Abstract: A typing support is provided as a part of a typing station including a keyboard. The typing support includes a frame having a track and a keyboard support for engagement with a keyboard, a pair of wrist supports, and mounting members on which the wrist supports are carried. The mounting members provide support for the wrists of the typist which allow pivotal movement of one and preferably both hands during typing, and also translational movement along the longitudinal axis of the track. At least one of the wrist supports may be retained in a stationary position relative to the track by a retainer. The relative height or inclination of the keyboard can be adjusted by adjustment feet. The keyboard support may include a support member which pivots relative to a base to adjust the height of the keyboard received thereon, and may also keep a sheet of paper or the like in an upright position for viewing during typing.

Abstract: A target clamp includes at least one plate, a biasing element disposed adjacent the plate, and an actuator adjacent the biasing element. When a target is disposed between the biasing element and the plate, the actuator can be moved from a first position to a second position to cause the biasing element to forcefully engage the target, thereby holding the target between the plate and the biasing element.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for securing a wheelchair brake handle extension to a wheelchair when the brake bandle extension is not in use. The invention has an aperture that allows the invention to be placed onto an existing brake handle. The invention fits securely onto the brake handle and allows a portion of the brake handle to extend beyond the top portion of the invention. A brake handle extension can then be placed onto the exposed portion of the brake handle and the brake can be actuated via the brake handle extension When the brake handle extension is not in use, the brake handle extension can be stored in the hook of the invention by frictional engagement with the inside of the hook.

Abstract: An elastomeric mounting module (1) suitable for use as one of a pair of modules for forming an elastomeric mounting assembly (20) comprises two rigid end members (2, 3) of L-shape section and an element (4) of elastomeric material extending between and bonded to inwardly facing surfaces (10, 11) of the end members, respective bonded surface zones of the two rigid end members being offset at least in part as considered in the direction of normal compression loading and in a transverse direction perpendicular to said loading direction.

Abstract: A fixing device is disclosed for at least one operating element or fixing element suitable for application in sterile areas in surgical operations, which is largely freely positioned in three dimensions and supported for fixing, while the sterile area is separated from the non-sterile area substantially by a sheet-like covering. A holding device is provided which is located in the non-sterile area and which, while being at least separated by the covering, enters into an operative connection via an active surface with the operating or fixing element, with the operative connection being based on magnetic forces.

Abstract: A suction pad for attracting a workpiece having an opening at is central portion (for example, CD-R) comprises a holding section having engaging members formed in an integrated manner, and an attracting section for attracting the workpiece, wherein the attracting section includes support members which are defined therein with chambers and aspiration holes communicating with the chambers and which are provided with expansion and contraction mechanisms, and an annular attracting member having a groove which is formed on an attracting surface for attracting the workpiece, the aspiration holes communicate with the groove, and the holding section and the attracting section are integrated into one unit by the aid of disengagement-preventive mechanisms.

Abstract: A mount for isolating a vibrating member from its support. In several embodiments an elastomeric element is made up of four components that are preferably bonded to the inclined outer surface of an inner member and the inclined inner surface of an outer member. One of the inner and outer members is bifurcated and drawing the two halves into mating engagement results in the elastomeric components being preloaded simultaneously in compression and shear. The elastomeric element is preferably formed with portions which snub movement in each of three orthogonal directions. The dimensions of the pair of elastomeric components above or below the vibrating member may be different than the other pair due to greater compression strain on one pair of components to maintain maximum design stress levels.

Abstract: A locking assembly to secure an all-terrain vehicle on a platform includes a securing member attached to the all-terrain vehicle and a receiving member attached to the platform. The receiving member includes a base support member that is mounted to the platform and a post member that is perpendicularly attached to the base support member. The locking assembly additionally includes a locking clevis that is attached to the post member that is designed to couple with the securing member. The securing member includes a base plate that is attached to the front end of the frame of the all terrain vehicle, while a locking cantilever bar extends from the base plate. In operation, the locking cantilever bar is positioned proximate the arms of the locking clevis, and the securing member can thereby be coupled with the receiving member to secure the position of the all-terrain vehicle on the platform.

Abstract: A paper towel dispenser that includes an adjustable bracket for supporting a roll of paper towels. The adjustable bracket includes a pair of support plates that are adjustable to support rolls of a user selected width.

Abstract: The pizza support employs three holes in its platform to allow for stacking of two or more pizza supports, one on top of the other. This provides a reduction in the volume of the pizza supports and a cost savings in both storage and shipping.

