MXPA99009934A - Information visualization system - Google Patents

Abstract

An information visualization system is presented. There is also a work environment that offers a work area and a work station that includes the information visualization system. The information display system includes a track system adapted to be fixed on, a mounting structure and a plurality of display panels connected to the track system for movement relative to the mounting structure. The display panels are adapted to present information selectively for display by means of a pivoting and translation movement of the plurality of display panels. The track system may include at least one rail. The display panels can protrude from the track system to a vertical lift in order to provide a clearance under the display panels for a seated worker. The information display system may include a plurality of containers connected to the track system for travel relative to the mounting structure, with each of the several containers adapted to include at least one display panel. Each of the display panels is adapted to present information and the information can be presented selectively for viewing by movement of the plurality of containers. Each of the display panels may include at least one display board. A connection area can be placed along the track system and can be configured in such a way that at least one of the display panels is at least partially hidden. A threshold for services may be adapted for movement along a predefined path in the work area for the purpose of selectively providing services to at least a portion of the work area. The work environment can offer a work space that can be arranged or divided in order to include at least one work area within the available floor space. In the work area, the display panels can be moved from a first array to at least a second array. The first arrangement allows a worker to use substantially all the space of an available floor: the second arrangement allows several workers to share the available floor space in order to facilitate the smooth floor space by workers present in the environment of work

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INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to an information display system adapted for use within a work environment that provides one or more work stations. CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS The following US patent applications are mentioned by reference and are incorporated by reference here: (a) serial number (attorney registration number 26167-562), entitled "INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM" Information) and presented with the present; (b) serial number (attorney's registration number 26167-563), entitled "WORK STATION" (Work Station), and presented herewith; (c) serial number (lawyer registration number 26167-564), entitled "WORK ENVIRONMENT" (Work environment) and presented together with the present; (d) serial number (attorney registration number 26167-568), entitled "DISPLAY BOARD SYSTEM", and presented together with this; (e) serial number (lawyer registration number 26167-569), entitled "DISPLAY BOARD SYSTEM" and presented together with this. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION In a large work environment, it is known to define a group workspace that can be divided or otherwise arranged to create one or several work areas for use by individual workers or small groups. of workers. The work areas are usually configured to form one or several work stations, by arranging one or more pieces of furniture, for example divisions, work surfaces, storage units, chairs or sitting items, etc., typically in a manner intended to support workers in a wide range of individual or group activities. Typically, such arrangements are not optimally suited for use in a dynamic work environment, where the equipment and individual spaces, ideally, must present a quick configuration capability and a quick reconfiguration capability by the workers themselves in a highly effective manner, as required for several sets of individual or group activities. Recently, these dynamic work environments characterized by the need for flexibility, reconfigurable work areas, and the ability to support a wide range of activities of individual workers and project teams of various sizes have become common and typically include more mobile forms. of furniture of this type.

All of these workspaces should typically host a flow of information, often presented in the form of documents, that is created, used or shared by workers. In fact, in known work environments, it is known to provide the display of information to support the individual activities or in a group of one or more workers. A fundamental purpose of an information visualization system is to facilitate the "persistence of information" - to provide an organizational environment for the presentation of information that freely allows the collection of information, the presentation of information, and the retention of information as it becomes meaningful or useful for an individual person or a group. This purpose is best achieved through a system that allows the current information to be presented in a prominent and easily accessible manner. However, a known arrangement for presenting information in a work environment, which typically employs both vertical surfaces and horizontal surfaces provided within the work environment, does not fully achieve this purpose and other desirable purposes. This is particularly true in the case of a dynamic work environment. In some typical work environments it is very common to present information on "fixed" or "static" vertical surfaces such as full height walls, walls with partial height panels, or similar. Fixed walls typically provide the capacity for territorial division of the workspace, and incidentally provide a stable vertical surface for the prominent display of information (eg, space to present the information in "mosaic"). However, due to the fact that the amount of vertical wall surfaces available for use to present information is limited, also the volume of information that can be displayed is limited. In addition, fixed walls are not easily reconfigurable to form work areas since the reconfiguration of the workspace usually requires time and is generally a labor-intensive process beyond the capacity of the workers themselves and requires a substantial amount of planning and the use of tools and other equipment. Since the fixed walls are effectively immobile and are not typically placed for the display of information, their efficiency is further reduced. In addition, the commonly known methods for presenting information on fixed walls of such known arrangements, for example, do not offer an adequate organizational framework for an optimal degree of information persistence. In many cases, according to commonly known arrangements, the visual effect or "stage" is provided in the work environment by means of information visualized in vertical walls and the surfaces tend to be static and constantly "in view", being able to update or change rarely, for example, when graphs are placed in relatively inaccessible locations. In other cases, the way in which information is visualized on a vertical surface makes it fleeting and easily erased, for example, when information is written on a white board. That is, fixed walls can not adequately achieve optimal "information persistence" attributes, nor can they support the reconfiguration capability needed in a dynamic work environment. It is also very common to visualize and store information on horizontal surfaces, such as those offered by desks, tables, storage units or similar, in piles. However, given that the amount of horizontal surfaces in a work environment is limited, such information is commonly "stacked" or covered with other information, preferably given to other information - intentionally or accidentally in relation to the information that is below it. As layers of information are created on the horizontal surface, it is common for workers to obtain it in practice in which information is presented to the view below other information only when it is required.

While the information presented in this way is usually characterized by its ability to access, this information is often forgotten, lost or misplaced as the "layers" are arranged, especially in situations in which large quantities or varied amounts of information participate. in relation to the available work space. Likewise, when a horizontal surface is used in this way, workers do not have a space that could be better used as a real work surface instead of a storage space for information of lower preference. The use of a horizontal surface in this way is inconsistent with the dynamic work environment, where information is ideally used, visualized and stored in a highly efficient manner, and where work surfaces can be shared by more than one worker ( each of which may require access or desire access to totally different sets of information). The hanging of display panel systems represents an attempt to achieve the advantages of prominence and accessibility that are not achieved either through the use of fixed walls or work surfaces. However, the fact of hanging display panel systems does not fully achieve the optimum "information persistence" attributes particularly in situations in which large quantities or varied amounts of information are found in relation to the available workspace. The fact of hanging display panel systems represents an attempt to offer a less permanent but prominent vertical surface, where the information can be visualized, in a work area. Hanging display panel systems have been developed to display information in various formats that employ individual panels that are portable and can be displayed in layered or other arrangements. Sometimes, these configurations can include arrays that offer a reconfigurable space division degree and the mobile display panels allow the update of the information or its change. But the mobility of display panels in systems of this type makes it very difficult to "manage" such systems, either for a structure organized to provide the optimum degree of persistence of information or by using the boards for an effective division of space . In fact, while these systems may include a wide variety of mounting structures such as carts, upper support beams or other structures that allow a wide variety of configurations, none offers an optimal structure for such handling.

Therefore, it would be helpful to offer a system of visualization of information for use in a work environment which facilitates efficient use, efficient visualization and efficient storage of information in the work environment. It would also be beneficial to offer a system of information visualization that more effectively facilitates the "persistence of information" - the collection and retention of significant information for an individual or for a group - in such a way that the information is easily available and it can be "revealed" if necessary and can be "hidden" and conveniently stored when it is not required. It would also be advantageous to have an information visualization system that facilitates the handling and use of information on vertical surfaces, offering an abundance of viewing surfaces while occupying a minimum amount of work space. It would also be advantageous to have an information visualization system that offers an organizational scheme to separate, identify and link related but different fields of visualized information. It would also be advantageous to offer a work station using a visualization system of information and associated structures in order to create work areas that can be easily configured and reconfigured for use by individual workers, small groups of workers, or large groups of workers. It would also be advantageous to offer a work environment that includes the information visualization system in such a way that workstations and work areas can be dynamically configured and reconfigured. It would also be advantageous to have a visualization system of information for use in a work environment that allows the efficient and complete transformation of the visual context of a work space or work station during transitions between projects, tasks, and personal breaks in the course of a work day or work week. It would also be helpful to have an information display system for use in a work environment that provides an arrangement and proportion of display boards that evoke a spatial sensation or wrap and immersion for an individual or a small group that is watching information. COMPENDIUM OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to an information display system. The information display system includes a track system adapted to be fixed on a substantially vertical mounting structure and a plurality of display panels connected to a track system for pivoting and translation movement relative to the mounting structure. At least one display panel of the plurality of display panels is adapted to present information selectively for display by means of movement of the plurality of display panels. The present invention also relates to a work space that provides at least one work area. The workspace includes a mounting structure and a track system fixed on the mounting structure. Several display boards fixed on the track system both for pivoting movement in relation to the mounting structure and for translation movement in relation to the track system. The display boards are adapted to display information and where the display boards can be moved between a first array and at least one second array to selectively reveal at least a portion of the information and to selectively hide at least some other part of the information. The present invention also relates to a work space to offer at least one work area. The work space includes a system of tracks and an information display system that includes a plurality of display panels adapted to present the information fixed on the track system both for pivoting movement and for translation movement in relation to the system tracks between a first arrangement and at least a second arrangement. At least one work area, the first array of panels is configured to display information in panels for individual workers, and the second array of panels within at least one work area is configured to share information or panels with a group of workers. The present invention also relates to an information display system. The information display system includes at least one rail and a plurality of display boards fixed for movement in relation to at least one rail. The display boards are in the fly position relative to it at least one rail in a vertical lift to provide low clearance of the display boards for a seated worker. The present invention also relates to an information display system. The information display system includes a track system adapted to be fixed on a mounting structure and a plurality of containers connected to the track system for movement relative to the structure of assembly. Each of the various containers is adapted to provide a first display panel and a second display panel. Each of the display panels is adapted to present information and the information can be presented selectively for viewing by moving the plurality of containers. The present invention also relates to a work space. The work space includes a mounting structure and a track system adapted to be fixed on the mounting structure. A plurality of display panels is conne to the track system for movement along the track system. A coupling area is placed along the track system configured in such a way that at least one of the display panels is at least partially hidden. The present invention also relates to a work station that defines a work area. The work area includes at least one threshold for services adapted to move along a predefined path in the work area to selectively deliver services to at least a portion of the work area. The present invention also relates to a fixed floor space working environment adapted to support a group of workers who share information contained in various display panels. The work environment is equipped with a plurality of display panels mounted for movement along at least one rail between a first array and at least one second array. The first arrangement allows a worker to use substantially all of the available work space, the second arrangement allows several workers to share the available floor space in order to facilitate the use of floor space by workers present in the work environment. DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1 is a perspective view of a work environment in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 (A) is a perspective view of an information display system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 (B) is a perspective view of a work space provided in a conventional work environment. Figure 2 (C) is a perspective view of a workspace provided in a work environment that includes an information display system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figures 3 (A) to 3 (D) are perspective views of a workstation in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 (A) is a front elevational view of a work station in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 (B) is a side elevational view of the workstation of Figure 4 (A). Figure 5 is a perspective view of a work environment in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention that provides a workstation configured for use by an individual worker. Figure 6 is a perspective view of the work environment of Figure 5 where the work station has been configured for use by the individual worker. Figure 7 is a perspective view of the work environment of Figure 5 that provides workstations configured for use by workers who work independently. Figure 7 (B) is a perspective view of the working environment of Figure 5 providing workstations configured for use by 3 workers who work independently. Figure 8 is a perspective view of the working environment of Figure 5 providing a work station that has been configured for use by a group of two workers working together. Figure 9 is a perspective view of the work environment of Figure 5 where the work station has been configured for use by a group of 5 workers working in collaboration. Fig. 10 is a perspective view of the work environment of Fig. 5 where the work station has been reconfigured by means of the rearrangement of the display boards. Figure 11 (A) is a fragmentary perspective view of a workstation in accordance with an exemplary embodiment in a secure condition. Figures 11 (B) and 11 (C) are fragmentary perspective views of the workstation of Figure 11 (A) in an open condition. Figure 11 (B) is a fragmentary perspective view of the workstation of Figure 11 (A) in a substantially private condition. Figure 12 is a perspective view of a work environment in an inactive condition. Figure 13 is a top plan view of the working environment of Figure 12 in a first active condition. Fig. 14 is a top plan view of the working environment of Fig. 12 in a second active condition. Figure 15 (A) is a top plan view of the working environment of Figure 12 in a third active condition. Figure 15 (B) is a perspective view of the working environment of Figure 15 (A) (without workers). Figure 16 (A) is a perspective view of a workstation that includes a threshold for services and a connection area in accordance with a preferred embodiment. Figure 16 (B) is a perspective view of a workstation that includes a threshold for services and a connection area in accordance with an alternative mode. Figure 17 is a perspective view of an information display system in accordance with an alternative embodiment. Figures 18 (A) to 18 (C) are schematic diagrams of containers associated with an information display system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment indicating the stop action arrangements for the display boards associated with the containers. Figure 19 is a perspective view of a container of an information display system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 20 (A) is a fragmentary enlarged perspective view of a mounting assembly of the container of the information display system of Fig. 19. Fig. 20 (B) is a fragmentary rear view of the assembly assembly. Figures 20 (C) and 20 (D) are seen in transverse floors of the assembly assembly.

