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Document | Title | Date |
20080237425 | Hand grip for palm-held devices - A hand grip with a rigid sheet base surfaced on top and bottom sides with slip-resistant, resiliently deformable material combining with contoured lateral edges for firmness of grasp. Housed in one lateral side is a spring tension device through which a pliable wire passes, adjustably loops above grip's top surface on which palm-held devices seat; wire then secures to opposed side of grip. A demountable bracket assembly connects a weight bearing rod to grip's rigid sheet. The rod has an end-cap connecting it to an open ended cylinder attachment. Lenses seat against a sill at one of the cylinder's ends; their central visual axis intersecting the grip's midline longitudinal axis. Demountable concentric ring laminations attach above cylinder's opposite opened end. These ring laminations hold additional items congruent with cylinder's alignment. | 10-02-2008 |
20080265117 | Apparatus, method, and system for supporting an object - An apparatus, method, and system for supporting an object or objects. The apparatus includes a first body operably configured to be mounted to a surface. The apparatus also includes a supporting connector on the first body, for supporting the object. The apparatus also includes a stabilizer on the first body generally spaced apart from and generally parallel to the supporting connector, operably configured to cooperate with the object to stabilize the object into a stationary position in cooperation with the supporting connector. The apparatus further includes at least one guide on the first body, the at least one guide on the first body being operably configured to guide an adjacent apparatus into an aligned position beside the apparatus on the surface. | 10-30-2008 |
20080272258 | Device for rechargeable electrical apparatus retainer unit - A rechargeable electrical apparatus retainer unit for use with a conventional wall outlet including at least one plug socket and a faceplate. The retainer has protrusions for storing the apparatus excess extension cord from a plug inserted into the at least one plug socket. The retainer portion has a rear wall, a bottom wall and a front wall. The rear wall is fixedly attached to the bottom wall and extends below the bottom wall to effectuate engagement behind a portion of the outlet. The protrusions extend forward from or to the side of the rear wall. | 11-06-2008 |
20080290236 | Fixing bracket, fixing method of fixing bracket and fixing structure of fixing bracket - A fixing bracket for fixing a housing on a board includes: a placing portion configured to be placed on the board; an attaching portion configured to be attached to the housing; and a retaining portion which retains the placing portion to the board. The placing portion may include a receiving portion which accommodates the retaining portion. | 11-27-2008 |
20080315054 | Bracket for vertically suspending scooters - A bracket useful for suspending terrestrial transportation devices, such as scooters, from a vertical support contains a vertical flange, a horizontal flange, and a support arm. The vertical flange is connected to the horizontal flange, which in turn is connected to the support arm, each preferably perpendicular to the other. The vertical flange of the bracket is connected to the vertical support. One or more scooter supports are located on the support arm. The scooter supports include one or more notches. The necks of suspended scooters nest in the notches of the scooter supports. Scooters are suspended from the bracket by draping the scooters over the support arm, with the deck and steering unit on opposite sides of the support arm. The bracket may be covered with a soft, preferably polymeric, coating to prevent scratches to the terrestrial transportation devices supported by the bracket. | 12-25-2008 |
20090014614 | Accessory Bracket - A bracket assembly for electronic equipment support structures having an elongated main body, a mounting tab extending from a first edge of the main body, and first and second mounting arms extending from a second edge of the main body, opposite the first edge. The mounting tab has an aperture formed therethrough. The first mounting arm is positioned adjacent a first end of the main body and extends generally perpendicular to the main body and the mounting tab and the second mounting arm is positioned adjacent a second end of the main body, opposite the first end, and also extends generally perpendicular to the main body and the mounting tab. The bracket assembly can be mounted to a vertically oriented member of an electronic equipment support structure by: mounting the bracket assembly to the vertically oriented member; positioning the rack mountable equipment adjacent and generally parallel to the vertically oriented member such that the equipment is in a generally vertical orientation; and connecting the rack mountable equipment to the bracket assembly between opposing mounting arms of the bracket assembly. | 01-15-2009 |
20090026336 | CORNER POTTED PLANT HOLDER - A corner potted plant holder ( | 01-29-2009 |
20090045308 | Comestible Fluid Rack and Rail Apparatus and Method - Some embodiments of the present invention provide a support adapted to support a comestible fluid container on a comestible fluid container rack, and a container rack having such a support. The support can include a first portion extending from a stretcher of the comestible fluid container rack and a second portion extending substantially laterally from the first portion to support the comestible fluid container thereon. | 02-19-2009 |
20090050764 | Vertically and horizontally adjustable bedside organizer - A vertically and horizontally adjustable bedside organizer for organizing, storing, and accessing any items that could be found in and around a bed. The two supporting components, the horizontal base plate and adjustable vertical plate, are attached together and simultaneously adjusted to desired height. The cloth pocket organizer is attached to the top of the adjustable vertical plate by lowering the sleeve opening over the top of the adjusting vertical plate with the sleeve side facing the inside of the adjustable vertical plate. The sleeve can be reversed and face the outside of the assembly depending on the needs of the user. The assembled organizer can be installed and uninstalled by grabbing the mattress at the desired horizontal/lateral position and slightly lifting the bottom edge of the mattress enough to allow the horizontal base plate to slide under the mattress. | 02-26-2009 |
20090050765 | Display apparatus having a grounding bracket - A display apparatus having a ground bracket. The display apparatus includes a display panel, which displays an image, a filter, which includes an electromagnetic shielding layer and is directly attached to a first surface in which the image of the display panel is formed, and a chassis, which is disposed on the side of a second surface, which is an opposite surface of the first surface, of the display panel and supports the display panel. The ground bracket includes a conductive material, in which a first wing portion is electrically connected to the electromagnetic shielding layer of the filter, a second wing portion which is electrically connected to the chassis, and the first and second wing portions substantially face each other, and a pressing device, which is installed in the ground bracket and presses the first and second wing portions of the ground bracket in the direction the first and second wing portions are facing. Accordingly, an electromagnetic shielding performance of the filter is improved. | 02-26-2009 |
20090072109 | HOLDER FOR HOLDING A CARRIER FOR INSERTION INTO A CYLINDRICAL WELL - The invention relates to a holder for holding a carrier, wherein the holder is inserted into a cylinder-shaped well, for example, of a multiwell plate. In addition the invention relates to a multiwell plate with such a holder. In order to provide a possibility for the reliable support of a carrier in a holder, wherein the holder ensures a secure and specified positioning of the carrier in a well and reliably prevents the carrier and the holder from falling out of the well, a holder is proposed for insertion into a cylindrical well and to support the carrier. The holder comprises a support, a holding piece and a connecting piece which connects the supporting piece with the holding piece, wherein the holder together with the lateral external surfaces of the supporting piece, the holding piece and/or connecting piece lies against at least one lateral internal surface of the well, and wherein the carrier is inserted on the support and under the holding piece. | 03-19-2009 |
20090072110 | APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - An apparatus for mounting an electronic device includes a cantilever rack, amounting seat, and a connecting device. The cantilever rack includes a support arm and a suction member. The mounting seat is adapted for mounting the electronic device. The connecting device includes a spherical pivot member disposed on the support arm, and a rotatable unit. The rotatable unit includes a holder disposed fixedly on the mounting seat, and a controlling member connected removably to the holder. The holder defines an engaging space for receiving the spherical pivot member. The controlling member is operable to switch the connecting device between a loose fitting state and a tight fitting state. | 03-19-2009 |
20090072111 | Arrangement for attaching an exercise device to a ladder-like frame of an exercise machine - An apparatus for removably mounting an exercise apparatus to a supporting structure such as a ladder-like structure. Various types of mounting apparatus with specially designed brackets having multiple interchangeable parts, attachments and accessories, are used to facilitate easy and quick mounting of several types of exercise apparatus to the supporting structure. | 03-19-2009 |
20090084919 | SLIDING BOLLARD BRACKET MOUNT - A mount for attaching a sign to a support structure includes a brace having a web and transversely extending first and second flanges each having a plurality of apertures, individual ones of the apertures of both the first and second flanges being coaxially aligned. A bracket includes a bracket web and transversely extending first and second bracket flanges. The first and second bracket flanges are slidably received between the first and second brace flanges. The first and second bracket flanges have elongated apertures with individual ones of the elongated apertures of both the first and second bracket flanges being coaxially aligned. A releasable mounting configuration includes a fastener inserted through individual ones of the elongated apertures which are coaxially aligned with individual apertures of both the first and second flanges. A flexible strap connected to the bracket fixedly connects the mount to a bollard post. | 04-02-2009 |
20090084920 | Exhaust gas recirculation line holder - In an exhaust gas recirculation line holder of an internal combustion engine wherein a line section of an exhaust gas recirculation line is integrated into the holder which is supported on the engine block and/or the vehicle frame, the holder is provided with a shaped part, in particular a cast part, with the line section of the exhaust gas recirculation line formed therein and a support structure also being formed integrally with the holder so that manufacturing costs, assembly time and assembly expenditure are reduced. | 04-02-2009 |
20090095864 | RETAINING STRUCTURE FOR HOLDING ELECTRONIC DEVICE IN POINT OF SALE SYSTEM TERMINAL - A retaining structure for holding one or more electronic devices inside a point of sale system terminal includes a support housing having a back plate, two side plates connected with two opposite sides of the back plate, at least two first positioning portions formed on the back plate, and a support plate mounted on the back plate and having at least one protrusion, and a retaining member having at least two second positioning portions detachably coupled to the first positioning portions of the support housing, and at least one groove engaged with the protrusion of the support plate for holding the electronic device between the support housing and the retaining member without using any tool. | 04-16-2009 |
20090095865 | Device for Securely Holding Objects in Place - A device utilizing the unique properties of shape memory materials to securely hold items of varying geometric shape and size securely in place is disclosed. This device and process works equally well for securely holding in place small items, such as would be stored in a cup holder, or for securely larger items in a cargo container. By deforming the shape memory material such that it conforms to the outer dimensions of the item to be held in place a secure and tight fit is assured. | 04-16-2009 |
