Stand And Bracket Patents (Class 248/121)
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Patent number: 8006945Abstract: A bicycle support device includes at least one supporting base and at least one hanging part. The hanging part is telescopically connected to the supporting base and has at least one groove located thereon. At least a part of the groove of the hanging part protrudes from the supporting base for hanging a bicycle wheel.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2010Date of Patent: August 30, 2011Assignee: Giant Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Inventor: Mu-Tsun Chen
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Publication number: 20110198455Abstract: A strap mounted instrument stand includes a pair of hingedly connected plates. The stand is movable between a closed position, in which the plates lie against one another in a generally flat configuration, and an open position, in which the plates are disposed at an angle with respect to one another. A bracket extends in a generally normal direction from one of the plates to support a musical instrument when the stand is in the open position. A securement member secures the plates together in the closed position. Releasing the securement member allows the stand to move to the open position. The stand holds a musical instrument, such as a guitar, in an upright position when not in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2009Publication date: August 18, 2011Inventor: Paul Innocenti
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Publication number: 20110187946Abstract: A television device includes a flat-plate main body, and a stand supporting the main body. The stand includes: a base member including a bottom face section and a pair of bearing sections projecting upward from the bottom face section; a shaft member bridged between the bearing sections; an arm member including a leg section rotatably fixed to the bearing sections, and a body section provided to bend from the leg section, provided with a lower screw hole and an upper screw hole, and fixed to the support object; and a receiving member including a lower section provided on the bottom face section, a middle section upstanding at a first angle from the lower section and including a first screw hole corresponding to the lower screw hole, and an upper section provided at a second angle from an upper end of the middle section and provided with a second screw hole corresponding to the upper screw hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2011Publication date: August 4, 2011Applicant: SONY CORPORATIONInventor: Hidetoshi TAKASHIMA
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Patent number: 7988112Abstract: A multi-screen display device includes a display device and a folding bracket. The display device includes a first display frame and a second display frame. The folding bracket includes an inner rotating portion pivotally connected to the first display frame, and an outer rotating portion pivotally connected to the inner rotating portion and pivotally connected to the second display frame.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Weng-Tiang Tang
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Publication number: 20110180674Abstract: A display mount system including a hinge, a leaf and a fastener. The hinge can be attached to the display. The leaf can extend from the hinge. The leaf can include a fastener to connect the leaf to a receiver. The receiver can be a base or a mounting bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2010Publication date: July 28, 2011Inventors: Robert P. Bliven, Ray Gradwohl
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Patent number: 7984881Abstract: A support stand for a flat-panel display monitor includes a hinge assembly and a support structure having a top end partially receiving the hinge assembly. The hinge assembly includes a first latching module. The first latching module includes an elastic member and a movable plate connected to the elastic member. The support structure includes a second latching module detachably connected to the first latching module. The second latching module includes a positioning plate having a latching portion extending from a bottom surface thereof. The latching portion is capable of latching with the movable plate. When the movable plate is pressed, the elastic member is deformed so that the second latching module is detached from the first latching module.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2009Date of Patent: July 26, 2011Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Zhi-Bin Liu, Yi-Qing Liu
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Publication number: 20110174936Abstract: The stand has modules to form a support base with elongated support members with wheels or legs. The stand can either incorporate two spaced load supporting posts or a single post extending from a spanner module that connects between the elongated support members. When two load support members are employed the user can step between the posts. When a single post and spanner are employed the user can step as far as the spanner near the center of support. The support members diverge from their centers provide a wide stance of the wheels or legs for stability. At the upper end of the post or posts a load support platform is carried either directly on a single post or through a cross-piece on a two post configuration. T-shaped slots in the post can be utilized to attach loads to the posts and a panel extending between posts.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2010Publication date: July 21, 2011Inventor: James Mark Cox
