Storage rack and cabinet
By designing first and second locking components on the refrigerator bottle rack, the problem of the bottle rack sliding down was solved, resulting in a stable and easy-to-operate storage rack that enhances the user experience.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2021-09-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-24
AI Technical Summary
The existing refrigerator bottle racks lack a locking function, which may cause them to retract and slide down under the influence of heavy objects.
A storage rack was designed, comprising a first locking component and a second locking component. The first locking component is locked by the second locking component to prevent the items from sliding down due to their weight, thus adding a secondary locking function.
The stability of the shelving unit has been improved, the installation and disassembly process has been simplified, the user experience has been enhanced, slippage has been effectively prevented, and space utilization has been improved.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of storage equipment, and more particularly to a shelf and a storage cabinet. Background Technology
[0002] Refrigerators are essential household appliances, playing a crucial role in home life. Refrigerator doors typically have built-in bottle racks for storage. However, many adjustable bottle racks in current technology lack a locking mechanism, meaning that under heavy loads, the mounting ears may retract, causing the rack to slide down. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, the present invention proposes a storage rack, which, due to the addition of a second locking component, locks the first locking component in the extended state, preventing the first locking component from unlocking due to the weight of the items, thus preventing the base from sliding down.
[0004] A second aspect of the present invention also provides a storage cabinet.
[0005] A storage rack according to a first aspect of the present invention includes:
[0006] Base;
[0007] A first locking component is connected to the base, and the first locking component is adapted to switch between an extended state and a retracted state.
[0008] A second locking component is connected to the first locking component;
[0009] In the extended state, the second locking component locks the first locking component, and the base is adapted to be locked to the locker by the first locking component; in the retracted state, the second locking component releases the lock on the first locking component, and the first locking component releases the lock on the base.
[0010] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in its extended state, the storage rack has its base locked to the storage cabinet by a first locking component, and the first locking component locked by a second locking component, achieving a secondary locking function to prevent the storage rack from sliding down due to the weight of the items. The storage rack of this embodiment has the advantages of good stability, convenient installation and disassembly, and simple operation.
[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second locking component includes:
[0012] A locking handle is connected to the first locking component. A first positioning part is provided at the bottom of the base. In the extended state, the locking handle is adapted to connect with the first positioning part. In the retracted state, the locking handle is separated from the first positioning part.
[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second locking component further includes:
[0014] The first elastic element has a first side of the locking handle that is rotatably connected to the first locking assembly, and a second side of the locking handle that is provided with a snap-fit portion suitable for snapping into the first positioning portion. The first end of the first elastic element is connected to the first locking assembly, and the second end of the first elastic element is connected to the locking handle.
[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first positioning part is a protruding rib, and the locking part is a locking tongue;
[0016] Alternatively, the first positioning part can be a positioning groove, and the snap-fit part can be a positioning post.
[0017] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first locking component includes:
[0018] The base has a first guide component at its bottom, and the handle slides in cooperation with the first guide component.
[0019] A connector, the first end of which is connected to the handle;
[0020] The base has a receiving cavity, the hook is disposed in the receiving cavity and connected to the second end of the connector; in the extended state, the hook extends from the receiving cavity and is adapted to connect with the storage cabinet, and the handle is locked in a first position by the second locking component; in the retracted state, the hook is adapted to separate from the storage cabinet and retract into the receiving cavity, the handle separates from the second locking component, and the handle is in a second position.
[0021] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the handle has a cavity inside, the locking handle is disposed in the cavity, the first side of the locking handle is rotatably connected to the handle, and the handle has a first opening on the side facing the base for the latching portion to extend out.
[0022] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the handle has a second opening on the side away from the base, and the locking handle includes a first plate, a second plate, and a third plate connected in sequence. The first plate is rotatably connected to the handle by a pin, and the second opening forms a gap between the second plate and the first plate. The second plate is detachably connected to the second end of the first elastic member, and the first end of the first elastic member is detachably connected to the handle. The locking part is provided on the side of the third plate facing the base.
[0023] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a first guide component is provided at the bottom of the base, and the first guide component is connected to the handle by a sliding connection structure.
[0024] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first guide component includes a first guide groove disposed at the bottom of the base, the handle is disposed in the first guide groove, the sliding connection structure includes a sliding groove and a positioning protrusion, the positioning protrusion is engaged with the sliding groove and slides in cooperation with the sliding groove; the sliding groove is formed in one of the side of the handle and the groove wall of the first guide groove, and the positioning protrusion is formed in the other of the side of the handle and the groove wall of the first guide groove.
