Support system for adjustable slats suitable for being mounted in a sun-shading system with adjustable slats.

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to a support system for adjustable slats. More specifically, it concerns a support system suitable for being mounted in a sun- shading system with adjustable slats, such as Venetian blinds, sunbreakers, or the like.

Description

[0001] SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTABLE SLATS SUITABLE FOR BEING

[0002] MOUNTED IN A SUN-SHADING SYSTEM WITH ADJUSTABLE SLATS Description

[0003] The present invention generally relates to a support system for adjustable slats.

[0004] More specifically, it concerns a support system suitable for being mounted in a sun-shading system with adjustable slats, such as Venetian blinds, sunbreakers, or similar.

[0005] As is known, sun-shading systems with adjustable slats are used to modulate the passage of light and air, while also regulating privacy and protection from weather conditions. These include devices such as Venetian blinds and sunbreakers, equipped with movable slats that can be tilted to achieve different configurations.

[0006] However, known sun-shading systems have certain drawbacks.

[0007] First, in most traditional sun-shading systems, slats must be rotated by acting directly on them, posing a risk of pinching fingers.

[0008] In any case, the known mechanisms used to adjust the slats are often impractical and difficult to operate.

[0009] A further issue with known systems concerns the fragility of the mechanisms that enable the orientation of the movable slats, particularly automatic ones. These can be easily strained and damaged, compromising the functionality of the sunshading system.

[0010] The purpose of this invention is to provide a support system for adjustable slats, suitable for being mounted in a sun-shading system with adjustable slats, that solves the problems of the known art. Another objective of the invention is to provide a support system for adjustable slats that is practical and easy to use.

[0011] A further aim is to offer a support system that allows slats to be adjusted without the user risking finger injuries.

[0012] Another goal is to provide a support system that ensures greater strength and reliability of the mechanisms that allow slat orientation adjustment, reducing the risk of breakage.

[0013] These and other objectives are achieved, according to the invention, by a support system for adjustable slats suitable for being mounted in a sun-shading system with adjustable slats, as defined in the appended claims.

[0014] The system includes a post provided with a fixed rod and a movable adjustment element, as well as slat supports capable of converting the translational movement of the adjustment element into a rotational movement of the slats themselves.

[0015] With the support system for adjustable slats according to the invention, the slat tilt adjustment is practical and robust.

[0016] In fact, the slats' rotation is obtained through a simple translational movement of the adjustment element.

[0017] A further advantage of the support system according to the invention is that it eliminates the need to touch the slats directly, improving safety and comfort.

[0018] Moreover, the support system allows customizable slat tilt angles, meeting different light and ventilation requirements.

[0019] Further features and details will be better understood from the following description, provided by way of non-limiting example, and from the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1 is a schematic axonometric view illustrating a portion of a sunshading system with adjustable slats comprising a support system according to the invention;

[0020] Figure 2 is a schematic axonometric view of the portion of the sun-shading system in Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 3 is an axonometric view of the support system shown in Figures 1 and 2;

[0022] Figure 4 is a side view of a portion of the support system shown in Figures 1 and 2;

[0023] Figure 5 is an exploded axonometric view of the portion of the support system in Figure 4;

[0024] Figures 6 to 9 are side views of the support system in Figure 3, illustrating the slats in various tilt positions from horizontal (fully open) to vertical (fully closed);

[0025] Figures 10 to 13 are side views of portions of the support system corresponding to the positions in Figures 6 to 9;

[0026] Figures 14 to 17 are side views of specific details (marked C to F) in Figures 10 to 13, respectively.

[0027] With reference to the attached figures, the numeral 10 identifies a support system 10 for adjustable slats.

[0028] A sun-shading system, partially visible in Figures 1 and 2, comprises adjustable slats L and is intended to be mounted on a supporting structure, such as the frame of a shutter, a Venetian blind, or another similar structure.

[0029] The slats L are attached on both sides to a respective support system 10; in other words, each sun-shading system requires two support systems 10, placed on opposite sides. The support system 10 allows the slats to tilt at various angles to regulate light and air passage.

[0030] As shown in Figures 3 and 6 to 9, the support system 10 comprises:

[0031] - a post 12 intended to be mounted on the supporting structure;

[0032] - a regulation element 14, vertically translatable and movable with respect to the post 12, positioned adjacent to it;

[0033] - a support 16 to which the side portion of a slat L is fixed, movably constrained to both the post 12 and the regulation element 14.

[0034] The post 12 includes a fixed rod 18 with a rectangular cross-section and fixing holes 20 for anchoring it to the supporting structure.

[0035] The fixed rod 18 also features constraint holes 24, each provided with a shaped housing 26.

[0036] As seen in Figure 4, the fixed rod 18 is formed with:

[0037] - a longitudinal recess 22 along one vertical edge;

[0038] - a lateral notch 28 on the corner next to the recess 22, aligned with each constraint hole 24.

[0039] The regulation element 14 includes a movable rod 30 equipped with a knob 31 for easier handling.

[0040] The movable rod 30 has inclined slot holes 36 positioned at the same height as the constraint holes 24 of the post 12.

[0041] The movable rod 30 further comprises:

[0042] - a protruding edge 32 defined along one vertical corner;

[0043] - L-shaped teeth 34 adjacent to the protruding edge 32, each aligned with the slot holes 36.

