Abstract: The invention is a window safety harness which can be clamped to the frame of a window and which provides a solid anchor point for a person working around the window. The device includes a bar for placement inside the window, a bar for placement outside the window, and a connecting piece which holds the bars in rigid, spaced apart relation to each other. Each end of both the inside and the outside bar have contact pads which are configured to contact the window frame. They also include a tightening mechanism which tightens the contact pads against the window frame and secures the device in the window frame. An anchor point allows a worker to attach himself to the anchor point for work outside the window, or to anchor a line to the window frame.

Abstract: A support device for supporting a musical instrument includes a base, the base includes a first side portion and a second side portion. The support device also includes a support body rotatably coupled to the base. The support body includes a first support surface and a second support surface. The first support surface defines a channel in the support body, the second support surface is substantially planar. The support body is configured to rotate between at least a first position and a second position around an axis intersecting the first side portion and the second side portion.

Abstract: A device to aid the unloading of support elements, the support elements comprising a lower shaft and an upper shaft telescopically coupled to each other. The device includes annular first and second bodies coaxially couplable with each other. Each annular body is provided with a through-hole that allow the upper shaft to extend through the through holes. The upper shaft is also supported by the first annular body using a transversely extending member. The second annular body rests on the lower shaft. An intermediate unloading wedge is positioned between the first and the second annular bodies coupled together, and is able to slide transversally with respect thereto. The sliding of the unloading wedge causes the first annular body and the second annular body to come together or move apart in the longitudinal direction and, therefore, reduce or increase, respectively, the total length of the support element.

Abstract: A support device for a flat appliance is disclosed. The support device includes a mounting plate having at least one hole defined therein. The mounting plate is adapted for attachment to a side of the flat appliance with a fastener extending through the at least one hole and into at least one corresponding receiving hole in the flat appliance. The device further includes a mounting bracket that is adapted for attachment to a stand structure. The device also includes a brace disposed between the mounting plate and the mounting bracket. The at least one hole in the mounting plate is adapted for accommodating the receiving hole of a variety of different flat appliances.

Abstract: An apparatus for bracing a masonry wall that is bowing or has begun to buckle as a result of hydrostatic pressure and/or other forces as may occur with the foundation or basement wall of a building. The wall restraint system includes a vertically disposed beam, which is positioned against a vertical concrete masonry wall and secured in place by a bottom bracket and a top bracket. The beam reinforces the wall and prevents further bowing, buckling, or potentially collapsing of the wall. One end of the beam is secured to the floor by a bottom bracket. The bottom bracket preferably receives the lower end of the beam. The upper end of the beam is secured against the basement wall by a top bracket or offset connector, which in turn is secured to one of the overhead floor joists. The beam may be offset to avoid piping or the like.

Abstract: An article and a process are provided for reducing the shear stress on an interface of a structural member in intimate contact with a compressive load. The article is in the form of a wedge that is forcibly placed against the sidewall of one end or both ends of the structural member. The wedge may take the form of a ring that can be placed on the inside or outside surface of a hollow cylindrical structural member. The process of forcibly placing a wedge against the sidewall at one or both ends of the structural member produces a transverse compressive stress upon the sidewall. The transverse compressive stress upon the sidewall attenuates the tendency of said sidewall to deflect when the structural member is subjected to a compressive load. A reduction in the deflection of the sidewall reduces the shear stress generated proximal to the interface of the structural member in intimate contact with a compressive load and increases the structural member load bearing capacity.

Abstract: The present invention shows a transport system for the transport of bulk goods, in particular of concrete, comprising a transport belt for the conveying of the bulk goods to an unloading point, wherein a rotary arm is provided which is rotatable about a vertical axis of rotation and which transports bulk goods to its free end and unloads them there. In this respect, the rotary arm is supported at a holder which is or can be arranged at a stationary support column such that the axis of rotation of the rotary arm extends eccentrically to the support column, with the rotary arm advantageously being arranged next to the support column, viewed from above, in at least one rotational position. The invention furthermore shows a corresponding support column as well as a method for the rebuilding of the transport system.

