Locker with prompting indicia

Abstract

This invention discloses a locker with indicator markings, including a locking indicator unit, a locker, a drive assembly extending through the locker, a locking component connected to the drive assembly, and an indicator component connected to the drive assembly. The advantages of this invention are that it enables locking and indicating the usage status of the locker using only a unidirectional rotation of the handle, and also allows for unlocking in both states.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of locker technology, and in particular to a locker with indicator labels. Background Technology

[0002] Signage is widely used in various settings, such as scenic areas, roads, construction sites, machinery and equipment sites, parts processing workshops, substations, and power plants. Furthermore, the placement of signs should be adjusted according to the real-time operating status and location of the equipment. Through signage design, we can quickly understand the open / closed status of lockers. If signs, in conjunction with the locker's open / closed status, allow users to quickly understand the locker's current condition, this change will make using the lockers much more convenient. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0004] In view of the problems existing in the above or prior art, the present invention is proposed.

[0005] Therefore, the purpose of this invention is to provide a locker with indicator markings, which can lock the locker and indicate its usage status by rotating it in one direction only, and unlock it for each of the two states.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a locker with a prompt label, which includes a locking label unit, including a locker, a drive component that passes through the locker, a locking component connected to the drive component, and a label component connected to the drive component.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the locker includes a box body with a single-sided opening, a cabinet door connected to the box body, a transparent indicator window set on the cabinet door, a linear guide rail and a ring guide rail set on the inner wall of the cabinet door, a first opening through the side wall of the cabinet door, and a second opening set on the side wall of the box body opposite to the first opening.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the drive assembly includes a rotating shaft passing through the locker door, a drive component fixedly connected to one end of the rotating shaft, an arc-shaped plate fixedly connected to the other end of the rotating shaft, two rotating rods fixedly connected to the rotating shaft, and a rotating column disposed at one end of the rotating rods.

[0009] The two rotating rods are perpendicular to each other;

[0010] The rotating rod and the curved plate are not on the same horizontal plane.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the storage cabinet with indicator markings of the present invention, the driving component includes a fixed plate fixedly connected to the rotating shaft, a rotating handle fixedly connected to the fixed plate, and a fixed block fixedly mounted on the cabinet door.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the locking component includes a first rotating shaft, a first gear disk and a first guide plate respectively sleeved on the first rotating shaft, and a driven member connected to the first gear disk.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the driven member includes a second rotating shaft, a second gear disk connected to the first gear disk, a first connecting rod fixedly disposed on the second gear disk, a second connecting rod connected to the first connecting rod via a pin, and a locking pin fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod.

[0014] The locking pin slides inside the annular guide rail.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the marking component includes a third rotating shaft, a second guide plate sleeved on the third rotating shaft, a first connecting rod fixedly connected to the second guide plate, a second connecting rod connected to the first connecting rod via a pin, and an indicator sign fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the first guide plate, the arc-shaped plate and the second guide plate are located on the same vertical plane.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, four arc-shaped openings are symmetrically arranged on the first guide plate, and an arc segment is arranged between every two adjacent arc-shaped openings, the arc segment being adapted to the size of the arc plate.

[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the locker with indicator markings of the present invention, the second guide plate has the same structure as the first guide plate.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: When the handle is rotated 180° by external force, the striking ball contacts the fixed block and strikes, producing a sound, thus locking the storage box. When the handle is rotated another 180°, a "In Use" message is displayed through a transparent window, and the contents of the storage box are partially obscured, indicating the storage box's usage status and protecting the contents. When the handle is rotated another 180°, the striking ball again contacts the fixed block and strikes, producing a sound, thus unlocking the storage box. Finally, when the handle is rotated another 180°, the internal space of the storage box is visible through the transparent window, thus deactivating the storage box. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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. Wherein:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a locker with indicator signs.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the locker.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner wall of the cabinet door.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a partial enlarged view of diagram A, which is a structural schematic diagram of the inner wall of the cabinet door. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0027] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] Reference Figures 1-4 This is the first embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment provides a locker with a prompt label, which can lock the locker and indicate its usage status by rotating it in one direction, and unlock it for each of the two states.

