Patent ID: 6889952
Filing Date: 2005-05-10
Classification: A47B

Abstract:
1. A portable easel, comprising: a frame including a front leg member having a longitudinal axis extending from a top end to a bottom end; a display panel movably coupled to the frame, wherein the panel is movable with respect to the frame in a longitudinal direction, and the panel is rotatable with respect to the frame; a positioning assembly including a locking mechanism for locking the angular position of the display panel in one of a plurality of discrete predetermined positions, the discrete predetermined positions including at least a first predetermined angular position and a second predetermined angular position; and at least one adjustable rear leg assembly connected to the frame to support the frame in a substantially upright positions; wherein the positioning assembly is coupled to the frame for positioning the panel with respect to the frame, the positioning assembly including, a stationary plate fixedly connected to the frame; and a position cart movably coupled to the stationary plate, the position cart including,