Abstract: A column includes a hinge assembly, the hinge assembly having an upper portion (2) pivotally attached to a lower portion (1) for movement about a first pivot axis (5), the upper portion of the hinge assembly being associated with an upper part (12) of the column and the lower portion of the hinge assembly being associated with a lower part (11) of the column. In use, movement of the upper and lower hinge assembly portions about the first pivot axis from a normal position, in which the upper part of the column is relatively upright, causes the upper part of the column to rotate towards the lower part of the column, thereby allowing the upper part the column to be moved to a maintenance position. An arm links (3), via second (6) and third (7) pivot axes, the upper and lower portions of the hinge assembly, and the arm is associated with a spring (9) that exerts a force via the arm, which urges the upper and lower hinge assembly portions towards the normal position.

Abstract: A base assembly removably and adjustably receives a tool and includes a base and a wall extending outwardly from the base. First and second openings are disposed in the wall. First and second cutouts are disposed in the wall to receive the tool. A pivot pin is removably received by the first and second openings. The tool is removably disposed on the pivot pin. A locking ring is disposed on the pivot pin. The locking ring is in a locked position to prevent movement of the pivot pin and in an unlocked position to allow movement of the pivot pin, thereby allowing the tool to be easily moved between positions and securely locked in a desired position.

Abstract: A flat panel display mounting system includes a wall plate and at least one monitor arm assembly. The monitor arm assembly includes a monitor arm mountable to the wall plate, and a leveling assembly coupled to the monitor arm and arranged within an opening of the monitor arm. The leveling assembly is movable relative to the monitor arm within the opening and along a length of the monitor arm. The leveling assembly includes a display mounting portion adapted to mount a flat panel display thereon. The leveling assembly with the mounted display panel can be adjusted to obtain a desired location of the mounted display panel.

Abstract: An angle-adjustable mounting apparatus is for mounting a second object to a first object, and includes a first mounting device to be coupled to the first object, a second mounting device to be coupled to the second object and connected pivotally to the first mounting device, and a pivot-control unit. The pivot-control unit includes a plug component with a curved surface, a socket component which abuts against and is rotatable relative to the plug component to enable the second mounting device to pivot relative to the first mounting device, and an adjusting rod coupled to the socket component and operable to drive the socket component so that assembly of the socket component and the second mounting device pivots relative to the plug component.

Abstract: A protection frame has a frame body and a supporting arm. The frame body is mounted around the portable device. The supporting arm is mounted pivotally on the frame body to allow the user to adjust the propping angle of the portable device. Therefore, the portable device can be used at different visual angles as desired.

Abstract: A gravity compensation apparatus is provided, including a force output device, an axis and an arm with the axis as rotational center. The present invention is to output a force via the force output device to the arm when the arm contacts the force output device. When the arm rotates in the first or second quadrants, the contact point between the arm and the force output device will change continuously so that the force rotation speed of the force output device, the effective length of the lever arm and the force-applying angle will also change accordingly. Through appropriate design, the generated torque value can show a non-linearly increasing curve approximately to a sin function between 0-90°.

Abstract: A mounting device for mounting an object on a support includes a base configured to be coupled to the support, and a slide arm coupled to the base and movable between a retracted position and a plurality of extended positions. The slide arm is movable from any of the plurality of extended positions to the retracted position by sliding the slide arm relative to the base without any other manipulation of the mounting device by the user. The slide arm automatically locks relative to the base when the slide arm is moved to the retracted position.

Abstract: A mounting assembly (10, 100, 200), comprising: a base (12, 112, 212), for attaching the mounting assembly (10, 100, 200) to a vehicle or structure; and an arm (13, 113, 213), connected to the base (12, 112, 212), for attaching an object to the mounting assembly (10, 100, 200), wherein the base (12, 112, 212) comprises a cam surface (16, 116, 216) and the arm (13, 113, 213) comprises a cam follower (28, 128, 228) biased against the cam surface (16, 116, 216), the cam surface (16, 116, 216) being shaped such that the arm (13, 113, 213) can be located in at least two distinct positions.

