Folding unit structure and pet house

Abstract

The invention provides a folding unit structure and a pet house, the folding unit structure comprises at least one support frame and at least one folding frame, at least one side of the support frame is provided with the folding frame; the folding frame comprises a plurality of borders and baffles, the borders are hinged to the supporting frame, and the baffles are detachably installed in the borders; after being folded, the multiple frames are attached to the supporting frame, or the frames are attached to one another, so that the supporting frame and the folding frame are of a rectangular structure as a whole; after being unfolded, the plurality of frames have cross sections with the same area as the supporting frame, and the cross sections are used for extending and arranging another supporting frame. The supporting frame is arranged to be used for installing the folding frame, and the folding frame has the advantage of being convenient to store and expand; after the folding frame is unfolded, the folding frame can be conveniently connected with a supporting frame of another folding unit structure, so that the expansion convenience is improved; the detachable baffles are arranged, so that the space of the folding unit structure can be conveniently separated or separated, and division of functional areas is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of pet houses, and in particular to a folding unit structure and a pet house. Background Art

[0002] A pet house is a living or resting space designed for pets, providing a safe and comfortable environment for pets. It can be customized according to the type, size and habits of the pet, and is usually divided into indoor pet houses and outdoor pet houses.

[0003] The invention patent with the existing authorization announcement number CN108552065B discloses a box body that is easy to fold and assemble, including a left side panel, a right side panel, a front side frame, a rear side frame, a bottom panel and a top cover. The left side panel and the right side panel are both formed by two or more side panels connected by a rotating connector.

[0004] As in the above technical solution, in order to ensure that the pet house can be folded, its left side panel and right side panel are composed of two or more side panels. Since the side panels can only be rotated and folded by rotating the connecting parts, the structure of the pet house is limited to a certain extent, and the space of the pet house is difficult to expand; at the same time, the internal space of the pet house is fixed, which is not convenient for dividing the rest area, activity area, eating area and other areas. Summary of the invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention proposes a folding unit structure and a pet house that are easy to expand in space and have a simple structure, so as to solve the problem that the existing pet houses have difficulty in expanding in space.

[0006] The technical solution of the present invention is achieved in this way:

[0007] In one aspect, the present invention provides a folding unit structure, comprising at least one supporting frame and at least one folding frame, wherein:

[0008] The support frame is a through structure, and a folding frame is provided on at least one side of the support frame;

[0009] The folding frame includes a plurality of frames and baffles, the frames are hinged to the supporting frame, and the baffles are detachably installed in the frames;

[0010] After the multiple frames are folded, they fit with the support frame, or the frames fit with each other, so that the support frame and the folding frame are in a rectangular structure as a whole;

[0011] After the multiple frames are unfolded, they have a cross-section with the same area as the supporting frame, and the cross-section is used to extend and arrange another supporting frame.

[0012] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the support frame includes two parallel side plates and two parallel connecting plates, and the two ends of the connecting plates respectively abut against a side plate to form a rectangular frame structure;

[0013] Frames are hingedly arranged on the two side plates and the two connecting plates.

[0014] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the frame hinged to the side panel has two parallel longitudinal beams and two parallel transverse beams to form a rectangular frame structure;

[0015] One of the longitudinal beams is hinged to the side plate, and the longitudinal beam and the side plate have the same length;

[0016] The two ends of the crossbeam each butt against a longitudinal beam, and the sum of the length of the crossbeam and the thickness of the two longitudinal beams is half the length of the connecting plate;

[0017] The baffle is arranged between the two longitudinal beams and the two transverse beams.

[0018] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the frame hinged to the connecting plate has two parallel connecting beams, the two connecting beams are connected by a baffle, and the connecting beams have the same length as the connecting plate;

[0019] The distance between the sides of the two connecting beams that are relatively far away is half the length of the side plate.

[0020] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the cross-section of the connecting beam is a square structure, the cross-section of the connecting plate is a rectangular structure, the sum of the thickness of a connecting beam and the width of the connecting plate is equal to the width of the side plate; or, the sum of the thickness of two connecting beams and the width of the connecting plates is equal to the width of the side plate.

[0021] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, a folding frame is provided on each side of the support frame.

[0022] In another aspect, the present invention provides a pet house, comprising the folding unit structure described above.