[0030] Specifically, a locker with indicator labels includes a locking label unit 100, which includes a locker 101, a drive assembly 102 that passes through the locker 101, a locking assembly 103 connected to the drive assembly 102, and an indicator assembly 104 connected to the drive assembly 102.

[0031] Furthermore, the locker 101 includes a box body 101a with an opening on one side, a cabinet door 101b connected to the box body 101a, a transparent notification window 101c set on the cabinet door 101b, a linear guide rail 101d and a ring guide rail 101e set on the inner wall of the cabinet door 101b, a first opening 101f that penetrates the side wall of the cabinet door 101b, and a second opening 101g that is opposite to the first opening 101f and is set on the side wall of the box body 101a. The notification window is opposite to the linear guide rail 101d and can display the notification information at the leftmost end of the linear guide rail 101d.

[0032] Furthermore, the drive assembly 102 includes a rotating shaft 102a passing through the cabinet door 101b, a drive component 102b fixedly connected to one end of the rotating shaft 102a, an arc-shaped plate 102c fixedly connected to the other end of the rotating shaft 102a, two rotating rods 102d fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 102a, and a rotating column 102e disposed at one end of the rotating rod 102d;

[0033] The two rotating rods 102d are perpendicular to each other;

[0034] The rotating rod 102d and the arc plate 102c are not on the same horizontal plane.

[0035] Furthermore, the drive component 102b includes a fixed plate 102b-1 fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 102a, a rotating handle 102b-2 fixedly connected to the fixed plate 102b-1, and a fixed block 102b-3 fixedly mounted on the cabinet door 101b. A striking ball is fixedly mounted on one end of the rotating handle 102b-2. The fixed block 102b-3 has the same properties as a clicker. When the striking ball contacts the fixed block 102b-3, it makes a sound. The fixed block 102b-3 is located directly below the fixed plate 102b-1.

[0036] It should be noted that when the handle 102b-2 is rotated to a specific position by external force, the striking ball can come into contact with the fixed block 102b-3 and strike to produce a sound, providing a prompt function for the user. After the striking ball comes into contact with the fixed block 102b-3 and strikes, it can continue to rotate without affecting the rotation of the handle 102b-2.

[0037] Furthermore, the locking assembly 103 includes a first rotating shaft 103a, a first gear disk 103b and a first guide plate 103c respectively sleeved on the first rotating shaft 103a, and a driven member 103d connected to the first gear disk 103b. One end of the first rotating shaft 103a is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cabinet door 101b, and the other end is fixedly set on the limiting block. At the same time, the first rotating shaft 103a has grooves at the sleeves of the first gear disk 103b and the first guide plate 103c respectively, so that the first gear disk 103b and the first guide plate 103c can only rotate horizontally and cannot produce horizontal displacement. Meanwhile, the first gear disk 103b and the first guide plate 103c are fixedly connected by a connecting ring.

[0038] It should be noted that the rotating rod 102d is located on the vertical surface between the first guide plate 103c and the first gear disk 103b. The rotating rod 102d has a protruding rotating column 102e that passes through the first guide plate 103c during rotation and drives the first guide plate 103c to rotate. The rotation of the first guide plate 103c drives the first gear disk 103b to rotate.

[0039] Furthermore, the driven member 103d includes a second rotating shaft 103d-1, a second gear disk 103d-2 connected to the first gear disk 103b, a first connecting rod 103d-3 fixedly mounted on the second gear disk 103d-2, a second connecting rod 103d-4 connected to the first connecting rod 103d-3 via a pin, and a locking pin 103d-5 fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod 103d-4. One end of the second rotating shaft 103d-1 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cabinet door 101b, and the other end is fixedly mounted on the limiting block. At the same time, the second rotating shaft 103d-1 has a groove at the fitting point of the second gear disk 103d-2, so that the second gear disk 103d-2 can only rotate horizontally and cannot produce horizontal displacement.

[0040] It should be noted that the first gear disk 103b and the second gear disk 103d-2 are located on the same vertical plane and are meshed together.

