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Class 248/131 - Rotating, vertical axis


Subclass of Class 248 - Supports
Definition: Supports in which the receptacle is rotatable about a vertical
No. of patents: 78
Last issue date: 05/31/2011


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NumberTitleIssue Date
7950610Display base including torque limiter and torque limiter
A display base including a torque limiter capable of inhibiting the number of components from increase and the torque limiter are obtained. This display base includes a driving source turning a display screen portion and a transmission gear portion for transmitting ...
05/31/2011
7837159Positioning mechanism and display device using the same
A positioning mechanism and a display device using the same are provided. The positioning mechanism comprises a fixed frame, a first buckling element, a second buckling element and a rotary component. The first buckling element is fixed to a first position of the fi...
11/23/2010
7669810Revolving position device
A variable revolving position device capable of facilitating revolving as well as providing a stable support for the display device at the same time. The variable revolving position device comprises a base, a revolving axle and a normal force providing device. The b...
03/02/2010
7367423Speaker assembly with aiming device
A speaker assembly aimable relative to a remote target. The speaker assembly comprising a sound generating device configured to project sound in a sound pattern about a sound axis. A speaker aiming device is coupled to the sound generating device for use in visually...
05/06/2008
7344113Tool holder having a clamping hole
A tool holder includes a base body having a through hole and a tubular clamp rotatable between first and second positions. The tubular clamp has a plurality of axially extending split parts which extend through the through hole and which define a clamping hole to cl...
03/18/2008
7341377Cylindrical container bags
Tank tote bags for storing cylinders such as diving tanks, welding tanks, and medical tanks such as oxygen tanks, in separate compartments that can be arranged in either vertical upright positions or horizontal laid down positions. One bag version has two tanks that...
03/11/2008
7314203Base for vanity mirror or other small object with enhanced stability and rotational ability
This invention is directed toward a base for a top object such as a vanity mirror or other small object with enhanced stability and rotational capabilities. The invention is also easy to manufacture, take apart and put back together, and repair as it has only one sc...
01/01/2008
7249704Mailbox multi-position support system
A mailbox multi-position support system for efficiently providing easy and safe access to mailboxes. The mailbox multi-position support system generally includes a first support member attached to a mailbox post, a rotating member rotatably attached to a first upper...
07/31/2007
7204501Universal stowable step
A universal retractable step for use with the trailer hitch receptacle on automotive vehicles, wherein the step is movable from a stowed position to a utility position while remaining in the same horizontal plane. The step is readily adaptable to fit different trail...
04/17/2007
7195146Deflector mailbox support system
In a preferred embodiment, an apparatus, including: a generally horizontal support tray to support a mailbox; a post interface bracket for attachment to a mailbox support post; a spring attached to said generally horizontal support tray and said post interface brack...
03/27/2007
7163141Detachable box and assembly
A detachable box assembly designed to allow for the quick-release of a box from a box receiving surface. The assembly consists of two slidably secured attachment plates configured to be attached to the base of a box and the support of the receiving surface post. The...
01/16/2007
7032811Rotatable mailbox with flexible support
A mailbox assembly having a rotatable mailbox attached to a flexible support for securing said assembly within the ground. The support includes a rod having a top end and a bottom end. The support also includes a bottom support plate positioned on the ground surface...
04/25/2006
7014199Adjustable multiple container deployment cart
A sack cart comprising a frame adapted to support at least two sacks, where the frame is rotatable about a central axis passing through the frame, a rotation mechanism is coupled between the frame and a support surface that enables the frame to be rotated about the ...
03/21/2006
6997425Stand, in particular for a surgical microscope
The invention concern a stand, in particular for a surgical microscope, in which provision can be made, by means of adjustment devices on the stand itself and not on the stand foot (2), for the pivot axis (30) of the carrier arm (11) to be plumb...
02/14/2006
6962271Dispensing system for returnable bulk containers
A dispensing system for returnable bulk shipping containers and more particularly to a apparatus and method for selectively emptying the contents of bulk containers which, when emptied, can be returned to the supplier for refilling. The apparatus comprises a hoist h...
11/08/2005
6959901Rotatable book or file holder device
A rotatable book holder includes a housing having a chamber to rotatably receive a rotary member which has a number of holes. A pole includes a lower portion secured to the rotary member, and a plate is secured to an upper portion of the pole and includes a number o...
11/01/2005
6953179Refined holder structure
A refined holder structure is provided. The refined holder structure mainly includes a base having at lest one or more prop to surround thereof, wherein one of the prop is designed to be a socket with an extended line for supplying the power, and a hole mounted on a...
10/11/2005
6863252Display device support system
A display monitor support system comprising a vertical post (3) on which an arm (2) is pivotally mounted. The vertical position of the arm (2) relative to the post (3) can be adjusted by fitting an O-ring into one of several annular reces...
03/08/2005
6659484Stowable steps
Vehicle-mountable steps with platforms which have stowed and operational (deployed) positions. A latch mechanism positively locks the platform in the selected position. The step is designed for vehicles equipped with a ball-and-receiver type of trailer hi...
12/09/2003
6648289Mechanism for horizontal adjustability of operator panel on scanner
A mechanism which achieves positional flexibility of a heavy operator console in the horizontal plane, improving ergonomics while avoiding mechanical and safety-related problems arising from moving the operator console relative to a main unit of a scanner...