20090108161 | DISPLAY HANGER FOR NON-PRESCRIPTION READING GLASSES AND CASE - A hanger system for holding glasses and a case includes a hanger of a thin web having a main body having top, bottom and two side edges and a top aperture for receiving a hook. A flexible strip is connected to the main body at a hinge point where the strip flexes away from the main body. The strip is connected to an arm of the glasses. A portion of the main body slidably engages the case, wherein the main body is located substantially inside the case and the flexible strip is flexed away from the main body at the hinge point and located outside the case. An upper edge of the case is located at the hinge point such that the main body is inside and the strip is outside the case. The pair of arms opens to accommodate a user trying on the glasses with the case attached. | 04-30-2009 |
20090134298 | TOOL HANGER - A device for holding and displaying hand tools, especially for exhibiting such products in a retail establishment. The hanger consists of a bracket having a slot for hanging the device on a hook, peg, etc. The bracket is connected to a connecting member that has a tool holder. The bracket can be disconnected from the tool holder by a snap fastener which also allows the bracket to be pivoted downwardly behind the connecting member for compact storage and shipping. The snap fastener also allows for different types and sizes of tool holders to be connected to the bracket, depending upon the tool being displayed. | 05-28-2009 |
20090146034 | ANCHOR STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES - An anchor structure for electronic devices includes a plurality of bars that are pivotally coupled through a hinged means. At least one of the bars has a housing space formed in a portion of the interior to allow the bars to be swivelable relative to one another. The anchor structure further has a fastening means which has a handle with a bottom end located in the housing space and hinged on a corresponding bar. The hinged portion on the bottom end of the handle runs through the bar and is fastened to a cam. The housing space also holds a slidable brake element corresponding to the cam and a spring to keep the brake element in contact tightly with the cam so that turning of the cam can selectively move the brake element to a position to escape the axle or to another position to form a tight contact with an axle. | 06-11-2009 |
20090166496 | Adjustable Mouse Support - An adjustable mouse support for use with a base is provided with an elongated member, a mounting member, a bracket and a platform. The elongated member has a first pivot axis with the mounting member and a second pivot axis with the bracket. The mounting member and the bracket are located at opposite sides of the elongated member. The platform is pivotally mounted to the bracket about a third pivot axis. The first and second pivot axes are parallel to one another and allow for rotation of the elongated member and the bracket within a vertical plane. The third pivot axis is perpendicular to the first and second pivot axes and allows for rotation of the platform within a horizontal plane. The first pivot axis can be locked. | 07-02-2009 |
20090179130 | BRACKET SYSTEM FOR MOUNTING MULTIPLE NETWORK DEVICES, AND METHOD THEREOF - A network device mounting bracket and system for mounting multiple network devices. A network device mounting bracket includes a device interface for receiving a network device and a connection interface for connecting to other network device mounting brackets. Alternatively, the network device mounting bracket includes multiple device interfaces. The brackets can have various wire management capabilities. | 07-16-2009 |
20090189042 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A mounting apparatus for an electronic device includes a mounting bracket for receiving the electronic device and a securing member pivotally attached to the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket includes a sidewall. The securing member includes a securing arm having an operating portion and a securing portion, and an elastic driving portion connected to the operating portion. A free end of the driving portion resiliently abuts against the sidewall to apply an elastic force onto the operating portion in a direction away from the sidewall and onto the securing portion in a direction toward the first sidewall. The securing portion extends through the sidewall of the mounting bracket to engaging with the electronic device. | 07-30-2009 |
20090194657 | SUPPORT ARM, CYLINDRICAL-PARABOLIC SOLAR COLLECTOR SUPPORT AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE ARM - The invention relates to a support arm for a cylindrical-parabolic collector, which is intended to be coupled to a central body ( | 08-06-2009 |
20090242716 | TOOL HOLDING BRACKETS - A heavy tool holding floor anchored bracket | 10-01-2009 |
20090250580 | MODULAR SOLAR PANEL MOUNTING CLAMPS - Clamps for mounting frameless, glass paneled, thin-film solar modules on slant-roof, flat roof, or ground-mounted solar systems. The clamps of the present invention can be also adapted to use with existing roof rail systems or other mounting brackets. | 10-08-2009 |
20090289163 | Product Dispenser Connector - A product dispenser assembly including a product dispenser, a mounting member, and a connector. The connector includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion includes a receiving member configured and arranged to operatively connect the product dispenser thereto. The second portion includes a connecting member configured and arranged to operatively connect the mounting member thereto. The first and second portions are rotatably operatively connected to position the receiving member and the connecting member in different positions relative to one another. | 11-26-2009 |
20090302183 | MODULAR SOLAR PANEL MOUNTING SYSTEM - A mounting system for frameless solar panels having a plurality of base mounting members and a plurality mounting brackets. Each of the mounting brackets include one or more elongated bars having a center portion, a flat top plane and a flat bottom plane, wherein each of the elongated bars includes slotted holes formed on either end of the elongated bars, whereby the mounting brackets are fastened to the base mounting members through the slotted holes. | 12-10-2009 |
20090309000 | FLEXIBLE LAMINATED SUSPENSION BRACKET FOR COMPOSITE TYPE 4 TANKS - A method and apparatus for connecting a vessel to a carrier system includes a vessel having at least one domed end and an annular bracket having an outer peripheral portion including multiple cutouts and swages extending radially outwardly from the outer peripheral portion for fixedly securing the bracket to the domed end of the vessel, and an inner peripheral portion having a pre-tensioned flange for removably securing the bracket to the vessel | 12-17-2009 |
20100001158 | Apparatus for Mounting a Jack Device - An apparatus for mounting a jacking device is provided, which is fixed to a flat surface of a trunk compartment in a vehicle, and can conveniently mount the jacking device through pushing of the jacking device from the front to the rear. The mounted state of the jacking device is maintained by restraining the jacking device from being moved in all directions. The jacking device mounting apparatus includes a lower plate fixed to a flat surface in a vehicle, on which a jacking device is mounted; an upper plate placed over the lower plate and spaced apart from the lower plate to from a first space therebetween, a center portion of the upper plate being cut to form a second space; a locking pin for locking a forward of the upper plate; and locking-pin fixing brackets for fixing the locking pin. | 01-07-2010 |
20100019114 | Canvas Carrier and Holder - The present invention is a novel canvas carrier and holder formed of a single handle apparatus to which is anchored one or more flat J-Hooks and a method of using the canvas carrier holder. | 01-28-2010 |
20100051772 | PROJECTOR INSTALLATION APPARATUS - An installation apparatus configured to install a projector includes: a first supporting unit having a member to be placed on an object used for installation; a second supporting unit extending downward of the object from the first supporting unit and supporting the projector under the object; and a connecting portion having a plurality of connectors configured to connect the projector arranged therein. | 03-04-2010 |
20100059644 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR BATTERY - A mounting apparatus for mounting a battery includes a base and a bracket. The bracket is configured for receiving the battery. The bracket is rotatably mounted to the base. | 03-11-2010 |
20100108847 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR FAN - A mounting apparatus for mounting a fan in an enclosure, includes a rack, a first linkage piece and a second linkage piece. The rack is mounted in the enclosure, and has a receiving room and a partition bounding a side of the receiving room. The partition defines a notch. The first linkage piece is pivotally mounted on a first corner of the fan, and the second linkage piece is pivotally mounted on a second corner of the fan which is diagonal with the first corner. Adjacent portions of the first linkage piece and the second linkage piece are pivotally attached together. The first linkage piece includes a tab inserted into the notch of the partition when the fan is put into the receiving room to secure the fan in the receiving room. The second linkage piece is capable of pulled to cause the first linkage piece to rotate the tab out of the notch, thus freeing the fan. | 05-06-2010 |
20100127145 | RETAINING ASSEMBLY FOR LOCKING DISK DRIVE - A retaining apparatus in an electronic device includes a bracket, a disk drive, a pair of latch members and a securing member. The bracket includes two side panels. The disk drive is received between the two side panels. The pair of latch members is capable of locking the disk drive in the bracket. Each latch member is rotatably attached to each side panel. The latch member includes a locking portion capable of locking the disk drive in the bracket. The securing member connects with the latch members. The securing member will drive the other latch member when either one is actuated. | 05-27-2010 |
20100133403 | Mounting pedestal - The present invention comprises a mounting pedestal for a device, such as a laser scanner. The mount is generally comprised of a base, a tri-bracket and an attachment screw. The base has a base plate and a support attached to the top of the base plate. The support is hollow, preferably cylindrical in shape, has an access opening on the side and a central opening on top. A tri-bracket is bolted onto the top of the support, covering the central opening on the support. The tri-bracket houses a pivot bracket. The attachment screw fits through and is engaged by the pivot bracket on the tri-bracket. A device, such as a laser scanner, is supported by the tri-bracket and is fixed in place by the threads on the attachment screw. The attachment screw is accessed and can be tightened or loosened through the access opening on the support. | 06-03-2010 |
20100140433 | DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING AND ARRANGING MAT BOARD SAMPLES - A device for displaying and holding mat board corner samples is provided. The device includes two end members, between which mat board corner samples can be seated. The end members may include a plurality of notches so that a plurality of generally L-shape mat board corner samples can be seated at varying offsets relative to each other. The end members may alternatively include flat surfaces so that generally chevron-shaped mat board corner samples can be slidably seated between the end members at varying offsets relative to each other. The end members are attached to a support and can be removable seated on a display board. Art work can be removable mounted on the display board as well. Thus, mat board corner samples that are seated between the two end members can be displayed in conjunction with art work to be framed. | 06-10-2010 |
20100148027 | SENSOR BRACKET FOR AT LEAST ONE SENSOR ON A GAS TURBINE - A sensor bracket ( | 06-17-2010 |
20100181454 | MOUNTING ARRANGEMENT FOR OPTICAL DEVICES - The invention relates to a mounting arrangement for optical devices having a mounting plate forming an undercut guide for receiving a clamping plate, the mounting plate comprising a side bar in which an undercut profile groove is formed, and having a strip located opposite the bar movably connected to the mounting plate via a clamping mechanism and a second undercut profile groove forming the undercut guide together with the first undercut profile groove, the strip being able to be tightened against the mounting plate by the clamping mechanism to fix the clamping plate, whereby the spacing distance between the undercut profile grooves is reduced. A second undercut guide is formed by additional undercut profile grooves in the same side bar of the mounting plate and the same strip, wherein the guides are both disposed on one side of the plane (X) spanned by the mounting plate. | 07-22-2010 |
