Abstract: A projector stand capable of regulating inclinations of a projector with respect to a horizontal plane in a projective direction and a direction perpendicular to the projective direction within a prescribed angular range is obtained. This projector stand includes a stand member including a first angle regulating portion for regulating the inclinations of the projector with respect to the horizontal plane in the projective direction and the direction perpendicular to the projective direction within the prescribed angular range and a support member including a second angle regulating portion for regulating the inclinations of the projector within the prescribed angular range by engaging with the first angle regulating portion of the stand member and coming into contact with a prescribed portion of the first angle regulating portion.

Abstract: A holder for a mobile electronic device includes first and second clamping jaws, at least the first clamping jaw being displaceable toward the second clamping jaw to clamp the mobile electronic device. The holder also includes a stop element and an entraining element connected to the first clamping jaw, the entraining element being shaped so that it is displaceable with respect to the stop element, namely jointly with the clamping jaw connected to it, in which case at least one extreme position corresponding to the maximum opening of the clamping jaw is defined in the displacement path by the impact of the stop element against the entraining element. The holder includes a damper element, which is mounted on the stop element and damps the stopping of the stop element against the entraining element.

Abstract: A position adjusting device includes a base unit with spaced-apart first and second lateral plates. A bracket is elongated and interposed between the first and second lateral plates for mounting an integration rod, and includes opposite first and second open ends. A connecting mechanism includes two resilient pins connected respectively between the bracket and the first lateral plate and between the bracket and the second lateral plate. The resilient pins are proximate to the first open end of the bracket. An adjusting member extends through the first lateral plate, and abuts against one side of the bracket proximate to the second open end. The adjusting member drives the bracket to move along a first axis and a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The first and second axes are perpendicular to an extension direction of the bracket.

Abstract: A holder for holding electrical lines in aircraft construction comprises a base and a component extending away for the base for holding the electrical lines, the holder being made of plastic. The plastic may be a glass-fiber reinforced polyamide material. The component may be formed of the same material as the base in a single injection molding process and may have ribs formed that provide substantial stiffening to the component.

Abstract: A mounting device is provided for extending at least part of a line article along at least part of a structure. The mounting device includes a mounting platform having a base and two resilient legs extending from the base, where each of the two resilient legs has a free end such that a first distance between the two resilient legs is shorter than a second distance between the two resilient legs parallel to the first distance, and where the two resilient legs together form mutually opposing points of contact capable of securing the mounting device onto a structure. The mounting device further includes at least two retaining mechanisms extending from the mounting platform, where the first and second retaining mechanisms are mutually positioned to be together capable of extending at least part of a line article in any direction along at least part of such a structure, regardless of the direction in which the mounting device is secured by the two resilient legs on the structure.

Abstract: A collapsible frame comprises a plurality of frame members joined together by a flexible tension cable. In one embodiment, the individual frame members are also joined together by an elastic cord to facilitate assembly. The tensioning member includes an arcuate cable track and is rotatably connected to the frame. Relative rotation of the frame and tensioning member in a first direction tightens the tension cable, while relative rotation of the frame and tensioning member in a second direction loosens the tension cable.

Abstract: An articulating support arm is used with a work station and has a central body with two ends. The inner end has a base pivotally connected thereto and the outer end has a platform pivotally connected thereto. The platform has an angled abutment that is integral with the platform and is located to be contacted by a slider that moves from side to side on a threaded shaft located on the central body. As the shaft is rotated, the slider slides along the abutment to vary the pitch of the platform relative to the body.

Abstract: A bag support for supporting a bag, the bag support being mountable to a post, the bag having a pouch and a hook extending from the pouch. The bag support includes: a support body; a mounting clip for mounting the bag support to the post, the mounting clip including a pair of clip jaws extending substantially outwardly from the support body in a spaced apart relationship relatively to each other, the clip jaws defining a clip plane extending therebetween, the clip plane being substantially parallel to both of the clip jaws, the clip plane defining a longitudinal direction extending substantially perpendicularly to the clip plane; and a hook receiving element extending from the support body, the hook receiving element defining a hook receiving aperture, the hook receiving aperture being substantially parallel to the clip plane.

Abstract: A seat guide device has at least one linear guide system and a seat base supported in a movable fashion on the carriage of said system against the force of a spring. The device further comprises: (a) damping element coupled to at least one of the carriage and the spring, and (b) a block and tackle which includes: (1) one fixed end which is attached to a stationary attachment point; (2) one loose end which is connected to the carriage; and (3) one first loose pulley which is connected to a stationary attachment point via the spring.

Abstract: A coupling mechanism for securing an audio/video player onto a flat panel display includes a casing, a hanger assembly and a connection member. The casing is used for supporting the audio/video player in an upright manner. The hanger assembly is attachable to the flat panel display. The connection member rotatably couples the casing to the hanger assembly so that an orientation of the audio/video player relative to the flat panel display is adjustable.

