Plural Leg Patents (Class 248/163.1)
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Publication number: 20140338132Abstract: A multi tool with a handle arranged along a longitudinally aligned axis. The handle has a first end and a second end and a housing for containing a first tool. The multi tool also has a prop which interoperates with the first handle and provides stability against overturning of the multi tool when supporting a device. The multi tool also has a mount which is interoperable with either the handle or the prop. The mount will maintain a device in an upright position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Applicant: GEYSER VENTURES LLCInventors: Toren Orzeck, Matthew Jellett
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Patent number: 8882063Abstract: A snowmobile maintenance device including a pair of stands to secure the rear and middle portion of a snowmobile allowing a snowmobile to be tipped onto its edge for repair. The device includes a first stand and second stand. The first stand securely attaches to the snowmobile bumper and extends a length perpendicular to the length of the snowmobile. A second stand is attached to the steering post of the snowmobile parallel to and oriented to the first stand. The stands are adjustable in length and include a base allowing the snowmobile to be easily tipped onto its side and supported by the stands and its existing skis.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2013Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Inventor: Brady Dyrdahl
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Patent number: 8863430Abstract: A bipod kit for a firearm has a bipod leg mounting body and a firearm structural component. The bipod leg mounting body has a substantially round central passage defining an interior side surface thereof and has two leg mounting structures on an exterior side surface thereof generally opposite the interior side surface. The firearm structural component can be mounted on the firearm at an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) mounting structure thereof. The firearm structural component includes a bipod mounting portion integral therewith. The bipod mounting portion is cylindrical and is rotatably mounted within the central passage of the bipod leg mounting body. The bipod mounting portion is configured such that a barrel of the firearm extends through a central passage thereof when the firearm structural component is mounted on the firearm at the OEM mounting structure thereof.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2013Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Inventor: Dale Avery Poling
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Patent number: 8860577Abstract: The motion-activated hunting light includes a telescoping tripod that includes a plurality of motion sensors that are directed around the tripod in order to form 360 degrees of surveillance. The motion-activated hunting light includes a red light that is illuminated once at least one of the motion sensors is activated. The red light may illuminate for a pre-determined amount of time, and provides a warning to persons in the immediate vicinity of the hunting light. After a pre-determined amount of time of illumination of the red light, at least one spotlight shall illuminate in order to alert a hunter to the presence of a wild game. An optional speaker may work in conjunction with the spotlight to provide an audible alarm or to broadcast sounds that lure in a predatory animal and work as an audible luring means.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2011Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Inventors: Charles F. Chumas, Charles J. Chumas
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Publication number: 20140291472Abstract: A system for mounting decorative objects, such as Christmas trees, is disclosed. The system can include a base and a plurality of inserts. The base can comprise a plurality of feet that have a retracted position for ready storage and a deployed position for supporting a tree. The base can further comprise a locking mechanism for locking the feet in the retracted position, the deployed position, or both. The base can further comprise an adapter for receiving one or more inserts. The inserts can comprise a consistent outer diameter, for insertion into the adapter, and a variety of inner diameters for use with a variety of tree diameters. The insert can be installed on the trunk of a tree and then installed into the adapter on the base simplifying the tree erection process.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: October 2, 2014Applicant: Polygroup Macau Limited (BVI)Inventor: Chi Yin Alan Leung
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Publication number: 20140263883Abstract: A tool holder. The tool holder is mounted to a platform (9) and comprises a plurality of legs (1) extending from respective positions on the platform (9) for connecting the platform (9) to respective positions on the workpiece. Each leg (1) has a first joint system (8a) at its platform end allowing each leg (1) to pivot relative to the platform (9). Each first joint system (8a) has an actuator arrangement (34) having a first operating mode in which the actuator arrangement (34) is configured to apply a load to move the respective leg (1), and a second operating mode in which the actuator arrangement (34) is configured to allow free movement of the respective leg (1).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventors: Adam George Antrum RUSHWORTH, Dragos Aurelian AXINTE, John Marcus ALLEN, James KELL, Mark Hugh RAFFLES
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Publication number: 20140252183Abstract: A hoop support device (202) supports a hoop assembly (100). The hoop assembly comprises a structural hoop (102) and a plurality of wires. The hoop support device comprises a pedestal (206) having a mounting feature (224, 226) for mounting the hoop and a cover (208 pivotally mounted or mountable to the pedestal for rotation about a pivot axis (510). The cover has at least a lateral portion (250, 252) and a peripheral portion (254) for enclosing at least one said wire in an installed/closed condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2013Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: United Technologies CorporationInventors: Eli C. Warren, Erik W. Hatton
