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Is a monitor arm patented?
Short answer: specific designs of a monitor arm have been patented many times, but "a monitor arm" as a general idea is not what is protected. What matters is the exact combination of features in your version.
What our index shows
- 809 US and WO patent publications since 2000 have a title matching “monitordisplayscreen armmountstand” or a close variant (our index of 9.7 million patent families; one publication per family).
- Among the 94 best keyword matches we examined, 38 were published in 2020 or later, and the earliest was published in 2000.
- Most frequent assignees in those matches: CKNAPP SALES INC (4), VLAAR INNOVATIONS B V (3), SCULLER STEVEN J (2), MARKOFF BRAD (2).
- Most common patent classes (CPC subclasses): F16M (64), G06F (20), A47B (11), Y10S (11).
Counts come from keyword matching on titles and abstracts, so they are indicative, not a legal count. Some matches are different products that share a word.
14 real patent publications related to a monitor arm
- Adjustable desk and monitor mount assembly US-12690670-B2 2026 · WRIGHT MFG LLC
An adjustable desk and monitor mount assembly includes an L-shaped base having a first leg configured to be positioned behind a chair and a second leg configured to be positioned along a side of the chair. A vertical support exten…
View on Google Patents - Retractable display arm US-12114459-B2 2024 · TOSHIBA INT CORP
The systems and methods disclosed are directed towards a retractable and adjustable display arm for a data center cabinet that allows a user to access internal components of the data center cabinet without completely detaching a d…
View on Google Patents - Height adjustable monitor arm mounting assembly US-11555574-B2 2023 · OMNIMAX USA LLC
A height adjustable monitor arm assembly includes a monitor arm having a latch mechanism where a post arm includes indented rings therein for engaging the latch mechanism. The monitor arm includes an aperture for positioning the a…
View on Google Patents - Monitor mounting device and information display system US-11822379-B2 2023 · DOTHEAL CO LTD
A display mounting device is disclosed. The display mounting device includes a driving motor which provides a rotational driving force; and an arm unit which receives the rotational driving force and moves linearly in at least one…
View on Google Patents - Monitor arm with decorative lighting US-11543073-B2 2023 · NINGBO TUOTUO RIVER DESIGN COMPANY
A monitor arm with decorative lighting (or luminous display arm) includes a light-emitting element and a wire that is connected to the light-emitting element. The light-emitting element and the wire are routed through an inside ca…
View on Google Patents - Lap desk with secondary monitor arm US-2022053926-A1 2022 · MONKOSKI JOSEPH
A lap desk and methods of use, where the lap desk includes a support member having a top surface; a mounting region; a monitor arm, the monitor arm including a mounting bar and a mobile section; and a monitor mount. The mounting b…
View on Google Patents - Monitor arm coupling unit for coupling a flat panel display monitor to an end of a monitor arm of a monitor arm stand, and monitor arm stand including such a monitor coupling unit US-11137105-B2 2021 · VLAAR INNOVATIONS B V
A monitor arm coupling unit (1) for coupling a flat panel display monitor to an end of a monitor arm (2) of a monitor arm stand (3), comprising a monitor coupling part having a back plate (5) that is provided with mounting provisi…
View on Google Patents - Accessory mounting collet for a monitor arm support post US-2021244200-A1 2021 · WEBB ROGER LANDON
A structure or apparatus for attaching accessories or monitor arms to the post of an monitor or display stand. The apparatus included a collar or collet for selectively attaching to a post of the stand, the collet or collar includ…
View on Google Patents - Method and systems for a compact integrated monitor arm for an imaging system US-10485499-B2 2019 · GEN ELECTRIC
Various methods and systems are provided for an integrated arm of an imaging device. In one example, an imaging system may comprise: a base unit; a C-arm coupled to the base unit and including an x-ray source and detector position…
View on Google Patents - Adjustable flat panel display mounting system US-8550415-B2 2013 · SCULLER STEVEN J
A flat panel display mounting system includes a wall plate and at least one monitor arm assembly. The monitor arm assembly includes a monitor arm mountable to the wall plate, and a leveling assembly coupled to the monitor arm and …
View on Google Patents - Rear monitor mounting structure integrated with armrest US-8256837-B2 2012 · KIM HUN SOO
A rear monitor mounting structure may include an armrest having a recess formed in an upper portion and an armrest hinge portion provided on one end thereof, a rear monitor mount provided in the one end of the armrest and pivotall…
View on Google Patents - Adjustable Display Arm US-2011147546-A1 2011 · HUMANSCALE CORP
An adjustable display arm utilizing a single motion, friction-locking hinge mechanism to allow a user to adjust the display height across a range sufficient to accommodate different-sized users while supporting the weight of an at…
View on Google Patents - Vehicle entertainment system incorporated within the armrest/console of a vehicle with a swivel monitor mounting structure US-7604291-B2 2009 · VITITO CHRISTOPHER J
A vehicle entertainment system includes a video system mounted within an automobile armrest/console, the armrest/console including an upper support surface. The video system includes an integrated housing supporting a video monito…
View on Google Patents - Adjustable monitor mount US-6715269-B2 2004 · CNH AMERICA LLC
An agricultural harvesting machine includes an operator station. The operator station provides an operator console. An adjustable mount provides a swivel and tilt adjustment for an electronic display panel connected to the console…
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What this means for your idea
Because patents cover specific combinations of features, the useful question is not “has a monitor arm been patented?” but “has my combination of features been described before?” Tools and office products differ in grips, adjustment mechanisms, and how blades or bits are held and changed.
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First-look landscape. Not exhaustive. Not legal advice. This page lists keyword-matched publications from a limited database; it does not say whether any product is or isn't covered by a patent, whether a patent is still in force, or whether your idea is patentable. Consult a registered patent attorney or agent.