Abstract: A mount for engaging a perforated surface includes a locking member and a tine member connected to each other such that they can rotate relative to each other. The locking member includes a surface designed to face the perforated surface when mounted to the perforated surface. The tine member includes a mounting plate and a tine. The tine is bent such that it extends substantially perpendicular to the mounting plate at the point it is connected to the mounting plate (the proximal end) and substantially parallel to the mounting plate at the point furthest from the mounting plate (the distal end). In use, the distal end of the tine is inserted into a hole of the perforated surface, the locking member is pivoted toward the perforated surface, and the locking member is then rotated relative to the tine member so as to prevent extraction of the tine from the hole.

Abstract: An angle adjustment apparatus includes a first connector, a second connector, a first adjusting member, a second adjusting member, and a third adjusting member. The third end of the second connector is rotatably connected to the first end of the first connector through a pivot shaft. The first adjusting member is connected to the second end of the first connector. The second adjusting member is connected to the fourth end of the second connector. The third adjusting member is configured to adjust a distance between the second end of the first connector and the fourth end of the second connector. At least one of the first adjusting member and the second adjusting member is rotatably connected to the first connector corresponding thereto or the second connector corresponding thereto, and a rotation axis for the rotatable connection is parallel to the pivot shaft.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging articles comprises a plate having a top hanger and extending between first and second side edges, a pair of side plates extending from each of the first and second side edges of the plate, the pair of side plates having a plurality of mounting bores therethrough and first and second brackets each extending between top and bottom connectors receivable in two of the plurality of mounting bores.

Abstract: A laundry treating appliance for treating laundry items according to an automatic cycle of operation can include a cabinet defining an interior and having an access opening to the interior. A cover is movable between a closed position and an opened position to selectively open or close the access opening and has an inner surface confronting the access opening when the cover is in the closed position. A hanging bar is coupled to the cover.

Abstract: An article hanging device including a hub having a first side and an opposing second side, the first side having a plurality of openings; and a plurality of arms, each arm having a body portion located between a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of each arm is received within one of the openings of the hub and wherein the arm is in pivoting relation to the openings. The plurality of arms are adapted to support one or more articles. One or more attachments may be secured to the arms, such as one or more hooks, upon which the one or more articles may hang.

Abstract: A containment system for a refrigerator includes a storage bin and a support arm. The storage bin is secured to an internal panel of a refrigerator door. The support arm is secured to the interior panel at a position above the storage bin. The support arm is configured to transition between a retracted position that is adjacent to a back surface of the internal panel and an advanced position that is spaced apart from the back surface. The support arm in the advanced position is configured to engage a food container that is positioned in the storage bin such that the food container is disposed between the support arm and the back surface.

Abstract: An display installation hinge includes pivot arms extending from a lower portion of a housing, for enabling pivoting between an open position in which the pivot arms may engage with the display, and a closed position in which the display has been moved to a closed position in relation to the wall-mounted housing. The pivot arms have a distal free end configured to engage with the display, wherein a proximal end of the pivot arms is associated with a pivot axis. The installation hinge further comprises a physical guide configured to support the display when the display is in engagement with the pivot arms in the open position, so as to prevent it from moving down the pivot arms. The physical guide is configured to release the support as the pivot arms are in the closed position, enabling for the display to travel further down the pivot arms.

Abstract: One embodiment is a display apparatus kit that has a wall support configured to be selectively coupled to a wall and at least one tubular divider configured to be coupled to the wall support. Wherein, the divider is coupled to the wall support to define a slot, the slot is sized to receive and maintain merchandise in an orientation that is beneficial to a user.

Abstract: A storage system that allows a user to store items higher above a shelf than can otherwise be easily reached. A container is pivotally attached to two arms of a U-shaped support rod. The cross bar portion of the U-shaped support rod is pivotally attached to the frontal portion of the shelf. With this arrangement, the user can swing the container in a arc from a lower position convenient to the user, to an upper position overlying the shelf. The cross bar can be attached to either a wire-type shelf or a wood shelf using brackets that need no threaded fasteners.

