Handhabungsvorrichtung zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs

Handhabungsvorrichtung zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs (60), insbesondere an einer Prüfeinrichtung, mit Positionierungsmitteln (30), durch die der Testkopf (60) im Raum positionierbar ist; einer Halterung (40), an welcher der Testkopf (60) befestigbar ist und die mit den Positionierungsmitteln (30) verbunden ist, und einem Nachgiebigkeitsmodul (10); wobei die Halterung (40) zwei Seitenarme (41) aufweist, zwischen denen der Testkopf (60) einspannbar ist; wobei die Seitenarme (41) jeweils mit wenigstens einer Befestigungsplatte (42, 46) versehen sind, an welcher der Testkopf (60) befestigt ist und die bewegbar gelagert ist; wobei mittels dem Nachgiebigkeitsmodul (10) die Befestigungsplatte (42, 46) entgegen der Wirkung einer Rückstellkraft zwischen einer ersten Stellung (I) und einer zweiten Stellung (II) bewegbar ist und wobei das Nachgiebigkeitsmodul (10) ein Gehäuse (11), das an dem Seitenarm (41) befestigt ist, eine Innenhülse (18), die verschiebbar in dem Gehäuse (11) gelagert und ...

Stereotactic drive system

STEREOTACTIC DRIVE SYSTEM

A drive system for controlling movement of an elongate member includes a base unit having a first rotatable knob and a second rotatable knob, a follower assembly including a follower slidably coupled to a guide rail, a longitudinal movement wire, and a rotational movement wire. The follower includes a longitudinal movement pulley, a rotational movement pulley, and an alignment element structured to receive an elongate member such that the elongate member is attachable thereto. The longitudinal movement wire operably couples the first rotatable knob to the longitudinal movement pulley such that rotation of the first knob drives the follower in a longitudinal direction along the guide rail. The rotational movement wire operably couples the second rotatable knob to the rotational movement pulley such that rotation of the second knob rotates the alignment element and attached elongate member.

Manual silicon wafer conveying manipulator

DISPOSITIF DE SERRAGE POUR LA FIXATION DE PIECES, PLUS PARTICULIEREMENT PENDANT DES TRAVAUX DE SOUDAGE

Outillage. Dispositif de serrage pour la fixation de pièces au moyen de plusieurs organes de préhension permettant de bloquer la pièce dans différentes positions. Le dispositif est monté à rotation sur un pied pourvu d'un plateau servant d'établi. Facile à manipuler, ce dispositif est plus particulièrement approprié aux travaux de soudage.

Robotic ARM

In an embodiment, a robotic arm includes: a base; at least one link secured to the base; a gripper secured to the at least one link, wherein: the gripper comprises a finger, the gripper is configured to secure a wafer while the at least one link is in motion, and the gripper is configured to release the wafer while the at least one link is stopped, a sensor disposed on the finger, the sensor configured to collect sensor data characterizing the robotic arm's interaction with a semiconductor processing chamber while the wafer is secured using the finger.

МАНИПУЛЯЦИОННАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ГЕРМЕТИЧНЫХ КАМЕР

Полезная модель относится к машиностроению, а именно к робототехническим системам, предназначенным для работы в герметичных камерах на предприятиях атомной промышленности. Манипулятор содержит пульт управления и соединенный с ним кабельной связью исполнительный орган манипулятора, расположенный внутри герметичной камеры и имеющий шесть последовательно соединенных звеньев с электроприводами и активный схват. Исполнительный орган размещен на плите, которая закреплена на вертикальной стойке внутри герметичной камеры и выполнена с возможностью перемещения вдоль стойки, поворота вокруг ее оси и осуществления наклона относительно собственной горизонтальной оси посредством электроприводов. Пульт управления выполнен с одним семистепенным джойстиком для управления исполнительным органом манипулятора одной рукой человека-оператора. Полезная модель обеспечивает расширение функциональных возможностей манипуляторов, упрощение операций управления и, как следствие, сокращение времени проведения данных ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПОЗИЦИОНИРОВАНИЯ ИНСТРУМЕНТА В ОТСЕКЕ

Устройство включает опору 12, соединенную со средствами 28, 30 для крепления на стенке отсека 26 в области отверстия 24, и средство 32 для опоры на дно отсека 26, а также манипулятор с дистанционным управлением 14, состоящий из шарнирной стрелы, которая присоединена одним своим концом к фланцу настила, который несет опора 12. Фланец настила включает двигательные средства с дистанционным управлением и направляющие средства, предназначенные для взаимодействия с направляющими средствами и средствами для приведения в движение опоры 12 для движения фланца настила внутрь отсека 26 между позицией рядом с отверстием 24 и дистанционной позицией.

EXTENSTION TOOLING APPARATUS

An extension tooling apparatus can include a delivery portion and a control portion. The delivery portion can include a base element mountable to a fixed surface, an arm pivotably coupled to the base element, and a tool attachment coupled to a tool end of the arm. The control portion can include a shank, a tip member joined to a tip end of the shank, and a collar adjacent a distal end of the tip member. The collar can support the tool attachment of the delivery portion so that positioning of the tool attachment is controllable by movement of the shank. The extension tooling apparatus can be useful for manipulating nuts, bolts, and other hardware from a distance.

TOOL POSITIONING ASSEMBLY

A tool positioning assembly for use inside a steam generator. A loading tool assembly removably attachable to a support base is used to insert the support base into the steam generator through a manway opening. The support base is removably attached to the steam generator at the manway. A retractable foot assembly pivotally attached to the support base stabilizes the support base inside the steam generator. A track assembly removably attachable to the support base after removal of the loading tool assembly receives an arm. A driven cogwheel on the waist of the manipulator engages a rack on the track assembly and support base for selectively driving and positioning the arm thereon. A tool coupling mounted on the arm is adapted to receive remotely controlled tools. The four degree-of-freedom movement of the arm provides access to all tubes in the tubesheet and allows mounting of tools outside the steam generator.

Current-alternating mechanical arm of electric car

CHAIN MOTION TRANSMISSION BETWEEN ACTUATORS AND A PEDESTAL MEMBER FOR DRIVING A MOVABLE MEMBER

L'invention concerne une chaîne de transmission de mouvement comprenant un socle (640) d'organe d'entraînement (24, 24') d'un élément mobile (15', 15''), trois actionneurs (610, 620, 630) pilotant le socle (640) de l'organe d'entraînement (24, 24') respectivement selon trois directions (Y, X, Z) de translation orthogonales les unes aux autres, par l'intermédiaire de trois interfaces (612, 622, 632) respectives avec le socle (640) de l'organe d'entraînement (24, 24'), l'intersection des surfaces moyennes des trois interfaces (612, 622, 632) étant localisée en région centrale du socle (640) de l'organe d'entraînement (24, 24').

Electronic test head positioner for test systems

Гидроманипулятор

MANIPULATOR

A chain-type guiding rail structure

Манипулятор

Изобретение относится к области машиностроения и может быть использовано для механизации и автоматизации основных и вспомогательных операций технологических цроцессов. Целью изобретения является повьшение точности позиционирования и расширение технологических возможностей за 12 (Л 00 ас со Г) 4 ...

Handling device for positioning test head in e.g. device holder, has horizontal slide adjusted in horizontal transverse direction, and swivel arm arranged at slide, where holder is arranged at arm and guiding rail is arranged at girder

The device has a positioning unit with a column (20) extended in a vertical direction and arranged in a base frame in a horizontal longitudinal direction. A horizontal slide is adjusted in a horizontal transverse direction. A swivel arm (40) is arranged at the slide and is rotatable around an axis that is extended into the vertical direction, where a holder (50) is arranged at the swivel arm and a guiding rail is arranged at a girder.

Handling device for positioning test head in e.g. device handler, has plate with support point that is movable against effect of resetting force between staring position and end position relative to support

The device has a holder (30), in which a test head (80) is fastened and connected with a column (20). The holder is connected with a plate (50) that includes a support point (51). The plate is pivotably supported at the support point at an axle (53). The support point is movable against an effect of resetting force between a starting position and an end position relative to a support (40).

Gravity assist system

According to at least one embodiment, a gravity assist system comprises a plurality links and a means for holding at least one tool, wherein the plurality links are configured to permit a user to reposition the at least one tool within a work envelope.

Vorrichtung zum Positionieren eines Werkzeugesin einem von einer öffnung versehenen Wandbegrenzten Gefäss.

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

Hardware turnover device convenient for computer disassembly and repair in case

The invention discloses a hardware turnover device convenient for computer disassembly and repair in a case. The hardware turnover device comprises a fixed bottom plate, an adjusting plate and clamping assemblies, wherein the adjusting plate is arranged on the left side of the fixed bottom plate, and a telescopic rod is arranged in the middle of the right end face of the adjusting plate and the middle of the left end face of the fixed bottom plate and used for adjusting the distance between the fixed bottom plate and the adjusting plate; the clamping assemblies are rotationally installed at the four corners of the left end face of the adjusting plate and used for clamping and fixing a computer mainboard; the outer side face of the right end of the telescopic rod is fixed to the fixed bottom plate through a stabilizing support; an adjusting connector is arranged at the joint of the adjusting plate and the left end of the telescopic rod so that the adjusting plate can quantitatively rotate ...

ELLECTRONIC TEST HEAD POSITIONER FOR TEST SYSTEMS

This system maintains a test head in an unloaded state, in which the influence of the gravity does not exist. A positioner assembly(30), which has a cradle assembly to attach the test head, moves vertically and horizontally to the column(12). A counter weight assembly maintains the positioner assembly in a unloading state. The positioner assembly(30) and the vertical column(12) have more than three parallel vertical shafts. As the positioner assembly spread horizontally, the three shafts support the weight of the assembly, on which the test head is attached. Two of the shafts rotate freely about respective axes and one of two shafts does'nt move vertically to the assembly(30). Copyright 1997 KIPO ...

Surgical robot based on ball-and-socket joint and tactile feedback and control device thereof

... (Figure 1) A surgical robot based on a ball-and-socket joint and tactile feedback is provided. The ball-and-socket joint includes a spherical member and a joint socket. A first roller and a second roller are arranged in the joint socket to drive a three-dimensional rotation of the spherical member in the joint socket. A sensor is arranged in the joint socket to sense the three-dimensional rotation of the spherical member in the joint socket. A first channel tube, a second channel tube and a surgical instrument are arranged sequentially in a center of the spherical member.

GRAVITY ASSIST SYSTEM

According to at least one embodiment, a gravity assist system comprises a plurality links and a means for holding at least one tool, wherein the plurality links are configured to permit a user to reposition the at least one tool within a work envelope.

TOOL POSITIONING ASSEMBLY

CHAIN MOTION TRANSMISSION BETWEEN ACTUATORS AND A PEDESTAL MEMBER FOR DRIVING A MOVABLE MEMBER

Handling device for positioning a test head on a testing device comprises a column, a horizontal carriage, a pivoting arm arranged on the horizontal carriage, and a holder arranged on the pivoting arm

Handling device comprises a column (20) extending in the vertical direction (z), a horizontal carriage (30) arranged in the vertical direction to be adjusted on the column and sliding in a horizontal transverse direction (y), a pivoting arm (40) arranged on the horizontal carriage to pivot about an axis extending in the vertical direction, and a holder (50) arranged on the pivoting arm. Preferred Features: The column is adjustably arranged on a support (10). The support has a supporting beam (11) on which a guiding rail (12) is arranged.

POSITIONER FOR HOLDING A WORKPIECE

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

Device for facilitating positioning, withdrawing and storing protective fabric for protecting car against e.g. snow, has arm positioned in lower position of device, where arm is articulated around axis

Dispositif pour faciliter le positionnement, le retrait et le stockage d'une toile de protection. L'invention concerne un dispositif qui facilite la mise en place, l'évacuation et le stockage d'une toile de protection. Le dispositif est composé d'un support (1) qui est lesté ou fixé sur le sol. Un bras (2) est articulé autour d'un axe (3) dont la chape (4) est partie solidaire du support (1). La position de cette chape (4) est réglable sur le support (1). Du positionnement de la chape (4) dépend la position haute et basse du bras (2). La toile (5) est accrochée à l'extrémité du bras (2). Le dispositif suivant l'invention est plus particulièrement destiné à faciliter le positionnement, le retrait et le stockage d'une toile de protection notamment sur les véhicules.

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

Stereotactic drive system

A drive system for controlling movement of an elongate member includes a base unit having a first rotatable knob and a second rotatable knob, a follower assembly including a follower slidably coupled to a guide rail, a longitudinal movement wire, and a rotational movement wire. The follower includes a longitudinal movement pulley, a rotational movement pulley, and an alignment element structured to receive an elongate member such that the elongate member is attachable thereto. The longitudinal movement wire operably couples the first rotatable knob to the longitudinal movement pulley such that rotation of the first knob drives the follower in a longitudinal direction along the guide rail. The rotational movement wire operably couples the second rotatable knob to the rotational movement pulley such that rotation of the second knob rotates the alignment element and attached elongate member.

Contact prevention multi tool apparatus

A contact prevention multi tool apparatus for allowing manipulation of various object types without direct contact includes a handle having a handle proximal end and a handle distal end. A has a housing proximal side coupled to the handle distal end. The housing defines a main storage compartment and has a main storage aperture extending through a housing left side to the main storage compartment. A main door is coupled to the housing. The main door is slidably engaged with the housing to selectively cover or expose the main storage compartment. An arm is coupled to the housing. The arm is coupled to a housing distal side of the housing. A spherical touch head is coupled to an arm distal end of the arm. A hook is coupled to the arm adjacent the touch head.

Positionierer für elektronische Testköpfe von Testsystemen.

Improvements in or relating to remote operating tools

... 931,442. Handling radio-active material. L. JENKS, and H. S. G. VINER. Aug. 10, 1959 [May 8, 1958], No. 14807/58. Class 39 (4). A manipulator which may be as disclosed in Specification 931,444, and which comprises a cross-part 10 extending over a radio-activity screening wall 3 and having a depending arm 12 carrying jaws 14 and a further arm 13 having handles 15 for operating the jaws, is supported on the top of the wall by a mounting including a carriage 1 slidable along guides 2. The cross-part 10 is slidably and rotatably supported in a carrier 9 having arms 16 pivotally mounted about an axis 17 on an intermediate member 5, the member 5 having legs 6 rigid therewith whereby it is movably connected with the carriage 1 by parallel links 7 pivoted to the carriage at 8. The jaws 14 are moved to an approximate position near to the article to be gripped by sliding the carriage along the guides 2 and sliding the part 10 within the carrier 9. Precise movement of the jaws in a direction towards ...

Cantilevered articulated loading device

An articulated cantilevered loading device comprises an articulated arm 1 with a mounting bracket 2 at a fixed end and a load bracket 5 at a free end, the arm 1 having three of more articulated links 3 with vertical axes of rotation 4. The mounting bracket 2 may include a lead screw device to adjust the vertical position of the arm 1. The articulation points or hinges of the arm 1 may include bearings. The links 3 may be removable from the mounting bracket 2. A component can be located on to the load bracket 5 outside a confined space and then be manipulated into position inside the restricted space whilst the articulated arm 1 supports the full weight of the component.

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

SURGICAL MANIPULATOR FOR A TELEROBOTIC SYSTEM

The invention is directed to manipulator assembly (2) for holding and manipulating a surgical instrument (14) in a telerobotic system. The manipulator assembly includes an instrument holder removably coupled to a drive assembly so that the holder can be sterilized. The assembly further includes a force sensing element (52) mounted distal to the holder and the drive assembly for detecting forces exerted on the surgical instrument and providing feedback to the surgeon. The invention is also directed to a system and method for releasably holding a surgical instrument (14). The system includes an instrument support for automatically locking mounting pins on the instrument within locking slots on the instrument holder to releasably couple the instrument to the holder. With a twist-lock motion, the surgeon can rapidly engage and disengage various instruments from the holder during a surgical procedure, such as open surgery, laparoscopy or thoracoscopy.

Device for positioning tool in enclosure limited by wall traversed by opening

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING A TOOL IN AN ENCLOSURE LIMITED BY A WALL TRAVERSED BY AN OPENING

The device comprises a support (12) equipped with means (28, 30) for fastening on the wall of the enclosure (26) in the area of the opening (24) and means (32) for bearing on a bottom of the enclosure (26) as well as a remote manipulator (14) consisting of an articulated arm which is connected at one of its ends to a floor flange carried by the support (12). The floor flange comprises remote controlled motorising means and guiding means, intended to interact with guiding means and means for driving the support (12) for moving the floor flange inside the enclosure (26) between a position close to the opening (24) and a distant position.

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING A TOOL IN AN ENCLOSURE LIMITED BY A WALL TRAVERSED BY AN OPENING

MOVEMENT ASSISTANCE APPARATUS, E.G., FOR FEEDING, WRITING

An apparatus comprises a main arm having links extending from a ground end to an effector end and allowing movement of the effector end from a first position to a second position, the links including at least a base link adapted to be pivotally connected to a base, and a spacing link pivotally mounted to a free end of the base link and extending to the effector end. A first 4-bar parallelogram has pivot joints at its corners and including the base link of the main arm. A second 4-bar parallelogram has pivot joints at its corners and including the spacing link of the main arm and an effector link at the effector end adapted to support an object. A serial interconnection is between the first 4-bar parallelogram and the second 4-bar parallelogram constraining the effector link to maintaining a constant orientation in at least two rotational degrees of freedom relative to the base.

CHUCKING DEVICE FOR THE FIXING OF PARTS, MORE PARTICULARLY DURING WORK OF WELDING

STEREOTACTIC DRIVE SYSTEM

Handling device for positioning test head of electronic component testing device with positioning components for spatial positioning of test head holder and cooperating setting device

The handling device has positioning components (20,30,40,50) for spatial positioning of a holder (90) for a test head (100), including a plate which is pivoted about a horizontal axis adjacent its top end and coupled to a setting device (60) at its bottom end. The setting device has at least one bolt pressed against the plate and displaced in a horizontal direction orthogonal to the pivot axis between a first position and a second position, against the force of a return spring bias. An independent claim for a setting device for a test head handling device is also included.

Handhabungsgerät

Handhabungsgerät (1) zur Manipulation von Lasten, insbesondere zur handgeführten oder handgestützten Manipulation von Lasten, mit zumindest zwei Drehgelenken (31, 32, 33, 34), welche jeweils ein Führungsglied (50, 50', 50'', 50''', 50'''') und ein Folgeglied (60, 60', 60'', 60''', 60'''') des Handhabungsgeräts gelenkig verbinden, wobei an zumindest zwei Drehgelenken eine Bremse (41, 42, 43) vorgesehen ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass als Bremsen Scheibenbremsen (10) mit Bremsscheibe (13), mindestens einem Bremskolben (12) und mindestens einem Bremssattel (11), insbesondere Bremssattel mit hydraulisch betätigbarem Bremskolben, vorgesehen sind, die mit Öl als Druckmedium (22, 122), insbesondere Mineralöl, für die Herbeiführung eines Zustandswechsels betätigbar sind, und dass ein Bremsgeber zentral angeordnet ist, so dass die zumindest zwei Bremsen zentral betätigbar sind, wobei die Bremsen zwei Zustände einnehmen können, einen ersten Zustand, in welchem sie in gebremster Stellung sind, wobei ...

