Having Vertically Adjustable Stand (e.g., Telescoping Rods) Patents (Class 248/125.8)
  • Patent number: 7845602
    Abstract: A telescoping support stand comprising a first tube partially defining a first enclosed area and a second tube partially defining a second enclosed area. A first end of the second tube may be telescopically slidable within the first tube. The telescoping support stand may also comprise a first locking mechanism attached to the second tube. The first locking mechanism may releasably secure the first tube to the second tube to prevent longitudinal movement of the first tube relative to the second tube. The telescoping support stand may also comprise a first air exchange aperture dimensioned to allow air to flow between the first and second enclosed areas. A corresponding method of assembly is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: Primos, Inc.
    Inventors: Nathan E. Young, Anthony A. Foster
  • Patent number: 7845601
    Abstract: A medical equipment transport system for supporting medical equipment while a patient is transported. The system comprises an equipment rack, such as an IV stand. While in the hospital room, the rack is mounted on a bracket supported on a mobile tower. When the patient is moved, the rack is transferred to a similar bracket on the bed. Transfer of the rack between bed and tower brackets is accomplished using a lift mechanism in the tower. The lift mechanism includes a bogie stabilized by radially-arranged bearings, enabling the tower to accept omni directional loading and moment forces. The rack is supported on each of the brackets by two vertically-aligned conical pins nested in tapered bushings, providing additional stability. A self-locking, self-releasing latch assembly prevents inadvertent dislocation of the rack. A customized adapter enables attachment of the bracket to any model bed without structurally altering it, simplifying installation and preserving warranties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: Modular Services Company
    Inventors: Taylor C. Culpepper, Marcus J. Brown, James J. Walker, John R. Pierson, Travis W. Webb, James A. Walker
  • Publication number: 20100294899
    Abstract: The invention is a self-supporting, mobile or fixed, adjustable stand for items such a computer keyboard, mouse or laptop computer for use while sitting on a recliner, sofa or chair, standing, sitting or kneeling on the floor. The assembly consists of an articulated arm mechanism with supporting gas spring piston that allows the tray to be raised or lowered effortlessly. The arm assembly swivels sideways to allow the user to sit or stand more freely. The tray assemblies also swivel for added practicality. The stand may be movable or fastened to a floor or another firm location. Movable base assembly options are included and four adjustable foot pegs or casters may be used to level the stand perfectly to the floor and to improve the mobility. The stand can be used with a wired or wireless keyboard and mouse when viewing a large monitor or television from a distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2010
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Inventor: Denis Page
  • Patent number: 7832694
    Abstract: A device for mounting a whiteboard and a projector is provided. The device comprises a base and a pole mounted to the base such that the pole is substantially perpendicular to a surface. The base comprises a transport mechanism which allows the device to be moved from a first location on the surface to a second location on the surface. The pole comprises a first mounting bracket and a second mounting bracket. The first mounting bracket is for mounting a whiteboard such that an interactive surface of the whiteboard is capable of being positioned in a plane of a plurality of planes, including a receiving plane. The second mounting bracket is for mounting a projector such that the projector is capable of projecting onto the whiteboard while the interactive surface of the whiteboard is positioned in the receiving plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Assignee: Speranza, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul John German, Allen Frater, John Clayton Mehnert, Greg Falendysz, James Frater
  • Publication number: 20100282921
    Abstract: Stand, in particular camera stand, comprising: a receptacle for mounting an apparatus, in particular a camera; and at least one leg which is connected to the receptacle and comprises at least two telescopic units (T1, T2), of which a first telescopic unit (T1) is connected to the receptacle and a second telescopic unit (T2) is displaceable relative to the first telescopic unit and can be locked in a desired position in relation to the first telescopic unit (T1), characterised in that two locking points set apart in the longitudinal direction of the leg are provided between the second telescopic unit (T2) and the first telescopic unit (T1) for locking the telescopic units (T1, T2).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: Camera Dynamics GmbH
    Inventors: Dieter Hein, Dagmar Wessels
  • Patent number: 7828255
    Abstract: A supporting rack having a compensating mechanism includes a rack body, an action force compensating assembly, a transmission element and a supporting plate. The rack body has a base and support arms. The action force compensating assembly is provided in the rack body. The elastic element is firmly connected to the base. One end of the dragging piece is connected to the hooking plate. The rotating piece is provided on a distal end of the support arm. The other end of the dragging piece is connected to the rotating piece. One end of the transmission element is firmly connected to the rotating piece and pivoted on the support arm. Via the above arrangement, an appropriate force can be applied to the supporting plate. When the user intends to adjust the supporting plate, the elastic element can generate an effect for compensating the action force, thereby providing a better operation feeling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: Syncmold Enterprise Corp.
