Stand Patents (Class 248/127)
  • Patent number: 6923627
    Abstract: An air compressor assembly with one or more of the following features: a removable manifold assembly capable of being remotely located from the air compressor assembly for controlling and distributing compressed air from the air compressor assembly to one or more air powered tools, a lifting handle, a handle capable of assuming a plurality of positions, condensate removal devices, and a stable base and tie-down points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2005
    Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power Company
    Inventors: Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin, J. Cody Stilwell, Gary White, Stephen J. Vos
  • Patent number: 6916302
    Abstract: A device for support and elevation of a limb. More specifically, the invention is a system for elevating a limb, comprising an adjustable sling assembly that can be attached by a hook to a support member that provides the elevation, which in turn can be inserted into either a freestanding base or a base designed for placement between a mattress and box spring. Thus, the elevator system can be used effectively when a person is in both a sitting and a supine position. The elevator system is vertically adjustable by varying the distance between the hook and the sling or by adjusting the telescoping support sections of the support assembly. The elevator system is lightweight, easily disinfected, and can be disassembled or collapsed for ease in transport and storage. The elevator system is also relatively inexpensive to manufacture and is intended both for hospital and home use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Inventor: Jon C. Gehrke
  • Patent number: 6913230
    Abstract: A hair braiding and weaving accessory for holding 1-7 packs or bundles of commercial or artificial hair while the hairstylist is braiding or weaving selected small groups of such commercial or artificial hair with a customer's natural hair. The device comprises a base, a pole and a disc. The pole is attached to the base in a conventional manner. The disc has a hole through the middle, the pole is placed through the hole and positioned towards the top of the pole. The plane of the disc is at an angle of approximately forty five (45°) degrees to the pole to allow the commercial or artificial hair to be draped around the pole without falling off the disc. The height of the pole and disc is adjustable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2005
    Inventor: Brenda Lee Wells
  • Patent number: 6897451
    Abstract: The invention relates to an isokinetic gantry arrangement for the isocentric guidance of a particle beam (12), that can be rotated about a horizontal longitudinal axis (16) and has a beam optical system, symbolized by magnets (36, 38, 40), that deflects the particle beam (12) axially infected by a particle beam accelerator, radially and vertically relative to the horizontal longitudinal axis (16), with a largely rotationally-symmetrical primary structure (18) and a secondary structure (30) that holds the magnets (36, 38, 40) and is supported by the primary structure (18), with the secondary structure (30) having a rigidity that is designed so that the vertical displacements of the magnets (36, 38, 40) due to their weight are essentially of equal magnitude (isokinetic) in all the angle of rotation positions of the gantry arrangement (10), and a method for its design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2005
    Assignees: MAN Technologie AG, Gesellschaft fuer Schwerionenforschung mit beschraenkter Haftung
    Inventors: Hans Kaercher, Stefan Linn, Thomas Zimmerer, Dietmar Koch, Ralf Fuchs, Walter Bourgeois, Peter Spiller
  • Patent number: 6874737
    Abstract: A universal fixture system and base therefor is provided that is capable of holding multiple tools and/or workpieces in various positions about a rotational axis. In addition, the fixture system and base allows for single segments or portions to be adjusted independent of the other segments. The fixture system and base include: (1) a base having at least one set of support brackets; (2) a support member, having a shaft and a coupling joined thereto, adapted for connection to one set of support brackets; (3) a connector extending through one set of support brackets and the shaft; and (4) a rod having a first end that is coupled to the coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2005
    Inventor: Thomas Madelone
  • Patent number: 6854696
    Abstract: A portable, foldable display apparatus that can be folded into a structure that is approximately one foot wide so that it can be easily stored. The apparatus is fitted with wheels so that the apparatus can be easily moved once it has been set up. An optional telescoping advertisement sign is provided. Multiple levels of display surfaces are provided. The apparatus can be used to display floral arrangements or other articles. The apparatus can be easily manufactured with display surfaces having different shapes to accommodate different merchandize.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2005