DREHGESTELL, INSBESONDERE FUER ROBOTER UND MANIPULATOREN

PHYSICOCHEMICAL SAMPLE CONTAINER FIXING APPARATUS

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To hold a container having every diameter by grasping jig and to facilitate the up and down/left and right movement and fixing of an arm. SOLUTION: A grasping jig 6 of a sample container having an arm 7 provided to the leading end thereof is constituted of a pair of finger members 9 and 9 provided to the leading end of the arm 7 in an openable and closable manner through a support shaft 10, a coil spring 12 energizing both finger members 9 and 9 in an open direction on the leading end side of the support shaft of them and a nut member 13 engaged with the rear end sides from the support shaft of both finger members 9 and 9 to expand the finger members 9 and 9. A clamp 8 fixing the arm 7 to a support 4 is constituted of a pipe member 14 having a support through-hole 14a formed thereto in the direction crossing an axial line at a right angle, a lever 15 having a support through-hole 15a formed thereto to be provided to the pipe member 14 in a revolvable manner and a coil ...

Handhabungsvorrichtung zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs, insbesondere an einer Prüfeinrichtung

Eine Handhabungsvorrichtung zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs (40) ist mit einem Positionierungsmittel (20), durch das der Testkopf (40) im Raum bewegbar ist, und mit einer Halterung (30), an welcher der Testkopf (40) befestigbar ist und die mit dem Positionierungsmittel (20) verbunden ist, versehen. Die Handhabungsvorrichtung weist außerdem eine Ausgleichseinrichtung (50) auf, die durch die Masse des Testkopfs (40) belastet werden kann. Das Posi wenigstens eine Antriebsspindel (21), die sich in vertikaler Richtung (z) erstrecken. Die Ausgleichseinrichtung (50) ist mit der Halterung (30) verbunden und kann mittels der Antriebsspindel (21) in der vertikalen Richtung (z) bewegt werden. Die Ausgleichseinrichtung (50) umfasst einen Mitnehmer (65), der mit der Antriebsspindel (21) zusammenwirkt und in der vertikalen Richtung (z) an der Säule (25) geführt ist. Die Ausgleichseinrichtung (50) umfasst darüber hinaus ein Federelement (51), das vorgespannt und an dem Mitnehmer (65) abgestützt ist.

MAGNET WHEEL ASSEMBLY OF ROBOT CAPABLE OF WALKING ON VERTICAL WALL

PURPOSE: A magnet wheel assembly of a robot capable of walking on a vertical wall is provided to be removable from a wall surface easily by adjusting the attractive force as well as to raise the traveling velocity by adopting the wheel type magnet wheel assembly. CONSTITUTION: A couple of corresponding wheel disks(10,20) are made by soft iron or Al. Each inside of the wheel disks has magnet fitting grooves(12,22) for accepting a part of three disk-shaped rare earth magnets(M1). An intermediate disk(30) has magnet through holes(33) for accepting the rare earth magnets. Plural guide pin holes(H1,H2,H3) are punched among shaft holes(14,24,34) in the center, the magnet fitting grooves and the magnet through holes to keep magnetism guide pins therein. The wheel disks are joined with the intermediate disk, and the rare earth magnets are kept therein and fixed by mechanical connecting method of welding, bonding or connecting with screws. The shaft holes in the center have a shaft connected with ...

Compliance module, particularly for a manipulator for positioning a test head, and one such manipulator

A compliance module, particularly for a manipulator for positioning a test head, comprising a housing that is securable to a component. The compliance module furthermore comprises an inner sleeve shiftingly mounted in said housing and axially urged by a spring element, and a pin arranged on said housing and connected to said inner sleeve. A compliance module of such kind provides a precise location on the one hand and a certain compliance achievable of a portion of the manipulator for positioning a test head on the other hand.

MOVEMENT ASSISTANCE APPARATUS, E.G., FOR FEEDING, WRITING

An apparatus comprises a main arm having links extending from a ground end to an effector end and allowing movement of the effector end from a first position to a second position, the links including at least a base link adapted to be pivotally connected to a base, and a spacing link pivotally mounted to a free end of the base link and extending to the effector end. A first 4-bar parallelogram has pivot joints at its corners and including the base link of the main arm. A second 4-bar parallelogram has pivot joints at its corners and including the spacing link of the main arm and an effector link at the effector end adapted to support an object. A serial interconnection is between the first 4-bar parallelogram and the second 4-bar parallelogram constraining the effector link to maintaining a constant orientation in at least two rotational degrees of freedom relative to the base.

HYDRAULIC DEVICE FOR BEARING PIVOTS

Magnetanbring- und Positioniervorrichtung

Magnetanbring- und Positioniervorrichtung (100) zum Positionieren und Befestigen eines Magneten (1) an einem Objekt (2), umfassend:eine Zuführeinheit (5); undeine Befestigungsvorrichtung (10), die an der Zuführeinheit angebracht ist und sich zusammen mit der Zuführeinheit bewegt,wobei die Befestigungsvorrichtung umfasst:eine Trageeinheit (13), die ausgebildet ist, um am Objekt anzuliegen, indem die Trageeinheit gegen das Objekt beaufschlagt wird, und die Zuführeinheit gegen das Objekt abzustützen, indem die Trageeinheit eine entgegen der Beaufschlagungsrichtung wirkende reaktive Kraft überträgt;eine Halteeinheit (15), die sich gegen die Trageeinheit bewegen kann und den Magneten lösbar hält; undeine Antriebseinheit (22; 27), die die Halteeinheit bewegt, damit sich der Magnet dem Objekt in einem Status nähert, in dem die Trageeinheit am Objekt anliegt.

STEREOTACTIC DRIVE SYSTEM

Rotary actuator

Vacuum chuck power -assisted machine hand

Rotation supplementary axis of robot

SELF- BALACING ROTATIVE MODULE

Minimally invasive instrument for robotic surgery

Minimally invasive instrument for robotic surgery including a functional element, a force, torque and/or pressure transmission device for transmitting force, torque and/or pressure from a drive to the functional element, a coupling device for coupling the instrument to a medical robot such that the functional element can be actuated by the drive, wherein an operating element for manually operating the functional element in a state in which the instrument is uncoupled from the medical robot.

Lifting mechanical arm

Central hole supersonic scanning manipulator for rotary mechanical shaft

POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS FOR MOBILE ROBOT

Connection module especially having an air-electric socket seat to drive the wires to perform telescopic movement

The present invention relates to a connection module, which comprises a shaft member which can be rotated in place and can be raised and lowered up and down, the shaft member is wound in a spiral manner by two wires arranged side by side, and the bottom end of the shaft member and the bottom ends of the two wires are connected to an air-electric socket seat, so that when driven by the shaft member, the air-electric socket seat can drive the two wires to perform telescopic movement along the axial direction of the shaft member, or spirally move relative to the axial direction of the shaft member. In this way, the connection module of the present invention effectively simplifies the wiring method of the wire group, thereby saving operating space and reducing the risk of wire breakage.

ELECTROMECHANICAL PORTABLE ASSISTANCE DEVICE

The present invention relates to an electromechanical portable assistance device that generates an automatic opening and closing movement. Use thereof is extended by means of various tools, it being possible to use interchangeable heads. The function thereof is to assist persons who have suffered a loss of manual dexterity in using small tools that require such a movement in order to be used.

Compliance module, particularly for a manipulator for positioning a test head, and one such manipulator

A compliance module, particularly for a manipulator for positioning a test head, comprising a housing that is securable to a component. The compliance module furthermore comprises an inner sleeve shiftingly mounted in said housing and axially urged by a spring element, and a pin arranged on said housing and connected to said inner sleeve. A compliance module of such kind provides a precise location on the one hand and a certain compliance achievable of a portion of the manipulator for positioning a test head on the other hand.

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING A TOOL IN AN ENCLOSURE LIMITED BY A WALL TRAVERSED BY AN OPENING

The device comprises a support (12) equipped with means (28, 30) for fastening on the wall of the enclosure (26) in the area of the opening (24) and means (32) for bearing on a bottom of the enclosure (26) as well as a remote manipulator (14) consisting of an articulated arm which is connected at one of its ends to a floor flange carried by the support (12). The floor flange comprises remote controlled motorising means and guiding means, intended to interact with guiding means and means for driving the support (12) for moving the floor flange inside the enclosure (26) between a position close to the opening (24) and a distant position.

Compliance module for use in manipulator, has housing axially urged by spring unit that causes restoring force in axial direction of module and pin arranged on housing and connected to sleeve

The module has a housing that is securable to a component and an inner sleeve (18) shiftingly mounted in the housing. The housing is axially urged by a spring unit (25) that causes restoring force in axial direction of the module. A pin (14) is arranged on the housing and connected to the sleeve. The sleeve comprises a female thread provided with a slaving unit and the pin has a threaded portion mating with the female thread. An independent claim is also included for a manipulator comprising a compliance module.

Devices for the Support of Tools

A positionable tool support device is mounted near a work surface for supporting a tool for a user. The tool support device includes a surface mount to secure the tool support device to a support surface. A gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly is coupled to and extends from the surface mount. The gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly is selectively adjustable about both vertical and horizontal axes. A rigid support extension is coupled to the gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly for selective rotation relative to the gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly. A flexible tensile member is coupled to and extends, in a relaxed state, vertically downward from the rigid support extension. The tensile member is coupled to the tool. 1. A positionable tool support device , configured to be mounted near a work surface for supporting a tool for a user , comprising:a surface mount configured to secure the tool support device to a support surface;a gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly coupled to and extending from the surface mount, said gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly being selectively adjustable about both vertical and horizontal axes relative to the surface mount;a support extension coupled to the gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly; anda flexible tensile member coupled to and extending, in a relaxed state, vertically downward from the rigid support extension, wherein the tensile member is configured to be coupled to the tool.2. The positionable tool support device of claim 1 , wherein the support extension is selectively rotatable relative to the gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly.3. The positionable tool support device of claim 1 , wherein said rigid support extension extends above the user of the tool support device.4. The positionable tool support device of claim 1 , wherein the gravity-balancing articulated arm assembly extends upward from the surface mount.5. The positionable tool support device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Handhabungsvorrichtung, insbesondere zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs an einer Prüfeinrichtung

Handhabungsvorrichtung, insbesondere zum Positionieren eines Testkopfs (60) an einer Prüfeinrichtung, mit Positionierungsmitteln, durch die der Testkopf (60) im Raum positionierbar ist, und einer Halterung (50), die mit den Positionierungsmitteln verbunden ist und an welcher der Testkopf (60) befestigbar ist, wobei die Positionierungsmittel umfassen: a. eine Säule (20), die sich in vertikaler Richtung (z) erstreckt und um eine sich in der vertikalen Richtung (z) erstreckende Achse drehbar an einem Untergestell (10) angeordnet ist; b. einen ersten Horizontalschlitten (30), der in der vertikalen Richtung (z) verstellbar an der Säule (20) angeordnet und in einer ersten horizontalen Richtung (x) verschiebbar ist, und c. einen zweiten Horizontalschlitten (40), der um eine horizontale Schwenkachse (44) schwenkbar an dem ersten Horizontalschlitten (30) angeordnet und in einer zweiten horizontalen Richtung (y), die sich orthogonal zu der ersten horizontalen Richtung (x) erstreckt, verschiebbar ...

Article movement auxiliary device

STEREOTACTIC DRIVE SYSTEM

A drive system for controlling movement of an elongate member includes a base unit having a first rotatable knob and a second rotatable knob, a follower assembly including a follower slidably coupled to a guide rail, a longitudinal movement wire, and a rotational movement wire. The follower includes a longitudinal movement pulley, a rotational movement pulley, and an alignment element structured to receive an elongate member such that the elongate member is attachable thereto. The longitudinal movement wire operably couples the first rotatable knob to the longitudinal movement pulley such that rotation of the first knob drives the follower in a longitudinal direction along the guide rail. The rotational movement wire operably couples the second rotatable knob to the rotational movement pulley such that rotation of the second knob rotates the alignment element and attached elongate member.

Handling device e.g. manipulator, for use in e.g. wafer tester, has two joint arms with two ends that are flexibly connected with fastener and horizontal slide, respectively, and guide rail to move column that is adjusted by locking lever

The device has a positioning unit to position a test head (60) and a fastener (50) that is connected with the unit to fasten the head. The unit has a column (20) extending in a vertical direction and a horizontal slide (30) that is arranged at the column adjustable in the vertical direction and is transverse in a horizontal direction. Two joint arms (70) have two ends (71, 72) that are flexibly connected with the fastener and the slide, respectively. A guide rail (12) is arranged on a girder (11) to move the column that is adjusted by a locking lever in a given position to a base frame (10).

Assistance mechanical arm for chemical-mechanical polishing machine

Carton conveying device

ROBOT BASE UNIT, ROBOT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING ROBOT BASE UNIT

A robot base unit (100) is disclosed which includes a tower unit (110), a table unit (120) coupled to the tower unit (110) for supporting a robot manipulator (200) having six rotation axes, and a drive chain unit (130) arranged within the tower unit (110) for driving the table unit (120) to rotate with respect to the tower unit (110) in a seventh rotational axis (A7) other than the six rotation axes of the robot manipulator (200). The seventh rotational axis (A7) is arranged away from a mounting area (121) on the table unit (120) to which the robot manipulator (200) is to be mounted. A robot system (300) and a method of manufacturing the robot base unit (100) are also disclosed. The embodiments according to the present disclosure provide an improved and cost effective solution for extending the workspace of a robot manipulator (200), especially an existing 6-DOF robot manipulator (200).

GRAVITY ASSIST SYSTEM

According to at least one embodiment, a gravity assist system comprises a plurality links and a means for holding at least one tool, wherein the plurality links are configured to permit a user to reposition the at least one tool within a work envelope.

In producing the manipulator

Electronic test head positioner for test systems

Handling aid for use by e.g. older person, has assembly foot i.e. ceiling bracket, for attachment to ceiling or wall, guide arm movably supported relative to assembly foot over joint arrangement, and handle arranged at free end of guide arm

The handling aid has an assembly foot (1) i.e. ceiling bracket, for attachment to a ceiling (2) or wall. A guide arm (10) is movably supported relative to the assembly foot over a joint arrangement (4). A handle (14) is arranged at a free end (12) of the guide arm. The guide arm has two arm parts (15, 16), which are interconnected by a joint (20) with a rotation axis that is horizontal to the ceiling. The handle has two rollers that are movable away from each other by a pretensioning force, where the rollers form an entrance to a receiving space.

Manipulator for positioning a test head, particularly at a tester

A manipulator for positioning a test head, particularly at a tester is provided with a positioner for positioning the test head three-dimensionally and forming a mount. The manipulator comprises furthermore a cradle to which the test head can be secured and which is connected to the positioner. The cradle is connected to a plate comprising at least one first supporting point. The plate is pivotally mounted at the first supporting point about a first axis. To achieve, on the one hand, precise adjustment and, on the other, a certain compliance, the first supporting point is movable between a starting position and an end position relative to the mount in overcoming the effect of a return force.

Manipulator

Ein Manipulator für eine Last hat ein Stativ (2, 8), eine mit dem Stativ (2, 8) verbundene Aufnahme (3-5) für die Last, wobei die Aufnahme (3-5) eine Bewegung der Last gegenüber dem Stativ (8) bezüglich mindestens einer ersten Achse (z) erlaubt, einen einen Seilzug oder einen Ketten- oder Riementrieb (18) aufweisenden Antrieb (17-20), der die Bewegung der Last längs der ersten Achse (16) unterstützt, und eine längs der ersten Achse (16) wirkende Elastizitätseinrichtung (11, 19). Die Elastizitätseinrichtung (20) weist einen längs der ersten Achse gegenüber dem Stativ translatorisch verschieblichen und elastisch gehaltenen Rahmen (24) auf, der ein Führungselement (27) des Antriebs trägt.

ENTNAHMEEINRICHTUNG FUER SPRITZGIESSMASCHINEN

Anchor clamps are used in transport of car rear seat back

STEREOTACTIC DRIVE SYSTEM

A drive system for controlling movement of an elongate member includes a base unit having a first rotatable knob and a second rotatable knob, a follower assembly including a follower slidably coupled to a guide rail, a longitudinal movement wire, and a rotational movement wire. The follower includes a longitudinal movement pulley, a rotational movement pulley, and an alignment element structured to receive an elongate member such that the elongate member is attachable thereto. The longitudinal movement wire operably couples the first rotatable knob to the longitudinal movement pulley such that rotation of the first knob drives the follower in a longitudinal direction along the guide rail. The rotational movement wire operably couples the second rotatable knob to the rotational movement pulley such that rotation of the second knob rotates the alignment element and attached elongate member.

Tripod structure of stand

Provided is a tripod structure of a stand, which is combined on a central post of the stand and allows the leg units of the stand to be folded, and includes: an upper tripod unit having a central post orifice and at least three leg unit connection parts evenly arranged at the outer periphery of the central post and formed with at least an accessory part, wherein the upper tripod unit is fastened at a preset location of the central post of the stand via the central post orifice, and each leg unit of the stand is respectively hinged with each leg unit connection part; and a lower tripod unit having a post plug and at least three moveable support rod connection parts evenly arranged at the outer periphery of the post plug, and each moveable support rod connection part is correspondingly formed with a leg unit buckling part and formed with at least an accessory part, wherein the post plug is installed at the distal end of the central post of the stand, and hinged to the leg unit and the moveable support rod connection part through a support rod, such that the leg units can be folded and respectively buckled with each corresponding leg unit buckling part.

Multi-functional infant care and organizer system and associated methods

A multi-functional infant care and organizer system includes a base member and an elongate main body member detachably connected to and extending upwardly from the base member. The system also includes unit carrying member that is moveably connected to the main body member and unit member slidably and rotatably connected to the main body member and supported by the unit carrying member when slidably connected to the main body member. The unit member can be a storage unit, a changing station, a table, a light, a hanger, a bath pod, entertainment unit, an infant hammock, an infant mobile, a music box, or a drawing surface. Any combination of unit members may be connected to the main body member.

Collision protection device

The invention relates to a collision protection device ( 1 ) for connecting a welding torch ( 2 ) connected to a hose pack ( 4 ) to a robot arm ( 3 ) of a welding robot, comprising two coupling elements ( 6, 7 ) that is adapted to be detachably connected to each other by means of magnets ( 8 ), wherein one coupling element ( 6 ) is designed to be connected to the welding torch ( 2 ) or to a torch coupling ( 5 ) that is adapted to be connected to the welding torch ( 2 ), and the other coupling element ( 7 ) is designed to be connected to the robot arm ( 3 ), and the coupling elements ( 6, 7 ) have openings ( 10, 11 ), characterized in that the openings ( 10, 11 ) in the coupling elements ( 6, 7 ) are designed for feeding the hose pack ( 4 ) through, and that the coupling element ( 6 ) that is adapted to be connected to the welding torch ( 2 ) or to the torch coupling ( 5 ), or the torch coupling ( 5 ) comprises elements ( 15 ) to be connected to the hose pack ( 4 ).

Articulated robot wrist

Disclosed herein are embodiments of an articulated robot wrist which can comprise a first body comprising a first and a second end, said first end being intended to be mounted on a robot component that is rotatable around a first axis; a second body comprising a first and a second end, said first end being rotatably mounted on said second end of said first body, around a second axis inclined with respect to said first axis; and a third body comprising a first and a second end, said first end being rotatably mounted on said second end of said second body, around a third axis inclined with respect to said second axis, wherein said first and third axes are both substantially orthogonal to said second axis, and wherein in at least one position of said robot wrist said first and third axes are substantially aligned with each other.

Line management system and a method for routing flexible lines for a robot

A line management system for a robot includes a flexible line, a structure clamp coupled to a first end of the flexible line to attach the flexible line to a support structure of the robot, an arm clamp coupled to the second end of the flexible line to attach the flexible line to an outer arm of the robot, a coupling device moveably coupled to the robot structure, wherein the flexible line is attached to the coupling device at an intermediate point along a length thereof.

