Artifact mounting system

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an artifact display system that may comprise a base, a support member, a first arm, and a stem, a second arm, a rod and a flange. The support member may be coupled to the base. The first arm may define a slot. The first arm may be operatively coupled to an annular head. The annular head may be coupled to the support member. The stem may be adjustably coupled to the first arm. The second arm may be adjustably coupled to the distal end of the first arm. The second arm may have a boss. The boss may define an adjustment aperture. The rod may be adjustably installed in the boss through the adjustment aperture. The flange may be adjustably installed on the rod.

Description

Title: Artifact Mounting SystemInventors: Francis CameronCable MorrisApplicant: Cameron & Morris LLCCross Reference to Related Application

[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 558,035 filed on February 26, 2024, and entitled ARTIFACT MOUNTING SYSTEM, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety for any purpose.Field

[0002] The present disclosure relates an artifact mounting system. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to an artifact mounting system that that is customizable for the artifact that is being mounted.Background

[0003] Artifact mounting systems are essential for the proper display and preservation of various artifacts, including but not limited to, historical objects, animal remains, and artistic pieces. Traditional mounting systems often lack the flexibility and adaptability required to accommodate the diverse range of artifacts, leading to compromised stability, improper display angles, and potential damage to the artifacts themselves. Furthermore, existing systems may require extensive customization or modification, increasing the complexity and cost of the mounting process.

[0004] There is a need for an advanced artifact mounting system that offers enhanced versatility, ease of adjustment, and secure support for different types of artifacts. Such a system would allow for precise positioning and orientation of the artifacts, whileensuring their safety and integrity. Additionally, a customizable mounting system would be highly beneficial for museums, collectors, and researchers who frequently handle and display a variety of artifacts with unique shapes and sizes.Summary

[0001] The present disclosure seeks to address these challenges by introducing an innovative artifact mounting system designed to provide robust support and customizable configurations for a wide range of artifacts. This system aims to simplify the mounting process, reduce the risk of damage, and enhance the overall aesthetic presentation of the artifacts.

[0002] In various embodiments, an artifact display system may comprise a base, a support member, a first arm, and a stem, a second arm, a rod and a flange. The support member may be coupled to the base. The first arm may define a slot. The first arm may be operatively coupled to an annular head. The annular head may be coupled to the support member. The stem may be adjustably coupled to the first arm. The second arm may be adjustably coupled to the distal end of the first arm. The second arm may have a boss. The boss may define an adjustment aperture. The rod may be adjustably installed in the boss through the adjustment aperture. The flange may be adjustably installed on the rod.

[0003] In various embodiments, the first arm may have a proximal end and a distal end. The annular head may be coupled to the proximal end of the first arm. The stem may be moveable along the slot of the first arm between the proximal end and the distal end of the first arm. The rod may be retained in the boss with at least one of a set screw, a detent assembly or other suitable retention system. The flange may include a boss that receives the rod. The flange may be adjustable on the rod. The second arm may be configured to pivotabout the distal end of the first arm.

[0004] In various embodiments, the artifact may be an animal skull. The artifact may be one of a bear skull, deer, elk, antelope, javelina skull or any other suitable animal.

[0005] In various embodiments, an artifact display system may comprise a base, a support member, a linkage assembly, and a flange. The support member may be coupled to the base in a perpendicular arrangement. The support member may define a first axis. The linkage assembly may be coupled to the support member. The linkage assembly may comprise a first portion rotatable about the first axis. The linkage assembly may also comprise a stem parallel to the first axis and positionable at a variable lateral distance from the first axis. The linkage assembly may further comprise a second portion being length adjustable and configured to pivot from an end of the first portion. The flange adjustably may be installed on the second portion.

[0006] In various embodiments, the base may comprise a magnet. The first arm may comprise a flange that engages the base. The flange may comprise a boss, a first, wing and a second wing. The stem may comprise an artifact retention system. The flange may comprise a boss and a cross-member.Brief Description of the Drawings

[0001] The subject matter of the present disclosure is particularly pointed out and distinctly claimed in the concluding portion of the specification. A more complete understanding of the present disclosure, however, may best be obtained by referring to the detailed description and claims when considered in connection with the drawing figures, wherein like numerals denote like elements.

