A height adjustable table includes a worksurface, a height adjustable leg coupled to the worksurface to support the worksurface above a floor, and an actuator coupled to the height adjustable leg. The actuator is operable to adjust a length of the height adjustable leg. The height adjustable table also includes a user interface coupled to the actuator having a rotary encoder. The rotary encoder is rotatable about a rotation axis to adjust the length of the height adjustable leg and change a height of the worksurface relative to the floor. The rotary encoder is rotatable about the rotation axis in incremental amounts. In response to rotation of the rotary encoder a first incremental amount, the length of the height adjustable leg and the height of the worksurface relative to the floor adjusts a second incremental amount.
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
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Generating space models and geometry models using a machine learning system with multi-platform interfaces
Aspects of the disclosure relate to space model generation. A computing platform may receive space program data identifying parameters of a physical space. The computing platform may load a geometry model defining a plurality of design rules. The computing platform may generate space models for the physical space based on the space program data and the geometry model. Based on the geometry model, the computing platform may produce a score for each space model. Based on the scores, the computing platform may produce a ranked list of space models. The computing platform may generate user interface data comprising the ranked list of space models. The computing platform may send the user interface data comprising the ranked list of space models, which may cause a user computing device to display a user interface including a portion of the ranked list of space models.
G06F 30/27 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using machine learning, e.g. artificial intelligence, neural networks, support vector machines [SVM] or training a model
G06F 16/2457 - Query processing with adaptation to user needs
G06F 18/2113 - Selection of the most significant subset of features by ranking or filtering the set of features, e.g. using a measure of variance or of feature cross-correlation
G06F 30/12 - Geometric CAD characterised by design entry means specially adapted for CAD, e.g. graphical user interfaces [GUI] specially adapted for CAD
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
G06N 3/008 - Artificial life, i.e. computing arrangements simulating life based on physical entities controlled by simulated intelligence so as to replicate intelligent life forms, e.g. based on robots replicating pets or humans in their appearance or behaviour
A mobile wall comprising an alignment pin moveably supported on a crossbar adjacent a vertical support. The alignment pin is selectively moveable between a retracted position, in which the alignment pin is retracted into a first aperture, and an extended position, in which at least a portion of the alignment pin extends outwardly from the first aperture. The alignment pin is selectively receivable in an aperture of another mobile wall while in the extended position to align the mobile wall with the another mobile wall.
Aspects of the disclosure relate to the export and translation of space models. A computing platform may receive data indicating a request to export a space model to a design tool, and the space model may be defined in a plurality of data formats. In response to receiving the data indicating the request to export the space model to the design tool, the computing platform may generate drawing files based on the space model by: 1) selecting, based on the design tool, a data format, 2) extracting format-specific data from the space model, where the format-specific data is defined in the data format, and 3) generating the drawing files using the format-specific data extracted from the space model, where the drawing files are generated according to the data format. The computing platform may send the drawing files generated based on the space model.
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
Aspects of the disclosure relate to space model generation. A computing platform may receive space program data identifying parameters of a physical space. The computing platform may load a geometry model defining a plurality of design rules. The computing platform may generate space models for the physical space based on the space program data and the geometry model. Based on the geometry model, the computing platform may produce a score for each space model. Based on the scores, the computing platform may produce a ranked list of space models. The computing platform may generate user interface data comprising the ranked list of space models. The computing platform may send the user interface data comprising the ranked list of space models, which may cause a user computing device to display a user interface including a portion of the ranked list of space models.
G06F 30/27 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using machine learning, e.g. artificial intelligence, neural networks, support vector machines [SVM] or training a model
G06K 9/62 - Methods or arrangements for recognition using electronic means
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
G06N 3/00 - Computing arrangements based on biological models
G06F 16/2457 - Query processing with adaptation to user needs
G06F 30/12 - Geometric CAD characterised by design entry means specially adapted for CAD, e.g. graphical user interfaces [GUI] specially adapted for CAD
G06F 111/20 - Configuration CAD, e.g. designing by assembling or positioning modules selected from libraries of predesigned modules
6.
GENERATING SPACE MODELS AND GEOMETRY MODELS USING A MACHINE LEARNING SYSTEM WITH MULTI-PLATFORM INTERFACES
The computer-implemented invention receives architectural information (705) comprising geometry and budget data and uses machine learning (770) to generate architectural space models (735) which comprise floorplans and furniture placement (790) for buildings. The generated designs are scored, ranked (745) and sent to a user (750).
G06F 30/27 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using machine learning, e.g. artificial intelligence, neural networks, support vector machines [SVM] or training a model
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
G06F 111/02 - CAD in a network environment, e.g. collaborative CAD or distributed simulation
7.
