Post Patents (Class 40/607.01)
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Patent number: 12189426Abstract: Disclosed is a flexible display apparatus characterized by comprising: a first body; a flexible display configured to be inserted into the first body or withdrawn from the first body, while being deformed by an external force; a second body coupled to one end of the flexible display; and a rear surface plate coupled to a rear surface portion of the flexible display and configured to deform together with the flexible display, wherein the flexible display deforms so as to be windable while being inserted into the first body, and deforms so as to be unfolded while being withdrawn from the first body.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2019Date of Patent: January 7, 2025Assignee: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Hoseok Chung, Jinwoo Park
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Patent number: 12153469Abstract: A display device includes a display module, a plurality of support bars disposed on a rear surface of the display module, a roller which is connected to one end of the display module and around which the display module and part of the plurality of support bars are wound, and a housing which accommodates the display module, the plurality of support bars, and the roller. A gap between the plurality of support bars varies according to areas of the display module.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2019Date of Patent: November 26, 2024Assignee: SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO., LTD.Inventors: Jin Hwan Choi, Hyunwoo Koo, Taewoong Kim, Dongwon Choi, Hayk Khachatryan
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Patent number: 12124298Abstract: A rollable mobile terminal comprises: a rolling part bent in a first direction and comprising a flexible display unit and a flexible frame which is bent and located on the rear surface of the flexible display unit; a first body having a cylindrical accommodation part in which one side of the rolling part in the first direction is rolled and stored, and an opening formed in one side thereof through which the rolling part enters and is withdrawn; and a second body to which the other side of the rolling part in the first direction is coupled, wherein the rollable mobile terminal can be changed into a state in which the rolling part is accommodated in the first body, and the first body and the second body are closed, or a state in which the rolling part is withdrawn to the outside and the first body and the second body are separated from each other and open, and, even when the flexible display unit is unrolled, the flexible display unit is stably supported such that a display device is supported and a touch inputType: GrantFiled: March 26, 2019Date of Patent: October 22, 2024Assignee: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Sehoon Chun, Bumoh Park, Junghyun Jo
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Patent number: 12028015Abstract: A beam includes a flat plate and an elliptical curved plate, each of both ends of the flat plate are respectively fixedly connected to a corresponding end of the elliptical curved plate to form a ring shape, and a plane where the flat plate is located is perpendicular to a long axis of an ellipse where the elliptical curved plate is located. Also provided is the use of the beam in a solar tracking bracket that includes the beam; a post; and a bearing seat comprising a bearing ring, a Z-shaped support plate and a bottom plate connected sequentially. The Z-shaped support plate has a Z-shaped cross section, the beam is installed inside the bearing ring, the flat plate of the beam faces a solar module, and the bottom plate is connected to the post.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2021Date of Patent: July 2, 2024Assignee: Arctech Solar Holding Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shitao Wang, Pengxiao Yu
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Patent number: 11909349Abstract: Disclosed are a main beam and a use thereof and a photovoltaic tracking bracket, wherein the main beam includes a flat plate and an elliptical curved plate, each of both ends of the flat plate are respectively fixedly connected to a corresponding end of the elliptical curved plate to form a ring shape, and a plane where the flat plate is located is perpendicular to a long axis of an ellipse where the elliptical curved plate is located. Also provided is the use of the main beam in the photovoltaic tracking bracket. The photovoltaic tracking bracket includes the main beam; a stand column; and a bearing seat comprising a bearing ring, a Z-shaped support plate and a bottom plate connected sequentially from top to bottom, wherein the Z-shaped support plate has a Z-shaped cross section, the main beam is installed inside the bearing ring, the flat plate of the main beam faces a photovoltaic assembly, and the bottom plate is connected to the stand column.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2020Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Assignee: Arctech Solar Holding Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shitao Wang, Pengxiao Yu, Jianmin Li
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Patent number: 11140794Abstract: A flexible display device may include a flexible display screen, a rotating shaft, a resetting mechanism, and a positioning mechanism. The flexible display screen is wound on the rotating shaft. The resetting mechanism may be connected to the rotating shaft. The resetting mechanism may be operable to drive the rotating shaft to rotate to unfold the flexible display screen. The positioning mechanism may be configured to position the unfolded flexible display screen; and the resetting mechanism may be further operable to drive the rotating shaft to rotate in an opposite direction such that the flexible display in the unfolded state may be wound on the rotating shaft.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2019Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Assignee: GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP., LTD.Inventor: Ke Ran
