Abstract: A passive suspension system for supporting an instrument relative to a rigid support structure while preserving angular alignment of the instrument. The suspension system includes an instrument platform, the instrument being secured to the platform, and first and second vibration isolator systems. The first ends of the isolator systems are attached to the rigid support structure so that axes of the vibration isolators extend transverse to the instrument axis. The first and second isolator systems resist motion transverse to the instrument axis and provide shock and vibration isolation transverse to the instrument axis. First, second and third stabilizing struts extend parallel to each other and the instrument axis, and are of equal length. A first set of bearings connects ends of the struts to the instrument platform in a spaced relationship, and allows motion transverse to the struts. A second set of bearings connects opposing ends of the struts to the rigid support structure in a spaced relationship.

Abstract: A device that provides automatic, in situ, continuously adjustable mounting of an item on a vertical support, comprising a first portion affixed to the vertical support, and a second portion that fixedly or releasably engages with the first portion and fixedly attaches to or is incorporated in the reverse side of the item. One or both of the two portions is formed to allow automatic, in situ, continuous vertical adjustment and repositioning with respect to the other portion, and one or both portions may also be formed to allow horizontal adjustment and repositioning with respect to the other portion. Also, a device for horizontally extending the available range of mounting positions for items that need to be supported by a stud.

Abstract: The half-ball type universally-movable tripod head for supporting cameras comprises a base (22), a platform (17) and a universally positioning means (23). The universally positioning means (23) comprises mainly an upper joint and a lower joint respectively having a half ball (3,4) with locking ball (1,2) in it and a socket (5,6), a supporting stand (15) between said two joints, a controlling handle (9), tension rods (7,8) having positive or negative thread respectively, and a nut (10) with positive and negative threads at opposite ends. The rod (7,8) is controlled by turning the handle (9) for tensioning or releasing the two half balls, so that the two joints can be locked or unlocked and the camera can be instantly immobilized as well as smoothly triaxially rotated.

Abstract: A portable tree climbing device with platform capable of supporting a user above ground level. The main climbing platform incorporates a secured seat frame assembly which can also assume a secured upright position or collapse flat relative the platform body. The seat frame secures a seat with a folding backrest which is capable of complete 360 degree rotation relative to the platform body. A tree stand comprised of a main climbing platform and climbing aid whose angle members can be secured in either the upright, working position or collapse both flat and in overall length while in the transporting position. A tree stand where the main angle members secure an upright position by the use of slidable, pivotally connected linkages and spring loaded detent pins. A tree stand which utilizes a ridged and formed tree encircling member which is telescopically secured to the main angle members.

Abstract: A rotating Christmas tree stand that includes a rotating electric supply socket to provide electrical power to the lights decorating the Christmas tree; that includes a fluid reservoir for supplying fluid to the Christmas tree; that includes a mixing mechanism for mixing fertilizing agents into the fluid within the fluid reservoir; and that includes a stand assembly and a rotating tree support assembly rotatably supported on the stand assembly.

Abstract: A climbing tree stand includes a detachable, reversible seat assembly suspended from the body support structural frame. The seat assembly itself has a seat bottom portion and a back support portion connected to the seat and operable to bear against a transverse portion of the structural frame. A pair of straps attached to the bottom of the seat bottom portion carry hooks at their ends which hooks engage sides of the frame assembly so as to suspend the seat assembly below the frame assembly.

Abstract: A wrist pad mounting arrangement which includes an elongated pad, two linkages respectively coupled between two opposite ends of the elongated pad and two opposite lateral sides of a mainframe of a notebook computer for permitting the elongated pad to be moved between a first position, in which the elongated pad is covered on a display unit, and a second position, in which the elongated pad is supported on a front side of the mainframe of the notebook computer in a sloping position for supporting the user's wrists and permitting the display unit to be opened from the mainframe of the notebook computer.

Abstract: An isolation mounting device or assembly is used to mount items or compons to a structure in an environment susceptible to vibrational energy, such as a vehicle. The isolation mounting device includes a damping portion, such as a piece of elastomeric damping material, bonded to the surface of the structure to isolate the mounting device and the component from vibrational energy transmitted through the structure. A support base, such as an aluminum block, is bonded to the damping portion to support the component. A fastener engaging portion is fixed to and extends from the support base to engage a fastener that secures the component to the support base. For example, a assembly can be crimped into an aperture formed in the support base so that an internally threaded snap nut post extends through the component and receives a bolt that secures the component to the support base. The component is then easily and removably mounted to the structure without enhancing the transmission of vibration.

Abstract: A new BEAR BAG SYSTEM for PROTECTING A SUPPLY OF FOOD WHILE CAMPING. The inventive device includes a length of nylon rope having opposing free ends. A bag of rocks is securable to one of the free ends of the length of nylon rope. Two supplemental bags are provided for storing food. Two lengths of curtain cord adjustably couple the supplemental bags with respect to the length of nylon cord.

Abstract: A tripod has an adjustable top plate that supports an equipment foot. The support legs each comprise paired plates. Interposed between the paired plates is a damping material. The damping material damps the tripod and inhibits resonance from passing through the tripod to the supported equipment.

Abstract: A pipe support hanger having a counterbalance of predetermined load and spring moments about a main pivot through a predetermined range of pipe deflection is adapted for use in vertical and horizontal orientations.

