An apparatus includes a head portion, an undercarriage portion, and a telescopic portion configured to adjustably move into a plurality of different lengths. A first end of the head portion is rotatably attached to a first end of the undercarriage portion and a second end of the undercarriage portion is rotatably attached to a first end of the telescopic portion. A second end of the head portion is rotatably attached to a second end of the telescopic portion. In a first position, the telescopic portion has a first length of the plurality of different lengths and the head portion and the undercarriage portion form a first angle. In a second position, the telescopic portion has a second length of the plurality of different lengths and the head portion and the undercarriage portion form a second angle different from the first angle.

A rotation-adjustable hanging device includes a pivot seat, a hanging arm body and a limiting unit. The hanging arm body includes a pivot end connected pivotally to the pivot seat about a first pivot axis. The limiting unit includes a main body, two limiting arms and two limit ends. The main body is disposed on the pivot seat and defines a second axis. The limiting arms are directed toward the pivot end to extend the limit ends to the arm body such that the limit ends are disposed at two opposite sides of a first line that passes through the first and second pivot axes and such that the limit ends is able to stop rotation of the arm body.

A display with a supporting mechanism includes a display module and a supporting device connecting the display module. The supporting device includes a base and a rotatable support. The base is used for fixing the display module and includes a first constraint structure. The rotatable support includes a rotation member pivotally connected to the base, a connection member, and a handle pivotally connected to the rotation member through the connection member. The connection member includes a second constraint structure engaged with or disengaged from the first constraint structure. Therein, when the rotation member is located at a position relative to the base, the first and second constraint structures are engaged with each and thus prevent the handle from rotating relative to the rotation member through the connection member, so that a user can carry the display module by gripping the handle with a hand.

A digital microscope having a pivoting stand, a method for calibrating said stand and a method for automatic focus tracking and image center tracking upon actuation of the pivoting stand. The pivoting stand includes an angle sensor for determining a current pivot angle of the pivot arm (07). The current pivot angle is processed in the control unit to execute automatic focus tracking and/or center tracking upon actuation of the pivot arm (07). Calibration is performed using two pivot angles, wherein deviating focus and image center positions are ascertained, and a pivot-angle-dependent function for focus and the image center position is ascertained therefrom.

A platform apparatus is provided which may be configured to support an electronic device. The platform apparatus may include a base, an extension, a support, and a lockable hinge. The extension may be adjustable and locked into a number of configurations. The platform apparatus may be configured for use by a standing, seated, or reclining user, or to support an electronic device in a free-standing configuration.

Kinematic mounts are used frequently to hold objects such as mirrors, lenses, and other optical equipment. To adjust kinematic mounts, adjustment mechanisms are often required. Adjustment mechanisms can be used to make fine adjustments in applications where precision is required (e.g., laser system prototyping). Kinematic mounts that include never-before implemented form factors and structural elements require new adjustment solutions. This application describes systems that include both novel kinematic mounts as well as new adjustment mechanisms developed to reorient the new kinematic mounts. Adjustment mechanisms described in this application include a main body, a control frame, and control screws to adjust the orientation of the control frame. The control frame is coupled with a kinematic mount's housing, which rotates about a center of curvature of a bottom surface of the housing.

A support tripod for video-photographic equipment. The tripod has a cross-piece with a mount for the equipment and a plurality of support legs pivotable with respect to the cross-piece to open/close the tripod. Each leg has a first leg portion articulated to a corresponding hinge on the cross-piece so that the leg can be pivoted between a closed configuration, in which the legs are arranged almost parallel with each other, and at least one operative configuration, in which the legs are apart with respect to the cross-piece, and a second leg portion parallel with and connected to the first leg portion. The second leg portion has a member which extends mainly along a longitudinal axis. The second leg portion can slide along the longitudinal axis, moving with respect to the first leg portion to release the leg from the cross-piece and make the leg pivotable with respect to the cross-piece.

Embodiments relate to a cellphone self-standing device that allows any cellphone to stand in position and angles that are more suited for selfie and two way video communication. The device of this invention integrates with the cellphone such that it can be carried around easily, the same way that cellphones are; store with the cellphone in where cellphones are normally stored; and operate on demand with minimal set up, to facilitate ease of use.

A stand for housing a tablet can include: a front plate; a bottom plate; and a first and a second tablet support bracket, wherein the front plate has an opening for displaying a screen of the tablet, wherein the front plate is rotatably connected to the bottom plate via a hinge, and wherein the first and the second tablet support bracket secure the tablet within the stand. The hinge can be a continuous torque hinge. The first and second tablet support brackets can include a flange that supports placement of a tablet into the stand. The stand can be rotated to allow better visibility of the tablet screen. The stand can also include a swivel for turning the tablet for better visibility.

A rotating device configured to rotate and position a product at multiple precision angles includes a base and an angle defining disk. The angle defining disk defines a circular through hole. A rotating mechanism is received in the through hole and a positioning mechanism is connected to the rotating mechanism. The periphery of an inner wall of the through hole includes a plurality of locating slots. The rotating mechanism is capable of rotating in the through hole by an external force and driving the positioning mechanism to rotate relative to the angle defining disk. The rotation causes the rotating mechanism to move and take a precise position from one locating slot to another locating slot.