    Inventors: Ching-Hui Yen, Chun-Lung Chen, Hung-Wei Chang
  • Patent number: 7810773
    Abstract: A pivotal support arm structure has an elastic force adjustment arrangement in order to accommodate the various loads. One end of the support arm structure may be secured to the edge of a desk and the other end thereof may be secured to an article (e.g., LCD display) to be held in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Inventor: Ching-Chih Chi
  • Patent number: 7806381
    Abstract: A stabilization and support strut for use in rescue operations in buildings, trenches, vehicle accidents, and the like has secure deployment features including first and second inter-fitting collar assemblies, the first collar assembly including a first collar, circumferentially based spring-biased piston-retaining pins mounted in the collar for fitting into orifices in a piston body, and a locking pin for precluding rotation and axial movement of the first collar on the strut; and the second collar assembly including a second collar rotatingly secured on the barrel with a portion of the second collar underlying the first and having a circumferentially inclined ratchet surface for snugly engaging the piston-retaining pins upon rotation of the second collar, the second collar further including rotatable studs for engaging the barrel and precluding rotation of the second collar about the barrel when snug against the piston-retaining pins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: Hale Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Tammy Sisk Horne, Kevin Sullivan
  • Patent number: 7802768
    Abstract: A telescoping pole mount formed of an elongated male tube member that is slidable within an elongated female tube member. An internal locking mechanism for securing the telescoping pole at a selected elevation is provided as first and second cooperating wedges that are each structured to slide along a plane of mutual contact that is inclined relative to a longitudinal axis of the female tube member, the wedges are sized to slide within the female tube member with the first wedge being positioned within the female tube member exterior to a portion of the male tube member that is positioned within the female tube member. A lengthwise drive mechanism is coupled for driving the second wedge against the first wedge along the plane of contact and into an interlocked relationship therewith. A disengaging mechanism is provided for disengaging the wedges from their interlocked relationship.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
  • Publication number: 20100230558
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a pole for supporting an intravenous bag for use in the field on uneven or soft terrain. The pole has a pointed tip which may be pressed into soft ground, mud, tundra or ice. The pole is inexpensive to make, collapsible for storage and may be easily transported.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2009
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventor: David Kirkwood Knubley
  • Patent number: 7793897
    Abstract: An exemplary elevating mechanism used for a flat-panel display monitor includes a support structure, a sliding structure, and a pneumatic cylinder. The support structure includes a pair of guide rails. The sliding structure is mounted to the support structure and is capable of sliding along the guide rails. The pneumatic cylinder includes a cylinder body, a piston shaft, and a first piston. The cylinder body is connected to the support structure. The piston shaft includes a first end received in the cylinder body, and a second end opposite to the first end connected to the sliding structure. The first piston is positioned in the cylinder body and partitions the cylinder body into two chambers. The two chambers are filled with gas. The first piston is fixed to the first end of the piston shaft and defines a through hole for communicating the two chambers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jin-Xin Wang, Ying-Jun Peng
  • Patent number: 7789363
    Abstract: An exemplary support stand for a flat-panel display monitor, includes a monitor bracket, a rotatable bracket for fixing the monitor bracket, an elevating support, a support member, and a hinge assembly. The elevating support includes a first link bracket, a second link bracket, a plurality of supporting blocks for connecting end portions of the first link bracket and the second link bracket. One end portion of the first link bracket define a first restricting groove and one end portion of the second link bracket defining a second restricting groove corresponding to the first restricting groove. One of the supporting blocks includes a restricting pole. The first and second restricting grooves are configured for blocking the restricting pole. A first end of the elevating support is fixed to the support member; and a second end of the elevating support connects to the rotatable bracket by the hinge assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Jun-Wu Duan