Figure 20 (E) is a perspective view of the assembly assembly. Figures 21 (A) to 21 (C) are fragmentary enlarged views of the container of the information display system of Figure 19. Figures 22 and 23 (A) and 23 (B) are enlarged fragmentary perspective views of FIG. a container associated with an information display system in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 24 (A) is a perspective view of the container of the information display system of Figure 22 showing the installation of display boards. Figure 24 (B) is a fragmentary perspective view of the container of Figures 22 and 24 (A). Figure 2 (C) is a front elevational view of the container of Figures 22 and 24 (A). Figure 25 is a fragmentary enlarged perspective view of an information display system in accordance with an alternative embodiment. Figure 26 is a fragmentary enlarged perspective view of a container of an information display system in accordance with an alternative embodiment. Figures 27 (A) to 27 (C) are views in schematic side elevation of the container of Figures 26. Figures 27 (D) and 27 (E) are seen in fragmentary views of the container of Figures 27 (A) a 27 (C) showing an arrangement to install a mail slot. Figure 28 is a fragmentary cross-sectional view of a display board associated with the container of the information display system of Figures 27 (A) to 27 (C). Figures 29 to 32 are perspective views of a workstation in accordance with an alternative embodiment of the present invention. Figure 33 is a fragmentary plan view of a rail hinge arrangement for the work station of Figures 29 to 32. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED MODALITIES With reference to the figures, an information display system for its use in association with a work environment which may include one or more work stations in accordance with preferred embodiments and other exemplary embodiments of the present invention. For the purposes of any exemplary or alternative embodiment of the present invention, the work environment can be of any type that generally provides a workspace for one or more workers. The work space can be divided or otherwise arranged in order to offer one or several work areas for use by workers, who may be developing several individual activities or group activities, for example, as It can be developed by members by members of a project team or department. The workstations can be configured within the work environment by including one or several pieces of furniture within the work areas to support the workers and their activities. As indicated in the figures, the information visualization system can be adapted for use within the work environment or it can include work stations in various arrangements, each one designed to support individual team activities of one or more workers, by example, facilitating the efficient creation, efficient use and efficient storage of information or the configuration and reconfiguration of work areas for activities. According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the working environment will be defined at least partially by architectural walls and / or a system of panel walls, such as partial height partitions, each of which can provide a mounting structure for the system information display. As will be seen with reference to exemplary embodiments, the work environment and associated work stations can be arranged to include any of various furniture and other associated elements, including additional panel walls configured in any of several orientations, chair, or other seating devices, products for storage or retention, tables and other work surfaces, lighting products, or lighting systems, as well as other accessories of electronic type or of computation and other systems (with associated connections such as for example wiring) known and used in the work environment. According to the alternative modalities, one or more pieces of furniture can offer a mounting structure for the information display system. With reference to Figure 1, a working environment 2 (a) is shown which defines a workspace according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Work areas including work stations 4 (a) and 4 (b) are provided within the workspace defined by work environment 2 (a). The work stations 4 (a) and 4 (b), formed along a vertical panel wall 282 meeting on a floor 118, can be configured for use by one worker or several workers 114 (two are shown) workers working independently in separate work areas) and to include one or more pieces of furniture. A work station 4 (a) includes a storage unit in the form of shelves 14, a mobile table 16 and a chair 18; a workstation 4 (b) includes a mobile file cart 20, a mobile table 16 and a chair 18. Work environment 2 (a) also includes a display system 6 and a threshold for services 24 that may be associated with any of the work stations 4 (a) and 4 (b). An information display system 6 includes a plurality of information containment structures illustrated as containers 8. Each container 8 provides two illustrated side panels such as the right display panel 44 and a left display panel 44; each display panel 44 offers an external surface 40 and an internal surface 42; each container 8 provides two external surfaces 40 and two internal surfaces 42 for the display or presentation of information. Each container 8 is connected to a track system illustrated as a set of horizontal rails 30 mounted on a mounting structure illustrated as panel pairs 282 through a mounting assembly. In accordance with a particular preferred embodiment, as shown in Figure 1, the assembly assembly includes a sliding mechanism configured to allow movement of the container to move along the track system and a pivot mechanism configured to allow the pivoting movement of each display panel about a vertical axis in relation to the mounting structure. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, each container display panel is connected to the pivot mechanism such that any display panel can pivot relative to the other display panel. A connection area 38 illustrated as associated with the shelf storage unit 14 provides a defined and partially covered space or a wrapper for convenient storage in one or more containers 8 (as well as other furniture, such as a mobile mixture 16) inside a workstation 4 (a). A threshold for services 24 is connected to a track system illustrated as a horizontal rail 31 mounted on the side of a panel wall 282. A threshold for services 24 is formed of an "L" shaped box with a frame member horizontal illustrated as a beam 49 and a vertical structure member illustrated as a post 50. A threshold for services 24 includes a mounting assembly 52 (a) having a sliding mechanism 54 (including one or more sliding blocks) engaging a horizontal rail 31, and an awning 55 associated with light attachments 56 fixed on a beam 49; a threshold for services 24 also includes a floor wheel assembly 58 (e.g. furniture wheels or the like) at the base of the post 50. As illustrated, a service threshold 24, is configured for a sliding movement along of a panel wall 282 on a horizontal rail 31 and the rotational movement on the floor 118 on a wheel assembly. In accordance with any particular preferred embodiment, the threshold for services is configured to support services (eg voice, energy, data, etc.) or for connection to services for use in the work area, see FIGURES 16 (A) and 16 (B). It should be noted that, according to any preferred embodiment, the information display system and its associated elements can be easily arranged to configure or reconfigure one or more work stations or work areas of various sizes within the work space given in one. working environment, for example by selective arrangement of the containers and / or display panels of the information display system, the threshold for services, and the connection area and the other associated furniture, in order to support one or several workers in individual or group activities. In accordance with alternative modalities, the connection area can be equipped with a wide range of structures or furniture, alone or in combination, which have been arranged to offer a space where the containers and / or display panels and furniture can be stored. In the exemplary embodiment of FIGURE 1, two work stations 4 (a) and 4 (b) were formed, each configured to support individual workers 114 and 119 dedicated to independent work using information presented on display panels offered by the information display system. As shown in figure 1 and in other figures, the information contained in display panels can be presented or hidden selectively, for example, by the selective arrangement of the relative positions of the containers in relation to other containers or furniture associated or by the selective arrangement of the pivot condition of the display panels associated with the containers. When the display panels are oriented in such a way that the inner surface of the container display panel is pulled adjacent to another display panel of the container and in parallel alignment with said other display panel of the container, the container is said to be in a "closed" condition and the information contained in any of the internal surfaces is known as "hidden" information. When a container display panel pivots about the vertical axis out of parallel alignment relative to the other container display panel, the container is said to be in an "open" condition and the information contained on both internal surfaces is said to be it is "revealed" (otherwise it is obstructed or hidden in another way). Each display panel of the container can be pivoted independently at 90 ° in relation to the closed condition; when each display panel has been pivoted 90 ° in such a way that the display panels are 180 ° opposite, the container is in a "fully open" condition and the information on both internal surfaces is "revealed", while the Information on both external surfaces is "hidden". With reference to FIGURE 1 (A), containers 8 are closed and containers 8 (a) and 8 (d) are partially open (with a display panel pivoted at 90 ° relative to the other display panel); no container is completely open. As can be seen several combined orientations of display panels can make the information "revealed" or "hidden" according to whether a given surface is in visible condition. As will be seen, a display panel may include or may consist of 1 or several display boards, typically selectively removable boards or sheets containing information for viewing or on which information may be applied. FIGURE 2 (A) shows the basic elements of information display systems 6 (a) and 6 (b) in accordance with a first exemplary embodiment and a second exemplary embodiment. In accordance with the first exemplary embodiment, an information display system 6 (a) includes containers 8 that have a mounting assembly 32 configured for attachment to a track system that includes a pair of horizontal rails 30. In accordance with second exemplary embodiment, an information display system 6 (b) includes containers 9 having a mounting assembly 33 configured for attachment to a track system that includes a single horizontal rail 30. As shown, both the assembly assembly 32 as the assembly assembly 33 also allow a pivoting movement of associated containers 8 and 9, respectively, in relation