A golf cart stowaway rain cover

Abstract

The application discloses a golf cart folding rain cloth, which comprises a waterproof rain cloth, claws distributed at four corners of the waterproof rain cloth for fixing with a frame, a first shaped support assembly arranged on one side of the waterproof rain cloth, second shaped supports distributed on two wings of the waterproof rain cloth, and third shaped supports distributed in the middle of the waterproof rain cloth. First, the first shaped support assembly forms a local bulge in the area where the golf bag and personal items of a player are placed, so that the player can conveniently take the items without opening the waterproof rain cloth; second, the second shaped support assembly supports the waterproof rain cloth, and the supporting height can be adjusted according to the requirement of the player, so that the distance between the waterproof rain cloth and the frame is increased, and the player can conveniently move in the frame; and third, the third shaped support assembly forms a ridge-shaped roof in the middle of the waterproof rain cloth, so that rain flows along the two wings and is prevented from accumulating into a pool.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a folding rain cover for golf carts, belonging to the field of golf cart equipment. Background Technology

[0002] A convertible golf cart is a more personalized and versatile vehicle than a traditional golf cart. Its roof can be fully or partially open, making it a hybrid of a golf cart and a convertible. The convertible design allows golfers to fully enjoy the sunshine, scenery, and fresh air.

[0003] Open-top golf carts cater to diverse consumer needs, allowing golfers to enjoy the sport while appreciating natural scenery such as fishing ponds, the sea, or green fields. Furthermore, open-top golf carts offer a unique mode of transportation, usable in city streets and beaches, attracting a wider range of users.

[0004] Open-top golf carts can easily get golfers' bags or personal belongings wet when it suddenly rains.

[0005] Some existing technologies use electrically operated convertible roof structures for rain protection, which makes the vehicles expensive and only applicable to that specific vehicle. Most convertible golf carts, on the other hand, are usually covered with ordinary waterproof tarpaulins. Existing tarpaulins require golfers to lift them to retrieve items, which is inconvenient, and dripping water can easily wet the interior. Furthermore, the tarpaulin basically covers the vehicle body, making it difficult for golfers to move around inside. As rainwater accumulates, small pools of water can form on the roof, causing the tarpaulin to collapse when it is retracted. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this invention is to provide a golf cart folding tarpaulin to solve the problem.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solution: a golf cart folding rain cover, the structure of which includes a waterproof rain cover, hooks distributed at the four corners of the waterproof rain cover for fixing to the frame, a first forming bracket assembly placed on one side of the waterproof rain cover, a second forming bracket distributed on both wings of the waterproof rain cover, and a third forming bracket distributed in the middle of the waterproof rain cover.

[0008] The waterproof tarpaulin has a longitudinally distributed first interlayer for placing the first molding support assembly; the first molding support assembly forms one side of the waterproof tarpaulin into an arc shape.

[0009] The waterproof tarpaulin contains several longitudinally distributed second interlayers for placing second forming support assemblies; the second forming support assemblies include multiple telescopic tubes, the first ends of which are hinged to the second interlayers.

[0010] The waterproof tarpaulin has a horizontally distributed main interlayer for placing the third forming support assembly, and several vertically distributed support layers are connected to the main interlayer; the third forming support assembly includes a support rod located in the support layer and an adjustment component located in the main interlayer; the adjustment component is connected to the support rod so that the support rod tilts the two wings of the waterproof tarpaulin.

[0011] Preferably, the first molded support assembly includes an elastic sheet mounted on the first interlayer and a pull wire connecting one end of the elastic sheet and passing through the other end.

[0012] Preferably, the pull wire passes through an adjusting buckle, which is used to adjust the length of the pull wire at the elastic plate.

[0013] Preferably, the second interlayer where the second molded bracket assembly is located is provided with a zipper, which is used to open the second interlayer to remove the multiple telescopic tubes.

[0014] Preferably, the multi-section telescopic tube includes several telescopic tubes, and the surfaces of the corresponding sub-tubes on adjacent telescopic tubes have grooves. The groove includes a longitudinally distributed guide groove, a fixing groove located on one side of the end of the guide groove, a return groove located below the fixing groove, and a protrusion located on the main tube. The guide groove, the fixing groove, and the return groove are all connected. The protrusion is inserted into the groove.