Generating space models and geometry models using a machine learning system with multi-platform interfaces
Aspects of the disclosure relate to geometry model generation. A computing platform may receive a plurality of drawing models corresponding to different space designs. The computing platform may identify a plurality of design parameters associated with each drawing model of the plurality of drawing models corresponding to the different space designs. The computing platform may train a machine learning engine based on the plurality of drawing models corresponding to the different space designs and the plurality of design parameters associated with each drawing model of the plurality of drawing models corresponding to the different space designs, which may produce at least one geometry model corresponding to the plurality of drawing models. The computing platform may store, in a database storing one or more additional geometry models, the at least one geometry model corresponding to the plurality of drawing models.
G06F 30/27 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using machine learning, e.g. artificial intelligence, neural networks, support vector machines [SVM] or training a model
G06F 16/2457 - Query processing with adaptation to user needs
G06F 18/2113 - Selection of the most significant subset of features by ranking or filtering the set of features, e.g. using a measure of variance or of feature cross-correlation
G06F 30/12 - Geometric CAD characterised by design entry means specially adapted for CAD, e.g. graphical user interfaces [GUI] specially adapted for CAD
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
G06N 3/008 - Artificial life, i.e. computing arrangements simulating life based on physical entities controlled by simulated intelligence so as to replicate intelligent life forms, e.g. based on robots replicating pets or humans in their appearance or behaviour
A furniture cleaning management system (FCMS) for a furniture affordance includes an indicator for indicating a state of the furniture affordance, a sensor option generating a signal indicating that the furniture affordance has been cleaned, and a processor receiving the trigger signal from the sensor option and causing the indicator to indicate that the furniture affordance is a cleaned state. The state of the furniture affordance indicated by the indicator may be selected from the cleaned state and a needs cleaning state. The processor may cause the indicator to indicate that the furniture affordance is in the needs cleaning state according to a schedule of furniture affordance occupancy, a schedule of furniture affordance cleaning, or as a consequence of sensing a user occupancy state at the furniture affordance.
G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
A workstation assembly includes a base having an interior. A height adjustable support column is moveable relative to the base. A work surface is coupled to the support column. A cable track has a first end connected to the base and a second end connected to and moveable with the support column. A power access point can be connected to the work surface and accessible to a user. A motor is connected to the support column to adjust the height relative to the base. A power splitter is connected to the base and configured to receive an AC power input and branch the AC power to a primary path and a secondary path.
A47B 21/06 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by means for holding, fastening or concealing cables
A47B 21/00 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks
A47B 21/013 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
A furniture system includes a first table having a first tabletop and one or more first legs supporting the first tabletop. The first tabletop includes a first upper surface and a first lower surface opposite the first upper surface. The furniture system also includes a second table having a second tabletop and one or more second legs supporting the second tabletop. The second tabletop includes a second upper surface and a second lower surface opposite the second upper surface. A chase is coupled to the first lower surface and the second lower surface to physically connect the first table to the second table. The chase includes a first channel extending therethrough. The first channel is configured to receive one or more cables.
A47B 41/06 - Holders or supports for guiding copy-books, slates, or the like
A47B 97/00 - Furniture or accessories for furniture, not provided for in other groups of this subclass
E04H 1/12 - Small buildings or other erections for limited occupation, erected in the open air or arranged in buildings, e.g. kiosks, waiting shelters for bus stops or for filling stations, roofs for railway platforms, watchmen's huts or dressing cubicles
A method of manufacturing a panel includes obtaining a textile scrap, the textile scrap consisting essentially of polyester, mechanically separating the textile scrap into a plurality of textile yarns, where each of the plurality of textile yarns has a first melting point that is greater than a first temperature, and obtaining a plurality of staple fibers, where the plurality of staple fibers includes bicomponent fibers each having a melting point that is less than the first temperature. The method further includes blending the plurality of textile yarns with the plurality of staple fibers to form a mixed blend of textile yarns and staple fibers, and heating and compressing the mixed blend to form the panel.
A table includes a plurality of legs, a work surface supported by the plurality of legs, a lower rail spaced apart from the work surface and extending between the plurality of legs, and a cable clip. The lower rail includes a channel disposed in an underside of the lower rail. The cable clip is receivable by the channel of the lower rail. The cable clip includes a deformable channel configured to receive wires.
A47B 21/06 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by means for holding, fastening or concealing cables
A47B 39/00 - School formsBenches or forms combined with desks
A chair includes a base, a receptacle coupled to an upper end of the base, and a seat shell forming a seat surface. The seat shell is supported by the receptacle. The chair also includes a back shell forming a back surface. The back shell is connected to the seat shell on both sides of the seat surface and on both sides of the back surface. The back shell includes an extension extending from the back surface to the receptacle under the seat shell. The extension is elastically deformable.
