Abstract: A mounting assembly comprises a mounting element for attachment to a surface, a cap engaged with the mounting element for angular movement relative thereto and having a slot therein through which extends an arm of a support member, there being at one end of the arm a ball which is received in a socket defined between the cap and the mounting element. A coupling nut is engagable with the mounting element so that in a first, tightened state, the nut locks the cap in its selected angular orientation relative to the mounting element, thereby retaining the arm in its selected position in the slot and the support member in its selected rotational position relative to the cap. In its second, unscrewed state, the nut allows adjustment of the cap, arm and support member correspondingly to adjust the orientation of an object mounted by the mounting assembly.

Abstract: A computer armrest includes an elbow supporter, a mouse pad and a connect arm. The elbow supporter and the mouse pad are movably connected with the connect arm so as to freely turn with the position of the elbow or the palm. The elbow supporter can be adjusted more than 90 degrees by means of the connect arm and also bent downward to be collapsed under a computer table not to lake any space on the table in case of not using.

Abstract: A system for mounting a display device from the underside of a body having a planar surface, comprises a mounting bracket coupled to the planar surface of the underside of a body and a tilt block rotatably coupled to the mounting bracket. The tilt block is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to the planar surface. A mounting arm is rotatably coupled the tilt block, and rotates about an axis substantially parallel to the planar surface. An adapter is movably and operatively connected to the mounting arm. The adapter is configured to accept a display device for mounting thereon.

Abstract: A support device includes an arm having a lower shaft pivotally secured to a base, and an upper axle pivotally secured to a bracket and a curved channel formed around the axle. A lever has a lower rod pivotally secured to the base and a curved groove formed around the rod for slidably receiving the shaft, and has an upper fastener pivotally secured to the bracket and slidably received in the curved channel of the arm. A stem is rotatably attached between the rod and the fastener. A locking device may lock the stem and the lever and the arm and the bracket together, to secure and support the bracket or various objects at selected position.

Abstract: A positionable platform for use with a conventional beverage holder, the universally positionable platform including a first cup-shaped portion sized to fit within a conventional beverage holder; and a second substantially rigid cup-shaped portion coupled to the first flexible cup-shaped portion and being structured with a mechanical mounting platform. According to different embodiments of the positionable platform, the first cup-shaped portion is formed of a flexible material and structured with one or more resiliently pliable members structured to interfere with an internal wall surface of the beverage holder. According to other embodiments of the positionable platform, the first and second cup-shaped portions are securely fit over opposing first and second ends of the conventional beverage container. According to yet other embodiments of the positionable platform, the first and second cup-shaped portions are combined in a single unit sized similarly to a standard twelve (12) ounce beverage container.

Abstract: A modular display system for display devices, especially flat screen monitors which is a hub and spoke design whereby multiple motors are mounted at the same hub height. The display system has means for locking the height of each display device using a cam and brake concept adjusted using a jackscrew. For quick change-out of display devices, a bayonet mount is used to attach the display device to the spokes.

Abstract: A device for tiltable mounting of a component, such as a display screen, on a wall, which device comprises a first part to be fixed to a wall, as well as a second part to which the component can be connected. Said parts are pivotally interconnected via a first pivot. The device furthermore comprises a spring which is pivotally connected to the second part with a first end via a second pivot and which is pivotally connected, via a third pivot, to the first part with a second end remote from said first end. The second part comprises a mounting surface which extends substantially parallel to a supporting surface extending through the first and second pivots.

Abstract: To provide a panhead in which operationality is excellent and an appropriate tilt fixing force can be obtained. A panhead comprises a pan rotation body which has a fixing notch portion and rotates in the left and right direction around a vertical axis. The panhead comprises a tilt rotation body which has a fixing notch portion and rotates in the up-and-down direction around a horizontal axis. The panhead comprises an attaching-object support body to which an attaching object can be attached and an operation body which is provided on the tilt rotation body so as to be capable of rotating operation. By a one-action rotating operation of the operation body, the tilt rotation body and the pan rotation body are respectively fixed. The front-end portion of the fixing notch portion of the pan rotation body is blocked by a blocking portion for deformation suppression.

