Abstract: A collapsible pan tilt has two or more tilt bases connected to one another by a base hinge. The tilt bases can be relatively long and narrow members that have a flat bottom surface and an angled/tilted top surface. At a proximal end of the tilt bases can be a base hinge connecting the two or more tilt bases together. A single base hinge can connect all of the tilt bases together; alternatively, multiple base hinges can be utilized. A pan stop can be incorporated to stop the pan or other item that is placed on the tilted top surface from sliding down off of the pan tilt. A lid holder can be incorporated in the tilt bases. Additionally, one or more of the hinges can be attached at the distal ends of two or more of the tilt bases in some embodiments.

Abstract: A portable support for supporting equipment above a surface having an opening to a subsurface space. The support includes a head, an elevator on the head, and legs connected to the head for supporting the head above the surface. Each of the legs has a foot for engaging the surface when supporting the head above the surface. The support also includes an elongate rod vertically mounted on the elevator for movement between a raised position, in which an upper end of the rod extends above the head, and a lowered position, in which a lower end of the rod extends below the feet of the legs to extend into the subsurface space. The support includes an instrument platform positionable on the lower end of the rod when in the lowered position to support the equipment in the subsurface space when the rod is in the lowered position.

Abstract: A support apparatus supports an electronic device on a supporting surface. The support apparatus includes a first support leg and a second support leg. One end of the first support leg is rotatably connected to the electronic device, and the first support leg defines a receiving space therein. One end of the second support leg is rotatably connected to an opposite end of the first support leg. When in a closed state, the support apparatus is completely stowed in the electronic device. When the support apparatus is in a first inclined state, the second support leg is received in the receiving space but the support apparatus is oriented in a position obliquely unfolded from the electronic device. When in a second inclined state, the support apparatus is oriented in the position obliquely unfolded from the electronic device, but the second support leg is unfolded from the receiving space.

Abstract: A collapsible folding stand for use with a portable table saw that is attached to the stand. In a closed position, the stand is generally vertically oriented with the object attached to a top frame. To open the stand a locking mechanism is released which enables a folding mechanism supporting the top frame to unfold in a manner whereby the rear legs having wheels that separate from forward side struts which contact the ground, with the center of gravity of the object being positioned between the wheels and the front ground contact points so that the weight of the object tends to separate the same and bring the top frame into a generally horizontal position. To move the rolling stand to its closed position, the user needs only to lift the handle and the top frame will then move to its generally vertical closed position.

Abstract: A support mechanism for supporting an electronic device is disclosed. The support mechanism comprises two support assemblies detachably assembled together, each support assembly comprising an adjustable member defining a latching groove; and a support member rotatably connected to the adjusting member, the support member of one of the two support assemblies being capable of being partially received in the latching groove of the adjustable member of another one of the two support assemblies.

Abstract: A mobile tool stand includes a base frame unit, a support unit connected to the base frame unit for supporting the base frame unit on the floor, and a carrier unit. The carrier unit includes a carrier plate for carrying a machine tool, a pair of links pivotally connected between the carrier plate and the base frame unit and movable relative to the carrier plate to move the stand between a collapsed position and a supporting position, and a pair of coupling rods pivotally connected to the carrier plate and slidingly coupled to the base frame unit, such that the coupling rods are movable in and out of the base frame unit. Thus, the tool that is carried on the carrier plate can be safely moved from place to place when the mobile tool stand is set in the collapsed, transporting condition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a frame having variable dimensions, comprising a plurality of telescoping legs arranged in first and second pairs, with each leg of said first pair being rotatably coupled together and each leg of said second pair being rotatably coupled together; and a scissor link mechanism coupled between the legs of said first and second pairs to vary a length of said plurality of legs in response to a distance between said first and second pairs varying. In one embodiment one end of each of said legs of said first pair is rotatably coupled together and one end of each of said legs of said second pair are rotatably coupled together. In this manner, the dimensions of the frame may be varied to accommodate support of a flexible body, such as a plastic bag, paper sack, fabric sack and the like to provide the same with a desired volume and/or an opening of the same with desired dimensions.

