Abstract: The inventive apparatus is a convenient, unobtrusive appliance for providing support in the prevention of injury due to personal computer keyboard use. In particular, the inventive apparatus supports the entire arm and further assists the keyboard user in that it allows the shoulder muscles to remain relaxed, and the knuckles, wrists, and forearms to maintain the same plane during keyboard usage. Further, the inventive apparatus is designed to support and maintain good posture at the keyboard. The inventive apparatus is worn by a user on the user's upper body and it receives it support from the wearer's waist and upper back, while avoiding contact at the wearer's shoulder and neck. It supports both arms and the upper body without encumbering the wearer of the apparatus. The inventive apparatus supports the wearer's upper body movements by acting as a suspension system in that it absorbs the damaging energy that so often is the initial cause of repetitive stress injury to keyboard users.

Abstract: A base for a laptop computer. In one embodiment, the base has an upper surface with a keyboard and a lower surface opposite the upper surface. The lower surface may have two depressions extending from a forward edge to a rear edge of the lower surface. The depressions are configured to engage both the upper and side surfaces of the user's legs in a manner that restricts relative motion between the base and the user's legs. In one embodiment, the depressions may have a rough texture and/or a skid-resistant material to further restrict motion of the base relative to the user's legs. In another embodiment, first and second support members may be movably attached to the base to move from a stowed position to an unstowed position for providing more surface area to engage the user's legs.

Abstract: A portable table includes a horizontal member and either one or two support members for use in relatively confined settings. The support member(s) are positioned perpendicular to the horizontal member, proximate the legs of the user, and rest on the floor when the table is in use. The configuration of the table allows the horizontal member to rotate toward and away from the user while the table is in use. The supports are placed parallel to the horizontal member to allow for the table to be transported easily.

Abstract: An in-lap mouse pad support has an essentially flat panel, with an upper surface for a computer mouse and an undersurface having a plurality of thin, orthogonally disposed walls, to form an array of rectilinear cells of uniform size, and at least one sidewall with two or more rounded connecting members, sized to fit tightly into a rectilinear cell, extending upwardly from the sidewall upper edge, so that the sidewall may be attached to the flat panel thereby.

Abstract: An auxiliary device for serving ready portions of food to a table, or for serving food from a dish, is provided. The auxiliary device includes a holder for fixing the auxiliary device on an arm of a waiter and a support member for a plate or a dish carried by the holder. The auxiliary device enables the waiter to conveniently carry 4 to 7 portions at a time to a table, as well as to protect his arm from a hot dish when serving from a dish.

Abstract: A keyboard support includes one or more retractable auxiliary support platforms. The keyboard support is constructed of a keyboard platform and a bottom plate which include complementary interior surfaces which form one or more pockets therebetween into which the auxiliary support platforms are slidably retracted. Each auxiliary support platform further includes a top plate and a slider plate. The top plate has a top surface which matches that of the keyboard platform to provide a uniform appearance. The profile of the auxiliary support platforms generally matches that of the pockets so as to be substantially hidden when in the fully retracted position. The top plate is rotatable with respect to the slider plate, and also the keyboard support, so as to enlarge the useable work surface of the auxiliary support platform.

Abstract: A portable table which can be used in relatively confined settings. The table includes two vertical supports which are placed on either side of the user's legs and rest on the floor when the table is in use. The supports are hingedly attached and fold underneath the table to allow for the table to be transported easily.

Abstract: The present invention provides a unitary portable desk for use in a chair's arms having an arched center region having a pair of substantially rectangular side regions, each located at one end of the arched region. The portable desk includes two parallel-positioned handles located near the bottom sides of the right and left substantially rectangular regions to provide ergonomic carrying and positioning of the desk. It also includes releasable securement devices that are removably positioned to secure desktop items.

Abstract: A multi-leaf organizer according to at least one embodiment of the disclosures herein includes a first leaf having a first surface and a second surface. A second leaf is disposed adjacent to a first longitudinal edge of the first leaf. A first hinge assembly is attached between the first leaf and the second leaf for enabling the second leaf to be moved between a respective self-supported open position and a respective closed position with respect to the first leaf. The first hinge assembly retains the second leaf in the respective self-supported open position and the second leaf defines a support surface in a substantially side-by-side relationship with the second surface of the first leaf when the second leaf is in the respective self-supported open position. A document binding device is mounted on the second surface of the first leaf adjacent to a second longitudinal edge of the first leaf. A third leaf is disposed adjacent to a second longitudinal edge of the first leaf.