[0002] Fig. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an artifact mounting system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0003] Fig. 2 illustrates a perspective view of a portion of an artifact mounting system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0004] Fig. 3 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0005] Fig. 4 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system including an artifact, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0006] Fig. 5 illustrates is a back perspective view of an artifact mounting system including an artifact, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0007] Fig. 6 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system with a portion of an artifact installed, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0008] Fig. 7 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system with an artifact assembly, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0009] Fig. 8 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system with a mounted artifact in an open position, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0010] Fig. 9 illustrates is a front perspective view of an artifact mounting system with optional mounting hardware, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0011] Fig. 10 illustrates is a front perspective view of a wall mounted artifact mounting system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0012] Fig. 11 illustrates is a front perspective view of a retention system for a wall mounted artifact mounting system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0013] Fig. 12 illustrates a side view of a stem and artifact retention system, in accordance with various embodiments.

[0014] Fig. 13 illustrates a side view of a stem and artifact retention system mounted to a structure, in accordance with various embodiments.Detailed Description

[0015] The detailed description of exemplary embodiments herein refers to the accompanying drawings, which show exemplary embodiments by way of illustration. While these exemplary embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the inventions, it should be understood that other embodiments may be realized and that logical, chemical and mechanical changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the inventions. Thus, the detailed description herein is presented for purposes of illustration only and not of limitation. For example, the steps recited in any of the method or process descriptions may be executed in any order and are not necessarily limited to the order presented. Furthermore, any reference to singular includes plural embodiments, and any reference to more than one component or step may include a singular embodiment or step. Also, any reference to attached, fixed, connected or the like may include permanent, removable, temporary, partial, full and / or any other possible attachment option. Additionally, any reference to without contact (or similar phrases) may also include reduced contact or minimal contact.

[0016] In various embodiments and with reference to Figs. 1 - 3, an artifact mounting system 100 may be configured to support an artifact or an artifact assembly.Artifact mounting system 100 may be configured to adjustably mount an artifact into a plurality of positions based on the requirements of the user and the adjustability of the artifact.Artifact mounting system 100, may comprise a first arm 110, an annular head 120, a support member 140, a base 130, and a second arm 150. Support member 140 may be operatively coupled to base 130. In this regard, support member 140 may protrude away from a plane defined by a top surface of base member 130 in a substantially perpendicular relationship. Support member 140 may have any suitable profile or shape including for example, a circular shape, a rectangular shape, and / or the like.

[0017] Support member 140 may comprise a first end that is operatively coupled to base 130. Support member 140 may comprise a second end operatively coupled to annular head 120. Annular head 120 may moveably couple first arm 110 to support member 140. In this regard, first arm 110 may be rotatably adjustable about support member 140 about first axis 160 in a 360-degree range of motion 161.

[0018] First arm 110 may comprise a proximal end. The proximal end may be operatively coupled to annular head 120. First arm 110 may also comprise a distal end. The distal and may be operatively coupled to a second arm 150. The length between first arm 110 and second arm 150 may adjustable along the length of first arm 110 and may be secured in a fixed position by fastener 101. First arm 110 may define a channel that is configured to receive fastener 101 and provide adjustability to second arm 160 along the length (e.g., adjustment 101) of first arm 110.

[0019] In various embodiments, second arm 150 may be adjustably coupled to a distal end of first arm 110. The proximal end of second arm 150 may be rotationally coupled to the distal end of first arm 110. Second arm 150 may also me rotationally coupled to support member 140 via annular head 120 about first axis 160. In various embodiments, second arm 150 is adjustable relative to first arm 110 in a longitudinal direction 153. Invarious embodiments, second arm 150 is adjustable relative to first arm 110 in a latitudinal direction 151.

[0020] In various embodiments, a stem 170 may be adjustably coupled to first arm 110. First arm 110 may define a slot or channel 112 along a length of first arm 110 between its proximal and distal ends. Stem 170 may be secured to first arm 110 with a fastener 172 that passes through channel 112 and engages the body of first arm 110. Stem 170 may be positionable along the length of first arm 110. Stem 170 may also be radially adjustable about fastener 172.

[0021] In various embodiments, second arm 150 may comprise a boss 152. Boss 152 may be disposed as a distal end of second arm 150. Boss 152 may define an aperture 156. Aperture 156 may be sized to receive a rod 154. Rod 154 may be adjustably installed in aperture 156. Flange 180 may be adjustably installed on rod 154. Flange 180 may be positionable along any suitable length of rod 154. Flange 180 may be secured to rod 154 with a fastener or set screw 182.