[0025] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first locking component further includes:
[0026] The second elastic element has a first end connected to the base and a second end connected to the handle.
[0027] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second end of the connector is detachably connected to the lug.
[0028] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second end of the connector is provided with a positioning groove, the edge of the positioning groove is provided with a limiting block, a positioning post is provided in the positioning groove, the hanging ear is provided with a positioning hole, the hanging ear is inserted into the positioning groove, and the positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole.
[0029] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: a frame, the frame being disposed on the upper part of the base and detachably connected to the base.
[0030] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the locker includes a cabinet body and a door connected to the cabinet body, and further includes a shelf as described in any of the above claims, wherein the shelf is disposed on the cabinet body and / or the door body.
[0031] The above-described one or more technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention have at least one of the following technical effects:
[0032] According to an embodiment of the present invention, by retracting the first locking component, the first locking component can be released from locking the base, allowing the position of the shelf to be adjusted as needed, thus enhancing the user experience. By extending the first locking component, the base can be locked to the storage cabinet by the first locking component, and then the first locking component can be locked by the second locking component, achieving a secondary locking function to prevent the shelf from sliding down due to the weight of the items. The shelf of the present invention has the advantages of good stability, simple structure, low production cost, convenient installation and disassembly, and easy operation.
[0033] Furthermore, by using the aforementioned shelves, users can adjust the installation position of the shelves as needed, effectively utilizing the internal space of the storage cabinet; the addition of a secondary locking function can effectively prevent the shelves from sliding down, enhancing the user experience and improving product competitiveness.
[0034] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or related technologies, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0036] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0037] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the shelf provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0038] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the buckle, connector, and hanging lug provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0039] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified schematic diagram of the partial structure at point A in the middle;
[0040] Figure 5 This is one of the cross-sectional structural schematic diagrams of the storage rack provided in the embodiments of the present invention;
[0041] Figure 6 This is a second schematic cross-sectional view of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0042] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the base and frame provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0043] Figure 8 This is an installation diagram of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0044] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first locking component in the extended state according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0045] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first locking component in the retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0046] Figure label:
[0047] 10. Base; 11. Receiving cavity; 12. First guide groove; 13. Second guide groove; 14. Limiting component; 15. Slot; 20. First locking assembly; 21. Handle; 22. Second elastic component; 23. Connecting component; 24. Hanging ear; 25. Limiting block; 26. Positioning post; 27. Spring positioning post; 28. Boss; 30. Frame; 31. Positioning component; 40. Door; 41. Bottle frame support; 50. Second locking assembly; 51. Locking handle; 52. First elastic component; 53. First positioning part; 54. Snap-fit part; 55. First opening; 56. Second opening; 57. First plate; 58. Second plate; 59. Third plate; 60. Inclined surface. Detailed Implementation
[0048] The embodiments of the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.
[0049] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0050] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of the present invention based on the specific circumstances.
[0051] In embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0052] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.
[0053] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated. Figure 2 An exploded structural diagram of the shelf provided in an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated; as follows: Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the storage rack includes a base 10, a first locking component 20, and a second locking component 50. The first locking component 20 is connected to the base 10 and is adapted to switch between an extended state and a retracted state. The second locking component 50 is connected to the first locking component 20. In the extended state, the second locking component 50 locks the first locking component 20, and the base 10 is adapted to be locked to the storage cabinet by the first locking component 20. In the retracted state, the second locking component 50 releases the lock on the first locking component 20, and the first locking component 20 releases the lock on the base 10.
[0054] According to an embodiment of the present invention, by retracting the first locking component 20, the first locking component 20 can be released from locking the base, allowing the position of the shelf to be adjusted as needed, thus enhancing the user experience. By extending the first locking component 20, the base can be locked to the storage cabinet via the first locking component 20, and the first locking component 50 can lock the first locking component 20, achieving a secondary locking function and preventing the shelf from sliding down due to the weight of the items. The shelf of the present invention has the advantages of good stability, simple structure, low production cost, convenient installation and disassembly, and easy operation.