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Publication number: 20110168651Abstract: A shelving system and components thereof is disclosed. Preferably, the shelving system is a reverse cantilever shelf mounting system, wherein one or more shelves are supported by and extend rearwardly from an inner face of upright vertical standards. The vertical standards are of two piece construction having a triangular cross-sectional shape and an inner face having vertically oriented slots along its length for mounting shelf brackets. Tensioned cross braces lock together welded side frames of the shelving system. A base facia or “kick plate” panel may be mounted to the base of the shelving system frame, and optional open-sided rod bookstops mate with punched out mounts that are integral with the shelf top surface to securely mount the bookstop to the shelf.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2010Publication date: July 14, 2011Applicant: Demco, Inc.Inventors: Mark E. Stenftenagel, Salvatore S. Graziano, Otto B. Schieber, Rick K. Joutras
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Patent number: 7971839Abstract: An apparatus for mounting equipment on a waterborne vessel includes a base member configured to support an instrument. An elongate spacer arm is connected to the base member. A selectively deployable elongate transducer arm is pivotably coupled to the spacer arm. The transducer arm is configured to pivot between a deployed position and a stored position. The length of the transducer arm is at least sufficient for the transducer end to reach the water surface when the transducer arm is in the deployed position. The spacer arm is substantially parallel to or collinear with the transducer arm when the transducer arm is in the stored position, allowing the apparatus to be folded for compact storage.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2009Date of Patent: July 5, 2011Inventor: John Upchurch
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Patent number: 7965344Abstract: An exemplary flat panel display (2) includes a housing (251 and 255) with a pair of joint members (256 and 257), a display panel (253) accommodating in the housing, a base (21) with a supporting member (210), and a pivot mechanism (23) connecting the supporting member and the joint members. The joint members are integrally formed with the housing, whereby the display panel is pivotable relative to the base. With this configuration, the integrated joint members provide the flat panel display with a simple structure, relatively easy assembly, and reduced cost.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2006Date of Patent: June 21, 2011Assignee: Chimei Innolux CorporationInventors: Te-Hsu Wang, Ming-Chuan Li
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Publication number: 20110139946Abstract: The stand has an adjustable arm that will allow users to hang the accessory over any headrest. The arm can be adjusted along a hinge to change the length for varying widths of headrest. The arm can also rotate to be angled for placement on a flat surface such as a table. The device can be placed in the stand vertically or horizontally. A suction cup accessory for the device can slip over the arms to allow it to be mounted to an automobile windshield.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2010Publication date: June 16, 2011Inventor: Mike Gonzalez
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Publication number: 20110139945Abstract: A portable electronic device holder adaptable to hold at least one electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device holder comprises of a media holder for securing the at least one electronic device therein, a themed component adaptable to receive the media holder and an attachment means for allowing the electronic device holder to fit against a surface. The themed component designed as a favorite character provides a friendly appearance to the portable electronic device holder and entertainment to a user. The media holder includes at least one base portion configured to hold an external speaker system that plugs into the electronic device. The themed component includes at least one pocket for receiving at least one arm portion of the media holder. The attachment means is designed to connect with the media holder thereby allowing the media player to fit firmly onto the themed component.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2009Publication date: June 16, 2011Inventors: Beatriz Fahrberger, Louis Fahrberger
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Publication number: 20110140985Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are described for mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall or roof of a home. One embodiment is a mounting apparatus that includes a base configured to attach to a structure and mount an object to the structure. The apparatus further includes at least one load applying member attached to the base configured to apply a preload force to the structure. The load applying member includes a loading plate and a plurality of force applying members attached to the loading plate. The force applying members apply a preload force to a surface of the structure during mounting of the object to the structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2009Publication date: June 16, 2011Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventors: Henry Gregg Martch, Jason Fruh
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Patent number: 7959115Abstract: An apparatus includes a lockable, adjustable pole support rail allowing a user to adjust a mounted pole to vertical on sloping terrain. The apparatus has multiple embodiments and useful applications, in that it can be attached to a vehicle's hitch receiver, or can be self-supporting utilizing fold-out stabilizing or attachable legs, for example. In addition, the apparatus may include wheels, thus permitting ease of transport to or from a vehicle. The pole can be deployed with a range of attachments or devices depending on the application. Exemplary applications include a photography camera, a surveillance camera, an infra-red camera, an antenna, loudspeakers, lighting equipment, signage, weather monitoring equipment, inspection equipment, and detection equipment.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2007Date of Patent: June 14, 2011Inventor: Paul C. Madsen