Abstract: Example embodiments provide lighting fixture mounting kits for mounting a flat panel lighting fixture to a mounting surface. The lighting fixture mounting kits may comprise a mounting portion (e.g., a mounting plate) and a lighting fixture. The mounting portion may be secured relative to a mounting surface and may comprise mounting catches. The lighting fixture may be secured relative to the mounting portion, and may comprise fixture catches configured to selectably engage the mounting catches. The lighting fixture may be slidable relative to the mounting portion between an engaged configuration in which the fixture catches are engaged with the mounting catches; and a disengaged configuration in which the fixture catches are disengaged from the mounting catches. When in the disengaged configuration, the lighting fixture is pivotable away from the mounting portion to facilitate access to a back portion of the lighting fixture.

Abstract: An exercise system according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a bar having a plurality of openings, and a plurality of holds a plurality of holds. Each hold within the plurality of holds having a handle. The handles of the plurality of holds each having differing geometries. Each of the holds is configured to be selectively received within at least one of the plurality of the openings to secure the hold relative to the bar.

Abstract: A handle-integrated hanger includes a grab handle, a garment hanger pivotably coupled to the grab handle at a first end, and a rotational brake that prevents over-rotation of the garment hanger.

Abstract: A hitch mount connects a vehicle accessory to a vehicle hitch. The hitch mount has a first arm configured to be received by the vehicle hitch, an elongated second arm rotatably connected to the first arm, and a third arm or mounting plate on the vehicle accessory and rotatably connected to the second arm. The hitch mount has a locked position whereby the second arm cannot be rotated with respect to the first arm or the third arm, and an unlocked position whereby the second arm can rotate with respect to the first arm and the third arm. The vehicle accessory can be positioned near the vehicle hitch and the first arm slidably received in and locked to the vehicle hitch. The vehicle accessory can then be lifted upward and the second arm locked to prevent rotation of the second arm with respect to the first and third arms.

Abstract: A bracket is described for securely storing a bottle is disclosed. The bracket may include a clip configured to receive a neck of the bottle, and a mounting face configured to securely mount the bracket to a vertical mounting surface. In some examples, the mounting surface may further include a base configured to receive a body of the bottle.

Abstract: The present invention is a portable rehabilitative training device comprising a board that has a greater length than its width with alternating parallel rungs and grooves formed in the board that run up and down the boards length is its front surface for use with a person's hands and fingers. The rungs have a flat surface on their top edge and a beveled surface on their bottom edge. The board also has at least one slot formed through the board with such slot being formed in the uppermost groove and also formed in various other groups for purpose of height installation. The slots are used in conjunction with a support strap having a permanent stop formed on one end and the other end has a loop end such that a removable stop can be inserted into the strap loop end once it has been inserted through the back of the slot on the finger board such that it advances through the front of the finger board.

Abstract: In order to provide a roof box system (100) for a motor vehicle (11) which is easy to handle and which can be used in many different ways and which features an aerodynamically advantageous shape, it is proposed that the roof box system (100) shall include a roof (10) of a motor vehicle (11) which includes at least one ceiling element (13) which is installed on at least one roof base element (12) and an insertion element (18) with at least one outer wall. Pursuant to the invention, the at least one ceiling element (13) can be moved from an initial state to a receiving state so that an interspace (15) suitable for receiving the insertion element (18) is formed, and, in the receiving state, the insertion element (18) can be arranged in the interspace (15) so that the at least one outer wall of the insertion element (18) forms an outer surface (26, 27) of the roof box system (100).

Abstract: A collapsible drying rod has an elongated support potion that is collapsible into at least three portions that can be disengaged, or pulled apart, and aligned with each other to provide a compact collapsed drying rod that is held together by an elastic tether. A collapsible drying rod may have a center support member and extensions that extend out from opposing ends of the center support member. An elastic tether may be configured within a conduit that extends along the length of the center support member and/or extensions. A collapsible drying rod may include a hanger portion that is attached to the center support member by a hanger retainer having a flexible extension that can be used to retain the collapsible drying rod to a support.