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Patent number: 10743429Abstract: The present invention relates to a rollable display device. A rollable display device includes a display module including a flexible display panel; and a support unit disposed at a rear surface of the display module and including a bar-shaped rigid plate and a cover configured to fix the rigid plate to the rear surface of the display module, wherein the bar-shaped rigid plate has a first hardness, and wherein the bar-shaped rigid plate is in close contact with and fixed to the cover having a second hardness lower than the first hardness, so that the bar-shaped rigid plate is free from the display module. The rollable display device may have improved rigidity in an unrolled state.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2019Date of Patent: August 11, 2020Assignee: LG Display Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chang-Hee Choi
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Patent number: 10678391Abstract: A wearable electronic device is provided herein. The wearable electronic device includes a body defining an aperture therethrough. The aperture is sized and shaped to receive a finger of a user. The wearable electronic device further includes a computer processor and an input device at least partially extending from an inner surface of the body. The input device is movable between a first position and a second position. Movement of the input device between the first position and second position provides an input to the processor. The electronic wearable device also includes a transmitter coupled to the computer processor and configured to send electronic transmissions to an external electronic device. The electronic transmissions correspond to the input. The electronic wearable device also includes a power source for providing power to the computer processor, the input device and the transmitter.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2018Date of Patent: June 9, 2020Assignee: North Inc.Inventor: Jason T. Griffin
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Patent number: 10590945Abstract: A fiber composite material comprises a polymer matrix, carbon fibers, and non-carbon fibers, wherein the non-carbon fibers have a strain to failure value greater than the strain to failure value of the carbon fibers. Also discussed is a preform comprising the fiber composite material combined in a three dimensionally woven structure. Also discussed is a fan blade for a jet engine.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2016Date of Patent: March 17, 2020Assignee: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATIONInventor: Bradley L. Paquin
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Patent number: 10401907Abstract: The present application discloses a display apparatus comprising a flexible display panel capable of undergoing deformation between a flat configuration in which the flexible display panel is substantially flat and a curved configuration in which the flexible display panel is curved; and a first arm section and a second arm section for deforming the flexible display panel between the flat configuration and the curved configuration.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2016Date of Patent: September 3, 2019Assignee: BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd.Inventor: Song Song
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Patent number: 9809992Abstract: A utility marker comprises a support pole for placement in the ground at a desired location to be marked. An enhancer, located at the upper end of the support pole, is adapted to designate a particular type of utility line under the ground. The enhancer defines an internal cavity in which a nesting animal may nest. An opening is provided in the enhancer to allow ingress and egress of the nesting animal. Preferably, the enhancer is colored according to a predetermined color scheme to designate the particular type of utility line and may have utility marker indicia located thereon.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2015Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Inventor: Stephen E Barlow
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Patent number: 9212863Abstract: A toy assembly containing projectiles and a launcher. The launcher is a static structure having a hook projection extending therefrom. The projectile contains a length of coiled ribbon spring that causes the projectile to be biased into a curled configuration. The projectile stores spring energy when unwound from its coiled configuration. The projectile can be made bi-stable so that it can lay at rest in both its initial coiled configuration and a straightened linear configuration. A mechanical connector temporarily engages the first end of the projectile with the launcher. Once the projectile is engaged with the launcher, the first end of the projectile is held in place as the projectile is uncoiled out of its initial coiled configuration. When the projectile is released, it recoils and launches the projectile forward.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2014Date of Patent: December 15, 2015Inventor: Brian F. Weinstock
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Publication number: 20140345176Abstract: A modular realty signpost comprising a first vertical sign section made from extruded vinyl tubing; a second horizontal sign section made from extruded vinyl tubing and designed to intersect and connect with the first vertical sign section; and a plurality of clip and bracket combinations for holding a swinging realty sign, each of said clips designed to fit in an aperture in a bottom surface of the second horizontal sign section. A method for making same is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2014Publication date: November 27, 2014Inventors: Frank L. Okert, Keith R. Mccaulley
