Locking structure of connecting piece and connecting strip

Abstract

The present invention provides a locking structure of a connector and a connecting strip, wherein an ornament comprises a first end connector, a middle connector, a second end connector, and a connecting strip, wherein the first end connector connects the ornament. A plurality of middle connectors are connected between the first end connector and the second end connector, and the connecting strip connects the first end connector, the middle connector, and the second end connector in series, and the connecting strip forms a restrictive connection with at least one of the first end connector and the second end connector. The ornament of the present invention forms an annular structure that can be worn on the hand by connecting the first end connector, the middle connector, and the second end connector in series using a connecting strip. Each component is easy to disassemble and replace, and different ornaments can also be selected for connection, with strong interchangeability and easy disassembly and wearing.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application. The application number of the original application is: "202210813692.6", the application date is: "July 11, 2022", and the name of the invention is: "A new type of jewelry combined with a bracelet, a watch, and a bracelet". Technical Field

[0002] The present invention relates to the field of accessories, and in particular to a locking structure of a connecting piece and a connecting strip. Background Art

[0003] With economic development, more and more consumers like to wear jewelry, the most common of which are hand jewelry, such as bracelets, watches, bangles, etc. In the existing art of hand jewelry, the components of different jewelry cannot be interchanged. Bracelets are generally rigid ring structures, while bracelets and watches are detachably connected with connecting structures at both ends. However, these structures make it inconvenient to wear and remove them.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a locking structure of a connecting piece and a connecting strip to solve the above technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention provides a locking structure of a connecting piece and a connecting strip, so as to solve the problems in the prior art of poor interchangeability of components of hand ornaments and inconvenience in wearing and disassembling.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the technical solution of the present invention is: a locking structure of a connector and a connecting strip, which includes a first end connector, a middle connector, a second end connector, a connecting strip and a locking block;

[0007] A plurality of the middle connecting pieces are connected between the first end connecting piece and the second end connecting piece, and the connecting strip is connected in series with the first end connecting piece, the middle connecting piece and the second end connecting piece. One connecting strip is connected in series with both sides of the first end connecting piece, both sides of the middle connecting piece and both sides of the second end connecting piece, and the ends of both ends of the connecting strip are connected to the second end connecting piece. A receiving groove is provided on the second end connecting piece, and the ends of both ends of the connecting strip are bent and extended into the receiving groove. The locking block is connected to the receiving groove by screws, and both ends of the connecting strip are squeezed between the locking block and the inner wall of the receiving groove.

[0008] In the present invention, inclined surfaces for squeezing the connecting strip are provided on both sides of the locking block, and a fixing plate for connecting with the screw is provided on one side of the accommodating groove.

[0009] In the present invention, a guide groove portion is formed between the two side edges in the accommodating groove, and the locking block includes a guide portion, which is in sliding contact with the two side edges in the accommodating groove, so that the guide portion is slidably connected to the guide groove portion, and the sliding direction is consistent with the axial direction of the screw.

[0010] In the present invention, a positioning groove for arranging the connecting strip is provided on the inner wall of the accommodating groove.

[0011] In the present invention, the second end connecting piece is provided with a avoidance groove for installing the screw.

[0012] Furthermore, the second end connecting piece is provided with a mounting hole for connecting a fixing piece, the fixing piece is used to connect to the watch head or another watch strap, and the mounting hole is communicated with the avoidance groove.

[0013] In the present invention, the connecting strip is a flexible steel wire.

[0014] The present invention also includes an ornament comprising an ornament piece and the above-mentioned connecting piece and locking structure of the connecting strip, wherein the ornament piece is connected to the first end connecting piece;

[0015] The middle connecting piece is composed of a plurality of spheres or is a block structure, and the middle connecting piece has a certain curvature.

[0016] In the present invention, the first end connector includes a ring member and a locking member. The ring member is connected around the circumference of the ornament. One end of the ring member is provided with a connecting portion, and the connecting portion is provided with a protrusion. The connecting strip is connected around the circumference of the protrusion. The locking member is connected to the outer circumference of the connecting portion, and the locking member is used to prevent the steel wire from being separated from the protrusion.

[0017] Or the first end connector includes a ring-shaped part and an adapter, the ring-shaped part is connected around the circumference of the ornament, the adapter is provided with a connecting hole with two ends passing through, one end of the connecting hole is provided with a fixing column, the connecting strip is wrapped around the circumference of the fixing column, and the other end of the connecting hole is detachably connected to the ring-shaped part.

