Plural Angular Patents (Class 248/921)
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Patent number: 12228975Abstract: A display device including a display panel, a frame disposed at a rear of the display panel, a fixing member disposed at a rear of the frame and coupled to the frame, the fixing member including upper openings and lower openings, a connector including upper protruding portions that are inserted into the upper openings and including lower protruding portions aligned with the lower openings such that the lower protruding portions press against the exposed engaging portions, and a locking unit coupled to a rear surface of the frame, the locking unit including engaging portions passing through the lower openings and elastic members extending and pressing the engaging portions, wherein the lower protruding portions are engaged with and press against the engaging portions exposed through the lower openings, and the upper protruding portions are engaged with the fixing member, wherein the locking unit includes a coupling body coupled to the rear surface of the frame and supporting a first end of the elastic member,Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2024Date of Patent: February 18, 2025Assignee: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Jaehun Lee, Kangyeung Lee
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Patent number: 12111010Abstract: Described are display riser, height adjustable stand (HAS) and a method to support lift and tilt of multiple weight classes of displays. A lift includes a primary spring and one or more boost springs. The primary spring is used for all displays supported by the HAS and the one or more boost springs are engaged when supporting displays requiring additional lift support. A pivot assembly includes a primary torsion spring and one or more boost torsion springs. The primary spring torsion is used for all displays supported by the HAS and the one or more boost torsion springs are engaged when supporting displays requiring additional tilt support.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2021Date of Patent: October 8, 2024Assignee: Dell Products L.P.Inventor: Steven Michael Christensen
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Patent number: 12028471Abstract: A supporting stand comprises a bearing unit, a first rod, a second rod, a sleeve assembly, a regulating assembly, an elastic element, a first steel cable, and a second steel cable. The first rod pivotally connects with the bearing unit, the second rod pivotally connects with the first rod, and the sleeve assembly pivotally connects with the second rod. The regulating assembly is disposed in the sleeve assembly, the elastic element is disposed in the second rod, the first steel cable is connected to the elastic element and the first rod respectively, and the second steel cable is connected to the elastic element and the regulating assembly respectively. The sleeve assembly is operated to drive the regulating assembly to move, so that the second steel cable, the elastic element, and the first steel cable move simultaneously to adjust the tension compensation for the bearing unit.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2023Date of Patent: July 2, 2024Assignee: SYNCMOLD ENTERPRISE CORP.Inventors: Ching-Hui Yen, Yu-Ming Kao, Po-Chun Chiu
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Patent number: 12007804Abstract: A display fine-adjustment device includes a display and a driving mechanism, the display being drivable by the driving mechanism to rotate; a support frame, which is connected to the display and includes supporting arms rotatably interconnected for being switchable between a folded condition and an expanded condition; and a sensor, which is electrically connected to the driving mechanism. A user manually pulls the support frame from the folded condition to the expanded condition to make the display fast approach the user and uses the sensor to detect the user and use the driving mechanism to drive the display to rotate to have the display facing the user, achieving an advantage of being time-saving and easy. In case of being not in use, folding can be made for space saving, while in use, the function of fine angle adjustment is performable to adjust the display to the most comfortable viewing angle.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2022Date of Patent: June 11, 2024Assignee: OXTI PTE LTDInventor: Chih-Feng Ho
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Patent number: 11994255Abstract: A workstation holding one or more electronic devices, e.g., a display, keyboard, or the like, can be mounted on a structure, e.g., a wall, using an articulating arm assembly including one or more arms. The one or more arms can be rotatingly coupled to the structure on one end and a work surface can be coupled to the other end. At least one of the one or more arms can be height adjustable. The workstation can rotate about a horizontal axis between a use configuration and a storage configuration. The one or more arms can be configured to translate the workstation between a contracted orientation and extended orientation. The height adjustable arm can include a counterbalance mechanism to counter a weight of the one or more components coupled to the workstation. A tension of the one or more springs contained in the counterbalance mechanism can be adjustable.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2022Date of Patent: May 28, 2024Assignee: Ergotron, Inc.Inventors: Michael P. Barros, Thiem Chan Duong Wong, Linnea Londborg, Andrew P. Laureijs, John William Theis
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Patent number: 11892876Abstract: Systems involve implementations including a swivel platform system with upper and lower assemblies that rotate with respect to each and include base members that are co-planar. The system further includes a bushing that couples the upper and lower assemblies together with all three components including apertures with centers that are co-axially positioned along the axis of rotation of the upper and lower assemblies. The upper assembly is couplable to a stand for a portable electronic device. Other aspects are described in the claims, drawings, and text forming a part of the present disclosure.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2023Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: Pioneer Square Brands, Inc.Inventor: Riley Edwin Lynch
