Horizontal Track Workstation Carriage for Heavy-Load Maneuverability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing workstation mounting assemblies are cumbersome, lack maneuverability, and cannot accommodate heavy loads or provide easy access to computer peripherals, making them unsuitable for versatile and ergonomic work environments.
Innovation Solution
A horizontally track-mounted workstation assembly with a sliding carriage and multi-bearing trolley system that supports articulating arms and heavy loads, featuring electrical and communication ports, and a design that allows components to be placed away from the ergonomic work envelope, enabling smooth operation and quick access to peripherals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional vertically oriented workstation mounting assemblies are used, then structural stability is provided, but maneuverability and ease of access to peripherals deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the traditional vertical track orientation to a horizontal track mounting system. The track is mounted horizontally on the wall, and the carriage moves laterally along this horizontal track, allowing the workstation to be positioned at different heights and lateral positions, thereby improving ease of access while maintaining structural stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a dynamic mounting system where the workstation can be easily repositioned along the horizontal track using a movable carriage mechanism. This dynamic capability allows users to adjust the workstation position according to ergonomic needs, contrasting with fixed traditional mounts.
2Strength
If traditional workstation mounts are designed for heavy loads, then load-bearing capacity is improved, but maneuverability and quick adjustment capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the mounting system into separate functional components: a fixed horizontal track structure that provides structural strength and load-bearing capacity, and a movable carriage assembly that enables easy maneuverability. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the track for strength and the carriage for ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The carriage acts as an intermediary between the fixed track and the workstation equipment. It transfers loads to the sturdy track structure while providing the user with easy manual control for repositioning, thus mediating between the conflicting requirements of heavy load support and quick adjustment.
3Adaptability or versatility
If components are placed within the ergonomic work envelope, then ease of access is improved, but available space and flexibility for equipment placement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes the lateral movement capability along the horizontal track to distribute equipment placement across different spatial dimensions. Instead of concentrating all equipment within a limited vertical work envelope, the system allows equipment to be positioned at various lateral positions along the track, effectively using the horizontal dimension to expand placement flexibility without encroaching on valuable floor or wall space.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides easy and quick access to computer peripherals and auxiliary equipment, supports heavy loads, and offers smooth operation and lateral movement, enhancing usability and ergonomic efficiency in various work settings.
Implementation Method 1
a roller mount assembly further including a sliding carriage configured to slide along the track
Data Source
AI summary
A track mounted workstation assembly is disclosed having a housing including a track and one or more communication or electrical or communication ports, and one or more roller mount assemblies further including a sliding carriage configured to slide along the track. In addition, the mounts may further include wiring and cables configured to communicate with the communication or electrical ports of the track housing at either ends. In addition, the mounts may further include one or more receiving members for receiving one or more articulating arms for monitors, peripherals, and other equipment.