Cable management device and method

Abstract

An apparatus and method for cable management. The device may include a cover assembly for attaching the device to a working surface at which a user desires to raise power and / or data connections vertically to the working surface. The device may also include a dynamic leg assembly for adjusting the height of the device. Once installed, the user may raise or lower the working surface, thereby increasing or lowering the height of the device and the power and / or data connections of the device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an apparatus for cable management. It also relates to a method for managing cables. A challenge of existing cable management systems is providing a cable management solution that can be universally applied to work surfaces of varying heights and structural designs. Existing cable management systems offer only limited data connectivity solutions. Summary of the Invention

[0002] This invention relates to a cable management device that, among other advantages, provides increased interchangeability between different working surface heights and designs, as well as options for data connectivity.

[0003] In one embodiment, the device may include a cover assembly, wherein the cover assembly includes one or more upper cable holes. The device may include an adjustable leg assembly secured to the cover assembly. The leg assembly may include a lower section and two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly. The lower section may include one or more lower cable holes.

[0004] In another embodiment, the device may further include a power strip with a first end and a second end, wherein the first end passes through an upper cable hole and the second end passes through a lower cable hole. The power strip may further include an intermediate coiled portion between the first end and the second end. The intermediate coiled portion may be configured to expand and contract respectively as the cable management device extends and shortens.

[0005] In another embodiment, the telescopic section can be configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to one or more lower cable holes. The height can range from approximately 482 mm to approximately 1302 mm.

[0006] In another embodiment, the two or more telescopic sections may include grooves configured to allow one or more lower cable holes to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

[0007] In another embodiment, the cover assembly may further include a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket. The releasable mounting socket may be configured to engage the mounting rod in a connectable manner. The mounting rod may include an annular notch. The releasable mounting socket may be configured to engage the annular notch. The cover assembly may further include a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod. The release latch may include a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

[0008] In another embodiment, the cover assembly may be configured to be releasably coupled to the working surface.

[0009] In another embodiment, the device may include a cover assembly, wherein the cover assembly includes one or more upper data ports. The device may include an adjustable leg assembly fixed to the cover assembly. The leg assembly may include a lower section and two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly. The lower section may include one or more lower data ports corresponding to the one or more upper data ports. The one or more upper data ports may be selected from: USB ports, USB-C ports, Ethernet ports, HDMI ports, and display ports, wherein the one or more lower data ports correspond to the one or more upper data ports.

[0010] In another embodiment, the cover assembly may further include one or more coiled data cables that move between one or more upper data ports and one or more lower data ports. The coiled data cables may be configured to expand and retract as the cable management device extends and shortens, respectively.

[0011] In another embodiment, the telescopic section can be configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to one or more lower data ports. The height can range from approximately 482 mm to approximately 1302 mm.

[0012] In another embodiment, the two or more telescopic sections may include recesses configured to allow one or more lower data ports to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

[0013] In another embodiment, the cover assembly may further include a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket. The releasable mounting socket may be configured to engage the mounting rod in a connectable manner. The mounting rod may include an annular notch. The releasable mounting socket may be configured to engage the annular notch. The cover assembly may further include a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod. The release latch may include a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

[0014] In another embodiment, the cover assembly may be configured to be releasably coupled to the working surface.

[0015] This disclosure also relates to a method for managing cables.

[0016] The method may include the step of securing a cable management device to a work surface. The cable management device may include a cover assembly and a leg assembly; wherein the cover assembly includes a mounting section and one or more upper cable holes; wherein the leg assembly includes a lower section, two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly, and one or more power strips, wherein the lower section includes one or more lower cable holes, and wherein the one or more power strips pass through the one or more upper cable holes and the one or more lower cable holes. The method may include the step of adjusting the vertical height of the work surface and the cable management device.

