System for adjusting a position of an object

Abstract

A frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a first guide rail; and a first support spaced apart from the first guide rail; wherein, in use, a first object connected to the first guide rail and the first support is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame.

Description

[0001] SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTING A POSITION OF AN OBJECT

[0002] This disclosure relates to systems for adjusting a position of an object, e.g. according to user preference. In particular, the system may comprise a frame connected to an object and the system may be operable to adjust a position, in use, of the object relative to the frame. For example, the present disclosure relates to an adjustable system. More specifically, but not exclusively, the present disclosure may relate to an adjustable height desk.

[0003] Adjustable height systems are useful, for example, for varying the height of a platform. One example of a use of a varying height platform is that of adjustable height desks. Adjustable height desks have the benefit of allowing a user to adjust the height of the desk to an ergonomically comfortable position. Some adjustable height desks have an adjustable height range sufficient to allow a user to vary between working in a sitting or a standing position. This variation may help to promote wellbeing at work by reducing sitting time.

[0004] A first aspect provides a frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a first guide rail; and a first support spaced apart from the first guide rail; wherein, in use, a first object connected to the first guide rail and the first support is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame.

[0005] The frame may comprise a second guide rail spaced apart from the first guide rail.

[0006] The first support may be disposed at a location between the first guide rail and the second guide rail.

[0007] In use, the first object may be connected to the first guide rail, the second guide rail and the first support.

[0008] The first guide rail, the or a second guide rail and the first support may be disposed at least partially in the same plane as each other. The first guide rail, the or a second guide rail, and the first support may be disposed parallel to one another.

[0009] The first guide rail may be disposed towards a first end of the frame.

[0010] The or a second guide rail may be disposed towards a second end of the frame. The second end of the frame may be opposite the first end of the frame.

[0011] In implementations, one or more of the supports may have the form of a guide rail. For instance, the first support may have the form of a guide rail.

[0012] The frame may be referred to as a spine-wall.

[0013] The first guide rail, the second guide rail and the first support may be arranged to provide three connection points, the three connection points forming a triangular pattern. Accordingly, the first object may be stabilised relative to the frame, due to a structural triangulation provided by the triangular pattern.

[0014] The triangular pattern formed may form a fixed triangle that is unchanged as the first object is moved with respect to the frame.

[0015] Other ways of providing structural triangulation via a triangular pattern of connection points may be employed within the scope of the present disclosure. For instance, the frame may comprise a guide rail, a first support and a second support. The first support and the second support may be spaced apart from the guide rail in opposite directions from the guide rail. The guide rail may be a driven guide rail.

[0016] The frame may comprise one or more structural members. These members may be configured to provide the frame with strength and / or stability.

[0017] The first support may comprise a third guide rail. The first support may comprise an adjustable-length, tensioned support.

[0018] The frame may comprise a cable management apparatus. In implementations wherein the frame comprises one or more structural members, the one or more structural members may contain one or more apertures configured to allow cables to pass through them. The one or more structural members may be configured such that they have cables running through their interior dimensions.

[0019] The cable management apparatus may be configured such that, in use, a portion of any cables disposed at least partially within the frame remain within the frame during use.

[0020] The cable management apparatus may comprise a guide rail connector connected to the first guide rail or the second guide rail. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable director connected to the guide rail connector. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable sheath. In use, a cable may pass through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and / or into or adjacent the cable sheath. The cable sheath may be flexible at least in part.

[0021] The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable chain. The cable chain may protect a portion of a cable disposed at least partially within the frame. Any alternative means of protecting a cable during movement may also or alternatively be employed.

[0022] The first guide rail and / or the second guide rail and / or the first support may be motorised such that, in use, movement of the first object can be driven by the operation of at least one motorised mechanism.

[0023] The first guide rail and / or the second guide rail and / or the first support may be configured to actuate the movement of the first object relative to the frame. Such a guide rail and / or support may be termed a driven guide rail or a driven support.

[0024] At least one of the first guide rail and / or the second guide rail and / or the first support may be considered passive in that it / they may be configured to provide support and stability to the first object without participating in actuating the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

[0025] When at least one of the first guide rail and / or the second guide rail and / or the first support are driven, any of the first guide rail and / or the second guide rail and / or the first support that are not driven guides may be passive. A controller may be operably connected to the driven guide rail(s) and / or the driven support(s). A user interface which may be operably connected to the controller, wherein, in use, a user may interact with the user interface to move, e.g. translate, the first object with respect to the frame. The user interface may be attached to the frame. The user interface may be attached to the first object.

[0026] The first support may be disposed centrally between the first guide rail and the second guide rail. The frame may comprise a plurality of supports. In implementations, two or more supports may be disposed at locations between the first guide rail and the second guide rail.

[0027] The frame may comprise a third guide rail. The frame may comprise a fourth guide rail. The frame may comprise a second support, the second support being disposed at a location between the third guide rail and the fourth guide rail. The second support may be disposed centrally between the third guide rail and the fourth guide rail. The third guide rail may be disposed adjacent to the first guide rail. The fourth guide rail may be disposed adjacent to the second guide rail. The second support may be disposed adjacent to the first support The frame may, in use, permit a second object to be connected to the third guide rail, the fourth guide rail and the second support such that the second object is translatable with respect to the frame. The first object may be connected to the frame and extend away from the frame in a first direction. The second object may be connected to the frame and extend away from the frame in a second direction. The second direction may be opposite to the first direction.

[0028] A depth of the frame may not be altered by the inclusion of the third guide rail, the fourth guide rail, and the second support.

[0029] The cable management apparatus may comprise a guide rail connector connected to the third guide rail or the fourth guide rail. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable director connected to the guide rail connector. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable sheath connected at a first end to the cable director. In use, a cable may pass through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and / or into or adjacent the cable management assembly. The cable assembly may be flexible at least in part. The third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support may be motorised such that, in use, the second object can be translated by the operation of at least one motorised mechanism.

[0030] The third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support may be configured to actuate the movement of the first object relative to the frame. The third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support may be termed a driven guide rail or a driven support.

[0031] The third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support may be passive guides that are configured to provide support and stability to the first object without participating in actuating the movement of the first object.

[0032] When at least one of the third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support are driven guides, any of the third guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail and / or the second support that are not driven guides may be passive guides.

[0033] A controller may be operably connected to the driven guides. A user interface may be operably connected to the controller wherein, in use, a user may interact with the user interface to move, e.g. translate the second object with respect to the frame.

[0034] The frame may have a depth of up to 150 mm, up to 140 mm, up to 135 mm, up to 130 mm, up to 125 mm or up to 120mm.

[0035] The frame may have a depth of at least 25 mm, at least 50 mm or at least 75 mm.

[0036] A system may comprise a frame of the present disclosure and a bracket. The bracket may be configured to be connected to the first guide rail. The bracket may comprise a connector configured to engage with the first support.

[0037] The bracket may, in use, be movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame. The bracket may be movable with respect to the frame without the orientation of the bracket in space being altered. In an example implementation, the bracket may comprise a first connecting leg, a second connecting leg, and a cross support connected to the first connecting leg and the second connecting leg. The bracket may comprise a connector extending from the cross support. The bracket may be connected to the frame such that the first connecting leg is connected to the first guide rail, the second connecting leg is connected to the second guide rail and the connector is connected to the first support.

[0038] In an example implementation, the system may further comprise a second bracket when the frame comprises a third guide rail, a fourth guide rail and a second support, the second support being disposed at a location between the third guide rail and the fourth guide rail. The second bracket may comprise a first connecting leg, a second connecting leg, and a cross support connected to the first connecting leg and the second connecting leg. The second bracket may comprise a connector extending from the cross support. The second bracket may be connected to the frame such that the first connecting leg is connected to the third guide rail, the second connecting leg is connected to the fourth guide rail and the connector is connected to the second support. The bracket may, in use, be translatable with respect to the frame.

[0039] One or more of the brackets may comprise a support arm connected to one or more of the connecting legs. For example, the first bracket may further comprise a first support arm connected to the first connecting leg of the first bracket and a second support arm connected to the second connecting leg of the first bracket. The first object may comprise a first platform, e.g. a desk.

[0040] The first object may be connected to the support arm(s) of the one or more of the brackets.

[0041] For example, the first object may be connected to the first support arm of the first bracket and to the second support arm of the first bracket. If the system comprises a second bracket, the second bracket may further comprise a first support arm connected to the first connecting leg of the second bracket and a second support arm connected to the second connecting leg of the second bracket. A second object, e.g. a second platform such as a desk, may be connected to the first support arm of the second bracket and to the second support arm of the second bracket. The system thus described may provide a single height adjustable desk in the case where the adjustable platform comprises only a first bracket and the movement, e.g. translation, of the first bracket is in a direction having a vertical component. The system thus described may provide a pair of opposed height adjustable desks in the case where the adjustable platform comprises a first bracket and a second bracket and the movements, e.g. translations, of the first bracket and the second bracket are each in a direction having a vertical component.

[0042] The adjustable height desk may have a height that is adjustable such that it can be configured to be used by a user while sitting or standing. For instance, the adjustable height desk may have a height that is adjustable between heights of 680 mm and 1180 mm above the floor in use.

[0043] A second aspect provides a frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a first guide rail; and a second guide rail; wherein, in use, a first object connected to the first guide rail is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame; wherein, in use, a second object connected to the second guide rail is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame; wherein, in use, the first object is connected to the frame such that the first object extends away from the frame in a first direction and the second object is connected to the frame such that the second object extends away from the frame in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

[0044] The first guide rail and the second guide rail may be disposed at least partially in the same plane as each other.

[0045] The first guide rail and the second guide rail may be disposed parallel to one another.

[0046] The first guide rail and the second guide rail may be disposed adjacent to one another.

