Abstract: The vehicle is provided with a lift unit includes a fixed base (21) supported by a vehicle body frame, a movable base (22) connected to a seat base supporting a seat (4), and supported by the fixed base so as to be movable between a lowered position and a reference position higher than the lowered position relative to the fixed base, an engagement device (23) configured to selectively retain the movable base to the fixed base at the reference position, an electric lift mechanism (24) configured to move the movable base vertically relative to the seat base, and a control unit (6) controlling the engagement device and the electric lift mechanism.

Abstract: A multi-positional easel allows for a wider range of motion for a work platform, accommodating both seated and standing positions, as well as full tilt and rotation of the work platform. The characteristics of this easel consist of a work platform that can expand to hold various sizes of canvas or other work pieces. These work pieces are held in place by four adjustable points, two on each side. A free standing three-point wheeled base has a single adjustable vertical post. Attached to that post is a multi-positional armature assembly that allows for more flexibility in the positioning of the work platform. Once the work piece is held in place on the work platform, the work platform can be rotated in a plane in a full 360-degrees, as well as a free range of motion of tilt from a horizontal plane to a vertical plane.

Abstract: A support frame is provided to be mounted to one or more support platforms having respective holes defined therein. The support frame comprises an elongate rigid column having a longitudinal axis extending from a proximal end to a distal end opposite the proximal end, at least the distal end and an associated portion of the elongate rigid column configured to extend through the one or more support platform holes. A platen bracket is connected to the elongate rigid column nearer the proximal end than the distal end, and a support platen is connected to the platen bracket. At least one flange is positioned along the elongate rigid column nearer the distal end than the proximal end, and extends transversely from the longitudinal axis of the elongate rigid column. The one or more flanges are configured to interface with at least one of the one or more support platforms.

Abstract: The exemplary non-limiting embodiments described herein provide a display suspension device and related display device. In at least one embodiment, the display suspension device includes: a vertical slider, which is connected to a display so as to guide the display to slide in the vertical direction; a suspension part, with one end of the suspension part joined with the vertical slider and the other end connected to a suspension point; an air spring, which is located on the suspension part and used to retain the location of the vertical slider when the vertical slider stops sliding; a movable pulley, a rotation shaft of which is connected to a piston rod of the air spring; and a cable, which winds around the movable pulley, with one end of the cable connected to the suspension part and the other end connected to the vertical slider.

Abstract: A wall mounting system for connecting a back of a flat or curved screen to a wall, including, a mounting interface having semi-spherical depressions, multiple elongated beams having matching, semi-spherical depressions for adjustably coupling with the semi-spherical depressions of the mounting interface, wherein the semi-spherical depressions of the elongated beams and the mounting interface have holes for non-movably coupling between them once adjusted, wherein each elongated beam has one or more cut out portions for attaching the elongated beam to the back of the screen: and wherein the mounting interface serves as an interface for holding the screen while it is attached to the wall by the mounting system.

Abstract: A needle plate replacement device including positioning mechanisms provided in an opposing manner in the needle plate and the bed portion, the positioning mechanisms positioning the needle plate to an attaching position in the bed portion; a lock mechanism including a locking member provided in the bed portion and a locked member provided in the needle plate, in which by mounting the needle plate on the attaching position in the bed portion, the locking member and the locked member is locked to each other thus maintaining a locked state; a push-up mechanism provided in the bed portion, the push-up mechanism pushing up the needle plate mounted on the bed portion towards a dismount position above the bed portion; and a release mechanism cancelling the locked state between the locking member and the locked member of the lock mechanism by being interlocked with an operation of the push-up mechanism.

Abstract: An adjustable shelf includes a wall mount for coupling to a wall. A fixed post extends downwardly from the wall mount along a first axis. A post assembly has a rotatable tube coupled to the fixed post so that the rotatable tube rotates about the first axis. An arm extends from the rotatable tube along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis. A shaft rotatably couples within the arm and extends from the arm along the second axis, the shaft being rotatable about the second axis between an operational orientation and a storage orientation. A tray extends from the shaft for holding a keyboard. In the storage orientation, the tray is substantially parallel to the wall and, in the operational orientation, the tray is at an angle with respect to the wall. A locking assembly selectively fixes the tray in the operational orientation and the storage orientation.

Abstract: A table assembly comprising a top member forming a substantially flat top surface circumscribed by an outer edge and at least a first leg support member supporting the top member in a substantially horizontal position, a table dock secured to the top member and forming an elongated channel having a dock length dimension and at least a first display panel circumscribed by a panel edge and having at least one straight edge having a panel length dimension, the dock length dimension less than panel length dimension, wherein at least a portion of the straight edge of the panel is receivable within the dock channel with the panel extending out the open first and second ends of the channel to support the panel in a substantially upright orientation with at least a portion of the display panel extending to a height above the flat top surface.