Abstract: A rack supports and displays loop-like articles, such as necklaces. The rack includes a bar having a series of circumferential grooves and a holder for supporting the bar from a vertical surface. In one implementation, the holder is at the center of the bar, and is rigidly connected to the bar. In another implementation, the holder is at one end of the bar, with a pivot support at the other end of the bar. The bar is permanently and pivotally fixed to the pivot support, and releasably received in the holder. In the latter implementation, the bar can be lifted or pivoted out of engagement with the holder so that a necklace can be removed from the bar.

Abstract: The wall-mounted towel rack is a device adapted to be mounted on a vertical surface, and which is also adapted to support a plurality of towels thereon. The wall-mounted towel rack includes a plurality of armatures that are pivotably engaged with respect to a mounting member. The plurality of armatures is each attached to and is perpendicularly-engaged with respect to the mounting member. Moreover, the plurality of armatures is each able to extend and retract an armature length in order to support towels of varying sizes. An armature hinge attaches between the mounting member and one of the plurality of armatures. The armature hinge enables the one of the plurality of armatures to rotate from a vertical orientation to a horizontal orientation.

Abstract: An adjusting mechanism for a display is disclosed in the present invention. The adjusting mechanism includes a supporter, a bridging component installed on the supporter, a holder for holding the display, a driving component movably disposed on the bridging component, and an actuating component disposed between the driving component and the holder. The driving component moves relative to the bridging component along a first direction to rotate the actuating component, and the actuating component moves the holder relative to the bridging component along a second direction different from the first direction when rotating, so as to adjust a distance between the supporter and the holder.

Abstract: A utility storage rack comprises a wall mount, mountable to a generally vertical wall, and a storage bed, removably and pivotally coupleable to the wall mount. The storage bed includes at least two components that are adjustable relative to one another to adjust a length of the storage bed. At least one leg is pivotally coupled to the storage bed, the at least one leg being adjustable in length to allow a height or a grade of the storage bed to be adjusted. At least one locking key is removably coupleable with the storage bed, the at least one locking key being coupleable to the storage bed to lock the at least one leg in a downwardly extending orientation, and coupleable to the storage bed to lock the at least one leg in a rotated position, nestable against the storage bed.

Abstract: A clothes drying apparatus mounted to a building structure (e.g., a ceiling, wall, or floor) and including a slider track coupled to the building structure, and a frame (e.g., at least two frames) secured to the slider track for sliding between a stored position and an extended position. The frame is pivotable relative to the building structure. For example, the frame can be secured to the slider track, and the slider track can be pivotable relative to the building structure. Preferably, the slider track includes an inner member coupled to the building structure and an outer member coupled to the frame. The apparatus can further include transverse brackets supporting the slider track. For special mounting situations, the apparatus can further include longitudinal brackets supporting the transverse brackets and/or a back mounting bracket at least partially supporting the transverse brackets.

Abstract: Drying devices facilitating air drying of assorted items without taking up significant floor space are disclosed. In an aspect, a drying device includes a frame mountable to a vertical surface such as a door, wall, or fence. The drying device includes a plurality of drying areas which may be moved between a stored position and a drying position. In the stored position, the drying device has a compact profile, thereby occupying very little space when not in use. In the drying position, the drying areas extend away from the frame and may support articles, such as clothing, as the articles dry.

Abstract: A ribbon rack includes a retention base and a removable member. The retention base preferably includes an elongated base, a first hook plate and a second hook plate. The first hook plate extends downward from a first end of the elongated base and the second hook plate extends downward from a second end of the elongated base. The first and second hook plates are bent upward to form first and second hook ends. The first and second hook ends are sized to receive the elongated member. At least one figurine preferably extends upward from the elongated base. At least two holes are preferably formed through the elongated base to attach thereof to a flat surface. A second embodiment of the ribbon rack includes the retention base and an offset removable member. A third embodiment of the ribbon rack includes the retention base and an offset pivoting member.

Abstract: In one aspect of the present invention, a memory apparatus comprises a plurality of resettable memory cells, a plurality of memory units, and a reset information propagation logic coupled to the resettable memory cells and the memory units. The reset information propagation logic designed to write reset information into a portion of the memory units in response to one of the resettable memory cells having a reset value when one of the memory units is written into.