[0041] The locking pin 103d-5 slides inside the annular guide rail 101e. The size of the locking pin 103d-5 is adapted to the size of the annular guide rail 101e, and the length of the annular guide rail 101e is always sufficient to allow the locking pin 103d-5 to pass through the annular guide rail 101e.

[0042] It should be noted that rotating the handle 102b-2 by external force causes the rotating shaft 102a to rotate, which in turn causes the arc-shaped plate 102c to rotate. The rotation of the arc-shaped plate then causes the rotating rod 102d to rotate, which in turn causes the rotating column 102e to rotate. The rotating column 102e then causes the first guide plate 103c to rotate, which in turn causes the first gear disc 103b to rotate. The rotation of the first gear disc 103b then causes the meshing... The second gear disk 103d-2, which is connected to the gear, rotates. The rotation of the second gear disk 103d-2 drives the first connecting rod 103d-3 to move. The first connecting rod 103d-3 drives the second connecting rod 103d-4 to move. The second connecting rod 103d-4 drives the locking pin 103d-5 to move horizontally along the length of the annular guide rail 101e. When the locking pin 103d-5 passes through both the first opening 101f and the second opening 101g, the function of locking the locker 101 is realized.

[0043] Furthermore, the sign component 104 includes a third rotating shaft 104a, a second guide plate 104b sleeved on the third rotating shaft 104a, a first connecting rod 104c fixedly connected to the second guide plate 104b, a second connecting rod 104d connected to the first connecting rod 104c via a pin, and a sign 104e fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod 104d. One end of the third rotating shaft 104a is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cabinet door 101b. The third rotating shaft 104a has a groove at the sleeve of the second guide plate 104b, so that the second guide plate 104b can only rotate horizontally and cannot produce horizontal displacement. At the same time, the length of the linear guide rail 101d is always sufficient to allow the sign 104e to slide inside the linear guide rail 101d. The sign 104e is marked with the words "In Use".

[0044] Furthermore, the first guide plate 103c, the arc plate 102c, and the second guide plate 104b are located on the same vertical plane.

[0045] Furthermore, four arc-shaped openings 103c-1 are symmetrically arranged on the first guide plate 103c, and an arc segment 103c-2 is arranged between every two adjacent arc-shaped openings 103c-1. The arc segment 103c-2 is adapted to the size of the arc plate 102c.

[0046] Furthermore, the second guide plate 104b has the same structure as the first guide plate 103c. The arc plate 102c rotates one revolution and passes through the arc segment 103c-2 on the first guide plate 103c and the second guide plate 104b respectively. The rotating rod 102d rotates and drives the rotating column 102e to rotate. The rotating column 102e rotates and passes through the arc opening 103c-1, which in turn drives the first guide plate 103c and the second guide plate 104b to rotate.

[0047] It should be noted that by rotating the handle 102b-2 with external force, the handle 102b-2 drives the rotating shaft 102a to rotate, the rotating shaft 102a drives the arc plate 102c to rotate, the rotating plate drives the rotating rod 102d to rotate, the rotating rod 102d drives the rotating column 102e to rotate, the rotating column 102e passes through the arc-shaped opening 103c-1 and drives the second guide plate 104b to rotate, the second guide plate 104b drives the first connecting rod 104c to rotate, the first connecting rod 104c drives the second connecting rod 104d to move, the second connecting rod 104d drives the indicator sign 104e to move horizontally along the linear guide rail 101d. When the indicator sign 104e moves to the leftmost end, the words "In Use" can be seen through the transparent indicator window, thus realizing the function of indicating the usage status of the locker 101.

[0048] Preferably, by simply rotating the handle 102b-2 in one direction with external force, it can not only lock the cabinet door 101b and indicate its usage status, but also unlock the storage box and cancel its status indication if the rotation is continued in one direction.

