Storage basket connecting mechanism and electric scooter

Abstract

According to the storage basket connecting mechanism and the electric scooter, movement of the sliding piece can be controlled through rotation of the cam mechanism, and therefore switching of the clamping state between the first clamping part and the second clamping part is achieved. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be installed on the connecting assembly and can rotate, and when the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be taken down from the connecting assembly. The application scenes of the storage basket are increased, meanwhile, the occupation of the storage basket on the riding treading space of a user is reduced, and the operation is simple. In addition, the installation process of the storage basket can be achieved through rotation of the cam mechanism, after the cam mechanism rotates in the opposite direction, the connecting assembly returns to the closed state again, and installation of the storage basket is completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of electric scooters, and in particular to a storage basket connection mechanism and an electric scooter. Background Art

[0002] The description in this section merely provides background information related to the present disclosure and does not constitute prior art.

[0003] With the increasing popularity of electric scooters, more and more people recognize its convenience as a short-distance means of transportation, and at the same time, they have put forward higher requirements for its functionality in different application scenarios. Among them, having storage space is a very prominent one among many needs. At present, similar storage baskets on the market are usually installed at the folding crossbar position, and some products provide detachable functions. Such products usually consist of two parts, one part is fixed to the folding vertical rod, and the other part is fixed to the storage basket, and then the two parts are connected by a snap-on structure. But whether it is a detachable or non-detachable product, the material of the storage basket is foldable and compressible in the vertical direction, and the horizontal direction is often a fixed ring-shaped metal part to maintain stability. However, the horizontal space usage of electric scooters is very cramped. Taking the direction of movement of the electric scooter as a reference, the forward direction is equipped with a storage basket, and the steering resistance increases with the weight of the loaded items. The backward direction is equipped with a storage basket, which first occupies the user's pedaling space, and secondly, the electric skateboard cannot use the folding function normally.

[0004] It should be noted that the above introduction to the technical background is only for the convenience of providing a clear and complete description of the technical solutions of the present invention and for the convenience of understanding by those skilled in the art. It cannot be considered that the above technical solutions are well known to those skilled in the art simply because these solutions are described in the background technology section of the present invention. Summary of the invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a storage basket connecting mechanism and an electric scooter.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a storage basket connection mechanism, including a connection component, the connection component includes a connection piece main body, the front end of the connection piece main body is provided with a first clamping portion, the upper surface of the connection piece main body is provided with an arc groove and a spring installation groove arranged along the front and rear directions, a spring is installed in the spring installation groove, the connection component also includes a sliding piece, the front end of the sliding piece is provided with a second clamping portion, the rear end of the sliding piece is provided with a blocking piece, the blocking piece is inserted into the spring installation groove and can slide forward and backward along the spring installation groove, the spring is located at the rear side of the blocking piece, the sliding piece is provided with a special-shaped groove, the upper surface of the sliding piece is also provided with an elastic protruding piece protruding upward, the connection component also includes a cam mechanism, the cam mechanism is located on the upper side of the sliding piece, the lower side of the cam mechanism is rotatably installed on the connection piece main body along a rotation axis, the edge of the cam mechanism protrudes in the horizontal direction to form a flange portion, the lower surface of the cam mechanism has a convex column, the The boss passes through the special-shaped groove and is inserted into the arc groove. During the rotation of the cam mechanism along the axis, the boss can slide in the arc groove. The connecting assembly also includes an upper shell, which is located on the upper side of the cam mechanism. The lower surface of the upper shell has a stopper. The connecting mechanism has a closed state and an open state. When the connecting mechanism is in the closed state, the stopper of the sliding member mortgages the spring, so that the spring is in a compressed state. The stopper of the upper shell blocks the front side of the elastic protrusion to prevent the sliding member from moving forward. The cam mechanism is in a first position, and the second clamping part and the first clamping part are in a clamping state; when the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the cam mechanism rotates around the rotation axis in the first direction to the second position, and the flange portion presses down the elastic protrusion to make the elastic protrusion break away from the blockage of the stopper. The sliding member moves forward under the restoring force of the spring, so that the second clamping part and the first clamping part are in a non-clamping state.

[0007] Preferably, when the cam mechanism is in the second position, the boss abuts against the rear edge of the special-shaped groove, and in the process of the cam mechanism rotating in the second direction to the first position, the boss moves rearward, pushing the rear edge of the special-shaped groove, so that the sliding member overcomes the spring force and moves backward until the connecting mechanism is in a closed state.

