Abstract: Apparatus and method for a secondary display system for a computer are disclosed. A secondary display system of the present invention includes a flat panel display configured such that the display is conveniently located both during and between use thereof. The system comprises a liquid crystal display module (LCDM), a corresponding display controller connected to the LCDM via an appropriate interface, and a mounting device connected to the LCDM for mounting and positioning the LCDM in close proximity to the monitor of a computer. In a preferred embodiment, the mounting device comprises a plurality of clamping devices, which are disposed between a monitor of the computer, and a single axis hinge. The LCDM is attached to the hinge so that the LCDM may be rotated on a vertical axis. During use, the LCDM may be rotated such that its display screen is coplanar with the display screen of the monitor.

Abstract: A terminal mounting apparatus provides unlimited tilt positions in an operating range while also providing a stable surface for operating a terminal. The mounting apparatus includes a base member, a top member, a pivot member for connecting the base member and the top member, and a conical clutch mechanism located around the pivot member for maintaining the top member in unlimited tilt positions. The conical clutch mechanism includes a plunger with a cam, a foam spring pad, and a floating clutch plate.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for a secondary display system for a computer are disclosed. A secondary display system of the present invention includes a flat panel display configured such that the display is conveniently located both during and between use thereof. The system comprises a liquid crystal display module (LCDM), a corresponding display controller connected to the LCDM via an appropriate interface, and a mounting device connected to the LCDM for mounting and positioning the LCDM in close proximity to the monitor of a computer. In a preferred embodiment, the mounting device comprises a rectangular plate, which is horizontally disposed between a chassis and a monitor of the computer, and the positioning means comprises a single axis hinge, which is connected to a front corner of the plate such that the hinge rotates on a vertical axis. One edge of the LCDM is attached to the hinge so that the LCDM may be rotated on a vertical axis.

Abstract: An improved monitor stand assembly is disclosed having an upper stand portion with a horizontal locking aperture and first and second guide ribs protrudently formed on the underside of the upper stand portion. The assembly also includes a stand base portion having a coupler bar and rotation controlling ribs and an integral resilient tab. Cooperation of the guide ribs with the controlling ribs and a rib on the resilient tab provides an adjustment and control mechanism which prevents the upper stand portion and stand base portion from dislocating by reducing the resistance to adjustment. The present invention also prevents any deformation of the resilient tab structure or limiting structure thereby enhancing product reliability.

Abstract: A modular monitor architecture based on a CRT comprises a base, a tilt/swivel module, a display module, and an input module. The base is coupled to and supports the tilt/swivel module. The display module is mounted on the tilt/swivel module and also defines a cavity for receiving the input module. The input module is attached to the display module in the cavity. Each module may take a variety of forms depending on the features that are provided by a particular variant. The tilt/swivel module may have a first form that provides the coupling that allows rotation and tilting of the display module or a second form that provides audio input and output in addition to the mobility features of the first form. Similarly, the display module has a first form for housing a smaller sized CRT and a second form for housing a larger sized CRT. Finally, the input module may have three forms: one for no input, a second for audio input or alternatively IR input, and an third for audio and video input.

Abstract: An enclosure with a horizontal axis of rotation near the base of the enclosure, plus an adjustable foot to form a three-point support. The adjustable foot can be moved in a circle around a horizontal axis of rotation, thereby providing a range of stable positions. The adjustment mechanism includes a detent and matching depressions to allow certain fixed adjustments which will not slip.

Abstract: A monitor tilting device capable of tilting the monitor using one hand. In an embodiment, the device comprises a cabinet bottom having a tilting opening at its rear lower surface, a monitor tilting member rotatably downwardly received in the tilting opening, a sliding washer rotatably receiving the upper section of the tilting member, and a torsion spring member elastically supporting the tilting member for supporting a tiled position of the monitor. In another embdiment, the device comprises a bracket integrally formed on the bottom surface of the monitor and a tilting member rotatably engaged with this bracket. In a further embodiment, the device comprises a monitor stand having a sliding depression, a sliding washer slidably coupled to an insert member of the sliding depression, and a bottom surface of the monitor fixedly coupled to the sliding washer.

Abstract: An adjustable monitor suspending assembly is provided for a monitor that is positioned under a transparent portion in the top surface member of a desk-like structure. The suspending assembly is adjustable and suspends a forward upper region and a rearward upper region of the monitor. The suspending assembly avoids the need for a shelf member for supporting lower portions of the monitor.