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Assembling arrangement for securing a tubular furniture leg to the top plate of a piece of furniture
Patent number: 8827220Abstract: An assembling arrangement serves for securing a tubular furniture leg to the top plate of a piece of furniture. The assembling arrangement comprises a through opening formed in the top plate, a top mounting, which spans the through opening on the top side of the top plate, a bottom mounting, which spans the through opening on the bottom side of the top plate and is attached to the leg, a first bore formed through the top mounting and a second bore formed through the bottom mounting in line with the first bore, a screw having a shaft extending downwards in the leg via the first bore, the through opening and the second bore, a nut for the screw shaft placed in the leg, and an anchoring mechanism for firmly anchoring the nut in the leg in the secured state of the leg. The assembling arrangement is inexpensive and strong and can advantageously be used for mounting legs upon cantilever tables and chairs.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2008Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Midform A/SInventors: Steen Mandsfelt Eriksen, Gunilla Mandsfelt Eriksen -
Patent number: 8827232Abstract: The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2011Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Quick-Sling, LLCInventor: William J. Crowley
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Publication number: 20140238747Abstract: An auger stand is provided for a utility truck with a boom, motor and auger to install telephone poles. The stand securely holds the nine foot, 350 pound auger in an upright position to facilitate its detachment from and reattachment to a drive shaft of the motor. Without laying the auger down, the truck boom and motor are then used to install pole anchors or perform other tasks. The auger stand has a base with several radially extending legs that form a stabile platform that rests on the ground. A collar is secured near the top of the auger shaft. Several ratchet straps join the outer ends of the legs to the auger collar to form a stable pyramid structure that holds the auger upright. The legs folds up to facilitate transport and storage.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2013Publication date: August 28, 2014Inventor: Paul J. Fabian
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Publication number: 20140231601Abstract: A tripod includes a platform, a connecting element, a leg element, and an operation element. The platform includes a bottom surface, and a first bevel gear extending downward from the bottom surface. The connecting element includes an upper end, a lower end opposite to the upper end, and a side surface connected between the upper end and the lower end. The connecting element is connected to a center of the platform, and defines a spherical cavity on the side surface. The leg element is connected to the lower end of the connecting element. The operation element includes a spherical body, a second bevel gear, and an adjustable leg. The spherical body and the adjustable leg respectively connected to two opposite ends of the second bevel gear. The spherical body is rotatably received in the spherical cavity, and the second bevel gear engages with the first bevel gear.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2013Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: CHENG-SHIUN WU
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Patent number: 8807337Abstract: According to the invention, a golf bag is disclosed. The golf bag may include a frame and a removable cover. The frame may include a top member at a top most portion of the frame, and a bottom member at a bottom most portion of the frame. The removable cover may include a central portion, a first coupling member, and a second coupling member. The first coupling member may be coupled with at least a portion of a top of the central portion. The second coupling member may be coupled with at least a portion of a bottom of the central portion. The first coupling member may be reversibly coupled with a top most portion of the top member. The second coupling member may be reversibly coupled with a bottom most portion of the bottom member.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2012Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: BarSix, LLCInventor: David H. Barcik
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Patent number: 8807493Abstract: A stackable wheeled bucket stand and method is disclosed. The bucket stand includes an elliptical support ring configured to support a bucket, a plurality of leg assemblies, each leg assembly connected to the support ring, and a plurality of wheels, each wheel connected to a leg.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2011Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Inventor: David Kamon, II
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Publication number: 20140224948Abstract: A stand 10 for a guitar 100 comprises a support member 18, ground engaging means 16 depending from the support member 18, engagement means 22 for engaging with a strap button 102 of a guitar 100 to be supported, and resilient support means 14 provided on either side of the engagement means 22.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2014Publication date: August 14, 2014Inventor: Charles McEwan
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Publication number: 20140175236Abstract: A frame assembly structure includes two lateral panels, a corner post, and a positioning element. The positioning element has an elongate body portion. A. shoulder portion extends from each of two ends of the body portion. An included angle is formed between the shoulder portion and the body portion. The shoulder portion has two hanger holes each having a round hole expanding to form a recess. The body portion has two through holes centrally. Hanger nails are disposed at each lateral panel, and correspond in position to the hanger holes. Heads of the hanger nails penetrate the round holes such that the recesses receive bodies of the hanger nails engageably, allowing two adjacent lateral panels to be connected at right angle. The corner post is engaged with the two adjacent lateral panels and engaged with the positioning element by passing fastening elements through the through holes.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2012Publication date: June 26, 2014Inventor: Minh Trong Thi NGUYEN