Abstract: Drying devices configured to facilitate air drying of assorted items without taking up significant floor space are disclosed. In an aspect, a drying device includes a frame mountable to a vertical surface such as a door, wall, or fence. The drying device includes a plurality of drying areas which may be moved between a stored position and a drying position. In the stored position, the drying device has a compact profile, thereby occupying very little space when not in use. In the drying position, the drying areas extend away from the frame and may support articles, such as clothing, as the articles dry.

Abstract: A compactable wall mounted storage assembly is provided for organizing and storing items in a position elevated off of a floor surface. The assembly includes a mounting plate configured for being coupled to a support surface. A plurality of arms is pivotally coupled to the mounting plate. Each arm is pivotable into a retracted position parallel to the mounting plate and further pivotable to extend outwardly from the mounting plate. A plurality of clips is provided with each clip being coupled to an associated one of the arms proximate a distal end of the associated arm relative to the mounting plate.

Abstract: A laundry apparatus comprising a housing having an exterior and defining a recess opening to the exterior and a hanging assembly slidably disposed in the recess. In a stored position the hanging assembly is disposed at least partially in the recess and in a use position the hanging assembly is disposed at least partially exteriorly of the recess.

Abstract: A hanger device includes a bracket; a first hanger arm having a top surface, wherein the top surface of the first hanger arm includes at least one notch, and wherein the first hanger arm is connected to the bracket via a first hinge; and a second hanger arm having a top surface, wherein the top surface of the second hanger arm comprises at least one notch, and wherein the second hanger arm is connected to the first hanger arm via a second hinge. The hanger arms may also include at least one eyelet.

Abstract: A mast mount system for mounting accessories on a mobile elevated pole or mast comprising a pole mount assembly including a mounting collar comprising a pair of hingedly coupled pole mounting clamp members to secure the mounting collar to the elevated pole or mast and an accessory mount assembly coupled to the pole mount assembly by an intermediate coupler, the assembly mount assembly comprises an accessory attachment arm having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion pivotally mounted to the intermediate coupler at the proximal end thereof and an accessory support member pivotally mounted to the distal end thereof to support the accessory thereon such that the accessory is positioned relative to the elevated pole or mast without the use of a tool.

Abstract: A hunting equipment rest for use in a tree stand allows the hunter quick access to a weapon, thereby avoiding excess movement. A rigid member is affixed to the tree by a cinch strap. The apparatus is initially positioned such that a first trunk rest, fixed to the rigid member, sits against the tree horizontally, and a second pivoting trunk rest sits against the tree vertically. The second pivoting trunk rest is fixed to a pivot arm. The combination is attached to the rigid member by a pivot pin. The apparatus is locked into place by lowering the pivot arm, which levers the second pivoting trunk rest toward the tree to create tension in the strap. Attached to the pivot arm is a weapon hook, which swivels horizontally. The rest is suitable for a variety of weapons, and is easily installed or removed. The apparatus does not harm the tree.

Abstract: A pool cover hanging assembly includes a plurality of pool cover hanging devices. Each pool cover hanging device includes a rim engaging element including a pool wall abutting portion, a horizontally adjustable member coupled to the pool wall abutting portion at a first end, and a vertically adjustable connecting member coupled to the horizontally adjustable member. Each device also includes a vertically extending rod having a top end and a bottom end, the rod lying parallel to the exterior surface of the pool sidewall and being coupled at the top end to the vertical member of the rim engaging element. A rack arm is removably coupled to the vertically extending rod, wherein the removable rack arm is adapted to support a pool cover in a stored position.

Abstract: A frame which can be moved between a folded-in position and a folded-out position includes suspension means for suspending the frame from a vertical element, an arm assembly having at least three arms and a rod assembly which cooperates with the arm assembly. The arm and rod assemblies are designed such that the arms may extend between a folded-in position and a folded-out position. The suspension means cooperate with a section of the arm assembly and/or with a section of the rod assembly which is/are at the periphery of the planes defined by the assemblies.

Abstract: A storage device. The storage device has at least one pivot arm that is pivotally mounted to a support frame. A storage rod is attached to the pivot arm(s). The pivot arm(s) control the movement of the storage rod between a conveniently accessible lower use position and an upper storage position. In a preferred embodiment the storage device is mounted inside a closet and is used in conjunction with storage drawers that rest on the floor. Also, in a preferred embodiment a linear actuator is connected to the pivot arm and controls the pivoting of the pivot arm.