A47C 3/12 - Chairs characterised by structural featuresChairs or stools with rotatable or vertically-adjustable seats with shell-shaped seat and back-rest unit, e.g. having arm-rests
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A chair includes a lower chair and an upper chair. The lower chair includes a tilt-swivel mechanism defining a vertical swivel axis, a yoke, and a column extending between the tilt- swivel mechanism and the yoke. The upper chair is pivotably mounted to the yoke about a horizontal upper chair pivot axis. The upper chair includes a seat adapted to cradle the ischial tuberosities of a user.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
An articulated light shade including a stand having a first portion and a second portion, where the first portion is stiffer than the second portion, and the first portion defines a longitudinal axis. The second portion is flexible such that the second portion is movable relative to the first portion. A screen is coupled to the second portion of the stand, wherein the screen is rotatable about the longitudinal axis and tiltable relative to the longitudinal axis.
A47B 37/04 - Tables specially adapted for use in the garden or otherwise in the open air, e.g. with means for holding umbrellas or umbrella-like sunshades
A47B 19/10 - Reading-desksLecternsPulpits characterised by association with auxiliary devices, e.g. paper clamps, line indicators
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SPACE UTILIZATION MEASUREMENT AND MODELING USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Methods and systems for training a multivariate model predicting utilization of a space. One method includes receiving, over a period of time, signals from each of a plurality of mobile devices located in the space and generating, based on the signals received from each of the plurality of mobile devices, a plurality of location data points for each of the plurality of mobile devices, each of the plurality of location data points for a mobile device including a timestamp and a position within the space of the mobile device. The method also includes accessing metadata of the space, and using, with an electronic processor, the plurality location data points for each of the plurality of mobile devices and the metadata of the space to train machine learning engine. In addition, the method includes predicting a utilization of the space using the machine learning engine.
G06E 1/00 - Devices for processing exclusively digital data
G06F 15/18 - in which a program is changed according to experience gained by the computer itself during a complete run; Learning machines (adaptive control systems G05B 13/00;artificial intelligence G06N)
A table includes a base defining a wire management pocket and a central area, a power receptacle mounted to the base adjacent the wire management pocket, a leg coupled to the base for supporting the base, and a tabletop supported on the base. The tabletop is slidably removable from the base to provide access to the wire management pocket.
A47B 21/00 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks
A47B 37/00 - Tables adapted for other particular purposes
An intelligent furnishing system. The furnishing system includes an electronic device, a server, and a workstation. The workstation includes a user interface and an electronic processor. The user interface includes a light source, and the electronic processor is configured to receive a check-in signal and change the light source from a first color to a second color when the check-in signal is received. The electronic processor is also configured to receive a check-out signal and change the light source from the second color to a third color when the check-out signal is received.
A47B 17/02 - Writing-tables with vertically-adjustable parts
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
G05B 19/04 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers
An intelligent furnishing system. The furnishing system includes an electronic device, a server, and a workstation. The workstation includes a short-range communication circuit, a user interface including a light source, and an electronic processor. The electronic processor is configured to receive a reservation including a reservation start time, increase a communication range of the short-range communication circuit when the reservation start time is a predetermined period of time from a current time, and receive a proximity signal from the electronic device. The electronic processor is also configured to illuminate the light source in a first color, receive a check-in signal when the proximity signal is received, change the light source from the first color to a second color, receive a check-out signal when the check-in signal is received, and change the light source from the second color to a third color when the check-out signal is received.
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
A subarchitectural office system including a subarchitectural wall having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge opposite the first side edge. The subarchitectural office system also includes a first arch adjacent the first side edge of the subarchitectural wall and a second arch adjacent the second side edge of the subarchitectural wall. The first and second arches both include a first vertical post adjacent the respective side edge of the subarchitectural wall, an overhead beam with a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The first end of the overhead beam is coupled to the first vertical post and the overhead beam extends outwardly from the first vertical post. The first and second arches also include a second vertical post positioned away from the subarchitectural wall and coupled to the second end of the overhead beam.
A convertible sofa includes a seat and a backrest moveable between a first configuration, in which the backrest is positioned along a back of the seat, and a second configuration, in which the backrest overlies an upper support surface of the seat. The sofa also includes a side wall positioned adjacent a side of the seat to define a recess that forms a leg opening. The sofa further includes a worksurface moveable between a first position, in which the worksurface is disposed within the recess and substantially aligned with a plane defined by the upper support surface of the seat, and a second position, in which the worksurface is spaced above the plane defined by the upper support surface of the seat. At least a portion of the worksurface is covered by the backrest when the worksurface is in the first position and the backrest is in the second configuration.