Abstract: A hose-guiding implement includes a first body with a solid core and a mating portion extending upwardly therefrom. The first body further has a disc-shaped shoulder protruding outwardly therefrom with a planar top surface registered orthogonal to a longitudinal length thereof. A first roller is removably positioned about the first body and rested on the shoulder, and has an axial bore extending along a length thereof. The first roller has an outer diameter equal to an outer diameter of the shoulder. A top member is removably interfitted with the mating portion of the first body and spaced above the first roller such that the first roller is vertically displaced along the longitudinal length of the first body when the hose slidably glides therealong such that the hose is allowed to glide along an outer surface of the first roller during operating conditions.

Abstract: An example leveling device includes a first plate having a first set of positioning teeth and a second plate having a second set of positioning teeth. The first set of positioning teeth engage the second set of positioning teeth. The first plate is rotatable relative to the second plate to alter the angular relationship between the first plate and the second plate to provide a level surface.

Abstract: A shelf support system that includes a shelf member having a flat support surface, and a flange adjacent at least one end of the support surface that includes a downwardly extending wall portion and an inwardly extending wall portion connected thereto, the inwardly extending wall portion having an edge formed with a notch having a predetermined width. At least one support bracket includes a U-shaped mounting flange having an upwardly extending connecting wall that includes a spacer wall portion having a predetermined width and an engagement wall portion that is connected to the spacer wall portion and that extends beyond the predetermined width of the spacer wall portion. The support bracket is connected to the shelf member by positioning the U-shaped mounting flange of the support bracket within the wall portions of the shelf member to provide a secure connection without the use of tools.

Abstract: A visual presenter includes a body including a base and a support column on which an imaging camera is mounted, a stage which is separate from the body and is formed with a placement surface on which a material to be presented is placed, a positioner located on the base, and a positioned member located on the stage so as to be connectable to the positioner so that the placement surface falls within an imaging range of the imaging camera.

Abstract: A seat position adjusting apparatus for a vehicle includes a lower rail, an upper rail moved relatively with the lower rail, a locking mechanism restricting relative movement between the lower rail and the upper rail and releasing restriction on the relative movement, an operating member releasing restriction of the locking mechanism on the relative movement between the lower rail and the upper rail, a position memorizing mechanism for memorizing a position of the upper rail relative to the lower rail, a memorized position releasing member releasing the memorized position of the upper rail relative to the lower rail, wherein the position memorizing mechanism includes a movable member, an engaging member and a biasing member that has a first operating arm portion and a second operating arm portion that are positioned at two points on the engaging member with maintaining a predetermined distance therebetween in order to exert the operation force at the two points.

Abstract: An apparatus for the suspension of objects from stable and overhanging locations. A method for the installation and use of such an apparatus is also included. Apparatus is especially useful in the decorative display of lanterns created from pumpkins and other gourds and melons including cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon.

Abstract: A container device having a paint receptacle allows a user to easily access paint with a brush while working on a ladder. The container device includes a pair of fixed brackets for attachment to a desired ladder rung and a pivotable bracket to stabilize the container device on a lower ladder rung. The paint receptacle maintains the paint in a convenient manner during use and includes an interior wipe board for removing excess paint from a paint brush and a brush clamp for storing a paint brush when not in use. A lid and handle are also included for tightly sealing any remaining paint therein during transportation and storage. A fabric cover having a series of pockets can be placed on the lower portion of the container device for carrying various painting tools and accessories.

Abstract: A hose attachment for securing a water hose in position adjacent and against a shampoo bowl of a salon sink at a beauty salon so that a pre-set water pressure and temperature can be maintained without interruption throughout the various steps, such as soaping, shampooing, conditioning and rinsing, of the hair styling procedure for a client's hair includes a bracket securable to a wall adjacent the shampoo bowl and having at least one clamp projecting therefrom, with the clamp including a pair of semi-circular flexible gripping arms for receiving and holding the water hose and thereby freeing the stylist's hands for performing the various steps, and the clamp or clamps being oriented vertically or horizontally with respect to the counter top of the salon sink and also capable of rotation on the bracket for adjustably positioning and securing the water hose in place against the shampoo bowl.

Abstract: A pipe insulation coupling secures a pipe and adjacent ends of insulation tubing surrounding the pipe to a channel-section track having a pair of inwardly turned flanges. The coupling includes a one-piece elongated cylindrical body having an outer tube wall extending between first and second ends. A planar interior wall disposed midway between the first and second ends extends inwardly from the outer tube wall to a center bore for receiving the pipe therethrough. The planar wall defines opposing first and second channels extending from the planar wall to the first and second ends for receiving the adjacent ends of the insulation tubing therein. A pair of flexible and resilient legs extends between a proximal end fixedly secured to the outer tube wall and a distal end including opposing notches formed therein for selective engagement with the flanges of the track thereby locking the coupling to the track.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for portable electronic devices includes a mount (12) with a mounting ball (16) that mates with a socket assembly (22) formed in a housing (18) of an electronic device (20). The socket assembly includes an orifice (32) formed in the back of the housing, a seat (34) positioned in the orifice for matingly receiving the ball, and a spring element (36) partially surrounding the seat. The seat includes a concave center portion (38) and a plurality of flexible, interconnected arms (40,42,44) extending from the concave center portion. The spring element substantially encircles the flexible arms to allow the flexible arms to flex outward when receiving the ball and to then contract inwardly to contact the ball when the ball is seated fully in the seat.