Abstract: A collapsible folding stand for use with an object that is attached to the stand. In the closed position, the stand is generally vertically oriented with the object attached to a top frame. To open the stand a locking mechanism is released which enables a folding mechanism supporting the top frame to unfold in a manner whereby the rear legs having wheels that separate from forward side struts which contact the ground, with the center of gravity of the object being positioned between the wheels and the front ground contact points so that the weight of the object tends to separate the same and bring the top frame into a generally horizontal position. To move the stand to its closed position, the handle is lifted to move the top frame to its generally vertical closed position.

Abstract: A foldable tool stand includes a main shaft, a pair of base plates affixed to the main shaft and two pairs of legs. The main shaft has a first end, a second end, and positioning members respectively provided at the first end and the second end for securing a machine tool. The legs are movable from an extended supporting position to support the stand on the floor to a collapsed position where the legs are closely aligned along the main shaft. By means of utilizing the foldable characteristic of the legs, the foldable tool stand and the machine tool carried on the foldable tool stand provide significant benefits because of its high mobility.

Abstract: A collapsible folding stand for use with a portable table saw or other object that is attached to the stand and is capable of being manipulated between open and closed positions. In the closed position, the stand is generally vertically oriented with the object attached to a top frame. To open the stand a locking mechanism is released which enables a folding mechanism supporting the top frame to unfold in a manner whereby the rear legs having wheels that separate from forward side struts which contact the ground, with the center of gravity of the object being positioned between the wheels and the front ground contact points so that the weight of the object tends to separate the same and bring the top frame into a generally horizontal position. To move the rolling stand to its closed position, the user needs only to lift the handle and the top frame will then move to its generally vertical closed position.

Abstract: A continuously angle-adjustable multifunction tripod is provided. The continuously angle-adjustable multifunction tripod includes a connecting base, at least three legs, an adjusting cap, and a supporter. The adjusting cap and the supporter are disposed on and under the connecting base, respectively. Each of the legs is peripherally distributed around the supporter. Upper ends of the legs are movably connected to the connecting base. Distances between the adjusting cap, the connecting base and the supporter are adjustable along a vertical direction, and can be relatively fixed at anywhere therebetween. Meanwhile, a bottom of the adjusting cap and the supporter clamp and fix the legs, so that an angle of each of the legs relative to the horizontal plane can be arbitrarily adjusted in a range from 0° to 90° in accordance with variations of relative positions of the adjusting cap, the connecting base, and the supporter.

Abstract: A heat gun has a body with a support mechanism mounted on the handle. The support mechanism includes at least one arm moveably mounted on the handle and which is capable of moving between a first retracted position and a second extended position. The at least one arm, when it is in its extended position, is capable of co-operating with the body to form a platform upon which the heat gun can rest on a work surface while the nozzle is placed remotely from the work surface.

Abstract: A method of attaching a mounting bracket to a substrate having a throughhole includes providing the bracket with two clamp halves. One of the clamp halves is translated in a radially inward direction relative to a body of the bracket to thereby place the one clamp half in a stowed position. The bracket is partially inserted through the throughhole such that the one clamp half in the stowed position passes through the throughhole and the other clamp half does not pass through the throughhole. After the partially inserting step, the one clamp half is translated in a radially outward direction relative to the body of the bracket to thereby place the one clamp half in an operable position. A threaded member that is threadedly engaged to the one clamp half is rotated to thereby move the one clamp half toward the other clamp half until the substrate is clamped between the two clamp halves.

Abstract: The present invention involves a projector mount and leveling system for securely connecting and aligning a working unit, such as a projector, to the ceiling of a room. The present invention has a ceiling component with upper and lower sections, the upper section of the ceiling component attaches to a mounting surface, typically the mounting surface is a ceiling, a mounting bracket connects to the lower section of the ceiling component; a plurality of offset articulated legs, each offset articulated leg having a proximal end, and a distal end with a threaded leveling barrel opening; and threaded leveling barrels, wherein the offset articulated legs connect to the mounting bracket at the proximal end, and the offset articulated legs connect at the distal ends to a projector with the threaded leveling barrels.

