Vertical Pivot Patents (Class 248/289.11)
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Publication number: 20130048820Abstract: A supporting apparatus, configured to support a heat dissipating device, includes a bracket, two adjusting structures, and two mounting portions. Each of the two mounting portions defines a mounting hole. Each of the two adjusting structures is engaged in each of the mounting holes and includes an adjusting member and an installation member engaged with the adjusting member. Each of the adjusting members defines a through hole. The two adjusting members are rotatable relative to the two mounting portions from a first position to a second position. When the adjusting members are in the first position, a first line is running through the two through holes. When the adjusting members are in the second position, a second line is running through the two through holes, and a length of the first line is less than a length of the second line.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2012Publication date: February 28, 2013Applicants: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (WUHAN) CO., LTD.Inventors: CHAO-JUN ZHU, JIN-BIAO JI, ZHI-JIANG YAO
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Publication number: 20130043362Abstract: A carrier base with a lateral base extension having a base hollow interior channel. A tooth ring on the lateral base extension. A stop block channel within the base tooth ring. A support arm pivotally carried on the lateral base extension for carrying a mirror head. A tooth ring included on the support arm engaging the base tooth ring in interlocking cooperation. A stop block carried by the support arm within the support arm tooth ring so that the stop block travels between a first end wall and a second end wall to control movement of the support arm. A connecting bolt carried by the support arm extending through the tooth rings into the hollow base interior channel. A leaf spring biasing the connecting bolt into the hollow base interior channel to draw the support arm against the lateral base extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2011Publication date: February 21, 2013Applicant: LANG-MEKRA NORTH AMERICA, LLCInventors: Emmanuel Courbon, Ramesh Noone, Mathieu Lhoste-Clos
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Publication number: 20120293940Abstract: An apparatus is provided for securing electronic equipment to a substantially horizontal surface of a support structure. The apparatus includes a fastening means such as a collar, a mounting bracket for attachment to the support structure, and a connector. The connector is interposed between and swivelably attached to the collar and mounting bracket. The connector may have a telescoping construction. The apparatus is particularly suited for use with equipment having an electronic component attached to a neck extending from a base. An electronic equipment setup using the above-described apparatus is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2012Publication date: November 22, 2012Inventors: Saul Ilan Gordon, Kimbre Dale Sargent
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Patent number: 8313072Abstract: A multiple monitor array includes a support structure; a plurality of monitors supported by the support structure wherein at least one monitor serves as a door for accessing objects disposed behind the at least one monitor; a hinge structure interposed between the support structure and the at least one monitor allowing the at least one monitor serving as a door to pivot about the hinge structure; a releasable fastener configured to secure the at least one monitor serving as a door to the support structure; and an alignment mechanism configured to return the at least one monitor serving as a door to an aligned orientation and position with respect to the monitor array when the at least monitor serving as a door is closed.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: November 20, 2012Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L. P.Inventors: Jeff Bakkom, Todd Elkins, Robert Curtis
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Patent number: 8286808Abstract: A vertical file folder rack adapted for mounting on a wall and holding various sizes and shapes of files, posters, drawings and like items. The vertical file folder rack includes a plurality of triangular-shaped wire frames mounted and equally spaced along a length of a rectangular shaped elongated wall base. The wall base is adapted for vertical attachment to a wall. A top portion of each wire frame is pivotally attached along the vertical length of the wall base. A center portion of the wire frame includes a pair of support arms, which extend downwardly and vertically. A lower portion of the wire frame includes a pair of outwardly extending file support arms with an upwardly extending arch-shaped file keeper disposed between the two support arms. A file is received on top of the support arms and held therein between the file keeper and the two support arms.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2009Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Inventor: Steve Setlik
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Publication number: 20120211623Abstract: A beverage container holding device comprises a beverage container receptacle having a cavity for receiving a beverage container and a mounting bracket or attaching the holding device to a support member. A pivotal joint is provided between the beverage container receptacle and the mounting bracket, allowing the beverage container receptacle to be pivoted relative to the mounting bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2011Publication date: August 23, 2012Inventor: Craig Leonard Duncan
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Publication number: 20120206867Abstract: A tablet holder including a frame configured to hold a tablet. A barrel is defined in the frame and opens through one side of the frame. A mounting post is pivotally and retractably received within the barrel, and a locking mechanism is provided for locking the mounting post against relative movement. A tablet stowage system includes a tablet holder, a container for stowing a plurality of tablet holders, and a galley cart for stowing the container.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: August 16, 2012Applicant: BE Aerospace, Inc.Inventor: Tracy N. Pence
