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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 16, 2009
Filed:
Jun. 05, 2007
Robert Altonji, Quakertown, PA (US);
Steve Bowman, Allentown, PA (US);
David Vanduzer, Slatington, PA (US);
Bradley A. Derry, Easton, PA (US);
Howard M. Williams, Jr., Emmaus, PA (US);
Robert Altonji, Quakertown, PA (US);
Steve Bowman, Allentown, PA (US);
David VanDuzer, Slatington, PA (US);
Bradley A. Derry, Easton, PA (US);
Howard M. Williams, Jr., Emmaus, PA (US);
Innovative Office Products, Inc., Easton, PA (US);
Abstract
The present invention pertains to extension arm apparatuses that are adapted to support user devices throughout a range of positions. A given apparatus may include one or more arms that position the user device remotely from a support position. An extension and retraction device such as a gas cylinder is received within each arm, and provides a force to support the user device as the arm is placed into a given position. A variable force clevis is connected to the extension/retraction device within the arm. The variable force clevis is connected to a pair of locations in the arm as well. As the arm moves, for instance up or down, the variable force clevis rotates within the arm and dynamically adjusts the force provided by the extension/retraction device. Removable and/or pivotable covers are provided for managing cables of the user device attached to the extension arm.