to the respective mounting structure. In accordance with the first exemplary embodiment, each container 8 (a) offers two display panels coupled in the form of a pivot 44 (ie, as shown in FIGURE 1). In accordance with the second exemplary embodiment, each container 9 includes a single display panel 44 (a) that offers two external surfaces 40 (but no internal surface). A single display panel 44 (a) is connected to a mounting assembly 33 (a) to allow a pivot movement relative to the mounting structure. As is evident, in accordance with any of the exemplary embodiments, information contained on an external surface of a display panel of a container is usually revealed and visible but can be hidden when a container is placed in a manner closely adjacent to another container ( or when placed in a suitable connection area or tightly adjacent to a wall or another piece of furniture). In accordance with any preferred embodiment, regardless of the number of display panels, the information display system will include containers that selectively allow the information presented in the display panels to be revealed and hidden. As shown in FIGS. 2 (A) and 2 (C), the containers 8 of the information display system 6 offer information visualization in an efficient manner in terms of space, in vertical orientation. As a result, by using the information visualization system, the prominent and vertically oriented total space available for viewing information within a work environment can be increased compared to conventional work environments that do not include the information visualization system. . With reference to FIGURE 2 (B), a conventional 2x work environment is shown in the form of a quarter (ie, for example purposes, a quarter of 18 feet by 21 feet in terms of its dimensions). A conventional 2x work environment includes 4 vertical walls (3 walls are presented 282) and one floor 118; a conventional work environment 2 (a) has a fixed amount of vertical wall display area and a fixed area of work space or floor space. As shown, with each of the three walls 282 in use, a conventional 2x work environment may contain a fixed number of display boards 10 (eg, 19 display boards as shown), which may be mounted on the walls, hanging on the walls, or in a sliding mounting relationship, etc., (either way, each display board is parallel to the wall on which it is mounted). (For example purposes, each display board has dimensions of 3 feet by 4 feet). With reference to Figure 2 (C), a work environment 2 (y) is presented as a room that includes an information display system 6 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Even when a working environment 2 (y) is otherwise identical and against size to conventional 2x work environment, and therefore have the same amount of vertical wall display area and floor space, the installation of the visualization system of information 6 in a single wall 282 presents a substantial increase in the number of display board 10 that can be found in a work environment 2 (y). As shown in the exemplary embodiment, an information display system 6 has a total number of 112 display boards 10 (4 associated with corresponding display panels of each of 28 containers) in a single wall 282; in a conventional 2x working environment, a single wall 282 had only 7 display boards 10 (while the use of the three visible walls presented only a total of 19 display boards). As shown by comparing FIGURES 2 (B) AND 2 (C), and in accordance with the preferred embodiment, the information display system increases the amount of information that can be presented for viewing within a work environment giving a otherwise fixed amount of wall space or vertical surface area. As shown in FIGURE 2 (C) and in other FIGURES, the information display system also facilitates the management of a comparatively large volume of information for access, viewing and storage in a given work environment. With reference to Figures 4 (A) and 4 (B), an exemplary embodiment of a workstation 4 (d) is shown including an information display system 6. An information display system has a container 8 (d) ), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k) fixed for movement along a set of 30 mounted rails in a panel wall 280. Figures 4 (A) and 4 (B) illustrate the spaced relationship between the containers, a threshold for services 24, a storage unit 14 that provides a connection area 38 (A), as well as a worker 114 and other furniture, including a panel wall 280, a mixture 16, a chair 18, and a mobile file unit 20, in a work station 4 (d). As shown in FIGURE 4 (A), a worker 114 sits in a chair 18 on a table 16 which provides a horizontal work surface ß directly below an open container 8 (g), such that the worker 114 is "immersed" in the information presented on display board 10 (a) and 10 (b) in a manner very similar to the relationship that a worker would have with information placed on the relatively fixed walls of a conventional workstation. According to a particularly preferred embodiment, as shown in Figures 4 (A) and 4 (B), the containers are configured and installed to allow free movement along the track system within the work station above the height of horizontal work surfaces and other furniture within the work area, and yet under the thresholds for associated services or other structures. As shown in FIGURE 4 (B), a container 8 (g) includes a mounting assembly 32 configured to allow translatory movement along a set of rails mounted on the panel wall side 280. The assembly assembly 32 includes a set of slide mechanisms 34 (each shown including a sliding block) engaging a corresponding set of rails 30. A mounting assembly 32 also includes a pivot mechanism 36 that allows pivotal movement independent of each display panel 44 of container 8 (g) in relation to panel wall 280 (see, for example, figures 18 (A) to 18 (C) and 20 (A) to 20 (E)) from the condition closed to the fully open condition. A container 8 can include a locking mechanism 48 that can be engaged to hold a container 8 in the closed condition. A block mechanism 48 has elements associated with each display panel of the container that must be unhooked to allow the opening of a container 8 (see, for example, Figure 21 (C)). As shown also in Figure 4 (B), a service threshold 24 includes a mounting assembly 52 configured to allow translation movement along a track system illustrated as rail 32 mounted on the top of the wall of panel 280. A mounting assembly 52 includes a sliding mechanism 54 illustrated as including a sliding block 102 that engages a rail 31. A mounting assembly 52 also includes a utility inlet illustrated in the form of a flexible conduit 74 within a valley 106 on top of panel wall 280 to allow the provision of services (e.g., voice, energy, data, etc.), from panel wall 280 through or through a threshold for services 24 in a workstation 4 (d) (see also FIGURES 16 (A) AND 16 (B)). A horizontal beam 49 of the threshold for services 24 is shown placed at an elevation above the other furniture within a work station 4 (d); A horizontal beam 49 also includes an awning 55 and lighting fixtures 56 for illuminating a work station 4 (d) a vertical threshold post 50 for services 24 is illustrated placed at a protruding lateral distance relative to other furniture within the work station 4 (d); a vertical post 50 also includes a wheel assembly 58 that rolls on the floor 118 to facilitate the movement of the threshold for services 24 along a track 31; a vertical post 50 may also provide one or more connections, for voice, energy, and data for use within a work station 4 (d) (see, for example, FIGURES 16 (A) AND 16 (B)). A threshold for services 24 can be freely moved along a track 31 without interference from any of the containers (e.g., containers, 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 ( h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k)) or storage unit 14 (which provides a connection area 38 (a) for containers). A threshold for services 24 may itself be considered as "connected" when placed in a shelf unit 14. In accordance with alternative arrangements, the threshold for services may be "connected" within a connection area provided by a structure that is larger that the threshold for services or that otherwise is totally or partially capable of containing the threshold for services (as well as container). With reference to FIGURES 3 (A) A 3 (B), a workstation 4 (d) with an associated information display system 6 is shown in a work environment in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. A work station 4 (c) includes a base panel wall 280 and a connection area 38 (a) illustrated in the form of two panel wall sections 62 and 64 (e.g., partial height walls forming a " "coating" panel coverage for containers 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k) of the information display system 6. A work station 4 (c) also includes a mobile table 16 and a mobile storage unit 260. A decoration surface or a functional surface treatment (eg, illustrated in the form of a blackboard) dry blanking "white" 288) may be installed in a base panel wall 280 between rails 30, to provide an additional vertical surface within a work station 4 (c) adapted for viewing the information. FIGURES 3 (A) to 3 (D) illustrate the ability of an information display system 6 to effect an efficient and complete transformation of the visual context or "stage" of an illustrated work area including a workstation 4 (c), for example between brochures, homework and personal breaks during the course of a work day or a week of work, etc. Both the territorial appearance (for example, the association of space or division or orientation of workers) and the contextual appearance (for example, the nature and purpose of the information, if it is functional or adornment) of the workstation can be altered using the information visualization system, according to the information and the content and association of each container with other containers and with furniture inside the work station. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the information visualization system facilitates both the "physical" territorial reconfiguration and the "visual" / contextual reconfiguration within the working environment of the workstation in several ways, including the following: physical of the containers (not only to divide the workspace in work areas of various sizes but also to reveal or hide information presented on the internal surfaces or external surfaces of the containers), by opening and closing the containers to reveal or hide information presented on internal surfaces or external surfaces of containers; by changing the display boards associated with the containers; or by reviewing or modifying the information presented on the display boards. In accordance with any preferred embodiment, the information display system will include display panels capable of arrangement, and having an adequate size and proportion to evoke a spatial sense of envelopment and immersion for individual workers or groups of workers who see the information presented. As is evident from FIGURES 3 (A) to 3 (B), it is not necessary to move the panel walls and other furniture that are generally considered as fixed once they are installed in the work environment. (or that they are not easily repositioned in any other way).

