Adjustable height stand and case
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing desk stands lack versatility in adjustable height and tilt functionality, particularly when used with laptops, as they do not maintain a horizontal surface orientation for auxiliary platforms during tilt adjustments, risking mouse device displacement.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable height stand system integrated with a case, featuring a scissor mechanism for height adjustment, locking mechanism for predefined positions, and an auxiliary platform attachment system that maintains a horizontal surface orientation during tilt and height changes, ensuring stable support for both laptops and mouse devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the platform is tilted to provide ergonomic viewing angles, then user comfort is improved, but the auxiliary platform surface orientation changes from horizontal, causing mouse device displacement
Solution Approach 1:
The stand is divided into two independent platform systems: a main platform that can be tilted for ergonomic viewing, and a separate auxiliary platform that remains horizontal to support mouse devices. This segmentation allows each platform to fulfill its specific function without interfering with the other's stability or orientation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the stand provides fixed height support, then structural simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to different user heights and work surfaces is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The stand incorporates an adjustable height mechanism with multiple predefined height positions, transforming a static fixed-height structure into a dynamic adjustable one. This allows the stand to adapt to different user heights and desk surfaces while maintaining structural integrity through controlled mechanical movement.
3Ease of operation
If the stand is integrated into the case, then portability is improved, but the stand's ability to extend and provide sufficient working height is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The stand is designed to nest within the case when not in use, with the platform and support structure collapsing into a compact form that fits inside the case boundaries. This nesting capability maintains portability while allowing full extension to functional height when deployed for use.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides adjustable height and tilt functionality while maintaining a horizontal surface for auxiliary platforms, enhancing user comfort and preventing device displacement, allowing for versatile use with laptops and other devices.
Implementation Method 1
a height adjustment system connected between the bottom frame and the top frame, the height adjustment system comprising at least one scissor mechanism
Implementation Method 2
a locking mechanism that selectively locks the at least one scissor mechanism at one of plural predefined positions
Implementation Method 3
The platform is rotatable relative to the top frame such that the platform can be positioned at one of plural predefined tilt-angles
Data Source
AI summary
A system includes: a case including a first part pivotally connected to a second part, wherein the first part and the second part are configurable in a first case position in which the case is closed, and the first part and the second part are configurable in a second case position in which the case is open; an adjustable stand connected to an interior of the case, the adjustable stand including: a bottom frame connected to the case; a top frame connected to the bottom frame via at least one height adjustment system; and a platform connected to the top frame. The platform is rotatable relative to the top frame such that the platform can be positioned at one of plural predefined tilt-angles relative to the top frame. The height adjustment system permits the top frame to be moved vertically relative to the bottom frame to position the top frame at one of plural predefined heights relative to the bottom frame.