Abstract: The container holding assembly includes a base defining a planar surface. The container holding assembly also includes a lid which is pivotally secured to the base at a pivot point offset from the base. A stabilizing arm is connected to the lid. The stabilizing arm is movable between a retracted position when the lid is in a closed position and a stabilizing position when the lid is in an open position. The stabilizing arm includes two back ends which move through slots defined by protrusions extending out from the interior surface of the lid. The container holding assembly also includes a linkage which extends between the stabilizing arm and the pivot point. The linkage orients the stabilizing arm when the back ends of the stabilizing arm transit the slots secured to the lid. A bale arm is pivotally secured to the linkage. The bale arm includes an extension and a container receiving arm.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an apparatus for positioning an electronic device with respect to a surface. The apparatus includes a cradle adapted to be releasably secured to the electronic device having a front and back side. The apparatus also includes a support adapted to be mounted to a surface. The apparatus has a connector that has a first and second end. The first end of the connector is slidably connected to the cradle wherein the cradle is adapted to move along its longitudinal axis. A pin pivotally couples the second end of the connector to the support. A user can selectively adjust the longitudinal and pivotal position of the cradle by grasping a handle located on the end of the pin and moving the cradle to a desired position. A user can fix the position of the cradle by turning the handle located on the pin thereby engaging the locking mechanism located on the connector and support.

Abstract: The invention relates to a retaining element of plastic having a captive fastening part located therein and to a method of mounting lines on an article. In this case, the retaining element has at least one line receptacle, at least one cavity for the captive accommodation of a fastening part, at least two pivotable tongues in the wall of the cavity, with in each case a retaining member directed into the cavity and intended for accommodating a radially projecting section of the fastening part in a preassembly position, a tool entry opening of the cavity, and a bearing surface, serving as final assembly position, on the bottom of the cavity. The cavity is preferably formed by three finger-like catch hooks.

Abstract: A beverage holding device with railing attachment including a pair of circular rings dimensioned for receiving a beverage therein. Exterior arcs of the circular rings each have a vertical support extending downwardly therefrom having a horizontal support extending therebetween. A C-shaped clamping portion is adapted for coupling with a tubular rail. The clamping portion is comprised of an upper arcuate member and a lower arcuate member. The arcuate members each have an interior edge and an exterior edge. The interior edges are pivotally coupled by a hinge bar. The hinge bar has a cross plate secured to an outer surface thereof. The cross plate is secured to the pair of circular rings. A locking assembly is coupled with the C-shaped clamping portion for selectively locking the clamping portion to the tubular rail.

Abstract: A step assembly for securing a step to hollow poles and like. The step assembly includes a lock bushing and a mounting base that have cooperating flats to prevent relative rotational movement between the pole-like structure and the step. More particularly, the step includes a first end portion with an arm and a flat. The first end portion extends through a hole in the pole-like structure to position the arm in the pole-like structure. The lock bushing also includes a flat that defines, in part, an interior hole that receives the first end portion of the step so that the flat can engage the flat on the step. The lock bushing also includes an exterior flat and can be received by a hole defined by the base such that a flat surface or edge on the base engages the exterior flat on the lock bushing. The flats prevent relative rotational motion between the pole-like structure and the step.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus installation structure has an adapter with rotatably supporting a rotating shaft, and having a bearing part having elongated holes that cause exposure of screw holes and a pin hole of a rotating shaft and a base part. A pin of the rotating shaft is pressed into the pin hole, thereby restraining thrust-direction movement, and also limiting the swinging range of the rotating shaft. Through holes are provided on a radio apparatus at locations corresponding to the screw holes on the rotating shaft, and mounting screws are used to fix the radio apparatus to the bearing part of the adapter.

Abstract: A telescoping rod includes a first end piece and a positioning seat pivotally mounted on the first end piece. An external rod is securely attached to the positioning seat. A polygonal shaft has one end securely mounted in and engaged to the first end piece. The polygonal shaft extends through the first end piece, the positioning seat and the external rod. A second end piece is movably received in the external rod and has a bottom. The second end piece is penetrated and driven by said polygonal shaft. A block eccentrically extends from the bottom of the second end piece. An elliptical sleeve is mounted on the second end piece and has a through hole defined to receive the block. The through hole of the elliptical sleeve has a diameter greater than that of the block of the second end piece and forms a gap between the elliptical sleeve and the block of the second end piece. The elliptical sleeve is driven to press against an interior, periphery of the external rod by the block of the second end piece.