Expandable desk

Abstract

To provide a function-expandable desk which provides a dropped-food catching function and warming function with a simple configuration, which meets the needs arising from an aging society of easily addressing problems of dropping food during a meal and cold feeling on feet and back during a meal, quality family time, office works, and the like.SOLUTION: A function-expandable desk includes parts for attaching / detaching a functional part onto / from an end surface or a lower surface of an end part of a top panel. The functional part has a surface made of fabric, paper, non-woven fabric, or plastic, and includes a part for incorporating a steel tape (product name: Shinai tape) at one end thereof. The part incorporating the steel tape is attached to and detached from the end surface or the lower surface of the end part of the top panel. A using method provides a function of catching a dropped food by expanding the functional part.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a desk, including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table, whose functions can be expanded. [Background technology]

[0002] Traditionally, the main function of a desk has been to provide a place for eating or working on the top surface, and many desks are equipped with additional components such as drawers.

[0003] In addition, in order to expand the functionality of the desk, there are desks that have slits or the like in part of the top plate to allow parts to be attached and detached, or that have parts of the top plate that can be rotated or detached to improve usability. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 3-224508 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 9-313258 [Patent Document 3] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 10-146223 [Patent Document 4] Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 2-114486 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] With the aging of the population, there is a need for a simple solution to problems such as spilling food while eating, or getting cold in the legs and hips while eating, participating in group activities, or doing office work.

[0006] Generally, people would place a napkin on their lap to protect themselves from spills during meals, or use a lap blanket to protect their legs and hips from cold weather, but it was a hassle to always have these on hand.

[0007] Therefore, the inventor has developed a desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table, which has a simple structure and can be expanded to have the function of catching food spills and also to have a heat-retaining effect, and a method for expanding the function of a desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table whose functions can be expanded, the desk is provided with a part for attaching and detaching a functional part to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top, the surface of the functional part being a member made of cloth, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic, the surface member made of cloth, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic having a part with a built-in steel tape at one end, the desk is functionally expandable and can be attached and detached to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top at the part with the built-in steel tape, and the cloth used on the surface of the functional part is a blanket-like cloth. And In other words, the present invention relates to a desk, including a dining table, office desk, conference table, or table, whose functions can be expanded, which is equipped with a part for attaching and detaching a functional part to the edge surface of the top board or the underside of the edge of the top board, and the functional part has a surface made of fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric, or plastic, and the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric, or plastic surface has a portion with a built-in steel tape (trade name: Sinai Tape) at one end, and the functional part is detachably attached to the edge surface of the top board or the underside of the edge of the top board at the portion with the built-in steel tape, and by expanding and using the functional part, it exhibits the function of catching spilled food, etc.

[0009] In addition, in this invention, the part for attaching and detaching functional parts to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top provided on the desk is a magnet, and the magnet is adhered, attached or embedded in the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top, and by attracting and fixing the steel tape by the magnetic force of the magnet, the function of catching spilled food etc. is realized with a simple structure.

[0010] In addition, in this invention, the part for attaching and detaching functional parts to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top provided on the desk is a hook-and-loop fastener, which is installed on the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top, and by attaching and detaching it to and from the hook-and-loop fastener provided in the part that stores the steel tape of the functional part, it has a simple structure and can function to catch spilled food, etc.

[0011] In addition, the present invention provides a functional part having a surface made of cloth, paper, or nonwoven fabric and containing a plastic member inside, which prevents moisture penetration and provides a simple structure for catching food spills, etc. Furthermore, the present invention provides a plastic member contained inside the functional part that is a plastic film, and the member having a surface made of cloth, paper, nonwoven fabric, or plastic has snaps inside that prevent the plastic film from moving, maintaining the waterproof function.

[0012] In addition, in the present invention, the fabric used on the surface of the functional part is a blanket-like fabric, which exhibits a heat-retaining effect in addition to a waterproof effect.

[0013] In addition, in the present invention, the fabric used on the surface of the functional part is sewn together into a bag shape, and the area at one end that houses the steel tape is divided by a seam and has a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape, while the other area is the area that houses the plastic member and has a zipper on one side for inserting and removing the plastic member, making it easy to replace the steel tape.

[0014] In addition, the fabric used on the surface of the functional part may be sewn together into a bag shape, with the area at one end containing the steel tape being divided by a seam and having a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape, and the other area being the area for storing the plastic member, with a zipper on one side for inserting and removing the plastic member. In addition, in the present invention, the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member used on the surface of the functional part is provided with a steel tape pocket at one end having a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape in the area that houses the steel tape, and the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member can be replaced by removing the steel tape.