    Inventor: Marcy Britigan
  • Patent number: 6845841
    Abstract: An acoustic isolator is placeable between a sound producing body and a resting surface. The acoustic isolator includes a foam member having a first surface for receiving the sound producing body and a second surface for engaging the resting surface. The foam member is composed of a supportive foam member capable of substantially preventing the transfer of sound induced vibrations between the sound producing body and the resting surface while sustaining an internal deflection of less than about thirty percent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2005
    Assignee: Aluralex Acoustics
    Inventors: Eric T. Smith, Jeffrey D. Szymanski, Jeff Hedbeck, David R. Harbison
  • Publication number: 20040262464
    Abstract: A remote control support tower having a support frame secured to a rotatable platform or adjustable height stand and an optical wave guide system wherein the optical wave guide system comprises at least one optical wave guide that receives remote control signals along one path and redirects or retransmits the signals along a second path in the direction of electronic equipment being controlled. The remote control support tower may also include a lamp fixture. In an alternative embodiment, the remote control tower includes a height adjustable stand, a bracket rotatably connected to the stand, a remote control holder unit rotatably mounted to the bracket and remote control clamp/clip for mounting the remote control to the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2004
    Publication date: December 30, 2004
    Inventors: Jerry D. Sanderlin, Robert Garcia
  • Publication number: 20040245412
    Abstract: A desktop electronic device translates on a desktop from a first position to a second position through use of at least one mobility assembly. The mobility assembly(s) may be integral with the desktop electronic device, connected to the desktop electronic device, or integral with a platform that supports the desktop electronic device. The mobility assembly(s) include at least one primary revolving element and optionally includes at least one secondary revolving element in contact therewith. The primary and secondary revolving elements may be spherically or cylindrically shaped in any combination. A spherical primary revolving element allows the desktop electronic device to translate linearly or non-linearly. Brakes or disengaging mechanisms may be combined with the desktop electronic device, mobility assembly(s), or platform to resist or prevent movement of the desktop electronic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Gary B. Solomon, Mark B. Solomon
  • Patent number: 6820842
    Abstract: A telescopic support includes an external tube, an internal tube inserted in the external tube and an extending device for extending the external tube and the internal tube. The extending device may include a collar mounted on the external tube and a cam mounted on the collar between a first position for releasing the internal tube and a second position for pushing the internal tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Inventor: Louis Chuang
  • Patent number: 6815036
    Abstract: A protector device for connection to and transport with a paint bucket includes a flexible protector sheet having an interior, a stiffener member disposed in the interior to resist flexing of the protector sheet and a connector for releasably connecting the protector sheet and stiffener member to the bucket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Inventor: Edward J. Romero
  • Patent number: 6808146
    Abstract: A merchandise display, comprising a substantially planar display board having the form of a profile of a human head including a headwear portion, a head portion, and a neck portion. Merchandise is mounted to the display board. The merchandise includes a main section and a strap. The strap engages the headwear portion of the display board. The main section is suspended from the strap and covers a part of the head portion, thereby displaying the merchandise on the display board as the merchandise would appear in normal use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2004
    Inventor: Richard L. Swan
  • Publication number: 20040195471
    Abstract: The invention is a dual flat panel monitor stand, hinged so that the monitors can be viewed side-by-side, back-to-back, or any angle in between. The hinge is a unique compound hinge designed to allow maximum flexibility while using the minimum amount of space. The hinge is mounted on a turntable that allows the whole unit to rotate 360 degrees. The stand also includes electrical support in the base so that only the minimum number of external wires is required. The electrical support in the stand can include a video switch, video enhancement hardware, and/or a multi-function computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2004
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventor: Richard John Sachen
  • Publication number: 20040195470
