IPC Subgroup
A47C 17/04 Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable parts; Chair beds
Introduced: September 1968
Last revised: January 2006
Full Title
Sofas; Couches; Beds > Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable parts; Chair beds
Classification Context
- Section:
- HUMAN NECESSITIES
- Class:
- FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- Subclass:
- CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
Related Keywords
adjustable CHAIRSDIVAN(S) convertible into bedsSOFA(S) convertible into beds
8 direct subcodes
Child Classifications
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- A47C 17/12 changeable to beds by tilting or extending the arm-rests
- A47C 17/13 changeable by increasing the available part, e.g. by drawing forward
- A47C 17/14 changeable to beds by removing parts only
- A47C 17/16 changeable to beds by tilting or pivoting the back-rest
- A47C 17/22 with means for uncovering a previously hidden mattress or similar bed part
- A47C 17/32 Changing a single bed into a double bed by extending, pivoting, or tilting a previously hidden second mattress or other bed part
- A47C 17/34 Joining seats, chairs, or couches to form beds
- A47C 17/37 Changing sofas or the like into beds by means of furniture other than seats or chairs
Top Applicants
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