As shown in FIGURES 3 (A) to 3 (B), the "scenario" presented within workstation 4 (c) by the information display system 6 that includes 8 containers is easily reconfigurable. In FIGURE 3 (A) the 8 containers are stored within a connection area 38 (a) such that only one external surface 40 of the container 8 (k) is visible; an outer surface 40 carries an ornament image 69 (a). In FIGURE 3 (B), a container 8 (k) has been moved from the connection area 38 (a) to a connection area 38 (b) (an uncovered but identifiable space above the mobile storage unit 21 ); two containers 8 (j) and 8 (k) are open in such a way that four internal surfaces 42 (a), 42 (b) and 42 (c) are visible inside the work station 4 (c) (even though only 3 internal surfaces are visible in FIGURE 3 (B)), together with an external surface 40; a functional image 61 (a) and 3 decorative images 69 (a), 69 (b) and 69 (c) are illustrated. In FIGURE 3 (C), two containers 8 (k) and 8 (j) have been moved from a connection area 38 (a) to a connection area 38 (b); two containers 8 (j) and 8 (i) are open in such a way that 4 internal surfaces 42 (c), 42 (d) and 42 (e) are visible inside the work station 4 (c) (even though in FIGURE 3 (C) only 3 internal surfaces are shown), together with an external surface 40; three functional images 71 (a), 71 (b), and 71 (c) and an ornamental image 69 (d) are illustrated. In Figure 3 (d), four containers 8 (k), 8 (j), 8 (h), and 8 (i) have been moved from a connection area 38 (a) to a connection area 38 (b) ); two containers 8 (h) and 8 (g) are open in such a way that 4 internal surfaces 42 (f), 42 (g) and 42 (h) can be seen inside the workstation 4 (c) (even though in FIGURE 4 (D) only 3 internal surfaces can be seen), together with an external surface 40; 3 functional images 71 (d), 71 (e) and 71 (f) and a decorative image 69 (e) are illustrated. It will be noted that the information,. Images and arrangements illustrated in FIGURES 3 (A) to 3 (D) are only exemplary (and essentially schematic). In accordance with any preferred embodiment, the internal surfaces and the external surfaces of the display panels associated with the containers can receive any of a wide range of image information, functional and / or decorative, in whole or in part, planned to offer one or several workers an environment that facilitates work on a project, instruction, rest and recuperation, etc. The work station itself may include a greater or lesser number of containers and / or display panels, capable of movement in association with any of several arrangements. With reference to FIGS. 5 to 15 (B), exemplary embodiments of work environments and work stations are shown that include the information display system. As shown in the figures, both the territorial appearance (ie the arrangement) and the contextual appearance of the work environment and associated workstations can be easily configured and reconfigured by arranging basic elements of the visualization system of information, the threshold for services and other mobile furniture. A division of space, or "territorial" reconfiguration of work space and work area, will not require rearrangement of any "fixed" element, for example panel walls and other furniture generally considered as "fixed" once slid into the work environment to the extent that a substantial effort is required (for example, unhooking, lifting, etc.) or tools for movement. In addition, a territorial reconfiguration will not require detaching individual display panels from the information display system and can be rearranged independently. A visual modificationor a "contextual" reconfiguration of work space and work area of various sizes can be achieved effectively without rearrangement of any "fixed" element within the work environment or require independent detachment of display panels. In accordance with any preferred embodiment, after the initial installation of the "fixed" furniture and the information display system and associated elements within the work environment, the individual worker or workers can selectively configure or reconfigure the space for work in one or several work areas and work stations, or they can selectively fix the containers to reveal or hide information presented in the associated visualization panels, as necessary to support their activity or activities. As a result, as shown in FIGS. 5 to 15 (B), the work environment is capable of a flexible and dynamic configuration and a flexible and dynamic reconfiguration to support a large number of workers performing various tasks and activities that may require of the creation, use and storage of an even greater volume of information. FIGURES 5 to 10 show a work environment 2 (c) in the form of a work space for individual or small groups. A work environment 2 (c) includes a base panel wall 280 and two end panel walls 290 and 282, with a shelf unit 14 at each side end (and each one being considered as "fixed" structures), defining two generally symmetrical workspaces 3 (a) and 3 (b) a workspace on each side of a base panel wall 280), which, for example purposes, can be considered as offering a fixed amount of space for floor (for example 6 feet by 16 feet). A workspace 3 (a) includes a visualization display system 6 (a) that includes a plurality of containers 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k). A workspace 3 (a) also provides connection areas 38 (a) and 38 (b) for the containers defined by the end panel walls 390 and 392 and associated shelf units 14. A workspace 3 (a ) further includes a mobile table 16 and one or more chairs 18. The use of figures 5 to 10, workspace 3 (a) of a work environment 2 (c) will illustrate features provided by an information visualization system 6. (a) in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, including the configuration of work areas and work stations for use by one or more workers, and container arrangements for revealing and hiding information presented on display panels (ie, internal surfaces and external surfaces) associated with the containers. With reference to Figure 5, a working space 3 (a) is configured in order to offer a work area with a single workstation 4 (e) in use by a single worker 114, seated in a chair 18 at a table 16 near a connection area 38 (a). A worker 114 has opened containers 8 (f) and 8 (g) while other containers are closed; two containers are stored in each connection area 38 (a) and 38 (b). A worker 114 has available use of a floor space section 118 (a) (illustrated in translucent lines) corresponding to the total amount of fixed floor space provided in workspace 3 (a); however, a work portion 119 (illustrated in translucent lines) of the work space in actual use by the worker 114 is a fraction of the floor space section 118. As shown in Figure 6, a worker 114 has reconfigured a work station 4 (e) but still using a section of floor space 118 (a). The worker 114 is working in open containers 8 (i) and 8 (j) and has moved with the table 16 and chair 18 towards the center of the workspace, closer to the connection area 38 (b). Five containers of 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (j), and 8 (h) are closed and have been moved near the connection area of 38 (a) (with 3 containers "connected "); two containers 8 (g) and 8 (k) are closed and have been "connected" in the connection area 38 (b). A work portion 119 of the work area is currently being used by worker 114 which is slightly greater than in Figure 5 (and has been moved to the opposite end of the work station (e)). With reference to FIGURE 7 (A), a workspace 3 (a) is configured with the purpose of offering two work areas and two work stations 4 (f) and 4 (g) for workers 114 (c) and 114 (d) shown sharing the fixed floor space but working independently. An open container 8 (g) and a closed container 8 (h) form a "boundary" between work stations 4 (f) and 4 (g). A worker 114 (c) seated in chair 18 (a) on table 16 (a) and working in an open container 8 (f) employs a section of floor space 118 (b) (illustrated in translucent lines); a worker 114 (d) sitting on the chair 8 (b) and in the process of moving a container 8 (h) employs another section of floor space 118 (c) (illustrated in translucent line). For workers 114 (c) and 114 (d) it has 3 containers within connection areas 38 (a) and 38 (b), respectively. With reference to Figure 7 (b), a workspace 3 (a) is configured for independent use by three workers 114 (g), 114 (h) and 114 (i) in three work areas. A worker 114 (g) (standing) spans a section of floor space 118 (i) (illustrated in translucent lines) in the center of workspace 3 (a) and is working in an open container 8 (h) and closed container 8 (g). Workers 114 (h) and 114 (i) are sitting and working on display boards near connection areas 38 (b) and 38 (a), respectively, in floor space sections 118 (k) and 118 (j) ) (illustrated in translucent lines), respectively. With reference to Figure 8, a workspace 3 (a) has been configured to offer a workstation 4 (h) employed by a small group of two workers 114 (e) (standing) and 114 (f) ( seated) working in pairs as an open container 8 (g) (partially open at an angle of 45 ° C) and sharing information presented on display boards 10 (a) and 10 (b) (ie internal surfaces) . A container defines a section of central floor space 118 (d) (illustrated in translucent lines). On either side of an open container 8g are defined floor space sections 118 (e) and 118 (f) not in use by workers 114 (e) and 114 (f), but within which other containers are located. . With reference to FIGURE 9, a workspace 3 (a) is configured to offer a single work station or 4 (i) in use by a large group of workers 114 (for example, a project team that carries out a meeting). As shown, the floor space section 118 (g) (illustrated in translucent lines) employed by a group of workers 114 has an extended external portion of the fixed floor space provided within a workspace 3 (a). Worker attention 114 is directed towards a fully open container 8 (g) presenting information of shared interest on display boards 10 (a) and 10 (b) (i.e., internal surfaces) in the center of a storage space. work 3 (a); open containers 8 (f) and 8 (h) are also in use directly adjacent to a fully open container 8 (g); the remaining containers are stored in connection areas 38 (a) and 38 (b). With reference to Figure 10, a workspace 3 (a) is shown in a state of transition or reconfiguration with a display board 10 (d) removed from the container 8 (g) by a worker 114 (g). Another worker 114 (k) is removing display boards 10 (c) for alternative use or storage. Another worker 114 (m) is bringing replacement display boards 10 (d) (of a smaller size) for installation in containers 8 (g) and 8 (f). As shown in Figure 5 to 10 collectively, and in accordance with any preferred embodiment, the visualization system 6 (a) allows the use of various "methods" to selectively transform the physical space and the visual effect within a space of work: the division of physical space and / or alteration of visual effect by the movement of containers (for example in association with other containers and / or furniture); division of physical space and / or alteration of visual effect by opening or closing container to reveal and hide information; altering visual effect by removing and replacing, for example, changing, display boards associated with a container; and alteration of a visual effect by reviewing the information content (for example, overwriting, erasing, pasting) on display boards associated with a container. FIGURES 11 (A) to 11 (D) show in a work environment a workstation 4 (i) of a similar type to that illustrated in Figures 5 and 6 configured by a single worker (not illustrated) in accordance with a exemplary embodiment of the present invention. A work station 4 (i) includes a base panel wall 280, a shelf unit 14 that provides a connection area 38 (a) for the containers 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j) and 8 (k) of information visualization system 6, and a mobile table 16. A work station (i) also includes a threshold for 24 connected to the upper part of a panel wall 280 in a track 30 for sliding movement. As shown in FIGS. 11 (A) and 11 (B), a work station 4 (i) also includes a retracting partition illustrated as a screen to provide a private environment 78 (for example of a type similar to a drum door in accordance with the exemplary embodiment, but of any other type of dividing material in accordance with various alternative modes). A screen for providing a private environment 78 is installed within a vertical recess 80 in a shelf unit 14 and can be selectively removed from the recess 80 (as shown in FIGS. 11 (A) and 11 (B) or retracted in FIG. the recess 80 (as shown in FIGS. 11 (B) and 11 (C)) by means of a handle 82 (which may include a locking element such as a hook or a snap to hold the screen to offer a private environment 78 in a condition of engagement with a coactive blocking member associated with the panel wall or threshold for services or other structure.) As shown in FIGURE 11 (A) with containers 8 (d), 8 ( e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j) and 8 (k) stored in a connection area 38 (a) and threshold for services 24 stored in a connection area 38 (a), a screen can be extracted to provide a private environment 78 (eg extract it at the entrance to the connection area) to hide and fix the containers and any furniture within the connection area 38 (a). A work station 4 (i) is therefore in a fixed condition (e.g. set compactly within a dimensional space of 3 feet by 7 feet). In FIGURE 7 (B), a screen for providing a private environment 78 (not visible) has been retracted in a vertical recess 80 such that the contents of a connection area 38 (a), containers 8 (d), 8 (e), 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k) and a mobile storage unit 14, are visible In Figure 11 (c), a workstation is "open" and an open container 8 (k) and an open container 8 (j) visible and a mobile table 16 and a mobile storage unit 280 also visible and available for its use. In FIGURE 11 (D), a service threshold 24 (displaced along its track) is deployed to provide a connection area 38 (c) for a closed container 8 (g) on top of a mobile storage unit 260 A screen for providing a private environment 78 is withdrawn towards the vertical post 50 of the service threshold 24 to define a section of floor space 118 (m) (illustrated in translucent lines) within which a worker (not illustrated) can have at least a certain private environment. In accordance with any preferred embodiment, as shown, the retractable partition can be made from any construction material and is configured to offer security (for example in a closed unoccupied work station) and privacy (in a busy workstation). ). FIGURES 12 to 15 (B) illustrate a work environment 2 (d) in the form of a workspace illustrated as a project team space 3 (c) that can be configured to support workers participating in individual activities or groups providing adequate work areas for the activities. A work environment 2 (d) includes a set of base panel walls 280 each including an information display system 6. Each information display system 6 includes a plurality of containers 8 (d), 8 (e) , 8 (f), 8 (g), 8 (h), 8 (i), 8 (j), and 8 (k) and 8 (m), 8 (n), 8 (p), 8 (q ), 8 (r), 8 (s, 8 (t), and 8 (u) (adapted for displacement along rails 30) and two pairs of utility thresholds 24 (a) and 24 (b) and 24 (c) and 24 (d) (adapted for travel along rails 31) A working environment 2 (d) includes shelf units 14, as well as a panel wall section 88 ("panel wraps" in FIG. "L" shape) and panel pairs section 90 ("T" panel wrap), each configured to provide connection areas 38 (a) and 38 (b) for containers and thresholds Also included in the work environment are 2 (d) mobile tables 16, mobile storage units 260, and cart s for mobile files 20. In FIGURE 12, a working environment 2 (d) is shown in an inactive condition, for example, as may typically be the case later, at night or very early in the morning, when there are no workers present. All containers and each of the utility thresholds are fixed and stored in their respective connection areas. In FIGS. 13 to 15 (B), a working environment 2 (d) is shown in several exemplary active conditions. In FIGURE 13, 4 workers 114 (n), 114 (p) and 114 (q) have arrived in a work environment 2 (d) and are working independently, for example, as may typically be the case in the tomorrow to prepare an important meeting. A work space 3 (c) has been divided into sections of floor space 118 (m), 118 (n), 118 (p), and 118 (q) for independent use by each worker 114 (n), 114 (m), 114 (p) and 114 (q), respectively. A worker 114 (n) is working on what has been configured as an open and relatively large workstation 4 (j); workers 114 (m) and 114 (p) are working on what has been configured as open and medium-sized workstations, respectively; a worker 114 (q) is working on what is a relatively small, but private 4 (n) work station (using a screen to provide a private environment 78 (illustrated in translucent lines)). Each worker has deployed containers and thresholds of utility for purposes of using the information and establishing the division of fixed floor space within a work environment 2 (d). In Figure 14, a large group of workers 114 has arrived at work environment 2 (d), for example, as may typically be the case during a project team meeting (for example an important group). Containers 8 (f) to 8 (h) and 8 (n) to 8 (q) are deployed and opened to provide maximum exposure of information presented on associated display boards (e.g. in the sense of a "display of theater") . A large team meeting space occupying a large central floor space section 118 has been created by the arrangement of utility containers and thresholds, and most of the workers are present in the team meeting space. Three workers 114 (r), 114 (s), and 11 (p) are each working independently in 3 separate sections of floor space 118 (r), 118 (s) and 118 (t), respectively, close of connection stations 38 (a) and 38 (b), (for example, as may be the case if a display board is recovered or prepared for subsequent presentation in a team meeting space). In FIGURE 15 (A), a smaller group of workers are present in a working environment 2 (d), for example, as may typically be the case for a group conference after a project team meeting. A group conference space occupying a large floor space section 118 (u) (see also FIGURE 15 (B)) has been provided (as compared to Figure 14) by shifting utility thresholds 24 (a) and 24 (b) laterally and by deploying containers 8 (h) and 8 (i) in order to provide maximum exposure of information presented on associated display boards (eg, in the sense of a "presentation of theaters"). "). Two workers 114 (u) and 114 (v) are illustrated which work independently and privately in separate sections of floor space 118 (z) and 118 (x) defined by utility thresholds 24 (a) and 24 (d) ), shelf units 1 (a) and 14 (b) (which function as connection areas 38 (a) and 38 (b)), and closed containers 8 (g) and 8 (t), respectively. Sections of floor space 118 (z) and 118 (x) are made private through the use of a screen to provide a private environment 78 (a) and 78 (b) (illustrated in translucent lines in Figure 15 (a)) ), respectively. A floor space section 118 () is in use by an individual worker 114 (t) sitting on a mobile table 16 with a connection area 38 (a). A floor space section 118 (y) is shared by two 114 (w) and 114 (x) workers who work collaboratively. As shown in FIGS. 12 to 15 (B), in accordance with any preferred embodiment, the environment is easily configured and reconfigured to provide work spaces and work stations for individual workers, small groups and large groups of workers involved in an operation. wide range of types of project work. Small groups and large groups of workers involved in a wide range of types of project work. With reference to FIGS. 16 (A) and 16 (b), exemplary embodiments of utility thresholds 24 and 24 (z), respectively, associated with a panel wall 280 are shown. In FIGURE 16 (A), a threshold for services 24 has a horizontal beam 49 and a vertical pole 50. A beam 49 includes lighting devices 56 and an awning 55; a post 50 includes a utility supply area 92 illustrated including a telephone 94 and outputs 96 for delivery of voice, energy and data signals (e.g., outputs or connections of any conventional type) a utility delivery area 92 also includes a infrared port 98 illustrated in communication with a laptop 100 that is located on a mobile table 16. A service threshold 24 includes a mounting assembly 52 that includes sliding blocks 102 that are connected to a rail 31 on top of a panel wall 280. (the rail 31 also includes a "retainer" illustrated in block 104 (a) to prevent the service threshold 24 from being disengaged from the rail 31.) a utility entry illustrated as a flexible conduit 74 is provided also in a mounting assembly 52 for communication with a utility utility delivery area 50. A flexible conduit 74 travels along the top of the wall of the panel. 280 in a valley or recess 106 (illustrated in translucent line) as the threshold for services 24 moves (ie, slides along rail 31). A flexible conduit 74 is connected and contains a voice, energy and data wiring (illustrated schematically) through a panel wall 280. (in accordance with a particularly preferred embodiment, the flexible conduit is of a flexible type under the name CONDUFLEX available in KabelSchepp Cable Carrier Systems). A service threshold post 50 also includes a wheel assembly 58 at its base and a lever 108 along its side wall. Also illustrated in FIGURE 16 (A) is a connection area 38 (e) in the form of a cabinet 12 (illustrated in translucent lines) containing a partition that can be retracted in the form of a screen to provide a private environment 78 that it can be rolled up (it can be retracted under the tension of a spring). A screen for providing a private environment 78 is provided on a wheel 112 and is of a rigid fabric material and extends through a vertical recess 80 in a cabinet 12; a screen for offering a private environment 78 includes a clip 116 that engages a threshold handle 108 for services 24 to maintain the screen to provide a private environment 78 in a retracted position in order to define a private space within the workstation associated When the clasp 116 is unhooked from the handle 108, a spring tension will retract the screen to provide a private environment 78 through a vertical recess 80 and in the wheel 112 within the cabinet 12. A threshold for services 26 is illustrated in FIG. FIGURE 16 (B), in accordance with an alternative embodiment (similar in some aspects to the threshold for services 24 (z) illustrated in FIGURE 16 (A). A threshold assembly assembly 54 (b) for services 26 includes a set of wheels 38 moving within a track illustrated in the form of a slot 120 in the upper part of the panel wall 280 in order to allow the displacement (ie rolling) of the threshold for services 24 (z) in relation to a panel wall 280. In a threshold for services 24 (z), a partition that can be retracted in the form of a screen to provide a private environment 78 is provided in a wheel 112 within the threshold post 50 for services 24 (z) a pin 11 6 in the cabinet 12 (illustrated in translucent lines) engages a threshold handle 108 for services 24 (z) to maintain the screen to provide a private environment 78 in a retracted position (i.e. against spring tension) for the purpose of define a space within the associated workstation. As shown also in accordance with the alternative embodiment of FIGURE 16 (B), a threshold beam 50 for services 26 includes two fluorescent lighting fixtures 60 under an awning 79. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the structural members of the threshold for services (e.g., a horizontal beam and a vertical pole) have a construction similar to the space frame systems presented in U.S. Patent No. 5, 511,348 entitled "FURNITURE SYSTEM", which is incorporated by reference herein, and in the pending U.S. patent application serial number 08 / 621,164 filed on March 22, 1996 entitled "FURNITURE SYSTEM". FURNITURE), which is incorporated herein by reference, and which is employed in the CONJUNCTION® Space Structure available from Steelcase Inc. of Grand Rapids, Michigan. In accordance with alternative modalities, the threshold for services and their associated elements (eg, panel members, assembly assemblies, utility delivery area, lighting attachments, awning, screen to provide a private environment, etc.) may have several constructions.