20100200719 | ADJUSTABLE CABLE-CONCEALING UNIVERSAL MOUNTS - A mounting apparatus for mounting a device, preferably to a surface of a vehicle. In an exemplary embodiment, the mounting apparatus may comprise a base, a first intermediate component, a second intermediate component, and an adapter. The first intermediate component may be engageable to the base in at least two positions relative to the base. The second intermediate component may be engageable to the first intermediate component in at least two positions relative to the first intermediate component. The adapter may be engageable to the second intermediate component in at least two positions relative to the second intermediate component. The adapter may also be engageable to the device. The first intermediate component, the second intermediate component, and the adapter may be adjustable to position the device in a plurality of predetermined positions relative to the base, and may also be configured to receive a wire. | 08-12-2010 |
20100243842 | SENSOR ASSEMBLY AND FIXING METHOD THEREOF - A sensor assembly that is fixed to a fixing subject member includes a bracket that is fixed to a fixing subject member, a spacer that is attached to the bracket and contacts the fixing subject member, and a rotation sensor that is held by the bracket and is sandwiched between the spacer and the bracket. | 09-30-2010 |
20100301182 | RETAINING DEVICE FOR HEAT-DISSIPATING APPARATUS - A retaining device for a heat-dissipating apparatus includes a first and second members, a retaining module and four retaining elements. The first member has at least one positioned slot formed at two ends thereof, a through hole formed at a centre thereof, and at least one locking pin adjacent to the through hole. The second member has at least one positioned slot formed at two ends thereof, a through hole formed at a centre thereof and at least one first fixing and second fixing holes formed around the through hole. The locking pin wedges in the first fixing hole. The retaining module is inserted in the through holes of the first and second members for fixing. The four retaining elements insert in the positioned slots of the first and the second members. The present invention can be adjustable in configuration and scale to fit for different mounting holes. | 12-02-2010 |
20100320346 | FIXING - The present invention provides a fixing ( | 12-23-2010 |
20110001027 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A mounting apparatus includes a support member, a latch member, an operating member and a positioning member. The latch member is slidable on the support member between a locked position, where the latch member is capable of securing an electronic device on the support member, and an open position, where the latch member is capable of disengaging from the electronic device. The operating member is slidable on the support member between a first position, where the operating member slides the latch member to the open position, and a second position, where the operating member slides the latch member to the locked position. The positioning member is engageable with the operating member and capable of retaining the operating member in the first position or the second position. | 01-06-2011 |
20110017894 | MOUNTING MECHANISM FOR RETAINING SLIDE RAIL TO CHASSIS - A mounting mechanism is disclosed. The mounting mechanism includes a chassis with an anchor member, a slide rail with a mounting slot defined therein, and a retaining member slidablly attached to the slide rail. The mounting slot is adapted to receive the anchor member. An inclined portion extends from the slide rail. A first end of the retaining member is pivotable attached to the slide rail. A second end of the retaining member retains the anchor member in the mounting slot of the slide rail. The retaining member is rotated to slide along the inclined portion of the slide rail to urge the retaining member to move away from the slide rail, to disengage the anchor member from the second end of the retaining member. | 01-27-2011 |
20110017895 | MOUNTING MECHANISM FOR RETAINING SLIDE RAIL TO CHASSIS - A mounting mechanism is disclosed. The mounting mechanism includes a chassis with an anchor member, a slide rail defining a mounting slot to receive the anchor member, and a retaining member slidablly attached to the slide rail. A first end of the retaining member is pivotable attached to the slide rail. The retaining member comprises a stop surface and an inclined surface opposite to the stop surface formed from a second end of the retaining member. The anchor member slides in the mounting slot to drive the inclined surface of the retaining member to rotate the retaining member, when the anchor member rides over the stop portion, the retaining member is restored to make the stop surface of the stop portion retain the anchor member in the mounting slot of the slide rail. | 01-27-2011 |
20110024592 | MOUNTING MECHANISM FOR RETAINING SLIDE RAIL TO CHASSIS - A mounting mechanism is disclosed. The mounting mechanism includes a chassis with an anchor member, a slide rail defining a mounting slot for receiving the anchor member, and a retaining member fixed to the slide rail. The retaining member includes a main body and an operating portion extending slantingly from a first end of the main body. A stop portion is formed from a second end of the main body opposite to the operating member. The stop portion is capable of retaining the anchor member in the mounting slot of the slide rail. The operating portion is manipulated to pivot towards the slide rail to urge the main body of the retaining member to rotate away from the first surface, until the anchor member is disengaged from the stop portion of the retaining member. | 02-03-2011 |
20110024593 | FIXTURE SUPPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A device comprising a chassis, which may be formed with a strut and a hollow housing, the chassis having a groove disposed at an end for receiving a cross member such that the cross member is slidable within the groove. Some embodiments may have a plurality of suspension wires, said suspension wires coupled to the cross member to provide support for the fixture. Some embodiments may have rotatable hubs connected to the cross member, the hub for providing support for a light source attached to the hub. Some embodiments may provide for a ballast disposed into the housing. | 02-03-2011 |
20110031365 | Methods and apparatus for mounting devices - A device mounting apparatus includes a mounting base portion having a plurality of opposing pairs of rails. The mounting base portion is adapted for mounting on a support structure. The apparatus further includes a mounting tab affixed to a device for snap in mounting between a pair of rails, whereby the device is captively retained on the mounting base portion, and can be disengaged therefrom by snapping the mounting tabs out of the associated pairs of rails. | 02-10-2011 |
20110036961 | Modular Apparatus and Assembly - A modular apparatus comprising a mounting rail, a first assembly and a second assembly, wherein the assemblies are arranged on the mounting rail which has a profile configured for attaching the assemblies to a rear wall associated with the assemblies. A space is formed between the rear wall and the mounting rail, and the first assembly is configured to produce an overpressure in the space. In addition, the second assembly is configured such that the overpressure results in a medium, which is located in the space, flowing into the interior of the second assembly, for cooling assemblies. | 02-17-2011 |
20110049319 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR DATA STORAGE DEVICE - A mounting apparatus is provided to hold a data storage device including opposite sidewalls. The mounting apparatus includes a fixing board fixed to one of the sidewalls, an installing member, and a resilient member mounted to the installing member. A mounting portion extends from an end of the fixing board. The installing member defines a receiving space. The mounting portion is received in the receiving space, and slidably mounted to the installing member. The resilient member elastically resists against the mounting portion. | 03-03-2011 |
20110073734 | BRACKET OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A bracket is provided for fixing an electronic device therein. The bracket includes a main frame and a fixing member. The main frame has a connecting portion and two sideboards. The two sideboards are disposed to two ends of the connecting portion respectively and the two sideboards are disposed in parallel. A distance is kept between the two sideboards to accommodate the electronic device therein, and one of the two sideboards has a plurality of assembling holes. The fixing member is detachably mounted to the sideboard having the assembling holes. A plurality of connecting members are disposed to one side of the fixing member, for passing through the assembling holes respectively and being fixed on the electronic device, so as to fix the electronic device between the two sideboards. | 03-31-2011 |
20110089301 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REINFORCING A TRAFFIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY - Devices, systems, and methods for reinforcing a traffic control assembly are provided. In some embodiments, a retrofitted traffic control assembly configured to reinforce a traffic signal assembly in high wind conditions is provided, where the assembly includes a clamping assembly having clamping members that at least partially surround an existing traffic signal disconnect hanger, and bar members positioned substantially perpendicular to the clamping members. In certain embodiments, stiffening members may be placed in, on, or adjacent to a traffic signal and/or a traffic signal disconnect hanger to further reinforce the traffic signal assembly. Also provided are connection assemblies for reinforcing the portion of a traffic control assembly positioned between a traffic signal disconnect hanger and an upper span wire, for example. | 04-21-2011 |
20110095153 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR DATA STORAGE DEVICE - A mounting apparatus includes a bracket for accommodating a data storage device, a first latch member, a second latch member, and a lock member. The bracket includes a pair of cutouts defined in opposite sides of the bracket. The first latch member is pivotably attached to a first end of the bracket and includes a pair of first latches movably extending in one of the pair of cutouts. The second latch member is pivotably attached to a second end of the bracket and includes a pair of second latches movably extending in the other one of the pair of cutouts. The second latch member is slidably attached to the first latch member. The lock member is slidably attached to the first latch member to releasably lock the first latch member to the bracket. | 04-28-2011 |
20110101188 | METHOD FOR HANGING PARTY FAVORS AND APPARATUS AND KITS APPARATUS RELATED THERETO - The present inventions relate to a balloon and streamer hub assembly that allows for the efficient hanging of balloons and streamers in a variety of different environments, as well as kits and methods related thereto. In one aspect, the balloon and streamer hub assembly includes a bowl shaped cover, a live hinge mechanism fixedly attached to one backside section of the bowl shaped cover and releasably attachable to an opposite backside section of the bowl shaped cover, and an adhesive member attached to the live hinge mechanism. The bowl-shaped has a depth into which an end of the articles is inserted so that they are hidden from view, and further includes a plurality of holes and/or slits disposed around edges or a front face thereof in predetermined positions, for insertion of the articles, such as balloons and streamers, which are adapted for attachment thereto different ones of the balloons and streamers. | 05-05-2011 |
20110101189 | Mounting Device for Internal Circlip - A mounting device for internal circlip comprises a device frame composed of a base board, a cylinder fixation board and at least two perpendicular sliding guides located between the base board and the cylinder fixation board and fixed thereof; a core rod fixation board and a sleeve fixation board being movable on the at least two sliding guides, the core rod fixation board being above the sleeve fixation board, at least two compression springs being located thereof; a cylinder fixed on the cylinder fixation board, a piston rod of the cylinder passing through the cylinder fixation board being fixed on top of a circlip core rod, the circlip core rod and the core rod fixation board being fixed together and a bottom of the circlip core rod extending to a top of the sleeve fixation board; a sleeve coaxial with the circlip core rod being fixed on the top of the sleeve fixation board, the sleeve having a inner cone hole with a big top opening and a small bottom opening, a bottom of the circlip core rod can pass through the small bottom opening of the inner cone hole, and an orientation board for a work piece being fixed on the base board at where is under and aimed at the sleeve. The device of the invention has good guide performance, and it could ensure success mounting of the circlip and could be operated conveniently. | 05-05-2011 |
