The application is the application for a patent for invention of entitled " display positioning device and the method " submitted on July 26th, 2011The divisional application of No.201180037429.2 (PCT/US2011/045370).
Present patent application require on July 30th, 2010 submit U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.61/369,430,The U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.61/369,392 and the U.S. submitted on November 11st, 2010 that on July 30th, 2010 submitsTemporary patent application No.61/412,456 preference, wherein each patent application is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
Summary of the invention
According to an aspect of the invention, there is provided a kind of positioning device for electronic console and keyboard.The equipmentIncluding pedestal, the pedestal is configured to be attached to working face；The support column upwardly extended from the pedestal；And mounting portionPoint, the installation section is attached to the branch in a manner of it can move through relative to the vertical stroke range of the working faceBearing column.The installation section is configured in the vertical stroke range while moving the electronic console and the keyDisk.
According to another aspect of the present invention, a kind of positioning device for electronic console and keyboard is provided.This setsStandby includes pedestal, and the pedestal is configured to be attached to the working face of general horizontal；And the branch upwardly extended from the pedestalBearing column.The equipment further includes installation section, and the installation section has electronic console installation part and keyboard drawer.FirstThe installation section is attached to the support column in a manner of it can move by vertical stroke range by leaning device.The keyLowest position of the disc holder in the vertical stroke range is positioned in below the working face.The keyboard drawer is in instituteThe highest position in vertical stroke range is stated to be positioned in above the working face.
Another aspect of the present invention includes a kind of localization method for electronic console and keyboard.This method includes willPositioning device is attached to working face.The positioning device, which has, is configured to be attached to the pedestal of the working face, from the pedestalIt the support column that upwardly extends and is attached in a manner of it can move through relative to the vertical stroke range of the working faceThe installation section of the support column.This method further includes supporting the electronic console and the key using the installation sectionDisk.This method further include so that the installation section is moved in the vertical stroke range, with relative to the support column andThe working face while the mobile electronic console and the keyboard.
The embodiment of the present invention can provide one or more following characteristics and/or advantage.In some cases, positioning is setStandby pedestal is configured to rigidity and is attached to the working face.Rigidity installs the hole that can be by the working face, andThe fastener of such as bolt can be used in some cases and optionally install plate, install plate wherein described and can receive simultaneouslyIn work, you do one end of the side fastening fastenings opposite with pedestal in face.In certain embodiments, pedestal is constructedAt being removably attached to working face.For example, in some cases, pedestal includes fixture, for covering/sticking the working faceEdge removably install the pedestal.In some cases, the fixture includes the first clamping element, the second clamping elementAnd expansion screw, wherein the expansion screw is threadedly coupled to first clamping element and second clamping element, fromAnd be rotated in a first direction the screw and make first clamping element and second clamping element to mobile together, withThe fixture is unclamped, and rotates in a second direction the screw and makes first clamping element and second clamping elementIt dividually moves, to tighten the fixture.In some cases, the fixture includes C-clamp, and the C-clamp is optionallyIncluding upper bracket and it is attached to the adjustable lower bracket of the upper bracket.In some cases, the lower bracket include length notSame the first leg and the second leg.First leg and the second leg are configured to alternately join in a manner of the first and second structuresIt is connected to upper bracket.
In some embodiments of the invention, positioning device includes the keyboard drawer for being configured to bearing keyboard.SpecificIn the case where, lowest position of the keyboard drawer in the vertical stroke range be positioned in below the working face and/orHighest position of the keyboard drawer in the vertical stroke range is positioned in above the working face.In some cases,The installation section includes keyboard slant mechanism, for adjusting angle of the keyboard drawer relative to the working face.OneIn a little situations, the vertical stroke range is at least about 14 inches, and in some cases, the vertical stroke range beBetween about 14 inches and about 24 inches.In a particular case, the installation section includes electronic console installation part, keyDisc holder and the elongated sections between the electronic console installation part and the keyboard drawer.Working face can be installedTo the elongated sections of installation section.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to the first working face of scheme 1., the equipment packetIt includes:
Pedestal, the pedestal includes:
For the bottom surface by the base support on first working face；And
Fixture, the edge that the fixture is constructed complete the working face can releasably install the pedestal；
The support column upwardly extended relative to first working face from the pedestal；And
Installation section, the installation section is can move through the side of the stroke range relative to first working faceFormula is attached to the support column, and the installation section includes the part upwardly extended, and the electronic console is configured to useDisplay installation part is attached to the part upwardly extended, and the part upwardly extended is attached to the support column；And
It is attached to the first supporting member of the installation section, first supporting member is configured to support the keyDisk,
The installation section is configured in the vertical stroke range while the mobile electronic console and describedKeyboard.
Scheme 2: equipment according to scheme 1, which is characterized in that the stroke range includes:
First position, in the first position, first supporting member is located in the pedestal by the installation sectionBottom surface below；And
The second position, in the second position, first supporting member is located in the pedestal by the installation sectionBottom surface above.
Scheme 3: equipment according to scheme 1 characterized by comprising
The second working face coupled with the installation section, and second working face is configured in the vertical rowsIt is moved simultaneously within the scope of journey with the electronic console and the keyboard.
Scheme 4: equipment according to scheme 3, which is characterized in that first supporting member is configured to be attached to instituteState the second working face.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to the first working face of scheme 5., the equipment packetIt includes:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on first working face；
The support column upwardly extended from the pedestal；
Installation section, the installation section is can move through the side of the stroke range relative to first working faceFormula is attached to the support column, and the installation section is configured in the vertical stroke range while the mobile electronic displayShow device and the keyboard；And
The second working face coupled with the installation section, and second working face is configured in the stroke modelIt is moved simultaneously in enclosing with the electronic console and the keyboard.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to working face of scheme 6., the equipment include:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on the working face, the pedestal quiltIt is configured to fixedly be attached to the working face；
The support column upwardly extended from the pedestal；
Supporting member, the supporting member are configured to bearing keyboard, and the supporting member is opposite can move throughThe support column is attached in the mode of the stroke range of the working face；And
Display installation part, the display installation part are configured to support the electronic console, the display peacePiece installing can movably be attached to the support column and be configured to mobile independently of the supporting member.
Scheme 7: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes fixture, and the fixture is constructedThe leading edge of complete the working face installs the pedestal.
Scheme 8: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes fixture, and the fixture is constructedThe back edge of complete the working face installs the pedestal.
Scheme 9: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the stroke range includes:
First position, in the first position, the supporting member is located in the bottom of the pedestal by the installation sectionLower face；And
The second position, in the second position, the supporting member is located in the bottom of the pedestal by the installation sectionSurface.
Scheme 10: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the supporting member is the first supporting member, describedEquipment further include:
Second supporting member, second supporting member are configured to be attached to first supporting member.
Scheme 11: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the working face is the first working face, the equipmentFurther include:
Second working face, second working face be attached to the support column and be configured in the stroke range withThe electronic console is mobile simultaneously.
Scheme 12: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the display installation part is the first display peacePiece installing, the electronic console are the first electronic consoles, and the equipment includes:
Second display installation part, the second display installation part are constructed for the second electronic console；And
Crossbeam, the crossbeam are attached to the support column and are configured to support described first and second display peacePiece installing.
Scheme 13: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to via the working faceIn through-hole and be attached to the working face.
Scheme 14: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to use adhesive and installsTo the working face.
Scheme 15: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal with 90 degree of angleDegree upwardly extends.
Scheme 16: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal to be greater than 90 degreeAngle upwardly extend.
Scheme 17: equipment according to scheme 6, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal less than 90 degreeAngle upwardly extend.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to the first working face of scheme 18., the equipment packetIt includes:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on first working face；
The support column upwardly extended with obtuse angle from the pedestal relative to first working face；
Installation section, the installation section is can move through the stroke model at the oblique angle relative to first working faceThe mode enclosed is attached to the support column, the installation section be configured in the vertical stroke range and meanwhile it is mobile described inElectronic console and the keyboard；And
Second working face, second working face are attached to the installation section and are configured in the stroke rangeIt is moved simultaneously with the electronic console and the keyboard.
Scheme 19: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes fixture, and the fixture is by structureThe leading edge for covering first working face is caused to install the pedestal.
Scheme 20: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes fixture, and the fixture is by structureThe back edge for covering first working face is caused to install the pedestal.
Scheme 21: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that it further include the first supporting member, described firstBearing member is configured to be attached to the installation section, and first supporting member is configured to bearing keyboard.
Scheme 22: according to equipment described in scheme 21, which is characterized in that the stroke range includes:
First position, in the first position, first supporting member is located in the pedestal by the installation sectionBottom surface below；And
The second position, in the second position, first supporting member is located in the pedestal by the installation sectionBottom surface above.
Scheme 23: according to equipment described in scheme 21, which is characterized in that further include:
Second supporting member, second supporting member are configured to be attached to first supporting member.
Scheme 24: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that second working face is configured to bearing keyDisk.
Scheme 25: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that the equipment is configured to two electronic displays of bearingShow device, the equipment includes:
It is attached to the crossbeam of the installation section；
Two display installation parts, each display installation part are configured to support the phase in described two electronic consolesOne is answered, each display installation part is attached to the crossbeam.
Scheme 26: according to equipment described in scheme 18, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to via first workMake the through-hole in face and is attached to first working face.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to the first working face of scheme 27., the equipment packetIt includes:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on first working face；
The support column upwardly extended with obtuse angle from the pedestal relative to first working face；
Installation section, the installation section is can move through the stroke model at the oblique angle relative to first working faceThe mode enclosed is attached to the support column, and the installation section is configured in the stroke range while the mobile electronicsDisplay and the keyboard；And
First supporting member, first supporting member are configured to be attached to the installation section, first bearingComponent is configured to bearing keyboard,
The pedestal includes fixture, and the back edge that the fixture is constructed complete first working face installs the bottomSeat.
Scheme 28: according to equipment described in scheme 27, which is characterized in that the fixture includes the first clamping element, secondClamping element and expansion screw, wherein the expansion screw is threadedly coupled to first clamping element and second clampingElement makes first clamping element and second clamping element to together to be rotated in a first direction the screwIt is mobile, to unclamp the fixture, and rotates in a second direction the screw and make first clamping element and described secondClamping element dividually moves, to tighten the fixture.