In accordance with alternative embodiments, the mounting structure for the information display system can be any of a wide range of structures. For example, with reference to Figure 17, there is shown a mounting structure in the form of a shelf unit 28 for an information display system 6. Containers 8 of information display systems 6 are connected to a set of rails 30 mounted on a shelf unit 28 (on the front and back) by means of a mounting assembly 32 (for example of a type illustrated in Figure 1). Seals illustrated as blocks 104 (b) are provided at the ends of each rail 30 to stop the movement of the containers 8 (ie, to prevent containers from leaving the rails). A shelf unit 28 also includes an opening 124 in its base between covers 126 configured to allow a moving table 16 (or other mobile mold) to pass a level below the containers 8. A shelf unit 28 allows access to shelves 128 as well as the display (e.g., developing or hiding) of information displayed on display boards 10 of containers 8. A shelf unit 28 also provides a work surface 68 (in the form of a shelf 128) just of under the bottom of the containers 8. According to other alternative modalities, the assembly structure can be provided by a space frame system of vertical posts and horizontal beams on which the track system can be cited. As shown in other figures, in accordance with any preferred embodiment, the display panels associated with the containers of the information display system will be pivotally connected in such a way that one display panel can pivot relative to the other panel. display (within a predetermined path, for example, 90 °). FIGURES 18 (A) through 18 (C) are schematic diagrams intended to illustrate the movement of containers and associated display panels of an information display system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment. As shown in Figure 18 (A), when a container 8 (d) is in the closed state (with both display panels parallel, in a closed condition), a force applied transverse to the container 8 (d) will present a tendency to move or slide the container 8 (d) in a mounting assembly 32 along a track or rail system 30 (but will not open the container 8 (d)). As shown in FIGURE 18 (B), to open a container 8 (e) after removing its lock), a separation force is applied in relation to each display panel 46 (a) and 46 (b). According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the container includes a "retention action" mechanism (e.g. a detent arrangement) which provides a tactile indication when a display panel has been pivoted at 45 ° in relation to the closed condition and by applying an additional separation force that provides a positive seal when a display panel has been pivoted at 90 ° in relation to the closed condition. As shown in Figure 18 (c), a container 18 (e) is in a fully open condition insofar as each display panel 46 (a) and 46 (b) has been pivoted at 90 ° from from the closed position. When the container is in a fully open condition, a force applied transverse to the container in an appropriate position (ie, in or near the assembly assembly) will have a tendency to move or slide the container along the length of the container. the track or rail. To return the container to the closed condition, a closing force must be applied in the opposite direction in relation to the separation force. Figures 19 to 28 show the construction of a container and an array of display panels of the information display system in accordance with a preferred embodiment and other exemplary embodiments of the present invention. It is important to observe, however, that while illustrating preferred and exemplary embodiments, in accordance with alternative embodiments, the information display system may include any of several types of structures containing information (schematically represented by the containers illustrated in the FIGURES) having a wide range of constructions and any of several associated mechanisms beyond those illustrated and described, all of which are intended to fall within the scope of the present invention. Similarly, it is also important to note that the display panels (which have been depicted schematically in the figures) can be configured to include display boards or related structures or elements in any of a wide variety of formats beyond those illustrated. and described, all of which are intended to fall within the scope of the present invention. In accordance with alternative embodiments, any of a wide variety of display board support or mounting interfaces may be employed within the container. According to a particularly preferred embodiment illustrated in Figures 19, each container of two display board supports illustrated as side arm assemblies 130 (a) and 130 (b) (illustrated in translucent lines in Figure 19) that offer a container structure for each associated side display panel. As shown in FIGS. 19, display boards 10 (i) and 10 (j), and 10 (k) and 10 (m), can be installed on each side of each side arm assembly 130 (a) and 130 ( b), respectively, in such a way that a total of 4 display boards can be installed inside the container. The container offers an inner surface 42 and an outer surface 40 (not visible in FIGURE 19) on each side arm assembly side 130 (a) and 130 (b). With reference to Figure 19, a wire frame fastener 134 can also be installed within the container by hooks 136 that fit around the outer tube 176 of a pivot mechanism 36 of the container assembly assembly 32 (a set of members. for blocking the wire structure of constraint may be included for the purpose of fixing the wire frame fastener on the outer tube 176 in accordance with alternative embodiments). The container also includes an additional display panel illustrated in the form of a translucent film panel 140 having a structure with a set of upper and lower slots 144 (illustrated in translucent lines) that slide on the upper and lower structure members 142. of the wire frame fastener 134. A panel 140 offers a translucent cover 146 (for example as illustrated by the markings for use in accordance with information presented on internal surfaces of the container). As will be apparent from FIGURE 19, in accordance with alternative embodiments, other accessories, such as compartments, bags, tablets, etc., may be installed within a container in the wire frame fastener. In the exemplary embodiment of FIGURE 19, the container includes a block mechanism 147 for assigning the content of the container when it is in a closed condition. As shown, a locking mechanism 147 includes a slot 148 in a pivotally mounted front cover 150 of a display panel 46 (a) of the container that engages a tongue 214 projecting from a front piece 154 of display panel 46 (b) of the container. The hooking of the locking elements ensures the contents of the container; unhooking allows the opening of the container. In accordance with any preferred and alternative embodiment, any of a wide range of coercive blocking elements or other locking mechanisms known to those of ordinary skill in the art may be employed.

As shown in FIGURES 20 (A) to 20 (E), in accordance with a preferred embodiment, in this embodiment it includes both a sliding or sliding mechanism 34 and a pivoting mechanism 36. A sliding mechanism 34 includes an assembly of sliding block 102 (for example, upper and lower) engaging a corresponding set of rails 30 fixed on a mounting structure such as a wall. (In accordance with a particularly preferred embodiment, the sliding mechanism of the mounting assembly and rail includes a linear path system commercially available under the name AccuGlide from Linear Motion Systems Division of Thomson Industries, Inc.) (Division of Linear Motion Systems )). As shown, a rail 30 may be energized with ball detents 164 that provide tactile or auditory feedback and a slight retention force when in contact with a slide block 102; a rail 30 may also have visual marks 166 indicating movement distances or position of the container along the rail 30. According to alternative embodiments, a translation movement of containers in relation to the mounting structures can be achieved with any of several other mechanisms, sliding or rolling, such as rotating wheels that move in a slot, etc. It will be noted that the assembly assemblies for the information display system containers and for other mobile elements such as utility thresholds may share parts or basic design elements. With reference to Figures 20 (A) to 20 (E), each side arm assembly 130 (a) and 130 (b) of the container is connected to a block mechanism 136 of the mounting assembly in such a way that an assembly of side arm 130 (a) can pivot relative to the other side arm assembly 130 (b). A fixed base shaft 162 (for example by fasteners such as screws) is mounted to each slide block 102 of the mounting assembly. As shown in FIGURE 20 (A), a pivot mechanism 36 includes a fixed internal tube 170 installed at each end within the axis of the base 162 (by means of fasteners illustrated as screws) and a pair of external tubes 176 ( a) and 176 (b), each associated with a base structure member 180 of a sidearm assembly. Each of the outer tubes 176 (a) and 176 (b) is mounted (in an out-of-phase manner illustrated in FIGS. 21 (A) and 21 (B)) on the base structure 180 of each side arm assembly 130 (a ) and 130 (b) and adjusted in the fixed internal tube 170; each of the outer tubes 176 (a) and 176 (b) also rotates independently in relation to a fixed internal tube 170 within a designated range of motion. External tubes 176 (a) and 176 (b) have cut-outs 298 (for example small teeth) that lie gently on the interface when they are installed in a fixed internal tube 170 in order to offer a certain degree of holding force between each side arm assembly 130 (a) and 130 (b) in ordinary operation (because they can be overcome when a display panel must be pivoted selectively in relation to the other display panel). A fixed inner tube has a set of grooves 182 having a profile illustrated as retainer profile 184 and where non-threaded ends 186 of guide pins 174 are threaded (in holes 187) on external tubes 176 (a) and 176 (b) are installed in a fixed inner tube 180. A retainer profile 184 of slots 182 has a shape (as shown) to provide coaxing with guide pins 164 and to define the travel path of each side arm assembly. of the container. With reference to FIGURE 20 (A), 20 (B), and 20 (E), for example, a retainer profile 184 has rounded ends 185 connected by a flat central part. In FIGURES 20 (C) and 20 (D), which show the coaction of the upper outer tube 176 (a) and the lower outer tube 176 (b) within the inner tube 170, the travel path of each side arm assembly ends with a physical hold when each side arm assembly has been pivoted to a certain designated position (eg, the closed condition and 90 ° from the closed condition); the retainer profile will also receive a form to provide a tactile "stop" or "pause" (e.g., a slight retention force) and an auditory feedback when the corresponding side arm assembly has been pivoted to other designated positions ( example, 45 ° in relation to the closed position). According to any preferred embodiment, the central portion of the retainer profile includes a flexible material and is slightly smaller in width than the diameter of the non-threaded end of the guide pins, while the rounded ends have substantially the same diameter than the unthreaded end of the guide pins. With reference to Figures 21 (A) to 21 (C), side arm assemblies 130 (a) and 130 (b) of the container are illustrated in accordance with an exemplary embodiment. Each of the side arm assemblies 130 (a) and 130 (b) has a similar construction, including a base structure 180 connected to an external tube 176 (a) and 176 (b), an end structure 188 and members of upper and lower external structure 190 (a) and 190 (b). Each structure 188 is mounted at the distal ends (and between) of the upper and lower outer frame members 190 (a) and 190 (b). As shown, the upper and lower external structure members 190 (a) and 190 (b) have a channel shape with retention grooves 194 within which an end structure 188 is fixed to form an end structure assembly. 196 (illustrated in Figure 21 (c)). An end frame assembly 196 is then slid into a base structure 180 (of upper and lower lists proportions that securely and adjustably retain the upper and lower frame members 190 (a) and 190 (b) of the structure assembly. end 196 in a relatively tight friction / interference type setting). Each structure 188 and base structure 180 includes spring clips 198 (for example containing spring elements or a flexible material that provides a spring effect). As shown in FIGURE 21 (C), display boards 10 (i), 10 (j), 10 (k), and 10 (m) (illustrated in translucent lines) are placed firmly but releasably inside the container by means of spring clips 198, said engagement includes a flexible portion provided to firmly "grip" the edges of each display board when an end structure assembly 196 is slid tightly and fully into a base frame 180. In By virtue of the adjustable character (eg slide adjustment) of the sidearm assembly, display boards of various sizes can be installed within the container (as shown in FIGURE 23 (B), the display boards can be installed either in landscape mode or in portrait mode) in addition, the height or position of the display boards within (eg, supported by) the container can be adjusted in the vertical direction. As shown in FIGURE 19, the spring clips may include a visual indicator (e.g., in the form of a notch or line) that may correspond to a mark or line on the display board to facilitate an intended placement of the display board. visualization inside the container. As shown in FIGURE 21 (A), a front cap 150 of a side arm assembly 30 (a) has upper and lower tabs 204 each having a pivot pin 206 for installation at the ends of the limb members. upper and lower external structures 190 (a) and 190 (b) of an end frame assembly 196, each having a corresponding opening 210 (a) wherein a pivot pin (not shown) is adjusted for pivotal movement. A front cover 150 includes a face 212 on which a label or other designation may be applied. As shown in Figure 21 (b), a front piece 154 offers a handle 300; a front piece 154 includes upper and lower tabs 216 each having an opening 210 installed in ends 208 of upper and lower tabs 210 (a) at the ends of the upper and lower outer frame members 190 (a) and 190 (b) ) of the other end structure assembly 196. An aperture 210 (b) of a front piece 154 can be snapped into tab 210 (a). With reference to FIGURES 22 to 24 (A), an alternative embodiment of a container is shown, similar in basic aspects to the container illustrated in FIGURES 21 (A) to 21 (C). The container 8 (w) includes a pair of side arm assemblies 52 (a) and 52 (b) each including a base structure 180 (as in FIGS. 21 (A) to 21 (C)) and an assembly of end structure 196. An end structure assembly 196 includes a front handle 312 (which has a "["] shape. Each front handle 312 has a curved recess 201; in one of the front handles of a container, a block element can be installed, for example a