US4848710A
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Support device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-06-20
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Granted: 1989-07-18
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Expires: 2008-06-20
Abstract
Abstract A support device, for the monitor and keyboard of a personal computer, enables the personal computer to be used by a person lying on a bed. The support device has a support body adapted for mounting over a person on a bed. The support body has first and second shelves. Each shelf is inclined forwardly and downwardly towards the user, and the second shelf can be inclined at a greater angle. The monitor and keyboard are mounted on the first and second shelf respectively. Retaining members are provided for holding the monitor and keyboard on the shelves. The support body can be mounted on the bed itself, or on a base running on wheels beneath the bed.
Inventors
- 👤 David A. H. Newman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 19:18
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B21/00; A47B21/03; A47B21/0314; A47B23/00; A47B23/04; A47B23/041; A47B2200/00; A47B2200/0066; A47B2200/0067; A47B2200/0069
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 25
Claim 1
Independent Claim
137 words
A support device for a personal computer having a monitor and a separate keyboard, the support device comprising a support body adapted for mounting over a person lying on their back, a first shelf means, for a monitor mounted on the support body and inclined forwardly and downwardly, a first retaining means for retaining a monitor on the first shelf means, a second shelf means for a keyboard, in front of the first shelf means, and inclined forwardly and downwardly, and a second retaining member for retaining a keyboard on the second shelf means, whereby, with a monitor and a keyboard mounted and retained on the first and second shelf means respectively, a person lying on their back with the upper part of their body in front of the support device can use the monitor and keyboard.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
137 words
A support device for a personal computer having a monitor and a separate keyboard, the support device comprising a support body adapted for mounting over a person lying on their back, a first shelf means, for a monitor mounted on the support body and inclined forwardly and downwardly, a first retaining means for retaining a monitor on the first shelf means, a second shelf means for a keyboard, in front of the first shelf means, and inclined forwardly and downwardly, and a second retaining member for retaining a keyboard on the second shelf means, whereby, with a monitor and a keyboard mounted and retained on the first and second shelf means respectively, a person lying on their back with the upper part of their body in front of the support device can use the monitor and keyboard.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A support device as claimed in claimed in claim 1, wherein the second shelf means is inclined at a greater angle to the horizontal than the first shelf means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
A support device as claimed in claim 1, wherein at least one of the shelf means is adjustable relative to the support body to enable both shelf means to be set at desired locations relative to the user.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A support device as claimed in claims 1, 2 or 3, wherein the first retaining means includes tie down means, for securing a monitor on the first shelf means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
57 words
A support device as claimed in claim 4, wherein the first retaining means includes a retaining member which extends upwardly from a forward edge of the first shelf means and generally perpendicular thereto and the second retaining means comprising a second retaining member extending upwardly from a forward edge of the second shelf mean generally perpendicular thereto.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
28 words
A support device as claimed in claim 1, which includes a power supply strip, having a plurality of outlets and a supply lead, mounted on the support body.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
A support device as claimed in claim 6, wherein the power supply strip includes a switch.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
17 words
A support device as claimed in claim 7, wherein the power supply strip includes a surge suppressor.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
94 words
A support device as claimed in claim 8, wherein the second shelf means is inclined at a greater angle to the horizontal than the first shelf means, and wherein the first retaining means comprises a tiedown means for securing a rear of a monitor to a first shelf means and a first retaining member which extends upwardly from a forward edge of the first shelf means generally perpendicular thereto, and the second retaining means comprises a second retaining member which extends upwardly from a forward edge of the second shelf means generally perpendicular thereto.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
39 words
A support device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the support body includes side members extending longitudinally beneath the first and second shelf means, to provide a space beneath the first and second shelf means for a user's knees.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
24 words
A support device as claimed in claim 10, which includes a transverse element between the side members behind and below the first shelf means.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
62 words
A support device as claimed in claim 11, wherein the first and second retaining means each comprises a respective first or second retaining member extending upwardly from a forward edge of the respective first or second shelf means and generally perpendicular thereto, and wherein the second shelf means is inclined at a greater angle to the horizontal than the first shelf means.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
29 words
A support device as claimed in claim 12, wherein the first retaining means includes a tiedown means for securing the rear of a monitor to the first shelf means.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
31 words
A support device as claimed in claim 10, wherein the lower edges of the side members are provided with wheels, for enabling the support body to travel longitudinally on a bed.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
33 words
A support device as claimed in claim 11 or 13, wherein the lower edges of the side members are provided with wheels, to enable the support body to travel longitudinally along a bed.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
49 words
A support device as claimed in claim 10, which includes a base, a plurality of wheels mounted on the base to enable the base to travel freely on a floor beneath a bed, and at least one upright member extending upwardly from the base and supporting the support body.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
55 words
A support device as claimed in claim 16, which includes at least one leg supporting the support body and slidably mounted in a respective upright member, and which includes lockable adjusting means for enabling the vertical position of the leg and the support body to be adjusted and for locking the support body in position.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
45 words
A support device as claimed in claim 17, wherein the lockable adjusting means includes, for each leg and respective upright member, a plurality of holes in at least one of the leg and the upright member and a locking member for insertion into the holes.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
24 words
A support device as claimed in claim 17, which includes, for each upright member a support arm extending horizontally therefrom beneath the support body.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
25 words
A support device as claimed in claim 19, which includes a transverse element extending between the side members behind and below the first shelf means.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
61 words
A support device as claimed in claim 20, wherein the first and second retaining means comprises first and second retaining members, each of which extends upwardly from a forward edge of the respective first or second shelf means and generally perpendicular thereto, and wherein the second shelf means is at a greater angle to the horizontal than the first shelf means.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
29 words
A support device as claimed in claim 21, wherein the first retaining means includes a tiedown means for securing a rear of a monitor to the first shelf means.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
30 words
In combination, a support device as claimed in claim 1, 9, 14 or 16, and a head support device including a transverse member inclined at an angle to the horizontal.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
52 words
In combination, a support device as claimed in claim 1, 9, 14 or 16, and a text holder mounted to the support body extending out to one side therefrom, the text holder including means for securely retaining a sheet thereon and being adapted to be inclined forwardly and downwardly towards a user.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1992-07-17 | 1993-01-16 | 1993-07-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-07-17 | 1997-01-16 | 1997-07-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-07-17 | 2001-01-16 | 2001-07-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |