Locking structure of scooter folding mechanism

By simplifying the locking structure of the scooter's folding mechanism and adopting a design that includes the scooter body, handlebar, mounting base, and locking mechanism, the scooter achieves flexible folding and secure locking of the handlebar. This solves the problems of high cost and inconvenient operation caused by the complexity of existing locking structures, and improves user experience and safety.

CN222347230UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-14浙江御轮科技有限公司
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Application Number
CN202421082431.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-17
Publication Date
2025-01-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-17

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Technical Problem

The existing folding mechanism of scooters has a complex locking structure design, which increases manufacturing costs and the probability of failure. At the same time, it is inconvenient for users to operate and consumes time and effort.

Method used

A locking structure for a scooter folding mechanism is designed, including the scooter body, scooter rod, mounting base, locking mechanism, inner groove, hook groove, connecting rod and other components. Through the cooperation of the first pivot and the locking buckle, the scooter rod can be flexibly folded and securely locked. It is also equipped with an anti-accidental contact mechanism and a magnetic surface to improve the convenience and safety of operation.

Benefits of technology

The simplified locking structure reduces manufacturing costs and the probability of failure, improves user convenience and scooter safety, extends service life, and enhances aesthetics and practicality.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of fabricated buildings, and particularly provides a locking structure of a scooter folding mechanism. The plate trailer comprises a plate trailer body, a mounting seat is arranged at the top of the plate trailer body, and a locking mechanism is arranged at the front end of the top of the mounting seat. According to the foldable scooter, the scooter rod and the weight of a rider are stably supported, the folding and locking functions are ingeniously designed, the scooter rod serves as a main support of the scooter and needs to be firm enough to provide stable control, the first rotating shaft enables the scooter rod to be foldable, carrying in urban travel and public transportation is facilitated, an inner groove and a claw hook groove are tightly combined with the locking mechanism, and the scooter rod can be folded conveniently. Strength is transmitted through the connecting rod, it is ensured that the locking buckle tightly locks the bicycle rod, and additional safety is provided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of scooter electric vehicles, in particular to a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter. Background Art

[0002] The electric scooter, or electric scooter, combines the traditional human-powered skateboard with the electric vehicle technology to form a new type of transportation. It is based on the traditional skateboard design and is driven by adding an electric kit. This type of vehicle usually uses two-wheel or single-wheel drive, with hub motors or belt drives as common transmission methods, and relies on lithium battery packs for power. The electric scooter is made of aluminum alloy to create a lightweight and sturdy body, which is easy to carry and store. At the same time, its lithium battery provides long-lasting battery life, which is very suitable for short-distance travel. To ensure riding safety, it is also equipped with a dual brake system such as disc brakes and electronic brakes, making the brakes smooth, safe and reliable.

[0003] The inventor of this application found that there are the following problems in the practical use process:

[0004] The locking structure of the existing folding mechanism of the scooter may be designed to be more complicated in order to meet the stability and safety of the scooter in different usage scenarios to cope with various possible usage situations. The complex design not only increases the manufacturing cost, but also increases the probability of failure. At the same time, users often spend too much effort and time when unlocking or locking due to inconvenient operation.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter to solve the above technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to simplify the locking structure of the folding mechanism of the scooter, reduce the manufacturing cost and the probability of failure, and at the same time improve the convenience of user operation. In view of the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, a locking structure of the folding mechanism of the scooter is provided.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the technical solution of the utility model is: a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter, comprising a scooter, the scooter comprising a scooter body, a mounting seat is arranged on the top of the scooter body, a locking mechanism is arranged on the top front end of the mounting seat, and a vehicle rod is arranged on the top rear end of the mounting seat;

[0008] The vehicle bar comprises a bar body, the bottom of the bar body is rotatably connected to the mounting seat via a first rotating shaft, an inner groove is provided on one side of the bar body, a grabbing hook groove is provided inside the inner groove, and a connecting rod is rotatably connected to the lower part of the grabbing hook groove via a first connecting shaft;

[0009] The locking mechanism comprises a locking buckle, the locking buckle is rotatably connected to the mounting seat via a second rotating shaft, a receiving groove is provided on the inner side of the locking buckle, a second connecting shaft is rotatably connected inside the receiving groove, and the second connecting shaft is connected to the other end of the connecting rod;

[0010] A movable groove is provided above the storage groove, and a grab hook is rotatably connected to the inside of the movable groove through a first torque shaft, and the grab hook is clamped with the grab hook groove.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the rod body can be flexibly connected to the mounting seat through the first rotating shaft, so that the scooter can be easily folded and unfolded, which greatly improves the convenience of use. Moreover, through the ingenious cooperation of components such as locking buckles, grab hooks and connecting rods, the rod and the scooter body can be firmly locked.

