Enhanced Seating Furniture Chassis with Improved Cable Management and Integration
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept presents an improved seating furniture chassis that enhances the efficiency, safety, and user experience of peripheral electrical devices by introducing innovative cable management and integration features.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a seating furniture chassis with a base body, cables, and peripheral electrical devices. However, the existing design has limitations in terms of cable management, installation complexity, and electromagnetic interference. The new inventive concept addresses these issues by introducing a snap-fit mechanism, plug-and-play system, shielding, and a touchless interface to provide a more efficient, safer, and user-friendly experience.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced seating furniture chassis comprises a base body, a plurality of electrically conductive cables fastened to the base body using a snap-fit mechanism, a central electrical device, and a plurality of peripheral electrical devices. The cables are connected to the central electrical device and peripheral electrical devices using a plug-and-play system, reducing assembly time. The cables are shielded to minimize electromagnetic interference. Additionally, the operating device is a touchless interface, enabling users to control the peripheral electrical devices seamlessly. The central electrical device receives input from the touchless interface and adjusts the operation of the peripheral electrical devices accordingly.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features such as the snap-fit mechanism, plug-and-play system, shielding, and touchless interface, which provide a non-obvious solution to the limitations of the original patent. These features improve the overall efficiency, safety, and user experience of the seating furniture chassis.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different types of connectors, adjusting the cable management system, or incorporating additional sensors to monitor the performance of the peripheral electrical devices. Variations may also include integrating the seating furniture chassis with other furniture systems or using different materials for the base body and cables.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced seating furniture chassis has significant commercial potential in the furniture industry, particularly in the areas of office furniture, home furnishings, and healthcare equipment. The improved design and features can increase market share, reduce production costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Furniture Design and Electrical Systems Integration, specifically focusing on seating furniture chassis with integrated electrical and mechanical components. Requires expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical system design, and ergonomic furniture manufacturing
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer or furniture design professional with 3-5 years of experience in electrical system integration, familiar with modular design principles, cable management techniques, and user interface technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering improvements to the source patent's seating furniture chassis. The disclosed enhancements like snap-fit mechanisms, plug-and-play connectivity, and touchless interfaces are logical extensions of existing design principles in furniture and electrical system integration. These modifications represent standard problem-solving approaches that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to optimize cable management and user interaction.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,087 |
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| Title | Seating furniture chassis |
| Assignee(s) | Innotec Motion GmbH |