Body Supported Patents (Class 248/444)
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Patent number: 11953076Abstract: An interchangeable attachment device includes a first attachment interface supporting a first component, and a second attachment interface supporting at least one second component. The first and second attachment interfaces define cooperating attachment portions arranged for securing an end portion of the first attachment interface to an end portion of the second attachment interface to form an attachment junction.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2022Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Assignee: Ossur Iceland ehfInventors: Valgeir Petursson, Halldor Albertsson
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Patent number: 11774214Abstract: An accessory retaining strap for securing an accessory item to an item associated with the accessory. The strap may be formed with a first element joinable to a first element, at an intermediate portion thereof to define a three-band strap. Two bands are cooperatively joined by a Velcro® to secure the strap about the item, while an elastically extensible band is wrapped about the accessory item and cooperatively joined to the retaining strap. Embodiments of the accessory retaining strap is configured to retain the accessory to a firearm, or firearm carrier, such as a holster.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2021Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Inventors: Michael R. Bernaz, Joseph Fasanella
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Patent number: 11642910Abstract: An apparatus includes a reversible tray. The reversible tray includes a first surface including a marking board. The reversible tray is configured to be used in a first configuration in which the first surface faces in a particular direction. A second surface is on a reverse side of the reversible tray and includes a padding. The reversible tray is further configured to be used in a second configuration in which the second surface faces in the particular direction. A pouch is attached to the reversible tray. The pouch is configured to receive and secure an object to the reversible tray.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2019Date of Patent: May 9, 2023Assignee: AdoraBlue LLCInventor: Luciana Pires
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Patent number: 11302453Abstract: Some embodiments of a shielding device can include a base and a shield coupled to the base. The shielding device can be used to provide protection for a healthcare worker (e.g., physician, nurse, technician) during a medical procedure.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2020Date of Patent: April 12, 2022Assignee: Radux Devices, LLCInventors: Gregory Gordon, Douglas Scott Wahnschaffe
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Patent number: 11118723Abstract: A mounting plate includes arrays of indents and slots to receive brackets to hold a tablet computer on the plate with a connector projecting rearwardly to interconnect a ball and socket joint, providing substantially universal accommodation of common sized tablet computers for mounting, in particular, on a moving vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2020Date of Patent: September 14, 2021Assignee: Chicago Maritme Supply, LLCInventor: William M Mooney
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Patent number: 10117512Abstract: A music lyre includes a saddle assembly having a shape approximately matching an outer profile shape of a top portion of an instrument, the saddle assembly including an opposing pair of lips, wherein a lip of the pair of lips is disposed on each side of the saddle assembly, a pair of straps connected to the saddle assembly, wherein a strap of the pair of straps is disposed on the each side of the saddle assembly, and wherein each strap of the pair of straps is configured to be wrapped underneath a bottom portion of the instrument and connected to a corresponding lip of the pair of lips disposed on an opposite side of the saddle assembly to secure the saddle assembly to the instrument; and a holder assembly connected to the saddle assembly, wherein the holder assembly is configured to retain at least one sheet of copy.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2017Date of Patent: November 6, 2018Inventor: N. Lee Ann Moore
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Patent number: 9833058Abstract: An electronic device harness assembly includes a yoke that may be placed around a neck of a user. A harness is movably coupled to the yoke. The harness may be positioned on a chest of the user when the yoke is worn around the user's neck. A clamp is movably coupled to the harness and the clamp may be positionable at a selected angle with respect to the user's chest. The clamp may engage an extrinsic electronic device. Thus, the extrinsic electronic device may be positioned at an accessible location with respect to the user.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2016Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Inventor: Chester Bryant
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Patent number: 9635934Abstract: A detachable hardcopy support device attached to a reinforced lap pillow that contains a rigid sheet of foam board for strategically using as a connection platform for attaching the hardcopy support device to the reinforced lap pillow so that they may altogether function in a stable manner while being used in a user's lap, with the hardcopy support device being used for displaying fiber arts patterns, such as a knitting pattern, and with the lap pillow having a soft, cushioned, non-rigid, outer work surface on both the top and bottom sides for strategically using for long periods of non-irritating, comfortable contact with the user's skin, arms and legs while working in fiber arts, such as knitting, crochet, embroidery and cross-stitch for making hand-made items, and which altogether is best used while sitting in a reclined position with the footrest and the user's legs raised up to help prevent edema, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2016Date of Patent: May 2, 2017Inventor: Donna Lynn Norton