Scheme 29: according to equipment described in scheme 27, which is characterized in that the fixture includes C clamp.
Scheme 30: according to equipment described in scheme 29, which is characterized in that the fixture includes upper bracket and is attached to instituteState the adjustable lower bracket of upper bracket.
Scheme 31: according to equipment described in scheme 30, which is characterized in that the lower bracket includes the first leg and the second legPortion, the length of first leg are greater than the length of second leg, and first leg is configured to first structureMode is attached to the upper bracket, and second leg is configured to be attached to the upper branch in a manner of the second structureFrame.
Scheme 32: according to equipment described in scheme 27, which is characterized in that the fixture includes wedge piece.
Scheme 33: according to equipment described in scheme 32, which is characterized in that the fixture includes the lower leg with inclined surfacePortion, the wedge piece are configured to move along the inclined surface, to tighten and unclamp the fixture.
Scheme 34: according to equipment described in scheme 27, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to via first workMake the through-hole in face and is attached to first working face.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to working face of scheme 35., the equipment include:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on the working face, the pedestal quiltIt is configured to fixedly be attached to the working face；
The support column upwardly extended from the pedestal；
Installation section, the installation section are joined in a manner of it can move through the stroke range relative to the working faceIt is connected to the support column；
Supporting member, the supporting member are configured to bearing keyboard, and the supporting member can movably be attached to instituteState support column；And
Display installation part, the display installation part are configured to support the electronic console, the display peacePiece installing can movably be attached to the support column and be configured to mobile independently of the supporting member.
Scheme 36: according to equipment described in scheme 35, which is characterized in that the stroke range includes:
First position, in the first position, the supporting member is located in the bottom of the pedestal by the installation sectionLower face；And
The second position, in the second position, the supporting member is located in the bottom of the pedestal by the installation sectionSurface.
Scheme 37: according to equipment described in scheme 35, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to use adhesive and installsTo the working face.
Scheme 38: according to equipment described in scheme 35, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal with 90 degree of angleDegree upwardly extends.
Scheme 39: according to equipment described in scheme 35, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal to be greater than 90 degreeAngle upwardly extend.
Scheme 40: according to equipment described in scheme 35, which is characterized in that the support column is from the pedestal less than 90 degreeAngle upwardly extend.
A kind of equipment positioned for electronic console and keyboard relative to working face of scheme 41., the equipment include:
Pedestal, the pedestal include for the bottom surface by the base support on the working face；
The support column upwardly extended with obtuse angle from the pedestal relative to the working face；And
Installation section, the installation section is can move through the stroke range at oblique angle relative to the working faceMode is attached to the support column, and the installation section is configured in the vertical stroke range while the mobile electronicsDisplay and the keyboard.
Scheme 42: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to rigidly be attached to instituteState working face.
Scheme 43: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the pedestal is configured to releasably installTo the working face.
Scheme 44: according to equipment described in scheme 43, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes fixture, described for coveringThe edge of working face can releasably install the pedestal.
Scheme 45: according to equipment described in scheme 44, which is characterized in that the fixture includes the first clamping element, secondClamping element and expansion screw, wherein the expansion screw is threadedly coupled to first clamping element and second clampingElement makes first clamping element and second clamping element to together to be rotated in a first direction the screwIt is mobile, to unclamp the fixture, and rotates in a second direction the screw and make first clamping element and described secondClamping element dividually moves, to tighten the fixture.
Scheme 46: according to equipment described in scheme 44, which is characterized in that the fixture includes C clamp.
Scheme 47: according to equipment described in scheme 44, which is characterized in that the fixture includes wedge piece.
Scheme 48: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes keyboard drawer, describedKeyboard drawer is configured to support the keyboard.
Scheme 49: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the pedestal includes first end and second end,Elongated sections are extended between the first end and the support column.
Scheme 50: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the equipment further includes the first elevating mechanism, instituteState the first elevating mechanism the installation section is attached in such a way that the stroke range by the oblique angle can move it is describedSupport column, first elevating mechanism includes balance mechanism.
Scheme 51: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the stroke range at the oblique angle is at least about 14Inch.
Scheme 52: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the stroke range at the oblique angle is in about 14 EnglishIt is very little with about 24 inches between.
Scheme 53: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the stroke range at the oblique angle sitting posture position withStance extends between position.
Scheme 54: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes electronic console installationPart, keyboard drawer and the elongated sections between the electronic console installation part and the keyboard drawer, the installationPart further includes the mobile work face for the elongated sections for being attached to the installation section.
Scheme 55: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes mouse bracket, fileAt least one of folder, mobile work face and phone holders.
Scheme 56: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes one or more electronicsDisplay installation part, for one or more electronic consoles to be attached to the installation section.
Scheme 57: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes laptop bracketAnd/or notebook computer docking station.
Scheme 58: according to equipment described in scheme 41, which is characterized in that the installation section includes keyboard drawer and phaseThe electronic console installation part that can be moved for the keyboard drawer.
By reading below be described in detail it will be clear that these and different other features and advantage.
Specific embodiment
Following description be substantially it is schematical and will not limit the scope of the invention in any way, application orConstruction.In fact, following description provides certain practice explanations of illustrative examples for carrying out the present invention.For selectedElement provide the example of structure, material, size and manufacturing method, and all other element can be as the technology of the present inventionThe known to a person of ordinary skill in the art of field equally uses like that.Those skilled in the art will be clear that a variety of proposed examples haveVarious different suitable substitutions.
Some embodiments of the present invention, which generally provide, to be adapted to operator and sets to what various equipment were positionedIt is standby.For example, in some cases, positioning device can support such as electronic console, portable computer (i.e. laptop),Other calculating equipment of the article of keyboard and/or such as mouse.Just as used herein, term electronic console is for referring to electricityDepending on its, computer monitor, tablet computer and suitable for by electric signal show image other types of display.It is begged at thisThe embodiment of opinion, which provides, to be suitable for positioning such elevating mechanism for calculating equipment and is determined using the elevating mechanismMultiple examples of position equipment.However, it could be imagined that the embodiment of the present invention can be used for positioning wide variety of article, and thisThe range of invention is not limited to this.
Fig. 1,2A, 2B and 3 show embodiment according to the present invention positioning device 100 example.Fig. 1 is positioning device100 perspective view, and Fig. 3 is the side sectional view of positioning device 100.Fig. 2A is provided with the installation in first positionThe side view of partial positioning device 100, and Fig. 2 B shows the installation section in the second position.In this example, it positionsEquipment 100 is configured to relative to work surface bearing and mobile Single Electron display (not shown), keyboard (not shown) andMouse (not shown), wherein the working face supports the positioning device 100.It is more should to understand that positioning device 100 only embodiesOne of feasible device structure of kind.Other combinations of display, keyboard, indicator device and other equipment and attachment are canWith what is expected, and some of which will be further explained.
Positioning device 100 includes pedestal 102 and the support column 104 upwardly extended from the pedestal 102.Installation section 106108 ground of general vertical stroke range can be moved through and be attached to support column 104, allow installation section 106 relative to pedestal 102It is moved up and down with support column 104.For example, in some cases, elevating mechanism 109 (Fig. 3) is set, by installation section 106It is movably connected with support column 104.Installation section 106 is configured to bearing electronic console and keyboard, and makes themIt is together (for example, simultaneously) mobile in vertical stroke range 108.In the example as shown in Fig. 1,2A to 2B and 3, installationPart 106 includes electronic console installation part 110, is configured to couple to and supports electronic console.In addition, installation section106 include the keyboard drawer 112 for supporting keyboard and the mouse bracket 119 for supporting mouse or other indicator devices.
Referring to Fig. 2A and 2B, positioning device 100 is configured to by the bearing (shown in dotted line) of working face 118.For example, equipmentPedestal 102 may include one or more bottom surface sat idly on working face 118.According to some embodiments of the present invention,Positioning device 100 is advantageously configured in wide variety of work on hand face be, for example, desk, tables, pallet, sales counter etc.It sits idly on top surface.As used herein, term " working face " refers to the upper space of this article and has certainThe top flat member (for example, tables top or desk top) of thickness and one or more edges.In some cases, working face is waterIt is flat and with ground general parallel orientation.However, in certain embodiments, positioning device 100 can be configured to be attached to inclinationOr the working face that is slightly tilted.Positioning device 100 be relative to working face 118 it is mobile include computer monitor and keyboard notSame article provides one or more stroke ranges (for example, vertical stroke range 108).Therefore, positioning device 100 can permitOperator adjusts position of the equipment relative to working face 118.By positioning device 100 installation to working face thus can be by conventional listA position (for example, static or fixed height) working face conversion is converted into multiposition station.
It is contemplated that an example of application include that traditional fixation computer station is converted into multiposition (for example, how highDegree) computer station.In a variety of traditional occasions, computer station generally includes the work on hand face of such as desk or tablesOn simply sit idly monitor and keyboard.Although the position of monitor and keyboard sometimes can be little with respect in this occasionWorking face adjusts on a small quantity, but computer operator generally due to work on hand face height and be limited to single operating position.For example, traditional desk can only adapt to sitting posture position.According to some embodiments of the present invention, positioning device 100 can incite somebody to actionThis traditional fixed height computer station is converted into multiposition (for example, more height) computer station, and operator is allowed to adjust workPosition height with adapt to include sitting posture position and stance position multi-working position.
Turn to see Fig. 1,2A to 2B and 3, according to some embodiments, the pedestal 102 of positioning device 100 is configured in levelOr it sits idly on substantially horizontal working face.In some cases, pedestal 102 may be further configured to it is slightly angled orIt sits idly on inclined working face.In some cases, pedestal and positioning device can be configured to simply to sit idly/be seated against workMake on face without being attached to working face.But in certain embodiments, pedestal 102 and positioning device 100 are configured to pacifyIf to working face.As shown in Figure 2 A and 2B, in some embodiments, pedestal 102 includes fixture 120, is used for positioning device 100It removably installs at the edge for covering/sticking working face 118.In some embodiments, pedestal 102 utilizes the tight of more permanent typeFirmware such as adhesive and/or screw/bolt and mounting hole can also or actually fixedly be attached to working face 118.