Abstract: A supporting bracket assembly for supporting a base unit of a portable computer includes a base, a supporting bracket, a locking member, and an operation portion. The supporting bracket is pivotably engaged with the base. The supporting bracket includes a supporting arm with a locking ring. A plurality of locking holes is defined in the locking ring. The locking member is slidably arranged in the base. The locking member includes a positioning post. The positioning post is selectively inserted in one of the locking holes of the supporting arm to lock the supporting bracket. The operation portion is connected with the locking member, and the locking member is driven by the operation portion to slide for locking or unlocking the supporting bracket.

Abstract: A portable terminal device includes a supporting leg which makes it possible to watch television in a standing state of the terminal device. The portable terminal device comprises a main body having a mounting groove formed in a rear surface thereof to have a predetermined length, the mounting groove having a plurality of catching grooves formed in one inner side surface thereof; and a supporting leg assembly having an end rotatably supported in the mounting groove. The supporting leg assembly comprises a supporting leg including a leg portion having a predetermined length, and a hollow head portion formed at one end of the leg portion and having one side opened. A cam member is inserted and supported in the head portion of the supporting leg with a spring received therein to be movable within a certain section in an axial direction. The cam member has a cam protrusion protruding outward to be caught to one of the catching grooves by an elastic force of the spring.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a motorcycle in an upright position. The apparatus includes a base and a wheel stop coupled thereto. A cradle is pivotably coupled to the base and includes a pair of clamp members slidably coupled thereto. The pair of clamp members are biased away from each other. In other embodiments, a chock apparatus and a method of holding a motorcycle in an upright, stable position using a chock apparatus are provided.

Abstract: The present invention features a kit for hanging string lights. The kit comprises a bracket and a mounting tool. In some embodiments, the bracket comprises a first plate having a first edge and a second edge, a second plate extending upwardly and along the first edge of the first plate, a third plate extending upwardly and along the second edge of the first plate, and a hook disposed on a surface of the third plate that extends in a direction away from the second plate. In some embodiments, a mounting tool comprises cup member attached to a pole. The cup member comprises a base member having a first end and a second end, a first arm attached to and extending outwardly from the first end of the base member, a second arm attached to and extending outwardly from the second end of the base member, the first and second arm extending outwardly in the same direction relative to the base member, and a pole attaching to and extending downwardly from the base member.

Abstract: An article support device includes a cradle and a support shaft. The cradle includes a cradle portion and a slip yoke portion. The cradle portion presents an open channel for receiving and supporting an article such as a fire arm, a camera or telescope. The slip yoke portion is enclosed by a slip yoke wall. The slip yoke wall perforated by a strap receiving slot for receiving into the slip yoke an article carrying strap. The support shaft is fixed to the cradle and is for supporting the cradle in an elevated position above the ground.

Abstract: The invention provides a grout pack restraining system, comprising a plurality of elongate elements shaped to extend about a grout pack and which are characterized in that they are configured to control circumferential expansion of the grout pack beyond the expansion permitted through material yield of the elements. In one embodiment the rings of different diameter are secured about the grout pack. In a further embodiment the rings are configured to be circumferentially expandable are secured about the grout pack.

Abstract: Disclosed is a six-bar linkage positioning mechanism mounted inside a clean container formed of a locating member and a four-bar linkage and a driving module which, when moved, has the slide of the driving module stopped at the base of the cleaning container and be forced to move upwards relative to a sliding way inside the locating member and to cause the driving link of the driving module to drive the four-bar linkage upwards and to further force the second link of the four-bar linkage to push workpieces in respective insertion slots in a cassette on the clean container. The six-bar linkage positioning mechanism has only one degree of freedom so that it moves workpieces horizontally in the cassette into position by means of contact at a point, preventing contamination due to friction and also improving moving stability.