[0055] In embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the second locking component 50 includes a locking handle 51, which is connected to the first locking component 20. A first positioning part 53 is provided at the bottom of the base 10. In the extended state, the locking handle 51 is adapted to connect with the first positioning part 53. Because the locking handle 51 is connected to the first positioning part 53, the first locking component 20 is locked by the second locking component 50, preventing the first locking component 20 from moving. Therefore, the shelf cannot move, effectively preventing the shelf from sliding down due to the weight of the items. In the retracted state, the locking handle 51 separates from the first positioning part 53. At this time, the second locking component 50 releases its lock on the first locking component 20. Furthermore, by releasing the first locking component 20 from locking the base 10, the installation position of the shelf can be adjusted as needed.
[0056] In an embodiment of the present invention, the second locking component 50 further includes a first elastic member 52. A first side of the locking handle 51 is rotatably connected to the first locking component 20. A second side of the locking handle 51 is provided with a locking portion 54 adapted to engage with the first positioning portion 53. A first end of the first elastic member 52 is connected to the first locking component 20, and a second end of the first elastic member 52 is connected to the locking handle 51. Compared to other connection methods, the engagement of the first positioning portion 53 and the locking portion 54 facilitates the separation of the locking portion 54 from the first positioning portion 53, making operation simpler.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first positioning part 53 is a protruding ridge, and the locking part 54 is a locking tongue. In the extended state, the locking tongue locks the protruding ridge. When it is necessary to separate the locking tongue from the protruding ridge, simply rotate the locking handle 51 away from the protruding ridge by a predetermined angle to achieve separation. Of course, the specific structure of the first positioning part 53 and the locking part 54 is not limited to this; the first positioning part 53 can also be a positioning groove, and the locking part 54 can also be a positioning post 26.
[0058] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 3A schematic diagram illustrating the connection relationship between the handle 21, the connector 23, and the lug 24 provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown, as follows: Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first locking assembly 20 includes a handle 21, a second elastic element 22, a connector 23, and a hook 24. The handle 21 is used by the user for gripping. A first guide component is provided at the bottom of the base 10, and the handle 21 slides in cooperation with the first guide component. The second elastic element 22 provides elastic force to the handle 21, allowing the handle 21 to automatically return from a second position to a first position. Here, the first position is the position of the second elastic element 22 when it is not subjected to external force, and the second position is the position when the handle 21 drives the hook 24 to retract into the receiving cavity 11. The first end of the second elastic element 22 is connected to the base 10, and the second end of the second elastic element 22 is connected to the handle 21.
[0059] The first end of the connector 23 is connected to the handle 21. There are two connectors 23, which are used to connect the handle 21 and the hanging ear 24. The connector 23 and the handle 21 are integrally formed, which simplifies the structure of the shelf, reduces the number of parts, and lowers production costs. Both the connector 23 and the handle 21 are made of soft materials such as PP or PE. The base 10 is provided with a receiving cavity 11, and there are also two receiving cavities 11. The two receiving cavities 11 are respectively provided at both ends of the bottom of the base 10, and the receiving cavity 11 is provided with a first opening suitable for the hanging ear 24 to pass through.
[0060] There are two hanging ears 24, each disposed within a corresponding receiving cavity 11. Each hanging ear 24 is connected to the second end of a corresponding connector 23. In the extended state, the hanging ear 24 extends from the receiving cavity 11 and is adapted to connect with the storage cabinet. At this time, the handle 21 is in the first position, and the base 10 is locked to the storage cabinet via the hanging ear 24. The second locking component 50 locks the first locking component 20. In the retracted state, the hanging ear 24 is adapted to separate from the storage cabinet and retracts into the receiving cavity 11. The second locking component 50 releases the lock on the first locking component 20. At this time, the handle 21 is in the second position, and the hanging ear 24 is released from locking the base 10.
[0061] When the height of the shelf needs to be adjusted, the second locking component 50 releases the lock on the first locking component 20. Then, by retracting the first locking component 20, it releases the lock on the base. Users can adjust the shelf position according to the height of the items to be placed, enhancing the user experience and improving refrigerator space utilization. After the shelf position is adjusted, extending the first locking component 20 locks it to the cabinet. The second locking component 50 then locks the first locking component 20, achieving a secondary locking function to prevent the shelf from sliding down due to the weight of the items. It should be noted that the connector 23 needs a certain degree of elasticity to allow for deformation during movement with the handle 21. Furthermore, the connector 23 needs a certain degree of rigidity to push the hanging ear 24 out of the receiving cavity 11 as the handle 21 returns from the second position to the first position. The connector 23 can be a connecting piece, a steel wire, or a steel sheet.
