap together when folded. The front (112) and rear (132) stands preferably have oval or oblong cross sections which reinforce their vertical load resistance.

Roller conveying apparatus

A track assembly comprises an inner channel member, an outer channel member and a top plate, through which load bearing rollers selectively protrude. An inflatable air bag is between the inner and outer channels for raising and lowering the inner channel. An air line fitting at one air bag end passes through the outer channel member side wall to fix the air bag end longitudinally in place. The other end is clamped by two plates sandwiching the air bag end therebetween. One of the clamp plates has two opposing tabs extending therefrom and which engage mating slots in the side walls of the outer channel. This keeps the bag end longitudinally in place without adding additional fixation components.

Foldable stroller

Child Motion Device

A child motion device has a frame assembly configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that defines a generally vertical axis of rotation. An arm extends from part of the device and is cantilevered from the axis of rotation. The arm is supported above the floor surface and has a driven end coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end. The drive system is configured to pivotally reciprocate the arm through a partial orbit around the axis of rotation. A child seat is supported on the distal end of the support arm.

Travel stroller folding and latch mechanism

A stroller frame having forwardly extending right and left side front supports, rearwardly extending right and left side rear supports, and upwardly extending right and left side handle supports moveable connected to permit movement of the frame between deployed and collapsed orientations, and a downwardly folding seat frame connected to the front and rear supports having right and left side fold mechanisms which are configured to lock the frame in the deployed configuration, apply a biasing force to fully deploy the seat frame during the unfolding movement, and isolate the biasing force while applying a folding force to the seat frame during the folding operation, actuation of the fold mechanisms based on frame orientation and position of a release handle.

Foldable stroller

A stroller having a novel frame geometry that provides a more direct structural tie between the front and the rear wheels. The two rear legs (bottom members) of the frame are disposed at a relatively small angle to the horizontal and remain close to that shallow angle as the stroller is folded, with all four wheels on the ground. The rear leg assembly is pivotally linked to the front leg assembly, so that the front leg assembly collapses onto the rear leg assembly when the stroller is folded. The front legs and the rear legs preferably have a similar profile so that they generally nest when folded. The front legs and the rear legs preferably have oval or oblong cross-sections, which enhances their vertical load strength.

Magnetic shoulder harness buckle for a child restraint

A buckle for a child safety seat harness having a base part and a latch part, the latch part having a releasable latching mechanism that includes a plurality of magnetic elements arranged to urge the base and latch parts into engagement during a connection operation and to urge the base and latch parts apart during a disconnection operation that also releases the latch.

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Nut and nut holder

An elongated nut holder (20) has an elongated slot (22) formed with a relatively narrow first entrance neck slot portion (23) and a wider internal second slot portion (24). The second slot portion (24) has a concave circular cylindrical segment bottom surface (26). A nut has an elongated body with a top flat surface and a bottom convex curved surface complementary to the second slot portion bottom surface curve. The nut (10) has one or more threaded openings (14) in the top surface (12) which may be through holes. The nut (10) has a transverse width greater than the neck slot portion (24) transverse width and less than the slot second portion (24) width so that the nut (10) is retained in the second slot portion. The nut (10) has a height less than the neck slot (23) portion width. The nut (10) has an edge between the top and bottom surfaces which is inserted first through the neck slot (23) portion. The nut curved surface engages the nut holder (20) curved surface which rotate the nut (10) so that the nut flat surface and threaded opening(s) (14) face the neck slot portion (23). A threaded fastener is attached to the nut threaded openings (14) through the neck slot portion (23).

