Abstract: A flat packaged table which can be assembled using through screw fasteners and interlocking structures to create a table from flat stock such as plywood. The table when disassembled packs into a container which is less than 3 inches thick.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for assembling a recyclable foldable table made up of six cardboard members that flat-pack into a box for portability and storage are disclosed. In certain embodiments, a foldable table comprises at least one leg member, at least one support member, and at least one tabletop member. In some embodiments, an assembled foldable table may comprise a first leg member, a second leg member, a first tabletop member, a second tabletop member, a left support member, and a right support member. In many embodiments, various members may comprise a plurality of slits that allow members to slot together at specified locations to form an assembled foldable table. In many embodiments, the members are composed of cardboard. By utilizing a foldable table with cardboard members, a user can receive the benefits of a sturdy table without the cost and weight of an alternative table.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a structural element, in particular a furniture element and particularly preferably a kitchen furniture element, having at least two frame elements and having at least one connection part by which the frame elements are connected, wherein the frame elements span a space whose shape depends on the angle between the frame elements.

Abstract: A table apparatus includes first, second, and third work surfaces. The second work surface is pivotable with respect to the first work surface at a first pivot axis, and the third work surface is pivotable with respect to the first work surface at a second pivot axis that is parallel to and spaced apart from the first pivot axis. The table apparatus can include a controller configured to control a lighting device positioned between the first work surface and the second work surface and/or third work surface.

Abstract: A method of assembling a rack shelving unit including first and second side frames, at least one beam, and one or more tie bars. The beam can be coupled to the side frames, and the tie bar can be resiliently compressed and retained to secure the tie bar to the beam.

Abstract: The invention relates to a knock down table suitable for food preparation that includes extension legs and terminal legs that are interconnected with a threaded connector and threaded receiving plugs in the connecting ends of the extension and terminal legs. One of the receiving plugs in each connection protrudes from the end of its legs and is configured to extend into the connecting leg and abut with the receiving plug in the other leg.

Abstract: Described are passenger seat backs having tray tables pivotally coupled to the seat back frame and which rotate about a single axis. The tray table (20) may be directly connected to the seat back frame (10) without the need for a complex and heavy multi-axis pivot. The resulting seat and associated tray table are lighter, more compact, and easier to manufacture.

Abstract: A display apparatus, such as a table, for display consumer products, such as electronic devices, is disclosed. The table may include a display cavity for displaying products. The display cavity may include a transparent glass panel defining a top portion thereof so as to allow consumers to view products housed within the display cavity. A display fixture for holding a consumer product with the display cavity is disclosed. A kit for aligning a plurality of nodes on the display panel is also disclosed. A DC-to-DC converter that can receive a DC input voltage via a first standard receptacle connector, convert the DC input voltage to a DC output voltage using regulator circuitry and provide the DC output voltage at a second standard receptacle connector is also disclosed. The DC-to-DC converter can include a compact, cosmetic, minimalist housing for containing a space-efficient printed circuit board that includes the regulator circuitry.

Abstract: The invention relates to an active dynamic stool comprising the following: a seat part, a three-dimensional articulation system made up of at least three legs with foot parts at the lower end thereof, wherein the legs each have their upper end mounted on the seat part for movement on seat-part-mounted connecting articulations, such that the seat part can execute oscillating and circular movements in respect of its non-deflected rest position.

Abstract: A collapsible and portable deck system comprising: a) a collapsible support frame configured to support a deck base portion comprising a plurality of frame members coupled in a scissor structure and configured to be expanded from a collapsed position to an extended position, comprising i. a plurality of frame members, ii. a plurality of corner upright frame members; iii. a plurality of middle upright frame members; iv. a plurality of upper connector assemblies; and v. a plurality of lower connector assemblies; and b) a modular deck base portion, comprising i. at least two first deck support members, ii. a plurality of second deck support members, and iii. a plurality of interconnected deck boards.

