Ergonomic desktop and method of using it

Abstract

Ergonomic desktop, characterised in that it is formed by a base (1) fitted at the bottom with sidewalls (2) with at least two bends (3) of the bottom edge (4), wherein a spacer plate (7) comprising a locking tab (8) is placed between the sidewalls (2) in the cut-out (6) of the sidewalls (2), wherein the base (1) comprises a cut-out (5) on the bottom side (9) and a cut-out (11) on the top side (10), the top surface (12) of the base (1) being fitted with holes (13) and recessed magnets (14) having positive polarisation and comprises a removable sliding pad (15) with at least one curved edge (16) and a folding triangular stand (17).

Description

[0001] ERGONOMIC DESKTOP AND METHOD OF USING IT

[0002] Technical field

[0003] The invention relates to an ergonomic desktop as an accessory to desks used for computer work.

[0004] Background

[0005] In the past and currently, ergonomic sitting methods to mitigate the effects of prolonged computer work have been addressed in three main ways - by using existing furniture with the addition of partial accessories to improve the ergonomics of a particular work habit and position - using an ergonomically shaped office chair, keyboard pad, ergonomic keyboard, ergonomic PC mouse, / positioning device / or monitor pad, etc. However, these solutions have one thing in common: the monitor stays in one place, and ergonomic accessories solve only a part of the problems resulting from prolonged computer work. At the same time, these solutions cannot eliminate the incorrect sitting ergonomics in its entirety, because they only focus on individual parts of the body (back, neck, shoulders, wrists). Thus, they do not solve the problem of all the most stressed parts of the body at the same time. The above solutions are part of patents such as US20220175132 disclosing a tabletop and desktop assembly, US2002074836A1 Pad mounted on the chair arm to support the object. Another group of auxiliary devices are monitor positioning arms. Utilizing existing furniture and computer accessories with the addition of a monitor positioning arm. This solution allows the distance of the monitor from the user to the computer to be adjusted, but only to the extent of the desk and desk accessories that are necessary to control the computer. Comfortable back support at angles greater than 60 degrees from the plane of the floor is no longer possible with these solutions, nor is lying down at the computer. This is due to the lack of the ability to tilt the desktop and adjust the distance and inclination of the keyboard and mouse to the full range of distances and inclinations of the office chair, which are necessary for natural and correct ergonomic positioning of the whole body, hand positioning and the correct wrist angle when working with the computer (US20200063911 - Stand for a desktop display comprising a fixing device attached to the desktop or US20180372261 - Monitor arm stand comprising a post extending along the longitudinal axis.

[0006] The most complex solutions are assemblies where the workspace is completely replaced and rebuilt by inserting a larger positioning device into the room, which includes an ergonomic chair for sitting and adjustable stands for the keyboard, monitor and computer mouse. These devices make it possible to sit and sometimes even lie down comfortably while working with the computer. Their common essential feature is that they allow ergonomic adjustment of the distances and inclinations of all accessories from the user (monitor , keyboard and mouse) in the full range of possible positions. However, they also have a major drawback - they are usually large, heavy and complex devices that change the entire workspace. Keyboard and computer mouse controls are included in the product and are custom made. Standardised products and accessories cannot be used. A major handicap of positioning devices is their high price. (US4779922 - Workstation to ergonomically support a human operator in a seated position US20160367027 Ergonomic workstation, CN201418510 Inclined integrated computer chair

[0007] Summary of the invention

[0008] An ergonomic desktop characterised in that it is formed by a base fitted with sidewalls at the bottom having at least two bends of the bottom edge, the sidewall having the shape of an irregular polygon, where the longest side is fixed to the base and from it the first bend of the bottom edge continues at an acute angle followed by further bends at an obtuse angle, passing into an arc or truncated arc connected to the longest edge, wherein a spacer plate containing a locking tab is placed between the sidewalls in a cut-out in the sidewalls, the gap between the spacer plate and the base being used for inserting the computer monitor stand together with the entire monitor. The entire ergonomic desktop can be moved towards the user, thus tilting and adjusting its angle to the inclination of the office chair by means of at least two bends of the bottom edge of the sidewalls. The base comprises, on its bottom side, a semi-circular cut-out positioned in the middle of the side or shifted to one of the sides depending on the user (right- handed, left-handed), and, in its top edge, a cut-out into which the monitor holder fits. The top surface of the base is fitted with holes and recessed magnets having positive polarisation, which, when a magnet having negative polarisation is used on any computer accessories and peripheral devices, will keep the device on the ergonomic desktop even in a tilted position and / or part of the desktop is covered with anti-slip material. It further comprises a removable sliding pad with at least one curved edge that is made of magnetic or non-magnetic material that is provided with magnets having negative polarisation wherein the curved edge prevents objects from sliding off, such as keeping the keyboard on the desk even in tilted positions, allowing it to move in all directions while preventing the keyboard from falling off. It further comprises a folding triangular stand fitted in the bottom surface with magnets having negative polarisation, which can be folded in one third of its height along the longer edge, whereby the plane of division of the bottom part of the triangular prism 17 is not parallel to the base of the prism 20 but forms an angle of 5° to 45° with it, thus making it possible to create a surface at an angle of 12° to 80°, whereby the shape of the prism and the possibility of tilting one top of the prism make it possible to adjust the appropriate angles for the correct inclination of the keyboard, laptop, tablet and mobile device placed on the ergonomic desktop, depending on the inclination of the entire ergonomic desktop and the office chair. The bottom surface of the base may be fitted with graduated cut-outs and the sidewalls may be fitted with anti-slip tape on the bottom edge. The base may be covered with anti-slip material.

