Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator during repetitive keyboard operations comprising in combination: a sealed bladder having an elongated length and an arcuate cross-section and closed, sealed ends for forming a flexible reservoir, the reservoir containing a viscous fluid for supporting the wrists of the key-board operator when engaged in repetitive keyboard operations; and an outer shell enclosing the bladder and having a smooth uniform outer surface for maintaining continuous contact with the wrists of the user, the outer shell further having an aperture adapted to receive the bladder in removable communication, the outer shell still further being fabricated from a washable material, preferably polyester velour for urging fresh odor-free contact with the wrists of the keyboard operator.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
122 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator during repetitive keyboard operations comprising in combination: a sealed bladder having an elongated length and an arcuate cross-section and closed, sealed ends for forming a flexible reservoir, the reservoir containing a viscous fluid for supporting the wrists of the key-board operator when engaged in repetitive keyboard operations; and an outer shell enclosing the bladder and having a smooth uniform outer surface for maintaining continuous contact with the wrists of the user, the outer shell further having an aperture adapted to receive the bladder in removable communication, the outer shell still further being fabricated from a washable material, preferably polyester velour for urging fresh odor-free contact with the wrists of the keyboard operator.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as recited in claim 1 wherein the viscous fluid further includes hydroxy propyl methylcellulose in a range of about between 0.5% to 5.5% and the balance being water.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as recited in claim 1 wherein the bladder conforms to the shape of the wrists regardless of the position of the wrists on the apparatus.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as recited in claim 1 wherein the viscous fluid supports the wrists and does not constrict the arteries which could impede the flow of blood through the wrists of the keyboard operator.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as in claim 1 wherein the bladder is fabricated from an elastomeric material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as in claim 5 wherein the elastomeric material is a frosted vinyl plastic.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
44 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as in claim 1 wherein the ends are attached to the elongated member in sealing communication for holding the viscous fluid in the bladder and preventing leakage of the viscous fluid from the bladder.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
41 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as in claim 1 wherein the outer shell is fabricated from a material that can be repeatedly machine washed for maintaining a pleasant to the touch feeling and an odor-free aroma.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus for supporting the wrists of a keyboard operator as in claim 1 wherein the viscous fluid is water.