20110114809 | Mounting Bracket for Blind - The invention is a fascia and mounting bracket combination for a blind having a head portion. The mounting bracket and fascia combination includes a mounting bracket having a first locking element and a fascia having a face portion and an extended leg. The extended leg has a proximal end adjacent the face portion and a distal end opposite the proximal end. The fascia and bracket combination further includes a second locking element formed on the fascia adjacent the distal end of the extended leg, the second locking element configured to mate with the first locking element. A release member is mounted to the mounting bracket adjacent the first locking element, the release member movable between a locked position wherein the release member is clear of the second locking element, and a release position wherein the release member bears against the second locking element sufficiently to disengage the second locking element from the first locking element. | 05-19-2011 |
20110114810 | Mounting Device for Disk-Shaped Substrates such as Solar Wafers - The invention relates to a mounting device for solar wafers ( | 05-19-2011 |
20110121152 | LOW-PROFILE FASTENER ASSEMBLIES, PANEL MOUNTING SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Low-profile fastener assemblies for mounting objects, such as decorative architectural resin panels, to a support structure at a standoff include a standoff barrel, threaded rod, and low-profile cap. The low-profile cap can have a curved profile configured to reduce its height while also allowing for one or more separated recesses to be formed therein. Implementations of the present invention also include a cap key configured to engage the one or more separated recesses of the low-profile cap for use in tightening the low-profile cap onto the threaded rod. In addition, one implementations of the present invention include systems having a plurality of panels mounted to one or more support structures using one or more low-profile fastener assemblies. | 05-26-2011 |
20110139952 | BRACKET FOR DATA STORAGE DEVICE - A bracket for mounting a data storage device thereon includes a holding frame and an operating structure. The holding frame includes a substrate and first and second sidewalls extending from two opposite sides of the substrate. A receiving space is defined in the holding frame for receiving the data storage device therein. The operating structure is mounted to the first sidewall and includes an active member and a passive member connected with the active member. The active member defines a receiving groove for receiving one side of the data storage device therein. The passive member defines a sliding groove for receiving one end of the active member therein. The active member is slideable in the sliding groove of the passive member. The passive member is slideable along the first sidewall. | 06-16-2011 |
20110155882 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR DISK DRIVE - A mounting apparatus includes a bracket and a locking member. The bracket is configured for receiving a disk drive and includes a side plate. The side plate defines two through holes. The locking member is secured to the side plate and includes a locking portion and two locking posts. The locking portion is resiliently deformable. The two locking posts are secured to the locking portion. The locking member has an unlocked position, where the locking portion is resiliently deformed and the two locking posts are disengaged from the bracket, and a locked position, where the locking portion is in an original state and inserts the two locking posts into the bracket through the two through holes, for engaging in fixing holes defined in the disk drive. | 06-30-2011 |
20110192950 | CLIP CAPABLE OF ATTRACTING PAINT BRUSH - A clip capable of attracting a paint brush includes a first clipping body, a second clipping body, and an elastic holder is disclosed. One side of each of the first clipping body and the second clipping is a clipping section while the other opposite side thereof is a force-exerting part. The first clipping body further has an accommodating part thereon for receiving the paint brush. The elastic holder has an upper wing and a lower wing respectively extending from the first clipping body and the second clipping body. The bridge section having a rectangular groove is formed at an intersection of the upper wing and the lower wing. A positioning pin is further provided to penetrate through the hinge of the first clipping body and the second clipping body and through the rectangular groove of the elastic holder. Thereby, the first clipping body and the second clipping body and the elastic holder pivotally connect to one another to form the clip. | 08-11-2011 |
20110198470 | Hangaround for organizing portable articles - A Hangaround is a device to organize a plurality of portable items of critical need. It has an attachment section and a holding section integrally made. The attachment section has an opening latch to attach the Hangaround to a support member. The holding section also has an opening latch. The holding member has a plurality of raised portions defining a trough between adjacent raised portions. The raised portions have openings to accommodate a fastener or a hook. Items to be stored are hanged on to the holding section. | 08-18-2011 |
20110215213 | Device for Supporting Photovoltaic Cell Panels, Support System and Installed Assembly - Device for supporting photovoltaic cell panels, which is formed from a section with a height between 5 and 25 cm, comprising a central portion ( | 09-08-2011 |
20110220770 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR DISK DRIVE - A mounting apparatus is configured for securing a disk drive. The disk drive defines a locking hole. The mounting apparatus includes a bracket, a locking component and a spring member. The bracket includes a chassis side wall defining a through hole. Two pivot pieces are located on the chassis side wall. Two pivot pins are disposed on the locking component and rotatably engaged with the pivot piece. A locking tab is located on the locking component. The locking component defines a holding opening. One of the pivot pins is positioned in the holding opening. The spring member is secured on the one pivot pin, which is positioned in the holding opening. The locking component is rotatable between a locked position, where the locking tab is engaged in the locking hole of the disk drive, and an unlocked position, where the locking tab is disengaged from the locking hole. | 09-15-2011 |
20110248137 | Methods and Apparatus for Mounting Solar Panels - A method and apparatus for mounting a solar panel to a surface according to various aspects of the present invention is configured to provide attachment of a solar panel to any suitable surface. The mounting system comprises a membrane and a frame coupled with the membrane. The frame is configured to receive the solar panel. | 10-13-2011 |
20110260027 | SOLAR PANEL MOUNTING ASSEMBLY WITH LOCKING CAP - A solar panel mounting assembly including a bracket having a base, a central member extending from the base defining a channel opening in a direction away from the base, and first and second coplanar rails carried on the central member and spaced apart from the base, and a locking cap that lockingly engages within the channel including first and second spaced legs and a head that overhangs a portion of each of the first and second rails. A solar panel mounting system including a solar panel, bracket and locking cap. | 10-27-2011 |
20110266408 | Method for joining a rubber mount or a rubber-metal mount with a bearing seat and a chassis mount - Method for joining a rubber mount or a rubber-metal mount ( | 11-03-2011 |
20110272550 | RETAIL PRODUCT ASSEMBLY WITH HANGER - A retail product assembly includes a retail product, a bracket coupled thereto and defining an opening between the retail product and the bracket, and a hanger. The hanger includes a hanging portion configured to receive a support structure, a cross bar, a drop portion, and a tapered portion. The cross bar extends from the hanging portion and is wider than the bracket. At least a portion of the cross bar extends below the topmost sidewall of the retail product. The drop portion extends through the opening. The tapered portion extends away from the drop portion and is configured to slide through the opening to position a top edge of the tapered portion opposite the cross bar relative to the opening. The top edge of the tapered portion interacts with the bracket to support the retail product via the bracket when the hanger is hung from the support structure. | 11-10-2011 |
20110290972 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR EXPANSION CARD - A mounting apparatus includes a mounting tray configured for securing an expansion card, a first securing member, a second securing member, a first rotating member and a second rotating member. The first securing member is attached to a first edge of the mounting tray, and a first stopper portion is disposed on the first securing member. The second securing member is attached to a second opposite edge of the mounting tray, and a second stopper portion is disposed on the second securing member. The first and second rotating members are rotatably secured to the mounting tray. A first and second hooks respectively extend from the first and second rotating members. The first hook is engaged with the first stopper portion, and the second hook engaged with the second stopper portion. | 12-01-2011 |
20110303813 | CONNECTOR FOR PANEL MEMBERS - Aspects of the invention are directed to a connector that connects a first flat member and a second flat member. The connector can include a support portion, a first arm, connected to the support portion, and defining a first arm channel. The connector can also include a second arm, connected to the support portion, and defining a second arm channel, the second arm being apart from the first arm. An opening is defined, in part, by an edge of the support portion, and edge of the first arm and an edge of the second arm. Also, the first arm channel an the second arm channel and the support portion are shaped and configured such that the first flat member can be positioned, in part, within the first arm channel, and extend through the opening, and the second flat member can be positioned, in part, in the second arm channel. | 12-15-2011 |
20120006959 | MOUNTING DEVICE - The invention relates to a mounting device ( | 01-12-2012 |
20120006960 | Patient single surface system - This invention is directed towards a patient single surface system, PS3, which is a next generation system solution for patient accommodation, diagnosis, treatment, transfer and transport. PS3 provides a single surface for the patient to remain on from the trauma site through diagnosis, treatment and convalescence. Needs addressed by the PS3 system include improved patient treatment through reduction in time to treatment, reduced or eliminated unnecessary patient movement and injury, as well as improved comfort throughout treatment and convalescence. In addition, the PS3 system solves significant economic considerations. | 01-12-2012 |
20120018606 | MOUNTING DEVICE FOR DATA STORAGE DEVICES - A mounting device for data storage devices includes a mounting bracket, a first tray mounted to the mounting bracket, a second tray mounted to the mounting bracket, a first cable, and a cable retainer. The first cable is located on the first tray. The first cable extends through the first tray and toward the second tray. The cable retainer is mounted to the first tray adjacent the second tray for retaining the first cable. | 01-26-2012 |
20120032048 | ADJUSTABLE AND LOCKABLE BUSHING ASSEMBLY AND COMPONENT MOUNTING ASSEMBLY USING THE SAME - An adjustable and lockable bushing assembly includes a locking plate and a bushing. The locking plate has a bushing engagement opening that is defined by a plurality of first serrations, and a boss that extends axially therefrom. The bushing engages the locking plate and includes a concentric section, an eccentric section, a lock interface section, and an opening. The opening has a fixed diameter and extends along a longitudinal axis through the bushing. The concentric section has an outer surface that has a circumference that is concentric with the longitudinal axis. The eccentric section extends from the concentric section has an outer surface that has a circumference that is eccentric with the longitudinal axis. The lock interface section extends from the concentric section and includes an outer surface defined by a plurality of second serrations that engage the first serrations. | 02-09-2012 |