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Publication number: 20110127392Abstract: A collapsible and adjustable electronics support with a releasably lockable rotatable base having a link with adjustable drag hinges connecting the releasably lockable rotatable base to a receiver for a polygonal support adapter. One or two tools for adjusting the drag hinges are included with first and second releasably snap-fit covers for respective first and second link sides of the link. The covers also cover the adjustable device in the drag hinge ends. The releasably lockable rotatable base is a four-part base with an adhesive part, a flexible and resilient panel supporting an axle, a first rigid panel rotationally fixed relative to the flexible and resilient panel, and a second rigid panel that rotates relative to the first rigid panel. The low profile in a collapsed configuration avoids rubbing the environmental surface to which it is attached. Wire management guides are provided on the receiver.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2009Publication date: June 2, 2011Applicant: QEST GROUP LIMITED,Inventor: Keith Carter
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Publication number: 20110114804Abstract: A support stand includes a bracket and a base connected with the bracket. The bracket includes a main body, a movable member, and a resilient member. The main body defines a receiving slot therein, and the movable member is partially received in the receiving slot, with opposite ends of the resilient member resisting the main body and the movable member. The base includes a latching member sleeved on the main body of the bracket. The latching member includes a latching portion for impelling and guiding the movable member to be received in the receiving slot of the main body, and the movable member to contact the resilient member. After the movable member passes over the latching portion, an elastic force created by the resilient member extends the movable member from the receiving slot of the main body, and the movable member is latched in the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2010Publication date: May 19, 2011Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD, HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: ZHI-BIN LIU, XUE-MING CHEN, JUN-WU DUAN
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Publication number: 20110108683Abstract: The present invention is directed towards ball and socket joint connectors which, when interconnected, form a flexible assembly. In some embodiments, the ball and socket joint connectors are designed and constructed such that the interference fit of the ball and socket causes creep in the material resulting in more even frictions in the various ball and socket joints. In some embodiments, the ball and socket joint connectors utilize an over-molded strip around the outside of the connector to facilitate in their use for gripping. In an exemplary embodiment utilizing the aforementioned ball and socket joint connectors, a tripod apparatus uses legs comprising the ball and socket joint connectors for support and for gripping objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2011Publication date: May 12, 2011Inventor: Joeben Bevirt
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Patent number: 7931021Abstract: A patient interface support that supports a patient interface of a PAP device and generates a pre-selected engagement pressure at the patient interface to create a seal between the patient interface and the patient's airflow passages when the interface support is in use while alleviating the strain on the patient's head. The patient interface support includes a base for attachment to a support surface; and, a support extension having a joint; a patient interface mount; and, biasing means. The joint movably connects the support extension to the base, the patient interface mount supports the patient interface, and the biasing means generates a pre-selected engagement pressure at the patient interface to create a seal between said patient interface and the patient's airflow passages when said interface support is in use.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2007Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: BRAEBON Medical CorporationInventors: Mitchell Andrew Livingston, Stephen Keir Roberts
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Publication number: 20110089203Abstract: A footwear remover has a platform elevated above the ground, with one or more recesses in the platform for removing footwear. The platform provides sufficient surface area to allow a user to place an unshoed, clean foot away from where a soiled shoe was previously positioned. In one embodiment, the footwear remover may be mounted to a suspending surface and used as a drying and storage rack for footwear. The footwear remover may optionally include hanging features for drying and hanging accessory items.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2010Publication date: April 21, 2011Inventor: Eric Matthew McNair
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Patent number: 7922131Abstract: A device according to the present invention includes a support bracket coupled, or adapted to be coupled, to a longitudinal support member, such as a microphone stand, and a receiver extending from the support bracket. The support bracket is generally formed in a coil. The receiver may be integrally formed with the support bracket, or may be removably coupled thereto. A plurality of interchangeable receivers may also be provided.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2009Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Inventor: Steven D Hamilton