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Patent number: 9591921Abstract: A non obstructive laptop desk and chair apparatus which combines the use of a laptop computer with the use of a recliner armchair is disclosed. The laptop desk and chair apparatus comprises a recliner armchair having a chair seat, an angular adjustable back, a pair of armrests each with an upper arm surface, a board having upper and lower flat surfaces and a front side configured to be adjacent a user. A leg assembly attached to the front half of the lower flat surface of the board includes a pair of feet that are elongated cylindrical in shape and include a friction enhancing surface. A strap attached via hooks and eyelets to the front two corners of the upper flat surface of the board extends around a portion of the recliner armchair between the angular adjustable back and the chair arms.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2010Date of Patent: March 14, 2017Inventor: Jesus Valdivia
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Patent number: 9538852Abstract: Stabilizing apparatus for inclined legs comprises a thigh engageable portion extending generally transversally along the width of the lap of a subject with which the apparatus is bodily engaged, two spaced appendage portions extending downwardly from the thigh engageable portion, a foot engageable portion positionable on an underlying surface, and a portion, such a connecting element and tensioning device, extending from each of the two appendage portions to a foot engageable portion. The two appendage portions are positionable to be substantially in contact with the lateral side of a thigh of the subject. A loop is defined such that each of the portions extending from an appendage portion to a foot engageable portion is suitably tensioned so as to apply forces to a foot engageable portion for resisting a forward foot sliding motion and to an appendage portion for resisting relative transversal motion of an inclined leg.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2012Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Inventors: Ofer Levy, Uri Wolf
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Patent number: 9374918Abstract: Adjustable stand assemblies for portable electronic devices are provided, which allow portable electronic devices to stand-alone in multiple incline positions in both portrait and landscape orientations.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2014Date of Patent: June 21, 2016Assignee: JTK EnterprisesInventors: James T Krohn, Craig B Stucko
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Patent number: 9360153Abstract: A supporting apparatus includes a first connection member, a second connection member defining a fixing groove, a third connection member, a fourth connection member and a fifth connection member. The first connection member, the second connection member and the third connection member are rotationally connected to each other head to hail to form a triangle and can be detached from each other. The fourth connection member is detachably attached to and rotatable around the third connection member. The fifth connection member is detachably attached to and rotatable around the fourth connection member. The second connection member defines a connection hole. A portion of the fifth connection member is detachably received in the connection hole to support the triangle.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2014Date of Patent: June 7, 2016Assignee: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: Fu-Kuo Huang
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Patent number: 9347604Abstract: Nestable collapsible support apparatus includes a first member and a second member moveably attached to the first member. The second member includes a plurality of segments moveably attached each other. One of every two adjacent segments is slidable relative to every other two adjacent segments for allowing the second member to be in a collapsed position, where the second member is received in the first member. One of every two adjacent segments is rotatable relative to another every other two adjacent segments for allowing the second member to be in a extended position, where the second member supports an object.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2014Date of Patent: May 24, 2016Assignee: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: Fu-Kuo Huang
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Patent number: 9182077Abstract: A handheld electronic device holder with three tentacle-like appendages to be manually positioned by a user to mount or suction onto a stationary object while receiving a flat portion of a handheld electronic device to be suctioned to. The invention is positioned by the user to comfortably and easily point the display of the electronic device towards the users visual focus to allow a hands-free viewing experience.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2014Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Inventor: Hans Edward Dose
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Patent number: 9157567Abstract: A device for holding a laptop that connects to luggage. The device is easy to store and set up having two rigid members, spacer bar, flexible strap and flexible strap closure.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2014Date of Patent: October 13, 2015Inventor: Peter Anthony Calabrese