[0047] The frame may comprise one or more structural members. These members may be configured to provide the frame with strength and / or stability. The frame may comprise a cable management apparatus. In implementations wherein the frame comprises one or more structural members, the one or more structural members may contain one or more apertures configured to allow cables to pass through them. The one or more structural members may be configured such that they have cables running through their interior dimensions.

[0048] The cable management apparatus may be configured such that, in use, a portion of any cables disposed at least partially within the frame remain within the frame for all positions of the object.

[0049] The cable management apparatus may comprise a guide rail connector connected to the first guide rail or the second guide rail. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable director connected to the guide rail connector. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable sheath connected at a first end to the cable director. In use, a cable may pass through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and into the cable sheath.

[0050] The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable chain.

[0051] The first guide rail may be operably connected to a motor such that the motor actuates the movement of the first object.

[0052] The second guide rail may be operably connected to a motor such that the motor actuates the movement of the second object.

[0053] A controller may be operably connected to the first guide rail. A user interface may be operably connected to the controller, wherein, in use, a user may interact with the user interface to move the first object with respect to the frame.

[0054] A controller may be operably connected to the second guide rail. A user interface may be operably connected to the controller, wherein, in use, a user may interact with the user interface to move the second object with respect to the frame. The frame may comprise a third guide rail and a fourth guide rail. The third guide rail may be configured to, in use, connect to the first object. The fourth guide rail may be configured to, in use, connect to the second object.

[0055] The first guide rail, the second guide rail, the third guide rail, and the fourth guide rail may be disposed at least partially in the same plane as each other.

[0056] The first guide rail, the second guide rail, the third guide rail, and the fourth guide rail may be disposed parallel to one another.

[0057] The first guide rail and the second guide rail may be disposed adjacent to one another.

[0058] The third guide rail and the fourth guide rail may be disposed adjacent to one another.

[0059] The first guide rail and / or the third guide rail may be driven guide rails that are configured to actuate, in use, the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

[0060] When only one of the first guide rail and the third guide rail is a driven guide rail, the other of the first guide rail and the third guide rail may be a passive guide rail that is configured to provide, in use, support and stability to the first object without participating in actuating the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

[0061] The second guide rail and / or the fourth guide rail may be driven guide rails that are configured to actuate, in use, the movement of the second object relative to the frame.

[0062] When only one of the second guide rail and the fourth guide rail is a driven guide rail, the other of the second guide rail and the fourth guide rail may be a passive guide rail that is configured to provide, in use, support and stability to the second object without participating in actuating the movement of the second object relative to the frame.

[0063] In implementations, a motor may be operably connected to any driven guide rails connected to the first object such that the motor drives the movement of the first object relative to the frame. In implementation, a motor may be operably connected to any driven guide rails connected to the second object such that the motor drives the movement of the second object relative to the frame.

[0064] A controller may be operably connected to the motor connected to the driven guide rail(s) connected to the first object. A user interface may be operably connected to the controller. A user may interact with the user interface to move the first object with respect to the frame.

[0065] A controller may be operably connected to the motor connected to the driven guide rail(s) connected to the second object. A user interface may be operably connected to the controller. A user may interact with the user interface to move the second object with respect to the frame.

[0066] The cable management apparatus may comprise a guide rail connector connected to the third guide rail or the fourth guide rail. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable director connected to the guide rail connector. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable management assembly connected at a first end to the cable director and at a second end to a portion of the frame. In use, a cable may pass through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and into the cable management assembly.

[0067] The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable chain. The cable chain may protect a portion of any cables disposed at least partially within the frame. Any alternative means of protecting a cable during movement may also or alternatively be employed.

[0068] The frame may comprise a first support that is configured to be connected to the first object or to the second object.

[0069] The frame may have a depth of up to 150mm, or up to 140mm, or up to 135mm, or up to 130mm, or up to 127mm, or up to 125mm, or up to 124mm, or up to 123mm, or up to 122mm, or up to 121mm, or up to 120mm.

[0070] The frame may have a depth of at least 25 mm, at least 50 mm or at least 75 mm. A system may comprise a frame of the present disclosure and a first bracket. The first bracket may comprise a first connecting leg, a second connecting leg, and a cross support connected to the first connecting leg and the second connecting leg. The first bracket may comprise a connector extending from the cross support when the frame comprises a first support. The first bracket may be connected to the frame such that the first connecting leg is connected to the first guide rail, the second connecting leg is connected to the third guide rail. The first bracket may, in use, be movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame.

[0071] A system may comprise a second bracket when the frame. The second bracket may comprise a first connecting leg, a second connecting leg, and a cross support connected to the first connecting leg and the second connecting leg. The second bracket may be connected to the frame such that the first connecting leg is connected to the second guide rail and the second connecting leg is connected to the fourth guide rail. The bracket may, in use, be movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame..

[0072] The first object may comprise a first platform, e.g. a first desk. The first object may be connected to the first bracket.

[0073] When the system comprises a first bracket and a second bracket, a first object may be connected to the first bracket and a second object may be connected to the second bracket.

[0074] The first bracket may comprise a first support arm connected to the first connecting leg and a second support arm connected to the second connecting leg. The first object may be connected to the first support arm and to the second support arm. If the system comprises a second bracket, the second bracket may further comprise a first support arm connected to the first connecting leg and a second support arm connected to the second connecting leg. The second object may be connected to the first support arm of the second bracket and to the second support arm of the second bracket.

[0075] The system thus described may form a single height adjustable desk in the case where the adjustable platform comprises only a first bracket and the movement of the first object relative to the frame is in a direction comprising a vertical component. The system thus described may form a pair of opposed height adjustable desks in the case where the system comprises a first bracket and a second bracket and the movements of the first object and the second object are each in a direction comprising a vertical component.

[0076] The system, e.g. the adjustable height desk, may have a height that is adjustable such that it can be configured to be used by a user while sitting or standing. For instance, the system, e.g. the adjustable height desk, may have a height that is adjustable between heights of 680 mm and 1180 mm above the floor in use.

[0077] A third aspect provides a frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a guide rail connector connected to a guide rail; a cable director connected to the guide rail connector; and a cable management apparatus comprising a cable management assembly connected at a first end to the cable director; wherein, in use, a cable passes through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and into the cable management assembly.

[0078] The cable management apparatus and / or the cable management assembly may be configured such that, in use, it is disposed within the dimensions of the frame and always remains within the dimensions of the frame.

[0079] The cable management assembly may comprise a sheath. The cable management apparatus may comprise a cable chain. The cable management assembly may comprise a means of protecting, in use, a cable that runs through it.

[0080] The guide rail connector may comprise one or more channels configured to, in use, direct a cable. The cable director may comprise one or more channels configured to, in use, direct a cable. The cable sheath may comprise one or more channels configured to, in use, direct a cable.

[0081] The frame may comprise one or more apertures configured to receive, in use, a cable extending from the second end of the cable management assembly. Multiple cable management apparatuses according to the present disclosure may be incorporated into a single frame of the present disclosure. For example, a frame of the present disclosure may comprise a cable management apparatus for each guide rail comprised in the frame.

[0082] The frame may be any frame within the scope of the present disclosure.

[0083] The frame may be part of any system within the scope of the present disclosure.

[0084] The person skilled in the art will appreciate that except where mutually exclusive, a feature described in relation to any one of the above aspects may be applied mutatis mutandis to any other aspect. Furthermore, except where mutually exclusive any feature described herein may be applied to any aspect and / or combined with any other feature described herein.

[0085] Examples are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1 is a front elevation of a frame for an adjustable height system;

[0086] Figure 2 is a perspective view of the of the frame of Figure 1;

[0087] Figure 3 is a perspective view of another example of a frame for an adjustable height system;

[0088] Figure 4 is a perspective view of another example of a frame for an adjustable height system;

[0089] Figure 5 shows a close-up perspective view of a portion another example of a frame for an adjustable height system;

[0090] Figure 6 shows a perspective view of an example of a bracket configured to attach to a frame of the present disclosure in use;

[0091] Figure 7 shows the bracket of Figure 6 connected to the frame of Figure 1 and Figure 2;

[0092] Figure 8 shows a platform connected to the bracket of Figure 7;

[0093] Figure 9 shows two brackets of the kind shown Figure 6 connected to the frame 400 of Figure 4;

[0094] Figure 10 shows a pair of adjustable height platforms connected to the system shown in Figure 9;

[0095] Figure 11 shows the system of figure 10 with cladding applied to the frame; Figure 12 shows an example of an office space comprising a plurality of adjustable height desks according to the present disclosure;

[0096] Figure 13 shows two adjustable height desks according to the present disclosure;

[0097] Figure 14 shows two pairs of adjustable height desks according to the present disclosure disposed adjacent to one another;

[0098] Figure 15 shows another office space comprising an adjustable height desk;

[0099] Figure 16 shows an example of a connector that may be connected to a bracket and to a frame; and

[0100] Figure 17 shows another example of a frame for an adjustable height system.

[0101] Figure 1 is a front elevation of a frame 100 for an adjustable height system. Figure 2 is a perspective view of the frame 100.

[0102] The frame 100 comprises a first guide rail 101 and a second guide rail 103. The first guide rail 101 has a first guide rail groove 102 extending a distance therealong. The second guide rail 103 has a second guide rail groove 104 extending a distance therealong.

[0103] The first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 are arranged such that they are parallel to one another and in the same plane.

[0104] The frame 100 comprises a third guide rail 105. The third guide rail 105 has a third guide rail groove 106 extending a distance therealong.

[0105] The third guide rail 105 is arranged such that it is parallel to the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 and in the same plane.

[0106] The frame 100 also comprises a plurality of structural members. The person skilled in the art will appreciate that a variety of designs can be chosen to aid the structural integrity of the frame. The examples depicted in the figures are but a few examples and are not intended to be limiting.