Abstract: A collapsible pedestal is disclosed for use with a pet dish or fountain. The pedestal is made of several releasably attached legs. Preferably, all of the legs are of a substantially identical design. Each leg has a coupling hub that may be a pair of hinged, knuckle connection such that the legs may be freely rotatable. The pedestal can be collapsed into a collapsed condition, which accounts for a lesser volume than when the pedestal is in an operating condition. Additionally, the pedestal may be configured to be inverted such that different cradles can be used, each cradle configured to accommodate a bowl, dish, fountain, or other object of varying shapes or designs. Additional legs can be added to an existing pedestal.

Abstract: A portable standing desk device has a top board, four block assemblies each having a groove, a first base panel, and a second base panel. The first base panel has an open ended slot extending upwardly from a bottom surface of the base panel. The second base panel has an open ended slot extending downwardly from a top surface of the base panel. The open ended slots may be strengthened by U-shaped reinforcing elements. In an assembled condition, the first base panel and the second base panel form a base having a letter X shape. The first base panel and the second base panel may be coupled with angle adjusters to be assembled with different top boards having different sets of block assemblies. In a storage condition, the portable standing desk device is compactly packed.

Abstract: An improved portable folding table includes a folding frame and a table top supported by the folding frame. The folding frame includes a connecting sleeve, supporting blocks, supporting rods coupled to the connecting sleeve and the supporting blocks and first/second cross-bars coupled to the supporting blocks. The table top includes a tablecloth, third/fourth cross-bars at the bottom of the tablecloth and coupled to the supporting blocks, auxiliary cross-bars positioned between the third and fourth cross-bars and holders fixedly attached to the bottom of the tablecloth to receive ends of the auxiliary cross-bars. The holders prevent the auxiliary cross-bars from sliding out during normal operation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lightweight collapsible portable and configurable furniture. In one embodiment, a table includes a collapsible top with optional slat(s), a collapsible top support frame, a collapsible leg frame and leg extenders. The top support frame provides tension to the top. The leg frame is coupled to top support frame. The leg extenders extend independently from the leg frame to provide stability. In another embodiment, a cot includes collapsible top(s), corresponding pair(s) of support bars and legs. The legs are coupled to the support bar pairs to provide support and tension to the top(s).

Abstract: The Christmas tree supporting table includes a box support, a circular tabletop that has a hole about the middle and is divided into two sections that are hingedly connected. The box support contains the Christmas tree stand and a power strip for powering the Christmas tree lights. The circular tabletop folds flat upon the box and the Christmas tree stand and base of the Christmas tree. The supporting table elevates the Christmas tree, hides the Christmas tree stand, and provides a hiding place for a power strip to supply electricity to the Christmas tree lights.

Abstract: A shelving system includes one or more shelving units. Each shelving unit has posts each post having one or more indents, connectors with slots for mounting the post and one or more shelves. Each shelf has protrusions on a periphery to insert into one of the connector slots. Each shelving unit and shelving system can be assembled, disassembled, and adjusted without the use of tools or other components. The shelving units can be assembled together to create a multiple shelving unit system without the use of tools or other components.

Abstract: An adjustable portable cutting board has a cutting surface and at least two adjustable legs. The adjustable legs are coupled to a bottom side of the cutting surface and may adjust in length, wherein the legs include a locking device to lock the legs at a desired length. The legs are also pivotable between an opened position and a closed position, wherein the opened position allows the cutting board legs to be placed on a work surface and elevate the cutting surface to the desired height and the closed position rotates the legs into a position substantially parallel with the cutting surface for transporting. The cutting board also includes a handle for carrying the cutting board. The cutting board is completely submersible in water or other liquids and the legs also include a drain aperture for draining any water and drying any moisture that enters within the legs.

Abstract: Plug joint system and method of use are described for collapsible furniture. This new type of furniture joinery results in furniture which can quickly and easily be assembled, disassembled, transported, stored and reassembled. The joint comprises a tapered plug, a square hole at the top end of one furniture part for receiving the plug, and another furniture part with an opening through which the first furniture part is inserted. Each corner of the square hole has a vertical relief cut, allowing the four sides to expand outward when the plug is driven into the hole, securely fixing the two furniture parts together. The plug can easily be dislodged from the square hole by applying pressure from the bottom of the hole.

Abstract: A collapsible table comprising a table top that is both removable and foldable and a leg assembly that is fully collapsible and that comprises six sliding points. The table top attaches to the leg assembly by inserting hooks on horizontal arms of the leg assembly into apertures on the side surfaces of the folding table top and then pressing the table top flat onto the leg assembly.