  • Patent number: 7789354
    Abstract: An adjustable support mechanism (30) includes a fixed unit (70), an adjustable suspension unit (80) and a connecting unit (90). The adjustable suspension unit is slidably mounted on the fixed unit. The connecting unit is configured for connecting the fixed unit and the adjustable suspension unit. The connecting unit comprises a first elastic member (96) and an adjusting bracket (94). Opposite ends of the first elastic member are connected to the fixed unit and the adjustable suspension unit correspondingly. The adjusting bracket includes two rotary wheels (942, 945) and a coiling member (944) looped around the rotary wheels. The adjustable suspension unit is fixed to the coiling member. At least one of the rotary wheels is rotatable relative to the fixed unit to coil the coiling member around the rotary wheels, sliding the adjustable suspension unit relative to the fixed unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Wen-Lin Gan, Yi-Xiong Wang, Jun-Wu Duan, Chang-Sheng Fan
  • Publication number: 20100219304
    Abstract: A solar array mounting system having unique installation, load distribution, and grounding features, and which is adaptable for mounting solar panels having no external frame. The solar array mounting system includes flexible, pedestal-style feet and structural links connected in a grid formation on the mounting surface. The photovoltaic modules are secured in place via the use of attachment clamps that grip the edge of the typically glass substrate. The panel mounting clamps are then held in place by tilt brackets and/or mid-link brackets that provide fixation for the clamps and align the solar panels at a tilt to the horizontal mounting surface. The tilt brackets are held in place atop the flexible feet and connected link members thus creating a complete mounting structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2009
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Inventors: Robert H.J. Miros, Margaret Birmingham Mittan, Martin N. Seery, Rodney H. Holland
  • Publication number: 20100214469
    Abstract: In various embodiments, systems components, and methods for viewing documents or objects using a webcam are disclosed. In at least one embodiment, a support device is disclosed. The support device includes a stem configured to support an image sensor, a lower projection independently disposed upon a lower end of the stem and configured for coupling to a substantially flat surface, and an upper projection independently disposed upon an upper end of the stem and configured for receipt of an image sensor. In at least one embodiment a system includes the support device an image sensor for capturing images and video, the image sensor repositionably attachable to the support device. In at least one embodiment a method for viewing, capturing, and displaying documents and objects with an image sensor is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2009
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Inventor: Keith Brent Duncan
  • Publication number: 20100202067
    Abstract: A two-dimensional adjusting structure and a projection apparatus comprising the two-dimensional adjusting structure are provided. The two-dimensional adjusting structure comprises a first base, a second base, and a first slide rod and a second slide rod which extend along a first axis and a second axis respectively. The first slide rod is fixed to the first base. The second slide rod is adapted to move along the first axis with respect to the first slide rod by fitting the first slide rod into a first slide hole of the second slide rod. The second base is adapted to move along the second axis with respect to the second slide rod by receiving the second slide rod within a second slide hole. Thereby, the second base is adapted to move with respect to the first base upon a plane along the first axis and the second axis to adjust the relative position of a second object and a first object disposed on the first base and the second base respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2010
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Applicant: DELTA ELECTRONICS, INC.