By positioning device 100 be attached to working face can increase positioning device functionality and optionally can make it is fixedPosition equipment has the advantages that one or more compared with the equipment sat idly on working face with only not installing.For example, being installedPositioning device can have increased stability and be less prone to tumble compared with the positioning device that do not install.It is increased steadyIt is qualitative to make positioning device that there is specific understructure and/or moving range in some cases, otherwise will leadUndesirable unstability is caused, worst can not include specific desired character and/or structure in the positioning device that do not install.ExampleSuch as, in some cases, the pedestal with the area coverage for reducing or being limited can be made from the increased stability installedIt uses, which save materials and cost, release bigger working face for other application, and can provide and big understructureCompared to more aesthstic satisfactory structure.In some cases, be attached to working face enable positioning device with do not installPositioning device compared to moving through bigger vertical stroke range.Increase since increased stability caused by installing can also makePositioning device realizes horizontal translation, waves, rotates, pivoting and other movements, and this is for the positioning device that do not installIt is impossible.
The installation section 106 as shown in Fig. 1,2A to 2B and 3 includes frame, wherein 110 He of electronic console installation partKeyboard drawer 112 is attached to the frame.The frame can be formed a variety of different shapes.It, should according to preferred embodimentFrame is configured to support display installation part 110 and keyboard drawer 112 with the relationship at interval, and keyboard drawer 112 and displayDevice installation part 110, which is spaced from, allows operator to use the keyboard on bracket comfortably, while viewing is pacified on installation part 110If display.For example, keyboard drawer 112 can be compared with display installation part 110 in generally lower and more preceding position(closer to operator) is attached to frame.In the example as shown in Fig. 1,2A to 2B and 3, installation section 116 includes displayThe first part 111 that device installation part 110 was attached to extend generally vertically；Extend from vertical portion 111 is substantially horizontalSecond part 113；And the third portion extended generally downwardly from the end opposite with first part 111 of second part 113Divide 115.In this case, keyboard drawer 112 is via the Part IV 117 of the short general horizontal of installation section 106 in thirdPart 115 is attached to installation section 106 with 113 opposite end of second part.
According to some embodiments, display installation part 110 can be attached to installation section 106 in a manner of adjustable.In some embodiments, installation section 106 includes optional attached elevating mechanism 122, and one as first part 111Point, display installation part 110 is attached to the attached elevating mechanism.Attached elevating mechanism 122 provides different range-adjustable modelsIt encloses, display installation part 110 (and the electronic console installed) is allowed vertically to move relative to keyboard drawer 112,This can be used for providing monitor/keyboard layout structure for the operator of different statures.According to some embodiments, display installation110 portion of installing of part may include inclination and/or rotating mechanism, which allows installed display to incline in different directionsTiltedly and/or rotate.
In certain embodiments, the second part, Part III and Part IV of installation section 106 are configured with relativelyReduced profile, this can contribute to the visual impact of limitation positioning device 100 and/or increases what positioning device 100 did not occupiedSpace size.For example, in some embodiments, one or more of these parts of installation section can have and pedestalThe similar thickness of 102 thickness (for example, thickness of elongated portion 132 as described below).In certain embodiments, second part113, Part III 115 and Part IV 117 have about 1 inch or smaller thickness.In addition, in some cases, peaceFill the length of the elongated portion 132 of the width of part 106 and the length of second part 113, the length of pedestal 102 and/or pedestalIt is relatively narrow compared to can be.Referring to Fig. 1, in some embodiments, the width of installation section 106 and the width of support column 104It is roughly the same with the width of the elongated portion of pedestal 102.In some cases, which is about 5 inches or smaller.SomeIn embodiment, elongated portion of one or more of these parts 111,113,115 and 117 of installation section 106 with pedestal132 and/or support column 104 it is substantially parallel.
It is in some embodiments, that second, third and Part IV of installation section are spaced by two, substantially referring to Fig. 1Parallel leg (such as being made of metal, metal alloy, plastics etc.) 121,123 is formed, the two legs are from installation section 106The bottom end of first part 111 extend to keyboard drawer 112.Positioning can be further decreased by forming installation section in this wayThe visual impact of equipment allows operator to see the ambient enviroment between leg 121,123 (for example, working face 118, ground, wallWall etc.).In some embodiments, optional covering part 125 can pacify between the leg for forming the second installation section 113If.In a particular case, when installation section 106 is in its extreme lower position covering part 125 by pedestal 102 from operator'sIt is hidden in sight, thus the appearance of aesthstic pleasant is provided.
The pedestal 102 of positioning device 100, which may include, any to be suitble to support support column 104 and installation section on working face106 structure.As shown, in some embodiments, pedestal 102 includes first end 131 and second end 133, in first endA length is extended between second end.According to some embodiments, each section of pedestal is formed with low profile, thus minimize byAny obstruction caused by pedestal and the stroke range for maximizing installation section 106.For example, in some embodiments, pedestal 102The preceding elongated portion 132 extended between the first end 131 and support column 104 of pedestal have about 1 inch or smaller thicknessDegree.In addition, pedestal 102 can also include housing parts 134, the elevating mechanism 109 of equipment some or all are accommodated.According toSome embodiments, pedestal 102 include that the one or more extended from housing parts 134 and/or preceding elongated portion 132 is stablizedPart, to help so that pedestal 102 is stablized on working face 118.In the example as shown in Fig. 1,2A to 2B and 3, surelyFixed part includes leg 130, wherein the leg is extended at the second end 133 of pedestal from housing parts 134.Leg 130Extended with the first end 131 of an angle towards pedestal, it is envisioned that in some cases, leg 130 can vertically orAngularly extend with leaving from the first end of pedestal 131.
In some cases, the elongated portion 132 of pedestal moves through vertical stroke range institute with by installation section 106Plane (for example, section plane in Fig. 3) general parallel orientation of restriction.In some cases, pedestal can be configured to from operationThe visual angle of person, which is seen, is attached to work at the first end of pedestal 131 and/or second end 133 before or after support column respectivelyMake face.This structure can advantageously reduce area coverage of the pedestal 102 on working face, thus reserve more greatly for other activitiesSpace and for example in terms of the visual angle of operator reduce positioning device visual impact.Referring to Fig. 2A to 2B and 3, someIn situation, pedestal 102 includes the fixture 120 at the first end in pedestal, wherein 102 sets of pedestal of fixture permission/cardThe leading edge of working face 108 install.It, in some embodiments can be in the second (example of pedestal 102 although being not shownSuch as, rear) fixture is set at end, allow base sheath/back edge that sticks working face installs.In addition, it is contemplated that pedestal is oneThe fixture that can be configured on the side for example by being located at pedestal in a little situations is attached to a side or more for working faceA side.In addition, the elongated portion 132 of pedestal is along vertical with the plane of the vertical shift comprising installation section or angledDirection be directed.
Referring to Fig. 1 and 2A to 2B, in some embodiments, elongated sections 132 and the installation section 106 of pedestal 102113 general parallel orientation of second component.In addition, in some cases, the width of elongated sections 132 is with installation section frame the bottom of positioned atThe width of the second part 113 of seat directly above is roughly the same.The width of the elongated sections 132 of pedestal can also be with support column104 width is roughly the same.This structure can advantageously reduce area coverage of the pedestal 102 on working face, thus be itIts activity reserves greater room and reduces the visual impact of positioning device.For example, in some embodiments, the elongate area of pedestalSection 132, the first part 111 of installation section, second part 113 and/or Part III 115 and support column 104 widthDegree is equal to or less than about 5 inches.In some cases, frame of elongated sections, installation section and support column 104Width is equal to or less than the width for being attached to the electronic console installation part (for example, VSEA installation part) of installation section.
According to some embodiments, support column 104 is included individual component, such as is pacified using mounting bracket or other hardwareIf to pedestal 102.It is also be envisioned that support column 104 can be integrally formed with pedestal 102.In certain embodiments, it supports(although the angle is 90 degree in some embodiments) is installed/are formed together to column and pedestal 102 with non-90 degree angle.Such asIn example shown in Fig. 2 B, support column 104 is relative to pedestal 102 (and working face 118 below pedestal) at obtuse angle140 ground are upwardly extended from pedestal 102.The obtuse angle 140 facilitates the display that will be carried by positioning device and/or other equipmentsIt is centrally located at the desired position relative to pedestal 102, to improve stability.Angular range can depend on design quiltUsing and suitable for specific embodiment.In some embodiments, obtuse angle 140 is equal to or less than about 120 degree.SomeIn embodiment, obtuse angle 140 is equal to or less than 100 degree.In some embodiments, support column 104 and pedestal are with acute angle (for example, smallIn 90 degree) it is formed, it is upwards and mobile simultaneously towards operator which can permit installation section, display and keyboard.
The vertical stroke range that can be sized to be provided with any desired length for positioning device of support column 104108, thus installation section 106 is allowed to move through wide altitude range.As it is known, in support column 104 relative to pedestal at oneIn the case where positioning to angle, when installation section moves through vertical stroke range 108, equipment also provides a certain amount of levelIt is mobile.In one embodiment, the vertical stroke range of the positioning device of working face is attached in sitting position height and stance heightBetween extend, thus operator is allowed to use station from sitting posture position and stance position.For example, in certain embodiments, erectingDirect Travel range is at least about 14 inches.In some embodiments, vertical stroke range is at about 14 inches and about 24Between inch.Elevating mechanism 109 in positioning device can also be provided between the minimum level and top of stroke range 108Intermediate altitude multiple positions, thus adapt to other operating positions and/or the different operator of height.In some cases,The middle position of discrete number is set.In some cases, elevating mechanism 109 provides the unlimited number in vertical stroke range 108The middle position of amount.