[0022] In various embodiments and with references to Figs. 4-5, a top or first portion 12 of artifact 10 (e.g., an animal skull including for example, a bear skull, a deer skull, an elk skull, an antelope skull, a javelina skull, and / or the like) may be adjustably mounted on artifact display system 100. First portion 12 may installed on stem 170 of first arm 110. First portion 12 may be secured to stem 170 by a clamp 174. Clamp 174 may be a fastener and washer assembly or any other suitable clamp. First portion 12 may be rotatable about first axis 160 along a path 161 by adjusting annular head 120.

[0023] In various embodiments and with reference to Figs. 6 - 8, bottom or second portionl4 of artifact may be mounted on flange 180. Second portion 14 positionrelative to support member 140 and / or flange 170 may be adjusted by adjusting rod 154. Second portion 14 may also be rotated about first axis 160 by adjusting annular head 120. First portion 12 may be installed on stem 170. Second arm 150 may be adjusted relative to first arm 110 to change the positioned of second portion 14 relatively to first portion 12. In this regard, you can position an artifact 10, e.g., a skull in a mouth open position as shown in Fig. 8, or a mouth closed position.

[0024] In various embodiments and with reference to Fig. 9, the flanges described herein may take various shapes. For example, flange 180 may be adjustable coupled to rod 154 as described herein. Flange 180 may comprise a central boss 182. Flange 180 may also comprise wing 184 and wing 186 that are couple to and protrude from central boss 182. Wing 184 and wing 186 may each define a channel with a flange to capture an artifact.

[0025] In other embodiments, flange 280 may include an adjustable boss 282 that includes a rotating element such that it is radially adjustable on rod 154. Flange 280 may include a flange arm 281 protruding from boss 282. Flange arm 281 may be an assembly that has an adjustable length. Flange 280 may also comprise a cross-member 284 that has a rest for the second portion of an artifact. Cross-member 284 may be operatively coupled to flange arm 281.

[0026] In some embodiments, flange 380 may be attachable to a boss on rod 154.Flange 380 may comprise a support member 384 to support a second portion of an artifact.Flange 380 may define a channel 386 along a central axis of flange 380 to facilitate adjustment.

[0027] In some embodiments, flange 480 may include an integral rod 454 that is installable in boss 152. Flange 430 may also comprise a cross-member 484 to support a second portion of an artifact.

[0028] In some embodiments, flange 580 may comprise a boss 582, wing 584 and wing 586. Boss 582 may be adjustably installed on rod 154. Wing 584 and wing 586 may be rotatably coupled to boss 582. In this regard, wing 584 and wind 586 may be radially adjustable relative to boss 582.

[0029] In various embodiments and with reference to Figs. 10 - 11, artifact display system 600 may be configured to mount to a wall or other vertical structure. Artifact display system may include a base 630 that is mountable to a structure with a fastener 634. Base 630 may also include a magnet 632. Artifact mounting system may also comprise a first arm 610. First arm 610 may include a base portion 612 that is made a material suitable to engage magnet 632 in base 630.

[0030] Artifact display system 600 may further comprise a linkage assembly 605 coupled to the first arm 610. Linkage assembly 605 may comprise a first portion 620 rotatable about the first axis 660. First axis 660 may be substantially parallel to a mounting structure. Linkage assembly 605 may also comprise a stem 670. Stem 670 may be substantially parallel to first axis 660. Stem 670 may be positionable at a variable lateral distance from first axis 660. Linkage assembly 605 may also comprise a second portion 650 that may be length adjustable. This portion 650 may be configured to pivot from an end of first portion 620.

[0031] In various embodiments and with reference to Figs. 12 - 13, stem 770 may include an artifact retention system 775. Artifact retention system may comprise a cable retainer 774 that is operatively coupled to stem anchor 772. Stem anchor 772 may beinstallable within a cavity of an artifact. Cable retainer may be operatively coupled to stem and retained by a cable clamp 773. Stem 770 may also be mounted to a structure in an adjustably cantilevered position, as shown in Fig. 13. Stem mount 710 may be mounted to any suitable surface at its proximal end. Stem 770 may be configured to attached to the distal end of stem mount 710. Stem 770 may be radially adjustable relative to stem mount 710 with the actuation of one more or more fasteners 712 and 714.