Abstract: A computer Input/Output (I/O) assembly including a stand for supporting an I/O device, such as a display or the like. The stand includes a main support member and an auxiliary support member offset from the main support member. A mechanism providing swivel and rotational motions coupled the main support member to a base and another mechanism providing swivel, rotation, and tilt motions couples the auxiliary support member to the I/O device. The total rotational motion provided by the mechanisms is greater than 360.degree..

Abstract: A compact docking station for a portable computer includes a mounting bracket assembly for supporting together as a compact unit a computer port replicating device, a DC power supply and a light for illuminating the work area of the computer. The mounting bracket assembly includes lower and upper mounting brackets that are pivotably connected to each other. The lower mounting bracket can be directly mounted on a support base such as a vehicle console. The upper mounting bracket provides a computer support surface and carries the port replicating device adjacent thereto. The upper mounting bracket is pivotable between a generally horizontal computer use position, and an upwardly angled computer removal/attachment position. This arrangement allows the computer to be positioned for use in a limited space, with minimal handling and clutter.

Abstract: An adjustable monitor support assembly for a monitor is positioned under a transparent portion in the top surface member of a desk-like structure. The support assembly utilizes a shelf member that is supported by laterally outwardly extending associated stub shafts. A pair of rails is provided and each one thereof is located along a different lateral side of the shelf member. The stub shafts slidably engage the rails so that the shelf member is movable relative to the rails. Retaining members for holding the shelf member at a desired location along the rails are provided. Since the rails are parabolically curved, the monitor is movable with the front face being generally perpendicular to the eye levels of various seated users.

Abstract: A monitor tilting device capable of tilting the monitor using one hand. In an embodiment, the device comprises a cabinet bottom having a tilting opening at its rear lower surface, a monitor tilting member rotatably downwardly received in the tilting opening, a sliding washer rotatably receiving the upper section of the tilting member, and a torsion spring member elastically supporting the tilting member for supporting a tiled position of the monitor. In another embdiment, the device comprises a bracket integrally formed on the bottom surface of the monitor and a tilting member rotatably engaged with this bracket. In a further embodiment, the device comprises a monitor stand having a sliding depression, a sliding washer slidably coupled to an insert member of the sliding depression, and a bottom surface of the monitor fixedly coupled to the sliding washer.

Abstract: A direction adjustment and an angle adjustment apparatus for a video display device are disclosed. The direction adjustment apparatus comprises an upper support and a lower support. The upper support has a bottom which has a plurality of cavities each of which accommodates a roller. The lower support is rotationally connected to the upper support. The lower support has at least a circular guide rail for seating and guiding the roller. The weight of the video display device is transmitted to the circular guide rail of the lower support through the upper support and the roller, and when the upper support is rotated as a result of the direction adjustment of the video display device, the roller is rolling within the circular guide rail of the lower support. The angle adjustment apparatus comprises an upper support, an angle adjustment device and a connecting device. The upper support has a top of a concave shape which has a plurality of cavities each of which accommodates a roller.

Abstract: A counterbalance mechanism for vertically positioning a load includes auxiliary linkage means associated with an upper end of the mechanism for carrying a load and automatically varying the vertical angular orientation of the load incident to vertical movement of the load.

Abstract: An apparatus for aspirating and analyzing blood, urine or other specimens, in which an operating and display unit is built in the front cover. The operating and display unit is furnished with operation keys and a display screen is rotatably pivoted, at its one end, on the front cover by a the shaft. In this construction, in an automatic analyzer of blood, urine or the like having the operating and display unit built in the front cover, even with the front cover opened, the operation keys may be manipulated and the display screen may be observed easily.

Abstract: A computer stand has shelves for supporting a keyboard and monitor pivotally connected to a pivot rod which is transversely supported between side frames at the front thereof. Rear cross beams connect the side frames. Monitor and keyboard braces allow independent adjustment of the angles of the shelves. The height of the keyboard shelf and monitor shelf is also adjustable. Printer and CPU shelves may also be mounted on the side frames.

Abstract: An adjustable monitor suspending assembly is provided for a monitor that is positioned under a transparent portion in the top surface member of a desk-like structure. The suspending assembly is adjustable and suspends a forward upper region and a rearward upper region of the monitor. The suspending assembly avoids the need for a shelf member for supporting lower portions of the monitor.