[0008] Preferably, the connecting mechanism further comprises a storage basket fixing assembly, and the storage basket fixing assembly is mounted on the connecting assembly via a connecting shaft, and when the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the connecting shaft is clamped between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion; when the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the connecting shaft can be removed from between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion.

[0009] Preferably, the second clamping portion is L-shaped with the front end bent downward. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are enclosed with each other, and an installation space for the connecting shaft to pass through is formed between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion. The connecting shaft is clamped in the installation space, and under the action of external force, the connecting shaft can rotate in the installation space; when the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are opened to each other to form a notch, and the connecting shaft can be removed from the notch.

[0010] Preferably, the storage basket fixing assembly includes a first storage basket fixing component and a second storage basket fixing component, the first storage basket fixing component is installed on the connecting assembly through the connecting shaft, the first storage basket fixing component is installed and connected to the second storage basket fixing component through a plurality of third fasteners, and an installation channel for installing the storage basket is formed between the first storage basket fixing component and the second storage basket fixing component.

[0011] Preferably, the sliding part is a sheet metal part, the elastic protrusion is formed by stamping, the rear end of the elastic protrusion is connected to the sheet metal part body, the front end of the elastic protrusion is upwardly tilted, and the baffle is formed by bending a part of the sheet metal part downward.

[0012] Preferably, the connecting assembly also includes a knob, which is located on the upper side of the upper shell, and the upper shell is provided with a central mounting hole. A camshaft is provided at the center of the upper surface of the cam mechanism, and the upper end of the camshaft passes through the central mounting hole. The knob is installed on the camshaft, and when the knob is rotated, the knob drives the cam mechanism to rotate.

[0013] Preferably, the connecting mechanism also includes a vertical rod fixing assembly, which includes a vertical rod fixing block and a vertical rod fixing portion installed at the rear end of the connecting member body, the vertical rod fixing block and the vertical rod fixing block portion are fixed to each other by a second fastener, and the vertical rod is clamped between the vertical rod fixing block and the vertical rod fixing portion.

[0014] Preferably, the second clamping portion is a rubber clamp made of rubber material.

[0015] The present application also provides an electric scooter, and the electric scooter includes the connecting mechanism.

[0016] By means of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0017] The storage basket connecting mechanism and the electric scooter of the present invention can control the movement of the sliding part through the rotation of the cam mechanism, thereby realizing the switching of the clamping state between the first clamping part and the second clamping part. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be installed on the connecting assembly and can rotate. When the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be removed from the connecting assembly. The application scenarios of the storage basket are increased, and at the same time, the storage basket encroaches on the user's riding and pedaling space, and the operation is simple. In addition, the installation process of the storage basket can also be achieved by rotating the cam mechanism. After the cam mechanism rotates in the opposite direction, the connecting assembly returns to the closed state, and the installation of the storage basket is completed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application.

[0019] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application.

[0020] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of the cam mechanism of the present application.

[0021] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the sliding part of the present application.

[0022] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the connecting part body of the present application.

[0023] Figure 6 It is a schematic structural diagram of the upper shell of the present application.

[0024] Figure 7 It is a partial structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application in a closed state.

[0025] Figure 8 It is a partial structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application in an open state.

[0026] Fig. 9 It is a partial structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application in an open state.

[0027] Fig.10 It is a perspective structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application in a closed state.

[0028] Fig.11It is a perspective structural diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application from a closed state to an open state.

[0029] Fig.12 It is a perspective structural schematic diagram of the storage basket connection mechanism of the present application in an open state.

[0030] Fig.13 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the storage basket of the present application after being folded.

[0031] Among them: 1. Knob;

[0032] 2. Upper shell; 21. Center mounting hole; 22. Stopper;

[0033] 3. cam mechanism; 31. rotating shaft; 32. cam shaft; 33. flange portion; 34. boss;

[0034] 4. Sliding member; 41. Special-shaped groove; 411. Rear edge; 42. Elastic protrusion; 43. Blocking piece;

[0035] 5. Rubber clip; 51. Notch;

[0036] 6. Connector body; 61. First fastener; 62. First clamping portion; 63. Cam mounting portion; 64. Spring mounting groove; 65. Arc groove; 66. Spring;

[0037] 7. Vertical rod fixing part;

[0038] 8. Vertical rod fixing block; 81. Second fastener;

[0039] 91. First storage basket fixing member; 92. Second storage basket fixing member; 93. Connecting shaft; 94. Third fastener; 95. Installation channel;

[0040] 100. Connecting mechanism; 200. Vertical rod; 300. Basket. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. 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 ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0042] It should be noted that, in the description of the present invention, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and to distinguish similar objects. There is no order of precedence between the two, and they cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance. In addition, in the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0043] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the present invention provides a storage basket connection mechanism 100, including a connection component, a storage basket fixing component and a vertical rod 200 fixing block 8.

