Abstract: A foldable phone support is provided as a flat sheet of card stock and is marked or perforated with a template which is removed from the flat sheet then folded into a 3-dimensional structure having a horizontally-extending base portion and a vertically-extending back portion. The base portion has two arms (wings), and features may be provided on the top edges of the base portion to inhibit or prevent the phone from sliding off of the support. Three-sided and four-sided supports are disclosed.

Abstract: A case for an electronic device includes a panel having a plurality of turned edges. Certain of the plurality of turned edges comprise different heights that may expose certain elements or portions of the corresponding electronic device. The panel may further comprise an opening for exposing a speaker, microphone, camera, audio jack, button, tab or other element of the electronic device.

Abstract: A display installation apparatus and a multi-display including the same are discussed. The display installation apparatus can include a first position setting part inserted into a guide rail to be slidably moved in a first direction, and selectively fixed in a first position in the first direction; a second position setting part positioned at the first position setting part to be slidably moved in a second direction, and selectively fixed in a second position in the second direction; a third position setting part positioned at the second position setting part to be moved in a third direction, and selectively fixed in a third position in the third direction; and a fastening part provided in a display and detachably attached to the third position setting part to install the display into the display installation apparatus.

Abstract: A containing module includes a connection casing, a tubular member, and first and second connection members. A tubular structure extends inwardly from a first end portion of the connection casing and has first and second guide portions. The first guide portion extends inwardly from the tubular structure. The second guide portion extends from the first guide portion. The first and second connection members are pivoted to a second end portion of the connection casing. A protruding point protrudes from the tubular member corresponding to the first guide portion. The protruding point is movable along the first guide portion and the second guide portion.

Abstract: A display device is a display device 1 that includes a display unit main body that displays a video, two struts each of which has one end installed in the display unit main body, and a base on which both of the other ends of the two struts are installed, and includes a reversed installation prevention unit that prevents the two struts from being reversely installed in the display unit main body and the base, in which the two struts are formed by folding metal plates, which have the same shape, in opposite directions with respect to front and back sides and providing column shapes having different shapes with fold line directions as longitudinal directions.

Abstract: A supporting device including an upright, a diverting structure, a connecting element, a holder, and a counter-weight module is provided. The diverting structure includes a first diverting element disposed on the upright, and the connecting element is partially winding up the first diverting element. The holder is linked to the connecting element or the diverting structure. The holder is to support the display, and is slidably abutting against the upright. The counter-weight module is connected with the connecting element, slidably abutting against the upright, and opposite to the holder. When an external force is applied to move the display relative to the upright and the connecting element drives the counter-weight module to move simultaneously. When the external force is removed, the display is able to stop relative to the upright.

Abstract: A display apparatus includes a display assembly, and a mounting device on which the display assembly is supported. The mounting device may include a stand having a supporting boss, a rail disposed on a rear surface of the display assembly, and configured to move the display assembly in a straight line direction with respect to the supporting boss, and a rotation guide disposed at an end of the rail such that the display assembly rotates with respect to the supporting boss, wherein the display assembly is rotatable when the supporting boss is positioned on the rotation guide.

Abstract: A protective cover for a touch panel comprises a cover and an adhesive layer formed on a surface of the cover. The protective cover is bulge-shaped, and defines a plurality of gaps. The gaps are regularly spaced from each other. The gaps are located at a joint between the top portion and the connection portion and at a joint between the connection portion and the wing portion. The gap reduces a springback phenomenon of the connection portion after being curved.

Abstract: Example implementations relate to computing devices with movable input/output (I/O) connectors. For example, a computing device may include a chassis of the computing device and an I/O connector to connect an I/O device to the computing device. The I/O connector may be movable about an axis relative to the chassis by at least 180 degrees such that the I/O connector is accessible from multiple sides of the chassis.

Abstract: A multi-functional handle system and method can include: providing a base component; rotateably affixing a middle component to the base component; and coupling a handle to the middle component, and the handle including: a closed configuration with the middle component within a recess of the handle, a handle magnet and a middle component magnet engaged, and the handle and the middle component secured in one position relative to the base component based on the base component being in contact with the handle within the recess, a semi-closed configuration with the handle rotateable with respect to the base component, and an open configuration with the handle freely moveable about a hinge pin based on the handle magnet and the middle component magnet not being engaged.