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Patent number: 8830677Abstract: The present invention is to provide an engaging structure applicable to a display device and including a housing and an inflatable element, wherein the housing serves as a protective case of the display device and is formed with at least one assembly hole, and the inflatable element is formed with at least one connecting portion, such that, when the housing is assembled into an accommodating space of the inflatable element and the inflatable element is fully inflated, the connecting portion is engaged in the corresponding assembly hole. Thus, the portions of the inflatable element that correspond in position to the accommodating space are tightly pressed against the sides of the housing other than the side where a screen is installed at the display device. Since the inflatable element is lightweight and occupies a tiny space while in a deflated state, it will effectively reduce storage space and transportation costs.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2012Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Hannstar Display CorporationInventors: Yi-Chung Chiu, Chien-Kun Hsu, Chu-Fang Yang
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Patent number: 8807052Abstract: An apparatus for securely and ergonomically supporting a wireless keyboard and wireless trackpad. The apparatus can include a platform and chassis. The trapezoidal shaped chassis provides an ergonomic height and angle for keyboard and trackpad use on a flat surface and the trapezoidal shaped chassis sits securely in one's lap.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2012Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Inventor: Jake Ehrlich
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Publication number: 20140203159Abstract: The Grasp/Portable Technology Device Handler is a tool designed to enable easier handling/usage of portable technology devices such as tablets, E-readers, etc., through the utilization of the four-finger gripper, while additionally offering shock absorption for the devices should they be accidentally be dropped, banged, etc. This manual technology is unique due to a fusion design that not only maximizes operation-ability but simultaneously provides much needed device protection.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2013Publication date: July 24, 2014Inventor: Yasmeen Rasheedah Muhammad
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Publication number: 20140077054Abstract: Ultraportable support (A, B, B?, C, D, E), comprising at least two feet (2) attached by means of hinges (3) allowing rotation of said feet (2), a locking system (5) of the hinges (3) allowing to maintain the feet (2) into different angular positions, the support further comprises at least two straps (4) whose width is substantially constant over the entire length, each of the straps (4) being attached to the two opposed feet (2) at a location of the foot distant from the hinges (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2013Publication date: March 20, 2014Inventor: André HEYEN
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Patent number: 8657248Abstract: A supporting apparatus for a thin electronic product is composed of a main body having a chamber, a plurality of fillers received in the chamber, an external lateral surface, and a locating portion located on the external lateral surface. The thin electronic product can be visibly fastened to the external lateral surface by the locating portion. Because the supporting apparatus can be firmly put on a surface and define a predetermined angle with respect to the surface, while the thin electronic product is fixed to the external lateral surface of the main body, the thin electronic product can define the predetermined angle with respect to the surface to allow the user to conveniently operate the thin electronic product.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2011Date of Patent: February 25, 2014Assignee: Salero, LLCInventors: Laura Marie Rowzee, Andreas Philipp Rowzee, Ricardo Salas
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Patent number: 8651446Abstract: A pc tablet holder for suspending pc tablets above the mid-body section of a user lying on bed with the back against the headboard. The holder has a tripod configuration with front legs made from a resilient elongated round bent in inverted “U”-shape and held in position by a string. A rear leg is connected to the “U”-shape's vertex by a retainer. A top clamping element, having a surface to catch the pc tablet's top edge, is carried at the “U”-shape's vertex. A bottom clamping element, having a space to receive the pc tablet's bottom edge, is carried by the string. The holder is placed on the bed with front legs across the user's mid-body section and the rear leg adjacent the user's crotch area. A pc tablet is removably clamped between the top and bottom clamping elements, achieving a hands-free holding of the pc tablet.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2011Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Inventor: Emiliano Lausell
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Publication number: 20130214115Abstract: A platform for an electronic device with a display screen that includes an electronic device case including a plurality of interconnected sides configured to form a view port configured to allow a user to view the display screen of the electronic device; at least one leg connected to the electronic device case, the leg including a portion extending away from the electronic device, the portion configured to be positioned in between the electronic device and the user and further configured to be adjusted to position the electronic device at a desired distance from the user; and a string connected to the electronic device case and configured to be attached to the user to hang the electronic device case to the user, wherein the position of the leg and the string relative to the user can be adjusted to place the electronic device at a desired position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2013Publication date: August 22, 2013Inventor: DAVID C. YU
