Recreational vehicle comprising a wet cell and a pivot axle bearing

SI4324696T1Active Publication Date: 2026-09-30HYMER GMBH & CO KG
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Patent Information

Application Number
SI202330112
Authority / Receiving Office
SI · SI
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2022-08-19
Filing Date
2023-08-19
Publication Date
2026-09-30
Estimated Expiration
2043-08-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing recreational vehicles, such as mobile homes and caravans, face challenges in designing a pivot axis bearing for a pivot wall in a wet room that is both reliable and easy to maintain, particularly in terms of moisture resistance and ease of assembly/disassembly.

Method used

A pivot axis bearing system comprising a first stationary bearing part and a second rotatably mounted bearing part, with a securing mechanism and protective cap, allowing for secure and moisture-insensitive storage and maintenance, including a removable swing door design.

Benefits of technology

The solution provides a reliable, moisture-resistant, and easy-to-maintain pivot axis bearing system that ensures secure assembly and disassembly, enhancing the functionality and durability of recreational vehicle wet rooms.

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Abstract

A pivot bearing (3) on which a pivot axis (4) of a pivot wall (5) of a recreational vehicle (1), in particular a wet room (2) of a recreational vehicle (1), can be mounted, wherein a first bearing part (6), which is fixedly arranged in the recreational vehicle (1) in the assembled state, and a second bearing part (7) are provided, which is connected to the pivot axis (4), and wherein the second bearing part (7) can be inserted into the first bearing part (6) and is rotatably mounted in the first bearing part (6) in the inserted state. Furthermore, a wet room (2) and a recreational vehicle (1) are specified.
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Description

[0001] The invention relates to a recreational vehicle, preferably with a wet room and a pivot axis bearing that serves for a pivot axis of a pivoting wall. The pivoting wall preferably serves for a wet room. In particular, the invention relates to the field of recreational vehicles designed as mobile homes or caravans.

[0002] DE 10 2019 122 085 A1 discloses a wet room for a camping vehicle. This wet room features a pivoting wall. The pivoting wall can divide the interior of the wet room into a shower room and an adjoining room.

[0003] The object of the invention is to provide a pivot axis bearing for a pivot axis of a pivot wall of a recreational vehicle, a wet room and a recreational vehicle, in particular a mobile home or a caravan, which are designed in an improved manner.

[0004] The object is achieved by a pivot axle bearing having the features of independent patent claim 1, by a wet room having the features of patent claim 10, and by a recreational vehicle having the features of patent claim 11. Advantageous developments of the invention are specified in the subclaims.

[0005] The object is achieved by a pivot axis bearing on which a pivot axis of a pivot wall of a recreational vehicle, in particular a wet room of a recreational vehicle, can be mounted, wherein a first bearing part, which in the assembled state is arranged stationary in the recreational vehicle, and a second bearing part are provided which is connected to the pivot axis, and wherein the second bearing part can be inserted into the first bearing part and is rotatably mounted in the first bearing part in the inserted state.

[0006] Furthermore, the object is achieved by a wet room for a recreational vehicle, in particular a mobile home or caravan, with at least one such pivot axis bearing on which a pivot axis of a pivot wall is mounted in the assembled state.

[0007] In addition, the object is achieved by a recreational vehicle, in particular a mobile home or a caravan, with at least one such pivot axis bearing, on which a pivot axis of a pivot wall, in particular a pivot wall of a wet room, is mounted in the assembled state.

[0008] It is advantageous for the second bearing part to be insertable into the first bearing part along the pivot axis, particularly from bottom to top, and / or for the pivot axis bearing to be designed as an upper pivot axis bearing. This makes it possible, in particular, to create a removable pivot door. This allows, for example, cleaning measures to be carried out during maintenance.

[0009] It is advantageous for the first bearing part to have a bearing ring, and for the second bearing part, which is inserted into the first bearing part, to be at least substantially rotatably mounted on the bearing ring. This enables a reliable and robust bearing arrangement. Furthermore, the bearing arrangement can be made insensitive to moisture and humidity. For example, the bearing parts can be made of plastic or as plastic injection-molded parts.

[0010] It is advantageous to provide at least one locking device that secures the second bearing part inserted into the first bearing part in the first bearing part. This prevents accidental assembly. Furthermore, the locking device can be made resistant to moisture and humidity.

[0011] It is advantageous that the locking device has at least one locking tongue, which is arranged at least approximately in a plane perpendicular to the pivot axis to secure the second bearing part in the first bearing part. This provides a reliable locking device that is easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0012] It is advantageous that the locking device has at least one additional locking tongue, which is arranged at least approximately in the plane perpendicular to the pivot axis to secure the second bearing part in the first bearing part, and that the locking tongue and the additional locking tongue interact with the second bearing part on opposite sides. This further improves the stability of the locking device. Furthermore, a uniform load on the locking tongues can be achieved, which reduces potential wear.