Abstract: An elevation-adjustable display screen support arm includes arm shaft with box-like shaft body, balance adjustment mechanism accommodated in box-like shaft body and including gear train, first sliding tooth rack, second sliding tooth rack and tension spring, and display screen mounting head including body block, first guideway, second guideway and connection panel. When adjusting the elevation of the supported display screen, body block is driven to move first sliding tooth rack in rotating gear train, causing gear train to move second sliding tooth rack in driving actuating plate to stretch or compress tension spring, and thus, rotation of gear train causes tension spring to provide a corresponding torque that is acted upon first sliding tooth rack to control upward or downward movement of display screen mounting head and supported display screen in stepless manner.

Abstract: A charging bracket for charging a consumer electronic product includes a first end, a second end, a connecting portion connecting the first end, a second end, a connecting portion, a first connector located at the first end and cooperating with the consumer electronic product, a second connector connecting with the first connector electrically, a coil located on the connecting portion, a wired charging loop comprising the first connector and the second connector and a wireless charging loop comprising the first connector and the coil, wherein the connecting portion is bendable to lie on a plane different from a plane defined by the first end and the second end.

Abstract: A base is provided for installation of an HVAC system which allows for high efficiency air intake. The HVAC base and air return system provides for intake of air simultaneously through the bottom and side of a furnace unit. The HVAC base and air return system allow for installation and use of a wider filter box.

Abstract: A kickstand for an electronic device includes a standing leg, a base and an adhesive provided on a surface of the base so that the base can be attached to the protective case. The kickstand further includes a shaft and the standing leg is pivoted on the base. The base includes a first opening and a second opening to receive both ends of the shaft, and the shaft is substantially in a shape of a cylinder and includes a head, a body, and a bottom. The shaft further includes a cylindrical hole formed on the bottom and a metal pin is received in the cylindrical hole. The diameter of the head is greater than that of the body. Additionally, the diameter of the bottom is greater than that of the body.

Abstract: A communication terminal, a terminal body of which is fixed at various tilting angles, is disclosed. The communication terminal has a terminal body, a slider detachably coupled to the terminal body, and a stand coupled to the slider which is slidably moved to and from the stand. The stand supports the terminal body by the slider. The slider has a plurality of engagement portions arranged in a longitudinal direction of the slider. A rotation lever disposed in the stand releasably engages one of the engagement portions. The rotation lever is biased by a spring to releasably engage the engagement portions.

Abstract: The invention is directed multipurpose support device for supporting an item such as a laptop computer or a book. The support device has a base that is adapted to be coupled to a structural support, such as a mobile cart, a desk, a sofa or a wall.

Abstract: A device capable of retaining a portable electronic component includes a frame having a front surface and a rear surface and a handle coupled to the rear surface of the frame, wherein the handle is movable between a retracted position and a plurality of extended positions with respect to the rear surface of the frame along an axis of rotation that is horizontally offset from a vertical centerline of the frame. The rear surface of the frame may include a recessed handle receiving well having a depth capable of housing a portion of the handle in its retracted position. The handle may have a depth dimension approximately equal to the handle receiving well of the rear surface of the frame such that the handle in its retracted position is generally flush with the rear surface of the frame.

Abstract: The invention relates to a target processing tool, comprising a target carrier guidance assembly, said target carrier guidance assembly comprising: a guide surface having a longitudinal axis in a first direction, a target carrier for carrying and displacing a target along said first direction, a bearing support mounted to the target carrier by means of a flexible mount, a bearing arranged between the guide surface and the bearing support, and a biasing element, connected to the target carrier and to the bearing support, adapted for biasing said bearing support along a second direction against the bearing, wherein preferably said second direction is perpendicular to said first direction.

Abstract: A portable support for supporting equipment above a surface having an opening to a subsurface space. The support includes a head, an elevator on the head, and legs connected to the head for supporting the head above the surface. Each of the legs has a foot for engaging the surface when supporting the head above the surface. The support also includes an elongate rod vertically mounted on the elevator for movement between a raised position, in which an upper end of the rod extends above the head, and a lowered position, in which a lower end of the rod extends below the feet of the legs to extend into the subsurface space. The support includes an instrument platform positionable on the lower end of the rod when in the lowered position to support the equipment in the subsurface space when the rod is in the lowered position.

Abstract: The water jug attachment is an essentially rectangular support device wherein the rectangular device is supported by three legs, wherein the single rear leg is mounted in the center of the back of the rectangular device and operates as a jack in order to lift and support the rear of the jug and tilt it toward the spout or spigot as the volume in the jug declines due to use allowing the water in the jug to pour out of the spigot.

