Zero-gravity operation iPad tablet support
Through the composite rope group hanging structure and lever principle design, the zero-gravity gyroscope iPad flat bracket solves the problems of handheld fatigue and insufficient stability of traditional brackets, and achieves flexible posture adjustment and multi-scene adaptation, improving user experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510923386.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-04
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-19
AI Technical Summary
The existing iPad tablet holder has problems such as handheld fatigue, single function, inability to dynamically adjust the position, insufficient stability and poor expansion in gaming, entertainment and live broadcast scenarios, especially in the operation of the gyroscope, which cannot provide a smooth experience.
The zero-gravity gyroscope iPad flat bracket designed with composite rope group hanging structure and lever principle combines the universal ball head and adjustable rope length to achieve linkage between the bracket and user posture, and achieve stability and flexibility through counterweight blocks and rope adjustment, meeting the needs of multiple scenarios.
It provides stable and flexible support, reduces handheld fatigue, improves game operation accuracy and comfort, adapts to different user postures and scenario needs, and meets the needs of various usage scenarios such as games, entertainment, and live broadcasts.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of tablet computers, and more specifically to a zero-gravity operation iPad tablet stand suitable for use with an iPad tablet. Background Art
[0002] With the widespread use of iPads in gaming, entertainment, live streaming, and other fields, users' expectations for a user experience are increasingly high. However, existing traditional iPad tablet stands have numerous shortcomings. First, holding an iPad for extended periods can easily lead to hand fatigue, severely impacting the user experience. Second, traditional stands offer limited functionality, providing only basic support. Users must actively adjust their body position to accommodate the stand, and the iPad's position cannot be dynamically adjusted based on their posture. Chinese patent CN309288716.S discloses a design patent entitled "Tablet Stand (S14)." This design patent describes a stand designed to secure an iPad, suitable for use on a table. Similar design patents exist, differing only in appearance but with essentially the same structure, all designed for use on a table. Chinese patent CN119084734.A discloses an invention patent entitled "Stand," a magnetic, three-dimensional tablet stand that provides secure, easy-to-detach support. Similar applications abound, all designed to secure tablets, suitable for live streaming and photography. There are also many iPad tablet stands available for sale online, which fall roughly into two categories. One type is designed to be fixed to a bedside table. While these eliminate the need to manually support the tablet, adjusting the height requires pulling the tablet and balancing the spring force. This can cause fatigue over time and the fixed position is limited. Another type is a stand that stands on the ground, similar to a camera mounted on a tripod, allowing for height and side-to-side adjustment. While suitable for live streaming, it's not suitable for gaming. For games that rely on gyroscope control, such as racing and shooting games, traditional stands can't simultaneously support the iPad while automatically adjusting its position, height, and tilt based on the player's real-time posture. This makes it difficult to achieve the same smooth handheld experience and effectively reduces fatigue. Furthermore, the limitations of traditional stands are even more pronounced in live streaming scenarios. Not only do users need to purchase and assemble additional lighting, cameras, and other equipment, making the setup process cumbersome, but existing stands lack an extension for the camera, making it impossible to coordinate the camera's movements with the stand. This makes it difficult to ensure the camera accurately follows the camera during live streaming using gyroscope control. In addition, traditional stands also have defects in terms of reaching distance and stability. Traditional floor-standing stands are structures with a ground chassis as a counterweight. Since the chassis needs to be able to be placed in different scenes and the person moving it cannot be too heavy, the chassis cannot be too heavy. The disadvantage of this counterweight structure is that the reaching distance is short, it is easy to shake or even tip over, and there are safety hazards. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a zero-gravity iPad tablet stand. This zero-gravity gyroscope iPad tablet stand utilizes a composite rope suspension structure, is designed based on the principle of leverage, and offers diverse functions. It utilizes a column chassis as the fulcrum, with a counterweight positioned on either side. While maintaining the same chassis weight, it completely overcomes the limitations of traditional stands in terms of reach and stability.
[0004] The specific technical solution is as follows: A zero-gravity gyroscope iPad tablet stand, comprising: a counterweight support frame, a support connector, a universal tablet clamp, a rigid connecting rope, a flexible connecting rope, a universal ball head, and a rope length adjustment device. The solution is characterized in that the lower portion of the universal tablet clamp 2 is fixed to the universal ball head 3, which is fixed to the upper end of the support connector 1. One end of the flexible connecting rope 4 is connected to the upper end of the support connector 1, and the other end of the flexible connecting rope 4 is connected to the middle position above the universal tablet clamp 2. The upper end of the support connector 1 is connected to a rigid connecting rope 6, and the upper end of the rigid connecting rope 6 is connected to an adjustable locking hook 14 of a counterweight support frame. The adjustable locking hook 14 is connected to the crossbar 9 of the counterweight support frame.