Dual bar linkage monitor support with adustment feature

An adjustable support member for mounting a device including a support arm having a base pivot block assembly and a right link arm connected at a first end to said base pivot block assembly and a left link arm connected at a first end to said base pivot block assembly and spaced from said right lower link arm and an upper leveler block wherein the right link arm is connected at a second end to the upper leveler block and the left link arm connected at a second end to the upper leveler block and a gas spring assembly having first and second ends with a first end of the gas spring assembly having a piston being connected to the base pivot block assembly and the second end of the gas spring assembly having a rod connected to the right link arm and to the left link arm at a position spaced from both the first and second ends of the right link arm and the left link arm and the base pivot block assembly having a gas spring tension adjustment assembly.

GRAVITY POWERED BALANCING SYSTEM

A balance assist system includes a support structure, an assist device, a variable balancing system, and a balancing cable. The variable balancing system is configured for moving a mass in a vertical direction along a Z axis. The variable balancing system includes a balance platform, a lever, and a mobile counterweight. The lever is pivotally attached to the balance platform at a fixed pivot point such that the lever is pivotable at the fixed pivot point about a balance axis. The mobile counterweight is movably disposed on the lever relative to the fixed balance axis and movable between a minimum position and a maximum position. The minimum position corresponds to the mass having a minimum weight such that the mass is statically balanced along the Z axis. Likewise, the maximum position corresponds to the mass having a maximum weight such that the mass is statically balanced along the Z axis. 1. A balance assist system comprising:a support structure;an assist device movably supported by the support structure, the assist device configured for movement relative to the support structure along at least one of an X axis and a Y axis;a mass vertically supported by the assist device; a balance platform;', 'a lever pivotally attached to the balance platform at a fixed pivot point such that the lever is pivotable at the fixed pivot point about a balance axis;', 'a mobile counterweight movably disposed on the lever relative to the fixed balance axis between a minimum position and a maximum position; and', 'a balancing cable operatively connecting the support structure, the lever, and the mass such that the mass is vertically supported by the support structure via the balancing cable;', 'wherein the minimum position corresponds to the mass having a minimum weight such that the mass is statically balanced along the Z axis; and', 'wherein the maximum position corresponds to the mass having a maximum weight such that the mass is statically balanced along the Z axis., 'a variable ...

ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT DEVICE WITH MULTIPLE ROLLING ELEMENTS

An adjustable support device includes a base that includes a plurality of rolling element receiving cavities, a plurality of rolling elements that interface with the rolling element receiving cavities, and an external sleeve coupled to the base for adjustable vertical positioning of the external sleeve relative to the base. Each of the rolling element receiving cavities is positioned and oriented to interface with a rolling element disposed between the base and the support surface. The external sleeve can be placed in a first vertical position relative to the base where the rolling elements do not contact the support surface, and in a second vertical position relative to the base where the rolling elements do contact the support surface. A rimguard may be rotatively coupled with the external sleeve so that as the external sleeve is rotated to the first vertical position. 1. An adjustable support device comprising:a base attachable to a supported item so as to be disposed between the supported item and a support surface, the base including at least one rolling element receiving receptacle;at least one rolling element, each rolling element interfacing with one rolling element receiving receptacle;an external sleeve coupled with the base and rotatable to adjust a vertical positioning of one of the base and the external sleeve relative to the other of the external sleeve and the base, wherein the external sleeve can be rotated to a first vertical position where said at least one rolling element does not contact the support surface, and wherein the external sleeve can be rotated to a second vertical position where said at least one rolling element contacts the support surface; anda rimguard rotatively coupled with the external sleeve and comprising a rimguard inner surface disposed facing a bottom rim of the external sleeve and a rimguard outer surface facing the support surface, wherein as the external sleeve is rotated to the first vertical position, the rimguard outer ...

Industrial robot with actuators extending in a primary hand enclosure

An industrial robot has a robot arm with a linkage and an arm extension that is pivotable at the linkage. The arm extension has an arm enclosure that is pivotable at the linkage. The arm extension has a primary hand enclosure that can rotate, means of a first actuator that has a first drive shaft, at the arm enclosure around an arm axle extending in the longitudinal dimension of the arm extension. The arm extension has a first-hand element that is adjustable around a first-hand axle relative to the primary hand enclosure by means of a second actuator that has a second drive shaft, and a second-hand element that is adjustable around a second-hand axle relative to the first-hand element by means of a third actuator that has a third drive shaft. The first, second and third actuators are arranged in the primary hand enclosure with their respective drive shafts extending essentially parallel to and at a distance from the arm axle.

Umbilical member arrangement structure of industrial robot having hollow member

An umbilical member arrangement structure capable of being used in a waterproof application, wherein a hollow portion may be independently used for wiring of a work tool, while the motion of an umbilical member for the work tool may be stabilized. A bent hollow member has a first flange attached to a first opening. Between the first flange and a first wrist element, a liquid-tight first seal member is disposed. At a second opening formed on the back side of a forearm base part, a second flange is arranged at a rear end of an I-shaped pipe, and a liquid-tight second seal member, similar to the first seal member 82, is disposed between the second flange and the rear end surface of the base part. The bent hollow member is rotatably connected to the I-shaped pipe via a bearing and an oil seal.

Umbilical member arrangement structure of parallel link robot

An umbilical member arrangement structure capable of properly arranging an umbilical member in a parallel link robot. A first additional actuator is arranged on a passive link part of a parallel link robot. An Umbilical member is withdrawn from an opening formed on a generally circular bottom surface of a base part, while having a margin, approaches the passive link part, while extending in an intersecting direction with respect to a longitudinal direction of the passive link part, and is connected to the first additional actuator. The “intersecting direction” means a direction extending at an angle of 70 to 110 degrees, preferably 80 to 100 degrees, more preferably about 90 degrees, with respect to the longitudinal direction of the passive link part.

TROLLEY APPARATUS FOR UNLOADING AND SUPPORTING HEAVY COILS OF WOUND FILAMENT MATERIAL FROM A WINDING MACHINE TO A PACKAGING TABLE

A trolley for moving heavy objects such as wire coils from a machine to a container at a packaging table is provided. The trolley includes spring-loaded spaced arms movably mounted for vertical height adjustment so that the arms are just below the coil when it is on the machine and rotational movement to separate the spaced arms with the spaced arms retaining the heavy object during movement of the trolley apparatus, and locking arms engaging the spaced arms during movement of the trolley apparatus to prevent separation thereof. The spring-loaded arms permit the heavy object to be manually pushed downward therebetween, thereby forcing the arms apart enabling the object to fall from the trolley into a container on a packaging table. The table includes a platform for supporting the container, a motor for raising/lowering the platform, and a mechanism for retaining the container and aiding its alignment with the coil. 1. Trolley apparatus for moving heavy objects from a machine to a container at a packaging table station , comprising:a wheeled trolley apparatus having spaced arms movably mounted thereon for vertical height adjustment so that the arms are just below the coil when it is on the winding machine and rotational movement to separate the spaced arms; and spaced arms for retaining said heavy object during movement of the trolley apparatus;said heavy object being manually slid onto said spaced arms for wheeled movement of the trolley apparatus and the heavy object from said machine to said coil packaging table station;locking arms engaging said spaced arms during movement of said trolley apparatus to prevent separation of the spaced arms; andsaid heavy object being manually pushed downward between the arms of said trolley apparatus forcing the spaced arms apart enabling the heavy object to fall from the trolley apparatus into the container through the separated spaced arms.2. A trolley apparatus as claimed in wherein said spaced arms are supported by said ...

Apparatus including multi-jointed arm and gravity compensation method

The present inventive concepts relate to an apparatus having a multi-jointed arm. The apparatus having a multi-jointed arm may include a body; a multi-jointed arm having a first link rotatably combined with the body at a first joint and a second link rotatably combined with the first link at a second joint; and a compensator generating a compensation moment cancelling out a moment being generated by a weight of the multi-jointed arm. The compensator includes a compensation load generating the compensation moment, and a compensation link connecting the compensation load and the multi-jointed arm so that the compensation load and the multi-jointed arm are on opposite sides of the first joint.

Height Adjustable Supports With The Capacity For Multiple Orientations For Use With Tabletops, Chair Seats And Similar Surfaces

A height adjustable support for tabletops, chair seats, or like objects, consisting of two parts, a rectangle-shaped component and an L-shaped component. A fixed block at the top of the L-shaped component allows for multiple orientations when the assembly is attached to the underside of a surface. Height adjustability is possible because the rectangle-shaped component has a series of holes bored vertically into the two faces that will contact the interior faces of the L-shaped component. Holes bored through each face of the L-shaped component permit fasteners to pass into the holes in the rectangle-shaped component. When tightened the fasteners will seat against the exterior face of the L-shaped component. 1. A height adjustable support including a component with an L-shaped cross-section and a component with a rectangle-shaped cross-section and a means for connecting the interior faces of the L-shaped component to two adjacent faces of the rectangle-shaped component. The L-shaped component will be attached to the underside of a surface that requires support and height adjustability. The rectangle-shaped part will travel vertically along the height of the L-shaped part. The rectangle-shaped component will have a series of holes bored vertically into each face that contacts a corresponding interior face of the L-shaped component. The range of adjustability will be determined by the distance measured from the center of the lowest hole to the center of the highest hole in each face of the rectangle-shaped component. On one face the holes will be bored beginning near the bottom of the rectangle-shaped component and will extend upward. On the bordering face the lowest in the series of holes will begin above the highest hole of the lower series and extend upward. As measured from center to center the distance between the lowest and highest holes must match the distance between the lowest and highest holes bored in the neighboring face. Any intermediate hole must have a ...

ROBOT HAND FOR TRANSPORTING ARTICLE, ROBOT AND ROBOT SYSTEM PROVIDED WITH ROBOT HAND, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING ROBOT HAND

Provided is a robot hand capable of reducing the load moment applied on the wrist of the robot hand in lifting an article. The robot hand includes a base; a first hand arm mounted on the base, including a holding part configured to hold the article, and configured such that the holding part is movable between a first distal position away from the base in a first direction, and a first proximal position close to the base more than the first distal position; and a second hand arm mounted on the base, including a counter balancer weight, and configured such that the counter balancer weight is movable between a second distal position away from the base in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a second proximal position close to the base more than the second distal position. 1. A robot hand configured to hold and transport an article , comprising:a base;a first hand arm mounted on the base, the first hand arm including a holding part configured to hold the article, and being able to move the holding part between a first distal position away from the base in a first direction, and a first proximal position closer to the base than the first distal position; anda second hand arm mounted on the base, the second hand arm including a counter balancer weight, and being able to move the counter balancer weight between a second distal position away from the base in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a second proximal position closer to the base than the second distal position.2. The robot hand according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first driving unit configured to drive the holding part to move between the first distal position and the first proximal position; anda second driving unit configured to drive the counter balancer weight to move between the second distal position and the second proximal position.3. The robot hand according to claim 2 , further comprising:a link mechanism configured to link movement of the holding part by the ...

Communication paths for robot arms

A robot arm having a compound joint between a first limb of the arm and a second limb of the arm, the second limb of the arm being distal of the first limb, the arm comprising: a coupler element coupled to the first limb of the arm by a first revolute joint having a first rotation axis and to the second limb of the arm by a second revolute joint having a second rotation axis; first and second rotational position sensors for sensing the configuration of the arm about the first and second joints respectively; first and second torque sensors for sensing the torque applied about the first and second joints respectively; a control unit for controlling the operation of the arm; a first communications unit borne by the arm and located proximally of the coupler and a second communications unit borne by the arm and located distally of the coupler, each communications unit being capable of encoding data received from one or more of the position and/or torque sensors in a first data format into data packets and transmitting those packets to the control unit in accordance with a packet-based data protocol different from the first data format; wherein the first position sensor is connected by a physical data link running within an exterior wall of the first limb to the first communications unit to so as to pass data representing sensed position about the first joint to the first communications unit for encoding and the first torque sensor is connected by a physical data link running within an exterior wall of the second limb to the second communications unit to so as to pass data representing sensed torque about the first joint to the second communications unit for encoding.

Pneumatically Adjustable Anchor Assembly

An adjustable anchor post assembly for use with a personnel fall arrest or protection system. A pneumatically adjustable anchor post assembly for use in providing an elevated attachment point for a personnel fall protection lifeline, such as, for example, when personnel are climbing and/or working on equipment on skids or large equipment. More particularly, a pneumatically adjustable lifeline anchor post assembly, wherein a column post of the present invention can be pneumatically raised or lowered, and selectively locked in a desired position. 1. A lifeline anchor assembly for a personnel fall protection apparatus comprising:a) an extendable support member removably attachable to a structural member of a container having a cargo area, wherein said extendable support member is adapted to selectively alternate between a first retracted position and a second extended position;b) a jib member attached to said extendable support member and adapted to at least partially extend over said cargo area; andc) a mounting bracket disposed on said jib member and adapted to operationally attach to a proximate end of a personnel lifeline.2. The lifeline anchor assembly of claim 1 , wherein said extendable support can be extended using pneumatic power.3. The lifeline anchor assembly of claim 1 , wherein said extendable support member is adapted to be selectively locked in said second extended position.4. A lifeline anchor assembly for a personnel fall protection apparatus comprising: (i) an inner column member;', '(ii) an outer column member, slidably disposed over said inner column member, wherein said outer column member is adapted to selectively alternate between a first retracted position and a second extended position;, 'a) an extendable support member removably attachable to a structural member of a container having a cargo area comprisingb) a jib member attached to said extendable support member and adapted to at least partially extend over said cargo area; andc) a mounting ...

ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT

An adjustable support, comprising a base, a first tubular member extending upwardly from the base, the first tubular member comprising a first friction lock, a second tubular member arranged in telescoping engagement with the first tubular member, the second tubular member comprising a second friction lock and, a non-abrasive transverse member pivotably arranged on the second tubular member, wherein the first friction lock telescopingly secures the second tubular member within the first tubular member and the second friction lock pivotably secures the transverse member to the second tubular member. 1. An adjustable support , comprising:a base;a first tubular member extending upwardly from said base;a second tubular member arranged in telescoping engagement with said first tubular member;a non-abrasive transverse member comprising a first end member positioned at a first elevation and a second end member positioned at a second elevation, wherein the transverse member is pivotably arranged on said second tubular member;a first friction lock configured to telescopingly secure said second tubular member within said first tubular member; and,a second friction lock configured to pivotably secure said transverse member to said second tubular member;wherein when the non-abrasive transverse member pivots relative to the second tubular member, the first elevation changes relative to the second elevation.2. (canceled)3. The adjustable support as recited in claim 1 , wherein said first end member and said second end member are non-abrasive.4. The adjustable support recited in claim 1 , wherein said second friction lock is a bolt and nut compressing said second tubular member with said transverse member.5. The adjustable support recited in claim 1 , wherein said base is circular.6. The adjustable support recited in claim 1 , wherein said first tubular member and said second tubular member are metal tubes.7. An adjustable support claim 1 , comprising:a base;a first tubular member ...

FRAME, SYSTEM AND/OR METHOD FOR DEPLOYING A SKID

A frame, a system and/or a method deploys a compact skid. The compact skid has a storage position and an operational position. The compact skid has an inner shell, an outer shell and a bladder. In the storage position, the inner shell is positioned within the volume of the outer shell. To expand the compact skid from the storage position to the operational position, an air compressor is connected to the bladder. The bladder is inflated to lift the inner shell vertically. When the inner shell is lifted, the inner shell is locked into place to the outer shell. The bladder is then partially deflated, and the air compressor is disconnected. 1. A method comprising:providing a frame having an inner shell and an outer shell wherein the outer shell defines an interior volume;arranging a bladder between the inner shell and the outer shell; andinflating the bladder to move the inner shell from a first position relative to the outer shell to a second position relative to the outer shell wherein the second position is above the first position.2. The method of further comprising:controlling movement of the inner shell relative to the outer shell by adjusting inflation of the bladder.3. The method of wherein the inner shell is located within the interior volume of the outer shell in the first position.4. The method of wherein the inner shell is located above the outer shell in the second position.5. The method of further comprising:connecting an air source to the bladder.6. The method of further comprising:inflating the bladder to displace the interior volume.7. The method of further comprising:elevating the inner shell relative to the outer shell.8. The method of further comprising:connecting the inner shell to the outer shell.9. The method of further comprising:deflating the bladder with the inner shell in the second position relative to the outer shell.10. The method of further comprising:storing the inner shell within the interior volume of the outer shell.11. The method of ...

Multiple-joint industrial robot

A wrist portion of a robot includes: a first movable portion configured to rotate relative to an arm portion around a first wrist axis; a second movable portion configured to rotate relative to the first movable portion around a second wrist axis; a third movable portion configured to rotate relative to the second movable portion around a third wrist axis; and a cable insertion portion through which an effector cable is inserted, the effector cable being used to supply electric power to an end effector attached to the third movable portion. The cable insertion portion is provided at the first movable portion so as to be located on the first wrist axis. Two motors among a plurality of motors configured to drive the wrist portion are attached to the first movable portion so as to sandwich the cable insertion portion in a direction perpendicular to the first wrist axis.

Umbilical member attachment device of robot

An umbilical member attachment device including a first umbilical member-use first fastening part and second fastening part respectively fastening a first umbilical member to a first member and second member, and a second umbilical member-use first fastening part and second fastening part respectively fastening a second umbilical member to a first member and second member. These fastening parts are arranged offset in position from each other on a surface of the robot so that the first umbilical member and the second umbilical member do not cross, and at a reference posture, and so that a distance between the first umbilical member-use second fastening part and the second umbilical member-use second fastening part becomes broader than a distance between the first umbilical member-use first fastening part and the second umbilical member-use first fastening part.

SCREEN RACK FOR TWO SCREENS WITH A CASE FOR ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

A screen rack for two screens, comprising a case for electric components, whereby power supply adapters for a PC and two screens that can be installed on the screen rack are arranged in the case. 1. A screen rack for two screens , comprising a case for electric components whereby power supply adapters for a PC and two screens (that can be installed on the screen rack are arranged in the case.2. A screen rack according to claim 1 , wherein the case has a flexible and/or removable case section in order to open or to close the case at least partially.3. A screen rack according to claim 1 , wherein at least the main circuit board of the PC is arranged in the case claim 1 , whereby the main circuit board of the PC preferably contains the central process unit and claim 1 , where required claim 1 , a hard disc drive of the PC.41. A screen rack () according to claim 1 , wherein the power supply adapters for the PC and the two screens that can be attached to the screen rack are supplied with power through a joint power cable claim 1 , whereby the joint power cable is preferably designed as a double cable with an integrated network cable.51. A screen rack () according to claim 1 , wherein the case is essentially has a cuboid-shaped design claim 1 , whereby the case is preferably aligned in an upright position claim 1 , whereby the smallest side areas of the cuboid point upwards or downwards and/or the largest side areas of the cuboid point to the front or the rear.6. A screen rack according to claim 1 , wherein the case has at last two vertically offset ventilation apertures between which at least one of the power supply adapters and/or the CPU of the PC is arranged so that the power supply adapter and/or the CPU of the PC is cooled by air that enters the case through a lower ventilation aperture and that flows out of the case through the upper ventilation aperture after heating the power supply adapter and/or the CPU of the PC by means of exhaust air.71. A screen rack () ...

