Rotatable Patents (Class 40/747)
  • Patent number: 11131422
    Abstract: A multifunctional stand frame for a tablet electronic device comprises a seat; a bottom of the seat serving to connect a back side of a tablet electronic device; the seat having a plurality of retaining holes; in installing, the seat being connected to the tablet electronic device by using a connecting unit to pass through the retaining hole of the seat and a locking hole of the tablet electronic device; so that the seat is installed to the tablet electronic device; a disk being positioned above an upper side of the seat and being rotatably installed to the seat; a center of the disk having a through hole; a fixing shaft extending from an upper side of the seat and penetrating through the through hole of the disk; the disk being loosely arranged to the seat through the retaining hole and being rotatable with respect to the fixing shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Assignee: The Joy Factory, Inc.
    Inventors: Yun-Chang Tsui, Sampson Yang, Hong-Zhang Lin
  • Patent number: 10791854
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a bracket and a display device. The bracket includes: a support arm; a limiting part disposed at a side of the support arm and connected to the support arm; and a connecting part disposed at a side of the support arm opposite to the limiting part and connected to the support arm, wherein the connecting part is provided with at least one support fixing hole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Assignees: BOE INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Deli Fang, Huijun Li, Pei Li
  • Patent number: 9830838
    Abstract: Sign display stands include legs. A leg for a sign display stand includes: a first side; a second side; a base; an inner surface defined by the first side, the second side and the base; an outer surface defined by the first side, the second side and the base, the outer surface opposite the inner surface; a channel defined at or about at least one of the first side and second side on the inner surface, the channel configured to receive a sign panel; and at least one protuberance positioned on the inner surface and substantially along a longitudinal axis of the leg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2017
    Inventor: Clifford Struhl
  • Patent number: 9644783
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a compact and pocketable camera support that attaches to an outer separate case or directly to the camera, tablet or phone body. This system uses one or more legs and/or other support features that fold away from the base of the invention and support the device whether it is a camera, phone or laptop/tablet computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Inventor: James A Rinner
  • Patent number: 9155213
    Abstract: A combination clip and table top supporting device for use with any of a smartphone or other portable electronic device. The device includes a body having opposing and extending ends and which is constructed of a resilient and biasing material. The attachable electronic device is adapted to secure to a face of the body. A multi-sided kickstand is pivotally attached to the body and adjustable for supporting the body and attached device upon a surface location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Inventor: Craig Jones
  • Publication number: 20140150313
    Abstract: A self-leveling mounting assembly for mounting a mountable object on a vertical surface is described. The assembly includes: an engagement member structurally integrated in or securable to a mountable object, and providing a cavity; a fixturing plate adapted for securement to a vertical surface; and a retention member coupleable with the fixturing plate and with the cavity of the engagement member. The retention member includes first and second portions that are rotatable in relation to one another, with the first portion being fixedly positioned in relation to the fixturing plate, and with the second portion being positioned in the cavity to allow self-leveling movement of the mountable object on the vertical surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: June 5, 2014
    Inventor: John Tucker Stevens
  • Patent number: 8695939
    Abstract: A display device includes a body, a supporting member and a fastening member. The body has an accommodating portion, and the supporting member assembled to the accommodating portion for supporting the body is in the first state or the second state. The supporting member in the first state is switched to the second state when pivoting in an angle. The fastening member is detachably assembled to a first position or a second position of the supporting member, such that the supporting member is fastened to the accommodating portion of the body by the fastening member. The fastening member is assembled to the first position of the supporting member when the supporting member assembled to the accommodating portion is in the first state, and the fastening member is assembled to the second position of the supporting member when the supporting member assembled to the accommodating portion is in the second state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Au Optronics Corporation
    Inventors: Yin-Ting Lee, Chun-Yuan Chen
  • Patent number: 8599570
