Abstract: An aircraft tray table may include a body with a defined interior cavity, a personal electronic device support, and a magnification lens. The personal electronic device support may be configured to hold a personal electronic device when the personal electronic device support is in a support deployed position. The magnification lens may be configured to fit within the interior cavity when the magnification lens is in a lens stowed position. The magnification lens may include a lens configured to magnify content displayed on the personal electronic device held by the personal electronic device support when the magnification lens is in a lens deployed position. The personal electronic device support may be parallel to the magnification lens when the personal electronic device is in the support deployed position and the magnification lens is in the lens deployed position.

Abstract: This present invention relates to a modifiable, removable rack insert for an interior section of a cooler or ice chest. The rack insert supports game meat, fish and other items above the base of the cooler, thereby allowing dirt, grass and other debris to keep separate from the items stored on the rack. Additionally, the rack insert surface facilitates proper drainage of liquid and other debris therefrom so that the items stored thereon are not in contact with the same for extended periods of time. The modified rack insert is adjustable in size and can accommodate different sized coolers as per the requirements of its user.

Abstract: A portable cutting apparatus is described. The portable cutting apparatus includes a cutting board having a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface includes sockets configured to receive legs of an elevation system. Each socket is threaded to include an alignment component and teeth. The alignment component biases rotation of the elevation system component during insertion into the socket to enable full insertion. The teeth are configured to mesh with corresponding teeth of the leg and mechanically secure the leg within the socket. The leg is threaded opposite an end configured for insertion into the socket to include a table foot, in a manner that enables individual height adjustment for each leg of the elevation system. The table foot is configured with a hollow cavity that permits articulation of a base of the table foot to adapt to various surfaces when the portable cutting apparatus is deployed.

Abstract: A portable cutting apparatus is described. The portable cutting apparatus includes a cutting board having a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface includes sockets configured to receive legs of an elevation system. Each socket is threaded to include an alignment component and teeth. The alignment component biases rotation of the elevation system component during insertion into the socket to enable full insertion. The teeth are configured to mesh with corresponding teeth of the leg and mechanically secure the leg within the socket. The leg is threaded opposite an end configured for insertion into the socket to include a table foot, in a manner that enables individual height adjustment for each leg of the elevation system. The table foot is configured with a hollow cavity that permits articulation of a base of the table foot to adapt to various surfaces when the portable cutting apparatus is deployed.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a surgical rigid arm (100, 150, 200, 900) includes a first portion (102, 152, 202, 902), a second portion (103, 153, 203, 903) and a central portion (105, 154, 205, 906), where the central portion is extends between the first and second portions. A first end of the first portion and a second end of the second portion are each attached to a peripheral side (14) of a surgical bed (10, 30) such that the first portion and the second portion extend from the surgical bed in a first direction. The central portion extends substantially horizontally and is positioned over the surgical bed, the central portion being connected to the surgical instrument such that a load from the surgical instrument is distributed across the central portion to the first portion and second portion to provide rigid support for the surgical instrument.

Abstract: A consolidated pit stand and caddy for storing and transporting remote-controlled hobby vehicles includes a pit stand and a caddy. The pit stand includes a base, a first pillar, a second pillar, an upper adjustable shelf, at least one lower adjustable shelf, an illuminating arm assembly, and a storage section. The first pillar and the second pillar are oppositely positioned of each other about the base. The first pillar and the second pillar are terminally connected onto the base. The upper adjustable shelf is removably mounted to the first pillar and the second pillar. The at least one lower adjustable shelf is removably mounted to the first pillar and the second pillar, below the upper adjustable shelf. The illuminating arm assembly is foldably connected to the upper adjustable shelf. The storage section is oppositely positioned of the first pillar and the second pillar and removably mounted to the base.

Abstract: A cable harness includes a support frame configured to support a plurality of cables coupled to an electronic device. The cable harness also includes a tapered frame comprising a first end and a second end. The second end is smaller than the first end and the first end is coupled to the support frame. The cable harness further includes an attachment portion coupled to the tapered frame at the second end. The attachment portion is configured to attach the cable harness to the electronic device.