Abstract: A tray assembly for use with a child's booster seat in an automobile, the booster seat having a back and a pair of sides, each side having a side top, the tray assembly including a foam tray and an anchoring strap. The foam tray is made of a continuous piece of foam rubber which is covered by cloth. The foam tray has a forward portion having a cutout for accommodating the child, the cutout defining a pair of wings. The anchoring strap includes an elastic portion and a pair of anchoring pins. A pair of anchoring holes are located in the wings of the foam tray to accommodate the anchoring pins of the anchoring strap. In use, the foam tray is positioned upon the side tops of the booster seat, the anchoring strap is extended around the booster seat, and the anchoring pins are mated with the anchoring holes to thereby hold the tray securely in place upon the sides of the booster seat, immediately above the child's lap.

Abstract: To obviate the discomfort in the use of a so-called laptop computer which because a lightweight object, i.e., typically 10 pounds, is positioned on the lap of the user, there is provided as an alternative a readily assembled table, the stability of which is supplemented by the computer-user while in a seated position at the table closing his/her knees against support legs of the table.

Abstract: A portable adjustable work station including a base and a substantially planar work platform disposed vertically above the base with a support assembly extending between the base and proximate the work platform for support thereof. The support assembly includes structure for vertically adjusting the vertical spacing of the work platform above the base, and further includes an upper end. There is interposed between the upper end of the support assembly and the work platform structure for interconnecting the upper end of the support assembly to the work platform and defining an axis for rotation of the plane of the work platform in either direction from the horizontal between first and second limits. The work platform is further mounted for lateral translation thereof within its plane, irrespective of the attitude of the work platform with respect to the horizontal.

Abstract: A briefcase is described, comprising a case body consisting of a frame (1) made up of a base (2), an upper frontal wall (4) which lies opposite said base (2) and side frontal walls (3) between the base (2) and the upper frontal wall (4), as well as a back wall (5) and a front wall (6) which can be opened. To create advantageous handling characteristics, it is proposed that the front wall (6) of the base body, which rests on the back wall (5), forms an inclined surface which is sloped from the base (2) to the upper frontal wall (4) and has two laterally adjacent cover sections (7, 8) which are mounted in such a way that they can swing open about the edges pointing towards each other and extending in the direction of the height of the front wall (6).

Abstract: A video game stand facilitates utilization of a control mechanism (such as a steering wheel and steering column connected to a controller), making it easier to play the video game, and in some situations making a home video game much like an arcade game. A controller mounting platform has a substantially flat top surface and is supported by a mechanical support frame constructed so that the height of the platform from the floor may be readily adjusted. The video game control mechanism is positioned on the platform by cooperating hook and loop fasteners, an adaptor having a cavity which securely fits a video game control mechanism, and/or an elastic or substantially inelastic belt.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an information processing equipment which is excellent in the shock resistance, and has a strap and pen storing portion, and has a drip-proof ability. The information processing equipment 1 is constructed by putting a lower case 2 as the base and successively stacking a main board 3, a chassis 4, an LCD 5, a touch panel 6, a packing 7 and an upper case 10 in this order. A battery 11 for driving the equipment is provided and is detachable from the lower portion of the lower case 2. Further, an inverter board 14 for driving the LCD 5, a flexible cable 15 and an inverter cushion 18 is arranged in a position in the upper portion of the chassis 4 and beside a speaker 12. The flexible cable 15 from the main board 3 is connected to the inverter board 14, and a lead wire of the LCD 5 is connected to the inverter board 14.

Abstract: A mobile work stand includes a base of a size and shape enabling the base to be positioned between the user's thigh and a seating surface and a top having a flat surface. A connector post extends between the top and base and a bracket disposed on the base is provided for removably attaching a connector post and enabling the connector post to be moved between the position extending upwardly from the base in a position generally parallel with the base. A coupling is provided and disposed between the top and connector post for enabling the top to swivel about the connector post.

