Abstract:
A detachable shelf can be positioned either on top, bottom, left, or right side of the monitor. The shelf has a flat portion that is horizontal for holding various items. One embodiment of the shelf allows for one or multiple attachment points allowing the shelf to position with the horizontal shelving stable and level. In another embodiment of the current invention, the shelf has a pivot axis that allows the shelf to rotate on its axis that allows for the versatility of the detachable shelf to be position on opposite sides of the monitor. The system includes capabilities to convert the shelf for VESA display screens, computer monitors, and other planar viewing device, such as a laptop, or even a tablet that is stationed.

Description:
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention relates to shelves built and designed for TV and computer monitors. 
     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     This invention relates to a detachable shelf system for securing onto TV monitors, computer monitors, and the like. Computer monitors and flat VESA screen TVs have become commonplace, and are now present in many households. Although there are different types of computers and monitors, they all share the common trend of becoming thinner. Technology has advanced to the point that these monitors can be less than an inch wide. But old traditional TVs were square and boxy, which allowed users to place things, like set-top boxes, remotes, gaming gadgets, and drinks on them. But as these monitors become thinner, less room exists for these accessories. 
     With advancements in technology, the answer to smaller available space can come in the form of shelving. Shelving allows for monitors to be used in smaller areas, or it allows for more free space for other accessories. Shelves can provide space for remotes, food, drinks, technology accessories, storage device, camera, microphone, speakers, wireless equipment, gaming equipment, and other office supplies and accessories. The monitor does not have to be a TV or computer monitor. It can take shape of a workstation monitor or stationary tablet (such as stationed on a tri-pod), or other viewing devices that has the ability to maintain a stable shelf. 
     SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     An object of the present invention is to provide shelf for various equipment, such as a TV or computer monitor, that is positioned either on top, bottom, left, or right side of the monitor. The present invention allows for versatility so that the shelving can be placed in different locations of the monitor with easy adjustments made by the use. There is nothing complex with aspects of the invention. The innovative features that allow for weight bearing aspects of the shelf and the versatility of shelf capable of transformation into different attachment points allow the invention to exceed the expectations of its capabilities in both design and function. The weight bearing aspects and the swivel point both succeed in making conventional detachable shelves more versatile. 
     The foregoing has outlined rather broadly the features and technical advantages of the present invention in order that the detailed description of the invention that follows may be better understood. Additional features and advantages of the invention will be described hereinafter. It should be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the conception and specific embodiments disclosed may be readily utilized as a basis for modifying or designing other structures for carrying out the same purposes of the present invention. It should also be realized by those skilled in the art that such equivalent constructions do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       For a more thorough understanding of the present invention, and advantages thereof, reference is now made to the following descriptions taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: 
         FIG. 1  shows a TV monitor with a detachable shelf on top in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 2  is a side view of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 3  is another side view of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 4  shows a front perspective of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 5  shows a back perspective of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 6  shows a top perspective of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 7  shows a bottom perspective of the detachable shelf; 
         FIG. 8  shows a TV monitor with the detachable shelf attached to the left side; 
         FIG. 9  shows a side perspective of another embodiment of the current invention; 
         FIG. 10  shows the other side perspective view of embodiment of the current invention; 
         FIG. 11  shows the front view of the embodiment; 
         FIG. 12  shows the back view of the embodiment; 
         FIG. 13  shows the top view of another embodiment of the current invention; 
         FIG. 14  shows the bottom view of another embodiment of the current invention; 
         FIG. 15  shows a side view of another embodiment; 
         FIG. 16  shows a side view of another embodiment; 
         FIG. 17  shows a side view of another embodiment; 
         FIG. 18  shows a top view of another embodiment having a swivel point for reversibility; and 
         FIG. 19  shows a view of the current invention wherein two swivel shelves are currently being used at the same time. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS 
     Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a detachable shelf capable of use with various TV monitors and computer monitors, or other viewing devices, viewing screens, stationary displays, such as pads for exercise equipment. The TV and computer monitors all share an equal likelihood of being stable and thin. By allowing a horizontal resting area for detachable shelves, the shelving must conform to various attachment points and particular designs that allow for such weight bearing potential. 
       FIG. 1  shows a TV monitor with a detachable shelf  100  on top in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. It includes a horizontal, flat resting area  101 . The materials used for the construction of this resting area can be wood, plastic, polymer, or some form of metal. The only requirement is that is withstands the resiliency of the needed pressure for placement of various items, such as remote controls, on top of the device. The detachable shelf  100  includes an attachment point  102  that attaches to TV or computer monitor  150 . 
       FIG. 2  is a side view of the detachable shelf  100 . The detachable shelf  100  has one attachment point  203  that includes a tightening mechanism  201 . Tightening mechanism can take shape of any form of tightener including a screw or spring tightener. The tightener  201  works with the stabilization of a leg  202  that attaches to the main body detachable shelf  100 . The attachment point  203  can be hard that is made of the same material as the body or can made of softer material to not damage the monitor or component. The detachable shelf also includes a pad  204  to prevent the damage of the monitor.  FIG. 3  is another side view of the detachable shelf  100  showing the same elements.  FIG. 4  shows a front perspective of the detachable shelf  100  showing the front leg  401 .  FIG. 5  shows a back perspective of the detachable shelf.  FIG. 6  shows a top perspective of the detachable shelf  100  showing the top area of the resting area  101 .  FIG. 7  shows a bottom perspective of the detachable shelf showing the bottom side  701 . 
