Mounting System Patent.pdf

Patent Information
Patent Number: US 10,378,690 B2
Date of Patent: August 13, 2019
Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
Assignee: National Products, Inc.

Invention Summary
The patent describes a mount for receiving a cylindrical element
The mount includes a retention assembly that retains the cylindrical element between the retention assembly and a base
The retention assembly includes arm segments and retaining members that are separated by a gap
The gap is widened when the cylindrical element is pushed through it, allowing the element to be inserted and retained

Key Features
The retention members are resilient, allowing the gap to be widened when the cylindrical element is inserted
A biasing member biases the cylindrical element against the retaining members, but does not push it through the gap
The mount is designed for coupling to surfaces and receiving objects

Classification
International Classification: F16M 11/14, F16M 11/20, F16M 11/42, A47B 95/00, F16M 13/02
US Classification: 248/128, 68.1, 67.7, 70, 72, 74.4

References
The patent cites numerous prior art references, including US patents and other publications.