[0005] The counterweight support frame is composed of a support base 12, a telescopic column 10, a crossbar 9, an external device extension anchor point 13, an adjustable locking hook 14, and a counterweight assembly 11. The other end of the crossbar 9 is movably mounted with a counterweight 11. The crossbar 9 is anchored to the telescopic column 10 through a damping anchor 17. One end of the crossbar 9 is mounted with an external device extension anchor point 13 and an adjustable locking hook 14. The adjustable locking hook 14 can be moved on the crossbar 9 to adjust the length of the lever arm. The counterweight 11 is mounted with an anti-fall limit device 16 and a position moving device 15. The counterweight 11 can move on the crossbar 9. The lower end of the column 10 is connected to the support base 12, and the support base 12 is placed on the ground. The support base 12 can be placed on the ground or on furniture with a flat surface, such as an office desk or coffee table.
[0006] The flexible connecting rope 4 is provided with a rope length adjuster I 5 .
[0007] The rigid connecting rope 6 is provided with a rope length adjuster II 7 .
[0008] The supporting connecting member structure 1 is in the shape of a semicircle, a trapezoid, a gate, or a polygon.
[0009] The upper end of the steel wire connecting rope 6 is connected to a hook 8, and the hook can be directly fixed on a wall or other fixing devices.
[0010] The advantages of the present invention are: This stand meets the diverse needs of iPad users for gaming, entertainment, live streaming, and other scenarios, offering significant advancements in shape, support stability, operational flexibility, and functional expansion. It completely eliminates hand-held iPad fatigue and ensures smooth full-gyroscopic operation. The clamping area between the stand and the iPad is made of PC and soft silicone, offering both anti-slip and shock-absorbing properties. It fits iPads of various sizes snugly, preventing them from shaking or slipping during operation. The centrally located clamping mechanism ensures no interference with user finger movements during gaming. A universal ball-head gimbal mechanism is located at the bottom of the iPad clamp, enabling full-range, free movement of the iPad. A cable-mounted suspension structure above the iPad clamp allows for flexible angle adjustment based on individual user needs or the desired scenario. This design ensures the iPad remains stable during full-gyroscopic operation, allowing the gyroscope to accurately sense the iPad's posture, delivering a smooth experience similar to handheld operation and significantly improving gaming accuracy and comfort. The unique rope-hung lever zero-gravity structure effectively reduces the burden of the iPad's weight on the hands, reduces fatigue caused by prolonged hand holding, and reduces the risk of hand diseases. At the same time, the adjustable rope hanging structure and the design that links with body posture can adapt to different users' operating habits and visual angle requirements with the iPad. When using the iPad for gaming, the stand can automatically adjust the height and left and right position of the iPad in real time according to the user's body movement, preventing the user from maintaining the same posture for long periods of time, minimizing wrist discomfort, and alleviating the pressure on the cervical spine caused by long-term head-down use of the iPad, providing users with a healthy and comfortable user experience. The multi-functional expansion structure meets the differentiated needs of users in various scenarios such as using the iPad for gaming, entertainment, live streaming, and office work, greatly improving the practicality and applicability of the stand.
[0011] When used on a counterweight support frame, combined with the lever principle, it can achieve a larger working range while ensuring stability, and can meet the needs of multiple application scenarios of the bracket, such as people lying in bed, sitting on the sofa, and using various chairs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention.
[0013] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the composite rope hanging type flat panel support rack in the present invention.
[0014] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the counterweight support frame in the present invention.
[0015] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the horizontal working state of the present invention.
[0016] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the vertical working state of the present invention.
[0017] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the counterweight assembly structure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] Example 1
[0019] The flexible connecting rope 4 of the present invention is connected to the middle position of the upper portion of the universal flat panel clamp 2. The lower portion of the universal flat panel clamp 2 is fixed to the universal ball head 3, which is fixed to the upper portion of the lower end of the support connector 1. The flexible connecting rope 4 is connected to the upper end of the support connector 1. A rigid connecting rope 6 is connected to the support connector 1. The upper end of the rigid connecting rope 6 is connected to an adjustable locking hook 14 of a counterweight support frame. The adjustable locking hook 14 is connected to the crossbar 9 of the counterweight support frame.