[0012] It is further provided that the first rotating shaft is used to ensure that the rod body can be folded, and the locking mechanism is used to fix the rod body to ensure that the rod body does not shake when in use.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the design of the first rotating shaft ensures the flexible folding of the rod body, so that the scooter can be conveniently folded up when not in use to save space; at the same time, the locking mechanism can effectively fix the rod body to prevent it from shaking during use, thereby enhancing the safety of the scooter.

[0014] It is further provided that the inner groove is adapted to the locking buckle, and the receiving groove is used to receive the connecting rod.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the adaptation design of the inner groove and the locking buckle improves the tightness and stability of the locking structure, ensuring that the folded scooter will not unfold accidentally; the storage groove provides a convenient storage space for the connecting rod, making the overall structure more compact, and improving the aesthetics and practicality of the scooter.

[0016] It is further provided that an anti-accidental touch mechanism is provided above one side of the locking buckle, and the anti-accidental touch mechanism includes a second torsion shaft, and the second torsion shaft is rotatably connected to a baffle.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution and adding an anti-mistouch mechanism, the user is effectively prevented from accidentally triggering the locking mechanism, thus avoiding possible safety hazards and improving the safety of the scooter.

[0018] It is further configured that a magnetic surface is provided at the lower side of the locking buckle, an iron sheet is provided at the inner side of the baffle, and the magnetic surface is magnetically connected to the iron sheet.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution and utilizing the magnetic connection between the magnetic surface and the iron sheet, the baffle can be stably maintained on one side of the locking buckle when not in use, thereby reducing the possibility of accidental touch and improving the aesthetics and practicality of the scooter.

[0020] It is further provided that a silicone sheet is provided above the first connecting shaft, and the silicone sheet is used for protecting the grab hook groove.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the setting of the silicone sheet can effectively protect the grab hook groove from wear and impact, thereby extending the service life of the scooter; at the same time, the softness of the silicone can also reduce noise and vibration, thereby improving the user's riding experience.

[0022] It is further provided that a front wheel is provided on one side of the bottom of the cart body, and a rear wheel is provided on one side of the front wheel.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, the arrangement of the front wheel and the rear wheel ensures the normal sliding function of the scooter and provides stable support and good grip.

[0024] It is further provided that the front wheels and the rear wheels are used to ensure that the main body of the cart can slide normally, and the material of the front wheels and the rear wheels is rubber.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, the rubber tire has good shock absorption effect and wear resistance, thereby enhancing the driving stability and service life of the scooter.

[0026] It is further provided that the material of the cart body is engineering plastic, and the material of the locking mechanism is stainless steel.

[0027] By adopting the above technical solution, the scooter body is made of engineering plastic material, which makes the scooter light and impact-resistant; while the locking mechanism made of stainless steel ensures its strength and corrosion resistance. The combination of the two improves the durability and practicality of the scooter.

[0028] It is further provided that the rod body is adapted to the mounting seat, and the rod body abuts against the mounting seat.

[0029] By adopting the above technical solution, the adaptation design of the rod body and the mounting seat ensures a close fit and stability after folding, reducing the generation of shaking and noise; this design also makes the folding and unlocking operations smoother and more convenient, improving the user's efficiency.

[0030] Compared with the related art, the locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter provided by the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0031] The utility model provides a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter. By arranging a scooter body, a vehicle bar and a locking mechanism, a mounting seat is used as a key component for connecting the scooter and the vehicle bar. It not only stably supports the weight of the vehicle bar and the rider, but also cleverly designs the folding and locking functions. The vehicle bar, as the main support of the scooter, needs to be strong enough to provide stable control. The first rotating shaft makes the vehicle bar foldable, which is convenient for carrying in urban travel and public transportation. The inner groove and the grab hook groove are closely combined with the locking mechanism, and the force is transmitted through the connecting rod to ensure that the locking buckle tightly locks the vehicle bar, providing additional safety. At the same time, the storage groove neatly hides the connecting rod to avoid inconvenience or damage. The movable groove provides a flexible activity space for the grab hook, which is closely combined with the grab hook groove to achieve stable locking of the vehicle bar. This mechanical locking method is simple and reliable.

