Patents by Inventor Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
Odd N. Oddsen, Jr. has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 8931748Abstract: An extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts a spring coupled to a cable is used, the cable being routed along a bearing surface and then attached within the articulating portion. In some embodiments, the bearing surface may be located on a pivotable member that rotates in correspondence with the articulating portion. In various embodiments, the spring may be located within the articulating arm, a base portion in operative engagement with the articulating portion, or entirely external to the extension arm.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2010Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: 8919716Abstract: A tilter assembly is disclosed which comprises a pair of springs, each of which is coupled to the tilter body and the center tilt mount, that provide a counterbalance force to support the weight of a user device which is attached to the tilter. A bushing, which is capable of providing force to a friction cylinder which permits rotation of the tilter about an axis, is adjustable vis-à-vis the friction cylinder via a set screw to provide additional counterbalance force to the tilter to support the weight of the user device.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2013Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Bradley A. Derry
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Patent number: 8720838Abstract: The present application teaches an extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion, via the operation of a counter-balancing mechanism. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts, the counter-balancing mechanism employs a spring coupled to a chain at a first end, the chain being connected at its opposite end to a pivoting member with which it interacts to support the articulating portion of the extension arm and any objects connected thereto.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Publication number: 20140001331Abstract: A tilter assembly is disclosed which comprises a pair of springs, each of which is coupled to the tilter body and the center tilt mount, that provide a counterbalance force to support the weight of a user device which is attached to the tilter. A bushing, which is capable of providing force to a friction cylinder which permits rotation of the tilter about an axis, is adjustable vis-à-vis the friction cylinder via a set screw to provide additional counterbalance force to the tilter to support the weight of the user device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2013Publication date: January 2, 2014Applicant: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, JR., Bradley A. Derry
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Patent number: 8523131Abstract: A tilter assembly is disclosed which comprises a pair of springs, each of which is coupled to the tilter body and the center tilt mount, that provide a counterbalance force to support the weight of a user device which is attached to the tilter. A bushing, which is capable of providing force to a friction cylinder which permits rotation of the tilter about an axis, is adjustable vis-à-vis the friction cylinder via a set screw to provide additional counterbalance force to the tilter to support the weight of the user device.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2010Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: 8356785Abstract: An extension arm apparatus is provided for mounting devices such as flat panel monitors above a workspace. The apparatus includes upper and lower channels connected to a pair of endcaps. One endcap may connect to the workspace and the other endcap may connect to an extension arm or to the device to be mounted. At least one of the channels includes a reinforcement structure providing additional support to the apparatus. The reinforcement structure is tapered. A forearm extension may also include a reinforcement structure. The endcaps may have interior spacers that provide clearance for the sidewalls of the channels, which may be fabricated without parting lines.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2010Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Howard M. Williams, Jr.
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Publication number: 20120279044Abstract: An extension arm suitable for mounting a flat-screen electronic peripheral device, including a forearm extension having at one end a first coupling for attachment to a tilter, a platform or other means for supporting a flat-screen device and at the other end a second coupling. The extension arm also includes a pair of end caps, each having a shaft. The shaft of the first end cap is pivotably rotatable in a support mount, such as a wall, desk or pole mount. The shaft of the second end cap is pivotably rotatable in the second coupling of the forearm extension. The extension arm also includes an upper channel and a lower channel. Each channel has at opposite ends a pair of integrally cast rollers which are pivotably attached to each of the end caps.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2012Publication date: November 8, 2012Applicant: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventor: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Publication number: 20120267497Abstract: An extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts a spring coupled to a cable is used, the cable being routed along a bearing surface and then attached within the articulating portion. In some embodiments, the bearing surface may be located on a pivotable member that rotates in correspondence with the articulating portion. In various embodiments, the spring may be located within the articulating arm, a base portion in operative engagement with the articulating portion, or entirely external to the extension arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2010Publication date: October 25, 2012Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, JR., David VanDuzer
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Publication number: 20120153117Abstract: The present application teaches an extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion, via the operation of a counter-balancing mechanism. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts, the counter-balancing mechanism employs a spring coupled to a chain at a first end, the chain being connected at its opposite end to a pivoting member with which it interacts to support the articulating portion of the extension arm and any objects connected thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2011Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, JR., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: 8074949Abstract: The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Thus, the arm may be positioned as desired, as such force adjustment stabilizes the arm.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Steve Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Howard M. Williams, Jr., David VanDuzer, Robert Altonji
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Patent number: 7967265Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a horizontally supportable beam and one or more mounting brackets for coupling an electronic device thereto. The beam is supportable from any number of support surfaces. The mounting brackets are provided with a projection to prevent twisting of the bracket during installation on the beam. One or more circular ribs within the bracket accommodate the use of curved beams. The mounting brackets enable positioning of the electronic device longitudinally along the beam at predetermined positions.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2004Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Bradley A. Derry
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Publication number: 20110084188Abstract: A tilter assembly is disclosed which comprises a pair of springs, each of which is coupled to the tilter body and the center tilt mount, that provide a counterbalance force to support the weight of a user device which is attached to the tilter. A bushing, which is capable of providing force to a friction cylinder which permits rotation of the tilter about an axis, is adjustable vis-à-vis the friction cylinder via a set screw to provide additional counterbalance force to the tilter to support the weight of the user device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2010Publication date: April 14, 2011Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, JR., Bradley A. Derry
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Patent number: 7922137Abstract: The present invention provides a device for holding a laptop computer or other portable devices. The laptop is placed on a support having a generally planar surface. A pair of adjustable arm members is pivotally connected to the support. The user may adjust one or both of the arm members to accommodate portable devices of different sizes. Clips or other connectors are used to secure the laptop to the holding device. The clips connect to the arm members and to the support. The clips may have one or more components, and may be configured to slide along the arm members and the support. The support may include a number of projections that can be arranged in an X-shaped configuration. A release plate or other connector couples the holding device to an extension assembly. The release plate provides a quick release from a tilting device of the extension assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2006Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: D661572Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D670554Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2012Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D674807Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: D675905Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2012Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D684158Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2012Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: D702217Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2012Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D712907Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2013Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.