cylinder plate 200 (for example a lock activated by a key) offering a conventional blocking action so that a front handle is fixed on the other front handle. With reference to FIGURES 24 (A) to 24 (C), the container includes a receptacle showing a "mail slot" receptacle 220 accessible from the front of the container on the front handle 312. A receptacle 220 is formed within an end structure between upper and lower external structure members 190 (and is of a size incapable of containing a sufficient volume of "mail", i.e., sheets of paper, envelopes, magazines, and other publications, etc.) . a receptacle 220 may be provided in association with each side arm assembly 132 (a) or 132 (b) of the container. With reference to Figure 25, in accordance with an alternative embodiment, a container of the information display system may include support or side arm assemblies 132 (a) and 132 (b) configured to employ a display board arrangement that includes 4 display boards 10 (n), 10 (p), 10 (q) and 10 (r) (of a smaller size, for example a quarter the size of the regular display boards), for example either the of portrait or in landscape mode. The side arm assemblies each include a centrally located spring clip 222 (which has a "+" shape) capable of engaging and "retaining" each of four smaller display boards in combination with spring clips 198 of a base structure 180 and end structure 196. Clamp 222 may be installed for example by means of a snap fit) into any of the slots 181 (a) or 181 (b) of a base structure 180 as necessary , depending on the size and orientation of the display boards (see figure 25). FIGURES 26 (A) to 27 show a container 8 (y) in accordance with an alternative embodiment of the information display system. A container 8 (y) is configured to stop a single display board 10 (w) and is connected to a single rail 30 by means of a mounting assembly that includes a sliding mechanism 34 (of a type similar to that illustrated in FIG. Figure 20 having a guide block 102 and a base shaft 162 (x)) and a pivot mechanism 36. A base shaft 162 (x) of the mounting assembly includes a set of magnets 226 on a side surface 228 and a corresponding metal strip (not visible) on the other side surface 230, such that one or more adjacent containers can be joined together (see, for example, FIGURE 2 (A)). A pivot mechanism 36 includes a tube of structures 304 that fits within a central vertical hole 244 in a base shaft 162 (x). A structure tube 304 has a lid 236 with a star-shaped upper profile formed by a series of triangular tabs 240 or projections which engage in a corresponding pattern of grooves 242 around the perimeter of the hole 244 on a base shaft 162 ( x) when the structure tube 170 is installed in a hole 244, a structure tube 170 also includes an elongated axial groove 306 in which a side arm assembly illustrated as a structural plate 246 and fixed by means of a series of threaded fasteners 174 (a) can be installed.

A plate of structure 246 includes a base 250 from which a series of diagonal fingers 252 is projected. A display board 10 () has two flat external surfaces with a central core that offers a series of diagonal passages 254 (see figure). 28) that open on all edges of the display boards (however, for aesthetic or other reasons, the passages do not require opening on all edges of the boards). According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the display board will be a rigid polycarbonate structured sheet of a type commercially available under the tradename "CO-EX" from CO-EX Corp. of Rocky Hill, Connecticut, or of a construction similar available from other suppliers. As shown in FIGS. 27 (A) to 27 (C) diagonal fingers 252 of a structural plate 246 are fitted within corresponding diagonal passages 254 for attaching a display board 10 (w) to the container 8 (y). As shown in FIGURES 27 (A) through 27 (C), the display board can be installed in landscape mode, portrait mode, or in any other orientation and discrete height levels (provided by the passages). In accordance with alternative embodiments, the display board may be provided with a greater or lesser number of passages in any of various sizes, patterns and orientations.

A pivot adjustment of display board 10 (w) within a container 8 (y) is achieved by means of a lifting structure tube 170 within a hole 244 of a base shaft 162 for disengaging groove tongues 240. and then by rotating the structure tube 170 to another adjustment position where the tabs 240 can engage slots 244 and lower the structure tube 170 back into the hole 234; eight discrete adjustment positions spaced at 45 ° intervals are provided in accordance with the exemplary embodiment (but according to alternative embodiments, other adjustment positions may be offered). With reference to FIGURES 27 (A) through 27 (E), accessories such as a vertical handle 312, a ball lever 314 or a receptacle box 322 (each of which are installed on a display board by means of finger or projections 318 are inserted within diagonal passages 254) can be provided for a display board as shown in FIGURE 26. Figures 27 (B) and 27 (E) show a receptacle box 322 that is adapted for attachment on a 10 (w) display board. A receptacle cover 322 includes a large central slot that has the shape of a "Mail" slot 220 and upper and lower openings 324 through which horizontal arms 326 of a fastening member 327 are inserted; to mount the receptacle box 322 on the display board 10 (w), diagonal arms 328 of the fastening member 327 are inserted into passages 254 of the display board 10 (w). An object 221 (for example a piece of paper) can be inserted into a slot 220 and remain in the receptacle case 322. FIGURES 29 to 32 show a mobile workstation 4 (p) containing an information display system 6. and a threshold for services 24 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. A mobile work station 4 (p) includes a shelf unit 14 (in a set of wheels 58) that provides a connection area 38 (a) for the information display system containers 8. The coefficients 8 are connected to a set of internal rails 30 mounted on an end wall 284 of a shelf unit 14 and a base wall 286 for a displacement movement within a mobile work station 4 (p). As shown, a base wall 286 (in a set of casters 58) is pivotally connected on the shelf unit 14 by means of hinges (as shown in figure 33). A threshold for services 24 is connected by means of a mounting assembly 52 (illustrated in the form of a vertical mounting plate including a sliding block) on a track system illustrated as a set of external rails 31 mounted on vertical surfaces of an end wall 234 of a shelf unit 14 and a base wall 286 for translation movement within a defined path. Each end wall 284 (in a set of wheels 58) is pivotally connected to a base wall 286 as shown in FIGURES 29 and 32. As shown in FIG. 30, a set of handles 294 provides "detents" at the ends of the external rails 31. A threshold for services 24 includes a horizontal beam 49 extending at a work station 4 (p) from a vertical mounting plate 52; a beam 49 offers a mounting structure for an awning 55 and lighting fixtures 56. A shelf unit 14 also serves as a connection area 38 (a) for a threshold for services 24. A mobile table 16 may be included within a workstation 4 (p). Hinge details and rails for a mobile work station 4 (p) in accordance with a particularly preferred embodiment are illustrated schematically in Figure 33. Rails 30 for the containers are mounted on the inner part of the base wall 286 and wall of ends 284; external rails 31 for threshold for services 24 are mounted on the outside of a base wall 286 and end wall 284. Hinges 296 are included within internal rails 30; a portion of an inner rail 30 (fixed on a base wall 286) extends through the interface of a base wall 286 and end wall 284. A clearance opening 298 allows the rail portion 30 to have a clearance at the end wall 284 when pivoted in relation to the base wall 286. Diagonally tapered ends of external rails 31, which are prepared when the mobile work station is stored, are arranged to prevent the threshold for services 24 (z ) slide out of the connection position. (In accordance with alternative embodiments, other hinges and rails mechanisms may be employed to provide the desired articulation action while facilitating the total use of rails from the containers and threshold for services.) With reference to FIGURES 31 and 32, a mobile workstation 4 (p) can be stored (closed and compressed) for transport or storage by storage containers 8 and threshold for services 24 within a connection area 38 (a) (a sufficient internal capacity is received) and then by bending the end wall 284 in a shelf unit 14 on the hinges 298 in such a manner that the base wall 286 and the side wall 285 wrap the shelf unit 14 (a locking or fixing mechanism can be provided for hold the mobile workstation in the stored condition and / or in the open condition). When stored for transport or storage, a mobile station 4 (p) can be pulled or pushed using the handles 294. FIGURE 32 shows that while each mobile work station is an "independent" unit, groups of work stations mobile phones can be conveniently associated for storage purposes. In accordance with any preferred embodiment, the information visualization system offers an organizational framework intended to promote and advance the efficient use, visualization and efficient storage of information and layers of information in display panels (for example "persistence of information", independently of the format through which the information is placed on the associated display boards in the work environment In accordance with any modality of the information display system, each display panel will include at least one display board adapted to contain or present As will be evident to people with certain knowledge in the field, when reviewing this presentation, the display boards can be provided in any of several formats, or they can be adapted to present information in any of several formats and / or media; broad range of configurations are possible for the visualization system, using variations in size, shape, orientation, arrangement, assembly interfaces and structures, etc., as well as variations in the deployment of the display boards. In accordance with any preferred modality, the information visualization system will facilitate the configuration and dynamic reconfiguration capacity of workspaces, work stations, and work environments, in appearance territorial and contextual appearance (for example, according to the scenario or "arrangements" can be reconfigured in a play). In accordance with alternative modalities, the information visualization system can be implemented through a wide range of mounting arrangements that allow a movement of displacement of the containers and associated display boards in relation to a wide range of assembly structures, by example, floors, architectural walls, panel walls, furniture, space tables, and other furniture, etc. The various voltage structures that can be employed with the information display system illustrate the flexibility and adaptability of the information display system to a wide range of work environments. Furthermore, even when in the exemplary embodiments, the assembly assembly and the track system for the display and information system containers are preferably arranged for a linear displacement along the mounting structure, in accordance with alternative embodiments, the track system of the information display system can be configured for a full or partially curved movement (for example as needed to fit a curved wall or other mounting structure alone or in combination to facilitate the movement of the containers of a orientation or plane to another orientation or plane within a work environment.). It is important to note that the use of the terms "display panel" or "display board" are not limiting terms, insofar as any "panel" or "board" or similar structure that has a decorative or functional use or an ornamental or functional application is within the scope of the present invention. For example, the use of the term "dashboard" is used as a convenient reference for any "dashboard" or structure of this type that can also be considered synonymous with the term "dashboard" or other similar terms. According to any preferred embodiment, the display panel or display board is configured in a generally kinetic basic manner such that the designation of a "front surface" and "back surface" is essentially arbitrary and the orientation within the display system depends on information. Exemplary display boards can be formed of any material or have any shape or size, construction (they are a wide variety of properties, such as weight, strength, rigidity, acoustic properties, combustion characteristic, etc., suitable for the intended application) and assembly interfaces. As will be apparent to the people reviewing this presentation, the external surfaces of the display boards can be provided with a wide range of surface treatments (eg, sticky or re-adhesive adhesives, transparent film cover or "album"). photos "," bags "of transparent film, transparent film on which you can write, cork board, board for placement, magnetic board, board for markers, dry erase board or" white "board, or tablet paper, projection screen, visualization for graphics, fabric, etc.) in a wide variety of combinations (that is, with a surface that differs in its entirety or in part from the other surface) that may be suitable or adapted for a wide variety of functional and decorative purposes according to the preferred exemplary embodiments or other alternatives of the present invention. According to any preferred embodiment, the display boards and associated structures and associated systems are configured for ease and flexibility of use (for example, recording, drawing graphics, transformation, capture, etc.), visualization (for example, sharing and communicating) and storage - persistence of information - as well as for assembly and removal from associated assembly structures (such as containers). It is also important to note that the use of the term "information" encompasses any use of any type of medium or any type of presentation that may be associated with a display board (or work table). Although only some other exemplary embodiments of the present invention are described in detail in this presentation, those skilled in the art reviewing this presentation will readily observe that many modifications are possible in relation to exemplary embodiments (such as variations in sizes, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, parameter values, assembly arrangements or use of materials) without departing materially from the novel teachings and advantages of the invention. Accordingly, all these modifications are included within the scope of the present invention as defined in the appended claims. Other substitutions or modifications, changes and omissions may be carried out in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of the preferred embodiments without departing from the spirit of the invention as expressed in the appended claims.

