US4493393A
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Mechanic's rest
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-09-06
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Granted: 1985-01-15
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Expires: 2003-09-06
Abstract
Abstract The invention comprises a portable, compact and lightweight mechanic's rest, consisting of a chest support platform, itself supported by front and rear leg members, upon which a user can lean or rest while working on an auto engine or other object. The chest support platform is shaped to comfortably fit the user's chest area, and the leg members can swivel and adjust in length to contact any stable structural member on or near the object being worked on.
Inventors
- 👤 Hector Serber
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 18:28
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C9/00; A47C9/02; A47C9/025
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
102 words
A mechanic's rest comprising: a chest support platform of a size to generally fit the frontal area of a typical human torso, gently concave and contoured on its upper surface to approximate the shape of such a torso with forward corners removed to facilitate arm movement; cushioned lower support means attached to the underside of said chest support platform along the rear edge thereof; a single front leg; a ball and socket joint mounting said front leg to swivel to the underside of said chest support platform intermediate the sides thereof; and extensible means for adjusting the length of said front leg.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
102 words
A mechanic's rest comprising: a chest support platform of a size to generally fit the frontal area of a typical human torso, gently concave and contoured on its upper surface to approximate the shape of such a torso with forward corners removed to facilitate arm movement; cushioned lower support means attached to the underside of said chest support platform along the rear edge thereof; a single front leg; a ball and socket joint mounting said front leg to swivel to the underside of said chest support platform intermediate the sides thereof; and extensible means for adjusting the length of said front leg.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 wherein said extensible means comprises: a telescoping tube.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 including: a pivotal means attaching said rear leg means to said platform.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 3 wherein said pivotal means comprises: a ball and socket joint.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 including: extensible means for adjusting the length of said rear leg means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 5 wherein said extensible means comprises: a telescoping tube.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 including: a parts tray attached to the anterior end of said chest support member.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
31 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 including: an apron of flexible material attached to the posterior of said chest support platform to cover and protect the fender of a car.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
17 words
The mechanic's rest described in claim 1 wherein said chest support platform is constructed of molded plastic.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-01-15 | 1988-07-16 | 1989-01-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-01-15 | 1992-07-16 | 1993-01-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-01-15 | 1996-07-16 | 1997-01-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |