CN112166281A - Adjustable mobile device hanger - Google Patents

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CN112166281A
CN112166281A CN202080002637.8A CN202080002637A CN112166281A CN 112166281 A CN112166281 A CN 112166281A CN 202080002637 A CN202080002637 A CN 202080002637A CN 112166281 A CN112166281 A CN 112166281A
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    • FMECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
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    • FMECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16MFRAMES, CASINGS OR BEDS OF ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS, NOT SPECIFIC TO ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE; STANDS; SUPPORTS
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    • FMECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16MFRAMES, CASINGS OR BEDS OF ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS, NOT SPECIFIC TO ENGINES, MACHINES OR APPARATUS PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE; STANDS; SUPPORTS
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Abstract

An adjustable mobile device hanger having three slidable portions and two secure clamping bodies capable of accommodating small cell phones and large tablet computers, with a top attached single hook that can be hung on any protruding object, narrow edge or pole, and has sufficient vertical rotation capability and easily adjustable horizontal pivoting capability to provide different viewing angles and directions when hung on various objects, structures and surfaces indoors or outdoors to accommodate various situations and tasks.

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Adjustable mobile device hanger
Technical Field
The present invention relates to an apparatus for holding or hanging a mobile device, such as a handset, pad, or the like, to accommodate different situations and needs.
Background
The myriad of electronic equipment rack and hanger concepts covered by crowded prior art are designed and utilized to rest on a flat stable surface such as a table or shelf, exposing them to risks such as toddlers, pets, and accidents; or as a fixed accessory for use in a vehicle; or limited functionality due to device size limitations, retention or suspension methods.
Disclosure of Invention
The present invention addresses the need for a portable, easily adjustable, reliable clamping hanger that can accommodate different device sizes from cell phones to tablet computers, allowing users to hang their devices on a variety of objects, structures and surfaces of varying vertical and horizontal gradients, indoors or outdoors, for a variety of situations and tasks.
This demand may be amplified in a kitchen environment where chefs may follow recipes on their cell phones or tablet computers and require all kitchen counter space in preparing meals. The present invention allows chefs to view their equipment from a comfortable left, right or middle angle with vertical pivot appropriate to their height and will allow them to move the hanger to different areas of the kitchen when needed simply by picking up the hanger from one cabinet handle and placing it on the other.
The present invention also addresses the need for a safe and reliable outdoor use hanger for people working on their vehicles and viewing operational video on their mobile devices, yet is able to easily hang and comfortably view their handheld devices on the hood by using the present invention without compromising the safety of the device by placing it on the vehicle or engine. GPS in beach travel, camping, cycling, rowing or viewing vehicles is some other field of use of the invention, as is the case when using the flashlight function in a mobile device at night, where the hands-free versatility of the invention allows excellent aiming and focusing.
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FIG. 1 illustrates a front perspective view of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
Fig. 2 shows one embodiment of an adjustable device hanger, which is disposed in a fully extended position, with the hook pivoted forward, and a large tablet held securely in place.
Fig. 3A shows the hook body of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger, where the base of the hook has a rectangular opening at the bottom allowing the top of the friction hinge to be inserted and embedded into the hook, and the side of the base of the hook has a circular opening that functions as an entry point for a pin anchoring the friction hinge to the base of the hook base.
Fig. 3B shows an assembly of components including a friction hinge embedded in a cylinder, which is made up of two parts as shown in fig. 3E and 3F.
Fig. 3C shows a top view of a rectangular housing box with a central recessed area that houses a freely rotatable cylindrical platform with a friction hinge embedded therein.
Fig. 3D illustrates a front perspective view of a friction hinge having a constant torque profile.
Fig. 3E shows part 1 of the freely rotatable cylindrical platform with horizontally protruding pins designed to fit through the bottom of the friction hinge and to embed horizontally inside part 2 of the freely rotatable cylindrical platform.
