Adjustable Slant Board

Abstract

The Adjustable Slant Board was developed to provide a comfortable alternative to sitting, standing, and lying down. It is a collapsible apparatus that when erect allows the user to stand and recline on a platform. The device is comprised of several sections which provide for the adjustment of the angle of the slant board when in use. Reclining the body in an erect position relieves pressure on the lower back while allowing the user the ability to perform many tasks of daily living. When placed in the most comfortable position, the user is free to watch TV eat, read, use electronic devices, etc. The collapsibility of the Adjustable Slant Board allows it to be stored out of the way if only needed occasionally. Slant boards have been used previously in exercise equipment primarily to invert the body. A slant board designed to provide a stable platform from which to perform other tasks more comfortably is novel.

Claims

1. A foot rest is attached to the base of the panel to provide a stable standing surface. The footrest can be folded up when not in use for more compact storage.

2. A stable base is notched to provide options for the angle of the panel.

3. Attached to the back of the panel is a handled bar which swivels to allow it's placement in one of the selected notches.

4. Rubber feet on the ends of the base provide stability.

5. There are strategic holes in the panel and the frame to facilitate the addition of accessories such as a reading light, a table, or a charging device for electronics, etc.

6. The handle can swivel upwards when not in use and attached to clips in back of the panel.

7. The slant board collapses into a streamlined configuration for easy storage under furniture or hung up.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the slant board raised in a collapsed position suitable for storage hanging up.

[0013] FIG. 2 is a side view of the collapsed slant board.

[0014] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the collapsed slant board shown lying down suitable for storage under furniture.

[0015] FIG. 4 depicts the side view of the slant board with the handle placed in the first notch in the base to achieve the most erect presentation.

[0016] FIG. 5 shows the side view of the slant board with the handle placed in the second notch in the base to achieve a slightly more reclined position.

[0017] FIG. 6 shows a side view of the slant board with the handle placed in the third notch in the base achieving more recline.

[0018] FIG. 7 depicts the side view of the slant board with the handle placed in the forth notch in the base allowing for the most slant reclining.

[0019] FIG. 8 shows the back of the slant board with the handle placed in the forth notch in the base.

[0020] FIG. 9 shows the front of the slant board with the handle placed in the forth notch on the base.

[0021] FIG. 10 depicts the unassembled slant board.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0022] The present invention is an adjustable slant board comprising:

A collapsible apparatus that when erect forms a triangle, shown in FIGS. 4 through 7
The device will be comprised of several sections which allow the unit to collapse into a stream-lined configuration, shown in FIGS. 2 and 10.
A rigid back panel FIG. 10.sub.1 is attached to a frame using a hinge, FIG. 10.sub.2
A foot rest FIG. 10.sub.3 is secured to the bottom of the back that folds flat when not in use, FIG. 2 and FIG. 3.

[0023] The back panel and footrest are attached to a notched base FIG. 10.sub.4 whereby the angle of the slant is adjusted by manually selecting the desired notch using a handled bar, FIG. 8.sub.10 and FIG. 10.sub.5

The handled bar can be swiveled up and attached to clips behind the back panel to collapse the unit, FIG. 8.sub.9 and FIG. 10.sub.4.
Collapsed apparatus can be stored under furniture or hung up via top handle on frame, FIG. 1.

[0024] Rubber pads are attached to the ends of the base to prevent sliding, FIG. 10.sub.6

[0025] A rigid panel provides a solid support surface, FIG. 10.sub.1.

[0026] Holes are strategically placed around the frame and on the back of said device for the addition of attachments i.e. reading light, table with cup holder, and electronic device charger, FIG. 9.sub.7 and FIG. 9.sub.8.

[0027] The claimed invention is an adjustable slant board comprising a rigid back panel attached to a stable base via a hinge. The angle of the back panel is adjusted by placing a handled bar, which is secured to the back of the panel, into one of the notches on the base.