Abstract: An articulated modular mounting arm for mounting electronic peripheral devices in a statically balanced adjustable position is disclosed. This mounting arm differs from the prior art in that several of its components are constructed from lengths of stock materials that are cut down to a user specified length within preset limits. This enables the manufacture to reduce inventory of the various components because one stock component may serve the need for several length arms. In addition, molds for each of the various lengths are not required, further lowering the production costs.

Abstract: A movable arm for a surgical tray that is connected to the surgical console, is adjustable for height and allows for full, unlimited 360° rotation of the tray. The arm mechanism includes a movable wedge plate containing a sloped or ramped depression that cooperates with one end of a motion transfer pin. Horizontal movement of the wedge plate causes vertical movement of the pin. The other end of the pin, opposite the wedge plate, actuates a release mechanism that allows the arm on which the tray is mounted to be raised and lowered via a pressurized gas cylinder. Such a construction allows the tray to be rotated a full 360° without affecting the arm release mechanism.

Abstract: A mounting device for a display device comprising a mounting bracket coupled to the underside of a body and a pivot bracket coupled to the mounting bracket. A pivot bracket is coupled to the mounting bracket at one end thereof. A tilt block is coupled to the pivot bracket and is rotatable about an axis substantially parallel to the body. A carriage bolt is coupled to the tilt block and is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to the body. A display system bracket is operatively connected to the carriage bolt. An interface bracket is connected to the display system bracket and is capable of engaging a display device.

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved support for an optical device. The support is preferably made from lightweight materials such as aluminum so that it can be carried by a user to a given area for use. In addition, the support is designed so that it can be folded into a,compact state for easy transport to a given area for use. The support is also designed so that it can be attached to objects that were not designed to receive a support for an optical device and still place the mount (which is attached to the optical device) in a position suitable for use.

Abstract: An extension arm suitable for mounting a flat-screen electronic peripheral device, such as a computer monitor or television, includes a forearm extension that has at one end a first coupling for attachment to a tilter, a platform or other means for supporting a flat-screen device and at the other end a second coupling with a slot formed therein. The extension arm also includes a pair of endcaps, each having a shaft. The shaft of the first endcap is pivotably rotatable in a support mount, such as a wall, desk or pole mount. The shaft of the second endcap is hollow and is pivotably rotatable in the second coupling of the forearm extension. The extension arm also comprises an upper channel and a lower channel. Each channel has at opposite ends integrally cast rollers which are pivotably attached to each of the endcaps. The lower channel has a cable channel formed therein. The upper and lower channels and the endcaps form an adjustable parallelogram.

Abstract: To provide a panhead in which operationality is excellent and an appropriate tilt fixing force can be obtained. A panhead comprises a pan rotation body which has a fixing notch portion and rotates in the left and right direction around a vertical axis. The panhead comprises a tilt rotation body which has a fixing notch portion and rotates in the up-and-down direction around a horizontal axis. The panhead comprises an attaching-object support body to which an attaching object can be attached and an operation body which is provided on the tilt rotation body so as to be capable of rotating operation. By a one-action rotating operation of the operation body, the tilt rotation body and the pan rotation body are respectively fixed. The front-end portion of the fixing notch portion of the pan rotation body is blocked by a blocking portion for deformation suppression.

Abstract: A panhead (11) has a rotational body (21), which can be adjustably rotated around a horizontal rotation center axis (X), and a camera mount (41) adapted to revolve, as an integral body with the rotational body (21), around the rotation center axis (X) of the rotational body (21). When the camera mount (41) is set at a first position by rotating the rotational body (21) in one direction, at least a part of the camera mount (41) is located higher than the upper end portion of the rotational body (21). When the camera mount (41) is set at a second position by rotating the rotational body (21) in the other direction, the entire camera mount (41) is located lower than the upper end portion of the rotational body (21).

Abstract: A modular display system for display devices, especially flat screen monitors which is a hub and spoke design whereby multiple monitors are mounted at the same hub height. The display system has means for locking the height of each display device using a cam and brake concept adjusted using a jackscrew. For quick change-out of display devices, a bayonet mount is used to attach the display device to the spokes.