20120032049 | Gate Bracket Systems and Methods - A bracket system for forming gate assemblies comprising at least two brace members that are rigidly attached to hinge assemblies. The brace members are adapted to be attached to support members to form two corners of a gate box functioning as the structural portion of the gate assembly. The hinge assemblies are adapted to be rigidly attached to a fence post to allow the gate assembly to pivot relative to the fence post. Gate assemblies of arbitrary height and width can be formed using the bracket system. | 02-09-2012 |
20120032050 | DISPLAY PANEL MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A display mounting kit, system, and method are disclosed utilizing first and second primary releasable attachment elements that are secured about the periphery of a display panel and in a substantially corresponding relationship on a mounting surface, respectively. At least one supplementary fastening element having two interlocking component pieces for selective engagement with each other provides secure mounting between the display panel and the mounting surface. The at least one supplementary fastening element can also be utilized as a stand-alone primary fastening element. | 02-09-2012 |
20120037778 | FLEXIBLE SEGMENTED SUPPORT STRUCTURE - The present invention provides an elongated segmented binding cord (SBC) for reversibly housing and securing goods to their predetermined location; said SBC is characterized by a main longitudinal axis (MLA), comprising: a. a plurality of N interlockable segments; b. abutments provided at least one first end, and at least one second opposite end of the SBC; each of said abutments is adapted to at least reversibly attach said predetermined location; wherein by attaching said at least two abutments to their location, said SBC is reversibly transformed from at least two opposite states: LOOSE (non-arched) configuration and a TIGHTENED (arched) configuration, such that said goods are at least partially housed in a secured manner within the arched SBC. | 02-16-2012 |
20120056061 | CONNECTING ELEMENT AND ASSOCIATED CONNECTION ASSEMBLY - A first connecting element is used in combination with a second connecting element and comprises mounting equipment for mounting the first connecting element in an environment, a base body, two opposite hook members, each provided with a hook edge for engagement behind two respective directly opposed second hook edges forming part of the second connecting element, which two hook edges are positioned directly opposite each other, facing away from each other. The hook members are movable towards each other against a first spring force and, on account of the first spring force, away from each other between a connecting position and a disconnecting position. The connecting element further comprises a stop surface for abutment, in the connecting position, under a second spring force against a second stop surface which forms part of the second connecting element and which is directed towards the second hook edges. | 03-08-2012 |
20120068033 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING MODULAR PERSONAL ACCESSORIES - Systems and methods for providing personal accessories that are selectively and interchangeably used. A personal accessory system is provided having a base member for receiving an accessory item, the accessory item being coupled to the base member via a fastener. | 03-22-2012 |
20120097816 | Combination mounting and grounding clip - A clip for both mounting and grounding photovoltaic panels is disclosed. The clip has retention tabs which interact with mounting rails to fully support photovoltaic panels during installation. The interaction allows for adjustment along the length of the mounting rails. Interlocking fingers allow the mounting clips to fit together securely. | 04-26-2012 |
20120104209 | FIXING APPARATUS FOR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY DEVICES - A fixing apparatus for a flat panel display device includes a frame having an open cavity. First and second positioning sidewalls extend from the frame and are located above and parallel with the open cavity. A movable stop block is mounted in the open cavity and below the first positioning sidewall. As such the flat panel device is easily fixed and improved fixing strength is attained. | 05-03-2012 |
20120119048 | RAMP BRACKET FOR CURTAIN AIRBAG - A ramp bracket for a curtain airbag is constructed so that an open space between a front and a rear is divided into two portions, that is, an upper chamber and a lower chamber by a partition, and the front and the rear are separated from each other at an area defining the lower chamber. Such a ramp bracket allows the airbag to be smoothly deployed between a head liner and a pillar trim, and minimizes the injury to a passenger who collides with the ramp bracket. | 05-17-2012 |
20120160978 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR PCI CARD BRACKET - A mounting apparatus includes a chassis, a first fastener, a bracket, and a second fastener. The chassis includes a bottom plate. The first fastener is secured to the bottom plate and defines a through hole and a positioning slot in the inner wall of the through hole. The bracket configured for securing PCI cards. A securing piece is located on the bracket and placed on the first fastener. A securing hole is defined in the securing piece and aligned with the through hole. The second fastener includes a base portion and a blocking portion. The base portion is engaged in the securing hole and the through hole. The securing piece is positioned between the blocking portion and the first fastener. A positioning portion is located on the base portion and engaged in the positioning slot. | 06-28-2012 |
20120168588 | OBJECT SUPPORT RETAINER - An object support retainer, which allows object supports to be supported stably for automated dyeing processes and at the same time the uncontrolled drainage of reagent by means of capillary currents to be prevented. The device has at least one bearing surface ( | 07-05-2012 |
20120181404 | THIN-SHEET METAL MEMBER MOUNTING STRUCTURE - A thin-sheet metal member mounting structure includes a body member having retaining grooves spaced around the periphery thereof, and a cover member made of a metal material comprising a base portion attached to the top wall of the body member, a wing portion extending from the border of the base portion at a predetermined angle and attached to the periphery of the body member and a plurality of male fastening devices protruded from and formed of a part of the inside wall of the wing portion remote from the base portion by means of a cutting technique and respectively forced into engagement with the retaining grooves of the body member. | 07-19-2012 |
20120187268 | FIXING DEVICE FOR POWER MODULE - A fixing device includes a casing and a power module fixed in the case by fasteners. The casing includes a bottom wall, a front wall perpendicularly extending from the bottom wall, and a plurality of first limiting blocks and a second limiting block. The first limiting blocks and the second limiting block project from the bottom wall. The first limiting blocks are arranged in two rows along a direction perpendicular to the front wall. The second limiting block is arranged along a direction parallel to the front wall. The second limiting block is positioned far from the front wall. The power module is in contact with the front wall, the first limiting blocks, and the second limiting block. | 07-26-2012 |
20120217363 | METHODS AND STRUCTURES FOR ATTACHING AN ORNAMENT - An ornamental fixture having a support structure and a plurality of ornaments mounted to the support structure in a substantially completely spherical arrangement of ornaments. The ornaments may be glass crystal ornaments, for example, octagonal glass crystals, and a light may be mounted within the fixture. The support structure may include an upper support ring and at least one lower support ring vertically spaced from the upper support ring and a plurality of arcuate sector assemblies removably mounted to the upper support ring and the at least one lower support ring. The sector assemblies retain the ornaments to provide a substantially continuous 360-degree array of ornaments. The sector assemblies can also be disassembled from the support structure for maintenance, servicing, relamping, and cleaning of the fixture. For example, the disassembled components of the fixture may be washed in a dishwasher without damaging the ornaments or the support structure. | 08-30-2012 |
20120223200 | KEYBOARD MOUNTING APPARATUS - A keyboard mounting assembly includes a base having a body portion with an edge, and a keyboard tray having a support portion configured to engage a keyboard. The keyboard tray further includes an edge-engaging portion configured to releasably engage the edge of the base for pivotal movement between a first position, in which the body portion of the base and the support portion of the keyboard tray are not parallel to one another, and a second position, in which the body portion of the base and the support portion of the keyboard tray are generally parallel to one another. The assembly further includes an interlock mechanism between the base and the keyboard tray that is operable to releasably secure the base and the keyboard tray in the second position. | 09-06-2012 |
20120223201 | MOUNTING ASSEMBLY FOR STORAGE DEVICE - A mounting assembly includes an enclosure, a mounting device and a resilient member. The enclosure defines a mounting hole. The mounting device includes an engaging member, a drive member, and an engaging rod. A positioning groove and a clipping groove are defined in the engaging member. The drive member includes a limiting block. The resilient member is surrounding the engaging rod. The drive member is moveable relative to the engaging member between an unlocked position and a locked position, in the unlocked position, the limiting block is received in the positioning groove, and the engaging rod does not extend through the mounting hole; and in the locked position, the resilient member is deformed, and the limiting block is engaged in the clipping groove to keep the engaging rod extending through the mounting hole to engage with a storage device. | 09-06-2012 |
20120223202 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR STORAGE DEVICE - A mounting apparatus includes an enclosure and a mounting device. The enclosure defines a mounting hole. The mounting device includes a receiving member, an engaging member, an engaging rod, and a drive member moveably received in the receiving member. A positioning slot and a cutout are defined in the receiving member. The engaging member includes an engaging block, and the engaging block, abutting the drive member, is received in the positioning slot. A resilient member surrounds the engaging rod. The drive member biases the engaging block to slide in the positioning slot. The resilient component is deformed, and the engaging rod extends through the mounting hole and is received in an securing hole of a storage device; when the engaging block is disengaged from the positioning slot, the drive member is rotated relative to the receiving member, and the engaging block is engaged in the cutout. | 09-06-2012 |
20120228456 | BALANCING ARTICLE SUSPENSION DEVICE - A device for supporting and suspending objects from a balance point on a surface. The device includes a balance contact, a retainer region, a display body, and a display surface. The display surface of the device may be configured into a design representing a particular figure or logo, or may simply be aesthetically pleasing. By using a balance contact on the surface without a counterbalance, the device provides a visually striking, unique way of holding objects. | 09-13-2012 |
20120228457 | BALLOON HOLDER WITH LOCKING FINGERS - A balloon holder includes a stem for locking a balloon tail in place. The stem includes an inner channel for receiving the balloon tail. The inner channel is located between side walls of the stem, and pairs of locking fingers extend from the side walls into the inner channel. The application of a deforming force to the locking fingers causes the locking fingers to bend, thereby allowing the balloon tail to enter the inner channel. When the deforming force is removed the locking fingers return to a substantially planar state, thereby locking the balloon tail in place within the inner channel. | 09-13-2012 |
20120228458 | FASTENING DEVICE AND ATTACHMENT PART HAVING A FASTENING DEVICE - A fastening device having equalization elements, which are movable in the longitudinal direction of a receiving sleeve for adjustment to different diameters of oblong fastening elements such as coarse thread bolts, which hold the fastening element substantially without play in the receiving sleeve in dependence on the diameter of the respective fastening element. | 09-13-2012 |