Fig. 4 is the enlarged drawing of the side sectional view of Fig. 4, shows the keyboard drawer 112 of embodiment according to the present inventionDetails.According to some embodiments, installation section 106 (in this example, Part III 105 as described above) extend downwardly withKeyboard drawer 112 is connected.As shown in Fig. 2A, 3 and 4, installation section 106 bottom (e.g., including vertical stroke range 108Interior extreme lower position) in the range of, the first end 131 and working face of the Part III 115 of installation section 106 in pedestal 102It is extended downwardly before 118.When pallet is in a position in these down positions, installation section 106 is thus from working face118 tops extend to 118 lower section of working face.These embodiments can also cover pedestal from sight.Positioning device 100 is thusPosition keyboard drawer 112Below the plane locating for working face 118.Positioning device 100 is located at keyboard drawer 112 in plane locating for working face 118.On the contrary, positioning device 100 makes when installation section is located at higher height (for example, the extreme higher position in stroke range)Keyboard drawer 112 is obtained to be located in above plane locating for working face 118.
Thus, positioning device enables keyboard drawer to be located on or below plane locating for working face 118, even fixedThe pedestal 102 of position equipment is sat idly on working face 118.This regulating power can provide increased comfort for operator, thisIt is the positioning key in a manner of ergonomics for installed electronic console and/or the operator being seated on chairDisc holder 112 (and the keyboard supported on the bracket) Lai Shixian's.For example, keyboard drawer 112 is located in working face 118On or below operator can be made more easily to keep his or her ancon and forearm height in sitting posture position and be supportedKeyboard keeps sustained height or somewhat higher, thus helps to reduce and/or avoid unnecessary tight in operator's wristPower.
According to some embodiments, keyboard drawer 112 is attached to installation section 106 using leaning device 400, wherein described inclineOblique mechanism allows operator to adjust gradient of the keyboard drawer 112 relative to pedestal and working face.For example, in some cases, incliningOblique mechanism 400 allows keyboard to be directed with range from about -15 degree to the angle of about+15 degree relative to working face 118.OneIn a little embodiments, installation section 106 includes additionally or alternatively fold mechanism, wherein the fold mechanism allows keyDisc holder 112 is folded to pedestal 102 closer to ground.Fold mechanism thus can permit the overall ruler that operator reduces positioning deviceVery little, this is realized and keyboard drawer being folded away from operator when not in use and towards support column 104.In some realitiesIt applies in example, leaning device includes the hinge with general horizontal axis.This hinge can be equipped with friction mechanism.
Fig. 5,6 and 7 show the enlarged cross-sectional view of elevating mechanism 109, which can move installation section 106Ground is attached to support column 104.In some embodiments, elevating mechanism 109 includes that one or more is attached to leading for support column 104The deck (truck) 502 (for example, the bracket that can be moved) of rail 500 and wheel or sliding block with the engagement guide rail.OneIn a little situations, elevating mechanism 109 is positioned partially in support column 104 and is positioned partially in pedestal 102 (for example, being located at shellIn body portion 134).Elevating mechanism 109 can also be integrally located at the outer surface in support column 104, being attached to support column 104 orPerson is mounted in other useful modes.
According to some embodiments, elevating mechanism 109 can provide a degree of auxiliary for operator, by installation section106 move through stroke range 108.For example, in some embodiments, the offer of energy storage member 504 of such as stretching, extension spring is being adjustedThe pushing force of auxiliary operation person when the height of whole installation section 106.In some cases, stretching, extension spring member utilizes fixed plug506 and weight adjusting screw 508 can be mounted on adjusting in support column 104, wherein the screw can be rotated to twistTight and trip spring.Elevating mechanism 109 can be provided along the height and position of the discrete number of vertical stroke range or someIt can be provided in situation along an infinite number of height and position being continuously adjusted in vertical range.
According to some embodiments, elevating mechanism 109 includes the balance mechanism 510 using energy storage member 504, the balance mechanismSome or all of the weight of the electronic console and/or other equipments that are supported by installation section 106 can be offset.OnlyAs an example, elevating mechanism 109 can utilize one or more flexibilities using cam (for example, rotation cam) 512Tensioning member (for example, unshowned wire rod, cable, hawser, chain cable etc.) is attached to energy storage member 504 and deck 502.InIt is described in U.S. Patent Application Publication document US2006/0185563A1 common to the applicant submitted on the 28th of September in 2005One example of this balance mechanism, the U.S. Patent Application Publication entirety are combined and are hereby incorporated by reference.In some realitiesIt applies in example, elevating mechanism 109 includes the balance mechanism referring to double cam Figure 24 to 36 as described below.
Although there is described herein some examples of the feasible configurations for elevating mechanism, it should be apparent that wide variety ofElevating mechanism can be used for for installation section 106 and support column 104 capable of being movably connected to provide vertical stroke range 108 simultaneouslyAnd the scope of the present invention is not limited to specific lifting structure.For example, in some cases, elevating mechanism includes flexible bearingColumn.In some embodiments, elevating mechanism includes rotation cam, with such as stretching, extension spring, compressed spring, torsionspring or spiral shellThe energy storage member of rotation spring is connected.In some cases, elevating mechanism includes constant force springs and/or gas spring.According to oneA little embodiments, the implementation recorded in the patent publication us that elevating mechanism can be shared according to following one or more the applicantExample is set, i.e. U.S. Patent Application Publication document US 2008/0026892A1 that on July 26th, 2007 submits, 2007 years 5The moon submit within 4th U.S. Patent Application Publication document US 20070259554A1, the United States Patent (USP) submitted on November 3rd, 2004The US patent application publication No.6994306 that open source literature No.7506853 and on November 28th, 2000 submit.It is above-mentioned specialIt is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety in each of benefit and patent application publication.
Fig. 7 includes the enlarged cross-sectional view for the attached elevating mechanism 122 being initially shown in FIG. 3.It is attached according to some embodimentsBelong to elevating mechanism 122 and provide adjustable stroke range 700, allows (and the electronics installed of display installation part 110Display) relative to keyboard drawer (not shown) vertical shift.For example, elevating mechanism 122 is provided in some embodiments from bigAbout 3 inches to about 8 inches of additional vertical adjustment capability.Elevating mechanism 122 may include any suitable design, this to setMeter includes for the lucky any example as described above of elevating mechanism 109.For example, attached elevating mechanism 122 may include balanceMechanism, the balance mechanism can offset some or all of the weight of installed display by stroke range.SomeIn situation, attached elevating mechanism 122 includes moving the deck 702 being connected with one or more guide rails, is mentioned for electronic consoleFor the second vertical stroke range relative to keyboard drawer.The energy storage member 704 for such as stretching spring can be provided in adjustment and showThe pushing force of auxiliary operation person when showing the height of device installation part 110.In some cases, the tensile force of energy storage member 704 can be withIt is adjusted using weight adjusting screw or bolt 706.In addition, attached elevating mechanism 122 can in any suitable manner with peaceDress part 106 is connected, such as is attached to the outer surface of the frame of installation section or the cylindrical section positioned at installation section 106In (for example, first part 111) or it is positioned partially in it.
According to some embodiments, display installation part 110 by it is one or more of the other it is adjustable in a manner of be attached to mounting portionDivide 106.According to some embodiments, 110 portion of installing of display installation part includes leaning device 710 and rotating mechanism 712, they permitPerhaps the display installed is tilted and/or is rotated along a variety of different directions relative to positioning device.In some embodiments, inclineOblique mechanism may include offsetting spring system (for example, torsionspring system), gravimetric tilt system, friction pitch system or pearlOther feasible structures such as seat mechanism.On August 20th, the 2003 US patent application publication No.6997422 submitted, 2004 years 1US patent application publication No.7252277 and September in 2005 U.S. Patent Application Publication submitted on the 28th that the moon is submitted on the 17thDocument US 2006/0185563A1 provides the example of feasible leaning device and rotating mechanism, wherein each entirety knotConjunction is hereby incorporated by reference.
Illustrate another example of positioning device 800 according to an embodiment of the invention referring now to Fig. 8 A to 9B.The mode of perspective view shows the positioning device 800 for being respectively at and reducing position and raised position before Fig. 8 A and 8B.According to thisSome embodiments of invention, positioning device 800 are wanted to utilize same monitor and/or pen with sitting posture and stance in individual operatorRemember and is helpful in the application of this computer.For convenience, positioning device 800 can be referred to as " seat-is stood " for this applicationPositioning device.This seat-station equipment can it is expected to be helpful in the occasion for executing operation with different postures in operator,It is necessary or desired that this is executed on same station.For example, operator is it can be desirable to execute some operations in the position taken a seatAnd other operations are executed in the position of standing.The particular embodiment of the present invention provides unique seat-and stands positioning device, withExisting, independent working face (for example, desk top surface, tables top surface, sales counter top surface etc.) is mutually compatible with to form a seat-and stand workPosition.If desired, positioning device allows operator to use the station in multiple height, without independent at multiple heightWorking face.Therefore, operator need not be moved to different stations, also adjustable seat-stand station height and continue existNew height uses existing station.In addition, as described above, some embodiments of the present invention allow relatively large stroke range,And lesser area coverage is occupied on the working face of space preciousness.
Fig. 9 A and 9B are not to be supported with display and laptop, be respectively at and reduce determining for position and raised positionThe rear perspective view of position equipment 800.Referring to Fig. 8 A to 9B, 800 embodiment according to the present invention of positioning device is in addition to laptopThe electronic console of 802 form of computer monitor is also supported other than 804.Positioning device 800 include pedestal 810 and with the pedestal810 connected general vertical support columns 812.Removable installation part 850 can movably be attached to support column 812 and will prisonVisual organ 802 and laptop 804 are attached to the equipment.In some cases, installation section 850 can also be by keyboard drawer855 and mouse bracket 857 can movably be attached to support column 812.
Referring to Fig. 9 A and 9B, equipment 800 includes the crossbeam 860 for being attached to installation section 850, is used to install different dressesIt is standby.For example, in some cases, monitor installation part 862 (for example, standard VESA connector), laptop bracket 864 and/orOther equipment installation parts are attached to crossbeam 860, allow installation section 850 support and mobile monitors, laptop and/or itsIt is equipped.However, it should be clear that wide variety of equipment can be moved by installation section 850 and the scope of the present invention not withWhich is limited.For example, installation section 850 can be configured to support and move one or more monitors and/or notebookThe combination of computer or other equipments.In some embodiments, installation section 850 is configured to bearing simultaneously mobile monitors and notesThe combination of this computer (for example, two monitors and a laptop, three monitors and a laptop).OneIn a little embodiments, installation section 850 is configured to bearing and mobile multiple monitors, such as groups of two, three or fourOr more monitor.(see some examples of the installation part scheme of Figure 17 A to 17D.)