Systems and Methods for Robotic Self-Right

Example systems and methods for self-righting a robotic device are provided. An example method may include determining an orientation of a bottom surface of a legged robotic device with respect to a ground surface. The method may also include determining that the robotic device is in an unstable position, based on the determined orientation. The method may also include performing a first action configured to return the robotic device to a stable position. The method may also include performing a first action configured to return the legged robotic device to the stable position. The method may also include performing a second action configured to return the legged robotic device to the stable position, if the legged robotic device is in the unstable position after the first action. 1. A method operable by a computing device , the method comprising:determining an orientation of a bottom surface of a legged robotic device with respect to a ground surface, wherein the legged robotic device includes two or more legs extending from a body of the legged robotic device;based on the determined orientation, determining that the legged robotic device is in an unstable position, wherein the unstable position comprises the legged robotic device positioned on a first side of the legged robotic device in a lying position such that the legged robotic device is unable to maintain a stance in the unstable position;providing, by the computing device, instructions to perform a first action configured to return the legged robotic device to a stable position such that the legged robotic device is able to maintain a stance in the stable position, wherein the first action includes moving a first leg of the legged robotic device from a first position to a second position, such that a distal end of the first leg is further away from the ground surface in the second position than in the first position, and wherein a proximal end of the first leg is coupled to a first side of the legged ...

Robot

A robot includes first and second arms to rotate and convey an object; a first rotary body to support the first arm and having a first fluid passage and at least one second fluid passage communicating with the first fluid passage; a base-end-side arm formed with an internal space and a hole part into which a part of the first rotary body is inserted; a second rotary body to support the second arm and having a third fluid passage communicating at one end thereof with the second fluid passage and communicating at the other end thereof with the internal space; a supplying device disposed in the internal space and connected to an upstream-end side of the first fluid passage, and to supply fluid to the first fluid passage; a first motor to rotate the first rotary body; and a second motor to rotate the second rotary body.

SUPPORTING DEVICE

A supporting device for supporting a display is provided. The supporting device includes an upright, a bearing slider, an actuating module, a driving module, and a control module. The upright includes a column body and a receiving space. The bearing slider is slidably disposed in the receiving space. The actuating module includes a screw rod and a screwing element, the screw rod is pivoted to the upright along a first axis and inserted to the screwing element, and the screwing element is disposed on the bearing slider and screws with the screw rod. The driving module is connected to the actuating module and drives the screw rod to rotate about the first axis. The control module controls the driving module to drive the screw rod to rotate to make the screwing element and the bearing slider move between a highest position and a lowest position along the first axis. 1. A supporting device for supporting a display , the supporting device comprising:an upright including a column body and a receiving space, the column body surrounding and defining the receiving space;a bearing slider being slidably disposed in the receiving space, and partially extending outward from the receiving space to connect to the display;an actuating module including a screw rod and a screwing element, the screw rod being pivoted to the upright along a first axis and being inserted to the screwing element, and the screwing element being disposed on the bearing slider and screwing to the screw rod;a driving module being connected to the actuating module and configured to drive the screw rod to rotate about the first axis; anda control module being electrically connected to the driving module;wherein the control module controls the driving module, and the driving module drives the screw rod to rotate to make the screwing element and the bearing slider move between a highest position and a lowest position along the first axis and stop at any position between the highest position and the lowest ...

Robot

A robot includes: a stage unit; a rotation base connected to the stage unit in a rotatable manner around a predetermined rotating axis; an arm unit connected to the rotation base and having a base end rotatable around a first rotation axis that is substantially orthogonal to the rotating axis; a first attachment unit provided to the rotation base, arranged in an outside, in a rotation radius direction, of the rotation base and nearer to the stage unit than the first rotation axis, and formed so that one part of a balancer is attached thereto; and a second attachment unit provided to the arm unit and formed so that another part of the balancer is attached thereto.

VARIABLE HEIGHT SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH A MONITOR

The combination of: an electronic device having a monitor; and a support assembly made up of a collection of components. A first plurality of the components can be selectively changed between: a) a first state wherein at least two of the components in the first plurality of components are separated from each other and a third component; and b) a second state wherein the first plurality of components cooperatively define a first support assembly configuration with a device support surface to elevate the supported device. The first plurality of components is changeable between the first and second states without requiring use of any fasteners. 1. A kit usable to selectively define a variable height support for a device with a monitor , the kit comprising:a support assembly comprising:a collection of components that are configured so that a first plurality of the components can be selectively changed between: a) a first state wherein at least two of the components in the first plurality of components are separated from each other and a third component in the first plurality of components; and b) a second state wherein the first plurality of components cooperatively define a first support assembly configuration,the first support assembly configuration having an operative state with respect to an upwardly facing base surface wherein a device support surface is defined by the first support assembly configuration at a first height in relationship to the upwardly facing base surface relative to which a device with a monitor can be operatively placed,a monitor being higher in relationship to the upwardly facing base surface with an associated device operatively placed on the device support surface than with the device with the monitor operatively placed with respect to the upwardly facing base surface with the first support assembly configuration absent,wherein the first plurality of components is changeable between the first and second states without requiring use of any ...

VERTICALLY ADJUSTABLE PLATFORM SYSTEM

A vertically adjustable platform system includes a lifting tower with a lifting mechanism. A first scissors mechanism is adjacent one face of the tower and a second scissors mechanism is adjacent the other face of the tower. A first platform is disposed on the upper end of the first scissors mechanism and a second platform is disposed on an upper end of the second scissors mechanism. A lifting mechanism has a first lifting element interconnected with the first scissors mechanism or the first platform for moving the first platform vertically. The lifting mechanism has a second lifting element interconnected with the second scissors mechanism or the second platform for moving the second platform vertically. 1. A vertically adjustable platform system , comprising:a lifting tower having a pair of opposed faces, the lifting tower having a lifting mechanism disposed therein;a first scissors mechanism disposed adjacent one of the faces of the tower, the scissors mechanism having a lower end for engaging a support surface and an upper end;a first platform having an upper surface, the first platform being disposed on the upper end of the first scissors mechanism;a second scissors mechanism disposed adjacent the other of the faces of the tower, the scissors mechanism having a lower end for engaging a support surface and an upper end;a second platform having an upper surface, the second platform being disposed on the upper end of the second scissors mechanism; andthe lifting mechanism having a first lifting element interconnected with the first scissors mechanism or the first platform for moving the first platform vertically, the lifting mechanism further having a second lifting element interconnected with the second scissors mechanism or the second platform for moving the second platform vertically.2. A vertically adjustable platform system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein:the lifting tower further includes a first vertical guide bar and a second vertical guide bar;the ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING A REMOVABLE HANDLE

An electronic device having a removable handle is provided and includes a handle, two connecting elements, and a body. The handle is coupled to the body through the connecting elements to allow a user to change the handle through the connecting elements as needed, thereby rendering the use of the handle highly flexible. Bumps of the connecting elements are disposed at concave portions on the body, respectively. The fastening components fasten the connecting elements to the body. Therefore, the connecting elements are firmly coupled to the body to enhance overall structural stability after assembly and usage safety of using the handle to carry the body. 1. An electronic device having a removable handle , comprising:a body having two concave portions disposed on two opposing lateral sides of the body, respectively;two connecting elements each disposed on each of the two opposing lateral sides of the body having the concave portions, respectively, with the connecting elements each comprising a base, a pivotal connection unit and a plurality of fastening components, and the base comprises a bump penetrating one of the concave portions of the body, wherein the fastening components penetrate the base and get fastened to the body, and the pivotal connection unit is fixedly disposed at the base and comprises a pivotal connection hole and a mounting recess; anda handle, pivotally disposed at the connecting elements and comprising a grip element, two pivotal connection shafts each having a thread hole in an axis of the two pivotal connection shafts; andtwo pivotal bolts, wherein the pivotal connection shafts are disposed at two ends of the grip element and are penetratingly disposed at the mounting recesses, respectively, wherein each of the pivotal bolts penetrating each of the pivotal connection holes is penetratingly disposed at each of the pivotal connection shafts, respectively, and wherein the two pivotal bolts are fastened to two thread holes of the two pivotal ...

COLLABORATIVE ROBOT

A robot where, irrespective of the position of the robot with which an operator comes into contact, the contact is more reliably detected, and a force applied to the operator is suppressed. Provided is a collaborative robot including: a wrist axis portion that determines the position of a tool mounted at a distal end thereof; and a basic axis portion that determines the position of the wrist axis portion and that is formed of only one or more linear-motion axes. The one or more linear-motion axes of the basic axis portion are each provided with a driving-force restricting unit that restricts a driving force so as to become equal to or less than a restriction value with respect to a related body area. 1. A collaborative robot comprising:a wrist axis portion that determines the position of a tool mounted at a distal end thereof; anda basic axis portion that controls the position of the wrist axis portion and that is formed of only one or more linear-motion axes,wherein the one or more linear-motion axes are each provided with a driving-force restricting unit that restricts a driving force so as to become equal to or less than a restriction value with respect to a related body area.2. A collaborative robot according to claim 1 , wherein the basic axis portion is provided with: two horizontal linear-motion axes that extend in horizontal directions perpendicular to each other; and one vertical linear-motion axis that extends in a vertical direction.3. A collaborative robot according to claim 2 , wherein the vertical linear-motion axis is provided with a counterbalancer.4. A collaborative robot according to claim 1 ,wherein each of the one or more linear-motion axes is provided with a motor that drives the linear-motion axis; andthe driving-force restricting unit is provided with: a torque detecting unit that detects a torque of the motor or a torque of an output axis; and a control unit that restricts a driving force of the linear-motion axis on the basis of the torque ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Various embodiments of the present technology may comprise a method and apparatus for a space-saving suspension system. In various embodiments, the apparatus may comprise a fine suspension device, a coarse suspension device, and a mechanical assembly. In various embodiments, the fine suspension device is arranged at an angle greater than zero degrees from the z-axis. In various embodiments, the mechanical assembly is coupled to the fine suspension device and a payload, such that when a force is exerted on the mechanical assembly by the payload, an applied force is transmitted to the fine suspension device. 1. A suspension apparatus for use with a payload movable with respect to a support mount along a vertical axis , comprising: the first end is pivotably coupled to the support mount;', 'the fine suspension device operates along a fine suspension axis; and', 'the fine suspension axis is not parallel to the vertical axis;, 'a fine suspension device comprising a first and second end, wherein a bearing system;', the second segment is rotatably coupled to the bearing system and the fine suspension device; and', 'the first segment is coupled to the payload; and, 'a lever arm comprising a first segment rotatably coupled to a second segment, wherein], 'a mechanical assembly coupled to the payload, the support mount, and the second end of the fine suspension device, the mechanical assembly comprisinga coarse suspension device arranged to operate parallel to the vertical axis and coupled between the support mount and the payload.2. The suspension apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lever arm comprises a hinge coupling the first and second segments.3. The suspension apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the fine suspension device comprises at least one of: a gas shock claim 1 , a liquid-filled damper claim 1 , and a gas and liquid-filled damper.4. The suspension apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the coarse suspension device comprises a pneumatic device.5. The suspension apparatus of ...

Modular weighted base bicycle stand

A modular weighted base bicycle stand having cross over and adjustable application. Said bicycle stand is comprised of light weight weather enduring durable material. The device of this invention having a removably attachable weighted planar base and several removably attachable extendable arms.

CLAMPING APPARATUS AND SCREW LOCKING DEVICE USING SAME

A clamping device includes a supporting bracket, a lifting assembly, a first adjusting assembly and a holding assembly. The supporting bracket includes a supporting member. The lifting assembly includes a first lifting member, a second lifting member, a fixed pulley, a connecting member and a clump weight. The first lifting member and the second lifting member are both slidably sleeved on the supporting member. The fixed pulley is mounted on the supporting member. The connecting member is arranged on the fixed pulley and couples the first lifting member to the second lifting member. The clump weight is detachably fixed to the first lifting member. The first adjusting assembly includes a first fixed member rotatably sleeved on the second lifting member and a first adjusting member rotatably sleeved to the first fixed member. The holding assembly is rotationally mounted on the first adjusting member. 1. A clamping apparatus comprising:a supporting bracket comprising a supporting member; a first lifting member slidably sleeved on the supporting member;', 'a second lifting member slidably sleeved on the supporting member;', 'a fixed pulley mounted on the supporting member;', 'a connecting member arranged on the fixed pulley and coupling the first lifting member to the second lifting member; and', 'a clump weight detachably fixed to the first lifting member;, 'a lifting assembly comprising a first fixed member rotatably sleeved on the second lifting member; and', 'a first adjusting member slidably mounted on the first fixed member; and, 'a first adjusting assembly comprisinga holding assembly rotatably mounted on the first adjusting member.2. The clamping apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the clamping apparatus further comprises a second adjusting assembly claim 1 , the second adjusting assembly comprises a second fixed member and a second adjusting member slidably mounted on the second fixed member claim 1 , the second fixed member is rotatably mounted on the first ...

ROBOTIC ARM END EFFECTOR

A robotic arm end effector for a laser head coupled to a robotic arm is disclosed. The end effector has a coupler to couple the end effector to the robotic arm and a first actuator assembly coupled to the first coupler. The first actuator has a first drive coupled to the laser cutting head and configured to move the laser cutting head along a first path. The first drive is coupled to a first counter mass and being configured to move the first counter mass along a second path in a direction opposite the first direction. The end effector also has a second actuator assembly coupled to the coupler. The second actuator has a second drive coupled to the laser head which is configured to move the laser head along a third path in a third direction. 1. A robotic arm end effector for a laser head coupled to a robotic arm comprising:a coupler to couple the end effector to the robotic arm;a first actuator assembly coupled to the first coupler, said first actuator having a first drive coupled to the laser cutting head and configured to move the laser cutting head along a first path, said first drive being coupled to a first counter mass and being configured to move the first counter mass along a second path in a direction opposite the first direction; anda second actuator assembly coupled to the coupler, said second actuator having a second drive coupled to the laser head and configured to move the laser head along a third path in a third direction, said second drive being coupled to a second counter mass and being configured to move the second counter mass in along a fourth path and in a direction opposite the third direction.2. The robotic arm end effector according to wherein the first drive comprises first and second linear actuators.3. The robotic arm end effector according to wherein the first and second linear actuators are ball-screw drives.4. The robotic arm end effector according to wherein the first and second drives comprise stepper motors.5. The end effector ...

Display Support System

A display support system is provide and includes a node connector and a support connector secured to the node connector. The node connector includes a plurality of intersecting planar surfaces that form the outer surface thereof. The support connector is releasably securable to the node connector along one of the plurality of intersecting planar surfaces. 1. A display support system , comprising:a node connector having an exterior shape formed by a plurality of intersecting planar surfaces; anda support connector releasably securable to the node connector along one of the plurality of intersecting planar surfaces.2. The display support system of claim 1 , wherein the node connector has more than six intersecting planar surfaces.3. The display support system of claim 2 , wherein the node connector is an octadecahedron.4. The display support system of claim 1 , wherein the node connector is formed monolithically or is formed by a first half joined to a second half.5. The display support system of claim 1 , wherein the intersecting planar surfaces each have a latch receiving passageway extending through one of the plurality of intersecting planar surfaces.6. The display support system of claim 5 , wherein the support connector has a support body and a latch section attached to an end of the support body.7. The display support system of claim 6 , wherein the latch section has a latch pin and a swell washer disposed around the latch pin.8. The display support system of claim 7 , wherein the swell washer is formed of an elastically deformable material.9. The display support system of claim 7 , wherein the latch pin and the swell washer are disposed in the latch receiving passageway of one intersecting planar surface of the node connector.10. The display support system of claim 9 , wherein the latch section has a lever pivotably secured to the latch pin and rotatable between an unlocked position and a locked position.11. The display support system of claim 10 , wherein ...

Display Support System

A support connector is provided and includes a support body and a latch. The support body includes a latch receiving passageway extending from a first end thereof and into interior of the support body. The latch extends into the latch receiving passageway and is secured to the support body. The latch includes a latch body, a lever, a latch pin and an expanding element. The latch body includes a body base and a lever receiving space extending through a center thereof. The lever is secured in the lever receiving space and is rotatably connected to the latch body. The latch pin extends through the body base and is connected to the lever, while the expanding element is positioned between an end of the latch pin and the body base. The expanding element receives the latch pin. 1. A support connector , comprising:a support body having a latch receiving passageway extending from a first end thereof and into interior of the support body; anda latch extending into the latch receiving passageway and secured to the support body, the latch having:a latch body having a body base and a lever receiving space extending through a center thereof;a lever secured in the lever receiving space and rotatably connected to the latch body;a latch pin extending through the body base and connected to the lever; andan expanding element positioned between an end of the latch pin and the body base, the expanding element receiving the latch pin.2. The support connector of claim 1 , wherein the expanding element is disposed around the latch pin.3. The support connector of claim 2 , wherein the expanding element is formed of an elastically deformable material.4. The support connector of claim 3 , wherein an outward surface of the expanding element pushes outward when the pin base urges the expanding element against the body base.5. The support connector of claim 4 , wherein the lever is pivotably secured to the latch pin and rotatable between an unlocked position and a locked position.6. The support ...

Robot arm and robot

A robot arm increases a plurality of arm sections that are turnably connected. The arm sections include a plurality of links and an actuator section that turns the plurality of links. The actuator section includes: a cylindrical cover provided on an outer surface; a motor that turns the plurality of links; a motor frame included in the motor; a reduction gear that decelerates rotation from the motor and outputs a torque; a collar fixed to the reduction gear; and a wire body including at least one of a wire and a pipe. At least a part of the wire body is housed between a surface including a first small body section formed by the motor frame and the collar and a surface including a second small body section of the cylindrical cover.

Contact Prevention Multi Tool Apparatus

A contact prevention multi tool apparatus for allowing manipulation of various object types without direct contact includes a handle having a handle proximal end and a handle distal end. A has a housing proximal side coupled to the handle distal end. The housing defines a main storage compartment and has a main storage aperture extending through a housing left side to the main storage compartment. A main door is coupled to the housing. The main door is slidably engaged with the housing to selectively cover or expose the main storage compartment. An arm is coupled to the housing. The arm is coupled to a housing distal side of the housing. A spherical touch head is coupled to an arm distal end of the arm. A hook is coupled to the arm adjacent the touch head. 1. A contact prevention multi tool apparatus comprising:a handle, the handle having a handle proximal end and a handle distal end;a housing coupled to the handle, the housing having a housing proximal side coupled to the handle distal end, the housing defining a main storage compartment and having a main storage aperture extending through a housing left side to the main storage compartment;a main door coupled to the housing, the main door being slidably engaged with the housing to selectively cover or expose the main storage compartment;an arm coupled to the housing, the arm being coupled to a housing distal side of the housing;a spherical touch head coupled to the arm, the touch head being coupled to an arm distal end of the arm; anda hook coupled to the arm, the hook being coupled adjacent the touch head.2. The contact prevention multi tool apparatus of further comprising the arm being telescopable.3. The contact prevention multi tool apparatus of further comprising the arm comprising a fixed arm portion coupled to the housing claim 2 , a medial arm portion slidingly coupled within the fixed arm portion claim 2 , and a distal arm portion slidingly coupled within the medial arm portion.4. The contact prevention ...