[0018] In the present invention, the decorative piece is a watch head, the adjusting component on one side of the watch head is located on the inner side of the ring member, and the adjusting component protrudes from the top surface of the ring member for adjustment operation;

[0019] A portion of the ring member is spaced a set distance from the ornament member to form a vacant hole, the adjustment member is located in the vacant hole, and the vacant hole is also used for hanging additional ornaments.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: the jewelry of the present invention forms a ring structure worn on the hand by using a connecting strip to connect the first end connector, the middle connector and the second end connector in series. The various components are easy to disassemble and replace, and different jewelry pieces can also be selected to be connected. It has strong interchangeability and is easy to disassemble and wear. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. The drawings described below are only drawings corresponding to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the ornament of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first end connector in the first embodiment.

[0024] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the second end connector in the first embodiment.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the middle connecting member in the first embodiment.

[0026] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of two middle connecting members of different shapes in the first embodiment.

[0027] Figure 6 A structural diagram of the second embodiment of the ornament of the present invention

[0028] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first end connector in the second embodiment.

[0029] Figure 8 FIG. 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the adapter in the second embodiment.

[0030] Figure 9 It is a structural diagram of a third embodiment of the ornament of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 10 Schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth embodiment of the ornament of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 11 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the second end connector in the fourth embodiment.

[0033] Figure 12 This is the second structural diagram of the second end connecting piece in the fourth embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0035] Directional terms mentioned in the present invention, such as "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "inside", "outside", "side", "top" and "bottom", are only used with reference to the directions of the drawings. The directional terms used are used to illustrate and understand the present invention, and are not used to limit the present invention.

[0036] The terms "first" and "second" in the present invention are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance, and should not be used as a limitation on the order of precedence.

[0037] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "mounted," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood broadly. For example, connection can be a detachable connection or an integral structural connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be internal communication between two components or an interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0038] In the prior art, components of different hand ornaments cannot be interchanged, and bracelet ornaments are generally hard ring structures, while bracelets and watches are detachably connected with connection structures at both ends. However, this structural form makes it inconvenient to disassemble and wear them.

[0039] The following is a first embodiment of an ornament provided by the present invention that can solve the above technical problems. The ornament of the present invention can be used as a bracelet, a watch, and a bangle.

[0040] Please refer to Figure 1 ,in Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the ornament of the present invention.

[0041] In the figures, structurally similar elements are denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0042] This embodiment provides an ornament, which includes a first end connector 12, a middle connector 13, a second end connector 14, and a connecting strip 15. The first end connector 12 is connected to an ornament 11. The ornament 11 can be a watch crown, a jewel, a gold or silver ornament, etc.

[0043] A plurality of middle connectors 13 are connected between the first end connector 12 and the second end connector 14. A connecting bar 15 connects the first end connector 12, the middle connector 13, and the second end connector 14 in series, and the connecting bar 15 forms a restrictive connection with at least one of the first end connector 12 and the second end connector 14. This allows the connecting bar 15 to connect the first end connector 12, the middle connector 13, and the second end connector 14 as a whole, preventing them from becoming disconnected from one another.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, the connecting strip 15 is an elastic and rigid connecting strip 15, such as a spring steel strip. A single connecting strip 15 can be used to connect the two sides of the first end connector 12, the two sides of the middle connector 13, and the two sides of the second end connector 14 in series. The ends of the connecting strip 15 are both bent and restrained at the end of the second end connector 14 away from the middle connector 13, thereby locking the connection between the first end connector 12, the middle connector 13, and the second end connector 14. The connecting strip 15 can maintain a certain shape through its own elastic force and can be easily worn by being deformed by pulling. Furthermore, a single connecting strip 15 extends in a U-shape for series connection, making the overall structure stable.

[0045] For details, please refer to Figure 2 The first end connecting member 12 includes a ring member 121 and a locking member 122. The ring member 121 is connected to the circumference of the ornament 11. The circumferential side of the ornament 11 can be provided with a positioning groove adapted to the ring member 121.

[0046] One end of the ring member 121 is provided with a connecting portion 1211, which is provided with a protrusion 1212. The connecting strip 15 is connected around the circumference of the protrusion 1212. The locking member 122 is connected to the outer circumference of the connecting portion 1211. The locking member 122 is used to prevent the steel wire from escaping from the protrusion 1212. After the locking member 122 and the protrusion 1212 are misaligned, the connecting strip 15 can be easily connected to the connecting portion 1211, and then the locking member 122 and the connecting portion 1211 are locked and connected using screws.