A47C 17/165 - Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable partsChair beds changeable to beds by tilting or pivoting the back-rest with forward tiltable back-rest, e.g. back cushion
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
A47C 7/72 - Adaptations for incorporating lamps, radio sets, bars, telephones, ventilation, heating or cooling arrangements or the like
A seating structure includes a base, a seat, a backrest connected to the seat, and an electronic circuit supported by the base. The seat or the backrest includes a carrier and a suspension material secured to the carrier and spanning across an opening formed by the carrier. The suspension material includes a plurality of electrostatic discharge fibers. The electronic circuit is coupled to the electrostatic discharge fibers. The electronic circuit includes an electronic processor and a sensor. The sensor is configured to generate an output signal indicative of an electrical parameter of one of the electrostatic discharge fibers. The electronic processor is configured to apply a drive signal to one of the plurality of electrostatic discharge fibers, receive the output signal from the sensor, and determine a state of the seating structure based on the output signal from the sensor.
The invention relates to a chair (1) which comprises a support (6), a seat element (5), a back element (4), a leg element (3), a spring mechanism and a weight-controlled working adjusting element for the spring mechanism.
A method of operating a desk including receiving, at a desk controller, a message from a chair, and determining a position of a user based on the message. The message includes an indication of a sensed rotation of the chair. The method also includes generating, via the desk controller, a control signal for a motor based on the position of the user. The motor is coupled to a support framework of the desk. The method further includes changing a height of the support framework of the desk according to the control signal.
A workstation including a first sidewall having a first edge and a second edge. A second sidewall having a first edge and a second edge is spaced apart from the first sidewall. The workstation further includes a desk configured to support the first sidewall and the second sidewall. The desk is a desk movable between a first height and a second height and has a planar upper surface. A panel angled relative to the upper surface of the desk is coupled to the first sidewall and the second sidewall. An opening is formed by the first sidewall, the second sidewall, the planar upper surface, and the panel. The first and second sidewalls are angled so that the first edge of the first sidewall and the first edge of the second sidewall are closer together than the second edge of the first sidewall and the second edge of the second sidewall.
A47B 9/04 - Tables with tops of variable height with vertical spindle
A47B 96/20 - Furniture panels or like furniture elements
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
A47B 17/02 - Writing-tables with vertically-adjustable parts
A panel system includes a first panel having a first frame and a first cladding connected to the first frame and a second panel having a second frame and a second cladding connected to the second frame. Various components are used to secure the panels together, to secure the claddings, and to stabilize the panels. The panels can be arranged in different configurations to create a variety of work areas.
36 - Financial, insurance and real estate services
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
Goods & Services
(1) Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software connected to office furniture for the purposes of enabling the activation and use of customisable features for end-users, and generating, analyzing, and displaying data related to work space utilization, asset management and employee wellness based on active user feedback
A seating device includes a base and a seat post extending from the base. The seat post has a first end adjacent the base, a second end opposite the first end, and a longitudinal axis extending between the first end and the second end. The seating device further includes a seat supported by the seat post above the base and a first rocking assembly coupled to the base and the first end of the seat post. The first rocking assembly is operable to angularly displace the seat post relative to the base. The seating device further includes a second rocking assembly coupled to the seat and the second end of the seat post. The second rocking assembly is operable to angularly displace the seat relative to the seat post.
A back support structure includes a frame, a support, a fulcrum member, and an adjustment mechanism. The support includes an upright member having a lower end and an upper end. The lower end of the upright member is connected to the frame at a first location. A support pad is connected to the upper end of the upright member. The fulcrum member has an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion is connected to the frame at a second location spaced vertically above the first location. The fulcrum member includes a fulcrum engaging the upright member between the upper and lower ends. The fulcrum member is moveable between a plurality of fulcrum positions. The adjustment mechanism includes an adjustment member connected to the frame and the lower portion of the fulcrum member. The adjustment member is adjustable to move the fulcrum member to the plurality of fulcrum positions.
A seating structure includes a frame, a carrier, and a suspension material. The frame includes first and second side frame members spaced apart in a first direction and defining an opening therebetween. The first and second side frame members have an inner portion facing the opening and an outer portion facing away from the opening, the outer portion including a plurality of first attachment features facing away from the first and second side frame members in the first direction. The carrier includes first and second side carrier members. The first and second side carrier members include a plurality of second attachment features facing the first and second side frame members in the first direction, the plurality of second attachment features engaging the plurality of first attachment features to attach the carrier to the frame. The suspension material is attached to the carrier and extends over the opening in the frame.
A display board system includes a first display board, a second display board, a first clip, and a second clip. The first clip is coupled to the first display board and includes a body and a top portion coupled to the body generally above an upper edge of the first display board. The top portion has an upwardly facing cavity and a downwardly extending tab. The second clip is coupled to the second display board and includes a body and a top portion coupled to the body generally above an upper edge of the second display board. The top portion has an upwardly facing cavity and a downwardly extending tab. The tab of the second clip is receivable in the cavity of the first clip to support the second display board on the first display board.