Fig. 3F shows part 2 of the freely rotatable cylindrical platform, where the top flat surface has a rectangular opening designed to accommodate the bottom of the friction hinge, and the inner vertical flat wall of part 2 has holes corresponding to the number of protruding pins of part 1 of the freely rotatable cylindrical platform to accommodate the pins.
FIG. 4A illustrates an internal perspective view of an upper body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 4B illustrates an external perspective view of the upper body of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 4C illustrates an external perspective view of an upper body back cover of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger having multiple angled surfaces.
FIG. 4D illustrates an interior perspective view of an upper body rear cover of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 4E illustrates a rear top perspective view of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger showing a triangular back rest design to facilitate hanging the unit on a vertical surface at different horizontal angles to provide the user with an optimal view.
FIG. 5A illustrates a front view of the interior of the intermediate body of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 5B illustrates an interior perspective view of the intermediate body of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 5C illustrates an interior front view of a back cover of an intermediate body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 5D illustrates an exterior front view of a back cover of an intermediate body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 6A illustrates an interior perspective view of a bottom body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 6B illustrates an exterior front perspective view of the bottom body of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 6C illustrates an interior perspective view of a lid of a base body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 6D illustrates an exterior front view of a cover of a base body of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
Figure 6E illustrates a front view of a drag spring with a cross center looped end that is part of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger.
FIG. 7A illustrates a side perspective view of one embodiment of a hanger of an adjustable mobile device with a friction hinge and hook of the hanger pivoted at an angle toward a back of the hanger.
FIG. 7B illustrates a side perspective view of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger with a friction hinge and hook of the hanger pivoted at an angle toward the front of the hanger.
FIG. 7C illustrates a side view of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger demonstrating the range of pivoting capabilities of the friction hinge and attached hook to enable adjustment of the hanger to an optimal viewing angle when suspended on a vertical surface.
FIG. 7D illustrates one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger for use on a horizontal support, illustrating the ability of the hanger to rotate 360 degrees about a vertical axis embodied by a hook base.
Fig. 7E shows a top view of the hanger hanging from the cabinet handle and held stationary at that angle with a multi-angle back rest system until moved again.
FIG. 8A illustrates a view of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger used in a kitchen environment and suspended from a cabinet handle.
FIG. 8B illustrates a view of one embodiment of the adjustable mobile device hanger in a fixed pivotal orientation suspended from a vertical surface such as a cabinet door. The viewing angle is shown to show the advantage of the pivot feature to the user.
Fig. 8C illustrates the use of one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger in an outdoor environment (e.g., a beach or camp) with no viable safe flat surface.
FIG. 8D illustrates one embodiment of an adjustable mobile device hanger for use on a rear view mirror of a vehicle without blocking the vent.
FIG. 9 is an illustration of components of an adjustable mobile device hanger according to some embodiments of the present invention.
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The following detailed description of the invention provides exemplary embodiments of adjustable mobile device suspensions, and is not intended to limit the invention or the application and uses of the invention.
In the embodiment shown in fig. 1, the device 10 consists of 5 separate bodies, which are connected to each other by different means for different functions that are advantageous for the most advantageous use of the invention. These 5 bodies include: a hook 12; an upper body 11 including a rectangular housing body 52; a middle body 30; and a bottom body 60. Starting from the uppermost surface is a hook 12 that includes an upper hook portion that may take any circular or oval shape without detracting or departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. The hook 12 is made of a rigid material that is capable of bearing the weight of the hanger 10 and the securely held mobile device, including very large tablets.
The vertical portion of the hook 12 is its base 13, the base 13 tapering slightly upwards (fig. 3A), while the diameter of the bottom of the base 13 is slightly wider to facilitate insertion of the upper portion 71 of the friction hinge 70 (fig. 3D). The bottom of the base 13 of the hook 12 includes a rectangular opening 51, the opening 51 extending inwardly and upwardly over the length of the base 13 to allow insertion and nesting of the upper portion 71 of the friction hinge 70. The two identical holes 50 on one side of the hook base 13 are perfectly aligned with the corresponding holes 72 of the upper part 71 of the friction hinge 70 when the upper part 71 is inserted. Two pins (not shown) permanently and securely embed the upper portion 71 of the hinge 70 in the hook 12.