[0044] The connecting assembly includes a connecting member body 6. Figure 5 As shown, a first clamping portion 62 is provided at the front end of the connector body 6 , an arc groove 65 and a spring installation groove 64 arranged along the front-to-back direction are provided on the upper surface of the connector body 6 , and a spring 66 is installed in the spring installation groove 64 .

[0045] The connecting assembly further comprises a sliding member 4. Figure 4 As shown, the front end of the sliding member 4 is provided with a second clamping portion, and the second clamping portion is a rubber clamp 5 made of rubber material. The rear end of the sliding member 4 is provided with a baffle 43, and the baffle 43 is inserted into the spring installation groove 64 and can slide forward and backward along the spring installation groove 64. The spring 66 is located at the rear side of the baffle 43. The sliding member 4 is provided with a special-shaped groove 41, and the upper surface of the sliding member 4 is also provided with an elastic protrusion 42 protruding upward. Preferably, the sliding member 4 is a sheet metal part, and the elastic protrusion 42 is formed by stamping. The rear end of the elastic protrusion 42 is connected to the sheet metal body, and the front end of the elastic protrusion 42 is tilted upward. The baffle 43 is formed by bending a part of the sheet metal part downward.

[0046] The connecting assembly also includes a cam mechanism 3. Figure 3 As shown, the cam mechanism 3 is located on the upper side of the sliding member 4, and the lower side of the cam mechanism 3 is rotatably mounted on the connecting member body 6 along a rotating shaft 31. The edge of the cam mechanism 3 protrudes in the horizontal direction to form a flange portion 33. The lower surface of the cam mechanism 3 has a convex column 34, and the convex column 34 passes through the special-shaped groove 41 and is inserted into the arc groove 65. During the rotation of the cam mechanism 3 along the axis, the convex column 34 can slide in the arc groove 65.

[0047] The connecting assembly also includes an upper shell 2. Figure 6 As shown, the upper shell 2 is located on the upper side of the cam mechanism 3, and the lower surface of the upper shell 2 has a stopper 22. The upper shell 2 is mounted on the connector body 6 through a plurality of first fasteners 61.

[0048] The connecting mechanism 100 has a closed state and an open state. Figure 7As shown, when the connecting mechanism 100 is in the closed state, the blocking piece 43 of the sliding member 4 mortgages the spring 66, so that the spring 66 is in a compressed state, the blocking block 22 of the upper shell 2 blocks the front side of the elastic protrusion 42, preventing the sliding member 4 from moving forward, the cam mechanism 3 is in the first position, and the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62 are in a clamping state; Figure 8 As shown, when the connection mechanism 100 is in the open state, the cam mechanism 3 rotates around the rotation axis 31 in the first direction to the second position, the flange portion 33 presses down the elastic protrusion 42, so that the elastic protrusion 42 is separated from the block 22, and the sliding member 4 moves forward under the restoring force of the spring 66, so that the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62 are in a non-clamping state. When the cam mechanism 3 is in the second position, the protrusion 34 abuts against the rear edge 411 of the special-shaped groove 41. In the process of the cam mechanism 3 rotating in the second direction to the first position, the protrusion 34 moves backward and pushes the rear edge 411 of the special-shaped groove 41, so that the sliding member 4 overcomes the elastic force of the spring 66 and moves backward until the connection mechanism 100 is in the closed state.

[0049] The basket fixing assembly is mounted on the connection assembly via a connecting shaft 93. When the connection mechanism 100 is in a closed state, the connecting shaft 93 is clamped between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62. When the connection mechanism 100 is in an open state, the connecting shaft 93 can be removed from between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62. In a preferred embodiment, Fig. 9 As shown, the second clamping portion is L-shaped with the front end bent downward. When the connecting mechanism 100 is in a closed state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62 are mutually enclosed, and an installation space for the connecting shaft 93 to pass through is formed between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62. The connecting shaft 93 is clamped in the installation space, and under the action of external force, the connecting shaft 93 can rotate in the installation space; when the connecting mechanism 100 is in an open state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62 are opened to each other to form a notch 51, and the connecting shaft 93 can be removed from the notch 51.