[0107] The frame 100 comprises a first base member 107 and a second base member 108. The first base member 107 and the second base member 108 are arranged such that, in use, a lower surface of the first base member 107 and a lower surface of the second base member 108 are the only parts of the frame 100 that contact, in use, a floor on which the frame 100 is disposed.

[0108] The first guide rail 101 is disposed within the frame 100 such that a bottom end of the first guide rail 101 connects to an upper surface of the first base member 107 at an intermediate point along a length of the first base member 107.

[0109] The second guide rail 103 is disposed within the frame such that a bottom end of the second guide rail 103 connects to an upper surface of the second base member 108 at an intermediate point along a length of the second base member 108.

[0110] The frame 100 also comprises a first side member 109 and a second side member 110. The first side member 109 and the second side member 110 are arranged substantially perpendicular to the first base member 107 and the second base member 108.

[0111] The first side member 109 is connected at a bottom end to the upper surface of the first base member 107. The second side member 110 is connected at a bottom end to the upper surface of the second base member 108.

[0112] The first side member 109 substantially defines a first side of the frame 100. The second side member 110 substantially defines a second side of the frame 100. The first side member 109 and the second side member 110 are of substantially the same dimensions. The first side member 109 and the second side member 110 are arranged such that they are substantially parallel to one another and to the first guide rail 101 and to the second guide rail 103.

[0113] The frame 100 also comprises a top member 111 which is arranged parallel to the first base member 107 and the second base member 108. The top member 111 is connected to an upper end of the first side member 109 and to an upper end of the second side member 110 such that it defines a top edge of the frame 100.

[0114] The third guide rail 105 is connected at a top end to a bottom surface of the top member 111. The third guide rail 105 is disposed between the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 in the frame 100. The frame 100 further comprises a first upper support 112, which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first side member 109, at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105, and at a point along a bottom surface it connects to a top end of the first guide rail 101.

[0115] The frame 100 further comprises a second upper support 113, which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second side member 110, at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105, and at a point along a bottom surface it connects to a top end of the second guide rail 103.

[0116] The first upper support 112 and the second upper support 113 are substantially parallel to the top member 111.

[0117] The frame 100 further comprises a first vertical support 114 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a bottom end it connects to an upper surface of the first base member 107 and at a top end it connects to the bottom surface of the first upper support 112.

[0118] The frame 100 further comprises a second vertical support 115 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a bottom end it connects to an upper surface of the second base member 108 and at a top end it connects to the bottom surface of the second upper support 113.

[0119] The first vertical support 114 and the second vertical support 115 are substantially parallel to the first side member 109 and the second side member 110.

[0120] The frame 100 further comprises a first intermediate support 116 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first vertical support 114 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105.

[0121] The frame 100 further comprises a second intermediate support 117 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second vertical support 115 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105. The first intermediate support 116 and the second intermediate support 117 are substantially parallel to the top member 111.

[0122] The frame 100 further comprises a first lower support 118 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first vertical support

[0123] 114 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105.

[0124] The frame 100 further comprises a second lower support 119 which is disposed in the frame 100 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second vertical support

[0125] 115 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 105.

[0126] The first lower support 118 and the second lower support 119 are substantially parallel to the top member 111.

[0127] The first lower support 118 is disposed in the frame such that a distance between the first upper support 112 and the first intermediate support 116 is smaller than a distance between the first upper support 112 and the first lower support 118.

[0128] The second lower support 119 is disposed in the frame such that a distance between the second upper support 113 and the second intermediate support 117 is smaller than a distance between the second upper support 113 and the second lower support 119.

[0129] A first guide rail compartment 120 is defined by the first guide rail 101, the first side member 109, the first base member 107, and the first upper support 112.

[0130] A second guide rail compartment 121 is defined by the first guide rail 101, the first vertical support 114, the first base member 107, and the first upper support 112.

[0131] A third guide rail compartment 122 is defined by the second guide rail 103, the second side member 110, the second base member 108, and the second upper support 113.

[0132] A fourth guide rail compartment 123 is defined by the second guide rail 103, the second vertical support 115, the second base member 108, and the second upper support 113. At least one, e.g. all, of the structural members of the frame depicted in the example shown in Figure 1 may be substantially cuboidal.

[0133] In use, an object is coupled to the first guide rail 102, the second guide rail 103, and the third guide rail 105. The object may then change its position in a direction parallel to the side of the frame 100, i.e., the object may then be translated up or down. The orientation of the object in space is preserved during the translation, i.e., the object is restricted to having a single degree of freedom.

[0134] The structural members of the frame 100 as described above may give the frame 100 stability and strength.

[0135] The structural members of the frame may be formed from any suitable material, for example, steel, any metal alloy, plastic, wood, etc. The structural members of the frame may be comprised of a mixture of different materials.

[0136] The structural members of the frame may comprise one or more channels and / or apertures configured to allow, in use, a cable to pass through and / or along them.

[0137] In some implementations, one or more of the structural members of the frame may be formed from shapes other than cuboids, for example cylinders. The structural members of the frame be comprised of a mixture of different shapes.

[0138] The structural members may also be arranged such that they lower the centre of mass of the frame 100, thereby increasing its resistance to toppling. This may be accomplished by having members of the frame 100 that are disposed closer to the first base member 107 and the second base member 108 comprise a higher mass than those members of the frame 100 that are nearer to the top member 111. In implementations, the centre of mass of the frame may be located at a height less than half the height of the frame, e.g. at a height less than 40% of the height of the frame.

[0139] In use, the frame 100 may be free-standing on a floor or it may be secured to the floor. The first base member 107 and / or the second base member 108 may be adapted to be secured, in use, to the floor. The frame 100 may be connected to a wall or at least partially embedded within a wall. The frame 100 may be at least partially embedded within a plasterboard wall.

[0140] The first guide rail 101 and / or the second guide rail 103 and / or the third guide rail 105 may be operably connected to a motor operable to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103, and the third guide rail 105.

[0141] The first guide rail 101 and / or the second guide rail 103 and / or the third guide rail 105 may comprise a telescopic assembly configured to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105.

[0142] The first guide rail 101 and / or the second guide rail 103 and / or the third guide rail 105 may comprise a manual mechanism for adjusting the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105.

[0143] The first guide rail 101 and / or the second guide rail 103 and / or the third guide rail 105 may comprise cushioned rollers and / or sliders disposed within the first guide rail groove 102, the second guide rail groove 104 and the third guide rail groove 106 respectively.

[0144] In some implementations, the third guide rail 105 may have a form other than a guide rail. For example, the third guide rail 105 may instead be replaced by an adjustable- length, tensioned support that continuously applies an upwards pulling force on an object connected to it, thereby fulfilling its purpose as a support for an object connected to it and translatable with respect to the frame.

[0145] A guide rail or a support that is configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 100 may be called a =driven guide rail or a driven support. A guide rail or a support that is not configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 100 may be called a passive guide rail or a passive support.

[0146] The passive guide rail(s) or support(s) may serve the function of offering support and stability to an object connected to the frame 100 without participating in actuating the movement of the object. The driven guide rails may serve the function of actuating the movement of the object connected to the frame 100.

[0147] In some implementations, the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 may be driven guide rails and the third guide rail 105 may be a passive guide rail.

[0148] In some implementations, the third guide rail 105 may be a driven guide rail and the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 may be passive guide rails.

[0149] In some implementations, any of the first guide rail 101 and / or the second guide rail 103 and / or the third guide rail 105 may be passive or active guide rails.

[0150] In some implementations, a user interface may be present, by which a user may adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105. When at least one of the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105 are motorised, the user interface may comprise one or more electronic actuators, e.g. buttons, configured to adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105, in use.

[0151] When at least one of the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105 are motorised, a controller may be configured to receive input from a user interface for controlling the height of an object connected to the frame, in use, and may interpret said input and cause the at least one motorised guide rail to adjust the height of the object.

[0152] The arrangement of the structural members is only one example of the present disclosure. The person skilled in the art appreciates that a plethora of different structural members / designs could be employed to obtain the same or a similar effect as the example presently discussed.

[0153] Figure 3 is a perspective view of another example of a frame 300 for an adjustable height system. The frame 300 comprises a first guide rail 301 and a second guide rail 303. The first guide rail 301 comprises a first guide rail groove 302 extending a distance therealong. The second guide rail 303 comprises a second guide rail groove 304 extending a distance therealong.

[0154] The first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 are substantially parallel to one another and in the same plane.

[0155] The first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 together form a first guide rail pair.

[0156] The frame 300 further comprises a third guide rail 305 and a fourth guide rail 306. The third guide rail 305 comprises a third guide rail groove (not shown) extending a distance therealong. The fourth guide rail 306 comprises a fourth guide rail groove (not shown) extending a distance therealong.

[0157] The third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306 are substantially parallel to one another and to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303.

[0158] The third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306 together form a second guide rail pair.

[0159] The third guide rail 305 is disposed adjacent to the first guide rail 301 in the frame 300. The fourth guide rail 306 is disposed adjacent to the second guide rail 303.

[0160] The first guide rail pair is oriented such that the first guide rail groove 302 and the second guide rail groove 304 face a first direction.

[0161] The second guide rail pair is oriented such that the third guide rail groove and the fourth guide rail groove face a second direction, said second direction being such that it is opposite to the first direction.

[0162] A distance between the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 is substantially the same as a distance between the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306. The frame 300 further comprises a plurality of structural members. The person skilled in the art will appreciate that a variety of designs can be chosen to aid the structural integrity of the frame. The examples depicted in the figures are but a few examples and are not intended to be limiting.

