DE102022004647A1 - Desk - construction for inclining the worktop - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention includes a desk that allows for a simple, stepless and functional, permanently functioning inclination of the desk top in order to support ergonomic and productive work.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to a desk with a supporting substructure, a desk top that can be pivoted on the supporting substructure about a rotation axis from a horizontal position to an inclined position and vice versa, a desk front edge facing the user position, a desk rear edge opposite the user position with a horizontally fixed storage plate, wherein the inclination is realized in the area between the supporting substructure and the horizontal storage plate.

The desk is also linked to digital components. An additional screen with touch function and a docking station are integrated into the worktop.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Desks with a change in inclination are known. A locking mechanism is used to swivel the desk top into different angled positions, with the desired swivel position being fixed by locking the locking mechanism accordingly. To swivel back into the horizontal position, the locking mechanism must be released. The locking mechanism prevents continuous adjustment. It is also known that the entire desk top can be continuously adjusted in terms of inclination.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

One object of the present invention is to enable digital and at the same time ergonomic working.

This object is solved by the subject matter of the independent claims. Further examples are given in the dependent claims.

According to the invention, a desk is provided which has a table top which is divided into a first and a second area, and a table base. The table top is mounted on the table base. The table base can be mounted or fastened on table legs. The first area forms a rear area and the second area forms a front area. The first area can be raised vertically parallel to an initial position by a lifting mechanism and is always aligned horizontally when adjusted vertically. The second area is pivotally connected to the first area in a connecting area along a rear edge. The second area is slidably supported on the table base along a front edge. When raised, the second area can be lifted at the connecting area and brought into an inclined position.

According to one example, a third plate is attached to the second, front plate. The second and third plates are pivotally connected to one another. The third plate remains horizontally aligned on one level and is slidably mounted and moves horizontally when the inclination of the second plate is adjusted.

According to one example, the first plate can be lifted by a lifting mechanism.

According to one example, the lifting mechanism has struts arranged diagonally in a cross. The two struts are movably connected to each other at their midpoint. Each of the two struts has two ends. The two struts are connected to the first plate at one end. The other end of the struts is connected to the plate base. To lift the first plate, both struts are fixed at one end and movably mounted at the other end.

According to one example, the first strut is movably mounted on the first plate and fixed to a desk substructure on the opposite side.

The second strut is fixed to the first plate and is movably mounted on the desk substructure on the opposite side. The first plate is raised, increasing the inclination of the second plate when one of the two movably mounted points approaches the center. The first plate moves downwards, reducing the inclination of the second plate when one of the two movably mounted points moves away from the center.

An inverted, mirrored arrangement is also possible.

As an option, the inclination can be limited to individual steps by locking into place or can be infinitely variable.

Keeping the first rear area in the horizontal position increases user comfort, as it provides a place to put down work utensils. The quick and easy adjustment of just the worktop with individual settings according to user requirements enables the user to enjoy user-friendly operation.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

• 1 zeigt eine 3D-Ansicht des Schreibtisches von vorne (aus Sicht der Nutzerposition). Dabei ist die zweite Platte in geneigtem Zustand zu sehen. Unabhängig von der Neigung verharrt die erste Platte immerzu horizontal.
• 2 zeigt eine 3D-Ansicht des Schreibtisches von hinten (aus der Nutzerposition abgewandten Seite) mit der besonders stabilen, stufenlos verstellbaren Konstruktion des Neigungsmechanismusses. Außerdem ist das Gleitlager zu sehen, das bei Verstellung der Neigung für die automatische Anpassung der dritten Platte notwendig ist.
• 3 zeigt eine Detailansicht des Schreibtisches von hinten (aus der Nutzerposition abgewandten Seite) mit dem beweglichen Schlitten für die Umsetzung der Verstellung der Neigung.
• 4 zeigt eine 3D-Ansicht des Schreibtisches von vorne (aus Sicht der Nutzerposition). Dabei ist die zweite Platte in flachem Zustand zu sehen. Erste, zweite und dritte Platte bilden eine horizontale Ebene.

In the following, embodiments of the invention are discussed in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

• 1 shows a 3D view of the desk from the front (from the user's perspective). The second plate can be seen in an inclined position. Regardless of the inclination, the first plate always remains horizontal.
• 2 shows a 3D view of the desk from behind (from the side facing away from the user position) with the particularly stable, continuously adjustable construction of the tilt mechanism. You can also see the sliding bearing that is necessary for the automatic adjustment of the third plate when adjusting the tilt.
• 3 shows a detailed view of the desk from behind (side facing away from the user position) with the movable slide for implementing the tilt adjustment.
• 4 shows a 3D view of the desk from the front (from the user's position). The second plate is shown in a flat state. The first, second and third plates form a horizontal plane.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The figures show a desk having a table top divided into a first and a second section and a table base. The table top is mounted on the table base. The table base can be mounted on table legs. The first section forms a rear section and the second section a front section. The first section can be raised vertically parallel to its starting position by a lifting mechanism and is always aligned horizontally when adjusted vertically. The second section is pivotally connected to the first section in a connecting section along a rear edge. The second section is slidably supported on the table base along a front edge. When raised, the second section can be lifted along the connecting section and brought into an inclined position.