Abstract: A system of interconnecting structural components for supporting and forming suspended concrete slabs that allow removal of form panels without disturbing the slab support posts (shores). Additional features of the system accommodate changes in suspended slab thickness, horizontal slab dimensions that are not multiples of the basic component dimensions, slab edge cantilevered form panels, attachment to walls and remote manipulation of form panels from the floor below using an erection staff. The primary system components are panels, support posts, telescopic beams, adjustable hanger connections, wall hangers, wall beams, raking shore assemblies and erection/stripping staffs. Form panels are directly supported by the shores without the use of an intermediate member (usually a beam) that is common practice in the concrete forming industry. The system reduces the number of required components that in turn reduces the capital cost to the user and improves his labor efficiency and quality of the concrete surface.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a collapsible stand for a bench-top power tool, and a portable power tool therefore. The stand includes a plurality of legs spaced about a central axis and pivotally interconnected by a plurality of cross members. Each leg has an upper end for supporting the power tool and a lower end for contacting an underlying support surface in an expanded position of the stand. The stand may be collapsed wherein the legs and cross members collectively converge toward the central axis as the legs and cross members each translate towards an orientation that is parallel to the central axis.

Abstract: Method and apparatus providing a rest member having a support surface and a stand for the rest member, with the rest member having a plural multiplicity of apertures therein to permit the adjustment in height thereof with respect to the stand, which can take the form of an expandable member associated with the rest member and being contractable as well as expandable inwardly and outwardly and accompanied by means for inhibiting the separation of the rest member from stand after the rest member has been positioned on the stand.

Abstract: An improved structure assembly-type table leg that in addition to facilitating shipping, affords exceptional sturdiness and greater attractiveness when assembled. To provide for freight forwarding convenience, a slot is articulated in a predetermined area along the end sections of frame members, a quantity of holes are arrayed in the same end sections, and an opening is formed in each of the two adjacent sides at the top end of the table leg members. The span of the opening is directly proportional to the width of the frame member, enabling the insertion of the frame member and the mortising of the slot within the opening such that the top ends of the frame members and the table leg members are even with each other when they are assembled. The fastening screws utilized to assemble the invention herein are not visible, effectively enhancing exterior appearance, while supporting assembly and disassembly to conserve space and facilitate shipping.

Abstract: A table includes a support structure comprising a first wire support and a second wire support. Each of the first and second wire supports comprises opposite ends that are joined to define a first and second foot. A portion of each of the first and second wire supports form a first and second support platform respectively. A work surface is supported on the first and second support platforms. In another aspect, a preferred embodiment of the support structure further comprises a first and second cap member disposed on an upper surface of the work surface and connected to the first and second support platforms such that the work surface is clamped therebetween. In another aspect, an accessory includes a mounting portion that is disposed between a first surface of a work surface and one of the support platform and the cap member. The cap member is connected to the support platform with the mounting portion clamped between one of the support platform and the cap member and the work surface.

Abstract: A knock-down type support stand especially suited for aquariums or other heavy objects employs double walled support legs that are each formed of inner and outer sleeves of tubing. Upper and a lower horizontal frames act as supports for the objects. Attached to each outside corner of both of the frames is a corresponding one of a plurality of vertical hollow sleeves, each of which is of the same cross sectional dimension as the outer hollow sleeves in the support legs. The inner sleeves for each of the support legs are inserted into the vertical hollow sleeves in the frames, while the outer hollow sleeves for the support legs engage the top ends of the vertical hollow sleeves on the lower frame and the bottom ends of the vertical hollow sleeves on the upper frame. The stand preferably uses tight, friction fit tolerances to increase sturdiness and can be easily assembled without any fasteners.

Abstract: A modular workstation comprising a plurality of abutting arcuate bases. Each base is comprised of a pair of spaced, parallel inner and outer panel segments oriented generally vertically, with the inner panel segment being offset vertically in relation to the outer panel segment. A web extends between the two panel segments, and the panel segments and the web comprise a unitary body. A series of the bases are joined together, and a generally horizontal worksurface is provided, supported on the inner panel segments. A plurality of legs supports the bases at a predetermined elevation. A reference shelf and privacy canopy can be included in the workstation.