Abstract: An instrument stand with variable ground contact positions of its supporting pods is disclosed. It has a standing post mounted with two positioning rings. One of them is fixed, and the other can slide relative to the former. The positioning rings have several supporting bases and several connecting elements that fix with the supporting bases after angle adjustment. The supporting pods are locked on the two positioning rings. Each supporting pod is controlled by the relative motion of the two positioning rings to expand and collapse. The ground contact positions of the supporting pods of the invention are thus variable.

Abstract: A foldable easel strut assembly is provided for supporting the easel when the easel is in use, and for moving the legs of the easel to a storage position when the easel is to be stored. The invention comprises an easel support board to which a rear leg assembly is pivotally connected. A pair of forward struts are pivotally connected at a first end to the support board. A pair of rear struts each have a first end pivotally connected to a second end of a corresponding forward strut, and a second end of each rear strut is pivotally connected to the rear leg assembly. Each rear strut includes a stop flange that abuts an upper edge of a corresponding forward strut when the rear leg assembly is pivoted away from the support board to a maximum position. In an embodiment, two front legs are pivotally connected to the support board, and the rear leg assembly comprises a rear leg member that pivotally folds against a bracket, and the bracket folds against the support board, when the easel is in its storage position.

Abstract: A display having retractable support is provided which includes a body and two struts. The body has a display panel disposed on a front surface of the body. Moreover, the body has two chambers defined in the body and two openings respectively communicate the two chambers with the exterior of the body. Each of the struts is movably inserted into one of the chambers via the corresponding opening respectively, for being moved between a contained position and a support position by hands or by elastic members. When each strut is moved to the contained position, the strut is accommodated in the corresponding chamber. When each strut is move to the support position, at least one part of each strut is protruded out of the body for supporting the display above a placement plane.

Abstract: A tripod has an extensible strut for improving the stability thereof by tying the strut to a sturdy object. In another aspect of the invention, a method of using a tripod includes attaching the tripod to a sturdy object. In another aspect of the invention, a novel caster wheel mechanism permits easy relocation of the tripod. In another aspect of the invention, a multi-function support is provided. In yet another aspect of the invention, a tool rack is provided supported by the tripod.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a central support shaft that has an elongated shape provided with axially opposed ends. Rectilinear legs have opposed ends conjoined to the bottom support shaft end and extending outwardly therefrom at an oblique angle. The legs are pivotal between compressed and expanded positions. Auxiliary support shafts have elongated shapes provided with opposed medial and lateral ends. The auxiliary shafts are pivotally conjoined to the brackets and pivotal about the medial ends, such that the auxiliary shafts can be independently biased between vertical and horizontal positions. Brackets are attached to the central support shaft and spaced along a longitudinal length thereof. Clamps are positional along the auxiliary shafts. Each clamp is adaptable between open and closed positions for releasing and gripping the window blind. The window blind is centrally registered between the auxiliary support shafts during cleaning operations.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand includes a base, a rod mounted on the base, a first mounting seat mounted on the rod, a second mounting seat mounted on the rod and located between the base and the first mounting seat, a plurality of first support members each detachably mounted on the first mounting seat, and a plurality of second support members each detachably mounted on the second mounting seat. Thus, the musical instrument stand has a plurality of first support members and a plurality of second support members for supporting a plurality of musical instruments without having to provide multiple musical instrument stands to support different musical instruments, thereby decreasing the purchase costs, and thereby saving the space of storage.

Abstract: A collapsible two tier support as for use in camping dishwashing is formed by four uprights connected by pivoted cross brace sets and having a fabric panel defining on upper support connected to the tops. Additional cross brace sets support a second fabric panel at a lower level adjacent the uprights. The entire assemblage is collapsible by pivoting action of the cross brace members.

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

Abstract: A folding banjo and guitar stand made-up of a first inverted U-shaped bar, with an upper portion, a middle portion and a lower portion with two ends, that acts as a rear support for a banjo or a guitar being secured in an upright position by a second inverted U-shaped bar, with an upper portion and a lower portion with two ends, that is attached to the lower portion of the first inverted U-shaped bar and two folding support hinges that attach the upper portion of the first inverted U-shaped bar to the upper portion of the second inverted U-shaped bar. The folding banjo and guitar stand is also foldable, lightweight and is designed to protect a secured instrument and ground surfaces from scratching and damage.