    Inventor: Ching-Ling CHEN
  • Publication number: 20100187372
    Abstract: Interacting with a computer is usually done in a sitting position, which can be harmful to people's health. The invention provides a possibility to use reclining furniture, providing dorsal or ventral support or both, with large angles of inclination, including lying down postures facing up or down, while performing work with the computer. The application uses a specially designed mechanical arm holding the monitor which can be used in a combinations with a couch or a sofa to provide a direct view of the monitor from a variety of postures allowed by the article of furniture. Special means such as pivots and telescopic joints are used to adjust a position and orientation of the monitor. The application can be used for viewing both computer and TV monitors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Inventor: Andrei Smirnov
  • Patent number: 7762504
    Abstract: A base for a display device. The base comprises a chassis, a rotational element rotatably disposed on the chassis, and an elevator joined to the rotational element. When the rotational element rotates, the elevator moves between a first position and a second position. The rotational element is a cylinder and comprises at least one inclined groove on the periphery of the cylinder. The elevator comprises at least one protrusion engaging the inclined groove. When the rotational element rotates, the protrusion slides in the inclined groove, whereby the elevator moves between the first position and the second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Assignee: Qisda Corporation
    Inventor: Ting-Hui Chih
  • Publication number: 20100154860
    Abstract: The invention provides a collapsible stand assembly for an accessory, the stand assembly including a base, a mounting head, and at least one support member, the at least one support member being adapted in a collapsed configuration to be stored with the base and the mounting head, the stand being adapted for assembly in an operative configuration wherein the at least one support member releasably connects the accessory to the mounting head and wherein the mounting head is connected to the base. In one preferred embodiment, the accessory is a rollable solar panel and the at least one support member preferably comprises a plurality of support rods. Preferably also, the solar panel is generally rectangular in shape and is adapted to be rolled, when not in use, into a hollow cylinder defining an internal generally cylindrical void region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2009
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Inventor: Tom Ferghana Rogers Fereday
  • Patent number: 7742288
    Abstract: A display devise includes a display panel and a chassis base supporting the display panel. At least one reinforcing member is attached to the chassis base to add rigidity to the chassis base and at least one stand is attached to the chassis base to allow the chassis base to stand upright. A guide stand couples the reinforcing member to the stand, the guide stand comprising a body and a reinforcing plate substantially extending at an angle from the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Assignee: Samsung SDI Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Kyung-hwan Min, Won-kyu Bang, Doo-young Kim
  • Publication number: 20100123055
    Abstract: A seal support system for a device for sealing an item of rotating equipment, including a device for generating air movement, includes a vessel for holding fluid for supplying to the sealing device. The system further includes an adjustable stand on which the vessel is mounted and a device for deflecting air along a path into which the vessel can be positioned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2009
    Publication date: May 20, 2010
    Inventor: Alan James Roddis
  • Publication number: 20100116949
    Abstract: A support bracket assembly for an upright computer casing (12) is provided in which an operatively generally horizontal support platform (1) is supported at the lower end of a lower upright suspension member (2) and an upper operatively upright suspension member member (3) forming together with the lower suspension member a composite suspension member has an attachment unit (4) at its upper end for attachment to a desk (5) or the like. One suspension member is of generally squat tubular configuration receiving the other of the elongate suspension members telescopically therein. Preferably, the outer suspension member has two oppositely disposed series of formations (11) spaced apart in the direction in which the platform extends from the suspension members and both are that engaged simultaneously by stop means (6) associated with the inner suspension member. The stop means is preferably and upright rotatable worm gear (6).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2006
    Publication date: May 13, 2010
    Inventor: Sven Ernst Wagner
  • Patent number: 7712710
    Abstract: A stand including a column that is mounted on a base section and that has at least one profiled element. A head unit which includes a pivoting element that can be tilted about a horizontal pivoting axis and can be clamped in a desired tilted position is fixed to the upper end section of the column and an upper face of the pivoting element has a receiving element. This invention provides a stable inclined position by a simple manipulation. To achieve this, the head unit includes a bolt which extends into a longitudinal cavity of the profiled element and is fixed relative to the upper end section and in which the pivoting element is mounted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Assignee: Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Paul Root
  • Patent number: 7712711
    Abstract: A display apparatus including a display main body to display a picture thereon, a base to support the display main body on an installation surface, and a lifting unit provided between the display main body and the base to move the display main body up and down relative to the base, the lifting unit having a guide frame vertically disposed relative to the base, a lifting member slideably provided in the guide frame and coupled to the display main body, and an oil groove formed in at least one of the guide frame and the lifting member. With this configuration, the present general inventive concept provides a display apparatus in which a display main body can lift up and down relative to a base. The present general inventive concept also provides a display apparatus in which a display main body can rotate in various directions relative to a base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Se-ki Jang
  • Patent number: 7694919
    Abstract: An improved stand for a display device that allows reliable and multi-faceted adjusting of the display device is provided. The stand includes a base, a slide housing, a hinge, a fixing unit, and a hinge unit. The slide housing is fixed to the base at an end thereof and extends upward from the base. The hinge connecting unit is guided to move along an extending direction of the slide housing. The fixing unit connects an upper end of the hinge connecting unit to a display device. The hinge unit is disposed below the hinge connecting unit to allow the hinge connecting unit and the display device to pivot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.