Abstract: A foldable table top for use with a portable table frame includes a plurality of longitudinal table strips laying side by side, a connecting band extended perpendicularly across the longitudinal table strips for connecting the longitudinal table strips side by side together to form a table top-board, a pair of crossing bands extended across and affixed to the longitudinal table strips in a “X” manner, and a securing device for securely mounting the table top on the collapsible table frame. The plurality of longitudinal strips are made of rigid and tensile material, interconnected by bands of stretchable material running diagonally in a crossing pattern and running vertically along the bottom surface of the table in such a manner as to allow the table to be stretched when placed on the portable table frame for use and to be easily folded for storage.

Abstract: A knock-down table comprises a top frame and attachable legs. The top frame comprises a horizontal surface with a lip about its perimeter, and walls depending downward from the underside of the top frame. An interchangeable table top is placed on the top frame within the confines of the lip. Each downward depending walls has a cutout at each top end corner to form a channel at each underside corner of the top frame. Extending downward from the top frame and in close proximity to each channel is a bolt assembly and a locator pin.A plurality of tapered, flanged legs that are roughly L-shaped in cross section are secured to each corner of the top frame by the bolt assemblies. The flanged legs are tapered so that the wider portions of the tapered legs each are proximate to the top frame and extend partially over the downward depending walls when assembled. Located at the top end of the flanged legs are plates, each having a slot and a guide hole therethrough.

Abstract: An architectural construction game including a building board is described herein. The building board includes a rectangular rigid board having recessed cavities in three corners and a transparent protecting sheet. A piece of VELCRO-type hook fastening material is provided in each cavity while pieces of VELCRO-type loop fastening material are provided on the undersurface of the protecting sheet so as to overly the cavities. The contact between the VELCRO-type hook fastening material and the VELCRO-type loop fastening material maintain the protective sheet onto the board. A plan may be inserted between the board and the protective sheet so as to assist in the assembly of an architectural construction.

Abstract: A table that is useful alone and in combination with a tray and/or other inserts supported atop the table. The table is of a unitary molded plastic construction and is configured for nested stacking with like tables for convenient and compact storage and handling. The table has a top surface of regular polygonal shape with four truncated corners, and a plurality of legs depending from the table top at respective ones of the truncated corners. The legs, going from top to bottom, diverge outwardly with each being in the form of a channel that opens inwardly for nested receipt of a corresponding leg of a subjacent table of like construction. The table top has an upstanding marginal rim extending along the peripheral edge of the top surface thereof, and the marginal rim functions to prevent objects from rolling or sliding off the top surface and/or as containment structure for an insert such as a decorative panel and/or a removable tray that may have a design printed thereon.

Abstract: An article of furniture such as a table, having four sides connected to each other by corner hinges. Two of the sides are each formed as two halves hinged together and normally rigidified by top rails, and by a horizontal work support panel located between the sides. When the work support panel is lifted and removed from the front, and the top rails are removed, the hinged sides can be folded inwardly so that the table frame assumes a relatively flat configuration. The front side of the table can be formed as two separate pieces, in which case the intermediate hinges in the sides can be removed. The table can also be made in a three-sided configuration, or in a bookshelf or cabinet configuration.

Abstract: A snap-on shelf for use in a refrigerator has a shelf panel with a perimeter edge and a perimeter rim molded about the perimeter edge. Attachment clips are molded in one piece with the perimeter rim and releasably couple with a support frame for supporting the shelf panel. In one embodiment, attachment clips may be arranged at front and back rim regions for a fixed shelf configuration. In an alternative embodiment, attachment clips may be arranged at left and right sides of the perimeter rim and slidingly engage the frame for a sliding shelf configuration. Further, the shelf panel may be a separate piece from the perimeter rim or may alternatively be molded in one piece with the perimeter rim and the attachment clips. As another option, a slide for receiving and supporting a separate member in sliding engagement under the shelf panel may be used. As a further option, the attachment clips and perimeter rim may be adapted for use with a preexisting support frame.