[0017] In another embodiment, the method may include the step of securing a cable management device to a working surface. The cable management device may include a cover assembly and a leg assembly; wherein the cover assembly includes a mounting section and one or more upper data ports; wherein the leg assembly includes a lower section, two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly; one or more lower data ports corresponding to the one or more upper data ports; and one or more data lines between the one or more upper data ports and the one or more lower data ports. The method may include the step of adjusting the vertical height of the working surface and the cable management device. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings are used to illustrate further various embodiments of the invention and to explain the various principles and advantages of the invention, wherein in all individual views, the same reference numerals denote the same or functionally similar elements. The drawings are not true to scale and are incorporated into and form part of this specification together with the following detailed description:

[0019] Figure 1A This is a front perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the cable management device of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 1B This is a front perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the cable management device of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 yes Figure 1B The diagram shows a front perspective view of the cable management device.

[0022] Figure 3A This is a side perspective view of the foot sub-assembly;

[0023] Figure 3B yes Figure 3A Side perspective view of the support structure of the foot sub-assembly shown;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a side perspective view of the telescopic section;

[0025] Figure 5A yes Figure 1B Front perspective view of the cover assembly in the illustrated embodiment;

[0026] Figure 5B yes Figure 1A Front perspective view of the cover assembly in the illustrated embodiment;

[0027] Figure 6 yes Figure 5B The front perspective view of the cover assembly in the disengaged position is shown.

[0028] Figure 7 yes Figure 5B The front perspective view of the cover assembly in the engagement position is shown.

[0029] Figure 8 This is a side perspective view of the release latch button;

[0030] Figure 9 yes Figure 1A A partially transparent front perspective view of the cable management device shown.

[0031] Figure 10 yes Figure 1A The cable management device shown is in the extended position, and is partially transparent in the front perspective view; and

[0032] Figure 11 This is a front perspective view of the coiled data cable. Detailed Implementation

[0033] Detailed embodiments of the invention are disclosed herein. However, it should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely examples of the invention, which can be implemented in various forms. Therefore, the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein should not be construed as limiting, but merely as the basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching those skilled in the art to employ the invention differently with virtually any suitable detailed structure. Alternative embodiments can be devised without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Furthermore, the terminology and phrases used herein are not intended to be limiting, but rather to provide an understandable description of the invention. While this specification concludes with claims defining the features of the invention as considered novel, it is believed that the invention will be better understood by considering the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals are used.

[0034] As used herein, the term "a" or "an" is defined as one or more. As used herein, the term "a plurality" is defined as two or more. As used herein, the term "another" is defined as at least a second or more. The terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but may also include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. An element preceded by "comprising...an" does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element, unless further constraints are imposed. As used herein, the terms "comprising," "having," or "characterizing" are defined as including (i.e., open-ended language). As used herein, the term "connection" is defined as a connection, although it does not necessarily have to be a direct connection and does not necessarily have to be a mechanical connection. As used herein, the terms "about" or "approximately" apply to all numerical values, whether expressly indicated or not. These terms generally refer to a range of numerical values ​​that a person skilled in the art would consider equivalent (i.e., having the same function or result). In many cases, these terms may include a number rounded to the nearest significant figure. Relational terms such as first and second, top and bottom, top and bottom, right and left may be used simply to distinguish one entity or action from another, without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between these entities or actions.

[0035] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described. Referring to... Figures 1A to 1B An exemplary embodiment of the cable management device 1 of the present invention is shown. The cable management device 1 can be attached to a table 2, which can take various forms. In some embodiments, the table 2 can be a fixed table. In other embodiments, the table 2 can be a height-adjustable table. For example, the cable management device 1 can be attached to a height-adjustable table as described in U.S. Patent 9,038,549 B1. Figures 1A to 1B In the illustrated embodiment, table 2 may be a height-adjustable desk having a work surface 3, one or more height-adjustable legs 4, and one or more feet 5. Those skilled in the art will recognize that cable management device 1 may alternatively be configured to be mounted on any table or work surface where the user wishes to vertically elevate the power supply and / or cable connections.