[0047] It should be noted that the locking member 122 in this embodiment is an annular structure, and the locking member 122 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the connecting portion 1211, which has a stable structure and is easy to connect. Figure 2 The middle protrusion 1212 is located in the groove, and a channel for the connecting strip 15 to pass through is formed between the protrusion 1212 and the inner wall of the groove. In this case, the locking piece 122 can also be a sheet-like structure. The locking piece 122 is directly flatly locked and connected to one side of the notch of the groove to form a restriction on the connecting strip 15.

[0048] In this embodiment, the accessory 11 is a watch head and an adjustment component 111 is provided on one side. The adjustment component 111 is located on the inner side of the ring 121 and has protection for the adjustment component 111. The adjustment component 111 is not easily damaged and has a more beautiful appearance. The adjustment component 111 protrudes from the top surface of the ring 121 for adjustment operations.

[0049] Please refer to Figure 5 In this embodiment, the middle connecting member 13 is an arc-shaped structure, and the middle connecting member 13 can be Figure 5 The left side is composed of multiple spheres, which can also be Figure 5 The block structure on the right side is connected by multiple middle connecting pieces 13 to form a ring structure. The two ends of the ring structure can be Figure 1 The two ends may be staggered on the circumferential track, or the two ends may be located on the same circumferential track.

[0050] The curvatures of the multiple middle connecting parts 13 can be set to different degrees to better suit the wearing of the wrist. The multiple middle connecting parts 13 are in surface contact with each other, and then the elastic force of the connecting strip 15 can lock the multiple middle connecting parts 13 to maintain stable contact and maintain a ring structure that is convenient for wearing.

[0051] Alternatively, the first end connector 12, the middle connector 13, and the second end connector 14 can be connected in series via a connecting strip 15. In this case, one end of the connecting strip 15 is bent and restrained to the end of the first end connector 12 away from the middle connector 13, while the other end of the connecting strip 15 is bent and restrained to the end of the second end connector 14 away from the middle connector 13. Furthermore, if the cross-section of the middle connector 13 is not circular, the cross-section of the connecting strip should also be avoided to prevent the middle connector 13 from rotating around the connecting strip 15, which would be inconvenient to wear.

[0052] Please refer to Figure 3 In this embodiment, the first end connector 12 includes a main body block 141 and an outer sleeve 142. The connecting strip 15 passes through the main body block 141 and is fixed to the main body block 141. The outer sleeve 142 is sleeved on the outside of the main body block 141 to form a protection for the connection structure between the connecting strip 15 and the main body block 141. It is beautiful and not easy to loosen.

[0053] The ornament of this embodiment can be used as a bracelet when not connected to ornaments, can be used as a bracelet when connected to jewel ornaments, gold and silver ornaments, and can be used as a watch when connected to a watch head. It has multiple functions and its components can be interchangeably used.

[0054] When in use, the elastic force of the connecting strip 15 can be directly overcome by pulling, so that the annular structure formed by the first end connecting piece 12, the middle connecting piece 13 and the second end connecting piece 14 is expanded and opened, and then the ring structure can be worn or taken off.

[0055] During installation, the connecting strip 15 will maintain a certain shape under the action of its own elastic force. Therefore, the connecting strip 15 can be connected to the protrusion 1212 first, and then the locking piece 122 can be locked and restricted using screws, and then the middle connecting piece 13 and the second end connecting piece 14 can be connected in series, which is convenient for installation.

[0056] The second embodiment of the present invention is a kind of ornament that can solve the above technical problems. The main difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment lies in the first end connecting piece 22.

[0057] Please refer to Figure 6 This embodiment provides an ornament, which includes a first end connector 22, a middle connector 23, a second end connector 24 and a connecting strip 26, and the first end connector 22 is connected to the ornament piece 21.

[0058] A plurality of middle connectors 23 are connected between the first end connector 22 and the second end connector 24. A connecting bar 26 connects the first end connector 22, the middle connector 23, and the second end connector 24 in series, and the connecting bar 26 forms a restrictive connection with at least one of the first end connector 22 and the second end connector 24. This allows the connecting bar 26 to connect the first end connector 22, the middle connector 23, and the second end connector 24 as a whole, preventing them from becoming disconnected from one another.