Abstract: A self-balanced adjustable mounting system for a flat panel display. When a flat panel display is attached to the mounting system, the display is adapted to revolve about a substantially horizontal axis extending proximate a center of gravity of the display. The system may be self-balancing at a plurality of locations about the axis.

Abstract: An apparatus for a flat panel is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a flat panel assembly and a hinge mechanism coupled to the flat panel assembly. The hinge mechanism is adaptable to an industry standard mount and a non-industry standard mount. A system and method in accordance with the present invention allows for the replacement of a non-VESA standard compatible display mount with a display mount that is compatible with the VESA standard. Utilizing the system and method in accordance with the present invention, such a replacement can be accomplished with minimal effort, and in an efficient manner.

Abstract: A base assembly removably and adjustably receives a tool and includes a base and a wall extending outwardly from the base. First and second openings are disposed in the wall. First and second cutouts are disposed in the wall to receive the tool. A pivot pin is removably received by the first and second openings. The tool is removably disposed on the pivot pin. A locking ring is disposed on the pivot pin. The locking ring is in a locked position to prevent movement of the pivot pin and in an unlocked position to allow movement of the pivot pin, thereby allowing the tool to be easily moved between positions and securely locked in a desired position.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning items such as an electronic display, a keyboard, and/or a work surface. The apparatus includes a movement mechanism that provides multiple tilt positions for one or more displays supported by the apparatus. In some cases the movement mechanism enables adjustment of the display(s) between a generally horizontal viewing configuration and a generally declining viewing configuration. In some cases the apparatus includes a keyboard tray and a display mount coupled to a riser adapted to support an electronic display. The riser may be movable with respect to an operator or support member between a sitting position and a standing position. Methods for positioning an electronic display and a keyboard are also included.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a hosting frame comprising a generally U-shaped structure being operable for retaining a portable electronic device. The U-shaped structure comprises a pair of generally L-shaped hosting brackets and a collar joining the hosting brackets to form the U-shape. An extendable structure is joined to the collar. The extendable structure is operable for providing a variable length. A support bracket is rotatably joined to the extendable structure. The support bracket is operable for removably joining the apparatus to a supporting structure in which the apparatus is operable for supporting the portable electronic device at an adjustable height and an adjustable angle with respect to the supporting structure.

Abstract: A support assembly includes a base, a slidable member, and a pair of positioning shafts. The base includes at least one sliding rail. The slidable member can side along the at least one sliding rail of the base. The slidable member defines a pair of blind holes facing the base. The positioning shafts can slide along the base in a direction perpendicular to the at least one sliding rail. When the slidable member is operated to slide along the at least one rail of the base, one of the positioning shafts can be pressed to slide along the direction perpendicular to the at least one sliding rail, causing one end of the one of the positioning shafts to be received in one of the blind holes.

Abstract: An apparatus for a flat panel is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a flat panel assembly and a hinge mechanism coupled to the flat panel assembly. The hinge mechanism is adaptable to an industry standard mount and a non-industry standard mount. A system and method in accordance with the present invention allows for the replacement of a non-VESA standard compatible display mount with a display mount that is compatible with the VESA standard. Utilizing the system and method in accordance with the present invention, such a replacement can be accomplished with minimal effort, and in an efficient manner.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a bracket receiving a disk drive, a locking member and a first resilient member. The bracket includes two first sidewalls and two second sidewalls. Each first sidewall is connected to the two second sidewalls and defines a number of through holes. The locking member includes two frames rotatably secured to the two first sidewalls. Each frame includes a number of pins. The first resilient member is connected to the two frames. Each frame is rotatable between a first position, where the pins are inserted in the bracket via the through holes, and a second position, where the pins are located out of the bracket. The first resilient member is deformed when each frame is rotated from the first position to the second position, and each frame is rotated from the second position to the first position when the first resilient member returns.

Abstract: A panel dock has a body, a retainer, and a bracket. The retainer is rotably secured to the body and includes a shaft having at least one arm extending from the shaft and at least one finger extending from the shaft. The bracket is attachable to an electronic device. The bracket includes a bar sized to be secured between the arm and the finger.

