Mobile modular furniture framework

Abstract

The Mobile Modular Furniture Framework consists units of furniture constructed to be moved without being unpacked. Each unit will have an internal mechanism to secure the items stored within. Possible securing mechanisms include, but are not limited to, air bags or internal straps. Each unit will also have a mechanism, a handle or a strap, that facilitates carrying. The units will be able to be stacked in combinations that produce visually attractive bookshelves, chests of drawers, dressers, filing cabinets, beds, wardrobes, or other furniture used for storage. There will be horizontal surfaces included in the framework that will combine with the storage units to create desks and tables. The Mobile Modular Furniture Framework includes a collection of bases, with and without wheels, upon which the storage units will sit to further enhance customizability and mobility. There will also be a collection of toppers help finish combinations, and, in some cases, add stability.

1 . A framework of modular furniture comprising a plurality of units each having an external form that can be made sturdy to support the storage of items within its interior. Each of the units will have a mechanism to secure items stored internally. Each unit will provide for appropriate storage of the securing mechanism. Examples of such mechanisms include but are not limited to: 
 a. Internal airbags.    b. Internal straps.    c. Foam or other stuffing materials.    d. High resistance surfaces such as Velcro or rubber pads.    
   
   
       2 . The external form of  claim 1  will consist of any reliable sturdy shape. Examples of such sturdy forms include but are not limited to: 
 a. A rectangular shaped box with a right wall, a left wall, a back wall, a top wall, and a bottom wall.    b. A cylindrical shaped box with a back wall.    c. A hexagonal shaped box with a back wall.    
   
   
       3 . The external form of  claim 1  may be constructed in such a way that it is collapsible.  
   
   
       4 . The external form of  claim 1  will constructed of wood, metal, plastic, or any other material with sufficient strength.  
   
   
       5 . The units of  claim 1  will employ a mechanism that allows it to be stacked or fastened to a neighboring unit, or units, for stability. Such mechanisms include but are not limited to feet, feet with latches, and other traditional, unpatented methods of stacking.  
   
   
       6 . The units of  claim 1  will employ a mechanism that facilitates carrying during a move. Such mechanisms include but are not limited to handles incorporated into the physical design of the unit or adjoined to the unit.  
   
   
       7 . The units of  claim 1  will have cover that fit over it to protect it during a move. This cover will be made of cloth or some other durable material.  
   
   
       8 . Some units of  claim 1  will provide shelf functionality. For units of this type, the front wall of  claim 2  will consist of one or more doors. The door(s) will have a locking mechanism so that the door(s) can be locked to support the weight of items stored within without opening during a move. The door(s) will be removable. The shelf units may be comprised of  1  or more internal shelves, which can be stationary or pull out.  
   
   
       9 . Some units of  claim 1  will provide wardrobe functionality. For units of this type, the front wall of  claim 2  will consist of one or more doors. The door(s) will have a locking mechanism so that the door(s) can be locked to support the weight of items stored within without opening during a move. The door(s) will be removable. The wardrobe units may have one or more internal horizontal bars from which to hang items.  
   
   
       10 . Each door of claims  8  and  9  will employ a mechanism that will enable it to be attached to the door of neighboring units so that they may function as a single door.  
   
   
       11 . Some units of  claim 1  will provide drawer functionality. For units of this type, the front wall of  claim 2  will consist of the front(s) of the drawer(s). These units may be comprised of 1 or more drawers.  
   
   
       12 . Some units may provide a combination of drawer, wardrobe, and shelf functionality. Within such a unit, a shelf will function as defined in  claim 8 . Within such a unit, wardrobe will function as defined in claims  9 . Within such a unit, a drawer will function as defined in  claim 11 .  
   
   
       13 . The framework of modular furniture will include a plurality of base units. At least one appropriate to each of the possible rigid forms defined in  claim 2 .  
   
   
       14 . Some base units of  claim 13  will be constructed to remain stationary, with small castor wheels, or with large wheels to support hand-truck-like movement.  
   
   
       15 . Attachments will be provided for the units of  claim 1  to interact with the bases of  claim 13 .  
   
   
       16 . The framework of modular furniture will include a plurality of topper units. At least one appropriate to each of the possible rigid forms defined in  claim 2 .  
   
   
       17 . Some topper units of  claim 16  will be constructed to interact with the base units of  claim 18 .  
   
   
       18 . The framework of modular furniture will include a plurality of table or desk units. At least one appropriate to each of the possible rigid forms defined in  claim 2 .  
   
   
       19 . The framework of modular furniture will include a plurality of leg units. At least one appropriate to each of the possible table or desk units defined in claim. The leg units will allow stand-alone tables or desks to be composed within the furniture framework.  
   
   
       20 . Ergonomic attachments will be provided for the table or desk units defined in  claim 18 . These attachments include but are not limited to keyboard and mouse holders, book holders, and mechanisms to adjust the height of laptops or screens.