Patent ID: 7669255
Filing Date: 2010-03-02
Classification: A61G

Abstract:
1. A device for lifting and transporting invalids, comprising: a. a base comprising a housing surrounding a power source and hydraulic actuators said base being supported on swiveling casters; b. two parallel to each other support members extending from the base, the support members including end portions parallel to a supporting floor, wherein the base is higher than the support members, and the support members slant upward to connect to the base; c. swivel casters located on the end portions of the support members and rigid casters located under the support members in a position between the swivel casters on the base and the swivel casters located on the end portions of the support members and support members to maneuver the device; d. a first member with a proximal end extending from the base and a distal end; e. a first hydraulic cylinder connected between the base and the first member; f. a second member with a proximal end connected to the first member and a distal end; g. a second hydraulic cylinder connected between the second member and the first member; h. an invalid support means disposed at the distal end of the second member; and i. wherein the second member is capable of folding back upon the first member, and the first member is capable of folding to a position adjacent the support members for storage.