Abstract: A mount for isolating a vibrating member from its support. An elastomeric element is made up of four components that are preferably bonded to the inclined outer surface of an inner member and the inclined inner surface of an outer member. One of the inner and outer members is bifurcated and drawing the two halves into mating engagement results in the elastomeric components being preloaded simultaneously in compression and shear. The elastomeric element is preferably formed with portions which snub movement in each of three orthogonal directions. The dimensions of the pair of elastomeric components above or below the vibrating member may be different than the other pair since the greater compression strain on one pair of components will make its stiffness characteristics more critical to determining the effective stiffness of the mount.

Abstract: The slideway comprises first and second section members that are slidable relative to each other, together with a locking mechanism for locking the seat longitudinally, which mechanism comprises four resiliently flexible blades each including teeth suitable for co-operating, in a locking position, with notches formed in the second section member. The first section member has unlocking means suitable for acting simultaneously on all four blades, causing them to bend elastically so that the teeth of all of the blades are disengaged from the notches. The blades are disposed relative to each other in such a manner that in most positions of the first section member relative to the second section member, at least one of the blades meshes with the notches.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fixing system for the rapid fixing of a component connected to a structural part, such as a sectional rail or flat band, to a further component, such as a vertical strut. A particularly simple fixing structure and an extremely rapid clamping retention is obtained according to the invention by clamping elements and spacing elements, which are constructed on the component connected to the structural part to be fixed and which cooperate with elongated and round holes of a row of holes or with a slot in the further component. The component to be wedged is preferably made from sheet steel.

Abstract: A bag holding system includes a stand, such as a header A-frame stand, or a beltboard. The stand includes a slot for receiving a tab defined on a bag assembly adapter. The bag assembly adapter also includes at least one first connector member for connecting with a second connector member defined on a bag assembly such as a saddle pack. The saddle pack is formed from a number of stacked polymeric sheets each including a first bag, a second bag, and a center strip portion having a first edge connected to the first bag and a second edge connected to the second bag. The second connector member includes an aperture extending through the center strip portions. The at least one first connector member of the bag assembly adapter may include a leg portion having a nub projecting through the aperture of the bag assembly so as to secure the bag assembly to the bag assembly adapter.

Abstract: The knee bolster structure to be mounted on an instrument panel 13 comprises a panel 2 and a stay 3 for supporting the panel 2, while the stay 3 is composed of a stay main body 4 and patch 5 so disposed on the stay main body 4 as to cover the stay main body 4. In a vehicle collision, the stay 3 is deformed starting from notches 8 respectively formed in the stay main body 4 but, during the deformation of the stay 3, the leading end side 11 of a top plate 9 provided in the patch 5 is butted against the bottom surface 6 of the stay main body 4, thereby being able to prevent stresses from being concentrated onto the notches 8. Also, since the wall portions 7 of the stay main body 4 are held by the side walls 10 of the patch 5, they are prevented from being opened outwardly. Due to this structure, the drag of the stay 3 or the knee bolster structure can be stabilized, so that shock energy caused in the vehicle collision can be absorbed efficiently.

Abstract: A vehicle seat suspension having a scissors arm linkage disposed between a platform and base with a link pivotally connected at one end to a scissor arm of the linkage at a point spaced from a pivot interconnecting scissor arms of the linkage and operably connected at its other end to a slide carried by the platform for communicating scissor linkage motion to a spring carrier also connected to the link. The carrier includes at least one coil spring held captive preferably in compression between two spaced apart brackets, one of which is pivotally connected to the end of the link adjacent the slide. The point of pivotal attachment of the link to the scissor arm is spaced from the linkage pivot to create a moment about the pivot tending to resist collapse of the linkage when force from the spring is communicated to the linkage.

Abstract: A motor securing structure adapted for use in electric treadmills includes a securing seat adapted to support a motor. A lower end of the securing seat uses a pivot rod as a center of deflection, whereas an upper end of the securing seat cooperates with a rigid spring fitted on a securing pin so that they can displace on the securing pin. The structure ensures that a belt fitted on a pulley of the motor transmission shaft has a preferred tension and eliminates any vibration interference resulting from the interaction between the tread belt and the motor.

Abstract: A holding device for holding objects has a substantially cupshaped housing having an open side, an elastic element connected with the housing and closing the open side, at least one projection extending from the elastic element inwardly of the housing, a turning element extending through the projection and having a portion extending outwardly of the housing, the turnable element being turnable by a user who grasps the outer portion of the turning element between a first position in which it concave toward the diaphragm and the diaphragm is concavely displaced into the housing and a second position in which the turning element is convex toward the housing and the diaphragm convexly bulges out of the housing so as to press out air between the diaphragm and a surface in which the holding device is to be attached, and elements provided on the housing for retaining an object.

Abstract: Outer support bracket for an outer support shaft of an automobile sun visor. The bracket having a mounting member which can be fastened to a surface of the body of the car. An introduction slot is provided between an arm on the mounting member and the mounting member itself for the introduction of the outer support shaft. A locking element which can pivot about an axis spaced from the introduction slot between a locking position and an unlocking position. A locking projection closes the introduction slot in the locking position and releases the outer support shaft in the locking position.