Abstract: The objective of the present invention is to provide a swivel chassis in which the angle of the mounted device can be freely varied vertically and horizontally and in which a sufficient level of holding strength is assured so that the desired angle is not subject to change with vibration and the weight of the mounted device. To achieve this objective, the swivel chassis main unit comprises a base and a hemispherical raised portion with spherical surfaces formed on the inside and outside, and an inclination restricting hole formed at its center.

Abstract: In a slow-acting rotary shaft device, a shaft, which rotatably supports a second member, includes a hollow shaft body latched to a first member inrotatably, a cap member outwardly inserted on an end portion of the shaft body rotatably and latched to the second member inrotatably, a torsion bar which has one end latched with the shaft body and another end latched with a cap member, and a viscous grease enclosed between the shaft body and cap members. The hollow shaft body is divided into two portions, a body portion of which latches to one of the end portions of the torsion bar. In opposite surfaces of the two portions, a projection formed at one surface and a concave portion formed at another surface are loosely inserted and provided with a relatively rotatable race area.

Abstract: An angle adjusting device to be pivoted on a display device and a main body thereof, herein an angle of inclination of the display is controlled by a frictional force obtained between a rotatable axis and at least a pair of coil spring closely wound over the rotatable axis.

Abstract: A portable computer apparatus having a dual-pivot articulating display screen capable of being adjusted to a plurality of different viewing angles as desired. In the preferred embodiment, the disclosed apparatus is an implantable medical device programming unit. The substantially flat display screen is movable from a closed position in which it is substantially parallel with an upper surface of the apparatus, to any of a plurality of open positions wherein the display can be viewed by an operator. The display screen is coupled to the main housing of the apparatus by means of a pivoting link arm, and the central portion of the bottom edge of the display screen is provided with a support member extending therefrom, which may be located in one of a number of defined locations within a support channel in the upper surface of the main housing of the apparatus. The display is preferably touch sensitive, so that user interaction with the apparatus is accomplished by a stylus or the like.

Abstract: A foot for fans that is engaged in a bottom panel of a fan housing to elevate or tilt one side of the fan for air direction and which is also useful to support the housing to resist tip-over of the fan.

Abstract: A support stand includes a base plate having first and second support plates, having respective first and second slots for adjustably mounting respective first and second mounting plates, that in turn include respective first and second top walls that are coplanar with a bridge plate extending orthogonally between the mounting plates, with the bridge plate and the first and second top walls arranged to position a keyboard assembly in an adjustable relationship relative to the base plate.

Abstract: A notebook computer having a flip screen which slides and pivots about a horizontal axis to position a pen input and display side of the screen in an inclined position between a keyboard portion and a frame portion. The flip screen fits within the frame portion and is equipped with left and right pivot pins. The frame portion has corresponding channels for receiving the pins and holding the screen in place.

Abstract: A one piece shaft which supports two rotatable members is provided with shafts for energizing the rotation and for controlling an energized force of each member separately. The shaft includes a shaft body which connects two hollow shaft bodies attached to each rotatable member unrotatably on the same central shaft axis so as to rotate relatively, two members attached unrotatably to the fixed member attached rotatably to both sides of this shaft, and two torsion bars bridged between the separated hollow shaft bodies and the cap member respectively.

Abstract: An angle adjusting device for a display device, wherein at least one coil spring having a free end and another end fixed on a rotatable axis is mounted closely on the inner wall of a fixed axis so as not to expose, and the angle of inclination of a display device is adjusted by a locking torque between the fixed axis and the coil spring.

Abstract: A rotary stand having a base and a turntable connected in a slidable manner at their respective circular faces by a connecting member inserted into an axis and a spacer which has a projection fitted to the outer periphery of the axis inserted into an elongated hole of the turntable, so that the projection is restricted to turn within the elongated hole, while being permitted to turn only in a predetermined area within the guide groove of the base.

Abstract: A portable computer having a base housing and a removable display pivotably mounted thereon, the display being removable from the base housing to be made free-standing on pivotable support feet, while having a removable electrical cable to the base housing.

Abstract: A video display assembly, suitable for use in an airplane seat, includes a video display and a chamber configured and dimensioned to receive the display when the display is disposed in a first substantially vertical plane. The display is connected to the chamber by an arm having a pair of end portions and a shank portion intermediate the end portions, a proximal one of the end portions being secured to the chamber and a distal other of the end portions being secured to the display. The proximal one arm end portion is pivotable in the first substantially vertical plane relative to the chamber to move the display between a stow orientation wherein the display is stowed in the chamber and an intermediate orientation wherein the display is outside of the chamber. The shank portion is pivotable in a substantially horizontal plane relative to the proximal one arm end portion to move the display between the intermediate orientation and a generally vertical use orientation wherein the display is in a second plane.