[0062] In embodiments of the present invention, the second elastic element 22 can be in at least the following forms, which are described below:
[0063] Format 1:
[0064] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the second elastic element 22 is a second compression spring. To facilitate the installation of the second compression spring, a boss 28 is provided at the bottom of the base 10, and the boss 28 has a spring insertion hole. A spring positioning post 27 corresponding to the spring insertion hole is provided on the upper part of the handle 21. One end of the second compression spring is inserted into the spring insertion hole, and the other end is sleeved on the spring positioning post 27. When the handle 21 is pulled by hand, the second compression spring is compressed, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to retract into the receiving cavity 11 through the connecting member 23. When the handle 21 is released, the second compression spring pushes the handle 21 to the first position, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to extend out of the receiving cavity 11 through the connecting member 23. The boss 28 has two functions: first, it can restrain the second elastic element 22; second, it can limit the position of the handle 21.
[0065] Form Two:
[0066] The second elastic element 22 is a tension spring. One end of the tension spring is inserted into or hooked onto the boss 28, and the other end is hooked onto the spring positioning post 27. When the handle 21 is pulled by hand, the tension spring is stretched, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to retract into the receiving cavity 11 through the connector 23. When the handle 21 is released, the tension spring drives the handle 21 to move to the first position, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to extend out of the receiving cavity 11 through the connector 23.
[0067] Form 3:
[0068] The second elastic element 22 is a V-shaped spring. The first end of the V-shaped spring is engaged with the boss 28, and the other end is engaged with the spring positioning post 27. The working method of the V-shaped spring is the same as that of the second compression spring.
[0069] In an embodiment of the present invention, a first guide component is provided at the bottom of the base 10, and the first guide component is connected to the handle 21 via a sliding connection structure. The sliding connection between the first guide component and the handle 21 allows the handle 21 to move along a predetermined trajectory and ensures smoother movement.
[0070] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first guide component includes a first guide groove 12 disposed at the bottom of the base 10. The first guide groove 12 is located between two receiving cavities 11. The width of the first guide groove 12 is adapted to the width of the handle 21. The boss 28 is located within the first guide groove 12. The handle 21 is disposed within the first guide groove 12 and can slide along the first guide groove 12.
[0071] A sliding connection structure includes a sliding groove and a positioning protrusion. The positioning protrusion engages with the sliding groove and slides in cooperation with it. Sliding connection structures can be at least the following types; the following describes several forms of sliding connection structures:
[0072] Formation Method 1:
[0073] The slide groove is formed on the groove wall of the first guide groove 12, and the positions of the slide grooves on the two groove walls correspond. The positioning protrusion is formed on the side of the handle 21, and the positions of the positioning protrusions on the two sides correspond. The positioning protrusion can be slidably inserted into the slide groove.
[0074] Formation Method Two:
[0075] The sliding groove is formed on the side of the handle 21, and the positions of the sliding grooves on the two sides correspond. The positioning protrusion is formed on the groove wall of the first guide groove 12, and the positions of the positioning protrusions on the two groove walls correspond. The positioning protrusion can be slidably inserted into the sliding groove.
[0076] In one embodiment of the present invention, the first guide component includes a first guide groove 12 disposed at the bottom of the base 10, and a positioning protrusion disposed on the upper surface of the handle 21. The upper surface of the handle 21 is fitted with the lower surface of the base 10, and the positioning protrusion is slidably engaged in the first guide groove 12. A boss 28 is disposed at the bottom of the base 10, and a spring insertion hole corresponding to the boss 28 is disposed at one end of the handle 21. One end of the second compression spring is inserted into the spring insertion hole, and the other end is sleeved on the spring positioning post 27.
[0077] In an embodiment of the present invention, a second guide component is provided at the bottom of the base 10, and the connector 23 is slidably disposed within the second guide component. The second guide component serves two purposes: first, to guide the connector 23; and second, to prevent the connector 23 from bending as it pushes the lug 24 out of the receiving cavity 11.
[0078] In one embodiment of the present invention, the second guide component includes two second guide grooves 13. The second guide grooves 13 are disposed at the bottom of the base 10. The second guide groove 13 is an arc-shaped groove. The connector 23 is inserted into the second guide groove 13 and slides in cooperation with the second guide groove 13.