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Publication number: 20140338240Abstract: A road sign, for viewing by primary traffic and right-angled traffic comprises a sign plate having a first indicia representative of the sign's message directed to the primary traffic and a lateral member having a second indicia. In a preferred embodiment, the lateral member has suitable dimensions, is suitably positioned relative to the sign plate and has suitable second indicia so as to give the appearance, when viewed by right-angled traffic, that a portion of the sign plate was bent substantially perpendicular to the sign's normal orientation along substantially the vertical axis of the sign. Additional embodiments are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Inventor: Arthur Samuel BARKER
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Patent number: 8870410Abstract: An optics panel for use in a light emitting diode (LED) lighting is disclosed. A plurality of LEDs is disposed on a substrate and directed outward therefrom. A substantially transparent substrate is disposed over the plurality of LEDs and configured to direct light from each of the plurality of LEDs of the lighting assembly onto a surface having a predetermined bounded area. Light from each of the LEDs is directed by the transparent substrate across the entire area of the surface so that each LED illuminates substantially the entire surface with a substantially equal level of illumination per LED.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: Ultravision Holdings, LLCInventor: David Siucheong Auyeung
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Patent number: 8782936Abstract: An end frame assembly configured to be coupled to a product display structure includes an elongated post, an arm, and a sign holder. The arm is coupled to and extends away from a top end of the elongated post to define a free end opposite the elongated post, defines an internal cavity, and includes a bottom panel defining two or more slots extending longitudinally through the bottom panel of the arm between the free end and the elongated post. Each of the two or more slots provides access to the internal cavity. The sign holder defines a top edge including a rail section. The rail section slidably couples with the arm via one of the two or more slots and is at least partially maintained within the internal cavity of the arm. The sign holder extends through the slot and hangs downwardly from the bottom panel of the arm.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2012Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.Inventors: Robert G. Logan, Jeremy A. Clark, David H. Cheney, Paul A. Schlough, Jason L. Dusbabek
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Patent number: 8776414Abstract: A media display assembly comprises a support and a sign holder. The support defines a substantially vertical section, a substantially horizontal section, and a bent transition section extending between the substantially vertical section and the substantially horizontal section. The support is formed in a substantially L-shape. The sign holder includes a first panel and a second panel sized substantially identically to the first panel. The first panel and the second panel are coupled to one another along a closed edge of the sign holder and define a slot therebetween them for receiving a sign. The second panel of the sign holder is coupled to the substantially vertical section of the support on a side of the substantially vertical section opposite the substantially horizontal section. The second panel of the sign holder extends in a plane substantially perpendicular to the substantially horizontal section of the support.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2012Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.Inventors: Jeremy A. Clark, Amy M. Bacskai, Robert G. Logan, David Cheney
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Publication number: 20140165437Abstract: A road sign, for viewing by primary traffic and right-angled traffic comprises a sign plate having a first indicia representative of the sign's message directed to the primary traffic and a lateral member having a second indicia. In a preferred embodiment, the lateral member has suitable dimensions, is suitably positioned relative to the sign plate and has suitable second indicia so as to give the appearance, when viewed by right-angled traffic, that a portion of the sign plate was bent substantially perpendicular to the sign's normal orientation along substantially the vertical axis of the sign. Additional embodiments are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2012Publication date: June 19, 2014Inventor: Arthur Samuel BARKER
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Patent number: 8720091Abstract: A three-dimensional marking display to partially enclose conventional outdoor lighting poles whereby the display includes a circular or multisided wrap having a top affixed to the upper edge of the wrap and a bottom affixed to the lower edge of the wrap for attachment to the upright lighting pole element.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Inventor: Robert George Snyder
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Patent number: 8720844Abstract: A structure is provided for coupling items such as signs, birdhouses and cameras to a fixed support structure is disclosed. Various mechanisms for attachment to a variety of supporting structures are described. The structure firmly holds an item in place, and the structure is capable of secure attachment to a variety of supporting structures.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Inventors: Anthony J. Westimayer, Monroe A Aubry
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Patent number: 8713829Abstract: A temporary reusable sign apparatus that includes a substantially flat sign board having one or more openings and front and rear sides, and a securing means for securing the substantially flat sign board to a supporting structure. The front side includes a dry-eraseable marker surface configured to receive one or more indicia. The securing means is configured to deflectably receive and thereby frictionaly engage a portion of the supporting structure.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2013Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Inventor: Donald Crofford