    Abstract: A lampshade adapter for a votive candle holder including a lower band or ring for seating the adapter over the upper rim of the votive candle holder. An upper band or ring located above the lower ring and supported by rods extending between the lower and upper rings allows a lampshade to be suspended over the votive candle holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2003
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventor: Sanjeev Kumar
  • Publication number: 20040195472
    Abstract: A portable construction material stand is provided with a flanged support portion and a base portion. The portable construction material stand is adapted for use with a single support portion unattached to another support portion and does not use any cross-supports. The portable construction material stand may be used in conjunction with two or more portable material stands.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2004
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventor: Thomas J. Clover
  • Patent number: 6801128
    Abstract: A security system employs a plurality of towers for detecting an intruder. A detection beam extends between adjacent towers, and a breach in the detection beam detects the presence of intruders. The solar tower includes a solar panel, a solar mounting bracket, a swivel clamp, a swivel solar bracket, a solar cap opening mechanism, a solar base cap, and a top plate. The solar tower further includes a base unit, frame support rods extending from the base unit, a frame unit having face shield slots, and opposing face shields mounted in the face shield slots. The top plate is secured to the frame support rods with suitable fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Inventor: Robert B. Houston
  • Patent number: 6796537
    Abstract: A lifting base for a LCD monitor includes a frame, a lifting device and a pair of clamping members. The frame has two rails extending from two sides respectively. The lifting device has a pair of sliding parts and a pair of guiding plates. The sliding parts are connected at the bottom ends with the top ends spreading apart like the shape of an English letter V. Two outer edges of each sliding part are bent to form a guiding rail thereat. The sliding parts are secured with the guiding plates connected to a monitor. The guiding plates are inserted within the rails of the frame. The clamping members are two torque springs in an opposite position. Each clamping member has one end secured to the frame and another end connected with a roller to engage with the rail of each sliding part of the lifting device for locating purpose.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Inventor: Pei-Ching Lin
  • Publication number: 20040149866
    Abstract: The present invention provides a gaming machine support stand with integrated adjustability enabling ergonomic comfort to be provided to a user of the gaming machine. The gaming machine support stand comprises a top and bottom that are interconnected by at least a front and back wall. The front wall of the stand has at least one ergonomic step associated therewith, providing players of the gaming machine interconnected to the support stand, a location at which they may rest one or more feet. The ergonomic step(s) may be adjustable in various planes thereby enabling the variation of the position thereof by an individual resulting in a more personal ergonomic positioning of the ergonomic step associated with gaming machine support stand. The back wall of the support stand includes a protective member that can prevent items from falling behind the support stand, for example when the stand is positioned within close proximity to a wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2003
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Applicant: Societe des Loteries Video du Quebec
    Inventors: Christiane Boucher, Roger Garceau, Alain Grondines
  • Patent number: 6763286
    Abstract: A stand having an automatically correctable balancing system and balancing mechanisms electrically controlled by a computer (10). Replaceable accessories can be joined to a component (9) movably joined to the stand (6). Associated with the computer (10) are a calculation program and an information system that, by means of a reading device, reads correction information from data media of the accessories and conveys it to the computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2004
    Assignee: Leica Microsystems (Schweiz ) AG
    Inventor: Andrzej Metelski
  • Publication number: 20040089773
    Abstract: A hair braiding and weaving accessory for holding 1-7 packs or bundles of commercial or artificial hair while the hairstylist is braiding or weaving selected small groups of such commercial or artificial hair with a customer's natural hair. The device comprises a base, a pole and a disc. The pole is attached to the base in a conventional manner. The disc has a hole through the middle, the pole is placed through the hole and positioned towards the top of the pole. The plane of the disc is at an angle of approximately forty five (45°) degrees to the pole to allow the commercial or artificial hair to be draped around the pole without falling off the disc. The height of the pole and disc is adjustable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2003