Abstract: An illustrative mounting arm for a light fixture provides multiple tilt angles based on the selected orientation of components of the mounting arm. The mounting arm includes a first and second arm portion, each having opposite ends oriented at different relative angles to provide the multiple tilt angles for the light. A support end arm or second arm portion connects directly or indirectly to a wall or other support structure. An intermediate or first arm portion couples between the second arm portion and a mounting pad portion of the light fixture. Each of the first and second arm portions are rotatable in orientation, thus changing the orientation of the angle ends, each combination of possible arm portion orientations displacing the light fixture and therefore the illumination pattern at a different elevation angle relative to the support structure.

Abstract: A latching assembly for a graphic shelf display and a shelving unit incorporating the same. The display includes a support plate, a front panel, and a hinge securing them together so that the panel can pivot between an upright position and a flipped-down position. The latching assembly includes a spring clip on the panel and a latch member on the support plate. The spring clip is fixed at a first end to a spring clip housing on the panel and the second end thereof is free to pivot in a first direction to engage the latch member and in a second direction to disengage therefrom. A detent extending outwardly from the spring clip is received in aligned slots in the housing and latch member when the latching assembly is engaged. A graphics card is retained in a channel on the outer surface of the panel.

Abstract: An adjustable mount for supporting solar panel and an angle-adjusting method therefor are disclosed. The adjustable mount includes a frame, an angle-adjusting device, and a side support. At least one solar panel can be mounted on the frame. The angle-adjusting device is disposed on the frame and includes an angle index part for providing finite angle positions. The side support is connected to the frame through the angle-adjusting device. A relative rotation angle of the side support and the frame can be adjusted by engaging the side support and the angle index part. The relative rotation angle corresponds to one of the finite angle positions. Therefore, the invention can mount the solar panel in different angles based on various demands, which overcomes the poor utilization of solar energy by the solar panel mounted in an immovable angle in the prior art.

Abstract: An articulated article holder comprises an attachment base, configured to be attached to a support structure or to a component of a vehicle. A holding member is configured to receive and hold an article therein, the holding member being coupled to the attachment base and including two generally upright arms which collectively define a containment area therebetween. At least one of the upright arms includes an articulated joint formed or integrated therein to allow at least one segment of the arm to move between at least two differing positions.

Abstract: A panel positioning mechanism includes a supporting component, and a slot is formed on a side of the supporting component. The panel positioning mechanism further includes a loading component disposed on a side of the supporting component, a rotational spring set connected to the supporting component and the loading component, a fixing component set for fixing the supporting component, the loading component, and the rotational spring set, a contacting component connected to the loading component and disposed inside the slot in a slidable manner so as to constrain rotation of the loading component within a first range, and a releasing component passing through the loading component and fixed on the contacting component for driving a contacting portion of the contacting component to separate from the slot on the supporting component, so that the loading component can rotate outside the first range.

Abstract: A fixing mechanism for fixing a detachable module is disclosed. The fixing mechanism includes a frame for covering the detachable module. The frame includes a frame body and a pivoting portion connected to the frame body. A pivoting hole is formed on the pivoting portion. The fixing mechanism further includes a casing. The casing includes a lateral plate whereon a slot is formed, a shaft portion extended from the lateral plate in a first direction and disposed on a side of the slot, and an engaging portion extended from the lateral plate in a second direction and disposed on another side of the slot for inserting into the pivoting hole of the pivoting portion so that the pivoting portion is capable of pivoting from a first position to a second position as abutting against the shat portion.

Abstract: A decoration system having a base object, receiving rings, decorative objects, and means for releasably coupling the decorative objects to the receiving rings. One or more of the receiving rings may rotate relative to the base object for a specified duration of time.

Abstract: The mounting apparatus comprises a holding seat, a supporting member, and a base. The holding seat is used for holding flat electronic devices in place to prevent them from detachment to cause damages. The supporting member is pivotably connected to the rear of the holding seat such that the angle between the supporting member and the holding seat can be adjusted. The supporting member is provided with a first pivoting portion. The base is provided with a second pivoting portion and a third pivoting portion for being pivotably connected with the first pivoting portion of the supporting member such that the angle between the supporting member and the base can be adjusted smoothly. The mounting apparatus can hold flat electronic devices conveniently and provide functions of apparatus folding and fine angle adjustment with high load capacity.