Abstract: A stemware holder for holding a stem of a stemware in a wire-frame dish rack. The dish rack comprises a bottom wall formed by wires with multiple tines extending from the bottom wall. The stemware holder comprises a stem holder configured to hold the stem, a rack mount configured to couple the stem holder to the dish rack, and a radial lock configured to releasably hold the stem holder at multiple radial positions relative to an axis generally perpendicular to the bottom wall when the stemware holder is mounted to the rack.

Abstract: The present invention is for a storage rack for game controllers and a method of using it. The present invention provides a safe convenient and practical way of storing game controllers when the game controller is not in use by a gamer. The advantage of the present invention is that it organizes the controllers as well as provides a decorative element to a room. The game controller rack includes a vertical member and one or more pairs of cantilever angle members or posts wherein the members have a predetermined lateral spacing and are angled outwardly and upwardly in a predetermined range of angles to provide support for retaining various game controllers.

Abstract: A product display unit (10) has a product support surface of selectively adjustable area. The unit comprises an attachment (13, 14) for securing to a support structure (15) and a cantilevered support member (11) extending from the attachment in a first length direction. A plurality of elongate support arms (23) extend lengthwise in a direction substantially perpendicular to said first length direction. Each support arm (23) is pivotably attached to the cantilevered support member for movement between a first position and a second position to vary the area of the product display unit available to support product. Each support arm may also be telescopically movable from the second position to a third position to further vary the product support area.

Abstract: A deployable rod for hanging clothes after removal from a dryer. The apparatus is a circular rod with a hinge mechanism that is attached to a vertical wall surface. In a retracted state, it folds compactly up against the wall. In a deployed state, it extends perpendicularly outward. The apparatus is supported in the extended outward position by a cable that extends from the outer end back to the wall surface at a 45° angle. This cable support system provides strength for holding clothes. A user could remove clothes from a dryer, immediately place them on hangers and then hang them from the employed apparatus in the extended position; however, other articles may be supported in this manner.

Abstract: A swing-arm rack for storing and/or displaying hanging articles, the rack comprises a swing-arm that is pivotally attached by its upper terminus to a vertical support such that the swing-arm hangs substantially vertically in a folded configuration. The fixed terminus of a drop arm is pivotally attached to the lower end of the swing-arm. A flexible restraint is connected to the free end of the drop-arm. The opposing end of the flexible restraint passes through an aperture in the swing-arm and is secured against the outward surface of the swing-arm by a keeper. In a deployed configuration of the swing-arm rack, the drop arm is oriented substantially horizontally with its free end abutting the vertical support, thereby locking the bottom of the swing-arm away from the vertical support so that the hanging articles are more easily accessed. In a folded configuration of the swing-arm rack, the free end of the drop-arm is juxtaposed against the inward surface of the upper end of the swing-arm.

Abstract: A storage rack is formed by a plurality of stacked modules where each module includes a vertical support column and a support arm that extends outwardly and downwardly from the vertical support column at an angle of about thirty degrees. A barrier arm is pivotally mounted to a distal free end of the support arm. A strap extends from a first, inner end of the support arm to the barrier arm. Elongate objects placed atop the strap cause the barrier arm to pivot into a vertical position to create a barrier that prevents objects from rolling or sliding in a direction away from the vertical support column. When the elongate object is lifted from the support arm, the tension in the strap is released and the barrier arm pivots into a horizontal position of repose to facilitate removal of the object from the support arms.

Abstract: A wall mount for a display apparatus includes a base plate mounted on a wall; a mounting bracket combined to the base plate, and having an angle control part providing a plurality of tilting angles for the display apparatus; a tilting bracket rotatably combined to a lower part of the mounting bracket, and on which the display apparatus is mounted; a connection link connecting the mounting bracket and the tilting bracket; and a plunger unit combined to the connection link and elastically combined to the angle control part, and selectively adjusting a tilting angle of the tilting bracket with respect to the mounting bracket by sliding up and down through the angle control part. The wall mount for a display apparatus is capable of supporting the display apparatus stably and adjusting a tilting angle thereof promptly and readily.

