Patents Assigned to SmartTray International, LLC
  • Publication number: 20230312104
    Abstract: A support for holding a portable electronic device in a vehicle has a tray body having a first side and a second side opposite the first side. A recess is formed in the tray body between the first side and the second side of the tray body. A rotatable assembly is rotatably mounted within the recess. A cavity is formed in the rotatable assembly. The cavity is dimensioned to receive an edge of a planar portable electronic device and to hold the planar portable electronic device upright when the planar portable electronic device is received within the cavity. One or more mounting points are used for securing the support to the vehicle. An advertisement is removably attached to a surface of the rotatable assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2023
    Publication date: October 5, 2023
    Applicant: SmartTray International LLC
    Inventor: NICK PAJIC
  • Patent number: 11529910
    Abstract: A holding assembly for holding portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The holding assembly comprises a plurality of independently movable planar members that engage one or more portable electronic devices to hold the portable electronic devices. The planar members may each be moved between a first position and a second position. A portion of the holding assembly may be received within an open portion of a planar member to provide a low-profile geometry. The holding assembly may be opened to hold a portable electronic device and closed when not in use in this manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 10464459
    Abstract: A tray table for supporting portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The tray table may have a removable portion that may be completely separable from the body of the tray table, such as for cleaning, replacement or other purposes. A wireless battery charger is included for wirelessly charging one or more portable electronic devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2019
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 10427619
    Abstract: A support comprising a holding assembly for holding portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The holding assembly comprises a rotatable front wall and a rotatable back wall that receive one or more portable electronic devices therebetween. The front wall is typically biased to help secure a portable electronic device by applying pressure to the portable electronic device. A slide may be connected to the front wall to aid in rotating the front wall when inserting or removing a portable electronic device. Induction charging may be provided as well.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 10150395
    Abstract: A support for portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The support may comprise a collapsible cavity that accepts one or more portable electronic devices. The cavity is collapsible to help secure a portable electronic device therein or for storage purposes. The portable electronic devices may be held at various viewing angles relative to the passenger. A passenger may be permitted to adjust the angle at which his or her portable electronic device is positioned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2018
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9796344
    Abstract: A support comprising a holding assembly for holding portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The holding assembly comprises a rotatable front wall and a rotatable back wall that receive one or more portable electronic devices therebetween. The front wall is typically biased to help secure a portable electronic device by applying pressure to the portable electronic device. A slide may be connected to the front wall to aid in rotating the front wall when inserting or removing a portable electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9701234
    Abstract: A support for portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The support may comprise an elongated cavity or slot configured to accept one or more portable electronic devices. The slot is collapsible to help secure a portable electronic device therein or for storage purposes. The portable electronic devices may be held at various viewing angles relative to the passenger. A passenger may be permitted to adjust the angle at which his or her portable electronic device is positioned. Likewise, an operator or the like may rotate the support for cleaning or other maintenance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9623971
    Abstract: A support for portable electronic devices increases passenger convenience and comfort. The support may comprise an elongated cavity or slot configured to accept one or more portable electronic devices. The portable electronic devices may be held at various viewing angles relative to the passenger. In some embodiments, the support may be rotatable. In this manner, a passenger may be permitted to adjust the angle at which his or her portable electronic device is positioned. Likewise, an operator or the like may rotate the support for cleaning or other maintenance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2017
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9481465
    Abstract: A tray table that facilitates consumption of entertainment and various other media via a portable electronic device is disclosed herein. The tray table includes a panel that secures the portable electronic device for hands free operation. One or more channels at the panel receive at least a portion of the portable electronic device. The panel is capable of rotating between an open and closed position, while the tray table itself may rotate between a stowed and service position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9409647
    Abstract: A tray table that facilitates consumption of entertainment and various other media via a portable electronic device is disclosed herein. The tray table includes an inner tray secures the portable electronic device for hands free operation. One or more channels at the inner tray receive at least a portion of the portable electronic device. The inner tray is capable of rotating between an open and closed position, while the tray table itself may rotate between a stowed and service position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic
  • Patent number: 9403596
    Abstract: A tray table that facilitates consumption of entertainment and various other media via a electronic device is disclosed herein. The tray table includes an inner tray secures the electronic device for use. One or more channels at the inner tray receive at least a first portion of the electronic device, while a movable stop helps ensure the electronic device is secured to the inner tray. The inner tray is capable of rotating between an open and closed position, while the tray table itself may rotate between a stowed and service position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2016
    Assignee: SmartTray International, LLC
    Inventor: Nick Pajic