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Patent number: 8707596Abstract: A street sign mounting assembly has a universal sign post cap and at least one sign holder bracket. The cap is universally adapted to fit common street sign posts including, without limitation, square, round and U-channel posts. The sign holder brackets are designed to hold street signs of varying thicknesses.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2012Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Inventors: Steven E. Smith, Marcel G. Peterson
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Patent number: 8695252Abstract: A system for advertising, having a post assembly with first and second ends. The first end has a first neck member with a first threaded opening having a cap thereon, and the second end having a second neck member with a second threaded opening. A display assembly has first and second transparent or translucent walls joined at least at first, second, and third edges. The display assembly further has a first seam to define a first channel and a second seam to define a second channel. A fourth edge defines a sealing edge. First and second elongated rods prevent the display assembly from bending or flapping. The display assembly displays matter housed between the first and second transparent or translucent walls. An extension post assembly has third and fourth ends, and at least one tension arm.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2012Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Inventor: Herenia Urbina
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Publication number: 20140075797Abstract: A system for advertising, having a post assembly with first and second ends. The first end has a first neck member with a first threaded opening having a cap thereon, and the second end having a second neck member with a second threaded opening. A display assembly has first and second transparent or translucent walls joined at least at first, second, and third edges. The display assembly further has a first seam to define a first channel and a second seam to define a second channel. A fourth edge defines a sealing edge. First and second elongated rods prevent the display assembly from bending or flapping. The display assembly displays matter housed between the first and second transparent or translucent walls. An extension post assembly has third and fourth ends, and at least one tension arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Inventor: Herenia URBINA
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Patent number: 8650783Abstract: A road sign mounting apparatus for displaying a road sign attached to a mounting bracket. The road sign mounting apparatus is adapted for being carried by a circular base having an open interior and a rim, and an upper profile and lower profile. The road sign mounting apparatus comprises a body and a plurality of legs carried by and extending outward from the body. Each of the plurality of legs is intended for being carried by the circular base. A road sign support is pivotally carried by the body and has a first position wherein the road sign support is carried beneath the upper profile of the circular base when carried by the circular base and a second position wherein the road sign support extends in a general vertical direction intersecting the plane defined by the upper profile of the circular base. The road sign support includes a locking mechanism for locking the road sign support in the second position. The road sign mounting apparatus may be carried by a tire having reflective surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2011Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Inventors: Herman Brown, John Evans
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Patent number: 8646196Abstract: A sign assembly includes a base, a pair of spring members, and a panel. The spring members include a resilient portion that includes attachment means at a first end to enable attachment of the spring member to the base. The spring members also include a generally straight rod that extends from a second end of the resilient portion. The panel defines a pair of openings at a lower edge configured to slidably receive the rod of the spring members. The amount by which the rod slides into the panel is configured to secure the panel in an upright position.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2010Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: American Louver CompanyInventors: Geoffrey M. Glass, Jr., Janet Riddich
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Patent number: 8640371Abstract: A weighted sign post base which may be formed in various weights and has a central portion made of resilient material, such as compression molded rubber, having a universal sign post mounting hole molded into the center of the base. The universal sign post mounting hole is uniquely shaped to create a friction grip sufficient to secure the sign post to the universal sign post base upon insertion of the sign post into the universal sign post mounting hole, thereby eliminating the need of any mounting hardware and allowing speedy erection of the sign.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2012Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Inventor: Robert F. Corr
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Patent number: 8640370Abstract: A signpost system includes a signpost system includes a signpost having a lower-most base end and an opposite upper end opposite the base end, a bore clamp including at least a traffic-side clamp member and a shoulder-side clamp member wherein the traffic-side clamp member is adapted to substantially mount flush into the traffic-side of the bore in the barrier and wherein the shoulder-side clamp member is adapted to mount onto the shoulder-side of the bore, and an elongate selectively adjustable tensioner extending from and between the clamp members for mounting the clamp members in the traffic-side and in the shoulder-side of the bore respectively, and wherein the shoulder-side clamp member is adapted for mounting to the base end of the signpost.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2012Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Adapt-Eze Safety Products Ltd.Inventors: Jeffrey Anton Mandl, Clinton Bradely Merslack
