Patent Application
20210153644
A standing desk allows a user to work at a computer while standing up or while sitting on a high stool. There is a significantly higher mortality rate among people who regularly sit for prolonged periods so standing while working may help computer users live longer because it provides users with a standing option so that they may reduce how long they sit. However, like a conventional desk that is stationary, a standing desk does not provide mobility for users. Therefore, it would be desirable to create a standing desk that also provides mobility for a user.
Some embodiments described herein relate to a portable computer desk that may be worn by a user to allow a user to stand and be mobile at the same time. The portable computer desk comprises a shoulder harness coupled to an adjustable extension rod. A waist harness is also coupled to the extension rod. A platform is coupled to the extension rod.
In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, procedures, and components have not been described in detail so as not to obscure the embodiments. In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, procedures, and components have not been described in detail so as not to obscure the embodiments. The present embodiments described herein relate to a lap free portable computer desk that may be worn by a user to allow a user to stand and be mobile at the same time. Furthermore, the present embodiments described herein relate to a stand that allows for screened devices, such as, but not limited to, tablet computers, laptops, mobile phones or other portable electronic devices comprising a screen, to be used in a mobile situation.
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In some embodiments, a phone holder arm 140 may be coupled to the shoulder harness 110. The phone holder arm 140 may be used to couple a cell phone, tablet, or other small object. The phone holder arm 140 may be comprised of an extension anchor 147 coupled to the shoulder harness and one or more extensions movably coupled to the extension anchor 147.
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As stated above, the waist harness 120 may comprise a buckle 135 that may be used to adjust the waist harness 120 (e.g., tighter or loosen). The buckle 135 may also be used to couple an extension rod 133 to the waist harness 120. A flat portion 138 of the platform 130 may be configured move forward and backward over the extension rod 122 to adjust a distance of the flat portion 138 (and thus the laptop or other device) from a user. A position of the platform 130 may be secured at a desired location by inserting a pin of a locking mechanism 137 into one of a plurality of adjustment holes 139. The platform 130 and the locking mechanism 137 may move up or down on the extension rod 133 and a position may be secured by inserting the pin into an adjustment hole 139. The locking mechanism 137 may also comprise a curved portion to couple a connector or cord from the locking mechanism 137 to the shoulder harness 110.
The laptop holder 132 may be configured to secure a laptop by having raised sides to prevent a laptop or other computing device from slipping out. The sides may also be used to pressure fit the laptop or other computing device. In some embodiments, the laptop holder 132 may be exchangeable to fit specific laptops or computing devices. In some embodiments, the laptop holder may comprise adjustable sides. In some embodiments, the sides may only be in contact with the corners of the laptop to as to not impede typing. The one or more rods 134 may comprise a plurality of rods each coupled to the hinge and the laptop connector. Using multiple rods may allow for greater stability of the laptop holder 132. The hinge 136 may lock at a plurality of different positions to prevent the one or more rods 134 from moving out of position.
In some embodiments, the waist harness 120 may comprise one or more batteries or power banks that are connected via electrical connections to the laptop holder 132 or the flat portion 138 in order to power a laptop portable computer, tablet or wireless device. In some embodiments, the flat portion 138 or the laptop holder 132 may be able to rotate between 0 to 90 degrees (e.g., 45 degrees) in order to share a screen with a person standing next to the user.
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This written description uses examples to disclose multiple embodiments, including the preferred embodiments, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. Aspects from the various embodiments described, as well as other known equivalents for each such aspects, can be mixed and matched by one of ordinary skill in the art to construct additional embodiments and techniques in accordance with principles of this application.
Those in the art will appreciate that various adaptations and modifications of the above-described embodiments can be configured without departing from the scope and spirit of the claims. Therefore, it is to be understood that the claims may be practiced other than as specifically described herein.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62941430 | Nov 2019 | US |