[0032] Benefits, other advantages, and solutions to problems have been described herein with regard to specific embodiments. Furthermore, the connecting lines shown in the various figures contained herein are intended to represent exemplary functional relationships and / or physical couplings between the various elements. It should be noted that many alternative or additional functional relationships or physical connections may be present in a practical system. However, the benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any elements that may cause any benefit, advantage, or solution to occur or become more pronounced are not to be construed as critical, required, or essential features or elements of the disclosure. The scope of the disclosure is accordingly to be limited by nothing other than the appended claims, in which reference to an element in the singular is not intended to mean “one and only one” unless explicitly so stated, but rather “one or more.” Moreover, where a phrase similar to “at least one of A, B, or C” is used in the claims, it is intended that the phrase be interpreted to mean that A alone may be present in an embodiment, B alone may be present in an embodiment, C alone may be present in an embodiment, or that any combination of the elements A, B and C may be present in a single embodiment; for example, A and B, A and C,B and C, or A and B and C.

[0033] Systems, methods, and apparatus are provided herein. In the detailed description herein, references to “one embodiment”, “an embodiment”, “various embodiments”, etc., indicate that the embodiment described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but every embodiment may not necessarily include the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Moreover, such phrases are not necessarily referring to the same embodiment. Further, when a particular feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, it is submitted that it is within the knowledge of one skilled in the art to affect such feature, structure, or characteristic in connection with other embodiments whether explicitly described. After reading the description, it will be apparent to one skilled in the relevant art(s) how to implement the disclosure in alternative embodiments.

[0034] Furthermore, no element, component, or method step in the present disclosure is intended to be dedicated to the public regardless of whether the element, component, or method step is explicitly recited in the claims. No claim element herein is to be construed under the provisions of 35 U.S.C. 112(f), unless the element is expressly recited using the phrase “means for.” As used herein, the terms “comprises,” “comprising”, or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0035] The term “exemplary” is used herein to represent one example, instance, or illustration that may have any number of alternates. Any implementation described herein as “exemplary” should not necessarily be construed as preferred or advantageous over otherimplementations. While several exemplary embodiments have been presented in the foregoing detailed description, it should be appreciated that a vast number of alternate but equivalent variations exist, and the examples presented herein are not intended to limit the scope, applicability, or configuration of the invention in any way. To the contrary, various changes may be made in the function and arrangement of the various features described herein without departing from the scope of the claims and their legal equivalents.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. An artifact display system, comprising: a base; a support member coupled to the base; a first arm defining a slot, the first arm operatively coupled an annular head, the annular head coupled to the support member; a stem adjustably coupled to the first arm; a second arm adjustably couple to the distal end of the first arm, the second arm having a boss, the boss defined an adjustment aperture; a rod adjustable installed in the boss through the adjustment aperture; and a flange adjustably installed on the rod.

2. The artifact display system of claim 1, wherein the first arm has a proximal end and a distal end.

3. The artifact display system of claim 2, wherein the annular head is coupled to the proximal end of the first arm.

4. The artifact display system of claim 2, wherein the stem is moveable along the slot of the first arm between the proximal end and the distal end of the first arm.

5. The artifact display system of claim 1, wherein the rod is retained in the boss with at least one of a set screw, a detent assembly or other suitable retention system.

6. The artifact display system of claim 1, wherein the flange comprises a boss that receives the rod.

7. The artifact display system of claim 6, wherein the flange is adjustable on the rod.

8. The artifact display system of claim 2, wherein the second arm is configured to pivot about the distal end of the first arm.

9. The artifact display system of claim 1, wherein the artifact is an animal skull.

10. The artifact display system of claim 1, wherein flange comprises a boss, a first wing and a second wing.

11. An artifact display system, comprising: a base; a first arm coupled to the base in a perpendicular arrangement, the support member defining a first axis; a linkage assembly coupled to the first arm, the linkage assembly comprising a first portion rotatable about the first axis, a stem parallel to the first axis and positionable at a variable lateral distance from the first axis, and a second portion being length adjustable and configured to pivot from an end of the first portion; a flange adjustably installed on the third portion.

11. The artifact display system of claim 11, wherein the base comprises a magnet.

12. The artifact display system of claim 11, wherein the first arm comprises a flange that engages the base.

13. The artifact display system of claim 11, wherein the flange comprises a boss, a first, wing and a second wing.

14. The artifact display system of claim 11, wherein the stem comprises an artifact retention system.

15. The artifact display system of claim 11, wherein the flange comprises a boss and a crossmember.

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