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Patent number: 11879482Abstract: A modular ceiling fixture mounting device for mounting a ceiling fixture without attaching it to a ceiling includes first, second, and third tubes, which are selectively attachable, and a connector, which is attached to the third tube. A second section of the first tube extends from an upper end of a first section. A rear edge of the first section is positionable along an intersection of walls of a room. An article of mounting hardware is inserted through mounting holes positioned in the first section to attach the first tube to a structural element of at least one of the walls. The second section extends toward a ceiling of the room, the second tube extends substantially perpendicularly to the first section into the room, and the third tube is substantially parallel to the walls. A fixture can be suspended in the room by attachment to the connector.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2022Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Inventors: Christopher Dumais, Carmen Dumais
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Patent number: 11813991Abstract: Described herein is a mount assembly for mounting a device to a surface, including: a socket assembly; a mounting element including a mounting ball receivable by the socket assembly to pivotally couple the mounting element to the socket assembly to position the mounting element relative to the socket assembly; where the socket assembly includes: a resilient member configured to define a socket to receive and engage the mounting ball, the resilient member configured to permit the mounting ball to be urged into the socket against a resilient bias; a biasing element to bias the resilient member into the socket; and a retention element to inhibit deflection of an end of the resilient member away from the socket.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2020Date of Patent: November 14, 2023Inventors: Robert Grant, Graham Lambert, Ceri Hill
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Patent number: 11583164Abstract: A video processing system including a video processing apparatus (VPA) including: a housing having a top wall with a top wall periphery, a top surface extending to the top wall periphery, and a central area; an input port adapted to receive video input signals from a videoscope; an output connector adapted to transmit video output signals; and a bracket interface supported by the housing and adapted to support a support bracket including a first retention feature, bracket interface located within the central area of the top wall and comprising a bracket base receptacle and a second retention feature, the bracket base receptacle sized and shaped to receive a base end of the support bracket, and the second retention feature sized and shaped to cooperate with the first retention feature to removably retain the base end of the support bracket.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2021Date of Patent: February 21, 2023Assignee: AMBU A/SInventors: Line Sandahl Ubbesen, Chin-Tuan Wei
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Patent number: 11439230Abstract: Disclosed is a pivotable display apparatus and method thereof. The display apparatus includes a support body; a display body pivotable on the support body and displaying an image; a pivoting driver; and a processor configured to: control the pivoting driver to pivot the display body; identify whether the display body is obstructed from pivoting; and control the display body to display thereon a user interface (UI), which provides a guide in association with the pivoting of the displaying body, based on whether the display body is obstructed inform the pivoting.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2019Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventor: Eunjoo Cho
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Patent number: 10701816Abstract: The present invention relates to a display device comprising a mounting board and a display panel mounted on the mounting board and comprising a plurality of display modules arranged in an array, and further comprising a control module and a plurality of driving modules corresponding to the display modules. The control module is capable of controlling the driving modules to drive the corresponding display modules to extend. When the display device is powered on, the control module is electrically coupled to the driving module such that the driving module receives a signal from the control module and controls the display module to extend in response to the signal; when the driving module is started, the corresponding display module moves along with the driving module and automatically extends, facilitating the maintenance of the display device.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2019Date of Patent: June 30, 2020Assignee: Unilumin Group Co., LTD.Inventors: Song Lei, Shengqi Lu, Pinglin Zhao
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Patent number: 10451450Abstract: An external device is configured to be detachably attached to a measuring instrument via a connector. The external device includes a connector part, an external device body part and a movable connection part. The connector part has a connection terminal. The external device body part has a display part on a side surface of the external device body part. The movable connection part is configured to connect the connector part with the external device body part. The movable connection part is a biaxial rotation hinge having two pivot axes which are in a twisted position relationship with respect to each other.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2017Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: MITUTOYO CORPORATIONInventors: Atsuya Niwano, Shuji Hayashida, Nobuyuki Hayashi, Yuji Fujikawa, Koji Matsumoto