Abstract: A case for electronic components of a computer has a base section and a central section hinged together along a pivot axis. The base section provides a base compartment for first electronic components and may rest on a support surface. The central section provides a central compartment for second electronic components and has a front face with a display panel. The hinge structure is positioned so that, in a closed position, the base section is folded against the back of the central section. In an open position, the central section is elevated at an angle to the support surface with the base section extending rearwardly of the pivot axis which is located proximately to the intersection of the top and front walls of the base section. A cover may be secured to cover the display, and this cover can include a keyboard input for the computer. The keyboard/cover may also be releasably securable to the base section.

Abstract: An ergonomically designed computer workstation includes a computer stand, stool, footrest assembly, and keyboard and forearm support assembly being adjustable so that the workstation can accommodate users in various sitting and standing positions. The stand has a base member, an upright member supported by the base member for vertical movement, and a planar platform mounted by the upright member in a horizontal plane to provide a support surface for a variety of computer equipment. The stool includes a stationary base and a seat with a back for supporting a user thereon. The stool can be adjusted to vertically move the seat away from or toward the base to position the seat at a desired elevation. The footrest assembly is mounted to the base member of the stand and can be adjusted to and positioned at a desired elevation corresponding to the desired elevation selected for the stand platform and stool in order to permit the user to assume an ergonomically proper position at the stand and on the stool.

Abstract: A portable computer has a base unit and a flat panel display unit. The base unit has a keyboard and a turntable rotatably connecting to the base unit in a horizontal direction. A display support is fixed to the turntable. The flat panel display unit is pivotally connected to the display supporter. The flat panel display unit rotates in the vertical direction between a closed position for covering the keyboard and an open position for operating the keyboard. The flat panel display unit rotates with the turntable in a horizontal direction between the open position and a twisted position for twisting the flat panel display unit. A display stopper prevents the flat panel display from rotating in the vertical direction when it is in the twisted position.

Abstract: A tiltable turntable for supporting a display monitor, for example, has a support base, a monitor base, and a post of a substantially H-shaped cross section by which the support base and the monitor base are resiliently coupled to each other for relative tilting and rotational movement. The support base has two spaced stoppers. To assemble the tiltable turntable, the support base and the monitor base are sandwiched by the post, and the support base is turned with respect to the monitor base until a retaining member of the post rides over an inclined surface of one of the stoppers. When the retaining member of the post is positioned between the stoppers, the post is retained between the stoppers against dislodgment from the support base and limits the range of relative rotational movement between the support base and the monitor base. The support base and the monitor base are resiliently held together by the retaining member of the post.

Abstract: A disengageable tilt apparatus supports a structure such as an optical scanner for moving and supporting the scanner between vertical and horizontal positions and includes a support member having a cylindrical recessed portion within which is positioned a plastic flexible pivot member which applies a frictional force on the recessed portion to allow the scanner to be rotated and held in an operating position. The pivot member comprises a W-shaped member secured to the scanner having flexible arm members whose outer contact surface coincides with the cylindrical surface of the recessed portion to apply the frictional force.

Abstract: A keyboard support apparatus has a mounting bracket (11), a keyboard support bracket (15) pivotally connected via parallel bars (20, 25) permitting change in altitude of bracket (15). The mechanism may be locked against change in altitude by means of a formation 58 associated with a bar (20) which is interengageable with a formation (54) associated with bracket (15) by means of a laterally operable lever 40 resiliently biased by a spring plate 52 towards engagement. In a preferred embodiment (FIGS. 13 to 15) support bracket (15) may be tilted about a pivot (22) and the mechanism permits one-handed selective operation of altitude adjustment or tilt adjustment.

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed for mounting a display monitor on a base and for permitting and limiting the extent of tilting and rotating of the monitor. The apparatus is made up of a spherical projection extending from the bottom of the monitor and a cavity formed in the base for accommodating the spherical projection. A collar surrounds the cavity and has an annular groove for slidably accommodating a swivel ring therein. The ring and the spherical projection have mating surfaces permitting tilting of the monitor. Projecting from the top of the swivel ring are lugs for engaging slots in the spherical projection such that when the monitor rotates, the lugs in the slots force the swivel ring to rotate with the spherical projection. A pair of swivel stops extending from a side of the groove engage a tooth extending from the swivel ring, limiting the extent of rotation of the swivel ring in the groove.