    Inventor: Jin Bum Lee
  • Patent number: 7694920
    Abstract: An exemplary a display apparatus (2) includes a display panel (21) and a height adjusting device (25). The height adjusting device includes a base (26), a supporting member (27), a locking unit (30), and an elastic member (28). The display panel is fixed to the locking unit. The supporting member is fixed on the base. The supporting member includes two generally vertical friction grooves (2723, 2725). A depth of one of the friction grooves decreases with increasing height above the base, and a depth of the other friction groove increases with increasing height above the base. The locking unit is accommodated in the supporting member. The locking unit includes two sliders (33, 35) corresponding to the two friction grooves of the supporting member respectively. One of the sliders abuts a corresponding one of the friction grooves. The elastic member spans between the locking unit and the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignees: Innocom Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., Innolux Display Corp.
    Inventors: Chih-Huang Lien, Shi-Liang Li
  • Patent number: 7681355
    Abstract: A device for supporting a tree limb. The device includes a base having top and bottom surfaces for situating the device proximate to said tree limb. A telescoping pole having a longitudinal axis and first and second ends is provided, the first end being rotatably secured to the base. A coupling is included for varying the length of the telescoping pole. A support rod is affixed to the second end of the telescoping pole, the support rod being rotatable about the longitudinal axis. A U-shaped limb support member is fixedly appended to the support rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Inventors: Raymond Brown, Rose Brown, Diane Boudreau
  • Publication number: 20100064739
    Abstract: The invention relates to an integrative three-segment tripod. The tripod has a main bracket 1 and at least one stand leg, each stand leg including an upper segment, a middle segment and a lower segment, the upper segment is connected to the main bracket 1, the middle segment is telescopically connected to the upper segment, and the lower segment is telescopically connected to the middle segment, wherein the stand leg further includes a locking unit and a safety device, the locking unit is provided at the joints where the middle segment is joined the upper segment and the lower segment, and can fix the middle segment to the upper segment and simultaneously fix the lower segment to the middle segment, and the safety device is associated with the locking unit, which can keep the locking unit in the fixing state when the locking unit is in the locking position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2009
    Publication date: March 18, 2010
    Applicant: NINGBO WEIFENG IMAGE EQUIPMENT GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Weiming LU
  • Patent number: 7651059
    Abstract: In various embodiments, a cable drop support system is provided including a base adapted for attachment to a surface; at least one segment connected to the base; and, a cable receptacle attached to a portion of the at least one segment, the cable receptacle being structured for receiving therein at least a portion of a cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2010
    Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.
    Inventors: Isaac D. White, James E. Dickens
  • Publication number: 20100006718
    Abstract: An intravenous support apparatus comprises a pole, means attachable to the pole for hanging an intravenous liquid supply on the pole, and a base including a plurality of disconnectable legs having respective inner ends joined one with another, the joined inner ends forming a central body of the base to define a central passage extending vertically through the base, the central passage receiving a bottom end of the pole for supporting the pole in a upright position, each leg including a first material containing a core element of a second material which is heavier than the first material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2008
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Applicant: AMG MEDICAL INC.
