Carriers and child rearing devices

Abstract

A canopy (30) for a child care appliance (10). The canopy has a base member (35) connected to a body (12) of the child care appliance, a canopy frame (40) connected to the base member in a swingable manner, a canopy cloth (50) mounted to the canopy frame, and a connector (70) connecting the canopy cloth to the base member.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to tents and childcare equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Traditionally, canopies have been incorporated into childcare equipment such as strollers and car seats. These canopies typically consist of a base, multiple canopy frames attached to the base, and a canopy fabric attached to the frames. The canopy frames are roughly U-shaped, with their two ends attached to the base on their respective sides. The canopy frames with the canopy fabric attached can swing relative to the base. By swinging the canopy frames, the canopy can be unfolded (opened) and folded (closed).

[0003] However, when the tent frame is swung relative to its base, the tent fabric sometimes moves relative to the frame and arches. For example, as shown in Figures 11 and 14 of JP2010-013008A, the base of the tent frame may sometimes be exposed due to the movement of the tent fabric relative to the frame. If the base of the tent frame is exposed, the aesthetics of the tent and childcare equipment may be compromised. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention was made in consideration of the above problems, and its purpose is to suppress the movement of the tarpaulin relative to the tarpaulin frame.

[0005] The first tent of the present invention is a tent for a childcare appliance, the first tent comprising: a base component connected to the main body of the childcare appliance; a tent frame connected to the base component in a swingable manner; a tent fabric installed on the tent frame; and a connector connecting the tent fabric to the base component.

[0006] The second tent of the present invention is a tent for a childcare appliance, the second tent comprising: a base member connected to a main body of the childcare appliance; a tent frame connected to the base member in a swingable manner; and a tent fabric mounted on the tent frame, the tent fabric having a tent fabric body mounted on the tent frame and an extension fabric portion extending from the inner surface of the tent fabric body, the swing center of the tent frame relative to the base member being located between the tent fabric body and the extension fabric portion in the width direction.

[0007] According to the present invention, movement of the tarpaulin relative to the tarpaulin frame can be suppressed. Attached Figure Description

[0008] Figure 1 This is a diagram used to illustrate one embodiment, and is a perspective view showing an example of a childcare appliance and a canopy.

[0009] Figure 2 It is Figure 1 A three-dimensional view showing an enlarged portion of the main body and canopy of the childcare equipment.

[0010] Figure 3 It is Figure 1 The side view of the canopy in its unfolded state.

[0011] Figure 4 It is Figure 1 The canopy is shown in a folded-down state in a side view.

[0012] Figure 5 It is shown from the inside in the width direction. Figure 3 A partial side view of the canopy.

[0013] Figure 6 It is shown from the inside in the width direction. Figure 4 A partial side view of the canopy.

[0014] Figure 7 Is with Figure 5 The corresponding partial side view shows the front end of the extended fabric section removed from the main body of the tarpaulin.

[0015] Symbol Explanation

[0016] 10: Baby care equipment, 12: Baby care equipment body, 20: Stroller, 22: Stroller body, 30: Canopy, 35: Base component, 36: Connecting part, 37: Support part, 38: Holding part, 38a: Holding hole, 40: Canopy frame, 40A: First canopy frame, 40B: Second canopy frame, 41: Base end, 45: Auxiliary core material, 50: Canopy fabric, 52: Canopy fabric body, 53: Through hole, 53A: First through hole, 53B: Second through hole, 54: Opening, 56: Outer fabric, 57: Inner fabric, 60: Extension fabric, 61: First end, 62: Second end, 66: Fixing member, 70: Connecting member, 71: Base end part, 72: Front end part, 75: Strap component, 76: One end part, 77: The other end part, SC: Swing center, SA: Swing axis, D1: Front-back direction, D2: Width direction, D3: Up-down direction Detailed Implementation

[0017] The childcare appliance 10 of the present invention includes a main body 12 and a canopy 30 mounted on the main body 12. The childcare appliance 10 is an appliance such as a stroller, child seat, or baby stand, typically used to care for a child (infant, toddler, child, etc.) during childcare. The main body 12 is the main part of the stroller, child seat, or baby stand, typically having space for the child to sit in, i.e., activity space. The canopy 30 provides shelter from sunlight, wind, and rain, offering a comfortable environment for the child on the main body 12. In particular, as described later, the canopy 30 of the present invention is configured to be openable and closable and is designed for aesthetic appeal.

[0018] The following is for reference Figures 1 to 7 An embodiment of the present invention and its variations will be described. In the following description, an example of a baby care appliance 10 configured as a stroller is shown. However, this embodiment is not limited to the example of a stroller, and the baby care appliance 10 can be applied to other baby care appliances 10.

[0019] exist Figure 1 The diagram shows the overall structure of the stroller 20 that constitutes the childcare appliance 10. The stroller 20 includes a stroller body 22 that forms the main body 12 of the childcare appliance, a cushioning fabric 28 that can be attached to and detached from the stroller body 22, and a canopy 30. The stroller body 22 has a main frame 24 and... Figure 2 The seat support unit 26 shown has a pair of front legs and a pair of rear legs on the main frame 24. The seat support unit 26 is supported by the main frame 24 while holding the cushioning fabric 28. Figure 2 As shown, the canopy 30 is detachably mounted to the seat support unit 26. The canopy 30 can cover the cushioning fabric 28 supported by the seat support unit 26 from above.