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Publication number: 20120172850Abstract: A support mechanism for a medical device may include an adjustable support that includes a plurality of elongate members movable relative to one another. The support mechanism may also include a bracket coupled to the adjustable support. The bracket may be adapted to be coupled to a first medical device that extends along a longitudinal axis. The support mechanism may also include an instrument holder that extends along a central axis. The instrument holder may be movably coupled to the bracket and adapted to be coupled to a second medical device. The bracket and the instrument holder may be oriented such that central axis of the instrument holder intersects the longitudinal axis at an angle.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2011Publication date: July 5, 2012Inventors: Gary Kappel, Barry Weitzner, Paul Smith, Erin Daly
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Patent number: 8152124Abstract: An adjustable support arm for a vehicle exterior rearview mirror assembly comprising a holder base adapted for mounting to the vehicle; a holder pivotally carried on the holder base; a pivot control unit included in the holder for engaging the holder base to resist rotation of the holder on the holder base; the pivot control unit including: a compression spring disposed within a retainer opening of the holder; a bushing carried on the compression spring for engaging a bearing surface in the retainer opening; and, a retainer carried in the retainer opening and coupled to the holder base to retain the compression spring and the bushing in the retainer opening, wherein the retainer is constructed and arranged to direct the bushing laterally against the bearing surface and the compression spring biases the bushing against the retainer in sliding engagement to resist rotation of the holder on the holder base.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2008Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Lang-Mekra North America, LLCInventor: Michael Dean Branham
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Patent number: 8155718Abstract: Disclosed herein is a sliding/hinge apparatus for sliding/rotating type mobile terminals, which can be slid and rotated from a body housing of the sliding/rotating type mobile terminal. The sliding/rotating type mobile terminal includes a body housing and a slide housing slidably mounted on the body housing. The apparatus comprises first and second hinge frames mounted in the body housing by means of screws, first and second plates, one or more slide bars, and a coupling unit inserted through the center parts of the first and second hinge frames so that the first and second hinge frames are rotatably coupled with each other while being opposite to each other.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2005Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Chang-Heum Byun, Jong-Gun Bae, Sung-Ill Kang, Seung-Hwan Lee, In-Gon Park, Chang-soo Lee
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Patent number: 8042778Abstract: A flat panel display mounting device for securing a flat panel display, such as an LCD or plasma television, to a support surface, such as a wall, is disclosed. The flat panel display mounting device comprises a plurality of members in the form of support panels pivotally connected together and a rotation control mechanism connected thereto so that the flat panel display mounted on the device can be rotated to a desired angle and the center of gravity of the flat panel display during rotation can be maintained as close to the support surface as possible, so as not to generate additional burden to the flat panel display mounting device.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2009Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Inventors: Min-Chuan Wu, Hung-Hsin Yu
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Patent number: 7988112Abstract: A multi-screen display device includes a display device and a folding bracket. The display device includes a first display frame and a second display frame. The folding bracket includes an inner rotating portion pivotally connected to the first display frame, and an outer rotating portion pivotally connected to the inner rotating portion and pivotally connected to the second display frame.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Weng-Tiang Tang
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Publication number: 20110155868Abstract: A bracket for screen expansion includes a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm includes a first main body extending horizontally. Two horizontally spaced first assembling holes are defined in the first main body. The second arm is horizontally rotatably mounted to the first arm. The second arm includes a second main body extending horizontally. Two horizontally spaced second assembling holes are defined in the second main body. The brackets, to achieve screen expansion may be connected to a number of displays.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: ZHENG-HENG SUN, AN-GANG LIANG
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Publication number: 20110149582Abstract: Disclosed herein are apparatus, methods, and systems for adjustably affixing an object to a structure via an armature which includes a pivotable knuckle. The armature comprises two assembly components with a set of friction plates compressed therebetween. Said armature is designed to be lightweight (compared to the object), low cost (compared to state of the art adjustable armatures), suitable for outdoor use, and adaptable so to accommodate objects of varying weights, sizes, and form factors without adding significant weight or cost to the overall system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2010Publication date: June 23, 2011Applicant: MUSCO CORPORATIONInventor: LUKE C. McKEE