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Patent number: 10451213Abstract: A supporting stand includes a base and a bracket. The base has a sliding rail structure, and the sliding rail structure includes a first rail and a second rail. The bracket is slidably disposed on the sliding rail structure and adapted to slide along the first rail and the second rail. When the bracket slides along the first rail, the bracket moves upward or downward, and when the bracket slides along the second rail, a tilting angle of the bracket relative to the base is changed.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2017Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: Wistron CorporationInventors: Chen-Yi Liang, Chun-Yi Lu, Chun-Chien Chen
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Patent number: 9986908Abstract: Various embodiments of an eye imaging apparatus can be used to image the posterior and/or anterior portions of the eye. In some embodiments, the eye imaging apparatus can comprise a light source, imaging optics, an image sensor, and a handgrip comprising a bump shaped to fit with a palm of an operator. In some embodiments, the eye imaging apparatus can comprise a light source, imaging optics, an image sensor, and a control button. The control button can comprise a multi-functional button and/or a control button activated by the index finger. In some embodiments, the eye imaging apparatus can comprise a housing structure comprising a double shell structure with an inner shell and an outer shell, which can be configured to facilitate heat management.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2014Date of Patent: June 5, 2018Assignee: VISUNEX MEDICAL SYSTEMS CO. LTD.Inventors: Wei Su, Kang Lin
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Patent number: 9943222Abstract: A laryngoscope with automatic image adjustment is revealed. The laryngoscope includes a laryngoscope body, a rotation assembly, a display and a sensor. The laryngoscope body is disposed with a fixing slot and is used for capturing an image. One end of the rotation assembly is fixed in the fixing slot while the other end thereof is arranged with the display. The display is rotated around the rotation assembly. The rotation assembly is set with a limiting slot. The sensor is electrically connected to a rear side of the display and is located inside the limiting slot. While the display being rotated, the sensor is slid on the surface of the rotation assembly. When the sensor is slid in the limiting slot, the display shows the image. Once the sensor is slid outside the limiting slot, the display shows a reflection of the image. Thus the image is adjusted automatically.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2014Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignees: IEI Integration Corp., Armorlink SH Corp.Inventor: Kai-Cheng Chan
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Patent number: 9896210Abstract: The display unit of the present disclosure has a main unit, a display disposed on the main unit so as to be movable between a first position and a second position, a motor for driving the display, a driving state detector for detecting the driving state of the motor, a current detector for detecting motor current, and a controller for controlling the driving state of the motor. When the current detector detects a predetermined current value suitable for the driving state detected by the driving state detector, the controller provides the motor with a predetermined drive control.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2016Date of Patent: February 20, 2018Assignee: PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO., LTD.Inventors: Yuki Noda, Keijiroh Nagano
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Patent number: 9727149Abstract: Stylus settings techniques are described. In implementations, an input is recognized as selecting at least one object displayed in a user interface by a display device of a computing device. Responsive to the recognition, an indication is displayed on the display device that is selectable.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2013Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Jonathan R. Harris, Andrew S. Allen
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Patent number: 9354668Abstract: In one embodiment chassis for an electronic device comprises a first section and a second section and an assembly to connect the first section of the chassis to the second section of the chassis for an electronic device, comprising a first hinge assembly to be coupled to the first section of the chassis for the electronic device, a second hinge assembly to be coupled to the second section of the chassis for the electronic device, a first rigid connecting member to be coupled to the first hinge assembly and the second hinge assembly, a first resistance element to provide a first rotational resistance between the first hinge assembly and a first end of the first rigid connecting member and a first resistance element to provide a second rotational resistance between the second hinge assembly and a second end of the first rigid connecting member. Other embodiments may be described.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2013Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: Tod A. Byquist, Peter Bristol, Michael S. Brazel, Kristin L. Weihl, Stella Latscha, Alexander D. Williams, Nicolas Kurczewski, Barry T. Dale, Robert R. Atkinson, Jr., Stephen J. Allen, Patrick S. Johnson
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Patent number: 9027894Abstract: A support apparatus includes an arm assembly attached to a support assembly such that the arm assembly is positionable adjacent to an article of furniture such as a desk or work surface. A mounting device is attached to the arm assembly that is sized and configured to retain a display device. A vertically adjustable attachment mechanism attaches a first end of the counterbalance mechanism to the arm assembly or support assembly. The vertically adjustable attachment mechanism is sized and configured such that a vertical position of the first end of the counterbalance mechanism is adjustable via movement of at least one component of the vertically adjustable attachment mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2013Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Assignee: Knoll, Inc.Inventors: Richard Sapper, Ronald Snyder