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Patent number: 8485490Abstract: A holding device used to temporarily hold a container of popcorn in an upright position using a nearby beverage cup holder. The holding device includes a planar main body with a forward extending, transversely aligned curb with a planar receiving space formed below the curb. Formed on the receiving space is a line of raised teeth separated by indentations and at least one spike. Mounted on the main body is a biased, pivoting clip with a lower serrated edge that forcibly presses into the indentations formed between the raised teeth on the receiving space. Located on the rear surface of the main body is a downward extending beverage cup edge engaging structure. Attached to the main body or the cup edge engaging structure is a handle. During use, the serrated edge on the clip is forced against the edge of the popcorn container to prevent its dislodgement.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2010Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Inventor: Gary Denton Miller
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Patent number: 8416513Abstract: A book holding apparatus with a magnifying visible area is configured with a bottom section, a left support arm, a right support arm, an upper section, a power supply plug, and a plurality of accessories. The bottom section is attached to the upper section by the left support arm and the right support arm. The upper section includes at least two light-emitting diode (LED) light strips and a fresnel lens. The power supply plug is electrically connected to the at least two LED light strips, and the at least two LED light strips provides the necessary illumination to the upper section. When the users place reading materials on the bottom section, they are able to see a magnified view of the reading materials through the fresnel lens, and the plurality of accessories provides additional functionality for the book holding apparatus with a magnifying visible area.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2012Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Inventor: Bruce McPherson
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Patent number: 8360382Abstract: The present invention provides a stand assembly for supporting an electronic device. The stand assembly includes a main stand member and an auxiliary stand member. The main stand member includes a first stand and a second stand. The first stand is pivotally connected to the electronic device. The second stand is pivotally connected to the first stand and capable of sliding relative to the electronic device. The auxiliary stand member is pivotally connected to the electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2009Date of Patent: January 29, 2013Assignee: Pegatron CorporationInventors: Wei-Ming Wu, Ker-How Lu
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Patent number: 8261473Abstract: The present invention relates to a sign carrier apparatus specifically designed to be inserted into a vehicle hitch assembly to transport signs. Alternatively, the present invention provides for a free standinged receiver hitch, or free standing receiver hitch for storing the sign carrier apparatus when not in use.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2010Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Inventors: Joshua A. Bey, Sarah R. Bey
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Publication number: 20120205513Abstract: An ergonomic panel is provided that is used for writing or drawing on sheets of paper, the panel comprising depressions that rest on the user's arm and abdomen. The panel may be used by a right-handed or a left-handed person.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2010Publication date: August 16, 2012Inventor: Jesus Salvador Gomez Morales
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Patent number: 8104733Abstract: A collapsible book rest is formed of panels that are variously interconnected by means chosen from hinges, tracks, slots, ledges, and the like that allow the panels to be deployed to form a first, supporting structure. The panels include a rear panel, front panel, top panel, bottom panel, left panel and right panel. A slidable stabilizer panel is extendable and retractable from the bottom panel. The front and bottom panels of the supporting structure define a recess that accommodates an individual's abdominal shape, and the slide stabilizer defines a similarly shaped front edge. The book rest is collapsed by variously disconnecting and folding over the panels.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2008Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Inventor: Adrienne Skolnik
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Publication number: 20120018609Abstract: A supporting apparatus for a thin electronic product is composed of a main body having a chamber, a plurality of fillers received in the chamber, an external lateral surface, and a locating portion located on the external lateral surface. The thin electronic product can be visibly fastened to the external lateral surface by the locating portion. Because the supporting apparatus can be firmly put on a surface and define a predetermined angle with respect to the surface, while the thin electronic product is fixed to the external lateral surface of the main body, the thin electronic product can define the predetermined angle with respect to the surface to allow the user to conveniently operate the thin electronic product.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2011Publication date: January 26, 2012Inventors: Laura Marie ROWZEE, Andreas Philipp ROWZEE, Ricardo SALAS
