In An Accurate Path Patents (Class 248/299.1)
  • Patent number: 8282059
    Abstract: A mounting system comprising an incremental angular position and locking system. A tilt bracket is configured to operatively connect to a surface, and an adapter bracket is operatively and movably connected to the tilt bracket, with the adapter bracket being configured to operatively connect to an object such as an audio/video device. A plurality of angular position features are associated with one of the tilt bracket and the adapter bracket, and an angular positioning element is configured to selectively engage at least one of the plurality of angular position features. When the angular positioning element is in engaged with at least one angular position feature, the adapter bracket is impeded from moving relative to the tilt bracket. When the angular positioning element is not in engagement with at least one angular position feature, the adapter bracket is substantially free to move relative to the tilt bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2012
    Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Garry A. Monaco
  • Publication number: 20120199703
    Abstract: A retaining device for retaining at least one medical line adjacent to a supporting surface comprising a spiral-shaped holding portion defining a peripheral edge, loading channel and internal holding area, the internal holding area dimensioned to accept the largest medical wire the device is destined to be used with; and attachment means connected to a holding portion to secure the retaining device to a supporting surface; wherein a section of medical wire may be inserted into and along the loading channel to enter the holding area and be retained within.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventor: Kevin D. Taylor
  • Patent number: 8235342
    Abstract: A mounting system for an interface such as a flat panel display such as a computer monitor or television allows the display to be pivoted about a virtual pivot axis which passes through a center of gravity of the display. The system includes a support which is connected directly or indirectly to a support surface and a mount which is connected to a back side of the display. The support and the mount are slidable with respect to one another through an arc which has the virtual pivot axis as its center.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Milestone AV Techonologies LLC
    Inventors: Joel W. Pfister, James G. Wohlford, Dominic D. Grey
  • Publication number: 20120193036
    Abstract: An apparatus and system to removably install, or replace, an awning panel. The awning panel is mounted on a wall or structure or similar vertical surface by insertion into a pair of mounting brackets that have been affixed to the wall. The mounting brackets may be mounted at any distance apart, and thus may accommodate awnings of different sizes. The mounting brackets comprise a right and left bracket, each comprising an angled support art, a holding member, a vertical support member, and a top support member. Supporting members along the sides of the awning panel slide into the space or slot formed by the angled support arm and the holding piece, and is further supported by the angled support arm extending along the underside of the supporting members. The angled support arm may be fixed at a set angle, or may be adjusted to different angles. A cover panel may be used to shield the awning panel, with the cover panel mounted on separate brackets or on the same brackets with the awning panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2011
    Publication date: August 2, 2012
    Inventor: DENNIS LAMOTTE
  • Publication number: 20120175322
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a panel clamp securable to a variety of mounting mechanisms. The clamp includes first and second members, each having an edge extending beyond at least a portion of its side surface to form an overhang, and each includes a plurality of holes passing therethrough. When the overhang of the first member is fitted over a top surface of a panel and the overhang of the second member is fitted over a bottom surface of the panel, such that the plurality of holes in the first member is substantially aligned with the plurality of holes in the second member, mechanical fasteners can be inserted through the plurality of holes to secure the first and second members to the panel. An additional mechanical fastener is inserted through the clamp to secure the clamp to a mounting mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2011
    Publication date: July 12, 2012
    Inventors: Samuel PARK, Mahnyong PARK
  • Patent number: 8201792
    Abstract: A support stand for a flat-panel display monitor includes a rotatable bracket, and an elevating support rotatably connected to the rotatable bracket. The elevating support includes a base member, a first rotatable module, a second rotatable module, and a third rotatable module. The first and second rotatable modules are both rotatably assembled between the rotatable bracket and the base member. The second rotatable module is positioned opposite to the first rotatable module. The first and second rotatable modules are spaced by a predetermined distance, and rotate along a same direction relative to the base member. The third rotatable module is positioned between the first and second rotatable modules, and rotatably follows the first and second rotatable modules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Li-Jun Yuan, Chang-Sheng Fan
  • Patent number: 8196876
    Abstract: A support mechanism includes a bracket and a rotary unit including a base and at least one adjustment subassembly. The adjustment subassembly includes an elastic member and a ball. The elastic member resists the ball to contact the bracket. The bracket is rotatable relative to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Fan Zhou, Ben-Gui Long
  • Patent number: 8186637
    Abstract: A mounting system configured to provide a plurality of image adjustments for a media device mounted thereon. A lower adapter plate is operatively connected to a media device top surface, the lower adapter plate being adjustably connected to an upper adapter plate. A support arm assembly is selectively coupled at a first end thereof to the upper adapter plate. A second end of the support arm assembly is coupled to a support bracket assembly that is configured to be adjustably mounted to a support structure. A plurality of adjustment mechanisms are secured to the adapter plate assembly at an upper adapter plate top surface, whereby operation of the adjustment mechanisms results in a corresponding movement of the media device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: James D. Walters, Edward Bielski