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Patent number: 9016645Abstract: An adjustable mounting assembly has first and second mounting portions. The first mounting portion has an engagement arm with an adjustable end having first engagement teeth disposed about a first axis of rotation. The end portion has an adjustable second portion rotatable about the first axis of rotation, and having second engagement teeth that intermesh with the first engagement teeth to retain the second portion in an adjustable pan-position. The second portion has third engagement teeth disposed about a second axis of rotation angularly offset from the first axis of rotation. A second mounting portion is adjustably attached at an attachment portion to the first mounting portion, and the attachment portion has fourth engagement teeth disposed about the second axis of rotation that intermesh with the third engagement teeth to retain the second mounting portion is a selected tilt position.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2013Date of Patent: April 28, 2015Assignee: QSC Audio Products, LLCInventors: Dave Neil Simpson, Bernard Francis Hawkins, Yasushi Richard Shimabukuro, Jason Delarm, Douglas William Teulie, Alex Aranda
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Patent number: 8998157Abstract: Some embodiments provide a molar media mount for positioning a media display device in unobscured view and direct line of sight of a patient. In some embodiments, the molar media mount includes a first end that attaches to a mounting arm of a medical device and a second end that attaches to and holds the media display device. In some embodiments, the second end includes a ball joint for setting an angle of the media display device that corresponds to the direct line of sight. In some embodiments, the molar media mount includes a set of articulating points that position a media display screen in a direct line of sight of a person in an examination seat In some embodiments, the medical device is a dental light. In some embodiments, the media display device attaches to the dental light.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2013Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Inventor: Casey F Culberson
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Patent number: 8960627Abstract: A curved track can be attached to a chassis. An extension can be attached to a base. The chassis can be attached to the base. The extension can be in contact with the curved track.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2010Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.Inventors: Jean G. Atallah, John William Pennington, Jr., John J. Briden
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Patent number: 8950715Abstract: A support apparatus has a positioning disc mounted on a sucking disc. An operation disc is mounted on the positioning disc and has a receiving hole. Two bevel ribs are arc-shaped, are formed on and protrude along an inner wall of the receiving hole. The sucking disc has a column mounted through the positioning disc and the receiving hole of the operation disc. A pin is mounted through the column, with two ends of the pin protruding beyond the column and abutting against the two bevel ribs of the operation disc. By rotating the operation disc to axially move the pin upon abutting against the bevel ribs to pull the sucking disc, the sucking disc can be adhered to a tablet PC. A pivotable stand connected to the positioning disc can be rested on a desk to facilitate viewing at any angle.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2012Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Inventors: Mao-Tung Chiu, Daphne Su
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Patent number: 8950725Abstract: A frame stand includes a board, an interface plate and a supporting rack. The board is mounted on a display panel. The interface plate pivotally connects the board by a first shaft. The interface plate rotates in parallel with respect to the board and form a first rotate angle. The supporting rack connects the interface plate and has a second shaft and a supporting member. The supporting member swings a second angle by using the second shaft as an axis. The second shaft selectively approaches or moves away from a working surface. The frame stand switches between a first state and a second state. In the first state, the supporting member and the first side of display panel rest on the working surface. In the second state, the supporting member and the second side of display panel rest on the working surface.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Assignee: Syncmold Enterprise Corp.Inventors: Wei-Yi Huang, Chunh-Siang Tsai
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Patent number: 8944395Abstract: A golf car employs a mounting system to attach a display device to the golf car housing such that the display device is movable so as to facilitate viewing of a display screen of the display device by a user whether the user is located inside or outside the golf car. In one embodiment, the mounting system includes a rigid base member, a swivel member and at least one extension member. The swivel member mechanically connects the display device to the rigid base member and facilitates rotation of the display device about a vertical axis in a range of 0 to about 360 degrees relative to an initial position of the display device. The extension member is connected to the rigid base member and facilitates upward and downward movement of the display device distally from at least one point of attachment of the mounting system to the golf car housing.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Apple Electric Car, Inc.Inventors: Anthony P. Bonito, Perry H. Pierce