[0036] Figures 1A to 1BThe height-adjustable table 2 shown allows the user to select the desired vertical height of the work surface 3. The user can select a shorter height, allowing them to sit while using the work surface 3, for example. Alternatively, the user can select a higher height, allowing them to stand while using the work surface 3, for example. Typical cable management systems are not configured to adapt to the varying heights of the height-adjustable table; therefore, a cable management device configured to accommodate multiple heights is needed and is described herein.

[0037] exist Figure 2 In the exemplary embodiment shown, the cable management device 1 may include an adjustable leg assembly 10 connected to the cover assembly 30. The leg assembly 10 may be fixedly attached to the cover assembly 30. The attachment mechanism may take various forms. For example, the leg assembly 10 may be fixedly attached to the cover assembly 30 via an interlocking snap-fit ​​system. The leg assembly 10 may also be fixedly attached to the cover assembly 30 via screws.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, the adjustable leg assembly 10 is dynamic. The dynamic leg assembly allows the user to optimize the vertical length of the leg assembly 10, thereby providing the cable management device 1 with height adjustability over a wide range, for example, from about 482 mm to about 1302 mm. The adjustable leg assembly 10 may include a telescopic portion 11 and a lower section 14. The telescopic portion 11 may include two telescopic segments, namely a first telescopic segment 12 and a second telescopic segment 13. In an alternative embodiment, the telescopic portion 11 may include a single telescopic segment. In another alternative embodiment, the telescopic portion 11 may include three or more telescopic segments.

[0039] like Figures 3A to 3B As shown, the lower segment 14 may include a foot subassembly 15. The foot subassembly 15 may include a bracket 16. The bracket 16 can attach the cable management device 1 to any type of table, work surface, or floor. In one embodiment, the bracket 16, such as a metal bracket, can be securely attached to... Figures 1A to 1B The legs 5 of table 2 shown. (Return to reference) Figures 3A to 3B The bracket 16 may be pivotable to allow it to be attached to a table leg with a sloping surface. For example, the bracket 16 may pivot up to 5 degrees to accommodate a table leg with a sloping surface. The bracket may pivot about a rod 16A, which may be configured to connect the bracket 16 to the lower section 14.

[0040] The foot subassembly 15 may also include an adhesive pad 17 for securely attaching the foot subassembly 15 to, for example... Figures 1A to 1B The table 2 shown has a foot 5. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the attachment mechanism for the bracket 16 to the foot 5 of the table 2 can take many forms. For example, the bracket 16 can alternatively be attached to the foot of the table by screws.

[0041] Now refer to Figure 4 The telescopic section and the lower section can engage with each other via a track and a projection system. This track and projection system provides the mechanism for the extension and retraction of the telescopic section and the lower section, while also promoting the stability of the dynamic outrigger assembly as a whole during movement. Track protrusions and tracks are typically included at each point where the telescopic section encounters another telescopic section or lower section. In a particular embodiment described herein, the first telescopic section 12 may include a track but not a protrusion. The second telescopic section 13 may include a track protrusion 18 and a track 19, as... Figure 4 As shown. The lower segment 14 may include a protrusion but no track. In some embodiments, the track protrusion 18 may be an elliptical boss protrusion, and the track 19 may be an elliptical track. Figure 4 In the embodiment shown, the track protrusion 18 may be located on the outer surface of the second telescopic section 13, and the track may be located on the inner surface of the second telescopic section 13.

[0042] See again Figures 1A to 1B When the first telescopic segment 12 rises above the working surface 3, the track protrusion of the second telescopic segment 13 can move along the track of the first telescopic segment 12. The engagement of the track protrusion with the track provides stability between the segments, ensuring that the first telescopic segment 12 remains aligned with the second telescopic segment 13 as it rises. When the track protrusion of the second telescopic segment 13 reaches the end of the track of the first telescopic segment 12, the second telescopic segment 13 can begin to rise together with the first telescopic segment 12. The second telescopic segment 13 can engage with the lower segment 14 via another track protrusion, ensuring that the second telescopic segment 13 remains aligned with the lower segment 14 as it rises. In some embodiments, the adjustable leg assembly 10 may have additional track protrusions and tracks. For example, each segment may have two sets of track protrusions and tracks. The number of track protrusions and tracks may also depend on the number of telescopic segments.

