Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Including component designed to receive a disparate article... – Supported from ceiling
Reexamination Certificate
1998-06-05
2001-03-20
Friedman, Carl D. (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Including component designed to receive a disparate article...
Supported from ceiling
C108S042000, C108S149000, C248S343000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06202361
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a table which defines a work surface and an acoustic dome for use in an office-type environment and, more particularly, to an overhead suspended table and dome, both of which are adjustably movable vertically downwardly to create a work area, and upwardly for storage whereby the dome nests within the table.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Most conventional work environments include work surfaces such as tables or desks which are typically used in combination with fixed walls or wall panel systems to create an enclosed work area such as an office. However, the demand for open-space office environments adapted for accommodating groups or teams of workers has increased. Accordingly, a need exists for an arrangement suited for such an open-space office environment which is easily storable when not in use.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the invention to provide a table which creates a work area and defines a work surface for dissemination of various types of information to a group of people, and an acoustic dome for use above the table or other work area which serves to isolate sound generated at or near the work area and also serves to minimize entry of outside sound into the work area.
More specifically, the table in accordance with the invention includes a plurality of work surfaces, some of which are constructed of a material capable of being written on with erasable type markers, such as marker board, and others of which are constructed of a material suitable for posting information thereon, such as a rigid foam. These different work surfaces preferably alternate with one another along the length of the table. The table has an arcuate shape and is upwardly inclined from an inner to an outer edge to enable easy viewing of information displayed on the work surfaces. In addition, the table is suspended from overhead and is vertically movable upwardly and downwardly. The free space under the table is usable for storage of work-related items.
The invention also includes an acoustic dome which is preferably positioned centrally above the table or other work area for isolating sound generated near the work area and minimizing the entry of unwanted outside sound into the work area. The dome is also suspended from overhead and is movable vertically upwardly and downwardly. The dome is preferably of a size to permit same to nest within the table when the table is moved upwardly for overhead storage.
Other objects and purposes of the invention will be apparent to persons familiar with arrangements of this general type upon reading the following specification and inspecting the accompanying drawings.
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Beukema Steven J.
Thorp Clarkson S.
Flynn ,Thiel, Boutell & Tanis, P.C.
Friedman Carl D.
Haworth Inc.
Horton Yvonne M.
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