Abstract: A modular display system for display devices, especially flat screen monitors which is a hub and spoke design whereby multiple motors are mounted at the same hub height. The display system has means for locking the height of each display device using a cam and brake concept adjusted using a jackscrew. For quick change-out of display devices, a bayonet mount is used to attach the display device to the spokes.

Abstract: A modular display system for display devices, especially flat screen monitors which is a hub and spoke design whereby multiple monitors are mounted at the same hub height. The display system has means for locking the height of each display device using a cam and brake concept adjusted using a jackscrew. For quick change-out of display devices, a bayonet mount is used to attach the display device to the spokes.

Abstract: A power hand-tool support apparatus includes a multi-component articulating arm with pneumatic lifting assist to hold the hand-tool and protect the operator from tool induced torque, the apparatus equipped with positional feedback means, such as optical encoders, to communicate with a dedicated control unit to define a selectable datum position of the hand-tool in the work-space with a lock-out of the tool if the positions do not comply with programmed tightening sequences on bolt patterns.

Abstract: A support is provided for mounting a mouse surface on a keyboard supporting tray for movement about a first vertical axis for moving the mouse surface between right and left hand use positions disposed adjacent right and left hand ends of a keyboard supported by the tray; for movement about a second axis disposed within a plane arranged parallel to said first axis; and for movement about a horizontal axis for forwardly and rearwardly tilting the mouse surface relative to the ends of the keyboard and selectively positioning upper and lower surfaces of the mouse surface vertically above and below the keyboard. The support is cantilever supported on the tray by a pivot connection for defining the first axis and includes a bearing surface selectively engageable with an upwardly facing, arculate surface portions of the tray for providing vertical support for the mouse surface remotely of the first axis.

Abstract: An assembly for mounting and adjusting an instrument, the received or transmitted radiation of which must accurately hit its receptor or target, is provided. The assembly includes a base which is mounted to a wall or beam, a pedestal connected to the base and an instrument or instrument mount connected to the pedestal. The instrument may rotate with respect to the pedestal about a first axis defined by the longitudinal axis of the pedestal and about a second axis perpendicular to the first axis, and about a third axis perpendicular to the second axis. This enables the position of the instrument to be easily adjusted in order to enable the assembly to be used at various locations, and for different uses.

Abstract: A forearm extension for an adjustable extension arm for mounting an electronic device. The forearm extension provides a cable pathway therethrough in which a cable for an electronic device may extend for protecting and/or obscuring the cable from view.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for attaching a radio or antenna to a support includes a base having a contact member, and a first adjustment component pivotally mounted to the base for pivoting about a first adjustment component pivot axis. The first adjustment component has at least two adjustment members located on opposite sides of the pivot axis which contact the contact member when the first adjustment component is in a locked position.

Abstract: A computer display includes a pivotally mounted upper housing having a display screen, a brake used to retard pivoting motion of this upper housing, and a release mechanism for releasing the brake so that the upper housing can be freely moved. The display screen is preferably a touchscreen, which is touched to indicate a selection made by the user, with the brake resisting a tilting movement of the screen as it is touched. In a first version, two brakes are used to retard motion in both directions, with a single release wheel being turned in one direction to allow rearward motion of the upper housing and in another direction to allow forward motion of the upper housing. In a second version, a single brake is released by stopping motion of a release mandrel to unwrap a clutch spring.

Abstract: An adjustable extension arm for mounting an electronic device includes interconnected members which are rotatable or pivotable relative to each other. The interconnected members provide a cable pathway through which a cable for the electronic device may extend for protecting and/or obscuring the cable from view.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for mounting free-space optical communications system (FSO) equipment to a window. The apparatus includes a substantially rectangular frame member in which a central opening is defined. In one embodiment, the frame member comprises an extrusion that may be cut to a desired length to fit various window widths. The frame member is coupled to a window frame or the window via a plurality of universal mounting brackets. A support that is operatively coupled to the frame member provides a mounting interface to couple to an FSO terminal that is disposed within the central opening. In one embodiment, the support comprises a gimbaled support that enables the FSO terminal to be rotated about a pair of orthogonal spin axes. A valance is provided to prevent undesired access to the gimbaled support and FSO terminal and make the apparatus appear less obtrusive.