[0032] The utility model provides a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter, which adopts an anti-misoperation mechanism, wherein the anti-misoperation mechanism effectively prevents the scooter from being folded or unlocked due to inadvertent misoperation by the user through the design of a second torque shaft and a baffle, thereby enhancing the safety of use. The baffle can rotate freely and naturally cover the locking buckle to form a physical barrier to prevent misoperation. At the same time, the design of the magnetic surface enables the baffle to be stably maintained in a closed position when not in use. The magnetic connection between the magnetic surface and the iron sheet on the inner side of the baffle provides a convenient and stable fixing method, which is convenient for user operation, increases the stability of the structure, and improves the user experience. In addition, the silicone sheet is cleverly placed above the first connecting shaft to protect the grab hook groove from wear during long-term use or folding. Its excellent elasticity and wear resistance effectively reduce the direct friction between metal parts, which not only prolongs the service life of the scooter, but also plays a certain shock-absorbing role, providing a more stable and comfortable experience for the rider. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a folding mechanism of a scooter provided by the utility model;

[0034] Figure 2 It is a rear-view stereoscopic structural schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0035] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of a side-view cross-sectional three-dimensional structure of the utility model;

[0036] Figure 4 For the utility model Figure 3 A is an enlarged schematic diagram.

[0037] Numbers in the figure: 1. cart; 101. cart body; 102. front wheel; 103. rear wheel; 104. mounting seat; 2. vehicle pole; 201. first rotating shaft; 202. pole body; 203. inner groove; 204. hook groove; 205. first connecting shaft; 206. connecting rod; 207. silicone sheet; 208. storage groove; 3. locking mechanism; 301. second rotating shaft; 302. locking buckle; 303. second connecting shaft; 304. movable groove; 305. hook; 4. anti-accidental touch mechanism; 401. second torque rotating shaft; 402. baffle; 403. magnetic surface. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] In order to facilitate the understanding of the present invention, the present invention will be described more comprehensively with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings show typical embodiments of the present invention.

[0039] Embodiment 1:

[0040] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, a locking structure of a folding mechanism of a scooter of the utility model comprises a trolley 1, the trolley 1 comprises a trolley body 101, a mounting seat 104 is arranged on the top of the trolley body 101, a locking mechanism 3 is arranged on the top front end of the mounting seat 104, a vehicle bar 2 is arranged on the top rear end of the mounting seat 104, the vehicle bar 2 comprises a rod body 202, the bottom of the rod body 202 is rotatably connected to the mounting seat 104 through a first rotating shaft 201, an inner groove 203 is provided on one side of the rod body 202, a grabbing hook groove 204 is provided inside the inner groove 203, a connecting rod 206 is rotatably connected to the grabbing hook groove 204 through a first connecting shaft 205, the locking mechanism 3 comprises a locking buckle 302, and the locking buckle The locking buckle 302 is rotatably connected to the mounting base 104 through the second rotating shaft 301, a receiving groove 208 is provided on the inner side of the locking buckle 302, the interior of the storing groove 208 is rotatably connected with the second connecting shaft 303, and the second connecting shaft 303 is connected to the other end of the connecting rod 206, a movable groove 304 is provided above the storing groove 208, the interior of the movable groove 304 is rotatably connected with a grab hook 305 through the first torque rotating shaft, the grab hook 305 is snapped with the grab hook groove 204, and the locking buckle 302 is closely matched with the vehicle bar 2, so that the structural stability of the scooter in use is achieved, the accidental folding or shaking of the vehicle bar during use is effectively prevented, and the safety of the scooter is improved.

[0041] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, the first rotating shaft 201 is used to ensure that the rod body 202 can be folded, and the locking mechanism 3 is used to fix the rod body 202 to ensure that the rod body 202 does not shake during use. The locking buckle 302 is rotatably connected to the mounting seat 104 through the second rotating shaft 301, so that the locking buckle can rotate flexibly, which is convenient for users to perform locking and unlocking operations, thereby improving convenience of use.

[0042] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the first rotating shaft 201 is used to ensure that the rod body 202 can be folded, the locking mechanism 3 is used to fix the rod body 202 to ensure that the rod body 202 does not shake during use, the inner groove 203 is adapted to the locking buckle 302, and the storage groove 208 is used to store the connecting rod 206, ensuring the close fit between the locking buckle and the vehicle rod and enhancing the stability of the locking. At the same time, the storage groove provides a convenient storage space for the connecting rod, and the overall structure is more compact.