Abstract: A collapsible data entry panel comprises, an upper layer of flexible sheet material having formed keys on its outer surface and conductive areas or contacts on its inner surface, a lower layer of flexible sheet material having conductive circuits or traces on its inner surface, and resilient, flexible frame around the peripheral margins of the sheet material layers that pulls the layers taut so that they are parallel to and spaced apart from one another. Depression of a formed key will cause a corresponding, underlying contact to connect with the conductive trace carried by the lower layer, and thereby complete a circuit representative of the depressed key. The data entry panel of the invention is collapsible to a surface area less than ½ of its extended configuration by twisting the respective ends of the panel in opposite directions, while applying a slight inward pressure. In its collapsed configuration, the panel can readily fit into a shirt pocket or purse.

Abstract: A reducible support system for supporting various items is presented in various embodiments. A reducible support structure, may comprise an operation element which may be attached to an orthogonal element. Limbs, preferably a tripod may be attached to the operation element and a plug element may provide a slide so that the limbs or tripod may open and collapse easily.

Abstract: A folding banjo and guitar stand made-up of a first inverted U-shaped bar, with an upper portion, a middle portion and a lower portion with two ends, that acts as a rear support for a banjo or a guitar being secured in an upright position by a second inverted U-shaped bar, with an upper portion and a lower portion with two ends, that is attached to the lower portion of the first inverted U-shaped bar and two folding support hinges that attach the upper portion of the first inverted U-shaped bar to the upper portion of the second inverted U-shaped bar. The folding banjo and guitar stand is also foldable, lightweight and is designed to protect a secured instrument and ground surfaces from scratching and damage.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a main support frame, a first hollow leg, a second hollow leg, a first bracket, a second bracket, an adjustment seat, and a head block. The first bracket has a connector disposed on the first hollow leg. The second bracket has a connecting brace disposed on the second hollow leg. The head block has a pair of side pillars to receive a pair of cushions, a lower tube and a pair of lugs disposed on a lower portion of the lower tube. The adjustment seat is connected to the head block, the first hollow leg, and the second hollow leg. The main support frame has a main hollow rod, a three-way joint, a first support rod, and a second support rod. The three-way joint has an upper tube to receive the main hollow rod and a hollow socket connected to the upper tube. The hollow socket receives the first support rod and the second support rod.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a rear support frame, a first front leg, a second front leg, an adjusting seat, an upper block connected to the rear support frame, the adjusting seat connected to the upper block, the first front leg and the second front leg, a first bracket disposed on the first front leg, and a second bracket disposed on the second front leg.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a rear support frame, a first front leg, a second front leg, an adjusting seat, an upper block connected to the rear support frame, the adjusting seat connected to the upper block, the first front leg and the second front leg, a first bracket disposed on the first front leg, and a second bracket disposed on the second front leg.

Abstract: A guitar stand is disclosed. The guitar stand comprises two rest frames, two back support arms, two tilt prevention feet, and two stoppers. The rest frames support a guitar at the bottom portion of the guitar, the rest frames being hinged to each other at their rear ends and respectively having recesses in the rear portions of their lower surfaces. Two back support arms support the guitar at the back portion of the guitar, the back support arms being respectively connected to the rear portions of outer side surfaces of the rest frames to be rotated in a vertical plane directed forward and rearward. The tilt prevention feet prevent the guitar stand from being tilted to the right or left and sustain the back support arms in raised positions, the tilt prevention feet being respectively connected to the rest frames to be rotated in a horizontal plane while being positioned in the recesses of the rest frames.

Abstract: A stand for a musical instrument, comprising first and second base members being hingedly connected to one another and being adjustable to move the stand base members between a closed position and an open position. Each base member includes an arm which is pivotably moveable between a retracted position, wherein the arm is flush with the base member, and an extended position, wherein the arm cooperates with an angled portion of each respective base member to support the musical instrument therein. A flexible strap connects lower ends of the base members to prevent the stand from opening beyond the open position thereof.