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Publication number: 20110073720Abstract: An apparatus for stabilizing, with respect to a grounded surface, an infant standing on a horizontal surface, the apparatus comprising: a grounded support structure configured for transmitting a ground force from the grounded surface; an outer support structure, operably coupled to the grounded support structure, configured for receiving the ground force and transmitting an outer support force; a connecting structure, disposed inside and operably coupled to the outer support structure, configured for receiving the outer support force and transmitting a connecting force; and an inner support structure, disposed inside and operably coupled to the connecting structure, configured for being disposed around the torso of the infant and for receiving the connecting force and transmitting a stabilizing force to the infant, there being no obstruction between the inner support structure and the horizontal surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2010Publication date: March 31, 2011Inventor: Evelyn Tristao
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Patent number: 7909295Abstract: A mounting for an all-in-one personal computer (10) that has a stand (12) for supporting the computer on a table or desk to enable the computer to be mounted on a wall or at the end of an articulated arm. A bracket (16) has a first wall (16A) that is disposed to confront a face of the stand surrounding the through-hole in the stand and that contains a through-hole (24) that registers with a through-hole (26) in the stand and a second wall (16B) that joins with the first wall and that contains a VESA compliant hole pattern that provides for attachment to a VESA compliant member. A hollow bolt (20) and a nut (22) coact with the registered through-holes to hold the first wall of the bracket fast on the stand.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2008Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Inventors: Scott Powers, Joseph Szacon
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Patent number: 7906717Abstract: A locking device for retaining a musical instrument can be attached to a stand assembly by a base member. A support unit with an entrance opening supports a portion of the instrument. A force such as gravitational can cause the support unit to rotate a biased locking member to close the entrance opening. Removal of the instrument permits a biasing force to open the locking member.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2008Date of Patent: March 15, 2011Assignee: SoundKing Group Co., Ltd.Inventor: Xianggui Wang
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Publication number: 20110057077Abstract: An umbrella support system for supporting an umbrella over the water surface of a pool. The system uses the pool's skimmer apparatus to support a pole above the deck and hang the umbrella at the end of the pole. The system includes a modified deck plate placed in the deck, a modified basket plate placed on the skimmer basket, a pole having a first end and a second end, an umbrella attachment mechanism hanging the umbrella from the first end of the pole and a basket plate engagement mechanism engaging the second end of the pole with the basket plate and/or basket. The second end of the pole passes through an aperture in the deck plate and engages the basket plate or the basket to extend the pole upward from the deck and over the water surface. The umbrella hangs downward from the pole to shade persons in the water.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2010Publication date: March 10, 2011Inventor: Chris Johnson
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Publication number: 20110049313Abstract: A hair accessory organizer for holding many different types of hair accessories. The hair accessory organizer is magnetized to hold hair accessories either wholly or partially made of metal. In addition, the hair accessory organizer holds non-metal hair bands and hair accessories. The hair accessory organizer is capable of resting on a countertop, in a drawer or hung on a wall or door. The hair accessory organizer has a curved top member that holds substantially “U” shaped hair bands both on its top surface, and on its bottom surface. Two rings allow for attachment sites of hair clips and hooks. The hooks provide attachment sites for elastic hair bands and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Stephanie K. Stephens-De Alanis
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Patent number: 7895783Abstract: A multi-media display system having a base surrounding a portion of and cooperating with an upstanding support tower to provide a mounting system for a number of components including at least one display device, audio output components, alternative display frames, backlighting components, and a pre-selected group of concealment features to provide a multi-media presentation system capable of blending into the environment of the locale in which the system is situated.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2006Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Inventor: Eric Espejo
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Publication number: 20110042530Abstract: A flexipod is provided. The flexipod device includes at least one flexible, bendable leg with a grippable surface. In one embodiment, the flexible and bendable legs comprise a first continuously flexible and bendable solid core material and a second sheath material which substantially encloses the first core material. Embodiments of the present invention can be bended, twisted, or otherwise manipulated to selectively secure the flexipod to objects having various shapes and sizes. The flexible and bendable legs increase the flexipods versatility and overall securability.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2010Publication date: February 24, 2011Inventors: Mark Phillips, Craig Norman, Natasha M. Adams