[0049] The storage box has four operating modes. The first mode: In the initial state, external force is used to rotate the handle 102b-2 180° until it contacts the fixing block 102b-3 and a sound is produced. When the sound is produced, the storage box is locked. During operation, external force rotates the handle 102b-2, which drives the rotating shaft 102a to rotate. The rotating shaft 102a rotates the arc-shaped plate 102c, which in turn rotates the rotating rod 102d. The rotating rod 102d rotates the rotating column 102e, which in turn rotates the first guide plate 103c. The first guide plate 103c rotates the first gear disk 103b, which in turn rotates the meshing components. The second gear disk 103d-2 rotates, which drives the first connecting rod 103d-3 to move. The first connecting rod 103d-3 drives the second connecting rod 103d-4 to move to the left. The second connecting rod 103d-4 drives the locking pin 103d-5 to move horizontally to the left along the length of the annular guide rail 101e. When the locking pin 103d-5 passes through both the first opening 101f and the second opening 101g, the function of locking the locker 101 is realized.

[0050] The second usage method involves continuing to rotate the handle 102b-2 180° while the storage box is locked to indicate its usage status. This is achieved by applying external force to continue rotating the handle 102b-2. 180°, rotating the handle 102b-2 drives the rotating shaft 102a to continue rotating. The rotating shaft 102a drives the arc plate 102c to continue rotating. The rotating plate drives the rotating rod 102d to continue rotating. The rotating rod 102d drives the rotating column 102e to continue rotating. The rotating column 102e passes through the arc-shaped opening 103c-1 of the second guide plate 104b, driving the second guide plate 104b to rotate. The rotation of the second guide plate 104b drives the first connecting rod 104c to rotate. The first connecting rod 104c drives the second connecting rod 104d to move. The second connecting rod 104d drives the indicator sign 104e to move horizontally to the left along the linear guide rail 101d. When the indicator sign 104e moves to the leftmost end, the words "In Use" can be seen through the transparent indicator window, and the contents of the storage box are covered, realizing the function of indicating the use status of the storage cabinet 101 and protecting the contents of the storage box.

[0051] The third usage method involves rotating the handle 102b-2 180° when the storage box is locked and in use. This rotation brings the handle to contact the fixing block 102b-3, producing a sound. The sound unlocks the storage box. During this process, external force is applied to continue rotating the handle 102b-2 180°. This rotation drives the rotating shaft 102a, which in turn drives the arc-shaped plate 102c, which in turn drives the rotating rod 102d, which in turn drives the rotating column 102e, which in turn drives the first guide plate 103c, which in turn drives the first gear disk 103b, which in turn drives the meshing second gear... The wheel 103d-2 continues to rotate, and the rotation of the second gear disk 103d-2 drives the first connecting rod 103d-3 to move. The first connecting rod 103d-3 drives the second connecting rod 103d-4 to move to the right. The second connecting rod 103d-4 drives the locking pin 103d-5 to move horizontally to the right along the length of the annular guide rail 101e. When the locking pin 103d-5 simultaneously leaves the first opening 101f and the second opening 101g, the function of unlocking the locker 101 is realized.

[0052] The fourth way to use it is to turn the handle 102b-2 180° when the locker is in the unlocked and in use state prompt, so as to cancel the use state of the locker. During the process, the handle 102b-2 is rotated 180° by external force. Rotating the handle 102b-2 drives the rotating shaft 102a to continue rotating. The rotating shaft 102a drives the arc plate 102c to continue rotating. The rotating plate drives the rotating rod 102d to continue rotating. The rotating rod 102d drives the rotating column 102e to continue rotating. The rotating column 102e passes through the arc-shaped opening 103c-1 of the second guide plate 104b and drives the second guide plate 104b to rotate. The rotation of the second guide plate 104b drives the first connecting rod 104c to rotate. The first connecting rod 104c drives the second connecting rod 104d to move. The second connecting rod 104d drives the indicator sign 104e to move horizontally to the right along the linear guide rail 101d. When the indicator sign 104e moves to the rightmost end, the internal space of the storage box can be seen through the transparent indicator window, realizing the function of deactivating the use status of the storage cabinet 101.

[0053] In summary, this invention locks the storage box by causing the striking ball to contact and strike the fixing block 102b-3 when the handle 102b-2 is rotated 180° by external force. As the handle 102b-2 is rotated further 180°, a "In Use" message appears through a transparent window, and the contents of the storage box are obscured, indicating the usage status of the storage cabinet 101 and protecting the contents. When the handle 102b-2 is rotated further 180°, the striking ball again contacts the fixing block 102b-3, producing a sound that unlocks the storage box. Finally, rotating the handle 102b-2 further 180° reveals the internal space of the storage box through the transparent window, thus deactivating the storage cabinet 101.