Abstract: A hanger rod for a clothes drying cabinet includes a plurality of notches, each adapted to receive a hanger. Each notch is V-shaped, with opposite side walls which converge downwardly to a substantially pointed apex. The rod has front and rear walls defining a thickness ranging between 30%–75% of the hanger hook diameter. The notches provide four contact points on the hanger hook to prevent rotation of the hanger hook on the rod during the drying process.

Abstract: A hanging apparatus includes a body containing a rotating hanging member that may be recessed inside the body when not being used and easily rotated out from the body at an angle when needed to hang an item. The use of a hanging member that can be recessed provides for a hanging system that is more compact for storage and packaging, and less unsightly when not being used to hang an item. The hanging apparatus may be temporarily secured to an object, such as a tree trunk when used outdoors, with a belt that passes through a channel in the body. Alternatively, the hanging apparatus may be attached to an object or structure through use of conventional attachment means such as a screw, nail, or adhesive. The hanging apparatus may also be built directly into a structure such as a wall.

Abstract: A compact disk storage rack includes a securing portion and a rack portion both disposed at a same axis for relative rotations. The securing portion is non-rotatable when being fixed and positioned, whereas the rack portion is rotatable regarding the securing portion as a benchmark axis thereof. Moreover, a limiting assembly is provided between the securing portion and the rack portion for restraining relative rotations of the securing portion and the rack portion, and for controlling a rotated position of the rack portion. Using the aforesaid structure, a condition of objects hung at the rack portion may be transformed from being stacked to suspended, or vice versa, thereby minimizing storage spaces and facilitating retrieval or acquisition of a specific object.

Abstract: A storage organizer includes a U-shaped bent-wire storage member pivotally mounted on a plate-like base to a wall or stud. The base has a pair of arcuately-shaped bands that define a pocket against the wall, and the bent-wire storage member has a pair of aligned straight sections that rotatably engage the pocket, permitting movement of prongs of the storage member between an upright storage position and an outward use position. The bent-wire storage member further includes an offset bent section between the straight sections that abuts forwardly-bent material between the bands to form a stop to hold the bent-wire storage member in the use position.

Abstract: Towel rail in accordance with the present invention has a bracket, a support and a pin. The bracket has multiple mounds defined on the bracket. The support is pivotally attached to the bracket and is arcuate. When users use the towel rail in accordance with the present invention, towels and clothes hangers will not touch wall because of the arcuate support. When users do not use the towel rail, they can fold the towel rail near a wall to decrease the total volume and easily stored.

Abstract: A dish drying apparatus including a cabinet that houses a dish strainer. In use, the strainer hangs from an arm member that extends from the cabinet and the strainer includes multiple dish racks that are connected to one another by flexible bands. When not in use the inventive dish strainer can be collapsed and folded into a cabinet to which it is attached. Advantageously, in preferred embodiments, the arm member is extendable and vertically adjustable, such that placement of the cabinet with respect to the sink over which the strainer is intended to hang is not critical.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a movable rack to which bicycles can be easily attached and raised up, off the floor, for storage or display purposes. Since movement of the rack lever is accomplished by a hand crank, battery power, or electricity, a child or small adult can use the invention to store or retrieve his/her bicycle.

Abstract: A grade control apparatus of display set for tapestry. The apparatus includes at least two guide brackets attached to a wall; holding-down brackets for holding a display device, each having one end being pivotably connected to one end of the corresponding guide bracket; adjusting link transmission shafts installed within each guide bracket, each having one end on which a bevel gear is installed and the other end on which a shifting boss is installed; an angle adjustable shaft being installed between the guide brackets and having gears for being engaged with each bevel gear; and an angle adjustable hand lever for receiving an external force, the angle adjustable hand lever being formed on at least one angle adjustable shaft. The present invention easily adjusts the angle of the display device so as to comply with a user's wishes, and finely adjusts the angle of the display device by a small force.

Abstract: A mounting device for motion picture production equipment. The mounting device includes a substantially planar base, a mounting terminus having a longitudinal axis and means for securing the mounting terminus to the base. The mounting terminus is rotatable with respect to the planar base so that the angle established between the longitudinal axis and planar base is variable.