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Patent number: 8925878Abstract: A support structure for tablet display apparatus includes a support member and a connection assembly. The support member has a first end section and a second end section opposite to the first end section. The first end section is connected with the connection assembly via an angle adjustment seat, whereby the connection assembly can be rotated or tilted relative to the angle adjustment seat and located. The connection assembly is formed with a receiving space for receiving a tablet display apparatus. The second end section of the support member is pivotally connected with a base seat. Accordingly, the tablet display apparatus can be rotated and tilted by different angles and supported in an inclined position in adaptation to different situations and requirements.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2012Date of Patent: January 6, 2015Assignee: First Dome CorporationInventors: An Szu Hsu, Chien Yu Lin
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Patent number: 8905367Abstract: A retaining device for fastening a piece of equipment with a display inside a motor vehicle has a holding apparatus with a bearing surface and a holding space for holding the piece of equipment. The holding space extends in a first direction (R1) up to a first maximum extent, and extends in a second direction (R2) perpendicular to the first direction (R1). For pieces of equipment that are smaller, the amount by which the holding space extends in the first direction (R1) can be adjusted to the length of the piece of equipment and the amount by which the holding space extends in the second direction (R2) can be adjusted to its width. For pieces of equipment that are longer, the holding space can be adjusted to the width and the amount by which the holding space extends in the second direction (R2) can be adjusted to its length.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2012Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: Bury SP.Z.O.O.Inventor: Henryk Bury
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Patent number: 8908364Abstract: A portable computer comprises a base, a display module, at least one support element and at least one sliding assembly. The base comprises a first area and a second area. The display module comprises a connect end and a display face. Each support element comprises a first end pivoted on a portion of the display module other than the display face and a second end pivoted on the rear end of the base. Each sliding assembly comprises a slide rail disposed at least in the second area and a sliding block connected with the connect end and moved along the slide rail. Each sliding block includes at least one stable structure for at least decreasing gaps between the slide rail and the sliding block.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: Wistron CorporationInventors: Tien-Chung Tseng, Ming-Ju Hsieh, Chien-Yuan Lai
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Patent number: 8899534Abstract: An electronic device includes a linkage mechanism, a platform and a display module. The linkage mechanism includes a connecting structure, a bottom base and a top plate. The connecting structure includes a connecting plate, two pivoting members and a stopping member. The two pivoting members are respectively located at two opposite ends of the connecting plate. Each of the pivoting members includes a limiting piece. The stopping member is movably disposed on the connecting plate, and has two fastening portions respectively fastened to the limiting pieces. One of the pivoting members is pivotally disposed on the bottom base. The other pivoting member is pivotally disposed on the top plate. When the stopping member is moved and detached from the limiting pieces, the connecting structure is adapted to pivot relative to the bottom base and the top plate respectively.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2013Date of Patent: December 2, 2014Assignee: TPV-INVENTA Technology Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ming-Chin Chi, Yen-Pang Liu
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Patent number: 8891232Abstract: A support stand suitable for a hand-held device is provided. The support stand has a first support member and a second support member. The second support member slidably fits the first support member and could be temporarily fixed at different positions on the first support member to adjust the length of the support stand. The hand-held device has a display screen and an antenna. Because the length of the support stand is variable, the hand-held device could be laid on the table by various inclination angles. Besides, the projections of the support stand and the antenna on the display screen are not overlapped, and the influence of the support stand made of metal on the signal of the antenna would be lowered.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2011Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: HTC CorporationInventor: Cheng-Lin Wang
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Patent number: 8888062Abstract: The present invention is directed to a display mounting apparatus for mounting a flat screen television monitor or the like to a wall. The mounting apparatus provides four degrees of freedom for the flat screen display in lateral translation, tilt, swivel and pan directions. The combination of two two-link arms, counterbalancing torsion springs and friction mechanisms provides for ±20 degrees in the tilt and swivel directions.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Southco, Inc.Inventor: Eugene Novin