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Patent number: 7913960Abstract: An improved bracketing system comprising a first portion that is adjustably connected to a second portion. The first portion may pivot, rotate, or otherwise be adjusted relative to the second portion to accommodate perpendicular and angled installations. An exemplary embodiment of the bracketing system may include angled holes to receive fasteners, which may promote ease of installation. An exemplary embodiment of the bracketing system may also provide additional strength when installed.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2007Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: The Crane Group Companies LimitedInventors: Charles W. Herr, III, Timothy C. Rothwell, Steve E. Pever
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Patent number: 7889482Abstract: A display assembly for a refrigerator includes: a display; a frame having a mounting part for mounting the display and provided on an outer wall surface of a refrigerator; and a tilting unit fixed to the display and the mounting part and allowing the display to be tilted. A direction of a screen of a display unit can be controlled, and thus, restrictions of a viewing angle of the display can be overcome.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2007Date of Patent: February 15, 2011Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventor: Sung-Ae Lee
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Publication number: 20100258695Abstract: A hanging device includes a fixing member, a mounting member mounted on the fixing member, a positioning member mounted on the mounting member and provided with a serrated engaging portion, a hanging member pivotally mounted on the mounting member and provided with a serrated engaging section detachably engaged with the engaging portion, and an elastic member biased between the mounting member and the positioning member to push the engaging portion toward the engaging section. Thus, the engaging portion of the positioning member engages the engaging section of the hanging member in a planar manner to increase the contact area of the positioning member and the hanging member so that the hanging member is combined with the positioning member tightly and closely and can be used to bear a heavier load.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2009Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventor: Shih-Piao Wu
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Publication number: 20100243590Abstract: A tray assembly includes an articulatable arm assembly coupled with a tray and selectively held in place by a locking mechanism (e.g., a locking gas spring). A release mechanism coupled with the tray selectively activates and deactivates the gas shock mechanism and is coaxial with and free rotating with respect to an axis of rotation of the tray. The tray may rotate between a horizontal position and a stored position substantially orthogonal to the horizontal position. The arm assembly may include at least one frictional hinge comprising a tapered pin, a tapered bushing in rotational frictional contact with the tapered pin, and an adjustment mechanism coupled to the tapered pin to provide adjustable contact force between the tapered pin and the tapered bushing.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2009Publication date: September 30, 2010Applicant: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.Inventor: Mark W. Ross
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Patent number: 7793401Abstract: The present invention relates to a sheeting goods installation support. The present invention includes a system and techniques using a sheeting goods installation support for both overhead ceiling and vertical wall applications. A solo worker can install sheeting goods using the inventive sheeting goods installation support system. The inventive sheeting goods installation support can be operated by attaching an end articulation bracket to a support member with the end articulation bracket connected to a first elongated beam and placing sheeting goods upon the first elongated beam. Next, a worker can position the sheeting goods proximate to the end articulation bracket and temporarily secure the sheeting goods with a second elongated beam. Next, a worker can adjust the sheeting goods in a final position proximate to the support member, secure the sheeting goods to the support member, and remove the sheeting goods installation support from the support member.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2008Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Inventor: Gene Curtis McKinney
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Publication number: 20100224746Abstract: The present invention is an auger transport and mounting system which facilitates the drilling and positioning of ice fishing or other holes in an outdoor surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2010Publication date: September 9, 2010Inventors: Clint Johnson, Steve Gapp, John Reed Felton
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Publication number: 20100214729Abstract: A self-balanced adjustable mounting system for a flat panel display. A display interface having a hollow, semi-spherical shell portion is attached to the flat panel display. The semi-spherical shell is formed with a generally constant radius of curvature. The center of the radius of curvature is disposed proximate the center of gravity of the flat panel display with the display interface attached. The display interface is received in a guide structure that has a bearing portion engaging the outer surface of the semi-spherical shell, and a second bearing portion engaging the inner surface of the semi-spherical shell through an aperture formed in the semi-spherical shell. The semi-spherical shell is guided between the first and second bearing portions so that the flat panel display and device interface are generally rotatable about the center of the radius of curvature of the semi-spherical shell.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2010Publication date: August 26, 2010Inventors: Jay Dittmer, Derek L. Derks