Abstract: A size adjustable box is disclosed herein. The size adjustable box includes a plurality of box sections slidably adjustable relative to one another, the plurality of box sections configured to collectively define a box interior and an upper box rim; and a plurality of lid sections slidably adjustable relative to one another, the plurality of lid sections configured to be received on the upper box rim so as to generally enclose the box interior. The slidable adjustability of the plurality of box sections and the plurality of lid sections allows a user to adjust an overall size of the box.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an adhesion strength test jig includes a plurality of adjusting rods which are connected in an end-to-end manner so as to define an accommodating space for accommodating an adhered element. Each of the adjusting rods includes a rod body and a sliding block located at one end of the rod body, and the sliding block of each of the adjusting rods is capable of sliding along the rod body of another adjusting rod connected thereto, so as to adjust a size of the accommodating space.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing or installing a bearing unit at the downwind end of the bedplate in wind turbine uses a frame erected at the downwind end of the bedplate. The frame has cradle members located such that the bearing unit can be slid out of the bedplate and supported on the cradle members, or supported on the cradle members and pushed into the bedplate.

Abstract: Systems, method and apparatus for a fixturing platform having a frame assembly configured to couple to a support assembly with a plurality of surface plates configured to couple to the frame assembly in a number of configurations are described in this disclosure. The configurations include a continuous configuration with abutting surface plates forming a continuous working surface and a spaced configuration with spaced surface plates forming a spaced working surface, the spaced configuration have one or more working gaps between surface plates.

Abstract: A heavy duty hydraulic positioner has headstock and tailstock carriages to support large and heavy work pieces to be processed in a manufacturing operation, such as robotic welding. Each carriage is independently movable along a column, and has a hard stop associated with each pre-program workpiece position, thereby providing accurate repeatability. Repeatability is further enhanced by linear, noncontact absolute encoders for the elevation axes of the headstock and tailstock, and rotary, noncontact absolute encoders for the rotary axes of the headstock and tailstock.

Abstract: Assemblies and methods for adjustably mounting scanners in scale/scanner devices, and scale/scanner devices employing such assemblies.

Abstract: Provided is an apparatus for preparing wire rope having a stand; a first cross-member; a second cross-member; a first clamp arm; a second clamp arm; a first clamp; a second clamp; an adjustment wheel; an adjustment screw; and an adjustment gear; wherein the second cross-member is at least partially contained within the first cross-member; wherein the first clamp is disposed at the distal end of the first clamp arm, the second clamp is disposed at the distal end of the second clamp arm, and wherein the first and second clamp arm are spaced from each other; and wherein the distance between the first and second clamp arm is adjustable. Also provided is a method of use for the same.

Abstract: A device is provided for mounting an object to a base. The device includes a lattice having a first number of rails orientated along a first direction coupled to a second number of rails orientated along a second direction. The device includes a first region with mount holes configured to attach the object to the lattice. The device also includes a second region configured to attach to the base. The device also includes fasteners configured to rotatably couple the first number of rails to the second number of rails at intersections of the first number of rails and the second number of rails such that the device is foldable.

Abstract: A method for operating a printing device and an image generation kit are disclosed. The image generation kit is adapted to controllably eject individual drops of a gating agent, and is operating the image generation kit in synchronism with a principal substance application apparatus to deposit the drops of the gating agent on a substrate and to transfer a principal substance to the substrate. The drops of the gating agent on the substrate define image and non-image areas of the substrate, the image and non-image areas of the substrate are undefined until the drops of the gating agent are deposited thereon, and the substrate with the principal substance transferred to the image areas is an end product of the printing device.

Abstract: A conduit support bracket is provided. The support bracket has an elongated base that can be secured to a pair of adjacent joists having a space between the joists. The support bracket has a vertical support arm secured to the base at one end of the arm. The length of the support arm is adjustable. A support platform is secured to the opposite end of the support arm. The support platform can be rotated both horizontally and vertically to adjust the orientation of the support platform. As many support brackets as needed may be used at intervals to support a length of conduit in an elevated position above joists.

Abstract: An improved aircraft engine stand is disclosed, which comprises a cradle comprising a cradle frame having first and second frame load transfer openings, first and second arm assemblies secured to the cradle frame and having first and second arm load transfer openings, and first and second load transfer pins shaped to be received in the load transfer openings. The frame load transfer openings can be aligned with the arm load transfer openings such that when the each load transfer pin is inserted into both a frame load transfer opening and an arm load transfer opening, lateral and axial loads placed on the arm assembly are transferred to the cradle frame.