[0009] The essence of the invention is, with regard to long-term work at the computer, to enable the widest possible range of ergonomic sitting positions at the computer, from the classical upright sitting position to the lying position at work, with the least possible interference with the usual working space of a computer station. The solution is compatible with a wide range of current standardised furniture sets, office chairs and computer accessories (monitor, laptop, tablet, mobile phone and computer mouse). Part of the solution is to minimise most of the longterm and inappropriate stressful positions of the back, head, shoulders and wrists when working with the computer.

[0010] The ergonomic desktop can slide over any typed desk top along with the monitor, keyboard and computer mouse. At the same time, its inclination and distance adjust to the entire range of office chair inclinations, allowing the user to adjust the position of all body parts (spine, arms, neck, wrists and head) to the correct ergonomic sitting position in a variety of positions, from the classic upright sitting position to the lying position, while maintaining all the attributes of ergonomic computer work. If the monitor is fitted with a pull-out arm, it is not necessary to insert it into the ergonomic desktop.

[0011] To achieve this, it is necessary to have, in addition to an ergonomic desktop, an office chair with adjustable armrests, a rocking function and a reclining backrest. A suitable accessory to the office chair is a footstool to rest the legs when lying down.

[0012] The ergonomic desktop is made of wood, chipboard, cardboard, plastic, plexiglass, metal, vinyl or composite or a combination of these materials.

[0013] Brief description of the drawings

[0014] Fig. 1 shows the ergonomic desktop, Fig. 2 shows the ergonomic desktop with the sliding pad and the triangular prism, Fig. 3 shows the ergonomic desktop as seen from below, Fig. 4 shows the sidewall with the cut-out for the spacer plate, Fig. 5 shows the removable sliding pad, Fig. 6 shows the triangular prism in its folded and unfolded state, Fig. 7 shows the positioning of the monitor on the spacer plate, Fig. 8 shows the basic position of the ergonomic desktop, Fig. 9 shows the second position of the ergonomic desktop, Fig. 10 shows the third position of the ergonomic desktop and the worker, and Fig. 11 shows the ergonomic desktop with cut-outs in the sidewalls and anti-slip material.

[0015] Detailed description of the invention

[0016] An ergonomic desktop characterised in that it is formed by a base 1 fitted with sidewalls 2 at the bottom having at least two bends 3 of the bottom edge 4, the sidewall 2 having the shape of an irregular polygon, where the longest side 21 is fixed to the base 1 and from it the first bend 3 of the bottom edge 4 continues at an acute angle followed by further bends 3a at an obtuse angle, passing into an arc or truncated arc 23 connected to the longest edge 21, wherein a spacer plate containing a locking tab 8 is placed between the sidewalls 2 in a cut-out 6 in the sidewalls 2, the gap 24 between the spacer plate 7 and the base 1 being used for inserting the computer monitor 26 stand 25 together with the entire monitor 26. The entire ergonomic desktop can be moved towards the user, thus tilting and adjusting its angle to the inclination of the office chair 27 by means of at least two bends 3 of the bottom edge 4 of the sidewalls 2. The base 1 comprises, on its bottom side 9, a semi-circular cut-out 5 positioned in the middle of the side or shifted to one of the sides depending on the user (right-handed, left-handed), and, on its top side 10, a cut-out 11 into which the monitor stand 25 fits. The top surface 12 of the base 1 is fitted with holes 13 and recessed magnets 14 having positive polarisation, which, when a magnet having negative polarisation is used on any computer accessories and peripheral devices, will keep the device on the ergonomic desktop even in a tilted position and / or part of the desktop is covered with anti-slip material 28. It further comprises a removable sliding pad 15 with at least one curved edge 16 that is made of magnetic material or non-magnetic material that is fitted with magnets 18 having negative polarisation wherein the curved edge 16 prevents objects from sliding off, such as keeping the keyboard 29 on the desk even in tilted positions, allowing it to move in all directions while preventing the keyboard 26 from falling off. It further comprises a folding triangular stand 17 fitted in the bottom surface with magnets 18 having negative polarisation, which can be folded in one third of its height along the longer edge, whereby the plane of division 19 of the bottom part of the triangular prism 17 is not parallel to the base of the prism 20 but forms an angle of 5° to 45° with it, thus making it possible to create a surface at an angle of 12° to 80°, whereby the shape of the triangular prism 17 and the possibility of tilting one top of the prism make it possible to adjust the appropriate angles for the correct tilt of the keyboard, laptop, tablet and mobile device placed on the ergonomic desktop, depending on the tilt of the entire ergonomic desktop and the office chair 27. The bottom surface 30 of the base 1 may be fitted with graduated cut-outs 31 and the sidewalls 2 may be fitted with anti-slip tape 32 on the bottom edge 4.