Abstract: An articulated modular mounting arm for mounting electronic peripheral devices in a statically balanced adjustable position is disclosed. This mounting arm differs from the prior art in that several of its components are constructed from lengths of stock materials that are cut down to a user specified length within preset limits. This enables the manufacture to reduce inventory of the various components because one stock component may serve the need for several length arms. In addition, molds for each of the various lengths are not required, further lowering the production costs.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus for positioning the screen of a monitor that can not only function as a monitor supporter but also position the screen in vertical and horizontal directions to conform to the viewing angle of the screen. The apparatus for positioning screen of a monitor according to the invention comprises a swiveling unit including a lower bracket provided on an upper end portion of a monitor supporting column for adjusting a turning angle of the screen, and a swiveling shaft axially coupled with the lower bracket for turning around, and a tilting unit including a pair of tilting angle adjusting plates fixed on an upper end portion of the swiveling shaft for tilting the screen, a tilting shaft inserted between the tilting angle adjusting plates for moving the screen in a vertical direction, and upper brackets locked with a rear surface of the monitor for housing both ends of the tilting shaft and movable in a vertical direction centering around the tilting shaft.

Abstract: A liquid crystal display and its rotary assembly. The liquid crystal display comprises a displayer, a hinge, a first rotating member, a base, and a second rotating member. The hinge is connected to the displayer, and is disposed on the first rotating member. The first rotating member is disposed on the base. The second rotating member is disposed in the base in a manner such that the second rotating member and the first rotating member rotate together.

Abstract: A universal hinge with a base member having a smooth semi spherical upper surface and a lower mounting surface and a vertically extending cylindrical opening therein. An intermediate member has a lower cylindrical surface that is received in the base member, and a latching member carried by the base member secures the intermediate member to the base member for relative rotation. The remote end of the intermediate member is pivotally secured to a mounted member, and the remote end of the latter is formed for securement of an item such as a Bimini Top.

Abstract: A stand, in particular for surgical microscopes, in which motor-activated balancing adjustment systems provide additional positioning capability in the three spatial axes X, Y, and Z.

Abstract: The present invention is a computer controlled display device. In one embodiment, the display device includes a flat panel display having an input for receiving display data. Additionally, a moveable assembly may be coupled to the display. The moveable assembly may provide at least three degrees of freedom of movement for the flat panel display device. Additionally, the moveable assembly may have a cross-sectional area, which is substantially less than a cross-sectional area of a display structure of the flat panel display. Additionally, the moveable assembly may include a plurality of stacked ball-and-socket assemblies.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for a planar visual display unit includes a support base, which can be fixed to a support surface, spacer tubes for elevating a pivotable base above the support surface and an arm fixed to the base through a hinge pin and an air spring. The arm supports a shaped channel plate for holding the visual display unit when the visual display unit is attached to a complementary mounting bracket. The pivot base can rotate 360° with respect to the support base and the arm can move in a vertical plane limited by the action of an air spring. The shaped channel plate is attached to the arm by a pin pivot and a ball and socket joint. The arm and the visual display unit maintain a steady position by way of the dampening of the air spring and the frictional loading applied to each of the joint components, namely the hinge pin, and the pin pivot and ball and socket joint attaching the plate to the arm.

Abstract: The invention provides a stabilizing system for an image-producing means operated on a non-stable platform, the system including a yaw axis attachable at one of its ends to the platform; an angularly bent arm comprising two limbs, to the first of which limbs the other end of the yaw axis is fixedly attached; a front roll axis mounted on, or integral with, the first limb; lateral structures rigidly linked by a connecting member and at least indirectly supported by the bent arm, between which lateral structures the image-producing means can freely perform a pitching movement; at least one pitch axis supported by at least one of the lateral structures; a rear roll axis fixedly attached to the connecting member and freely passing through the end portion of the second one of the limbs of the bent arm, the front roll axis and the rear roll axis being parallel, the front roll axis being positioned at a point above the lateral structures; a cross member pivotably mounted on the front roll axis, and at least one uprig

Abstract: A support unit is used for supporting a display device having a displaying face, and includes an axle mounted rotatably on a seat. The axle defines a first axis that is parallel to the displaying face, and has a cylindrical outer surface surrounding the first axis. The axle is rotatable about the first axis relative to the seat. A coupling unit interconnects the display device and the cylindrical outer surface of the axle in a manner such that the display device is rotatable relative to the axle about a second axis that is transverse to the first axis and the displaying face. An upright support member supports the seat from below in such a manner that the seat is turnable relative to the upright support member about a third axis transverse to the first and second axes.

