A counterbalance dampener disposed between a printer chassis and the automatic duplexer unit includes a pair of support links pivotably connected at distal ends to the chassis and the automatic duplexer unit. A pinion disposed at the distal end of the support link connected to the automatic duplexer unit rotates when the automatic duplexer unit descends into an open configuration. The pinion is in communication with a rack that translates linearly to compress a spring which provides a countering force to slow the descent of the automatic duplexer unit.

A retractable arm device, system, and method with a locking mechanism for preventing items placed in a device or receptacle from getting stuck, damaged, or torn. The retractable arm includes an inner tube, a pawl, and an outer tube surrounding the inner tube. The inner tube slides within the outer tube and the pawl preventing the retractable arm from moving into an extended position under particular conditions. The retractable arm may be placed in a receptacle for items to prevent the door from being reopened before the door is fully closed.

A counterbalance dampener disposed between a printer chassis and the automatic duplexer unit includes a pair of support links pivotably connected at distal ends to the chassis and the automatic duplexer unit. A pinion disposed at the distal end of the support link connected to the automatic duplexer unit rotates when the automatic duplexer unit descends into an open configuration. The pinion is in communication with a rack that translates linearly to compress a spring which provides a countering force to slow the descent of the automatic duplexer unit.

A counterbalance dampener disposed between a printer chassis and the automatic duplexer unit includes a pair of support links pivotably connected at distal ends to the chassis and the automatic duplexer unit. A pinion disposed at the distal end of the support link connected to the automatic duplexer unit rotates when the automatic duplexer unit descends into an open configuration. The pinion is in communication with a rack that translates linearly to compress a spring which provides a countering force to slow the descent of the automatic duplexer unit.

The present invention relates to household articles, in particular to a flip-up support device and a furniture piece with the flip-up support device. The flip-up support device comprises a base (1), an upper connecting assembly and a lower connecting assembly hinged to the base, a flip-up support member hinged to the upper connecting assembly and the lower connecting assembly, a fixing mechanism rotatably connected to the flip-up support member and the upper connecting assembly, a cushion member connected to the lower connecting assembly, and an adjusting assembly for adjusting a cushion force of the cushion member. The cushion force of the cushion member acts on the fixing mechanism via the lower connecting assembly and the flip-up support member. The structure of the flip-up support device is simple and compact, the operation is stable, and the noise is low. The cushion force of the cushion member can be adjusted by the adjusting assembly according to the actual required cushion force, thereby meeting the user's needs and being convenient for the user to use.

The present invention relates to household articles, in particular to a flip-up support device and a furniture piece with the flip-up support device. The flip-up support device comprises a base (1), an upper connecting assembly and a lower connecting assembly hinged to the base, a flip-up support member hinged to the upper connecting assembly and the lower connecting assembly, a fixing mechanism rotatably connected to the flip-up support member and the upper connecting assembly, a cushion member connected to the lower connecting assembly, and an adjusting assembly for adjusting a cushion force of the cushion member. The cushion force of the cushion member acts on the fixing mechanism via the lower connecting assembly and the flip-up support member. The structure of the flip-up support device is simple and compact, the operation is stable, and the noise is low. The cushion force of the cushion member can be adjusted by the adjusting assembly according to the actual required cushion force, thereby meeting the user's needs and being convenient for the user to use.

The present invention provides an improved refrigerator hinge, comprising a fixed base and a hinge seat, and a hinge assembly arranged between the fixed base and the hinge seat, wherein the hinge assembly comprises a first transmission arm, a second transmission arm, a back transmission arm and a lower transmission arm; the first transmission arm is provided with an elastic buffer device, and the buffer head acts at the buffer end of the elastic buffer device for linear buffer; the fixing base is integrated with more than one assembling plate; and when the hinge is open, the second transmission arm is spanned between the fixed base and the hinge seat. The improved refrigerator hinge of the present invention has the advantages of stable and reliable performance, simple and reasonable structure and effective prevention of accumulation of water vapor, dirt and the like.

The present invention provides an improved refrigerator hinge, comprising a fixed base and a hinge seat, and a hinge assembly arranged between the fixed base and the hinge seat, wherein the hinge assembly comprises a first transmission arm, a second transmission arm, a back transmission arm and a lower transmission arm; the first transmission arm is provided with an elastic buffer device, and the buffer head acts at the buffer end of the elastic buffer device for linear buffer; the fixing base is integrated with more than one assembling plate; and when the hinge is open, the second transmission arm is spanned between the fixed base and the hinge seat. The improved refrigerator hinge of the present invention has the advantages of stable and reliable performance, simple and reasonable structure and effective prevention of accumulation of water vapor, dirt and the like.

Disclosed is a cushioned hinge for doors of furniture items or the like. The hinge has a fixed part that can be attached to a side wall or shoulder of the item of furniture, a movable part that can be attached to a door of the item of furniture, and an articulated system that connects the fixed and movable parts of the hinge. The articulated system has a plurality of connecting rods and of axes of articulation. An elastic part or parts act in the direction of closure of the hinge. A linearly actuated deceleration mechanism slows down the last section of the stroke of closure of the hinge. The cushioned hinge leaves the edge of the door completely intact, so that the box remains hidden from view when the door is closed.

Disclosed is a cushioned hinge for doors of furniture items or the like. The hinge has a fixed part that can be attached to a side wall or shoulder of the item of furniture, a movable part that can be attached to a door of the item of furniture, and an articulated system that connects the fixed and movable parts of the hinge. The articulated system has a plurality of connecting rods and of axes of articulation. An elastic part or parts act in the direction of closure of the hinge. A linearly actuated deceleration mechanism slows down the last section of the stroke of closure of the hinge. The cushioned hinge leaves the edge of the door completely intact, so that the box remains hidden from view when the door is closed.