20120235002 | MOUNTING APPARATUS - A mounting apparatus includes a tray, a mounting member, a latch member, and a locking member. The tray can receive a data storage device. The mounting member mount is mounted to the tray, and a chamber is defined in the mounting member. The latch member pivotally engages to the mounting member, and includes a latch and a hook. The locking member is received in the chamber, the locking member includes a sliding member, a pivot member, and a first resilient member. The pivot member is pivotally engaged with the mounting member, and is slidably engaged with the sliding member. The sliding member is capable of sliding along the chamber, and engages with the first resilient member. | 09-20-2012 |
20120235003 | Lid Holder - A lid holder for holding a lid above a pot or cylindrical vessel is herein disclosed. The lid holder includes lid support, which includes a central body, and one or more support arms extending from the central body. The lid support further includes a lid stop, on which an edge of the lid rests. The lid holder can further include a band to hold the lid support to the pot or cylindrical vessel. | 09-20-2012 |
20120248274 | FASTENING SYSTEM FOR ATTACHING RETAINERS TO ELASTOMER COMPONENTS - A retainer for accommodating an electronic component, in particular a sensor, including a main body or a main body element, which comes in contact with the electronic component, and is composed of a main body material. The retainer further includes a transition layer, which is connected to the main body and a thermoplastic connecting layer or a first connecting element, which is connected to the transition layer. The thermoplastic connecting layer is designed such that the thermoplastic connecting layer can be brought into a reversible mechanical/physical connection to a contact element or a second connecting element by a preceding partial melting process. | 10-04-2012 |
20120261536 | COMPLIANT BEARING MOUNT - A compliant bearing mount for mounting a bearing relative to a support structure. The bearing mount assembly of the present invention is adapted to absorb a force applied to the bearing mount. A force translating element translates a component of an applied force to a shear force absorber, which absorbs the shear component of the applied force and restores the bearing mount back to the original position. | 10-18-2012 |
20120267500 | FOLDABLE FIXING APPARATUS FOR HARD DISK DRIVE - A foldable fixing apparatus for fixing a hard disk drive includes a handle and two collapsible arms. The handle includes a sidewall. Each collapsible arm includes a fixing arm and a pivot arm. First ends of the fixing arms are rotatably connected to opposite ends of the sidewall. The pivot arms are rotatably connected to second ends of the fixing arms opposite to the first ends. When the pivot arms are pivoted to fold to the corresponding fixing arms, the collapsible arms are capable of being folded to the handle. When the fixing arms are rotated to be perpendicular to the sidewall of the handle, and the pivot arms are unfolded from, and aligned with, the corresponding fixing arms, the hard disk drive is capable of being mounted between the collapsible arms. | 10-25-2012 |
20120267501 | RETENTION DEVICE FOR DATA STORAGE MODULE - A retention device includes a first holder and a second holder. Two locking members downwardly extend from front and rear ends of the first holder. Each of the locking members and the first holder defines a guideway. An engaging portion extends from a side of the first holder. The second holder includes a handle to lock the engaging portion of the first holder. A number of latch portions extend from two ends of the second holder. The second holder can be arranged under the first holder via the latch portions of the second holder received in the guideway of the first holder, or the second holder can be juxtaposed with the first holder via the handle of the second holder locking the engaging portion of first holder. | 10-25-2012 |
20120273638 | HARD DISK DRIVE BRACKET - A hard disk drive (HDD) bracket includes a frame and a handle. The frame includes two arms each defining a slot in an inner surface. An opening is defined in an end of the frame and communicating with the slots, for opposite sides of a HDD to enter the slots through the opening. The handle is pivotably mounted to the end of the frame to cover or uncover the opening. | 11-01-2012 |
20120273639 | FOLDABLE FIXING APPARATUS FOR HARD DISK DRIVE - A foldable fixing apparatus for fixing a hard disk drive includes a handle and two telescopic arms. The handle includes a sidewall. Each telescopic arm includes a fixing arm and a slide arm. The fixing arms are respectively and rotatably connected to opposite ends of the sidewall. The slide arms are respectively and slidably connected to the fixing arms. When the slide arms are slid towards the handle and telescoped to the corresponding fixing arms, the fixing arms are capable of being rotated to be folded to the handle. When the fixing arms are rotated to be perpendicular to the sidewall of the handle, and the slide arms are slid away from the handle to be extended from the corresponding fixing arms, the hard disk drive is capable of being mounted between the telescopic arms. | 11-01-2012 |
20120280099 | Holder for a Fire Protection Sleeve - One or more embodiments of the present invention relate to a holder for a fire protection sleeve, having a mounting portion, a supporting portion and a holding portion, characterized in that the holding portion is provided with anchoring structure, which may positively interlock with the cover of a fire protection sleeve. One or more embodiments of the present invention also relate to an assembly of such a holder and a fire protection sleeve comprising a strip of an intumescent material, which is surrounded by a cover at least on one flat side and a longitudinal edge, characterized in that the anchoring structure may dig into the cover in the region of the longitudinal edge. | 11-08-2012 |
20120286119 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR FLANGE SUPPORT AND ALIGNMENT - A method and apparatus for supporting and aligning a flange is provided. In one embodiment, an apparatus for supporting a flange is provided. The apparatus includes a first member having a first surface and a second surface, a first side member extending orthogonally from the first surface of the first member, a second side member extending orthogonally from the first surface of the first member in a spaced apart relation to the first side member to define a U-shaped structure, wherein each of the first side member and the second side member include an aperture formed therein along a longitudinal axis of the U-shaped structure, a lifting lug coupled to the second surface of the first member in a transverse axis of the U-shaped structure, and a plurality of set screws disposed through the first member on opposing sides of the lifting lug. | 11-15-2012 |
20120292474 | STRIP WITH RESILIENT BRACES FOR FASTENING PERPENDICULARLY ATTACHED SIDING PANELS - The present document describes a fastening strip for fastening a plurality of siding panels to a surface. The strip is installed on the surface perpendicularly to the length of the panels. The strip has a plurality of braces regularly spaced along the strip and extending outwardly therefrom. Each one of the siding panels fits between two consecutive braces which each have a flexible portion and an engaging portion. The flexible portion for engaging the first edge of one of the siding panels and the engaging portion for engaging the second edge of one of the siding panels thereby fastening the one of the siding panels to the surface in between two braces. | 11-22-2012 |
20120298823 | SUSPENSION APPARATUS AND DEVICE USING THE SAME - A suspension apparatus includes a casing, a fixing member received in the casing, and a hanging portion extending from a first end of the casing. The fixing member includes two latches. First ends of the latches are rotatably connected to each other. Each latch includes a tab extending from a second end of the latch and extending through a second end of the casing, and an operation portion extending from the latch and extending through one of opposite sides of the casing. The latches to rotate relative to each other to drive the tabs of the latches closer or farther apart. | 11-29-2012 |
20120305727 | Quick Release Mechanism For Hanging Projector Mount with Safety Features - A safety feature for a spindle swivel has a cylindrical portion that fits inside a spindle receiver. The spindle swivel and spindle receiver have a wavy interface between them that ensures at least one preferred azimuthal orientation between them when they are forced together. A twist lock collar is pivotally attached to the spindle receiver, and may be rotated by a user around a central axis, against the action of a torsion spring, from a locked position to an unlocked position. In the locked position, various ramps inside the twist lock collar force respective steel balls radially inward through respective holes in the spindle receiver to engage respective notches in the cylindrical portion of the spindle swivel. In the unlocked position, the ramps decrease the radial inward force on the steel balls, disengaging them from the notches, and the spindle swivel may be separated from the spindle receiver by the user. The safety feature unlocks only some of the balls from their recesses. The remaining balls are forced thru a channel which prevents direct removal of the spindle without rotation thereof, preventing accidental unexpected disengagement. | 12-06-2012 |
20120312948 | SUPPORT SYSTEMS - A support locator includes at least one body portion and at least one support portion, wherein the support portion is configured for engaging and retaining at least one strut member which holds a banner taught, and wherein the body portion is releasably connectable to a corner forming portion of a sheet of material forming the banner on the non-printed side of the banner, wherein the support portion projects substantially orthogonally out from a substantially planar body portion and wherein the plane of the body portion is parallel to that of the sheet material. | 12-13-2012 |
20120318943 | HANGING MODULE - A hanging module includes a first hanging mechanism. The first hanging mechanism includes first and second slot disks, first and second hook disks, a first sliding member, and a first guiding member. The first and second hook disks are disposed on first and second displayers respectively. A first hook of the first hook disk and a second hook of the second hook disk are used for hooking a first protruding slot of the first slot disk and a second protruding slot of the second slot disk respectively. The first sliding member has a first pivot portion and a first rod portion. The first guiding member has a second pivot portion and a first slot portion. The first and second pivot portions are pivoted onto the first and second protruding slots respectively. The first rod portion is slidably disposed in the first slot portion. | 12-20-2012 |
20120318944 | RETAINER ASSEMBLY - A pivoting retainer that may be used by itself or in a plurality of applications may include a tab and a housing, the tab including a shaft configured to be received in a channel within the housing. A coupling device may be at an end of the shaft such as an expanding mushroom-type connection or a locking nut with a compression spring. The retainer may include a plurality of male detents and a second plurality of female detents to index the tab in a plurality of angular configurations about the housing. In one embodiment, the tab may include a plurality of flexing fins to provide a springing action to hold the male detents within respective female detents. Exemplary uses for pivoting retainer may include at the end of one or more arms of a cord-wrapping apparatus and at the end of one or more shelves or hooks for holding objects. | 12-20-2012 |
20130001391 | FASTENER AND MOUTING APPARATUS WITH FASTENER - A mounting apparatus includes a first component, a second component, a mounting member, and a fastener. The first component includes a back portion and a front portion opposite to the back portion and defines a concave slot. The second component includes a positioning hole. The fastener includes a main body with a screw hole, a resilient portion extending from an end of the main body, and a supporting portion extending from an outer surface of the main body. The supporting portion is adjacent to the resilient portion. The resilient portion is in a deformed state between the back portion and the front portion, the supporting portion is adhered to the back portion, and the mounting member is engaged in the positioning hole and the screw hole to secure the second component to the first component. | 01-03-2013 |
20130009026 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR MOTHERBORAD - A mounting apparatus for a motherboard includes a chassis, a bracket, a resilient plate, and a handle. The chassis includes a sidewall, and a fastener formed on an inner surface of the sidewall. The bracket is fixed to a side of the motherboard. The resilient plate includes a fixing portion fixed to a side of the bracket facing the sidewall, a connecting portion slantingly extending toward the sidewall from the fixing portion, and a resilient arm extending from the connecting portion away from the fixing portion and defining a latching hole. The handle is pivotably connected to the bracket and includes a first plate. When the handle is rotated towards the bracket, the first plate is inserted into a space between the resilient arm and the bracket, and deforms the resilient arm towards the sidewall. The fastener engages in the latching hole of the resilient arm. | 01-10-2013 |