[0043] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the inner groove 203 is matched with the locking buckle 302, and the storage groove 208 is used to store the connecting rod 206. The adaptive design of the inner groove 203 and the locking buckle 302 ensures the tightness and stability of the locking structure; at the same time, the storage groove 208 provides a convenient storage space for the connecting rod 206, making the overall structure more compact, and improving the aesthetics and practicality of the scooter.

[0044] Embodiment 2:

[0045] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, an anti-accidental touch mechanism 4 is arranged above one side of the locking buckle 302, and the anti-accidental touch mechanism 4 includes a second torque shaft 401, and the second torque shaft 401 is rotatably connected to a baffle 402. Through the setting of the anti-accidental touch mechanism 4, the user is effectively prevented from inadvertently triggering the locking mechanism, thereby avoiding possible safety hazards and improving the safety of the scooter. At the same time, the design of the second torque shaft 401 and the baffle 402 also makes the operation more flexible and convenient.

[0046] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, a magnetic surface 403 is provided under one side of the locking buckle 302, and an iron sheet is provided on the inner side of the baffle 402. The magnetic surface 403 is magnetically connected to the iron sheet. The magnetic connection design between the magnetic surface 403 and the iron sheet enables the baffle 402 to be stably maintained on one side of the locking buckle 302 when not in use, which not only reduces the possibility of accidental touch, but also improves the aesthetics and practicality of the scooter.

[0047] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, a silicone sheet 207 is arranged above the first connecting shaft 205, and the silicone sheet 207 is used to protect the hook groove 204. The setting of the silicone sheet 207 can effectively protect the hook groove 204 from wear and impact, thereby extending the service life of the scooter; at the same time, the softness of the silicone material can also reduce noise and vibration to a certain extent, thereby improving the user's riding experience.

[0048] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, a front wheel 102 is provided on one side of the bottom of the scooter body 101, and a rear wheel 103 is provided on one side of the front wheel 102. The configuration of the front wheel and the rear wheel provides a stable support force for the scooter, so that the rider can maintain balance during use and reduce accidents caused by instability.

[0049] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the front wheel 102 and the rear wheel 103 are used to ensure that the scooter body 101 can slide normally. The material of the front wheel 102 and the rear wheel 103 is rubber. The setting of the front wheel 102 and the rear wheel 103 not only ensures the normal sliding function of the scooter, but also provides stable support and good grip; at the same time, the rubber tire has good shock absorption effect and wear resistance, which enhances the driving stability and service life of the scooter.

[0050] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the material of the trolley body 101 is engineering plastic, and the material of the locking mechanism 3 is stainless steel. The trolley body 101 is made of engineering plastic, which makes the scooter light and impact-resistant; and the locking mechanism 3 is made of stainless steel, which ensures its strength and corrosion resistance. The combination of the two makes the scooter light and durable, and improves the user experience.

[0051] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the rod body 202 is adapted to the mounting seat 104, and the rod body 202 is in contact with the mounting seat 104. The adaptation design of the rod body 202 and the mounting seat 104 ensures a tight fit and stability after folding, reduces shaking and noise, and at the same time, this design also makes the folding and unlocking operations smoother and more convenient, thereby improving the user's efficiency.

[0052] In implementation, first, the user needs to find the locking mechanism 3 on the scooter, especially the position of the catch 305, and then needs to press the catch 305, which is usually achieved by manual operation and may need to overcome a certain resistance provided by the first torque shaft;

[0053] When the catch 305 is pressed, it will withdraw from the locked position with the catch slot 204 to achieve unlocking. At this time, the locking buckle 302 is no longer fixed and can be moved. The user can gently move the locking buckle 302 to further release the vehicle bar 2.

[0054] After unlocking, the rod body 202 can now be folded. The user needs to rotate the rod body 202 around the first rotation axis 201 to make it close to the cart body 101. During the folding process, the connecting rod 206 will move with it and may need to rotate inside the storage slot 208 to adapt to the folded position;

[0055] When the user wants to use the scooter again, the user needs to unfold the pole 2. This usually involves rotating the pole body 202 from the folded position back to the use position. After ensuring that the pole body 202 is fully unfolded, the user needs to re-lock the locking mechanism 3 to ensure the stability and safety of the scooter when in use;

[0056] In order to lock the vehicle bar 2 , the user needs to buckle the locking buckle 302 to a proper position so that the catch 305 can be re-engaged with the catch slot 204 , thereby fixing the bar body 202 .