Abstract: A base for a laptop computer. In one embodiment, the base has an upper surface with a keyboard and a lower surface opposite the upper surface. The lower surface may have two depressions extending from a forward edge to a rear edge of the lower surface. The depressions are configured to engage both the upper and side surfaces of the user's legs in a manner that restricts relative motion between the base and the user's legs. In one embodiment, the depressions may have a rough texture and/or a skid-resistant material to further restrict motion of the base relative to the user's legs. In another embodiment, first and second support members may be movably attached to the base to move from a stowed position to an unstowed position for providing more surface area to engage the user's legs.

Abstract: A pad for allowing a user to write comfortably and legibly on a leg. The pad includes a plurality of sheets adapted to be written upon, each sheet having a plurality of spaced diagonal writing guide lines extending across a width thereof. A base section is provided with a clip connected thereto for selectively retaining the sheets on the base. A latching mechanism releasably secures the base section to a leg of a user allowing notes to be written between the lines on a top sheet while seated with an arm in a comfortable writing position. The plurality of lines on each sheet extend upward from a left side to a right side to accommodate a right hand person or extend downward from a left side of to a right side to accommodate a left handed person. The lines are preferably inclined at an angle of between substantially twenty five to substantially thirty five degrees. A heading is printed near a top edge of each sheet, the heading being a visual flight rules/instrument flight rules form.

Abstract: A portable computer laptop desk is provided when attached to a structure that in turn is supported on web strapping that passes over the upper legs of the operator when in the seated position. The strapping is attached to foldable and telescopable side and center supports for the structure that slide into and fold over the structure forming a package comparable in size to the portable computer.

Abstract: A light weight, portable platform for supporting a notebook or laptop type computer elevates the computer monitor to a user friendly height above a supporting table or desk top surface. The platform back, sides and top may be interconnected using hook and loop tape and can be readily assembled and disassembled without the use of tools or separate connecting parts that may be misplaced or lost. The platform stores flat for transport with the principal elements occupying less volume than the compact computer it supports in the assembled mode. The platform comprises a pair of side members, a back member and a top member, with the alternative that the bottom surface of the supported computer may serve as the top member of the platform.

Abstract: A pad for allowing a user to write comfortably and legibly on a leg. The pad includes a plurality of sheets adapted to be written upon, each sheet having a plurality of spaced diagonal writing guide lines extending across a width thereof. A base section is provided with a clip connected thereto for selectively retaining the sheets on the base. A latching mechanism releasably secures the base section to a leg of a user allowing notes to be written between the lines on a top sheet while seated with an arm in a comfortable writing position. The plurality of lines on each sheet extend upward from a left side to a right side to accommodate a right hand person or extend downward from a left side of to a right side to accommodate a left handed person. The lines are preferably inclined at an angle of between substantially twenty five to substantially thirty five degrees. A heading is printed near a top edge of each sheet, the heading being a visual flight rules/instrument flight rules form.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable table which can be used in relatively confined settings. The table includes two vertical supports which are placed on either side of the user's legs and rest on the floor when the table is in used. The supports are hingedly attached and fold underneath the table to allow for the table to be transported easily.

Abstract: A self-feeding device is presented which includes a height adjustment mechanism, a cut-out to place the eating hand arm, and a detachable plate support. The device is designed to be easily portable and light-weight, collapsing into a shoe-box-size shape.

Abstract: A portable adjustable work station including a base and a substantially planar work platform disposed vertically above the base with a support assembly extending between the base and proximate the work platform for support thereof. The support assembly includes means for vertically adjusting the vertical spacing of the work platform above the base, and further includes an upper end. There is interposed between the upper end of the support assembly and the work platform means for interconnecting the upper end of the support assembly to the work platform and defining an axis for rotation of the plane of the work platform in either direction from the horizontal between first and second limits. The work platform is further mounted for lateral translation thereof within its plane, irrespective of the attitude of the work platform with respect to the horizontal.

Abstract: A mobile work stand includes a base of a size and shape enabling the base to be positioned between the user's thigh and a seating surface and a top having a flat surface. A connector post extends between the top and base and a bracket disposed on the base is provided for removably attaching a connector post and enabling the connector post to be moved between the position extending upwardly from the base in a position generally parallel with the base. A coupling is provided and disposed between the top and connector post for enabling the top to swivel about the connector post.

