Memory Height Settings for Standing Desks
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Height-adjustable desks require precise control systems that can reliably position loads of 50-100kg while maintaining position accuracy within ±2mm. Current systems face challenges with drift over time, positioning repeatability across multiple daily adjustments, and maintaining synchronization between multiple lifting columns.
The fundamental challenge lies in balancing smooth, precise height control with robust position memory and user safety features that prevent sudden movements or drift.
This page brings together solutions from recent research—including predictive maintenance systems that monitor motor characteristics, synchronized telescoping mechanisms for stable movement, and smart control systems with user presence detection and automatic height recall. These and other approaches focus on creating reliable, user-friendly height adjustment systems suitable for daily office use.
1. Modular Desk with Central Support, Configurable Width, Adjustable Legs, and Embedded Smart Control Module
GUANGZHOU KUOHU ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS CO LTD, 2023
A modular, adjustable, expandable, and smart desk that can be configured to fit different workspace needs. The desk has a central support with left and right sections that overlap for combined installation. A driving mechanism below the central support allows expanding the desk width. Adjustable legs on both sides enable height customization. An embedded smart module controls features like desk extension, leg height adjustment, and LED lighting. This flexible, smart, and modular desk design enables customizable workstations without disassembly and expansion.
2. Adjustable Desk with Independently Height-Adjustable and Positionable Desktops
SHANGHAI GUMUTAN TECH CO LTD, SHANGHAI GUMUTAN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
Adjustable desk with independently adjustable desktops that allows users to customize their workspace height and configuration. The desk has a main desktop and secondary desktops that can be adjusted independently. This allows users to set different heights for each desktop to suit their needs. The desktops can also be moved relative to each other to further adapt the layout. The adjustment mechanism uses rods, knobs, and locking members to change the height and position of the secondary desktops.
3. Electric Lifting Desk with Height Memory and Encoding Counter System
GUANGZHOU LIEWEI TECH CO LTD, GUANGZHOU LIEWEI TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
Electric lifting desk with memory for storing and recalling previously set heights. The desk has a bottom frame, a lifting assembly between the frame and the table top, a driving assembly at the bottom to raise and lower the table, and an encoding counter in the driving assembly. The desk also has an operation panel on the table top that connects to the driving assembly. The panel allows setting and storing final height values. When the desk is next used, it can be raised to the previously stored height by retrieving the saved value from the panel.
4. Tabletop Height Adjustment System with Actuator-Controlled Memory Storage and Recall Mechanism
Knoll, Inc., 2020
A tabletop adjustment system that allows quick and convenient height adjustment with memory storage and recall features. The system uses an actuator with a button and movable member attached to the tabletop. The actuator communicates with the height adjustment system to move the tabletop. The actuator controller stores and recalls specific height positions. This allows saving and recalling user-preferred heights for sitting and standing positions. It also prevents overshooting the minimum or maximum saved heights.
5. Standing Desk with Automated Height Adjustment and User Profile Memory System
QualGear LLC, 2019
An automatically adjustable standing desk that remembers user-preferred heights for sitting and standing positions and prompts users to spend more time standing during the work day. The desk has a memory feature that allows users to easily adjust between sitting and standing heights without manual input. It also has sensors to detect when a user moves between sitting and standing. The desk can store multiple user profiles with their preferred heights. A mobile app provides metrics on standing time to encourage users to stand more.
6. Height Adjustable Desk with Solenoid-Actuated Lifting Screw and Lubricated Movement Mechanism
KWON BYUNG WOON, Kwon Byung-woon, 2019
A height adjustable desk that allows users to set customized desk heights for different tasks and body positions. The desk has mechanisms to move the work surface up and down. It uses multiple solenoid devices and a lifting screw to precisely adjust the height. This allows users to secure a comfortable work space and appropriate height for sitting or standing tasks. The desk also has features like a fixed bridge and lubricating pads for smooth movement.
7. Electronic Desk with Automated Height Adjustment and Integrated Display Control System
HEFEI RENDE ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, HEFEI RENDE ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2017
An electronic smart computer desk with automated height adjustment controlled by a display panel. The desk has a tabletop with a lower section connected to a height adjustment device. A display panel on the upper surface allows setting desired desk heights. When adjusted, commands are sent to a computer control system to drive the height adjustment device to the selected height. This provides automated, intelligent height adjustment for the desk. The display panel can also have features like memory presets and timed height changes. The desk can use materials like camphor, fir, or oak for health benefits.