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1. CLAIMS 1. An information display system comprising: a track system adapted to be fixed on a substantially vertical mounting structure; a plurality of display panels connected to the track systems for a translation movement and a pivot movement in relation to the mounting structure; wherein at least one display panel of the plurality of display panels is adapted to present information selectively for display by means of movement of the plurality of display panels.
2. 2. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the at least one display panel is positioned at a sufficient vertical height to provide clearance for a piece of furniture.
3. 3. The information display system of claim 1 further comprising a mounting assembly for coupling each of the various display panels on the track system.
4. 4. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the track system is fixed substantially permanently on the mounting structure.
5. 5. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the track system includes at least one rail.
6. 6. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the track system is substantially linear.
7. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the mounting structure is a total height wall.
8. 8. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the mounting structure is a partial height panel.
9. The information display system of claim 1 wherein the mounting assembly includes a pivot mechanism that facilitates the pivoting movement of the first display panel relative to the second display panel.
10. 10. The information display system of claim 9 wherein the pivot mechanism includes a detent action mechanism.
11. 11. The information display system of claim 1 wherein a vertical position of the display board is selectively adjusted relative to the track system.
12. The information display system of claim 1 wherein each display panel is adapted to include at least two display boards.
13. The information display system of claim 1 wherein a plurality of display panels are grouped in the form of a container and define a closed condition where the first display panel is substantially parallel to the second display panel such that the information on an internal surface of the first display panel and the information on an internal surface of the second display panel are in a hidden state.
14. The information display system of claim 13 wherein each container defines a first open condition, wherein the first display panel is in substantial alignment with the second display panel such that the information on the inner surface of the first panel of display and information on the internal surface of the second display panel is presented.
15. The information display system of claim 1 further comprising a display panel having a perimeter edge and a pair of substantially planar external surfaces and an internal core that provides a plurality of openings in at least one section of the border of perimeter of the display panel, the plurality of passages is adapted to receive at least one projection for mounting the display panel for use in the display of the information.
16. 16. The information display system of claim 15 wherein are provided several passages in a uniform pattern through the inner core of the display panels.
17. 17. The information display system of claim 15 wherein the plurality of passages is oriented in a diagonal direction.
18. 18. The information display system of claim 18 further comprising an accessory having projections adapted for engagement in the plurality of passages.
19. 19. The information display system of claim 1 adapted to provide a workspace for a group of workers within a track space.
20. 20. The workspace of claim 19 further comprising a retractable partition adapted to provide a floor space division.
21. The workspace of claim 19 further comprising a threshold for services to offer services for use by at least a portion of the workers.
22. The work space of claim 21 wherein the at least one rail comprises a first rail and a second rail and the service threshold is mounted on the second rail.
23. The workspace of claim 19 wherein the mounting structure can be transported.
24. The work space of claim 23 further comprising a wall mounted in a pivot fashion on the mounting structure for integration into the mounting structure.
25. The workspace of claim 19 wherein a plurality of work areas can be configured by selectively placing the plurality of display boards.
26. The workspace of claim 25 where a first arrangement of the workspace provides a work area for a group of workers.
27. The workspace of claim 25 wherein a second array offers at least one work area for an individual worker.
28. 28. The workspace of claim 27 wherein the second arrangement offers a theater information display for a group of workers.
29. 29. The workspace of claim 19 wherein each of the display panels pivots to a fully open condition and which also comprises a threshold for services is adapted to provide lighting on at least a portion of the displayed display panels. to help them see a group of workers outside the work area defined by the threshold for services.
30. 30. The workspace of claim 19 further comprising a connection area for securing the display boards.
31. 31. An information display system according to claim 1 adapted to provide a work area defining a work station and comprising a piece of furniture where a system of tracks is placed in relation to the piece of furniture and where the plurality of panels of visualization is being projected in relation to the track system and set for its displacement in relation to the track system between a first arrangement and at least a second arrangement in such a way that the first arrangement allows a worker to use substantially all the space of available work area floor and the second arrangement allows several workers to share a floor space of available work area.
32. 32. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the track system offers discrete positions for the plurality of display panels.
33. 33. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the display boards are adapted to define a portion of the work area.
34. 34. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the display boards aesthetically define a portion of the work area.
35. 35. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the display boards physically define a portion of the work area.
36. 36. The workstation of claim 31 where the structure Assembly can be transported.
37. 37. The work station of claim 31 wherein the track system is fixed substantially permanently on the mounting structure.
38. 38. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the cabinet includes a work surface and the display boards are placed above the work surface.
39. 39. The work station of claim 31 wherein the track system includes a rail permanently fixed on a piece of furniture.
40. 40. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the track system is substantially linear.
41. 41. The workstation of claim 31 wherein the mounting structure is a partial height panel.
42. 42. An information display system of claim 1 adapted to provide a workspace comprising a connection area positioned along the track system configured to at least partially hide at least one of the display panels.
43. 43. The workspace according to claim 42 wherein the at least one display panel is at least partially physically fixed within the connection area.
44. 44. The workspace according to claim 42 wherein the connection area defines a non-use arrangement where at least a substantial portion of the display panels are stored.
45. 45. An information display system according to claim 31 adapted to provide a work station that provides at least one threshold for services set on the runway system for its movement along the runway system, the threshold for services extends outwardly from the track system beyond the plurality of display boards and adapted for independent displacement of the plurality of display board to selectively deliver services within the work station regardless of the position of the display boards. The workstation according to claim 45 wherein the track system includes at least one rail on which the service threshold is connected and at least one rail on which the display panels are connected. The workstation according to claim 45 wherein the services include at least one of power, voice or data. The workstation according to claim 45 wherein the services include power for a lighting fixture associated with the threshold for services. The workstation according to claim 45 wherein the threshold for services is also supported along the floor. The workstation according to claim 45 further comprising a connection station for the display panels. The information display system according to claim 31 adapted for use in a fixed floor space work environment to support a group of workers sharing information contained in various display panels, wherein the plurality of display panels is projected from and assembled for displacement along at least one rail between a first array and at least one second array, the first array allows one worker to use substantially all of the available floor space and the second array allows Several workers share the available floor space in order to facilitate the use of floor space by workers present in the work environment. The work environment according to claim 51 wherein the first array offers a first contextual appearance and the second array offers a second contextual appearance. The work environment according to claim 51 wherein the first array offers a first territorial appearance and the second array offers a second territorial appearance. An information display system according to claim 1 for use in a workspace that provides at least one work area, comprising a connection area placed in relation to the track system and configured to cover at least one part of the various display panels where the display panels can be moved between a first array where at least one of the display panels is covered within the connection area and at least one second array where the at least one of the display panels is removed from the connection area to selectively reveal a portion of the information and to selectively hide at least another portion of the information. The workspace according to claim 54 wherein the mounting structure is fixed substantially permanently on a wall. The information display system according to claim 54 wherein the track system is substantially linear. The information display system according to claim 54 wherein the mounting structure is a partial height panel SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An information visualization system is presented. They also present a work environment that offers a work area and a work station that includes the information visualization system. The information display system includes a track system adapted to be fixed on a mounting structure and a plurality of display panels connected to the track system for movement relative to the mounting structure. The display panels are adapted to present information selectively for display by means of a pivoting and translation movement of the plurality of display panels. The track system may include at least one rail. The display panels can protrude from the track system to a vertical lift in order to provide a clearance under the display panels for a seated worker. The information display system may include a plurality of containers connected to the track system for travel relative to the mounting structure, with each of the several containers adapted to include at least one display panel. Each of the display panels is adapted to present information and the information can be selectively displayed for viewing by movement of the plurality of containers. Each of the display panels may include at least one display board. A connection area can be placed along the track system and can be configured in such a way that at least one of the display panels is at least partially hidden. A threshold for services may be adapted for movement along a predefined path in the work area for the purpose of selectively providing services to at least a portion of the work area. The work environment can offer a work space that can be arranged or divided in order to include at least one work area within the available floor space. In the work area, the display panels can be moved from a first array to at least a second array. The first arrangement allows a worker to use substantially all the space of an available floor: the second arrangement allows several workers to share the available floor space in order to facilitate the use of floor space by workers present in the environment of work.