Abstract: An electronic device comprises a back cover and a support. The back cover defines a first contact area. The support is pivoted to the back cover by a pivot shaft, defines a second contact area contacting the first contact area. A plurality of positioning holes are defined in and disposed on the second contact area around the pivot shaft. The electronic device further comprises at least one retractable spring balls projected from the first contact area of the back cover. The spring balls are configured for cooperating with the positioning holes of the support. The support can stay at a variety of positions.

Abstract: A supporting device of the invention comprises a main body, a shaft, and a rotating component. The main body comprises a sliding path and an opening. The shaft and the rotating component can slide along the sliding path. The rotating component is connected to the shaft. The shaft and at least a part of the rotating component can then be extended beyond the main body through the opening. Through the aforementioned configuration, the shaft can rotate with respect to the main body when the shaft and at least a part of the rotating component are extended beyond the main body.

Abstract: Provided are, among other things, apparatuses for supporting a video camera. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes: a harness adapted for wearing on a user's upper body, the harness including a front section which, in use, covers at least a portion of at least one of the user's chest and abdomen, and a rear section which, in use, covers at least a portion of the user's back; and a flexible rod having a proximal end secured to the rear section of the harness and a distal end that extends up above the harness when the flexible rod is unweighted.

Abstract: A support structure for cuttable members includes side members and feet attached to offset toothed cross members. The toothed cross members are adjustable to support a plurality of cuttable members of different lengths, diameters, and/or sizes. A lower toothed cross member acts as a balance point, with the majority of the cuttable member extending away from the lower toothed cross member side of the support structure. A upper toothed cross member applies a counterbalancing downward force against the cuttable member, securely holding the cuttable member until the center of gravity moves to the upper toothed cross member side of the lower toothed cross member.

Abstract: An outrigger is provided. The outrigger includes an arm including a receiving portion, an arm-strapping yoke pivotally coupled to the receiving portion of the arm, and at least one securing pin received in the arm-strapping yoke. The arm-strapping yoke has at least one engaging edge. The at least one securing pin is configured to force the at least one engaging edge of the arm-strapping yoke into a surface of a structure when a banding strap received in the arm-strapping yoke is tightened around the structure and the at least one securing pin.

Abstract: A load supporting device, and method for supporting a building in fixed relation relative to the surface of the earth is disclosed and which includes a base member which rests on a supporting surface; and an arm member mounted on the base member and which extends laterally outwardly relative thereto, and wherein the load is supported on each of the base member and the arm member, and further a method for employing the present load supporting device for supporting a building.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a molding piece such as a piece of chair molding or crown molding against a wall surface at a prescribed distance from a floor surface. The apparatus includes an elongate body having opposing first and second ends and a head assembly coupled to the first end of the elongate body. The head assembly is configured to encapsulate and support a portion of the molding piece that is disposed adjacent the wall surface at a prescribed distance from said floor surface while the second end of the elongate body is disposed adjacent to the floor surface and the first end of the elongate body is disposed adjacent the wall surface. The apparatus thereby supports the encapsulated portion of the molding piece that is disposed adjacent the wall surface at said prescribed distance from said floor surface without further intervention.

Abstract: A ceiling panel installation bracket has first and second flanges, and is alternatively attachable to an overhead joist or to a vertical surface of a top plate spanning a set of wall studs. The bracket has a hinged flange to which an elongated, oblique, floor-engaging, panel support can be secured. Two assemblies, each consisting of a bracket and an elongated panel support are used in laterally space relationship to guide a ceiling panel into place. Retractable stops provided on the oblique supports are used to support a ceiling panel temporarily.

Abstract: The invention provides a post support including means for contacting a surface in or on which the post is to be set. The post support has brace means for contacting the post and hook means for embracing the post. The invention also provides a post support system having two or more post supports, and a method of supporting a post in a chosen position.

Abstract: A hood stay apparatus for an engine room in heavy construction equipment is provided, which can safely keep an engine hood in an open state even if an external force is abruptly generated due to vibration, wind, and the like, and can facilitate an opening/closing operation of the engine hood.