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Patent number: 7891625Abstract: The invention concerns a medical machine (1) for transport of liquid, comprising at least one suspension means (10) intended to receive at least two bags (50) containing liquid, the suspension means having a suspension body (11), at least three fastening means (12, 13, 14) fixed to the suspension body (11), comprising at least two lateral fastening means (13, 14) and one intermediate fastening means (12), the intermediate fastening means (12) being placed between the two lateral fastening means (13, 14), and the intermediate fastening means (12) being placed vertically lower down than the lateral fastening means (13, 14). The first lateral fastening means and the intermediate fastening means are intended to receive a first bag, and the second lateral fastening means and the intermediate fastening means are intended to receive a second bag, so that the two bags are held against one another in a stable manner.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2005Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Assignee: Gambro Lundia ABInventors: Jacques Chevallet, Eric Dejaiffe
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Patent number: 7891622Abstract: An improved tilt mounting system for mounting flat panel televisions and similar devices or displays. In various embodiments, at least one mounting bracket includes a plurality of guide mechanisms that are adjustable in orientation relative to each other. When the guide mechanisms are adjusted, the angle between guide structures contained therein changes. As the angle between the guide structures increases, the mounting system becomes more suitable for larger devices or display.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2008Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.Inventor: Dugan O'Keene
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Publication number: 20110024581Abstract: A drink holder with utility hook is provided which comprises a single shaft having a lower end for securely inserting into an outdoor ground, and an upper spiraled section defined by a plurality of convolutions dimensioned to hold a beverage receptacle. A utility hook is formed at the upper end of the spiral structure for hanging keys, sunglasses or other accessories.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2009Publication date: February 3, 2011Inventor: Vincent A. Giagni, SR.
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Publication number: 20110024582Abstract: Embodiments of the present inventions are directed to systems, devices for use with systems, and method of mounting and retaining solar panels. A solar module mounting system may include: a support mechanism including a support post pivotably attached to a support base, and an attachment module for attaching a solar panel to the support mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Inventors: Mark Charles GIES, David P. ANDERSON, Daniel P. LEARY
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Patent number: 7874531Abstract: A big game support device for supporting and posing big game animals on a surface is provided. The big game animals having a first antler and a second antler. The big game support device comprises a clamping mechanism for directly and releasably clamping both the first antler and the second antler and an elevating mechanism for elevating the clamping means above the surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2009Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Inventor: David Douglas Walden
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Publication number: 20110011990Abstract: A display support seat is mounted on a display, such that the display is able to be located on a plane after being supported. In the present invention, a main seat and a cover are mounted to form an accommodation space, and the display is mounted on the main seat. Also, the accommodation space is provided for a main board module to be disposed therein, so as to form a computer host. In such a manner, assembly space demands for a computer and a display is effectively reduced. Moreover, a user may select that the present invention merely serves as a support seat, or merely serves as a computer host, or serve as a support seat and a computer host at the same time depending on practical use demands.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2009Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: AOPEN INCORPORATEDInventors: Wen-Hsi TSAI, Te-An LIN, Chin-Hsiung CHEN, Shuang-Ji JIANG
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Publication number: 20110006170Abstract: A tripod head comprises a tripod mounting component, an angle adjusting component, and a camera mounting component. The angle adjusting component is configured to allow adjustment and locking of the angle between the tripod mounting component and the camera mounting component about first and second perpendicular axes. The camera mounting component is rotatably mounted to the angle adjusting component to allow the camera mounting component to be rotated and locked with respect to the angle adjusting component about a third axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2010Publication date: January 13, 2011Inventors: Hao Liu, Robert M. Rose
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Publication number: 20100326541Abstract: A frame for supporting a pressure relief valve located within a frac line connected to high pressure pumps on frac trucks. A metallic base is formed from rectangular tubing in the shape of a box. Saddles on the base support a tee on the lower portion of the relief valve. Brace links are connected at one end to the corners of the metallic base and swivel about clevises to allow access to the pressure relief valve. The other end of the brace links connect to clevises on a flange when assembled. The flange is rigidly connected to an upper portion of the relief valve to stabilize the assembly. Lifting loops on the flange allow the frame to be lifted during assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2010Publication date: December 30, 2010Applicant: WEIR SPM, INC.Inventors: Vladimir Kugelev, Mark D. Matzner