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Patent number: 7748680Abstract: A stand for a display is provided. The stand can reduce a delivery volume of the display and can provide for adjustment of a rotation angle thereof during use. The stand may include a support connected to a lower portion of the display, a pivot block pivotably coupled to the support, a rear base connected to the pivot block, a swivel that pivotably couples the pivot block and the rear base, and a front base coupled to the rear base.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2006Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventor: Chi Young Choi
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Publication number: 20100148647Abstract: A work station comprises a mounting bracket adapted to be mounted to a surface. An upper arm and a lower arm are mounted to the mounting bracket for pivoting motion about a first vertical axis. A track is pivoted to the upper arm and the lower arm about a second vertical axis where the track supports a vertically displaceable carriage. The carriage may support a monitor and work platform where the work platform supports a key board tray. A lift system supports the carriage for vertical movement. Work station mounting systems are also provided for movably supporting a work platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2009Publication date: June 17, 2010Applicant: RUBBERMAID INCORPORATEDInventors: Roddy Burgess, Ian Cunningham, Robert Grant McRorie
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Patent number: 7731143Abstract: A mounting system for adjustably mounting a flat panel display to a support medium. The system consists of a frame assembly that can be attached to a support medium. One or more adjustable mounts are attached to the frame assembly, and a flat panel display is attached to the adjustable mounts. Each adjustable mount can extend from a retracted position to an extended position in order to tilt the flat panel display and provide an optimum viewing angle to a viewer. As the adjustable mount extends, the center of gravity of the attached flat panel display moves in approximately a horizontal plane, enabling the display to be tilted by a user with a minimum amount of applied force. In some embodiments, a friction assembly is provided to maintain the selected position of each adjustable mount.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2006Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Assignee: Omnimount Systems, Inc.Inventors: Tom Muday, Zachary Eyman, Brett Stenhouse
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Publication number: 20100051771Abstract: A holder including a fixed base, a rotational base, a first arm and a second arm is provided. The rotational base is rotatably disposed on the fixed base and has a supporting plane and two openings. The first arm and the second arm are disposed in the rotational base, and pass through the two openings, respectively, wherein the first arm is coupled with the fixed base. When a hand-held electronic device is located between the first arm and the second arm and is rotated along with the rotational base relative to the fixed base, the fixed base drives the first arm to move relative to the rotational base so as to hold the hand-held electronic device by the first arm and the second arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2009Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: HTC CorporationInventor: Hsiao-Chuan Huang
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Patent number: 7661643Abstract: A mount system supports a monitor against a supporting surface such as a wall. The mount system allows the monitor to swing open adjacent to one of its edge and extends the monitor away from the wall so that the edge of the monitor does not hit the wall. A motor or a linear actuator may be used to move the monitor through a motorized action.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2009Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: CLO SystemsInventor: Sung I. Oh
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Patent number: 7648112Abstract: A flat panel display mounting device for securing a flat panel display, such as an LCD or plasma television, to a support surface, such as a wall, is disclosed. The flat panel display mounting device comprises a plurality of members in the form of support panels pivotally connected together and a rotation control mechanism connected thereto so that the flat panel display mounted on the device can be rotated to a desired angle and the center of gravity of the flat panel display during rotation can be maintained as close to the support surface as possible, so as not to generate additional burden to the flat panel display mounting device.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2007Date of Patent: January 19, 2010Inventors: Min-Chuan Wu, Hung-Hsin Yu
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Patent number: 7628365Abstract: Provided is a monitor stand, capable of preventing an “auto-lift” phenomenon that occurs when a monitor installed thereon is tilted past a predetermined angle, due to a shift in the monitor's weight. The monitor stand includes a base, a stand body, a stand top assembly, a stop slide, an elastic member, and a frictional clutch. The stand body is supported by the base. The stand top assembly is pivotably supported by the stand body. The top slide slides along the stand top assembly and has the monitor installed thereon. The elastic member is supported on the stand top, to provide elasticity to the top slide in an upward direction. The frictional clutch confines and releases the top slide to and from the stand top.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2007Date of Patent: December 8, 2009Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventor: Jin Bum Lee
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Patent number: 7594631Abstract: A novel quick connect mounting device for connecting to rails and other tubular structures, such as handrails on sport craft, sail and motor boats and recreation vehicles, and handlebars in general including but not limited to handlebars on a motorcycle or all terrain vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: September 29, 2009Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