Abstract: A holder for a flashlight includes a base from which a flexible shaft extends. The base has a permanent magnet for attaching the holder onto or adjacent to the workpiece. The shaft has a first end attached to the base and comprises an elongated, flexible metal core that preferably is surrounded by a resilient coating. The material of the shaft is such that when the shaft is bent into a given shape around flashlight, the core retains the given shape to hold onto the flashlight.

Abstract: A display fixture includes a fixed component including a product receiving portion and an elongated spine portion, a first adjustable component insertably engaged with the elongated spine portion and including a product receiving portion and an adjustment portion, a second adjustable component insertably engaged with the elongated spine portion and including a product receiving portion and an adjustment portion, a third adjustable component insertably engaged with the elongated spine portion and including a product receiving portion and an adjustment portion. The first adjustable component operates to slidably adjust a distance between the product receiving portion of the fixed component and the product receiving portion of the first adjustable component, while the second adjustable component and the third adjustable component operate to slidably adjust a distance between the product receiving portion of the second adjustable component and the product receiving portion of the third adjustable component.

Abstract: A seat adjuster may include an end stop bracket and an adjustable end stop lever. An adjustable end stop lever may be configured to rotate between a first position in which the adjustable end stop lever engages the end stop bracket and prevents movement of a seat from a comfort range into an easy entry range, and a second position in which the adjustable end stop does not prevent movement of the seat from the comfort range into the easy entry range.

Abstract: A Modular Handle And Stand For Electronic Devices is disclosed that aids the use of cameras, smartphones, portable music players, tablet computers, or multiple such devices used in tandem. The modular system is comprised of a handle, various accessory heads, a means of attachment, and an optional charging battery enclosed in the handle for charging the attached device(s). The modularity of the design allows the device to be easily adapted to multiple device types, as well as a plurality of devices. It allows a device to be attached to the handle with or without that device being placed within a case or enclosure, and creates the option of using the internal cavity of the handle to be used for hosting a removable battery or for storage. The invention may be used as a handle for capturing video or still images, as a multi-position stand that replaces the need to carry a standard tripod, and may be expanded with additional modules to support current and future devices and accessories.

Abstract: A clamping apparatus is provided, including a base unit, a movable unit, a carrier unit, a clamping element located on base unit and two stop elements located on carrier unit; wherein the base unit includes a placement surface for placing an electronic device; the movable unit partially extends into base unit and can move linearly; the carrier unit is detachably disposed at movable unit; the clamping element and stop elements protrude respectively on two sides of placement surface so that electronic device can be clamped between clamping element and two stop elements. The feature is that the stop elements have an arc shape and are partially engaged to carrier unit with elasticity to expand outward, and maximum clamping distance between two stop elements is increased when applying external force. As such, when the size of electronic device changes by protective cover, the clamping apparatus still maintains good clamping effect.

Abstract: Provided is an external structure configured to be attached to or detached from an electronic device having a concave portion formed on a surface of a housing, and a connection connector provided in a position of the concave portion receding from the surface of the housing, the concave portion having a cross-sectional shape enabling locking of the external structure, the external structure including a first fitting unit configured to be fitted to the connection connector.

Abstract: A supporting apparatus used for medical treatment includes a support arm in which a leading end side is coupled to a supporting unit supporting an endoscope, and a moving arm that is coupled to a base end side of the support arm, the moving arm moving the supporting unit and supporting the supporting unit in a moved position of the supporting unit. The support arm includes a leading-end-side coupling unit that is turnably coupled to the supporting unit, a base-end-side coupling unit that is disposed in coaxial with the leading-end-side coupling unit and turnably coupled to the moving arm, and an offset unit laterally offset with respect to an axis line R passing through the leading-end-side and the base-end-side coupling units. The offset unit is freely rotatable about the axis line R with respect to the supporting unit and the moving arm.

Abstract: An article comprising: (a) a first object having a frame, (b) a second object foldable under the frame, and (c) a movable stand, wherein the second object is attachable to the movable stand, wherein the movable stand is attached to the frame so that the movable stand can be stowed under the frame with the second object, and wherein the movable stand can be pulled from under the frame, pivoted to a horizontal position and the second object displayed.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging plants allows a user to create 360 degree displays using potted plants. A support structure includes a support pole and a base. The base stabilizes the support pole in a position normal to the resting surface of the base. The support pole is cylindrical and can be separated into a top pole and a bottom pole for ease of storage and transportation. Similarly, the base can be separated into a top support leg and a bottom support leg. At least one plant hanger is positioned around the support pole by an attachment portion. A support arm portion of the plant hanger extends away from the support pole, while a receiving portion provides means for supporting a potted plant. The support pole can be alternatively supported using an at least one support pole mount that suspends the support pole off of the ground.

