18195590. Support Surface System simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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Support Surface System
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Trent Storm of San Francisco CA (US)
Support Surface System - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18195590 titled 'Support Surface System
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a support surface system that includes a support surface portion with mounting locations and a fixture to secure an object. The system also includes a retention portion that can couple or decouple the fixture from the support surface portion.
- The support surface system has mounting locations and a fixture to secure an object.
- A retention portion is included, which can couple or decouple the fixture from the support surface portion.
- The retention portion alternates between a retained state, where the fixture is restrained, and an unretained state, where the fixture is movable.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Industrial workstations or assembly lines where objects need to be securely mounted and easily movable.
- Medical equipment or hospital beds where attachments or accessories need to be securely mounted but also easily removable.
- Automotive manufacturing or repair where tools or components need to be securely mounted but also easily detachable.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a secure mounting solution for objects while allowing for easy movement or detachment.
- Eliminates the need for complex mounting systems or tools.
- Reduces the risk of damage or accidents caused by loose or unstable objects.
Benefits of this technology:
- Increased efficiency and flexibility in work environments.
- Improved safety by ensuring objects are securely mounted.
- Simplified installation and removal processes for objects on support surfaces.
Original Abstract Submitted
A support surface system includes a support surface portion that defines mounting locations spaced from one another and a fixture configured to secure an object. The support surface system also includes a retention portion having a first portion defined by the support surface portion at each of the mounting locations and a second portion defined by the fixture, with the second portion arranged to couple with the first portion at any of the mounting locations. The retention portion alternates between a retained state, in which the first portion and the second portion are coupled and motion of the fixture is restrained, and an unretained state, in which the first portion and the second portion are decoupled and the fixture is movable with respect to the support surface portion.