       FIG. 8  shows another embodiment of the current invention showing a TV monitor with the detachable shelf  800  attached to the left side of the TV or computer monitor having an attachment point  801 .  FIG. 9  shows another embodiment of the current invention with two attachment tighteners  901 ,  902 . The attachment tighteners  901 ,  902  are on the support leg  910  of the detachable shelf  900 . The multiple attachment points allow for more stable connections to various surfaces and allows for better dispersement of pressure in the attachment points.  FIG. 10  shows the other side perspective view of embodiment of the current invention showing the support leg  910 .  FIG. 11  shows the front view of the embodiment having attachment tighteners  901 ,  902  with attachment points  903 ,  904 , and pads  905 ,  906  and other support leg  907 .  FIG. 12  shows the back view of the embodiment.  FIG. 13  shows the top view of another embodiment of the current invention showing resting area  920 .  FIG. 14  shows the bottom view of another embodiment of the current invention showing the bottom  921 . 
       FIG. 15  shows a side view of another embodiment showing a pad  1501  between the attachment point  1500  and the support leg  1503 .  FIG. 16  shows a side view of another embodiment with two attachment tighteners  1601 ,  1602  and a support arm  1603 .  FIG. 17  shows a side view of an embodiment of the current invention showing a cross-sectional view of the tighteners at  1701  and  1702 . 
       FIG. 18  shows a top view of another embodiment having a swivel point  1801  for reversibility. The invention includes one support leg  1802 , tightener  1803 ; attachment point  1804 , a flat, horizontal resting area  1805 , and swivel axis  1806  wherein attachments on the resting area  1805  guide the reversibility of the shelf from one side to the other so that the shelf can act both as a shelf for the left or right side of the monitor. The shelf swivel may be transferred to a horizontal swivel to transform a top shelf to a bottom shelf, as well (not shown). The stability of the shelf is dependent on the secure measure of the swivel point and the attachment point  1804  and the support legs  1802 . The swiveling shelf can also be locked into place with conventional locking mechanism, such as an locking boll and hole configuration on the guided pathways or a conventional bar or lock to keep the resting area in one position (whether left, right, top, or bottom).  FIG. 19  shows a view of the current invention wherein two swivel shelves  1901 ,  1902  are currently being used at the same time. As shown, there is no visibility of the swivel point from this perspective. 
     A detachable shelf for attachment to a TV or computer monitor is disclosed. It comprises a resting area having a horizontal area for the placement of remotes or various other attachments and a tightener for tightening the resting area to a TV or computer monitor and a support leg for attaching the tighteners to the resting area, and wherein the tighteners allow for the various attachment of sizes from 1 inch width support to 10 inch support. The detachable shelf also has capability for multiple tighteners for support of resting area to the TV or computer mount. The tighteners can be conventional screws or any conventional tightening system that locks onto the monitor while providing at up to 20 lbs of pressure. The support legs are angled so that the weight of the objects on the resting area does not alter the horizontal angle of the resting area even with 20 lbs of pressure. This is due to the configuration of the support leg and its ability to support weight to the side of the weight pressure point. 
     The detachable shelf can also have padded areas for the prevention of damage to monitor where the pressure from the tighteners will attach the resting area. The detachable shelf also has a swivel point for reversibility allowing the detachable shelf to be attached to both left and right side of the monitor. The detachable shelf also has a locking mechanism for the swivel capabilities so that the shelf can remain in place and provide support. 
     The detachable shelf has a capability for a resting area and a shelf to be placed on top of the TV monitor or computer monitor. The detachable shelf of can have a swivel point allowing the detachable shelf from being placed on top of the TV or computer monitor to the bottom of the computer monitor. The detachable shelf for attachment to a TV or computer monitor can comprise a resting area having a horizontal area for the placement of remotes or various other attachments, a tightener for tightening the resting area to a TV or computer monitor, a first support leg for attaching a tightener to the resting area, wherein the tightener allows for the various attachment of the resting area to various sized width support of monitors, including inch width support up to 10 inches, a second support leg for attaching the other end of the tightener, wherein the second support leg provides additional support for the resting area and a swivel point allowing the detachable shelf from being placed either opposite ends of the monitor and wherein the resting area maintains the ability to hold up to 20 lbs. of weight. 
     The detachable shelf can also have a resting area that is lockable to maintain one position of the swivel position. The detachable shelf can also have a resting area that swivels from the left side to the right side wherein the position of the resting area does not impede the vision of within 30 degrees from a horizontal plane of monitor. In another embodiment of the current invention, the detachable shelf can have a resting area swivels from the top side to the bottom side wherein the position of the resting area does not impede the vision of the viewer sitting in front of the monitor. 
     Although the present invention and its advantages have been described in detail, it should be understood that various changes, substitutions and alterations can be made herein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. For example, although the receiving ends of these various connectors are substantially arranged in orthogonal angles to each other, other types of oblique angles are contemplated. The different angles can be made in accordance with the specific need. Moreover, the scope of the present application is not intended to be limited to the particular embodiments of the process, machine, manufacture, composition of matter, means, methods and steps described in the specification. As one of ordinary skill in the art will readily appreciate from the disclosure of the present invention, processes, machines, manufacture, compositions of matter, means, methods, or steps, presently existing or later to be developed that perform substantially the same function or achieve substantially the same result as the corresponding embodiments described herein may be utilized according to the present invention. Accordingly, the appended claims are intended to include within their scope such processes, machines, manufacture, compositions of matter, means, methods, or steps.