  • Publication number: 20120124916
    Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable mounting system for mounting countertops and other similar structures to a wall or other similar structure. Adjustable mounting systems of the invention include hinge adjustment features and/or length adjustment features that allow a single system to be adapted to fit a variety of sizes and/or shapes of spaces. The invention further provides methods of mounting a countertop using an adjustable mounting system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventor: Timothy Mulherin
  • Publication number: 20120126080
    Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a bracket, a mounting member and a handgrip. The bracket receives a heat dissipating member. A positioning post is located on the bracket. The mounting member, attached to the bracket and rotatable relative to the bracket, is adapted for abutting a portion of the heat dissipating member. The handgrip is attached to the mounting member and rotatable relative to the mounting member. The handgrip defines a guiding hole. The positioning post is engaged in the guiding hole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicants: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD.
    Inventors: PO-WEN CHIU, WEN-HU LU, ZHAN-YANG LI
  • Patent number: 8167250
    Abstract: An adjustable cable tray joint is provided. The joint has first and second tray receptacles, each having a web and opposing walls. The first tray receptacle may further include joint flanges extending from its walls. The first and second tray receptacles are attached together by pivotal connection, the receptacles defining a rotation relative to each other about the pivotal connection. The joint flanges of the first tray receptacle are disposed proximate to the corresponding walls of the second tray receptacle. The joint includes a locking member extending through a wall of the first tray receptacle and the corresponding wall of the second tray receptacle, the locking member configured to selectively fix and release the rotation between the two tray receptacles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: James C. White Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas C. White
  • Patent number: 8157233
    Abstract: An improved adjustable mounting system for mounting a flat panel display to a surface. A mounting bracket is configured to attach to the surface, while an adapter bracket is operatively connected to the mounting bracket and is configured to operatively connect to the flat panel display. At least one carrier mechanism operatively connects the mounting bracket and the adapter bracket, the first carrier mechanism positioned with a set of substantially straight guide paths or surfaces to couple the adapter bracket to the mounting bracket. When the flat panel display is operatively connected to the adapter bracket and the mounting bracket is attached to the surface, the flat panel display is generally selectively rotatably positionable about an axis substantially parallel to the surface as a result of the interaction of the first carrier mechanism with the set of substantially straight guide paths or surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dugan O'Keene
  • Publication number: 20120074277
    Abstract: A hinge hook has a pair of rotatable hooks that are mounted coaxially and side-by-side that move independently of each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventor: Geraint Krumpe
  • Patent number: 8136776
    Abstract: A tilting device is disclosed. A tilting device for tiltably supporting a mass may include: a bracket, which is attachable to and detachable from the mass, and which is configured to tilt about a rotation shaft; a nut, which is hinge-coupled to one side of the bracket about a hinge shaft; a leadscrew, which engages the nut; and a housing, which supports either side of the rotation shaft, and in which a guide indentation is formed that guides a movement of the hinge shaft. The tilting device utilizes a simple link structure to tilt a mass using a small-capacity driving unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2012
    Assignee: Sentronix Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jae-Kyung Kim, Yeon-Ho Son
  • Publication number: 20120056059
    Abstract: An installation system and device, and an installation method, are provided for installing a telemetry device on a mount surface. In general, the installation system includes a telemetry device and an installation device. The installation device includes a mounting bracket, at least one attachment device, a mounting device, and at least one orientation device. The attachment device may be configured to mount the mounting device to the mount surface. The mounting device may include a mounting plate and a mating aperture for mounting the telemetry device to the mounting bracket. The orientation device may be associated with any one of a plurality of orientation apertures defined in the mounting device to secure the telemetry device to the mounting bracket and to fix an orientation of the telemetry device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2010
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Applicant: ITRON, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Delamater, David C. Shoptaw
  • Patent number: 8118272
    Abstract: A link rod type adjustable screen fixing apparatus includes: a fixing base, having at least one operating slot; at least one distal plate device, having at least one pair of distal plates embedded in the operating slot, and slidably moving in the operating slot, and an upper frame plate disposed at an external side of the distal plate; at least one contractible device, formed by pivotally coupling link rods, and installed in the operating slot, and a side of the contractible device being pivotally coupled to the distal plate; and a containing space, defined by the upper frame plate of the distal plates for installing a screen. The distal plate is contractible in the operating slot for adjusting the containing space, such that the invention can fit screens of different sizes, and provide a convenient replacement and a dynamic adjustment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Portwell Inc.
