Patent ID: 6990698
Filing Date: 2006-01-31
Classification: A47C

Abstract:
1. An adjustable articulated bed which supports an articulating mattress, comprising: a head support assembly having a first stationary perimeter frame pivotally attached to, and supporting a pivotally moveable head lifting frame about a transverse pivotal axis and a deck panel attached atop said head lifting frame for supporting one end of the mattress and for elevating the head and upper body; a leg support assembly separate from said head support assembly and having a second stationary perimeter frame pivotally attached to, and supporting a pivotally moveable leg lifting frame about a second transverse pivotal axis and two deck panels attached thereatop for supporting another end of the mattress and for elevating the legs; a stationary center section separate from said support assemblies and having a central panel and downwardly extending side panels, said central panel for supporting a central portion of the mattress and the middle or buttocks area; said support assemblies and said center section being of equal width and thickness and of a combined length equal to a length of the mattress; a motor attachable between the leg and head support assemblies properly spacing and locking the assemblies together, said center section snuggly sliding into place therebetween; each said perimeter frame including side and end panels connected to and downwardly extending from each side and end of each said perimeter frame; said side and end panels providing an appearance similar to that of a standard bed box spring or platform foundation.