Abstract: A human interaction support apparatus for supporting a peripheral comprising means for defining a user area into which a user may be received and means for hanging a first peripheral from the means for hanging such that the first peripheral is in front of the user area.

Abstract: A stand mechanism includes a shell for connection with an electronic device and having an outer surface and a bottom end connected to the outer surface, and a supporting leg including a connecting end surface, a supporting end portion opposite to the connecting end surface, and opposite first and second surfaces extending between the connecting end surface and the supporting end portion. A fixing unit interconnects the shell and the supporting leg. The supporting leg is selectively secured to the shell at a first or second position, where the first or second surface faces the bottom end. The outer surface is inclined with respect to the flat surface at a first or second angle when the supporting leg is at the first or second position.

Abstract: Some examples of a mounting post to support a housing of electronic equipment include a swivel base having a first end and a second end. The first end is configured to mount to a surface about which the mounting post swivels. The mounting post includes A swivel post having a a third end and a fourth end. The third end is configured to support the housing of the electronic equipment. A lower sleeve is attached to the second end and an upper sleeve is attached to the fourth end. The upper sleeve is attached to the lower sleeve at a distance to create a moment arm to react to transverse forces applied to the mounting post.

Abstract: The invention is a clamping device for securing photographic equipment, which includes a mounting plate to a supporting structure, such as a tripod and or to a strap. The device includes a pair of opposed sliding clamps operably attached to a base. The clamp engages opposite sides of the base and may each be moved independently of one another to secure the supporting structure and to provide the capability to adjust to small variations in mounting plate sizes between equipment brands. The device has a loop to connect a strap or a strap connector.

Abstract: A system for assisting individuals (e.g., those having physical or other disabilities) to read or otherwise experience electronic publications includes a projector having an optical projection assembly located at an end of an articulating arm assembly and configured to project images of an electronic publication and a controller that is sized and contoured to fit comfortably within or be held by a human hand. The controller may include a processor and a storage device communicatively coupled to the processor, which storage device stores processor-executable instructions for providing, via a wireless communication channel and responsive to one or more user inputs, one or more instructions in connection with projection of the images of the electronic publication via the projector.

Abstract: A supporter includes a rectangular plate or polygonal base plate. The base plate has a plurality of threaded hole for arranging at least two pushers. Four plastic feet are arranged to four bottom corners of the base plate for stand. The pusher consists of a claw, pusher shaft, and a nut. A sleeve is arranged to a predetermined position of the base plate or a front end of a slider for connecting an extension supporting rack. The sleeve has a lower round base for connecting the base plate and an upper hollow cylinder for receiving the extension support rack. The supporter is fixed to a bottom of a couch or bed for linking the extension supporting rack.

Abstract: Embodiments of a stand are provided with continuous adjustability within a range of travel. In one embodiment, a stand includes a movement mechanism adapted to allow a tray to move along a range of travel relative to a stand base. The movement mechanism is in some embodiments further adapted to position the tray at an infinite number of locations along the range of travel.

Abstract: A balancer swivel arm assembly includes an articulated arm configured to be pivotably attached to a work station at a proximal end. A linear slider is slidably mounted on a distal end of the articulated arm. A spring balancer is mounted on the distal end of the articulated arm and is coupled to the linear slider. The spring balancer is configured to support the linear slider and a tool mounted to the linear slider through a linear range of motion along an axis.

Abstract: Mounting apparatuses, electronic device holders, and components of electronic device holders are shown and described herein. A mounting apparatus is removably connected to an object and the electronic device holder. The electronic device holder is configured to hold an electronic device and has one or more of an adaptor, a movable stand, and one or more portions of a backside thereof that are either clear or removed. The adaptor is removable from the electronic device holder for removal and replacement thereof with one or more additional, different adaptors.

Abstract: Provided is a slim-type cradling apparatus for a portable terminal. The disclosed cradling apparatus includes a cradling body and a retaining device interworking with rotation of the cradling body to support a closed state and a rotated state of the cradling body.

Abstract: A floor-standing home appliance in the nature of a range including an appliance body and a support assembly for supporting the appliance body on a support surface, the support assembly including a support member extending away from the appliance body, the support member having an engagement member with a predetermined shape at a distal end thereof, and a shoe attached to the distal end of the support member, the shoe having a receiving well with a shape complimentary to the predetermined shape of the engagement member to receive the engagement member in the receiving well.