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Patent number: 8091486Abstract: The adjustable tray provides a central body adapted to receive drinks, food, toys, reading material, or any other item(s) that a user places upon the central body. Retention arms pivotally attached to the central body adjust to a retaining position that extends the retention arms above the central body. The retention arms also adjust to an elevating position that extends the retention arms below the central body to raise the central body. Retention arms also detach from each other to pivot freely to avoid obstructing placement of larger items on the central body. A retention lip also maintains items within the confines of the adjustable tray. Unique webbing of the present invention allows the user to adjust the length of webbing extending from the central body and to secure either the front or the rear of the adjustable tray around the user and/or object(s).Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2009Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Inventor: Juanita Broaddrick
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Patent number: 7992502Abstract: An inflatable laptop desk includes an inflatable base and a horizontal platform mounted to the base for supporting a laptop computer or other device. The base includes one or more valves that allow the base to be selectively inflated for mounting upon a user's lap and deflated for transportation and storage. An optional storage case may be incorporated into the desk.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2009Date of Patent: August 9, 2011Inventor: Robert Davis
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Patent number: 7980526Abstract: A portable desk for use in home and office environments for comfortably and conveniently supporting a portable computer or other electronic device on the lap or knees of a user. The desk has an upper surface on which the computer rests. The desk is supported on the user's lap by a flexible, bowable support member which is repositionable, thus allowing the user to change the inclination of the desk in order to adjust the viewing angle of the computer screen. A flexible tray for an accessory such as a mouse may be inserted in a slot at either side of the desktop. The tray may be reversibly inserted with a smooth, planar surface or a textured, frictional surface disposed facing upwardly. Ventilation is provided through a transversely recessed convex channel in the upper surface and may also include a small, USB-powered fan to increase heat dissipation. Cable management features may also be provided.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2008Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: Hotwire Development, LLCInventors: Charles Lord, Thomas P. Muday, Randal Toltzman
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Patent number: 7975623Abstract: A serving tray that enhances tray-stabilizing features useful to a server's abilities to load, carry, and unload a serving tray depending upon the specifics of the serving situation. The serving tray is stackable, assists drying, bacterial-growth minimizing, and jack-stand nesting. The serving tray provides for easy gripping and added stability by either right or left-handed users.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2008Date of Patent: July 12, 2011Inventors: Robert Gassick, Kristin N. Gassick
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Publication number: 20110056413Abstract: A travel lap desk has a foam wedge that rests on, and is removably coupled to, a deformable pad. A first magnetic element is attached to the underside of the foam wedge and a second magnetic element is attached to the upper surface of the deformable pad. These magnetic elements are positioned to removably couple the foam wedge to the top of the deformable pad. The foam wedge is sufficiently stiff to provide a writing surface and yet is sufficiently compliant to deform when impacted by the user without causing injury to the user. The foam wedge may be covered with a washable material that may be removable.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2009Publication date: March 10, 2011Inventor: Scott E. Andochick
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Patent number: 7887021Abstract: A laptop holder for an exercise apparatus is provided which includes a base having a generally planar front surface for receiving a laptop computer and a rear surface configured for engaging a generally planar surface of the exercise apparatus. At least one strap extends from the base and is configured to wrap around a portion of the exercise apparatus to form a loop with the base. Disposed on the base is a pocket defining a pocket opening for receiving a laptop computer.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2005Date of Patent: February 15, 2011Assignee: Dard Products, Inc.Inventor: Bonni Shevin-Sandy
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Patent number: 7694931Abstract: An improved artist assistive device provides easy adjustment and support of a mahl. The mahl can be repositioned with one hand, eliminating the need for the artist to lay down a work tool to reposition the mahl as required by the prior art. Embodiments include a second, vertical mahl supported from the top rail. Preferably, the top rail has front and rear members with a gap therebetween in which a slide supporting the second mahl is inserted. With the slide in the gap, the position of the vertical mahl can be adjusted by sliding the support along the top rail.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2007Date of Patent: April 13, 2010Inventor: Anthony P. Mantelli