KINEMATIC MECHANISMS FOR FURNITURE

Items of furniture that include a chassis, a kinematic mechanism mounted upon the chassis, and a base furniture part that is movably coupled to the kinematic mechanism, provided that the kinematic mechanism is configured to permit independent rotation around three distinct axes, and that the three distinct axes intersect one another at a central point. 1. An item of furniture comprising:a chassis;a kinematic mechanism mounted upon the chassis; anda base furniture part movably coupled to the kinematic mechanism;wherein the kinematic mechanism is configured to permit independent rotation of the base furniture part around three distinct axes, provided that the three distinct axes intersect one another at a central point.2. The item of furniture of claim 1 , wherein the kinematic mechanism includes:a pivot mechanism having a base part connected rigidly to the base furniture part;an intermediate part mounted rotatably to the pivot mechanism about a base axis;a secondary arm mounted rotatably to the intermediate part about an intermediate axis; anda pivot part which is mounted rotatably to the secondary arm about an end axis and which is connected to a pivotable furniture part;wherein the base axis, the intermediate axis, and the end axis intersect one another at the central point.3. The item of furniture of claim 2 , wherein the pivot part is connected resiliently to the pivotable furniture part.4. The item of funiture of claim 2 , wherein the item of furniture is an office chair; the base furniture part is a seat surface; and the pivotable furniture part is a backrest of the office chair.5. The item of furniture of claim 4 , wherein the chassis further comprises a support part to which the seat surface is secured; and the base part of the pivot mechanism is connected to an underside of the seat surface rearward of a point where the seat surface is secured to the support part.6. The item of furniture of claim 5 , wherein the seat surface is pivotably secured to the ...

SECURING APPARATUS FOR PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES

An apparatus for securing a portable electronic device includes a base section configured to be supported on a surface, and a main body configured to engage the portable electronic device to secure the portable electronic device to the apparatus. The main body is adjustably attached to the base section so that the main body is movable relative to the base section while the portable electronic device is secured to the apparatus. 1. An apparatus for securing a portable electronic device , the apparatus comprising:a base section configured to be supported on a surface; anda main body configured to engage the portable electronic device to secure the portable electronic device to the apparatus, the main body being adjustably attached to the base section so that the main body is movable relative to the base section while the portable electronic device is secured to the apparatus.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the main body is movable relative to the base section in at least two degrees of freedom.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least two degrees of freedom include longitudinal movement claim 2 , vertical movement claim 2 , and pivotal movement.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the main body is movable in a longitudinal direction relative to the base section.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the main body includes a plate defining a slot claim 4 , wherein the base section includes a collar assembly that connects the main body to the base section claim 4 , wherein the collar assembly includes a boss that is received in the slot claim 4 , and wherein the slot has a length that is larger than the boss to allow movement of the plate relative to the collar assembly.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the main body is movable in a vertical direction relative to the base section.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the base section includes a collar assembly that connects the main body to the base section claim 6 , wherein the collar assembly ...

Extended-reach assist device for performing assembly tasks

An extended-reach assist device for an assembly task includes a base mechanism and a compliant end-effector. The articulated base mechanism provides one or more passive degrees of freedom. The end-effector is connected to the base mechanism, and has one or more active or passive degrees of freedom collectively configured to react to contact forces with the assist device when completing the dexterous assembly task. A weight of the end-effector is supported by the base mechanism. The end-effector may be optionally configured as a passive device configured to produce a remote center of compliance or as a robot mechanism. A mechanism may actively or passively augment a force applied by the operator. A sensor may detect a signature indicative of successful task completion, e.g., an acoustic, visual, or audio sensor.

HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE FOOT ARRANGEMENT

To adapt a housing () to an uneven standing surface, an adjustment device () has a foot piece () with an internal thread () that defines a displacement axis (). The foot piece is located in a recess () of the housing that is accessed from a surface of the housing that faces towards the standing surface. A cross-sectional profile of the foot piece perpendicular to the displacement axis coacts with the recess to prevent rotation of the foot piece about the displacement axis. A spindle () with an external thread () that cooperates with the internal thread of the foot piece allows axial movement of the spndle along the displacement axis. A levelling wheel (), connected to the spindle by a rotation-blocking connection allows the spindle to be rotated relative to the foot piece. 1. A device for adjusting a relationship of a housing to a surface on which the housing stands , the device comprising:a foot piece, arranged in a recess on a surface of the housing that faces the surface on which the housing stands, the foot piece having an internal thread that defines a displacement axis, the foot piece further having a cross-sectional profile, perpendicular to the displacement axis, that coacts with the recess to prevent rotation of the foot piece about the displacement axis;a spindle with an external thread that cooperates with the internal thread of the foot piece; anda levelling wheel, connected to an end of the spindle through a connection that blocks rotation.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a stop, formed on the spindle between the external thread and the levelling wheel; anda counter-stop, formed on the housing, the counter-stop interposed between the stop and the levelling wheel.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein:the spindle is limited to a rotation about the displacement axis.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein:the stop supports the housing, through contact of the counterstop onto the stop.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein:a form fit between the foot piece ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPLEMENTING ULTRA-HIGH STABILITY STAGES WITH COMBINED DEGREES OF FREEDOM FOR MULTIPLE AXES OF MOTION

A method and apparatus are provided for implementing an ultra-high stability stage with combined degrees of freedom for multiple axes of motion. The ultra-high stability stage includes a base, a driving wedge supported by the base and a following wedge supported by the driving wedge. The base and each wedge are formed of a selected stable material having predefined rigidity and low thermal expansion coefficient. Integrated air bearings, respective driving mechanics associated with each of the wedges and guiding components having selected degrees of freedom enable movement about multiple axes of motion, such as X, Y, Z translation axes, and rotation X and rotation Y axes. Another ultra-high stability stage with combined degrees of freedom for multiple axes of motion includes an intermediate wedge between the driving wedge and the following wedge to enable additional movement about a rotation X axis. 1. An apparatus for implementing an ultra-high stability stage with combined degrees of freedom for multiple axes of motion comprising:a base;a driving wedge supported by the base and supporting a following wedge, the base and each wedge formed of a selected stable material having predefined rigidity and low thermal expansion coefficient;integrated air bearings, respective driving mechanics, and guiding components associated with each of the wedges having selected degrees of freedom and enabling movement about the multiple axes of motion with the integrated air bearings lifted and the guiding components allowing for movement of the driving wedge and the following wedge about the selected multiple axes of motion.2. The apparatus as recited in wherein the guiding components having selected degrees of freedom enable maintaining a substantially co-planar interface of the driving wedge and the following wedge during movement and setting.3. The apparatus as recited in wherein the guiding components having selected degrees of freedom are provided with the driving wedge ensuring ...

Industrial robot

An industrial robot of the present disclosure includes a manipulator, a control device for controlling the manipulator, and a connection cable that connects the manipulator to the control device. The manipulator includes a fixed base section, a first motor, a first detecting section, a power supply section, a first casing, and a first power supply cable. The first motor operates the manipulator. The first detecting section detects the state of the first motor. The power supply section supplies electric power to the first detecting section. The first casing stores the first motor and the first detecting section. The first power supply cable connects the first detecting section to the power supply section. The power supply section is disposed in the base section.

INCONSPICUOUS SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR PROPPING AND SUSPENDING MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICES TO MULTIPLE ANGLES AND ORIENTATIONS WITH RESPECT TO A RESTING SURFACE OR BASE

An inconspicuous support system of angled and straight cavities for latching support elements, such as a stylus, an independent arm, or plate; or support structures, such as a desktop stand, a floor stand, a hook, or a plurality of hooks, to mobile computing devices and its use to prop and to suspend these devices to multiple angles and orientations with respect to a resting surface or base. 116.-. (canceled)17. An inconspicuous support system for propping and positioning a personal computing device to discrete angles and orientations with respect to a resting surface or base; the support system comprising at least one support element; at least one storage slot for storing the at least one support element; and at least two support cavities; the support element includes one of a stylus , an independent arm , or a plate; the storage slot includes an elongated slot , an elongated cavity , or an elongated slit; and the support cavities include at least two sockets , grooves , notches , or slits; and wherein at least one end of the at least one support element is configured to match fully or partially each support cavity of the at least two support cavities such that when the at least one matching end of the at least one support element is connected with a matching support cavity of the at least two support cavities it connects with that support cavity at a discrete , non-pivoting , connection angle; and wherein the personal computing device includes one of a smart phone , a tablet computer , an electronic display panel , or an electronic book reader; and the resting surface or base includes a table , a floor , or a ledge , or any other surface that can support the weight of the personal computing device; andwherein the support system is integrated into a protective cover or case of a personal computing device such that the protective cover or case comprises at least one support element, at least one storage slot, and at least two support cavities; the at least two ...

DISPLAY DEVICE

Provided is a display device including a display panel configured to display an image forward. The display device includes a top chassis arranged on the front of the display panel; a bottom chassis arranged on the back of the display panel; a rear cover covering the back of the bottom chassis; and a stand unit including a stand provided to support the display device, a locking device provided to lock the stand to be pulled in between the bottom chassis and the rear cover, and a rotation guide provided to rotate at least a portion of the stand, wherein the rear cover includes a through hole formed for the stand to move vertically, and the stand is locked in the locking device and pulled in between the bottom chassis and the rear cover, or the stand is pulled out of the display device through the through hole. 1. A display device comprising:a display panel to display an image;a chassis arranged on a back side of the display panel;a cover formed with an opening, the cover covering a back side of the chassis and a bottom side of the chassis;a stand to support the display device and being storable in an open space between the chassis and the cover;a locking device to lock the stand in the open space to thereby store the stand within the display device and to release the stand from the open space; and when the stand is locked in the open space by the locking device and is thereby stored within the display device,', 'the release of the stand from the open space by the locking device allows the stand to be pulled out of the display device through the opening by self-weight of the stand, and at least a portion of the stand to be rotated by the rotation guide, so that the stand is in position to support the display device., 'wherein the stand, the locking device, and the rotation guide are configured so that,'}, 'a rotation guide,'}2. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the locking device is arranged on a top of the stand to release the stand from being locked by the ...

HEAD SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USE

Systems and methods are provided for supporting a head of a user, e.g., while the user inclines their head downward, leans forward, and the like, for extended periods of time. In one example, a harness is provided that is configured to be worn on a body of a user, the harness including a shoulder harness configured to be worn over or around one or both shoulders of the user, and a head support. The head support may include a support bracket including a first end mounted to the harness, and a rest member coupled to a second end of the support bracket such that the rest member extends across a forehead of the user and/or at least partially around the user's head when the harness is worn for supporting the user's forehead. 1. A system for supporting a head of a user , comprising:a harness configured to be worn on a body of a user such that a frame member is disposed adjacent the user's torso when the harness is worn;a support bracket comprising a first end mounted to the frame member and a second end configured to be positioned adjacent the head of the user when the harness is worn;a rest member coupled to the second end of the support bracket such that the rest member is configured to extend at least partially around the head of the user to support the head of the user;a rail on the rest member; anda clevis coupled to the second end of the support bracket to couple the rest member to the support bracket and slidable on the rail such that rotation of the head between left and right positions causes the clevis to slide along the rail,the support bracket configured to accommodate the user deflecting the head forward from a rest position while providing a counterbalancing force to at least partially support the weight of the head to prevent or reduce fatigue,wherein the second end of the support bracket is movable from a rest position and configured to accommodate the user deflecting the user's head forward when the rest member is worn yet is biased towards the rest ...

STACKING DEVICES

Stacking devices for similarly shaped and/or sized items, for example cookware such as lids, frying pans, sauce pans, and the like, are disclosed. The stacking devices have a frame with leg elements in areas where the side portions of the frame intersect. In a preferred embodiment, the leg elements are selectively oriented to a vertical direction or a horizontal direction. The stacking devices are self-centering in use. 1. A stacking device comprising a frame including three side portions with intersecting areas where one side portion transitions into another side portion , and a leg element in each of said intersecting areas; wherein said leg element is positioned in relation to said frame at a respective one of said intersecting areas and adapted so that said leg element can be selectively oriented in a vertical direction or a horizontal direction.2. The stacking device according to wherein the leg element has a length to diameter ratio in a range of about 1.5:1 to about 2.5:1.3. The stacking device according to wherein the leg element has a length to diameter ratio is about 2:1.4. The stacking device according to wherein said frame is one piece.5. The stacking device according to wherein each of said intersecting areas has a flat section which transitions to the side portions in said frame.6. The stacking device according to wherein each said leg element is adapted to releasably hold said leg element in said vertical direction or said horizontal direction based on orientation of said leg element on said flat section.7. The stacking device according to wherein said frame is metal.8. The stacking device according to wherein said frame is plastic.9. The stacking device according to wherein said leg element is made of food grade silicone.10. The stacking device according to wherein said frame and said leg element are heat stable to about 400° F. (204° C.).11. The stacking device according to wherein said leg element is composed of a material which has greater than 0 ...

Robot

A robot according to an aspect of the invention includes an enclosure having an opening formed therein, a lid section that is provided on the enclosure in a detachable manner and blocks at least part of the opening, an attachment and detachment section which is provided on the lid section on the side facing the opening of the enclosure and to and from which a replaceable part is attached and detached, and a holding mechanism that allows the enclosure to hold the lid section when the lid section is detached from the enclosure.

FURNITURE WITH INTERWOVEN TAB AND SLOT JOINT

A joint for furniture uses alternating tabs and slots formed along an edge of first and second furniture panels. The panels are joined together so that tabs in the first panel are disposed in slots in the second panel and tabs in the second panel are disposed in slots in the first panel. This arrangement causes the slots to flex outwardly and the tabs to flex inwardly once assembled and creates residual stress in the assembled joint which stiffens the joint. 1. An item of furniture comprising: a first side;', 'a cut which extends into the first panel from the first side to form a first finger and a second finger;', 'a first tab formed on an end of the first finger;', 'a first slot formed adjacent an end of the second finger;, 'a first panel comprising a first side;', 'a cut which extends into the second panel from the first side to form a first finger and a second finger;', 'a second tab formed on an end of the second panel first finger;', 'a second slot formed adjacent an end of the second panel second finger;, 'a second panel comprising the first panel is disposed at an angle to the second panel;', 'the first side of the first panel is disposed adjacent the first side of the second panel;', 'the first finger and second finger of the first panel are elastically bent out of plane relative to the first panel;', 'the first finger and second finger of the second panel are elastically bent out of plane relative to the second panel;', 'the first tab is disposed in the second slot; and', 'the second tab is disposed in the first slot., 'wherein the first panel and the second panel are connected together to form a joint such that2. The item of furniture of claim 1 , wherein the first panel is disposed generally perpendicular to the second panel.3. The item of furniture of claim 1 , wherein the first panel first finger comprise a first shoulder formed on an end thereof adjacent the first tab claim 1 , wherein the first shoulder is disposed adjacent a face of the second panel ...

Robot

A robot includes: a wiring board which is a flexible printed wiring board including a first board wiring line through which current having a first frequency flows in a wiring direction and a second board wiring line through which current having a second frequency which is a frequency smaller than the first frequency flows in the wiring direction; and a shield board which is a flexible printed wiring board including a conductor and which is overlapped with the wiring board in a thickness direction, in which, in an orthogonal direction which is orthogonal to the wiring direction and the thickness direction, a first conductor edge which is one end portion of the conductor, the first board wiring line, the second board wiring line, a second conductor edge which is another end portion of the conductor are lined in this order, and a distance from the second conductor edge to the second board wiring line is shorter than a distance from the first conductor edge to the first board wiring line.

POLE AND SUPPORT BASE ASSEMBLY

Certain embodiments of the present disclosure describe a pole and base assembly. The pole and base assembly includes a pole with an upper engagement portion and a lower engagement portion that are biased toward each other. A base includes a socket to receive the pole and a channel that allows the lower engagement portion to pass through the base. The upper engagement portion is retained on the top surface of the base. When the lower engagement portion is passed through the socket and aligned with a locking portion, the biasing force causes the upper and lower engagement portions to clamp together around the base and lock the pole to the base. 1. A pole and base assembly comprising:a pole with a diameter, wherein said pole includes an upper engagement portion protruding beyond said pole diameter and slidable along said pole, and said pole includes a lower engagement portion protruding beyond said pole diameter at a fixed height on said pole, wherein said upper engagement portion is biased toward said lower engagement portion;a base with a top surface wherein said base includes a socket to receive said diameter of said pole, a channel to allow said lower engagement portion of said pole to pass through said base when said pole is placed through said socket, and a locking portion;wherein said base engages said upper engagement portion and prevents said upper engagement portion from passing through said base when said pole is placed through said socket;wherein sliding movement of said upper engagement portion by urging said pole through said socket against said biasing force allows said pole to pass through said socket a sufficient distance to reach a point of clearance between said lower engagement portion and said socket; and,wherein said locking portion is adapted to receive said lower engagement portion, enabling said upper and lower engagement portions to clamp said base between them when the force against the biasing force is released, locking said pole to said ...

Robot, controller, and robot system

A robot includes a robot arm, a drive unit that drives the robot arm, a first control unit that controls drive of the drive unit, a plurality of detection units at least one of which is an angular velocity sensor as an inertial sensor, and a wiring unit that series-connects the plurality of detection units and the first control unit.

LIFTING DEVICE FOR PLAYARD

A lifting device for a playard includes a slide rail and a connector. A slide groove is provided on a left side of the slide rail. A slide portion cooperating with the slide groove is provided on a right side of the connector. A movable part capable of left-right movement is provided in the connector. The movable part is translationally connected with a pulling member. An upper part of the pulling member is hinged with the connector. A positioning post is fixed on a right end surface of the movable part. A positioning hole is provided on the right side of the connector. A plurality of limiting holes are provided on the left side of the slide rail. A front end surface of the pulling member is provided with a post hole extending backward. The post hole is provided therein with a pressing post adapted to the post hole. 1. A lifting device for a playard , comprising a slide rail and a connector , whereina slide groove is provided on a left side of the slide rail; a slide portion cooperating with the slide groove is provided on a right side of the connector;an elastic movable part is configured to move left and right relative to the connector and is provided inside the connector; the elastic movable part is in transmission connection with a pulling member; an upper part of the pulling member is hinged with the connector; a positioning post is fixed on a right end surface of the elastic movable part; a positioning hole for the positioning post to pass through is provided on the right side of the connector;a plurality of upper and lower limiting holes are provided on the left side of the slide rail; a front end surface of the pulling member is provided with a post hole extending backward;an elastic pressing post adapted to the post hole is provided inside the post hole; a front end of the elastic pressing post extends out of the post hole; a top surface of the front end of the elastic pressing post is provided with a baffle; a pressing portion is provided on the front end ...

COLLABORATIVE ROBOT HAND BEARING FOR HIGH-TORQUE TIGHTENING APPLICATIONS

An apparatus for coupling a robot arm to a tool that is suspended by an ergonomic arm capable of supporting 3D motion of the tool within a working volume. The apparatus includes a tool sleeve configured to accept the tool, a freely rotating rotary fitting coupled to the tool sleeve, and a coupling that couples a distal end of the robot arm to the rotary fitting. When the tool is inserted into the tool sleeve, the tool is free to rotate around the rotational axis with respect to the robot arm, such that a motion of the distal end of the robot arm does not impose a torque between the robot arm and the tool around the rotational axis, and such that motion of the distal end of the robot arm repositions or reorients the tool within at least a portion of the working volume. 1. An apparatus for coupling a robot arm to a tool , comprising:a tool sleeve configured to accept the tool, wherein the tool is suspended by an ergonomic arm capable of supporting 3D motion of the tool within a working volume;a rotary fitting coupled to the tool sleeve, the rotary fitting freely rotating around a rotational axis; anda coupling that couples a distal end of the robot arm to the rotary fitting, wherein when the tool is inserted into the tool sleeve, the tool is free to rotate around the rotational axis with respect to the robot arm, such that a motion of the distal end of the robot arm does not impose a torque between the robot arm and the tool around the rotational axis, and such that the motion of the distal end of the robot arm repositions or reorients the tool within at least a portion of the working volume.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the repositioning includes translating the tool in a horizontal or vertical direction claim 1 , and wherein the reorienting includes rotating the tool around a desired axis that is different from the rotational axis of the rotary fitting.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the rotary fitting is at least one of a ball bearing slip fitting or ...