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Inventor: Brenda Lee Wells
  • Publication number: 20040089772
    Abstract: A knock-down type support stand especially suited for aquariums or other heavy objects employs double walled support legs that are each formed of inner and outer sleeves of tubing. Upper and a lower horizontal frames act as supports for the objects. Attached to each outside corner of both of the frames is a corresponding one of a plurality of vertical hollow sleeves, each of which is of the same cross sectional dimension as the outer hollow sleeves in the support legs. The inner sleeves for each of the support legs are inserted into the vertical hollow sleeves in the frames, while the outer hollow sleeves for the support legs engage the top ends of the vertical hollow sleeves on the lower frame and the bottom ends of the vertical hollow sleeves on the upper frame. The stand preferably uses tight, friction fit tolerances to increase sturdiness and can be easily assembled without any fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2003
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Inventor: Ernest W. Albrecht
  • Publication number: 20040079844
    Abstract: A hexapod machine is disclosed in which six adjustable length struts couple to a controllably moveable platform at three triangularly spaced locations at each of which a pair of struts couple together and to the platform at a bifurcated universal joint. The struts extend away from the platform and through machine nodes defined at triangularly spaced-apart locations in a machine sub-frame, and at each such node a strut extending from one platform location and the next adjacent strut from the next adjacent platform location come together and cross each other in respective hemispheres of a bifurcated sphere journalled for multidirectional pivotal movement in a socket in the sub-frame. The hemispheres each contain a motor which is frictionally engaged with the respective strut so as to enable it to be driven through the hemisphere to adjust its effective length. By control of the motors, the platform position and orientation can be adjusted in space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Publication date: April 29, 2004
    Inventor: Ralph-Peter Steven Bailey
  • Patent number: 6726160
    Abstract: Adjustable bow stands providing a hunter with cover and easy access to his or her weapon. A shaft has a fork attached to one end and a shaft clip removably attached to its opposing end. The shaft clip attaches a bow holder to the shaft. The bow holder can be adjusted to hold a bow at a variety of angles, and the shaft clip can be adjusted to hold a bow at a variety of heights. A rear leg with a rear leg support attached to one end can be unfolded from the shaft. The length of the rear leg is adjusted by a telescoping mechanism. A cap covering the opposing end of the shaft removably covers a screwdriver compartment holding a screwdriver. The screwdriver fits a screw in the bow holder to facilitate the adjustment of the bow holder. Natural or artificial tree limbs can be inserted into limb holders attached to the front of the fork.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2004
    Inventor: Duncan R. Buchanan, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6715722
    Abstract: A support structure for mounting equipment, such as a video monitor, to a transportable anesthesia machine includes an elongate vertical member adapted to mount the video monitor and/or other equipment and an elongate horizontal member extending perpendicularly from the vertical member for removable attachment to the anesthesia machine. The horizontal member extends from a lower end of the vertical member and is removably attached to a frame of the anesthesia machine in a desired angular position. The support structure and anesthesia machine move as a unit when the anesthesia machine is transported along a floor surface, with the video monitor or other equipment disposed at an advantageous location for use by an anesthesiologist during a medical procedure. The support structure has a foot that prevents or inhibits undesired tipping or tilting of the anesthesia machine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2004
    Inventor: William Alan Roberts
  • Publication number: 20040035988
    Abstract: A universal public-space fixture comprising a series of at least two nested, inverted U-shaped forms of decreasing height set around a common vertical axis. Each U-shaped form has an upper transverse portion and two parallel, vertical legs extending from the upper transverse portion. The fixture further comprises at least one center joining plate located below the upper transverse portions of the forms and being substantially perpendicular to the forms, for joining the U-shaped forms together as a unit, the forms being fastened to the at least one center joining plate. The fixture can also include an anchor plate 24 attached to the forms at or adjacent their bottom, for anchoring the forms to a support surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2002
