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US 5,290,003 AGranted
Folding book support
OwnerChristopher Reyesinventor
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Abstract
A folding book support including a main support member having an attachment jaw which flexes to allow it to be affixed to the edge of a flat surface such as a table or desk. A pivoting cross-member is provided to extend the support diameter of the device. The cross-member is folded to a position colinear with the main support member for storage and transport. An optional support leg is provided f or use when the edge of a suitable flat surface is not available to affix the holder.
Claims3
A device to support a book comprising:
- a main support member and a cross-member pivotally attached to the main support member;
- wherein
- the cross-member pivots to a position parallel to the main support member for storage when the support is not in use, and pivots to a position perpendicular to the main support member when supporting a book in a position of convenience for a reader;
- and
- the support member includes an integral flexible jaw structure enabling the device to be attached to a desk or table;
- and
- the support member further includes a base upon which the book rests;
- and wherein
- the relative positions of the main support member and the cross-member are maintained by tensioning means at the point of attachment of the main support member and the cross-member;
- and wherein
- an additional support leg is provided which includes a raised edge that fits securely into a receiving notch in the main support member, thus locking the support leg in position.
8 more elements
A device to support a book comprising:
- a main support member and a cross-member pivotally attached to the main support member;
- wherein
- the cross-member pivots to a position parallel to the main support member for storage when the support is not in use, and pivots to a position perpendicular to the main support member when supporting a book in a position of convenience for a reader;
- and wherein
- the relative positions of the main support member and the cross-member are maintained by tensioning means at the point of attachment of the main support member and the cross-member;
- and wherein
- an additional support leg is provided, the additional support leg including a raised edge which fits securely into a receiving notch in the main support member, thus locking the support leg in position.
4 more elements
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.