Bi-Directional Non-Linear Spring

A linear spring member having an annular region with a first thickness connected in series by cylindrical regions having a second thickness, wherein the first thickness is less than the second thickness. Outer portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a first cylindrical region and inner portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a second cylindrical region such that the effective spring rate of the bi-directional spring device increases symmetrically as it is displaced in either compression or tension. 1. A bi-directional nonlinear spring , comprising:a plurality of convolutions revolved about a longitudinal axis each having an annular region with a first thickness connected in series by cylindrical regions having a second thickness, wherein the first thickness is less than the second thickness,wherein outer portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a first cylindrical region and inner portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a second cylindrical region such that the effective spring rate of the bi-directional spring device increases symmetrically as it is displaced in either compression or tension.2. The bi-directional nonlinear spring of claim 1 , wherein adjacent annular regions are parallel.3. The bi-directional nonlinear spring of claim 1 , wherein adjacent annular regions form a cone having a cone angle.4. The bi-directional nonlinear spring of claim 3 , wherein the cone angle formed by adjacent annular regions is increased when the spring is displaced in tension.5. The bi-directional spring of claim 1 , wherein the cylindrical regions have a uniform thickness.6. The bi-directional spring of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the annular region increases in a direction away from a longitudinal axis of the spring.7. The bi-directional spring of claim 6 , wherein the thickness of the annular region increases at a linear rate or a nonlinear rate.8. The bi-directional spring of claim 1 , ...

Vibration Suspension System

A bi-directional spring member is mounted to a support platform, the bi-directional spring member being coupled to a payload. The bi-directional spring member includes a non-linear spring component having a rigid member enclosing at least a portion of a compliant planar member and a linear spring component. The compliant planar member flexes in a direction opposite a direction of low amplitude vibrational forces acting on the compliant planar member to reduce vibrational forces acting on the support platform and the linear spring member flexes to reduce high amplitude vibrational forces acting on the support platform. 1. A vibration suppression suspension system , comprising:a base;a platform suspended relative to the base and supported by a plurality of bi-directional spring struts, wherein each of the bi-directional spring struts comprises:a non-linear spring having a spring rate that increases symmetrically in each of compression and tension as a function of displacement of the non-linear spring, the non-linear spring comprising at least one compliant planar member having a center portion; anda linear spring coupled in series with the non-linear spring at the center portion of the at least one compliant planar member, wherein a longitudinal central axis of the linear spring passes through the center portion of the non-linear spring.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , for a first total spring displacement claim 1 , the non-linear spring comprises a spring rate that is lower than a spring rate of the linear spring claim 1 , and wherein claim 1 , for a second total spring displacement that is greater than the first total spring displacement claim 1 , the spring rate of the non-linear spring is higher than the spring rate of the linear spring.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the linear spring is coupled at the center portion of the at least one compliant planar member by at least one constraint member coupled to the center portion.4. The system of claim 1 ...

Base for a Robotic Arm

Techniques for installing a robotic arm, such as for use in a product packaging environment are described. In an example, a floor-supported plate may define a number of holes to allow connection of the plate to selected locations in the concrete floor. In an example, holes defined in the plate that are in undesirable locations in the concrete floor may not be used to bolt the plate to the floor. In contrast, holes that are in more favorable locations in the plate can be used to bolt the plate to the floor. The floor-supported plate may also be configured with alignment features that assist in connection of one or more supporting or related systems to the plate. Examples of the systems that may be connected to the plate, and/or aligned by contact with the plate, include conveyor systems, case-providing cassette(s), and pallet location and/or alignment guides. 1. A base for a robotic arm , comprising: one or more alignment features configured to connect to one or more respective systems, and to align each connected system with the floor-supported plate in a predetermined spatial relationship, wherein one of the one or more respective systems are a conveyor system, a pallet alignment guide or a case cassette; and', 'a plurality of fastener holes for fasteners defined in the floor-supported plate to attach the floor-supported plate to a floor;, 'a floor-supported plate, the floor-supported plate comprisinga support stand, attached to the floor-supported plate, to elevate the robotic arm to a desired elevation;a lower adjustment plate, attached to the support stand; andan upper adjustment plate, supported by the lower adjustment plate and by adjustable fasteners that allow each corner of the upper adjustment plate to be separated from a corresponding corner of the lower adjustment plate by a distance that makes the upper adjustment plate more level than the lower adjustment plate.2. The base of claim 1 , wherein the one or more alignment features comprises:a notch ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING A FLOATING ROOF DISPOSED IN A STORAGE TANK

Method and apparatus for cribbing a floating roof included in a storage tank whereby a first and a first opposite force are applied between a floor in the storage tank and an internal surface of the floating roof. An additional set of forces are also provided and are constrained according to the first and first opposite force, not only in magnitude, but in position. By constraining these forces to be applied orthogonally to the floating roof, horizontal shear forces can be resisted thus reducing the likelihood of failure of a cribbing unit. 1. A method for supporting a floating roof disposed in a tank wherein the floating roof includes an internal surface ordinarily planar to a floor included in the tank:applying a first force to the internal surface of the floating roof;applying a first opposite force to the floor wherein the first opposite force is substantially equal in magnitude to the first force;adjusting the distance between the applied first force and the first opposite force according to a desired distance between the floor and the internal surface;applying a second force to the internal surface of the floating roof;applying a second opposite force to the floor wherein the second opposite force is substantially equal in magnitude to the second force;constraining the distance between the applied second force and the second opposite force according to the adjusted distance between the applied first force and the first opposite force; andresisting a horizontal force proximate to the internal surface of the floating roof.2. The method of further comprising:applying a third force to the internal surface of the floating roof;applying an third opposite force to the floor wherein the third opposite force is substantially equal in magnitude to the third force; andconstraining the distance between the applied third force and the third opposite force according to at least one of the adjusted distance between the applied first force and the first opposite force and the ...

MECHANICAL AVATAR ASSEMBLY AND SYSTEM FOR USE IN A CONFINED SPACE IN A STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

There is provided a mechanical avatar assembly for use in a confined space in a structure. The mechanical avatar assembly includes a rail assembly for attachment to an access opening to the confined space. The rail assembly includes two or more rail segments coupled together to form an elongated base having a rail and a gear rack extending along a length of the elongated base. The rail assembly further includes a carriage portion coupled to the rail, and movable relative to the rail, and a drive assembly coupled to the carriage portion and to the gear rack, to move the carriage portion along the rail. The mechanical avatar assembly further includes an articulating avatar arm coupled to, and movable via, the carriage portion. The mechanical avatar assembly further includes an image capturing device. 1. A mechanical avatar assembly for use in a confined space in a structure , the mechanical avatar assembly comprising: two or more rail segments coupled together to form an elongated base having a rail and a gear rack extending along a length of the elongated base;', 'a carriage portion coupled to the rail, and movable relative to the rail; and', 'a drive assembly coupled to the carriage portion and to the gear rack, to move the carriage portion along the rail;, 'a rail assembly designed for attachment to an access opening to the confined space in the structure, the rail assembly comprisingan articulating avatar arm coupled to, and movable via, the carriage portion, the articulating avatar arm comprising a plurality of mechanical links, a plurality of joints coupling the plurality of mechanical links together, and one or more actuator assemblies coupled at each joint; andan image capturing device coupled to the articulating avatar arm.2. The mechanical avatar assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a control system coupled to the mechanical avatar assembly claim 1 , and located outside of the confined space of the structure claim 1 , the control system comprising a ...

DISPLAY DEVICE WITH A DETACHABLE SPEAKER MODULE

A display device includes a monitor, a stand, and a speaker module. The monitor includes a first side and a second side. An accommodating groove is formed on the first side, and a slot is formed on the second side. The stand is selectively installed inside the accommodating groove for being stored in the first side of the monitor or inserted into the slot for supporting the monitor on a supporting surface. The speaker module is installed inside the stand for outputting an audio signal transmitted from the monitor. 1. A display device comprising:a monitor comprising a first side and a second side, an accommodating groove being formed on the first side, and a slot being formed on the second side;a stand selectively installed inside the accommodating groove for being stored in the first side of the monitor, or inserted into the slot for supporting the monitor on a supporting surface; anda speaker module installed inside the stand for outputting an audio signal transmitted from the monitor.2. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the stand comprises:a base for accommodating the speaker module; anda supporting frame comprising a first end and a second end, the first end being detachably connected to the base, and the second end being inserted into the slot.3. The display device of claim 2 , further comprising a fixing member for fixing the supporting frame on the monitor.4. The display device of claim 3 , wherein a shape of the accommodating groove of the monitor is corresponding to a shape of the base claim 3 , the base is formed in a V shape claim 3 , and the accommodating groove is formed in a V shape.5. The display device of claim 2 , further comprising a bridging member for connecting the base to the first side of the monitor claim 2 , so as to fix the base inside the accommodating groove.6. The display device of claim 5 , wherein a shape of the accommodating groove of the monitor is corresponding to a shape of the base claim 5 , the base is formed in a V shape ...

CRANE MAT STAND DEVICE

A crane mat stand device comprises a base component with integrated moveable support components. The crane mat stand device organizes and stores a plurality of crane mats, minimizes damage to the load or forklift machine, and maximizes safety during transport. 1. A crane mat stand device comprising:a base component including a top surface and a bottom surface; and in the first position, a top portion of the support component protrudes from the top surface, and', 'in the second position, a bottom portion of the support component protrudes from the bottom surface., 'a support component, wherein the support component is secured within the base component and configured to travel vertically between a first position and a second position,'}2. The crane mat stand device of further comprising a channel element located between the top surface and the bottom surface of the base component claim 1 , the channel element comprising an opening that extends through the base component from a front side surface to a rear side surface of the base component.3. The crane mat stand device of further comprising a compartment element located between the top surface and the bottom surface of the base component claim 1 , the compartment element comprising an opening that extends through the top surface to the bottom surface of the base component.4. The crane mat stand device of claim 1 , wherein the support component further comprises a housing element and a bolster element claim 1 , wherein the bolster element is secured to or integrated with the housing element.5. The crane mat stand device of claim 4 , wherein the bolster element is one or more selected from the group comprising: a rubber pad claim 4 , a wood block claim 4 , a metal mesh claim 4 , a stacking pin.6. The crane mat stand device of further comprising one or more aperture elements located on the top surface of the base component.7. The crane mat stand device of further comprising traction elements located on the top surface of ...

METHOD OF POSITIONING A CARRIER ON A FLAT SURFACE, AND ASSEMBLY OF A CARRIER AND A POSITIONING MEMBER

The invention is directed at a method of positioning a carrier on a flat surface using an positioning member, wherein the carrier comprises an upper part and a base which are connected to each other such as to be arranged remote from each other, wherein the positioning member is arranged between the base and the upper part such that the base is located at an opposite side of the positioning member with respect to the upper part of the carrier, the upper part resting on the positioning member prior to placing of the carrier onto the flat surface, wherein the upper part comprises three engagement elements, and wherein the positioning member comprises a support surface for receiving the three engagement elements of the upper part, said support surface including a plurality of sockets forming a kinematic mount for said three engagement elements, wherein the base comprises three landing elements, each landing element being associated with a respective one of the three engagement elements, and the method comprising the steps of: operating the positioning member for moving the carrier relative to the flat surface in a direction parallel thereto such as to position the carrier above a landing position; performing an action of placing the carrier on the flat surface at the landing position, said action of placing comprising: moving the base towards the flat surface until at least one of said landing elements is in contact with the flat surface and an associated engagement element of said engagement elements is released from the kinematic mount; continue said moving of the base relative to the flat surface until all landing elements are in contact with the flat surface; and continue said action of placing the carrier until all engagement elements are released from the kinematic mount. 1. Method of positioning a carrier on a flat surface using an positioning member ,wherein the carrier comprises an upper part and a base which are connected to each other such as to be arranged ...

Umbrella Bucket

A device for carrying items to a desired location, and there assembled into a weighted umbrella stand that also serves as a fishing rod holder. The device has a container, lid, and tube, with tube extensions providing arms extending outward from the vertical axis of the device such that fishing rod holders and fishing rods may be disposed within the arms. An umbrellas disposed within the extensions and tube, and the container is weighted with available materials such as sand, water, rocks, or the like. 1. An umbrella stand comprising:A container, the container having an interior, a base and an opening;A lid that may be affixed to the opening of the container, the lid having a hole disposed in the center of the lid;The base of the container having a raised ring disposed in the center of the base within the interior of the container;A hollow tube having a top and bottom end, the tube being inserted vertically through the hole in the center of the lid into the interior of the container, the bottom end of the tube being inserted into the raised ring disposed in the center of the base, and the top end of the tube extending above the lid; andAt least one y-extensions, the at least one y-extension affixed to the top end of the tube above the lid, the at least one y-extensions being hollow, and the at least one y-extension having a hollow arm.2. The umbrella stand of wherein the at least one y-extension is two or more y-extensions claim 1 , the umbrella stand further comprising one or more connectors claim 1 , a first of the two or more y-extensions being connected to the top end of the tube claim 1 , one of the one or more connectors being connected to the top of the first of the two or more y-extensions claim 1 , and a second of the two or more y-extensions being connected to the top end of the connector connected to the first of the two or more y-extensions.3. The umbrella stand of wherein more connectors and y-extensions are connected in the described sequence until a ...

Robot

A robot includes an arm, a plurality of motors provided in the arm, and a pipe connected to the arm. Wires passing through the inside of the pipe include a first power line, which is one power line for supplying electric power to a pair or more of the motors among the plurality of motors.

Robotic power and signal distribution using laminated cable with separator webs

Systems and methods that facilitate cables to pass through moving, space-constrained joints and conveying power and/or signals to various robotic joint-associated elements utilize a unitary and flat laminated cable slack within the joint to accommodate the relative motion between mechanical elements of the joints. In various embodiments, the cable has multiple insulated sub-cables; each sub-cable is insulated and physically separable from all other sub-cables. Some of the sub-cables are separated from the cable and electrically connected to joint-associated components for conveying signals and power thereto without mechanically interfering with relative motion between mechanical elements of the joint.

AUXILIARY CALIBRATION DEVICE

The present invention discloses an auxiliary calibration device. The auxiliary calibration device may be configured to mount one or more calibration apparatuses. The auxiliary calibration device includes: a supporting frame; a guide rail, where the guide rail is mounted on the supporting frame; and a slider, where the slider is mounted on the guide rail, movable along the guide rail, and disposed to fasten a calibration apparatus used for calibration. The present invention may be applied to the field of auxiliary calibration devices of vehicles. By disposing a guide rail and a slider structure, the calibration apparatus required by calibration can be conveniently moved to a required position, thereby facilitating calibration for sensors of different types or sensors of a same type in different models of vehicles. Therefore, the auxiliary calibration device has a good commonality and is conveniently used. 1. An auxiliary calibration device configured to mount at least one calibration apparatus , wherein the auxiliary calibration device comprises:a bottom support; a first longitudinal guide rail; and', 'a second longitudinal guide rail disposed in parallel with the first longitudinal guide rail;', 'wherein a first distal end of the first longitudinal guide rail is connected to a first distal end of the second longitudinal guide rail through a first transverse component, a second distal end of the first longitudinal guide rail being connected to a second distal end of the second longitudinal guide rail through a second transverse component;', 'wherein a space in a longitudinal direction is formed between the first transverse component and the second transverse component, a space in a transverse direction being formed between the first longitudinal guide rail and the second longitudinal guide rail;, 'longitudinal guide rails attached to the bottom support, the longitudinal guide rails comprising a board;', 'a first sliding block attached to the board;', 'a second ...

BOTTOM-LOADING COOKING APPLIANCE

A cooking appliance is disclosed, comprising a wall-mounted cooking chamber, i.e. oven, with a bottom-opening door and separate countertop control panel, which facilitates use by individuals with disabilities, injuries or limited mobility, such as wheelchair users. The oven is wall-mounted, at a convenient distance, above a kitchen countertop, leaving a useful area of countertop underneath. Advantageously, it includes a low profile motor driven lift mechanism, housed against the wall beneath the oven and comprising guide rails for lowering the door to counter level and raising it to the closed, cooking position. The door provides a platform for items to be cooked. When lowered to counter level, a user can slide dishes between the platform and the adjacent countertop, without need for lifting as in a conventional stove or wall-mounted oven. An easy to reach, counter-level control unit enables the user to control oven functions including raising/lowering the door. 1. A cooking appliance comprising:a unit comprising a housing containing a cooking chamber (oven) for wall-mounting above a countertop, the cooking chamber having a bottom-opening door that provides, on its upper surface, a platform for items to be cooked;a lift/drive system disposed beneath the housing of the cooking chamber, extending from a back of the housing to countertop level,the door being cantilever mounted on the lift/drive system for moving the door between a raised (closed) position and a lowered (open) position; anda control panel remote from the cooking chamber and the door.2. A cooking appliance according to wherein the control panel comprises a low voltage electronic control panel housed in a separate unit for mounting near countertop level.3. A cooking appliance according to wherein the lift/drive system comprises guide rails extending down from the back wall of the housing of the oven chamber to the countertop level claim 1 , and a motor driven lift having a support bar for the door ...

Inconspicuous Suspension System for Suspending Mobile Computing Devices to Multiple Angles and Orientations with Respect to a Resting Surface or Base

An inconspicuous suspension system of angled and straight cavities for latching a support structure, such as a desktop stand, a floor stand, a hook, or a plurality of hooks, to mobile computing devices and its use to suspend these devices to multiple angles and orientations with respect to a resting surface or base. 1. An inconspicuous suspension system for suspending and positioning a mobile computing device to discrete angles and orientations with respect to a resting surface or base; the suspension system comprising a suspension structure and at least two support cavities; the suspension structure includes one of a desktop stand , a floor stand , a hook , or a plurality of hooks; and the support cavities include at least two sockets , grooves , notches , or slits; wherein each socket , groove , notch , or slit comprises a plurality of walls which may be straight , curved , slanted , horizontal , or vertical , or any combination thereof; and wherein at least one end of the suspension structure is configured to fit into each support cavity of the at least two support cavities; and wherein the mobile computing device includes one of a smart phone , a tablet computer , an electronic display panel , or an electronic book reader; and the resting surface or base includes a table , a floor , a wall , a car dashboard , or any other surface that can support the weight of the mobile computing device; andwherein the at least two support cavities of the suspension system are integrated into a protective cover or case of a mobile computing device wherein at least one support cavity of the at least two support cavities is positioned at, or about, a 90-degree angle from the rest of the at least two support cavities; andwherein the suspension structure is used to suspend and position the protective cover or case and the mobile computing device which it is protecting to discrete angles and orientations with respect to the resting surface or base by placing or securing one end of ...

