Abstract: In an illustrative embodiment, an adjustable cradle assembly for adjusting a head position of a patient relative to a patient platform includes a base portion with a pair of vertical support members and a cradle portion. The vertical support members may each include at least one position aperture for setting a vertical height of the cradle portion relative to the base portion. The cradle portion may include a channel for receiving a head fixation ring. The cradle portion may include at least one set of adjustment connection points for aligning with position apertures of each vertical support member. The cradle may be pivotably connected to the vertical support members such that a pitch angle of a head position of a patient secured in the head fixation apparatus may be adjusted. A set of adjustment mechanisms may releasably secure the cradle to the base at a selected lateral and/or pitch position.

Abstract: A dual clamping device.

Abstract: A charged particle transport system and its installation method, both of which can readily and quickly adjust alignment, are provided. The charged particle transport system 10a includes: a frame 16 fixed to a base 15; a first plate 21 joined to an upper portion of the frame 16 with a height-adjustable first screw 11; a second plate 22 movably accommodated in a horizontal surface of the first plate; a second screw 12 screwed into a screw hole formed in a fixing member 25 around the first plate 21 such that its tip abuts on an outer peripheral surface of the second plate 22; a third screw 13 that fixes the second plate 21 to the first plate 21; and first engagement pins 31 inserted into respective engagement holes 17a, 17b formed in the second plate 22 and a supporting member 27 for engaging both.

Abstract: A cable management system for a worktop has a cable support and at least one support mechanism comprising a base body, a first lever and a second lever. The base body is elongated between first and second ends along a major axis and includes respective pivot and fixation points for the first and second levers. The first lever is at a proximal end pivotally supported in the first pivot point, comprises at least a first retaining portion for receiving the cable support, and is fixable at the first fixation point. The second lever is at a proximal end pivotally supportable in the second pivot point, comprises at least one second retaining portion for receiving the cable support, and is fixable at the second fixation point.

Abstract: An elastic support device according to an embodiment includes: a first member including a first magnet; and a second member including a second magnet, disposed so as to face the first member, and movable relative to the first member in response to receipt of an external force. A magnetic force acting between the first magnet and the second magnet holds the second member in an original position when the second member does not receive an external force, and the magnetic force returns the second member to the original position when the second member is moved due to receipt of an external force.

Abstract: Example aspects of a lawn refuse bag insert, a lawn refuse disposal assembly, and method for using a lawn refuse disposal assembly are disclosed. The lawn refuse bag insert can comprise a bag stand defining a top stand end and a bottom stand end and comprising an end wall and a first side wall, the first side wall hingedly coupled to the end wall; and a first rake detachably coupled to the bag stand, wherein the lawn refuse bag insert is formed as a blank.

Abstract: An adapter includes a housing and a shaft receiving port defined in the housing. The shaft receiving port defines grooves extending at least partway along the shaft receiving port. The grooves include a set of first grooves and a set of second grooves, where at least one of the first grooves is different from at least one of the second grooves. Another adapter for coupling a device to a track includes a housing defining a threaded port and a shaft receiving port; a track retention arrangement including a foot and a threaded post extending from the foot, where the threaded post is rotatably engaged with the threaded port of the housing to raise or lower the foot relative to the housing; and a locking mechanism including an actuator and a plunger coupled to the actuator and configured to extend from the housing into the track channel of the track.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an adjustable stand for supporting objects on the adjustable stand, in accordance with some embodiments. Accordingly, the adjustable stand comprises a bottom plate, a middle plate, a top plate, a toggle mechanism, and an actuating device. The toggle mechanism allows pivoting of the top plate in an unlocked state and restricts the pivoting in the locked state. The actuating device transitions the toggle mechanism to the unlocked state by receiving a first actuating input and transitions the toggle mechanism to the locked state by receiving a second actuating input. The toggle mechanism transitions to the unlocked state from the locked state based on applying a pivoting force on the top plate above a threshold pivoting force without receiving the first actuating input. The toggle mechanism transitions to the locked state from the unlocked state based on releasing the pivoting force applied to the top plate.

Abstract: An equipment mounting system and assembly for rapid mounting and supporting of a fixture mount and a fixture or other equipment, such as motion picture production fixtures and other similar equipment, to a mount support base without fasteners. The equipment mounting assembly can comprise one or more fixture mounts having a base plate and a fixture coupling extending from the base plate, the one or more fixture mounts being operable with an equipment mounting system comprising a mount support base having an upper surface, and a retention system operable to selectively and releasably and interchangeably capture and secure one or more fixture mounts to the mount support base. The retention system can comprise a position keep system capable of applying a biasing force to a captured fixture mount. The equipment mounting assembly and the retention system can be configured to accommodate fixture mounts of different sizes or types.

Abstract: A spacer device for use in mounting an awning bracket to the side of a building having horizontally disposed and overlapping siding members. The spacer includes an upstanding rectangular plate having an upper end, a lower end, a first side edge, a second side edge, an inner side and an outer side. An upper screw opening is formed in the rectangular plate below the upper end thereof. A lower screw opening is formed in the rectangular plate above the lower end thereof. An upper hollow cylindrical shim extends from the inner side of the rectangular plate so that the interior thereof registers with the upper screw opening in the rectangular plate. A lower hollow cylindrical shim extends from the inner side of the rectangular plate so that the interior thereof registers with the lower screw opening in the rectangular plate.