[0163] The frame 300 comprises a first base member 307 and a second base member 308. A bottom surface of the first base member 307 and a bottom surface of the second base member 308 each partially define a bottom edge of the frame. In use, the bottom surface of the first base member 307 and the bottom surface of the second base member 308 contact a floor on which the frame 300 is disposed.

[0164] A bottom end of the first guide rail 301 is connected to an upper surface of the first base member 307. A bottom end of the third guide rail 305 is connected to the upper surface of the first base member 307.

[0165] A bottom end of the second guide rail 303 is connected to an upper surface of the second base member 308. A bottom end of the fourth guide rail 306 is connected to the upper surface of the second base member 308.

[0166] The first base member 307 and the second base member 308 are substantially perpendicular to the first guide rail 301, the second guide rail 303, the third guide rail 305, and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0167] The frame 300 further comprises a first side member 309 which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a bottom end of the first side member 309 is connected to the upper surface of the first base member 307 and the third guide rail 305 is disposed between the first side member 309 and the first guide rail 301.

[0168] The first side member 309 substantially defines a first side of the frame 300. The first side member 309 is substantially perpendicular to the first base member 307.

[0169] The frame 300 further comprises a second side member 310 which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a bottom end of the second side member 310 is connected to the upper surface of the second base member 308 and the second guide rail 303 is disposed between the second side member 310 and the fourth guide rail 306. The second side member 310 substantially defines a second side of the frame 300. The second side member 310 is substantially parallel to the first side member 309.

[0170] The frame 300 further comprises a top member 311 which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a bottom surface of the top member 311 is connected to an upper end of the first side member 309 and to an upper end of the second side member 310.

[0171] The top member 311 substantially defines a top edge of the frame 300.

[0172] The top member 311 is substantially parallel to the first base member 307 and the second base member 308.

[0173] The frame 300 further comprises a first vertical support 313 which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a bottom end of the first vertical support 313 is connected to the upper surface of the first base member 307.

[0174] The first vertical support 313 is substantially parallel to the first guide rail 301. The first vertical support 313 is substantially the same length as the first guide rail 301. The first guide rail 301 and the third guide rail 305 are disposed between the first vertical support 313 and the first side member 309.

[0175] The frame 300 further comprises a second vertical support 314 which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a bottom end of the second vertical support 314 is connected to the upper surface of the second base member 308. The second vertical support 314 is disposed in the frame such that it is between the first vertical support 313 and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0176] The second vertical support 314 is substantially parallel to the second guide rail 303. The first vertical support 313 is substantially the same length as the second guide rail 303. The second guide rail 303 and the fourth guide rail 306 are disposed between the second vertical support 314 and the second side member 310.

[0177] The frame 300 further comprises an upper support 312, which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a first end of the upper support 312 is connected to a surface of the first side member 309 and a second end of the upper support 312 is connected to a surface of the second side member 310. A bottom surface of the upper support 312 is connected at points along its length to a top end of the first guide rail 301, a top end of the second guide rail 303, a top end of the third guide rail 305, a top end of the fourth guide rail 306, a top end of the first vertical support 313 and a top end of the second vertical support 314.

[0178] The upper support 312 is substantially parallel to the top member 311.

[0179] The frame 300 further comprises an intermediate support 315, which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a first end of the intermediate support 315 is connected to a first surface of the first vertical support 313 and a second end of the intermediate support 315 is connected to a first surface of the second vertical support 314.

[0180] The intermediate support 315 is substantially parallel to the top member 311.

[0181] The frame 300 further comprises a lower support 316, which is disposed in the frame 300 such that a first end of the lower support 316 is connected to the first surface of the first vertical support 313 and a second end of the lower support 316 is connected to the first surface of the second vertical support 314.

[0182] The lower support 316 is substantially parallel to the top member 311.

[0183] The lower support 316 is disposed in the frame 300 such that a distance between the upper support 312 and the intermediate support 315 is smaller than a distance between the upper support 312 and the lower support 316.

[0184] A first guide rail compartment 317 is defined by the first base member 307, the first guide rail 301, the first vertical support 313, and the upper support 312.

[0185] A third guide rail compartment 318 is defined by the first base member 307, the third guide rail 305, the first side member 309, and the upper support 312.

[0186] A second guide rail compartment 319 is defined by the second base member 308, the second guide rail 303, the second side member 310, and the upper support 312. A fourth guide rail compartment 320 is defined by the second base member 308, the fourth guide rail 306, the second vertical support 314, and the upper support 312.

[0187] At least one, e.g. all, of the structural members in the example shown in Figure 3 may be substantially cuboidal.

[0188] In use, a first object is connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 such that it extends away from the first guide rail pair in the first direction. The first object may, by virtue of this connection, experience translatory motion in a direction parallel to the first side of the frame 300 without the orientation of the first object in space being altered.

[0189] A second object is connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306 such that it extends away from the second guide rail pair in the second direction. The second object may, by virtue of this connection, experience translatory motion in a direction parallel to the first side of the frame 300 without the orientation of the second object in space being altered.

[0190] The frame 300 allows the first guide rail pair and the second guide rail pair to be disposed adjacent to one another without altering the overall dimensions of the frame 300 as compared to the situation wherein the frame 300 only comprises a single guide rail pair. Such an arrangement may allows a depth of the frame 300 to be reduced. The frame 300 may be relatively thin compared with a frame, in which the first guide rail pair and the second guide rail pair are not disposed adjacent to one another.

[0191] The structural members of the frame 300 as described above may give the frame 300 stability and / or strength.

[0192] The structural members of the frame may be formed from any suitable material, for example, steel, any metal alloy, plastic, wood, etc.

[0193] In other embodiments, the structural members of the frame may be formed from shapes other than rectangular cuboids, for example cylinders. The structural members of the frame may be comprised of a mixture of different materials. The structural members of the frame may comprise one or more channels and / or apertures configured to allow, in use, a cable to pass through and / or along them.

[0194] The structural members may also be arranged such that they lower the centre of mass of the frame 300, thereby increasing its resistance to toppling. This may be accomplished by having members of the frame 300 that are disposed closer to the first base member 307 and the second base member 308 comprise a higher mass than those members of the frame 300 that are nearer to the top member 311. In implementations, the centre of mass of the frame may be located at a height less than half the height of the frame, e.g. at a height less than 40% of the height of the frame.

[0195] In use, the frame 300 may be free-standing on a floor or it may be secured to the floor. The first base member 307 and / or the second base member 308 may be adapted to be secured, in use, to the floor.

[0196] The first guide rail 301 and / or the second guide rail 303 may be operably connected to a motor operable to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303.

[0197] The third guide rail 305 and / or the fourth guide rail 306 may be operably connected to a motor operable to change the height of an object connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0198] The first guide rail 301 and / or the second guide rail 303 may comprise a telescopic assembly configured to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303.

[0199] The third guide rail 305 and / or the fourth guide rail 306 may comprise a telescopic assembly configured to change the height of an object connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0200] The first guide rail 301 and / or the second guide rail 303 may comprise a manual mechanism for adjusting the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303. The third guide rail 305 and / or the fourth guide rail 306 may comprise a manual mechanism for adjusting the height of an object connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0201] The first guide rail 301 and / or the second guide rail 303 may comprise cushioned rollers and / or sliders disposed within the first guide rail groove 302 and the second guide rail groove 304 respectively.

[0202] The third guide rail 305 and / or the fourth guide rail 306 may comprise cushioned rollers and / or sliders disposed within the third guide rail groove and the fourth guide rail groove respectively.

[0203] A guide rail or a support that is configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 300 may be called a driven guide rail or a driven support. A guide rail or a support that is not configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 300 may be called a passive guide rail or a passive support.

[0204] The or each passive guide rail may serve the function of offering support and stability to an object connected to the frame 300 without participating in actuating the movement of the object. The or each driven guide rails may serve the function of actuating the movement of the object connected to the frame 300.

[0205] In some implementations, the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 may both be driven guide rails.

[0206] In some implementations, only one of the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 may be a driven guide rail and the other may be a passive guide rail.

[0207] In some implementations, a user interface may be present, by which a user may adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303. When at least one of the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 are motorised, the user interface may comprise one or more electronic actuators, e.g. buttons, configured to adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303. In some implementations, a user interface may be present, by which a user may adjust the height of an object connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306. When at least one of the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306 are motorised, the user interface may comprise one or more electronic actuators, e.g. buttons, configured to adjust the height of an object connected to the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306.

[0208] When at least one of the first guide rail 301 and the second guide rail 303 are motorised, a controller may be configured to receive input from the or a user interface for controlling the height of an object connected to the frame, in use, and may interpret said input and cause the at least one motorised guide rail to adjust the height of the object.

[0209] When at least one of the third guide rail 305 and the fourth guide rail 306 are motorised, a controller may be configured to receive input from the or a user interface for controlling the height of an object connected to the frame, in use, and may interpret said input and cause the at least one motorised guide rail to adjust the height of the object.

[0210] The arrangement of the structural members is only one example of the present disclosure. The person skilled in the art appreciates that a plethora of different structural members / designs could be employed to obtain the same or a similar effect as the example presently discussed.

[0211] Figure 4 is a perspective view of another example of a frame 400 for an adjustable height system.

[0212] The frame 400 comprises a first guide rail 401 and a second guide rail 403. The first guide rail 401 has a first guide rail groove 402 extending therealong. The second guide rail 403 has a second guide rail groove 404 extending therealong.

[0213] The first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 are arranged such that they are substantially parallel to one another.

[0214] The frame 400 comprises a third guide rail 405. The third guide rail 405 has a third guide rail groove 406 extending therealong. The third guide rail 405 is arranged such that it is parallel to the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403.

[0215] The first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403, and the third guide rail 405 together form a first guide rail set.