[0079] In one embodiment of the present invention, the second guide component includes two guide tubes, which are disposed at the bottom of the base 10. Each guide tube is an arc-shaped tube, and the connector 23 is inserted into the guide tube and slides in cooperation with it.
[0080] In an embodiment of the present invention, a cavity is formed inside the handle 21, and a locking handle 51 is disposed within the cavity. The first side of the locking handle 51 is rotatably connected to the handle 21, and the side of the handle 21 facing the base 10 has a first opening 55 for the latching part 54 to extend out. In the extended state, the latching part 54 extends out from the first opening 55 and latches with the first positioning part 53. When the second side of the handle 21 rotates away from the base 10, the latching part 54 enters the cavity from the first opening 55, thereby separating from the first positioning part 53.
[0081] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 5 One of the cross-sectional structural schematic diagrams of the storage rack provided in the embodiment of the present invention is illustrated. Figure 6 A second cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown, as follows: Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the handle 21 has a second opening 56 on the side opposite to the base 10. The locking handle 51 includes a first plate 57, a second plate 58, and a third plate 59 connected in sequence. The first plate 57 and the third plate 59 are parallel, and the first plate 57 is rotatably connected to the handle 21 via a pin. The second opening 56 facilitates the movement of the handle 21 and also controls the locking handle 51, thereby controlling the second locking component 50 to lock and unlock the first locking component 20.
[0082] The second opening 56 corresponds to a gap between the edge of the first plate 57 and the first plate 57. There are two forms of the gap, which will be described below:
[0083] Formation Method 1:
[0084] The inner side of the edge of the second opening 56 corresponding to the first plate 57 is a slope 60. Because the inner side of this edge is a slope 60, in the extended state, the slope 60 cannot fit against the first plate 57, thus forming a gap between the slope 60 and the first plate 57, providing room for the rotation of the locking handle 51. At the same time, the slope 60 also limits the first plate 57, restricting the maximum angle of rotation of the locking handle 51.
[0085] Formation Method Two:
[0086] The first plate 57 and the edge are installed with a predetermined gap, which also provides room for the rotation of the locking handle 51.
[0087] The first elastic element 52 is a first compression spring, which provides elastic force for the locking handle 51 to reset. The second plate 58 is perpendicular to both the first plate 57 and the third plate 59. A spring positioning post 27 is provided on the side of the second plate 58 facing the first compression spring. A boss 28 is provided on the inner wall of the cavity, and the boss 28 has a spring insertion hole. The position of the spring insertion hole corresponds to the position of the spring positioning post 27. The first end of the second compression spring is sleeved on the spring positioning post 27, and the second end is inserted into the spring insertion hole. A latch is provided on the side of the third plate 59 facing the base 10, and the length of the latch is adapted to the length of the third plate 59.
[0088] In an embodiment of the present invention, the second end of the connector 23 is detachably connected to the ear 24. The connector 23 and the ear 24 are detachably connected, which facilitates the installation and removal of the ear 24.
[0089] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 4 Example Figure 3 A magnified view of the local structure at point A, as shown below. Figure 4 As shown, the second end of the connector 23 is provided with a positioning groove, the edge of which is provided with a limit block 25, and a positioning post 26 is provided inside the positioning groove. The lug 24 is provided with a positioning hole. The lug 24 is inserted into the positioning groove, and the positioning post 26 is inserted into the positioning hole. The limit block 25 is provided to prevent the lug 24 from separating from the positioning groove and to improve the reliability of the assembly of the connector 23 and the lug 24.
[0090] In one embodiment of the present invention, the second end of the connector 23 is provided with a latch, and the hanging ear 24 is provided with a buckle, the latch being engaged in the buckle. Of course, the detachable connection between the second end of the connector 23 and the hanging ear 24 is not limited to the two methods described above, and other detachable connection methods may also be used.
[0091] In an embodiment of the present invention, two limiting members 14 are spaced apart on the side wall of the base 10, and a first opening is located between the two limiting members 14. The distance between the two limiting members 14 is adapted to the width of the bottle frame support 41. When the hook 24 is engaged with the second positioning part of the bottle frame support 41, the two limiting members 14 are located on both sides of the bottle frame support 41. The limiting members 14 can limit the bottle frame support 41, preventing the base 10 from moving after being locked to the door 40, thus improving the stability of the base 10.
