Abstract: A pin-type connection apparatus includes a first connecting seat, a second connecting seat, a connecting shaft, and a locking component, wherein a receiving hole and a locking hole on the adjacent side of the receiving hole are disposed on the second connecting seat, one end of the connecting shaft is fastened to the first connecting seat, a clamping hole is disposed at the other end of the connecting shaft, the connecting shaft can extend into the receiving hole, a first clamping protrusion is disposed in the clamping hole, a second clamping protrusion is disposed at one end of the locking component, and the locking component can pass through the locking hole and extend into the clamping hole; and when the locking component is rotated to a lockout position, the first clamping protrusion can abut against the second clamping protrusion and restrain the second clamping protrusion from exiting the clamping hole.

Abstract: Provided is a curved surface adjustment device comprising an angle rotating assembly and a locking assembly, wherein the angle rotating assembly comprises a middle plate and a housing, the housing comprises a first mounting portion and a receptacle, the middle plate comprises a second mounting portion and an arc-shaped sliding portion; the locking assembly comprises a locking mechanism, when the locking mechanism is in a locking state, the arc-shaped sliding portion is locked in the arc-shaped sliding groove of the receptacle, when in an unlocking state, the arc-shaped sliding portion slides relative to the arc-shaped sliding groove of the receptacle, to adjust the included angle between the first mounting portion and the second mounting portion, thereby adjusting the curved surface radian of the LED display screen. The LED display screen adjusted by the present invention has better curved surface smoothness and smaller curved surface radius, provides more excellent display effect.

Abstract: An improved portable stand for followspots is disclosed. The stand has a lower portion resting on a load bearing surface and an upper portion coupled to the lower portion for rotation about a vertical axis. First and second standards extend upwardly from the second portion, supporting the fixture housing between them on tilt pivots, which are aligned on a horizontal axis. The tilt pivots can be displaced vertically relative to the coupling between first and second portions while remaining attached to both standards and housing. The improved stand permits a greater range in tilt angle and tilt axis height, including such that the followspot can be relocated while remaining fully assembled.

Abstract: A mounting system for suspending luminaires from a mounting surface with a cord. In some embodiments, the cord houses both the cable for supporting the luminaire in a suspended orientation as well as the electrical wires or connectors for electrically connecting the luminaire to a power source. In some embodiments, the mounting system is designed to ensure that the cable bears the entire weight of the luminaire and that the connectors bear no weight of the luminaire. The mounting system can include a pan that is mounted to the mounting surface and a rotatable joint positioned within the pan. The cord is attached to the rotatable joint. Rotation of the rotatable joint within the pan enables the cord to extend at nadir regardless of the angle of the mounting surface and without kinking of the cord.

Abstract: An extension arm support device includes an upright post, and an adaptor module having a surrounding wall which surrounds the upright post, and a plurality of anchored portions disposed on the surrounding wall. Each anchored portion has at least one axially extending anchored rail. At least one extension arm has an anchoring portion facing the anchored portions, and having at least one anchoring member which is slidable along and engaged with the anchored rail in the axial direction such that the extension arm is removably connected to the adaptor module for adjusting the angular position of the extension arm relative to the upright post.

Abstract: A method of producing a fastening device, and a fastening device, is provided. The method comprises the steps of forming a body elongating along a first axis by iteratively stacking layers, wherein the body comprises an at least partially open cavity elongating along the first axis. The method further comprises the step of forming a first and second chambers in the cavity, and forming an element, of which element a first portion projects into the first chamber and of which element a third portion projects from the cavity of the body in the first plane. The element is rotatably arranged, such that upon rotation of the element, the third portion of the element is configured to be releasably wedged within the chamber.

Abstract: An unmanned vehicle includes a body and a gimbal assembly arranged at the body. The gimbal assembly includes a shock-absorbing structure arranged inside the body, a connecting structure arranged outside the body, and a load arranged outside the body and fixedly connected to the shock-absorbing structure via the connecting structure.

Abstract: A portable breathing machine includes a body case (100), wherein: a fan box (101), a cut-off device (108) and a control device (113) are arranged in the body case (100); a fan (8) is arranged in the fan box (101) through a fan noise reduction device (102); an air outlet of the fan box (101) is connected with an internal breathing tube (107); the cut-off device (108) is arranged on the internal breathing tube (107); an air outlet of the cut-off device (108) is connected with an external breathing tube (104) and a mask (105); the fan noise reduction device (102) includes a lower flexible cover (3) and an upper flexible cover (5); the lower and upper flexible covers cooperate to form an enclosed cavity for containing the fan (8). A working noise of the breathing machine is decreased to below 15 decibel.