[0023] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, a plurality of folding unit structures are provided, each folding unit structure comprises a supporting frame and two folding frames, and the folding unit structures are arranged in a stacked, parallel or row structure, wherein:

[0024] When the folding unit structures are stacked or arranged in parallel, the support frames of the multiple folding unit structures fit together, and the folding frames of the multiple folding unit structures fit together;

[0025] When the folding unit structures are arranged in a row, the supporting frames and folding frames of the multiple folding unit structures are staggered.

[0026] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, it further comprises a functional component, and the functional component is installed on the supporting frame and / or the folding frame;

[0027] Functional components are used for pets to climb, rest, eat and entertain.

[0028] On the other hand, the invention provides another pet house, including the above-mentioned folding unit structure, and also including an external shell, the external shell covers the folding unit structure, the external shell is connected to the supporting frame and / or the folding frame, and the external shell has at least one side with an open structure.

[0029] The folding unit structure and pet house of the present invention have the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0030] (1) A support frame is provided for installing the folding frame, and the folding frame can be folded and attached to the support frame, so that the folding unit structure has the advantages of convenient storage and expansion; after the folding frame is unfolded, it has a cross section with the same surface as the support frame, which is convenient for connecting the support frame of another folding unit structure, thereby improving the convenience of expansion; wherein a detachable baffle is provided in the frame of the folding frame, so that the space of the folding unit structure can be separated or connected to realize the division of functional areas;

[0031] (2) In the support frame, the frame hinged to the side panels has two longitudinal beams and two transverse beams, while the frame hinged to the connecting plate has only two connecting beams. Thus, after the folding frame is unfolded, the support frame and the four frames of the folding frame will form a rectangular three-dimensional frame structure, thereby ensuring the stability of the structure of each part; at the same time, the side panels, connecting plates of the support frame, and the longitudinal beams, transverse beams and connecting beams of the folding frame are parameter-controlled, thereby ensuring that the support frame and the folding frame have a regular appearance after folding, thereby ensuring the convenience of storage;

[0032] (3) The pet house structure adopts a folding unit structure. When the pet house is constructed, the folding unit structure can be arranged in a stacked, parallel or row structure, which is convenient for expanding the space. At the same time, after the folding unit structure is integrated, the baffle can be removed to connect the internal spaces of multiple folding unit structures. Some baffles can also be retained to separate the internal space of the pet house, thereby forming a pet house structure with multi-functional areas, thereby creating an environment suitable for multiple pets to live in, or according to different pet types, pet houses with internal spaces corresponding to the habits of pets can be selectively produced, effectively improving the scope of application of pet houses and ensuring the comfort of pets living.

[0033] (4) In the pet house structure, functional components can be installed on the supporting frame and the folding frame to provide pets with opportunities for climbing, resting, eating and entertainment, thereby improving the living quality of the pets. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0034] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0035] Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of the folding structure of the folding unit structure of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the preliminary opening structure of the side frame of the folding unit structure of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the folding unit structure of the present invention with its side frame fully opened;

[0038] Figure 4 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the preliminary opening structure of the upper and lower frames of the folding unit structure of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the folding unit structure of the present invention with the upper and lower frames fully opened;

[0040] Figure 6 A three-dimensional diagram of the functional components of the pet house of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 7 A second structural perspective view of the pet house of the present invention with functional components;

[0042] Figure 8 A perspective view of an outer shell for a pet house of the present invention

[0043] In the figure: 1. supporting frame; 11. side panel; 12. connecting plate; 2. folding frame; 21. frame; 211. longitudinal beam; 212. cross beam; 213. connecting beam; 22. baffle; 201. cross section; 3. functional component; 4. external shell. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0044] The following will be combined with 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.

[0045] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, the folding unit structure of the present invention comprises a supporting frame 1 and a folding frame 2;

[0046] The pet house of the present invention comprises the above-mentioned folding unit structure;

[0047] In some embodiments, the pet house further includes a functional component 3 and an external shell 4 .

[0048] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the support frame 1 is a through structure, and a folding frame 2 is provided on at least one side of the support frame 1; the folding frame 2 includes a plurality of frames 21 and baffles 22, the frames 21 are hinged to the support frame 1, and the baffles 22 are detachably installed in the frames 21; after the plurality of frames 21 are folded, they fit with the support frame 1, or the frames 21 fit with each other, so that the support frame 1 and the folding frame 2 are in a rectangular structure as a whole;

[0049] As in the above structure, the support frame 1 adopts a through structure, and the folding frame 2 is arranged on the side of the support frame 1, so that after the folding frame 2 is unfolded, the folding frame 2 and the support frame 1 together form a containing space;

[0050] Specifically, the folding frame 2 is composed of a plurality of frames 21, and the frames 21 can be switched between folding and unfolding;

[0051] After all frames 21 are folded, the frames 21 and the support frame 1 are in a parallel stacking structure, and the whole structure is a rectangular body, which is convenient for storage;

[0052] After the frame 21 is unfolded, it forms a containing space with the support frame 1; a baffle 22 can be installed for the hollow part between the frame 21 and the support frame 1 to achieve sealing;

[0053] Specifically, the baffle 22 can be connected to the support frame 1 by fasteners such as bolts.