[0015] Preferably, the adjustment assembly includes an adjustment member and a second pull wire; the support rod is hinged to the support layer, and its end near the main interlayer is fixed to the second pull wire; the second pull wire passes through the adjustment member and extends out along the main interlayer.

[0016] Preferably, the adjusting component includes a cable sleeve fixed to the main interlayer and a guide wheel fixed to the cable sleeve; the second pull cable passes through the cable sleeve and extends to the main interlayer via the guide wheel.

[0017] Preferably, the second pull line has an adjusting buckle for adjusting the length of the second pull line in the main interlayer.

[0018] Preferably, the hook is connected to the waterproof tarpaulin via a spring. Beneficial effects

[0019] The invention has three main features: First, a first molded support assembly creates a raised area around the golfer's bag and personal belongings, making it easier for the golfer to access their items without having to lift the tarpaulin. Second, a second molded support assembly lifts the tarpaulin, with the height adjustable to accommodate different needs, increasing the distance between the tarpaulin and the vehicle body for easier movement inside the vehicle. Third, a third molded support assembly forms a centrally raised ridge around the tarpaulin, allowing rainwater to flow along the sides and preventing water accumulation. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Other features, objects, and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the distribution structure of the first interlayer, second interlayer, and main interlayer of a golf cart folding tarpaulin according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the distribution structure of the molding support assembly for folding tarpaulin on a golf cart according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the elastic sheet structure of a golf cart folding tarpaulin according to the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the working structure of a multi-section telescopic tube for folding up a golf cart tarpaulin according to the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-section telescopic tube for folding up a golf cart tarpaulin according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the third molding bracket assembly for folding up a golf cart tarpaulin according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an adjustment component for folding up a golf cart rain cover according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this invention easier to understand, the invention will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0029] Please see Figure 1The present invention provides a technical solution for folding a golf cart rain cover: its structure includes a waterproof rain cover 1, the waterproof rain cover 1 having a first longitudinal interlayer on the left side of the waterproof rain cover 1 for placing a first forming support assembly 3, a second interlayer with zippers 41 on both wings of the waterproof rain cover 1 for placing a second forming support assembly 4, a main interlayer in the middle of the waterproof rain cover 1 and transversely, and a support layer 51 connected to the wings of the main interlayer for placing a third forming support assembly 5.

[0030] Its waterproof tarpaulin 1 also has hooks 2 at its four corners connected by springs for fixing to the frame;

[0031] refer to Figure 2-3 The first molded bracket assembly 3 includes an elastic sheet 31 installed in the first interlayer, and a pull wire 32 connected to one end of the elastic sheet 31 and passing through the other end. The pull wire 32 passes through an adjusting buckle, which is used to adjust the length of the pull wire 32 at the elastic sheet 31. The elastic sheet 31 can be made of stainless steel. By pulling the pull wire 32 outward, the length of the pull wire 32 at the elastic sheet 31 is reduced, and the elastic sheet 31 will retract, thereby making the left side of the waterproof tarpaulin 1 bulge in an arc shape. In this way, while the waterproof tarpaulin 1 provides rain protection, the tarpaulin at the rear of the vehicle is in a normally open, lift-up state, making it convenient for golfers to retrieve golf bags or other personal items placed at the rear of the vehicle.

[0032] refer to Figure 2 , 4 5. The second forming support assembly 4 includes multiple telescopic tubes 42, each comprising several telescopic tubes; the first telescopic tube of each multi-section telescopic tube 42 is hinged to the inner part of the second interlayer; the surface of the corresponding sub-tube on the adjacent telescopic tube has a groove, which includes a longitudinally distributed guide groove 422, a fixing groove 423 located on one side of the end of the guide groove 422, a return groove 424 located below the fixing groove 423, and a protrusion 421 located on the main rod; the guide groove 422 is connected to the fixing groove 423 and the return groove 424. The protrusion 421 is inserted into the groove; when extension is needed, the main tube can be slid along the guide groove 422, and when it slides to the bottom, the protrusion 421 is sent into the fixing groove 423, and the protrusion 421 presses against the fixing groove 423, thereby fixing the adjacent male and female telescopic tubes; when resetting, the protrusion 421 is sent downward into the return groove 424 and then moved to the left and sent into the guide groove 422, thereby realizing the extension and retraction of the multi-section telescopic tube 42; after the waterproof rain cloth 1 is unfolded, the multi-section telescopic tube 42 is used to press against the vehicle body to support the waterproof rain cloth 1;

