Folding dulcimer

By designing folding yangqin with multiple folding blocks and articulated structures, the existing yangqin is solved, the portability and versatility of the yangqin is realized, the risk of handling damage is reduced, and the richness of the timbre is enhanced.

CN120014997APending Publication Date: 2025-05-16周旭亮
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Application Number
CN202411952011.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-27
Publication Date
2025-05-16

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Technical Problem

The existing yangqin is large and bulky, which is inconvenient to carry and carry, and is easily damaged during handling.

Method used

A folding yangqin is designed, adopting multiple folding blocks and articulated structures, equipped with trigger keys, control panels and multiple rotation interfaces. Through the design of the locking structure and movable plate, the yangqin is conveniently folded and fixed.

Benefits of technology

The portability and versatility of the yangqin are realized, reducing the risk of damage during handling, and connecting to the computer through the relay interface, enhancing the richness of the tone.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a folding dulcimer which comprises a first folding block, a second folding block, a third folding block and a fourth folding block, the side wall of the first folding block is hinged to the side wall of the second folding block, the side wall of the second folding block is hinged to the third folding block, and the side wall of the third folding block is hinged to the fourth folding block. The first folding block, the second folding block, the third folding block and the fourth folding block are each provided with a trigger key, and the first folding block is provided with a control panel. The second folding block is provided with a first containing groove used for containing the first folding block, the third folding block is provided with a second containing groove used for containing the fourth folding block, and the second folding block and the third folding block can be overturned to be in a parallel state. The mobile phone has the function of being convenient to carry.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of musical instruments, and in particular relates to a foldable dulcimer. Background Art

[0002] The dulcimer is a relatively large and heavy instrument among traditional Chinese musical instruments, but it is also an indispensable instrument. Therefore, it is very inconvenient to carry the dulcimer when performing outside. It requires the assistance of multiple people to carry it, and the dulcimer is easily damaged during the transportation process. Summary of the invention

[0003] The content of this application is used to introduce concepts in a brief form, which will be described in detail in the detailed implementation section below. The content of this application is not intended to identify the key features or essential features of the technical solution claimed for protection, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the technical solution claimed for protection.

[0004] In order to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides a folding dulcimer.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical scheme: a folding dulcimer, comprising at least two folding blocks, two adjacent folding blocks are hinged together, and the folding blocks are provided with trigger keys and a control panel.

[0006] Furthermore, one of the folding blocks is provided with a plurality of transfer interfaces.

[0007] Furthermore, the folding dulcimer includes a first folding block, a second folding block, a third folding block and a fourth folding block, the first folding block is hinged to the side wall of the second folding block, the second folding block is hinged to the third folding block, the third folding block is hinged to the fourth folding block, and the control panel is arranged on the first folding block; the second folding block is provided with a first accommodating groove for accommodating the first folding block, the third folding block is provided with a second accommodating groove for accommodating the fourth folding block, and the second folding block and the third folding block can be flipped to a parallel state.

[0008] Furthermore, a second protrusion is provided on the bottom surface of the second folding block, a second movable groove is provided on the second protrusion, a first push rod is passed through the second movable groove, a third connecting rod is provided on the first push rod, a third movable groove for movement of the third connecting rod is provided on the side wall of the second movable groove, and a push plate is provided at one end of the third movable groove.

[0009] Furthermore, the second folding block is provided with a first through slot, the third folding block is provided with a second through slot, a movable plate is passed through the second through slot, a fourth movable slot is provided on the movable plate, a fixed block is provided in the fourth movable slot, and a slope is provided on the fixed block.

[0010] Furthermore, a second movable cavity communicated with the fourth movable groove is provided on the movable plate, an extension plate is provided on the fixed block, and a third return spring is provided on the extension plate; an extension rod is provided on the second protrusion, and a fifth movable groove communicated with the second movable groove is provided on the extension rod, a second push rod is provided on the first push rod, and the second push rod passes through the fifth movable groove, and a groove corresponding to the second push rod is provided on the side wall of the second movable cavity.

[0011] Furthermore, a magnetic block is provided on the first folding block, and a magnetic attraction block is provided in the first receiving groove.

[0012] Furthermore, a lock body is provided on the first folding block, and a hook body is provided in the first receiving groove.

[0013] Furthermore, a buckle is provided on the first folding block, and a clamping slot is provided in the first receiving slot.

[0014] Furthermore, a connecting groove is provided at one end of the third folding block, a connecting shaft is provided in the connecting groove, a turntable is provided on the connecting shaft, an arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the turntable, a first groove corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the third folding block, and a second groove corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the second folding block.

[0015] The invention is beneficial in that it provides a foldable dulcimer which is easy to carry. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The drawings constituting a part of this application are used to provide a further understanding of this application, so that other features, purposes and advantages of this application become more obvious. The illustrative embodiment drawings and their descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an improper limitation on this application.