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Publication number: 20090272779Abstract: A foldable portable universal laptop computer holder and harness for hands-free mobile use of a laptop while standing or walking is provided and includes a laptop tray frame, a tray arm connected to said tray frame for supporting a laptop computer, a torso bar pivotally connected to said tray arm, wherein said tray arm can pivot up essentially parallel in position to said torso bar and can pivot down essentially perpendicular in position to said torso bar, a chest support connected to said torso bar, one or more housings attached to said chest support wherein said housings can adjustably slide in relation to said chest support, and shoulder supports pivotally connected to said housings wherein said shoulder supports can pivot laterally in relation to said housings.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2008Publication date: November 5, 2009Inventor: Phuong Dinh Vu
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Patent number: 7578491Abstract: Device and related method for supporting a writing surface adapted to receive written information, the device comprising a base portion comprising a substantially planar surface which includes a writing surface and a clip portion attached to the base portion for securing the device onto a substrate, wherein the base and clip portions are angled relative to one another in a range of from about 0° to about 180°.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2008Date of Patent: August 25, 2009Inventor: Raymond Axel
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Patent number: 7566041Abstract: An improved page holder comprising a clamp (10R) attached to a self-retracting reel (14), the latter being set at a predetermined tension to retain pages without prohibiting page turning, and having a tension adjustment dial (16) at its lower end. The reel (14) dispenses a monofilament (18) which extends across the reading matter (19) and attaches to a second clamp (10L). Thus the page holder can be applied in a variety of settings, and retains various reading matter (19) against wind, drafts, and the closing tendency of bound books, while enabling manual page turning.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2003Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Inventors: Steven Stewart Ibara, Crystal Gwen Steinke, Joel Harian Jones, Vicky Greenbaum, David A. Woodley M. Packard, Elisa Marie Jones
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Patent number: 7546995Abstract: Device and related method for supporting a writing surface adapted to receive written information, the device comprising a base portion comprising a substantially planar surface which includes a writing surface and a clip portion attached to the base portion for securing the device onto a substrate, wherein the base and clip portions are angled relative to one another in a range of from about 0° to about 180°.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2005Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Inventor: Ray Axel
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Patent number: 7520484Abstract: A document stand including a base and a post attached to the base. The document stand includes two document supports. Each of the document supports includes a top end, bottom end and two sides. Each of the document supports includes an upper surface and a lower surface, wherein the upper surface and the lower surface of each of the document supports are defined by the top end, bottom end and sides of the document supports. There is a rotational body rotatably mounted in the post. The rotational body includes two sides which can be accessed on either side of the post The two document supports are mounted to the rotational body with one of the two document supports on each side of the rotational body and therefore either side of the post. The two document supports can be rotated in relation to the post by rotation of the rotational body.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2005Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Inventors: Sudhaker Kamath, George Smith
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Publication number: 20080197261Abstract: In accordance with the aspects of the present invention, an improved book holder for reading in bed is disclosed. The present invention includes a base panel, back panel, central slotted unit and moveable plexiglass plate rectangular in shape. Movement of the plexiglass plate to the different slotted positions allow the invention to accommodate books of any size. The user of the invention reads through the plexiglass, including the top edge thereof, to see the printed material on the open page of the book. The plate is not so large as to cover the entire printed page(s), reducing the size and weight to the invention and making it highly portable and storable.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2007Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventor: John Christopher Polster
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Patent number: 7334768Abstract: Apparatus 10 discloses a collapsible desk top music book stand which includes hinged panels movable into an erect assembly with a pair of posts 36 and hole 38 forming releasable assembly securement. When in use, the music book stand 10 is positioned on a desk top at eye level vision and is easily portable. Additionally, the stand 10 has a front 13 and rear 15 side with the front side having opposing pivotal leafs 14, 16 increasing the article support area, which provide means to accommodate various size music books while limiting the consumption of desk space. The hinged panels include non-slip pads 30, 32 at each end to provide both improved stability of the stand and protection of the desktop surface. The construction of the music stand 10 may include separate hinges that are bolted or riveted to each panel or may include preformed hinges that are integral 40 to the panels.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2005Date of Patent: February 26, 2008Inventor: Samuel B. Y. Lum