The friction hinge 70 is a constant torque friction hinge that maintains its position throughout its range of motion and holds the mobile device in place. It is a durable and reliable hardware piece that, once moved to a certain angle or position, does not require further tightening or adjustment. It will hold this position indefinitely until it is moved again. Friction hinge 70 has an upper portion 71, a middle portion 73, and a lower portion 74. Also, the upper and lower portions of the friction hinge 70 have the same circular holes.
The upper hinge part 71 is embedded in the hook base 13, while the middle part 73 of the friction hinge 70 comprises two cylindrical counter-rotating parts held together by means of a central friction pin, wherein the lower hinge part 74 extends downwards from its respective cylindrical part and is embedded in the part 80 of the cylindrical rotator 46 (fig. 3B).
The bottom hinge portion 74 is embedded in the larger portion 80 (fig. 3F) of the cylinder 46 by insertion into a rectangular opening 81 located on the top surface of the portion 80. Protruding pin 78 (fig. 3E) of cylindrical portion 76 is inserted through hole 83 of portion 80 and through hole 75 of bottom hinge portion 74 to ensure a permanent and secure bond. Fig. 3B shows hinge body 70 permanently embedded in cylinder 46.
Cylinder 46 includes portions 76 and 80. The two parts, when permanently joined (fig. 3B), form a cylinder that rests on the bottom wall of the top portion 48 (fig. 4A) of the upper body 11, the smooth rounded outer surface of which slidably rotates into place and provides a stable and secure base for the embedded hinge 70. The cylindrical body 46 rotates smoothly about the longitudinal axis defined by the friction hinge 70 while being securely enclosed in a recessed area 53 (fig. 3C) centrally located within the housing 52 (as shown in fig. 3C). The shape or design of the cylinder 46 is adjusted to improve function without detracting or departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.
Turning now to fig. 3C and 4A, the housing 52 is mounted in the top 48 of the upper body 11. The housing 52 includes a main rectangular body having: a full front wall 55; two side walls; a bottom wall; and a back wall having a circular depression extending to and joining the front wall 55. The central concave depression 53 and the inwardly facing concave walls of the wedge 54 complete the circular envelope required for rotational stability of the cylinder 46. The outer straight wall of the wedge 54 provides a stable intermediate continuation of the rear outer wall of the body 52.
When the housing 52 is securely and permanently mounted in the top 48 of the upper body 11, the recessed depression 53 is purposely centrally located below the circular opening 15 (fig. 4A) in the top wall of the upper body 11 to facilitate the protrusion of the upper portion 71 of the friction hinge 70. The cylinder 46 is then positioned vertically in the recessed recess 53, with the hinge 70 embedded in the cylinder 46 and projecting upwardly from the circular opening 15 in the upper body 11 so as to be embedded in the hook base 13. The wedge 54 is then permanently inserted into the housing 52, thereby completing a smooth circular enclosure for the cylinder 46. Smooth and stable full longitudinal rotation of the entire device 10 about the Y-axis defined by the hinge 70 and about the latitudinal axis 10 pivoted by the pin in the mid-section 73 of the friction hinge 70 can now be achieved.
The upper body 11 includes several portions that are integrally connected to adjacent walls or surfaces. The top planar surface 14 (fig. 1) extends the width of the device 10 and surrounds a circular opening 15 from which the top 71 of the hinge 70 protrudes to connect to the hook base 13. The flat surface 14 is integrally connected with the two side walls 19 and 20 and the front inclined surface 16. The inclined surface 16 is integrally connected with a recessed area 17 located therebelow and surrounds the recessed area 17. The recessed area 17 includes side edges 19 and 20 and an intermediate structural rib 29, which are integrally connected to each other as well as the front area 18, the front area 18 being integrally connected to the bottom wall 21, the bottom wall 21 being integrally connected to the bottom legs 24 and 25 (fig. 4B).