[0043] Now for reference Figures 5A to 5B The support leg assembly 10 can be connected to the cover assembly 30. The cover assembly 30 may include a mounting section 31 and a port section 32. The port section 32 of the cover assembly 30 will be discussed in further detail here.

[0044] like Figures 6 to 7As shown, the mounting section 31 can be releasably attached to the working surface 3. The mounting section 31 may include a mounting rod 34 and a releasable mounting socket 36. The mounting rod 34 can be connected to the working surface 3 via a bracket 33. The bracket 33 can be attached to the working surface 3 via screws. The mounting rod 34 can be configured to attach the cable management device 1 to the working surface 3 by engaging the releasable mounting socket 36. Once the user has connected the mounting rod 34 to the working surface 3 via the bracket 33, the user can engage the releasable mounting socket 36 to the mounting rod 34, so that the upper end of the cable management device 1 is connected to the working surface 3. The mounting socket 36 can rotate 360 ​​degrees to allow the user to easily place the cable management device 1 in the user's optimal position.

[0045] like Figure 6 As shown, the mounting rod 34 may have an annular notch 35. The annular notch 35 allows the mounting rod 34 to engage with a releasable mounting socket 36 in a connected manner. The releasable mounting socket 36 may include a release latch button 37 that engages with the annular notch 35 in a connected manner and can be pressed to disengage the annular notch 35. After the mounting rod 34 and the releasable mounting socket 36 are engaged (see...), Figure 7 The user can push the release latch button 37 to disengage the releasable mounting socket 36 from the mounting rod 34 into the disengaged position (see [link]). Figure 6 ). Figure 8 A release latch button 37 is shown, which may include a mounting protrusion 38 fitted into an annular recess 35. The release latch button 37 may also include a spring 39 configured to bias the contact between the mounting protrusion 38 of the release latch button 37 and the annular recess 35 of the mounting rod 34.

[0046] Now for reference Figures 9 to 10 The support leg assembly 10 is connected to the cover assembly 30, which in turn is connected to the work surface 3. As previously described, the work surface 3 can be a height-adjustable desk. When the user raises the work surface 3 to a higher position, the cover assembly 30 can subsequently be raised. As the cover assembly 30 is raised to a higher position via the work surface 3, the first telescopic section 12 of the support leg assembly 10 can be raised. When the first telescopic section 12 is raised to a higher position, it can engage the second telescopic section 13 and begin raising the second telescopic section 13 to a higher position. As the user raises the work surface 3 to an even higher position, the height of the cable management device 1 thus increases until a maximum height is reached, for example, 1302 mm in the illustrated embodiment. Figure 10 The cable management device 1 is shown in the extended position.

[0047] When the user lowers the working surface 3 to a lower position, the length of the cable management device is reduced by lowering the cover assembly 30, thereby lowering the first telescopic section 12 of the support leg assembly 10. As the first telescopic section 12 is lowered, it can disengage from the second telescopic section 13 and begin to lower the second telescopic section 13. When the user lowers the working surface 3, the height of the cable management device 1 is thus reduced to a minimum height, for example, 482 mm in the illustrated embodiment. Figure 2 The cable management device 1 is shown in a partially retracted position.