20130015307 | BRACKET FOR HARD DISK DRIVEAANM TING; YU-CHENAACI Tu-ChengAACO TWAAGP TING; YU-CHEN Tu-Cheng TW - A bracket includes a base panel, a pair of side panels extending from opposite sides of the base panel, and a top panel. The top panel includes a first plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of a first side panel of the pair of side panels and a second plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of a second side panel of the pair of side panels. The first plate partially overlaps the second plate and is fixed to each other. A first gap is defined in the first plate. A second gap is defined in the second plate. The first gap and the second gap cooperatively form an opening. | 01-17-2013 |
20130015308 | HARD DISK DRIVE BRACKETAANM TING; YU-CHENAACI Tu-ChengAACO TWAAGP TING; YU-CHEN Tu-Cheng TW - A bracket includes a bracket main body and a reinforce rib attached to the bracket main body. The bracket main body includes a base panel, a pair of side panels extending from opposite sides of the base panel, and a top panel connected between the pair of side panels. The top panel includes a first plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of a first side panel of the pair of side panels and a second plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of a second side panel of the pair of side panels. The first plate and the second plate partially overlap with each other and fix to each other. A first end of the reinforce rib is secured to the first plate. A second end of the reinforce rib is secured to the second plate. | 01-17-2013 |
20130015309 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR STORAGE DEVICEAANM FAN; CHEN-LUAACI Tu-ChengAACO TWAAGP FAN; CHEN-LU Tu-Cheng TW - A mounting apparatus includes a bracket and a tray. The bracket is capable of securing a first storage device and includes a bottom plate and two side plates located on the bottom plate. The tray includes a top panel, a first side panel, a second side panel and a third side panel. The first side panel, the second side panel and the third side panel are located on the top panel. The first side panel is located between the first side panel and the second side panel. The tray is capable of securing a second storage device between the first side panel and the third side panel. The tray is secured to the bracket, each of the first side panel and the second side panel is secured to each of the two side plates of the bracket. | 01-17-2013 |
20130020455 | MOUNTING BRACKET PROTECTION DEVICE - A protective device for a mounting bracket suitable for installation of solar collectors. The device includes a U-shaped polymeric base member having a substantially rectangular bottom joined to two opposed upwardly-projecting side walls, the bottom having at least one aperture adapted to receive a mounting fastener capable of attaching the base member to a substrate. A substantially rectangular polymeric cover having substantially the same dimensions as the base member bottom is attached to the base member's side walls. The protective device also includes a metallic mounting bracket adapted to receive a mounting strap. The base member and cover define a partial enclosure having at least one opening through which the mounting strap or a portion of the metallic mounting bracket can pass, and which can retain and protect sealant placed over the mounting fastener. | 01-24-2013 |
20130026323 | FIXING APPARATUS FOR HARD DISK DRIVE - A fixing apparatus for fixing a hard disk drive includes two opposite fixing arms, a handle, and two resilient fixing members. The fixing arms have substantially C-shaped cross-sections and are capable of sandwiching opposite sides of the hard disk drive, respectively. The handle is connected between first ends of the fixing arms. A stop plate protrudes inwards from an inner side of each fixing arm adjacent to the handle, to engage with a first end of the hard disk drive. The resilient fixing members are respectively fixed to the inner sides of the fixing arms, with a section of each fixing member exposed out of a second end of the corresponding fixing arm away from the handle. A fixing portion protrudes inwards from the exposed section of each fixing member, to engage with a second end of the hard disk drive away from the handle. | 01-31-2013 |
20130037673 | FIXING APPARATUS FOR STORAGE DEVICE - A fixing apparatus includes a board presenting a number of engaging portions and a post, and a casing for containing a data storage device. The casing includes a bottom wall defining a number of engaging holes, an end wall perpendicularly connected to the bottom wall, and a fixing member pivotably mounted to the end wall. Each engaging hole may engage and lock an engaging portion. The fixing member forms a sliding portion having a slanted outer surface, and a protrusion connected to the sliding portion and is pivoted to move the casing away from the post, until the second holes engage with the corresponding engaging portions, and the protrusion resists against the post. | 02-14-2013 |
20130037674 | VEHICLE BUCKLE SUPPORT APPARATUS - A vehicle buckle support apparatus is arranged between a console box and a seat cushion. The vehicle buckle support apparatus includes a cylindrical inner boot that covers an inner webbing that connects a buckle and an anchor plate together. A thin portion is formed in a width direction of the inner webbing, on a middle portion in a height direction of a seat-side side wall portion of the inner boot. | 02-14-2013 |
20130037675 | SUPPORTING DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING A LOAD TO STRUCTURE - The invention relates to a supporting device for supporting a load ( | 02-14-2013 |
20130062492 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR STORAGE DEVICE - A mounting apparatus includes a receiving member for receiving a storage device. The receiving member includes a bottom plate, two sidewalls respectively extending upwards form two opposite sides of the bottom plate, and a plurality of positioning shafts. Each sidewall has one perforation. The plurality of positioning shafts is arranged extending through the perforation, and secured in the perforation. | 03-14-2013 |
20130087671 | Selectively Positionable Apparatus Holder - The Selectively Positionable Apparatus Holder is an apparatus holder which may be selectively positioned and fixedly attached to a material such as, for example, a surgical drape, table cover, or equipment cover. The selectively positionable apparatus holder, in some of its various embodiments, comprises a base having a dorsal side and a ventral side with the ventral side being fixedly attachable to a surface, at least one strap integrally formed with the base, the at least one strap having a dorsal side, a ventral side, a proximal end to the base and a distal end projecting outward from the base, the at least one strap further including a means of releasably joining unto itself, whereby the selectively positionable apparatus holder may be selectively positioned upon a material to provide for releasably securing an apparatus. | 04-11-2013 |
20130105654 | FIXING APPARATUS FOR WAVEGUIDE PLATE | 05-02-2013 |
20130146729 | BRACKET MODULE FOR HARD DISK DRIVE - A bracket module includes a first bracket receiving a first hard disk drive (HDD) and a second bracket receiving a second HDD. The first bracket includes a first bottom plate and two first side plates perpendicularly extending from the first bottom plate. The first bottom plate forms a first engaging portion. Each second bracket includes a second bottom plate, two second side plates perpendicularly extending from the second bottom plate, a plate bestriding the second side plates, and a mounting tab with a fastening portion located above the plate. The second bottom plate forms a second engaging portion. A tab extends from the plate to engage in the first engaging portion. A fastener is operable to extend through the fastening portion and the corresponding first side plate to engage in a locking hole defined in the first HDD. | 06-13-2013 |
20130168518 | MOUNTING APPARATUS FOR POWER SUPPLY - A mounting apparatus includes a chassis and a mounting tray for receiving a power supply. The chassis includes a side plate. The side plate includes a side plate body, a securing flange extending from the side plate body, and a mounting portion extending from the side plate body. The mounting tray includes a positioning portion and an engaging portion. The engaging portion engages the securing flange to prevent the mounting tray from moving along a first direction substantially parallel to the side plate body. The positioning portion defines a positioning space receiving the mounting portion to prevent the mounting tray from moving along a second direction substantially perpendicular to the side plate body. The positioning portion moves along a third direction substantially opposite to the first direction to enable the mounting portion to be received in the positioning space. | 07-04-2013 |
20130206944 | BRACKET - A bracket is provided that includes a plurality of apertures for mounting the bracket to a variety surfaces and connecting equipment selected by a user. The bracket may include an adjustable supporting arm and a connection box for providing a secure area for input and output devices to the equipment. The bracket may have a configuration that facilitates its mounting on a telephone or utility pole. | 08-15-2013 |
20130233993 | LADDER DOCKING STATION FOR USE WITH EXTENSION LADDERS - A ladder docking station is attached to an extension ladder and, when leaned against the eave or gutter of a structure, provides a slip resistant contact surface. The same contact surface also protects against damage from the side rails of the ladder. The ladder docking station also provides a method for securing the ladder to the structure using built in hooks or optional nail holes. The ladder docking station eliminates the need for more than one product to solve side to side slipping, provide protection against damage from the side rails of the ladder, and provide methods for securing the ladder in place. | 09-12-2013 |
20130248671 | USE OF FIBRE-REINFORCED POLYURETHANE TO FORM A RAIL FOR A MOUNTING ARRANGEMENT - The invention relates to the use of fibre-reinforced polyurethane to form a rail ( | 09-26-2013 |
20130299660 | FIXING SYSTEM - A fixing system suitable for use in a vehicle includes a main body portion and engagement means adapted for positive engagement, in use, with a part of a vehicle, wherein the engagement means comprises at least two rigidly spaced-apart engagement surfaces. | 11-14-2013 |
20130320172 | COIL RETAINER AND METHOD OF USE - A coil retainer is configured for securing a metal coil to a support surface using tension lines. The coil retainer includes a core insert extending about an arc and configured to be inserted into a hollow core of the metal coil so that an exterior of the core insert supports an inner surface of the coil along a portion of the inner surface. A coil side containment wall extends along the arc of the core insert and projects radially outward from the core insert. The coil side containment wall is configured to support a flat side of the metal coil. A cross beam extends across the arc of the core insert. Attached to the cross beam is at least one chain guide configured to guide a tension line over the cross beam and at least one chain mount configured to secure a tension line to the coil retainer. | 12-05-2013 |
20130320173 | Robot Mobile Phone Jacket Support Frame - The invention relates to a robot mobile phone jacket support frame, including two brackets A( | 12-05-2013 |
20130320174 | HANGING DEVICE FOR A PINCER - A hanging device is used to hang a pincer body which is displayed. The pincer body includes a first clamp body and a second clamp body The first clamp body has an adjusting opening. The hanging device includes a hanging member having a hanging hole, a positioning member having a base and a positioning portion, the base having a top portion and a bottom portion, the bottom portion of the base assembled to the hanging member, and a width of the positioning portion being longer than a width of the base and a width of the adjusting opening of the first clamp body. When the base is inserted into the adjusting opening, the positioning portion is assembled to a top of the base so that the first clamp body is locked between the positioning portion and the hanging member. | 12-05-2013 |