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Publication number: 20140175235Abstract: Devices and methods described herein relate to support stands for supporting electronic devices having a display. The support stand is a modular support stand. The support stand has at least one supporting surface with a releasable interlockable mechanism configured to interlock with other support stand components comprising a releasably interlockable mechanism. The support stand can be configured to connect two supporting surface modules to expand the usable area of the supporting surface, and can also accept module connectors in order to connect other attachments to the supporting surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2013Publication date: June 26, 2014Applicant: zoomStand, LLCInventors: Christopher BUNCH, Christopher PIPER
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Patent number: 8757819Abstract: Interactive systems can include various components that are packaged together and easily assemblable. An interactive system can comprise a mount, a display device, a projector, an input device, and a processing device. The display device, the projector, the input device, and the processing device can together provide an electronic display system, while the mount can carry these other various components and assist in connecting them to one another. The mount and the other components of the interactive system can be conveniently packaged and sold as group for convenient installation by one or two persons.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2011Date of Patent: June 24, 2014Assignee: Steelcase Inc.Inventors: Douglas MacDonald, John Helton, Dale Miller, Michael Boyle, Peter W. Hildebrandt, Johnny Fuglsang Jessen, Edgar B. Montague, JeanLuc Camarda, Heinrik Soerensen Prang
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Patent number: 8747418Abstract: A trajectory guide for providing access to a target site of a living subject along a desired path comprises a baseplate including a clamp lock, a guide member at least partially contained within the baseplate and having a channel therein, a plurality of adjustable legs each including a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled to the baseplate, and a leg lock coupled to each adjustable leg and moveable between an unlocked position and a locked position in order to set a desired length of the adjustable leg, wherein the adjustable legs and the guide member are structured to be adjusted to provide an infinite number of trajectories in three-dimensional space extending through the channel in the guide member toward a target.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2009Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: Monteris Medical CorporationInventors: Salman Qureshi, Mark Grant, Genius Dacpano
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Patent number: 8740160Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 14, 2011Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Daymen US, Inc.Inventor: Joeben Bevirt
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Patent number: 8726439Abstract: A multi tool with a handle arranged along a longitudinally aligned axis. The handle has a first end and a second end and a housing for containing a first tool. The multi tool also has a prop which interoperates with the first handle and provides stability against overturning of the multi tool when supporting a device. The multi tool also has a mount which is interoperable with either the handle or the prop. The mount will maintain a device in an upright position.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2010Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: Geyser Ventures LLCInventors: Toren Orzeck, Matthew Jellett
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Patent number: 8720837Abstract: A support frame for supporting an electronic device includes a fixing base for grasping the electronic device, two support assemblies, an angle adjusting mechanism connecting the fixing base to the support assemblies, and an adjusting plate. The angle adjusting mechanism includes a connecting member, a mating member, and an adjusting assembly. The connecting member is connected to the support assembly. The adjusting assembly includes an adjusting shaft and an adjusting cap engaged with the adjusting shaft. The connecting member and the mating member are sleeved on the adjusting shaft. The adjusting plate is sleeved on the adjusting shaft, and positioned between the connecting member and the mating member.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2012Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Wu-Qi Li, Wu-Zhu Hu, Tang Li
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Publication number: 20140124631Abstract: A stand for supporting a computing device at an elevated position is provided. The stand may support a laptop computer at a height such that a screen of the laptop computer is at or near eye-level of a user. The stand may include support arms and cross-members attached to the support arms to provide an offset to the support arms. Mounting points may be attached to ends of the support arms. The mounting points may be engageable with a base of the screen of the laptop computer such that a chassis of the laptop computer is suspended from the base of the screen.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2013Publication date: May 8, 2014Inventor: James D. Olander
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Publication number: 20140118213Abstract: A satellite antenna adapter comprising a bottom plate comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, a reflector mounting plate coupled to the bottom plate. The bottom surface of the bottom plate is constructed to removably couple to a tripod. The top surface of the bottom plate is constructed to removably couple to a satellite antenna feed. The reflector mounting plate is constructed to removably couple to a satellite reflector and is substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the bottom plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: May 1, 2014Inventors: Edward Mitchell Blalock, Gary M. Miller