Fig. 4A shows the internal structure of the upper body 11, and includes a top portion 48 in which the housing box 52 is seated. The top 48 has a front wall integrally connected to top, bottom and side walls. The bottom wall is integrally connected to a middle part structural rib which is integrally connected to the bottom of the upper body 11. The bottom comprises a small rectangular area, wherein the front wall is integrally connected with two side walls and a top wall and a bottom wall. A fixing pin 28 projects from the front wall. Bottom legs 24 and 25 project from the bottom wall 21 and are integrally connected thereto. Upper body snaps 27 are purposely placed on the inner wall to securely connect with mating snaps on upper body back cover 40. While the snap used in this embodiment securely fastens the back cover 40 to the upper body 11, other fasteners such as screws may be used in other embodiments of the invention without detracting or departing from the spirit and scope of the invention disclosure.
The front portion of the upper body 11 includes a front downwardly sloping surface 16 (fig. 1), the downwardly sloping surface 16 extending forwardly and downwardly from the top planar surface 14 and enclosing a recessed area 17 therein. The bottom center of the inclined surface 16 is an arc 22, which arc 22 is designed to support an unobstructed view of the camera head with the mobile device facing backwards. The recessed area 17 extends the entire width of the device 10 and includes a mid-section structural rib 29 (fig. 4B). The recessed area 17 is completely coated and lined with a soft rubber-like material (not shown) to enhance and cushion the firm gripping action of the upper body 11. A front wall 18 (fig. 1) located below the grip recess 17 in the upper body 11 is integrally connected to the bottom wall 21 and provides a stable vertical support for the mobile device.
The upper body 11 is slidably attached to the middle body 30 by means of two slidable legs 24 and 25 (fig. 2). The slidable legs 24 and 25 are U-shaped (fig. 4A), the forward facing wall of each leg being integrally connected to both side walls and extending downwardly from the bottom wall 21 of the upper body 11 to stably slide within a respective channel 91 (fig. 5A) of the intermediate body 30. The slidable legs 24 and 25 are rigid and strong and each surrounds a tension spring 106 (fig. 6E). These tension springs 106 exert a reaction force when they are stretched away from the intermediate body 30 by the pulling of the upper body 11. A tension spring 106 having a cross-shaped central looped end 107 is suspended tautly within the U-shaped channel tube 26 of the slidable legs 24 and 25 with the top end 107 attached to the fixed pin 28 located in the lower portion of the upper body 11 and the bottom end 107 attached to the corresponding, laterally aligned intermediate body fixed pins 98 both located at the ends of the channel 91.
The back cover 40 of the upper body 11 is best shown in fig. 4C and 4D, and the back cover 40 includes external angled surfaces 41, 42 and 43 designed to allow the hanger 10 to face left, right or right when the hanger 10 is hung on a support against a vertical surface. The rotatable cylinder 46 facilitates the rotating action, while the angled back cover design 40 allows the user to comfortably view the device screen from different angles and positions, not just from a front position. Fig. 4D shows the internal structure of the back cover 40, which includes a flat wall with protruding catches 44, a pin cap 45 for the pin support, and a rectangular recess for supporting the outer angled surface. The pin cap 45 for the pin support is designed to cover the securing pin 28 to relieve the force of the tension spring 106 when the device 10 is in use. As shown in fig. 7E, the back cover 40 is designed to be securely attached to the upper body 11 by means of a snap in this embodiment, thereby protecting the internal components and providing a choice of viewing angles.
Turning now to fig. 5A-5D, the mid-body 30 and its lid 100 are shown. The middle body 30 includes a front outer wall 31, and the front outer wall 31 is integrally connected to side outer walls 33 and 34 and a bottom outer wall 35. The interior of the intermediate body 30 includes a base wall 99 integrally connected to the side wall 93, the inner wall 97, the partial wall with the snap 96, the fixing pin 98, the top wall 95 and the bottom wall 94. The side walls 93 include narrow slots in which the outer wall 10 of the intermediate lid 100 is securely and permanently fitted when the lid 100 is attached. An inner wall 97 spanning the length of the intermediate body 30 is integrally connected to the bottom wall 94 and the top wall 95. The top wall 95 and the bottom wall 94 span the width of the intermediate body 30 and contain two openings, each for receiving the slidable legs 24 and 25 into the channel 91 from the top and the slidable legs 69 and 84 into the channel 92 from the bottom.
