Patent application number | Description | Published |
20080216425 | Drywall Apparatus and Method - Described herein is a drywall apparatus for constructing planar partitions and corners. The drywall apparatus includes a first drywall panel, a second drywall panel and a pliable hinge connecting the first drywall panel to the second drywall panel. The hinge allows the first drywall panel and the second drywall panel to assume a range of angles therebetween to thereby enable the apparatus to be used for constructing planar partitions and corners. A flap extending from an edge of the drywall panel can also be included. The flap is designed to overlap a surface of an adjacent drywall panel abutted against the edge of the drywall panel and designed to affix the panel to a stud or other supporting member. | 09-11-2008 |
20080232044 | Apparatus and Method For Adding a Monitor To a Display System - A kit for adding a monitor to a display system configured to support multiple monitors is described, where the display system has at least one support member, and at least one electrical port associated with each support member. The kit includes a mounting bracket adapted to secure the monitor to one of the at least one support member, and an electrical connector adapted to electrically connect the monitor to one of the at least one electrical port corresponding to the one support member. | 09-25-2008 |
20080265114 | Modular LCD Display System - A modular multi-screen LCD display system. In one embodiment the display system comprises four independent LCD screens supported on first and second independent T-shaped support arms. The first T-shaped support arm is supported by a base assembly, and the second T-shaped support arm is supported above the first T-shaped support arm by a vertical spacing arm. An adapter is included which allows the display system to be reconfigured for use with a single LCD screen or with three LCD screens. In an alternative embodiment a central T-shaped support arm is used to support two outer T-shaped support arms at opposite ends thereof. The outer T-shaped support arms are arranged vertically such that the three support arms form an “H” shape. A pair of LCD screens are mounted on each outer T-shaped support arm. This configuration permits four LCD screens to be mounted much closer to a work surface. | 10-30-2008 |
20080284676 | Controller and Graphics Assemblies in Multi-Screen Display Systems - A multi-monitor display system is described having an arm adapted for supporting a plurality of monitors containing display screens. The system also includes a column for supporting the arm, a monitor controller assembly for electronically controlling images displayed on the screens, and a graphics assembly for sending signals to the monitor controller assembly to produce the images. The system is used in conjunction with a central processor located in a computer housing. The monitor controller assembly is disposed outside of the monitors and/or the graphics assembly is disposed outside the computer housing. | 11-20-2008 |
20080297304 | System and Method for Recording a Person in a Region of Interest - A method and system for recording a player in at least one zone of a playing Field are described herein. The system includes at least one set of cameras, each set containing one or more cameras. Each zone is associated with one set of cameras which is used to obtain a set of video data from the zone associated therewith. The player wears an emitter of electromagnetic signals. A sensor apparatus receives and processes the electromagnetic signals to obtain location information indicative of when the player is located in a particular zone. A video processing module, in data communication with the at least one set of cameras, utilizes the location information to extract video information of the player from the at least one set of video data. | 12-04-2008 |
20080316689 | Computer Display Screen System and Adjustable Screen Mount, and Swinging Screens Therefor - A computer system is described herein. In addition to a base structure for resting on a support surface, the system includes a first display panel coupled to the base structure, and a second display panel. The system further includes a hinge mechanism that couples a side edge of the first display panel to a side edge of the second display panel. The hinge mechanism allows the second display panel to rotate about a nominal axis substantially parallel to the side edge of the first display panel an allows the angle between the first viewing face of the first display panel and the second viewing face of the second display panel to be greater than 180°. | 12-25-2008 |
20090079665 | Power and Video Unit for a Multi-Screen Display System - A power and video unit for use in a multi-screen display system is described herein. The unit includes a splitter that inputs a video signal from a laptop or desktop computer and converts the signal to a plurality of signals suitable for a multi-screen display system. The unit also includes a power assembly to power the multi-screen display system. The unit can be mounted to a column, base or other part of the multi-screen display system, or a stand-alone unit. | 03-26-2009 |