Abstract: An office work system comprises a first furniture unit having a first laterally-extending channel, and a second furniture unit having a second laterally-extending channel, the second channel being disposed substantially parallel to and at least substantially the same vertical height as the first channel, such that at least a portion of the first and second channels coextend. The office work system further comprises a work accessory and a connector assembly to connect the work accessory to the first and second furniture units along the coextending portions of the channels, the assembly including a pair of engagement members adapted to engage the first and second channels.

Abstract: A collapsible power-driven table stand includes a supporting body of an elongated shape, a first stand having a first driving member and a plurality of first extendable rods driven by the first driving member to move axially relative to each other and a second stand having a second driving member and a plurality of second extendable rods driven by the second driving member to move axially relative to each other. The first driving member is pivotally attached to one end of the supporting body and the second driving member is also pivotally attached to another end of the supporting body in order to allow both the first and second stands to extend/collapse relative to the supporting body. Accordingly, the assembly of the collapsible power-driven table is simplified and the overall size thereof is reduced.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to a system that may be coupled to and is compatible with various sizes and types of furniture including chairs and stools with individual legs, to help stabilize such furniture by outwardly expanding at least a portion of the footprint of the furniture to which the system is coupled, by separating the tipping axes of the furniture and the system coupled to the furniture, and/or by increasing the tip resistance of the chair by coupling it to the system.

Abstract: A support device includes a support element, a plurality of legs rotatably connected to the support element which can be rotated to be changed from an unfolded state and a folded state, and a main body sleeves the support element. When the legs are rotated to be in the unfolded state, the legs cooperate with the support element to support an electronic device, and when the legs are rotated to be in the folded state, the main body sleeves on the support element receiving the legs.

Abstract: What is disclosed is an improved Christmas tree stand employing a Velcro® hook and loop strap to lock in place the clamping means for the tree trunk.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for installing kitchens comprised of kitchen elements such as lower cupboards, upper cupboards, shelves, kitchen appliances, worktops, sinks, etc., in which a base element, which stands on the floor, is provided for mounting at least one lower kitchen element. A vertically upwardly extending retaining element is joined to the rear end of the base element and can serve to fasten at least one upper kitchen element. The use of the device, which is problem-free not only for professional installers, makes it possible to install kitchen appliances regardless of the location of wall connections for electricity, water, gas, etc. The frame-like design eliminates the need to make holes in the kitchen wall for fastening the upper cupboards.

Abstract: A spacer device for laser-optical measurement of hollow cylinders has at least two, preferably three arms which are coupled or interlaced with one another and which can be moved relative to one another. Each of the arms has a measurement roller on one end which is brought into contact with the inner surface of a hollow cylinder to be measured and which can be rolled thereon, if necessary. An instrument platform is attached to the spacer device so that a light emitter (e.g., laser) and/or receiver or reflector can be attached at the central position of the instrument platform. The device is used to determine the three-dimensional position of the hollow cylinder to be measured.

Abstract: A portable device includes a body including an L-shaped first member including a battery compartment, and a second member hingedly coupled to rear of the first member, the second member including a projection adapted to secure to an AV player, and a well for receiving a plug; a speaker assembly in the first member; a cable interconnected the speaker assembly and the plug, and a magnifying lens mounted on an opening of the first member and having an elevation substantially the same as a screen of the AV player. The plug is adapted to pull out of the well to electrically connect to the AV player. The magnifying lens is adapted to magnify images shown on the screen by 140% to 150% when a distance between the magnifying lens and the AV player is in the range of 40 mm to 50 mm with a TV-distortion less than 1%.

Abstract: A removable shelf assembly for vehicles (e.g., sport utility vehicles) to increase storage capacity in a generally flat rearwardly extending bed defined by a floor and pair of upwardly extending side walls, the shelf assembly comprising a frame composed of a plurality of U-shaped members, each member having a base and two spaced apart arms extending perpendicular to the base, a plurality of telescoping members associated with the arms, means for removably locking each arm of each the U-shaped member, whereby to adjustably fix the spaced apart bases; and, a first and second generally planar panel members positioned on the frame for receiving items to be transported thereon, the panel members associated with the frame to allow movement between the panel members. The frame preferably has a raised lip extending substantially around the frame so as to reduce movement of items placed on the frame. A downwardly depending leg which is able to pivot out of the way when needed provides additional load support.