    Abstract: An electronic device includes a front frame, a back cover, a support stand rotatably connected to the back cover, a display panel and a circuit board. The display panel and the circuit board are fixed between the front frame and the back cover. The circuit board includes a first contact and a number of second contacts. The second contacts surround the first contact. The support includes a central shaft and a third contact. The central shaft is electrically connected to the first contact. The third contact rotates with the rotation of the central shaft to contact each of the second contacts. The circuit board includes a circuit and a processor. The electric circuit generates different signals when the first contact is connected different second contacts. The processor adjusts an orientation of display content on the display panel to rotate based on the signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jui-Lin Ke, Huai-Long Wang, Kai Zong, Jian Liu, Xiao-Lan Yan
  • Patent number: 8520371
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignees: 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
  • Publication number: 20130097906
    Abstract: A picture frame, method and system for attaching a frame to a wall surface is described, in which the picture frame includes a frame and backing. The backing has at least a central hole formed therein so as to be positioned at the central axis of the frame to receive a fastener so that the picture frame is rotatable about its central axis on the surface. In the system, a template includes indicia marking the central axis of the picture frame so that the frame is swiveled about its central axis while attached to the wall. The picture frame aligns with the indicia marking the frame central axis on the template for marking the wall surface, the template is removed, and a fastener secures the frame via its backing, the picture frame maintaining its center axis while being rotatable about the fastener on the wall surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventor: Erich George Schultz
  • Patent number: 8152113
    Abstract: An adjustable supporting mechanism suitable for being connected to a body of an electronic apparatus, upholding the body on a plane, and adjusting the relative position of the body and the plane is provided. The adjustable supporting mechanism includes a base, a bearing, an elastomer, a rotating shaft, and a supporting stand. The base is capable of being connected to the body. The bearing is fixed on the base. The elastomer is fixed on the base. The rotating shaft fits the bearing and contacts the elastomer. The rotating shaft is capable of rotating with respect to the base and the elastomer. When the rotating shaft rotates, the elastomer applies a resistance on the rotating shaft for resisting the rotation of the rotating shaft. The supporting stand is fixed to the rotating shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: Compal Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Ku-Feng Chen, Hung-Ta Liao
  • Patent number: 8118274
    Abstract: A support mechanism for supporting an object on a surface is disclosed. The support mechanism includes a joint connected to the object; and a stand connected to the joint. The joint may selectively rotate to allow the stand to support the object on the surface in: a first position comprising a landscape orientation at a first angle between the object and the surface, a second position comprising a landscape orientation at a second angle between the object and the surface, a third position comprising a portrait orientation at a third angle between the object and the surface, and a fourth position comprising a portrait orientation at a fourth angle between the object and the surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen R. McClure, Joshua D. Banko
  • Publication number: 20120036754
    Abstract: A frame and a system for mounting a plurality of frames in a grid. The frame has an axial first mounting member and a second mounting member, the first mounting member having a generally flat portion exposed to and generally flush with a perimeter surface of the frame. The alignment device has a cross-shaped body having a pair of horizontal members and a pair of vertical members intersecting at a common point, the horizontal and vertical members having interior surfaces defining four quadrants, the alignment device further comprising a level attached to the cross-shaped body and a magnet mounted in a recess in one of the horizontal members or vertical members. The alignment device used to position and mount the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2011
    Publication date: February 16, 2012
    Inventor: Brett Van Bortel
  • Publication number: 20110138666
    Abstract: A rotational panel assembly secures artwork to a support surface. The rotational panel assembly comprises a frame for attaching the artwork, a bearing unit coupled to the frame and allowing the frame to rotate relative to the support surface and around an axis, and a base panel attached to the bearing unit and including a mechanism for attaching the rotational panel assembly to the support surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2010
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: Howard Borde, David Borde
  • Patent number: 7836623
    Abstract: A rotary positioning structure is disclosed for a frame. The frame comprises a housing and a spindle hole disposed on the rear of the housing. The rotary positioning structure comprises elastic members and a rotary stand. Each of the elastic members comprises a tenon and the elastic members are arranged on a circular path surrounding the spindle hole. The rotary stand comprises a rotary shaft and a groove. When the rotary shaft is inserted into the spindle hole, the groove engages with the tenon so that the housing is supported in a first upright position by the rotary stand; also after said rotary shaft is inserted into said spindle hole and then the rotary stand is pivoted on the rotary shaft, the groove engages with another tenon of the elastic members so that the housing is supported in a second upright position by the rotary stand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: Inventec Appliances Corp.
