Abstract:
A Support Structure for Adult Devices is disclosed. The device provides a flat, adjustably inclinable surfaces to which adult novelty devices may be attached. The device may include a hinged junction between a pair of flat members to provide the inclinability. The device further has one or more struts extending between the flat members to set the device at a particular incline angle. Still further, the device may have non-skid strips on its underside to prevent slippage on smooth surfaces.

Description:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     1. Field of the Invention 
     This invention relates generally to adult entertainment and, more specifically, to a Support Structure for Adult Devices 
     2. Description of Related Art 
     The adult sexual device market is expanding rapidly. There are a multitude of varieties of devices available for persons interested in such things. While many of these items are designed to be used by a lone individual, none of them really provide adequate support versatility to truly optimize their use. As one individual once said: “Have you ever tried to tickle yourself?” What is needed is a portable support structure for adult sexual devices that provides for a wide range of support options for the sexual device. 
     SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     In light of the aforementioned problems associated with the prior devices, it is an object of the present invention to provide a Support Structure for Adult Devices. The device should provide a flat, adjustably inclinable surfaces to which adult novelty devices may be attached. The device may include a hinged junction between a pair of flat members to provide the inclinability. The device should further have one or more struts extending between the flat members to set the device at a particular incline angle. Still further, the device may have non-skid strips on its underside to prevent slippage on smooth surfaces. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The objects and features of the present invention, which are believed to be novel, are set forth with particularity in the appended claims. The present invention, both as to its organization and manner of operation, together with further objects and advantages, may best be understood by reference to the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings, of which: 
         FIG. 1  is a perspective view of one embodiment of the sexual device support structure of the present invention; 
         FIGS. 2A and 2B  depict how conventional sexual devices might attach to the device of the present invention; 
         FIG. 3  is a side view of the embodiment of  FIGS. 1 and 2 ; 
         FIG. 4  is an exploded perspective view of an alternate embodiment of the device of the present invention; and 
         FIG. 5  is a bottom perspective view of the device of the present invention. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS 
     The following description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention and sets forth the best modes contemplated by the inventor of carrying out his invention. Various modifications, however, will remain readily apparent to those skilled in the art, since the generic principles of the present invention have been defined herein specifically to provide a Support Structure for Adult Devices. 
     The present invention can best be understood by initial consideration of  FIG. 1 .  FIG. 1  is a perspective view of one embodiment of the sexual device support structure  10  of the present invention. The device can be constructed from a variety of materials and in a variety of shapes and sizes, so the embodiments shown should not be interpreted as being limited in these and other areas. In particular, the members may be constructed from wood, marble, fiberglass, or other conventionally available materials of construction. 
     The structure  10  comprises a first member  12  and a second member  14  that are interconnected by hinge means  16  for permitting the first and second members  12  and  14  to angularly adjust relative to one another. The hinge means  16  may comprise a conventional hinge, as shown, or it might be some other conventional design. 
     The first member  12  is further defined by a an edge  18  having one or more inclination selection apertures  24  disposed therealong. The second member  14  is also defined by an edge  26 , and is further defined by a first inclinable surface  30 . The edge  26  also has one or more inclination selection apertures  28  disposed therealong. These apertures  24  and  28  might, in alternate embodiments, consist of pegs or other devices for attaching the strut  29  to. It should be intuitively apparent that the strut  29  and apertures  24  and  28  cooperate to enable the second member  14  to be positioned in a variety of angular positions relative to the first member  12 . Now turning to  FIGS. 2A and 2B , we can examine the operation of the present invention. 
       FIGS. 2A and 2B  depict how conventional sexual devices might attach to the structure  10 . In  FIG. 2A , a sexual device  32  having a suction cup base  34  extending downwardly is depicted. The first inclinable surface  30  is configured such that the suction cup  34  can be stuck thereto to hold the device  32  firmly in place. The inclinable surface  30  can then be adjusted in its incline until the desired orientation is achieved. Similarly, the straps  36  of the alternate sexual device  32 A, depicted in  FIG. 2B , could be wrapped around the second member  14 , such that the alternate base  34 A of the device  32 A is held securely to the structure  32 A. It should be appreciated that these two depictions are simply two examples of potential use methods for the structure  10  and devices in the field of those depicted as  32  and  32 A. Turning to  FIG. 3 , we can examine the present invention in additional detail. 
       FIG. 3  is a side view of the embodiment  10  of  FIGS. 1 and 2 . As shown, the second member  14  has virtually an unlimited number of positions; those labeled as  40 A through  40 E are merely exemplary. The second member  14  is simply held in a particular position  40  by the strut (see  FIGS. 1 and 2 ) extending between the first and second members  12  and  14 , respectively. In fact, it is possible that the second inclinable surface  42  (the “bottom-side” of the second member  14 ) be positioned such that it might be used as a surface to which the sexual device (see  FIG. 2 ) could be attached. If  FIG. 4  is now examined, we can discuss an alternate form of the structure of the present invention. 
       FIG. 4  is an exploded perspective view of an alternate embodiment  10 A of the device of the present invention. As shown, the second member  14  is essentially unchanged, and is defined by at least a first inclinable surface  30  and one or more apertures  28 . The strut and first member have been changed fairly substantially, however. 
     The alternate strut  29 A here comprises a center portion  44  terminating at its two ends in first and second arm portions  46 A and  46 B, respectively. The arms  46 A,  46 B extend substantially perpendicularly to the center portion  44 , and terminate at their distal ends in first and second tips  48 A and  48 B, respectively. The tips  48 A,  48 B are configured to cooperate with the apertures  28 , such that the strut can be attached pivotally to the second member via these tips and apertures. 
     The alternate first member  12 A here includes one or more grooves  50  disbursed along the upper surface of the member  12 A. These grooves  50  are configured to accept the center portion  44  (and the ends of the arm portions  46 ) therein to securely prevent the strut  29 A from slipping. The result is a brace that hase substantial flexibility in positioning the second member (i.e. it&#39;s incline). Furthermore, the strut  29 A can be folded flat against the first and second members  12  and  14 , so as to provide an extremely compact package. Finally turning to  FIG. 5 , we can examine another unique and useful feature of the present invention. 
       FIG. 5  is a bottom perspective view of the device  10  (or  10 A) of the present invention. In order to prevent slippage, it may be desirable to attach, embed or otherwise dispose one or more skid-resistant elements  52  along the bottom surface  20  of the first member  12 . These elements  52  may be thin strips of material, as shown, or they might be one or more large sheets of material. The material might be a rubbery material that prevents slippage on hard surfaces, or it might be made from hook-and-loop fasteners that can interact with either another set of hook-and-loop fasteners, or with carpeted flooring. Other devices might also be deployed that have the purpose of fixing the structure  10  in place on whatever surface in which it rests. 
     Those skilled in the art will appreciate that various adaptations and modifications of the just-described preferred embodiment can be configured without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Therefore, it is to be understood that, within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced other than as specifically described herein.