[0020] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the terms "front," "back," "up," and "down" used in this instruction manual refer to "front," "back," "up," and "down" based on the child who is the object of care in the childcare appliance 10. Therefore, "front-back direction" is equivalent to connecting... Figure 1 The direction of the paper is the bottom left and top right. Also, unless otherwise specified, "front" refers to the side the child is facing. Figure 1 The lower left side of the paper is the front side in the front-back direction. On the other hand, the "vertical direction" refers to the direction that is orthogonal to the front-back direction and to the arrangement surface of the childcare appliance 10. Therefore, when the arrangement surface of the childcare appliance 10 is a horizontal plane, the "vertical direction" refers to the vertical direction. In addition, the "width direction" and "lateral direction" are directions that are orthogonal to both the "front-back direction" and the "vertical direction".

[0021] Next, the canopy 30 will be explained. For example... Figure 3 As shown, the canopy 30 includes: a base member 35, which forms a connection point to the main body 12 of the childcare appliance; a canopy frame 40, which is connected to the base member 35 in a swingable manner; and a canopy 50, which is mounted on the canopy frame 40. In the illustrated example, the canopy 30 has a first canopy frame 40A and a second canopy frame 40B as the canopy frame 40. The first canopy frame 40A and the second canopy frame 40B are respectively connected to the base member 35 in a swingable manner.

[0022] The canopy 30 is symmetrically constructed with a plane passing through its center in the width direction and orthogonal to the width direction as its center. Therefore, the canopy 30 has a pair of base members 35 separated in the width direction. The canopy frame 40 is connected to the base members 35 at both ends. The first canopy frame 40A and the second canopy frame 40B extend between the pair of base members 35, respectively.

[0023] exist Figures 2-7 The image shows the left-hand portion of the canopy 30 located in the width direction D2. Figures 2-7 In order to clarify the directional relationships between the attached figures, arrows with common reference numerals are used to indicate the front-back direction (D1), the width direction (D2), and the vertical direction (D3). Regarding the front-back direction (D1), the arrow points forward. Regarding the width direction (D2), the arrow points outward, that is, to the side separating from the center in the width direction. Regarding the vertical direction (D3), the arrow points upward. For example... Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a dotted circle is used to represent an arrow pointing forward from the paper in a direction perpendicular to the paper in the attached drawing. For example, as... Figures 5-7 As shown, an arrow pointing inwards toward the paper in a direction perpendicular to the paper surface is represented by an "×" symbol placed inside the circle.

[0024] Figure 3 and Figure 5 The canopy 30 is shown in its open (expanded) state. Figure 4 and Figure 6 The canopy 30 is shown in its closed (folded) state. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The left side of the canopy 30 is shown from the outside in the width direction. Figure 5 and Figure 6 The left side of the canopy is shown from the inside in the width direction. With the canopy 30 open, the first canopy frame 40A is positioned in front of the second canopy frame 40B. With the canopy 30 closed, the first canopy frame 40A is positioned above the second canopy frame 40B.

[0025] The base component 35 is connected to the stroller body 22. In the illustrated example, the base component 35 is detachable from the stroller body 22. The illustrated base component 35 has a connecting portion 36 and a support portion 37. The connecting portion 36 is the part connected to the childcare appliance body 12. In the illustrated example, the connecting portion 36 is connected to the seat support unit 26. The base component 35 is connected to the stroller body 22 via the connecting portion 36. The support portion 37 is rotatably connected to the canopy frame 40. Figure 2 As shown, the support portion 37 is formed in the shape of a circular plate. The support portion 37 extends from the connecting portion 36 to the rear side in the front-rear direction and to the upper side in the vertical direction. The base component 35 can be made of resin molding material, for example.

[0026] The canopy frame 40 has a pair of base ends 41 connected to the base member 35, and a frame portion 42 extending between the pair of base ends 41. The base ends 41 serve as the connection points with the base member 35. The base ends 41, like the support portion 37, are formed in a circular plate shape. The canopy frame 40 is integrally formed in a generally U-shape. The base ends 41 and the frame portion 42 can be integrally formed or separately formed. The base ends 41 and the frame portion 42 can also be made of resin molding material. The frame portion 42 can also be made of metal plate.

[0027] like Figure 2 As shown, on the left side of the width direction D2, the support portion 37 of the base member 35, the base end portion 41 of the second tent frame 40B, and the base end portion 41 of the first tent frame 40A overlap sequentially from the inside to the outside of the width direction D2. On the right side of the width direction D2 (not shown), the support portion 37 of the base member 35, the base end portion 41 of the second tent frame 40B, and the base end portion 41 of the first tent frame 40A also overlap sequentially from the inside to the outside of the width direction D2.