Abstract: A knee brace for a ladder including a first flange and a second flange. The brace includes a web extending from the first flange and the second flange which together form a u-shaped cross-section. The brace includes a first portion that connects to a step. The brace includes a second portion which connects to the rail and terminates at a distance from a joint. The second portion's first and second flanges and web presenting three contact surfaces which connect to the rail and extend essentially in parallel with the rail and conforms with the rail to which the knee brace is attached so forces can be transferred therebetween. The first and second flanges contact a first rail flange and second rail flange, respectively, and the web contacts the web of the rail of u-shaped cross-section. The brace includes a first rivet extending through the first rail flange and first flange. The brace includes a second rivet extending through the second rail flange and the second flange adjacent the rail end.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lowering device (10) for the construction industry, which comprises a support structure. The lowering device comprises a plate (17) holding a locking mechanism (16) and blocking or releasing the mobility of bolts (12, 13). The bolts (12, 13) are firmly linked with a support structure and are fastened on the locking mechanism (16) in a controlled manner to such an extent that, in a first position, the support structure linked with the lowering device (10) is lifted and, in a second position of the locking mechanism, the support structure linked therewith is lowered as much as the locking mechanism permits.

Abstract: A supporting device is described. The supporting device includes a shell, a release mechanism, a rotational mechanism, and a support frame. The shell includes a release chamber disposed at the central position of the shell and a rotational chamber through the shell and perpendicular to the release chamber. The release mechanism is disposed in the release chamber for operating the support frame. The rotational mechanism is disposed in the rotational chamber and protrudes to move correlatively with the release mechanism. The support frame is coupled to the rotational mechanism and is unfolded outwardly for supporting an apparatus. The support frame is closed into the equipment by operating the release mechanism.

Abstract: A grill lid prop has first and second propping elements that are compressively held to one another by a handle. The grill lid prop also includes thermometer holders, allowing the user to determine the actual cooking temperatures at two different cooking locations. The thermometer holders may be openings in the grill lid prop or attachments on tire side of the grill lid prop. The first and second propping elements are slideably movable relative to one another.

Abstract: The invention provides a device for avoiding inattentive-fall of a legged furniture article, comprising a support means having a cavity for passage of a leg member of the furniture article; and at least one roller rotatably attached to the support means, wherein the roller and the cavity are arranged vertically in a staggered mode. In the device of the invention, a simple one-way roller structure is used in order to enhance greatly the stability of the furniture article as well as impart the advantages of easy installation and convenient use to the device of the invention.

Abstract: An offset slider crank mechanism is connected a main body and an open/closed body. The open/closed body is pivoted to the main body in a foldable manner. A slot is disposed on the main body. A width between a first end of the slot and a second end of the slot is increasing. The offset slider crank mechanism includes a crank. A first end of the crank is connected to the open/closed body in a rotatable manner. The offset slider crank mechanism further includes a slider connected to a second end of the crank and set inside the slot in a slidable manner. When the slider engages at the first end of the slot, the slider deforms at a first deformation. When the slider engages at the second end of the slot, the slider deforms at a second deformation. The first deformation is greater than the second deformation.

Abstract: A supporting member (10), typically a fence post, or grape vine support post, including a hollow elongate member (11) having an outer rim (22), a plurality of longitudinally extending ribs (23,24,25) connected to the inside surface of the outer rim (22) and a high impact substance (27) inside the hollow elongate member (11) adapted to provide extra strength.

Abstract: An arrangement for supporting a building wall, such as a foundation wall, against inward movement caused by shifting of adjacent soil or by hydrostatic forces or other forces acting on the exterior surface of the wall to push it inwardly. The support arrangement includes upper and lower jacking members that each engage respective upper and lower sections of a support beam that is placed vertically against the surface of the wall to be supported. Each jacking member includes a respective jackscrew that is rotatable for applying a wall holding or a wall restoring force to either or both of the upper and lower sections of the wall.