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Patent number: 8607488Abstract: An advertising system for a bollard includes a bollard shield that can be installed over a conventional bollard. The bollard shield includes a shield inner diameter greater than the bollard outer diameter, forming a shield gap between the bollard and the bollard shield. One or more compressible foam pads are positioned in the shield gap between the bollard and the bollard shield. A resilient bollard sheath can be rolled onto the bollard shield. The bollard sheath includes advertising or graphical materials disposed thereon. The bollard sheath is generally replaceable without replacing the entire bollard shield. A removable sheath panel may be detachably secured on the bollard sheath to provide additional advertising or graphical material. The sheath panel may be interchangeably and replaced with additional sheath panels having different advertising information.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2011Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Screen Trans Development Corp.Inventor: Brandon Steele Johnston
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Publication number: 20130318844Abstract: A real estate sign post apparatus comprises a sleeve configured to wrap about a post, a cap configured to be coupled to an end of the sleeve, and a sign coupled at least one of the sleeve or cap. The cap can be configured to fix a position of the sleeve on the post. When assembled, the sign can extend from a side of the post.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: December 5, 2013Applicant: Duhaime IncorporatedInventor: Dawn Duhaime Ohnstad
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Publication number: 20130305575Abstract: Highway or railroad sign assemblies having partial view obstructing means on their edges, mounted at an inclined position between or above road lanes or railroad tracks wherein vehicles or trains are traveling in opposite directions, and adapted to warn drivers that are going in the wrong direction without confusing drivers going the right way, and methods for so positioning such sign assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2012Publication date: November 21, 2013Inventors: Tim R. Miles, Sharyn Bills Miles
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Patent number: 8534623Abstract: A container [10] is disclosed having a universal bracket system [300] that allows attachment of the container [10] to a plurality of upstanding outdoor supports including posts, angle iron, and signs supported in cylindrical frameworks. In the preferred embodiment, the container [10] has a box [100] with a lid [200] pivotally attached thereto. The box [100] has a bracket system [300] comprised of an upper bracket [310], a central bracket [320] and a lower bracket [340] which have complementary geometric relationships that facilitate attachment to the multiple structures.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2011Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignee: Crow-Erickson, Inc.Inventors: Tommi L. Crow, James Papafagos, Todd Smith, Gary Pozum, Brian Mayo
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Patent number: 8516728Abstract: Provided is a flexible display apparatus that includes: a flexible display apparatus including: a flexible display panel; a housing including an opening through which the flexible display panel enters and exits the housing; a cylinder disposed within the housing to coil and uncoil the flexible display panel; and a stretcher that selectively extends from the opening to support the flexible display panel, such that the flexible display panel is substantially planar when the flexible display panel is extended outside of the housing.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2011Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Samsung Display Co., Ltd.Inventor: Youn Hwan Jung
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Patent number: 8479425Abstract: The present technology provides an illustrative display post that includes a first side, a second side, and a third side. The third side of the display post has a concave portion extending along a length of the third side such that the concave portion is configured to receive a convex surface. The third side also has a first flat portion along a side of the concave portion and extending along the length of the third side and a second flat portion along an opposite side of the concave portion as the first flat portion and extending along the length of the third side.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2010Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: 3D Post, LLCInventors: Gregory Allen Glesinger, Bradley Christopher Hegg
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Patent number: 8468728Abstract: An outdoor sign resistant to wind damage includes a support column; a display having secured and released positions, a lower edge and a central vertical axis aligned with the axis of the column when the sign is in the secured position; a lower horizontal arm with opposed ends mounted on the upper end of the support column; an upper horizontal arm with opposed ends attached to the display, the upper arm being parallel to the display lower edge and the lower support arm when the display is in the secured position; a pivot mechanism joining the support arms adjacent one end; and a retainer mechanism between the opposite ends of the support arms, the mechanism releasibly securing the support arms to each other when the sign is in the secured position. The retainer mechanism is unlatched when the wind force is greater than a predetermined value.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2011Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Inventor: Robert L. Nabors, Jr.