    Inventors: Daniel Seth MEYERS, Cristian BOAR, Ming XU
  • Patent number: 7641156
    Abstract: The present invention is a portable stand that generally comprises of an upper telescopic pipe, a lower telescopic pipe that is movably inserted into the upper telescopic pipe to form a longitudinal shaft, a plurality of expandable legs at the bottom of the longitudinal shaft with a leaf spring mechanism, a round plate holder, a bottle holder, a v-shaped plate holder, a flower vase, umbrella stand, a box for magnetic compass or LED light, a knickknack pouch and a beverage holder. The longitudinal shaft of the portable stand is adjusted for a desired height. A controller knob is slid up and down, to fold and expand the expandable legs at the bottom of the longitudinal shaft to a desired angle. Various attachments are attached onto the longitudinal shaft depending on the need.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Inventors: Neil Medders, Debra Medders
  • Publication number: 20090321590
    Abstract: An anti-tipping container support system for supporting a container above a ground surface, the container comprising a substantially horizontal bar running across an outer wall of the container, the system comprising a support portion fixedly attached to the ground surface in a substantially perpendicular relationship to the ground surface, a lifting portion comprising a lever rotatably coupled to the support portion in substantially a T-orientation relative to the support portion, the lever comprising a handle and at least two connecting claws pivotally attached to the lever on opposite sides of the handle and substantially perpendicular to the lever, each connecting claw comprising a groove, such that when a manual downward force is applied to the handle with the bar of the container engaged in the grooves of the connecting claws, the container is lifted and supported off the ground surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2008
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventor: Charles Steve Keller
  • Publication number: 20090308991
    Abstract: An adjustable flat panel monitor mounting system designed for strength and security is provided. The mounting system allows any VESA compliant flat panel display to be securely mounted to any work-surface. The height can be adjusted from sub-surface to super-surface upon installation and fixed in place with security screws. The user of the display would be able to adjust the angle of the display. The mount of the invention is fixed in place and can not be removed without special tools. The monitor is not able to be knocked off the work surface, and a bar is provided as a channel for wire management. The monitor can be used in the semi-recessed and subsurface configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: Technical Furniture Group, LLC
    Inventor: Jasen A. Stengel
  • Patent number: 7628360
    Abstract: Stand (1) with a foot (2) and a stand tube (3) which is arranged perpendicularly thereto and at the upper end (4) has a manually operable securing device (5) for securing, by means of a connecting pin (7), an appliance (6) which is connected to the stand tube (3) against being unintentionally released. The securing device (5) is designed as an essentially U-shaped wire clip (8,8.1) which is bent in one piece and has two resilient limbs (9,10), a subregion (11,12) of the limbs (9,10) engaging resiliently in each case in a corresponding groove (13,14) of the connecting pin (7). A curved region (15) of the wire clip (8,8.1) is arranged outside the stand tube (3).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2009
    Assignee: Ondal Holding GmbH
    Inventors: Peter Anthes, Frank Kellner, Werner Sagawe
  • Patent number: 7624953
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an infusion stand for supporting an articles such as an IV bag. In one embodiment, the infusion stand comprises a gas spring engaged with a moveable base assembly. The infusion stand further comprises a foot pedal assembly mounted to the base assembly that is adapted to actuate the gas spring. The infusion stand further comprises an extension arm having one end engaged with the gas spring and the other end to an IV bag support adapted to support one or more IV bags. The infusion stand may further comprise a handle assembly connected to the upper portion of the extension arm. In operation, depression of the foot pedal assembly causes activation of the gas spring which raises the IV bag support to a selected height. An operator may grasp the handle assembly to control upward or downward movement of the IV bag support to a desired height and fix the desired height by release of the foot pedal assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Inventors: Jeffrey M. Silverman, Bradley S. Silverman
  • Patent number: 7614200
    Abstract: A foundation for a structure comprises a plurality of segments. To build the foundation, a foundation bed is excavated, and a stable, substantially level and horizontal subbase is built in the foundation bed. A foundation segment of the structure is set down on the subbase, such that at least three vertically adjustable support poles fixedly attached to the foundation segment contact reinforced points of support on the subbase. A remainder of the foundation bed is then filled with foundation mass to a level above a bottom rim of the foundation segment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2009
    Inventor: Aloys Wobben
  • Patent number: 7611117
    Abstract: The laptop computer document holder is an unobtrusive plastic sheath with two plastic telescopic arms for moving in and out of the sheath. One of the telescopic arms has a top with a document clipper for clipping the document to the top when the telescopic arms are extended. This clipper secures the document at eye level above a screen or monitor of the laptop computer. The plastic sheath has a flat face with adhesive tape affixed for permanently attaching the plastic sheath to the laptop computer. Once the document holder is attached to the laptop computer, the holder cannot be misplaced or lost. Thus, the laptop computer holder is readily available and accessible when needed to hold a document at eye level above the laptop computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2009