    Inventor: Jen-Jia Liou
  • Patent number: 8087629
    Abstract: The present invention is a stand apparatus for a display screen (such as a computer monitor or a TV) having an arcuate arm member, a base adapted to accept the arm member and allow for tilting movement of the arm member in relation to the base, and a contoured clamp member operable to engage and grip the arm member. The curvature of the clamp member matches the curvature of the arm member and prevents damage to the finish of the arm member. The clamp member is coupled with an arm screw member that is readily accessible to a user. The cross-section of the arm member prevents lateral movement of the arm member in relation to the base. The base is operable to freely swivel 360 degrees and can be readily fixed in relation to a base ring once it is in a desired position. Cabling channels are also provided within the arm member to house cables from the display screen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2012
    Inventor: Lovro Gotovac
  • Publication number: 20110266402
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a ladder apparatus capable of being mounted to a vehicle. The ladder apparatus generally comprises a mounting support, a main ladder support for receiving an extension ladder, and a torsion support. The mounting support, the main ladder support and the torsion support are pivotally connected so that the apparatus can be raised from a retracted home position to an extended position. When the apparatus is in the extended position it can be set to a desired height and/or rotational position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2011
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Inventor: Jack Parrish
  • Publication number: 20110268433
    Abstract: Provided is a pan-tilt apparatus for a surveillance camera, including an image capturing unit 100 including a camera 2 and a camera holder 4 for supporting the camera 2; a motion converter 150 including a driving shaft 10, a shaft 20 connected to a connector 14 inserted into the driving shaft 10, a base member 30 inserted into one side of the driving shaft 10 and of which both ends are inserted in the shaft 20 by including a bearing 24, a bearing 32 installed in a lower portion of the base member 30 to smoothen an operation of the base member 30, and first and second worms 50 and 52 inserted into the base member 30 and mutually connected with first and second worm gears 40 and 42 to rotate; and a driving unit 250 including first and second motors 80 and 82 being connected to first and second motor shafts 60 and 62 to be inserted into the first and second worm gears 40 and 42.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2010
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Applicant: ROBOMECH CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Jin Whan Yim, Tae Hoon Kwon, Gyu Bong Han
  • Patent number: 8020824
    Abstract: An adjustment assembly for a satellite antenna has a first bracket, a second bracket, a pivotal bolt and an adjustment device. The second bracket is mounted pivotally on the first bracket. The pivotal bolt is mounted through the first bracket and the second bracket and serves as a fulcrum when the brackets pivot relatively. The adjustment device is mounted between the first bracket and the second bracket and has a positioning fastener, a driving fastener and an adjustment shaft. The positioning fastener is mounted on the first bracket. The driving fastener is mounted on the second bracket. The adjustment shaft is mounted rotatably through the driving fastener and into positioning fastener and has a threaded section and a positioning section. The threaded section allows the driving fastener to move along the adjustment shaft when the adjustment shaft is rotated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Assignee: Jonsa Technologies Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tien-Chih Pan
  • Patent number: 8011633
    Abstract: A hook structure includes a base and a movable hook which is fixed on the base and is provided with a hook board and a hook board seat that are mutually assembled. An elastic member is provided between the hook board and the hook board seat. By the elastic member, when the hook is collided by an external force, the elastic member will operate the hook board to be ejected back, allowing the present invention to be provided with an advantage of a hidden-type and collision-proofed hook.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Inventor: Meng-Feng Huang