[0059] Please refer to Figure 7 In this embodiment, the connecting strip 26 is an elastic and rigid connecting strip 26. One connecting strip 26 is connected in series to both sides of the first end connector 22, both sides of the middle connector 23, and both sides of the second end connector 24. The ends of the connecting strip 26 are both bent and restrained at the end of the second end connector 24 away from the middle connector 23. The restrained connection between the connecting strip 26 and the second end connector 24 can be referred to in the first embodiment. The connecting strip 26 forms a U-shaped portion at the first end connector 22.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 In this embodiment, the first end connecting member 22 includes a ring member 221 and an adapter member 222. The ring member 221 is connected to the circumference of the decorative member 21. The adapter member 222 is provided with a connecting hole 2221 with both ends passing through. A fixing column 2222 is provided at one end of the connecting hole 2221. The connecting strip 26 is connected around the circumference of the fixing column 2222. The other end of the connecting hole 2221 is detachably connected to the ring member 221.

[0061] The annular member 221 and the adapter member 222 in this embodiment are connected by screws, and the two may also adopt other commonly used detachable connection methods such as snap connection.

[0062] The connecting hole 2221 passes through the adapter 222 , and the annular member 221 and the adapter 222 can be completely separated, so that the serial connection operation between the connecting bar 26 and the adapter 222 can be very convenient.

[0063] Referring to FIG6 , a portion of the ring 221 is spaced a predetermined distance from the accessory 21 to form a vacant hole 2211. The watch head's adjustment components can be positioned within this vacant hole 221. This vacant hole 2211 is also used to attach additional accessories 25, further enhancing the decorative effect. It can also accommodate the watch head's adjustment components.

[0064] The following is a third embodiment of an ornament provided by the present invention that can solve the above technical problems.

[0065] Please refer to Figure 9 This embodiment provides an ornament, which includes a first end connector 32, a middle connector 33, a second end connector 34 and a connecting strip 35, and the first end connector 32 is connected to the ornament piece 31.

[0066] A plurality of middle connectors 33 are connected between the first end connector 32 and the second end connector 34. A connecting bar 35 connects the first end connector 32, the middle connector 33, and the second end connector 34 in series, and the connecting bar 35 forms a restrictive connection with at least one of the first end connector 32 and the second end connector 34. This allows the connecting bar 35 to connect the first end connector 32, the middle connector 33, and the second end connector 34 as a whole, preventing them from becoming disconnected from one another.

[0067] In the present invention, the connecting strip 35 is an elastic hard connecting strip 35, and one connecting strip 35 is connected in series to the two sides of the first end connecting piece 32, the two sides of the middle connecting piece 33, and the two sides of the second end connecting piece 34, and the ends of the connecting strip 35 are both restricted by bending to the end of the second end connecting piece 34 away from the middle connecting piece 33.

[0068] In the present invention, the first end connecting piece 32 is clamped and connected to one radial end of the ornament 31. The first end connecting piece 32 is provided with a connecting hole with two ends passing through it (similar to the connecting hole in the second embodiment). A fixing column 321 is provided at the end of the connecting hole away from the ornament 31. The connecting strip 35 is wrapped around the circumference of the fixing column. When the ornament 31 is disconnected from the first end connecting piece 32, the ornament 31 will not interfere with the serial connection operation of the connecting strip 35. The connecting strip 35 can pass through the connecting hole well and be wrapped around the fixing column 321.

[0069] The following is a fourth embodiment of an ornament provided by the present invention that can solve the above technical problems.

[0070] Please refer to Figure 10This embodiment provides an ornament, which includes a first end connector 41, a middle connector 42, a second end connector 43 and a connecting strip 44, and the first end connector 41 connects the ornament piece.

[0071] Multiple middle connectors 42 are connected between the first end connector 41 and the second end connector 43, and the connecting strip 44 connects the first end connector 41, the middle connector 42 and the second end connector 43 in series, and the connecting strip 44 forms a restrictive connection with at least one of the first end connector 41 and the second end connector 43.

[0072] Please refer to Figure 11 and Figure 12 In this embodiment, the connecting strip 44 is a naturally bendable connecting strip 44, such as a flexible steel wire. One connecting strip 44 is connected in series to the two sides of the first end connecting piece 41, the two sides of the middle connecting piece 42, and the two sides of the second end connecting piece 43, and the ends of both ends of the connecting strip 44 are connected to the second end connecting piece 43.