    Publication date: February 26, 2004
    Inventor: Gerald P. Skalka
  • Publication number: 20040035989
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing an adjustable balancing force are provided. This mechanism can be used as a lifting force, a counter balancing mechanism or as a horizontal or other force mechanism. A stand in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention comprises a first component that is slidingly coupled to a second component. A spring mechanism provides a balancing force between the first component and the second component. In some advantageous embodiments of the present invention, the magnitude of the balancing force is substantially equal to a first load. In some advantageous embodiments, a friction force is provided for resisting relative movement between the first component and the second component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2003
    Publication date: February 26, 2004
    Inventors: Harry C. Sweere, Mustafa A. Ergun, Shaun C. Lindblad, H. Karl Overn
  • Patent number: 6685147
    Abstract: A holder for a nail polish bottle that allows the bottle to be tipped at any angle wanted by the user and that allows viewing of an applicator extracting polish from the bottle. It has a fixed post attached to a base that stabilizes the holder against unwanted motion during use. There is a pivoting post also. The top of the fixed post and the bottom of the pivoting post form a ball and socket joint that allows the pivoting post to tilt at any angle wanted by a user. The pivoting post is attached to a spring-loaded clip. The clip contains arms with non-slip inner surfaces. The arms have an arcuate hollow elliptical oval shape that allows the user to view the transferring of polish to the applicator so that a proper amount is transferred. The clip is opened by pressing its lever portions together to stress the spring. When the pressure on the lever portions ceases, the arcuate arms close to hold the bottle securely.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Inventor: Yan Ling Ma
  • Publication number: 20040007649
    Abstract: A stand for a portable computer, including a base member to which is pivotably attached the computer holding member. An adjustment arm serves to fix the relative position of the base member and the computer holding member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2003
    Publication date: January 15, 2004
    Inventor: Mark A. Vettraino
  • Patent number: 6672549
    Abstract: The holder in particular for an electronic device, such as a mobile phone, a remote control, a palmtop or similar or an exhibition object, comprises a plate element (12) having an upper side, a lower side and a recess (36) formed in said plate element (12), said recess (36) being defined by a recess edge (38). Further, at least one stand flap (30) protruding from a first section (40) of the recess edge (38) and hingedly connected with said recess edge (38) is provided for supporting the plate element (12) on a surface. For gripping under an electronic device to be placed on the plate element (12) there is provided at least one undergripping flap (32) protruding from a second section (42) of the recess edge (38), said second section (42) being essentially located opposite the first section (40), and hingedly connected with the recess edge (38).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2004
    Inventor: Anke Kolb
  • Patent number: 6637705
    Abstract: A flow meter strut assembly includes a strut portion having a first end plate, a second end plate, a longitudinally adjustable flow meter support structure between.the first and second end plates, and curved mounting surfaces formed on outer surfaces of each of the first and second end plates of the strut portion. At least one flow meter is adjustably mounted on the flow meter support structure. The flow meter support structure is adjustable longitudinally by a turnbuckle assembly connected between the flow meter support structure and the second end plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Byron G. Sjoblom, Gary R. Berlam
  • Patent number: 6604320
    Abstract: A support for branches and vines consisting of a base which has a hole, a stem which has many holes at different levels and facing in various directions, many rods which may have many holes, many branch support assemblies each of which consist of a string which has at least two hooks, and a holder which may have many holes; the stem penetrating through the hole of the base; the rods being able to penetrate the stem through its holes; one of the hook of a branch support assembly being able to hook on a hole of a rod; another hook of the branch support assembly being able to hook on the holes of the holder of the branch support assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Inventor: Chih-Yu Hsia
  • Patent number: 6604718