Abstract: A pan-tilt and an aerial camera containing a pan-tilt. This pan-tilt includes a motor which has a first part and a second part of relative movement, a slip ring which is installed in the motor and has a fixing part and a rotating part, and a control part which is installed under the motor and at which the second part is installed. The center of the motor has a first hole which longitudinally penetrates through, in which the slip ring is installed. The fixing part is static relative to the first part. The control part is electrically connected to the rotating part via a wire which is set to pass through the first hole. The control part is electrically connected with the motor. The pan-tilt can be rotated by 360 degrees.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved light assembly and alignment device. One embodiment of the assembly can have a spacer, a lid, a rod, a bracket, a guide, electronics, a cover and a nut. The spacer has a perimeter sidewall that is vented. A guide having a keeper and a body can be passed through a hole in the bracket. The rod can receive the body of the guide wherein the rod is aligned with the hole in the bracket. A nut at an end of the rod supports the cover by preventing it from sliding off from the end of the rod. The nut also is used to turn the rod so that it advances through the bracket hole to raise the assembly to the ceiling. Another embodiment has a square nut that is seated in a bracket when the rod is passed through a bracket slot.

Abstract: A power distribution center mounting assembly for a vehicle includes a power distribution center having a connection surface. The power distribution center also includes a housing having a locking structure formed thereon on at least one side of the housing. The housing also includes a pair of pivot structures disposed on opposing sides of the housing. A pair of pivot brackets are mounted on the vehicle with each of the brackets including a pivot slot formed therein receiving the pivot structures. At least one of the pivot brackets includes corresponding lock slots that releasably engage the locking structure defining a pre staged and a final staged position of the power distribution center. When the power distribution center is in the pre staged position the connection surface is positioned at an inclined angle wherein the connection surface is visible relative to a horizontal plane extending from a bottom of the housing.

Abstract: A tool for handling a long and heavy object, in particular a wind turbine rotor blade, includes a clamping unit which can be fixed to the rotor blade. The clamping unit has a first clamp and a second clamp spaced from the first clamp with respect to a longitudinal direction of the object. A first rod unit is rotatably coupled to the first clamp of the clamping unit at a first coupling site is also and coupled to a traverse. A second rod unit is rotatably coupled to the second clamp of the clamping unit at a second coupling site and is also coupled to the traverse via by a rope. A length of a rope section between the second rod unit and the traverse is adjustable by a winch.

Abstract: A gimbal includes a housing (1). A gyroscope board (4), a camera (21), and a camera main control board (22) electrically connected with the camera are disposed in the housing. A Wi-Fi circuit board (31) and a Wi-Fi antenna (33) are also disposed in the housing. The Wi-Fi circuit board is electrically connected with the camera main control board. The camera is fixed on the housing. The gimbal achieves the independent Wi-Fi transmission, so that the structure is simplified.

Abstract: A counterbalance apparatus for supporting a load includes a base, a load bearing arm, a toggle linkage, and first and second resilient members for applying a force to the load bearing arm. The load bearing arm has pivot points forming a parallelogram linkage, and is adapted to support the load at a distal end. The toggle linkage can include an adjustment member positioned to define a distance relative to the attachment point. The first resilient member is adapted to apply a force to the load bearing arm and may have a first end connected to a first portion of the parallelogram linkage and a second end connected to the adjustment member. Movement of the toggle linkage to the load bearing position engages the forces of the resilient members and movement of the adjustment member varies the distance to adjust a support vector adapted to counterbalance the load vector.

Abstract: A medical examination and/or treatment apparatus includes a robot with a multiaxially movable arm, a C-arm mounted on the multiaxially movable arm, a cable strand for supplying the C-arm, and a device for guiding the cable strand in a movement of the C-arm. The device for guiding the cable strand is arranged at or on the robot or a component of the robot.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring athletic performance includes a swivel joint that includes a housing, a coupling member and a sensing device. The housing includes first and second arms, each arm defining an aperture therethrough, the arms defining a gap and being oriented with the respective apertures aligned across the gap from one another. The coupling member includes an axle that passes through the apertures, is rotatable with respect to the housing, forms first and second attachment points, and forms a protrusion that extends outward from the axle. The coupling member further includes a bar that couples with the attachment points, and curves sufficiently to clear ends of the arms as the axle rotates within the apertures. The sensing device is responsive to produce an electrical signal representative of athletic performance when rotation of the coupling member moves the protrusion through a predefined rotational position within the gap.