As shown in Fig. 8 A, 8B, 9A and 9B, positioning device 800 can provide for the monitor and laptop installedBig stroke range.According to some embodiments, the height for equipping (with installation section 850) can be set to the nothing in stroke rangeLimit any one of quantity height.Fig. 8 A and 9A show the positioning device 800 in low level (for example, for sitting posture), andFig. 8 B and 9B show the positioning device 800 in high-order (for example, for stance).In order to be monitor 802 and notebook electricityBrain 804 provides this adjustability, and in some cases, positioning device 800 may include rising as described above with referring to figs. 1 to 6The similar elevating mechanism of descending mechanism 109 or the elevating mechanism 3116 as described below referring to Figure 24 to 36.Fig. 9 A and 9B are shownThe elevating mechanism 3116 being integrated in positioning device 800.As shown, wheel 3120 and the first cam 3124, the second cam3126 and 3130 (not shown) of pulley system be located in pedestal 810.Energy storage member 3144 (being in this case stretching, extension spring)Couple in support column 812 and between support column 812 and the rest part of elevating mechanism.
According to some embodiments, installation section 850 itself can be provided between the component installed it is a degree of canTonality.For example, in some cases, the second elevating mechanism is incorporated into or is attached to reference as shown in Fig. 8 A, 8B, 9A and 9BThe installation section 850 as described above Fig. 7.This advantageouslys allow for such as crossbeam 860 and monitor 802 and laptop 804Height is adjusted relative to keyboard drawer 855, to adapt to different operators.
In embodiment as shown in figs. 8 a and 8b, support column 812 is connected to pedestal 810 with an angle, this will be for that will superviseIt is helpful that the center of gravity of visual organ 802 and laptop 804, which is located in the desired locations relative to pedestal 810 to improve stability,'s.According to some embodiments, positioning device 800 is advantageously configured to and the existing level working face of such as desk or tables816 are used together.For example, pedestal 810 may include multiple stable legs 870, wherein the leg by equipment 800 erectlyIt is maintained on working face 816.In some feelings, pedestal 810 includes fixture 814, which is suitable for installing positioning device 800Or it is fixed to horizontal operation face 816.
As described above, positioning device may include pedestal, the pedestal is suitable for supporting bearing on working face using anyThe structure of column and installation section.With continued reference to Fig. 8 A to 9B, according to some embodiments of the present invention, pedestal 810 includes first endAnd second end, elongated sections are extended between the first end and second end.According to some embodiments, each portion of elongated sectionsDivide and be formed with low profile, thus minimizes any obstruction as caused by pedestal and maximize the stroke model of installation section 850It encloses.In some cases, the elongated sections of pedestal 810 and 850 general parallel orientation of installation section.
In addition, in some embodiments, the width and the installation section frame of pedestal and support column 812 directly above of elongated sectionsThe width of frame is roughly the same.This structure can advantageously reduce area coverage of the pedestal 810 on working face, thus be itIts activity reserves greater room and reduces the visual impact of positioning device.For example, in some embodiments, the elongate area of pedestalSection, installation section frame and support column 812 width is equal to or less than about 5 inches.In some cases, carefullyLong section, installation section frame and support column 812 width is equal to or less than the electronic display for being attached to installation sectionShow the width of device installation part (for example, VESA installation part).
As referring to figs. 1 to described in 4, in some embodiments, the pedestal 102 of positioning device 100 can use fixture120 are removably attached to working face.According to an embodiment of the invention, can be used for can by positioning device for a plurality of types of fixturesReleasably it is attached to working face.Figure 10 A is the perspective view of the screw clamp 1000 of embodiment according to the present invention.According to someEmbodiment, the offer of screw clamp 1000 have the advantages that more clamping devices compared with conventional brace, including provide low profile folderTool still adapts to the working face with scantling range using same fixture simultaneously.Figure 10 B, 10C, 10D and 10E are spiral respectivelyTop view, front view, bottom view and the side view of fixture 1000.Screw clamp 1000 includes two clamping elements 1002,1004(for example, U-bend broken line material), they include upper portion 1012,1014 and lower portion 1022,1024, and the upside is underIt assembles and can be adjusted through the lower and upper table with working face 1030 in the edge that side section covers/stick working face 1030Face squeezes together and clamps to working face 1030.The lower portion 1022,1024 of clamping element is in a manner of interval (for example, benefitWith bracket 1032) it is linked together, so that upper portion 1012,1014 can be pivoted around fixed lower portion, to cover/blockWorking face 1030 edge clamping.In some embodiments, bracket 1032 is attached to or is formed as the pedestal of positioning deviceA part, thus allow fixture 1000 that positioning device is attached to working face 1030.
According in some embodiments, expansion screw 1040 is threaded onto the upper portion of the first and second clamping elements.RotationScrew 1040 unclamps and tightens fixture 1000 and the upper portion of clamping element is drawn together and is pushed open.In some implementationsIn example, if threaded insertion piece 1042 passes through the upside that the hole 1044 that is slidably matched is rotatably coupled to each clamping elementPart.Insertion piece 1042 includes threaded hole 1046, vertically oriented with the hole that is slidably matched, and the threaded hole receives screw1040 end.In some cases, adjusting nut 1050 installs (for example, welding or machining) to screw 1040, to helpIn the rotation of screw 1040.Be rotated in a first direction nut 1050 and screw 1040 make clamping element upper portion 1012,1014 are moved apart, and the interval between the part of the upper side and lower side to reduce clamping element 1002,1004 simultaneously thus covers/blocksThe edge of working face 1030 tighten fixture 1000.To clamp along opposite second direction rotating nut 1050 and screw 1040The upper portion 1020,1014 of element is to moving together, between the upper side and lower side part to increase clamping element 1002,1004Interval and thus cover/stick working face 1030 edge unclamp fixture 1000.
Figure 11 A to 11E is the different views of another type of screw clamp 1100 according to some embodiments of the present inventionFigure, wherein the screw clamp can be used for covering/edge that sticks working face removably couples positioning device.Screw clamp1100 include two clamping elements 1102,1104 (for example, U-bend broken line material), wherein the clamping element includes upper portion1112,1114 and lower portion 1122,1124, the upper side and lower side part covers/sticks the edge dress of working face 1130Match and can be adjusted to clamp to working face 1130.The upper portion 1112,1114 of clamping element (example in a manner of intervalSuch as, bracket 1132 is utilized) it is linked together, so that lower portion 1122,1124 can be pivoted around fixed upper portion, with set/ stick working face 1130 edge clamping.In some embodiments, bracket 1132 is attached to or is formed as the bottom of positioning deviceA part of seat, thus allow fixture 1100 that positioning device is attached to working face 1130.
According to some embodiments, expansion screw 1140 is threaded onto the lower portion of the first and second clamping elements.Rotate spiral shellNail 1140 unclamps and tightens fixture 1100, this be by by the lower portion of clamping element to pulling together and push realization open.In some embodiments, if threaded insertion piece 1142 is rotatably coupled to the lower portion of each clamping element.InsertionPart 1142 includes threaded hole 1146, and the threaded hole and lower portion are vertically oriented, and the threaded hole receives the end of screw 1140Portion.In some cases, adjusting nut 1150 installs (for example, welding or machining) to screw 1140, to facilitate screw1140 rotation.In addition, in some cases, extrusion 1160 be slidably mounted to set threaded insertion piece 1142 andFlat surfaces are provided above expansion screw, so as to the bottom in engaging work face.It can for example, each setting threaded insertion piece 1142With with "T"-shaped extension 1162, which is assemblied in the slot 1164 of extrusion 1160.It is rotated in a first direction nut1150 and screw 1140 lower portion 1122,1124 of clamping element is moved away, to reduce clamping element 1102,1104The upper side and lower side part between interval and thus abut against the bottom of working face 1130 and tighten extrusion 1160.Along oppositeTwo direction rotating nuts 1150 and screw 1140 make the lower portion 1122,1124 of clamping element to moving together, to increaseBetween the upper side and lower side part of clamping element 1102,1104 interval and thus cover/stick working face 1130 edge pineOpen fixture 1100.
Other than providing relatively low profile above working face 1130, the screw clamp as shown in Figure 11 A to 11E1100 also occupy Minimum Area in the side of working face 1130, this is because expansion screw 1140 and extrusion 1160 are located in workMake 1130 lower section of face.
Figure 12 to 14 is the edge that can positioning device be covered/be stuck working face according to some embodiments of the present inventionThe different views for the C-clamp 1200 removably installed.C-clamp 1200 includes the upper bracket for being attached to lower bracket 12041202.In certain embodiments, upper and lower bracket is respectively provided with into two legs of right angle formation, this allows bracket by squeezingThe edge for being pressed on the upper surface 1232 and lower surface 1234 of working face 1230 and covering/stick working face 1230 clamps.In addition,Lower bracket 1204 (or upper bracket as an alternative) may include mounting groove 1210, wherein the mounting groove provides and upper bracketAdjustable sliding engagement, so that fixture 1200 can be adjusted to be attached to working face with different thickness.For example, screw/spiral shellBolt 1212 is inserted into slot and matches with nut, by upper and lower bracket to tightening together.In some embodiments,Upper leg 1202 can be formed a part of the pedestal of positioning device.In these embodiments, pedestal extend forward andThe edge of working face is bent downward, to form upper leg 1202.
In certain embodiments, lower bracket 1204 can be connected with more than one structure and upper bracket 1202, thus suitableThere should be the working face of bigger thickness range.Referring to Figure 12, in some embodiments, lower bracket 1204 includes the first leg 1220With the second leg 1222, the length of the first leg 1220 is greater than the length of the second leg 1222.Turn to see Figure 13 A, in some casesIn, the second short leg 1222 can be connected with upper bracket, to cover/stick the working face clamping with relative small thickness.InIn the case where specific, the first long leg 1220 can be connected with upper bracket as shown in Figure 13 B, thus cover/stick have compared withThe working face clamping of big thickness.Therefore, C-clamp 1200 can be adjusted with by positioning device be attached to extensively it is a variety of in advanceSome working faces.
