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Title:
MULTIPLE MOVABLE DESK STATION
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO/2023/204787
Kind Code:
A9
Abstract:
"Multi-Movable Desk Station" (14) is a work station that provides a multi-table configuration for areas of use such as education, display stand, recreation or entertainment and the opportunity to use more than one user at the same time in open or closed places such as airports, schools, laboratories, canteens,cafes, offices, fairgrounds or parks for working, doing scientific work, eating etc.

Inventors:
GÖKYAY MEHMET RENAN (TR)
Application Number:
PCT/TR2023/050366
Publication Date:
November 30, 2023
Filing Date:
April 17, 2023
Export Citation:
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Assignee:
NUMAS TEKNOLOJI UERETIM ANONIM SIRKETI (TR)
International Classes:
A47B9/00
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
EYUBOĞLU TRADEMARK AND PATENT CONSULTANCY CORP. (TR)
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Claims:
CLAIMS Multi-movable desk station (14), which provides the possibility of simultaneous use by more than one user, comprising;

- at least one table platform (1) that can move up and down on a single body

(5),

- at least one linear actuator (4), as many as the number of table platforms (1), which enables the up and down movement of the table platforms (1),

- at least one table platform carcass (3), as many as the number of table platforms (1) carrying the table platforms (1) on the linear actuators (4),

- at least one direction switch (6), as many as the number of table tops (1), which enables the commands to move up and down the table platforms (1) and enables to be fixed at the desired height; and

- a common monolithic body (5) that carries all linear actuators (4), hence the table platform carcasses (3), the table platforms (1) and the direction switches

(6) on the linear actuators (4). Multi-movable desk station (14), according to claim 1, comprising;

- ground connection flanges (13), which connect the linear actuators (4) to the body (5) at the ground level and fix them from the bottom,

- fixing wedges (12) that enable the linear actuators (4) to be fixed to the body (5) and to be clamped by bedding on the upper part of the body (5), thus enabling the table platforms (1) to be used at the desired height, stable and smooth, and

- fixing screws (11) that provide fixing by connecting linear actuators (4) to fixing wedges (12) and to the body (5). Multi-movable desk station (14), according to claim 1 or 2, comprising; the body (5) has surface plates (2) that cover all visible surfaces and contain handles on it and various vents in order to provide input and output of linear actuators (4) and various components into the body (5). Multi-movable desk station (14), according to claim 3, comprising;

- outlet vents (7) on the surface plates (2) that allow the input and output of cables, linear actuators (4) or other components,

- at least as much as the number of table platforms (1); flexible, extensible and shortenable spiral conduits (8) that carries the cables externally connected to the multi-movable desk station (14) from the floor from the outlet vents (7) to the table platform carcasses (3) and thus to the surface of the table platforms (1) and allows the movement of the cables, and

- at least one power and computer docking station (9) on the table platforms (1) and as many as the number of table platforms (1), to which the cables coming through the spiral conduits (8) are connected. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; at least four adjustable floor shoes (10) that enables the multimovable desk station (14) to be able to press it evenly on the ground. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said table platforms (1) are in a structure that can move in the horizontal plane and rotate in the horizontal plane. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to claim 6, comprising; said direction switches (6) have direction keys that enable the commands of up-down movement and fixation at the desired height to the linear actuators (4), and horizontal movement and rotation commands to the table platforms (1). Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said table platforms (1) are in a collapsible structure. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said table platforms (1) have a surface with writable whiteboards.

10. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of claims 1-8, comprising; said table platforms (1) have all or some of their surfaces have electronic tablet surfaces with a touch screen.

11. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said linear actuators (4) have a height lock system.

12. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said table platforms (1) have monitor stand, cable path, table separator and drawers.

13. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said table platforms (1) are made of wood material.

14. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of claims 3-13, comprising; the surface plates (2) are made of wood material.

15. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising; said body (5) and table platform carcasses (3) are made of metal material.