[0054] In some embodiments, the support frame 1 and the frame 21 are made of aluminum alloy profiles, so that the baffle 22 can be easily installed through the profile grooves and fixed with bolts, thereby improving the convenience of grouping.

[0055] like Figure 5As shown, after the multiple frames 21 are unfolded, they have a cross section 201 with the same area as the supporting frame 1, and the cross section 201 is used to extend and arrange another supporting frame 1;

[0056] As in the above structure, after the multiple frames 21 are unfolded, the edges of the multiple frames 21 away from the supporting frame 1 form a cross section 201, so that the supporting frame 1 of another folding unit structure can be connected by relying on the cross section 201, thereby realizing the integration of multiple folding unit structures, and then realizing the expansion of space to meet different usage environments;

[0057] Specifically, the folding unit can be used in the fields of furniture, pet houses, etc., aiming to realize the expandable function of the accommodating space.

[0058] like Figure 4 As shown, the support frame 1 includes two parallel side panels 11 and two parallel connecting panels 12, and the two ends of the connecting panels 12 respectively abut against one side panel 11 to form a rectangular frame structure; the two side panels 11 and the two connecting panels 12 are hingedly provided with a frame 21;

[0059] As shown in the above structure, the support frame 1 is composed of two side panels 11 and two connecting panels 12 to form a rectangular frame structure, so that the frame 21 of the folding frame 2 can be hinged with the side panels 11 and the connecting panels 12. The frame 21 also adopts a rectangular frame structure so that it can be aligned with the support frame 1 after folding to ensure the compactness of the structure.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, the frame 21 hinged to the side plate 11 has two parallel longitudinal beams 211 and two parallel transverse beams 212 to form a rectangular frame structure; one of the longitudinal beams 211 is hinged to the side plate 11, and the longitudinal beam 211 and the side plate 11 have the same length; the two ends of the transverse beam 212 each abut against a longitudinal beam 211, and the sum of the length of the transverse beam 212 and the thickness of the two longitudinal beams 211 is half of the length of the connecting plate 12; the baffle 22 is arranged between the two longitudinal beams 211 and the two transverse beams 212;

[0061] As in the above structure, when the frame 21 is arranged, the frame 21 connected to the side plate 11 uses a longitudinal beam 211 and a transverse beam 212 to form a rectangular frame structure;

[0062] The length of the longitudinal beam 211 is the same as that of the side panel 11, and the length of the cross beam 212, together with the thickness of the two longitudinal beams 211, is half the length of the connecting plate 12. Thus, after the frames 21 on the two side panels 11 are closed, the areas of the two frames 21 are equivalent to the area of ​​the supporting frame 1, thereby maximizing the volume of the frames 21 after unfolding, and making the folding unit structure compact after folding.

[0063] like Figure 4As shown, the frame 21 hinged to the connecting plate 12 has two parallel connecting beams 213, the two connecting beams 213 are connected by the baffle 22, and the length of the connecting beams 213 is the same as that of the connecting plate 12; the distance between the two connecting beams 213 and the side edges that are relatively far away is half the length of the side plate 11;

[0064] As in the above structure, since the frame 21 of the hinged side panel 11 forms a rectangular frame structure through the longitudinal beam 211 and the cross beam 212, the frame 21 hinged to the connecting plate 12 only needs to be provided with two connecting beams 213; thus, after it is unfolded, the two connecting beams 213 will form a rectangular frame structure with the cross beam 212, thereby ensuring the stability of the structure, thereby facilitating the assembly of the baffle 22;

[0065] In this structure, the baffle 22 is made of a rigid material to ensure that the connection structure of the two connection beams 213 is stable.

[0066] Specifically, the material of the baffle 22 includes, but is not limited to, metal and plastic.