[0048] refer to Figures 9 to 10 In the exemplary embodiment shown, the port segment 32 of the cover assembly 30 may include one or more upper cable holes 57. The one or more upper cable holes 57 may be configured to allow the upper end 59 of the power strip cable 58 to pass through and enter the leg assembly 10. In an alternative embodiment, the upper cable hole 57 may be configured to allow any type of wire or cable to pass through and enter the leg assembly 10. The leg assembly 10 may include a lower cable hole 26. The lower cable hole 26 may be located on the lower segment 14 such that the lower end 61 of the power strip cable 58 can pass through the lower cable hole 26. Additionally, the middle portion 60 of the power strip cable 58 may be coiled such that the middle portion 60 of the power strip cable 58 can also be extended when the cable management device 1 is extended (see...). Figure 10 Furthermore, when the cable management device 1 retracts, the middle portion 60 of the power strip 58 can also retract (see...). Figure 9 The central portion 60 of the power strip 58 may be spiral or helical, allowing it to extend and retract without stretching the length of the power strip 58 passing through the lower end 61 of the lower cable hole 26. The telescopic sections (12, 13) may include one or more grooves 25, ensuring that when the cable management system 1 is in the fully retracted position, the lower cable hole 26 and the lower end 61 of the power strip 58 remain unobstructed by the telescopic sections (12, 13).

[0049] Return to reference Figure 2 The port segment 32 of the cover assembly 30 may include one or more upper data ports 47. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the one or more upper data ports 47 can take various forms. For example, the one or more upper data ports may take the form of a USB port, a USB-C port, an Ethernet port, an HDMI port, a DVI port, or a display port. In some embodiments, the one or more upper data ports may include a USB-C port. In an alternative embodiment, the one or more upper data ports may include two Ethernet ports. In a further alternative embodiment, the one or more upper data ports may include a USB port and an HDMI port. Figure 4In the exemplary embodiment shown in FIG5, the one or more upper data ports 47 may include an Ethernet port 48. The one or more upper data ports 47 of the cover assembly 30 may correspond to one or more lower data ports 49 of the leg assembly 10. For example, the one or more lower data ports 49 of the leg assembly 10 may include an Ethernet port 50.

[0050] Now for reference Figure 11 One or more data cables 51 may move between the one or more upper data ports 47 of the cover assembly 30 and the one or more lower data ports 49 of the leg assembly 10. For example, a USB cable may be used in an embodiment including a USB port, while an Ethernet cable may be used in an embodiment including an Ethernet port. The one or more data cables 51 may include an intermediate coiled portion 52 such that when the cable management device 1 is in the extended position, the one or more data cables 51 are also extended, and when the cable management device 1 is in the retracted position, the one or more data cables 51 are also retracted. (Return to Reference) Figure 2 The telescopic sections (12, 13) may include one or more recesses 25 such that when the cable management system 1 is in the fully retracted position, the one or more lower data ports 49 of the leg assembly 10 remain unobstructed by the telescopic sections (12, 13).

[0051] Many modifications and other embodiments of the invention set forth herein will come to mind for those skilled in the art, taking advantage of the teachings presented in the foregoing description and related drawings. Therefore, it should be understood that the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, and that modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included within the scope of the appended claims. Although specific terminology is used herein, it is used only in a general and descriptive sense and not for limiting purposes.

Claims

1. A cable management device suitable for a height-adjustable table, the cable management device comprising: a) A cover assembly, wherein the cover assembly includes a first upper cable hole; b) A height-adjustable outrigger assembly, fixed to the cover assembly, the height-adjustable outrigger assembly comprising: (i) a telescopic portion including two or more telescopic leg segments defining an internal cavity; and (ii) a foot subassembly connected to the telescopic portion, wherein the foot subassembly includes a first lower cable hole; and c) A multi-output power distribution unit, comprising: (i) a socket housing having multiple electrical sockets; and (ii) a main power line connected to the socket housing, wherein the main power line has: an upper portion extending into a first upper cable hole; an intermediate coiled portion positioned within the internal cavity of the height-adjustable leg assembly and configured to extend and retract in length; and a lower portion extending from a first lower cable hole.

2. The cable management device of claim 1, wherein the telescopic portion of the height-adjustable leg assembly is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the foot subassembly.

3. The cable management device of claim 1, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include grooves configured to allow the one or more lower cable holes to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

4. The cable management device of claim 1, wherein the cover assembly further includes a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket.