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Publication number: 20140075980Abstract: An A/C system can be provided. The A/C system can include an A/C unit and an equipment stand supporting the A/C unit. The equipment stand can include a plurality of legs. Each leg can include a hollow tube defining an interior hollow space bounded by an interior surface of the hollow tube and a longitudinal internal support means for strengthening the hollow tube integrally formed in the interior surface of the hollow tube. Further, an equipment elevation system can be provided that includes at least one piece of equipment and an equipment stand supporting the at least one piece of equipment.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: Miami Tech, Inc.Inventor: Alexander Patrick Villar
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Patent number: 8672278Abstract: A multiuse platform and system having a flexible shape-retaining shaft for engaging, holding and pointing devices (e.g., imaging devices like cameras or video recorders). It includes a respositionable mounting system having a flexible assembly having a first end and a second end, the assembly adapted to be repetitively positioned into a plurality of orientations by moving the assembly into a first particular orientation wherein the assembly retains the particular orientation until the assembly is moved into a second particular orientation; and a first mounting head, coupled to the first end, for engaging a first mating structure.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2012Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: Grifiti LLCInventors: Philip G. Wessells, Andrew Lee Choy, Michael E. Woods
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Patent number: 8651438Abstract: A collapsible device has a main body surrounded by a collar whose position is adjustable along the longitudinal axis of the main body. Pivotally connected or hinged legs are attached to the collar and to the main body with struts. When the collar is on one position, the legs deploy outward from the main body to the extent permitted by the struts, thereby allowing the legs to support the collapsible device upright. An operational unit is attached to a member that telescopes from the main body. When the collar is another position, the legs are drawn in toward the main body to form a cylindrical shape for facilitating transportation. The operational unit can be positioned so that when the telescoping member is retracted into the main body, the collar surrounds the exterior of the operational unit, thus protecting the operational unit for transport.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2012Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Pelican Prodcuts, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Deighton, Darren Judd
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Publication number: 20140034791Abstract: A device to protect surfaces from heat created by personal appliances comprises a plate, a plurality of feet connected to the plate comprising a heat transfer retardant material, and a powder covering the plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2013Publication date: February 6, 2014Inventor: Jeanne Paschen Cooper
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Patent number: 8627927Abstract: A device (10), such as a ladder, scaffold, piece of furniture or a support for any other appliance has at least two legs (12;14), each of which has a slidable leg part (30;32) slidably positioned with respect to another part (18;20) of the device to form a leg having an adjustable length. A locking structure (34;36) is arranged to prevent movement of each of the slidable leg parts (30;32) with respect to said other part (18;20) of the device in a locked state of the locking structure (34;36), and to allow movement of each of the slidable leg parts (30;32) with respect to said other part (18;20) of the device in an unlocked state of the locking structure (34;36). A flexible member (38) interconnects the slidable leg parts (30;32) and is arranged such that it pulls the locking structure (34;36) into the unlocked position when strained under the action of gravity acting on at least one of the slidable leg parts (30;32).Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2010Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: EYE2Z APSInventor: Henrik Seibaek
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Patent number: 8602375Abstract: A portable and foldable support bracket for supporting and holding a portable electronic device includes a first support member, a pivot mechanism, a second support member and a support arm. The second support member is rotatably and adjustably assembled with the first support member via the pivot mechanism, and is positioned coplanar with the first support member. The support arm is rotatably and adjustably assembled to the pivot mechanism and foldable upon the first and second support members.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2011Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ben-Xiang Zhao, Wu-Zhu Hu, Wu-Qi Li, Tang Li
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Patent number: 8596597Abstract: There is disclosed a paint roller support device attachable or integrally mounted to a roller frame handle or extension handle. The support device comprises a pair of legs that are pivotable with respect to each other, thereby defining open and closed positions, and further pivotable away from the roller frame handle or extension handle. When the legs are in the open position and oriented away from the long axis of the roller frame/extension handle, the support device provides a generally planar support surface by which the roller frame/extension handle can be placed on the floor, on a table or against a wall such that a nap of a roller cover is spaced apart from the resting surface.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2011Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Inventor: Simone Spicer