[0216] The frame 400 further comprises a fourth guide rail 407 and a fifth guide rail 408. The fourth guide rail 407 has a fourth guide rail groove (not shown) extending a distance therealong. The fifth guide rail 408 has a fifth guide rail groove (not shown) extending a distance therealong.

[0217] The fourth guide rail 407 and the fifth guide rail 408 are arranged such that they are substantially parallel to one another.

[0218] The frame 400 comprises a sixth guide rail 409. The sixth guide rail 409 has a sixth guide rail groove (not shown) extending therealong.

[0219] The sixth guide rail 409 is arranged such that it is parallel to the fourth guide rail 407 and the fifth guide rail 408.

[0220] The fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408, and the sixth guide rail 409 together form a second guide rail set.

[0221] The fourth guide rail 407 is disposed adjacent to the first guide rail 401 in the frame 400. The fifth guide rail 408 is disposed adjacent to the second guide rail 403.

[0222] The first guide rail pair is oriented such that the first guide rail groove 402, the second guide rail groove 404, and the third guide rail groove 406 face a first direction.

[0223] The second guide rail pair is oriented such that the fourth guide rail groove, the fifth guide rail groove, and the sixth guide rail groove face a second direction, said second direction being opposite to the first direction.

[0224] The sixth guide rail 409 is disposed adjacent to the third guide rail 405. A distance between the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 is substantially the same as a distance between the fourth guide rail 407 and the fifth guide rail 408.

[0225] The frame 400 further comprises a plurality of structural members. The person skilled in the art will appreciate that a variety of designs can be chosen to aid the structural integrity of the frame. The examples depicted in the figures are but a few examples and are not intended to be limiting.

[0226] The frame 400 comprises a first base member 410 and a second base member 411. A bottom surface of the first base member 410 and a bottom surface of the second base member 411 each partially define a bottom edge of the frame 400. The first base member 410 and the second base member 411 are arranged such that, in use, the lower surface of the first base member 410 and the lower surface of the second base member 411 contact a floor on which the frame 400 is disposed.

[0227] A bottom end of the first guide rail 401 is connected to an upper surface of the first base member 410. A bottom end of the fourth guide rail 407 is connected to the upper surface of the first base member 410.

[0228] A bottom end of the second guide rail 403 is connected to an upper surface of the second base member 411. A bottom end of the fifth guide rail 408 is connected to the upper surface of the second base member 411.

[0229] The frame 400 further comprises a first side member 412, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that a bottom end of the first side member 412 is connected to the upper surface of the first base member 410 and the fourth guide rail 407 is disposed between the first side member 412 and the first guide rail 401.

[0230] The first side member 412 substantially defines a first side of the frame 400. The first side member 412 is substantially perpendicular to the first base member 410.

[0231] The frame 400 further comprises a second side member 413, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that a bottom end of the second side member 413 is connected to the upper surface of the second base member 411 and the second guide rail 403 is disposed between the second side member 413 and the fifth guide rail 408. The second side member 413 substantially defines a second side of the frame 400. The second side member 413 is substantially parallel to the first side member 412.

[0232] The frame 400 further comprises a top member 414, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that a bottom surface of the top member 414 is connected to an upper end of the first side member 412 and to an upper end of the second side member 413.

[0233] The top member 414 substantially defines a top edge of the frame 400.

[0234] The top member 414 is substantially parallel to the first base member 410 and the second base member 411.

[0235] The third guide rail 405 is connected at a top end to the bottom surface of the top member 414. The third guide rail 405 is disposed between the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 in the frame 400.

[0236] The sixth guide rail 409 is connected at a top end to the bottom surface of the top member 414. The sixth guide rail 409 is disposed between the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 in the frame 400.

[0237] The frame 400 further comprises a first upper support 415 which is disposed in the frame such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first side member 412, at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409, and along a bottom surface it connects to a top end of the first guide rail 401 and to a top end of the fourth guide rail 407.

[0238] The frame 400 further comprises a second upper support 416 which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second side member 413, at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409, and along a bottom surface it connects to a top end of the second guide rail 403 and to a top end of the fifth guide rail 408.

[0239] The first upper support 415 and the second upper support 416 are substantially parallel to the top member 414. The frame 400 further comprises a first vertical support 421, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a bottom end it connects to the upper surface of the first base member 410 and at a top end it connects to the bottom surface of the first upper support 415.

[0240] The frame 400 further comprises a second vertical support 422, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a bottom end it connects to the upper surface of the second base member 411 and at a top end it connects to the bottom surface of the second upper support 416.

[0241] The first vertical support 421 and the second vertical support 422 are substantially parallel to the first side member 412 and the second side member 413. The first vertical support 421 and the second vertical support 422 are substantially the same length as the first guide rail 401.

[0242] The frame 400 further comprises a first intermediate support 417, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first vertical support 421 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409.

[0243] The frame 400 further comprises a second intermediate support 418, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second vertical support 422 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409.

[0244] The first intermediate support 417 and the second intermediate support 418 are substantially parallel to the top member 414.

[0245] The frame 400 further comprises a first lower support 419, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the first vertical support 421 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409. The frame 400 further comprises a second lower support 420, which is disposed in the frame 400 such that at a first end it connects to a surface of the second vertical support 422 and at a second end it connects to a surface of the third guide rail 405 and to a surface of the sixth guide rail 409.

[0246] The first lower support 419 and the second lower support 420 are substantially parallel to the top member 414.

[0247] The first lower support 419 is disposed in the frame 400 such that a distance between the first upper support 415 and the first intermediate support 417 is less than a distance between the first lower support 419 and the first upper support 415.

[0248] The second lower support 420 is disposed in the frame 400 such that a distance between the second upper support 416 and the second intermediate support 418 is less than a distance between the second lower support 420 and the second upper support 416.

[0249] A first guide rail compartment 423 is defined by the first base member 410, the first guide rail 401, the first vertical support 421, and the first upper support 415.

[0250] A third guide rail compartment 424 is defined by the first base member 410, the fourth guide rail 407, the first side member 412, and the first upper support 415.

[0251] A second guide rail compartment 425 is defined by the second base member 411, the second guide rail 403, the second side member 413, and the second upper support 416.

[0252] A fourth guide rail compartment 426 is defined by the second base member 411, the fifth guide rail 408, the second vertical support 422, and the second upper support 416.

[0253] One or more, e.g. all, of the structural members of the frame depicted in the example shown in Figure 4 may be substantially cuboidal.

[0254] In use, a first object may be connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405 such that it extends away from the first guide rail set in the first direction. The first object may, by virtue of this connection, experience translatory motion in a direction parallel to the first side of the frame 400 without the orientation of the first object in space being altered.

[0255] A second object may be connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408, and the sixth guide rail 409 such that it extends away from the second guide rail set in the second direction. The second object may, by virtue of this connection, experience translatory motion in a direction parallel to the first side of the frame 400 without the orientation of the first object in space being altered.

[0256] The frame 400 may allow a first guide rail set and a second guide rail set to be disposed adjacent to one another without altering the overall dimensions of the frame 400 as compared to the situation wherein the frame 400 only comprises a single guide rail pair. Such an arrangement may allow a depth of the frame 400 to be reduced. The frame 400 may be relatively thin compared with a frame, in which the first guide rail set and the second guide rail set are not disposed adjacent to one another.

[0257] The third guide rail 405 may have the effect of providing additional stability to the first guide rail set.

[0258] The sixth guide rail 409 may have the effect of providing additional stability to the second guide rail set.

[0259] The structural members of the frame 400 as described above may give the frame 400 stability and strength.

[0260] The structural members of the frame may be formed from any suitable material, for example, steel, any metal alloy, plastic, wood, etc. The structural members of the frame may be comprised of a mixture of different materials.

[0261] In implementations, one or more of the structural members may be formed from shapes other than cuboids, for example cylinders.

[0262] The structural members of the frame may comprise one or more channels and / or apertures configured to allow, in use, a cable to pass through and / or along them. The structural members may be arranged such that they lower the centre of mass of the frame 400, thereby increasing its resistance to toppling. This may be accomplished by having members of the frame 400 that are disposed closer to the first base member 410 and the second base member 411 comprise a higher mass than those members of the frame 400 that are nearer to the top member 414. In implementations, the centre of mass of the frame may be located at a height less than half the height of the frame, e.g. at a height less than 40% of the height of the frame.

[0263] In use, the frame 400 may be free-standing on a floor or it may be secured to the floor. The first base member and / or the second base member may be adapted to be secured, in use, to the floor.

[0264] The first guide rail 401 and / or the second guide rail 403 and / or the third guide rail 405 may be operably connected to a motor operable to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405.

[0265] The fourth guide rail 407 and / or the fifth guide rail 408 and / or the sixth guide rail 409 may be operably connected to a motor operable to change the height of an object connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409.

[0266] The first guide rail 401 and / or the second guide rail 403 and / or the third guide rail 405 may comprise a telescopic assembly configured to change the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405.

[0267] The fourth guide rail 407 and / or the fifth guide rail 408 and / or the sixth guide rail 409 may comprise a telescopic assembly configured to change the height of an object connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409.

[0268] The first guide rail 401 and / or the second guide rail 403 and / or the third guide rail 405 may comprise a manual mechanism for adjusting the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405. The fourth guide rail 407 and / or the fifth guide rail 408 and / or the sixth guide rail 409 may comprise a manual mechanism for adjusting the height of an object connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409.

[0269] The first guide rail 401 and / or the second guide rail 403 and / or the third guide rail 405 may comprise cushioned rollers and / or sliders disposed within the first guide rail groove 402, the second guide rail groove 404 and the third guide rail groove 406 respectively.

[0270] The fourth guide rail 407 and / or the fifth guide rail 408 and / or the sixth guide rail 409 may comprise cushioned rollers and / or sliders disposed within the fourth guide rail groove, the fifth guide rail groove and the sixth guide rail groove respectively.