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Publication number: 20130104432Abstract: A sign/banner display system having one or more central support structures and a plurality of flexible rods connected to the one or more central support structures to provide a versatile uniquely configurable sign/banner display. The flexible rods can be telescoping in nature and have an engaging means for engaging and securing the sign/banner thereto. The central support structures can be differently configured for hanging or standing applications and can be mixed and matched to create the desired sign/banner.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2012Publication date: May 2, 2013Inventors: Chul PARK, Young J. LEE
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Publication number: 20130008067Abstract: An advertising display has support structures that attach to a pole. One or more advertising panels are mounted on the support structures to form an advertising display. The display may have the form of a cylinder, a triangle, a rectangle, an oval or other shapes. The display may optionally be tapered. The support structures may have a variety of score lines, at which the support may be folded as appropriate for the particular diameter of the pole. The panels may be secured to the supports by way of clips or other mechanical fasteners. Double-sided adhesive may be employed to secure ends of the panels, as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2011Publication date: January 10, 2013Inventor: Vincent M. DeMarco
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Patent number: 8341860Abstract: The present invention provides a tubular support (12) comprising a composite layer of resin and longitudinal arranged first fibers (66), said tubular support (12) further comprising longitudinal arranged second fibers (68) that are concentrated in discrete domains along the circumference of the tubular support, said second fibers having a Tensile modulus that is higher than the Tensile modulus of said first fibers.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2008Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Frangible Safety Posts LimitedInventors: Gerard S. Boyce, Nigel A. Finney, Ralph T. Middleton, Nicholas L. Weatherby
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Patent number: 8322060Abstract: A retractable double-sided banner stand has a base, two upright posts, a crossbar, and a single banner with graphic image(s) disposed on both sides of the banner. The base generally includes a housing, two housing end cap assemblies, a single core, and a retracting mechanism. The banner is wound around the core, and the retracting mechanism unwinds and winds the banner with respect to the core. The leading edge of the banner is attached to the crossbar, which is wider than the width of the banner. The banner stand has an erect upright mode for displaying the images(s), and a collapsed mode for transporting the banner stand. In the erect mode, the upright posts are retained in the base by means of a quick-release locking mechanism, the banner extends upwardly from the base, and the crossbar engages with, and is supported by, the upper portion of each of the upright posts.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2010Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.Inventors: Scott Parizek, Curtis H. Lindblom
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Patent number: 8297873Abstract: A bollard assembly having a post and a sleeve. The post has a cylindrical post wall forming a cavity, an insert included with in the cavity and a longitudinal passage in the post wall. The insert has a helical wedge at its lower end with a gap in the wedge. The sleeve has a cylindrical sleeve wall forming a cavity and a latch pin that is attached to the sleeve wall and extends into the cavity. The sleeve is adapted to receive the post such that the latch pin travels through the passage in the post wall and the gap in the wedge of the insert wherein the insert can then be rotated such that the latch pin and gap are no longer aligned and the latch pin prevents upward movement of the insert and post.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2012Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: Schram Management CompanyInventors: Michael D. Schram, Jon M. Schram
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Publication number: 20120092310Abstract: A robust and low-cost design to add graphics panels to a sun tracking, solar panel mounting system that can be mounted on a wide range of light poles and power poles. This design uses the promotional value of the applied graphics to further improve the economics of the solar installation resource to help speed the adoption of this distributed power generation resource.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2011Publication date: April 19, 2012Inventors: Robert Dana Lundahl, William Finch, Robert Wesley Cutlip
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Patent number: 8104205Abstract: A portable sign stand with wheels or rollers, an adjustable weighted base member, and a sign display member. The base member has one or more compartments so that liquid or solid ballast can be added to stabilize the sign stand in windy conditions. The upper and lower surface members of the otherwise hollow base member are joined together at one or more locations where the sign display member is connected to the base member. The base member can be made by blow molding techniques. One or more wheels are provided on the base member in order to allow the sign stand to be rolled and easily moved to different positions. One or more resilient members can be used to connect the sign display member to the base member.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2011Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Marketing Displays, Inc.Inventors: David U. Hillstrom, Brian J. Hillstrom
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Publication number: 20110314715Abstract: The supporting pole has a metallic inner structure (1) and an outer lining (2) extending over the entire length of the pole and presenting at least one vertical fissure (2?) extending from the top to a point next to the base of the pole, and is characterized by the fact of comprising: An inner belt (3) mounted on a driving pulley (4) set up next to the base of the pole, and on a return pulley (5) set up next to the top of the pole; Two inner slides (6, 7) capable of sliding along at least one rail (18) set side by side to said belt, where a first one (6) of said slides is in an upper position and anchored to a section of said belt; At least two elements (8, 9) destined for a direct or indirect support of the advertising article, sliding within said fissure (2?), having a part inside said lining fastened in a removable manner to the first and the second slide, respectively, and an outer part having anchoring points for the advertising article or brackets (10, 11) for supporting the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Inventor: Domenico Tomacelli