Abstract: Collapsible nursery stand comprising a pair of scissor action side frames each comprising a pair of limbs (6, 8) from upper regions of which U-shaped link members depend which swingingly support a carry-cot (36) or the like. The link members may be interconnected by a frame (22) for holding the carry-cot (36). On each side of the stand a strut (50) extends between the limbs (6, 8) to hold the stand in an erected configuration so that the carry-cot (36) can swing on the links. Each strut includes a securing means which can be released to permit the stand to collapse. Lower ends of the links move towards each other as this occurs. The securing means may comprise a plate (49) with a track (54), a pair of telescoping members, a hooked bar, an over centre latch mechanism or a strut which is slidingly engageable with one limb member.

Abstract: A regulatory flexible highway sign of rectangular configuration that may be rolled up for transport and for storage is disclosed. The rolled up "sign" package and a foldable sign stand for securing the sign in a message display position are disclosed. When the flexible highway sign is arranged in a display position, it is vertically supported by means of a pair of angularly oriented, long flexible members by a holding assembly constructed and designed to permit pivotal movement of the two flexible members between an angularly oriented sign displaying position and a side by side disassembled position whereby the pivot for the flexible members does not bear a load. The sign per se is maintained in a display position by frame members secured thereto including a pair of longitudinal members pivotably secured to the sign so that when longitudinally aligned secure the flexible sign in a display position. This is achieved by means of a sliding C-clamp member.

Abstract: A foldable guitar stand having a generally U-shaped body with the U opening toward the front side of the stand. A pair of front legs respectively attached to the left and right front sides of the stand and rotatable left and right at their journaled attachment to the front of the body. Left and right rear legs attached to the left and right ends toward the rear side of the body and journaled to swing forward and rearward. Right and left support members attached at the rear of the body and swingable upward to support the rear of the guitar stand. Buffers may be placed on the supporting surfaces of the stand.

Abstract: The support for musical instruments is a stand which is flat and compact in its folded position and which deploys into a 3-dimensional stand which is adjustable to receive and support different sizes and shapes of musical instruments. The support has a double T-bar base to which two base arms swing out to provide lateral support. A lower support frame is pivoted to swing up from the T-bar base, and it carries an instrument pocket or recess. The upper support frame is pivoted on the lower support frame and is detachably secured to the T-bar base. The upper support frame also carries an instrument pocket so that an instrument can lie in the two pockets to be securely supported.

Abstract: An attachment for carrying flat furniture components on a dolly, which includes a main frame for supporting the furniture components on the dolly, a main frame attachment arrangement for detachably attaching the main frame to the dolly in raised position, a pivot frame attached to the main frame for supporting the main frame, a pivot frame attachment arrangement for detachably attaching the pivot frame to the dolly, and a strapping arrangement for strapping the furniture component to the main frame.

Abstract: A display stand including a base, a post disposed on the base, a pair of arms pivotally coupled to the post and each having an upper rod fixed to an outer end, two springs biasing the arms upward, a pair of links having an upper end pivotally coupled to the outer ends of the arms and having a lower end pivotally coupled together, a lower rod coupled to the lower ends of the links, whereby the arms will be caused to rotate downward when an object is disposed on the lower rod so that the upper rods will be caused to move toward the object in order to hold the object in place.

Abstract: A compact collapsible portable guitar stand that has a rear support leg, a backrest support leg, and a pair of lateral side support legs all of which are pivotally secured to a T hinge assembly. A pair of support arms having upright members on their front ends each have their rear ends pivotally secured to the hinge assembly and they function to support the bottom end of a guitar. All of the support legs and support arms when in their collapsed position are longitudinally aligned with each other.

Abstract: A portable, light weight, collapsible IV stand includes telescoping height adjustable hollow tubing sections having IV bag support arms pivoted from a storage position within the top tubing section to a use position locked in a horizontal plane. The IV stand further includes support legs that are stored within the bottom section of tubing and they are extended into a stable tripod configuration in their use position.