[0057] The advantages of this technical solution in practical applications include but are not limited to the following:

[0058] 1. The locking mechanism 3, through the tight cooperation between the locking buckle 302 and the pole 2, not only ensures the structural stability of the scooter in the unfolded state, effectively prevents the pole from accidentally folding or shaking, thereby improving the safety of use, but also enables the user to lock and unlock the pole easily and quickly, optimizing the user experience. In addition, the materials and designs used in the mechanism have been strictly selected and tested to ensure its durability and reliability, and can maintain good working conditions even in harsh environments. What is more worth mentioning is that it has also made full considerations in space utilization, making the folded scooter easier to store and carry. Most importantly, the stable locking function of the locking mechanism 3 effectively avoids accidental folding due to misoperation or external force, especially when driving at high speeds or performing difficult movements. This design provides additional safety protection for users;

[0059] 2. The anti-mis-touch mechanism effectively prevents the scooter from folding or unlocking due to inadvertent misoperation by the user through the design of the second torque shaft and the baffle, thereby enhancing the safety of use. The baffle can rotate freely and naturally cover the locking buckle to form a physical barrier to prevent misoperation. At the same time, the design of the magnetic surface enables the baffle to remain stably in the closed position when not in use. The magnetic connection between the magnetic surface and the iron sheet on the inner side of the baffle provides a convenient and stable fixing method, which is convenient for user operation, increases the stability of the structure, and improves the user experience.

Claims

1. A locking structure for a folding mechanism of a scooter, characterized in that: The vehicle comprises a cart (1), wherein the cart (1) comprises a cart body (101), a mounting seat (104) is arranged on the top of the cart body (101), a locking mechanism (3) is arranged on the top front end of the mounting seat (104), and a vehicle rod (2) is arranged on the top rear end of the mounting seat (104); The vehicle bar (2) comprises a bar body (202), the bottom of the bar body (202) is rotatably connected to the mounting seat (104) via a first rotating shaft (201), an inner groove (203) is provided on one side of the bar body (202), a grabbing hook groove (204) is provided inside the inner groove (203), and a connecting rod (206) is rotatably connected below the grabbing hook groove (204) via a first connecting shaft (205); The locking mechanism (3) comprises a locking buckle (302), the locking buckle (302) is rotatably connected to the mounting seat (104) via a second rotating shaft (301), a receiving groove (208) is provided on the inner side of the locking buckle (302), a second connecting shaft (303) is rotatably connected inside the receiving groove (208), and the second connecting shaft (303) is connected to the other end of the connecting rod (206); A movable groove (304) is provided above the storage groove (208), and a grab hook (305) is rotatably connected to the inside of the movable groove (304) via a first torque shaft, and the grab hook (305) is engaged with the grab hook groove (204).

2. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of the scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first rotating shaft (201) is used to ensure that the rod body (202) can be folded, and the locking mechanism (3) is used to fix the rod body (202) to ensure that the rod body (202) does not shake when in use.

3. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of the scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner groove (203) is matched with the locking buckle (302), and the receiving groove (208) is used to receive the connecting rod (206).

4. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: An anti-accidental touch mechanism (4) is arranged above one side of the locking buckle (302), and the anti-accidental touch mechanism (4) comprises a second torque shaft (401), and the second torque shaft (401) is rotatably connected to a baffle (402).

5. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of the scooter according to claim 4, characterized in that: A magnetic surface (403) is provided below one side of the locking buckle (302), an iron sheet is provided on the inner side of the baffle (402), and the magnetic surface (403) is magnetically connected to the iron sheet.

6. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: A silicone sheet (207) is provided above the first connecting shaft (205), and the silicone sheet (207) is used to protect the grab hook groove (204).

7. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: A front wheel (102) is provided on one side of the bottom of the cart body (101), and a rear wheel (103) is provided on one side of the front wheel (102).

8. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 7, characterized in that: The front wheels (102) and the rear wheels (103) are used to ensure that the cart body (101) can slide normally, and the material of the front wheels (102) and the rear wheels (103) is rubber.

9. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material of the cart body (101) is engineering plastic, and the material of the locking mechanism (3) is stainless steel.

10. The locking structure of the folding mechanism of a scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rod body (202) is adapted to the mounting seat (104), and the rod body (202) is in abutment with the mounting seat (104).