[0092] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 7 A schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the base 10 and frame 30 provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown below. Figure 7 As shown, the shelf also includes a frame 30, which is located on the upper part of the base 10 and is detachably connected to the base 10. Of course, to reduce the number of parts, the frame 30 and the base 10 can also be integrally formed.
[0093] In one embodiment of the present invention, slots 15 are provided at both ends of the base 10, and positioning members 31 are provided at both ends of the frame 30. The two positioning members 31 are respectively inserted into the corresponding slots 15. The base 10 and the frame 30 are connected by the engagement of the positioning members 31 with the slots 15, which facilitates the installation and disassembly of the frame 30 and further improves the user experience.
[0094] The following is combined Figures 1 to 6 A specific embodiment of the present invention is described below: Figures 1 to 6 The shelf includes a base 10, a first locking component 20, a second locking component 50, and a frame 30. The frame 30 is located on the upper part of the base 10. The base 10 has slots 15 at both ends, and the frame 30 has positioning members 31 at both ends. The two positioning members 31 are respectively engaged in the slots 15. Two limiting members 14 are spaced apart on the side wall of the base 10. A first opening is located between the two limiting members 14, and the distance between the two limiting members 14 is adapted to the width of the bottle frame support member 41.
[0095] The first locking component 20 is disposed at the bottom of the base 10. The first locking component 20 is adapted to switch between an extended state and a retracted state. The first locking component 20 includes a handle 21, a second elastic element 22, a connector 23, and a hanging ear 24. The handle 21 is used by the user for gripping.
[0096] A first guide component is provided at the bottom of the base 10, and the first guide component is connected to the handle 21 via a sliding connection structure. The first guide component includes a first guide groove 12 located at the bottom of the base 10, between two receiving cavities 11, and extending along the width direction of the base 10. The width of the first guide groove 12 is adapted to the width of the handle 21, and the handle 21 is disposed within the first guide groove 12. The sliding connection structure includes a sliding groove and a positioning protrusion. The sliding groove is formed on the groove wall of the first guide groove 12, and the positions of the sliding grooves on the two groove walls correspond. The positioning protrusion is formed on the side of the handle 21, and the positions of the positioning protrusions on the two sides correspond. The positioning protrusion can be slidably engaged in the sliding groove. The cooperation of the sliding groove and the positioning protrusion allows the handle 21 to slide more smoothly within the first guide groove 12.
[0097] The second elastic element 22 provides elastic force to the handle 21, allowing the handle 21 to automatically return from the second position to the first position. The second elastic element 22 is a second compression spring. To facilitate the installation of the second compression spring, a boss 28 is provided at the bottom of the base 10. The boss 28 is located in the first guide groove 12 and has a spring insertion hole. A spring positioning post 27 corresponding to the spring insertion hole is provided on the upper part of the handle 21. One end of the second compression spring is inserted into the spring insertion hole, and the other end is sleeved on the spring positioning post 27. When the handle 21 is pulled by hand, the second compression spring is compressed, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to retract into the receiving cavity 11 through the connecting member 23. When the handle 21 is released, the second compression spring pushes the handle 21 to the first position, and the handle 21 pushes the hanging ear 24 out of the receiving cavity 11 through the connecting member 23.
[0098] The receiving cavity 11 is located at the bottom of the base 10. There are two receiving cavities 11, which are respectively located at both ends of the bottom of the base 10. The receiving cavity 11 is provided with a first opening, which is suitable for the extension and retraction of the lug 24.
[0099] There are two hanging ears 24, each located within a corresponding receiving cavity 11. Each hanging ear 24 is connected to the second end of a corresponding connector 23. In the extended state, the hanging ear 24 extends from the receiving cavity 11 and is adapted to connect with the storage cabinet. At this time, the handle 21 is in the first position, and the base 10 is locked to the storage cabinet. In the retracted state, the hanging ear 24 is adapted to separate from the storage cabinet and retracts into the receiving cavity 11. At this time, the handle 21 is in the second position, and the hanging ear 24 is released from locking the base 10.