Abstract: A swivel joint system for hanging a heavy punching bag from an overhead support has a swivel joint defining at least first and second perpendicular pivot axes and a hanging shaft having a lower end pivotally connected to the universal joint for rotation about the first pivot axis and an upper end configured for rotatable attachment to an overhead support for free rotation about a third pivot axis. A hanging tube is pivotally connected to the universal joint for rotation about the second pivot axis, and releasably secured to a mounting plate. A plurality of attachment members are rigidly attachable at spaced locations around the mounting plate to surround the hanging tube and configured for attachment to straps at the upper end of a heavy punching bag.

Abstract: Enhanced variable-height mounting arms comprise structures that allow any of improved cleanability and/or improved adjustment of height or counterbalancing. An exemplary enhanced variable-height arm comprises an upper shell structure that substantially extends over the upper and side regions of the mounting arm, forming a four-bar linkage. A lower cover is mounted to the upper cover across the bottom side of the arm, and defines holes therethrough for extension of the opposing ends of the arm. The variable-height arm further comprises a bias element, wherein one end of the bias element is adjustably fixable in relation to a defined curve, non-linear path or slot, such as within a curved slot. The variable-height arm may preferably further comprise a mechanism for adjusting any of the height or counterbalance for the structure.

Abstract: In accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure, a vibrational isolator may include at least one supporting section and at least one attachment member mechanically coupled to the at least one supporting section and configured to mechanically couple to a chassis, such that when disposed in a chassis, the at least one supporting section suspends from the chassis and is configured to support vibration-generating equipment. In accordance with these and other embodiments of the present disclosure, a method may include forming at least one supporting section and forming at least one attachment member mechanically coupled to the at least one supporting section and configured to mechanically couple to a chassis, such that when disposed in a chassis, the at least one supporting section suspends from the chassis and is configured to support vibration-generating equipment.

Abstract: A pile upending device for large diameter tubular elements includes; an annular base ring for extending along substantially the entire circumference of the tubular element, a central lifting arm for coupling the pile upending device to a hoisting element, which lifting arm is hingeably coupled with the base ring, a number of wedge assemblies disposed along the outside circumference of the base ring for facing the inside surface of the tubular element and frictional engagement with the tubular element.

Abstract: A mounting system for a projector includes a stationary body and a gimbal assembly to connect to a projector. The mounting system further includes a first support having a first end connected to the stationary body and a second end connected to the gimbal assembly, a second support having a first end connected to the stationary body and a second end connected to the gimbal assembly, and a third support having a first end connected to the stationary body and a second end connected to the gimbal assembly. A length of the first, second, and third supports are adjustable independent of the length of the other of the first, second, and third supports to adjust a tilt angle and a roll angle of a projector connected to the gimbal with respect to the stationary body.

Abstract: An improved hanging apparatus with a locking swivel for suspending objects from an overhead structure is provided. The apparatus may advantageously be employed to suspend a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) unit from a ceiling, ceiling joists, beams, trusses, rafters, or the like of a room or space to be heated or cooled by the HVAC unit.

Abstract: The invention regards an apparatus for mounting a flat screen on a surface wherein the flat screen comprises at least two fixtures. The apparatus comprises, two mounting members adapted to be attached to the fixtures on the flat screen and a wire with one end connected to one of the mounting members and the other end connected to the other mounting member. The mounting members comprise an axle adapted for the wire to be coiled around for changing the length of free wire between the mounting members and retaining means at a radially greater distance from the wire coiled around the axle, adapted to retain the wire hereby preventing uncoiling of the wire.

Abstract: A central pivot pendant arm system is provided for running cabling internally within a shoulder casting through a shaft that provides an axis of rotation and cabling access through a side opening in the shaft. The shoulder casting is pivotable about the axis of rotation and partially encloses a portion of the shaft. The shoulder casting has a protrusion for attachment of a pendant arm and facilitates cabling passage inside the shoulder casting, between the shaft side opening and the pendant arm interior.