G09F 9/302 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements in which the desired character or characters are formed by combining individual elements characterised by the form or geometrical disposition of the individual elements
G09F 9/30 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements in which the desired character or characters are formed by combining individual elements
G09F 7/20 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure for adjustably mounting
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MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY FOR A CHAIR AND CHAIR WITH SUCH A MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY
The invention relates to a mechanical assembly (2), said mechanical assembly (2) comprising, in addition to a leaf spring, at least one further spring element, the elastic restoring force of the at least one further spring element and the elastic restoring force of the one or more leaf springs supporting the seat shell (S) with a total restoring force, and/or the mechanical assembly (2) comprising at least two leaf springs and at least two supports, each support being associated with one of the leaf springs, and at least two supports being displaceable beneath the leaf springs by means of an adjustment mechanism and being displaceable on their trajectories by different extents.
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 3/026 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame with a central column, e.g. rocking office chairsTilting chairs
A47C 7/44 - Supports for the head or the back for the back with elastically-mounted frame
A47C 31/12 - Means, e.g. measuring means, for adapting chairs, beds or mattresses to the shape or weight of persons
A body support structure includes a backrest and a seat connected to the backrest. A suspension material is connected to the backrest or the seat. The suspension material has a first zone with a first stiffness and a second zone with a second stiffness greater than the first stiffness. Also included are methods of creating different zones in the suspension material.
A furniture system includes a chair having a seat, a backrest coupled to the seat, and a base supporting the backrest and the seat. The furniture system also includes a plurality of sensors and a processor. Each sensor is operable to detect a physical force imparted by a user on the chair, and generate an output signal indicative of the physical force. The processor is coupled to the plurality of sensors, and is operable to receive the output signals generated by the plurality of sensors, and determine, based on at least one of the output signals, a current posture of the user sitting in the chair.
A panel system includes a first panel having a first frame and a first cladding connected to the first frame and a second panel having a second frame and a second cladding connected to the second frame. Various components are used to secure the panels together, to secure the claddings, and to stabilize the panels. The panels can be arranged in different configurations to create a variety of work areas.
A support bracket includes a first vertically extending leg defining a mounting portion, a second vertically extending leg horizontally spaced apart from the first leg, and a third vertically extending leg horizontally spaced apart from the first and second legs. A connector extends horizontally between and connects the first leg and the second leg, and the first leg and the third leg. The first, second and third legs extend downwardly from a lower surface of the connector. A support accessory may be coupled to the mounting portion. A screen, including a plurality of vertically elongated supports, is also provided.
H04B 1/38 - Transceivers, i.e. devices in which transmitter and receiver form a structural unit and in which at least one part is used for functions of transmitting and receiving
An element molded from a particle foam, including for example expanded polypropylene foam, includes at least one visible exterior surface defined by the particle foam. The visible exterior surface is textured having a roughness depth of less than or equal to 1.00mm and a plurality of vent interfaces each having a maximum width of less than or equal to 0.4mm. Methods of molding the element, together with a mold and a method of making the mold, are also provided.
A worksurface assembly includes a base having an interior, a first support column supported by the base, a first worksurface coupled to the first support column and cantilevered outwardly from the base, a second support column supported by the base and a second worksurface coupled to the second support column and cantilevered outwardly from the base. A cable guide including a plurality of links is also provided.
A47B 21/02 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks characterised by adjustable parts, e.g. universally adjustable leaves, arm rests, wrist supports or mouse platforms the parts being vertically-adjustable only
A screen assembly includes a core having an edge and first and second opposite side surfaces. A retainer, or edge treatment, is coupled to the edge of the core and extends outwardly from the core. The retainer includes first and second resilient limbs having respective edge portions defining a mouth. First and second cover portions overly the core and exterior surfaces of the retainer. The first and second cover portions wrap around the first and second limbs and are disposed through the mouth such that the edges of the first and second cover portions are retained by the limbs. Various screen supports and accessory interface members also are provided.
E04B 2/82 - Removable non-load-bearing partitionsPartitions with a free upper edge characterised by the manner in which edges are connected to the buildingMeans thereforSpecial details of easily-removable partitions
A suspension chair includes a first and second back support portion having first and second suspension elements extending in first and second substantially perpendicular directions respectively. The first and second suspension elements are tensioned so as to provide first and second normal biasing forces to the first and second body support portions. In one embodiment, the chair includes a fixed support defining an upper portion and a pivotable side support. A fabric layer covers at least a portion of the fixed support and a front surface of the side support. Various furniture arrangements and modular furniture kits incorporating one or more chairs, desks and/or tables are provided.