16. Multi-movable desk station (14), according to claim 15, comprising; said body (5) and table platform carcasses (3) are made of steel material.

Description:
MULTIPLE MOVABLE DESK STATION

Technical Field:

The invention is a "Multiple movable desk station" (14), which table platforms (1) that can be adjusted up and down on a single body (5), allowing multiple users to use it at the same time. It is a station structure that provides solutions to the need for energy and computer connection, as well as providing a solution to the problems of stabilization and smooth use of the table platforms (1) at different heights by fixing the linear actuators (4) that move the table platforms (1) up and down. It is intended for more than one user to benefit from the table platforms that can be adjusted at the desired height smoothly and smoothly.

Prior Art:

In prior art, monolithic, integrated desks that allow the simultaneous use of many users are common. Such monolithic table configurations allow users to be positioned side by side or opposite each other. Monolithic table configurations that allow multiple use in this way have disadvantages such as occupying a lot of space, not allowing users to move independently from each other and not allowing each user to adjust the height of the tabletops independently of each other.

In the prior art, separate metal frame (body) and table legs were used for each of the multiple workstations in order to enable each user to use independent height-adjustable table tops. Moving actuators are also connected to each of these independent bodies. Then the table bodies with these independent actuators are reconnected to each other. In other words, the height-adjustable table structures that allow single user use are simply connected to each other and mechanically attached to each other.

By connecting single tables, table bodies or table tops that provide up and down movement, table legs have to be produced in proportion to the number of bodies and tables as much as the number of tables. In addition, a motorized or non-motorized linear actuator (4) must be used for each table body. As a result of the integrated use of many tables in this way, a large area is needed when the body (5) and legs are placed

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SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) on the floor and connected to each other as much as the number of tables. As a result of these, double, triple, quadruple etc. use of tables, because the table tops can move up and down separately, they need as much space as the body and feet of each table when they want to be used. This multi-table joining system covers very large areas in one piece.

In addition, when using the tables, the mobility of the users is restricted due to the extra table legs. These situations restrict the ergonomics of the users and cause the cost to increase linearly in multi-tables in proportion to the need for large space required for positioning the movable tables and the cost amount required for each table. As a result, the use of multiple tables in this way, as in prior art, both increases the costs considerably and results in the need for more space.

Weakness or gaps in the connections of multiple work stations in the prior art cause the tables, table tops to shake or the table surface to bend. In addition, these mechanical connections can loosen as they are used and over time, they cause curvature and bending on the table surface. In the prior art, linear actuators of height-adjustable tables are mostly connected or mounted from the floor. In this case, the shaking problems increase especially when the table top is brought to the highest position. In addition, the bearing of linear actuators on the body at heights other than the ground is not available in the prior art.

In the multi-table configurations of the prior art, bending or deformations occur in a short time due to the users leaning on the table or the weight of the accessories, devices or tools positioned on the table. In addition, due to these stability problems, the surface areas of the table tops have to be preferred so that they are narrow. As a result of using wide table tops, stability problems are experienced in a shorter time. For these reasons, in the prior art, there are no multi-table configurations or multi- workstations that allow simultaneous use by multiple users, that the height of each tabletop can be adjusted separately, that the stability, rigidity and inflexibility of the tabletops can be maintained for a very long time even at high levels. Purpose of Invention:

The aim of the invention is to connect more than one table platform (1) to a common body (5), to be adjusted up and down independently with the help of motorized or nonmotorized linear actuators (4), to fix the table platforms (1) at the desired heights and to provide stable, vibration-free and bending-free service and use of the table platforms (1) for many years.

With the invention, it is aimed that there is no need for independent carrier table legs in table systems and tables with more than one table.

