Patent ID: 6698998
Filing Date: 2004-03-02
Classification: A61G,B60P,Y10S

Abstract:
A foldable ramp for use in a vehicle having a floor, comprising:a power source; a base; a first ramp section proximal the base and a second ramp section distal the base, the first and second ramp sections each having a top and a bottom surface when in an unfolded condition; a linking assembly operatively connecting the first ramp section to the power source, the linking assembly further having a fold facilitating arm connected to the second ramp section, wherein during folding, the fold facilitating arm causes the second ramp section to pivot with respect to the first ramp section; and a folded configuration wherein the bottom surface of the first ramp section is in a facing relationship with the bottom surface of the second ramp section, wherein the bottom surfaces are substantially parallel to the vehicle floor, wherein the second ramp section comprises a top surface and wherein, in the folded configuration, the top surface of the second ramp section is substantially coplanar with the vehicle floor.