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Publication number: 20130306808Abstract: A supporting frame comprises four transversal supporting tubes, each of the transversal supporting tubes having two hollow ends; each two adjacent inner faces of each transversal supporting tube being formed with a screw hole; four longitudinal supporting tubes, each upper end of the longitudinal supporting tubes being a hollow end; moreover, each two adjacent inner faces of each longitudinal supporting tube being formed with respective screw holes; and a plurality of three-way internal connecting units; each three-way internal connecting unit having three inserting ends; each inserting end of the three-way internal connecting unit can be inserted into the hollow ends of the transversal supporting tube and the longitudinal supporting tube; thus by the longitudinal supporting tubes, the four transversal supporting tubes can be assembled as a rectangular upper frame and the four longitudinal supporting tubes being assembled as legs of the upper frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2012Publication date: November 21, 2013Inventor: TSUNG-CHIEH HUANG
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Publication number: 20130306563Abstract: Herein is reported the use of a chromatography column support comprising at least one plane of symmetry, one axis of symmetry, at least three legs, at least three straight connectors, whereby the connectors define a plane that is perpendicular to the axis of symmetry of the support, whereby the connectors are connected to each other at the axis of symmetry, whereby each leg is connected to a connector, whereby each leg is perpendicular to the plane defined by the connectors, whereby all legs are on the same side of the plane defined by the connectors for stabilizing the packing of a chromatography column.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: HOFFMAN-LA ROCHE INC.Inventor: Andreas Blaschyk
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Patent number: 8584995Abstract: A compact and portable, multi-function camera support device. The modular and variable plurality of components provide alteration of the device's configuration, build size and structural attachment to respond to locations physicality and user requirements. A self-supporting device that can be orientated and attached in various positions upon any structure, vehicle or terrain. Inter-changeable linear frame members and complementary hub profile engagement plate inserts provide the structure and engagement of mounting collar combinations that can linearly re-position and circumferentially rotate. Collars and detachable articulating limbs are employed singularly or paired to connect; equipment mounting plates, limb sets, attachments or wheel sets. Enabling transformation from a single axis vertical bracket to a vehicle mount, scaffold mount, wheeled dolly mount, or rail track support for camera movement.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Sean Anthony Joseph RussellInventor: Sean Anthony Joseph Russell
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Patent number: 8567731Abstract: An attaching means composed of a hole or a groove is formed in the leg of a tripod or another member attached to the legs. A support member inserted in the attaching means is so disposed as to extend in a direction from the attaching means to the ground, toward which direction the tripod is liable to overturn. Therefore, overturning of the tripod can be reliably prevented by a simple operation.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2009Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignees: Kansai Kouji Sokuryou Co., Ltd., Nishio Rent All Co., Ltd.Inventor: Kazuhide Nakaniwa
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Patent number: 8544214Abstract: A wind turbine tower assembly includes a tubular section having a first longitudinal axis and a base section assembly including a plurality of legs. The base section assembly is configured to be assembled into a base section having the legs coupled together at an interface such that the base section has a second longitudinal axis and such that the legs are obliquely oriented relative to the second longitudinal axis at the interface, wherein the base section is configured to support the tubular section on the legs and in substantially coaxial alignment with the base section.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2010Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Bharat Sampathkumaran Bagepalli, Roman Kolar
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Publication number: 20130240689Abstract: A molded plastic table has a removable advertising piece made of plastic, cardboard, label material, magnetic material, or the like, that can be used for couponing, collecting, or as a refrigerator magnet for future advertising. The table can act as a device to support a carton top while providing for an advertising vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Inventor: Mark McCormack
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Patent number: 8534619Abstract: A support stand includes a first support assembly, a second support assembly, a first connecting assembly connecting one end of the first support assembly and the second support assembly. A second connecting assembly connects the other ends of the first support assembly and the second support assembly. The first support assembly includes two first support mechanisms, each first support mechanism includes a main body, and a first support rod hinged on the main body in a first direction. When the first support rods rotate around the first direction to a back side of the support stand, the first connecting assembly and the second connecting assembly are tilted by the first support rods and the second support assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2011Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Cong Huang, Wen-Rong Chen, Hui Li, Bin Du