Another purpose of the invention is to provide a multi-workstation, that is, a multitable configuration that serves for use such as working, scientific studies, eating, education, display stand, recreation or entertainment, which allows compact use in open or closed spaces used collectively such as airports, schools, laboratories, canteens, cafes, offices, fairgrounds or parks. More compact, space-saving and practical structures are needed in places used by crowded masses, such as the places mentioned.

Another purpose of the invention is that each user to use the table platform (1) by adjusting it at the desired height. Table platforms (1) can be adjusted to a height that can be used standing or sitting, depending on the space or need. In this way, the invention “Multi-Movable Desk Station” (14) can be used both by sitting in a chair or armchair, by sitting on high stools suitable for shorter use, and by standing.

Another purpose of the invention is to provide a large and stable surface for each user to use, while allowing multiple uses with a compact and space-saving structure.

Another purpose of the invention is to provide body stabilization of motorized or nonmotorized linear actuators (4) that allow more than one table platform (1) to be adjusted up and down independently of each other but connected to a common body (5). When the table platforms (1) are connected to the linear actuators (4) to which they are connected from a single center, that is, from the monolithic body (5), linear actuators (4) are attached to the body (5) is connected by bedding at different heights using fixing wedges (12).

For example, in standing use, when the table platform is positioned in its highest position, the user can use the table platform as a support (base). In addition, the devices and accessories on the table platform put an additional load on the table platform due to their location and mass. The load imposed by these external forces on the table platform increases with the direct proportion to the distance to the fulcrum, that is, to the junction of the linear actuator and the table platform (1) or the table platform carcass (3). As a result of all these static or dynamic forces, the surface area or length of the table platform can be limited.

With the invention, linear actuators (4) are connected to the body (5) not only from the ground level, but also from the ground level with the ground connection flanges (13), as well as the fixing wedges (12) from the upper side of the body (5). It is fixed from both the ends and the parts close to the table platforms (1), and thus the load on the linear actuators (4) and the ground connection flanges (13) is reduced and balanced. As a result, a deterioration or bending in the fixed and perpendicular structure of the linear actuators (4) is prevented. Thus, the table platform carcasses (3) and the table platforms (1) do not bend, do not shake, and can be used stably for many years. In addition, even in their highest positions, the table platforms (1) are ensured to remain stable and stable for many years, and it is possible to increase the surface areas and lengths of the table platforms.

As the linear actuators (4) rise, a weakness or gap in their connection with the body (5) they are attached to causes wobbles and imbalances on the table platforms (1). With the invention, it is also aimed that the table platforms (1) work with the same stabilization at every height, without vibration and without bending.

For example, during standing use, at the level where one of the table platforms (1) is used in its highest position, and in a usage where the user's table platform rests on the point that is furthest from the intersection of the linear actuator (4) and the table platform (1) or the table platform carcass (3), even the table platform (1) is not shaken and can function stably. In such a use, when writing on a surface such as a notebook or paper, a smooth transfer of the text to the paper is ensured.

With the invention, it is also aimed to reduce the cost of multiple desk configurations or multiple workstations. The cost of the multi-movable desk station (14) is also considerably reduced, since separate table bodies (5) and legs are not used for each table platform, and because the table platforms (1) and linear actuators (4) are connected to a common body (5).

Description of Drawings:

The drawings of the multi-movable desk station (14) are shown below.

Figure 1. Top perspective view of the multi-movable desk station (14), the table platforms (1) fixed at different heights

Figure 2. Exploded view of the multi-movable desk station (14)

Figure 3. Top perspective view of the body (5) of the multi-movable desk station (14) Figure 4. Exploded view of the connection of a linear actuator (4), fixing screws (11) and fixing wedge (12) on the body (5) of the multi-movable desk station (14)

In Figure 1, the use of four table platforms (1) at different heights is shown in the invention: the multi-movable desk station (14). Surface plates (2) on the body (5), outlet vents (7) on the surface plates (2), a spiral conduit (8), direction switches (6), linear actuators (4), table platform carcasses (3), and table platforms (1) are clearly visible.