[0271] In some implementations, the third guide rail 405 may have a form other than a guide rail. For example, the third guide rail 405 may instead be replaced by an adjustable- length tensioned support that continuously applies an upwards pulling force on an object connected to it, thereby fulfilling its purpose as a support for an object connected to it and translatable with respect to the frame.

[0272] In some implementations, the sixth guide rail 409 may have a form other than a guide rail. For example, the sixth guide rail 409 may instead be replaced by an adjustable- length tensioned support that continuously applies an upwards pulling force on an object connected to it, thereby fulfilling its purpose as a support for an object connected to it and translatable with respect to the frame.

[0273] A guide that is configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 400 may be called a driven guide rail. A guide rail that is not configured to actuate the movement of an object connected to the frame 400 may be called a passive guide rail.

[0274] The or each passive guide rail may serve the function of offering support and stability to an object connected to the frame 400 without participating in actuating the movement of the object. The or each driven guide rail may serve the function of actuating the movement of the object connected to the frame 400. In some implementations, the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 may be driven guide rails and the third guide rail 405 may be a passive guide rail.

[0275] In some implementations, the third guide rail 405 may be a driven guide rail and the first guide rail 401 and the second guide rail 403 may be passive guide rails.

[0276] In some implementations, any of the first guide rail 401 and / or the second guide rail 403 and / or the third guide rail 405 may be passive or active guide rails.

[0277] In some implementations, the fourth guide rail 407 and the fifth guide rail 408 may be driven guide rails and the sixth guide rail 409 may be a passive guide rail.

[0278] In some implementations, the sixth guide rail 409 may be a driven guide rail and the fourth guide rail 407 and the fifth guide rail 408 may be passive guide rails.

[0279] In some implementations, any of the fourth guide rail 407 and / or the fifth guide rail 408 and / or the sixth guide rail 409 may be passive or active guide rails.

[0280] In some implementations, a user interface may be present, by which a user may adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405. When at least one of the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405 are motorised, the user interface may comprise one or more electronic actuators, e.g. buttons, configured to adjust the height of an object connected to the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405, in use.

[0281] In some implementations, a user interface may be present, by which a user may adjust the height of an object connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409. When at least one of the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409 are motorised, the user interface may comprise one or more electronic actuators, e.g. buttons, configured to adjust the height of an object connected to the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409, in use. When at least one of the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405 are motorised, the frame may comprise a controller configured to receive input from a user interface for controlling the height of an object connected to the frame, in use, and may interpret said input and cause the at least one motorised guide rail to adjust the height of the object.

[0282] When at least one of the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409 are motorised, the frame may comprise a controller configured to receive input from a user interface for controlling the height of an object connected to the frame, in use, and may interpret said input and cause the at least one motorised guide rail to adjust the height of the object.

[0283] The arrangement of the structural members is only one example of the present disclosure. The person skilled in the art appreciates that a plethora of different structural members / designs could be employed to obtain the same or a similar effect as the example presently discussed.

[0284] Figure 5 shows a close-up perspective view of a portion of another example of a frame 500 for an adjustable height system. The frame 500 includes a cable management apparatus. The frame 500 may be any frame according to the present disclosure. For instance, the frame 500 may generally have the same, similar or corresponding features as the frame 100, the frame 300 or the frame 400.

[0285] The portion of the frame 500 shown in Figure 5 comprises a guide rail 501. The guide rail 501 comprises a guide rail groove 502 extending a distance therealong.

[0286] A base member 503 is disposed such that it is perpendicular to the guide rail 501. A bottom end of the guide rail 501 is connected to an upper surface of the base member 503. The base member 503 may define at least partially a bottom edge of the frame 500.

[0287] A side member 504 is parallel to the guide rail 501. A first end of the side member 504 is connected to the upper surface of the base member 503. An upper support 509 is parallel to the base member 503. A first end of the upper support 509 is connected to a surface of the side member 504. A top end of the guide rail 501 is connected to a lower surface of the upper support 509.

[0288] A guide rail connector 506 is disposed at least partially in the guide rail groove 502. The guide rail connector 506 protrudes from the guide rail groove 502 in a direction extending away from the guide rail 501. In use, the guide rail connector 506 is movable longitudinally within the guide rail groove 502.

[0289] The guide rail connector 506 is connected to a cable director 507. The cable director 507 extends away from the guide rail connector 506 in a direction towards the side member 504.

[0290] A guide rail compartment 510 is defined by the upper support 509, the base member 503, the guide rail 501 and the side member 504.

[0291] A cable assembly 508 is disposed within the guide rail compartment 510.

[0292] In use, the guide rail connector 506 moves along the guide rail groove 502, which causes movement of the cable director 507 and of the first end of the cable assembly 508. The second end of the cable assembly 508 remains fixed.

[0293] The purpose of the cable director 507 is to direct a cable towards the cable assembly 508. The cable assembly 508 directs the flexible cable between a first end of the cable assembly 508 and a second end of the cable assembly 508 towards the side member 504. The side member 504 may comprise one or more channels, compartments, and / or apertures for cables to pass through it for the purpose of cable management. The cable assembly 508 may comprise, or consist essentially of, at least a portion of the cable. The cable assembly 508 may be flexible at least in part. The cable may be flexible at least in part.

[0294] In this way, the cable may be guided from the guide rail connector 506 to the second end of the cable assembly 508 such that the cable assembly is disposed entirely within the dimensions of the frame and remains within the dimensions of the frame at all times during use. The cable is guided by the cable director 507 and the cable assembly 508 such that a portion of the cable beyond the cable director 507 in the direction of the cable assembly 508 is retained within the first compartment 510 when the guide rail connector 506 moves along the guide rail groove 502 for all positions of the guide rail connector 506 relative to the guide rail groove 502.

[0295] The cable director 507 may comprise one or more channels configured, in use, to direct one or more cables into the cable assembly 508.

[0296] The cable assembly 508 may comprise, for example, a cable chain enclosure, a plastic enclosure or a rubber enclosure or a mixture of different types of enclosures configured to enclose at least partially at least a portion of one or more cables. This may have the effect of safeguarding the one or more cables passing through the cable assembly 508.

[0297] Any of the guide rails and corresponding guide rail compartments described in this specification may include the cable management apparatus described in relation to Figure 5. For example, with reference to the example frame 100 illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2, any of the first guide rail compartment 120, the second guide rail compartment 121, the third guide rail compartment 122 and the fourth guide rail compartment 123 may have the cable management apparatus described in relation to Figure 5 disposed at least partially therein.

[0298] For example, with reference to the example frame 300 illustrated in Figure 3, any of the first guide rail compartment 317, the second guide rail compartment 318, the third guide rail compartment 319 and the fourth guide rail compartment 320 may have the cable management apparatus described in relation to Figure 5 disposed at least partially therein.

[0299] For example, with reference to the example frame 400 illustrated in Figure 4, any of the first guide rail compartment 423, the second guide rail compartment 424, the second guide rail compartment 425 and the fourth guide rail compartment 426 may have the cable management apparatus described in relation to Figure 5 disposed at least partially therein.

[0300] In implementations, more than one, e.g. two, cable management apparatuses as described in relation to Figure 5 may be housed at least partially within a given guide rail compartment. This may be the case with any of the example frames disclosed herein. For example, the frame 400 described in relation to Figure 4 may comprise a first cable management apparatus having a first guide rail connector disposed in the first guide rail groove 402. A second cable management apparatus having a second guide rail connector may be disposed in the fourth guide rail groove. A first cable director may be connected to the first guide rail connector. A second cable director may be connected to the second guide rail connector. A first cable assembly may be attached at a first end to the first guide rail connector and to the first vertical support 421 at a second end. A second cable assembly may be attached at a first end to the second guide rail connector and to the first vertical support 421 at a second end. In this manner, both the first cable management apparatus and the second cable management apparatus have their cable assemblies disposed at least partially in the first guide rail compartment 423.

[0301] The cable management apparatus may allow, in use, power and / or data cables to service a secondary termination point and conceal completely any external component.

[0302] Figure 6 shows a perspective view of a bracket 600 configured to attach to a frame of the present disclosure in use. For example, the bracket 600 may be attachable to the frame 100, the frame 300 or the frame 400.

[0303] The bracket 600 comprises a first connecting leg 601 and a second connecting leg 602. The first connecting leg 601 and the second connecting leg 602 are of substantially the same dimensions as each other and are disposed such that they are parallel to one another.

[0304] The bracket 600 comprises a first support arm 603. A bottom face of the first support arm 603 is connected to a top end of the first connecting leg 601 and extends away from the first connecting leg 601 in a first direction.

[0305] The bracket 600 comprises a second support arm 604. A bottom face of the second support arm 604 is connected to a top end of the second connecting leg 602 and extends away from the second connecting leg 602 in the first direction. The bracket 600 comprises a cross member 605. A first end of the cross member 605 is connected to a surface of the first connecting leg 601 and a second end of the cross member 605 is connected to a surface of the second connecting leg 602.

[0306] The cross member 605 is substantially perpendicular to both the first connecting leg 601 and the second connecting leg 602.

[0307] The bracket 600 comprises a central connector 606, which is disposed on a surface of the cross member 605 and extends away from the cross member 605 in a second direction, said second direction being opposite to the first direction. In the illustrated example, the central connector 606 is disposed at a mid-point along a length of the cross member 605.

[0308] In use, the bracket 600 is configured to connect to the guide rails of a frame of the present disclosure.

[0309] In some implementations, dependent upon the configuration of the frame to which the bracket is to be connected, the bracket may not comprise a central connector. The positioning of the connecting legs of the bracket may be different in some implementations. The person skilled in the art appreciates that the configuration of the bracket is intended to be complementary to the configuration of the frame with which it is intended to be used.

