# US 11,441,727 B1 · Mobile device support system > Agents: this data is available as JSON from the patentgrep API and MCP server — see https://patentgrep.com/llms.txt - Number: US 11,441,727 B1 - Document ID: US11441727B1 - Status: Granted - Kind: B1 - Application number: 17/656,382 - Filed: 2022-03-24 - Granted: 2022-09-13 - Earliest claimed: 2022-03-24 - Applicants: Peter Amundson - Inventors: Peter Amundson - Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US11441727B1 ## CPC - F16M 11/2021: {around a horizontal axis (F16M11/2035 takes precedence)} - F16M 11/041: {Allowing quick release of the apparatus} - F16M 11/10: around a horizontal axis {(F16M11/12 takes precedence)} - F16M 11/38: by folding {, e.g. pivoting or scissors tong mechanisms} - F16M 13/00: Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles (heads thereof F16M11/02 {; undercarriages thereof F16M11/20} ; adapted to be stuck in the ground A45F3/44 {; sockets or holders for poles or posts E04H12/22}); Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles {(supports for measuring instruments G01D11/30; supports for casings of remote control switching devices H01H9/025)} - G06F 1/1632: {External expansion units, e.g. docking stations} - H02J 7/70: characterised by the mechanical construction - H02J 7/731: {specially adapted for holding portable devices containing batteries (H02J7/751 takes precedence)} - H04M 1/04: Supports for telephone transmitters or receivers - H02J 50/10: using inductive coupling - F16M: FRAMES, CASINGS OR BEDS OF ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS, NOT SPECIFIC TO ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE; STANDS; SUPPORTS - G06F: ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N) - H02J: ELECTRIC POWER NETWORKS; CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS OR SYSTEMS FOR SUPPLYING OR DISTRIBUTING ELECTRIC POWER; SYSTEMS FOR STORING ELECTRIC ENERGY - H04M: TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION (circuits for controlling other apparatus via a telephone cable and not involving telephone switching apparatus G08) ## Abstract A support stand for mobile devices which may be arranged in multiple configurations to support different devices in different orientations, and which may support a wireless charger. An exemplary embodiment may include a support member for supporting a mobile device which is pivotably connected to a base. One or more arms may be removably connected to the support member. The arms may each be connectable to the support member in a first position in which the arms are parallel to the support member and a second position in which the arms are not parallel (e.g., perpendicular) to the support member. The arms may be interchangeably connected in different positions to support a wide range of mobile devices. A wireless charger may be secured to the support member such that the mobile device may rest upon the wireless charger when supported by the support member. ## Claims ### Claim 1 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors, wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of first connectors in the first position, and wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of second connectors in the second position; and wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of an opening for engaging with one of the plurality of first connectors. ### Claim 2 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of a hook for engaging with one of the plurality of second connectors. ### Claim 3 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of first connectors is comprised of a projection, and wherein each of the plurality of second connectors is comprised of an opening. ### Claim 4 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein the plurality of second connectors is comprised of a first pair of second connectors and a second pair of second connectors, wherein the second pair of second connectors are spaced closer together than the first pair of second connectors. ### Claim 5 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is positioned on an upper half of the support member. ### Claim 6 (depends on 5) The mobile device support system of claim 5, wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is positioned on a lower half of the support member. ### Claim 7 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is perpendicular to the support member. ### Claim 8 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of an L-shaped member. ### Claim 9 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein the support member is adjustable between a third position and a fourth position with respect to the base. ### Claim 10 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, wherein the base includes a front lip for supporting the mobile device. ### Claim 11 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, further comprising a wireless charger adapted to be removably connected to the support member. ### Claim 12 (depends on 11) The mobile device support system of claim 11, wherein the support member includes an opening, and wherein a cord of the wireless charger is adapted to extend through the opening. ### Claim 13 (depends on 1) The mobile device support system of claim 1, further comprising a charger mount adjustably connected to the support member and a wireless charger adapted to be connected to the charger mount. ### Claim 14 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base, wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors; a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein each of the plurality of arms is connectable in a first position in which each of the plurality of arms is connected to one of the plurality of first connectors and a second position in which each of the plurality of arms is connected to one of the plurality of second connectors, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; and a wireless charger adapted to be connected to the support member. ### Claim 15 (depends on 14) The mobile device support system of claim 14, wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of an L-shaped member including an opening for engaging with one of the plurality of first connectors and a hook for engaging with one of the plurality of second connectors, and wherein the hook includes a ramped portion. ### Claim 16 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base, wherein the base includes a clip; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base, wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors, wherein each of the plurality of first connectors is comprised of a projection and wherein each of the plurality of second connectors is comprised of a slot, and wherein the support member includes an opening; a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of an L-shaped member including an opening for engaging with the projection of one of the plurality of first connectors and a hook for engaging with the slot of one of the plurality of second connectors, wherein the hook includes a ramped portion; a charger mount adjustably connected to the support member; a wireless charger adapted to be connected to the charger mount; and a cord connected to the wireless charger, wherein the cord is adapted to extend through the opening of the support member and underneath the clip of the base; wherein each of the plurality of arms is connectable in a first position in which each of the plurality of arms is connected to one of the plurality of first connectors and a second position in which each of the plurality of arms is connected to one of the plurality of second connectors, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is perpendicular to the support member; wherein the support member is adjustable between a third position and a fourth position with respect to the base, wherein in the third position the support member is parallel with the base, and wherein in the fourth position the support member is not parallel with the base. ### Claim 17 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors, wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of first connectors in the first position, and wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of second connectors in the second position; and, wherein each of the plurality of first connectors is comprised of a projection, and wherein each of the plurality of second connectors is comprised of an opening. ### Claim 18 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; and, wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors, wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of first connectors in the first position, wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of second connectors in the second position, wherein the plurality of second connectors is comprised of a first pair of second connectors and a second pair of second connectors, and wherein the second pair of second connectors are spaced closer together than the first pair of second connectors. ### Claim 19 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; wherein the support member includes a plurality of first connectors and a plurality of second connectors, wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of first connectors in the first position, and wherein each of the plurality of arms is adapted to be connected to one of the plurality of second connectors in the second position; and, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is positioned on an upper half of the support member and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is positioned on a lower half of the support member. ### Claim 20 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is perpendicular to the support member. ### Claim 21 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member, and wherein each of the plurality of arms is comprised of an L-shaped member. ### Claim 22 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member; and, wherein the support member is adjustable between a third position and a fourth position with respect to the base. ### Claim 23 (depends on 22) The mobile device support system of claim 22, wherein in the third position the support member is parallel with the base, wherein in the fourth position the support member is not parallel with the base. ### Claim 24 (depends on 23) The mobile device support system of claim 23, wherein in the fourth position the support member is at between a 25 degree and a 90 degree angle with respect to the base. ### Claim 25 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; a wireless charger adapted to be removably connected to the support member; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member. ### Claim 26 A mobile device support system, comprising: a base; a support member for supporting a mobile device, wherein the support member is pivotably connected to the base; a charger mount adjustably connected to the support member; a wireless charger adapted to be connected to the charger mount; and a plurality of arms removably connected to the support member, wherein the plurality of arms are each connectable to the support member in a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position each of the plurality of arms is parallel to the support member, and wherein in the second position each of the plurality of arms is not parallel to the support member.