Abstract: A table includes a vertical support column and a base. The base includes a first floor engaging portion disposed on a first side of a vertical axis and a second floor engaging portion disposed on an opposite second side of the vertical axis. The first and second floor engaging portions are weighted such that the base has a center of gravity spaced from the vertical axis on the second side of the vertical axis. A worksurface member is supported by the vertical support column and is vertically spaced from the base. The worksurface member is rotatable relative to the base. In one aspect, the worksurface member has an overall length greater than the overall length of the base. In another aspect, a stop limits rotation of the worksurface member.

Abstract: A telescoping mount includes an outer member, an inner member at least partially received in the outer member such that one member is movable relative to the other member between an extended position and a retracted position, a platform coupled to one of the outer and inner members for supporting a device, and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is operable to substantially lock the position of the outer and inner members relative to one another in a plurality of non-predefined positions between the extended position and the retracted position. The locking mechanism is movable manually by a user to an unlocked position allowing adjustment of the mount between the extended and retracted positions, and the locking mechanism is movable automatically, upon release of the locking mechanism by the user, to a locked position in which the outer and inner members are substantially prevented from moving relative to one another.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a table apparatus. The table apparatus includes a support assembly, a surface assembly and an adjustment assembly. The adjustment assembly allows for the movement of a work surface between a first bottom position and a second top position while remaining in the same, preferably, horizontal, orientation throughout the movement thereof. Additionally, the work surface is permitted to rotate about an axis that is perpendicular to the work surface. A secondary work surface is provided, which, when properly set to the same height, cooperates with the work surface to provide a matingly engaged configuration which allows for a substantially continuous joined work surface, while allowing for rotation of the work surface about an axis that is perpendicular to the work surface.

Abstract: A device to be attached to the edge of a table comprises a table clamp provided with a vertical hole in which one leg of an angled tube is fastened. The other leg of the tube is horizontal and has at its outer end a tray mount, which receives in a pivotable, fixable and removable manner a centrally situated vertical pivot pin on the underside of a tray on which food and beverages can be placed. By pivoting the tube in the table clamp and the tray in the tray mount the tray can be placed in the desired position and at the desired angle while allowing the table clamp to be positioned out of the way. By displacing and fastening the tube in the table clamp the tray can be vertically adjusted to permit a user to eat in comfort with the food within sight.

Abstract: A veterinary table assembly having a support assembly and a table mounted to the support assembly. The table is operable to rotate with respect to the support assembly at least approximately 90 degrees between a first position and a second position. Preferably, the table is also operable to move vertically between a lowered position and a raised position. The table assembly also preferably includes a back panel mounted to the support assembly for restraining an animal on the table.

Abstract: A multi-functional table comprises an adjustable second support surface recessed below the upper support surface which extends outward therefrom for use as by a person seated adjacent to the table. When not in use, the second support surface is stored beneath the upper support surface of the table, requiring no additional storage or space requirements for the second support surface.

Abstract: A system for the storage and convenient presentation of tools or other items is disclosed. Specifically, the invention disclosed is a multilevel tool lift which consists of a base assembly, a substantially vertical tube assembly and shelf assemblies attached to the substantially vertical tube assembly. The substantially vertical tube assembly can be extended or contracted, thereby raising and lowering the shelf assemblies attached thereto.

Abstract: An angularly adjustable keyboard support bracket includes a mounting rack attached to a desktop, a movable arm coupled with the mounting rack through a pin, and a bracing rack coupled with another end of the movable arm through another pin for holding a tray. A rotary mechanism is located between the bracing rack and the tray to enable the tray to swivel to the left side and the right side for a selected angle relative to the bracing rack to provide users with a desired operating angle.

Abstract: An overbed table includes a table portion and a telescoping support column. The column includes an outer column portion and an inner column portion. The inner and outer column portions have surfaces adjacent each other. A bearing cage is oriented between the adjacent surfaces of the inner and outer column portions. Bearings are captured between the surfaces and the bearing cage. The bearings engage the surfaces to promote projection of the inner column portion from, and retraction of the inner column portion into, the outer column portion. The overbed table also includes a first table section supported by the column for movement horizontally with respect to the column, and a second table section coupled to the first table section and the column such that movement of the second table section results in sliding movement of the first table section.