Figure 2 shows the exploded view of the invention, the multi-movable desk station (14). Adjustable floor shoes (10), the structure of the body (5) skeleton, surface plates (2) that cover all visible surfaces of the body (5), which contain handles and various vents inside the body (5) to allow the entry and exit of linear actuators (4) and various components, grilles on the surface plates (2) for the passage of linear actuators (4) and various components such as spiral conduit (8), spiral conduit (8), linear actuators (4), table platform carcasses (3), direction switches (6), the table platforms (1) and a power and computer docking station (9) are clearly visible. In Figure 3, the linear actuators (4), one of which is in a high position, positioned within the body (5), the body (5) skeleton and, and the fixing wedges (12) used for clamping the linear actuators (4) by bedding on the upper part of the body (5) are clearly visible.

In Figure 4, a linear actuator (4) positioned at a low level inside the body (5) skeleton and clamped on the upper part of the body (5) with the help of the fixing wedge (12); one linear actuator (4) and one ground connection flange (13) supplied with fixing wedge (12) on the body (5), and fixing screws (11) are clearly visible in the exploded view.

Description of References on Drawings:

Below are the descriptions for the reference numbers on drawings.

1. Table platform

2. Surface plate

3. Table platform carcass

4. Linear actuator

5. The body

6. Direction switch

7. outlet vent

8. Spiral conduit

9. Power and computer docking station

10. Adjustable floor shoe

11. Fixing screws

12. Fixing wedge

13. Ground connection flange

14. Multi-movable desk station Description of the Invention:

The invention is a multi-movable desk station (14) that allows more than one table platform (1) to move independently of each other with a motorized or non-motorized linear actuator (4) by connecting to a common, solid body (5).

Multi-movable desk station (14) consists of three main elements. These are: a solid body (5) that carries all the components on it, linear actuators (4) that allow the table platforms (1) to move up and down, and the table platforms (1) that can be adjusted to different heights for multiple users, allowing stable and smooth use.

With the invention, more than one work desk, coffee table, writing table, etc. by connecting the components to a common metal body (5), they are provided to move up and down directions independently of each other with the help of manual lever or motorized linear actuators (4) and to be fixed at the desired height.

The height of the table platforms (1) from the ground can be adjusted low in accordance with the sitting standards when necessary, and can be brought to the desired height for standing work when necessary.

In the multi-movable desk station (14), each table platform (1) can move up and down independently of each other, and they are connected to a common, one-piece body (5). The movable table platforms (1) are connected to the linear actuators (4) by means of the supporting table platform carcasses (3). The table platform carcasses (3) carry the table platforms (1). The linear actuators (4) used are connected to a single body (5) to form a common structure.

The multi-movable desk station (14), which provides simultaneous use by more than one user, has at least one or two table platforms (1) that can move up and down on a single body (5).

When the movable table platforms (1) move up and down, spiral conduits (8) are used, which can also be extended since the cables carried to the surface of the table platforms (1) have to move. These spiral conduits (8), come out of the outlet vents (7) on the surface plates (2), and are connected to the movable table platform carcasses (3) to connect to the power and computer docking stations (9) on the table platforms, such as USB chargers, sockets, etc. It allows the connection of electrical power output components.

In the multi-movable desk station (14), the direction switches (6) that operate the linear actuators (4) are mounted under or next to the table platforms (1) so that users can independently adjust the table platforms (1) up or down. There are direction keys on the direction switches (6) that enable to up, down and fixation commands.

Direction switches (6) enable the table platforms (1) to be moved up and down, fixed at the desired height or rotated, and there is at least one for each table platform. Direction switches (6) provide up or down movements of linear actuators (4) to which they are directly connected. Therefore, the table platform carcasses (3) and table platforms (1), which are connected to the linear actuators (4) in the same way, move up and down and are fixed at the desired height.