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Publication number: 20100327129Abstract: A support stand includes a mounting assembly mountable on a table top, a suspension arm coupled to a vertically arranged rod member of the mounting assembly to hold a rotary barrel, a swinging arm pivotally connected with its bottom end to the rotary barrel of the suspension arm, a stretcher mounted in a frame bar of the swinging arm and a holder frame assembly coupled to the top end of the swinging arm to support an object.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2010Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventor: Hong-Jen CHEN
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Publication number: 20100327128Abstract: A support apparatus includes a permanently bendable support rod having one of a pair of anchors secured to each end, and a pair of fasteners that cooperate with the anchors for connecting the support rod between an external structure, such as but not limited to a free standing pole or post, and an adjacent fixed structure such as a floor or wall. Each anchor is formed of a substantially rigid foot having inner and outer arced surfaces, an aperture formed through the foot, and a rod connector structured for securing the anchor to one end of the support rod. The pair of fasteners are each operable through the aperture of the foot of one of the anchors.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2009Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
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Publication number: 20100320161Abstract: A structure having a base for supporting vertical struts to display in a generally linear manner Christmas stockings containing gifts thus making each stocking readily identifiable to the gift recipients with improved stability for the structure. This stability is enhanced by angularly offsetting adjoining pairs of the struts relative to each other and with respect to the sides of the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Gregory G. Bennett, Audrey A. Bennett
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Publication number: 20100320338Abstract: A holder for displaying a garden hose includes a base, a holding board, and a plurality of supporting rods disposed between the base and the holding board. The base has positioning holes at four corners and a center of the base, and a plurality of protrusions disposed in a predetermined arrangement on an upper surface of the base. Two long side edges of the base have an inclined or beveled surface, and the holding board has a plurality of fastening slots with different depths on both of two opposing sides. The fastening slot has a V-shaped opening with a narrowing end and a curved surface at the end. The curved surface has three evenly placed flanges, and each flange narrows or tapers from an upper side to a lower side of the holding board. A lower end of two lateral sides of the curved surface has a stopping edge. The narrowing opening of the fastening slot assists a positioning movement, and the arrangement of the three flanges and two stopping edges stabilizes the positioning of the garden hose.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2009Publication date: December 23, 2010Applicant: SHIN TAI SPURT WATER OF THE GARDEN TOOLS CO., LTD.Inventor: Chin-Yuan Chen
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Publication number: 20100320337Abstract: A structure having a base for supporting vertical struts to display in a generally linear manner Christmas stockings containing gifts thus making each stocking readily identifiable to the gift recipients with improved stability for the structure. This stability is enhanced by angularly offsetting adjoining pairs of the struts relative to each other and with respect to the sides of the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2009Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Gregory G. Bennett, Audrey A. Bennett
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Publication number: 20100314508Abstract: A flexible support apparatus, such as a tripod, supporting an electronic device, such as a personal video player. The flexible tripod may include ball and socket joint connectors which, when interconnected, form a flexible assembly. The flexible support apparatus allows the user to view the device in a variety of locations with enhanced ease, comfort, and allows for a variety of viewing angles.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2007Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventors: JOEBEN BEVIRT, KENNETH MINN
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Publication number: 20100314509Abstract: Systems and methods for disposing and supporting a solar panel array are disclosed. The embodiments comprise various combinations of cables, support columns, and pod constructions in which to support solar panels. The solar panels can incorporate single or dual tracking capabilities to enhance sunlight capture. The embodiments encourage dual land use in which installation of the systems minimizes disruption of the underlying ground. Supplemental power may be provided by vertical axis windmills integrated with the columns. Special installations of the system can include systems mounted over structures such as parking lots, roads and aqueducts. Simplified support systems with a minimum number of structural elements can be used to create effective support for solar panel arrays of varying size and shapes. These simplified systems minimize material requirements and labor for installation of the systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2010Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventor: Steven J. CONGER