For example, the desk is divided into a first plate (1), a second plate (2; adjustable angle between 0 and 30 degrees to the horizontal) and a third plate (3). The first and second, as well as the second and third plates, are connected to one another and pivotably attached. The first plate is raised parallel to its starting position by a lifting mechanism. This first plate always remains horizontally aligned. When raised, the adjacent second plate is also raised at the connection point and placed at an angle. This allows the inclination of this second plate to be continuously adjusted.

The third plate always remains horizontally aligned on one level, is mounted on sliding bearings and moves automatically when the inclination of the second plate is adjusted using sliding bearings (4). This third plate moves away from the user's position as the inclination of the second plate increases. Working is possible both with the second plate at an angle and in a horizontal plane and can be individually adjusted to the user.

The first plate is lifted using a lifting mechanism. This lifting mechanism can be implemented using struts arranged diagonally in a cross: strut 1 (5) and strut 2 (6). The two struts are movably connected to one another at their midpoint. In this area of overlap, the cross struts are movably mounted with a ball bearing (7) and additionally stiffened to ensure stability and longevity through the robust, stable, resilient construction. Each of the two struts has two ends. Both struts are connected to the first plate at one end. The other end of the struts can be connected to a desk substructure. In order to lift the first plate, both struts must be fixed at one end (8) and movably mounted at the other end (9). Strut 1 is movably mounted on the first plate and fixed on the opposite side, e.g. on the desk substructure. Strut 2 is fixed to the first plate and movably mounted on the opposite side, e.g. on the desk substructure. An inverted, mirrored arrangement is also possible. If one of the two movable points approaches the center, the first plate is raised, thus increasing the inclination of the second plate. If one of the two movable points moves away from the center, the first plate is moved downwards, thus reducing the inclination of the second plate. The travel path is realized with the help of a carriage (9).

To prevent the items (monitor, pencil box, etc.) from slipping, the first and third panels are fixed horizontally throughout. Integrated magnetic strips are also located on the inclined second panel.

To ensure the safety of the user, a light barrier is installed in the incline area, which, if triggered, causes the motor to stop immediately.

Everyday office life is made easier with digital tools and ergonomic working is ensured. The power supply for digitizing the desk is provided via an integrated cable guide in the table leg and therefore does not restrict the user in using it. The height and inclination of the table can be adjusted either using a control unit with integrated physical buttons or a digital web application that can be accessed via a link. A docking station serves the user as a central connection point with individual connections (USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB-C, HDMI). In addition, an integrated touchscreen creates structure and order in the workplace and enables paperless working.

In addition, it should be noted that "comprising" does not exclude other elements or steps and "a" or "an" does not exclude a plurality. It should also be noted that features or steps that have been described with reference to one of the above embodiments can also be used in combination with other features or steps of other embodiments described above. Reference signs in the claims are not to be regarded as a limitation.

LIST OF REFERENCE SYMBOLS

1

First record

2

Second record

3

Third record

4

bearings

5

Strut 1

6

Strut 2

7

ball-bearing

8th

Connection fixed

9

Connection movable; slide

N

User position

L

Left side (from the user position perspective)

R

Right side (from the user position)

Claims (5)

A desk, comprising: - a table top divided into a first and a second area; - a plate base; where the table top is mounted on the plate base; where the plate base can be mounted on table legs; where the first area forms a rear area and the second area forms a front area; where the first area can be raised vertically parallel to a starting position by a lifting mechanism and is always aligned horizontally when vertically adjusted; where the second area is pivotally connected to the first area along a rear edge in a connecting area; and where the second area is slidably supported on the plate base along a front edge; where the second area can be raised at the connecting area and brought into an inclined position when raised. Desk after Claim 1 , wherein a third plate is attached to the second, front plate as a plate base; wherein the second and the third plate are pivotally connected to one another; and wherein the third plate remains horizontally aligned on one plane and is slidably mounted and moves horizontally when the inclination of the second plate is adjusted. Desk after Claim 1 or 2 , whereby the first plate can be lifted by a lifting mechanism. Desk after Claim 3 , wherein the lifting mechanism has struts arranged diagonally in a cross; wherein the two struts are movably connected to one another at their midpoint; wherein each of the two struts has two ends; wherein both struts are connected to the first plate at one end; wherein the other end of the struts is connected to the plate base; and wherein, for lifting the first plate, both struts are fixed at one end and movably mounted at the other end. Desk after Claim 1 or 2 , wherein the first strut is movably mounted on the first plate and is fixed on the opposite side to a desk substructure; and wherein the second strut is fixed on the first plate and is movably mounted on the opposite side to the desk substructure; wherein the first plate is raised and thus the inclination of the second plate is increased when one of the two movably mounted points approaches the center point; and wherein the first plate is moved downward and thus the inclination of the second plate is reduced when one of the two movably mounted points moves away from the center point.

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