Abstract: A tilter for positioning electronic devices such as flat-screen monitors. The tilter includes a support block pivotally attached to a center tilt mount, and a shaft that is capable of engaging an extension arm or other components that attach to a support block. A rotating plate is rotatably secured to the center tilt mount. An adapter plate that is capable of securing the tilter to a variety of standardized fastening regions is secured to either the rotating plate or the center tilt mount. The tilter allows for the rotational positioning of an electronic device about one or more axis.

Abstract: A car phone holder has a base for holding a car phone, a first suspension rod rotatably connected to a back of the base, a second suspension rod pivotally connected with the first suspension rod and a universal joint provided between the back of the base and a distal end of the first suspension rod. The universal joint allows the base to rotate in any desired direction and the pivotal engagement between the first and second suspension rods allows the base to orient in a direction required.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for adjustably supporting an object about one or more axes. The bracket may include a support member that is pivotally attached to a mounting member such that the support member may be selectively pivoted about a first pivot axis relative to the mounting member and thereafter releasably locked in that position. Adjustment components may be provided to facilitate controlled pivotal travel of the support member about the first pivot axis and which non-movably retains the support member in a desired position as the locking members are locked. The bracket may further comprise an antenna mast support member that is pivotally attached to the support member for selective pivotal travel about a second pivot axis relative to the support member and thereafter releasably locked in position.

Abstract: A support device includes a base, a bracket for supporting an object, and an arm and a lever pivotally secured between the base and the bracket for forming a parallelogrammic structure. The arm is pivotally secured to the base with a shaft. The lever is secured to the base with a rod and has a curved groove for slidably receiving the shaft. The lever has an orifice for loosely receiving the rod. The base has a stop for engaging and latching the lever to the base, without additional fasteners, when the lever is elevated relative to the base.

Abstract: An extension arm suitable for mounting a flat-screen electronic peripheral device, such as a computer monitor or television, comprises a forearm extension that has at one end a first coupling for attachment to a tilter, a platform or other means for supporting a flat-screen device and at the other end a second coupling. The extension arm also comprises a pair of end caps, each having a shaft. The shaft of the first end cap is pivotably rotatable in a support mount, such as a wall, desk or pole mount. The shaft of the second end cap is pivotably rotatable in the second coupling of the forearm extension. The extension arm also comprises an upper channel and a lower channel. Each channel has at opposite ends a pair of integrally cast rollers which are pivotably attached to each of the end caps. The upper and lower channels and the end caps form an adjustable parallelogram.

Abstract: A portable hanger, for attachment to a wood structure such as a tree, supports equipment for outdoor activity such as hunting, fishing, camping, or photography. The portable hanger comprises a rigid mounting member for attachment proximate one end to a wood structure and a swing arm pivotally connected proximate one end of the swing arm to the mounting member proximate another end of the mounting member. The swing arm extends from the one end of the swing arm to another end of the swing arm and comprises at least two rigid members pivotally connected to one another. The mounting member and the at least two rigid members of the swing arm are pivotally connected such that the portable hanger is selectively arrangeable in a compact configuration, wherein the mounting member and the at least two rigid members of the swing arm are juxtaposed, and alternatively arrangeable in an expanded configuration wherein the mounting member and the at least two rigid members of the swing arm extend end-to-end.

Abstract: A fixing device is disclosed for at least one operating element or fixing element suitable for application in sterile areas in surgical operations, which is largely freely positioned in three dimensions and supported for fixing, while the sterile area is separated from the non-sterile area substantially by a sheet-like covering. A holding device is provided which is located in the non-sterile area and which, while being at least separated by the covering, enters into an operative connection via an active surface with the operating or fixing element, with the operative connection being based on magnetic forces.