Abstract: A display supporting apparatus is connected to a display, and includes: a mounting member formed with a through hole extending through inner and outer side surfaces thereof along an axis; a pivoting member having a pivot portion abutting against the outer side surface of the mounting member and aligned with the through hole; a connecting unit including a positioning ring abutting against the inner side surface of the mounting member and aligned with the through hole, and a plurality of connecting members extending through the through hole to interconnect the positioning ring and the pivot portion, such that the mounting member is rotatable relative to the pivoting member about the axis; and a supporting member connected to and supporting the pivoting member.

Abstract: A modular ceiling-mounted medical services system including a vertical column supported by an articulating arm assembly. Rotational joints connect the column to the lower arm, the lower arm to the upper arm, and the upper arm to the ceiling mount. Rotational movement at each of the joints is controlled by an electrically-released electromagnetic brake, and all of the brakes may be controlled by a switch panel on the column. Thus, the entire assembly is held in place until the switch is activated. Slight hand pressure is sufficient to operate the switch while simultaneously pushing or pulling the column into the desired position. The service lines that supply the outlets in the column all pass through large central openings in the brakes.

Abstract: An articulating mount for a television or other device with a display screen, permits in/out translation, left/right translation, and left/right roll or tilting movement of the display of the television or device. The left/right roll or tilting movement is about a generally horizontal axis that remains substantially perpendicular to the display screen of the device that is mounted to the bracket. The articulating mount further provides added retention and support of the television or device when a bracket of the mount is fully retracted, such as when the mount is used in a vehicle that is underway.

Abstract: Some embodiments provide a molar media mount for positioning a media display device in unobscured view and direct line of sight of a patient. In some embodiments, the molar media mount includes a first end that attaches to a mounting arm of a medical device and a second end that attaches to and holds the media display device. In some embodiments, the second end includes a ball joint for setting an angle of the media display device that corresponds to the direct line of sight. In some embodiments, the molar media mount includes a set of articulating points that position a media display screen in a direct line of sight of a person in an examination seat In some embodiments, the medical device is a dental light. In some embodiments, the media display device attaches to the dental light.

Abstract: A clamp for overhead assemblies has a clamp portion including a frame with first and second spaced apart side portions connected at respective ends to a top portion. The first and second side portion can have first and second openings therethrough to form a clamp opening. A plate is disposed through third and fourth openings in the first and second spaced apart side portions, respectively. The plate includes a tapped recess for receiving a threaded rod. A screw is disposed in a tapped recess in the top portion. An engagement end of the screw is selectively extendible into the clamp opening to engage a structural member inserted within the clamp opening to couple the structural member to the threaded rod. A longitudinal axis of the screw is aligned with the tapped recess to eliminate eccentric loading of the clamp. A method of stocking clamps is also disclosed.

Abstract: In one example, a device for mounting and adjusting an electronic device is described. The device can include a mounting frame, an elongated shaft connected to the mounting frame, a curved arm for operatively connecting to an electronic device and slidably engaging with the shaft, and a threaded knob configured for threadable engagement with the curved arm.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a display mounting apparatus for mounting a flat screen television monitor or the like to a wall. The mounting apparatus provides four degrees of freedom for the flat screen display in lateral translation, tilt, swivel and pan directions. The combination of two two-link arms, counterbalancing torsion springs and friction mechanisms provides for ±20 degrees in the tilt and swivel directions.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting medical devices, in particular operation theatre lamps, on the ceiling of an operation theatre uses a vertical pillar 8 at which bearing heads 3 are selectively mounted. Cantilevers of different lengths may be secured at one bearing head 3.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a mounting apparatus includes one or more standoffs adapted to maintain two panels at a spaced apart distance from one another. The standoff includes a first end having a first threaded fastening member and a second end having a cavity in which a torque restraining member is disposed. The torque restraining member is coupled to a second threaded fastening member. The relative sizes of the torque restraining member and the cavity allow movement of the torque restraining member within the cavity.

Abstract: A method, system, and device for manipulating of surveillance cameras and the like mounted on top of utility poles. The system comprises: a multi-link articulating mechanism connected to a base, having a distal end, and configured to change positions of said distal end between over the base and cantilevered beyond the base; an object support connected to at least two links of the mechanism and configured to rotate from upright position with the distal end being over the base to upside down position with the distal end being cantilevered beyond the base; a winch mounted to the object support having a cable extended through said object support and configured for attaching the detachable object; and control means configured to manipulate the detachable object between being mounted upright and hanged by the cable at a predetermined height.