5. The cable management device of claim 4, wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the mounting rod in a connecting manner.

6. The cable management device of claim 5, wherein the mounting rod includes an annular notch, and wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the annular notch.

7. The cable management device of claim 6, wherein the cover assembly further includes a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod.

8. The cable management device of claim 7, wherein the release latch includes a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

9. A cable management device suitable for a height-adjustable table, the cable management device comprising: a) A cover assembly comprising: (i) a first upper cable hole; and (ii) one or more upper data ports; b) A height-adjustable outrigger assembly, fixed to the cover assembly, the height-adjustable outrigger assembly comprising: (i) a telescopic portion including two or more telescopic leg segments defining an internal cavity; and (ii) a foot subassembly connected to the telescopic portion, wherein the foot subassembly includes: a first lower cable hole; and one or more lower data ports operatively connected to the one or more upper data ports; and c) A multi-output power distribution unit, comprising: (i) a socket housing having multiple electrical sockets; and (ii) a main power line connected to the socket housing, wherein the main power line has: an upper portion extending into a first upper cable hole; an intermediate coiled portion positioned within the internal cavity of the height-adjustable leg assembly and configured to extend and retract in length; and a lower portion extending from a first lower cable hole.

10. The cable management device of claim 9, wherein the one or more upper data ports are selected from: a USB port, a USB-C port, an Ethernet port, an HDMI port, a DVI port, and a display port, wherein the one or more lower data ports correspond to the one or more upper data ports.

11. The cable management device of claim 10, wherein the cover assembly further comprises one or more coiled data cables for operatively connecting the one or more upper data ports to the one or more lower data ports.

12. The cable management device of claim 11, wherein the one or more coiled data cables are configured to expand and contract as the height-adjustable leg assembly extends and retracts.

13. The cable management device of claim 12, wherein the telescopic section is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the one or more lower data ports.

14. The cable management device of claim 13, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include recesses configured to allow the one or more lower data ports to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

15. The cable management device of claim 14, wherein the cover assembly further includes a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket.

16. The cable management device of claim 15, wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the mounting rod in a connecting manner.

17. The cable management device of claim 16, wherein the mounting rod includes an annular notch, and wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the annular notch.

18. The cable management device of claim 17, wherein the cover assembly further includes a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod.

19. The cable management device of claim 18, wherein the release latch includes a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

20. A cable management device, comprising: a) A cover assembly, wherein the cover assembly includes one or more upper cable holes; as well as b) An adjustable support leg assembly, which is fixed to the cover assembly, the support leg assembly including a lower section and two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly; wherein the lower section includes one or more lower cable holes.

21. The cable management device of claim 20, further comprising a power strip having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end passes through the upper cable hole and wherein the second end passes through the lower cable hole.

22. The cable management device according to claim 21, wherein the power strip cable further includes an intermediate coiled portion between the first end and the second end.

23. The cable management device of claim 22, wherein the intermediate coil portion is configured to expand and contract respectively when the cable management device is extended and shortened.

24. The cable management device of claim 20, wherein the telescopic section is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the one or more lower cable holes.

25. The cable management device of claim 24, wherein the height ranges from 482 mm to 1302 mm.

26. The cable management device of claim 20, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include grooves configured to allow the one or more lower cable holes to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

27. The cable management device of claim 20, wherein the cover assembly further includes a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket.

28. The cable management device of claim 27, wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the mounting rod in a connecting manner.

29. The cable management device of claim 28, wherein the mounting rod includes an annular notch, and wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the annular notch.

30. The cable management device of claim 28, wherein the cover assembly further includes a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod.

31. The cable management device of claim 30, wherein the release latch includes a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

32. The cable management device of claim 27, further comprising a power strip having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end passes through the upper cable hole and wherein the second end passes through the lower cable hole.

33. The cable management device according to claim 32, wherein the power strip cable further includes an intermediate coiled portion between the first end and the second end.

34. The cable management device of claim 33, wherein the intermediate coil portion is configured to expand and contract respectively when the cable management device is extended and shortened.