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Patent number: 8534620Abstract: A spreader device and a modular stand system including the spreader device are disclosed. The spreader device is configured to detachably couple with and support a stand unit, and to function independently as a stand when detached from the stand unit. Each arm of the spreader device may detachably and rotatably couple with a leg of the stand unit. The modular stand system may also include a monopod where both the spreader device and the stand unit are configured to engage the monopod. The functionality an configurability of each component in the modular stand system may permit increased system flexibility using a small number of components.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2008Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignee: Camera Dynamics GmbHInventors: Robert Zierer, Jolyon Torbitt, Philip Christopher Dalgoutte
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Publication number: 20130206936Abstract: A support system for a solar panel comprises a plurality of legs configured to receive multiple solar panels. The legs each comprise a base, a plurality of shafts, and a support precipice. The support precipice is divided into two sides by a t-bar. The first side comprises a guiding wing to effectuate modular assembly of the support system. The second side comprises a beveled edge to effectuate secure coupling of a solar panel. The system is able to be assembled and disassembled without the use of tools or implements. The system is also movable.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2013Publication date: August 15, 2013Inventors: Benyamin Buller, Chris Gronet, J. Kelly Truman, Thomas Brezoczky
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Patent number: 8505867Abstract: A mount for mobile electronic devices such as a satellite dish antenna system. The mount includes a tripod and an elongated post member supported on it by a universal joint or pivot mechanism. The post member extends along a longitudinal axis and the pivot mechanism allows the post member to be moved about two, substantially perpendicular pivotal axes relative to the tripod to align the longitudinal axis of the post member with the vertical. Once the axis of the post member is aligned vertically, the alignment system of the attachable satellite dish will then have a proper reference from which to aim or direct the dish (e.g., azimuth and elevation) for best reception and transmission. The mount includes an arrangement of cables extending between the tripod legs and adjustable straps extending between each tripod leg and the post member to provide a very strong and stable support for the satellite dish antenna system that is attachable to the upper end of the vertically aligned post member.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Winegard CompanyInventor: Timothy John Conrad
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Publication number: 20130193909Abstract: A device for holding portable electronics is disclosed. In one embodiment, the device comprises a base having a first end, and a second end, the first end positioned on one side of the base, and the second end positioned on a side of the base substantially opposite to the first end. The base has a plurality of apertures extending from the first end, through the base, to the second end; and at least one groove configured to receive an edge of the display. The device has a plurality of flexible legs configured to pass through an aperture in the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2013Publication date: August 1, 2013Inventor: Conrad Scott Blevins
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Publication number: 20130193284Abstract: A stand structure includes a vertically aligned central pillar that is not connected to a subsurface and an upper bearing surface for a construction. At least three foot elements are disposed around the central pillar and configured to be connected to the subsurface. Each of the foot elements is connected to at least one upper radial strut and at least one lower radial strut. Each of the struts has a central longitudinal axis, an upper attachment to the central pillar and a lower attachment to a respective one of the foot elements. The central longitudinal axes of each of the upper radial struts has a convexly curved profile beginning at a respective one of the upper attachments. At least one tensile element is disposed so as to compensate buckling forces for each of the upper radial struts.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2011Publication date: August 1, 2013Inventor: Christian Hamm-Dubischar
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Patent number: 8490931Abstract: A display apparatus including: a body having a display panel, and a chassis placed on a back of the display panel; and a stand having a plurality of support members that support the body by coupling to the body. At least one of the plurality of support members is different in strength from the other.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2009Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha ToshibaInventors: Mitsuyoshi Takao, Takayoshi Tomioka
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Patent number: 8454366Abstract: An actuated support frame for transmitting motion to a seat with respect to a ground as a function of motion signals associated with video output, comprises a frame. The frame is expandable/retractable along translational degrees of freedom. Support surfaces are provided on the frame. The support surfaces are displaceable with respect to one another by expansion/retraction of the frame so as to be sized to support a seat. Actuators are provided between the frame and the ground. The actuators receive signals and selectively displace the frame with respect to the ground in synchronization with a video output, whereby a seat supported on the frame is displaceable within the frame. A method for installing a seating system of a motion simulator system is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2005Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Assignee: D-Box Technologies Inc.Inventors: Gauthier Orban, Michel Bérubé, Philippe Roy