Abstract: A suspension device for suspending a sign or another article from an elongated object, which suspension device (1) comprises:—a base part (4);—a holder (3) connected to the base part;—two gripping shanks (10, 20) which are pivotally mounted to the base part and pivotable in relation to each other to and fro between an open position and a closed position, one of the gripping shanks being pivotable in relation to the base part about a first axis of pivotation and the other gripping shank being pivotable in relation to the base part about a second axis of pivotation, which extends in parallel with and at a distance from the first axis of pivotation;—at least one spring member (5a) acting between the gripping shanks; and—at least one gear mechanism (6a) with a first gear member (15a) rigidly connected to one of the gripping shanks and a second gear member (25a) rigidly connected to the other gripping shank, these gear members being in engagement with each other and arranged to be turned in relation to each other

Abstract: An electronic display and lighting arrangement for viewing by, and illumination for, a person in a resting position includes: an electronic display assembly including a first carriage movable along a translation axis, a first pivot arm coupled to the first carriage with the first pivot arm pivotable about a first pivot axis, and an electronic display coupled to the first pivot arm; and a lighting assembly including a second carriage movable in a direction parallel to the translation axis, and a light coupled to the second carriage and adjustably positionable by movement of the second carriage. The electronic display is adjustably positionable both along the translation axis by movement of the first carriage, and about the first pivot axis by movement of the first pivot arm about the first pivot axis.

Abstract: A swivel cover assembly includes a mounting plate with an opening and a door closing the opening for supporting a swivel hanger. The mounting plate forms a socket for suspending the swivel hanger. The door is hinged to the mounting plate to pivot downwardly from the mounting plate about an axis parallel to the plane of the mounting plate. A hinge member is integrally formed with the mounting plate and door. A fastening member latches the door in the closed position. The fastener can be a screw or a bendable tab that is manually bent to hold the door closed.

Abstract: A patient flatwall system comprises a generally horizontal track extending generally parallel and adjacent to a wall of a hospital room, and at least one patient flatwall coupled to the track for movement therealong and for rotational movement relative thereto about a generally vertical axis. The at least one flatwall has a plurality of service connectors. In another embodiment, a patient flatwall system comprises a short telescopic arm having a proximal end coupled to the track for movement therealong, and a patient flatwall coupled to a distal end of the telescopic arm for rotational movement about a generally vertical axis.

Abstract: According to the present disclosure, a projector lift is provided to raise and lower a projector from the ceiling. The projector lift includes a first mount normally coupled to the ceiling, a second mount supporting the projector, a driver configured to raise and lower the second mount and projector, and a stabilizer extending between the first and second mounts.

Abstract: A display supporting apparatus is connected to a display, and includes: a mounting member formed with a through hole extending through inner and outer side surfaces thereof along an axis; a pivoting member having a pivot portion abutting against the outer side surface of the mounting member and aligned with the through hole; a connecting unit including a positioning ring abutting against the inner side surface of the mounting member and aligned with the through hole, and a plurality of connecting members extending through the through hole to interconnect the positioning ring and the pivot portion, such that the mounting member is rotatable relative to the pivoting member about the axis; and a supporting member connected to and supporting the pivoting member.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising first and second elements and a connecting element is provided. The first element comprises a first terminal member, an intermediate member having first and second ends, and a second terminal member having a closed form channel. The connecting element goes through the channel thereby engaging the first and second elements. An axis connects the first terminal member and the intermediate member first end permitting a closed position, in which the first terminal member adjoins the intermediate member, and an open position, in which the first terminal member is away from the intermediate member. Another axis connects the second terminal member and the intermediate member second end permitting a closed position, in which the second terminal member adjoins the intermediate member, and an open position, in which the second terminal member is away from the intermediate member. The second element retains an object.

Abstract: A storage apparatus includes an elongate support rod pivotally mounted to a roof or ceiling structure for movement between a storage configuration adjacent and generally parallel to a ceiling and an extended configuration generally perpendicular to the ceiling. Upper and lower support members are attached to the support rod and are configured to removably hold items such as fishing rods. The support apparatus includes a capture member also mounted to the ceiling structure for releasably holding the support rod at the storage configuration.

