Abstract: A combination stabilizer and stick grip that enables a mobile phone or electronic device to be either held via a user's hand or placed on a support surface at a desired angle. The stabilizer may include a base element with a plurality of pivoting legs. It also may include an engagement element which has a surface substantially parallel to the base element along with a gripping element, a cavity element, non-slip elements on each leg, and an adjustment element. The engagement and gripping elements facilitate the secure holding of a mobile phone or other electronic device.

Abstract: A combination stabilizer and stick grip that enables a mobile phone or electronic device to be either held via a user's hand or placed on a support surface at a desired angle. The stabilizer may include a base element with a plurality of pivoting legs. It also may include an engagement element which has a surface substantially parallel to the base element along with a gripping element, a cavity element, non-slip elements on each leg, and an adjustment element. The engagement and gripping elements facilitate the secure holding of a mobile phone or other electronic device.

Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) printing device has at least one collapsible vertical or horizontal axis using a scissor lift mechanism. One of the horizontal axis's can be made operable via a track or path where the entire machine moves along that path via movable wheels or gears. Sensors may monitor the height, orientation, position, and relative distance of the axes, machine, or extruders. Compensating mechanisms such as counterweights, propellers, or gyroscopes may be used to maintain balance, levelness, and control of the system. As a result, the size and weight of the 3D printer is reduced and made easier to transport while maintaining quality build functionality.

Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) printing device has at least one collapsible vertical or horizontal axis using a scissor lift mechanism. One of the horizontal axis's can be made operable via a track or path where the entire machine moves along that path via movable wheels or gears. Sensors may monitor the height, orientation, position, and relative distance of the axes, machine, or extruders. Compensating mechanisms such as counterweights, propellers, or gyroscopes may be used to maintain balance, levelness, and control of the system. As a result, the size and weight of the 3D printer is reduced and made easier to transport while maintaining quality build functionality.

Abstract: An adjustable hose connection relying on magnetic force to maintain seal is disclosed. The hose connection can be for connecting a vapor source, such as a nebulizer or hookah water pipe, to a delivery hose. The hose connection includes a male and female connector and a rubber seal between them. Both connectors have a magnetic element that attract to provide a seal and connection. The magnetic elements are preferably a permanent magnet in one of the connectors while the opposite magnetic element can be a ferromagnetic material such as steel. The strength of this connection can be varied by adjusting the magnetic gap between the male and female connectors with a threaded adjuster. The connection can thus be adjusted to find the optimal balance between seal strength and ease of disconnection in various environments.

Abstract: A system for reducing an effective weight of a horizontally sliding object, wherein the object such as a door or window is retained in a track that allows substantially horizontal movement along a predetermined path. The door has an upper surface with a longitudinal cavity therealong, a metallic channel is disposed within the longitudinal cavity, and the channel receives a plurality of permanent magnets. The system also includes an elongate strip coinciding with the predetermined path and positioned adjacent the upper surface of the door. An adjustment mechanism is also provided for releasably adjusting the distance between the magnets and the elongate strip.

Abstract: A system for reducing an effective weight of a horizontally sliding object is disclosed, wherein the system comprises an object such as a door or window retained in a track that allows substantially horizontal movement along a predetermined path. The door has an upper surface with a longitudinal cavity therealong, and a metallic channel is disposed within the longitudinal cavity, where the channel encloses a plurality of permanent magnets. The system also includes an elongate strip coinciding with said predetermined path and positioned adjacent an upper surface of the door. An adjustment mechanism is also provided for releasably adjusting the distance between the magnets and the elongate strip.