20090096628 | Purchasing System and Method - Described herein is a system and method for purchasing a particular item located within a store. The system includes an interface device having an input device, and an indicator apparatus having at least one indicator, an indicator corresponding to each item in a collection of items in the store. The system further includes a communication apparatus for communication between the interface device and the indicator apparatus. The input device accepts data associated with the particular item and causes the indicator corresponding thereto to emit a signal indicative of the location of the particular item. | 04-16-2009 |
20090316066 | Universal Quick Connector Apparatus for an LCD Monitor - A universal connector apparatus comprising a first component and a second component. The first component is fixedly secured to a housing of an LCD monitor and includes a wedge shaped projection or protrusion and a first electrical connector. The second component forms a docking station and is fixedly secured to any other support surface where the LCD monitor is to be attached and supported from. The second component includes a second electrical connector intended to matingly engage with the first electrical connector. The LCD monitor is attached to the second component by slidably engaging the wedge shaped protrusion or projection of the first component into a wedge shaped recess formed in the second component. This automatically centers the two electrical connectors before they matingly engage one another and prevents damage to the male pins of the male electrical connector. The apparatus enables an LCD monitor to be quickly and easily attached and released from a support surface incorporating the second component so that the monitor may be used at a different location as may be needed. | 12-24-2009 |
20100116961 | Foldable System for Supporting Multiple Computer Monitors - Described herein is a system having a low profile storage position for supporting multiple computer monitors. The system includes a base, a support column connected to the base, and an arm assembly connected to the support column for supporting multiple computer monitors. A base-column hinge, near where the support column connects to the base, has a substantially horizontal rotation axis when the base rests on a horizontal surface that allows the support column to fold downwards to become substantially parallel to the base. The arm assembly includes a first hinge for rotating a first portion of the arm assembly from an extended position to a folded position and a second hinge for rotating a second portion of the arm assembly opposite the first portion from an extended position to a folded position. | 05-13-2010 |
20100128423 | Stand for a Plurality of Electronic Devices - A multi-display stand is described having a base structure for supporting N displays. The base structure includes a base, a support column connected to the base, and an extensions receptor connected to the support column. The multi-display stand further includes a first extension removably connected to one end of the extensions receptor, and a second extension removably connected to another end of the extensions receptor. The first extension, the extensions receptor and the second extension together can support N displays, where a) the first extension supports at least one display from among the N displays and the second extension supports at least one other display from among the N displays, and b) the first extension and the second extension can be removed to allow the extensions receptor to support M displays where 005-27-2010 | |
20110216482 | Display Enclosure - A low profile display enclosure system for enclosing a display device for viewing that protects the display device from environmental effects and is configured to dissipate heat generated within the display enclosure. The substantially sealed display enclosure comprises a rigid bezel, a substantially transparent front cover coupled to the bezel, and a rear cover assembly that includes a heat sink portion. The thickness of the bezel is minimized to provide the enclosure with a low profile about the periphery of the display device enclosed therein. Thermal control devices may be mounted within the enclosure to modulate a temperature within the enclosure. | 09-08-2011 |
20110216488 | Display Enclosure - A low profile display enclosure system for enclosing a display device for viewing that protects the display device from environmental effects. The substantially sealed display enclosure comprises a rigid bezel, a substantially transparent front cover coupled to the bezel, and a rear cover assembly that may include a heat sink portion. A liquid organic coating is applied to portions of the display enclosure and cured in place in order to provide a protective surface. | 09-08-2011 |
20110267758 | UNIVERSAL QUICK CONNECTOR APPARATUS FOR AN LCD MONITOR - A universal connector apparatus comprising a first component and a second component. The first component is fixedly secured to a housing of an LCD monitor and includes a wedge shaped projection or protusion and a first electrical connector. The second component forms a docking station and is fixedly secured to any other support surface where the LCD monitor is to be attached and supported from. The second component includes a second electrical connector intended to matingly engage with the first electrical connector. The LCD monitor is attached to the second component by slidably engaging the wedge shaped protrusion or projection of the first component into a wedge shaped recess formed in the second component. This automatically centers the two electrical connectors before they matingly engage one another and prevents damage to the male pins of the male electrical connector. The apparatus enables an LCD monitor to be quickly and easily attached and released from a support surface incorporating the second component so that the monitor may be used at a different location as may be needed. | 11-03-2011 |
