Arthur Leon Howard

US Patent:

52937208, Mar 15, 1994

Filed:

Dec 20, 1991

Appl. No.:

7/811249

Inventors:

Richard M. Brice - Duluth GA
Thomas M. Gattis - Marietta GA
Kent R. Brewer - Atlanta GA
Arthur G. Howard - Atlanta GA

Assignee:

The Human Factor, Inc. - Atlanta GA

International Classification:

A47B 500

US Classification:

52 361

Abstract:

A modular support structure for a control room work station is disclosed which is capable of being used to support top surfaces of different shapes. The support structure includes a plurality of adjustable posts wherein each post comprises two elongated rectangular post flanges, each having a top edge for supporting the top surface, a bottom edge, an elongated outer edge and an elongated articulating edge opposing said outer edge, and hinge means for articulating said two rectangular post flanges with each other along said articulating edges. The hinged posts permit the attachment of panels at a variety of angles to accommodate the shape of the top surface. Also provided is a control room work station having the modular support structure of the present invention.