Abstract: A collapsible keyboard stand is described which also serves as its own carrying case. The keyboard stand includes (a) an upright support column which includes a cavity at each end, (b) a handle member attached to the column between its upper and lower ends, (c) an openable cover at the upper end of the column, (d) at least two arm members detachably mounted on the support column to define a horizontal support for a keyboard, (e) at least three leg members pivotably attached to the lower end of the support column. The leg members are pivotable to a position parallel to the longitudinal axis of the support column and can be slidably received within the lower end of the support column for storage. The arm members can be detached and placed into a cavity at the upper end of the column for storage and transport. The leg members support the column in a manner such that it leans forwardly.

Abstract: A foldable shade structure is presented. The structure is disposed around a rectangular center to which are coupled U-cross section inner and outer bases. Each of the four outer ends is hingedly coupled to a leg which comprises a leg base coupled to the outer base and at least one leg segment is smaller than the leg segment or leg base beneath it in the extended mode and fits into it in the folded mold. The leg then rotates 270.degree. to fit into the outer base which rotates 180.degree. to fit into the inner base and each of the four inner bases is folded together forming a rectangular center portion into which the shade can be folded and retained. A cord can then hold the composite together and can be coupled to a handle for carrying purposes.

Abstract: A portable and foldable stand for musical instruments includes a pair of spaced apart supports each including a tubular main leg having a pivot collar, a brace leg, a brace, a pin for joining one end of the brace to the brace leg, and a latch for releasably attaching the brace to the main leg. The brace leg is pivotally linked at one of its ends to the pivot collar of the main leg and is joined to one end of the brace by the pin. The other end of the brace is releasably attached to the main leg by the latch means. A pivot is joined to the main leg, and an upper segment is joined to the pivot means. At least two cross members are provided each one including a releasable clamping sleeve for releasably clamping each cross member to each support. The clamping sleeve is releasably clampable and slidable on the upper segment and the pivot, thereby linking the pair of supports.

Abstract: Pivotal attachments are incorporated in the construction of a restaurant tray support stand which provide the option of doubling the tray-supporting capacity thereof, without necessitating any significant complicating changes in construction or mode of use. The inventive stand is still easy to position, set-up and use, either with one or, according to the present invention, a second tray support area or station.

Abstract: The tripod (10) comprises an equipment support (12), three legs (14, 16) pivotally secured to the support, a center post (22) extending from the support and between the legs, and three stabilizer links (28) secured respectively between the legs and the center post. Gross adjustment is first made for each leg by adjusting the position of the end of its stabilizer link with respect to the leg. Thereafter, fine adjustments are made by rotating a turnbuckle (44) in the stabilizer link which lengthens or shortens the link to change the geometry of the triangle formed by the leg, the center post, and the stabilizer link. A slider bearing (54) is attached between each of the legs and its respective foot pad (56). Since the foot pads have previously been firmly set into the ground, when the geometry change occurs, the slider bearing permits relative sliding between the leg and the foot pad without causing physical movement of the foot pad.

Abstract: A stand device used in combination with a container such as a drum having a substantially cylindrical configuration wherein at least two support legs are movable into and out of supporting relation. Each of the supporting legs comprises a configuration substantially corresponding to the exterior surface of the container such that in its non-supporting position, the legs are disposed in substantially flush engagement with the exterior surface due to an indentation formed in the exterior surface corresponding to the dimension and thickness of the leg means.

Abstract: A collapsible stool comprising:A. a tube having a first end and a second end;B. a first cap detachably mounted to the first end of the tube;C. a second cap detachably mounted to the second end of the tube;D. a plurality of leg supports radially and detachably mounted to the second cap;E. a plurality of support struts having first ends and second ends, extending radially from the tube and extending above the first end of the tube, detachably mounted at the first ends to the tube between the first end of the tube and the second end of the tube;F. a plurality of mounting means attached to the tube between the first end of the tube and the second end of the tube for detachably mounting the first ends of the support struts to the tube;G. a plurality of connecting struts pivotally connected to the second ends of the support struts wherein a plane surface is formed; andH.