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Publication number: 20110265362Abstract: The present technology provides an illustrative display post that includes a first side, a second side, and a third side. The third side of the display post has a concave portion extending along a length of the third side such that the concave portion is configured to receive a convex surface. The third side also has a first flat portion along a side of the concave portion and extending along the length of the third side and a second flat portion along an opposite side of the concave portion as the first flat portion and extending along the length of the third side.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2010Publication date: November 3, 2011Inventors: Gregory Allen GLESINGER, Bradley Christopher Hegg
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Patent number: 8037630Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system for holding a device along the side of a relatively tall pole. The apparatus includes, in one aspect, a hanger bracket adapted to removably mount to the pole. A frame to which the device can be mounted is attached to the hanger bracket. In one embodiment, the frame has first and second cross-arms and an elongated member spacing the cross-arms from each other. In another aspect, a second hanger bracket can be used to further connect the frame to a pole. A locking device can be used to lock at least one of the hanging brackets to the pole. In a further aspect of the invention, the device is a banner or sheet-like device. In another aspect of the invention, the bracket and/or banner is in combination with the pole and/or device.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2006Date of Patent: October 18, 2011Assignee: Musco CorporationInventors: Joe P. Crookham, Jeffrey A. Rogers, Kevin R. Johnson, Darrin L. Guler, Douglas A. Witt
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Patent number: 7975412Abstract: A system and method for installing a decorative exterior on a standard signpost is disclosed. A first exterior shell is mounted on one side of the post, and a second exterior shell is mounted on the other. Discs halves are also provided which, when installed between the post and the shells, cause the shells to be securely fastened to the post. In another alternative system, a midsection of the post cover is installed as a tube that slides over two solid discs that are slid onto the post and supported by grommets.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2010Date of Patent: July 12, 2011Assignee: Sign Post Transformations LLCInventor: Bradley W. Davidson
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Patent number: 7941951Abstract: A portable sign stand with wheels or rollers, an adjustable weighted base member, and a sign display member. The base member has one or more compartments so that liquid or solid ballast can be added to stabilize the sign stand in windy conditions. The upper and lower wall members of the otherwise hollow base member are joined together at one or more locations where the sign display member is connected to the base member. The base member can be made by blow molding techniques. Wheels are provided on one edge of the base member in order to allow the sign stand to be rolled and easily moved to different positions. Axle members secure the wheels to the base member. One or more resilient members can be used to connect the sign display member to the base member.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2009Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Marketing Displays, Inc.Inventors: David U. Hillstrom, Brian J. Hillstrom
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Patent number: 7866075Abstract: A single or double post sign structure that is configured to accommodate the attachment of panels to one or both sides of a vertical upright. The sign panel is provided with keyed indentations that are located at the top and bottom edges of the panel to permit capture and rigid securement of the sign panel by a pair of retaining buttons that are used to anchor the sign panel to the sign post. Each retaining button is provided with protrusions corresponding to the keyed indentations of the sign panel. As a result, when the protrusion of the retaining button is engaged and seated in the keyed indentation of the sign panel, it becomes locked in place so that there is no room for lateral movement or removal of the panel. As a result, vandals or thieves are prevented from laterally sliding the sign panel to improperly remove it.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2008Date of Patent: January 11, 2011Assignee: Meeker & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Donald T. Meeker, Christopher O'Hara
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Publication number: 20100263249Abstract: The invention relates to a support structure for use in supporting a road sign or the like. A longitudinal tubular support member has a uniform cross-section that includes a plurality of circular or part-circular port sections for receiving an end anchorage. Enclosing wall sections extend between the port sections and are shaped to include a concave form so as to promote inward collapsing of the support member in the event of an impact to the support structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2008Publication date: October 21, 2010Inventors: Anthony Everitt, Darren Copeland
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Patent number: 7762016Abstract: A system and method for installing a decorative exterior on a standard signpost is disclosed. A first exterior shell is mounted on one side of the post, and a second exterior shell is mounted on the other. Discs halves are also provided which, when installed between the post and the shells, cause the shells to be securely fastened to the post.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2007Date of Patent: July 27, 2010Assignee: Sign Post Transformations LLCInventor: Bradley W. Davidson