Abstract: A flower pot holder includes a collapsing frame assembly that moves between two configurations; an open configuration and a drawn-in configuration. In the first configuration, the frame assembly is spaced from a central axis, over which a flower pot is disposed. In the second configuration, members of the frame assembly are moved toward the central axis of the frame assembly, thereby engaging and holding the flower pot. Moreover, the force that causes the frame assembly to move from the first configuration to the second configuration is the weight of the flower pot; that is, as a user places the flower pot on the frame assembly, the frame assembly automatically moves to the second configuration to grip the flower pot.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fastener. The fastener includes: a lower fastening base, in which a pivoting plate is disposed upward on a back end of the lower fastening base and concavely disposed with a limiting groove, an upper fastening plate, disposed on the lower fastening base in a covering manner, in which a back end of the upper fastening plate has at least one pivoting portion pivotally connected to the pivoting plate, a limiting portion, extending backward from the upper fastening plate and penetrating the limiting groove correspondingly, at least one stop block, convexly extending from the limiting portion and located behind the pivoting plate, and a fixing part, disposed on a frond end of the lower fastening base and used for fixing the upper fastening plate to the lower fastening base.

Abstract: An apparatus for an inclinable support of a speaker on a rod includes a sleeve for receiving an end portion of the rod provided with a closed head section, a mounting device adapted to be attached to the speaker having an elongated opening formed as a guidance for the sleeve and a bearing spaced apart from the opening, in which the sleeve with the head section is supported pivotally, and at least one locking device for the sleeve provided in the region of the opening.

Abstract: A holder for an oblong-shaped device is provided. The holder can be a docking station for a media device and a keyboard. The holder can include a mounting tray and a mounting bracket assembly arranged on the mounting tray. The mounting bracket assembly can be configured such that the oblong-shaped device is securable to the mounting tray in both (i) a first position where a longitudinal axis of the oblong-shaped device extends substantially horizontally, and (ii) a second position where the longitudinal axis of the oblong-shaped device extends substantially vertically while the mounting tray is kept in a substantially upright position.

Abstract: An auxiliary fastening apparatus for engaging with tablet electronic device is provided, including a receiving unit, an angle adjustment mechanism and a support unit. The apparatus may further include an auxiliary belt. The receiving unit is for placing the tablet PC on, and the angle adjustment mechanism and the support unit are to enable the receiving unit to stand in either portrait or landscape mode. The auxiliary belt can be wrapped around the wrist to prevent the handheld tablet PC from slipping and falling to the ground. The unique structure of the support unit allows the tablet PC to tilt a small angle when placed on a desk top for convenient use. The auxiliary fastening apparatus of the present invention provides convenient use of the tablet PC in various occasions.

Abstract: A support mechanism includes a base assembly and a hinge assembly. The base assembly includes a first cover and a second cover attached to the first cover. The first cover forms two first locking members and the second cover forms two restriction members. The hinge assembly includes a bracket and two pivot units rotatably connected to the bracket. The bracket includes a fixing portion and two connecting portions extending from opposite sides of the fixing portion. The first locking members are latched with the fixing portion of the bracket, and the restriction members engage the first locking members to prevent the first locking members from moving.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a keyboard support for movably supporting a keyboard with respect to a work surface of a workstation. The keyboard support includes a workstation engaging member adapted to be attached to an underside of the work surface, a keyboard engaging member for supporting a keyboard, and a linkage assembly mechanically coupling and providing relative movement between the workstation engaging member and the keyboard engaging member and thereby between the keyboard and the work surface. The keyboard support also includes a braking assembly adapted to allow relative movement of the keyboard engaging member with respect to the workstation engaging member in an unlocked position and to prevent relative movement of the keyboard engaging member with respect to the workstation engaging member in a locked position. The braking assembly comprises a roller assembly carried on a connector of the linkage assembly.