The inner wall 97 forms and constitutes the top channel 91 and the bottom channel 92, the top channel 91 and the bottom channel 92 being precisely designed to slidably receive the upper slidable legs 24 and 25 of the upper body 11 and the bottom slidable legs 69 and 84 of the bottom body 60. The top channel 91 begins at an opening in the top wall 95 and is U-shaped by means of a wall 97 and a base wall 99. They terminate in a bottom wall 94 and a retaining pin 98 is located at the midpoint of the width of the channel 91 and adjacent to the wall 94. The pin 98 provides an anchor point for the central body 30 for a tension spring 106 housed in each of the upper slidable legs 24 and 25.
The bottom channel 92 begins at an opening in the bottom wall 94 and is U-shaped by means of a wall 97 and a base wall 99. They terminate in a top wall 95 with a retaining pin 98 located at the midpoint of the width of the channel 92 and adjacent to the top wall 95. Pin 98 provides an anchor point for the central body 30 for a tension spring 106 enclosed in each of the lower slidable legs 69 and 84
The partial walls with the snaps 96 are purposely placed throughout the intermediate body 30 to ensure that the intermediate body 30 is ultimately securely attached to the intermediate lid 100. In this embodiment, a snap is used to secure the component connections of the device 10. Other fasteners, such as screws, may be used in other embodiments without detracting or departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.
The top channel 91 and bottom channel 92 are purposely placed in the present invention to support the implementation of two slidable attachments. Considering that there are four channels in the middle body 30, each channel can be identified by its relative position from left to right when the middle body 30 is held vertically. Looking at fig. 5A, the channel 91, starting from the top left side, occupies positions one and three, and the bottom channel 92 occupies positions two and four, which remain. When the intermediate body 30 is inverted, placing the bottom wall 94 on top, the channel 92 will occupy position one and position three, while the channel 91 will occupy position two and position four. This channel location design may provide balance and stability when the upper body 11 and lower body 60 are extended away from the middle body 30.
Referring now to FIG. 5C, the mid-body cover 100 includes a flat base wall 105 integrally connected with the side walls 103, the snaps 102, the pin cover 101, the slidable foot block 104, and the stabilizer 49. The side walls 103 are designed to fit within the mid-body side channels 93 when the cover 100 is attached to the mid-body 30 to provide stability and strength. The catch 102 mirrors the position of the catch 96 on the intermediate body 30 and provides a balanced and stable connection between the two components. The location of the pin cap 101 corresponds precisely to the location of the securing pin 98 on the central body 30 to alleviate some of the force exerted by the tension spring 106 on the pin 98 when the device 10 is in use. The pin cap 101 encapsulates the top of the pin 98, preventing bending or breaking.
There are four slidable foot stops 104 designed to prevent the slidable feet 24, 25, 69 and 84 from sliding out of their respective channels when force is applied to pull the upper body 11 and the bottom body 60 away from the middle body 30. The stop 104 is located above the open ends of the slidable channels 24, 25, 69 and 84, projects slightly downward where it meets the slidable channels, and blocks accidental withdrawal of the respective legs in the event that the legs are pulled too far.
Two stabilizers 49 at opposite top and bottom ends of the middle cap 100 are designed to fit against the inside of the walls 94 and 95 to aid in proper placement and increase stability.