[0100] The first end of the connector 23 is connected to the handle 21. There are two connectors 23, which are used to connect the handle 21 and the lug 24. The connector 23 has a sheet-like structure and is integrally formed with the handle 21. Both the connector 23 and the handle 21 are made of PP material. The second end of the connector 23 is provided with a positioning groove. The edge of the positioning groove is provided with a limit block 25. A positioning post 26 is provided in the positioning groove. The lug 24 is provided with a positioning hole. The lug 24 is inserted into the positioning groove, and the positioning post 26 is inserted into the positioning hole.
[0101] The bottom of the base 10 is provided with a second guide component, which includes two second guide grooves 13. The second guide grooves 13 are located at the bottom of the base 10 and are arc-shaped grooves. The connector 23 is inserted into the second guide groove 13 and slides in cooperation with the second guide groove 13.
[0102] To facilitate the installation of the second locking component 50, the handle 21 has a cavity inside. The side of the handle 21 facing the base 10 has a first opening 55 for the latch to extend out, and the side of the handle 21 away from the base 10 has a second opening 56.
[0103] The second locking assembly 50 includes a locking handle 51 and a first elastic element 52. The locking handle 51 is disposed within the cavity and includes a first plate 57, a second plate 58, and a third plate 59 connected in sequence. The first plate 57 and the third plate 59 are parallel, and the first plate 57 is rotatably connected to the handle 21 via a pin. The second opening 56 has an inclined surface 60 on the inner side of the edge corresponding to the first plate 57, forming a gap between the inclined surface 60 and the first plate 57, thereby providing room for the rotation of the locking handle 51. At the same time, the inclined surface 60 also limits the movement of the first plate 57.
[0104] The first elastic element 52 is a first compression spring, which provides elastic force for the locking handle 51 to reset. The second plate 58 is perpendicular to the first plate 57 and the third plate 59 respectively. A spring positioning post 27 is provided on the side of the second plate 58 facing the first compression spring. A boss 28 is provided on the inner wall of the cavity, and the boss 28 is provided with a spring insertion hole. The position of the spring insertion hole corresponds to the position of the spring positioning post 27. The first end of the second compression spring is sleeved on the spring positioning post 27, and the second end is inserted into the spring insertion hole. A latch is provided on the side of the third plate 59 facing the base 10, and the length of the latch is adapted to the length of the third plate 59. A first positioning part 53 is provided at the bottom of the base 10. The first positioning part 53 is a protrusion.
[0105] A second aspect of the present invention provides a storage cabinet, the storage cabinet including a cabinet body and a door 40 connected to the cabinet body, and further including a shelf as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the shelf is disposed on the cabinet body and / or the door 40.
[0106] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 8 An example is provided: an installation diagram of the storage rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention, such as... Figure 8 As shown, a vertically extending bottle frame support 41 is provided on the side of the door 40 facing the cabinet. The bottle frame support 41 has multiple second positioning parts spaced apart along the vertical direction, which engage with the first locking component 20. By connecting the first locking component 20 to different second positioning parts, the user can adjust the installation position of the shelf as needed, effectively utilizing the internal space of the storage cabinet. The added secondary locking function effectively prevents the shelf from sliding down, enhancing the user experience and improving product competitiveness. Compared to existing shelves, the shelf structure of this invention is simpler, reduces the number of parts, lowers production costs, and facilitates the installation and disassembly of the shelf.
[0107] In an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first locking component 20 in the extended state according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first locking component 20 in the retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention, as shown below. Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the second positioning part can be a serrated step or a positioning hole. If the second positioning part is a serrated step, in the extended state, the hook 24 is engaged between two adjacent serrated steps. Alternatively, the second positioning part can also be a positioning hole, in the extended state, the hook 24 is engaged within the positioning hole.
[0108] Disassembly method: When disassembling the shelf, manually move the second plate 58 to move the third plate 59 away from the base 10. At this time, the first compression spring is compressed, thereby separating the latch from the ridge, and the second locking component 50 releases its lock on the first locking component 20. Then pull the handle 21, compressing the second compression spring. The handle 21, through the connector 23, drives the hanging ear 24 back into the receiving cavity 11. At this time, the hanging ear 24 separates from the serrated step, and the shelf can be removed.
[0109] Installation method: When installing the shelf, pull the handle 21 by hand. The second compression spring is compressed, and the handle 21 drives the hanging ear 24 to retract into the receiving cavity 11 through the connector 23. Then place the shelf in the position to be locked, release the handle 21, and the second compression spring pushes the handle 21 to the first position. The handle 21 pushes the hanging ear 24 out of the receiving cavity 11 through the connector 23 and locks it between two adjacent serrated steps. Then release the second plate 58, and the first compression spring pushes the second plate 58 to rotate around the pin. The third plate 59 moves towards the base 10, so that the latch engages with the convex rib, thereby locking the shelf in the predetermined position of the door 40.