Abstract: A movable utility cart includes a frame and a tray assembly appended to the frame. A latch assembly is provided to move between an engaged position coupling the tray assembly to the frame and a disengaged position uncoupling the tray assembly from the frame.

Abstract: The invention is a readily adjustable work station. The invention includes a manual or machine driven linkage for adjusting the vertical position of a work station top surface in a level manner. This linkage includes rack and gear sets associated with movable supporting columns that support the work station top surface and a rotational transfer means that ensures that rotational energy from a driving means is evenly imparted to the rack and gear sets. Alternatively, the mechanical linkage may comprise ball plunger screws rather than rack and gear sets.The invention also includes an apparatus for manually adjusting the angular orientation of the work station top surface, and an apparatus for adjusting the clearance between the stationary support structure and the movable support structure.

Abstract: A base panel for use with building blocks has a top surface, edges defining the perimeter of said surface, a circumferential wall extending downwardly from the edges, and a plurality of bores defining a grid in said surface. The bores are square, each side of the bore having a dimension X. The distance between each bore is no greater than 1/2X. However, the distance between an outer edge of the bores and the edges of the panel is at least X so that a block which fits in the bores and spans the space between the bores, can not be positioned so that a portion of the block overhangs the panel. The panel removably rests on a support.

Abstract: A standing table with a hollow formed pedestal and a table top. The pedestal is hollow and is formed radially symmetrically, tapering upwardly. The central region of the table top is implemented so that it can be connected, through form-fitting, with upper edge regions of the pedestal. The standing table is stackable, while including a continuous table top and a separate pedestal.

Abstract: A table having three major components, top, shelf and base, all constructed of light-weight wood or other light-weight materials and constructed so that the table is easily and quickly assembled and disassembled without the need for tools. All three parts simply fit together and have a handle or a hand-hole for carrying. Such a table provides art and drafting students an economical and light-weight drafting table which can be easily carried and set up. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the folding portable drafting table includes a folding, three panel base, a shelf adapted to be received between the panels of the base, and a removable top adapted to be placed over the base and having depending rails which form grooves therebetween adapted to receive the upper ends of the side panels of the base. The table is easily disassembled by lifting the top off the base, pulling the shelf out, and folding the side panels against the center panel of the base.

Abstract: The heat distribution plate provides controlled flare-up through a system of drop-in distribution plates having holes or slots to allow dripping fats to be ignited. Good heat uniformity across the entire grill is afforded, and the controlled flare-up provided by the holes are slots gives the food a barbecued rather than baked flavor. The distribution plates are held in position in the containment casting by engaging flanges on the casting. The flanges are arranged to minimize the air gap between adjacent edges of the plates.

Abstract: On a table (10), a support element (14, 15) is provided on the table leg (13) and below the tabletop (11). This support element is pivotable about the vertical axis of the table leg (13). When the support element (14, 15) is pivoted outward, it can serve as a support for a tabletop (21) and is formed accordingly. The tabletop (21) has an elongated engagement element (24) on its underside, which element upon connection positively engages the inside of a corresponding elongated recess (23) of the support element (14, 15). A table connection formed in this way is very stable, and makes it possible for the thus-formed table arrangement to be moved about practically like a rigid unit. Also, it is possible for a single person without additional help, using this connection device, to couple one table (10) to an adjacent tabletop (21).

Abstract: A knock-down keyboard stand is provided and consists of legs that can be removed from a table top and be stored within a compartment in the bottom of the table top to make the stand compact when not in use.

Abstract: A folding table device (10,10a) comprising a removable table top (11, 11a,11b) and a hinged frame assembly (12,12b). The frame assembly has recesses (26,27) or a detent-and-recess (30,34) arrangement for neatly securing the table top for storage in a vertical position in which the table top is held when the frame assembly is folded. The removable top, held in place with horizontal stops (25a,25b) may be reversible, with a different pattern or material on each major side, or may have a routed perimeter (A) to nest in the top of the frame assembly for a securer fit.

Abstract: A portable seat having a stable three-legged frame, one leg of the frame being bifurcated with each of its bifurcations being coupled such that the remaining two legs may be drawn close to or away from each other. A seating element is releasably coupled to the top of the frame and maintains it in its useful position. The seating element may be coupled to the side of the frame when the frame is folded for storage or transport. Footrests are provided by the coupling of horizontal members to the frame at various positions thereon.