[0054] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape, and proportions of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent in structure. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0055] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may be omitted.

[0056] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0057] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A locker with indicator labels, characterized in that: include, The locking identification unit (100) includes a locker (101), a drive assembly (102) that passes through the locker (101), a locking assembly (103) connected to the drive assembly (102), and an identification assembly (104) connected to the drive assembly (102). The storage cabinet (101) includes a box body (101a) with an opening on one side, a cabinet door (101b) connected to the box body (101a), a transparent notification window (101c) provided on the cabinet door (101b), a linear guide rail (101d) and a ring guide rail (101e) provided on the inner wall of the cabinet door (101b), a first opening (101f) provided through the side wall of the cabinet door (101b), and a second opening (101g) provided on the side wall of the box body (101a) opposite to the first opening (101f). The drive assembly (102) includes a rotating shaft (102a) passing through the cabinet door (101b), a drive component (102b) fixedly connected to one end of the rotating shaft (102a), an arc-shaped plate (102c) fixedly connected to the other end of the rotating shaft (102a), two rotating rods (102d) fixedly connected to the rotating shaft (102a), and a rotating column (102e) disposed at one end of the rotating rods (102d). The two rotating rods (102d) are perpendicular to each other; The rotating rod (102d) and the arc-shaped plate (102c) are not on the same horizontal plane; The driving component (102b) includes a fixed disk (102b-1) fixedly connected to the rotating shaft (102a), a rotating handle (102b-2) fixedly connected to the fixed disk (102b-1), and a fixed block (102b-3) fixedly mounted on the cabinet door (101b). The locking assembly (103) includes a first rotating shaft (103a), and a first gear disk (103b) and a first guide plate (103c) respectively sleeved on the first rotating shaft (103a), wherein the first guide plate (103c) is symmetrically provided with four arc-shaped openings (103c-1). The signage assembly (104) includes a third rotating shaft (104a), a second guide plate (104b) sleeved on the third rotating shaft (104a), a first connecting rod (104c) fixedly connected to the second guide plate (104b), a second connecting rod (104d) connected to the first connecting rod (104c) by a pin, and a sign (104e) fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod (104d). When the rotating handle (102b-2) is rotated by external force, the rotating handle (102b-2) drives the rotating shaft (102a) to rotate. The rotating shaft (102a) drives the arc plate (102c) to rotate. The arc plate (102c) drives the rotating rod (102d) to rotate. The rotating rod (102d) drives the rotating column (102e) to rotate. The rotating column (102e) passes through the arc-shaped opening (103c-1) and drives the second guide plate (104b) to rotate. The second guide plate (104b) drives the first connecting rod (104c) to rotate. The first connecting rod (104c) drives the second connecting rod (104d) to move. The second connecting rod (104d) drives the sign (104e) to move horizontally along the linear guide rail (101d).

2. The locker with indicator labels as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The locking assembly (103) also includes a follower (103d) connected to the first gear disk (103b).

3. The locker with indicator labels as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The driven member (103d) includes a second rotating shaft (103d-1), a second gear disk (103d-2) connected to the first gear disk (103b), a first connecting rod (103d-3) fixedly disposed on the second gear disk (103d-2), a second connecting rod (103d-4) connected to the first connecting rod (103d-3) by a pin, and a locking pin (103d-5) fixedly connected to one end of the second connecting rod (103d-4). The locking pin (103d-5) slides inside the annular guide rail (101e).

4. The locker with indicator labels as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The first guide plate (103c), the arc plate (102c), and the second guide plate (104b) are located on the same vertical plane.

5. The locker with indicator labels as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The first guide plate (103c) includes an arc segment (103c-2) disposed between every two adjacent arc openings (103c-1), the arc segment (103c-2) being adapted to the size of the arc plate (102c).

6. The locker with indicator markings as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The second guide plate (104b) has the same structure as the first guide plate (103c).

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