Abstract: A first tubular member (11) of an extension device (1) includes a first tubular body portion (16) provided with protruding portions (17) which are so formed on the inner surface of the first tubular body portion (16) as to protrude therefrom and extend from one axial end to the other end of the first tubular body portion (16). A second tubular member (12) which is capable of moving back and forth along the inner surface of the first tubular member (11) includes a second tubular body portion (27). A rotation prevention portion (28) adapted to come into contact with the protruding portions (17) and thereby prevent rotation of the second tubular member (12) is formed on the outer surface of the second tubular body portion (27) so as to rise therefrom. The extent to which the protruding portions (17) protrudes is nearly the same as the thickness (i.e. the height) of the rotation prevention portion (28).

Abstract: A book shelf support for standing on a floor and unattachably abutting against a wall. The book shelf support includes a pair of uprights and a pair of criss-cross braces. The pair of uprights stand on the floor and unattachably abut against the wall. The pair of criss-cross braces attach the pair of uprights to each other. Each upright of the pair of uprights has a lowermost end that extends inwardly away from the wall and downwardly onto the floor, and as a result thereof, allows the support to stand on the floor and unattachably abut against the wall. Each brace of the pair of criss-cross braces includes two pieces that telescope relative to each other so as to allow for length adjustment and relative orientation of the pair of criss-cross braces.

Abstract: The elongated box frame structure of the present invention comprises a plurality of frame segments attached to at least one end piece. Preferably, two end pieces are attached, one at each end of the plurality of frame segments. The plurality of frame segments are attached to the end piece such that a column-like structure is formed. The inner space defined within the frame segments is substantially free of webbing. Instead, structural strength and stability is achieved by the attached end pieces. The end pieces of one elongated box frame structure are capable of removably connecting with the end piece of other similar elongated box frame structures to achieve varying framing heights and other dynamic configurations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stand for vertically receiving rod-shaped materials, comprising a base plate (1) that has two diametrically opposite clamping jaws (2) which are disposed on a substantially horizontal plane and are used for receiving a rod. At least one (2.2) of said jaws can be displaced radially in an outward direction counter to the force of a spring (5). Said displaceable clamping jaw (2.2) is pivotally connected to one end of a lever (6), whereby the opposite end thereof is guided and displaced in a substantially vertical manner and is located above the horizontal plane defined by the direction of movement of the clamping jaw (2.2).

Abstract: A portable display or corporate board has a collapsible presentation surface that is supported by length adjustable legs. The display board also includes an integral handle. The display board has a first panel that is attached to a second panel such that the first and second panels form an essentially contiguous and continuous presentation surface when the first and second panels are in an extended, presentation, or open position. In a closed position, the first and second panels abut one another. The presentation surface may be any writing surface such as dry-erase, chalk, or otherwise. The length adjustable legs may constitute a tripod of telescoping rods pivotally attached to one of the first and second panels.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method and accessory for splitting wood. The logs are loaded into a ring (2) to essentially fill it and, if desired, are compressed into a tightly packed bundle, splitting taking place using an impact-bar type device.

Abstract: A pet dish support apparatus for preventing insects and other undesirable things from getting into the food dish. The pet dish support apparatus includes a base having four telescopic member securely connected end-to-end, each telescopic member includes a cylinder, a shaft slidably disposed in the cylinder, and a locking member threaded through a wall of the cyclinder and being engageable to the shaft, and further includes four elongate support members being securely connected to the base and extending upwardly therefrom and being connect to a swing support member from which two swing members are suspended. At the bottom ends of the swing members are C-clamps which are used to hold onto a dish or bowl for the pet.