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Patent number: 8443540Abstract: A bipod kit for a firearm has a bipod leg mounting body and a firearm structural component. The bipod leg mounting body has a substantially round central passage defining an interior side surface thereof and has two leg mounting structures on an exterior side surface thereof generally opposite the interior side surface. The firearm structural component is mountable on the firearm at an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) mounting structure thereof. The firearm structural component includes a bipod mounting portion integral therewith. The bipod mounting portion is cylindrical and is rotatably mounted within the central passage of the bipod leg mounting body. The bipod mounting portion is configured such that a barrel of the firearm extends through a central passage thereof when the firearm structural component is mounted on the firearm at the OEM mounting structure thereof.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2011Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Inventor: Dale Avery Poling
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Patent number: 8419267Abstract: A one-piece stackable container restraining apparatus incorporates a flat surface and four legs. The restraining apparatus can be used on the crest of a roof or on other surfaces. The stackable feature is used to accommodate roofs of differing pitches and to create a more stable combination. In certain embodiments attachment holes are utilized for ease in transportation and movement. The attachment of the container to the flat surface allows one to lift a container along with the container restraining apparatus together by lifting only the container, for example by its handle. Additionally, the container restraining apparatus can be used on a flat surface to prevent overturning of the container during transportation, such as paint buckets transported in a truck or van. Mounting holes on each leg can be used to accommodate a variety of fixtures such as wheels or articulating pads.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2012Date of Patent: April 16, 2013Inventor: Edmund Waller Melvin
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Patent number: 8418982Abstract: A self supporting structure which may be used to support a platform such as a table top utilizes a plurality of elongated members and a ring. Each elongated member has one end resting on the floor on one point of a circumference, and the other end supporting the platform above the floor on a point substantially diametrically opposed. The elongated members cross each other proximate the center of the structure in a frictional and locking engagement maintained by the ring. That zone of convergence and the engagement of the elongated members between each other provide the only support for the structure which is self-supporting without extraneous means such as screw, glue or the like. The structure leave the floor below the edges and corners of the table top it supports free from interference with the legs of people seated at the table.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2009Date of Patent: April 16, 2013Inventor: Jean Rene Vatus
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Publication number: 20130075548Abstract: A support for a shed type dryer comprises a plurality of feet (1) arranged under a heater housing (2) of the dryer. The foot (1) is curved on the whole, and comprises a first part (11), a second part (12) and a third part (13) successively connected; wherein an end of the first part (11) is located at a bottom of the heater housing (2), and the first part (11) is connected with the heater housing (2); the second part (12) is arched; and an end of the third part (13) has a horizontal bottom surface (13a) to stand up on the ground. As compared with the prior art, the present foot can not only shorten the distance between the heater in the dryer and the ground, so as to lower the gravity centre of the dryer, so that the dryer can stand up more stably and is helpful to arrange a drying room with a relatively large size.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2011Publication date: March 28, 2013Inventor: Jiebo Hu
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Patent number: 8393482Abstract: An improved sports equipment frame includes frame having a main vertical member including an upper end and a lower end, and a plurality of extensions projecting laterally from the main vertical member; and a bowed hanger extending from the main vertical member for draping an article of clothing, the hanger elevationally located between the upper and lower ends of the vertical member. In a preferred embodiment, the sports equipment rack includes pant leg restrainers for suppressing movement of the legs of pants during spray washing, and a headgear support plate having a generally flat upper surface that is larger than the cross sectional area of the vertical member. The sports equipment rack is lightweight, compact and portable, and is suitable for storing, organizing, washing and drying various types of sporting equipment and clothing.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2010Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Inventor: Daniel L. Durham
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Patent number: 8382059Abstract: A protective holder for the iPhone®, iPad®, iPod Touch™, electronic books, electronic tablet computers and other portable devices having a frontal LCD, OLED, touch screen, or other display that employs a form-fitting backplate with corner frames for cradling the device while leaving the entire frontal aspect unobstructed is disclosed. The holder may include a series of contoured side grippers on each side of the backplate for clamping the device in place without obstructing the LCD screen (or access to it for cleaning or otherwise). The holder may include a fully-adjustable kickstand for upright hands-free viewing of the device at several landscape and portrait angles and the holder may also include a built-in moveable directional sound reflector and noise shield improves audio performance, and a detachable belt clip allows belt wearing. The holder has an extreme slimline folded profile to facilitate pocket insertion, minimize bulk and create an eye-catching aesthetic.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2010Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Zero Chroma, LLCInventors: Brian E. Le Gette, David Reeb