[0015] In addition, the present invention further comprises an L-shaped part on the underside of the desk near the edge of the top board, and when the functional part is not in use, the L-shaped part is removed from the desk. L If the number of participants is known in advance, the number of participants can be prepared in advance. L It can be prepared in letter-shaped parts. [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] The desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table, which can be expanded in function according to the present invention, and the method of using the desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table, realizes a desk with expandable function that can exhibit the function of catching food spills and also has a heat-retaining effect with a simple configuration, and is therefore very effective. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0017] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a diagrammatic photograph showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a photograph substituted for a drawing showing an example of the configuration of a desk whose functions can be expanded according to the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The present invention relates to a desk, including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table, whose functions can be expanded, characterized in that the desk is equipped with a part for attaching and detaching a functional part to the edge surface of the table top or the underside of the edge of the table top, and the functional part has a surface made of cloth, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic, and the cloth, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic surface part has a portion at one end that has a steel tape (trade name: Sinai Tape) built in, and the desk is characterized in that the functional part is attached and detached to the edge surface of the table top or the underside of the edge of the table top at the portion where the steel tape is built in, and a method of using a desk whose functions can be expanded, characterized in that by expanding and using the functional part, it is possible to realize the function of catching spilled food, etc. Here, in this invention, by using a built-in steel tape (product name: Sinai Tape), not only is the steel tape magnetically attracted and fixed when a magnet is used, but even when other fixing methods such as hook-and-loop fasteners are used, its flexibility and shape-retaining ability keep the top end of the functional part in a spread-out state, maintaining its function, and it has the advantage of being able to follow the shape of the desk even if the edge is curved (for example, a round table) and still function.

[0019] The present invention is also characterized in that the part used to attach and detach functional parts to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top provided on the desk is a magnet, and the magnet is adhered, attached or embedded in the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top, and by attracting and fixing the steel tape by the magnetic force of the magnet, the function of catching spilled food etc. is realized with a simple structure.

[0020] The present invention is also characterized in that the part used to attach and detach functional parts to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top provided on the desk is a hook-and-loop fastener, which is installed on the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end of the table top, and by attaching and detaching it to and from the hook-and-loop fastener provided in the part that stores the steel tape of the functional part, it is possible to achieve the function of catching spilled food, etc. with a simple structure.

[0021] The present invention also provides a functional part having a surface made of fabric, paper or nonwoven fabric and a plastic member inside. but The plastic member is housed inside the functional component, and prevents moisture penetration and has a simple structure that functions to catch food spills, etc. The present invention is further characterized in that the plastic member housed inside the functional component is a plastic film, and the member having a surface made of fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic has snaps inside, which prevent the plastic film from moving and maintain the waterproof function.

[0022] The present invention is also characterized in that the fabric used on the surface of the functional part is a blanket-like fabric, which exhibits a heat-retaining effect in addition to a waterproof effect.

[0023] The present invention is also characterized in that the fabric used on the surface of the functional part is sewn together into a bag shape, and the area at one end that houses the steel tape is divided by a seam and has a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape, while the other area is the area that houses the plastic member and has a zipper on one side for inserting and removing the plastic member, making it easy to replace the steel tape.

[0024] The present invention is also characterized in that the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member used on the surface of the functional part has a steel tape pocket at one end that has a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape in the area that houses the steel tape, and the steel tape can be removed to replace the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member.

[0025] The present invention is also characterized in that the desk further comprises an L-shaped part on the underside near the edge of the table top, and when the functional part is not in use, it can be stored in the L-shaped part, and when the number of participants is known in advance, the number of participants can be prepared in advance and kept ready in the L-shaped part. [Example]

[0026] 1 to 11 are photographs showing examples of the configuration of a desk that can be expanded in function according to the present invention. In this example, the desk side was first prepared as shown in Figure 1, and a magnet 2 was drilled into the top plate 1 of a wooden dining table, embedded in the top plate, and installed on the edge of the table.

[0027] An example of a functional component to be installed is shown in Figure 2. In this embodiment, a fabric is used as the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric, or plastic member 3 used on the surface of the functional component, and a hook-and-loop fastener 5 is used to attach and detach the functional component. While a magnet is used on the desk in this embodiment, this can be replaced with a hook-and-loop fastener. Even if a hook-and-loop fastener is installed on the functional component, the steel tape 4 is attached and secured by the magnetic force of the magnet, which is not a problem. A slit 6 is provided on the functional component, through which the steel tape 4 can be attached and detached. The use of built-in steel tape (product name: Shinai Tape) in this invention not only allows the steel tape to be attached and secured by magnetic force when a magnet is used, but also allows the upper end of the functional component to remain spread out and maintain its functionality even when other fastening methods such as hook-and-loop fasteners are used, due to its flexibility and shape-retaining ability. Furthermore, the functional component can conform to the curved edge of a desk (e.g., a round table) and perform its function.

