Adjustable Support Linkage for Ergonomic Tilt and Height Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing support structures for electronic devices are difficult to adjust, require significant user effort, and do not allow for a full range of ergonomic movements, while also occupying excessive desktop space.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable support system featuring a platform, post, and linkage assembly that allows for adjustable height and tilt angles, utilizing a friction grip to facilitate smooth movement and maintain equilibrium without the need for robust locking mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If traditional support structures are used, then the electronic device is supported, but the structure occupies excessive desktop space
Solution Approach 1:
The linkage assembly is nested within the post structure, with linkages contained inside the post's hollow body. This nesting allows the support to provide full ergonomic adjustment range while occupying minimal desktop space, as the adjustable mechanism is integrated within the vertical post rather than extending horizontally.
2Ease of operation
If traditional support structures are used, then the electronic device is supported, but the structure is difficult to adjust and requires great user effort
Solution Approach 1:
The linkage assembly incorporates a friction grip mechanism that provides dynamic, adjustable friction control. The friction grip can be easily engaged and disengaged by the user, allowing smooth adjustment of the platform to various positions without requiring excessive force, while maintaining stable positioning when adjusted.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional robust mechanical locking mechanisms with a friction-based grip system. This substitution eliminates complex locking components and reduces the force required for adjustment, as the friction grip provides sufficient holding power through controlled friction rather than mechanical interlocking.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional support structures are used, then the electronic device is supported, but the structure does not allow for a range of movement required for full ergonomic solution
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is segmented into distinct functional components: a fixed base, a vertical post, a movable platform, and a linkage assembly with multiple linkages. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, enabling a wide range of ergonomic adjustments through coordinated movement of the segmented parts without requiring an overly complex integrated mechanism.
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
Enables ergonomic adjustments of electronic devices to optimal viewing positions with minimal user effort and reduced desktop space usage, providing a stable and versatile support solution.
Implementation Method 1
the linkage assembly includes a friction grip that allows the linkage assembly to be freely moveable in an upward direction and restricted from movement in a downward direction until an applied force overcomes a frictional force provided by the friction grip
Data Source
AI summary
An adjustable support for an electronic device including a platform configured to support the electronic device, a post extending between a first end and a second end, a linkage assembly movably supporting the platform on the post, where the linkage assembly is slidably coupled to the post to adjust a height of the platform, and where the linkage assembly includes a plurality of movable linkages configured to adjust a tilt of the platform to a plurality of different tilt angles.