[0050] like Figure 2As shown, the basket fixing assembly includes a first basket fixing member 91 and a second basket fixing member 92. The first basket fixing member 91 is installed on the connecting assembly through the connecting shaft 93. The first basket fixing member 91 is installed and connected to the second basket fixing member 92 through a plurality of third fasteners 94. An installation channel 95 for installing the basket is formed between the first basket fixing member 91 and the second basket fixing member 92. The connecting assembly also includes a knob 1. The knob 1 is located on the upper side of the upper shell 2. The upper shell 2 is provided with a central installation hole 21. A cam shaft 32 is provided at the center of the upper surface of the cam mechanism 3. The upper end of the cam shaft 32 passes through the central installation hole 21. The knob 1 is installed on the cam shaft 32. When the knob 1 is rotated, the knob 1 drives the cam mechanism 3 to rotate.

[0051] like Fig.13 As shown, the connecting mechanism 100 also includes a vertical rod 200 fixing assembly, and the vertical rod 200 fixing assembly includes a vertical rod 200 fixing block 8 and a vertical rod 200 fixing portion 7 installed at the rear end of the connecting member body 6. The vertical rod 200 fixing block 8 and the vertical rod 200 fixing block 8 are fixed to each other by a second fastener 81, and the vertical rod 200 is clamped between the vertical rod 200 fixing block 8 and the vertical rod 200 fixing portion 7.

[0052] Preferably, the first fastener 61, the second fastener 81 and the third fastener 94 are bolt assemblies.

[0053] The present application also provides an electric scooter, the electric scooter comprising the connecting mechanism 100. Fig.13 As shown, the basket 300 of the storage basket is installed on the storage basket fixing assembly and is in a folded state.

[0054] like Figure 10-12 As shown in FIG. 1 , the process of the basket connection mechanism 100 from the closed state to the open state is shown. Fig.10 As shown, the connecting mechanism 100 is in a closed state, the blocking piece 43 of the sliding member 4 holds the spring 66, so that the spring 66 is in a compressed state, the blocking block 22 of the upper shell 2 blocks the front side of the elastic protrusion 42, preventing the sliding member 4 from moving forward, the cam mechanism 3 is in the first position, and the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion 62 are in a clamping state. Fig.11 As shown, the cam mechanism 3 rotates from the first position to the second position. Fig.12As shown, the connection mechanism 100 is in the open state, the cam mechanism 3 is in the second position, the elastic protrusion 42 is separated from the block 22, and the slide member 4 moves forward under the restoring force of the spring 66. At this time, the protrusion 34 abuts against the rear edge 411 of the special-shaped groove 41. When the cam mechanism 3 rotates in the second direction to the first position, the protrusion 34 moves backward and pushes the rear edge 411 of the special-shaped groove 41. The slide member 4 overcomes the elastic force of the spring 66 and moves backward, so that the connection mechanism 100 is in the closed state again. The rotation of the cam mechanism 3 is achieved by turning the knob 1.

[0055] The storage basket connecting mechanism 100 and the electric scooter of the present invention can control the movement of the sliding member 4 through the rotation of the cam mechanism 3, thereby realizing the switching of the clamping state between the first clamping portion 62 and the second clamping portion. When the connecting mechanism 100 is in a closed state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be installed on the connecting assembly and can rotate. When the connecting mechanism 100 is in an open state, the storage basket fixing assembly can be removed from the connecting assembly. The application scenarios of the storage basket are increased, and the encroachment of the storage basket on the user's riding and stepping space is reduced, and the operation is simple. In addition, the installation process of the storage basket can also be achieved by rotating the cam mechanism 3. After the cam mechanism 3 rotates in the opposite direction, the connecting assembly returns to the closed state to complete the installation of the storage basket.

[0056] The above-described embodiments are only preferred embodiments for fully illustrating the present invention, and the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art based on the present invention are within the protection scope of the present invention. The protection scope of the present invention shall be subject to the claims.