[0110] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.
[0111] The above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Although the invention has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of the invention do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention and should be covered within the scope of the claims of the invention.
Claims
1. A storage rack, characterized in that, include: Base; A first locking component is connected to the base, and the first locking component is adapted to switch between an extended state and a retracted state. A second locking component is connected to the first locking component; In the extended state, the second locking component locks the first locking component, and the base is adapted to be locked to the locker by the first locking component; In the retracted state, the second locking component releases its lock on the first locking component, and the first locking component releases its lock on the base. The second locking component includes: A locking handle is connected to the first locking component. A first positioning part is provided at the bottom of the base. In the extended state, the locking handle is adapted to connect with the first positioning part. In the retracted state, the locking handle is separated from the first positioning part. The second locking component also includes: The first elastic element has a first side of the locking handle that is rotatably connected to the first locking assembly, and a second side of the locking handle that is provided with a snap-fit portion suitable for snapping into the first positioning portion. The first end of the first elastic element is connected to the first locking assembly, and the second end of the first elastic element is connected to the locking handle. The first locking component includes a handle, a connector, and a hook. A first end of the connector is connected to the handle, and the hook is connected to a second end of the connector. In the extended state, the handle is locked in a first position by the second locking component. In the retracted state, the handle is separated from the second locking component, and the handle is in a second position. The handle has a cavity inside, the locking handle is disposed in the cavity, the first side of the locking handle is rotatably connected to the handle, and the handle has a first opening on the side facing the base for the latching part to extend out. In the extended state, the engaging portion extends from the first opening and engages with the first positioning portion; when the second side of the handle rotates away from the base, the engaging portion enters the cavity from the first opening and separates from the first positioning portion.
2. The storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first positioning part is a protruding rib, and the locking part is a locking tongue; Alternatively, the first positioning part can be a positioning groove, and the snap-fit part can be a positioning post.
3. The storage rack according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the base is provided with a first guide component, and the handle is slidably engaged with the first guide component; The base is provided with a receiving cavity, and the hanging ear is disposed in the receiving cavity; in the extended state, the hanging ear extends out from the receiving cavity and is adapted to connect with the storage cabinet; in the retracted state, the hanging ear is adapted to separate from the storage cabinet and retract into the receiving cavity.
4. The storage rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The handle has a second opening on the side facing away from the base. The locking handle includes a first plate, a second plate, and a third plate connected in sequence. The first plate is rotatably connected to the handle via a pin. The second opening has a gap between the edge of the first plate and the first plate. The second plate is detachably connected to the second end of the first elastic member, and the first end of the first elastic member is detachably connected to the handle. The locking part is located on the side of the third plate facing the base.
5. The storage rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The base has a first guide component at its bottom, and the first guide component is connected to the handle via a sliding connection structure.
6. The storage rack according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first guide component includes a first guide groove disposed at the bottom of the base, the handle is disposed in the first guide groove, and the sliding connection structure includes a sliding groove and a positioning protrusion. The positioning protrusion is engaged with the sliding groove and slides in cooperation with the sliding groove. The sliding groove is formed in one of the side of the handle and the groove wall of the first guide groove, and the positioning protrusion is formed in the other of the side of the handle and the groove wall of the first guide groove.
7. The storage rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first locking component further includes: The second elastic element has a first end connected to the base and a second end connected to the handle.
8. The storage rack according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second end of the connector is detachably connected to the lug.
9. The storage rack according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second end of the connector is provided with a positioning groove, the edge of the positioning groove is provided with a limit block, a positioning post is provided in the positioning groove, the hanging ear is provided with a positioning hole, the hanging ear is inserted into the positioning groove, and the positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole.
10. The storage rack according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Also includes: A frame is disposed on the upper part of the base and is detachably connected to the base.
11. A storage cabinet, the storage cabinet comprising a cabinet body and a door connected to the cabinet body, characterized in that, It also includes the shelf as described in any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the shelf is disposed on the cabinet and / or the door.
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Refrigerated cabinet support frame for shelf sliding adjustment
WO2020143389A1