Abstract: The surgical microscope with a stand, the microscope having altogether up to six degrees of freedom and being fixed on the microscope mounting by means of elements of the stand which has two vertical pivoting axes and for the height adjustment a parallelogram linkage with weight compensation is distinguished by the fact that the microscope is mounted on the stand by means of a third vertical axis, a first further axis perpendicular to said third vertical axis and a second further axis perpendicular to the first further axis, the further axes being designed such that they are essentially perpendicular to the optical axis of the microscope objective and can be adjusted by motor, and the further axis that is closer to the microscope permitting a lateral pivoting of the viewing direction and the further axis that is arranged between the third vertical axis and the further axis that is closer to the microscope permitting a pivoting of the viewing direction forward/backward or upward/downward.

Abstract: A display tilt adjusting apparatus which may be employed in an electronic terminal device such as an electronic cash register is provided. The apparatus includes a pivotal support member, a stay, and a stay holding mechanism. The pivotal support member supports a display unit pivotably. The stay is connected to the display unit. The stay holding mechanism holds the stay to keep a display surface of the display unit at a set angular position. The stay holding mechanism is designed to produce a given degree of resistance to movement of the stay in a direction in which the display surface tilts rearward and keeps the stay free from the resistance in response to movement of the stay in an opposite direction in which the display surface tilts frontward.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base and receptacle for receiving the base in a support surface. A mounting assembly for mounting a mobile device may be secured to the base. The mounting apparatus may be secured to a support surface with a securing member, such as a thumbscrew, using one hand. In an embodiment, the mounting apparatus includes a cylindrical base including a mounting hole and a bottom surface having a securing pin. The mounting apparatus also includes a mounting assembly and a receptacle that has a bottom surface and inner surface forming a cylindrical receiving portion having a mounting hole. When the base is inserted into the receiving portion of the receptacle and rotated, the securing pin is received in the securing hole and the bottom surface of the base contacts the bottom surface of the receptacle.

Abstract: A multi-positional support mechanism for a computer mouse pad comprising a support adapted to be secured to a keyboard support tray to extend upwardly from the keyboard support tray, a bracket mounted to the support for pivoting about a generally horizontal tilt axis, and a mouse pad mounted to the bracket for pivoting about a turntable axis generally normal to the tilt axis.

Abstract: A robot for movement of a moveable element (2) relative to a base element (1) comprises at least two link devices (4, 5, 6) coupled between the elements. These link devices comprise each at least two mutually articulated link units (7, 8; 9, 10; 11, 12) and power exerting arrangements (13, 14, 15) adapted to pivot the link devices for changing the relative position of the elements. A first (4) of the link devices is connected with the moveable element (2) via a hinge connection (16) so that there are, on consideration of the robot in its entirety, at least two degrees of freedom in the form of relative pivotability about two pivot axes, real or imaginary, extending at an angle relative to each other between the first link device (4) and said element (2).

Abstract: A mounting bracket for adjustably supporting an object about one or more axes. The bracket may include a support member that is pivotally attached to a mounting member such that the support member may be selectively pivoted about a first pivot axis relative to the mounting member and thereafter releasably locked in that position. Adjustment components may be provided to facilitate controlled pivotal travel of the support member about the first pivot axis and which non-movably retains the support member in a desired position as the locking members are locked. The bracket may further comprise an antenna mast support member that is pivotally attached to the support member for selective pivotal travel about a second pivot axis relative to the support member and thereafter releasably locked in position.

Abstract: A supporting assembly includes a mounting seat secured to an object, an inner connecting member having a first end pivotally connected to the mounting seat, an outer connecting member having a first end pivotally connected to the mounting seat by an axle, a wrist member pivotally connected to a second end of the inner connecting member and a second end of the outer connecting member, and a supporting plate pivotally connected to the second end of the outer connecting member and the wrist member. A spring is mounted around the axle and includes a first end attached to the mounting seat and a second end attached to the outer connecting member. A pressing portion of the inner connecting member presses against a stop of the inner connecting portion.

Abstract: A supporting device for a liquid crystal display includes a clip fixed to a frame, a base secured to the clip, an arm pivotally linked to the base, an adjustment device installed in the base, a cylinder device contained in the arm and pivotally linked to the adjustment device, and a positioning device formed on the top of the arm. The adjustment device has a simple structure and is able to adjust an angle of the cylinder device with respect to the arm to support displays of different weight.