    Inventor: Joseph Lang, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20090261215
    Abstract: An intravenous base and pole protection system having a upper portion, a middle portion and a lower portion, wherein each portion comprises a single solitary unit that protects the spoke and wheel assembly of an IV pole from hanging liquids and/or from becoming entangled with surrounding wires.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2008
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Inventor: Donald Lambert
  • Publication number: 20090250565
    Abstract: This design is the first of its kind. It can be used for the arm, hand, leg, foot, neck, chest, back and ribs. The swivel rotates 360 degrees and allows the pad to be locked in at any angle. Along with the vertical slide, it can be set at a comfortable height and with the incremental adjustment of one vertical leg it can be lowered to a comfortable position. If needed, horizontal legs are easy to remove and allow it set closer to a chair. Swivel head assembly and legs are removable which make this arm rest easy to pack for transport.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2008
    Publication date: October 8, 2009
    Inventors: William M. Jaggers, Dawn L. Jaggers
  • Patent number: 7584932
    Abstract: A construction prop includes an outer tube and an inner tube wherein the inner tube telescopically fitted in the outer tube. The top end of the outer tube has a threaded section axially formed with a pair of slots. The inner tube is axially formed with several pairs of pinholes. A locating nut is screwed on the threaded section of the outer tube. A controlling member formed with a pair of through holes is fitted on the outer tube. A bottom end of the controlling member is rotatably connected with the locating nut. A top face of the controlling member is formed with recessed/projecting structures. An insertion pin is fitted through the slots of the outer tube and inserted in one pair of pinholes of the inner tube, and is rested on the top face of the controlling member, whereby the prop can support a horizontal moldboard.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2009
    Inventor: Lung Ching Shih
  • Publication number: 20090212176
    Abstract: This invention has to do with a utensil storage stand, which comprises a base, a column extending away from the base, a distal end on the column, and utensil engaging means rotatably mounted on the column. The utensil engaging means is rotatably mounted on the distal end of the column by a ball bearing arrangement comprising plastic races co-operating with plastic or ceramic bearings interposed between the races. The utensil engagement means comprises radially extending spokes with enlarged perforations through the spokes and utensil support hooks extending from the spokes. The utensil engagement means is rotatably mounted with respect to column having an axis substantially perpendicular to the plane of the base. The radial support spokes preferably have support apertures and hooks so that utensils may be stored and efficiently positioned on the storage stand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2009
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventors: David Lee Cass, Marilyn Kathryn Cass
  • Patent number: 7573711
    Abstract: A monitor having: a monitor main body displaying a picture; a base member; a stand member standing on the base member; a moving member combined to the stand member to move up and down, that supports the monitor main body with a force counterbalancing a weight of the monitor main body; a locking part provided in the moving member; a locking hook provided on one of the stand member and the base member to be locked to and released from the locking part of the moving member; and an elastic member to release the locking hook from the locking part when the moving member supports monitor main body with the force counterbalancing the weight of the monitor main body. With this configuration, the present invention provides a monitor which has decreased packing volume, and is convenient to handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2009
    Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Ju-hwan Kim, Dae-hyoun Byoun, Sang-kyeong Ha
  • Publication number: 20090194662
    Abstract: The present invention features a kit for hanging string lights. The kit comprises a bracket and a mounting tool. In some embodiments, the bracket comprises a first plate having a first edge and a second edge, a second plate extending upwardly and along the first edge of the first plate, a third plate extending upwardly and along the second edge of the first plate, and a hook disposed on a surface of the third plate that extends in a direction away from the second plate. In some embodiments, a mounting tool comprises cup member attached to a pole. The cup member comprises a base member having a first end and a second end, a first arm attached to and extending outwardly from the first end of the base member, a second arm attached to and extending outwardly from the second end of the base member, the first and second arm extending outwardly in the same direction relative to the base member, and a pole attaching to and extending downwardly from the base member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2008
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Inventor: Remberto Urrutia
  • Patent number: 7564682
    Abstract: A display is disclosed to include a base, a post coupled to the base through a ball and socket joint for free adjustment at different angles, a holder assembly coupled and movable along the post, a locking device mounted in the holder assembly for locking the holder assembly to the post at the desired height, and a screen pivotally coupled to a pivot member at the holder assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2009
    Assignee: Hannspree, Inc.