Fig. 6A-6D illustrate the bottom body 60 of the device 10, while fig. 6E illustrates the tension spring 106. The bottom body 60 comprises a bottom wall 65 integrally connected with side walls 63 and 64, the side walls 63 and 64 being integrally connected with a front wall 62, the front wall 62 being integrally connected with a recessed clamping area 67, and the recessed clamping area 67 being integrally connected with a top wall 61, the top wall 61 being integrally connected with slidable legs 69 and 84. The bottom wall 65 is flat and extends forwardly in two sides 66 to enclose a recessed area 67 that constitutes the bottom clamping portion of the device 10. The front middle region 68 is open to support charging in the case of a deployed device. The recessed area 67 on either front side of the base body 60 and separated by a wall 68 may include three structural ribs, each including an outer side wall 63 and 64, a structural center rib, and another interior rib 67. The recessed area 67 may be coated with a soft rubber surface (not shown) or the like to enhance the gripping and cushioning effect. A smooth rubber surface 23 (fig. 6B) may also be applied to the front wall 62 to improve stability.
The slidable foot 69 connects the bottom body 60 and the tension spring 106 of the intermediate body 30. The interior of the base body 60 includes a base from which the extensions 66 and recessed areas 67 originate. The further up fixing pins 87 are aligned with their respective slidable legs 69 and 84, and the tension spring 106 is disposed in the slidable legs 69 and 84. Several snaps 86 are purposely placed to securely fit to the bottom cover 88 when attached. The top wall 61, with the two openings for the slidable feet 69 and 84, forms with the side walls 63 and 64 and the bottom wall 65 a rectangle where the bottom cover 88 fits.
A tension spring 106 having a cross-shaped central looped end 107 is suspended tautly within the U-shaped channel tube 85 of the slidable legs 69 and 84 with a bottom end 107 attached to a fixed pin 87 located in the upper portion of the base body 60 and a top end 107 attached to a corresponding, laterally aligned intermediate body pin 98 each located at the end of the channel 92.
Turning now to fig. 6C, the bottom cover 88 includes a flat base wall integrally connected with the snap-fit portion 89, the stabilizer 90, and the pin cap 113. The catches 89 are precisely positioned to engage the corresponding catches 86 of the base body and lock the cover 88 in place. Two stabilizers 90 are designed to fit against the inside of walls 61 and 65 in bottom body 60 to improve accuracy and stability. Two pin caps 113 are precisely placed in engagement with the tops of the pins 87 of the bottom body 60 to relieve the force of the tension spring and improve stability.
A mobile device such as a cell phone or tablet computer may be disposed within the device by holding the hook 12 by hand or hanging the device on any stable protruding object, such as a cabinet handle or knob, nail or screw, pole or branch, rearview mirror, umbrella stand, etc. Hook 12 may also be rotated to hang on a narrow, horizontal, extended surface (such as the edge of a laptop top screen, a cavity under a vehicle hood, or within a camping tent or the inner edge of a pocket). By simply pressing the bottom intended edge of the mobile device against the bottom grip 67 and gently applying pressure downwards to enlarge the grip gap until the top edge of the mobile device can be placed within the upper grip region 17. Once the mobile device is securely supported, any pivoting, rotation, or tilting may be performed to enhance the viewing position or angle. Removal of the device is accomplished by reversing the above procedure (by applying gentle downward pressure to release the top end of the device from the upper clamp 17 and pulling the device out).
The usefulness of the present invention has been demonstrated by the preferred embodiments described above. Other embodiments of the present invention may include variations in size, materials, shape, form, and method of constructing a fully enclosed, rotatable pivot platform using single hooks and double extensions are still considered obvious and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those shown in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Thus, variations and modifications may be made to the present embodiments without departing from or diminishing from the spirit and novel concepts of the present disclosure. It is intended that the appended claims cover all such modifications and variations as fall within the true spirit and scope of this present disclosure.