[0017] A monitor stand 25 of the monitor 26 is inserted into the gap of the ergonomic desktop 24 between the base 1 on the spacer plate 7, the keyboard 29 is placed on the removable sliding pad 15, and the mouse fitted with a magnet 18 having negative polarisation is placed on the magnet 14 having positive polarisation on the base 1 on the right or left side depending on the user's habits, wherein the angle of the desktop relative to the user's position is adjusted by sliding its bottom side 9 towards the user with simultaneous tilting of the user / chair 27, whereby the locking of the angle of tilt of the ergonomic desktop is provided by at least two bends 3 of the bottom edge 4 of the sidewalls 2. If the monitor is fitted with a pull-out arm, it is not necessary to insert it into the ergonomic desktop.

[0018] The solution is compatible with a wide range of current standardised furniture sets, office chairs and computer accessories (monitor, laptop, tablet, mobile phone and computer mouse).

[0019] The ergonomic desktop can slide over any typed desk top along with the monitor, keyboard and computer mouse. At the same time, its inclination and distance adjust to the entire range of office chair inclinations (Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10), allowing the user to adjust the position of all body parts (spine, arms, neck, wrists and head) to the correct ergonomic sitting position in a variety of positions, from the classic upright sitting position to the lying position, while maintaining all the attributes of ergonomic computer work.

[0020] The ergonomic desktop is made of wood, chipboard, cardboard, plastic, plexiglass, metal, vinyl or composite or a combination of these materials.

[0021] Industrial applicability

[0022] The ergonomic desktop significantly facilitates stereotypical computer work and reduces the health consequences of prolonged computer work. Part of the solution is to minimise most of the long-term and inappropriate stressful positions of the back, head, shoulders and wrists when working with the computer. The main purpose of the invention is therefore to mitigate the negative health consequences of prolonged computer work, particularly in technology communities.

Claims

PATENT CLAIMS1. Ergonomic desktop, characterised in that it is formed by a base (1) fitted at the bottom with sidewalls (2) with at least two bends (3) of the bottom edge (4), wherein a spacer plate (7) comprising a locking tab (8) is placed between the sidewalls (2) in the cut-out(6) of the sidewalls (2), wherein the base (1) comprises a cut-out (5) on the bottom side (9) and a cut-out (11) on the top side (10), the top surface (12) of the base (1) being fitted with holes (13) and recessed magnets (14) having positive polarisation.

2. The ergonomic desktop according to claim 1, characterised in that it comprises a removable sliding pad (15) with at least one curved edge (16) and a folding triangular stand (17).

3. Ergonomic desktop according to any of the preceding claims, characterised in that the removable sliding pad (15) is made of magnetic or non-magnetic material fitted with magnets (18) having negative polarisation.

4. Ergonomic desktop according to any of the preceding claims, characterised in that the folding triangular stand (17) can be folded in one third of its height along its longer edge by 90-180°, wherein the plane of division (19) of the bottom part of the triangular prism (17) is not parallel to the base of the prism (20) but forms an angle of 5° to 45° with it.

5. Ergonomic desktop according to any of the preceding claims, characterised in that the bottom surface of the base (1) is fitted with graduated cut-outs (22) and the sidewalls (2) are fitted with an anti-slip tape (23) on the bottom edge (4).

6. Ergonomic desktop according to any of the preceding claims, characterised in that the base (1) is covered with anti-slip material (28).

7. Method of using the ergonomic desktop, characterised in that a monitor stand (25) of the monitor (26) is inserted into the gap (24) between the base (1) on the spacer plate(7), the keyboard (29) is placed on the removable sliding pad (15), and the mouse fitted with a magnet (18) having negative polarisation is placed on the magnet (14) having positive polarisation on the base (1) on the right or left side depending on the user'shabits, wherein the angle of the desktop relative to the user's position is adjusted by sliding its bottom side (9) towards the user with simultaneous tilting of the user / chair (27).

8. Method of using the ergonomic desktop according to claim 7, characterised in that the locking of the angle of inclination of the ergonomic desktop is provided by at least two bends (3) of the bottom edge (4) of the sidewalls (2).

9. Method of using the ergonomic desktop according to claim 6 a 7, characterised in that the locking of the angle of inclination of the ergonomic desktop is provided by at least two cut-outs (31) of the bottom edge (4) of the base (1).

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