  • Publication number: 20110205703
    Abstract: Gimbal system, including apparatus and methods, with forced flow of external air through a channel to remove heat. The system may comprise a support portion including at least one electronic component and defining a channel, a gimbal assembly pivotably connected to and supported by the support portion, and a payload pivotably orientable with respect to the support portion by the gimbal assembly. The support portion alone or collectively with the gimbal assembly may define a chamber in which the electronic component is disposed. The support portion may include a forced-air device configured to drive flow of external air through the channel, thereby removing heat transferred to the channel from the electronic component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2011
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Inventors: James H. Weaver, Gerard A. Morelli
  • Publication number: 20110192945
    Abstract: An adjustable wall hanger includes a body including an outer edge that defines a web. An adjustment feature is formed in the web. The adjustment feature includes a plurality of adjustment zones that define a corresponding plurality of orientation positions for the body. The adjustable wall hanger being selectively positionable to support an object on a wall in one of the plurality of orientation positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2010
    Publication date: August 11, 2011
    Applicant: POWERS FASTENERS, INC.
    Inventors: Paul Gaudron, Jacob Olsen
  • Patent number: 7988320
    Abstract: A lighting device includes a support structure, a light source connected to the support structure, and an attachment bracket connected to the support structure. The lighting device further includes a support bracket moveably connected to the attachment bracket, wherein the support bracket has an arched shape, and a solar panel attached to the support bracket. The solar panel with respect to the solar radiation source is altered as a function of the moveable connection of the support bracket to the attachment bracket and the arched shape of the support bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Assignee: Intense Solar, LLC
    Inventor: Craig W. Brumels
  • Patent number: 7984888
    Abstract: A supporting device of a display unit includes a stationary bracket securable to a wall, a body coupling device to mount a body of the display unit thereto, and a plurality of connecting devices to connect the stationary bracket with the body coupling device, each connecting device having first and second ends thereof coupled to the stationary bracket and the body coupling device, respectively, to rotate in left and right directions, and having at least one point between the first and second ends thereof to bend in the left and right directions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2011
    Assignee: SAMSUNG Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Jae Hoo Park
  • Publication number: 20110174937
    Abstract: A mounting device for mounting an object on a support includes a base configured to be coupled to the support, and a slide arm coupled to the base and movable between a retracted position and a plurality of extended positions. The slide arm is movable from any of the plurality of extended positions to the retracted position by sliding the slide arm relative to the base without any other manipulation of the mounting device by the user. The slide arm automatically locks relative to the base when the slide arm is moved to the retracted position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2010
    Publication date: July 21, 2011
    Inventor: Chad Sullivan
  • Publication number: 20110174938
    Abstract: A swivel mechanism, comprising a base configured to be attached to a screen and further configured to rotate with the screen as the screen is rotated, a hub configured to fit into the base and remain stationary as the screen and the base are rotated and two springs configured to be set into the hub and configured to compress to provide a resistance torque as the screen is rotated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2010
    Publication date: July 21, 2011
    Applicants: SONY CORPORATION, A JAPANESE CORPORATION, SONY ELECTRONICS INC.