    Abstract: A self-supporting display stand comprising a rigid base, a pair of upstanding rod-like support masts mounted on the base, and a corresponding pair of tension cables which connect the upper ends of the masts to the base. The upper end of each cable is connected to the upper end of the corresponding mast by means of a first connector comprising a ferrule having a recess which fits over the mast, and a clamping device for securing the upper end of the cable. The lower end of the cable is connected to the base by means of a second connector having a body which is adapted to engage in a suitably shaped socket or recess in the base, and also includes a clamping device for securing the lower end of the cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Assignee: Dimensions Displays Limited
    Inventor: Michael Dowd
  • Publication number: 20030132354
    Abstract: A display stand for a gun comprising a base having a stanchion extending upwardly therefrom and with a post movably mounted on the stanchion such that the post may be vertically adjusted with respect thereto, and a retaining assembly extending outwardly from a distal end of the post, the retaining assembly having first and second cooperative clamping members arranged to receive a gun barrel therebetween. The display stand includes various security features to prevent easy removal of a gun therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Inventors: Christian Dubois, Gerry Boucher
  • Publication number: 20030122041
    Abstract: A hair braiding and weaving accessory for holding 1-7 packs or bundles of commercial or artificial hair while the hairstylist is braiding or weaving selected small groups of such commercial or artificial hair with a customer's natural hair. The device comprises a base, a pole and a disc. The pole is attached to the base in a conventional manner. The disc has a hole through the middle, the pole is placed through the hole and positioned towards the top of the pole. The plane of the disc is at an angle of approximately forty five (45°) degrees to the pole to allow the commercial or artificial hair to be draped around the pole without falling off the disc. The height of the pole and disc is adjustable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2003
    Publication date: July 3, 2003
    Inventor: Brenda Lee Wells
  • Publication number: 20030103328
    Abstract: The invention provides a laptop stand that elevates the laptop display such that the display is at a user's eye-level, while at the same time minimizing the amount of desktop space occupied by the laptop computer. The invention provides a stand that holds the laptop computer in an unfolded position such that the laptop's display is elevated to eye-level and facing forward. In particular, the presently preferred embodiment of the invention provides a modular laptop stand that is inexpensive to produce, variously adjustable, and that is substantially flat when not in use, such that it is readily shipped and stored.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2002
    Publication date: June 5, 2003
    Inventors: W. Daniel Hillis, Bran Ferren
  • Patent number: 6561467
    Abstract: The invention discloses a quick release jack stand assembly for releasable attachment to the foot board of a scooter wherein the jack stand assembly further comprises a side bracket having a scooter engagement track, wherein the scooter engagement track substantially conforms to the shape of the scooter footboard, the scooter engagement track further comprising a releasable attachment mechanism device for securing the scooter foot board to the scooter engagement track of the jack stand assembly; and a prop bar for engaging a ground surface when the scooter is to be maintained in an upright position when the prop bar is in a down rest position. In an embodiment, the scooter engagement track is slidable along the length of the scooter foot board when the attachment mechanism is in a release position and can be positioned along any portion of the scooter foot board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Inventor: Amir Farsio
  • Patent number: 6553588
    Abstract: A pedestal apparatus for use with a patient support, such as an x-ray table, provides a plurality of services, such as gas, vacuum and electric power, near a patient supported on the patient support. The apparatus includes a housing having opposite ends, opposite sides, a top and bottom. The opposite sides of the housing are configured to include a plurality of service outlets. The top of the housing is arched to provide an upwardly-facing convex exterior surface, and the top of the housing is formed with axial sides overhanging the opposite sides of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Hensley, Linda Williamson, Airen R. Springer, Hilary Fullenkamp, Paul Messerschmidt, Robert W. Wilson
  • Patent number: 6550725