Abstract: An isolation system and method are disclosed. The isolation system includes a beam that includes a first end and a second end. The isolation system may include at least one clamping block comprising first elastomeric material, and the first end may be coupled with the first elastomeric material by the at least one clamping block. An end condition of the buckling beam may be varied based on compression stiffening of the first elastomeric material.

Abstract: The subject matter relates to a tolerance compensation comprising a flat part with a first recess for receiving a bolt of an attachment part and a tolerance slider with a second recess for receiving the bolt.

Abstract: A door hinge bracket for a vehicle having a door and a door frame, the door hinge bracket includes: a door flange arranged against an outside surface of the vehicle, the door flange having a hard mounting point; a body mount portion configured to connect to the door frame of the vehicle; and a pivot portion extending between the door flange and the body mount portion, the pivot portion being configured to connect to the door of the vehicle. The hard mounting point is configured to accept an accessory bracket and the accessory bracket is configured to accept one or more accessories.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are described for an antenna positioning apparatus, which includes a multiple-assembly positioner for adjusting a positioning angle about a positioning axis. The multiple-assembly positioner has two or more positioning assemblies that are coupled in series between a base structure and a positioning structure. Positioning assemblies can be individually selected based on various criteria, such as cost, complexity, angular range, and other performance, and be configured to work together to provide a desired range of adjustment to the positioning angle while simultaneously meeting precision requirements. In one example, a positioning assembly can include a shaft with an eccentric portion, which is rotated in order to provide the adjustment. A method is described where a first positioning assembly can be actuated to a first initial position, and then held, such that a second positioning assembly can be actuated to provide a selected antenna positioning angle.

Abstract: A width adjustable bracket for a metal roof includes a bolt, a top bracket and a bottom bracket. The top bracket has a flat surface with a slot for receiving the bolt. The flat surface is sized to receive an L bracket. A bottom bracket has a flat portion with a threaded hole for receiving the bolt. The width adjustable bracket is assembled by placing the bolt though the slot of the top bracket and the bolt being secured to the threaded hole of the bottom bracket. Once the bolt is placed through the top bracket, and placed in the threaded hole of the bottom bracket, the slot in the top bracket allows adjustment of a width of the width-adjustable bracket until the bolt is tightened into the threaded hole of the bottom bracket.

Abstract: A water-meter extension pole is an apparatus that positions a smart device beside a water meter in order to safely and accurately capture a water meter reading. The apparatus includes a length-adjustable pole, a first holder, a second holder, and a handle. The length-adjustable pole upholds and positions the first holder and the second holder a desired distance from the handle. The first holder is preferably a spring-loaded clamp that secures a water-meter. The second holder secures a smart device, preferably with a camera, beside the first holder. The handle provides a grip for a user with the length-adjustable pole. The smart device is remotely operated as the apparatus further includes a controller housing, a microcontroller, a wireless communication device, a power source, a power button, and a controller button. The controller housing contains the microcontroller, the wireless communication device, and the power source, preferably beside the handle.

Abstract: A mount interface is described that includes a latch; and a latching assembly configured to receive the latch so as to lock the latch at a set position with respect to the latching assembly, wherein the latching assembly includes a housing provided with an irregular orifice configured to receive the latch; a first plug disposed in the housing so that a first portion of the irregular orifice overlies the first plug; and a second plug disposed in the housing adjacent the first plug so that a second portion of the irregular orifice overlies the second plug. Such a mount interface provides rapid and secure locking of a latch to the latching assembly.

Abstract: Example aspects of a lawn refuse bag insert, a lawn refuse disposal assembly, and method for using a lawn refuse disposal assembly are disclosed. The lawn refuse bag insert can comprise a bag stand defining a top stand end and a bottom stand end and comprising an end wall and a first side wall, the first side wall hingedly coupled to the end wall; and a first rake detachably coupled to the bag stand, wherein the lawn refuse bag insert is formed as a blank.

Abstract: An outdoor appliance has a support frame with multiple inner lining tubes that are sequentially connected end to end by flexible ropes and multiple outer sleeve tubes that are slidable on the outer surfaces of the inner lining tubes. The outer sleeve tube and the inner lining tube at the head end of the support frame are respectively connected to an elastic member. When the support frame is in a locked state, each inner lining tube is located between and supports two abutting adjacent outer sleeve tubes. When the support frame is in an unlocked state, each inner lining tube is moved out of one outer sleeve tube and into the next successively (e.g., longitudinal) axially adjacent outer sleeve tube against the force of the elastic member such that the radial support between adjacent outer sleeve tubes is eliminated thereby allowing the support frame to be folded.

Abstract: A basket hanger attached to a basket. The basket hanger having a hook with a plurality of spring steel wires strands extending from the hook, the spring steel wire strands having a substantially straight downwardly extending portion terminated at a distal end in a clip. Each clip positionable between an open position and a clipped position. In the clipped position, an upwardly extending leg of each of the clips extends through an opening in the peripheral flange of the basket such that the peripheral flange is received in an upward first bend of each of the clips, and a second bend of each of the clips engages a back side of the substantially straight downwardly extending portion such that a short dogleg partially wraps around the substantially straight downwardly extending portion.