[0020] The counterweight support frame consists of a base plate 12, telescopic columns 10, and a crossbar 9. A counterweight 11 is removably mounted at the other end of the crossbar, with a stopper 16 mounted at the lower end. The crossbar is anchored to the telescopic columns, achieving damped hovering. The present support utilizes a design that combines a composite rope assembly suspension with a lever mechanism. The suspension components utilize high-strength, wear-resistant steel and nylon ropes, rigorously quality-tested, and can stably support iPads of varying sizes and weights. The supporting connector 1 utilizes a combination of sheet metal and machined parts, with a brushed titanium-plated or painted finish for corrosion resistance, ensuring durability. The lever 9 is constructed of lightweight, high-strength metal and features an oxidized spray coating for enhanced hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, extending its service life. The lever is equipped with an adjustable hook 14 that can be slid back and forth along the lever for adjustment and locking, complementing a removable counterweight assembly. Users can flexibly adjust the counterweight position and lever arm length based on the iPad's actual weight and usage scenario, achieving zero-gravity balancing. For example, when playing iPad games, users can adjust the counterweight to the appropriate position so that their hands can hardly feel the weight when operating the iPad, effectively alleviating hand fatigue and ensuring long-term comfortable operation. Example 2
[0021] Based on Example 1, the counterweight support frame is removed, and the rigid connecting rope 6 connected to the connecting member 1 is fixed to a wall or a fixed bracket through a round hook 8. The operator can directly use the iPad for games, entertainment and other activities. Example 3
[0022] Remove the counterweight support frame and install a wire rope length adjuster 7 on the rigid connecting rope 6 connected to connector 1. The upper end of the wire rope 6 is connected to a round hook 8 via a spring balancer (or electric balancer) and directly hung on the roof wall or any other fixed fixture on a vertical or horizontal surface. The operator can directly use the iPad for games, entertainment, live streaming, and other activities.
Claims
1. Zero-gravity iPad tablet stand, which includes: A counterweight support frame, a support connector, a universal flat plate clamp, a rigid connecting rope, a flexible connecting rope, a universal ball head platform, and a rope length adjustment device, characterized in that the lower portion of the universal flat plate clamp (2) is fixed to the universal ball head platform (3), the universal ball head platform (3) is fixed to the upper portion of the support connector (1), one end of the flexible connecting rope (4) is connected to the upper end of the support connector (1), the other end of the flexible connecting rope (4) is connected to the middle position above the universal flat plate clamp (2), the upper end of the support connector (1) is connected to a rigid connecting rope (6), the upper end of the rigid connecting rope (6) is connected to a locking hook (14) with an adjustable position of a counterweight support frame. The locking hook (14) with an adjustable position is connected to a crossbar (9) of the counterweight support frame.
2. The zero-gravity iPad tablet stand according to claim 1, characterized in that: The counterweight support frame is composed of a bracket base plate (12), a telescopic column (10), a cross bar (9), an external device extension anchor point (13), an adjustable position locking hook (14), and a counterweight assembly (11). A counterweight (11) is movably installed at the other end of the cross bar (9). The cross bar 9 is anchored to the telescopic column (10) through a damping anchor (17). An external device extension anchor point (13) and an adjustable position locking hook (14) are installed at one end of the cross bar (9). The adjustable position locking hook (14) can be moved on (9) to adjust the length of the force arm. An anti-fall limit device (16) and a position moving device (15) are installed in the counterweight (11). The counterweight (11) can move on the cross bar (9). The lower end of the column (10) is connected to the bracket base plate (12), and the bracket base plate (12) is placed on the ground.
3. The zero-gravity iPad tablet stand according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flexible connecting rope (4) is provided with a rope length adjuster I (5).
4. The zero-gravity iPad tablet stand according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rigid connecting rope (6) is provided with a rope length adjuster II (7).
5. The zero-gravity operation iPad tablet stand according to claim 1, wherein the support connecting member structure (1) is semicircular, trapezoidal, gate-shaped, or polygonal.
6. The zero-gravity gyroscope iPad tablet stand according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that: The upper end of the steel wire connecting rope (6) is connected to a hook (8), and the hook can be directly fixed on a wall or other fixing device.