Abstract: A medical instrument fixation system for a sterilization tray having a bottom wall and an array of ventilation holes in the bottom wall, the holes being arranged in columns and rows with a selected spacing between the columns and rows includes a plurality of elongated rails. Each rail has a bottom surface, a top surface and a plurality of projections extending from the bottom surface and spaced apart along each rail a distance equal to, or an intregal multiple of, the selected spacing, the projections being sized to plug into the holes so that the rail extends along a column or row of holes. The system also includes a plurality of posts, each post having opposite ends and means for keying one end of each post to a different one of the rails so that so that each post can slide along the corresponding rail to a selected position thereon. A method of fixating the instruments in the tray using special retention devices is also disclosed.

Abstract: A baking and/or cooling rack having at least two shelves formed of wire. The shelves are connected by wire support legs such as at the outside corners of the shelves. The connection between each shelf and its attached support legs is provided by a spring pin. The spring pins form hinges which provide a friction force preventing free movement of the connected support legs with respect to the shelves, but which allows forced movement of the connected support legs with respect to the shelves, thereby allowing the rack to fold between an upright position and a knocked down position. A third shelf may be removably supported by the support legs between the first and second shelves.

Abstract: A portable sign stand has a tripod frame in which one leg carries a self-adjusting bracket that urges a rigid sign upward against a pair of buttons near the top of the frame. The two other legs of the tripod are linked to one another and to an upright extension member that is connected to the leg carrying the bracket. Another pair of buttons connected to a plate of the bracket support a bottom corner or edge of the sign for being moved upward and held in position. The bracket is forced upward into position by an elastic cord. Legs of the tripod are made of square aluminum tubing. The bracket also carries an upright receptacle into which a mast of a roll-up may be placed and supported without use of buttons. Provisions are made for carrying various types of signs in different positions, depending on wind conditions and other factors.

Abstract: A structure comprising a plurality of adjacent seats for a public passenger vehicle, in particular an airliner, the structure being convertible and of variable size along a sliding axis (100), and comprising:a fixed portion (2) comprising at least two transverse underframes (4) that are spaced apart from each other, fixed to the floor of the passenger cabin, and rigidly connected to one another by longitudinal underframe elements (5) having an axis that is generally parallel to the sliding axis;at least one moving portion (3) that is movable relative to the fixed portion between two extreme positions, namely a maximum-size first position and a minimum-size second position, the moving portion (3) including an end transverse seat side member (6) rigidly associated with longitudinal support elements (7), and intermediate transverse seat side members (8) parallel to the end transverse seat side member (6) and associated with the longitudinal support elements (6), and serving to mount seat backs and arms; andlocki

Abstract: A golf-bag cradle that consists of two rounded end brackets spaced several feet apart and conforming to the shape of a golf bag, so that the bag may be laid to rest between them. Each bracket is attached to a vertical support anchored to a common base with horizontal transverse extensions to provide stability in the trunk of a vehicle. The vertical supports may be vertically extendable to adjust the height of the brackets, and the base may be horizontally extendable to adjust the distance between the vertical supports, such that different-size bags may be accommodated. In another embodiment, the cradle comprises two sets of brackets stacked vertically to stow two golf bags. Finally, a side pocket may be provided with compartments for storing golf shoes, balls, and other articles of interest.

Abstract: A cradle support handler is disclosed herein interfacing between a conventional telescoping lifting device and an automotive component which includes a box-like construction or support having a central opening and outwardly extending arms terminating with support pads and location point registration or indexing pins. The arms are pivotal carried on the box-like support and the pads provide at least three or four point support of the automotive component. The extendable arms provide a wide area of applied load distribution and adaptors may be disposed on the box-like support for accommodating straps, hold-down devices and transmission plates.

Abstract: A vehicle support has two separate support members that can be connected by a center member of variable length. Each of the support members has casters for easy rolling, and a vertically adjustable beam for varying the height of the support. When two support members are connected by the center member, a stable vehicle support is formed. Cradles on the supports receive the axle or other part of a vehicle, and a chain can be passed over the axle and fixed to the support for fixing the vehicle to the vehicle support.

Abstract: A machine for applying frames to fabric in preparation for embroidering the fabric has a pair of table halves which are laterally adjustable in position to vary the spacing between them and to vary their positions relative to a frame holder. A neck piece at the front edge of each table half is also laterally adjustable relative to the table halves so as to more closely approximate the shape of a garment when it is slipped over the table. An apparatus for applying frames having an image projector and a two-bar linkage for advancing the upper frame half toward the lower frame half is also disclosed.