35. The cable management device of claim 27, wherein the telescopic section is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the one or more lower cable holes.

36. The cable management device of claim 35, wherein the height ranges from 482 mm to 1302 mm.

37. The cable management device of claim 27, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include grooves configured to allow the one or more lower cable holes to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

38. The cable management device according to any one of claims 27 to 37, wherein the cover assembly is configured to be releasably connected to the working surface.

39. A cable management device, comprising: a) A cover assembly, wherein the cover assembly includes one or more upper data ports; as well as b) An adjustable support leg assembly fixed to the cover assembly, the support leg assembly including a lower section and two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly, wherein the lower section includes one or more lower data ports corresponding to the one or more upper data ports.

40. The cable management device of claim 39, wherein the one or more upper data ports are selected from: a USB port, a USB-C port, an Ethernet port, an HDMI port, a DVI port, and a display port, wherein the one or more lower data ports correspond to the one or more upper data ports.

41. The cable management device of claim 39, wherein the cover assembly further includes one or more coiled data cables that move between the one or more upper data ports and the one or more lower data ports.

42. The cable management device of claim 41, wherein the coiled data cable is configured to expand and contract respectively when the cable management device is extended and shortened.

43. The cable management device of claim 39, wherein the telescopic section is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the one or more lower data ports.

44. The cable management device according to claim 43, wherein the height ranges from 482 mm to 1302 mm.

45. The cable management device of claim 39, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include recesses configured to allow the one or more lower data ports to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

46. ​​The cable management device of claim 39, wherein the cover assembly further includes a mounting rod and a releasable mounting socket.

47. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the mounting rod in a connecting manner.

48. The cable management device of claim 47, wherein the mounting rod includes an annular notch, and wherein the releasable mounting socket is configured to engage the annular notch.

49. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the cover assembly further includes a release latch configured to disengage the releasable mounting socket from the mounting rod.

50. The cable management device of claim 49, wherein the release latch includes a button configured to release the mounting rod when the button is pressed.

51. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the one or more upper data ports are selected from: a USB port, a USB-C port, an Ethernet port, an HDMI port, a DVI port, and a display port, wherein the one or more lower data ports correspond to the one or more upper data ports.

52. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the cover assembly further includes one or more coiled data cables that move between the one or more upper data ports and the one or more lower data ports.

53. The cable management device of claim 52, wherein the coiled data cable is configured to expand and contract respectively when the cable management device is extended and shortened.

54. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the telescopic section is configured to increase or decrease the height of the cover assembly relative to the one or more lower data ports.

55. The cable management device according to claim 54, wherein the height ranges from 482 mm to 1302 mm.

56. The cable management device of claim 46, wherein the two or more telescopic sections include recesses configured to allow the one or more lower data ports to remain unobstructed by the two or more telescopic sections.

57. The cable management device according to any one of claims 46 to 56, wherein the cover assembly is configured to be releasably connected to the working surface.

58. A method for managing cables, the method comprising the following steps: a) Secure a cable management device to a working surface, the cable management device comprising: a cover assembly and a leg assembly; wherein the cover assembly includes a mounting section and one or more upper cable holes; wherein the leg assembly includes a lower section, two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly, and one or more power strips, wherein the lower section includes one or more lower cable holes, wherein the one or more power strips pass through the one or more upper cable holes and the one or more lower cable holes; and b) Adjust the vertical height of the working surface and the cable management device.

59. A method for managing cables, the method comprising the following steps: a) Secure a cable management device to a working surface, the cable management device including a cover assembly and a leg assembly; wherein the cover assembly includes a mounting section and one or more upper data ports; wherein the leg assembly includes a lower section, two or more telescopic sections positioned between the lower section and the cover assembly; and one or more lower data ports corresponding to the one or more upper data ports; and one or more data lines between the one or more upper data ports and the one or more lower data ports; and b) Adjust the vertical height of the working surface and the cable management device.

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