Supports: cabinet structure – Sectional-unit type – Knockdown
Patent
1986-05-20
1987-07-21
Falk, Joseph
Supports: cabinet structure
Sectional-unit type
Knockdown
312107, 312208, 312223, 211188, 211194, A47B 8702
Patent
active
046813780
DESCRIPTION:
BRIEF SUMMARY
TECHNICAL FIELD
This invention relates to systems for laying electrical and electronic cables in distribution raceways and ducts, and more particularly to systems interconnecting associated electronic equipment, while providing a mounting surface closely positioning the apparatus together.
BACKGROUND ART
Various disciplines require specialized structure to interconnect electrical components together. As an example of this prior art, Kimura et al in U.S. Pat. No. 3,563,882 teaches a method of laying electrical cables utilizing frame supporting beams which are horizontally held near the ceiling of a room to support a number of frames. This creates a horizontal plane over the electrical equipment mounted on the floor. This arrangement allows cables to connect the equipment in almost a straight line one from each other.
Anderson discloses in U.S. Pat. No. 2,140,376 an electrical panelboard with various horizontal and vertical troughs to retain the electrical wiring. A series of apertures allow the wires to interconnect from one structure to the component being wired. Horizontal wiring between panels is carried in a horizontal trough superposed on the main vertical runs, but not interfering in any way with them.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,166,195 of Schwab takes advantage of an extruded aluminum channel having a cover with a ground bus attached inside. A cover plate snaps into place while spring retainer clips hold the wires inside to a given corner. The utility is directed to isolated power and equipotential ground systems, such as found in hospital environments utilizing inhalation anesthetics.
Taylor discloses in U.S. Pat. No. 3,909,505 a modular electrical component mounting assembly with an integral wiring duct. This apparatus allows relays and related components to be mounted on the assembly while providing a duct for electrical conductors attached therebetween. A raised platform with a pattern of mounting holes is formed between adjacent mounting modules and contains a cover plate for containment.
Similarly, U.S. Pat. No. 3,763,401 issued to Ransom teaches a wiring duct for carrying a group of wires and is formed of an electrical insulating substance, such as vinyl plastic. This duct includes terminals of an electrical conductive material extending through the wall at a number of locations along the length.
It will be seen that prior art has approached the problem on an individual basis to provide an answer to a specific issue, none of which show or suggest the applicants disclosure.
DISCLOSURE OF THE INVENTION
The advance of the state of the art and the economy of scale has made the small business and home computer available to the masses. A special problem has arisen due to the fact that a computer system is not necessarily housed in a single enclosure. Many different manufacturers of computers allow interchangability of ancillary equipment to be utilized. This allows flexibility of the system using the right combination of equipment for the job at hand. Although standards are not particularly set up in this industry, the use of interchangeable coaxial cables and interface connections is customary. Since size of each component is not the same and the function many times dictates the configuration, a considerable amount of space is required for a system if it is all positioned together on a flat surface, such as a table or desk. Further, along with the individual space requirements, room must be allowed for the cablery, interconnecting wiring and power input feeds. In most cases the components are not designed to stack one on top of the other,as the physical envelope configuration between manufacturers are not universally accepted.
As the above problem of space requirements for a computer complex persists, it is the primary object of the invention to take advantage of a modular system that provides a mounting surface for a component on top of an existing area. This is accomplished with an individual "U" shaped module forming a shelf on top and a mounting area underneath, such as on a desk or table. Further,
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Cota Albert O.
Falk Joseph
Microcomputer Accessories, Inc.
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