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Class 248/444 - Body supported


Subclass of Class 248 - Supports
Definition: Device including means for supporting it from or upon some
No. of patents: 90
Last issue date: 07/19/2011


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NumberTitleIssue Date
7980526Portable inclinating desk for notebook computers
A portable desk for use in home and office environments for comfortably and conveniently supporting a portable computer or other electronic device on the lap or knees of a user. The desk has an upper surface on which the computer rests. The desk is supported on the ...
07/19/2011
7578491Device for recording notations and related method
Device and related method for supporting a writing surface adapted to receive written information, the device comprising a base portion comprising a substantially planar surface which includes a writing surface and a clip portion attached to the base portion for sec...
08/25/2009
7546995Device for recording notations and related method of use
Device and related method for supporting a writing surface adapted to receive written information, the device comprising a base portion comprising a substantially planar surface which includes a writing surface and a clip portion attached to the base portion for sec...
06/16/2009
7334768Collapsible music book stand
Apparatus 10 discloses a collapsible desk top music book stand which includes hinged panels movable into an erect assembly with a pair of posts 36 and hole 38 forming releasable assembly securement. When in use, the music book stand 10 is...
02/26/2008
7327562Laptop computer case
A laptop computer case. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are a laptop computer case comprising a housing (the housing defines a top portion, bottom portion, front, back, left side, and right side), and legs coupled to the bottom portion of the housing (...
02/05/2008
7322063Combination notebook computer support and cushion
A cushioning and support device includes a unitary member having a predetermined size, a pair of cavities formed in a first surface of such unitary member for ergonomic engagement with at least one portion of a human body and a plurality of longitudinal grooves form...
01/29/2008
7275724Laptop computer support platform
A laptop computer support platform including a rigid, multilayered assembly with a thermal insulator disposed between a generally planar upper side and a lower side defined by the assembly for reducing heat transference from a computer adapted to be supported on the...
10/02/2007
7273153Baseball bat and helmet rack
Apparatus 10 discloses a device having means for mounting to a structure, such as a chain link fence, providing means for hanging a baseball bat 12 and a baseball helmet 14 therefrom. The support 10 has a general planar N-shape providing ...
09/25/2007
7243883Bracket for retaining wires
An apparatus includes a bracket (110) that has at least one retainer (136) disposed on a first side of the bracket (110) and a mounting mechanism (134) disposed on a second side of the bracket (110) such that the mounting mechanism...
07/17/2007
7240623Foam desk
The disclosure describes is a portable activity surface with foam construction with various utilitarian features and configurations. ...
07/10/2007
7219437Laser guided work device
A laser guided work device including a work board having a work surface, a line producing laser projecting a line on the work surface, and a linear motion device engaging the laser to the work board. The linear motion device translates the laser relative to the work...
05/22/2007
7207540Portable support for laptop computer
A support for supporting a laptop computer has a top tray in cooperation with but not attached to a bottom tray. The top tray is moveable from an inclined working position to a flat storage position. The top tray has a top base having a lip proximal one end. The bot...
04/24/2007
7204193Holding apparatus, which can be placed on a table and is also mobile, for a work aid
The mobile holding apparatus has a support plate which has an upper side with a work surface and a lower side and is mounted height-adjustably on a stand. The stand is free-standing and the support plate has a guide with which it is guided on the stand. A gas spring...
04/17/2007
7201353Adjustable lectern system
A adjustable lectern system for facilitating adjustment and movement according to the particular needs of various sequential users. The adjustable lectern system includes a base portion designed for resting upon a horizontal support surface and having a relatively b...
04/10/2007
7175234Foldable safety rail
A foldable safety rail includes at least one fixing seat attachable to a wall, and at least one armrest body pivotally mounted on the at least one fixing seat. Thus, the armrest frame of the armrest body is located at the horizontal state rigidly and stably when in ...
02/13/2007
7168672Multifunctional support rack
A support rack includes a support plate, a support stand, a locking member, a pen holder, an indication member, and two auxiliary clips. Thus, the support rack functions as a clipboard, a book rack, an exhibition rack, a price indication rack, a pen holder or the li...
01/30/2007
7152840Book holder
A book holder removably attachable to a vehicle or structure such as a stroller, walker, wheelchair or car seat for mobile applications. The book holder for holding a book or drawing surface in a usable position thereon for by the occupant of the vehicle. The book h...
12/26/2006
7121587Wearable book
A wearable book. A wearable book, comprising a plurality of pages and a loop adapted for encircling a body portion for attaching said pages to the body, is provided. The pages are preferably bound together at one edge and preferably are of substantially the same siz...
10/17/2006
7118080Multi-functional adjustable computer support stand
The present invention discloses a multifunctional adjustable computer support stand designed for disabled users. The present invention includes a movable base used to accommodate a computer host; two swing rods, formed on the bottom of the base; a retractable rod; a...
10/10/2006
7108234Keyboard support device and method
A keyboard support device provides a user with ergonomic positioning of the hands during keyboarding to prevent ailments such as carpal tunnel syndrome. The support device provides surfaces to receive a keyboard and mouse. Wedge shaped inserts can be used to alter t...