20140014799 | TOOL HOLDER - Tool holders are presented including: a tool receiving bracket having a surface, where the surface forms a partial cylinder, the partial cylinder having an upper edge and a lower edge, where the surface includes an opening for receiving a tool, where the opening extends vertically from the upper edge to the lower edge; an attachment portion extending away from the surface with respect to the upper edge and the lower edge; and an accessory hook mechanically coupled with the attachment portion and extending therefrom. In some embodiments, tool holders further include: a connecting arm having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end attached with the attachment portion; and a base attached with the distal end of the connecting arm. | 01-16-2014 |
20140097314 | APPARATUS FOR SECURING COMPONENTS TO SUBSTRATES - An apparatus for securing a component to a substrate. The apparatus includes a backing and a retainer interface. The backing includes a bonding element on a first surface and the retainer interface on an opposing second surface. The first surface of the backing is applied to a substrate to which a component is to be secured. The component is secured on the second surface of the backing so that the backing is positioned between the substrate and the component to be secured. The backing may be rigid or flexible. The first surface of the backing tape includes an adhesive as the bonding element. The backing tape may also include a removable paper interface to enable the installer to move the backing tape into a desired location before removing the paper to expose the adhesive for its attachment to the substrate. | 04-10-2014 |
20140110548 | WALL SUPPORT DEVICE FOR VIDEO MONITOR MOUNT - This invention is a wall support device for supporting a variety of commercially available flat panel television or video monitor wall mounts with related power and low voltage wiring access in a manner concealed from view. | 04-24-2014 |
20140158845 | Photographic and video mounting plate with deployable attachment point - A mounting plate for securing a photographic and video device to a stabilizing element. The mounting plate is affixed to the device using a fastener and includes a deployable attachment member movable between a retained position and deployed position. In the retained position, the mount is usable and attachable to a stabilizing element. In the deployed position, the mount is attachable to a strap or similar element using the attachment member. The device allows a user to easily and quickly affix the mount to both a strap and a stabilizing element. | 06-12-2014 |
20140158846 | SUPPORT FOR COMMUNICATION ELEMENTS IN POINTS OF SALE OF PRODUCTS - A support ( | 06-12-2014 |
20140191099 | Mobile Holder - The first embodiment of the present invention presents a mobile device holder that is comprised of four components: a single finger holder, a single finger tensioner, a base platform; and an adhesive pad. The single finger holder and tensioner are permanently attached to form a first assembly, and the base platform and the adhesive pad are combined to form a second assembly. The adhesive pad has a cover that when removed may be used to attach the second assembly to a mobile handheld device. The first assembly is easily attached to and removed from the second assembly by a user. The first assembly may be rotated 360 degrees relative to the second assembly, and is held snugly in place by the single finger tensioner. Several additional embodiments are presented. One alternate embodiment replaces the single finger holder by a two-finger holder; another embodiment has an accessory that attaches to the handlebars of a stationary bicycle. | 07-10-2014 |
20140197294 | Hanger - A hanger for hanging an article from a supporting surface is described. The hanger comprises a base body which includes a vertical axis which, when the base body is disposed on the supporting surface, extends substantially perpendicular to the supporting surface; a catch configured to catch a portion of a handbag for hanging therefrom; an arm connected at one end to the base body and at the other end to the catch, the arm operatively connected to the base body so as to swing about the vertical axis between a stowed position wherein the catch is disposed adjacent a perimeter of the base, and a deployed position wherein the catch is spaced from the base so that it hangs downwardly from the base to support the handbag below the supporting surface. | 07-17-2014 |
20140246553 | SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR SUPPORTING VIDEO DISPLAYS - A video support structure for supporting video is disclosed. The video support structure includes a first support member, a second support member, a portion of the second support member being receivable by a surface or space formed by the first support member, a pinnable joint having an opening in each of the first support member and the second support member, the openings being alignable to receive one or more pins, and the one or more pins, the one or more pins being configured to secure the first support member to the second support member to form at least a portion of the video support structure. | 09-04-2014 |
20140346301 | CABIN AIR COMPRESSOR SUPPORT BRACKET - A support bracket for a cabin air compressor (CAC) assembly includes a CAC mounting portion formed substantially orthogonal to an access portion and a structural support portion. A cross-support bracket mounting portion is formed at an angle relative to the access portion. An upper lug portion is formed at an angle relative to the access portion and substantially orthogonal to an upper lug. A plurality of CAC mounting holes is formed in the CAC mounting portion. A plurality of lower slotted holes and an upper slotted hole are formed in the cross-support bracket mounting portion. A ratio of a length of longitudinal offset defined between the lower slotted holes and the upper slotted hole to a length of lateral offset between a center of at least one of the lower slotted holes and the upper slotted hole is between 2.47 and 2.91. | 11-27-2014 |
20140346302 | CABIN AIR COMPRESSOR CROSS-SUPPORT BRACKET - A cross-support bracket for a cabin air compressor assembly includes a mating portion having a first group of apertures at a first end and a second group of apertures at a second end. A reference line is defined between a lowermost primary aperture of the first group of apertures and a lowermost primary aperture of the second group of apertures. A stiffener portion is formed along a lower edge of the mating portion. A curved region is formed in the mating portion between a first and second upper edge of the mating portion. The curved region includes a first curved portion, a substantially straight portion, and a second curved portion. A ratio of a radius of the first and second curved portions of the curved region to a length from the substantially straight portion to the reference line is between 9.06 and 10.19. | 11-27-2014 |
20140346303 | ULTRASONIC WAVE DEVICE - An ultrasonic wave device includes a holding member designed to be fixed to an inner surface of a bumper as a vehicle outer panel, and a body block designed to be connected with the holding member. The body block includes a head designed to be inserted in an exposing hole provided at the bumper, and at least one abutting part designed to abut on the inner surface of the bumper at a position closer to the exposing hole than a position where the holding member is fixed. The body block is biased to an outer side of the bumper by a spring force of the clamping part, which is a biasing part provided with the holding member. | 11-27-2014 |
20140367543 | CABIN SUPPLY BRACKET - A cabin supply bracket for a cabin supply duct assembly is provided. The cabin supply bracket includes a base plate with a first, second, and third mounting hole distributed in a substantially triangular arrangement. The first mounting hole has a centerline defined therethrough. A coupling socket extends from the base plate. The coupling socket includes a first and second tie rod coupling support having a tie rod coupling hole formed therethrough and a first and second outer edge. The first outer edge is proximate the second mounting hole, and the second outer edge is proximate the third mounting hole. The coupling socket has a socket width defined between a first socket edge proximate the first outer edge and a second socket edge proximate the second outer edge. A ratio of the socket width to a thickness of the base plate is between 6.31 and 7.84. | 12-18-2014 |
20150008300 | VEHICLE CAMERA-SECURING ASSEMBLY - A video monitoring system is configured to be secured to a portion of a vehicle. The system may include a vehicle camera-securing assembly that includes a securing bracket including a plurality of walls defining a camera chamber, and at least one camera-securing member. The system may also include a camera positioned within the camera chamber. The camera is securely retained within the camera chamber by the at least one camera-securing member. | 01-08-2015 |
20150060622 | SUPPORT BRACKET - A support bracket includes a housing, a driving member, a first linking member, a gear mechanism, a first engaging member, a second linking member and a second engaging member. The housing has a guiding rail and a through hole. The driving member has a driving portion and a first rack portion, and the driving portion is exposed out of the housing. The first linking member has a second rack portion and an engaging groove. The gear mechanism meshes with the first rack portion and the second rack portion. The first engaging member has a guiding portion and a first engaging portion, and the guiding portion is disposed in the guiding rail. Opposite ends of the second linking member are pivotally connected to the first linking member and the first engaging member, respectively. The second engaging member has a second engaging portion. | 03-05-2015 |
20150108310 | MOUNTING DRIVER FOR UNDERMOUNTED SINKS - A mounting driver for undermounting a sink to a support surface includes a support bar shaped and dimensioned for positioning between an underside of the sink and a wall of a cabinet at an angular orientation relative to the wall. The support bar includes a first end and a second end. The mounting driver also includes a mounting bracket shaped and dimensioned for fixed attachment to the wall of the cabinet, the mounting bracket including a recess shaped and dimensioned to receive the second end of support bar. With the first end of the support bar pressed against the underside of the sink, the second end of the support bar is secured within the mounting bracket rigidly secured to the wall of the cabinet. | 04-23-2015 |
20150115121 | SURGICAL SPONGE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A surgical sponge dispensing system facilitates the accurate counting of surgical sponges used in a medical procedure. An elongated flexible strip of material carries a plurality of surgical sponges, each attached to the elongated flexible strip of material at a respective fixed location. Demarcations on the elongated flexible strip of material can provide an accurate and reliable indication of the number of surgical sponges detached from the elongated flexible strip of material. Additionally, each of the plurality of surgical sponges and the corresponding attachment location of the sponge to the elongated flexible strip of material may carry a unique alphanumeric identifier. Reconciling the alphanumeric identifiers at locations on the elongated flexible strip of material during a medical procedure can provide an accurate and reliable count of the number of surgical sponges used during the procedure. | 04-30-2015 |
20150136929 | Expansion Joint Bracket - An expansion joint bracket retains an expansion joint board in a concrete installation. The expansion joint bracket may include a base member having multiple nail holes for securing the bracket to the earth (or sand or gravel put down prior to pouring concrete there upon). First and second board support members may run perpendicular to the base and parallel to each other to hold the expansion joint board in place. Gussets, typically triangular shaped gussets, extend from the board support members to the base member. The expansion joint brackets may be disposed every 12-24 inches on the expansion joint board and concrete may be poured over the expansion joint brackets. | 05-21-2015 |
20150294604 | Toy display frame with restickable surface - A toy display frame that allows users to attach and detach small toys over and over again to its restickable surface with no modification to the toys themselves. The frame allows users to better organize and display small toys. Users can also hang the display with their small toys attached to it. | 10-15-2015 |
20160052395 | Method for producing an instrument panel support - The present invention relates to a method for producing an instrument panel support comprising a receiver for an attachment, in particular a head-up display, wherein the instrument panel support is configured as an elongated component extending in the motor vehicle transverse direction, characterized by the following method steps:
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