[0044] The slat support 16 includes a box-shaped element 38, laterally open to accommodate a slat L.

[0045] From the face opposite the opening, a pin 40 with a projection 42 protrudes.

[0046] The pin 40 is shaped to match the constraint hole 24 for proper fit.

[0047] The projection 42 matches the shaped housing 26 inside each constraint hole 24.

[0048] Each support 16 also has an overhanging portion 44 from which a peg 46 extends, having a diameter substantially equal to the width of the slot holes 36.

[0049] The regulation element 14 is coupled and secured to the post 12 by positioning the protruding edge 32 of the movable rod 30 into the longitudinal recess 22 of the fixed rod 18, and hooking the L-shaped teeth 34 onto the lateral edge of the fixed rod 18 at the lateral notches 28.

[0050] The support 16 is rotatably attached to the post 12 via the insertion of the pin 40 into the respective constraint hole 24. The projection 42 fits beyond the constraint hole 24 to prevent accidental disengagement.

[0051] During assembly, the projection 42 is passed through the entire constraint hole 24 and enters the shaped housing 26.

[0052] The support 16 is also movably connected to the regulation element 14, as each peg 46 is housed within a respective inclined slot hole 36.

[0053] The interaction between the regulation element 14 and the post 12 rotates the supports 16 and, consequently, the slats L, as illustrated in Figures 6 to 17.

[0054] In Figures 6, 10, 14, when the supports 16 and their slats L are in a horizontal position, the pegs 46 are centered within the slot holes 36.

[0055] By slightly moving the regulation element 14 upward, the pegs 46 shift toward the far end of the slot holes 36 (away from the post 12), causing the supports 16 and the slats L to rotate slightly clockwise, as shown in Figures 7, 11 , 15. Further upward movement of the regulation element 14 moves the pegs 46 back to the center of the slot holes 36, forcing another slight clockwise rotation of the supports 16 and slats L, bringing them into the position shown in Figures 8, 12, 16.

[0056] A final upward translation of the regulation element 14 moves the pegs 46 to the end of the slot holes 36 adjacent to the post 12, orienting each support 16 and slat L vertically, thus fully closing the previously open passage created by the horizontal position of the slats L.

[0057] Both the supports 16 and slats L include a front protrusion 48 and a rear protrusion 50, as shown in Figure 5.

[0058] The interaction between the front protrusion 48 of one support / slat and the rear protrusion 50 of the next lower support / slat ensures optimal closure when all slats are in the vertical position, eliminating gaps that would otherwise let light through.

[0059] The support system 10 for slats L described above allows slat orientation adjustment through a simple translational movement of the regulation element 14, operated via knob 31 .

[0060] Variations and different embodiments from what has been illustrated are possible and fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

CLAIMS1 . Support system (10) for adjustable slats (L), suitable for being mounted in a sunshading system to be fixed to a supporting structure, comprising:- a post (12) comprising a fixed rod (18) and configured to be mounted on the supporting structure;- a regulation element (14) comprising a movable rod (30);- at least one support (16) to which a lateral portion of a slat (L) can be fixed, rotatably connected to the post (12) and movably connected to the regulation element (14); characterized in that the at least one support (16) is connected to the regulation element (14) via a roto- translational movement, such that a translation of the regulation element (14) relative to the post (12) causes a rotation of the support (16), adjusting the tilt of the slat (L).

2. Support system (10) according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one support (16) comprises a peg (46) and the movable rod (30) of the regulation element (14) comprises at least one inclined slot hole (36), the peg (46) being configured to be housed within the at least one slot hole (36).

3. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one support (16) comprises a pin (40) with a projection (42), and the fixed rod (18) of the post (12) comprises at least one constraint hole (24) with a shaped housing (26), said projection (42) being shaped to match the shaped housing (26), the pin (40) being configured to be housed in the at least one constraint hole (24), and the projection (42) being configured to be positioned beyond the constraint hole (24) so as to prevent undesired extraction of the pin (40) from the same hole (24).

4. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the fixed rod (18) of the post (12) includes a longitudinal recess (22) along one of its longitudinal edges, and the movable rod (30) of the regulation element (14) has a protruding edge (32), defined along one vertical edge of the movable rod (30), so that the protruding edge (32) can be housed in the longitudinal recess (22).

5. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the fixed rod (18) of the post (12) includes at least one lateral notch (28), and the movable rod (30) of the regulation element (14) includes at least one L-shaped tooth (34), configured to hook onto a lateral edge of the fixed rod (18) at the lateral notch (28).

6. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the fixed rod (18) of the post (12) includes at least one fixing hole (20) for mounting the support system (10) to the supporting structure.

7. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the movable rod (30) includes a knob (31 ) to facilitate handling and movement of the regulation element (14).

8. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the support (16) comprises a box-shaped element (38) laterally open to receive a slat (L).

9. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one support (16) includes a front protrusion (48) and a rear protrusion (50), configured to partially overlap with protrusions of an adjacent support, ensuring an optimal closure when in the vertical position.

10. Support system (10) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the upward translational movement of the regulation element (14) forces the pegs (46) to move along the slot holes (36), causing rotation of the supports (16) and theirrespective slats (L) from a horizontal to a vertical position.

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