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Patent number: 8864092Abstract: A television mount assembly suitable for mounting a television to a wall, especially over fireplaces and other obstacles. The mount assembly secures a television (TV) to a wall via two arms and a spring mechanism thereby allowing it to extend away from the wall while at the same time allowing the television to swivel. It includes a mechanism to straighten the television as it is positioned close to the wall. The spring mechanism is calibrated by means of a calibration screw, spring block, and locking screws. A handle enables a user to grasp the mount assembly for changing the position of the television. A temperature gauge on the handle displays ambient temperature proximate to the television to warn users if the temperature is too high for the television to safely operate. A means of setting a maximum extension prevents the television from extending beyond a point set by the user.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2010Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Inventor: Brian Newville
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Patent number: 8794579Abstract: An assembly for supporting a device for movement between several positions, the assembly comprising a first four-bar subassembly including proximate and distal ends and a second four-bar subassembly including proximate and distal ends and first and second link members that pivot about substantially parallel axis, the distal end of the first four-bar subassembly linked to the proximate end of the second four-bar subassembly for rotation about an additional axis that is substantially perpendicular to the parallel axis.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2006Date of Patent: August 5, 2014Assignee: Steelcase, Inc.Inventors: Lane Sturman, Dan R. Tatman, Erik R. Peterson, Greg Lok
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Patent number: 8777172Abstract: A support apparatus includes an arm assembly attached to a support assembly such that the arm assembly is positionable adjacent to an article of furniture such as a desk or work surface. A mounting device is attached to the arm assembly that is sized and configured to retain a display device. A vertically adjustable attachment mechanism attaches a first end of the counterbalance mechanism to the arm assembly or support assembly. The vertically adjustable attachment mechanism is sized and configured such that a vertical position of the first end of the counterbalance mechanism is adjustable via movement of at least one component of the vertically adjustable attachment mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2013Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Assignee: Knoll, Inc.Inventors: Richard Sapper, Ronald Snyder
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Patent number: 8746635Abstract: A supporting apparatus for a display device is provided. The supporting apparatus may include a stationary unit coupled to an installation site, a device supporting unit that supports the display device, a connection unit that connects the stationary unit to the device supporting unit and that guides motion of the device supporting unit, and a tilting frictional unit interposed between the connection unit and the device supporting unit to guide a tilting motion of the device supporting unit. The tilting frictional unit may include a first arc member fixed to the connection unit and a second arc member fixed to the device supporting unit. The first and second arc members contact each other to generate frictional force.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2008Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventors: Sang-Hoon Kim, Kyung-Wook Kim
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Patent number: 8708294Abstract: An improved mounting bracket that provides an indication to an installer when a mount is not correctly aligned. The mounting bracket comprises a mounting contact portion and at least one side portion integrally connected to the mounting contact portion, with the at least one side portion defining a receiving region for accepting one or more retaining portions of a mount. The at least one side portion includes a first ramped surface at least partially outside of the receiving region. The first ramped surface configured to contact a retaining portion when the retaining portion is misaligned with the receiving region, thereby informing an installer of the misalignment.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2013Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.Inventors: William Phuong Lam, Dugan O'Keene, Garry Monaco
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Patent number: 8705228Abstract: A pivoting apparatus includes first and second pivoting elements, and first and second waterproof structures. The first pivoting element is fixed to a base, and has a first internal space and an opening exposing the first internal space. The second pivoting element is pivoted on the first pivoting element and fixed to an electronic device. A second internal space and a gap exposing the second internal space are formed between the first and second pivoting elements. The second internal space communicates with the first internal space through the opening. The first waterproof structure is fixed to the first pivoting element and surrounds at least a portion of the opening to block liquid from entering the first internal space through the opening. The second waterproof structure is fixed to the second pivoting element and shields the gap to block liquid from entering the second internal space through the gap.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2012Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: Young Lighting Technology Inc.Inventors: Chih-Kuo Chuang, Li-Wen Chang
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Patent number: 8693172Abstract: A mounting system for a flat panel display includes a back assembly, a pair of arm assemblies, and a mounting assembly. Back assembly can include a slide plate connected to arm assemblies allowing arm assemblies and mount assembly to be horizontally shifted without the need to remove the mount from the wall and reattach it. Arm assemblies can include substantially hollow arms having removable covers for storing wires connected to display therein. Mounting assembly can include a tilt head that provides a path of rotation about a substantially horizontal axis that extends proximate the center of gravity of the mount and a flat panel display mounted thereon, allowing for easy adjustment and rotation of display, Mounting assembly can also include a pair of brace arms each comprised of two members configured to allow mount assembly to be expanded to mount various sized displays without extending beyond the width of the display.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2009Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Milestone AV Technologies LLCInventors: Scott Russell, Nick Stanek, Joel W. Pfister