[0073] The ornament in this embodiment further includes a locking block 45. The second end connector 43 is provided with a receiving groove 432. The ends of the connecting strip 44 are bent and extend into the receiving groove 432. The locking block 45 is connected to the receiving groove 432 by screws 46. The ends of the connecting strip 44 are squeezed between the locking block 45 and the inner wall of the receiving groove 432. This allows the connecting strip 44 to connect the first end connector 41, the middle connector 42, and the second end connector 43 into a whole, so that they will not become disconnected from each other.

[0074] The locking block 45 has inclined surfaces on both sides for squeezing the connecting strip 44, and a fixing plate 431 for connecting with a screw 46 is provided on one side of the receiving groove 432. By screwing the screw 46, the tightness of the locking block 45 and the receiving groove 432 is adjusted to achieve the disassembly and assembly of the connecting strip 44 and the intermediate connector.

[0075] A guide groove portion is included at one end of the accommodating groove 432. In this embodiment, a guide groove portion is formed between the two side edges in the accommodating groove 432. The locking block 45 includes a guide portion 451. The guide portion 451 is in sliding contact with the two side edges in the accommodating groove 432, that is, the guide portion 451 is slidably connected to the guide groove portion, and the sliding direction is consistent with the axial direction of the screw 46, so that the locking block 45 can evenly squeeze the connecting strips 44 on both sides.

[0076] In addition, the second end connecting piece 43 is provided with a avoidance groove 434 for installing the screw 46, and the second end connecting piece 43 is provided with a mounting hole 433 for connecting a fixing piece (the fixing piece is used to connect the watch head or connect another watch strap). The mounting hole 433 is connected to the avoidance groove 434, so that the space of the second end connecting piece is better utilized.

[0077] A positioning groove 4321 for arranging the connecting strip 44 is provided on the inner wall of the accommodating groove 432 , so that the locking block 45 can press the connecting strip 44 more stably.

[0078] The ornament of this embodiment can be disassembled according to needs by loosening the locking block, changing the number of intermediate connecting parts, and then tightening the connecting strip 44 and locking the locking block 45 to complete the connection of the entire ring structure, which is very convenient to disassemble and assemble.

[0079] An ornament of the present invention forms an annular structure worn on the hand by using a connecting strip to connect a first end connector, a middle connector and a second end connector in series. Each component is easy to disassemble and replace, and different ornaments can also be selected to be connected. It has strong interchangeability and is easy to disassemble and wear.

[0080] In summary, although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, the above preferred embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention. A person skilled in the art may make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be based on the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A locking structure for a connecting piece and a connecting strip, characterized in that: It includes a first end connecting piece, a middle connecting piece, a second end connecting piece, a connecting strip and a locking block; A plurality of the middle connecting pieces are connected between the first end connecting piece and the second end connecting piece, the connecting strip is connected in series with the first end connecting piece, the middle connecting piece and the second end connecting piece, one connecting strip is connected in series with two sides of the first end connecting piece, two sides of the middle connecting piece and two sides of the second end connecting piece, and ends of the connecting strip are connected to the second end connecting piece, the second end connecting piece is provided with a receiving groove, the ends of the connecting strip are bent and extend into the receiving groove, the locking block is connected to the receiving groove by a screw, and both ends of the connecting strip are squeezed between the locking block and the inner wall of the receiving groove; Both sides of the locking block are provided with inclined surfaces for squeezing the connecting strip, and one side of the receiving groove is provided with a fixing plate for connecting with the screw; A guide groove portion is formed between the two side edges of the receiving groove, and the locking block includes a guide portion, which is in sliding contact with the two side edges of the receiving groove, so that the guide portion is slidably connected to the guide groove portion, and the sliding direction is consistent with the axial direction of the screw; A positioning groove for arranging the connecting strip is provided on the inner wall of the accommodating groove.

2. The locking structure of the connecting piece and the connecting strip according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second end connecting piece is provided with a avoiding groove for installing the screw.

3. The locking structure of the connecting piece and the connecting strip according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second end connecting piece is provided with a mounting hole for connecting a fixing piece, and the fixing piece is used to connect a watch head or another watch strap, and the mounting hole is communicated with the avoidance groove.

4. The locking structure of the connecting piece and the connecting strip according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting strip is a flexible steel wire.

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