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Patent number: 7571883Abstract: A device suitable for supporting a component, such as a flat display screen, which device comprises a first arm, which can be connected to a wall with a first end thereof, being pivotable about a first pivot axis, and which is connected to a first end of a second arm with a second end thereof, being pivotable about a second pivot axis, which second arm can be connected to the component that is to be supported with a second end thereof, being pivotable about a third pivot axis. The device is furthermore provided with a third arm, which can be connected to the wall with a first end, being pivotable about a fourth pivot axis, and which is connected to a first end of a fourth arm with a second end, being pivotable about a fifth pivot axis, which fourth arm can be connected to the component to be supported with a second end, being pivotable about a sixth pivot axis.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2005Date of Patent: August 11, 2009Assignee: Vogel's Holding B.V.Inventors: Wilhelmus Maria Van Groesen, Ewald Van Kuijk
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Patent number: 7562855Abstract: A clamping mechanism is provided for supporting a plurality of tools for use in a folder gluer machine. The clamping mechanism includes first and second clamps. Each clamp defines a corresponding clamping cavity for receiving a tool therein. Each clamp is movable between a release position wherein the clamping cavity has a first configuration and a clamping position wherein the clamping cavity has a second configuration. A clamping structure is operatively connected to the first and second clamps. The clamping structure sequentially moves the first and second clamps to their clamping positions.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2005Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: Blanking Systems, Inc.Inventor: Frank E. Oetlinger
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Patent number: 7559518Abstract: A support mechanism for a computer peripheral device includes a housing accommodating a base within the housing, and a supporting post having a first end coupled to the base. The base has a pivoting sleeve and couples to the supporting post at a first position, and the pivoting sleeve engages with the supporting post such that the housing is rotatable to force the pivoting sleeve and the supporting post to rotate. The pivoting sleeve can move along an axial line of the housing, and the housing can be pivoted about the top of the pivoting sleeve together with the supporting post. Therefore, the housing can carry out multi-direction-movement, or so-called sphere-like movement relative to a leg coupled to the second end of the supporting post.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2005Date of Patent: July 14, 2009Assignee: Kye Systems Corp.Inventor: Chao-Qin Ye
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Publication number: 20090166495Abstract: An electrically controlled rotatable flat panel display bracket has a rotatable base, a frame, a control module, a driving device and a display rack. The rotatable base has a rotating disc, a stationary disc and a bearing. The bearing is mounted between the rotating disc and the stationary disc. The frame is attached to the rotating disc. The driving device is controlled by the control module and connected between the stationary and rotating discs to rotate the rotating disc relative to the stationary disc. The display rack is mounted on the frame for hanging a flat panel display easily.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2007Publication date: July 2, 2009Inventor: Chin-Jui HUNG
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Patent number: 7543787Abstract: A stable monitor holder includes a fixing frame, a bracing device and a support frame. The support frame is coupled with the fixing frame to couple the fixing frame with the bracing device. The support frame includes an upper hook plate and a lower hook plate, which has a hook part. The bracing device includes a bracing frame, a coupling plate, a control structure and a hook plate. The coupling plate is coupled to the bracing frame. The coupling plate includes a crossing part, a protruding part and a connecting plate. The connecting plate has a retention device and a through hole. The control means has an operation part on the outside and two first shaft parts and a positioning dowel on the inside. The hook plate has a hook part, two through openings and a positioning hole, and has a multistage slot on an upper edge.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2007Date of Patent: June 9, 2009Assignee: Hoolin Research Company LimitedInventor: Wen-Chun Chen
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Patent number: 7490799Abstract: A multi-position support mechanism for an implement that employs an elongate member pivotably mounted at one end to the tongue of the implement and having a hook on the opposing end. The pivotable connection between the tongue and the elongate member provides a plurality of generally fixed positions, at least one where the hook supports the vehicle pto coupler, at least one for supporting hydraulic hoses, and at least one storage position where the elongate member and the hook are not in use.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2005Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: CNH America LLCInventors: Terry A. Young, Michael L. Bandi