[0067] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the cross section of the connecting beam 213 is a square structure, the cross section of the connecting plate 12 is a rectangular structure, and the sum of the thickness of one connecting beam 213 and the width of the connecting plate 12 is equal to the width of the side plate 11; or, the sum of the thickness of two connecting beams 213 and the width of the connecting plate 12 is equal to the width of the side plate 11;

[0068] As in the above structure, in order to ensure that there is no gap between the support frame 1 and the folding frame 2 in the folding unit, the cross section of the connecting plate 12 is set to a rectangular structure, and the cross section of the connecting beam 213 is set to a square structure. After the connecting beam 213 is folded, the end portion will abut against the side plate 11 of the supporting frame 1, and after the longitudinal beam 211 and the cross beam 212 are folded, the longitudinal beam 211 will fit the side of the side plate 11, and the cross beam 212 will fit the connecting beam 213, so as to ensure the compactness of the structure;

[0069] At the same time, the cross section of the connecting beam 213 is set to a square structure, which is convenient for assembly and can play a fool-proof role to ensure that the folding frame 2 can be folded and stored normally after assembly.

[0070] In some embodiments, a folding frame 2 is provided on each side of the support frame 1, so as to realize the expansion of space;

[0071] During application, two folding unit structures can be connected via a folding frame 2;

[0072] Specifically, when the aluminum profile is used to construct the frame, bolts and plates can be used to connect and fix them;

[0073] Specifically, the aluminum profile itself is formed in a splicing form, which facilitates the processing of the profile. When used, it is cut according to the specific size of the folding unit structure, so that the folding unit structure can be assembled appropriately, which improves the convenience of grouping;

[0074] For example, in the folding frame 2, the frame 21 is made of strip-shaped aluminum profiles, and the baffle 22 is made of plate-shaped aluminum profiles. At this time, corresponding snap-in structures are set on the frame 21 and the baffle 22. When assembling, snap-in assembly is performed in the form of card slots to achieve the integration of various aluminum profiles; ultimately, the user can achieve "Lego"-style installation, which is also convenient for standardized organization of shipping and production.

[0075] In some embodiments of the pet house of the present invention, the space after the folding unit structure is unfolded can accommodate the pet;

[0076] Specifically, Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, there are multiple folding unit structures, each of which includes a supporting frame 1 and two folding frames 2. The folding unit structures are arranged in a stacked, parallel or row structure. When the folding unit structures are stacked or arranged in parallel, the supporting frames 1 of the multiple folding unit structures are attached to each other, and the folding frames 2 of the multiple folding unit structures are attached to each other; when the folding unit structures are arranged in a row, the supporting frames 1 of the multiple folding unit structures are staggered with the folding frames 2;

[0077] As in the above structure, the figure shows a structure in which the folding unit structures are integrated in a stacked / parallel form, in which the support frames 1 in the multiple folding unit structures are connected to each other, and the folding frames 2 are connected to each other to achieve structural integration;

[0078] Specifically, after the integration of multiple folding unit structures, the baffles 22 on adjacent surfaces of the folding unit structures can be selectively removed or retained to achieve the connection or separation of spaces, thereby meeting the living needs of multiple pets, or setting different functional spaces for a single pet to meet the living needs of the pet;

[0079] When the folding unit structure is arranged in a row, the folding frames 2 of the folding unit structure are unfolded for docking, and the supporting frames 1 and folding frames 2 of the multiple folding unit structures are staggered, and there may be one or more folding frames 2 between two supporting frames 1; when the folding frame 2 is expanded, it can be connected not only to the supporting frame 1, but also to the folding frame 2.

[0080] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the functional component 3 is installed on the supporting frame 1 and / or the folding frame 2; the functional component is used for pets to climb, rest, eat and entertain;

[0081] Specifically, the functional component 3 in the illustrated structure is a ladder, and the functional component 3 can also be configured as a pet food bowl, a climbing frame, an entertainment toy, etc. to meet the living needs of the pet;

[0082] Specifically, the functional component 3 can be installed in the space of different folding unit structures, can be installed in the same space, or can be installed outside;

[0083] In some embodiments, the functional component 3 may be mounted on a rigid baffle 22;

[0084] In some embodiments, the functional component 3 and the baffle 22 are integrated into an integral structure.

[0085] like Figure 8 As shown, the external shell 4 covers the folding unit structure, the external shell 4 is connected to the supporting frame 1 and / or the folding frame 2, and the external shell 4 has at least one side with an open structure;

[0086] As in the above structure, in some embodiments, for the sake of aesthetics, an external shell 4 may be arranged on the folding unit structure, and the external shell 4 may be connected to the supporting frame 1 or the folding frame 2. For the need of pets to enter and exit, at least one side of the external shell 4 is set to an open structure;

[0087] Specifically, the baffle 22 in any frame can be removed to allow the pet to enter and exit, and a door opening can also be opened on the baffle 22.