    Inventors: Guan-De Liou, Chia-Pine Huang, Li-Li Lai, Stephen Tsai
  • Publication number: 20090173848
    Abstract: A support device for a flat appliance is disclosed. The support device includes a mounting plate having at least one hole defined therein. The mounting plate is adapted for attachment to a side of the flat appliance with a fastener extending through the at least one hole and into at least one corresponding receiving hole in the flat appliance. The device further includes a mounting bracket that is adapted for attachment to a stand structure. The device also includes a brace disposed between the mounting plate and the mounting bracket. The at least one hole in the mounting plate is adapted for accommodating the receiving hole of a variety of different flat appliances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: John M. Green
  • Publication number: 20090159760
    Abstract: An exemplary adjustable support mechanism (50) includes a main bracket (51), an adjustable suspension member (52) slidably mounted to the main bracket and an elastic member (53). The main bracket forms at least two guide rails (516) including a first guide rail and a second guide rail disposed opposite to each other. The adjustable suspension member includes two crossed connected suspension frames (524, 525), at least two wheels (522) engaging the guide rails, and at least one stretching member (526, 527). The suspension frames are rotatably connected to each other. The at least two wheels are disposed at ends of the suspension frames. Two ends of each stretching member are connected to the suspension frames correspondingly. The elastic member has two ends fixed relative to the main bracket and the adjustable suspension member correspondingly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2008
    Publication date: June 25, 2009
    Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: WEN-LIN GAN, JUN-WU DUAN, CHANG-SHENG FAN
  • Patent number: 7533428
    Abstract: A medical support assembly for a moving pallet of a diagnostic imaging device is provided. The medical support assembly includes a support member having an elongate shaft defining a longitudinal axis and a transverse shaft mounted substantially orthogonal with respect to the support member. The medical support assembly further includes a mounting adapter assembly supported by an attachment bracket of the moving pallet, the mounting adapter assembly being removably mounted and configured to enable rotational movement of the support member upon a substantial impact to the support member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
    Inventor: David A. Yunker
  • Patent number: 7530543
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a central support shaft that has an elongated shape provided with axially opposed ends. Rectilinear legs have opposed ends conjoined to the bottom support shaft end and extending outwardly therefrom at an oblique angle. The legs are pivotal between compressed and expanded positions. Auxiliary support shafts have elongated shapes provided with opposed medial and lateral ends. The auxiliary shafts are pivotally conjoined to the brackets and pivotal about the medial ends, such that the auxiliary shafts can be independently biased between vertical and horizontal positions. Brackets are attached to the central support shaft and spaced along a longitudinal length thereof. Clamps are positional along the auxiliary shafts. Each clamp is adaptable between open and closed positions for releasing and gripping the window blind. The window blind is centrally registered between the auxiliary support shafts during cleaning operations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2009
    Inventor: Carl M. Kremzar
  • Patent number: 7530538
    Abstract: A device is provided for supporting a substantially flat television screen over a piece of furniture of the type having an upper surface with spaced apart front and rear edges, and a back. The device comprises a pedestal and an upper support. The pedestal includes a base for supporting the weight of the screen on a floor surface, a column extending vertically upwardly from the base, and a bracket for connecting the column to the back of the piece of furniture so that the column is held in position against the piece of furniture. The upper support includes a post that is connected to and vertically adjustable with respect to the column, a cantilever support arm extending forwardly from the vertically adjustable post, the support arm terminating in a free end, and a screen mounting member connected to the free end of the support arm for receiving the flat screen television.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2009
    Assignee: Whalen Furniture Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth J. Whalen, Paul R. Jones
  • Publication number: 20090095851
    Abstract: A portable medical balance and support apparatus and its use as a system is disclosed which includes a telescoping bar which is fitted with end-caps and an extension and retraction module. The apparatus includes a grip fitted to the bar to facilitate its use as a balance and support aid. The apparatus is intended to be portable. A user may set up the apparatus by placing one end-cap on the floor of a dwelling and then operating the extension and retraction module, which may be configured of a crank, a pneumatic actuator, an electric motor or a detent mechanism, to extended the vertical telescoping bar so that the top end-cap is pressed against the ceiling of the dwelling and the apparatus is secured between the floor and ceiling. After the apparatus has been used the extension and retraction module is used again to retract the telescoping bar and the apparatus can be moved to a different location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2007
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventor: Josephine G. Stolworthy