Quick-acting belt tensioner for a child safety seat

A quick acting belt tensioning mechanism for securing a child safety seat into a vehicle having a tensioning member with a hook-like engagement structure rotatably mounted on the safety seat adjacent to a belt path for a vehicle seat belt. Engaging the seat belt in the engagement structure and rotating the tensioning member by movement of the lever tensions the seat belt by wrapping the seat belt around the tensioning member. The lever is slideably disposed on the tensioning member to close the opening of the hook-like structure and prevent disengagement of the seat belt therefrom and to inhibit rotation of the tensioning member to the tensioned position unless the lever is properly positioned. A latching mechanism is provided to restrain the tensioning member and lever in the tensioned and closed position. The seat shell and lever may include structures to further constrain seat belt tensioning unless the lever is properly positioned.

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Quick-acting belt tensioner for a child safety seat

A quick acting belt tensioning mechanism (100) for securing a child safety seat (10) into a vehicle having a tensioning member (110) with a hook-like engagement structure (112) rotatably mounted on the safety seat adjacent to a belt path for a vehicle seat belt (20). Engaging the seat belt in the engagement structure (112) and rotating the tensioning member (110) by movement of the lever (120) tensions the seat belt by wrapping the seat belt around the tensioning member (110). The lever (120) is slideably disposed on the tensioning member (110) to close the opening (114) of the hook-like structure and prevent disengagement of the seat belt therefrom and to inhibit rotation of the tensioning member (110) to the tensioned position unless the lever (120) is properly positioned. A latching mechanism (130) is provided to restrain the tensioning member (110) and lever (120) in the tensioned and closed position. The seat shell and lever (120) may include structures to further constrain seat belt tensioning unless the lever (120) is properly positioned.

Magnetic connector

A connector for joining two parts has a base with a post and a latch part with a receptacle for receiving the post. The post includes a magnetic element. A magnetic slide having two magnetic elements of opposite polarity is moveably disposed on the latch part and includes a mechanical latching slide disposed thereon. Movement of the magnetic slide aligns the magnetic elements in either an attractive or repulsive alignment with the post magnetic element. Magnetic slide movement into the repulsive alignment also moves the latching slide to release engagement with the base part and allow magnetic repulsion to urge the post out of engagement with the receptacle.

Magnetic shoulder harness buckle for a child restraint

Child motion device

A child motion device (20) includes a frame (22) that provides a structural support relative to a reference surface (26) and that includes an arm(30) pivotably coupled to the structural support. A child supporting device (36) in coupled to the arm(30) and spaced from the reference surf ace (26) by the frame (22). A drive system(62) is configured to move the arm(30) such that the child supporting device (36) reciprocates along a motion path at a frequency within a range from about 0.37 Hz to about 0.62 Hz. In some cases, a further drive system is configured to oscillate the child supporting device generally along the axis of rotation at a frequency in a range from about 2.85 Hz to about 3.15 Hz.

Magnetic shoulder harness buckle for a child restraint

A buckle (10) for a child safety seat harness having a base part (20) and a latch part (40), the latch part (40) having a releasable latching mechanism that includes a plurality of magnetic elements (62, 63) arranged to urge the base and latch parts into engagement during a connection operation and to urge the base and latch parts apart during a disconnection operation that also releases the latch.

Child motion device

A child motion device (20) has a frame assembly (22) configured to rest on a floor surface (26). The device (20) also has a drive system and a cantilevered arm (30) extending from part of the device (20). The arm (30) is supported above the floor surface (26) and has a driven end (32) coupled to and movable by the drive system and a distal end opposite the driven end (32). The drive system is configured to pivotally move the arm (30) through a partial orbit around a generally vertical axis of rotation. A child seat (36) is supported on the distal end of the support arm (30).

Child motion device

Travel stroller folding and latch mechanism

A stroller frame having forwardly extending right and left side front supports, rearwardly extending right and left side rear supports, and upwardly extending right and left side handle supports moveable connected to permit movement of the frame between deployed and collapsed orientations, and a folding seat frame connected to the front and rear supports having right and left side fold mechanisms which are configured to lock the frame in the deployed or collapsed configurations and to selectively bias frame members toward movement towards the deployed or collapsed configurations based on frame orientation and operation of a release handle.