[0310] For instance, the configuration of the central connector 606 is dependent upon the configuration of the third guide rail of the frame to which the bracket 600 is to be connected. As discussed previously, a frame may comprise a third guide rail or it may instead comprise an alternative means of support, for example a tensioned support that applies a constant upwards pulling force on any object attached to it. The central connector 606 is configured to be the most appropriate connector for the configuration of the third guide rail or whatever alternative means is used to replace it.

[0311] The cross support 605 may comprise one or more channels or compartments designed to house electronics and / or cables. The first connecting leg 601 and / or the second connecting leg 602 may comprise one or more channels or compartments designed to house electronics and / or cables.

[0312] The channels or compartments of the cross support 605 may be configured such that they can guide a cable into the channels or compartments of the first connecting leg 601 and / or the second connecting leg 602.

[0313] The first support arm 603 and / or the second support arm 604 may comprise one or more channels or compartments designed to house electronics and / or cables.

[0314] The channels or compartments of the first support arm 603 may be configured such that they can guide a cable into the channels or compartments of the first connecting leg 601 and / or the cross support 605.

[0315] The channels or compartments of the second support arm 604 may be configured such that they can guide a cable into the channels or compartments of the second connecting leg 602 and / or the cross support 605.

[0316] Figure 7 shows the bracket 600 of Figure 6 connected to the frame 100 of Figure 1 and Figure 2 to form an adjustable height system 700.

[0317] The first connecting leg 601 is connected to the first guide rail 101 forming a first point of contact. The second connecting leg 602 is connected to the second guide rail 103 forming a second point of contact. The central connector 606 is connected to the third guide rail 105 forming a third point of contact.

[0318] In use, the bracket 600 may be translated along the first guide rail 101, the second guide rail 103 and the third guide rail 105, without the orientation of the bracket 600 being altered. In this manner, an adjustable height system 700 is formed, wherein, in use, the height of the bracket 600 above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600 along the guide rails of the frame 100.

[0319] The implementation of the third guide rail 105 may provide additional stability to the bracket 600 as compared to the situation where the third guide rail 105 was not a point of contact for the bracket 600. The third guide rail 105 may also help the bracket 600 to remain level during translatory motion of the bracket 600 by offering a third point of contact for the bracket 600.

[0320] In an implementation, where the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 are driven guides and the third guide rail 105 is a passive guide, the central connector 606 and the third guide rail 105 help to stabilise the bracket, and the three points of contact create a structural triangulation design.

[0321] In an implementation of the adjustable height system 700, the first guide rail 101 and the second guide rail 103 may be motorised and controllable by a user to adjust the height of the bracket 600 above the ground. The third guide rail 105 may serve to allow a solid connection with the central connector 606 as the height of the bracket 606 is adjusted, thereby giving the bracket 600 stability of connection to the frame 100 and / or ensuring that the bracket 600 remains level.

[0322] In an implementation of the adjustable height system 700, one or more of the cable management apparatuses discussed in relation to Figure 5 may be employed.

[0323] Figure 8 shows a platform 801 connected to the adjustable height system 700 of Figure 7.

[0324] A platform 801 is connected along a bottom surface to a top surface of the first support arm 603 and to a top surface of the second support arm 604. The platform 801 is substantially parallel to the first support arm 603 and the second support arm 604.

[0325] In use, the height of the platform 801 above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600, to which the platform is connected, along the guide rails of the frame 100.

[0326] The platform 801 may be formed of any material suitable for the purpose for which the adjustable height platform is intended. For example, the adjustable height platform may be intended for use as a desk. The platform 801 may then be of any material and dimensions that are suitable for use as a desk. The desk may be a cantilever desk. The adjustable height platform may be used for any suitable purpose, e.g. for shelving, an adjustable bed, an adjustable seat, an adjustable table, an adjustable platform for standing on, or as an adjustable desk.

[0327] Figure 9 shows a first bracket 600a and a second bracket 600b of substantially the same configuration as the bracket 600 of Figure 6 connected to the frame 400 of Figure 4 to form an adjustable height system 900.

[0328] The adjustable height system 900 comprises the first bracket 600a and the second bracket 600b. Both the first bracket 600a and the second bracket 600b are according to the bracket 600 described in Figure 6, i.e., they comprise the same parts. Parts of the first bracket 600a and parts of the second bracket 600b are numbered and named according to how the parts of the bracket 600 described in Figure 6 are numbered and named. Parts of the first bracket 600a include a suffix “a” and parts of the second bracket 600b include a suffix “b.”

[0329] The adjustable height system 900 comprises the frame 400 described in relation to Figure 4.

[0330] The first connecting leg 601a of the first bracket 600a is connected to the first guide rail 401. The second connecting leg 602a of the first bracket 600a is connected to the second guide rail 403. The central connector 606a is connected to the third guide rail 405.

[0331] The first connecting leg 601b of the second bracket 600b is connected to the fifth guide rail 408. The second connecting leg 602b of the second bracket 600b is connected to the fourth guide rail 407. The central connector 606b is connected to the sixth guide rail 409.

[0332] The first bracket 600a is connected to the frame 400 such that it extends away from the frame 400 in the first direction. The second bracket 600b is connected to the frame 400 such that it extends away from the frame 400 in the second direction. In use, the height of the bracket 600a above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600a along the first guide rail 401, the second guide rail 403 and the third guide rail 405 of the frame 400.

[0333] In use, the height of the bracket 600b above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600b along the fourth guide rail 407, the fifth guide rail 408 and the sixth guide rail 409 of the frame 400.

[0334] The adjustable height system 900 comprises two opposite facing adjustable-height brackets without the depth of the frame 400 being substantially different from the depth of the frame 100. The adjacent disposition of the two sets of guide rails in the frame 400 permits a relative overall thinness of the frame 400.

[0335] As shown in Figure 10, a first platform 1001 is connected to the first bracket 600a. The first platform 1001 is connected along its bottom surface to a top surface of the first support arm 603a and to a top surface of the second support arm 604a. The first platform

[0336] 1001 is substantially parallel to the first support arm 603a and to the second support arm 604a.

[0337] A second platform 1002 is connected to the second bracket 600b. The second platform

[0338] 1002 is connected along its bottom surface to a top surface of the first support arm (not shown) and to a top surface of the second support arm (not shown). The second platform 1001 is substantially parallel to the first platform 1001.

[0339] In use, the height of the first platform 1001 above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600a to which the platform 1001 is connected.

[0340] In use, the height of the second platform 1002 above the floor may be adjusted by means of translation of the bracket 600b to which the platform 1002 is connected.

[0341] In an implementation, the first platform 1001 and the second platform 1002 are two desks extending in opposite directions away from the frame 400. The desks are cantilever desks and have the benefit of not having any legs beneath them, thereby increasing legroom for users. The adjustable height of each desk may also improve the health and wellbeing of users by promoting good ergonomics and reducing time spent sitting down.

[0342] As shown in Figure 11, a cladding 1101 may be attached to the frame 400, to hide from view the internal structure of the frame 400.

[0343] The cladding 1101 may comprise any suitable material or combination of materials, in order to give the adjustable height system 900 any desired appearance. For instance, the cladding 1101 may comprise a fabric. The cladding 1101 may be any colour and / or may include any decorative pattern, in order to give the adjustable height system 900 any desired appearance.

[0344] The cladding 1101 comprises a central line 1102. The central line 1102 is in the form of a gap in the cladding 1101. This allows the central connector 404a of the bracket 600a to still connect to the third guide rail 405. The central line 1102 may extend a length that is equal to the length of the third guide rail 405. The central line 1102 may be parallel to the third guide rail 405.

[0345] Figure 12 shows an example of an office space 1200 comprising a plurality of adjustable height desk systems according to the present disclosure. Any combination of adjustable height desk systems according to the present disclosure may be installed in an office space. Only a selection of the adjustable height desk systems within the office space 1200 will be described.

[0346] A first adjustable height desk system 1201 includes three independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a first side of a frame and three independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a second side of the frame, the second side of the frame being opposite to the first side of the frame. The frame may be free-standing or secured to a floor by any suitable means.

[0347] A second adjustable height desk system 1202 includes two independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a first side of a frame and two independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a second side of the frame, the second side of the frame being opposite to the first side of the frame. The frame is integrated within a wall within the office space 1200. A third adjustable height desk system 1203 includes a height-adjustable cantilever desk on a first side of a frame. The frame may be free-standing or secured to the floor by any suitable means. The frame may comprise weights configured to increase the stability of the frame and its resistance to toppling. The frame may comprise one or more feet and / or laterally-extending panels configured to increase the stability of the frame and its resistance to toppling. One or more of the feet and / or laterally-extending panels may be configured to contact the floor. One or more of the feet and / or laterally-extending panels may be adapted to be secured to the floor by any suitable means. The one or more feet and / or laterally-extending panels may be made of any suitable material or combination of materials, including, for example, glass, wood, melamine, metal, fabric etc.

[0348] A fourth adjustable height desk system 1204 includes three independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a first side of a frame. The frame is integrated within a wall within the office space 1200.

[0349] A fifth adjustable height desk system 1205 includes two independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a first side of a frame and two independently height- adjustable cantilever desks on a second side of the frame, the second side of the frame being opposite to the first side of the frame. The frame may be free-standing or secured to the floor by any suitable means.

[0350] A sixth adjustable height desk system 1206 includes a first height-adjustable cantilever desk on a first side of a frame and a second height-adjustable cantilever desk on a second side of the frame, the second side of the frame being opposite to the first side of the frame. The first height-adjustable cantilever desk is sized and dimensioned to provide a sufficiently large work area for three workers. The second height-adjustable cantilever desk is sized and dimensioned to provide a sufficiently large work area for three workers. The frame may be free-standing or secured to the floor by any suitable means.