Adjustable floor shoes (10) are used for the multi-movable desk station (14) to be able to press on the ground evenly. By means of the adjustable floor shoes (10), the balance of the entire multi-movable desk station (14) can be adjusted so that it fits properly on the floor.

With the invention, motorized or non-motorized linear actuators (4) used for height- adjustable table platforms (1) are fixed to the body (5) to which they are connected, from ground level with ground connection flanges (13) and clamping linear actuators (4) is provided by bearing from above with fixing wedges (12). In this way, linear actuators (4), and therefore all table platforms (1), as a result of the compression made by mounting them from the ground with the ground connection flanges (13) and from the upper part of the body (5) with the fixing wedges (12), offer a stable, vibration- free and stable use at any height for a long time.

The multi-movable desk station (14) has linear actuators (4) that allow each table platform (1) to move up and down independently of each other, and the body (5) that holds them together. While the ground connection flanges (13) welded or connected to the body (5) provide the ground connection of the linear actuators (4), the fixing wedges (12) and fixing screws (11) placed at the top of the body (5) and the linear actuator (4), It ensures the vertical and balanced operation of the columns by squeezing the columns to each other from above. With the help of the fixing screws (11), the stability and perpendicularity of the column connections can be checked, and fine adjustments can be made.

The shape of the table platforms (1) can be in various geometric shapes. It can be oval, round, square, rectangular or any shape that provides ergonomic convenience to the user. For example, table platforms (1) are preferably used as shown in the figures, close to rectangular, with oval comers, and linear actuators (4) are connected close to the inner corner. The shape of the table platforms (1) can change in the horizontal plane, as well as in the vertical direction, there can be various level differences on the surface. In addition, recesses and protrusions on the surface can be used for the use of accessories, equipment or power and computer docking stations (9) to be used on the table platforms, or for various cable holders and cable path configurations.

Table platforms (1) can be made of various solid wood, chipboard or engineered wood, metal or polymer materials such as mdf. The table tops (1) are preferably made of solid wood, chipboard or engineered wood material such as mdf (medium-density fiberboard).

Accessories used on all desks such as monitor stand, cable path, power and computer dock’ ng station (9), pen holder, table separator to separate users or tables, drawers and consumable boxes on the table platforms (1) can be mounted and disassembled. Likewise, the table platforms (1) can be mounted and disassembled with accessories such as umbrellas, sunshades and windbreakers for outdoor use. In addition, the table platforms (1) can be foldable in order to take up less space when not in use. Table platforms (1) can expand in the horizontal plane in order to provide a wider usage area, can be composed of intertwined, overlapped surfaces or can be in a folding structure. The shape of the table platform carcasses (3) is also in accordance with the shapes of the table platforms (1).

Table platform carcasses (3) are made of polymer, wood or preferably metal material. The table platform carcasses (3) are preferably made of particularly steel material. Table platform carcasses (3) consist of various carcass or skeletal structures to carry and support the table platforms (1).

The adjacent table platform carcasses (3) and table platforms (1) on the linear actuators (4) can move together and can rotate in accordance with the purpose or direction of use, with the intersection point of the linear actuator (4) being the center in the horizontal plane. Again, in order to occupy less space outside of use, the adjacent table platform carcasses (3) and table platforms (1) on the linear actuators (4) can move together and be foldable by breaking their outer parts in a vertical position at 90 degrees to the ground.

Linear actuators (4) can be electric, motorized, non-motorized, manual lever, pneumatic or hydraulic.

On the surface plates (2) there are vents of various sizes for the passage of various cables, cable ducts, linear actuators (4) or spiral conduits (8) or for ventilation purposes. The apertures on the surface plates (2) are wide enough for the linear actuators (4) to pass in accordance with the up-down movement of the linear actuators (4). There are various recessed, mounted or screwed handles on the surface plates (2) for purposes such as opening the surface plates (2) by holding them or separating them from the body (5).