Abstract: This invention relates a swivel mechanism for a monitor of a laptop computer and in particular to one utilizing four tightly fitted axles in the same direction to be its horizontal axis and a tightly fitted upright axle to be its vertical axis so as to enable the monitor to rotate with respect to the horizontal and the vertical axes when pushed by the user thereby widening the visible range and thus, increasing the working efficiency and the feasibility as well.

Abstract: A keyboard support apparatus has a mounting bracket (11), a keyboard support bracket (15) pivotally connected via parallel bars (20, 25) permitting change in altitude of bracket (15). The mechanism may be locked against change in altitude by means of a formation 58 associated with a bar (20) which is interengageable with a formation (54) associated with bracket (15) by means of a laterally operable lever 40 resiliently biased by a spring plate 52 towards engagement. In a preferred embodiment (FIGS. 13 to 15) support bracket (15) may be tilted about a pivot (22) and the mechanism permits one handed selective operation of altitude adjustment or tilt adjustment.

Abstract: A free positioning tilt unit for use in portable computer or the like, comprises of main frame, mounting bracket element, sleeve, display unit and bushing, in which the opening, closing and positioning of the display unit is achieved by means of the revolving and positioning of the bushing in the sleeve; the bushing is secured to the display unit by means of the engagement of relative tangent planes so as to follow the display unit to move; a central through-hole is formed, when all the component parts are respectively connected together, for insert therethrough of electric wires.

Abstract: An equipment carrier, e.g. for a monitor or measuring device and having a mounting plate is described, which is tilt-adjustable and lockable in different tilt angles. The equipment carrier comprises a base frame mounted on runners and on which are arranged two columns. A mounting plate is vertically adjustably suspended by means of two oscillating arms between the two columns.

Abstract: There is disclosed a mounting structure for a CRT display which includes a pair of tubular support members with the first one secured to a ceiling surface and the second one slidably mounted within the first one. Knobs are included to lock the second support member in an adjusted position within the first support member. A yoke assembly secured to one end of the second tubular support member includes a yoke member secured to the support member, a tray member rotatably secured to the yoke member for supporting the display and adapted to be rotated to an adjusted position, a strap member secured to the yoke member for holding the display on the tray member and a locking knob for locking the tray member in the adjusted position.

Abstract: An adjustable monitor stand for pivoting a monitor about a horizontal axis which is relatively simple to operate and which does not require great effort to adjust is provided. The stand includes a base, a platform for holding the monitor, and a hinge interconnecting the base and the platform. The hinge includes a torsion spring selected with regard to the mass of the monitor and the distance of its center of gravity from the axis so that the gravitational torque produced as the monitor is pivoted with the platform about the horizontal axis is always substantially balanced by the restoring torque generated by the spring. The stand therefore requires very little effort to adjust.

Abstract: A data display terminal comprising a cabinet having a base which is provided with an array of apertures to which a tilt-swivel assembly can be detachably secured.

Abstract: A tilt/swivel display base for a product such as video display terminals and similar devices. The base contains few moving parts and results in only a limited displacement above the work surface. The display base has one or more rocker legs which have arcuate cross sections. The rocker legs allow forward and backward tilting of the video display terminal. Locking wedges are provided to stabilize the display base in a selected position. Swiveling is accomplished by rotating the entire video display terminal and display base about a vertical axis. Rotation about a vertical axis is possible due to the small area of contact between the display base rocker legs and the work surface. The locking wedges are maintained in position by locking wedge flanges with mate with a groove in the rocker leg. A tensioning device is provided to insure constant pressure between the locking wedge and the rocker leg. A stop can be incorporated on the rocker legs to prevent excessive tilting.

Abstract: An improved tilt and swivel mechanism is presented in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The mechanism includes a base on which is placed a rocker. The rocker moves in a rocking motion with respect to the base. The rocker is prevented from moving in a sliding motion with respect to the base. The present design allows for simplicity of manufacture and maximum ease of use.

Abstract: A portable typewriter, including keyboard and printer, is disclosed. It has a display pivotable about two axes which can be disposed in a position covering the keyboard. It can be pivoted about a first axis to reveal the keyboard, and can be further raised to reveal the printer.