Abstract: A driving mechanism for linearly and reciprocatingly moving items in a heating chamber of a microwave oven is provided. The driving mechanism includes a rectangular tray for loading thereon an item to be heated within a heating chamber and a driving motor for generating a rotational force. A cam is provided for converting the rotational motion of the driving motor into a linear and reciprocating motion of the tray. The driving mechanism also includes a roller assembly mounted between the bottom of the heating chamber and the tray, the roller assembly including rollers for supporting the tray so as to linearly and reciprocatingly move the tray. Convex portions are formed on the bottom surface of the heating chamber on which the rollers move, and the tray can move in the vertical direction by means of the rollers passing over the convex portions. By moving the item both horizontally and vertically, the item can be uniformly heated, and the space within the heating chamber can be more efficiently used.

Abstract: An improved rotational cake decorating apparatus, commonly known as a Lazy Susan, used in the decoration, display and service of cakes. Said improved rotational cake decorating apparatus has a novel gripping means disposed thereon for improved rotational control. A donut shaped apparatus with a novel gripping means disposed thereon to be fixably attached to an existing rotational cake decorating apparatus. Said donut shaped apparatus with said novel gripping means provides for improved rotational control of said existing rotational cake decorating apparatus. A radial extension apparatus with a novel gripping means disposed thereon that can be removably attached to an existing rotational cake decorating apparatus. The radial extension apparatus provides a larger surface for supporting a work product such as a cake whereby the surface for supporting a cake on the existing rotational cake decorating apparatus is increased allowing for the decoration of larger cakes.

Abstract: A positioning apparatus featuring a rotary cam mechanism for providing movement of a platform along a vertical axis and an adjustment mechanism for providing movement of a mounting surface of the platform along a horizontal axis located in a horizontal plane oriented perpendicular to the vertical axis. A bifurcated platform, having upper and lower platforms, is mounted in vertically movable relation to a base, and a rotary cam mechanism is interfaced between the base and the platform for providing selective vertical movement of the platform in relation to the base responsive to selective rotation of a rotary cam. The rotary cam is rotatably connected to the base and includes a pair of opposing inclined cam slots formed therein. A pair of cam pins are connected to the lower platform in mutually opposing relation so as to be each respectively located in a respective cam slot. A threaded vertical adjustment bolt is rotatably connected to the base, in axially immovable relation with respect thereto.

Abstract: A transfer unit for moving an object vertically, horizontally or rotationally has a drive mechanism installed on a horizontal bed, with a transfer portion mounted on the drive mechanism. The transfer portion includes a vertically disposed rotatable threaded shaft which cooperates with a nut mounted thereon to provide a vertical movement component for the transfer portion. A workpiece receiver mounted on top of the transfer portion is rotatable about a vertical axis. Motors are provided for rotating the nut and the workpiece receiver, respectively.

Abstract: The table assembly comprises a first longitudinally grooved and elongated supporting member disposed substantially vertically. A mounting device removably connects the first supporting member to a fixed structure. A second longitudinally grooved and elongated supporting member is disposed substantially horizontally and bears a table plate at its distal end. The first and the second supporting member are connected together by a brace member. A first locking device is provided between the brace member and the first supporting member for locking the brace member on the first supporting member. A second locking device is provided between the second supporting member and the brace member for locking the second supporting member in the brace member at a selected height. The table assembly is easily adjustable in a wide range of positions and foldable away for storage. It is particularly well adapted for use on locations where space is limited, such as balconies, patios, decks, verandas, mobile homes, boats, etc.

Abstract: A base board supported on an X-Y stage or the like of an exposure apparatus includes a cylindrical fixed member. Porous pads held on the fixed member support the inner circumferential surface of a guide member provided as one body with a holding member for holding a wafer in a non-contact state. The base board is rotated around its central axis by a .theta. linear motor, and is reciprocated in the vertical direction by Z linear motors provided at an equal interval in the circumferential direction. Each of the Z linear motors and the .theta. linear motor includes a rotor fixed to the holding board, and a stator that includes a coil fixed to the base board.

Abstract: Tables having a table top that is movable between a closed position atop the table base and an open position forward and above the table base are disclosed. Certain table embodiments have swivel means to permit rotation of the table top about an axis of rotation normal to the table surface. Others include mechanisms for moving the table surface between the open and the closed position that are sufficiently compact as to be suitable for use with a large majority of coffee table and end table styles.

Abstract: A stand for aiding a worker, such as a cake decorator, to have selective access from a single work position to all surfaces of the product being worked upon, where the product has multiple tiers of different heights and widths, is provided by a movable product-supporting table that is independently selectively rotatable and/or vertically movable relative to a support for the table. Structure is provided whereby the support table is selectively rotatable about a vertical axis and provides selective vertical movement of the table relative to the support.A simple, selectively manually-actuatable clamp is available to the worker to selectively control whether the product-supporting table will be only rotated about its vertical axis, or will be also movable vertically by selective rotation of the support table.The stand is mounted on a wheeled dolly which permits moving both the stand, and the product supported thereon, to selected locations.

