EP3485765B1

EP3485765B1 - Computer desk

Info

Publication number: EP3485765B1
Application number: EP18205642.4A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Magnus Johansson; Thomas Andersson
Original assignee: Arozzi Europe AB
Current assignee: Arozzi Europe AB
Priority date: 2017-11-17
Filing date: 2018-11-12
Publication date: 2020-01-08
Anticipated expiration: 2038-11-12
Also published as: ES2775905T3; PL3485765T3; DK3485765T3; US20190150610A1; CN209391370U; EP3485765A1

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates to a computer desk, and more particularly, to a gaming computer desk.

BACKGROUND ART

Conventional computer desks comprise a desktop surface provided on a desk stand. The desktop surface represent a hard surface, which can be painful for the user's wrists, hands, and elbows, particularly with prolonged use using a keyboard or mouse. Because conventional computer desks are generally hard-surfaced, the user must use a cloth portion, such as a mousepad, in order to use a computer mouse based on differing technologies, such as an optical sensors or a ball. The interaction with the computer mouse and desk surface is increased by the use of a textured surface usually to optimize the friction between the surface and the computer mouse, and was solved by the use of a mouse pad to increase comfort, speed and accuracy of the computer mouse, and to prevent wear to the desk or table surface.
Additionally, conventional computer desks require the user to drape cables over the sides, which is inefficient and aesthetically displeasing. Further, those cables then hang down and may get in the way of the user, or be accidentally unplugged by the user when using the desk.
Further, conventional computer desks are generally rather cumbersome and complicated in construction, such that the component parts are generally large and heavy and the computer desk time-consuming to set up. As a result, the conventional computer desks are not cost-effective to ship or store, and are often difficult to disassemble and transport. Another example of prior art desk assembly is disclosed in US 2015/0245707 A1 .

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is an objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk which seek to mitigate, alleviate or eliminate one or more of the above-identified deficiencies in the art and disadvantages, singly or in any combination. More particularly, it is an objective of the present invention to provide a gaming computer desk made of component parts that are easily shipped, the component parts a comprising a desk stand, a plurality of individual desk sections which fit together to create a flat surface, and a desk cover to provide a uniform and smooth surface on which a mouse can be operated.
A computer desk according to the invention is defined by the appended claims, as well as a method for constructing such a computer disk.
It is therefore a primary objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk with a single continuous textured surface, which eliminates the need for a specialized separate surface for a computer mouse to operate on, such as a conventional mousepad.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which includes a soft top for the comfort and safety of the user and electronic devices.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk with a separate top, which provides cushioning and support for the computer user's hands, wrists, and elbows when using the desk, including when using a computer mouse, joystick or keyboard positioned on the computer desk.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which includes a washable cover.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which includes special holes or slits to allow computer cables to drop through, or to allow for the mounting of monitor arms.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which includes a concealed net to provide discrete cable management under the desk surface, as well as storage of associated computer equipment.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk which is made up of smaller, lighter, and more portable component parts than conventional computer desks.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk in which both the top and framework are divided up pre-assembly into smaller parts than convention computer desks, which therefore results in smaller packages and reduces storage, shipping and transport costs and to provide a method of constructing such a computer desk.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which can be more easily disassembled for storage and shipment than conventional computer desks.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which is both space-efficient and stable.
It is another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk, which is relatively simple in construction and is therefore cost-effective.
It is still another objective of the present invention to provide a computer desk with adjustable legs allowing the user to adjust for sitting or standing.
The objectives, features, functions, and advantages of the present invention will be more readily understood upon a thoughtful deliberation of the following detailed description of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention will be readily understood by the following detailed description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate like structural elements, and in which:

Figure 1 illustrates an exploded view of my preferred embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 2 illustrates a front perspective view thereof;
Figure 3 illustrates a bottom perspective view thereof of an embodiment, without netting attached;
Figure 4 illustrates a bottom perspective view thereof of an embodiment, with netting; and
Figure 5 illustrates a user seated at the preferred embodiment and made use of its features.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The illustrated embodiments of the invention will be best understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals or other labels throughout.
The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of computer desks as claimed herein.
Figures 1 to 5 depict an embodiment of the present invention.
A computer desk 100 embodied in the present invention is composed of a single continuous textured surface 300, desk top base 200, a plurality of supporting legs 50, a plurality of leg supporting bases 52, and a framework 400.
The desk top base 200 is composed of a plurality of desk top sections 10, 20, 30. The desk top sections 12, 22, 32 and may be joined to the framework 400 in any manner commonly known in the art, including glue or screws. A single continuous textured surface 300 fits over desk top base 200, and may be comprised of any soft or cushioning material known in the art, such as cloth, microfiber, or neoprene. A single continuous textured surface 300 serves to conceal the seams between the desk top sections 10, 20, 30, and may further serve as a surface upon which a computer mouse may be effectively used.
In an alternate embodiment, not shown, the desk top base 200 may be comprised of more or fewer top sections, based on the consumer's desired final size of the computer desk 100.
Desk top sections 10, 20, 30 may include holes 12, 22, 32 through which cables may pass through, or to allow for the mounting of monitor arms or other computer equipment. A single continuous textured surface 300 may include slits 302 or other means to allow cables to pass through, wherein slits 302 are aligned with holes 12, 22, 32 in desk top sections 10, 20, 30.
In an alternative embodiment the desk top base 200 may not have holes 12, 22, 32, or there may be additional holes of various sizes and shapes in desk top base 200. In another embodiment, the single continuous textured surface 300 may not have slits 302, or there may be additional slits of various sizes in a single continuous textured surface 300.
The computer desk 100 includes net 80 attached to the framework 400 and the underside of desk top base 200. Cables fed through slits 302 and holes 12, 22, 32 may then be collected in net 80, allowing for the efficient management of cables. Net 80 may be made of material such as netting, mesh, neoprene, fabric, or other material known in the art capable of holding up cables.
In alternative embodiments, the net 80 may be attached only to the legs 50, or only to the underside of the desk top base 200, or only to the framework 400, or any other combination of connection points reasonably achievable by the net 80 construction.
In other embodiments, other means known in the art for securing or managing cables 80 may be mounted under the desk top base 200, the framework 400, or on the legs 50.
The framework 400 is made up of a plurality of stability boxes 60 and a plurality of supporting beams 70. Each supporting beams 70 is comprised of two or more flat beams 72 joined in the middle by at least one supporting beam strengthener 74, which serves to both connect the flat beams 72 and reinforce their assembly. Each stability box 60 is then connected to two supporting beams 70 on parallel sides, to create a rectangle framework 400. This framework 400 is positioned horizontally to fasten with the desk top base 200.
Each leg 50 connects with the framework 400 at a stability box 60 on one end and a leg supporting base 52 on the other end. When at least two legs 50 are connected with the framework 400 the computer desk will stand independently. The leg 50 may include an inner leg portion 51, allowing the leg to expand upward to raise the overall height of the computer desk 100.
In a separate embodiment, not shown, in which there were four legs 50, each of the stability boxes 60 would join to two supporting beams 50 on adjacent sides to create a square framework 400 upon which the desk top 200 will be fastened. In this embodiment, additional legs 50 are utilized to create a solid footing in which leg supporting bases 52 may not be necessary.
In a separate embodiment, not shown, in which there is one leg 50, with a single stability box 60 would join to two supporting beams 50 on adjacent sides to create a square framework 400 upon which the desk top 200 will be fastened. In this embodiment, the leg 50 is hollow and has an opening near the leg supporting bases 52 allowing cable to be hidden within the leg and passing through the stability box 60 and then into a hole 22 passing through the desk top base 200 and out through a slit 302.
The embodiments of the present invention described above are to be deemed in all respects as being merely illustrative and not restrictive. Accordingly, the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without deviating from the spirit thereof. One skilled in the relevant art will recognize that the invention can be practiced without one or more of the specific details, or with other methods, components, materials, etc. In other instances, well-known structures, materials, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring aspects of the invention. The present invention is therefore limited only by the scope of the following appended claims.

Claims

A computer desk (100) comprising a desk top, a framework (400), at least two legs (50), and at least two leg supporting bases (52); the framework (400) joining with the underside of said desk top, and said legs (50) connecting with said framework (400) and being supported by said leg supporting bases (52), characterized in,
- that the desk top comprises a desk top base (200) and a desk cover (300);

- that the desk top base (200) is comprised of at least two individual desk sections (10, 20, 30) which fit together to create a flat surface, and

- that said desk top base (200) includes at least one hole (12, 22, 32) such as to allow cords to pass through or a monitor stand to be mounted; and that the desk cover is fitted to sit completely over said desk top base, and in that said desk cover includes at least one slit (302) such as to allow cords to pass through or a monitor stand to be mounted, said slit (302) being aligned with said at least one hole (12, 22, 32) in said desk top base.
The computer desk (100) according to claim 1, further comprising a net (80) that is suspended between said desk top base (200) and said framework (400) and that serves to hold cables and other electronics equipment against a bottom side of said desk top base (200).
The computer desk according to claim 1 or 2, where said desk cover (300) is comprised of fabric, microfiber cloth, or neoprene.
The computer desk (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said desk cover (300) is comprised of a washable material.
The computer desk (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said desk cover (300) has a non-slip backing.
The computer desk (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein each desk top section (10, 20, 30) includes at least one hole (12, 22, 32), and the desk cover (300) includes corresponding slits (302), such as to allow cords to pass through.
The computer desk (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said legs (50) are adjustable as to height.
The computer desk (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said framework (400) is made up of at least two supporting beams (70), said supporting beams being joined in the middle by a supporting beam strengthener (74).