The surface plates (2) are made of polymer, metal or preferably wooden material.

Table separator can be mounted and disassembled on the body (5) in order to separate users or tables. The body (5) is made of polymer, wood or preferably metal, especially steel. Fixing wedges (12) and ground connection flanges (13) are made of polymer, wood or metal material.

According to one aspect of the invention, the table platforms (1) consist of writable white writing desks or whiteboards. According to a feature of the invention, all or part of the surface of the table platforms (1) consists of electronic tablet surfaces with a touch screen.

According to another feature of the invention, there is an actuator lock system in linear actuators (4) or in the body (5) in order to fix the table platforms (1) at the desired height.

According to another feature of the invention, the power and computer docking stations (9) have parts related to energy, computer and data transmission such as usb charging module, usb connection module, electrical socket, card reader and ethemet port.

The invention is a multi-movable desk station (14), which provides the possibility of simultaneous use by more than one user, comprising;

- at least one table platform (1) that can move up and down on a single body (5),

- at least one linear actuator (4), as many as the number of table platforms (1), which enables the up and down movement of the table platforms (1),

- at least one table platform carcass (3), as many as the number of table platforms (1) carrying the table platforms (1) on the linear actuators (4),

- at least one direction switch (6), as many as the number of table tops (1), which enables the commands to move up and down the table platforms (1) and enables to be fixed at the desired height; and

- a common monolithic body (5) that carries all linear actuators (4), hence the table platform carcasses (3), the table platforms (1) and the direction switches (6) on the linear actuators (4). It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising;

- ground connection flanges (13), which connect the linear actuators (4) to the body (5) at the ground level and fix them from the bottom,

- fixing wedges (12) that enable the linear actuators (4) to be fixed to the body (5) and to be clamped by bedding on the upper part of the body (5), thus enabling the table platforms (1) to be used at the desired height, stable and smooth, and

- fixing screws (11) that provide fixing by connecting linear actuators (4) to fixing wedges (12) and to the body (5).

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; the body (5) has surface plates (2) that cover all visible surfaces and contain handles on it and various vents in order to provide input and output of linear actuators (4) and various components into the body (5).

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising;

- outlet vents (7) on the surface plates (2) that allow the input and output of cables, linear actuators (4) or other components,

- at least as much as the number of table platforms (1); flexible, extensible and shortenable spiral conduits (8) that carries the cables externally connected to the multi-movable desk station (14) from the floor from the outlet vents (7) to the table platform carcasses (3) and thus to the surface of the table platforms (1) and allows the movement of the cables, and

- at least one power and computer docking station (9) on the table platforms (1) and as many as the number of table platforms (1), to which the cables coming through the spiral conduits (8) are connected.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; at least four adjustable floor shoes (10) that enables the multi-movable desk station (14) to be able to press it evenly on the ground.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) are in a structure that can move in the horizontal plane and rotate in the horizontal plane. It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said direction switches (6) have direction keys that enable the commands of up-down movement and fixation at the desired height to the linear actuators (4), and horizontal movement and rotation commands to the table platforms (1).

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) are in a collapsible structure.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) have a surface with writable whiteboards.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) have all or some of their surfaces have electronic tablet surfaces with a touch screen.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said linear actuators (4) have a height lock system.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) have monitor stand, cable path, table separator and drawers.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said table platforms (1) are made of wood material.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; the surface plates (2) are made of wood material.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said body (5) and table platform carcasses (3) are made of metal material.

It is a multi-movable desk station (14), comprising; said body (5) and table platform carcasses (3) are made of steel material. Application of Invention to Industry;

Invention, "Multi-Movable Desk Station" (14) allows compact use in open or closed spaces such as airports, schools, laboratories, canteens, cafes, offices, fairgrounds or parks, for working, scientific work, eating, education, etc. It can be used for purposes such as display stands, recreation or entertainment, can be produced easily and therefore can be applied to the industry.