    Abstract: An adjustable fan stand is presented. The fan stand has an essentially parallel-piped upper housing that would be slightly larger than the standard twenty-inch by six-inch box fan. The upper housing is supported by two legs which are also connected at the bottom by a support. The legs have perpendicular feet which allow the entire fan stand to remain in position when a box fan is placed inside the fan housing. The fan housing has a number of vertical holes and is connected to each of the legs by wingnuts. By utilizing the various sets of holes and tightening or loosening the wingnuts, the height of the box fan above the floor may be adjusted as desired. The pitch of the box fan may also be adjusted to direct the cooling air to the upper torso of a worker as desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Inventor: Dale E. Watson
  • Patent number: 6543733
    Abstract: A water trough support apparatus for supporting a water trough on a flight of stairs, in particular. The water trough support apparatus includes an adjustable leg assembly; and also includes a platform support member being adjustably mounted upon the leg assembly; and further includes a platform being securely mounted upon the platform support member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Inventor: Michael C. Pennington
  • Publication number: 20030057333
    Abstract: A shock eliminator includes a holder frame supported on support means, the holder frame having a horizontal base wall fixedly fastened to the support means and a plurality of coupling walls respectively extended from the base wall, a bearing frame adapted to support load means on the holder frame, the bearing frame having a horizontal base wall supporting the load means and a plurality of coupling walls extended from the base wall and respectively coupled to the coupling walls of the holder frame, and elastomer means connected between the coupling walls of the holder frame and the coupling walls of the bearing frame to absorb horizontal and vertical shocks and twisting forces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2001
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Inventor: Chong-Shien Tsai
  • Patent number: 6494419
    Abstract: A stand to support an object has a bottom frame and two side frames. The side frames are each pivotally attached to opposite ends of the bottom frame with a pair of pivot pins. The pairs of pivot pins are located at different heights. A clasp is mounted on each side frame to detachably engage the bottom frame. When the clasps are released from the bottom frame, the side frames can be pivoted relative to the bottom frame. The stand is foldable. Because the side frames are respectively pivotally attached to the bottom frame by pairs of pivot pins at different heights, one of the side frames can overlap the other side frame. The size of the stand is reduced. Transporting and storing the stand become more convenient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2002
    Inventor: Lucas Pai
  • Publication number: 20020175249
    Abstract: A SELF-SUPPORTING TABLE, FLOOR STAND AS WELL AS A CLAMP-ON STAND WHICH INCLUDES A SUPPORT BASE (10) WITH A CENTERED THREADED HOLE (12) FOR THE FLOOR AND TABLE MODEL. A SUPPORT BASE (42) WITH A CENTERED THREADED HOLE WITH THREADS FOR THE CLAMP ON MODEL. THE CLAMP ON SUPPORT BASE (42) HAS AN ADJUSTABLE KNOB FOR TIGHTENING. A BOTTOM EXTENSION POLE (14) HAS OUTWARD EXTENSIONS WITH THREADS (18), AND AN INWARD HOLE ON THE TOP (16). THE BOTTOM EXTENSION POLE (14) IS TWISTED INTO THE BOTTOME BASE (10). THE VERSATILE MIDDLE BOTTOM EXTENSION POLE (20), HAS OUTWARD EXTENSION WITH THREADS (22), (24) ON EACH END. THE VERSATILE MIDDLE EXTENSION POLE (20) TWIST INTO THE BASE OF THE TABLE MODEL AND THE CLAMP ON MODEL. THE VERSATILE MIDDLE EXTENSION POLE (20) TWIST INTO THE BOTTOM EXTENSION POLE (14) ON THE FLOOR MODEL. THE TOP EXTENSION POLE (26) HAS AN INWARD HOLE WITH THREADS (28) ON THE BOTTOM, A SOLID SLANTED TOP FINISH ON THE TOP, AND A FATTIE REST STAY AREA (32) NEAR THE BOTTOM.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2001
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Inventor: Brenda Lee Wells
  • Publication number: 20020166929
    Abstract: A stand to support an object has a bottom frame and two side frames. The side frames are each pivotally attached to opposite ends of the bottom frame with a pair of pivot pins. The pairs of pivot pins are located at different heights. A clasp is mounted on each side frame to detachably engage the bottom frame. When the clasps are released from the bottom frame, the side frames can be pivoted relative to the bottom frame. The stand is foldable. Because the side frames are respectively pivotally attached to the bottom frame by pairs of pivot pins at different heights, one of the side frames can overlap the other side frame. The size of the stand is reduced. Transporting and storing the stand become more convenient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2001
    Publication date: November 14, 2002
    Inventor: Lucas Pai
  • Patent number: 6457684
