Furniture drive

The patent applies dynamics by making the torque characteristic dynamically adjustable through multiple selectable contours. Instead of a fixed torque curve, the system provides several predefined torque curves (first, second, third adjusting contours) that can be selected based on the actual load conditions. This allows the torque to be optimized in real-time according to the furniture part's weight and desired movement characteristics, preventing both insufficient torque for heavy parts and excessive torque for lighter parts.

The patent implements parameter changes by varying the torque curve parameters across different adjusting contours. Each contour represents a different torque profile with specific characteristics (e.g., higher initial torque, lower initial torque, different torque distribution throughout the movement range). By changing which contour is active, the system adjusts the torque parameters to match the load requirements, thereby avoiding the application of unreasonably high force while ensuring sufficient torque for heavy furniture parts.

The system dynamically selects the appropriate torque contour based on the furniture part's weight and loading conditions. For heavy furniture parts, a torque contour with higher torque values is selected to ensure the part can be moved into the raised end position. For lighter parts, a contour with lower torque values is selected to prevent excessive force. This dynamic adaptation resolves the contradiction between needing sufficient torque for reliability and avoiding excessive force.

The patent changes the torque parameters by selecting from multiple predefined contours. Each contour is optimized for specific load ranges and movement requirements. By adjusting which contour is active, the system ensures that the torque parameters are always appropriate for the current situation - high enough to move heavy parts reliably but low enough to prevent excessive force application.

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the single torque curve into multiple discrete torque contours (first, second, third adjusting contours). Each contour is a separate, selectable torque profile optimized for specific load conditions. This segmentation allows the system to offer multiple torque characteristics without creating a continuously complex adjustable mechanism. The switching device selects among these segmented options based on the furniture part's weight, thereby achieving adaptability while maintaining relatively simple device structure.

The patent implements universality by designing a multi-functional torque adjustment system where a single furniture drive mechanism can serve multiple purposes by selecting from different torque contours. The same basic mechanism structure handles both light and heavy furniture parts by switching between predefined torque profiles, eliminating the need for entirely different mechanisms for different load types. This multi-functionality achieves adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.