    Inventors: Jianguo Wang, Steven Tseng, David Ho
  • Patent number: 7770862
    Abstract: A rotatable support mechanism is attached to a body of an electronic device for upholding the body on a plane and adjusting relative positions between the body and the plane. The rotatable support mechanism includes a base, a rotatable disk, and an elastic stopper. The base attached to the body of the electronic device has an axle. The rotatable disk has a holder and a groove. The axle passes a sidewall of the groove. The rotatable disk rotates around the axle as an axis. The sidewall of the groove has at least an opening. The elastic stopper mounted to the axle has an elastic shell fragment and does not rotate with the disk. As the disk is rotated, the elastic shell fragment enters and passes through the opening to exert a resistance force to the disk. Therefore, the electronic device is upheld vertically or horizontally by the rotatable support mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Compal Electronics, Inc.
    Inventor: Ku-Feng Chen
  • Patent number: 7744055
    Abstract: An electronic device comprises a back cover and a support. The back cover defines a first contact area. The support is pivoted to the back cover by a pivot shaft, defines a second contact area contacting the first contact area. A plurality of positioning holes are defined in and disposed on the second contact area around the pivot shaft. The electronic device further comprises at least one retractable spring balls projected from the first contact area of the back cover. The spring balls are configured for cooperating with the positioning holes of the support. The support can stay at a variety of positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Yong-Qing Zeng, Gao-Hui Tang, Chiang-Kuo Tang, Jun Yang
  • Publication number: 20090223101
    Abstract: A rotary positioning structure is disclosed for a frame. The frame comprises a housing and a spindle hole disposed on the rear of the housing. The rotary positioning structure comprises elastic members and a rotary stand. Each of the elastic members comprises a tenon and the elastic members are arranged on a circular path surrounding the spindle hole. The rotary stand comprises a rotary shaft and a groove. When the rotary shaft is inserted into the spindle hole, the groove engages with the tenon so that the housing is supported in a first upright position by the rotary stand; also after said rotary shaft is inserted into said spindle hole and then the rotary stand is pivoted on the rotary shaft, the groove engages with another tenon of the elastic members so that the housing is supported in a second upright position by the rotary stand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2009
    Publication date: September 10, 2009
    Applicant: INVENTEC APPLIANCES CORP.
    Inventors: Jianguo Wang, Steven Tseng, David Ho
  • Publication number: 20090077851
    Abstract: A multiple-photograph display stand includes a base, an elongated support post having an upper end and a lower end which is fixed on the base, and a plurality of picture frame members having at least one substantially flat edge. The picture frames are hingedly attached adjacent and engageable with the support post and preferably a light is attached to the top end of the support post and connected to a power source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2008
    Publication date: March 26, 2009
    Inventor: Marie Blackshear-Smith
  • Publication number: 20080236014
    Abstract: An autorotative digital photo frame comprises a microprocessor, the microprocessor allows the pictures read therein to be classified into both erect and transverse types, controls the photo frame to first display all the corresponding type of pictures depending on the erect or the transverse disposition type of the photo frame, and the microprocessor then controls the photo frame to display another type of pictures after it controls the photo frame to rotate 90 degree to allow every picture to fully use the space of the display panel and be enlarged to the size closest to the display panel. Whereby, a user can obtain a better visual effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2007
    Publication date: October 2, 2008
    Inventors: Chun-Hao Chao, Chung-Ta HSU
  • Patent number: 7421813
    Abstract: A simple structure of display device having the function of self-balance and prevent falling caused by an external force is disclosed to include a display, a base, which has a convex bottom surface and is fixedly connected to the bottom side of the display, and an adjustable counterweight structure, which has a weight that can be moved with one hand to change the center of gravity of the display device and to further adjust the viewing angle of the display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2008
    Assignee: Hannspree, Inc.