Vehicle Jack Stand

A jack stand for a vehicle includes a plurality of walls joined together to form a body, the body being hollow. A base is formed by lower edges of the walls and a top surface joins top edges of the walls. One of the walls includes a wall opening and the top includes a top opening, the wall opening and the top opening extending towards one another, meeting proximate the top edge of one of the walls, thereby forming a single, continuous opening extending from the top into one of the walls. 1. A jack stand for a vehicle comprising:a plurality of walls joined together to form a body, the body having a hollow center;a base formed by lower edges of the walls;a side opening in one of the walls;a top opening formed in a top of the body; anda shelf disposed within the body, the shelf including a cut-out portion that is aligned with the side opening;wherein the side opening and the top opening extend towards one another and meet proximate the top edge of the body to form a single, continuous opening.2. The jack stand of claim 1 , wherein the body includes a top surface that is recessed below a top edge of the body.3. The jack stand of claim 2 , further comprising a jack pad claim 2 , the jack pad including an upper support portion and a flange surrounding the upper support portion claim 2 , the flange being configured to rest on the top surface of the jack stand claim 2 , thereby suspending the upper support portion at least partially within the top opening.4. The jack stand of claim 3 , wherein the flange is larger than the top opening.5. The jack stand of claim 1 , wherein the top opening and the side opening are configured to temporarily receive a portion of a floor jack.6. The jack stand of claim 1 , wherein each wall in the plurality of walls includes a lower portion and an upper portion joined by a fillet claim 1 , the upper portion being more vertically oriented than the lower portion.7. The jack stand of claim 1 , further comprising a reinforcing rib disposed on an ...

MULTI-AXIS CARRYING DEVICE

A multi-axis carrying device includes a base, first and second main moving units mounted to the base, a first platform connected to the first and second main moving units, and first and second driving units. The first driving unit has a first output structure coupled to the first main moving unit. The second driving unit has a second output structure coupled to the second main moving unit. When the first and second output structures move in a moving direction, the first and second main moving units are driven to move two opposite sides of the first platform in another direction perpendicular to the moving direction.

SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR LEVELING A SURFACE

A support assembly includes a base having a plurality of slots. Removably received within the slots is a stand having a plurality of legs, a platform, and a support member. The support member has a threaded bore that receives a threaded shaft. Mounted to the threaded shaft is a material holding member such as a yoke. 1. A support assembly , comprising:a base;a stand removably connected to the base;wherein the stand has a plurality of legs, a platform, and a support member.2. The assembly of further comprising a yoke removably attached to the stand.3. The assembly of wherein the base has a plurality of slots that receive the stand.4. The assembly of wherein the slots each have a flexible prong.5. The assembly of wherein the slots have an outer wall claim 3 , a top wall claim 3 , an end wall claim 3 , and an open bottom having an arcuate section.6. The assembly of wherein the support member receives a threaded shaft and the threaded shaft receives a yoke. This application claims priority to Provisional Application U.S. Ser. No. 62/092,626 filed on Dec. 16, 2014, which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.This invention is directed to a support assembly for establishing a level and/or flat surface or structural elements for construction such as roadways, driveways, sidewalks, patios, bridges, decks, elevated floors, basements, parking lots, feed lots, building floors, roofs, reinforcing mats, mesh, level subgrade, concrete overlays, sloped slabs and the like. More particularly, this invention is directed to a support system that maintains the finished elevation of a surface, slabs, floors and structural elements.Leveling tools and guides are known in the art. Typically a stake or post is driven into the ground with a marker indicating a desired height of a finished surface. Sometimes, to insulate the finished surface a layer of plastic or other material is laid on the ground. While insulation is provided the posts are driven through the plastic layer or ...

LOAD MANIPULATOR WITH IMPROVED BALANCING

Load manipulator comprising a boom arm () and a return arm () parallel to each other, a loading bar () and a counterbar () so as to form a deformable parallelogram, an approximately horizontal pivot axis on which one of the arms of the parallelogram is articulated, and balancing means () applying a force at an compensation application point (C) to compensate for the force due to the load, said point being a point on the return arm () and a point on the counterbar such that it is always in line with point (M) on the loading bar at which the force due to the load is applied and the rotation axis, in which the balancing means () comprise a first counterweight () and a second counterweight () and a jack to compensate for the value of the force due to the load, the first counterweight () and the jack applying a force onto the compensation application point (C) and the second counterweight () applying a force on the boom arm (). 111-. (canceled)13. Manipulator according to claim 12 , comprising a third counterweight and a fourth counterweight claim 12 , the third counterweight being supported by the return arm not articulated about the rotation axis and the fourth counterweight being supported by the counterbar claim 12 , the value of the third counterweight and the value and the position of the fourth counterweight being chosen such that the value of the balancing force applied at the compensation application point is a linear function of the force applied by the load on the loading bar and the position of the third counterweight being chosen so as to compensate for the effect of the fourth counterweight on balancing of the manipulator at no load.14. Manipulator according to claim 13 , in which the third counterweight has an adjustable position along the return arm that supports it and the fourth counterweight has an adjustable position along the counterbar.15. Manipulator according to claim 12 , in which all or part of the counterweights are formed by elements with a ...

PERSONAL VIEWING DEVICE

A portable, freestanding, adjustable, and deconstructable personal viewing device. The personal viewing device may comprise a removably coupled base member, mast member, and branch member. The base member, mast member, and branch member, when coupled, can be freestanding or the base member can be configured to fit under a surface designed for a person in the supine position. The branch member can be configured to hold an appliance, such as a mirror or a flashlight. The branch member can also be configured rotate to allow viewing from a standing, sitting, or supine position. The personal viewing device comprises components that are coupled without the use of fasteners and can be deconstructed with limited dexterity. When deconstructed, the personal viewing device can be transported and reconstructed. 1. A personal viewing device comprising:a base member for resting on a resting surface, wherein the base member is coupled to a mast member that extends from the base member in a direction that is not parallel to the resting surface;the mast member coupled to a branch member that extends from the mast member, wherein the branch member comprises a first portion that extends in a direction that is not parallel to the direction that the mast member extends from the base member and parallel to the resting surface;the base member comprises a bent rod that rests on the resting surface with a stud extending from the bent rod, and with the mast member coupled to the stud of the base member;the mast member comprising two or more rods each having a sleeved end and an unsleeved end, and the two or more rods coupled to each other by inserting the unsleeved end of one rod into the sleeved end of another rod;the branch member comprising a sleeved end that couples to the unsleeved end of the rods that make up the mast member;the branch member further configured to hold at least one appliance; andthe base member, mast member, branch member, and appliance are assembled without the use of ...

Lifting Device for Umbrella

A lifting device for an umbrella includes a base, a plurality of fixing seats secured on the base, a plurality of movable members each movably mounted in the respective fixing seat, a pressing module movably mounted on the base and pressing the movable members, a threaded rod mounted on the base and connected with the pressing module, and a drive handle connected with the threaded rod. The pressing module includes a driven rod and two pressing rods. Each of the pressing rods is provided with a straight pressing portion that is movable to press the respective movable member and at least one recessed release portion that is movable to receive the respective movable member. Thus, each of the movable members is rotatable freely so that the lifting device is moved on the ground easily.

AUXILIARY CALIBRATION DEVICE

The present invention discloses an auxiliary calibration device. The auxiliary calibration device may be configured to mount one or more calibration apparatuses. The auxiliary calibration device includes: a supporting frame; a guide rail, where the guide rail is mounted on the supporting frame; and a slider, where the slider is mounted on the guide rail, movable along the guide rail, and disposed to fasten a calibration apparatus used for calibration. The present invention may be applied to the field of auxiliary calibration devices of vehicles. By disposing a guide rail and a slider structure, the calibration apparatus required by calibration can be conveniently moved to a required position, thereby facilitating calibration for sensors of different types or sensors of a same type in different models of vehicles. Therefore, the auxiliary calibration device has a good commonality and is conveniently used. 1. An auxiliary calibration device configured to mount at least one calibration apparatus , wherein the auxiliary calibration device comprises:a bottom support;longitudinal guide rails attached to the bottom support, the longitudinal guide rails comprising:a first longitudinal guide rail; anda second longitudinal guide rail disposed in parallel with the first longitudinal guide rail;wherein a first distal end of the first longitudinal guide rail is connected to a first distal end of the second longitudinal guide rail through a first transverse component, a second distal end of the first longitudinal guide rail being connected to a second distal end of the second longitudinal guide rail through a second transverse component;wherein a space in a longitudinal direction is formed between the first transverse component and the second transverse component, a space in a transverse direction being formed between the first longitudinal guide rail and the second longitudinal guide rail;a longitudinal slider configured to be movable along the longitudinal guide rails, the ...

SPACER PARTS CARRYING ELEMENT

Spacer parts carrying element provided for being mounted on a pedestal, which carrying element comprises a plate having an upper face and a lower face, said lower face being provided with a set of legs provided for gripping into an opening applied in a carrying surface of the pedestal, said legs of said set being applied around a perforation extending from the upper towards the lower face, each leg comprises a base part and a head part connected among each other by an intermediate part, the head part having a width inferior to the one of the base part, the head part having a width superior to the one of the intermediate part, the head part extending along a border of a space extending in an extension of the perforation. 1321456710781112131212314. Spacer parts () carrying element () provided for being mounted on a pedestal () for raising a surface , which carrying element comprises a plate () having an upper face () and a lower face () , said spacer parts being placed on the upper face in such a manner as to extend upwards as from this upper face , said lower face being provided with a set of legs () provided for gripping into an opening applied in a carrying surface of the pedestal , said legs() of said set () being applied around a perforation () extending from the upper towards the lower face , characterised in that each leg comprises a base part () and a head part () connected among each other by an intermediate part () , the head part () having a width (L) inferior to the one (L) of the base part , the head part having a width superior to the one (L) of the intermediate part , the head part extending along a border of a space () extending in an extension of the perforation.21231141142135. Spacer parts carrying element as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the head part comprises a first circumference having a first segment (f) claim 1 , a second segment (f) and a third segment (f) claim 1 , the first segment (f) facing said space () claim 1 , which first ...

Automotive Engine Support Stand

This present invention provides a supporting device to be used in lifting and supporting an automotive vehicle engine during repair of the engine. The support device has a middle plate having a threaded aperture extending through the middle plate. The middle plate is above a lower base and the middle plate is supported by a plurality of legs on the lower base. A threaded shaft extends through the aperture in the middle plate and through a threaded middle grip attached to the middle plate. A substantially flat engine support platform is rotatably mounted on an upper end of the threaded shaft by the repair mechanic. Another grip permanently engages the threaded shaft and facilitates the rotation of the threaded shaft. A ball bearing is used to allow minor adjustments to the angle and position the engine as the engine is being lifted by the support device. 1. A support device for raising and supporting an automotive vehicle engine during repair of the engine , the support device comprising:a middle plate having a threaded aperture extending through the middle plate;said middle plate supported above a lower base by at least one support leg extending between the middle plate and the lower base;a threaded shaft extending through the aperture in the middle plate, the threads of the shaft engaging the threads of the threaded aperture;a substantially flat engine support platform rotatably mounted on an upper end of the threaded shaft; andan upper grip permanently engaging the threaded shaft, said upper grip facilitating the rotation of the threaded shaft.2. The support device of claim 1 , wherein said engine support platform has two reinforcing collars extending downwardly from two opposed edges of the engine support platform.3. The support device of claim 1 , wherein said engine support platform is rectangular.4. The support device of claim 1 , wherein the engine support platform has an upper surface covered by a resistant pad.5. The support device of claim 1 , wherein a ...

ADJUSTABLE BALLAST SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SAME

A testing system configured to determine at least one physical characteristic of a work piece. The testing system includes an effector frame having an effector interface configured for coupling with a manipulator assembly. The effector frame includes at least one torque sensor. A ballast bracket is configured for coupling between the at least one torque sensor and the work piece. The ballast bracket includes a sensor interface coupled with the at least one torque sensor, and at least one work piece latch configured for coupling with the work piece. A movable ballast assembly is coupled with the ballast bracket, and includes a counter ballast movably coupled with the ballast bracket and movable relative to the at least one torque sensor. A ballast actuator coupled with the counter ballast is configured to move the counter ballast relative to the at least one torque sensor. 1. A testing system configured to determine at least one physical characteristic of a work piece , the testing system comprising:an effector frame configured for coupling with a manipulator, the effector frame includes an effector interface configured for coupling with the manipulator assembly, and the effector frame includes at least one torque sensor; a sensor interface coupled with the at least one torque sensor; and', 'at least one work piece latch configured for coupling with the work piece;, 'a ballast bracket configured for coupling between at least one torque sensor and the work piece, the ballast bracket includes a counter ballast movably coupled with the ballast bracket and movable relative to the at least one torque sensor; and', 'a ballast actuator coupled with the counter ballast and configured to move the counter ballast relative to the at least one torque sensor., 'a movable ballast assembly coupled with the ballast bracket, the movable ballast assembly includes2. The testing system of comprising torque modulation module in communication with the at least one torque sensor and the ...

LIFTING DEVICE FOR USE AT A MANUAL WORK STATION

A lifting device includes a framework () and a manipulator arm () pivotally connected to the framework. The manipulator arm includes a first end portion () and a second end portion () adapted to carry a tool (). A balancing arrangement () includes a first part () connected to the framework and a second part () adapted to interact with the first end portion. At least one of the manipulator arm and the balancing arrangement includes a first balancing device (), which is extendable to ensure that interaction between the second part and the first end portion is maintained. The first balancing device is adapted to generate a first balancing force which maintains a moment balance about the first joint. The manipulator arm has at least two rotational degrees of freedom in a first spherical coordinate system (). 113-. (canceled)1411. Lifting device () for use at a manual work station , which lifting device () comprises:{'b': '2', 'a framework ();'}{'b': 8', '2', '9', '8', '19', '13', '9', '8', '13', '20, 'an elongate manipulator arm () pivotally connected to the framework () by a first joint (), which elongate manipulator arm () comprises a first end portion () and a second end portion () located on opposite sides of the first joint () as seen in the longitudinal direction of the manipulator arm (), wherein the second end portion () is adapted to carry at least one tool ();'}{'b': 7', '30', '39', '7', '30', '39', '2', '2', '7', '30', '39', '7', '30', '39', '9', '7', '30', '39', '19', '8, 'i': a;', 'a;', 'a', 'a;', 'a', 'b;', 'b;', 'b, 'a balancing arrangement (; , ) comprising a first part () connected to the framework (), so that said framework () connects the first part (; ) of the balancing arrangement (; , ) and the first joint (), and a second part () adapted to interact with the first end portion () of the manipulator arm ();'}{'b': 8', '7', '30', '39', '11', '31', '34', '11', '31', '34', '7', '30', '39', '7', '30', '39', '19', '8', '8', '9', '11', '31', '34', '19', ' ...

HINGED CLAMP AND STAND ELEMENT BUILDING BLOCKS

A building block includes a plurality of panel elements that are each rotatable relative to each other one of the plurality of panel elements; a connecting pin that passes through and rotatably connects the plurality of panel elements to each other; and a plurality of connectors, each connector rotatably attached to a respective panel element, where each one of the panel elements includes at least on locking feature configured to create a releasably fixed connection between adjacent panel elements. A connector assembly, including two barrel connectors that are rotatable relative to an I-shaped main body of the connector assembly, can connect multiple building blocks to each other. 1. A first connector assembly that is connectable to a second connector assembly that is structured like the first connector assembly , the first connector assembly comprising: a center section that has a width that extends, from a first exterior side edge of the center section to a second exterior side edge of the center section, in a first direction and a length that extends, from a first end of the center section to a second end of the center section, in a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction;', 'a first arm section that is connected to the center section at the first end of the center section and extends longitudinally in the first direction from a center longitudinal axis of the main section to beyond the first exterior side edge of the center section, thereby forming a first arm, and from the center longitudinal axis of the main section to beyond the second exterior side edge of the center region, thereby forming a second arm; and', 'a second arm section that is connected to the center section at the second end of the center section and extends longitudinally in the first direction from the center longitudinal axis of the main section to beyond the first exterior side edge of the center section, thereby forming a third arm, and from the center longitudinal ...

RAISABLE OR ROTATABLE BED FOR CONSOLE

Disclosed is a console bed mechanism to provide access to controls on console bed transported in a transport case. The console bed mechanism may include a base plate positioned in the transport case and comprising a bearing, an upper plate secured to the console bed and connected via the bearing to the base plate, a rotation arm having a lower end mounted to the base plate and an upper end mounted to the upper plate, the rotation arm configured to rotate the console bed between: a transport position in which the console bed is at least partially in the transport case, and an operation position in which the console bed is at least partially above the transport case and is positioned to be operated, and also including an elevation arm that raises the console bed and having a lower end mounted to the transport case and an upper end secured to the base plate. 1. A console bed mechanism for providing access to a console bed transported in a transport case , the console bed mechanism comprising:a base plate positioned in the transport case and comprising a bearing;an upper plate secured to the console bed and connected via the bearing to the base plate;a rotation arm having a lower end mounted to the base plate and an upper end mounted to the upper plate, the rotation arm configured to rotate the console bed between:(a) a transport position in which the console bed is at least partially in the transport case, and(b) an operation position in which the console bed is at least partially above the transport case and is positioned to be operated; andan elevation arm configured to raise the console bed.2. The console bed mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the elevation arm has a lower end mounted to the transport case and an upper end secured to the base plate.3. The console bed mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the elevation arm raises the console bed to a second operation position with a second height different from the height of the operation position claim 1 , ...

Bottled Water Transporting Device

This invention is a device to safely transport drinking water containers or other liquids in containers. The invention is designed in two parts that can interlock at the center to form a stable ‘X’ shape. The invention can be disassembled for easy storage and re assembled to carry large bottles of water or other fluids in similar containers in various modes of transportation without spilling. The invention can be constructed as a one-part design without changing the spirit of the invention. 13-. (canceled)4. Can carry water battles in a moving vehicle.5. Has cut outs in each of the four upright supports for fixing carrier securely in a moving vehicle employing seat belts of the vehicle. The present design relates to transportation of water or fluids in containers in carriers or supports. More specifically, the present invention relates to a means of transporting drinking water in 1, 2.5, 3 and 5 gallon jugs but can be created in various sizes and diameter to accommodate any size container of water or fluid. Transporting large filled bottles of water can be dangerous requiring them to be tied down, or secured in any number of ways to prevent the weight of the container from becoming a moving hazard during transport inside the vehicle of transport. This utilitarian invention solves these many problems by holding the container in a holder/carrier that can be used to transport the container safely reducing the risk of hazard.The present invention relates to a means of transporting and storing water in a holder that can be assembled and disassembled for ease of use. It is constructed of two nearly identical parts that, when assembled, provide 4 upright posts to contain and support any size container of fluids to prevent spillage or overturning during transport. This creates a new design such that fluid filled containers can be held in this safe way for transport. The design can be created in any number of appropriately sturdy materials, wood, plastic, metal or any ...

COUNTERBALANCED SUPPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE

An arm assembly and hand assembly for supporting metrology equipment is provided. The hand assembly includes a boom arm having a proximal end coupled to a distal end of the arm assembly and a distal end coupled to a carriage assembly of the hand assembly. The carriage assembly is configured to support the metrology equipment in such a way so as to align the center of gravity of the metrology equipment substantially at the center of rotation of the hand assembly. The arm assembly includes an upper arm that is supported by way of a first counterbalance mechanism and/or a first brake mechanism and a forearm extending from a distal end of the upper arm, the forearm being supported by a second counterbalance mechanism and/or a second brake mechanism by way of a drive assembly. A hub assembly associated with a counterbalance mechanism includes an adjustment mechanism. 1. A support system for holding and repositioning an object such as metrology equipment , the support system comprising:an arm assembly; anda hand assembly coupled to said arm assembly, said hand assembly being configured to selectively engage with the object,wherein said arm assembly comprises a shoulder assembly, an elbow assembly, and an upper arm extending therebetween, said upper arm being moveable between a lowered configuration and a raised configuration by rotating the upper arm about a first axis, the first axis being associated with the shoulder assembly, thereby causing the elbow assembly to move along an arc about the first axis,wherein said arm assembly further comprises a forearm extending from said elbow assembly, said forearm being moveable between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration by rotating the forearm about a second axis, the second axis being associated with the elbow assembly, thereby causing a distal end of the forearm to move along an arc about the second axis, andwherein said hand assembly is coupled to said distal end of said forearm.2. The support system of ...

