Display Support Arm Assembly With Gas Strut and Cable Retention

The patent applies a gas strut (pneumatic device) to provide counterbalancing force throughout the vertical adjustment range of the support arm. The gas strut is positioned to extend between the monitor arm and the monitor stand, utilizing gas pressure to assist upward movement and control downward movement, thereby reducing the effort required by the user while maintaining controlled operation.

The patent incorporates torque elements with adjustable friction characteristics that allow the user to dynamically modify the resistance or support force throughout the vertical adjustment range. The adjustability mechanism enables changing the torque element's friction properties to match different monitor weights and positioning requirements, providing customized ease of operation while maintaining a relatively simple mechanical structure.

The cable management system employs a keeper mechanism that automatically secures cables in place through a retaining structure, and an actuator that enables easy release when needed. The system is designed to be self-contained and self-operating, requiring minimal user intervention while providing reliable cable retention throughout the arm's range of motion.

The patent incorporates washers and gaskets in the mounting structure to preemptively resist unintended rotational movement of the monitor arm. These friction-based elements are positioned at critical interfaces to provide continuous stabilizing force that prevents drift or accidental rotation, ensuring the monitor maintains its positioned orientation without requiring active control mechanisms.