    Inventors: Guan-De Liou, Chia-Pine Huang, Li-Li Lai, Stephen Tsai
  • Patent number: 7421812
    Abstract: A simple structure of display device having the function of self-balance and prevent falling caused by an external force is disclosed to include a display, a base, which has a convex bottom surface and is fixedly connected to the bottom side of the display, and an adjustable counterweight structure, which has a weight that can be moved with one hand to change the center of gravity of the display device and to further adjust the viewing angle of the display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2008
    Assignee: Hannspree, Inc.
    Inventors: Guan-De Liou, Chia-Pine Huang, Li-Li Lai, Stephen Tsai
  • Patent number: 7398613
    Abstract: A simple structure of display device having the function of self-balance and prevent falling caused by an external force is disclosed to include a display, a base, which has a convex bottom surface and is fixedly connected to the bottom side of the display, and an adjustable counterweight structure, which has a weight that can be moved with one hand to change the center of gravity of the display device and to further adjust the viewing angle of the display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Hannspree, Inc.
    Inventors: Guan-De Liou, Chia-Pine Huang, Li-Li Lai, Stephen Tsai
  • Publication number: 20040221501
    Abstract: A picture frame system comprises a base, a telescoping support coupled to and extending from the base, a mount and a trim panel supported at an end of the support away from the base. The support is comprised of at least first and second coaxially joined tubes. The second tube being axially moveable relative to the first tube. *The first and second tubes can be joined by one or more intermediate coaxially joined tubes. The support has sufficient rigidity to support a load defined by the mount, trim panel, and a picture. Optionally, a plurality of telescoping supports can be coupled to and extend from the base, and each can have a different axial length. Also optionally, the mount and trim plate can be configured so that the trim panel is magnetically seatable on the mount for retaining the picture between the mount and the trim panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2003
    Publication date: November 11, 2004
    Applicant: Adesso Inc.
    Inventors: Lee Schaak, Duan-Cheng Hsieh
  • Patent number: 6782649
    Abstract: A reversible picture frame assembly for allowing the display of two pictures from a single picture frame. The reversible picture frame assembly includes a frame support assembly being adapted to be mounted to a wall structure and having an elongate main member, and also having an upper bracket member extending outwardly from the elongate main member, and further having a lower bracket member extending outwardly from the elongate main member and being spacedly disposed below the upper bracket member; and also includes a frame member having elongate top, bottom and side members and being movably mounted to the frame support assembly; and further includes transparent covers being mounted to the frame member for covering pictures being supported by the frame member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2004
    Inventor: Richard D. Adler
  • Patent number: 6775938
    Abstract: A carousel type display including a spring powered music box in which a horizontal rotating wheel-like element has selectively engageable recesses from which a plurality of display units are selectively suspended. The display units may include small picture frames, as well as comparably sized three dimensional ornaments which are provided with upwardly-extending pendants, spherically shaped terminals which allow rotation about a vertically oriented axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2004
    Inventor: Christopher Lanci
  • Patent number: 6668477
    Abstract: A picture frame for providing three dimensional visual effects to pictures. The picture frame includes a base stand including a base portion and upright end portions having ends which are disposed parallel to the base portion. A box member has side walls, a back wall, a front wall having an opening therethrough. The box member is pivotally mounted to the base stand. Mirrors are mounted upon the side, bottom and top walls in the box member. A light-emitting assembly is attached to the box member for illuminating inside the box member. A window securely disposed in the opening in the front wall. A picture stand which includes a base member having slots therein and which is securely mounted upon the bottom wall of the box member. A picture which is removably supported in the slots in the base member and faces the window and is visible through the window.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2003
    Inventor: Shellie J. Cannady
  • Patent number: 6645031
    Abstract: A children's playboard of the type comprising a backing having a front surface of a cloth material for adhering figurines thereto and a back surface is disclosed. The children's playboard has a support structure. The support structure is fixedly attached to the playboard and has a pair of spaced bracing members and a pair of connection plates. Each bracing member has a first leg that is detachably joined to one of the pair of connection plates along a hinge. The bracing members are extendable at an angle from the playboard. The bracing members have a second leg and a third leg that are joined at an apex portion. The second leg having a greater length than the third leg. The apex is located between the second and third legs and provides support for the bracing members against a base surface wherein the backing member can be supported in at least two different angles to the base surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2003
    Assignee: Learning Curve International, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard Rothkopf, Donald E. Toht, Gary D. Aigner, Mary Lenehan, K. Dale Weathington, Lisa Gelfond
  • Patent number: 6543168