Abstract: A holder for a remote control device for controlling electronic equipment as television and video cassette recorders. The holder protects the device while permitting ready access to the control buttons. Full adjustability is provided to enable the holder to accommodate devices of different widths, lengths and thicknesses.

Abstract: A holder for accessories for electronic equipment, such as remote controls (RCs) (30) for televisions, VCRs, audio receivers, etc., and schedule or guidebooks (62) for such equipment comprises a cradle (56) of variable width and length for holding one or more RCs and an underlying holder (34) for the guidebook. The cradle comprises a plurality of L-shaped members (10U, 10L; 80U, 80L) whose long portions (12, 82) overlap to form the bottom of the cradle and are clampable together in a range of positions, e.g., by means of screws (18) or hook-and-loop (H&L) fasteners (22) or double-stick sided tape. The short portions (14, 84) of the L-shaped members stand upright in a spaced relation to form the sides of the cradle. Plural shorter L-shaped members can be used with a provision for adjustable spacing so that the length of the cradle can also be adjusted. The RC units are positioned on the floor of the cradle, side-by-side, and may be held thereto by means of H&L fasteners (24).

Abstract: A camp stove leveler having rail members forming a support surface and leg assemblies supporting and interconnecting the rail members in parallel spaced condition. Each leg assembly has at least two legs secured at opposite ends of a cross bar, each leg having an axially adjustable foot depending from its lower free end.

Abstract: Several remote control and signaling systems 10, 80 allow for the remote operational control of an apparatus 20, by a transmitter 14. These systems 10, 80 obviate the need for a line of sight relationship between transmitter 14 and control apparatus 20 and are further adapted to receive original control signal 15 and to thereafter generate a relatively high frequency signal 22, to facilitate this desired control. Moreover, a transmitter mounting assembly 90 is adapted to removably mount several dissimilar transmitters 98, 100, 102 and which allows for the remote control of a plurality of apparatuses 20 in an efficient manner.

Abstract: A tire display device having an arm assembly, a pivotable bracket assembly, and a plate assembly, the arm assembly comprising a wall bracket, an arm having one end secured to the wall bracket, and a free end pivotally supporting the pivotable bracket assembly for pivotable movement in a horizontal plane. The bracket assembly, in turn, supports a plate having peripheral flanges provided with slots for admitting respective slide arms having inner ends provided with threaded bores for aligning with respective radially extending slots in the plate so that a bolt can be passed through the slot into the threaded bore for adjustably securing the slide arm on the plate. The other end of the slide arm is provided with a pocket for engaging a bead on the tire. The slidable adjustability of the slide arms permit mounting of tires having different diameters. The plate is provided with a central opening for admitting a flanged bushing which is mountable on a shaft secured to a base of the pivotable bracket.

Abstract: An adjustable water heater stand including three substantially identical support members each fabricated from sheet metal. The support members each include a central sheet section, an outer leg for supporting the stand and an inner end portion extending at a 60.degree. angle from the sheet section. The support members are positioned with their inner end portions abutting the sheet section of an associated support member so that the sheet sections form an equilateral triangle. The triangle is contracted or expanded to adjust the stand to accomodate variously sized water heaters, and fasteners are used to secure the support members in the desired arrangement.

Abstract: A computer processor support or vertical stand is provided including a pair of opposed, coupled support members, each having a vertically extending end portion and a horizontally extending foot portion with an integral rack. A pawl member extends parallel to the foot portion and includes a hook. The pawl member is hingedly connected to the support member and includes an actuator which is actuatable to pivotally move the hook. A pair of the devices can be positioned in opposing relationship about a computer placed on edge so that the pair can be convergingly clamped onto the computer with the hook positively but releasably engaging the rack.

Abstract: A support bracket for securing medical equipment on or near a litter carried within a medical vehicle, which comprises an extensible tubular member having a threaded lock fitting along the length thereof for locking the extensible member at selected length, first and second tubular end members of preselected inner diametric size attached to the ends of the extensible member for receiving a pair of substantially parallel rod members, such as the handles of a litter, and a pair of set screws threaded into the tubular end members for releasably securing the rod members within the tubular end members.