[0028] like Figure 2 and Figure 7 As shown, the canopy 30 also has a shaft member 33. The shaft member 33 passes sequentially through the support portion 37 of the base member 35, the base end portion 41 of the second canopy frame 40B, and the base end portion 41 of the first canopy frame 40A. The base member 35, the first canopy frame 40A, and the second canopy frame 40B are connected in a swingable manner via the shaft member 33. That is, the first canopy frame 40A and the second canopy frame 40B can swing relative to the base member 35 with the swing axis SA, which is divided by the axis of the shaft member 33, as the swing center SC. In the illustrated example, the swing axis SA is parallel to the width direction D2.

[0029] like Figure 3 As shown by the dashed line, the awning 30 also has an auxiliary core material 45. The auxiliary core material 45 prevents the awning 50 from being flattened when the awning 30 is open. The auxiliary core material 45 can be sewn to the awning 50 or embedded within the awning 50. For example, the auxiliary core material 45 can be configured to have lower rigidity than the first awning frame 40A and the second awning frame 40B, and be more easily deformed. Figure 1 As shown by the dashed line, the auxiliary core material 45, like the canopy frame 40, is maintained in a generally U-shape and extends between a pair of base members 35. The difference between the auxiliary core material 45 and the first canopy frame 40A and the second canopy frame 40B is that it is not connected to the base members 35.

[0030] exist Figure 3In the example shown, the first auxiliary core material 45A to the fifth auxiliary core material 45E are arranged in order from front to back. The first auxiliary core material 45A is located in front of the first tent frame 40A. The second auxiliary core material 45B and the third auxiliary core material 45C are located between the first tent frame 40A and the second tent frame 40B. The fourth auxiliary core material 45D and the fifth auxiliary core material 45E are located behind the second tent frame 40B.

[0031] like Figures 3-6 As shown, the tarpaulin 50 has a tarpaulin body 52 mounted on the tarpaulin frame 40. (As indicated...) Figures 5-7 As shown, the tarpaulin 50 also has an extension fabric portion 60 connected to the tarpaulin body 52. Figure 7 In the middle, the other end 62 of one side of the extended fabric 60 is folded back in a state not connected to the main body of the tarpaulin 52, and is in a state of being with Figure 5 The extended fabric section 60 is shown in a different state than usual. This extended fabric section 60 will be described later.

[0032] The tarpaulin body 52 can be formed using a soft material, such as cloth, capable of blocking sunlight and wind. Various known materials can be used for the tarpaulin body 52. ​​For example, from the viewpoint of allowing light to pass through, ventilation, and transparency, a portion of the tarpaulin body 52 can also be formed from a mesh material. The size of the tarpaulin body 52 is appropriately set according to the range of motion of the first tarpaulin frame 40A and the second tarpaulin frame 40B. Preferably, in... Figure 3 The size of the tarpaulin body 52 is set in such a way that the tarpaulin body 52 is in a taut state when the tarpaulin 30 is fully open.

[0033] like Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the illustrated tarpaulin body 52 includes a first main fabric portion 52A to a seventh main fabric portion 52G. The first main fabric portion 52A is located between the first auxiliary core material 45A and the first tarpaulin frame 40A. The second main fabric portion 52B is located between the first tarpaulin frame 40A and the second auxiliary core material 45B. The third main fabric portion 52C is located between the second auxiliary core material 45B and the third auxiliary core material 45C. The fourth main fabric portion 52D is located between the third auxiliary core material 45C and the second tarpaulin frame 40B. The fifth main fabric portion 52E is located between the second tarpaulin frame 40B and the fourth auxiliary core material 45D. The sixth main fabric portion 52F is located between the fourth auxiliary core material 45D and the fifth auxiliary core material 45E. The seventh main fabric portion 52G is located below the fifth auxiliary core material 45E.

[0034] The first main body fabric portion 52A to the seventh main body fabric portion 52G can be composed of different components (e.g., fabric), and can be connected to each other by sewing, for example. Some or all of the first main body fabric portion 52A to the seventh main body fabric portion 52G can also be integrally composed of the same component (e.g., fabric).

[0035] like Figure 7 As shown, the tarpaulin body 52 is provided with a through hole 53 for the tarpaulin frame 40 to pass through. In the illustrated example, a first through hole 53A is formed in the second main body fabric portion 52B, and a second through hole 53B is formed in the fourth main body fabric portion 52D. The tarpaulin frame 40 passes through the through hole 53 of the tarpaulin body 52, thereby installing the tarpaulin 50 onto the tarpaulin frame 40. The through hole 53 has openings 54 at both ends for the tarpaulin frame 40 to extend out (see reference). Figure 5 and Figure 7 ).

[0036] The opening 54 is located on the inner surface of the tarpaulin body 52. ​​Therefore, the base end 41 of the tarpaulin frame 40 is exposed on the inner side of the tarpaulin body 52. Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, the outer side of the tarpaulin body 52 in the width direction D2 is opposite to the swing center SC of the tarpaulin frame 40 relative to the base member 35. The outer side of the tarpaulin body 52 in the width direction D2 covers the swing center SC of the tarpaulin frame 40 relative to the base member 35, and further covers the base end 41 of the tarpaulin frame 40 and the part where the tarpaulin frame 40 is connected to the base member 35.