    Abstract: An adjustable mirror frame removably attachable to a computer monitor. The frame has a base attachable to a computer monitor and a mirror frame removably attachable to the base in any one of three positions. The mirror frame may be pivoted about the base to provide a desired picture frame position relative to the base and computer monitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Inventor: James G. Moore
  • Publication number: 20030061752
    Abstract: The present invention provides an ornament with a rotating display that has an outer frame assembly that includes two integrally formed pivot supports and a display assembly disposed within the frame assembly having two opposing pivot members integrally formed on the display assembly that pivotably engage the pivot supports. The integrally formed pivot supports include a central ring and two connecting arms, each connected to the central ring at two points on the diameter of the ring on one end and the frame member on the other. The central ring and connecting arms are formed integrally with the frame member by stamping or photochemically blanking the shape and rotating the ring into its final position by twisting the connecting arms. By forming the pivot supports in this manner, the opening in the central ring is maintained substantially in alignment with the plane of the frame member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2002
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Inventor: Stephen Rogers
  • Publication number: 20020092222
    Abstract: Modular storage units are formed for small, household articles so that the units can be stacked vertically one atop another. Each unit is formed with a box supported from beneath by a stand for rotation relative to the stand about a central, vertical axis of rotation. The stand has a base that covers a horizontal stand base area and supports the flat bottom of the box. The top of the box is flat and has a concave, upwardly facing recess at its center that has a shape configured to snugly received the stand of a unit stacked directly above. Any number of modular storage units can be stacked one atop another with the stand of each unit being centered and laterally confined by the stand receiving recess in the top of the box located immediately below. In this way all of the boxes are rotatable independently of each other about a common, vertical axis of rotation. The contents of the boxes may be accessed either by forming the box with an open side, or by forming each top of the box as a removable lid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2001
    Publication date: July 18, 2002
    Inventor: Bon S. Ong
  • Patent number: 6393749
    Abstract: A napkin/picture holder for storing napkins in an attractive manner. The napkin/picture holder includes a support having a bottom wall and a pair of side walls integrally attached to either side of the bottom wall and extending upwardly and each having a main portion and a wing portion which is turned over upon and spaces from the main portion to form a picture-receiving slot therebetween. The side walls are spaced from one another to essentially form a napkin-receiving slot therebetween. As a second embodiment, the bottom wall is supported upon a base member having an upper portion which swivels relative to the base portion. As a third embodiment, a plurality of ring members are attached to the side walls and are adapted to hold and store selected usable accessories. As a fourth embodiment, one of the side walls is spring-loaded and hingedly attached to the side of the bottom wall and is engageable with napkins placed between the side walls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2002
    Inventor: Thomas M. Haupt
  • Patent number: 6282827
    Abstract: A stand for a picture frame has a leg is provided which can support the frame in a generally upright position. The stand comprises a bracket coupled to the rear of the frame and the leg is receivable by the bracket in either of a first orientation, in which the leg lies against or adjacent the rear of the frame to minimize the bulk of the stand, and a second orientation in which the leg projects backward from the frame to support it. Engagement of the leg and bracket is by a projection, which is preferably formed on the leg, and a slot, which is preferably defined by the bracket, the projection being insertable in the slot. The bracket may also be adapted to receive a hook for hanging the frame, e.g. by inclusion of an appropriate cut-away.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Inventor: Kenneth Holmes
  • Patent number: 6260296
    Abstract: A photograph display and organizer comprises a central post that can freely rotate on a base. The post is square or hexagonal or octagonal in cross-section to provide either four, six, or eight sides to which panel pivots are mounted. Each side has a top and bottom pivot plate that can receive as many as five sets of pivot axles each attached to a frame. Foam-board display panels are inserted into each frame which is constructed of metal U-channel material. A U-channel closure is attached between the open-ends of each frame piece to retain the corresponding display panel. Such arrangement allows a user to flip through panels like pages in a book and look at all the photographs mounted on the two opposite surfaces of the display pages. The whole assembly can be rotated like a turnstile by a user who wishes to look at the photographs mounted on the display panels on the side and back parts of the central post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2001
    Inventor: Edgar F. Carney, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6209247
    Abstract: An ornament with a pivoting display assembly is provided. The ornament includes a flexible frame assembly that allows insertion of the display assembly into the frame assembly, within which the display assembly is pivotable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2001
    Assignee: Precision Etchings & Findings. Inc.