[0028] Figure 3 shows an example of the structure of a functional part. A zipper 8 is installed on one end surface of a surface member 3 made of fabric, and other members can be stored inside through this opening. In this example, a plastic film is installed inside. 7 The container can store the food and prevent spills of food containing moisture.

[0029] Similarly, an example of the configuration of a functional part is shown in Figure 4. To prevent the plastic film housed inside the fabric surface member 3 from losing its functionality due to misalignment or falling, snaps 9 are installed inside to hold and secure the plastic film, thereby maintaining its functionality.

[0030] In Figure 5, a hook-and-loop fastener 5 is attached to the bottom edge of a wooden dining table top 1 near its edge. In this case, a functional part equipped with a hook-and-loop fastener can be attached and detached, as shown in Figure 2.

[0031] Unlike Figure 1, Figure 6 shows a wooden dining table top 1 with a magnet 2 embedded in a hole drilled in the top at the bottom near its end. In Figures 1 and 6, the magnet is shown exposed in the photographs used as drawings, but in actual use, after embedding the magnet, the hole can be filled with putty or the like of a similar color to the top, and the surface can be finished, making it possible to attach and detach the functional part according to the present invention without the presence of the magnet being noticeable from the outside.

[0032] Figure 7 shows an example in which a magnet is placed on the edge of the table top 1 of a wooden dining table, and fabric is used as the fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member 3 used on the surface of the functional part. In this way, a function of catching food spills can be realized with a simple configuration.

[0033] Figure 8 shows an example of an embodiment in which the functional component according to the present invention is installed on a steel office desk. In this case, the magnet can be directly attached to the steel part. In this case, it can be used to block the wind from the side of the desk, providing protection from the cold, and also providing a privacy effect, especially for women.

[0034] Figure 9 shows an L-shaped member 10 installed on the underside of a desk. The presence of this member allows the functional component of the present invention to be stored when not in use. Furthermore, if the number of participants is known in advance, the number of members can be prepared and stored in the L-shaped member.

[0035] Figure 10 shows another example of a functional part according to the present invention. In this example, a paper member is used as the functional part 3, and a section for storing steel tape 4 is provided at one end of the functional part 3, which can be attached and detached through a slit 6. It is also effective to use paper, nonwoven fabric, or plastic film as the functional part 3 and replace it as needed to catch food spills hygienically. [Industrial Applicability]

[0036] As described above, the expandable desk and method of use according to the present invention realizes a desk and method of use that has a simple configuration, can exhibit the function of catching food spills, and can also exhibit a heat-retaining effect, and has great industrial applicability. [Explanation of symbols]

[0037] 1 baking sheet 2. Magnets 3. Fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic materials used on the surface of functional parts 4 Steel Tape 5 hook and loop fasteners 6 Slit section 7 Plastic parts 8 zipper snaps 10 L-shaped member

Claims

1. A desk including a dining table, office desk, conference table or table that can be expanded in function, the desk is provided with a part for attaching and detaching a functional part having a food spill catch function on the edge surface of the top board or the underside of the edge of the top board, The part for attaching and detaching the functional part includes a magnet adhered, attached or embedded on the end surface of the top plate or the underside of the end surface of the top plate, The functional part is a member having a surface made of fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic, and has a steel tape built into one end thereof that is detachable from the magnet, The desk is expandable in function by being attached and detached to the end surface of the table top or the underside of the end surface of the table top at the portion where the steel tape is built in, This desk has expandable functions, characterized in that the part containing the steel tape on one end of the member made of fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic used on the surface of the functional part is provided with a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape.

2. The fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic member used on the surface of the functional part is provided at one end with a pocket for the steel tape, the pocket having a slit for inserting and removing the steel tape at a portion where the steel tape is housed, 2. The desk according to claim 1, wherein the steel tape can be removed and replaced with a member made of fabric, paper, nonwoven fabric or plastic.

3. The desk further comprises an L-shaped part on the underside near the edge of the top board, The desk with expandable functions described in claim 1, characterized in that when the functional parts are not in use, they can be stored in the L-shaped parts, and when the number of participants is known in advance, the number of parts can be prepared in advance and kept ready in the L-shaped parts.

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