Combination dinette table and computer workstation assembly

Abstract

An RV dining table that can be easily and quickly converted into a computer workstation by removing the front support post, folding the front table section back on top of the rear table section, releasing and swinging hinged side wing panels outward and supporting them by means of wing supports, and pulling the computer keyboard drawer out from underneath the rear table section. The back of the rear table is mounted to the RV wall to further support the workstation sitting on the rear support post. Finally, the computer workstation has a swing-out mouse pad and an optional auxiliary shelf that can be mounted at the back of the table near the RV wall. The combination dinette table and computer workstation assembly can also be mounted on a sliding table frame support structure having conventional furniture legs for use in apartments and small homes.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to a combination dinette table and computer workstation for use in limited space environments. The combination dinette table and computer workstation has particular utility in providing a combination eating and working area in recreational vehicles and small homes. [0003] 2. Description of the Prior Art [0004] Living space is often a premium in many recreational vehicles (RV's) and small apartments. However, by necessity most RV's and apartments dedicate an area for a dinette. So, it would be desirable to fill this limited space with a piece of furniture that can serve as both a conventional dining table and a general-purpose workstation. [0005] Although many very large RV's have a built-in workstation, those 34-feet in length or less usually don't have such a workstation since every square inch of space is needed for some other function. Since a large percentage of all RV's fit into th...

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