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Patent number: 8668179Abstract: A mounting device that securely supports an electronic device to a surface such as a vehicle dashboard. The mounting device comprises a flexible base for placement on a mounting surface and a bendable frame attached to or otherwise coupled with the base to permit the base to be shaped to at least partially conform to contours on the mounting surface. The base may be partially formed of a material that provides sufficient friction between its lower surface and the mounting surface to resist unwanted movement. The frame may be formed of aluminum and may include a central portion and a plurality of appendages each independently movable about at least two axes of movement. Each of the appendages may include a connecting link joined to the central portion and a pair of arms extending from the connecting link and movable relative to one another and relative to the central portion.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2008Date of Patent: March 11, 2014Assignee: Garmin Switzerland GmbHInventors: Joshua A. Corn, Jeffrey D. Minelli, Brian G. Schoenfish, Marcus A. Moilanen, Stephen P. Waite
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Patent number: 8628051Abstract: An adjustable display mounting bracket assembly includes a mounting bracket, a linkage unit, and a fixing plate. The mounting bracket includes a main body, at least one first connecting member, at least one second connecting member, and a support body. The first and second connecting members are pivotally connected to the main body and the support body. The second connecting member can slide relative to the main body for adjusting the mounting bracket. The linkage unit is pivotally connected to the mounting bracket on one end and the fixing plate on opposite end. The linkage unit allows the distance between the mounting bracket and the fixing plate to be adjustable.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2011Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Inventor: Ming-Hsien Huang
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Patent number: 8596599Abstract: An apparatus and method for mounting a plurality of display monitors is disclosed, wherein the apparatus is provided at a user's desk or workstation. The apparatus can be easily moved toward and away from the user such that all the monitors mounted on the apparatus move in unison in the direction indicated by the user. Accordingly, the apparatus accommodates the visual preferences of virtually all users of the desk or workstation so that eye and skeletal muscle fatigue are reduced.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2011Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: Xybix Systems IncorporatedInventors: Barry Carson, David R. Carson, Kenneth R. Carson
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Patent number: 8585001Abstract: An improved support arm structure comprises a base joint, a primary arm assembly, and an extension arm assembly pivotally connected to the primary arm assembly; wherein the base joint is provided for connecting the primary arm assembly to a wall bracket; a rear end of the primary arm assembly is connected to the base joint; a front end of the primary arm assembly is connected to a middle joint; a first spring is provided in the primary arm assembly; a rear end of the extension arm assembly is connected to the middle joint; a front end of the extension arm assembly is connected to a front elongated joint; a second spring is provided in the extension arm assembly; whereby the support arm structure can be adjusted to any angles according to the requirements of a user and can be operated conveniently and safely.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2012Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Inventor: Ming Hua Huang
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Patent number: 8534617Abstract: A support apparatus for supporting a device includes a fixing portion detachably secured to the device, and a rotating portion rotatably coupled to the fixing portion. The fixing portion defines an opening for allowing the support apparatus to be hand-held, and, when placed on a supporting surface, is capable of being rotated to form different viewing angles for the device. A device assembly using the support apparatus is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2011Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ting-Kai Wang, Xiao-Guang Cheng
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Patent number: 8517322Abstract: An improved mounting bracket that provides an indication to an installer when a mount is not correctly aligned. The mounting bracket comprises a mounting contact portion and at least one side portion integrally connected to the mounting contact portion, with the at least one side portion defining a receiving region for accepting one or more retaining portions of a mount. The at least one side portion includes a first ramped surface at least partially outside of the receiving region. The first ramped surface configured to contact a retaining portion when the retaining portion is misaligned with the receiving region, thereby informing an installer of the misalignment.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2010Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Peerless Industries, Inc.Inventors: William Phuong Lam, Dugan O'Keene, Garry Monaco