[0351] Figure 13 shows a compound adjustable height desk 1300 according to the present disclosure. The compound adjustable height desk 1300 is formed by disposing two frames 100 according to Figure 1 and Figure 2 adjacent to one another and embedding them in a wall. A single platform is then used to span all six guide rails that are comprised in the two frames. In this manner, a plurality of frames may be disposed adjacent to one another and work together to support a single platform. The plurality of frames may be securely connected to adjacent frames or they may be unconnected.

[0352] Figure 14 shows two pairs of adjustable height desks 1400 according to the present disclosure disposed adjacent to one another.

[0353] 1400 depicts a pair of adjustable height desk systems according to Figure 11. The frames of the adjustable height desk systems may be connected to one another, or they may be unconnected and only disposed adjacent to one another.

[0354] Figure 15 shows another example of an office space 1501 with an example of an adjustable height desk system 1500 according to the present disclosure therein.

[0355] The adjustable height desk system 1500 has its frame embedded within a wall of the office space 1501. It is also disposed adjacent to a non-adjustable desk 1502 such that when the adjustable height desk 1500 is set at a height equal to the height of the non- adjustable desk 1502, the adjustable height desk 1500 and the non-adjustable desk form an L-shaped desk.

[0356] This layout has the benefit of providing a user with extra space while still promoting the health and wellbeing of the user by reducing the time they spend sitting down and promoting good ergonomics.

[0357] The office space layouts described are not intended to be limiting, rather they are example implementations that describe how adjustable height desk systems of the present disclosure may be used in a workplace setting.

[0358] Figure 16 shows an example of a connector 1600 that may be connected to a bracket and to a frame. The connector 1600 comprises a first portion 1601 which is configured to be connected, in use, to a bracket. For example, the central connector 1600 may replace the central connector 606 depicted in Figure 6. The first portion 1601 may be connected to the bracket by any suitable means. For example, the first portion 1601 may be connected to the bracket by using screws or any other mechanical fixing means. Alternatively, or in addition, the first portion 1601 may be connected to the bracket by means of a chemical or thermal bond.

[0359] A second portion 1602 is connected at a first end to the first portion 1601 and extends away from the first surface 1601 such that the second portion 1602 extends away from the bracket when the first portion 1601 is connected to the bracket. In some examples, the second portion 1602 may be substantially perpendicular to the first portion 1601 or the second portion 1602 may not be substantially perpendicular to the first portion 1601 and may instead extend away from the bracket, in use, at a different angle. In implementations, the first portion 1601 and the second portion 1602 may be integrally formed.

[0360] A side of a connecting rod 1603 is connected to a second end of the second portion

[0361] 1602, said second end being opposite to the first end of the second portion 1602. The connecting rod 1603 is substantially a cuboidal in shape. In alternative examples, the connecting rod may take on any other suitable shape, for example a cylinder, a non- rectangular cuboid, a prism etc. The connecting rod 1603 may be formed integrally with the second portion 1602.

[0362] There is a first top guide wheel 1604 connected to the connecting rod 1603. The first top guide wheel 1604 is disposed towards a top end of the connecting rod 1603.

[0363] There is a second top guide wheel 1605 connected to the connecting rod 1603. The second top guide wheel 1605 is disposed towards the top end of the connecting rod

[0364] 1603.

[0365] The first top guide wheel 1604 and the second top guide wheel 1605 are disposed on opposite faces of the connecting rod 1603. There is a first bottom guide wheel 1606 connected to the connecting rod 1603. The first bottom guide wheel 1606 is disposed towards a bottom end of the connecting rod 1603.

[0366] There is a second bottom guide wheel 1607 connected to the connecting rod 1603. The second bottom guide wheel 1607 is disposed towards a bottom end of the connecting rod 1603.

[0367] The first bottom guide wheel 1606 and the second bottom guide wheel 1607 are disposed on opposite faces of the connecting rod 1603.

[0368] The first bottom guide wheel 1606 and the first top guide wheel 1604 are disposed on the same face of the connecting rod 1603.

[0369] The second bottom guide wheel 1607 and the second top guide wheel 1605 are disposed on the same face of the connecting rod 1603.

[0370] The first top guide wheel 1604, the second top guide wheel 1605, the first bottom guide wheel 1606, and the second bottom guide wheel 1607 are all connected to the connecting rod 1603 such that they may freely rotate.

[0371] The first top guide wheel 1604, the second top guide wheel 1605, the first bottom guide wheel 1606, and the second bottom guide wheel 1607 may all be of substantially the same size and / or material.

[0372] The connector 1600 may be integrally formed with the bracket in some examples.

[0373] In use, the connector 1600 allows the bracket to which it is connected to interface with a support, e.g. a central support, of a frame (for instance, the third guide rail 105 of the frame 100). The first top guide wheel 1604, the second top guide wheel 1605, the first bottom guide wheel 1606, and the second bottom guide wheel 1607 are configured to permit movement of the central connector 1600 when it is connected to the support of the frame. For example, the support may comprise at least one track in which at least one of the guide wheels of the central connector 1600 may travel. The track may have the form of a groove or a channel.

[0374] The central connector 1600 as described in Figure 16 may form a passive connection between the bracket and the frame.

[0375] Figure 17 depicts a portion of another example of a frame 1700 for an adjustable height system.

[0376] The frame 1700 comprises a first guide rail 1701. The first guide rail 1701 comprises a support arm connector 1702, said support arm connector 1702 extending away from the first guide rail 1701.

[0377] The support arm connector 1702 is translatable along a length of the first guide rail 1701. The support arm connector 1702 is configured to connect, in use to a connecting leg of a bracket, e.g. the bracket 600.

[0378] The support arm connector 1702 may be connected to the connecting leg of the or a bracket by means of insertion into a recess in the bracket. The support arm connector 1702 may be mechanically fixed to the connecting leg of the or a bracket.

[0379] The connection between the support arm connector 1702 and the connecting leg of the bracket may form a contact point.

[0380] Any of the guide rails comprised in the frames of this disclosure may comprise the support arm connector 1702 as described.

[0381] In some implementations, two or more of the guide rails of a frame which, in use, are configured to connect to the connecting legs of a bracket, may comprise the support arm connector 1702 as described.

[0382] The support arm connector 1702 may be shaped such that a connecting leg of the bracket may be hooked onto the support arm connector 1702 in use. While the implementations described in the detailed description relate to an adjustable height system, and an adjustable height platform, this is not to be construed as limiting the present disclosure to only vertical movements of the platforms, e.g. desks, relative to the frame, the teachings of the present may be applied to systems in which movement of an object relative to a frame includes movement in any direction, including, for example, movements that are not in the a vertical direction or are not in a direction comprising a vertical component. The movement of a given object relative to the frame may be a translation. It will be understood that the invention is not limited to the implementations described above and various modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the concepts herein. Except where mutually exclusive, any of the features may be employed separately or in combination with any other features and the disclosure extends to and includes all combinations and sub-combinations of one or more features described herein.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a first guide rail; and a first support spaced apart from the first guide rail; wherein, in use, a first object connected to the first guide rail and the first support is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame.

2. The frame of claim 1 comprising a second guide rail spaced apart from the first guide rail.

3. The frame of claim 2, wherein the first support is disposed at a location between the first guide rail and the second guide rail4. The frame of claim 3, in use, the first object is connected to the first guide rail, the second guide rail and the first support.

5. The frame of claim 4, wherein the first guide rail, the second guide rail and the first support are arranged to provide three connection points, the three connection points forming a triangular pattern.

6. The frame of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first support has the form of a guide rail.

7. The frame of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first support comprises an adjustable-length, tensioned support.

8. The frame of any one of the preceding claims comprising a cable management apparatus configured such that, in use, a portion of any cables disposed at least partially within the frame remain within the frame during use.

9. The frame of claim 8, wherein the cable management apparatus comprises a guide rail connector connected to the first guide rail and, optionally, a cable director connected to the guide rail connector.

10. The frame of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first guide rail and / or the first support is configured to actuate the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

11. The frame of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the first guide rail and / or the first support is configured to provide support and stability to the first object without participating in actuating the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

12. The frame of claim 10, wherein a controller is operably connected to the whichever ones of the first guide rail and / or the first support is / are configured to actuate the movement of the first object relative to the frame.

13. The frame of claim 12, wherein a user interface is operably connected to at least one of the controllers.

14. The frame of any one of the preceding claims comprising a third guide rail and a second support spaced apart from the third guide rail, wherein, in use, a second object connected to the third guide rail and the second support is movable with respect to the frame.

15. The frame of claim 14, wherein the first object extends away from the frame in a first direction and the second object extends away from the frame in a second direction.

16. The frame of claim 15, wherein the first direction is different from the second direction.

17. The frame of any one of claims 14 to 16, wherein the first guide rail and the third guide rail are offset from each other.

18. A system comprising the frame of any one of the preceding claims and a bracket configured to be connected to the first guide rail.

19. A system according to claim 18, wherein the bracket comprises a connector configured to engage with the first support.

20. A system according to claim 18 or claim 19, wherein the first object is connected to one or more support arms of the bracket.

21. A frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a first guide rail; and a second guide rail; wherein, in use, a first object connected to the first guide rail is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame; wherein, in use, a second object connected to the second guide rail is movable, e.g. translatable, with respect to the frame; wherein, in use, the first object is connected to the frame such that the first object extends away from the frame in a first direction and the second object is connected to the frame such that the second object extends away from the frame in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

22. A frame for a system for adjusting a position of an object comprising: a guide rail connector connected to a guide rail; a cable director connected to the guide rail connector; and a cable management apparatus comprising a cable management assembly connected at a first end to the cable director; wherein, in use, a cable passes through or on the guide rail connector, through or on the cable director and into the cable management assembly.

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