    Abstract: A support stand is provided for the presentation of banners in a free standing and substantially vertical orientation, wherein the stand comprises a base portion of preferably two spaced apart elongate support members joined by a connecting member which maintains the support members in a spaced apart relationship, each support member having means for accepting the end of a flexible support rod, each accepting means being spaced from one end of the respective support member, means for attaching an elongate banner to one end of each support member so that it extends substantially vertically therefrom, said banner being held in said vertical orientation by two flexible rods, one end of each rod engaging said accepting means, the other end of each rod being attached to a top edge of the banner, so that the rods are curved and in tension. The flexible support rods arc preferably composed of two or three interconnecting rods, and the connecting member is optionally fitted with suction cups.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2002
    Inventor: Anthony James McKendry
  • Publication number: 20020130227
    Abstract: The holder in particular for an electronical device, such as a mobile phone, a remote control, a palmtop or similar or an exhibition object, comprises a plate element (12) having an upper side, a lower side and a recess (36) formed in said plate element (12), said recess (36) being defined by a recess edge (38). Further, at least one stand flap (30) protruding from a first section (40) of the recess edge (38) and hingedly connected with said recess edge (38) is provided for supporting the plate element (12) on a surface. For gripping under an electronical device to be placed on the plate element (12) there is provided at least one undergripping flap (32) protruding from a second section (42) of the recess edge (38), said second section (42) being essentially located opposite the first section (40), and hingedly connected with the recess edge (38).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2002
    Publication date: September 19, 2002
    Inventor: Anke Kolb
  • Publication number: 20020130211
    Abstract: A holding device such as a paper napkin or paper towel holder for manual dispensing paper sheets while restraining a stack of napkins or a roll of towels rotating about a vertical axis and for restraining the roll from moving or unwinding when at rest. The restraint arm has a proximal end pivotally mounted to the base and a distal end engaging the outer layer of the stack or roll. Preferably, the distal end of the arm engages a middle portion of the outer layer of the roll and includes a curved contact pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2001
    Publication date: September 19, 2002
    Applicant: Browne & Co.Ltd.
    Inventor: Helen E.G. Kerr
  • Publication number: 20020121579
    Abstract: A stand having a carrier (2) and a load-equalizing unit (18), in the case of which stand there is provided, between the load-equalizing unit (18) and the support arm (2), a counterbalancing transmission (106) at which, independently of the position of the load, it is possible by means of changing the position of a connecting arm (5) for a constant force (FA) output by the load-equalizing unit (18) to be changed in position for balancing purposes when there are changes in weight at the load (G).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2001
    Publication date: September 5, 2002
    Applicant: Leica Microsystems AG
    Inventor: Andrzej Metelski
  • Publication number: 20020109051
    Abstract: The computer keyboard stand is a set of lightweight simple device attachable to the back ridge of the keyboard. The keyboard stand can hold the keyboard in an upright position when it is not in use. This invention provides another posture of the keyboard when it is not in use. By having the keyboard take this posture, the keyboard occupies less area on the desk. Also, the back of the keyboard can be used as a miniature billboard. The upright posture can also be used as a sign to indicating that the computer user is not in his/her office at the moment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2001
    Publication date: August 15, 2002
    Inventors: Hiroaki Kitagawa, Chiyoko Kitagawa
  • Patent number: 6409128
    Abstract: A painting stand for vehicle parts includes a base frame supported by a plurality of casters together with a vertically supported post. A post extension is telescopically supported within the vertical post and is adjustable in its elevation. The upper end of the post extension is coupled to a pivotal support which in turn supports an arm and an elongated handle. The arm is joined to a pair of spaced apart generally parallel cross members. A pair of angularly disposed wings having curved lower ends are joined to the cross members and support respective elongated attachment bars extending between the curved lower ends and the uppermost cross member. Each attachment bar defines a plurality of apertures which facilitate securing various automotive or other vehicle body parts and components to the support rack formed by the cross members and angled wings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Inventor: Donald T. Deshler
  • Publication number: 20020074463
    Abstract: A medical stand apparatus supports light-weight medical equipment and is installable directly on a patient bed or in a small space adjacent to a patient bed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2001
    Publication date: June 20, 2002
    Inventor: Katsushige Nakamura