A partition system includes various accessories that may be associated with a wall or base element. The accessories include without limitation a power strip (400), an adjustable shelf (70), various backdrops and a worksurface assembly (230). The wall element may be curved or linear in various embodiments. The wall element may include an upstanding wall or a channel, either or both of which are engaged by one or more accessories. In some embodiments, the accessories may be co-located at a single location, with one or more accessories accommodating the others with an expansion device.
H02G 3/38 - Installations of cables or lines in walls, floors or ceilings the cables or lines being installed in preestablished conduits or ducts
A47B 21/00 - Tables or desks specially adapted for use at individual computer workstations, e.g. for word processing or other manual data entryTables or desks specially adapted for typingAuxiliary devices for attachment to such tables or desks
The invention relates to a sandwich element (1), which comprises a top layer (2) made of a material having a high tensile strength, a middle layer (3) made of EPP and a bottom layer (4) made of a material having a high tensile strength, wherein the middle layer (3) forms a core (K) having a high compressive strength which runs between the top layer (2) and the bottom layer (4), which core protrudes beyond the top layer (2) and the bottom layer (4) in such a manner that it forms a circumferential marginal region (R3a) on a top side (1a) of the sandwich element (1) and that it forms a circumferential marginal region (R3b) of the sandwich element (1) on a bottom side (1b) of the sandwich element (1).
B32B 5/00 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 5/22 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous
B32B 5/24 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer
B32B 5/28 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer impregnated with or embedded in a plastic substance
B32B 7/00 - Layered products characterised by the relation between layers Layered products characterised by the relative orientation of features between layers, or by the relative values of a measurable parameter between layers, i.e. products comprising layers having different physical, chemical or physicochemical properties Layered products characterised by the interconnection of layers
B32B 7/02 - Physical, chemical or physicochemical properties
B32B 27/04 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as impregnant, bonding, or embedding substance
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
B32B 1/00 - Layered products having a non-planar shape
B32B 1/04 - Layered products essentially having a general shape other than plane characterised by feature of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions
A body support structure includes a molded polymeric support grid having a three-dimensional molded contour. The support grid includes a body support region having a plurality of through openings separated by a plurality of lands. In one embodiment, an area of the openings is greater than an area of the lands. In another embodiment, the ratio of a surface area of the lands relative to an area defined by an outer peripheral edge is less than or equal to 0.74. A fabric layer is bonded to the plurality of lands and covers the plurality of openings. Methods of manufacturing and recycling the body structure are also provided.
A method of supporting a user's cranium includes directly supporting at least a portion of a first user's T1-T6 vertebrae with a primary support and directly supporting a junction between the first user's occipital bone and C1 vertebrae with a secondary support spaced from the primary support. The positions of the primary and secondary supports may be independently adjusted relative to each other. Various body support structures and headrest structures are also provided.
Seating mechanisms enable the user to vary the seating angle of a chair or stool by enabling at least the portion of the chair that supports the thighs to be tilted forwardly to controllably increase the seating angle while maintaining the spine and pelvic region in vertical alignment. The extent of forward tilt is controlled by pressure applied by the user's thighs that also serves to counterbalance the weight of the user's torso.
An armrest includes a stem and a sleeve defining a cavity. At least a portion of the stem is received in the cavity, with the stem being moveable relative to the sleeve. The sleeve includes opposite side walls defining in part the cavity, wherein at least one of the side walls includes a plurality of vertically spaced recesses. A carrier is moveably coupled to the stem. At least one lock member is carried by the carrier and is moveable relative to the carrier between a locked position and an unlocked position as the carrier is moved. The at least one lock member is received in at least one of the vertically spaced recesses when moved to the locked position. The at least one lock member is displaced from the vertically spaced recesses when moved to the unlocked position. A method of adjusting the armrest is also provided, as well as an adjustable arm support supported by the stem and methods for the use thereof.
In one embodiment, a chair includes a frame and a seat support coupled to the frame. The seat support is slidable relative to the frame from a disengaged position to an engaged position. A seat member is coupled to the seat support. The seat member is slidable relative to the seat support from a disengaged position to an engaged position. Methods of assembly are also provided.
A seating structure includes a backrest member having an upper edge, opposite side edges and a lower edge. The backrest member has a forwardly facing convex shape formed along a vertical centerline thereof between the upper and lower edges. The lower edge has a forwardly facing concave shape. The lower edge has outer portions positioned forwardly of an entirety of the upper edge.
A wall assembly includes at least one horizontally extending rail having a rear surface adapted to engage the wall. A plurality of horizontally spaced and vertically extending stiles are coupled to the rail, with the stiles disposed forwardly of the rear surface of the rail. A plurality of interface components are coupled to the plurality of stiles. In various embodiments, the stiles may be interconnected to draw together adjacent interface components. The interface components also may include overlapping upper and lower edges. The stiles may be vertically and/or horizontally (laterally and longitudinally) adjustable relative to the rail. A lock member may be provided to secure at least one of the stiles to the rail. Various systems and methods of assembly and use are also provided.