20120024804 | Monitor Stand Allowing Various Types of Motion - Described herein is a stand for supporting at least one computer monitor. The stand includes an upper support and a base structure connected thereto. The base structure includes a first base member having a curved surface, a bottom portion of the upper support adapted for sliding along the curved surface resulting in tilting of the upper support. The base structure also includes a second base member coupled to the first base member to allow the first base member and the upper support to rotate about an axis substantially perpendicular to the horizontal surface. The base structure further includes a third base member coupled to the second base member to allow the second base member to translate forward and backward with respect to the third base member. | 02-02-2012 |
20120039042 | Display Enclosure - A low profile display enclosure system for enclosing a display device for viewing that protects the display device from environmental effects and is configured to dissipate heat generated within the display enclosure. The substantially sealed display enclosure comprises a rigid bezel, a substantially transparent front cover coupled to the bezel, and a rear cover assembly that includes a heat sink portion. The thickness of the bezel is minimized to provide the enclosure with a low profile about the periphery of the display device enclosed therein. Thermal control devices may be mounted within the enclosure to modulate a temperature within the enclosure. | 02-16-2012 |
20120075788 | Universal Quick Connector Apparatus for an LCD Monitor - Described herein is a system having an LCD computer monitor including a monitor housing. The system further includes a connector apparatus for allowing quick electrical and mechanical coupling and decoupling of said LCD computer monitor to a support member disposed on a wall or a rear portion of a car seat. The connector apparatus has a first component attached to the rear surface of said LCD computer monitor and a second component mountable to the support member and capable of mating with the first component. | 03-29-2012 |
20120090250 | Retractable Enclosure - Described herein is a retractable enclosure that includes a sequence of upright arches, such that the arches are substantially parallel and such that the two ends of each upright arch are disposed on a base. The arches are configured to leave a gap between adjacent arches. The retractable enclosure also includes a plurality of extendable covers attached to the arches such that at least one extendable cover is disposed between adjacent arches and such that each extendable cover can assume an extended state and a retracted state. The gap between adjacent arches can be mostly closed when the at least one extendible cover therebetween is in its extended state. | 04-19-2012 |
20120092818 | Display Enclosure - A low profile display enclosure system for enclosing a display device for viewing that protects the display device from environmental effects. The substantially sealed display enclosure comprises a rigid bezel, a substantially transparent front cover coupled to the bezel, and a rear cover assembly that may include a heat sink portion. A liquid organic coating is applied to portions of the display enclosure and cured in place in order to provide a protective surface. | 04-19-2012 |
20120120625 | Display Enclosure - A low profile display enclosure system for enclosing a display device for viewing that protects the display device from environmental effects and is configured to dissipate heat generated within the display enclosure. The substantially sealed display enclosure comprises a rigid bezel, a substantially transparent front cover coupled to the bezel, and a rear cover assembly that includes a heat sink portion. The thickness of the bezel is minimized to provide the enclosure with a low profile about the periphery of the display device enclosed therein. Thermal control devices may be mounted within the enclosure to modulate a temperature within the enclosure. | 05-17-2012 |
20120127646 | Computer Display Screen System and Adjustable Screen Mount, and Swinging Screens Therefor - A computer system is described herein. In addition to a base structure for resting on a support surface, the system includes a first display panel coupled to the base structure. A second display panel is slidingly engageable to both sides of the first display panel, and can slide between a storage position in which the second display panel is behind and substantially parallel to the first viewing face, and an operational position in which the second display panel is substantially above the first display panel. | 05-24-2012 |
20120240505 | Drywall Apparatus and Method - Described herein is a drywall apparatus for constructing planar partitions and corners. The drywall apparatus includes a first drywall panel having a first edge and a second drywall panel having a second edge. An elongating hinge connects the first edge to the second edge, and allows the first drywall panel and the second drywall panel to assume a range of angles therebetween to enable the apparatus to be used for constructing planar partitions and corners. The elongating hinge is designed to elongate from a contracted position to an elongated position as the first edge and the second edge are displaced apart. | 09-27-2012 |