    Inventors: Rafael Calderon, Jacob Leven
  • Publication number: 20110141672
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to the field of environmentally sealed casings for protection of electronic or other devices. More particularly, the present invention relates to enclosures for protecting LCD panels from the harsh environments in which they are sometimes used. In an embodiment, the present invention provides a harsh environment LCD enclosure comprising: a casing with an interior for protecting an LCD panel; a door for accessing the interior of the casing; a compression gasket assembly for sealing together the door and casing; an actuator for opening and closing the door; and a hinge assembly disposed entirely within the interior of the casing and operably configured to provide for rotational and linear movement of the door relative to the casing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2010
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: James E. Farley, JR., William A. Peeples
  • Patent number: 7954780
    Abstract: A self-balanced adjustable mounting system for a flat panel display. When a flat panel display is attached to the mounting system, the display is adapted to revolve about a substantially horizontal axis extending proximate a center of gravity of the display. The system may be self-balancing at a plurality of locations about the axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Milestone AV Technologies LLC
    Inventor: Jay Dittmer
  • Publication number: 20110102295
    Abstract: Antenna systems include adjustment mechanisms to adjust the position of dish antennas. The adjustment mechanism includes a clip, a bracket, and a cam mechanism. The clip is fixedly coupled to and projects outwardly from a mast. The bracket is pivotally coupled to the mast and is between the stationary clip and cam mechanism. The cam mechanism is pivotally coupled to the clip and positioned to rotate the bracket and the dish antenna as the cam mechanism rotates. The clip is made of a lightweight material to reduce the overall weight of the antenna system to enhance performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Applicant: EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Fruh, Morgan Haden Kirby
  • Publication number: 20110095145
    Abstract: A support mechanism includes a base assembly and a hinge assembly. The base assembly includes a first cover and a second cover attached to the first cover. The first cover forms two first locking members and the second cover forms two restriction members. The hinge assembly includes a bracket and two pivot units rotatably connected to the bracket. The bracket includes a fixing portion and two connecting portions extending from opposite sides of the fixing portion. The first locking members are latched with the fixing portion of the bracket, and the restriction members engage the first locking members to prevent the first locking members from moving.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: April 28, 2011
    Applicants: INNOCOM TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) CO., LTD., CHIMEI INNOLUX CORPORATION
    Inventors: TE-HSU WANG, ZHI-QU JIAO
  • Publication number: 20110074257
    Abstract: A support mechanism comprises a support board, a bracket and a stopping mechanism. The support board comprises an end portion and a center portion, the support board end is configured to pivotably connect to a housing. The bracket comprises a first end and a second end, the first end is configured to pivotably connected to the support board center portion. The stopping mechanism is adapted for coupling the second end to the housing such that the bracket is selectively and stably stopping at a closed position and an open position or positions between the closed position and the open position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2010
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Applicants: SHENZHEN FUTAIHONG PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., FIH (HONG KONG) LIMITED
    Inventor: ZHI-GUANG LI
  • Publication number: 20110073728
    Abstract: Adjustable mounting apparatus for securing electrical connectors and equipment to powersports vehicles such as motorcycles, all terrain vehicles and snowmobiles. These mounting brackets are low cost, compact and lightweight. The brackets install easily without the use of fasteners and are adjustable without the use of tools or modification allowing them to conform to surfaces that may be flat, curved or fully round.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventor: Donald A. Blackwell
  • Publication number: 20110069472
    Abstract: Described herein is a mounting plate having a plurality of exterior edges. Each edge of the mounting plate has a mounting interface. Between each of the exterior edges is a flattened corner. Each of the planar corners has a pole mount disposed therein. The mounting plate also has a plurality of interior projections, each of the plurality of interior projections being disposed on an inner side of each of the planar corners. At least one of the plurality of interior projections has a stand mount disposed therein and at least a second one of the plurality of interior projections has an umbrella mount disposed therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2009
    Publication date: March 24, 2011
    Inventors: Paul Kent Peregrine, Gary Lee Regester
  • Publication number: 20110042536
    Abstract: A device for securing an instrument is provided that includes at least one flexible, bendable leg with a grippable surface. In one embodiment, the flexible and bendable legs comprise core with an over-wrapped sheath. The contemplated device may be bended, twisted, or otherwise manipulated to selectively secure the device to objects having various shapes and sizes. The flexible and bendable legs increase the versatility and overall securability of the device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2010