Turn to see Figure 14, in some embodiments, adjustable pressure mechanism 1250 can be further improved the behaviour of C-clamp 1200Make, this is to cover/stick the edge of working face 1230 by providing and more grip to hold and realize.For example, in some cases, underEach of first and second legs of bracket 1204 are configured to the threaded rod 1260 of tapped receptor screw knob 1262.Screw threadKnob further includes washer 1264 or other engagement members, wherein the washer or other engagement members are turned in screw knob 1262It is pressed onto when dynamic in the lower surface 1234 of working face 1230.According to this embodiment, it can be used on the working face of wide ranges of thicknessesSame C-clamp 1200, without using the screw knob with extremely long threaded rod.In fact, having the spiral shell compared with short thread barLine knob is utilized in which can have additional adjustability, wherein the additional adjustability by upper and lower bracket 1202,1204 andThe different structure of adjustable connection between bracket provides.Therefore, some embodiments provide little profile fixtures 1200, whereinWhen be mounted on thicker desk surface in fixture, screw knob 1262 stretches out a lesser amount.
Figure 15 is the side view of another fixture 1500 according to some embodiments of the present invention, and the fixture is by positioning device set/ edge that sticks working face 1502 removably installs.Fixture 1500 includes C-shaped bracket 1504, and wherein the C-shaped bracket hasHave the upper leg 1506 positioned on the upper surface of working face 1508, abut working face edge 1511 middle leg portion 1510,And the lower leg 1512 positioned under the lower surface of working face 1514.In some embodiments, upper leg 1506 can installTo or be formed as positioning device pedestal a part.Lower leg 1512 includes on this is oblique 1516 above oblique facing towards upper leg1506 oblique angles are and at the same time leg 1510 extends towards the middle.Fixture 1500 further includes the upper surface of adjacent lower leg 1,512 1516Wedge piece 1520.Wedge piece 1520 is located between the lower leg of C-shaped bracket 1504 and the lower surface 1514 of working face 1502.C-shapedBracket 1504 and wedge piece 1520 can be by showing any material of proper strength feature (for example, metal, metal alloy, modelingMaterial etc.) it is formed.
In certain embodiments, wedge piece includes nut (not shown), and wherein nut thread engagement is across C-shaped bracketThe screw 1522 that 1504 (for example, passing through middle leg portion 1510) extend.Be rotated in a first direction screw 1522 make along tiltedly onLeg 1510 pulls wedge piece towards the middle in face 1516.The movement is applied between lower leg 1512 and the lower surface 1514 of working faceAdd the pressure of incrementss, clamps C-shaped bracket 1504 to cover/stick the edge of working face.It is rotated in a second direction, screw 1522So that wedge piece is pushed back away from middle leg portion 1510 along inclined-plane 1516, thus reduces pressure and allow bracket 1504 from set/ stick working face 1502 edge state take out.1500 sets of fixture of the movement thus permission of wedge piece 1520/stick workIt removably installs at the edge for making face 1502.The movement of wedge piece 1520 advantageously occurs in C-shaped bracket 1504, thus isFixture 1500 provides most smooth (for example, in addition to head of screw 1,522 1524) and unobtrusive outer profile.
As being discussed referring to Fig. 1 to 4, in some embodiments, the pedestal 102 of positioning device 100 can use allAs the fastener of adhesive and/or screw/bolt and mounting hole is fixedly attached to working face.Figure 16 is shown according to the present inventionOne example of embodiment, wherein install plate 1600 and be used together with screw or bolt 1602, positioning device 1604 is installedTo working face 1606.In this case, working face 1606 includes through-hole (not shown), which can be in the process for installing processingIt is middle to be previously formed or drilled or be cut out.The pedestal of positioning device includes nut (not shown), and nut thread engagement is insertedEnter the screw or bolt 1602 in through-hole.It tightens screw/bolt 1602 and positioning device 1604 is fixedly thus attached to workFace 1606.In some embodiments, working face 1606 may include multiple through-holes, and the pedestal of positioning device may includeMultiple nuts, wherein the nut allows multiple screw/bolts that positioning device is fixed to working face.In specific embodimentIn, plate 1600 is installed optionally for increasing the rigidity/stability installed and allowing using less screw/bolt, this is logicalIt crosses so that the pressure of each screw/bolt is expanded to and realized on the broader area of the lower surface of working face 1606.In some feelingsIn condition, single screw/bolt can be combined with plate 1600 is installed, and positioning device is suitably fixed to working face.
Turning to see Fig. 1,2A, 2B and 3, positioning device 100 is configured to bearing Single Electron display, keyboard and mouse, andAnd the working face relative to bearing positioning device 100 moves them.As described above, this is only in a variety of viable device structuresOne.Other combinations of installation part for display, keyboard, indicator device and other equipment and attachment and optional featureOther combinations are also to be contemplated that, will now describe some of which.
Turn to see Figure 16, in some cases, the major part (for example, a part of non-pedestal) of positioning device can have phaseThe ability for rotating or rotating for working face.Figure 16 also shows optional turntable 1610, which can be attached to or be wrappedInclude a part of the pedestal for positioning device 1604.Turntable 1610 allow positioning device around turntable axis rotation/rotation, thusSo that operator uses positioning device from multiple sides of working face 1606.Turntable 1610 use thus can provide it is improvedFunctionality, this is helpful the tables of circular tables or arbitrary shape.
Turn to see Figure 17 A to 17D, shows the perspective view of the positioning device with different mount schemes.Although of the inventionSome preferred embodiments are configured to bearing electronic console and keyboard, but some positioning devices can be constructed with multipleInstallation part and supporting member optional and/or as substitution, to install and support other articles.For example, in some cases,The installation section of positioning device may include electronic console installation part, laptop installation part, keyboard drawer, mouse supportAt least one of frame, file, mobile work face and phone holders.In some cases, positioning device includes moreA display installation part, for supporting the electronic console of two or more such as computer monitors.Positioning device can be with canSelection of land includes laptop bracket and/or notebook depressed place as other installation parts and supporting member alternately or additionally.
Fig. 1 to 3 shows the example of positioning device 100, which includes installation section 106, wherein the installationPart has individual monitor installation part 110 and keyboard drawer 112.Installation section 106 also supports mouse bracket 119, whereinThe mouse bracket is attached to keyboard drawer 112.As shown in Figure 17 A and 17B, crossbeam can also be attached to installation section, withJust two or more articles are installed.Figure 17 A shows the example of positioning device 1700, which includes installation section1702, wherein the installation section has dual screen installation part 1704, wherein the dual screen installation part is installed to crossbeam1706.Equipment 1700 further includes keyboard drawer 1708 and mouse bracket 1710.Figure 17 B shows the reality of positioning device 1720Example, wherein the positioning device includes installation section 1722, and the installation section has the individual monitor of installation to crossbeam 1728Installation part 1724 and laptop bracket 1726.Equipment 1720 further includes keyboard drawer 1727 and mouse bracket 1729.Such as figureShown in 17A and 17B, article can be installed by various structures to crossbeam, wherein the structure includes central mountings (Figure 17 A)And/or the installation part (Figure 17 B) above crossbeam.Article can be installed additionally or alternatively in below the crossbeam.Figure17C shows the positioning device 1730 similar with equipment as shown in Figure 17 A 1700, but the positioning device further includes being attached toThe additional bearing surface 1732 of keyboard drawer 1734 and mouse bracket 1736.Bearing surface 1732 includes file for bearing, writesApparatus, any amount of article of computer part (for example, loudspeaker, storage device etc.) or operator want to be placed on handAny other article is helpful.In some cases, bearing surface 1732 can be attached in a movable manner keyboard/Mouse bracket, thus (for example, horizontally and/or vertically) is allowed to relocate bearing surface.Figure 17 D is shown and such as Figure 17 BShown in the similar positioning device 1740 of equipment 1720.The equipment 1740 further includes file 1742, and file, which is attached to, to be setStandby installation section.
Figure 18 and 19 shows two additional embodiments of the invention comprising is attached to the mobile work of positioning deviceFace.Figure 18 is the schematic diagram of positioning device 1800, which includes pedestal 1802, and wherein the front end of the pedestal is attached to workMake face 1804.Support column 1806 is movably coupled to installation section (not separately shown), wherein installation section bearing peaceIf to the display 1808 of display installation part.Installation section further includes mobile work face 1810.Working face 1810 is used asKeyboard drawer, but additionally provide and can be used for the workspace such as reading or mark paper document, bearing various articles.Such asIt is upper described, installing (for example, removably utilizing adhesive or other fastenings using fixture or fixedly between each positioning devicePart) can be advantageously equipment 1800 be provided with increased stability and/or allow pedestal 1802 have reduced covering surfaceProduct.
Figure 19 is the perspective view of another positioning device 1900, which includes being attached to moving for its installation sectionWorking face 1902.For example, in some cases, working face can be clamped to or fixedly be installed (for example, using screw/bolt)To the general horizontal second component 113 of installation section 106 as shown in Figures 1 to 4.Mobile work face 1902 thus and mounting portionDivide and simultaneously moved with keyboard drawer 1904 and mouse bracket 1906, but divides with keyboard drawer 1904 and mouse bracket 1906It opens.In some cases, the display installation part for supporting display 1908 can be adjusted independently of working face 1902 (for example, ginsengIt is as described above according to the attached elevating mechanism 122 in Fig. 1 to 6).In some embodiments, positioning device 1900 includes fixture 1910,For equipment to be removably attached to existing working face 1912, this can be mentioned compared with simply sitting idly on working face 1912For increased stability.
Figure 20 A and 20B diagrammatically illustrate embodiment according to the present invention and are respectively at raised position and reduce positionThe preceding perspective view of positioning device 2000.The equipment includes pedestal 2002, and wherein the front end of the pedestal is attached to working face 2004.BranchBearing column 2006 is movably coupled to installation section (not separately shown), wherein installation section bearing is attached to display peaceThe display 2008 of piece installing.Installation section includes keyboard arm 2010 and the keyboard drawer being connected 2012.Installation section is (single not yetSolely show) it is configured to move up and down with installation section relative to support column 2006, keyboard drawer 2012 and display 2008It moves up and down by general vertical stroke range 2014.As seen in figs. 2 oa and 2 ob, the general vertical stroke of keyboard drawer 2012Range is integrally located at 2004 top of working face in this embodiment.Equipment 2000 thus provides multiposition station, allows keyDisc holder 2014 and display 2008 are moved between two or more positions (for example, height and position) above working face 2004It is dynamic.In some embodiments, positioning device 2000 further includes for equipment to be removably or fixedly attached to existing workThat makees face 2004 installs mechanism (for example, fixture).It installs mechanism and can provide and increase compared with simply sitting idly on working face 2004The stability added.