[0088] Specific implementation steps:

[0089] First, longitudinal beams 211 and transverse beams 212 are used to integrate the frame 21, and connecting beams 213 and baffles 22 are used to integrate the frame 21, and then multiple frames 21 are assembled on the support frame 1 to integrate the folding frame 2, and then baffles 22 are arranged according to usage requirements, and then multiple folding unit structures are integrated, and functional components 3 are assembled simultaneously to form a pet house;

[0090] An external housing 4 may also be installed to enhance the appearance and structure;

[0091] Of course, the functional components 3 and the external shell 4 may not be arranged, and the structure may be applied to the fields of furniture, item storage, etc.

[0092] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A folding unit structure, characterized in that: It comprises at least one supporting frame (1) and at least one folding frame (2), wherein: The support frame (1) is a through-type structure, and the folding frame (2) is provided on at least one side of the support frame (1); The folding frame (2) comprises a plurality of frames (21) and baffles (22); the frames (21) are hinged to the supporting frame (1); and the baffles (22) are detachably mounted in the frames (21); After being folded, the plurality of frames (21) are fitted onto the support frame (1), or the frames (21) are fitted onto each other, so that the support frame (1) and the folding frame (2) are formed into a rectangular structure as a whole; After the plurality of frames (21) are unfolded, they have a cross section (201) with the same area as the support frame (1), and the cross section (201) is used for extending and arranging another support frame (1).

2. The folding unit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame (1) comprises two parallel side plates (11) and two parallel connecting plates (12), and the two ends of the connecting plates (12) respectively abut against one of the side plates (11) to form a rectangular frame structure; The frame (21) is hingedly provided on the two side panels (11) and the two connecting panels (12).

3. The folding unit structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The frame (21) hinged to the side plate (11) has two parallel longitudinal beams (211) and two parallel transverse beams (212) to form a rectangular frame structure; One of the longitudinal beams (211) is hinged to the side plate (11), and the longitudinal beam (211) and the side plate (11) have the same length; The two ends of the cross beam (212) each abut against one longitudinal beam (211), and the sum of the length of the cross beam (212) and the thickness of the two longitudinal beams (211) is half the length of the connecting plate (12); The baffle (22) is arranged between the two longitudinal beams (211) and the two transverse beams (212).

4. The folding unit structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The frame (21) hinged to the connecting plate (12) has two parallel connecting beams (213), the two connecting beams (213) are connected via the baffle (22), and the connecting beams (213) and the connecting plate (12) have the same length; The distance between the relatively distant sides of the two connecting beams (213) is half the length of the side plate (11).

5. The folding unit structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cross section of the connecting beam (213) is a square structure, and the cross section of the connecting plate (12) is a rectangular structure; The sum of the thickness of one connecting beam (213) and the width of the connecting plate (12) is equal to the width of the side plate (11); or the sum of the thickness of two connecting beams (213) and the width of the connecting plate (12) is equal to the width of the side plate (11).

6. The folding unit structure according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: A folding frame (2) is provided on each side of the supporting frame (1).

7. A pet house, characterized in that: It comprises the folding unit structure as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. The pet house according to claim 7, characterized in that: There are multiple folding unit structures, each of which comprises a supporting frame (1) and two folding frames (2). The folding unit structures are arranged in a stacked, parallel or row structure, wherein: When the folding unit structures are stacked or arranged in parallel, the support frames (1) of the plurality of folding unit structures are in contact with each other, and the folding frames (2) of the plurality of folding unit structures are in contact with each other; When the folding unit structures are arranged in a row, the supporting frames (1) and the folding frames (2) of the plurality of folding unit structures are arranged alternately.

9. The pet house according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also comprises a functional component (3), wherein the functional component (3) is mounted on the supporting frame (1) and / or the folding frame (2); The functional component (3) is used for pets to climb, rest, eat and entertain.

10. A pet house, characterized in that: The folding unit structure comprises the folding unit structure according to any one of claims 1 to 6, and further comprises an external shell (4), wherein the external shell (4) covers the folding unit structure. The outer shell (4) is connected to the supporting frame (1) and / or the folding frame (2). Furthermore, the outer shell (4) has at least one side with an open structure.

Images