[0037] like Figure 7 As shown, the illustrated tarpaulin body 52 has an outer fabric 56 and an inner fabric 57. The outer fabric 56 forms the outer surface of the tarpaulin body 52. ​​The inner fabric 57 overlaps the outer fabric 56 from the inside. The inner fabric 57 is attached to the outer fabric 56 by sewing or the like. The inner fabric 57 forms the inner surface of the tarpaulin body 52. ​​Furthermore, a through hole 53 is formed between the outer fabric 56 and the inner fabric 57. Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the through hole 53 is defined by the seam 58 formed by sewing the outer fabric 56 and the inner fabric 57 together. The size of the through hole 53 is adjusted by the seam 58, and the relative movement of the tent frame 40 with respect to the tent fabric 50 in directions other than the length direction of the tent frame 40 is restricted.

[0038] like Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the first auxiliary core material 45A to the fifth auxiliary core material 45E are held in the tarpaulin body 52. ​​As described above, the auxiliary core material 45 can be sewn to the tarpaulin 50 or built into the tarpaulin 50. As shown in the example, the auxiliary core material 45 can be disposed in the receiving space formed at the connection portion of two adjacent main body fabric parts. The auxiliary core material 45 can be held between the outer fabric 56 and the inner fabric 57.

[0039] The extension fabric portion 60 is connected to the inner surface of the tarpaulin body 52. ​​A pair of extension fabric portions 60 are provided on the tarpaulin body 52. ​​The pair of extension fabric portions 60 are respectively provided corresponding to different base components 35.

[0040] like Figure 5 As shown, the extended fabric portion 60 is positioned from the inside in the width direction D2 opposite to the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35. The extended fabric portion 60 covers the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35 from the inside in the width direction D2, and further covers the base end portion 41 of the tent frame 40 and the portion where the tent frame 40 connects to the base member 35. That is, the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35, the base end portion 41 of the tent frame 40, and the portion where the tent frame 40 connects to the base member 35 are located between the tent body 52 and the extended fabric portion 60 in the width direction D2. Figure 6 As shown, even when the tent 30 is closed (folded), the extended fabric portion 60 is positioned from the inside in the width direction D2 opposite to the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35, and further opposite to the base end portion 41 of the tent frame 40 and the portion where the tent frame 40 is connected to the base member 35.

[0041] In addition, from Figure 5 and Figure 7 As can be seen from the comparison, the extended fabric portion 60 is configured to cover the opening 54 of the through hole 53. In the illustrated example, the extended fabric portion 60 is configured to cover the opening 54 of the first through hole 53A and the opening 54 of the second through hole 53B. Figure 6 As shown, even when the canopy 30 is closed (folded), the extended fabric portion 60 is opposite to the opening 54 of the first through hole 53A and the opening 54 of the second through hole 53B from the inside in the width direction D2, and covers the opening 54.

[0042] like Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the extension fabric portion 60 has a first end 61 that connects to the tarpaulin body 52. ​​The extension fabric portion 60 extends from the tarpaulin body 52 and has an elongated shape. The illustrated extension fabric portion 60 has a curved shape. The extension fabric portion 60 has a second end 62 as an end portion separated from the tarpaulin body 52. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the second end 62 is connected to the tarpaulin body 52, for example, by sewing. The extension 60 is located between the first end 61 and the second end 62, and is positioned from the inside in the width direction D2 opposite to the swing center SC, the base end 41 of the tarpaulin frame 40, the portion of the tarpaulin frame 40 connected to the base member 35, and the opening 54 through the hole 53.

[0043] like Figures 5-7 As shown, the extended fabric portion 60 extends from the tarpaulin body 52 toward the second tarpaulin frame 40B in the direction of the opening 54 through the hole 53. The first end portion 61 is connected to the portion of the second through hole 53B that forms the opening 54. Figure 5As shown, the second end 62 is connected to the boundary of the first main body fabric portion 52A and the second main body fabric portion 52B and is adjacent to the opening 54 of the first through hole 53A.

[0044] The extension fabric portion 60 can be formed using a soft material, such as cloth. The tarpaulin body 52 can be made using various known materials. The illustrated extension fabric portion 60 is formed using the same cloth used for the tarpaulin body 52. ​​That is, the extension fabric portion 60 is integrally formed with a portion of the tarpaulin body 52. ​​More specifically, the extension fabric portion 60 is integrally formed with the inner fabric 57 using the same cloth as the inner fabric 57. The inner fabric 57 is a fabric material that divides the space through a second passage hole 53B for the passage of the second tarpaulin frame 40B.

[0045] However, unlike the example shown, the extended fabric portion 60 can also be formed as an extension of the fabric that divides the first through hole 53A for the first tent frame 40A to pass through. The extended fabric portion 60 can also be formed of a different fabric from the tent body 52.