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Patent number: 8520371Abstract: A digital photo frame includes a body, a back shell defining a hole and a rotary support. The rotary support is rotatably connected to the back shell, includes a rotary base rotatably received in the hole, a connection member pivotedly connected to the rotary base, and an elongated support body slidably coupled to the connection member. The connection member includes a spring tab, a support body defining a plurality of channels. The channels are arranged along a lengthwise direction of the connection portion. the spring tab is selectively snappingly engaged in one of the channels. One of the rotary base and the back shell includes a plurality of protrusions, and the other one of the rotary base and the back shell defines a plurality of notches corresponding to the protrusions, the protrusions are snappingly engaging in the respective notches.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2011Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Jiu-Cheng Peng, Ping-Chou Chen, Chi Tang, Jian Liu
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Patent number: 8493728Abstract: To reduce vibration in the rotation direction acting on the hard disk drive with a part of the hard disk drive as the rotation center. The disk unit comprises a hard disk drive comprising a drive mechanism which rotates and drives a plurality of disk media, an arm rotatably supported on a pivot and placed as movable in the rotation area of the disk media, and an actuator which performs positioning control of the magnetic head fixed to the arm to a target position on the disk media, a frame supporting the hard disk drive, and a dynamic absorber placed in the hard disk drive or in the frame, wherein the dynamic absorber absorbs vibration in the rotation direction acting on the hard disk drive with a part of the hard disk drive as the rotation center.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2011Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: Hitachi, Ltd.Inventors: Naoki Wada, Toshihiro Arisaka, Daisuke Matsuka
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Patent number: 8472191Abstract: An image displaying apparatus, which is excellent in heat radiation efficiency and has an excellent back design, includes a display panel for displaying an image; a heat generating member provided on a back side of the display panel; and a cabinet for covering the display panel and the heat generating member at least from the back side of the display panel. In the cabinet, an aperture is provided at a position facing the heat generating member, and an opening/closing unit enables switching between closing and opening of the aperture. In a state that the aperture is opened by the opening/closing unit and one part of a heat-transfer member is positioned on a side of the cabinet opposite to the display panel, the other part of the heat-transfer member extends through the aperture so that the heat-transfer member can thermally be connected to the heat generating member.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2011Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Canon Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Takeshi Yamamoto, Kinya Kamiguchi
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Patent number: 8439319Abstract: The invention is a self-supporting, mobile or fixed, adjustable stand for items such a computer keyboard, mouse or laptop computer for use while sitting on a recliner, sofa or chair, standing, sitting or kneeling on the floor. The assembly consists of an articulated arm mechanism with supporting gas spring piston that allows the tray to be raised or lowered effortlessly. The arm assembly swivels sideways to allow the user to sit or stand more freely. The tray assemblies also swivel for added practicality. The stand may be movable or fastened to a floor or another firm location. Movable base assembly options are included and four adjustable foot pegs or casters may be used to level the stand perfectly to the floor and to improve the mobility. The stand can be used with a wired or wireless keyboard and mouse when viewing a large monitor or television from a distance.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2010Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Inventor: Denis Page
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Patent number: 8427818Abstract: A collapsible support frame assembly includes a support frame having two parallel sliding rails, a slide holder coupled to and movable along the sliding rails of the support frame, a constant force spring mounted between the support frame and the slide holder, and a locking device having a casing affixed to the support frame and a stop member pivotally mounted in an accommodation chamber inside the casing. When the support frame is turned from a vertical position to a horizontal position, the stop member is forced by the gravity thereof to bias out of the accommodation chamber relative to the casing and to stop against the slide holder, thereby locking the slide holder, facilitating packing and delivery.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2009Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Assignee: Jarllytec Co., Ltd.Inventor: Lien-Ming Liu
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Patent number: 8366060Abstract: A supporting arm assembly has an upper arm, a lower arm, a display-connecting device and a holding device. The lower arm is pivotally connected to the upper arm. The display-connecting device is mounted on the upper arm and has a pivotal pin, a connecting base, a display mount, an engaging panel and a display holding panel. The pivotal pin is mounted rotatably on the upper arm. The connecting base is connected pivotally to the pivotal pin. The display mount is mounted securely on the connecting base. The engaging panel is mounted in the display mount. The display holding panel is mounted detachably in the display mount and detachably engages the engaging panel by an engagement between at least one engaging protrusion and at least one engaging recess. The holding base is mounted on the lower arm at an end opposite to the upper arm.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2010Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Modernsolid Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chin-Jui Hung