DISPLAY INSTALLATION APPARATUS AND MULTI-DISPLAY HAVING THE SAME

A display installation apparatus and a multi-display including the same are discussed. The display installation apparatus can include a first position setting part inserted into a guide rail to be slidably moved in a first direction, and selectively fixed in a first position in the first direction; a second position setting part positioned at the first position setting part to be slidably moved in a second direction, and selectively fixed in a second position in the second direction; a third position setting part positioned at the second position setting part to be moved in a third direction, and selectively fixed in a third position in the third direction; and a fastening part provided in a display and detachably attached to the third position setting part to install the display into the display installation apparatus. 1. A display installation apparatus , comprising:a first position setting part coupled to a guide rail to be slidably moved in a first direction that is a longitudinal direction of the guide rail, the first position setting part selectively fixed in a first position in the first direction;a second position setting part positioned at the first position setting part to be slidably moved in a second direction that is a width direction of the guide rail, the second position setting part selectively fixed in a second position in the second direction;a third position setting part positioned at the second position setting part to be moved in a third direction that is a forward direction of the guide rail, the third position setting part selectively fixed in a third position in the third direction; anda fastening part, which is provided for a display and detachably attached to the third position setting part to install the display into the display installation apparatus.2. The display installation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first position setting part comprises:a first position setting part body slidably moved on the guide rail;a second ...

Stand for Wigs

A stand for holding at least one wig having a base where one or more dowels may be stacked thereon to hold a dome upon which a wig may be placed, and in which base the dowels and dome may be stored for storage or transport. 1. A stand for holding at least one wig comprising:a. a base having a plurality of elongated indentations;b. a support located on a top portion of the base, which support has a connecting tip extending upwardly from the base;c. a first dowel which can fit within one of the elongated indentations, which dowel has a first end that engages with the connecting tip of the support and a second end that has a configuration similar to the connecting tip; andd. a dome having a central portion with a channel therein, which channel engages with the second end of the dowel.2. A stand according to further comprising a plurality of additional dowels identical to the first dowel wherein the dowels can be sequentially connected one on top of another claim 1 , increasing the stand's height.3. A stand according to wherein the dowels all fit within the elongated indentations.4. A stand according to wherein the plurality of elongated indentations is located on the top portion of the base.5. A stand according to wherein the dowels are placed within the elongated indentations and the channel in the dome is fit onto the connecting tip of the support.6. A stand for holding at least one wig comprising:a. a base having a top portion with at least one hole in the top portion;b. a plurality of elongated indentations on the base;c. at least one dowel which can fit within one of the elongated indentations, which dowel has a first end that fits within the hole on the top portion of the base and a second end that has a connecting tip; andd. a dome having a central portion with a channel therein, which channel engages with the connecting tip on the second end of the dowel.7. A stand according to further comprising a plurality of additional dowels identical to the first dowel ...

TABLET STAND APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD

A stand apparatus, a system and a method have a post connected to a base and a housing connected to the post. A handheld computer device, such as a tablet, is tethered to the housing. An alarm is activated by disconnecting the tablet from the housing. A sensor cable is connected to the tablet and the housing. A power cord powers the alarm and provides power via the sensor cable for charging and/or for recharging the tablet. 1. A system for electrically connecting and securing a device to a stand , the system comprising:a base;a post having top and a bottom defining a height of the post wherein the bottom of the post connects to the base wherein the post extends in a substantially vertical direction from the base and further wherein the height of the post is at least twenty inches;a housing connected adjacent to the top of the post wherein the device connects to the housing;an alarm associated with the housing wherein the alarm is activated by disconnecting the device from the housing; anda power cord connected to the housing wherein the power cord powers the alarm and charges the device.2. The system of wherein the height of the post is in a range from approximately twenty-four inches to approximately sixty inches.3. The system of further comprising:an access point on the housing to control the operation of the alarm wherein the access point requires keyed access.4. The system of wherein the alarm produces an alarm signal.5. The system of further comprising:a teach button connected to the housing wherein the teach button controls operation of the device.6. The system of further comprising:a second housing connected to the post wherein a second device connects to the second housing.7. The system of further comprising:a sensor cable connected to the housing and further connected to a clamp wherein the clamp connects to the device.8. The system of wherein the post has a bent portion located between an upper portion of the post and a lower portion of the post wherein ...

GRAVITY-COUNTERBALANCED ROBOT ARM

An arm assembly for use in a robot to provide gravity counterbalancing of the robot arms. The arm assembly includes an arm and a drive assembly. The arm assembly includes a differential interconnecting the drive assembly with the arm link. The differential is attached to a torso-side or upper end of the arm link, and the differential is adapted to provide gravity counterbalancing for the predefined mass of the arm link. A pair of half counterweights are provided and arranged to each move in one degree of freedom and to provide two equal counterweights to the differential's two inputs such as input gears, pulleys, or the like. The drive assembly includes two motors that are grounded. In some embodiments, both the motors and the counterweights are spaced apart from the robot's shoulder, i.e., spaced apart from the differential near the robot's pelvis or low in the torso. 1. An arm apparatus for use in a robot to provide gravity counterbalancing , comprising:an arm link with a predefined mass;a drive assembly selectively operating to move the arm link through a range-of-motion; anda differential mechanism interconnecting the drive assembly with the arm link, wherein the differential mechanism is attached to an end of the arm link and wherein the differential mechanism is adapted to provide gravity counterbalancing for the predefined mass of the arm link.2. The arm apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the predefined mass is the mass of the arm link combined with an effective mass of all serially-connected links downstream of the arm link.3. The arm apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the differential mechanism comprises two pairs of bevel gears each including an input gear and wherein each of the input gears has a counterweight providing the gravity counterbalancing for the predefined mass of the arm link.4. The arm apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the counterweights each are configured to provide equal amounts of counter torque to balance the arm link against gravity.5. The arm ...

LEVELING DEVICE FOR PORTABLE STOVE

A leveling kit for a portable stove is provided. The leveling kit can include plurality of leveling devices. Each leveling device can include a mounting plate having a plurality of openings. Each leveling device can further include a fastener that extends through the mounting plate to couple the leveling device with the portable stove and a leveling member having a foot. The leveling member can be configured to have an adjustable height. 1. A leveling device for a portable stove comprising:a spine member;a plurality of arms coupled to the spine member, wherein a first arm is coupled to a first surface of the spine member and a second arm is coupled to a second surface of the spine member; anda leveling member coupled to an end of each of the plurality of arms, wherein each leveling member is independently adjustable such that the portable stove is substantially level with respect to an underlying surface.2. The leveling device of claim 1 , wherein the first surface and the second surface are the same surface of the spine member.3. The leveling device of claim 1 , wherein the first surface and the second surface are different surfaces of the spine member.4. The leveling device of claim 1 , further comprising a third arm coupled to the first surface of the spine member and a fourth arm coupled to the second surface of the spine member.5. The leveling device of claim 4 , wherein the first surface and the second surface are the same surface of the spine member.6. The leveling device of claim 4 , wherein the first surface is a top surface of the spine member and the second surface is a bottom surface of the spine member.7. The leveling device of claim 4 , wherein the first arm and the third arm are coupled on a right side of the spine member and the second arm and fourth arm are coupled to a left side of the spine member.8. The leveling device of claim 4 , wherein the first arm and the second arm are coupled on a right side of the spine member and the third arm and the ...

MEDICAL HOLDING ARM HAVING ANNULAR LED DISPLAY MEANS

A holding apparatus, in particular a holding arm and/or tripod, for medical purposes, comprises a proximal end for attaching the holding apparatus to a base and a distal end for receiving an add-on device; at least one first and one second arm segment, wherein the first arm segment is connected to a first joint and the second arm segment is connected to a second joint, wherein each joint is releasable and lockable; an operating device for releasing and/or locking the respective joint for putting the holding apparatus into a desired pose; and a first display unit which is arranged on the first joint and a second display unit which is arranged on the second joint. The first and/or second display unit is configured to display at least one status of the holding apparatus and/or of an add-on device that is different from the releasing and/or locking of the respective joint. The invention further relates to a method. 1. A holding apparatus for holding a surgical mechatronic assistance system and/or a surgical instrument , the holding apparatus comprising:a proximal end for attaching the holding apparatus to a base and a distal end for receiving an add-on device;at least one first and one second arm segment, wherein the first arm segment is connected to a first joint and the second arm segment is connected to a second joint, wherein each joint is releasable and lockable;an operating device for releasing and/or locking the respective joint for putting the holding apparatus into a desired pose, wherein the operating device is configured to release the respective joint when there is contact between an operator and one of the first and second arm segments; anda first display unit which is arranged on the first joint and a second display unit which is arranged on the second joint, which are configured to indicate whether a respective joint is released or locked,wherein the first and/or second display unit is formed as a ring shaped light source around a pivot axis of the ...

RELOCATION AND SUPPORT DEVICE

The present invention relates to the relocation and support of construction equipment. Specifically, the invention relates a relocation and support device which supports a machine on a working deck by transferring the machine load to the structure through reaction collar assembly units. Additionally, the invention enables the vertically relocation of a machine. Safety features are included. 1. A relocation and support device comprising: a) a mounting flange; b) at least 1 relocation sheave; c) a reaction collar assembly; d) a reaction pipe; e) a bearing pin; f) a relocation cable; and g) a cable dead end.2. The relocating and support device of claim 1 , where in the device optionally comprises a relocation hoist or second upper relocation sheave.3. The relocation and support device of claim 1 , wherein the reaction assembly collar comprises: a reaction collar plate claim 1 , a thrust angle claim 1 , a stiffener plate claim 1 , a bearing beam assembly claim 1 , a lifting beam claim 1 , a lifting beam pin claim 1 , a failsafe assembly claim 1 , a wedge block claim 1 , a spacer block claim 1 , a shim plate claim 1 , a failsafe stop roller claim 1 , a failsafe adjustment bolt and a failsafe seating bolt.4. The relocation and support device of claim 1 , wherein the device has a failsafe system comprised of a failsafe assembly claim 1 , a wedge block claim 1 , a spacer block claim 1 , a shim plate claim 1 , a failsafe stop roller claim 1 , a failsafe adjustment bolt and a failsafe seating bolt.5. The relocation and support device of claim 4 , wherein the wedge block is at an angle such that it prevents downward movement.6. The relocation and support device of claim 1 , wherein the reaction collar assembly can be relocated as the machine is vertically relocated.7. The stabilizing device of claim 1 , wherein the reaction collar assembly components are selected from the group consisting of: a reaction collar plate claim 1 , a thrust angle claim 1 , a stiffener plate claim 1 ...

Robot linear-object management structure and additional linear-object fixing member

A linear-object management structure for a robot, where a post-attached linear object is guided via the same path as a basic cable from inside a base and fixed at the position of a first fixing member, is subsequently extended forward beyond the basic cable, through a path closer to a first axis than the basic cable is, is curved in a direction along a first arm, is fixed to a side surface of the first arm, at the position of a second fixing member, such that a certain length margin required for the operation of the first arm is provided between the position of the first fixing member and the position of the second fixing member, and is guided to an upper-side movable portion along the first arm.

DISPLAY SUPPORT STRUCTURE

A support structure for supporting a display includes a post extending between a first end and a second end, an arm movably coupled to the post, and a grip assembly for moveably coupling the arm to the post. The grip assembly includes a housing, an actuator assembly, a retention component movably positioned in the housing, and a resilient member that biases the retention component to a first position, in which, the grip assembly is engaged to the post. 1. A support structure for supporting a display comprising:a post extending between a first end and a second end;an arm movably coupled to the post; a housing,', 'an actuator assembly,', 'a retention component movably positioned in the housing, and', 'a resilient member that biases the retention component to a first position, in which, the grip assembly is engaged to the post., 'a grip assembly for moveably coupling the arm to the post, the grip assembly including,'}2. The support structure of claim 1 , wherein the actuator assembly includes a first actuator and a second actuator.3. The support structure of claim 1 , wherein movement of the actuator assembly is configured to move the retention component to a second position claim 1 , in which the grip assembly is disengaged from the post.4. The support structure of claim 3 , wherein the grip assembly is movable in an axial direction of the post.5. The support structure of claim 4 , wherein the grip assembly further includes a bearing surface that assists a user in moving the arm relative to the post.6. The support structure of claim 1 , wherein the post includes a set of tracks and the grip assembly is movable within the tracks.7. The support structure of claim 5 , wherein the grip assembly includes a forward extending lip that engages the tracks.8. The support structure of claim 1 , wherein the arm includes a first arm rotatably coupled to the grip assembly claim 1 , a second arm rotatably coupled to the first arm claim 1 , and a mounting head rotatably coupled to ...

LINEAR MOTION GUIDE

A linear motion guide includes a guide rail disposed on a floor, a block movably mounted on the guide rail, a height adjustment module disposed between the guide rail and the floor, where the height adjustment module includes a support disposed on the floor to support the guide rail and a heating unit heating the support, where a gap between the floor and the guide rail is adjusted as the support is thermally heated by the heating unit. 1. A linear motion guide , comprising:a guide rail disposed on a floor;a block movably mounted on the guide rail;a height adjustment module disposed between the guide rail and the floor, a support disposed on the floor to support the guide rail; and', 'a heating unit which heats the support,, 'wherein the height adjustment module compriseswherein a gap between the floor and the guide rail is adjusted as the support is thermally heated by the heating unit.2. The linear motion guide of claim 1 , further comprising a support plate which supports the guide rail and is disposed under the guide rail.3. The linear motion guide of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of height adjustment modules is provided and arranged at predetermined intervals along a longitudinal direction of the guide rail.4. The linear motion guide of claim 1 , wherein the support has a cylindrical shape.5. The linear motion guide of claim 4 , wherein the support includes at least one of Invar claim 4 , Superinvar claim 4 , Kovar and Inconel.6. The linear motion guide of claim 1 , wherein the heating unit includes a coil disposed around the support.7. The linear motion guide of claim 6 , wherein the height adjustment module further comprises a cover which covers the support and the coil to prevent heat transferred from the coil to the support from being dissipated to an outside.8. The linear motion guide of claim 1 , whereinthe height adjustment module is configured to calculate a change in the length of the support using a volume of the support, a thermal expansion ...

Mobile One-Handed Tube-Feeding Syringe Support

A tube feeding syringe holder having a continuously flexible, shape-holding arm supporting a drop-in syringe receiver at its terminal end. The syringe receiver is a generally circular, non-expanding collar with a bore sized to permit a syringe to be dropped into place axially, in a one-handed operation. The apparatus allows the feeding operation to be hands-free once started. In a preferred form the flexible arm is mounted on a tripod base with a vertically adjustable support post. 1. A tube feeding syringe holder for holding an inverted syringe , comprising:a base;a flex support arm connected to and extending from the base, the flex support arm being continuously bendable over its length to an essentially infinite number of self-sustaining positions within an arc or volume defined within the length of the flex support arm; and,an axial syringe-receiving collar on the end of the flex support arm, the collar comprising a horizontal rigid non-expanding ring member with a fixed-diameter vertical throughbore, the collar movable on the flex support arm to an essentially infinite number of horizontal feeding positions relative to the tripod base within the arc or volume defined within the length of the flex support arm.2. The tube feeding syringe holder of claim 1 , further including an inverted syringe inserted axially into the vertical throughbore through an upper end of the throughbore and positively stopped and held in the collar by interference between a portion of the syringe and the collar.3. The tube feeding syringe holder of claim 1 , wherein the collar's vertical throughbore has a narrowing taper from the upper end to its lower end.4. The tube feeding syringe holder of claim 1 , wherein base comprises a freestanding portable tripod comprising three or more legs.5. The tube feeding syringe holder of claim 4 , wherein the flex support arm is secured at a lower end to a height-adjustable post mounted on the freestanding portable tripod.6. The tube feeding syringe ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic device includes a display, a locking member, a resilient member, and a supporting foot. The locking member is movably mounted to the display and including a protrusion. The resilient member is coupled between the locking member and the display. The supporting foot includes a supporting bracket and a rotating assembly coupled to the supporting bracket. The rotating assembly includes a pivot capable of moving the locking member. The pivot includes a latching slot. When the pivot is inserted into the display, the pivot moves the locking member and deforms the resilient member. When the protrusion aligns with the latching slot of the pivot, the resilient member moves the locking member, to allow the protrusion to engage in the latching slot. 1. An electronic device comprising:a display comprising a rear plate;a locking member movably mounted to the rear plate and comprising a protrusion and an extending plate;a resilient member coupled between the locking member and the rear plate, the resilient member configured to urge the locking member move towards a first direction and to allow the extending plate to expose out of the rear plate; anda supporting foot comprising a supporting bracket and a rotating assembly coupled to the supporting bracket, wherein the rotating assembly comprises a pivot inserted into the rear plate, and the pivot comprises a latching slot to engage with the protrusion of the locking member under a force of the resilient member.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the protrusion of the locking member comprising a slanted surface claim 1 , when the pivot is inserted into the rear plate claim 1 , the pivot abuts against the slanted surface to move the locking member toward a second direction opposite to the first direction claim 1 , the resilient member is deformed claim 1 , when the protrusion aligns with the latching slot of the pivot claim 1 , the resilient member moves the locking member toward the first direction claim 1 , ...

Robotic Leg

A robotic leg includes a hip, a first pulley attached to the hip and defining a first axis of rotation, a first leg portion having a first end portion and a second end portion, a second pulley rotatably coupled to the second end portion of the first leg portion and defining a second axis of rotation, a second leg portion having a first end portion and a second end portion, and a timing belt trained about the first pulley and the second pulley for synchronizing rotation of the first leg portion about the first axis of rotation and rotation of the second leg portion about the second axis of rotation. The first end portion of the first leg portion is rotatably coupled to the hip and configured to rotate about the first axis of rotation. The first end portion of the second leg portion is fixedly attached to the second pulley. 1. A method of operating a robotic leg , the method comprising:rotating a first leg portion about a first axis of rotation, the first leg portion having a first end portion rotatably coupled to a first pulley, the rotation of the first leg portion rotating a second pulley via a timing belt trained about the first pulley and the second pulley, the second pulley rotatably coupled to a second end portion of the first leg portion and having a second axis of rotation,wherein the rotation of the second pulley rotates a second leg portion relative to the first leg portion about the second axis of rotation, the second leg portion having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the second leg portion attached and rotationally fixed relative to the second pulley.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first leg portion defines a longitudinal axis claim 1 , the first axis of rotation is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the second axis of rotation is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first axis of rotation is parallel to the second axis of rotation.4. The method of ...

PIPE, HOSE, AND CABLE SUPPORT SYSTEM

Embodiments include portable support systems configured to support structures, and corresponding methods. The portable support systems include two individual segments, pieces and/or panels that couple or combine and fit together to form the support systems. The support systems of embodiments are configured for the spanning and/or support of structures including pipes, hoses, and/or cables over structures, voids, and/or obstacles, thereby preventing dislodging and insufficient support of pipes, hoses, and/or cables from the support systems. The support systems of embodiments are configured to prevent improperly supported walls from collapse as a result of improper support of objects spanning the wall.

Mobile Robot

A robot includes an inverted pendulum body having first and second end portions, a counter-balance body disposed on the inverted pendulum body and configured to move relative to the inverted pendulum body, at least one leg having first and second ends, and a drive wheel rotatably coupled to the second end of the at least one leg. The first end of the at least one leg is prismatically coupled to the second end portion of the inverted pendulum body.