Abstract: A portable and adjustable activity surface for use by a wide variety of individual users and that can accommodate a wide range of different activities thereon. The device has a support pad with a resting surface, a forward surface, a rearward surface and a sloping surface. The device also has a platform that contacts the sloping surface. The height of the platform can be increased by moving the platform up the sloping surface, and the height of the platform can be decreased by moving the platform down the sloping surface. The platform remains in contact with the support pad either by frictional forces or with hook-and-loop fasteners. Methods are also provided for making and using the activity surface.

Abstract: A flexible mail carrying device, designed to be carried on the inner forearm between the elbow and hand, which will accommodate a mixed bundle of letter sized and magazine sized mail, as required by the U.S. Postal Service's one-bundle delivery method. The mail carrier includes a firm flexible base unit defining a rectangular back portion, with curved flaps at the full left side and full bottom side, and a movable, rigid, transparent retaining strap for securing the mail bundle. An absorbent washable cover attaches to the outer side of the carrier and can be removed for laundering as desired. The carrier can be used to safely and securely carry mixed bundles of mail, protects the mail pieces from undue body contact and offers a comfortable and hygienic means for a mail carrier to deliver a one-bundle system.

Abstract: A method for supporting a base of a laptop computer on a user's lap. The base may have a lower surface with two concave depressions that extend from a forward edge to a rear edge of the base. The depressions are spaced apart from one another and configured to receive a user's legs to support the weight of the laptop computer. In one embodiment, the depressions have roughness elements or a skid-resistant material. In another embodiment, support members extending outwardly from the base provide extra support for the base and/or further restrict motion of the base relative to the user's legs.

Abstract: A portable nail polish table generally comprises a base portion and a pair of side flaps. The base portion includes nail polish bottle holding wells and a grippable, stabilizing flange. The side flaps are proximate the base portion and are able to present a substantially horizontal work surface area. The stabilizing flange is substantially perpendicular to the horizontal works surface area when presented. Further, upon gripping of the stabilizing flange, e.g., with the knees or legs, the side flaps are maintained in a substantially horizontal orientation.

Abstract: A holder for computer related device including a tray attached to a moldable support designed to sit on a person's lap. The tray includes a magnet-adhering surface to hold a computer mouse having magnets attached underneath. A method for preventing a computer mouse from falling off a mouse pad includes attaching at least one magnet to the underside of the mouse, and placing and using the mouse on top of a metallic mouse pad.

Abstract: A painting kit for holding paints and water. The painting kit includes a vessel having a bottom wall. The bottom wall has a top surface. A peripheral wall extends upward from in the bottom wall. A plurality of containers for holding paint is fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the bottom wall. A plurality of lids for covering the containers have shape adapted to fit over the top openings of one of the containers. A bowl for containing water is placed in the vessel.

Abstract: An article for use with a laptop computing device protects the device during periods of non-use, including transport, while stabilizing the device when positioned on a user's lap. The article provides a base panel having front, rear and two side sections, a lower surface adapted to rest on a user's lap, and an upper surface to receive the bottom surface of the laptop device. The preferred embodiment includes two side panels, each with a storage compartment, which may be dressed over the user's thighs to assist in stabilizing the laptop device during use. Attachment means are preferably provided for securing the side panels to one another across the top surface of the computing device during periods of non-use or transport. Preferably flexible front and rear panels may also be folded over and onto the top surface of the computer in overlapping fashion beneath the secured side panels to create a protective device wrapper in conjunction with surrounding closure means and a carrying handle.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a portable lap-top workstation that is expandable to span the distance of an individual's lap to provide a comfortable, flat surface area designed to accommodate a lap-top computer and a variety of small computer related accessories.

Abstract: The organizer of the present invention has (a) a panel, (b) a work surface; and (c) a rim for coupling the work surface to the panel. Preferably, the panel is part of a backpack. The work surface is light permeable and a space exists between the work surface and the panel for placement of a sheet of paper or other object between the work surface and the panel. Static electricity maintains the sheet of paper against the work surface in a removably affixed position. The sheet has indicia thereon which are observable through the work surface.

Abstract: The present invention is a mouse pad for use with a computer mouse or tracking device. The mouse pad includes a planar plate including a top surface, adapted for use as a computer mousing surface. It also includes a flexible outer membrane including a bottom; wherein the planar plate is fastened to the flexible outer membrane, such that said outer membrane and planar plate define a cavity. It further includes fluid like fill media received within the cavity for supporting the planar plate such that the membrane bottom is adapted to substantially conform to the contour of an uneven surface it is placed upon, thereby providing a stable base and a usable mousing top surface when placed on uneven surfaces.