[0017] In addition, throughout the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals represent the same or similar elements. It should be understood that the drawings are schematic and that the components and elements are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0018] In the attached picture:

[0019] Figure 1 The figure is a schematic diagram of the unfolding of a foldable dulcimer in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the folding of the foldable dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the interface of the foldable dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in .

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the second folding block of the folding dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0024] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the movable plate of the folding dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of point B in .

[0026] Figure 8 for Figure 1 Bottom view of the folding dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0027] Fig. 9 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the extension rod of the folding dulcimer in the illustrated embodiment.

[0028] Fig.10 for Fig. 9 Enlarged view of point C in the figure.

[0029] The meanings of the reference numerals in the figures are as follows:

[0030] 101, first folding block; 102, second folding block; 1021, first accommodating groove; 103, third folding block; 1031, second accommodating groove; 104, fourth folding block; 105, control panel; 107, adapter; 108, second groove; 115, turntable; 116, second protrusion; 117, movable plate; 118, first push rod; 119, push plate; 120, extension rod; 121, second push rod; 122, fixed block; 1221, extension plate; 1222, third return spring; 123, first protrusion; 125, third protrusion; 126, second guide rod; 1261, limit groove; 127, limit block; 1271, second connecting rod; 1272, end plate; 1273, second return spring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although certain embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. On the contrary, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the drawings and embodiments of the present disclosure are only for exemplary purposes and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0032] It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to the invention are shown in the drawings. In the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0033] It should be noted that the concepts such as "first" and "second" mentioned in the present disclosure are only used to distinguish different devices, modules or units, and are not used to limit the order or interdependence of the functions performed by these devices, modules or units.

[0034] It should be noted that the modifications of "one" and "plurality" mentioned in the present disclosure are illustrative rather than restrictive, and those skilled in the art should understand that unless otherwise clearly indicated in the context, it should be understood as "one or more".

[0035] The names of the messages or information exchanged between multiple devices in the embodiments of the present disclosure are only used for illustrative purposes and are not used to limit the scope of these messages or information.

[0036] The present disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with embodiments.

[0037] like Figure 1-10 As shown, a folding dulcimer is composed of a plurality of folding blocks, preferably four folding blocks, the four folding blocks include a first folding block 101, a second folding block 102, a third folding block 103 and a fourth folding block 104, the first folding block 101 is hinged to the side wall of the second folding block 102, the second folding block 102 is hinged to the third folding block 103, the third folding block 103 is hinged to the fourth folding block 104, and the above-mentioned hinges are connected by hinges; the first folding block 101, the second folding block 102, the third folding block 103 and the fourth folding block 104 are respectively provided with A trigger key, a control panel 105 is provided on the first folding block 101; the first folding block 101, the second folding block 102, the third folding block 103 and the fourth folding block 104 are unfolded to form the body of the dulcimer, and the string arrangement of the dulcimer is the same as that of an ordinary dulcimer, and can be used as an ordinary dulcimer; the second folding block 102 is provided with a first receiving groove 1021 for receiving the first folding block 101, and the third folding block 103 is provided with a second receiving groove 1031 for receiving the fourth folding block 104, and the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 can be flipped to a parallel state.

[0038] Furthermore, one end of the second folding block 102 is provided with a plurality of adapter interfaces 107, including USB, HDMI and other interfaces. When the dulcimer is in use, the dulcimer output signal can be connected to the computer through an adapter cable, and the sound processing software in the computer can be used to obtain richer timbre. At the same time, the performance of the session can be converted into electrical signals for storage, thereby meeting the multifunctionality of the dulcimer outdoor performance.

[0039] A second protrusion 116 is provided on the bottom surface of the second folding block 102, a second movable groove is provided on the second protrusion 116, a first push rod 118 passes through the second movable groove, a third connecting rod is provided on the first push rod 118, a third movable groove for the third connecting rod to move is provided on the side wall of the second movable groove, and a push plate 119 is provided at one end of the third movable groove.

[0040] The second folding block 102 is provided with a first through groove, the third folding block 103 is provided with a second through groove, a movable plate 117 is passed through the second through groove, the movable plate 117 can move in the second through groove but cannot escape from the second through groove; the movable plate 117 is provided with a fourth movable groove, a fixed block 122 is provided in the fourth movable groove, and the fixed block 122 is provided with an inclined surface.

[0041] A second movable cavity communicated with the fourth movable groove is provided on the movable plate 117, an extension plate 1221 is provided on the fixed block 122, and a third return spring 1222 is provided on the extension plate 1221; an extension rod 120 is provided on the second protrusion 116, and a fifth movable groove communicated with the second movable groove is provided on the extension rod 120, a second push rod 121 is provided on the first push rod 118, and the second push rod 121 passes through the fifth movable groove, and a groove corresponding to the second push rod 121 is provided on the side wall of the second movable cavity.