09/19/2006
7096544Wrap-it
An organizational device devised for the wrapping of articles. The device includes an elongate continuous elastic loop fabric strap. A hook fastener is imported at one end of the strap. The hook fastener is attachable to the strap at any location therealong. Once at...
08/29/2006
7073449Seat supported reading tray
A reading tray for mounting on an aircraft seat includes: (a) a substantially planar top side and bottom side; the top side being substantially parallel to the opposite, bottom side; (b) a space in the center of the top side extending partially through the tray; (c)...
07/11/2006
7044425Integrated keyboard platform and document support
An integrated keyboard platform and document support includes a base and a keyboard support member having an upper surface. The keyboard support member is movably mounted to the base to provide adjustment through a plurality of positions of the keyboard support memb...
05/16/2006
6981682Support device for displaying individual books or similar items
A support device for displaying individual objects, such as books in a readable position, comprises a backrest having a substantially planar upper portion having an upper edge and a substantially curved lower portion comprising a cradle having a free edge. A support...
01/03/2006
6969037Display platform
A desktop organizer including a curvilinear support having an integral locking groove including at least one retaining slot and an attachment means formed contiguous to the support and aligned with the at least one retaining slot is disclosed. The desktop organizer ...
11/29/2005
6962311Platform for computer input device
A platform for a computer input device includes a deck having a top surface on which an associated data input device can be selectively positioned and a bottom surface. Also provided is a base having a top surface, and a bottom surface that rests on a user's thigh. ...
11/08/2005
6935659Non-skid attachment for writing pad
A pouch or holder has a friction-enhanced surface. The pouch has an opening to receive a cardboard backing of a writing pad. The sheets of paper of the writing pad overlie the upper surface of the pouch. The friction-enhanced material is located at the lower surface...
08/30/2005
6889950Portable music stand top and case combined
A portable music stand intended for tabletop use with adaptability to a tripod support base is provided. The stand has the integral capacity to store orchestral size music scores as well as accessories. Its design provides means to transport a tripod support base, w...
05/10/2005
6663072Lap stabilization device
A lap stabilization device includes a support tray, and at least one strap which is routed around and removably secured to the legs of a seated person to provide a stabilized work surface. The stabilized work surface can be used to secure a laptop compute...
12/16/2003
6648282Platform for computer input device
A platform for a computer input device includes a deck having a top surface on which an associated data input device can be selectively positioned and a bottom surface. Also provided is a base having a top surface, and a bottom surface that rests on a use...
11/18/2003
6648284Flat tub mail positional orientation justification insert
A justification insert block is adapted to be inserted into a flat mail sorting or storage container, bin, or tub and comprises an upper planar surface which is downwardly inclined from a first corner region toward a second diagonally opposite corner regi...
11/18/2003
6527247Article support stand
An article support stand especially for use with a computer monitor. The article support stand has two adjustable, pivotable feet that are positioned adjacent to the monitor's base and are held down by anchors that are slidable along the feet. Each of the...
03/04/2003
6527243Folding article holder
The present invention describes a foldable device useful for supporting an article, such as a book. The foldable device may be unfolded to a convenient size and locked into a firm position to support an article such as a book. When not in use the foldable...
03/04/2003
6499766Media folder improvements
A media folder or book binder provided with a rotor having elastic bands stretched between pins on its opposite ends has mounting brackets which are mechanically fastened to the spine of the folder. The brackets have trunnions facing inwardly toward the o...
12/31/2002
6496360Laptop portable computer desk
A portable computer laptop desk is provided when attached to a structure that in turn is supported on web strapping that passes over the upper legs of the operator when in the seated position. The strapping is attached to foldable and telescopable side an...
12/17/2002
6471174Graphic arts station
An adjustable easel is described that may be used by multiple persons and that may be modified according to the preferences of a user. The easel includes a plurality of vertical supports connected to each other. Holes are spaced apart along the length of ...
10/29/2002
6353530Method for supporting a laptop computer base
A method for supporting a base of a laptop computer on a user's lap. The base may have a lower surface with two concave depressions that extend from a forward edge to a rear edge of the base. The depressions are spaced apart from one another and configure...
03/05/2002
6329583Carrier assembly for percussion instruments
Drum hardware and drum secured thereon are preferably supported on a vest type carrier or a T-bar carrier having a plurality of separate parts removable from each other and formed of a rigid light metal such as magnesium, aluminum or titanium. Special pad...
12/11/2001
6323407Carrier assembly for percussion instruments
Drum hardware and drum secured thereon are preferably supported on a vest type carrier or a T-bar carrier having a plurality of separate parts removable from each other and formed of a rigid light material such as plastic or a light metal such as magnesiu...
11/27/2001
6283432Book holder with optional swivel base
A book holder in which an open book may be placed and held in the cavity created by the positioning of an angled back piece, end pieces and front tabs joined to a solid bottom piece upon which the lower edge of the book rests with the open pages loosely s...
09/04/2001
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