    Publication date: February 24, 2011
    Applicant: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Phillips, Craig Norman
  • Patent number: 7891622
    Abstract: An improved tilt mounting system for mounting flat panel televisions and similar devices or displays. In various embodiments, at least one mounting bracket includes a plurality of guide mechanisms that are adjustable in orientation relative to each other. When the guide mechanisms are adjusted, the angle between guide structures contained therein changes. As the angle between the guide structures increases, the mounting system becomes more suitable for larger devices or display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dugan O'Keene
  • Patent number: 7883065
    Abstract: A mounting bracket assembly has a stationary bracket to be mounted on a pole or other surface, and an adjustable bracket to be attached to the object to be mounted. The adjustable bracket is then positioned on the stationary bracket to mount the object on the surface or pole. The adjustable bracket is first mounted on the stationary bracket in a preliminary mounting position using integrated hooks and latches, and then can be easily adjusted to a permanent mounting position and secured with screws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Bogen Communications, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Nelson
  • Publication number: 20110019347
    Abstract: A tilt panel apparatus includes a tilt panel capable of pivoting between a first orientation and a second orientation, and an apparatus main body that supports the tilt panel in a pivotable state. The tilt panel has an external housing surface around the pivot center of the tilt panel, the external housing surface being exposed on the outer side of an apparatus when the tilt panel is in the first orientation and entering into a gap formed between the tilt panel and the apparatus main body as the tilt panel pivots from the first orientation toward the second orientation; and a stepped portion is formed in the apparatus main body adjacent to an edge portion that forms the opening of the gap, the stepped portion being a step higher than the edge portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
    Inventor: Daisuke IMAI
  • Publication number: 20110002110
    Abstract: A multi position mount for an electronic display providing an adjustable display interface including a mounting assembly providing adjustable movement in at least one direction as determined by a plurality of follower members disposed within slots for slideable movement, and includes a mounting bracket having flanges configured the receive the adjustable display interface in at least two distinct locations. A plurality of mounting positions are possible for quick and easy engagement and disengagement, where at least one position provides mounting of a flat panel device in very close proximity to a mounting surface, and at least one position provides for angled adjustment of a flat panel display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2009
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: Milestone AV Technologies LLC
    Inventor: Joseph Skull
  • Publication number: 20100320341
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to universal stands for portable electronic devices. In one embodiment, a stand includes a display platform and a gripping pad attached to the display platform for releasably securing a portable electronic device thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: CLINGO.COM LLC
    Inventors: Scott Baumann, Brian Wheeler, Brian Johnson
  • Patent number: 7837167
    Abstract: A container support device for use in removing and delivering multiple fluids from a patient is disclosed. The container support device includes an attachment member for coupling the container support device to a weight scale, a joint body attached to the attachment member and configured to rotate about a vertical axis thereof, a support body secured to the joint body, and at least one container support extending from the support body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventors: Rainer Hartwig, Günter Heeke, Matthias Gretzinger
  • Publication number: 20100280746
    Abstract: A portable navigation assembly is disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the portable navigation assembly includes a portable navigation device including a housing, the housing including a speaker port defined by a speaker port periphery; and a mount including a connector arm. In at least one embodiment, the connector arm is adapted to be connected to the portable navigation device around at least a portion of the speaker port periphery without covering at least a portion of the speaker port.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2009
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Inventor: Martin Riddiford
  • Publication number: 20100271287
    Abstract: The claimed systems relate generally to a cart having repositionable displays, and more particularly to a mobile cart having a frame on which is affixed two or more fixtures having a display mount, the fixtures providing for the movement of displays affixed thereto in a position for viewing, and another position for cart movement, such as movement between rooms through a doorway or an elevator. Also disclosed are particular articulating arms for such fixtures, mounted to one or more posts, some having one or more pivotable arms allowing for repositioning of displays relative to a cart. Detailed information on various example embodiments of the inventions are provided in the Detailed Description below, and the inventions are defined by the appended claims.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2010