    Inventor: Ronald J. Boccanfuso
  • Patent number: 6112445
    Abstract: A multi-panel folding display screen includes a plurality of hingedly connected panels with each panel of the screen including a number of display openings there through with the openings being spaced longitudinally along the panel. Within each opening one or more picture frames are mounted so that a collection of photographs can be displayed in the screen. Each picture frame is pivotally mounted relative to the respective panel such that it is rotatable relative to the panel and each frame has a side loading slot so that a pair of photographs can be loaded therein with the photographs being arrayed back to back to face in opposite directions. Each frame can thus be selectively rotated to alternatively exhibit one or the other of the opposing photographs so that the photographic collection can be easily changed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2000
    Assignee: J.P. Products, LC
    Inventor: Paul W. Feeney
  • Patent number: 6003260
    Abstract: A photograph frame assembly includes a rectangular photograph frame, a rectangular back plate secured to the photograph frame, and a supporting member which is retained on the back plate by a retainer. The retainer extends through the back plate to couple with the supporting member, thereby retaining the supporting member on the back plate in such a manner that the supporting member can rotate freely on the back plate. The supporting member supports the back plate in an inclined position, and can be folded on the back plate. Preferably, the supporting member includes a plate body having a horizontal bottom side and a coupling upper end portion, a unitary plastic fixed element fixed on the coupling upper end portion, and a unitary plastic movable element mounted movably on the fixed element. The movable element is coupled with the retainer, and is rotatable synchronously with the retainer on the back plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignee: Fanthing Electrical Corp.
    Inventor: Tung-Ming Chang
  • Patent number: 5933996
    Abstract: A photograph frame assembly includes a photograph frame, a back plate secured to the photograph frame, and a supporting member which is retained on the back plate by a retainer. The back plate has three interconnected sides which are arranged as a U-shape, and a slide slot unit, which is formed therethrough and which has an enlarged portion. The retainer extends through the slide slot unit in the back plate to couple with the supporting member, thereby retaining the supporting member on the back plate. The supporting member supports the back plate in an inclined position, and can be folded on the back plate. The retainer is capable of moving along the slide slot unit in the back plate, and of rotating within the enlarged portion of the slide slot unit so that the retainer can be moved to any position in the slide slot unit, thereby aligning a selected one of the three interconnected sides of the back plate with a horizontal bottom side of the supporting member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: Fanthing Electrical Corp.
    Inventor: Tung-Ming Chang
  • Patent number: 5802634
    Abstract: An adjustable bed, suitable for use from infancy to adulthood includes a bed frame body having pivoting end panels and a height adjustable base. In one adjusted position, with the end panels pivoted to near vertical and the height adjustable base fully raised, the bed is swingable like a cradle, with the bed frame body swingably suspended from the height adjustable base. By lowering the height adjustable base, the near vertical end panels contact the floor, and the bed is useful as a playpen for an infant or a chair for an adult. By pivoting the end panels to intermediate or horizontal positions, the bed becomes useful as a lounge chair or as a bed for a child. With the height adjustable base at its lowest, and the end panels pivoted to horizontal positions, the bed may be used as a rigid support for an adult mattress.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1998
    Assignee: Aprica Kassai Kabushikikaisha
    Inventors: Ichiro Onishi, Kenzou Kassai
  • Patent number: D407119
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1999
    Inventor: Patrick P. Kwan