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Patent number: 7487944Abstract: The instant invention provides a flat screen monitor support assembly having a base that is coupled to the edge of a desk, or to a grommet hole in a desk. A distal end of the monitor support assembly is securable to the back of the flat screen monitor. Torsilastic assemblies allow for adjustment of the biasing required to maintain the vertical spacing of the monitor from the desktop surface with pivot pins providing horizontal rotation. The torsilastic assemblies accommodate monitors of different weight as well as normal aging of the elastomeric elements within the assemblies. The support base further includes an offset pivot providing additional rotation aspects without the need for support bracket movement.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2005Date of Patent: February 10, 2009Assignee: Custom Plastics, Inc.Inventors: Peter Tisbo, David Phillips
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Patent number: 7475855Abstract: A mount for mounting a sign to the post of an associated structure includes a base element fixedly mounted to the post that defines a hinge region and a base plane, and a support arm having a shoulder mounted at the shoulder to the base element. The support arm is pivotable about the base element between a first position parallel to the base plane and a second position transverse to the base plane. A pair of springs extend between and connect the base element and the support arm. The base element and the support arm are engaged with one another, and are maintained engaged with one another, only by the tension of the springs.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2005Date of Patent: January 13, 2009Assignee: Cormark, Inc.Inventors: Scott Padiak, Paul C. Evans, Jeffrey C. Ouyang
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Patent number: 7467771Abstract: The present invention relates to a sheeting goods installation support. The present invention includes a system and techniques using a sheeting goods installation support for both overhead ceiling and vertical wall applications. A solo worker can install sheeting goods using the inventive sheeting goods installation support system. The inventive sheeting goods installation support can be operated by attaching an end articulation bracket to a support member with the end articulation bracket connected to a first elongated beam and placing sheeting goods upon the first elongated beam. Next, a worker can position the sheeting goods proximate to the end articulation bracket and temporarily secure the sheeting goods with a second elongated beam. Next, a worker can adjust the sheeting goods in a final position proximate to the support member, secure the sheeting goods to the support member, and remove the sheeting goods installation support from the support member.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2005Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Inventor: Gene Curtis McKinney
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Patent number: 7445189Abstract: An apparatus and method is disclosed for automatically maintaining the viewing angle of a first display, mounted to a second display, regardless of the viewing angle of the second display. In one embodiment, such an apparatus includes a first display and a pivot mechanism to connect the first display to a second display. The pivot mechanism enables the first display to pivot relative to the second display. An angle retention mechanism is provided to automatically maintain the viewing angle of the first display regardless of the viewing angle of the second display.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2006Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Aaron Roger Cox, Thomas John Sluchak, Robert Paul Tennant
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Patent number: 7441735Abstract: A supporting apparatus for supporting an LCD module, the supporting apparatus comprises a pivoting member, a fastener assembly connecting the pivoting member to the LCD module, a supporter and a connecting member. The supporter comprises a base wall and two sidewalls extending from the base wall. The connecting member connects the pivoting member to the supporter, and comprises a top wall and two arms extending from two opposite edges of the top wall. The arms are mounted to the sidewalls of the supporter separately.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2006Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Jiang Zhao, Hung-Chun Lu, Chien-Li Tsai
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Publication number: 20080237413Abstract: A holding arrangement is suitable especially for medical-optical equipment (108). The holding arrangement includes a carrier arm (101) for accommodating a load. The carrier arm (101) is pivotally mounted on a holder (102) with the aid of a first rotational joint (103). The holding arrangement further includes a linear spring arrangement (120) for generating a longitudinal force which acts upon the carrier arm (101) in order to compensate a load torque arising in the first rotational joint (103) of the carrier arm (101). The linear spring arrangement (120) for generating a longitudinal force is pivotally mounted on the holder (102) and applies a force on a curved carrier (119) which is operatively connected to the carrier arm (101).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2008Publication date: October 2, 2008Inventor: Hermann Hammer
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Publication number: 20080121273Abstract: A mounting system is provided for supporting equipment such as solar module arrays on a rooftop or other underlying surface. The mounting system includes a pipe, and a grasp section. These couple to a base that is extended into or otherwise integrated with the underlying surface. The pipe may be coupled so as to extend a height from the underlying surface. The grasp section is coupled to a top section of the pipe and is structured to secure to a section of the solar module array when the solar module array is installed on the underlying surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2007Publication date: May 29, 2008Inventors: Joshua Reed Plaisted, Brian West
