Modular Support-Based Revolving Shelf System

Abstract

A modular support-based revolving shelf system comprising a lower base and an upper base, at least one vertical support assembly composed of support tubes interconnected via angled extensions with articulated elbows, and one or more hollow, cuboidal shelf modules rotatably mounted onto the support structure via integrally affixed bearing rings. The bases include pressure-adjustable components for vertical stabilization between floor and ceiling. The system is modular, scalable, and configurable to suit diverse architectural constraints, including sloped ceilings and irregular wall geometries. Modules incorporate access openings and optional reinforcement structures, enabling durable and adaptive spatial organization. The invention is applicable in residential, commercial, or workshop environments.

Claims

1. A modular shelving unit comprising: a lower base and an upper base; at least one vertical support rod assembly comprising a plurality of interconnected support tubes; a plurality of modular shelves mounted onto the support tubes by means of integrally affixed bearing rings; wherein the support tubes are joined by angled connectors configured to allow spatial adjustment; wherein the modular shelves are rotatable about a vertical axis defined by the support tubes; and wherein the shelving unit is stabilized by pressure-adjustable base components.

2. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the lower and upper bases each comprise a pressure plate, an adjustable screw, and a transverse locking pin.

3. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the angled connectors each comprise a proximal elbow and a distal elbow arranged to define substantially parallel pivot axes.

4. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein each modular shelf is formed as a hollow cuboid having at least one lateral access opening.

5. The shelving unit of claim 4, wherein the modular shelf further comprises access openings formed respectively in the top and bottom surfaces, the vertical axes of said openings being laterally offset relative to one another and each having a diameter of at least 80 millimeters (approximately 3.15 inches).

6. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the bearing rings are affixed adjacent to both the top and bottom surfaces of each modular shelf, enabling 360-degree rotation about the support tubes.

7. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein each modular shelf includes an internal arch structure integrated with its top surface for reinforcement.

8. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the support tubes, angled connectors, and elbows have diameters between 30 millimeters (1.18 inches) and 600 millimeters (23.62 inches).

9. The shelving unit of claim 3, wherein each elbow has a visible length between 50 millimeters (1.97 inches) and 200 millimeters (7.87 inches).

10. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein each angled connector has a length between 30 centimeters (11.81 inches) and 300 centimeters (118.11 inches).

11. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the floor of at least one modular shelf is raised above the bottom edge of its side walls and reinforced with an underlying plate.

12. The shelving unit of claim 11, wherein the bearing ring thickness matches the thickness of said reinforcing plate.

13. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the modular shelves are made of plywood, laminated board, or a similar composite material.

14. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein at least one modular shelf comprises side walls formed by a plurality of parallel, non-uniform slats interconnected by threaded fastening elements.

15. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein each modular shelf is shaped as a cube, cuboid, or polygonal prism, and has a height ranging from 10 centimeters (3.94 inches) to 100 centimeters (39.37 inches).

16. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein at least one modular shelf comprises a skeletal cubical frame constructed of interconnected metal rods, said frame including diagonal struts or braces for reinforcement and incorporating internal grid or shelf structures formed from intersecting rods.

17. The shelving unit of claim 1, wherein the upper base includes an axial mounting hole designed to receive a stabilizing pin previously secured to a ceiling surface, thereby preventing unintended displacement of the upper base during assembly of the unit.

Description

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0050] FIG. 1 is a top view of the shelving unit with modules arranged in a single vertical plane. Reference numeral 4 denotes the lower or upper base of the support column.

[0051] FIG. 2 is a view showing modules freely positioned around the vertical axis of the support column.

[0052] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a module. Reference numeral 1 indicates a pipe segment of the support column; 2 indicates the bearing rings used to mount the module on the support pipe; 3 indicates the connectors joining the pipe segments of the support column.

[0053] FIG. 4 is a side view of the shelving unit with modules aligned in a single vertical plane.

[0054] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the shelving unit with modules aligned in a single vertical plane.

[0055] FIG. 6 is a side view of the shelving unit with modules spaced along the vertical support column.

[0056] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the shelving unit with modules spaced along the vertical support column.

[0057] FIG. 8 is a view of the expansion element with a base and a module mounted on a pipe element of the support column. 1pipe segment (support column element), 2module, 3connector between pipe segments, 4base of the support column, 5bearing rings supporting the module on the pipe, 6expansion element, 7threaded rod placed inside the expansion element, 8base socket receiving the rod.

[0058] FIG. 9 shows various types of lower and upper bases for the support column. Reference numeral 4 denotes base components.

[0059] FIG. 10 illustrates elements of a support column incorporating an inclined structural component with a honeycomb-shaped module.

[0060] FIG. 11 shows assemblies of modules on the expansion-based support column using different types of connectors.

[0061] FIG. 12 presents types of connectors and components of the support columns.

[0062] FIG. 13 shows a complete assembly using inclined support column elements and honeycomb-shaped modules.

[0063] FIG. 14 shows front, side, top, and perspective views of a shelving unit using inclined support elements and honeycomb-shaped modules. 11front view, 12side view, 13top view, 14perspective view.

[0064] FIG. 15 is an alternative configuration of FIG. 14 with honeycomb-shaped modules and inclined supports, also showing: 11front view, 12side view, 13top view, 14perspective view.

[0065] FIG. 16 shows a module variant with shaped one-piece infill panels: 15front view, 16side view, 17rear view, 18bottom view, 19top view, 20perspective view.

[0066] FIG. 17 shows a two-piece infill module variant with structural vertical rods on the front face: 15front view, 16side view, 17rear view, 18bottom view, 19top view, 20perspective view.

[0067] FIG. 18 shows a structural module formed of vertically stacked layers connected by vertical rods: 15front view, 16side view, 17rear view, 18bottom view, 19top view, 20perspective view.

[0068] FIG. 19 illustrates a structural module with freely shaped outer edges formed of vertically stacked layers connected by vertical rods: 15front view, 16side view, 17rear view, 18bottom view, 19top view, 20perspective view.

[0069] FIG. 20 shows a honeycomb-shaped module in multiple views: 15front view, 16side view, 17rear view, 18bottom view, 19top view, 20perspective view.

[0070] FIG. 21 shows a wireframe module constructed of metal rods (Example 1): 16side view, 19top view.

[0071] FIG. 22 shows a wireframe module constructed of metal rods (Example 2): 16side view, 19top view.

[0072] FIG. 23 is a perspective view of an assembly using skeletal modules made of metal rods.