A multi-layered support structure provides ergonomic, adaptable seating support. The multi-layered support structure includes multiple cooperative layers to maximize global comfort and support while enhancing adaptation to localized variations in a load, such as in the load applied when a person sits in a chair. The cooperative layers each include elements such as pixels, springs, support rails, and other elements to provide this adaptable comfort and support. The multi-layered support structure also uses aligned material to provide a flexible yet durable support structure. Accordingly, the multi-layered support structure provides maximum comfort for a wide range of body shapes and sizes.
A suspension seating structure having a body support assembly (10) which includes a membrane (11) formed from at least one strap spanning across an opening. Each strap is coupled to a frame member through a retaining structure (26). The retaining structure is coupled with or forms part of each frame member and provides a structurally secure body support assembly. A cushion material (72) encapsulates the membrane, where the cushion material contains relief channels (74) to permit the membrane to respond more freely in response to a load.
A connection system including a self-adjusting mount for coupling various furniture components together. The connection system can aid in coupling furniture components together with differing manufacturing tolerances. The self-adjusting mount is adapted to receive a connecting member and is capable of simultaneously moving in a first and second directions to couple with the connecting member. The self-adjusting mount may also secure the connecting member, thereby fixing the location of the connecting member.
A body support structure includes a body support member and a base having an upper component coupled to the body support member and a lower component adapted to be supported on a floor. An adjustable spring mechanism biases the body support member. A weighing mechanism is coupled to the adjustable spring mechanism. The weighing mechanism includes a height adjustment device disposed between the upper and lower components of the base. The height adjustment device includes a pneumatic spring having a pressure tube coupled to the lower component and a piston rod extending upwardly from and moveable relative to the pressure tube. A housing is disposed around the pneumatic spring and is coupled to the upper component. An adapter is coupled to the piston rod. A weighing spring is disposed between the adapter and the housing, with the housing moveable relative to the adapter between first and second weighing positions.
A load support member includes spaced apart beam members, a linking member and a stop member. In another aspect, the beam includes a support surface defining first and second landing regions, which are in contact with and support a membrane. In another aspect, a brace member is secured between laterally spaced beams, with the brace member having a greater height than width at the end thereof and a greater width than height at the middle thereof. In another aspect, a pair of armrests are joined to a cross member and a pair of spaced apart beams in a releasable engagement. In yet another aspect, a pair of beam members are fixedly joined with a cross member, which is pivotally connected to a link pivotally connected to the beams. A method of assembling a load support structure is also provided.
An adjustable armrest includes a base member pivotable about a first horizontal axis in a side-to-side direction. An arm support member is connected to the base member. A first latch member includes a plurality of notches, while a second latch member includes a pawl shaped to releasably engage at least one of the plurality of notches. One of the first or second latch members is mounted on the base member, with the second latch member being moveable relative to the first latch member between at least one engaged position and a release position. In another aspect, a chair includes a pair of adjustable armrests. In another aspect, a method of adjusting the lateral position of an armrest is provided.
The present embodiments provide an integrated patient room having multiple features designed to enhance the safety, satisfaction and/or outcomes for a patient and/or caregiver. In one embodiment, the integrated patient room comprises at least one bed and at least one chair. The bed and the chair can each assume a wide range of positions, and can be pre¬ programmed into preferred positions. Further, the bed, chair, and/or other components in the patient room may be automatically synchronized with one another to facilitate transfer of a patient. A touch screen monitor with an intuitive graphical user interface may be employed as a communication portal. The functions of the bed, chair and/or other components in the room may be accessed and/or controlled through the communication portal.
A61G 7/12 - Devices for lifting patients or disabled persons, e.g. special adaptations of hoists thereto for hoisting the patient or disabled person under the arms
An office organization system comprises a plurality of units, each unit including a first, vertically-oriented frame which forms a closed loop, and a second, vertically-oriented frame which is spaced from and congruent with the first frame. Secured to each of the first and second frames is at least one utility member.
A seating structure has an articulated seat and back. A rear portion of the seat is automatically pivotable relative to a forward portion of the seat as the seat is tilted between upright and reclined tilt positions. An upper portion of the back is pivotable relative to the lower portion between a neutral position and an extended position, with the upper portion being pivotable relative to the lower portion independent of the tilt position of the back. In one aspect, an adjustment mechanism is coupled between lower and upper back support members and pivots the upper support member between at least first and second support positions. A seat with an adjustable seat depth is also provided, along with various methods for operating the different aspects and embodiments of the seating structure.