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Inventors: Christopher Bourne, William Deberard, Darrin Thurston
  • Publication number: 20100252708
    Abstract: A support mechanism includes a bracket and a rotary unit including a base and at least one adjustment subassembly. The adjustment subassembly includes an elastic member and a ball. The elastic member resists the ball to contact the bracket. The bracket is rotatable relative to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2009
    Publication date: October 7, 2010
    Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD, HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: FAN ZHOU, BEN-GUI LONG
  • Publication number: 20100230566
    Abstract: A universal mounting for a light bar which is adjustable in a vertical direction as well as pivotable and tiltable along pitch and roll axes, respectively, longitudinal and lateral of the vehicle to enable leveling of the light bar on the roof while attaching the light bar to the vehicle. There are two mountings which are attached to the light bar under opposite ends thereof. Each mounting has a fixed bracket attached to the roof and an adjustable bracket clamped to the fixed bracket with a mounting bolt threadedly engaged in a pivot connection in the adjustable bracket to enable adjustment about the pivot axis. The pivot connection may also be movable vertically (up or down) with respect to the roof. Vertical and pivotal adjustability facilitates alignment of the bolt in a threaded fastener in the pivot connection. The adjustable bracket has upper and lower parts. The upper part is connected to the light bar and is tiltable with respect to the lower part about the roll axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2009
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventor: Steven W. Neufeglise
  • Publication number: 20100224746
    Abstract: The present invention is an auger transport and mounting system which facilitates the drilling and positioning of ice fishing or other holes in an outdoor surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2010
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Inventors: Clint Johnson, Steve Gapp, John Reed Felton
  • Publication number: 20100214729
    Abstract: A self-balanced adjustable mounting system for a flat panel display. A display interface having a hollow, semi-spherical shell portion is attached to the flat panel display. The semi-spherical shell is formed with a generally constant radius of curvature. The center of the radius of curvature is disposed proximate the center of gravity of the flat panel display with the display interface attached. The display interface is received in a guide structure that has a bearing portion engaging the outer surface of the semi-spherical shell, and a second bearing portion engaging the inner surface of the semi-spherical shell through an aperture formed in the semi-spherical shell. The semi-spherical shell is guided between the first and second bearing portions so that the flat panel display and device interface are generally rotatable about the center of the radius of curvature of the semi-spherical shell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2010
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Inventors: Jay Dittmer, Derek L. Derks
  • Publication number: 20100215355
    Abstract: The present application is directed to a device for securing an object to a mountable surface. The device is configured to face the object secured thereto in any direction up to 360 degrees about the mountable surface. The device comprises a mating surface securable to the mountable surface via a tamper proof locking means and a support attached to the mating surface that is operationally configured to secure the object thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2010
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Inventor: MICHAEL A. OLIEN
  • Publication number: 20100208419
    Abstract: An apparatus to control an inclination of an organic light emitting display panel, the apparatus including: a rotation pin having a body formed to be angulated; a support including an arm coupled to the rotation pin to support the rotation pin, the arm including a connection hole to support the rotation pin and a stopper provided to protrude under the connection hole; and a rotation part into which the rotation pin is settled in, the rotation part including an adhesion groove corresponding to the stopper and a hooking groove formed on the adhesion groove to control a rotation of the rotation part around the rotation pin, wherein the rotation of the rotation part is limited by a contact between the hooking groove and the stopper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: Samsung Mobile Display Co., Ltd,
    Inventors: Jung-Ho HWANG, Dong-Su Yee, Hyun Hee Lee, Dai-Han Cho, Min-Su Kim, Chan-Kyoung Moon, Chan-Hee Wang
  • Patent number: 7753332
    Abstract: An improved adjustable mounting system for mounting a flat panel display to a surface. A mounting bracket is configured to attach to the surface, while an adapter bracket is operatively connected to the mounting bracket and is configured to operatively connect to the flat panel display. At least one carrier mechanism operatively connects the mounting bracket and the adapter bracket, the first carrier mechanism positioned with a set of substantially straight guide paths or surfaces to couple the adapter bracket to the mounting bracket. When the flat panel display is operatively connected to the adapter bracket and the mounting bracket is attached to the surface, the flat panel display is generally selectively rotatably positionable about an axis substantially parallel to the surface as a result of the interaction of the first carrier mechanism with the set of substantially straight guide paths or surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dugan O'Keene