8. Adjustable Desk with Interconnected Linkage and Height Locking Mechanism
PLFEA, 2017
A desk that can be adjusted to different heights and locked at desired heights to accommodate users of varying heights. The desk has a frame, a top plate, and a height adjuster. The adjuster has interconnected links and a control mechanism that allows the user to release and lock the height. The links rotate to raise or lower the top plate. A button releases the links to raise/lower, and a separate control locks them. This allows users to adjust their own desk height and secure it.
9. Desk with Adjustable Height Mechanism Featuring Sliding Passages in Receiving Portion
YAO-CHUAN WU, 2016
Adjustable desk that allows customizable height for reducing strain and improving ergonomics when working on a computer for extended periods. The desk has a support part with a receiving portion above it that has an opening and sliding passages. The desk board slides into the receiving portion through the opening and along the passages to adjust its height. This allows the user to easily change the desk board height to match their preferred position for the monitor and chair.
10. Adjustable Desk System with User-Specific Height Memory and Proximity-Based Automatic Adjustment
TOME, INC., 2016
A system to accurately set and store preferred heights for an adjustable desk and automatically adjust the desk to those heights. The system has a control panel that lets the user set and store specific height positions. When moving the desk to a stored height, the system monitors the movement and notifies the user when it reaches the stored position. This prevents overshooting or undershooting. The system also detects when a user is nearby to automatically apply their stored heights.
11. Adjustable Desk with Motorized Height and Width Adjustment Featuring Motion Detection and Balance Control
DESIGN COLORS CO, 2016
A smart adjustable desk that allows users to easily adjust the height of the work surface to suit sitting and standing positions, reducing health issues from prolonged sitting. The desk has a lifting mechanism with motors and controls to raise and lower the legs. It also has width adjustability by connecting frames. Features like motion detection and balanced lifting prevent issues like wobbling or unbalanced height. An operation button allows separate ascend/descend control and an initial position set. A controller compares leg motion to prevent imbalances. The desk frame is modular with leg options for customization. The design aims to improve ergonomics and prevent health issues from sitting work.
12. Desk with Adjustable Height and Angle Featuring Variable Flow Control System and Button-Activated Angle Adjustment Mechanism
GM PARTNER, GM Partner Co., Ltd., 2015
A desk with adjustable height and angle to improve ergonomics and comfort for users of different sizes and needs. The desk has a top plate that can be raised and lowered to accommodate users with varying heights. It also has a mechanism to adjust the angle of the top plate. This allows users to customize the desk to their preferred position. The height adjustment is achieved through a variable flow control system that allows fine-tuning. The angle adjustment is triggered by pressing a button. This provides a more versatile and user-friendly height and angle adjustment mechanism compared to conventional desks.
13. Adjustable Desk with Gas Shock-Based Height Adjustment Mechanism and Multi-Component Frame Structure
(), CAMFURS LINE CO LTD, 2015
Adjustable desk with a simple height adjustment mechanism that allows users to easily customize their desk height for improved comfort and productivity. The mechanism uses gas or air shocks to provide smooth and gentle operation during height adjustment. This avoids vibrations and impacts during operation. The desk has a frame with multiple components like a support frame, control frame, power transmission housings, and a multi-screw housing. It also has features like guide frames, slide seals, and leveling devices. The gas shocks absorb forces generated during height adjustment for a smoother experience. This allows users of all ages to easily adjust the desk height to their preference.
14. Stand-Up Desk with Telescoping Tubes and Five-Point Lateral Stabilization System
Dayna Adrienne Martin, 2015
A stand up desk that improves health and provides a user to work ergonomically standing up by using telescoping tubes to adjust the desk height and a five-point anchoring system to stabilize it from lateral forces. This allows customizable height adjustment and better stability compared to existing standing desks. It aims to provide a more ergonomic standing work option for people who can't replace their desks and need a desktop-only solution.
15. Vertically Adjustable Table with Ratcheting Mechanism and Toggle-Activated Latch System
Knoll, Inc., 1997
A vertically adjustable table with a ratcheting mechanism that allows easy single-user height adjustment of the work surface. The table has a pair of vertical leg assemblies with inner and outer sleeves that slide relative to each other. A ratcheting latch mechanism inside the sleeves prevents accidental movement when the table is in position. The latch has a toggle that pivots between the sleeves and engages ratchet teeth. Lifting the table engages the teeth, and lowering it releases them. The ratchets prevent the table from dropping when the toggle is released. This lets a user raise or lower the table by pushing or pulling the work surface, without needing two hands or external tools.
These patents demonstrate different methods of applying height presets. Some, such as those with memory presets for storing and recalling preferred heights, concentrate on the control mechanism. Others put a higher priority on user participation; examples include mobile app integration for standing time tracking or devices that automatically modify height upon user detection.
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