Mounting apparatus in support of a device from a platform
US7891621B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 28, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 28, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16M2200/066
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method to support a device from a platform is provided. The apparatus can comprise a clamp attached to the apparatus at the platform, a mount plate to receive the device, and a clutch assembly interconnecting the mount plate with the clamp. The clutch assembly can be operable to maintain a generally same pre-defined alignment of the mount plate and supported device during movement of the mount plate from a raised position of the mount plate above the platform to a lowered position of the mount plate below the platform.
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