Abstract: A stand mountable weapon support assembly includes a base and a bracket attached to the base. The bracket couples the base to a tree stand. A post has a first end and a second end. The first end is pivotally coupled to the base and the post is positionable between a deployed position extending upwardly from the base or in a stored position lying on the base. A gun holder is attached to the post adjacent to the second end. A gun is supportable by the base and the post in an upright position.

Abstract: A support device, applicable for holding up an electronic device in different directions, the support device includes a base and a curved sliding bracket. The base includes a fixing part. The curved sliding bracket is slidably assembled on the base in a curve direction. The electronic device is adapted for being fixed on the curved sliding bracket. The base includes a sliding rail, where the curved sliding bracket is assembled.

Abstract: A support structure for an electronic product includes a base (20), a support block (21), at least one connecting block (22), and an extension block (23). The base has a first guide channel (201) and a second guide channel (202). The support block has a first guide rail (210), a first connecting channel (211) and a side rail (212). The connecting block has a second guide rail (220), a first connecting rail (221) and a second connecting channel (222). The extension block has a third guide rail (230) and a second connecting rail (231). Thus, the base, the support block, the connecting block and the extension block are combined in different manners so that the inclined angle, space and height of the support structure can be adjusted arbitrarily so as to support the electronic product of different specifications and sizes.

Abstract: A stand for a computing device may include a body having first and second opposing longitudinal sides, and first and second opposing ends, and a retention strap extending between the first and second opposing ends. The stand may include first and second fasteners coupled respectively to the first and second opposing ends and to be coupled to a support structure.

Abstract: A multiuse platform and system having a flexible shape-retaining shaft for engaging, holding and pointing devices (e.g., imaging devices like cameras or video recorders). It includes a respositionable mounting system having a flexible assembly having a first end and a second end, the assembly adapted to be repetitively positioned into a plurality of orientations by moving the assembly into a first particular orientation wherein the assembly retains the particular orientation until the assembly is moved into a second particular orientation; and a first mounting head, coupled to the first end, for engaging a first mating structure.

Abstract: A tiltable notebook-computer cooling pad with a tablet-computer bracket is disclosed. The notebook-computer cooling pad has its bottom its bottom detachable assembled with a tablet-computer bracket that can provide tiltable and rotatable support. The tablet-computer bracket can work with the notebook-computer cooling pad to allow adjustment of a tilting angle of the notebook-computer cooling pad, or it can work independently as a stand-alone tablet-computer bracket that provides tiltable and rotatable support to a tablet computer. Thereby, the disclosed device can serve to not only maintain an operating notebook computer cool, but also support a tablet computer.

Abstract: A support and cushioning device for supporting and holding an electronic device includes a first supporting assembly, a fixed bracket, an adjusting board, and a plurality of elastic members. The adjusting board is mounted to the distal end of the first support assembly. The fixed bracket is elastically mounted to the adjusting board by means of a plurality of elastic members. The fixed bracket includes a base body and a plurality of holding arms extending out from a periphery of the base body. The plurality of holding arms and the base body cooperatively define a holding space for holding an electronic device.

Abstract: A frame for use with a portable computing device is disclosed. In one aspect, the frame comprises an at least partially rigid member that at least partially surrounds the computing device so as to permit receivable attachment or detachment of the portable computing device; and a mounting portion on the back of the rigid member configured to accept a multi-angle positioning device so as to permit rotation of the portable computing device into a user configurable and ergonomic viewing angle in at least one dimension. Other embodiments provide for a handle that optionally doubles as a stand to hold the portable electronic device in a user selected orientation. Still other embodiment provide for a cover for use with the described frame. Still other embodiments provide for a mounting plate for use with the described frame. Still other embodiments provide for an bag or case with an integrated frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a display apparatus having a display body, comprising: a connecting member combined with the display body at an upper end part thereof and having a swivel part at a lower end part thereof; and a base having a swivel supporter where the swivel part is inserted and supporting the swivel part to be rotatable. Thus, the present invention provides a display apparatus which is swiveled stably and smoothly with a slim structure.

Abstract: A portable media player sound deflecting assembly includes a panel that has a front side, a back side, a first edge, a second edge, a bottom edge and an upper edge. A first lateral flange is attached to the first edge. The first lateral flange has a first side abutting the front side. The first lateral flange is angled forward of the front side such that an obtuse angle is formed with the front side and the first lateral edge. The first lateral edge deflects sound from a personal sound emitting apparatus forward of the panel when the personal sound emitting apparatus is positioned on the front side.