Multi-functional linear utility station

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-12-18
TERRY MATTHEW
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[0012]In many home, commercial and office environments, abundant space is not always available, especially for the ever growing number of components and accessories that can be part of a utility station, such as speakers, camera printers and multiple monitors. This invention provides a method of managing these components at positions convenient to the user while minimizing the amount of space required. The present invention facilitates the use of a single work station by multiple users, such as shift workers. The instant invention is also useful in dorm rooms or loft homes, which have a minimum of space.
[0014]This utility station is intended to be easily moved or repositioned when necessary. The arms of the invention can then be folded and the unit moved to a corner when not in use, providing the user with more space when required.
[0016]The accessories or components could easily be repositioned when not in use. This invention could therefore take up less space when not in use.
[0018]Any number of arms could be added to the utility station pole to add utility and maximize space efficiency.
[0019]The utility station of the present invention provides many advantages over the existing utility station designs. It is flexible and able to adapt to the changing technology world. It takes up minimal space and will accommodate a wide range of ergonomic requirements and can be repositioned for multiple users.

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In many home, commercial and office environments, abundant space is not always available, especially for the ever growing number of components and accessories that can be part of a utility station, such as speakers, camera printers and multiple monitors.

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[0059]The term “work station” and “utility station” are to be construed as meaning the same thing. Also, even though most of the following description is directed toward a vertical utility station, it is to be understood that other orientations, such as horizontal, or any other angle is also encompassed by the present invention.

[0060]FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the invention of the present invention showing the vertical utility station and some possible components.

[0061]FIGS. 2a and 2b show two possible embodiments of the vertical workspace support pole 1. Pole 1 consists of a tube that may be circular in cross section. The cross-section of pole 1 may also be other shapes if necessary for structural requirements or aesthetics, such as rectangular, square, triangular, oval, elliptical or other shape. The pole 1 is made from a significantly structurally supportive material, such as steel or aluminum, for example, so as to support the weight of the components or accessories that wi...

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Abstract

A linear arrangement comprising a pole having at least one adjustable arm for storing and using devices in a utility space, such as workspaces for home entertainment, accessory storage, for use by automotive mechanics, artists, seamstresses, beauticians, aestheticians, doctors, dentists, manicurists, cosmetologists, jewelers, musicians, or anyone requiring easy access to a multiplicity of work areas and equipment is provided. The present invention could also be used for display purposes in a retail setting, or for storage. It could also be used as a host stand in a restaurant, or in a kitchen for holding a multiplicity of appliances.

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FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to the field of utility spaces. Specifically this invention relates to a linear arrangement for storing and using devices in a utility station, such as workspaces for home entertainment, accessory storage, for use by automotive mechanics, artists, seamstresses, beauticians, aestheticians, or anyone requiring easy access to a multiplicity of work areas and equipment. It is also useful for storage or display of a variety of components. The linear utility station of the present invention can be utilized in any orientation such as vertical, horizontal or any angle in between vertical and horizontal, according to the needs of the user.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The utility or work station, or desk as it was previously known, is an integral part of most people's homes. Over the years, devices such as computers and all their accessories and peripherals have added considerable requirements to the desk from a simple table to an accessory s...

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IPC IPC(8): A47F5/04
CPCA47B96/00A47B96/1425A47B2200/0023A47B2220/0077A47F5/06F16B12/40F21S6/005F21V21/35F21V21/13
Inventor TERRY, MATTHEW
Owner TERRY MATTHEW
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