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Patent number: 7367376Abstract: An articulated arm for awnings is disclosed. The articulated arm comprises an arm and a forearm, joined together by respective articulation configurations located at adjacent ends of the same, which enables them to move between open and closed positions. There is a flexible tie bar inside the arm, with a second end anchored to the articulation configuration of end of the forearm and linked by a first end to an elastic traction element anchored to a fixed point on the arm and an elastic compression element located between a stop on the flexible tie bar and a support of the end of the arm in order to produce tension in the tie bar on moving from the open position to closed, generating torque tending towards the open position.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2003Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Llaza, S.A.Inventor: Joan Llagostera Forns
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Patent number: 7346940Abstract: A shower curtain rod assembly includes a frame fixed on a wall and a connection member has a connection tube which has one end connected with an end of a rod and a pivotable member is connected to the other end of the connection tube. The pivotable member is pivotably connected to the frame so as to set the direction that the connection tube is orientated. A cover has a through hole through which the connection tube extends. The connection tube is adjustable to be connected with a curved rod.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2006Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: You Da Metal International Develop Co., Ltd.Inventor: Ying Feng Liao
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Patent number: 7331552Abstract: Apparatuses, a system, and a method for rotatable coupling of components are disclosed herein. The apparatus may include a base having a mounting feature to couple the appparatus to a product housing and a through-hole to provide access to an interior cavity of the product housing. The apparatus may further include a flange, couple to the base having a surface and a plurality of detents disposed on the surface, the flange and the plurality of detents configured to rotatably couple to a pivot mate configured to complement one or more of the plurality of detents in a manner to allow the pivot mate to rotate from a first position relative to the apparatus to a second position creative to the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2006Date of Patent: February 19, 2008Assignee: InFocus CorporationInventor: Greg Sample
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Patent number: 7314200Abstract: A support and transport system for a patient care apparatus comprised of a first arm assembly connected to a stationary support and a second arm assembly connected to a patient transfer vehicle. An end cap for supporting a patient care apparatus is selectively attachable to the first arm assembly and to the second arm assembly. Locking means are provided on the end cap for locking the end cap onto one of the first and second arm assemblies. The other of the first and second arm assemblies is detachable from the end cap only when the end cap is locked onto the one of the first and second arm assemblies.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2004Date of Patent: January 1, 2008Assignee: American Sterilizer CompanyInventors: Alex Bally, Wendell Wilson, George Gounaris
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Publication number: 20070295874Abstract: A swivel mount is provided comprising a mounting portion adapted for mounting to a fixed surface and a swiveling portion adapted for mounting to an electronic apparatus. The swiveling portion is rotatably coupled to the mounting portion and adapted to rotate with respect to the mounting portion about an axis of rotation. The swiveling portion defines an annular channel. A translating member is moveably positioned within the annular channel. A stop mounted to or extending from the mounting portion is positioned within the annular channel of the swiveling portion. The translating member is configured to translate a fixed distance in contact with the stop, and rotation of the swiveling portion is limited by contact between the stop and the translating member once the translating member translates the fixed distance.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2006Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventors: Gary K. Hollenhead, Corey D. Morgan, Masahiro Kajitani
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Publication number: 20070246627Abstract: A wall hanging display apparatus including a wall side attachment member that is fixed to a wall; and a apparatus side attachment member that is fixed to the display apparatus and is connected to the wall side attachment member, is characterized by a structure in which only one of the wall side attachment member and only one of the apparatus side attachment member are used for hanging the display apparatus on the wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 16, 2007Publication date: October 25, 2007Inventor: Shinji Morita
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Patent number: 7278620Abstract: A fixture mounting assembly and method according to which a coupling member is attached to the fixture, and a down-rod is pivotally mounted to the coupling member and is mounted to the ceiling.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2004Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Assignee: Diani, LLCInventor: Frank Blateri
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Patent number: 7264219Abstract: A breakaway banner support assembly for mounting to a vertical support structure having at least one mounting member connected to a support structure, a support rod extending along a generally horizontal plane for supporting a flexible banner, and a breakaway and return hinge interconnecting the support rod and said mounting member, said rod being pivotally movable along said generally horizontal plane between a display position and a breakaway position, said rod pivoting to a breakaway position in response to a force acting thereon so as to deflect said force and pivotally returning to said display position when said force dissipates.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2004Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Inventors: Paul T. Kicher, Thomas P. Kicher