Horizontally supported planar surfaces – With machine
Reexamination Certificate
1999-08-26
2001-01-09
Chen, Jose V. (Department: 3636)
Horizontally supported planar surfaces
With machine
Reexamination Certificate
active
06170406
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to recessed monitor tables, and more particularly to recessed monitor tables that provide for easy adjustment of the angle and height of a computer monitor.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Recessed monitor tables of various types are known in the art. Such devices are typically used with personal computers having a monitor and a keyboard attached. Personal computers are increasingly being used in business, education and home environments. Typically, computer workstations have the computer monitor and keyboard located on top of a desk or counter. The computer monitor is normally tall in height and prevents the user from looking over the monitor while the user is in a seated position. Frequently, the user is not able to adjust the monitor to a position where it is comfortably viewed while in use and where the user has an unobstructed view over the monitor. The inability to adjust the computer monitor viewing angle and/or height position often reduces the efficiency of the computer user. Prior art monitor tables do not allow for the height and angle of the monitor relative to the surface it rests on to be adjusted easily by the user. This forces the user to adapt to the position of the monitor rather than allowing the user to easily adjust the monitor to the user's specific needs. Therefore, the computer user must experience visual and/or physical strain during the operation of the computer to look over or at the monitor. One of the problems with a computer monitor which cannot be adjusted to a user's physical requirements is neck strain and/or back pain resulting from always holding the neck and/or back in an uncomfortable position to view the monitor.
The prior art has attempted to provide recessed monitor tables; however, they have some inherent disadvantages. One of the disadvantages is that the monitor tables are designed so that the computer monitors are not height or angle adjustable with respect to the table top. Ergonomic principles dictate that a computer monitor should be adjustable to the requirements of each individual user in order to maximize the efficiency of each individual user, rather than force each user to adapt to a specific monitor arrangement. Some other monitor tables that are in the prior art do provide for height or angle adjustment of the monitor, but the adjustments are difficult for the computer user to make.
The present invention overcomes these and other problems inherent in existing recessed monitor tables. The present invention provides a recessed monitor table that has a recess assembly that is easily adjustable and allows the user to have a clear line of sight over the computer monitor. This feature is especially useful in a computer training classroom environment. For example, the entire computer monitor may be easily lowered (or raised) so that the user can see the instructor at the front of the training room. Further, the entire computer monitor may be easily tilted to different angles to provide the most comfortable monitor viewing angle for the computer user. Also, the present invention provides a cord management system for data and power lines. The power and data lines are not interfered with when the monitor is repositioned either by height adjustment or angle adjustment.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
The principal object of the present invention is to provide a novel recessed monitor table that supports a monitor which can be angle and height adjustable with respect to the table top.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a novel recessed monitor table that is ergonomically designed.
Still another object of the present invention is to provide novel recessed monitor tables that can be arranged side-by-side in a row.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a recessed monitor table that provides for easy adjustment of the angle and height of the computer monitor with respect to the table top.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a novel recessed computer monitor table that neatly stores data and power lines.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a novel recessed computer monitor table that supports a variety of different monitor sizes and shapes.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a novel recessed monitor table which is simple in design, inexpensive to manufacture, easy to assemble and is durable and rugged in structure.
Still further objects and advantages will become apparent from a consideration of the ensuing description and drawings of the invention.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
These and other objects are achieved by a recessed monitor table of the present invention. In one form of the invention, a recess monitor assembly is provided, that, when attached to a table top having a cut-out large enough for a computer monitor to fit through, is capable of supporting a computer monitor. Further, the recess assembly may easily provide for height and angle adjustment of the computer monitor to provide the user with the specific monitor viewing position required. Alternate embodiments of the present invention may provide a central processing unit holder, cord and wire storage locations, and power assembly.
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Graziano Salvatore S.
Klein Mark P.
Poremba John W.
Stenftenagel Mark
Bretford Manufacturing Inc.
Chen José V.
Welsh & Katz Ltd.
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