[0046] Furthermore, the awning 30 of this embodiment also has a connector 70 that connects the awning fabric 50 to the base member 35. The connector 70 restricts the free movement of the awning fabric 50 on the awning frame 40. Preferably, the connector 70 restricts the movement of the awning fabric 50 in a manner that allows it to detach from the base member 35. The connector 70 may also be detachable relative to at least one of the awning fabric 50 and the base member 35. Alternatively, the connector 70 may be fixed to at least one of the awning fabric 50 and the base member 35 in a non-removable manner.

[0047] The structure of the connector 70 is not particularly limited. For example, the connector 70 may also be configured as one or two strip-shaped and / or rope-shaped components. More specifically, the tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35 may be connected by fixing a strip-shaped or rope-shaped connector 70 extending from one of the tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35 to each other at the other tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35 as two folded-back portions. The tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35 may also be connected by fixing a pair of strip-shaped or rope-shaped connectors 70 extending from the tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35 to each other. The connector 70 may also have face-fitting members respectively provided on the tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35. The connector 70 may also have a hook-shaped component such as a button supported on one of the tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35, which is held by a receiving portion such as a buttonhole formed on the other tarpaulin 50 and the base component 35.

[0048] like Figure 7As shown, the connector 70 has a base portion 71 connected to the tarpaulin 50 and a front end portion 72 mounted to the base member 35. The connector 70 has a strap member 75. The strap member 75 is, for example, a strap-shaped component formed of fabric. One end portion 76 of the strap member 75 is sewn to the tarpaulin 50. This one end portion 76 forms the base portion 71 of the connector 70. The other end portion 77 of the strap member 75 is held in a folded-back state. This folded-back portion forms the front end portion 72 of the connector 70. The folded-back portion of the strap member 75 is held in a folded-back state by sewing, etc. (As per...) Figure 5 and Figure 7 As can be understood, this stitching separates the front end of the other end portion 77 of the strap member 75 from the other parts of the strap member 75. Thus, the thickness of the front end portion 72 of the connector 70, which is not subjected to external force, increases from the front end towards the base end. However, by pressing the front end of the other end portion 77 of the strap member 75 with a finger, the thickness of the front end portion 72 becomes approximately constant.

[0049] like Figure 2 and Figure 7 As shown, the base member 35 has a retaining portion 38. The retaining portion 38 is provided on the support portion 37. In the illustrated example, the canopy frame 40 is connected to the base member 35 from the outer side in the width direction D2. Furthermore, the inner surface of the support portion 37 of the base member 35 facing the width direction D2 is not covered by the canopy frame 40. The retaining portion 38 is provided on the inner surface of the support portion 37 facing the width direction D2. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the retaining portion 38 is opposite to the extending fabric portion 60 in the width direction D2. That is, the extending fabric portion 60 is opposite to the retaining portion 38 from the inside in the width direction D2 and covers the retaining portion 38.

[0050] like Figure 7 As shown, the retaining part 38 is located lower than the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base member 35. Furthermore, the retaining part 38 is located forward of the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base member 35. Therefore, as... Figure 5 As shown, the connection position between the connector 70 and the base component 35 is lower than the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base component 35. The connection position between the connector 70 and the base component 35 is forward than the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base component 35.

[0051] The retaining portion 38 is a protrusion like a door, forming a retaining hole 38a between it and the supporting portion 37. When the front end portion 72 of the connector 70 is inserted into the retaining hole 38a, the front end of the other end portion 77 of the strap member 75 hooks onto the retaining portion 38. This prevents the extension fabric portion 60 from falling off from the retaining hole 38a. Thus, the front end portion 72 of the connector 70 is held by the retaining portion 38, and the base member 35 and the tarpaulin 50 are connected via the connector 70. On the other hand, as described above, by pressing the front end of the other end portion 77 of the strap member 75 with a finger, the thickness of the front end portion 72 is made approximately constant, allowing the front end portion 72 to be pulled out from the retaining hole 38a.

[0052] The connector 70 shown in the figure is attached to the extension fabric portion 60 of the tarpaulin 50, for example, by sewing. The base end portion 71 of the connector 70 is attached to the outer surface of the extension fabric portion 60 in the width direction D2. On the other hand, the retaining portion 38 is provided on the inner surface of the support portion 37 in the width direction D2. Therefore, the connector 70 is connected to the base member 35 from the inner side in the width direction D2. Figure 5 As shown, the extension fabric 60 is positioned opposite the connection point between the connector 70 and the base member 35 from the inside of the width direction D2. Preferably, the extension fabric 60 covers the entire connector 70 from the inside of the width direction D2.

[0053] Next, the function of the canopy 30 with the above structure will be explained. For example, by holding the first main body fabric portion 52A and pulling it forward, the canopy 30 can be unfolded (opened). Figure 3 and Figure 5 The canopy 30 is shown in its fully open state. For example, the canopy 30 can be folded (closed) by pressing the first canopy frame 40A backward. Figure 4 and Figure 6 The canopy 30 is shown in its fully closed state. By opening and closing the canopy 30 at different times, the activity space within the main body 12 of the childcare equipment, such as the stroller body 22, can be made into a comfortable environment.