11/18/2003
6560794Rise assist apparatus
A rise assist apparatus comprising a handrail in the form of a convoluted section attached to a vertical pole, and stabilized by a bed frame attachment member and a floor contacting base frame. Alternatively, the rise assist apparatus may be wall mounted,...
05/13/2003
6536721Revolving support stand with electrical power outlet
A revolving support stand for an ornamental display including a base having a housing and a trunk holder that is seated in a top opening of the base and includes an electrical outlet. An electrical motor is located in the base and provides a drive force t...
03/25/2003
6494421Cylindrical actuator
Actuator, especially suited for an actuating mechanism for parabolic and other reflector dishes. The actuator comprises two co-axial cylinders (8, 12). A helical guideway (10) is provided on the outer surface of the inner cylinder (12) or the inner surfac...
12/17/2002
6491265Self locking bi-directional lock/release fixture
Invention provides a self latching, object-holding fixture designed to release a held object whenever the object is turned slightly in either direction. Fixture has a shaped housing and the object to be held has a mated opening of a similar matching shape...
12/10/2002
6448893Multifunction display arrangement for a motor vehicle
A multipurpose display arrangement for a motor vehicle includes an electronic display device for displaying information and at least one control element. The multipurpose display arrangement is located in an aperture in the vehicle instrument panel in the...
09/10/2002
6338464Base assembly of indifferent equilibrium
A base assembly of indifferent equilibrium. The base assembly includes a stationary member, a rotatable member and a constant-force spring. The rotatable member is rotatably mounted on the stationary member. The constant-force spring member has an end por...
01/15/2002
6164527Automatic variable position mailbox
A variable position mailbox comprising an automatically controlled mailbox support structure for translating a mailbox through a series of preset positions including a night storage position, a mail delivery position, and a mail pick-up position such that...
12/26/2000
6123310Motorcycle turnabout
A support structure including a turntable, support platform, and a set of ramps. The ramps and support platform provide support for a two-wheeled vehicle. The entire apparatus swivels using a turntable at 360°, and the apparatus also has a set of retract...
09/26/2000
6102355Motion imparting support for CRT monitors and similar devices
A support device for imparting repetitive motion to items such as a computer monitor. The device has a support base connected to drive means which impart either a reciprocal, an up-and-down or both motions to the support to induce relief and therapy to th...
08/15/2000
5944896Adjustable support for print screens
A device for adjustably supporting a print screen during application of emulsion includes an upright stand assembly which is adapted to permit vertical adjustment of the position of a print screen mounted on a screen frame support rack on the device. A sc...
08/31/1999
5941455Swiveling mail box stand
A mailbox stand is provided including a vertical post with a bottom end mounted within a shoulder of a road. Also included is a horizontal rod mounted on the vertical post and adapted to rotate about a vertical axis. Next provided is a mail box mounted on...
08/24/1999
5881950Rotary materials organizer
In order to provide a sturdy yet inexpensive rotary corrugated box, the box includes a corrugated base having an upstanding corrugated side wall, each having an inner surface and an outer surface to define a box-like enclosure. A rigid insert is disposed ...
03/16/1999
5873557Device for supporting objects so as to be rotatable about an axis of rotation
The invention relates to a device for supporting objects (1) so as to be rotatable about an axis of rotation (2), particularly, display devices in motor vehicles. The object of realizing such a device which is simple and cheap and which enables the object...
02/23/1999
5794908Wheelchair fishing pivot
A method and apparatus for pivotably mounting a wheelchair to a platform includes a pivot assembly pivotally connected onto the platform, the assembly including a connecting mechanism releasably interconnecting a portion of the wheelchair with a platform ...
08/18/1998
5761844Fishing rod holder
A fishing rod holder having a base, a fishing rod holding tube pivotally mounted on the base, a one-way movable connection located between the base and the fishing rod holding tube for holding the fishing rod holding tube against movement to a more horizo...
06/09/1998
5709361Fan support member
A fan support member (100) includes first (102) and second (104) cantilevered members extending from base member (116). In one embodiment, each of the cantilevered members (102 and 104) includes at least one retention member (106, 108, 110 and 112) which ...
01/20/1998
5699989Mailbox mounting device which returns to its original position after side impact
A mailbox mounting device which returns to its original position after side impact being comprised substantially of a horizontal mounting member, a base plate, a cylindrical cap, a spacer mounting plate, and resilient means for retarding the said cylindri...
12/23/1997
5697588Adjustable display mount
A display mount is provided for adjustably supporting a display on a foundation. The mount includes a base fixedly mountable to the foundation, and including a pintle extending upwardly, and an upwardly open race extending radially outwardly from the pint...
12/16/1997
5660361Rotary device for supporting receptacles
In a rotary device for supporting a receptacle having at least three support arms connected in a star-shaped configuration, the support arms are extensible to permit an easy adaptation to different diameters of the receptacle. A fixing device is attached ...
08/26/1997
5655742Beverage holder
A beverage holder is disclosed, which holder comprising a base rotatably secured to a body, where the base is removable receivable in a standard beverage tray or rack. In a preferred embodiment, the body is eccentrically attached vis-a-vis the base so as ...
08/12/1997
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