Abstract: A retractable solar panel system, which includes a plurality of solar panels, and a system for extending and retracting the plurality of solar panels. The plurality of solar panels can be configured to be attachable to a nautical stay, wherein the stay is fixed at one end to a hull of the sailboat and at a second end to a mast of the sailboat.

Abstract: An outboard motor and steering system motion stabilizer that positively locks the outboard motor and steering system in the proper position for trailering. This design effectively isolates the road-to-trailer-to-motor shock transfer that is delivered to the lower unit of the outboard by traditional transom savers that brace the outboard to the trailer. This invention is universally designed to be easy for the user to setup to fit most outboard brands and sizes with hydraulic tilt and trim systems.

Abstract: A clamping device into which can be fitted a brush, roller, or any other tool or attachment. The hollow part of the pole attached to the clamping device used to house the handle of the painting tool which is also held tightly by the said clamp. Also on the said pole an adjustable guard or spacer to assist the painter to hold the brush on the surface being painted steadily and with even pressure and to assist painting long, straight and accurate strokes. The brush, roller or any other attachment can be fitted and clamped to the head of the pole with the aid of butterfly-clips, clamps or such similar devices, thus enabling quick and easy changes of the tool.

Abstract: The invention is a framed opening bracing system. The invention features frame bracing devices which attach to the framed opening and to the flooring or other surface of a construction job site. The devices attach to the frame via a versatile clamp unit or a corner support unit and extend to the floor via bracing arms. The corner support unit attaches via pressure applied at an angle to the frames corner and the versatile clamp unit attaches via pressure applied to the facings of the frame. The arms feature two levels of adjustment, a relative distance adjustment and a fine tune distance adjustment, which can be manipulated to set a framed opening to plumb and to keep the frame securely in place during wall construction.

Abstract: An anchor rack having a coupling pawl has a plurality of slots on the coupling pawl and a conical outer surface. A sleeve and an elastic element are provided to be coupled with the coupling pawl to form interactions with one another. The coupling pawl has an opening which can be extended or shrunk. Hence a housing space formed in the coupling pawl also can be extended or shrunk. Thereby a tight coupling with a holding rack can be easily formed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hood rod retention mechanism having a component, at least one extension, and a hood rod. The at least one extension is integrated into the component and has a base that extends from a surface of the component and a top. The hood rod is retained by the at least one extension when the hood rod is adjacent the at least one extension.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for stabilizing a stationary trailer. One embodiment of the device comprises a jack and a stabilizing member. The jack attaches to the bottom of the trailer, such that when the jack is extended, a base component of the jack engages the ground. A stabilizing member attaches at one end to the base of the jack and attaches at the other end to the bottom of the trailer. The length of the stabilizing member adjusts such that the stabilizing member has one length when the jack is in the raised position, and a second length when the jack is in the lowered position. The length of the stabilizing member may be locked such that the stabilizing member retains a particular length.

Abstract: A hinged spreader board of a pre-set length with shaped ends is pivoted open inside a frame to mate with the inside faces of the sides of a frame and maintain the sides apart by the length of the board while attaching the frame to a wall. Additional hinged sections of pre-set lengths allow the spreader board to be opened to various lengths to accommodate frames of different widths. The frame spreader boards fold up for storage.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for setting a door frame in position before adjacent walls are built and for maintaining the dimensions of the door frame during the building of the adjacent walls. The apparatus of the present invention generally includes two main components, specifically a first extension assembly and a second extension assembly. The first extension assembly and second extension assembly adjustably engage to provide a cost effective and efficient apparatus and method for setting a door frame in position before adjacent walls are built and for maintaining the dimensions of the door frame during the building of the adjacent walls. The apparatus is adjustable, lightweight, and easily portable by hand from worksite to worksite.