Abstract: A portable lap table to be used by small children for travelling in a vehicle. The lap table includes a kidney shaped board surface, a center support structure, and the center support structure being arched and contoured to fit the user's thighs for comfort and stability. The table's top surface may have various recesses for holding crayons, drinks, and the like, a gutter for containing liquid spills, an outer lip to prevent objects from rolling off the surface, and handles for portability.

Abstract: A collapsible table which is constructed of a main section which has a substantially planer work surface. The main section is composed of two equally sized parts which are hingedly connected together which permits folding of the main section from a position with the parts in alignment to a position with the parts in juxtaposition. Hingedly connected to each edge of the main section is a leg assembly. Each leg assembly is to be movable, upon actuation of a squeezable handle, from a retracted position alongside of the main section to an extended position substantially transverse to the main section. When in the transverse position, each leg assembly is to be locatable in any one of a plurality of different positions each of which will locate the work surface at a different height from the surface on which the collapsible table is mounted.

Abstract: A work station and storage assembly for supporting a laptop computer above a work surface is provided. The work station and storage assembly comprises a platform having a computer supporting surface with the computer supporting surface being angled relative to the work surface. At least one storage cavity is formed in the platform between the computer supporting surface and the work surface. A mechanism releasably secures the laptop computer to the computer supporting surface of the platform.

Abstract: A portable easel is provided including a base and a leg assembly including a pair of collapsible legs mounted on the base for supporting the same. Also included is a plate hingably coupled to the base for being selectively angled with respect to the base to support reading and writing material.

Abstract: An adjustable support tray provides a VCR or other electronic device such for setting on the top of a monitor of a television or computer. The TV/monitor support tray for supporting a video cassette recorder on the upper sloped surface of a television or monitor includes a tray base having a generally flat surface and a rim extending around the periphery thereof. It includes a lip projecting downwardly from and extending along at least a portion of a front edge of the tray base. A base support member projects downwardly from the bottom surface of the tray base and includes at least one leg member adjustably engaging the base support member. A nut and screw assembly releasably hods the leg member to the base support member.

Abstract: A universal space saving flatbed scanner stand that has a scanner platform section and a counterweight platform section which are connected by a hinge that permits the two sections to be at approximately 180 degree angle or 90 degree angle with respect to each other. The flatbed scanner stand permits a desktop to be extended to allow space for a flatbed scanner. The flatbed scanner may be used when the flatbed scanner stand is in the fully extended (180 degree) position. Some scanners may be used when the flatbed scanner stand is in the folded-up (90 degree) position. Alternatively, when the flatbed scanner is not being used, the flatbed scanner stand may be in the folded-up (90 degree) position, in which the flatbed scanner takes-up the space of a sheetfeed scanner. A CPU box, monitor, printer or other sufficiently heavy object may be positioned on the counterweight platform in order to counter the weight of the flatbed scanner on the scanner platform section of the scanner stand.

Abstract: A work surface system provides ergonomic benefits to traditional office environments in a retro fit fashion. The work surface system includes a work surface and a support for supporting the work surface at an angle with respect to horizontal. The work surface provides support for the user's arms while using a keyboard or mouse. The work surface can be smaller than the surface on which the work surface system rests. The angle of the work surface can be adjusted if desired, and the work surface also can be mounted on the support in a pivoting fashion to permit the work surface to be tipped up to permit access to a storage space beneath the work surface if desired. The work surface can include a separately adjustable keyboard support.

Abstract: A tray for use on the lap of a person for supporting a small bet or use in activities such as card games, writing, etc. The lap tray is formed from an elongated, flexible plastic panel formed from a plastic such as high density polyethylene. The lap tray has a flat central portion with two intermediate portions extending from ends of the central portion at approximately 90.degree. to the central portions and two end portions extending from ends of the intermediate portions toward each other, approximately parallel to the central portion. The end portions can be manually spread apart and the tray placed over the thighs with the central portion across the thighs and the other portions around the legs. For storage, the end portions may be folded against the intermediate portions and the resulting assemblies folded against the central portion to form a relatively thin, flat package. If desired, suitable restraints, such as elastic bands, may be used to hold the package in the stored position.