A connection system includes a float assembly and a locking assembly. The float assembly includes a floating ring and a float retainer disposed against the floating ring. The float retainer is adapted to be secured to a first object. The locking assembly includes a locking collar and a base retainer. The base retainer is coupled to the locking collar and adapted to be attached to a second object. The base retainer includes an engagement member engaging the floating ring, with the float retainer disposed between the floating ring and the locking assembly. The locking assembly is moveable between a first configuration wherein the float retainer is moveable relative to the locking assembly and a second configuration wherein the float retainer is fixed relative to the locking assembly.
F16B 12/20 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics using clamps, clips, wedges, sliding bolts, or the like
F16B 21/02 - Releasable fastening devices locking by rotation
A suspended pixelated seating structure provides ergonomic, adaptable seating support. The suspended pixelated seating structure includes multiple cooperative layers to maximize global comfort and support while enhancing adaptation to localized variations in a load, such as in the load applied when a person sits in a chair. The cooperative layers each use independent elements such as pixels, springs, support rails, and other elements to provide this adaptable comfort and support. The suspended pixelated seating structure also uses aligned material to provide a flexible yet durable suspended seating structure. Accordingly, the suspended pixelated seating structure provides maximum comfort for a wide range of body shapes and sizes.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
(1) General purpose metal storage containers; office furniture and furniture systems, namely shelves, drawers, cupboards, baskets, and clothes rods, sold as a unit.
The invention relates to a seating arrangement (1) having a substructure (3) , in which the seating arrangement (1) comprises at least one carrying arm (7, 8) , and the carrying arm (7, 8) comprises an upper, first carrier (7a, 8a) and a lower, second carrier (7b, 8b).
The invention relates to a body support structure (1), such as a piece of furniture (1), in particular a piece of furniture for sitting on or a piece of furniture for lying on, such as, for example, chair (3), armchair, stool, bed or sofa, a seat (7) of the piece of furniture (1) being supported by a spring mechanism (SM), and the spring mechanism (SM) being capable of being set to a weight force (40) with which a person acts on the seat (7).
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
The invention relates to a seat (1) which comprises an underframe (3) and a seat element (2), the seat element (2) comprising a front seat part, a rear seat part, a lower backrest part and an upper backrest part. In this case, the front seat part, the rear seat part, the lower backrest part and the upper backrest part comprise at least one supporting arm (6, 7), the supporting arm (6, 7) being composed of at least one upper support (6a, 7a) and at least one lower support (6b, 7b), the upper support (6a, 7a) being guided in a region of the front seat part by at least one guide element (9), the upper support (6a, 7a) and the lower support (6b, 7b) being connected to each other in a region of the upper backrest part, the upper support (6a, 6b) and the lower support (7a, 7b) having an arcuate profile in the region of the rear seat part and in the region of the lower backrest part, the upper support (6a, 7a) and the lower support (6b, 7b) being positioned with respect to each other in the region of the rear seat part and/or in the region of the lower backrest part by at least one connecting link, and the front seat part being able to be pulled back by the upper support (6a, 7a) with a pulling-back movement directed towards the backrest parts if, when the backrest parts are loaded by an individual leaning against them, the seat element (2) is displaced from a basic position (I) into a resting position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A privacy apparatus adds a privacy sound into the environment, thereby confusing listeners as to which of the sounds is the real source. The privacy sound may be based on the speaker's own voice or may be based on another voice. At least one characteristic of the speaker (such as a characteristic of the speaker's speech) may be identified (1104). The characteristic may then be used to access a database (1106) of the speaker's own voice or another's voice, and to form one or more voice streams (1110, 1112) to form the privacy sound. The privacy sound may thus permit disruption of the ability to understand the source speech of the user by eliminating segregation cues that the auditory system uses to interpret speech.
A wall panel including a rectangular frame, a pair of wall members and a thin decorative sheet covering the wall members. The frame includes two spaced apart, generally parallel vertical frame members and spaced apart, generally parallel horizontal lower and upper frame members. The horizontal frame members are connected to the vertical frame members at opposite ends thereof to form the rectangular frame. In one embodiment, each of the frame members includes a core member and a pair of sidewall members attached to opposite sides of the core member. The wall members are attached to the sidewalls on opposing sides of the frame members. In another embodiment, inner wall members are attached to the opposing sides of the frame members, and outer wall members are thereafter attached to the inner wall member. A decorative sheet covers the outer surface of each outer wall member. The wall panels are connected to each other with a connector member. Light seal members are disposed on one of the wall panel or connector member to span at least a portion of a gap formed between at least a portion of the connected wall panels. Upper wall panels can also be mounted to various configurations of lower wall panels using a variety of connector members. Locator members and openings are provided to locate a wall member on a core assembly. An apparatus and method for positioning the locator members and openings is also provided.