[0054] However, when the awning frame of a conventional awning is swung relative to its base, the awning fabric sometimes moves relative to the frame. For example, when the awning is fully extended, the fabric becomes taut and moves along the frame in a manner that separates it from the base. In typical awnings, the maximum unfolding angle of the fabric when viewed from the side is less than 180°, making it easy for the fabric to move as the awning is opened. Additionally, the fabric sometimes moves along the frame when the awning is closed. When the awning is fully closed, the fabric tends to move along the frame in a manner that separates it from the base to mitigate the overlap of the fabric caused by the approaching awning frame.

[0055] If the tarpaulin shifts from its intended position due to the movement of the tarpaulin frame, the aesthetics of the tarpaulin and childcare equipment deteriorate. In particular, if the tarpaulin moves on the tarpaulin frame in a manner detached from the base components, exposing the base end of the tarpaulin frame and the connection between the tarpaulin frame and the base components, the aesthetics of the tarpaulin and childcare equipment deteriorate. Since the tarpaulin is located above the childcare equipment's operating space and is therefore easily noticeable, this defect can become a serious problem.

[0056] In contrast, the tent 30 of this embodiment has a connector 70 that connects the tent fabric 50 to the base member 35. According to the connector 70, the tent fabric 50, held by the tent frame 40, can be prevented from moving on the tent frame 40 in a manner that separates it from the base member 35 as the tent frame 40 swings. This prevents the tent fabric 50 from arching on the tent frame 40 and keeps it in a proper position. Since the tent fabric 50 can be kept in a predetermined position, the aesthetics of the tent 30 and the childcare equipment 10 can be effectively prevented from deteriorating. For example, the tent fabric 50 can be maintained in a state that covers the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35. Therefore, the tent 30 and the childcare equipment 10 have a good appearance and their design is improved.

[0057] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the connection point between the connector 70 and the base member 35 is located lower than the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35. Therefore, the connector 70 pulls the tent fabric 50 downwards, opposite to the upward extension of the tent frame 40. This connector 70 effectively restricts the arching of the tent fabric 50 on the tent frame 40. Thus, regardless of the open or closed state of the tent 30, the movement of the tent fabric 50 on the tent frame 40 in a manner that would separate it from the base member 35 can be more effectively suppressed.

[0058] It should be explained that, for example Figure 7 As fully illustrated, the extended fabric portion 60 has a curved shape. More specifically, in Figure 5 In the side view shown, it extends along the first canopy frame 40A and the second canopy frame 40B in a manner that bends or curves significantly at a position opposite to the swing center SC. Therefore, even in Figure 6 Even in the fully closed state shown, the extended fabric 60 can stably cover the swing center SC, the base end 41 of the tent frame 40, and the connection part between the tent frame 40 and the base component 35 from the width direction D2.

[0059] In addition, such as Figure 6 As shown, the connection point between the connector 70 and the base component 35 is located further forward than the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base component 35. Therefore, as Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, when the tent frame 40 is swung backward, for example when the tent 30 is closed backward, the movement of the tent fabric 50 on the tent frame 40 can be effectively restricted. For example, when the tent 30 is folded, the base end 41 of the tent frame 40 and the connection portion between the tent frame 40 and the base member 35 can be effectively restricted from being exposed from the tent 30.

[0060] like Figure 2 As shown, the tent frame 40 is connected to the base member 35 from the outer side in the width direction D2. The connector 70 is connected to the base member 35 from the inner side in the width direction D2. According to this tent 30, the connector 70 can be covered from the outer side in the width direction D2 by the tent body 52. ​​Therefore, the connector 70 can be effectively prevented from being conspicuous and thus from compromising the design of the tent 30 and the childcare equipment 10.

[0061] like Figures 5-7 As shown, the connector 70 has a strap member 75 that sews one end portion 76 to the tarpaulin 50. The strap member 75 is sewn on the other side in a folded-back state, thereby forming a front end portion 72 of the connector 70 that connects to the base member 35. The base member 35 has a retaining portion 38 that holds the connector 70 in the state where the front end portion 72 passes. According to this embodiment, the connector 70 can be designed with a simple and lightweight structure. Furthermore, the assembly and disassembly of the connector 70 and the base member 35 can be facilitated.

[0062] As described above, by providing the connector 70 to restrict the relative movement of the tarpaulin 50 relative to the base member 35, it is possible to suppress the exposure of the swing center SC of the tarpaulin frame 40 relative to the base member 35, the base end 41 of the tarpaulin frame 40, and the portion of the tarpaulin frame 40 connected to the base member 35 on the outer side in the width direction D2. Furthermore, in addition to improving design flexibility, it is even more preferable that the swing center SC and the like are also hidden from observation from the inner side in the width direction D2.