Abstract: A turntable for use in a microwave oven which comprises a first rotatable axle secured to the plate of the turntable and disposed within an annular holder, the first rotatable axle including a cavity disposed along its center, an actuating gear having a shaft extended therefrom for being actuated to engage the cavity of the rotatable axle, the actuating gear including an aperture disposed along its center for receiving a second axle supported on a lower plate of a housing member and an annular cam disposed at the underside thereof, the annular cam having an inclined surface disposed along its periphery, a supporting roller secured to the lower plate of the housing member for slidably contact with the declined surface of the annular cam for moving the actuating gear upwardly and downwardly, and a main driving gear actuated by a motor, the main driving gear geared with the actuating gears for rotating horizontally and simultaneously vertically so that the turntable rotates and moves vertically.

Abstract: A displaceable cover for the housing of a sewing machine loop catch mechanism comprises a plate fixed to a pin which in turn is rotatably and slidably mounted in relatively fixed bearings. A spring element exerts upon the pin both a torsion torque and downward axial thrust. Opening of the cover is accomplished by depressing one end of a pivoted lever to cause the other end thereof to raise the cover from engagement within the housing and allowing the spring elements to swing the cover into an open position.

Abstract: The extension column (3) which is telescopically adjustable inside a vertical tube (2) and is optionally rotatable relative to the vertical tube (2) is supported on the latter by a radial and axial pivot bearing arrangement (11, 14) and a height-fixing device comprising a housing (16) and a coupling element (15) preferably in the form of a slide (15) which is supported on a bearing ring (14) which in turn sits on the bearing surface (13) of a support flange (11) supported by the vertical tube (2). The height-fixing slide (15) is mounted in a slide housing (16), which surrounds the bearing ring (14) and the support flange (11), and is against the restoring force of a return spring (27) transferable from a coupled position on the extension column (3) into a release position in which the extension column (3) is freely movable vertically.

Abstract: Locking mechanism for a mechanically driven, low profile, portable turntable for use in cooking ovens, especially microwave ovens, for rotating foodstuffs while cooking. The low profile turntable includes a spring which varies the height of the rotating portion of the turntable with respect to the base between a first predetermined position when there is no food or the like on the turntable and a second predetermined position when there is food on the turntable. The locking mechanism includes notches and prongs located on the rotating portion and base portion of the turntable which engage each other when the turntable is in the first predetermined position to prevent rotation of the turntable.

Abstract: A rotational shelf apparatus (10) for being rotatably mounted in a cabinet or other storage area having a ceiling surface (14) and a floor surface (16). The apparatus (10) comprises a rotating support shaft (22) having first and second end portions (24) and (26), respectively, the support shaft (22) being provided with a coaxial hole (38) at its first end portion (24) for slidably receiving a spring member (42). The second end portion (26) of the support shaft (22) is provided with means for rotatably engaging the floor surface of the cabinet or storage area.

Abstract: The disclosure herein describes a table with a top plate which may be lowered or raised by rotating it; the table includes a base support on which are mounted rotatable elements which use the rotation of the table to cause linear vertical displacement of threaded posts which engage these elements and on which rests the top plate; hence, vertical displacement of the table top simultaneously follows the vertical displacement of the posts.

Abstract: An improved desk includes a top supported by opposite end assemblies and in turn supporting a juxtaposed end of an extension top having an end assembly at its opposite free end. The juxtaposed end of the extension top is attached to the desk top by a mounting assembly allowing of both vertical as well as horizontal displacement of the extension thereabout. The desk and extension end assemblies each are provided with a lowermost vertically adjustable leg unit permitting selective, independent variation of the height of the desk and extension tops both with respect to the underlying floor and with respect to one another. Manipulation of the leg unit adjustment is facilitated by the inclusion of a snap-out panel manually removable from each end assembly.

Abstract: A stand for supporting a plurality of objects at a plurality of different vertical levels comprising a vertical rod having a plurality of spaced circumferential grooves, a plurality of cylindrical collars each having a central bore therethrough of substantially the same size as the cross-section of the rod, each collar having a pair of opposite radial slots extending from the outside of the collar, a horizontal plate connected to each collar and extending radially outwardly from the collar for supporting objects thereon, and a plurality of clips for connecting the collars to the rod, wherein each clip is made of a continuous piece of wire bent intermediate its ends to form a substantially semi-circular loop with arms to engage the collar and the grooves.