Abstract: A bracket assembly for a portable unit. The assembly is pivotally mounted to the back of the unit and includes a frame member secured to the pivotally mounted member. A cover assembly is releasably secured to the frame member and can be moved to various positions with respect thereto. The cover assembly includes a locking assembly for locking and unlocking the cover assembly relative to the frame member.

Abstract: An adjustable lumber stand system may include a pair of adjustable leg assemblies. Each leg assembly may comprise a first external tubular section into which a second internal section may longitudinally slidably adjust. A pair of base anchors configured to anchor the pair of adjustable leg assemblies may be coupled to lower ends of the first external tubular sections. A pair of adjustable support bracket assemblies may comprise a brace and a support arm configured to support lumber. The first end portions of the support arms and the braces may be coupled to one another and second end portions of the support arms and the braces may be coupled to different locations on the first external tubular sections. A pair of top anchors configured to anchor the pair of adjustable leg assemblies to a structure may be coupled to upper ends of the second internal section.

Abstract: A brace is provided so as to be able to maintain the open position of a lid of a keyboard musical instrument (grand piano), is able to rotate between an erect position that maintains an open position of lid and a collapsed position, and is able to be self-standing in the erect position. A position regulating section is provided between brace and body of grand piano that maintains an angle of rotation of brace at a constant angle.

Abstract: An improved emergency vehicle support kit comprises a cylinder and two pistons attached to form a telescoping device. When assembled, the telescoping device attaches to an improved vehicle support base plate by a swivel support base plate adapter. The support base plate also attaches to swivel support base plate adapter, and this adapter rotates approximately 340 degrees along the upper vehicle support base plate surface. With this swivel support base plate adapter, the operator can manually orient the telescoping device either vertically or at an angle. Knurled connecting collars comprise circular interior lips which prevent each first and second piston from inadvertently falling from the cylinder or the wider piston, as the case may be.

Abstract: A brace to be able to maintain the open position of a lid of a keyboard musical instrument (grand piano), is able to rotate between an erect position that maintains an open position of lid and a collapsed position, and is able to be self-standing in the erect position. A position regulating section is provided between brace and body of grand piano that maintains an angle of rotation of brace at a constant angle.

Abstract: A security brace for impeding forced entry into a room through an entry door. The brace comprises a plurality of elongated pole members with foot members secured at a first end of the pole member, and a block member operatively coupled to a second end of the pole members. The block member has a top planar surface with a yoke projecting upward from the top planar surface. The yoke is adapted to receive the shaft of a door knob lock set. When an uninvited intruder applies force to open the entry door, the force vector is directed down the pole members and holds the foot members against the floor, thus impeding the door from swinging open.

Abstract: A mine prop is comprised of an elongate tube having a slenderness ratio that would generally allow buckling or kneeling of the elongate tube when exposed to a sufficient axial force. A plurality of elongate support members having a length less than the elongate tube are attached to the tube to prevent buckling or kneeling of the elongate tube along the portion of the tube to which the elongate support members are attached. The portions of the tube that are unsupported by the elongate support members define one or more yieldable zones proximate at least one end of the tube. A compressible filler material is disposed within at least portion of the tube to support yielding in the yieldable zone.

Abstract: Extruded brackets for use in pre-cast panel forming systems are provided. The brackets generally have first and second mounting faces, at least one support face, and miter cut edges defined by a first and second miter plane. The brackets may have more than one support face. Additionally, a pre-cast panel forming system is provided. The system generally has at least one pre-cast panel form and at least one bracket for attachment to the at least one panel form. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that is will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A mine prop is comprised of an elongate tube having a slenderness ratio that would generally allow buckling or kneeling of the elongate tube when exposed to a sufficient axial force. A plurality of elongate support members having a length less than the elongate tube are attached to the tube to prevent buckling or kneeling of the elongate tube along the portion of the tube to which the elongate support members are attached. The portions of the tube that are unsupported by the elongate support members define one or more yieldable zones proximate at least one end of the tube. A compressible filler material is disposed within at least portion of the tube to support yielding in the yieldable zone.