Under-Carriage Mounting System for Vertically Adjustable Desks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vertically adjustable desks lack a systematic way to affix accessories to their underside without obstructing the adjustable mechanism or utilizing the space under the work surface effectively.
Innovation Solution
An under-carriage mounting system that uses U-shaped support brackets and runner supports to securely attach accessories to the desk's underside, allowing for stable attachment of various accessories like CPU holders and footrests without interfering with the desk's adjustability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If accessories are attached directly to the work surface, then accessory mounting is achieved, but the adjustable mechanism is obstructed and space utilization is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent moves the attachment interface from the horizontal work surface to the vertical under-carriage structure. By providing mounting surfaces on the vertical legs and cross-braces beneath the desk, accessories are mounted in the vertical dimension rather than on the horizontal work surface, eliminating obstruction of the adjustable mechanism while maintaining accessory mounting capability
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is segmented into multiple independent attachment points distributed across the under-carriage structure. Rather than a single mounting location, the patent provides multiple mounting surfaces on different legs and cross-braces, allowing accessories to be attached at various locations without interfering with the central adjustable mechanism
2Productivity
If the area under the desk is left empty, then the adjustable mechanism operates freely, but space utilization is wasted
Solution Approach 1:
The under-carriage structure serves dual functions: it provides structural support for the adjustable mechanism and simultaneously serves as a mounting platform for accessories. The legs and cross-braces that are necessary for structural integrity are also equipped with mounting surfaces, allowing the same structure to fulfill both support and accessory attachment functions
Solution Approach 2:
The under-carriage mounting surfaces act as an intermediary between the structural support elements and accessories. Rather than directly attaching accessories to the work surface or interfering with the adjustment mechanism, the mounting surfaces on the under-carriage structure mediate the connection, allowing accessories to be supported while the adjustment mechanism operates independently
Data Source
AI summary
A vertically adjustable desk with an under carriage mounting system is described. The vertically adjustable desk may have a planar work surface and telescoping support legs which are operable to raise and lower the work surface. The vertically adjustable telescoping support legs may be height adjustable by at least one electronic motor. The under-carriage mounting system may include a first and a second U-shaped support bracket that each receives a first and second runner support, the U-shaped brackets affixed to respective first and second vertically adjustable telescoping support legs. The U-shaped support brackets may be used to mount accessories underneath the work surface.