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Publication number: 20100307991Abstract: A photovoltaic module ground mounting system can include a collapsible photovoltaic module mounting assembly framework.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2010Publication date: December 9, 2010Applicant: First Solar, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Belikoff, John Hartelius, Chris Mahn
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Patent number: 7845612Abstract: This invention is to provide the stand for the electronic device with the capacity to hole the headset in a handy manner. The stand comprises the main body capable of holding cords, the attaching section positioned on the main body for the electronic device to be mounted and secured thereon, stand cover capable of temporary fitting over the main body and having the section for preventing the cords from unraveling, and the connecting section which joints the main body and the stand cover and allows the stand cover to spread apart from the main body with the hinge section as the fulcrum.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2006Date of Patent: December 7, 2010Assignee: Power Support Co., Ltd.Inventor: Ryoichi Mase
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Publication number: 20100294898Abstract: A support mechanism includes a bracket, two sliding members, a first arm, a second arm, and an elastic member. The sliding members are slidably connected to the bracket. Each sliding member includes a resisting portion. An end of the first arm is pivotally connected to the bracket. An end of the second arm is pivotally connected to the first arm and the bracket. The elastic member is positioned between the first, second arms and the bracket. An elastic force of the elastic member acts on the first arm and the second arm to make the resisting portions of the sliding members resist the first arm and the second arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2009Publication date: November 25, 2010Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: JIN-XIN WANG, GUI-LI YANG, JIAN LI, XIAO-BO LI
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Publication number: 20100294343Abstract: A mounting support for a photovoltaic module is described. The mounting support includes a pedestal having a surface adaptable to receive a flat side of a photovoltaic module laminate. A hole is disposed in the pedestal, the hole adaptable to receive a bolt or a pin used to couple the pedestal to the flat side of the photovoltaic module laminate.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventors: Jason Wexler, Jonathan Botkin, Matthew Culligan, Adam Detrick
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Patent number: 7828254Abstract: A hair accessory organizer for holding many different types of hair accessories. The hair accessory organizer is magnetized to hold hair accessories either wholly or partially made of metal. In addition, the hair accessory organizer holds non-metal hair bands and hair accessories. The hair accessory organizer is capable of resting on a countertop, in a drawer or hung on a wall or door. The hair accessory organizer has a curved top member that holds substantially “U” shaped hair bands both on its top surface, and on its bottom surface. Two rings allow for attachment sites of hair clips and hooks. The hooks provide attachment sites for elastic hair bands and the like.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2009Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Inventor: Stephanie K. Stephens-De Alanis
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Publication number: 20100276553Abstract: A support mechanism for a portable electronic device comprises two legs and a support bracket. The legs are retractably received in the portable electronic device. When the legs are withdrawn from the portable electronic device, the contact shoulder provides linear contact of the portable electronic device on a surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2009Publication date: November 4, 2010Applicants: SHENZHEN FUTAIHONG PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., CHI MEI COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC.Inventor: JUN LI
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Patent number: 7823317Abstract: Adjustable shooting rests and shooting rest assemblies are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a shooting rest includes a rest assembly for supporting a forestock of a firearm. The rest assembly includes a base member and first and second upright members extending from the base member. A position of each of the first and second upright members is independently adjustable with reference to the base member. The shooting rest also includes a support assembly coupled to the rest assembly to move the rest assembly in a first direction and in a second direction. The first and second directions are in a plane generally transverse to a longitudinal axis of the firearm. The shooting rest further includes a base coupled to the support assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2007Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Russell A. Potterfield, Robert Joseph Zara, Jim Gianladis, Mark Wasson, Adam Birk, Dennis Cauley
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Publication number: 20100270442Abstract: A neutral field tray includes an attachment portion for removably attaching the tray to a mayo stand, a base coupled to the attachment portion, two sidewalls extending upward from opposite sides of the base, a distal endwall extending upward from a distal end of the base, a cover extending between the sidewalls above the base adjacent the distal endwall, and support for positioning at most a single instrument above the base with a distal end of the instrument underneath the cover and a proximal end of the instrument elevated relative to the distal end of the instrument. A method is also provided for using the neutral field tray.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2009Publication date: October 28, 2010Inventors: Mark P. Zoland, Joseph Iraci