[0063] Relatedly, according to the awning 30 of this embodiment, the awning 50 has an awning body 52 mounted on the awning frame 40 and an extension fabric portion 60 extending from the inner surface of the awning body 52. ​​The swing center SC of the awning frame 40 relative to the base member 35 is located between the awning body 52 and the extension fabric portion 60 in the width direction D2. According to this awning 30, the swing center SC of the awning frame 40 relative to the base member 35 can be covered from the inside in the width direction D2 by the extension fabric portion 60. Therefore, the exposure of the swing center SC of the awning frame 40 relative to the base member 35 in the childcare appliance 10's activity space can be suppressed. Thus, the swing center SC can also be hidden from the inside in the width direction D2, achieving a design improvement. In addition, by hiding such a movable part from the activity space, a sense of visual reassurance can be provided to the caregiver.

[0064] In this specific example, the size of the extension fabric 60 can be adjusted appropriately. In this case, the extension fabric 60 can cover the base end 41 of the tent frame 40 and the portion where the tent frame 40 connects to the base member 35 from the inside in the width direction D2. In the combination of the tent body 52 covering the base end 41 of the tent frame 40 and the portion where the tent frame 40 connects to the base member 35 from the outside in the width direction D2, the design of the tent 30 and the childcare equipment 10 can be effectively improved.

[0065] like Figure 7 As shown, the tarpaulin body 52 is provided with a passage hole 53 for the tarpaulin frame 40 to pass through. The passage hole 53 has an opening 54 for the tarpaulin frame 40 to extend out. Furthermore, the extension fabric portion 60 is configured to cover the opening 54. In particular, in the illustrated example, the passage hole 53 includes a first passage hole 53A for the first tarpaulin frame 40A to pass through and a second passage hole 53B for the second tarpaulin frame 40B to pass through. Moreover, the extension fabric portion 60 is configured to cover both the opening 54 of the first passage hole 53A and the opening 54 of the second passage hole 53B. With such a tarpaulin 30, the base ends 41 of the tarpaulin frames 40, 40A, and 40B can be covered from the inside in the width direction D2 by the extension fabric portion 60. As a result, the aesthetics of the tarpaulin 30 and the childcare equipment 10 can be improved. In addition, it is possible to prevent foreign objects such as dust from entering the passage holes 53, 53A, and 53B.

[0066] As described above, the connector 70 can help improve the design of the canopy 30 and the childcare appliance 10. Moreover, it is more preferable to make the connector 70 concealed. In this regard, according to the illustrated example, the connector 70 is made less conspicuous by extending the fabric portion 60.

[0067] Specifically, the connector 70 is installed on the side of the extension fabric 60 facing the tarpaulin body 52. ​​That is, the connector 70 is installed on the outer side of the extension fabric 60 in the width direction D2. According to this tarpaulin 30, the connector 70 is covered by the tarpaulin body 52 from the outer side in the width direction D2. In addition, the connector 70 is covered by the extension fabric 60 from the inner side in the width direction D2. Therefore, the conspicuousness of the connector 70 can be suppressed, and the design of the tarpaulin 30 and the childcare equipment 10 can be improved.

[0068] Furthermore, the base member 35 has a retaining portion 38 for holding the connector 70, and the extension fabric portion 60 is opposite to the retaining portion 38 of the base member 35 from the inside in the width direction D2. That is, the extension fabric portion 60 is opposite to the connection position of the connector 70 and the base member 35 from the inside in the width direction D2. Preferably, the extension fabric portion 60 covers the entire connector 70 from the inside in the width direction D2. According to such a specific example, the mounting portion of the connector 70 to the base member 35 is covered by the extension fabric portion 60 from the inside in the width direction D2. Therefore, the conspicuousness of the connector 70 can be suppressed, and the design of the canopy 30 and the childcare appliance 10 can be improved.

[0069] In addition, by installing the connector 70 onto the extension fabric 60, the relative position of the extension fabric 60 relative to the base member 35 becomes less prone to change. Therefore, the desired effect of the extension fabric 60 can be stably achieved. That is, the extension fabric 60 can be stably maintained in a position relative to the swing center SC of the tent frame 40 relative to the base member 35, the base end 41 of the tent frame 40, and the connection portion between the base member 35 and the tent frame 40 in the width direction D2. Thus, the design improvements based on the extension fabric 60 are more effectively realized.

[0070] In one embodiment described above, the canopy 30 for the childcare appliance 10 includes: a base member 35 connected to the main body 12 of the childcare appliance; a canopy frame 40 connected to the base member 35 in a swingable manner; a canopy 50 mounted on the canopy frame 40; and a connector 70 connecting the canopy 50 to the base member 35. According to this canopy 30, the movement of the canopy 50 held on the canopy frame 40 in a manner detached from the base member 35 during the swinging motion of the canopy frame 40 can be prevented. This improves the aesthetic appeal and enhances the design of the childcare appliance.