[0033] refer to Figure 2 , 67. The third forming support assembly 5 includes a support rod 52 located in the support layer 51 and an adjustment assembly 53 located in the main interlayer; the support rod 52 is hinged to the support layer 51; the adjustment assembly 53 includes a cable-gathering sleeve 532 fixed to the main interlayer and a guide wheel 531 fixed to the cable-gathering sleeve 532; the second pull cable 54 passes through the cable-gathering sleeve 532 and extends to the main interlayer via the guide wheel 531, and the second pull cable 54 has an adjustment buckle for adjusting the length of the second pull cable 54 in the main interlayer; when the second pull cable 54 is pulled outward, the second pull cable 54 will pull the support rod 52 by the change of direction of the guide wheel 531, so that the two wings of the waterproof rain cloth 1 are tilted; thus, the middle part will be raised, so that rainwater flows along both sides to avoid the generation of water accumulation.

[0034] The adjusting buckle mentioned in this patent is a conventional line segment adjustment device, which is found in clothing and daily necessities and can be purchased directly from the market. It is preferably made of nylon material to reduce weight; the multi-section telescopic tube and support tube can be made of PVC material, which has the effects of corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance and light weight.

[0035] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the scope of the invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0036] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A golf cart stowaway rain cover, characterized by: The structure comprises a waterproof rain cloth, claws distributed at four corners of the waterproof rain cloth for fixing with a vehicle frame, a first shaped support assembly placed at one side of the waterproof rain cloth, second shaped supports distributed at two wings of the waterproof rain cloth, and third shaped supports distributed at a middle part of the waterproof rain cloth. The waterproof rain cloth is internally provided with a first interlayer for longitudinally distributing the first shaped support assembly; and the first shaped support assembly forms an arc shape at one side of the waterproof rain cloth. The waterproof rain cloth is internally provided with a plurality of second interlayers for longitudinally distributing the second shaped support assembly. The second shaped support assembly comprises a plurality of telescopic pipes, and a first end of the plurality of telescopic pipes is hingedly connected to the second interlayer. The waterproof rain cloth is internally provided with a main interlayer for transversely distributing the third shaped support assembly, and the main interlayer is provided with a plurality of longitudinally distributed sub-interlayers; the third shaped support assembly comprises a support rod located in the sub-interlayer and an adjusting assembly located in the main interlayer; the adjusting assembly is connected to the support rod so that the support rod inclines the two wings of the waterproof rain cloth. The adjusting assembly comprises an adjusting member and a second pull wire; the support rod is hingedly connected to the sub-interlayer, and an end of the support rod close to the main interlayer is fixed to the second pull wire; the second pull wire passes through the adjusting member and extends out along the main interlayer.

2. A golf cart stowaway rain cover in accordance with claim 1, wherein: The first shaped support assembly comprises an elastic sheet mounted on the first interlayer and a pull wire connected to one end of the elastic sheet and passing through the other end of the elastic sheet.

3. A golf cart stowaway rain cover as defined in claim 2, wherein: The pull wire passes through an adjusting buckle for adjusting the length of the pull wire at the elastic sheet.

4. The golf cart stowaway rain cover of claim 1, wherein: The second interlayer of the second shaped support assembly is provided with a zipper for opening the second interlayer so as to take out the plurality of telescopic pipes.

5. The golf cart stowaway rain cover of claim 1, wherein: The plurality of telescopic pipes comprises a plurality of telescopic pipes, and corresponding sub-pipe surfaces of adjacent telescopic pipes are provided with a sliding groove, which comprises a longitudinally distributed flow guide groove, a fixed groove located at one side of the end of the flow guide groove, a flow return groove located below the fixed groove, and a protrusion located on a female rod; the flow guide groove, the fixed groove and the flow return groove are in communication; and the protrusion is inserted into the sliding groove.

6. The golf cart stowaway rain cover of claim 1, wherein: The adjusting member comprises a wire collecting sleeve fixed to the main interlayer and a guide wheel fixed to the wire collecting sleeve; the second pull wire passes through the wire collecting sleeve and extends to the main interlayer through the guide wheel.

7. The golf cart stowaway rain cover of claim 1, wherein: The second pull wire is provided with an adjusting buckle for adjusting the length of the second pull wire on the main interlayer.

8. The golf cart stowaway rain cover of claim 1, wherein: The claws are connected to the waterproof rain cloth through springs.

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