Abstract: A sheet metal yoke for supporting a pair of main runners of a suspended ceiling grid in parallel alignment with a relatively narrow spacing, the yoke having an inverted U-shape with a horizontal span and a depending leg adjacent each end of the span, a lower end of each leg having a tab extending towards the other leg, the tab being proportioned to fit in a cross runner slot of a main runner and being capable of vertically supporting the main runner at a desired elevation.

Abstract: A projector lift raises and lowers a projector from the ceiling. The projector lift includes a first mount normally coupled to the ceiling, a second mount supporting the projector, a driver configured to raise and lower the second mount and projector, and a stabilizer extending between the first and second mounts.

Abstract: A vehicle instrument support and storage apparatus for a vehicle driven by a human driver who occupies a driver's seat of the vehicle provides a frame having a plate configured for attachment to a selected vehicle. The frame has a plurality of docking station positions. A rotary bearing is attachable to the vehicle. An instrument support includes a support panel and an arm having an inner and outer end portions, the arm inner end portion being connected to the rotary bearing. The instrument support panel is affixed to the outer end portion of the support arm. An interlock of the instrument support with one docking station places the instrument support panel in front of the driver of the vehicle. An interlock of the instrument support with the other docking station places the instrument support in a position that is spaced away from (laterally, circumferentially and/or radially) first position.

Abstract: A safety device for a cantilevered beam pivotally mounted adjacent one end thereof to a support surface is adapted to bridge the beam and the support surface and is structured so that when coupled to the beam and support surface, the safety device maintains the beam in a substantially fixed cantilevered condition until a downward force exceeding a threshold is applied to the beam and thereafter controls downward pivoting of the beam.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a microscope stand (11), in particular a stand for a surgical microscope, including a pivot support (12) and a mount (22) for mounting the microscope (16) to the microscope stand (11). The mount (22) is supported about a first axis of rotation (23) so that it is rotatable relative to pivot support (12) and capable of being braked, the mount being connected via braking force transmission means (30) to a brake (26), which defines a second axis of rotation (27) extending parallel to first axis of rotation (23). The braking force transmission means (30) include two transfer levers (31; 36), whose two ends (32, 33; 37, 38) are connected without play to the mount (22) and the brake (26), respectively, by respective pivot points (41, 46, 51, 56), which are radially spaced apart from their respective axes of rotation (23, 27).

Abstract: An anchor assembly structured for use in connection with ceiling or roofing structures for hanging industrial or commercial components, such as, for example, electrical conduits, heating units, water pipes for automatic water sprinkler systems, and the like. The anchor assembly is easy and quick to install, and also provides enhanced swivel capabilities or angular ranges of movement so as to accommodate various system and spatial requirements in connection with the suspension of the components. Suspension and lateral restraint systems are also disclosed.

Abstract: In order to enable mounting of a cabinet 1 having a display unit to a supporting base 9, axial members 121 and 131 in the shape of a regular polygonal prism are disposed in the cabinet 1 and fitting holes 91 and 92 into which the regular polygonal prisms can be fitted, respectively, are disposed in the supporting base 9. By opening and then closing, or opening and then moving the axial members 121 and 131, the user can fit or remove them into or from the fitting holes 91 and 92, respectively, so as to mount or demount the cabinet to or from the supporting base. By tilting the cabinet by an angle when fitting the axial members into the fitting holes, respectively, the user can change the rotational attitude of the cabinet 1 with respect to the supporting base. Thereby, the user can use the display unit at different times and at different positions with simple manipulations.

Abstract: A hunting equipment rest for use in a tree stand allows the hunter quick access to a weapon, thereby avoiding excess movement. A rigid member is affixed to the tree by a cinch strap. The apparatus is initially positioned such that a first trunk rest, fixed to the rigid member, sits against the tree horizontally, and a second pivoting trunk rest sits against the tree vertically. The second pivoting trunk rest is fixed to a pivot arm. The combination is attached to the rigid member by a pivot pin. The apparatus is locked into place by lowering the pivot arm, which levers the second pivoting trunk rest toward the tree to create tension in the strap. Attached to the pivot arm is a weapon hook, which swivels horizontally. The rest is suitable for a variety of weapons, and is easily installed or removed. The apparatus does not harm the tree.