[0013] It is advantageous for the second bearing part to have an annular groove, and for at least one locking tongue to engage in the annular groove to secure the second bearing part in the first bearing part. This enables, in particular, rotation of the second bearing part relative to the locking tongue.

[0014] It is advantageous that at least one protective cap is provided, which can be detachably connected to the first bearing part, and that at least one locking tab is formed on the protective cap. This enables an integrated function. The protective cap also allows for easy assembly and disassembly.

[0015] It is advantageous that the second bearing part has a collar that limits the insertion of the second bearing part into the first bearing part. This further simplifies assembly and also simplifies maintenance.

[0016] Further advantages and details of the invention are explained in more detail with reference to the exemplary embodiments illustrated in the schematic figures. Herein: Fig. 1 shows a recreational vehicle with a wet room according to a first embodiment in a schematic, spatial representation, wherein a view from diagonally above is shown and a pivoting wall is pivoted against a fixed wall; Fig. 2 shows the Fig. 1 shown recreational vehicle with the wet room, wherein the pivoting wall is pivoted into the wet room to separate a shower area from the toilet; Fig. 3 a pivot axis bearing in a partial, schematic sectional view, wherein a view corresponding to a view of a side wall to which a first bearing part can be fastened is shown; Fig. 4 the in Fig. 3 shown swivel axis bearings from the direction marked IV; Fig. 5 in Fig. 3 shown swivel axis bearing without the protective cap, illustrating mounting on a fixed wall; Fig. 6 in Fig. 3 shown pivot axis bearing without the protective cap, showing a disassembled state in which the second bearing part is pulled downwards out of the first bearing part; Fig. 7 in Fig. 3 shown pivot axis bearing, wherein the assembly and disassembly of the protective cap is illustrated; Fig. 8 a recreational vehicle with a wet room according to a second embodiment in a partial, schematic representation from above, wherein the pivot wall is pivoted to a toilet; and Fig. 9 the Fig. 8 shown recreational vehicle, with the swing wall swung away from the toilet.

[0017] Fig. 1 shows a recreational vehicle 1 with a wet room 2 according to a first embodiment in a schematic, spatial representation, wherein a view is shown obliquely from above. In this case, a pivot axis bearing 3 is arranged in the wet room 2, on which a pivot axis 4 of a pivot wall 5 of the wet room 2 of the recreational vehicle 1 is mounted. The pivot axis bearing 3 is designed as an upper pivot axis bearing 3. Together with further hinges and / or bearings for the pivot axis 4, the pivot wall 5 is pivotable in the assembled state. In the illustration of the Fig. 1 the pivoting wall 5 is pivoted onto a fixed wall 10 of the wet room 2.

[0018] Fig. 2 shows that in Fig. 1 The recreational vehicle 1 shown has a wet room 2, wherein the pivoting wall 5 is pivoted into the wet room 2 to a toilet 11. This separates a shower area 12 from the toilet 11.

[0019] Fig. 3 shows the pivot axis bearing 3 in a partial, schematic sectional view, wherein a view corresponding to a view of the fixed wall (side wall) 10 to which the first bearing part is fastened is shown. Fig. 4 shows that in Fig. 3 shown pivot axis bearing 3 from the viewing direction designated IV. The pivot axis bearing 3 comprises a first bearing part 6 and a second bearing part 7 as well as a protective cap 21. The first bearing part 6 is arranged in a fixed position in the recreational vehicle 1 by being fastened to the wall 10. The second bearing part 7 is connected to the pivot axis 4. The second bearing part 7 can be inserted into the first bearing part 6 and also removed again, as can also be seen from Fig. 6 is illustrated. In the inserted state, the second bearing part 7 is rotatably mounted in the first bearing part 6.

[0020] Fig. 5 shows that in Fig. 3 shown swivel axis bearing 3 without the protective cap 21, wherein a mounting on the fixed wall 10 is illustrated. Fig. 6 shows that in Fig. 3 shown pivot axis bearing 3 without the protective cap 21, wherein a disassembled state is shown in which the second bearing part 7 is pulled downwards out of the first bearing part 6.

[0021] For mounting the pivoting wall in the wet room 1, which can also be done after service or maintenance, the second bearing part 7 is inserted from bottom to top into the first bearing part 6 along the pivot axis 4. The first bearing part 6 has a bearing ring 8. When the second bearing part 7 is inserted into the first bearing part 6, the second bearing part 7 is rotatably mounted on the bearing ring 8.

[0022] Fig. 7 shows that in Fig. 3 shown pivot axis bearing 3, wherein the assembly and disassembly of the protective cap 21 is illustrated. The protective cap 21 provides protection against dirt, damage, and against pinching of body parts. In addition, the protective cap 21 provides a safety device 9. The safety device 9 secures the second bearing part 7 in the first bearing part 6. For this purpose, the safety device 9 in this exemplary embodiment has a safety tongue 15 and a further safety tongue 16 which are formed on the protective cap 21. The safety tongues 15, 16 are arranged in a plane perpendicular to the pivot axis 4 to secure the second bearing part 7 in the first bearing part 6 when the protective cap 21 is installed.