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1. An adjustable mobile device hanger, the hanger comprising:
a generally rectangular vertically oriented section body having three slidable and taut connecting portions, an upper portion, a middle portion and a bottom portion, respectively, and a hook portion at the top portion, wherein a mobile device such as a cell phone or tablet computer is securely held within the forwardly extending gripping sections of the upper and lower portions;
four vertical sliding channels formed by longitudinal inner walls within the middle portion slidably enclosing two slidable legs from the upper portion and two slidable legs from the bottom portion, wherein each of the pairs of legs is positioned in a first position and a third position relative to a top vertical orientation and a bottom vertical orientation of the middle body, thereby enhancing stability and balance;
each pair of U-shaped slidable legs is integrally connected to the upper or bottom part of the device and each leg surrounds a drag spring with a cross-shaped central loop at each end, one loop being attached to a fixed pin in the middle part and at the end of each channel and the other loop being attached to a fixed pin vertically aligned with the leg in the respective upper or lower part, wherein the drag spring simultaneously applies a drag force between the middle part and the upper part and between the middle part and the lower part, thereby creating a taut, adjustable and independent connection between the upper part, middle part and lower part;
said bottom portion comprising a front wall integrally connected to a top wall, side walls and a flat bottom wall, the bottom wall extending structurally forward and sloping vertically upward on either side of said front wall, thereby occupying about one third of the width of said front wall from each side and creating two recessed areas in which an intended bottom edge of a mobile device can be seated, and leaving about one third of unobstructed space between said two recessed areas to facilitate charging of said mobile device when carried;
said upper portion being of a greater size than said bottom portion and comprising a front wall integrally connected to two side walls, and a bottom wall from which two downwardly facing said feet slidably extend into said central portion; said top wall being integrally connected to said side wall, being horizontally flat, surrounding a central circular opening, and extending forward at a downward slope containing a recessed area that extends over the entire width of said device, in which recessed area the intended upper edge of the mobile device can rest; a curved opening in the middle of the front wall of the recessed area provides an unobstructed view for a rearward facing camera in the mobile device; both the bottom device clamping area and the upper device clamping area can be coated with a rubber-like soft material to enhance clamping force and provide cushioning for the mobile device;
the interior of the upper portion includes a top region, a middle region, and a bottom region, wherein the bottom region includes: the slidable support legs are integrally connected; and two fixing pins anchoring the aforementioned tension spring, whereas the intermediate zone comprises structural support ribs and the upper zone houses a completely surrounded freely rotatable and pivotable system comprising a rectangular housing with a central recessed depression forming, together with a precisely fitted recessed wedge, a cylindrical zone housing a freely rotatable cylindrical part in which is embedded the bottom of a constant torque friction hinge, wherein the top of the hinge protrudes through the aforementioned surrounded circular opening in the top wall and is embedded in the base of the hook;
the base of the hook is vertically aligned, cylindrical and upwardly tapered, and is integrally connected to a circular hook; the hook portion is free to rotate fully in any direction with the hook base as a longitudinal axis and can pivot forward or backward using the horizontally aligned center pin of the friction hinge as a latitudinal axis, providing infinite pivoting and orientation capability for the hanger; the hook is capable of hanging on a variety of supports and surfaces while carrying mobile devices of various sizes;
the back cover for the base comprises a flat outer surface, wherein the inner wall comprises snaps or fasteners, a pin cap and a wall support attached to corresponding snaps or bosses located within the corresponding base and a retaining pin, wherein the back cover for the middle portion comprises similar features as the base described above, further comprising a slidable foot stop that prevents the slidable foot from accidentally exiting from its middle portion enclosure; the back cover of the upper portion also includes similar features to the base described above, while the exterior of the back cover of the upper portion includes a multi-angled raised surface designed to facilitate clear, direct viewing of the screen of the tablet device from different locations when the device is suspended from the support against the vertical wall.
2. The device of claim 1, wherein a constant torque friction hinge of varying size and shape is used as a pivoting medium, connected at a bottom end to a freely rotatable system comprising varying size and shape, and at a top end to a hook-shaped hanger, wherein the freely rotatable system is housed in a fully enclosed portion of the device, wherein a top of the constant torque friction hinge protrudes upward from the fully enclosed portion through an opening in the top wall.
3. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the outer surface of the back cover of the partition includes a semi-circular outwardly convex surface to facilitate a range of viewing angles in different directions.
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