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Patent number: 7327562Abstract: A laptop computer case. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are a laptop computer case comprising a housing (the housing defines a top portion, bottom portion, front, back, left side, and right side), and legs coupled to the bottom portion of the housing (the legs extend from the housing to a substantially horizontal surface below the housing, wherein each leg has a proximal portion proximate to the housing, a distal portion that contacts the horizontal surface, and a medial portion). The medial portion of at least two of the legs extends through a plane that bisects the housing perpendicular to the front and back, and the legs render the case self-bearing.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2005Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Inventor: Cory Littlepage
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Patent number: 7275724Abstract: A laptop computer support platform including a rigid, multilayered assembly with a thermal insulator disposed between a generally planar upper side and a lower side defined by the assembly for reducing heat transference from a computer adapted to be supported on the upper side of the assembly.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2004Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Inventor: Jeffrey N. Ward
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Patent number: 7168672Abstract: A support rack includes a support plate, a support stand, a locking member, a pen holder, an indication member, and two auxiliary clips. Thus, the support rack functions as a clipboard, a book rack, an exhibition rack, a price indication rack, a pen holder or the like, thereby enhancing the versatility of the support rack. In addition, the support stand is adjustably mounted on the locking member so as to adjust the inclined angle between the support plate and the support stand, thereby facilitating a user adjusting the inclined angle of the support rack to the optimum extent.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2004Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Luh Da Industry Corp.Inventor: Fu-Lu Hsu
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Patent number: 6981682Abstract: A support device for displaying individual objects, such as books in a readable position, comprises a backrest having a substantially planar upper portion having an upper edge and a substantially curved lower portion comprising a cradle having a free edge. A support means is adapted to support the upper portion whereby in operation the upper portion of the backrest is rearwardly inclined from the cradle, and object restraining means are affixed substantially perpendicular to the free edge of the cradle.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2003Date of Patent: January 3, 2006Inventor: Paul Gerhard Kind
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Patent number: 6969037Abstract: A desktop organizer including a curvilinear support having an integral locking groove including at least one retaining slot and an attachment means formed contiguous to the support and aligned with the at least one retaining slot is disclosed. The desktop organizer further includes a flexible back deformable into an arc having geometry complimentary to the curvilinear support and at least one retaining tab formed integrally on an edge adjacent to the locking groove, wherein the at least one retaining tab is aligned with the at least one retaining slot. The retaining tab is formed to have an attachment slot aligned with the attachment means. The desktop organizer includes at least one support leg having a base and an arcuate portion, wherein the arcuate portion has a fixed end and a moveable end. The support leg further includes an attachment member arranged on the moveable end distal to the fixed and, the attachment end arranged to engage the attachment means through the attachment slot.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2003Date of Patent: November 29, 2005Assignee: Rubbermaid IncorporatedInventors: David C. Eby, Gilius A. Gaska, Aaron W. Smith
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Patent number: 6962311Abstract: A platform for a computer input device includes a deck having a top surface on which an associated data input device can be selectively positioned and a bottom surface. Also provided is a base having a top surface, and a bottom surface that rests on a user's thigh. A fastening device, such as hook and loop fasteners or a screw, could be used to secure these two elements together. The deck can be selectively detached from the base in order to reverse its orientation with regard to the base and allow the platform to be switched from one thigh of the user to the other. A structure for preventing the input device from falling off the platform can be included. A rest for an operator's appendage can be located on the deck top surface. The height and angle of inclination of the deck can be adjusted, if desired, in relation to the base.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 1996Date of Patent: November 8, 2005Inventor: Thomas D. Sykes
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Patent number: 6935659Abstract: A pouch or holder has a friction-enhanced surface. The pouch has an opening to receive a cardboard backing of a writing pad. The sheets of paper of the writing pad overlie the upper surface of the pouch. The friction-enhanced material is located at the lower surface of the pouch. The pouch is closed at the bottom end and the side edges. The binding of the writing pad locates on the outside of the pouch.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2004Date of Patent: August 30, 2005Inventor: Richard H. Weaver