20120280892 | Multi-Directional Multi-Screen Display System - A multi-screen display system is described that includes a base, a column coupled to the base and an arm coupled to the column. The system also includes a first monitor, a first monitor connector for connecting the rear of the first monitor to the arm, a second monitor, and a second monitor connector for connecting the rear of the second monitor to the arm. The system further includes an extension, such that the first monitor and the second monitor are capable of being a) removed from the arm, b) connected together by connecting the first monitor connector to the second monitor connector via the extension, and c) supported on a work surface by resting the bottom edge of the first monitor and the bottom edge of the second monitor thereon, such that the angle between the first screen and the second screen can exceed two hundred and seventy degrees. | 11-08-2012 |
20130009852 | Linkable Electronic Display Devices - A display system is described that includes an electronic display device and a first connector disposed on an edge of the electronic display device. The first connector can releasably connect to a plurality of portions of a second connector disposed on an edge of another display device. The edge of the electronic display device and the edge of the other display device are substantially parallel. When the first connector and the second connector are connected, the electronic display device can rotate about an axis that is substantially parallel to the aforementioned edge of the electronic display device. | 01-10-2013 |
20130119210 | Self Gap Reducing Stand For A Plurality Of Monitors - Described herein is a system for supporting a plurality of computer monitors. The system includes a support column and a cantilevered structure that extends from either side of the support column. The system further includes a first mounting component for mounting a first monitor to one side of the cantilevered structure, and a second mounting component for mounting a second monitor to an opposite side of the cantilevered structure. In operation, gravity exerts forces on the first mounting component and the first monitor mounted thereto that cause the first monitor to assume a lower position that is closer to the second monitor. | 05-16-2013 |
20130120954 | Stand for a Plurality of Electronic Devices - A multi-display stand is described having a base structure for supporting N displays. The base structure includes a base, a support column connected to the base, and an extensions receptor connected to the support column. The multi-display stand further includes a first extension removably connected to one end of the extensions receptor, and a second extension removably connected to another end of the extensions receptor. The first extension, the extensions receptor and the second extension together can support N displays, where a) the first extension supports at least one display from among the N displays and the second extension supports at least one other display from among the N displays, and b) the first extension and the second extension can be removed to allow the extensions receptor to support M displays where 005-16-2013 | |
20130293473 | Cursor Management System - An N-screen computer display system is described that includes N panels having N screens capable of displaying a cursor. The system also includes a cursor repositioning component having N screen selectors associated with the N screens. Each of the N screen selectors can be activated to reposition the cursor such that if a particular one of the N screen selectors is activated, the cursor is repositioned to a location on a particular screen associated with the particular one of the N screen selectors. Also described is a cursor location identifier to identify the location of a cursor in a computer display system. | 11-07-2013 |
20130314300 | Graphics and Monitor Controller Assemblies in Multi-Screen Display Systems - A multi-monitor display system is described having an arm adapted for supporting a plurality of monitors containing display screens. The system also includes a column for supporting the arm, a monitor controller assembly for electronically controlling images displayed on the screens, and a graphics assembly for sending signals to the monitor controller assembly to produce the images. The system is used in conjunction with a central processor located in a computer housing. The monitor controller assembly is disposed outside of the monitors and/or the graphics assembly is disposed outside the computer housing. | 11-28-2013 |
20130334376 | Computer Display Screen System and Adjustable Screen Mount, and Swinging Screens Therefor - A stand for supporting three computer displays is described herein. The stand includes a base, a column connected to the base, and three mounting assemblies coupled to the column for supporting the three computer displays. If the first computer display has a first flat screen lying on a first nominal plane, the second computer display has a second flat screen lying on a second nominal plane and the third computer display has a third screen lying on a third nominal plane, then the mounting assemblies allow the three computer displays to be configured so that the angle between the first and second nominal planes is sixty degrees, the angle between the first and third nominal planes is sixty degrees, and the angle between the second and third nominal planes is sixty degrees. | 12-19-2013 |