Abstract: A wall mounting device for a flat panel display includes a wall bracket and a mounting bracket. The wall bracket is adapted to be directly coupled to a wall and includes a top rail and a bottom rail. The mounting bracket is adapted to be coupled to the flat panel display, and includes first and second plate members connected to each other and defining an upper end and a lower end. At the upper end, the mounting bracket includes a hook to engage the top rail of the wall bracket. At the lower end, the mounting bracket includes a spring clip that selectively engages the bottom rail of the wall bracket.

Abstract: A cantilever assembly includes a cantilever arm having a pair of longitudinal fastening channels with a corresponding pair of slots in communication with the fastening channels. An attachment bracket features a connector portion and a pair of spaced leg portions defining a seat there between with each leg portion having at least one aperture. The leg portions also each have an inner surface featuring an elongated groove with each being in communication with a corresponding one of the apertures. The elongated grooves are positioned in alignment with the slots of the cantilever arm when the cantilever arm is positioned in the seat of the attachment bracket.

Abstract: A mount to accommodate an oblong medical instrument for computer-assisted surgery, has a clamp bracket with a variable cross section for clamped fixing of the instrument, and a localization device rotatable relative to the clamp bracket for detection of the spatial position of the instrument.

Abstract: A holder is provided for holding an electronic device on a supporting surface. The holder includes a main body, an attaching member, and a connection arm. The main body includes a support member for supporting the electronic device and a restricting mechanism movably connected to the support member for stably keeping the electronic device in the support member. The attaching member is used for attaching the main body to the supporting surface. Two opposite ends of the connection arm are respectively rotatably coupled to the attaching member and the main body to allow the viewing angle of the electronic device being adjusted.

Abstract: An arm is pivotally coupled to a support structure at one end and a patient care equipment support, such as a service head, is pivotally coupled to the arm at the other end. The arm has a first portion and a second portion coupled to the first portion for extension and retraction relative to the first portion. Brakes are provided to brake the extension and retraction of the portions of the arm, to brake the pivoting movement of the arm relative to the support structure, and to brake the pivoting movement of the patient care equipment support relative to the arm. Each of the brakes is releasable.

Abstract: A flat panel display mounting system includes a wall plate and at least one monitor arm assembly. The monitor arm assembly includes a monitor arm mountable to the wall plate, and a leveling assembly coupled to the monitor arm and arranged within an opening of the monitor arm. The leveling assembly is movable relative to the monitor arm within the opening and along a length of the monitor arm. The leveling assembly includes a display mounting portion adapted to mount a flat panel display thereon. The leveling assembly with the mounted display panel can be adjusted to obtain a desired location of the mounted display panel.

Abstract: One embodiment of a holder for holding portable electronic devices includes a main support body being a rectangular rigid plate; a main support member hingedly secured to a rear end of the main support body, the main support member being a rectangular rigid plate and comprising two spaced hinge housings proximate to a top edge distal the main support body; and two parallel support legs hingedly secured to a back of the main support member; and a rectangular solar panel comprising two pivots at two top corners respectively, each pivot pivotably secured to the hinge housing so that an angle of the solar panel with respect to the main support member can be adjusted for orienting toward the sun.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus comprises a shell, a positioning member, a rotating member, and a connecting member. The positioning member is secured to the shell; the connecting member is adapted to secure a camera module. The rotating member is secured to the connecting member, and extends out off the shell. The positioning member includes a first flange and a second flange, the connecting member is rotatable and secured between the first flange and the second flange, and the connecting member is rotatable between a first position by the rotating member, where the connecting member abuts the first flange, and a second position, where the connecting member abuts the second flange.

Abstract: An adjustable cable tray joint is provided. The joint has first and second tray receptacles, each having a web and opposing walls. The first tray receptacle may further include joint flanges extending from its walls. The first and second tray receptacles are attached together by pivotal connection, the receptacles defining a rotation relative to each other about the pivotal connection. The joint flanges of the first tray receptacle are disposed proximate to the corresponding walls of the second tray receptacle. The joint includes a locking member extending through a wall of the first tray receptacle and the corresponding wall of the second tray receptacle, the locking member configured to selectively fix and release the rotation between the two tray receptacles.