Abstract: An operating room instrument table assembly is formed of a plurality of modular table units each having a base frame with castor wheel supports, a table top support frame and a removable table top for positioning instruments, the removable table top being sterilizable as a unit with the instruments. The modular table tops may include receptacles and may be positioned above a drawer. A vertical wall for hanging instruments and a fluorescent light may also be included.

Abstract: A system, including apparatus and methods, which facilitates the use of dutch ovens, usually combined with a charcoal heating source, in outdoor cooking. The first apparatus is a safe, independent, time-efficient device which quickly preheats charcoal briquettes contained in a portable hopper, accomplishing the same by means of a self-contained, transportable, propane-fueled burner. A second apparatus is a sturdy, portable cooking stand, which, in the "as used" position, provides a safe, elevated site whereupon the charcoal heating source and a plurality of dutch ovens can be conveniently placed for cooking purposes, and which, in the "as transported" position, is disassembled and may be carried facilely to more desired locations. The third apparatus is a T-handled dutch oven and dutch oven lid lifting device whereby said ovens and/or lids may be conveniently and safely removed from and replaced on the heating source.

Abstract: Knockdown furniture composed of four basic components in the forms of side panels, posts, pilasters and a continuous top all of which may be easily releasably joined together in any of a variety of configurations to provide various articles of furniture. A post is releasably disconnected to each end of a panel and pilaster at each corner interconnects the posts.

Abstract: A leg support structure is disclosed for use with a removable table leaf to enable the table leaf to be used as a separate stand alone table. The support structure includes a pair of side support members which support the table leaf along the longitudinal side edges thereof and includes vertical leg portions for supporting the structure on a floor. A pair of end support brackets are attached to corresponding legs from the two side support members to form a rectangular support structure for the table leaf. The side support members are constructed such that the length can be varied to accommodate table leaves of various lengths and the end support brackets are constructed so that the width of the leg support structure can also be varied to accommodate leaves of various widths.

Abstract: A rigid carrying case (20) having a handle and a hinge in the center, is combined with a removable flat top (22) that is attached when opened forming a portable table. Legs (52) are stored within housings (32) located inside of the case (20) and are released by depressing an actuator (64) protruding outside of the case perimeter. The legs (52) cross each other thereby holding them rigidly in place with assistance of a non-slipping resilient bumper (60) on the end of each leg. The housing (32) is attached inside the case (20) with a housing cap (36) on one end and restraining means on the other consisting of a locknut (44), spacer (46), locknut with a lip (48), and an "O" ring (50). A second embodiment adds a separable leg extension (80), and a third embodiment adds length to the legs (52) utilizing a second telescoping leg (82).

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting a tabletop to support legs is disclosed featuring a connector having a flexible tail. A closure having a mounting bead is superimposed over the connector which is mounted to the end of each table leg. An interference fit between the connector and the closure fixes the position of the tabletop with respect to the support legs.

Abstract: A workbench which includes a workpiece supporting panel carried by a trestle. A clamping device rigidly attaches a manually operated machine tool to an underside of the supporting panel. The machine tool may, for example, be a circular saw, a compass saw, or a router. The supporting panel is provided with at least one cutout for accommodating a portion of the tool of the machine tool such as, for example, a saw blade or a cutter. To simplify the mounting of the manually operated machine tool on the underside of the supporting panel, the supporting panel is adapted to be pivoted from an operative position into a mounting position through an angle of 180.degree. with a locking device being provided for both rotational positions. A slot insert of a chippable material can be provided in the cutout to avoid the danger that pieces of hard metal will fly off the blade if the blade shifts sideways while sawing.

Abstract: The present invention discloses component elements for building any desired furniture structure comprising vertical columns having orifices for receipt of fasteners, such as screws and horizontal support members that are connected to the vertical columns. The horizontal supports have a body portion with orifices that communicate with the column orifices for passage of a fastener therethrough. The horizontal supports also have at least one support end portion projecting from the body portion and a rib projecting from the support member generally perpendicular to the body and the end portions. Other horizontal support embodiments are shown, suitable for constructing shelves or display cases.