Claims

1. A storage basket connection mechanism, characterized in that: Including, connection components, The connecting assembly comprises a connecting member body, a first clamping portion is arranged at the front end of the connecting member body, an arc groove and a spring installation groove arranged along the front-back direction are arranged on the upper surface of the connecting member body, a spring is installed in the spring installation groove, The connecting assembly further comprises a sliding member, a second clamping portion is disposed at the front end of the sliding member, a blocking piece is disposed at the rear end of the sliding member, the blocking piece is inserted into the spring installation groove and can slide forward and backward along the spring installation groove, the spring is located at the rear side of the blocking piece, a special-shaped groove is provided on the sliding member, and an elastic protrusion protruding upward is also disposed on the upper surface of the sliding member, The connecting assembly further comprises a cam mechanism, wherein the cam mechanism is located on the upper side of the sliding member, and the lower side of the cam mechanism is rotatably mounted on the connecting member body along a rotation axis. The edge of the cam mechanism is raised in the horizontal direction to form a flange portion, and the lower surface of the cam mechanism has a convex column, which passes through the special-shaped groove and is inserted into the arc groove. When the cam mechanism rotates along the axis, the convex column can slide in the arc groove. The connecting assembly further comprises an upper shell, the upper shell is located on the upper side of the cam mechanism, and a stopper is provided on the lower surface of the upper shell. The connecting mechanism has a closed state and an open state. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the blocking piece of the sliding member holds the spring, so that the spring is in a compressed state, the blocking block of the upper shell blocks the front side of the elastic protrusion, preventing the sliding member from moving forward, the cam mechanism is in the first position, and the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are in a clamping state; When the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the cam mechanism rotates around the rotating axis in the first direction to the second position, the flange portion presses down the elastic protrusion, so that the elastic protrusion is separated from the obstruction of the block, and the sliding member moves forward under the restoring force of the spring, so that the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are in a non-clamping state.

2. The connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the cam mechanism is in the second position, the boss abuts against the rear edge of the special-shaped groove. During the process of the cam mechanism rotating in the second direction to the first position, the boss moves rearward, pushing the rear edge of the special-shaped groove, so that the sliding member overcomes the spring force and moves backward until the connecting mechanism is in a closed state.

3. The connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism further comprises a basket fixing assembly, and the basket fixing assembly is mounted on the connecting assembly via a connecting shaft. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the connecting shaft is clamped between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion; when the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the connecting shaft can be taken out from between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion.

4. The connection mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second clamping portion is L-shaped with the front end bent downward. When the connecting mechanism is in a closed state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are mutually enclosed, and an installation space for the connecting shaft to pass through is formed between the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion. The connecting shaft is clamped in the installation space, and under the action of an external force, the connecting shaft can rotate in the installation space; When the connecting mechanism is in an open state, the second clamping portion and the first clamping portion are opened to each other to form a gap, and the connecting shaft can be removed from the gap.

5. The connection mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The storage basket fixing assembly includes a first storage basket fixing member and a second storage basket fixing member. The first storage basket fixing member is installed on the connecting assembly through the connecting shaft, and the first storage basket fixing member is connected to the second storage basket fixing member through a plurality of third fasteners. An installation channel for installing the storage basket is formed between the first storage basket fixing piece and the second storage basket fixing piece.

6. The connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding part is a sheet metal part, the elastic protrusion is formed by stamping, the rear end of the elastic protrusion is connected to the sheet metal part body, the front end of the elastic protrusion is tilted upward, and the baffle is formed by bending a part of the sheet metal part downward.

7. The connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting assembly also includes a knob, which is located on the upper side of the upper shell. The upper shell is provided with a central mounting hole. A camshaft is provided at the center of the upper surface of the cam mechanism. The upper end of the camshaft passes through the central mounting hole. The knob is installed on the camshaft. When the knob is rotated, the knob drives the cam mechanism to rotate.

8. The connection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism also includes a vertical rod fixing assembly, which includes a vertical rod fixing block and a vertical rod fixing portion installed at the rear end of the connecting member body. The vertical rod fixing block and the vertical rod fixing block portion are fixed to each other by a second fastener, and the vertical rod is clamped between the vertical rod fixing block and the vertical rod fixing portion.

9. The connection mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The second clamping part is a rubber clamp made of rubber material.

10. An electric scooter, characterized in that: The electric scooter comprises the connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 1-9.

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