Figure 21 A and 21B are that embodiment according to the present invention is respectively at raised position and reduces the positioning device of positionThe schematic diagram of 2100 preceding perspective view.Positioning device 2100 with as equipment 2000 shown in Figure 20 A and 20B it is similar.In addition, fixedPosition equipment 2100 includes extendable keyboard arm 2110, makes operator that 2112 self-supporting column 2104 of keyboard drawer is pulled away from (courtTo operator) or push keyboard drawer to support column 2104 (far from operator).Extendable keyboard arm 2110 may include appointingWhat suitable unfolding mechanism, for example including sliding block and/or roller.In some cases, extendable keyboard arm 2110 can be relative toPositioning device 2100 is horizontally waved and/or is vertically moved.
Figure 22 A to 22C is the preceding solid of the positioning device 2200 with rotating function of embodiment according to the present inventionFigure.Rotating function can provide in any suitable manner, including use rotating mechanism or connector with by display installation part andDisplay 2202 is attached to support column 2204.Rotating function allows 2202 rolling of display to adjust viewing angle.OneIn a little embodiments, positioning device 2200 is attached to working face 2206 (for example, as described above removably or fixedly), thus makesIt is dangerous without having the reduction that equipment is toppled to obtain rocking display devices 2202.
Figure 23 A to 23C is the front view of the crossbeam of embodiment according to the present invention.As described elsewhere, of the inventionSome embodiments provide the positioning devices with one or more crossbeams, wherein the crossbeam is used for the installation of more than one piece equipment extremelySupport column (for example, " lifter ").Some examples of crossbeam are discussed referring for example to Figure 17 A to 17D.Figure 23 A is according to the present inventionEmbodiment another crossbeam 2300 front view.Crossbeam 2300 is generally configured to slender arm, which has bearingColumn installation section 2302, the support column installation section is centered about along crossbeam 2300 in this case.One or more displayDevice or other types of equipment can be directly mounted to crossbeam 2300 or be installed indirectly using suitable coupling mechanism.
Figure 23 B and 23C are the front views of another crossbeam 2350, the crossbeam can be used for supporting in positioning device one orMore than one piece equipment.Crossbeam 2350 is configured to elongate arm assemblies, with support column installation section 2352, the support column mounting portionDivide includes four for installing crossbeam 2350 to the bolt hole of support column.Arm component include the first fixed part 2354 andMovable part 2356, wherein first fixed part is kept fixed relative to installation section 2352, the movable part is utilizedPin 2358 is attached to the fixed part.One end of movable part 2356 is rotated around the axis 2360 being located on pin 2358.Thus,Installing can be relative to the fixed part 2354 of arm component to the display of the movable part 2356 of arm component or other equipmentsMobile (that is, waving).Movable part can be arranged on the left or right side of support column.
The embodiment of the present invention further includes the method for positioning electronic display and keyboard.Referring to Fig. 8 A to 9B, oneExemplary process is related to selecting existing general horizontal working face 816, and provides the positioning device of such as positioning device 800.In some cases, positioning device has the pedestal 810 for being configured to sit idly on working face 816, upwardly extends from pedestal 810Support column 812 and installation section 850, wherein the installation section passes through the vertical stroke model relative to working face 816It encloses and is movably coupled to support column 812.This method further includes positioning device 800 being attached to working face 816, and utilize and setStandby installation section 850 supports electronic console 802 and keyboard.This method further includes in the sitting posture position relative to working face 816Set mobile installation section 850 between (for example, Fig. 8 A) and stance position (for example, Fig. 8 B).
According to some embodiments of the present invention, localization method further includes same with (for example, on keyboard drawer 855) keyboardWhen mobile electron display 802.In addition, an exemplary process further includes relative to keyboard mobile electron display 802.BehaviourAuthor can also adjust the angle of keyboard and/or electronic console relative to working face 816, this is for example by manipulating such asThe joint installation part of inclination and/or rotating mechanism is realized.In another embodiment, localization method includes by positioning device set/ stick one of leading edge, back edge and side edge of working face 816 and install.
In some embodiments, the method for positioning electronic display and keyboard includes by positioning device (for example, hereinOne of positioning device discussed) it is attached to working face, electronic console is supported using installation section, is supported using installation sectionKeyboard, and installation section is made to move through vertical stroke range, so that electronic console and keyboard are relative to support columnIt is mobile simultaneously with working face.This method further includes that the pedestal of positioning device is rigidly attached to working face.For example, pedestal can lead toIt crosses and fastener is inserted into working face and is rigidly installed.In some cases, this method includes that the pedestal of positioning device is removableIt is attached to working face with unloading.In some cases, removably installing can be realized by clamping pedestal to working face.It is realApplying example further includes so that installation section is moved in vertical stroke range, so that keyboard is moved to working face below working faceTop.In some cases, installation section can also or can move in vertical stroke range as an alternative, thusKeyboard and electronic console move between the sitting posture position and stance position relative to working face.According to some embodiments, showMeaning property method further includes so that installation section is mobile, so that electronic console is independently of keyboard mobile.In some cases, keyDisk is also adjustable relative to the angle of working face.
As (example be seat-stand positioning device) can be subjected to and more conventional fixed supervise it is found that multiposition stationVisual organ installation part is compared to more frequent adjustment (for example, in a working day repeatedly).Some embodiments of the present invention provide literDescending mechanism, wherein the elevating mechanism because offset increased joint and the cycle life of equipment can be increased.With the applicationPatent agency document number 44374.95.2, the title Display Positioning Apparatus and submitted simultaneouslyThe lifting in this way of one kind including the balance mechanism with multiple cams is described in the Copending U.S. Patent Application of MethodThe example of mechanism.44374.95.2 application is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.Certainly, a variety of other types of elevating mechanismsIt can be used like that as noted above.Referring now to Figure 24 to 36, explanation includes lifting/balance mechanism using double surfaces cam3116 illustrative examples.
Figure 24 is the front view according to the equipment 3100 of illustrative examples.The equipment 3100 of Figure 24 includes pedestal 3102And it is connected to the general vertical support column 3106 of pedestal 3102, it is similar to referring to figs. 1 to 22C embodiment as described above.BottomSeat may include any structure for support apparatus.In some embodiments, pedestal may include the horizontal plane of relatively flat,It is suitable for being placed on horizontal operation face.In other embodiments, pedestal includes for clamping equipment to the folder of horizontal planeTool or the wall bracket for equipment to be attached to vertical wall.Supporting member can be connected to pedestal by any suitable means.InIn some embodiments, supporting member is as pivotally connected to pedestal, so that supporting member can be pivoted relative to pedestal.In such as Figure 24 instituteIn the embodiment shown, supporting member is connected to pedestal with an angle.The angle facilitate the monitor that will be carried by supporting member orThe center of gravity of other equipment is located in the desired locations relative to pedestal to improve stability.
It can also be seen that each section of balance mechanism 3116 in Figure 24.As being described in more detail herein, such as schemeEach section of balance mechanism shown in 24 includes the 3120, first cam 3124 of wheel and the second cam 3126 and pulley system3130。
Figure 25 is the exploded view of Figure 24.As can be seen that generally vertical support column 3106 includes in Figure 25First part 3136 and second part 3140.As shown in figure 27, after complete assembling, installation section 3150 (such as exist sometimesReferred to herein as " deck (truck) ") it is connected with second part 3140.Installation section 3150 and second part 3140 are with each otherThe mode of sliding engagement disposes, so that installation section can be translated relative to second part 3140.For example, second part 3140 canTo include guide rail 3141, and installation section 3150 may include the wheel rolled along guide rail.Generally, 3136 He of first partSecond part 3140 is connected to pedestal 3102, and installation section 3150 is connected to relative to first part 3136 and second partThe 3140 one or more monitors translated together with installation section 3150 and/or other calculating equipment.For example, installation section3150 could be attached to or integrally comprise referring to figs. 1 to 6 installation sections as described above.As shown in figure 25, energy storage member3144 are connected to second part 3140.Energy storage member 3144 may include any device for being suitable for storing potential energy, including spring (exampleSuch as, spring, compressed spring, torsionspring etc. are stretched).Energy storage member can be via energy storage member adjustment mechanism 3146 (for example, toolStandoff bolt can change effective static (at-rest) length of energy storage member at the time of activation) and adjust.
Balance mechanism 3116 provides equilibrant force between the first and second parts and installation section 3150 of support column, thusThe equipment for being connected to installation section can be located in any desired height along stroke range by operator, while be only had to gramThe frictional force of dress system.In addition, because of the equilibrant force as provided by balance mechanism, so installation section will keep its setting positionAnd user is it is not necessary that any locking device engages.
In the embodiment of Figure 24 and Figure 25, wheel 3120 is connected to the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126, wherein firstCam and the second cam are rotated with the rotation of wheel.As shown, the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126 can be arrangedFor the cam member of independent one.In addition, wheel and cam member can be set to the difference directly to connect together via axis 3121Component.In other embodiments, they can integrally be formed and/or spaced apart during installation.In some implementationsIn example, the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126 utilize the polymer for molding or being molded such as ABS plastic or nylon quiltIt is formed.In certain embodiments, cam can be formed by the aluminium machined.Figure 29 A, 29B and 30 are provided according to thisThe perspective view and side elevation of the cam member including the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126 of the embodiment of invention.Figure31 and 32 provide the perspective view and side elevation of the wheel 3120 of embodiment according to the present invention.