[0023] The securing tongue 15 and the further securing tongue 16 are arranged on opposite sides 17, 18 of the second bearing part 7 and cooperate in a form-fitting manner with the second bearing part 7. The second bearing part 7 has an annular groove 20 for this purpose, whereby the securing tongues 15, 16 engage in the annular groove 20 to secure the second bearing part 7 in the first bearing part 6 when the protective cap 21 is mounted.

[0024] The bearing ring 8 has slots 23, 24 on the sides 17, 18. When the protective cap 21 is fitted, the securing tongues 15, 16 engage through the slots 23, 24 of the bearing ring 8 of the first bearing part 6 into the annular groove 20 of the second bearing part 7. As a result, one degree of translational freedom along the pivot axis 4 is restricted.

[0025] To simplify assembly, the second bearing part 7 has a collar 22. This provides a stop that limits the insertion of the second bearing part 7 into the first bearing part 6.

[0026] Fig. 8 shows a recreational vehicle 1 with a wet room 2 according to a second embodiment in a partial, schematic view from above, wherein the pivoting wall 5 is pivoted to a toilet 11. Furthermore, Fig. 9 that in Fig. 8 shown recreational vehicle 1, wherein the pivoting wall 5 is pivoted away from the toilet 11.

[0027] This design is particularly, but not exclusively, suitable for small recreational vehicles 1. This allows for the realization of a very small wet room 2. To use a washbasin 25, which is mounted on the pivoting wall 5, or the toilet 11, the pivoting wall 5 is, for example, folded into the Fig. 9pivoted into the position shown, so that an area 26 of a walkway can also be used. A partition 28, which can be designed as a curtain or folding wall, can also be used to create a privacy screen or shower partition.

[0028] The washbasin 25 can be supplied with fresh water and waste water can be drained via the pivoting wall 5, which is designed as a pivoting door, and the pivot axis 4. Particularly in such a design, the ability to dismantle the pivoting wall 5 is relevant to enable servicing and maintenance.

[0029] The invention is not limited to the described embodiments.

Claims

1. Pivot axis bearing (3) on which a pivot axis (4) of a pivot wall (5) of a recreational vehicle (1), in particular a wet room (2) of a recreational vehicle (1), can be mounted, wherein a first bearing part (6) which is arranged stationary in the recreational vehicle (1) in the assembled state and a second bearing part (7) are provided which is connected to the pivot axis (4), and wherein the second bearing part (7) can be inserted into the first bearing part (6) and is rotatably mounted in the first bearing part (6) in the inserted state.

2. Swivel axis bearing according to claim 1, characterized by that the second bearing part (7) can be inserted into the first bearing part (6) along the pivot axis (4), in particular from bottom to top, and / or that the pivot axis bearing is designed as an upper pivot axis bearing.

3. Swivel axis bearing according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by thatthe first bearing part (6) has a bearing ring (8) and that the second bearing part (7) inserted into the first bearing part (6) is at least substantially rotatably mounted on the bearing ring (8).

4. Swivel axis bearing according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by that at least one securing device (9) is provided which secures the second bearing part (7) inserted into the first bearing part (6) in the first bearing part (6).

5. Swivel axis bearing according to claim 4, characterized by that the securing means (9) has at least one securing tongue (15) which is arranged at least approximately in a plane perpendicular to the pivot axis (4) in order to secure the second bearing part (7) in the first bearing part (6).

6. Swivel axis bearing according to claim 5, characterized by thatthe securing means (9) has at least one further securing tongue (16) which is arranged at least approximately in the plane perpendicular to the pivot axis (4) to secure the second bearing part (7) in the first bearing part (6), and in that the securing tongue (15) and the further securing tongue (16) cooperate with the second bearing part (7) on opposite sides (17, 18).

7. Swivel axis bearing according to claim 5 or 6, characterized by that the second bearing part (7) has an annular groove (20) and that in order to secure the second bearing part (7) in the first bearing part (6) at least one securing tongue (15, 16) engages in the annular groove (20).

8. Pivot axis bearing according to one of claims 5 to 7, characterized by that at least one protective cap (21) is provided which can be detachably connected to the first bearing part (6), and that the at least one securing tongue (15, 16) is formed on the protective cap (21).

9. Pivot axis bearing according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized by that the second bearing part (7) has a collar (22) which limits insertion of the second bearing part (7) into the first bearing part (6).

10. Wet room (2) for a recreational vehicle (1), in particular a mobile home or caravan, with at least one pivot axis bearing (3) according to one of claims 1 to 9, on which a pivot axis (4) of a pivot wall (5) is mounted in the assembled state.

11. Recreational vehicle (1), in particular a mobile home or caravan, with at least one pivot axis bearing (3) according to one of claims 1 to 9, on which, in the assembled state, a pivot axis (4) of a pivot wall (5), in particular a pivot wall (5) of a wet room (2), is mounted.