Patents by Inventor David VanDuzer
David VanDuzer has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 8931748Abstract: An extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts a spring coupled to a cable is used, the cable being routed along a bearing surface and then attached within the articulating portion. In some embodiments, the bearing surface may be located on a pivotable member that rotates in correspondence with the articulating portion. In various embodiments, the spring may be located within the articulating arm, a base portion in operative engagement with the articulating portion, or entirely external to the extension arm.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2010Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: 8720838Abstract: The present application teaches an extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion, via the operation of a counter-balancing mechanism. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts, the counter-balancing mechanism employs a spring coupled to a chain at a first end, the chain being connected at its opposite end to a pivoting member with which it interacts to support the articulating portion of the extension arm and any objects connected thereto.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Publication number: 20120267497Abstract: An extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts a spring coupled to a cable is used, the cable being routed along a bearing surface and then attached within the articulating portion. In some embodiments, the bearing surface may be located on a pivotable member that rotates in correspondence with the articulating portion. In various embodiments, the spring may be located within the articulating arm, a base portion in operative engagement with the articulating portion, or entirely external to the extension arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2010Publication date: October 25, 2012Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, JR., David VanDuzer
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Publication number: 20120153117Abstract: The present application teaches an extension arm including an articulating portion that approximately counterbalances the mass of the articulating portion and any objects connected thereto, for example an electronic device, throughout the positional range of the articulating portion, via the operation of a counter-balancing mechanism. In some embodiments according to the disclosed inventive concepts, the counter-balancing mechanism employs a spring coupled to a chain at a first end, the chain being connected at its opposite end to a pivoting member with which it interacts to support the articulating portion of the extension arm and any objects connected thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2011Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, JR., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: 8074949Abstract: The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Thus, the arm may be positioned as desired, as such force adjustment stabilizes the arm.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Steve Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Howard M. Williams, Jr., David VanDuzer, Robert Altonji
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Patent number: 7922137Abstract: The present invention provides a device for holding a laptop computer or other portable devices. The laptop is placed on a support having a generally planar surface. A pair of adjustable arm members is pivotally connected to the support. The user may adjust one or both of the arm members to accommodate portable devices of different sizes. Clips or other connectors are used to secure the laptop to the holding device. The clips connect to the arm members and to the support. The clips may have one or more components, and may be configured to slide along the arm members and the support. The support may include a number of projections that can be arranged in an X-shaped configuration. A release plate or other connector couples the holding device to an extension assembly. The release plate provides a quick release from a tilting device of the extension assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2006Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Publication number: 20100230552Abstract: The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Thus, the arm may be positioned as desired, as such force adjustment stabilizes the arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2010Publication date: September 16, 2010Applicant: INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, JR., Steve Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Howard M. Williams, JR., David VanDuzer, Robert Altonji
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Patent number: 7748666Abstract: The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Thus, the arm may be positioned as desired, as such force adjustment stabilizes the arm.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2006Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., Steve Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Howard M. Williams, Jr., David VanDuzer, Robert Altonji
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Publication number: 20090242352Abstract: A rotation stop system is disclosed, which limits the rotation of a user device mounted to a mounting member. The user device may be connected to an end cap secured to the mounting member. The rotation stop system includes a rotation stop device operable to engage the mounting member and the end cap. The rotation stop device includes a rotation stop collar and at least one rotation stop ring having at least one stop member. The end cap includes a stop engaging member, which is configured to interoperate with the stop members of the rotation stop rings, in order to prevent further rotation of the user device beyond the stop members.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2008Publication date: October 1, 2009Applicant: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Robert Altonji, David VanDuzer
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Patent number: 7546994Abstract: The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Removable and/or pivotable covers are provided for managing cables of the user device attached to the extension arm.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2007Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Robert Altonji, Steve Bowman, David VanDuzer, Bradley A. Derry, Howard M. Williams, Jr.
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Patent number: D640706Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2010Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, Stephen J. Bowman, David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D646283Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2010Date of Patent: October 4, 2011Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D661572Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D662102Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2011Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman
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Patent number: D670554Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2012Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D674807Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: D675905Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2012Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D684158Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2012Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.
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Patent number: D702217Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2012Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, LLCInventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Bradley A. Derry, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr., David VanDuzer
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Patent number: D712907Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2013Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Innovative Office Products, Inc.Inventors: Bradley A. Derry, David VanDuzer, Stephen J. Bowman, Odd N. Oddsen, Jr.