Figure 26 A and 26B provide other perspective views of balance component 3116, show wheel 3120, the according to the embodimentOne cam 3124, the second cam 3126, pulley system 3130 and energy storage member 3144 arragement construction.In some embodimentsIn, the flexible member that the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126 are sent via one or more around pulley system 3130 is (sometimesReferred to as tensioning or tensile member) it is directly connected with energy storage member 144.Flexible member can be rope or cable and may includeSuitable for any material of transmission force, such as tensile polymer.Referring to Figure 26 B, in some cases, the first cam 3124 andTwo cams 3126 are connected indirectly via pulley system 3130 and energy storage member 3144.Figure 33 and 34 shows pulley system 3130One embodiment, which includes cam pulley 3164,3168 and the energy storage member that is connected with the cam pulleyBelt wheel 3160.As shown, in some embodiments, energy storage member belt wheel and cam pulley are set in a manner of single structureIt sets.
In some embodiments, each of the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126 utilize independent individually flexible memberOne of part and cam pulley 3164,3168 are connected, and energy storage member belt wheel 3160 is via individual flexible member and energy storage member3144 are connected.Referring to Figure 24, in some embodiments, pulley system 3130 includes through-hole 3131,3132 energy of single flexible elementEnough threading by the through-hole and then be connected with cam 3124,3126 (wherein every end of flexible member respectively with a cam phaseConnection).This arragement construction is shown in Figure 26 B.When cam rotates and pulls (or release) flexible member 3132, flexible member3132 engage with cam pulley and from each cam pulley uncoiling (or correspondingly wind).
According to preferred embodiment, wheel 3120 is attached to the installation section of supporting member using additional flexible member 31353150, so that wheel 3120 is rotated relative to pedestal 3102 as installation section 3150 is mobile relative to supporting member.Such as Figure 25 andShown in 26B, additional direction change belt wheel 3134 can orient flexible member 3135 between wheel 3120 and installation section 3150.Turn to see Figure 27, the direction of flexible member 3135 is changed by upper belt-wheel 3138 again, and flexible member 3135 using hook 3139 orOther similar devices known in the art are connected with installation section 3150.
Figure 28 is the partial perspective view of the bottom of equipment 3100, shows elevating mechanism 3116 in accordance with some embodiments.As described above, energy storage member belt wheel 3160 is connected via individual flexible member 3161 with energy storage member 3144.In some casesIn, energy storage member 3144 includes hook 3162, wherein the hook allows to be easy that flexible member 3161 and component 3144 are connected.StorageCan component 3144 be located in support column 3106, so that hook 3162 is being generally with the outer edge of pulley system 3130 to just, and haveBody with energy storage member belt wheel 3160 to just.In the example shown, when energy storage member belt wheel 3160 rotates, winding or solutionFlexible member 3161 is rolled up, while allowing energy storage member 3144 to shrink or energy storage member is stretched.Correspondingly, the peace of supporting memberThe power or weight of dress part 3150 and associated any equipment can be cancelled and be balanced by energy storage member, this is that power is logicalFlexible member, belt wheel, wheel and cam is crossed to be transferred to energy storage member 3144 and redirect and realize relative to the power.
Figure 29 A and 29B provide the cam in accordance with some embodiments using the first cam 3124 and the second cam 3126The perspective view of component 3200, and Figure 30 provides the side view of the cam member.As shown, in some cases, firstCam 3124 and the second cam 3126 can be incorporated into the cam member 3220 of single one, but it is necessary that this, which is not,And the present invention be also not limited to the example.In some useful embodiments of the invention, first cam and the second cam canWith operatively shaped altogether and be positioned to be balanced with the power on cam 3124,3126 is applied to by energy storage member 3144 byInstallation section 3150 is applied to the power on wheel 3120.For example, cam can be shaped and be oriented to be applied by flexible member 3132The variation torque (the variation linear force applied via energy storage member) for adding to cam is converted to be applied to the substantially permanent of wheel 3120Fixed torque.Then constant torque is reached flexible member 3135 by wheel 3120, while generating for so that installation section 3150Relative to the raised constant linear force of support column 3106.Opposite effect is generated when installation section 3150 is lowered, and is balancedMechanism 3116 generates the resistance for resisting the constant that installation section moves downward.
In addition, the effective radius of each cam member can be used as the energy storage of balance mechanism in some useful embodimentsThe function of the displacement of component and change.In some cases, two cams 3124,3126 are mirrored into each other, and are hadThere is the same radius change profile as rotation function.As shown in fig. 29b, cam 3124,3126 respectively includes cam face3125,3127, wherein flexible member is on the cam face.In some embodiments, cam 3124,3126 is distinguishedBe arranged to balance the weight half of installation section 3150 and any institute's applying equipment, this can reduce the stress on flexible member withAnd the service life that is tired and increasing equipment, as discussed hereinafter.
In use, when operator it is expected to change the position of the monitor or other devices that are supported by positioning device,Operator can exert a force to monitor and/or laptop.The movement of monitor causes it to install the installation in supporting memberPart is mobile also relative to the support column of equipment.Figure 35 is balance mechanism 3116 in corresponding with the low level of installation section 3150State a part perspective view, and Figure 36 be balance mechanism 3116 in the corresponding shape of a high position of installation section 3150The perspective view of a part of state.As shown, installation section 3150 is attached to wheel 3120 via flexible member 3135, to monitorThe movement of device/laptop is so that wheel 3120 rotates about the axis thereof.The first cam 3124 and second for being attached to wheel 3120 is convexWheel 3126 also rotates and makes cam pulley 3164,3168 and energy storage member belt wheel 3160 around their own axis (at thisIt is same axis in embodiment) rotation.The rotation of energy storage member belt wheel 3160 pulls or unclamps flexible member 3161, so that energy storage3144 length of component extends or the component length is allowed to shrink.Because the shape of cam 3124,3126 is designed to adapt to becomeThe power (for example, being based on length) of the energy storage member of change, so it is only necessary to apply relative constant power to overcome by operatorFriction, so that monitor be moved to any desired position, and monitor will be without resting on this with locking it in placeDesired position.
Made us using the positioning device of multilist face cam (for example, more cams) than being provided using the balance mechanism of single camStartled advantage.For example, firmer than single cam mechanism and more reliable using the balance mechanism of more cams.Applicant has made usIt surprisinglys found that and greater number of adjustment is able to bear compared with similar single cam balance mechanism using the embodiment of double camCirculation.As just an example, applicant it has been found, surprisingly, that by balance mechanism cam quantity increase N becauseNumber enables to the load life of mechanism to increase greater than factor N in some cases.In some cases, applicant has sent outExisting load life increases factor 1.5N.In a situation, applicant it has been found, surprisingly, that using double cam balanceMechanism will increase as described herein under substantially similar situation for the cycle life of 10000 circulations of single cam mechanismThe cycle life recycled to 28000.This improved cycle life can increase the practical benefits of any positioning device, andParticularly practical and unexpected improvement is provided to make the equipment for such as sitting/standing positioning device carry out positioning, wherein instituteIt states and sits/stands positioning device and be subjected to the greater number of joint compared with it can not adapt to the erect-position of individual operator of sitting posture and stance.
Heavier be supported on relative to biggish distance is also allowed using the positioning device of multiple cams (for example, double cam)It is interior translated, and the size of cam shell is smaller than similar single cam balance mechanism.This feature is designed in levelIt is sitting idly on working face and be particularly useful the positioning device of sitting posture and stance position suitable for operator, this is becauseThe positioning device allows relatively large stroke range and occupies lesser area coverage on the working face of space preciousness.AsOne example includes accommodating double cam (such as the first cam in Figure 35 and 25 and the according to the positioning device of one embodimentTwo cams) shell, wherein providing fortune of contending in the distance for being supported on about 20 inches that the double cam is about 90 poundsIt is dynamic.In some cases, the size of the shell is about 180mm × 125mm × 95mm.On the contrary, for it is substantially similar load andThe shell that distance is configured to single cam mechanism can need about 228mm × 203mm × 90mm shell.Therefore,The embodiment is saved critically important working face top station for space and is helpful.Certainly, shell dimension can also be smaller or moreGreatly, depending on the specified weight of particular device and distance.Some embodiments can at be comparatively adapted to about 3 pounds with it is bigWeight or bigger weight between about 250 pounds and about 2 to 3 inches are adapted to until 40 inches or bigger of stroke range.
It is super that applicant does not believe that the embodiment including multiple cams (such as double cam) provides constraint by theoryThe advantages of crossing single cam balance mechanism, this is because it is each convex that the power for the equipment installed is assigned to two or more cams permissionsWheel and the smaller power on associated flexible element and thus smaller stress, result in the increased useful products service life.SeparatelyOutside, each individually cam can be made into smaller, this is because the lesser amount of load on each cam, and full load can be withBy the single flexible element carrying wound around larger-diameter energy storage member belt wheel.
Following example is suggested to further illustrate the embodiment of more cams (for example, double cam) component described herein,And it will not limit the scope of the invention.
Example 1: the comparative example of failure is recycled
Using having 20, " cylinder of stroke (stroke) is tested on multiple single cam balance mechanisms.Single cam flatIt includes that spring and rope are stretched according to made of specification that weighing apparatus mechanism, which respectively includes the cam of molding and the component of other productions,In the desired desired weight of range inner equilibrium.Balance mechanism is adjusted to maximum weight and is balanced, thus by maximumStress be applied to rope.Cylinder is connected to the moving parts of engine, and is circulated through it with 6 turns of speed per minuteStroke range.The targeted cycle life of 10000 circulations is desired under maximum load.In most cases, ropeFailure slightly about 10000 circulation but less than 12500 circulation when occur.
Example 2: the circulation failure of schematic double cam
It is tested on double cam balance mechanism.Test facilities, load, circulation rate, cord material, weight range withAnd stroke range is all identical as the test of single cam mechanism illustrated in example 1.Design difference includes that cam designs, spring is setIt counts and in order to adapt to the difference of the rope layout of double cam design.In at least one test of this construction, mechanism is more than28000 circulations.
Thus, disclose various embodiments of the present invention.Although the present invention is very detailed referring to specifically disclosed embodimentGround explanation, but the disclosed embodiments are for schematically unrestricted purpose is suggested, and other embodiments of the inventionIt is feasible.Those skilled in the art will be clear that can under the premise of not departing from the range of spirit of that invention and claimsTo be variously modified, adjust and retrofit.