Abstract: A fully collapsible child's travel tray that fits closely to the child to prevent playthings or food from falling into the child's lap or to the floor of a vehicle in which the child is riding and restrained. The tray includes a bottom member and upstanding side walls, all of which include a rigid member encapsulated by a waterproof membrane. Hinges are formed in the bottom member and the upstanding walls to allow the tray to be collapsed and folded to a relatively small configuration for convenient storage. The tray includes a strap extending from the upstanding walls and sized to extend about the waist of a child and including a fastener to fasten the open ends of the strap about the child's waist.

Abstract: A portable computer is provided that has hand grips on both sides of the main body of the computer. The hand grips allow the computer to be carried with two hands when the display screen is in an open position and allow the computer to be carried with one hand when the display screen is in a closed position. Additionally, a rubber bumper may be installed around the hand grips and the side of the main body of the computer to increase the ability of the computer to withstand impacts with foreign object. Furthermore, the computer may be designed with any one of an elliptical prism shape, a circular prism shape, and an oblong prism shape to further reduce the stress experienced by the computer when the computer undergoes an impact with a foreign object.For situations when a user wishes to transport the laptop computer without holding the computer in either hand, a shoulder strap may be fastened to the hand grips to allow the computer to be carried over a shoulder.

Abstract: A lap mat for overlaying a person's lap includes openings for holding a beverage container and food items. A pocket is located under the openings and resides between the person's legs when the lap mat overlays the person's lap. The pocket provides thermal insulation and containment of the beverage and food items inserted into the openings. The lap mat offers a convenient holder for the person to place a beverage or food item while seated, such as when operating or riding in a vehicle. Also, the lap mat protects the person's lap and clothing from spills.

Abstract: A flexible attached lap pad container to minimize user fatigue during manipulation of a computer mouse is disclosed. The flexible attached lap pad container is comprised of five parts: a containment part, a receptacle part, a flexible part, an attachment part, and a pad part. The containment part panels are sized and shaped to enable a comfortable movement of the arms and hands within the containment part to do such things as move a computer mouse, manipulate computer joy sticks, play cards, manipulate toys, cut vegetables, write notes and other work/play activities which can make use of a flat planar surface. The containment part panels are sized and shaped to prevent small items placed within the containment part from falling out of the containment part when not in use. The receptacle part is preferably a rectangular box shape with an open side panel. The top surface of the receptacle part can have a number of slots, holes and openings to hold user items such as pens, pencils, cards, cups, and toys.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow assembly for supporting objects on a wearer's lap. The height of the pillow assembly is adjusted by inserting different combinations of lap cushions into a cover member as appropriate for a given individual. The lap cushions may be of equal thickness, in which case three lap cushions would provide three different heights of the pillow assembly. As one alternative, a surface contour of an upper surface of the pillow assembly can be contoured by placing one or more elbow cushions within the cover member on top of the uppermost lap cushion. As another alternative, the lap cushions may be provided in different thicknesses, in which case three lap cushions would provide seven different possible heights to the pillow assembly.

Abstract: A lifting aid apparatus permits easy stocking of shelves while in use and unimpeded movement by an individual wearing the lifting aid apparatus while not being used. The apparatus includes a support table which moves between an inoperative or closed position and an operative or horizontal position using a biased hinge. With the bias positioning the table in a somewhat vertical position, the table is out of the way when an individual is moving about while donning the apparatus. The table can be pivoted downwardly so that it is generally horizontal and be used to support at least a portion of a container so that contents of the container can be readily accessed by the individual. The individual can position the support table with respect to an adjacent shelf so that another portion of the container can be supported by the shelf wherein the container rests on both the support table and the shelf for easy container emptying, particularly for restocking shelves.

Abstract: A fast food lap tray is provided which is particularly suitable for use in an automobile to support and secure fast foods and their containers. The food lap tray includes a pair of pliant leg straps whose lengths are sufficient only to be individually secured beneath the legs of the user. As such, the lap tray is adapted to be positively secured to the lap of the user, yet will not cause discomfort to the user or bind or excessively restrain the legs of the user during use. In particular, the lap tray enables rapid positioning on the lap of the user, as well as rapid removal from the lap of the user. Furthermore, the lap tray does not rely on the vehicle restraint system of the automobile, such as a lap belt, and will not hinder the user from rapidly exiting an automobile if immediate escape is necessary. The lap tray is also configured to maximize its stability on the lap of the user.