[0071] In one embodiment described above, the canopy 30 for the childcare appliance 10 includes: a base member 35 connected to the childcare appliance body 12; a canopy frame 40 connected to the base member 35 in a swingable manner; and a canopy 50 mounted on the canopy frame 40. The canopy 50 has a canopy body 52 mounted on the canopy frame 40 and an extension fabric portion 60 extending from the inner surface of the canopy body 52. ​​The swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base member 35 is located between the canopy body 52 and the extension fabric portion 60 in the width direction D2. According to this canopy 30, the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base member 35 can be covered from the outside in the width direction D2 by the canopy body 52. ​​Therefore, it is possible to achieve good aesthetics and improve the design of the canopy 30 and the childcare appliance 10. Furthermore, the swing center SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base member 35 can be covered from the inside in the width direction D2 by the extension fabric portion 60. Therefore, the center of sway SC of the canopy frame 40 relative to the base component 35 can be suppressed from being exposed in the child's activity space. As a result, not only can the aesthetics of the canopy 30 and the childcare equipment 10 be improved, but the caregiver can also feel visually reassured.

[0072] One implementation method has been described with reference to a specific example, but the above specific example is not limited to one implementation method. The above-described implementation method can be implemented in various other specific examples, and various omissions, substitutions, changes, additions, etc. can be made without departing from its spirit.

[0073] In the specific example described above, the base component 35 is located on the inner side of the canopy frame 40 in the width direction D2, but the base component 35 may also be located on the outer side of more than one canopy frame 40 in the width direction D2. In the specific example described above, the connector 70 is connected to the base component 35 from the inner side in the width direction D2, but the connector 70 may also be connected to the base component 35 from the outer side in the width direction D2.

[0074] In the specific example described above, the base component 35 can be attached to and detached from the seat support unit 26. Alternatively, the base component 35 may not be detachable from the stroller body 22. The base component 35 may also be integrally formed with at least a portion of the stroller body 22 in a non-separable manner. Alternatively, the base component 35 may be connected to the main frame 24 without being connected to the seat support unit 26.

[0075] The stroller 20 described above, with the canopy 30 applied, is merely an example; the canopy 30 can be applied to various types of strollers. In the specific example described above, a stroller 20 is shown as constituting a childcare appliance 10, but the childcare appliance 10 using the canopy 30 is not limited to the stroller 20. As an example, the childcare appliance 10 can be a child seat, a baby chair, a child's chair, or a toddler's bed.

Claims

1. A tent, characterized in that, For use in childcare equipment, the canopy includes: The base component, which connects to the main body of the childcare appliance; The canopy frame is connected to the base component in a swingable manner; A tarpaulin, which is installed on the tarpaulin frame; as well as A connector that connects the tarpaulin to the base component. The tarpaulin has a tarpaulin body installed on the tarpaulin frame, and an extension fabric portion extending from the inner surface of the tarpaulin body. The swing center of the tent frame relative to the base component is located between the main body of the tent and the extended fabric portion in the width direction.

2. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connection point between the connector and the base component is located lower than the swing center of the canopy frame relative to the base component.

3. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connection point between the connector and the base component is located further forward than the swing center of the canopy frame relative to the base component.

4. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tarpaulin body is provided with passage holes for the tarpaulin frame to pass through. The through hole is provided with an opening for the canopy frame to extend out. The extended fabric portion is opposite to the opening portion in the width direction.

5. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tent is provided with a first tent frame and a second tent frame as the tent frame. The tarpaulin body is provided with a first through hole for the first tarpaulin frame to pass through and a second through hole for the second tarpaulin frame to pass through. The first through hole is provided with an opening for the first canopy frame to extend out, and the second through hole is provided with an opening for the second canopy frame to extend out. The extended fabric portion is opposite to both the opening of the first through hole and the opening of the second through hole in the width direction.

6. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector is installed on the side of the extended fabric portion facing the main body of the tarpaulin.

7. The tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The extended fabric portion is located on the inside of the width direction opposite to the connection position between the connector and the base component.

8. A canopy, characterized in that, For use in childcare equipment, the canopy includes: The base component, which connects to the main body of the childcare appliance; The canopy frame is connected to the base component in a swingable manner; A tarpaulin, which is installed on the tarpaulin frame; as well as A connector that connects the tarpaulin to the base component. The canopy frame is connected to the base component from the outside in the width direction. The connector is connected to the base component from the inside in the width direction.

9. A tent, characterized in that, For use in childcare equipment, the canopy includes: The base component, which connects to the main body of the childcare appliance; The canopy frame is connected to the base component in a swingable manner; A tarpaulin, which is installed on the tarpaulin frame; as well as A connector that connects the tarpaulin to the base component. The connector has a strap component that sews one end of the connector to the tarpaulin. The belt component is stitched together on the other side in a folded-back state to form the front end portion of the connector that connects to the base component. The base component has a retaining part that holds the connector in the state where the front end portion has passed.

10. A canopy, characterized in that, For use in childcare equipment, the canopy includes: The base component, which connects to the main body of the childcare appliance; A canopy frame, which is connected to the base component in a swingable manner; and The tarpaulin, which is installed on the tent frame, The tarpaulin has a tarpaulin body installed on the tarpaulin frame, and an extension fabric portion extending from the inner surface of the tarpaulin body. The swing center of the tent frame relative to the base component is located between the main body of the tent and the extended fabric portion in the width direction.

11. A childcare appliance, characterized in that, have: The tent according to any one of claims 1 to 10; and Maintain the main body of the baby care equipment in the tent.

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