Abstract: A hands free media platform apparatus is disclosed. The media platform may include a collar, a pair or arms projecting from the collar, and a platform coupled to the arms. The platform is adapted to hold media so that the media is viewable by a user wearing the apparatus without the media being hand held. The apparatus may include adjustable elements providing customized viewing angles of media carried on the platform.

Abstract: A tilting device is disclosed. A tilting device for tiltably supporting a mass may include: a bracket, which is attachable to and detachable from the mass, and which is configured to tilt about a rotation shaft; a nut, which is hinge-coupled to one side of the bracket about a hinge shaft; a leadscrew, which engages the nut; and a housing, which supports either side of the rotation shaft, and in which a guide indentation is formed that guides a movement of the hinge shaft. The tilting device utilizes a simple link structure to tilt a mass using a small-capacity driving unit.

Abstract: An adjustable flat-panel display mount is described. The display mount includes a mounting plate for mounting with a surface, such as a wall. A front mount is included. The front mount is formed to attach with a television display and affix the television display with the display mount. A swing out apparatus is pivotally connected between the mounting plate and the front mount. The swing out apparatus includes a set of bars that, together with the mounting plate and front mount, form a four-bar linkage. The swing out apparatus is formed to swing the front mount between a retracted position and an extended position, such that motion from the retracted to extended position moves the front mount, and attached television display, out and down.

Abstract: An extension bracket, comprising a front side and a top side, the front side at approximately ninety degrees from the top side; at least two openings on the front side, the two openings at different level from each other, one opening higher or elevated than the other; and, a pivot connector allowing one part to pivot relative to the extension bracket. The extension bracket can have a back side to provide additional support between the extension bracket and the part to which it is connected to.

Abstract: An arm for a wall mount and a wall mount having the arm are disclosed. The arm for a wall mount and a wall mount having the arm in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can include: a frame; a first hinge axle rotatably coupled to one end of the frame; a first driving gear coupled to the first hinge axle; a first gear train installed in the frame so as to be engaged with the first driving gear; and a first motor configured to drive the first gear train, and the first gear train can include: a plurality of axles arranged on a same plane; and a plurality of reduction gears, each of which being rotatably coupled to one of the axles. With the present invention, it becomes possible to provide a wall mount that is slimmer but provides a greater driving force by using a smaller motor.

Abstract: An apparatus for a flat panel is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a flat panel assembly and a hinge mechanism coupled to the flat panel assembly. The hinge mechanism is adaptable to an industry standard mount and a non-industry standard mount. A system and method in accordance with the present invention allows for the replacement of a non-VESA standard compatible display mount with a display mount that is compatible with the VESA standard. Utilizing the system and method in accordance with the present invention, such a replacement can be accomplished with minimal effort, and in an efficient manner.

Abstract: A support structure for supporting a display panel includes a support and a clamp. The support is rotatably coupled to the display panel. The clamp includes two clamping arms rotatably coupled to the support, a bolt and an adjusting nut. A slot is defined in each clamping arm. The bolt is extended through each slot and engaged with the adjusting nut. Therefore a distance between two distal ends of two clamping arms can be adjusted by screwing and unscrewing the adjusting nut along the bolt. A display device using the support structure is also provided.

Abstract: A mount for attaching a flat screen display panel is disclosed in which a wall bracket is attached to a support surface, a panel bracket is secured to a display panel, and the two brackets then cooperate to securely affix the display panel to the support surface while allowing subsequent lateral and pivotal adjustment.

Abstract: A keyboard, mouse, and wrist support arrangement with a pivotable transverse member, first and second elongate rails in combination with slide rails for slidably receiving the first and second elongate rails for retaining the pivotable transverse member for extension and retraction and for pivoting about a lateral pivot axis, a keyboard support plate retained relative to the pivotable transverse member, and a keyboard wrist support retained relative to the keyboard support plate. A mouse support plate, which can be independently moveable in relation to the keyboard support plate, can be retained relative to the pivotable transverse member, and a mouse wrist support retained relative to the mouse support plate.