[0042] The first folding block is provided with a locking structure, which can be a magnetic block, a buckle or a snap buckle. When a magnetic block is provided on the first folding block, a corresponding magnetic block is provided in the first accommodating groove, and the magnetic block is made of iron alloy; when the buckle structure is adopted, the lock body on the buckle is provided on the first folding block, and the hook body on the buckle is provided in the first accommodating groove; when the snap buckle is provided on the first folding block, a snap groove corresponding to the buckle is provided in the first accommodating groove; the fourth folding block is also provided with a locking structure, so that when the first folding block and the fourth folding block are in the first accommodating groove and the second accommodating groove, the first folding block and the fourth folding block can be fixed in the first accommodating groove and the second accommodating groove.

[0043] A connecting groove is provided at one end of the third folding block 103, a connecting shaft is provided in the connecting groove, a turntable 115 is provided on the connecting shaft, an arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the turntable 115, a first groove corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the third folding block 103, and a second groove 108 corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the second folding block 102; a handle is provided on the turntable 115 to facilitate the user to push the turntable 115 to rotate.

[0044] When the dulcimer is in use, the first folding block 101, the second folding block 102, the third folding block 103 and the fourth folding block 104 are unfolded so that the dulcimer is laid flat on the table, the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are directly placed on the table, and the first folding block 101 and the fourth folding block 104 are on the same plane as the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103, which is convenient for performers to play.

[0045] When storing the dulcimer, the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are rotated relative to the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 with the adjacent sides of the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 as the support axis, so that the surfaces of the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are fitted together to reduce the volume of the dulcimer, the first folding block 101 is turned over into the first receiving groove 1021, and the fourth folding block 104 is turned over into the second receiving groove 1031, so as to further reduce the volume of the dulcimer and make it convenient to store and carry the dulcimer; the first folding block and the fourth folding block are fixed in the first receiving groove and the second receiving groove by using the locking structure, so that the dulcimer The folded dulcimer is more compact, preventing the first folding block 101 from falling out of the first receiving slot 1021; when the first folding block 101 flips into the first receiving slot 1021, it pushes the movable plate 117 to move, at which time the first through slot and the second through slot are aligned, and the first folding block 101 pushes the movable plate 117 from the second through slot into the first through slot, and the fixed block 122 is against the side wall of the first through slot, and the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are connected together by the fixed block 122 and the movable plate 117, preventing the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 from being dispersed when the dulcimer is carried.

[0046] When the first folding block 101 is in the first accommodating groove 1021, the push plate 119 abuts against the end plate 1272, the end plate 1272 drives the limit block 127 to move, the limit block 127 moves and is embedded in the limit groove 1261, and the limit block 127 fixes the second guide rod 126 in the guide groove; when the fourth folding block 104 is in the second accommodating groove 1031, the end plate 1272 on the fourth folding block 104 abuts against the push plate 119 of the third protrusion 125, and the first connecting rod 106 on the fourth folding block 104 is also fixed. At this time, the first connecting rod 106 can be used as a handle to facilitate the transportation of the folded dulcimer.

[0047] After the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are flipped and fitted together, the turntable 115 is rotated. The turntable 115 rotates so that the arc-shaped connecting block is transferred into the second groove 108. The second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are fixed together by the disc and the arc-shaped connecting block to ensure the stability of the dulcimer during transportation.

[0048] When the dulcimer needs to be used again, the first push rod 118 is pushed to move, and the first push rod 118 drives the second push rod 121 to move toward the movable plate 117, and the second push rod 121 drives the extension plate 1221 to move so that the fixed block 122 enters the fourth movable groove, and the turntable 115 is rotated to turn the arc-shaped connecting block into the first groove, and the second folding block 102 and the third folding block 103 are opened; when the first push rod 118 moves, it drives the push plate 119 to move together, and the push plate 119 moves away from one side of the end plate 1272, and the second return spring 1273 drives the end plate 1272 to move so that the limit block 127 moves out of the limit groove 1261, unlocks the locking structure on the first folding block and the fourth folding block, and flips the first folding block 101 and the fourth folding block 104 to unfold the dulcimer to meet the needs of outdoor performances.

[0049] The above descriptions are only some preferred embodiments of the present disclosure and an explanation of the technical principles used. Those skilled in the art should understand that the scope of the invention involved in the embodiments of the present disclosure is not limited to the technical solutions formed by a specific combination of the above-mentioned technical features, but should also cover other technical solutions formed by any combination of the above-mentioned technical features or their equivalent features without departing from the above-mentioned inventive concept. For example, the above-mentioned features are replaced with the technical features with similar functions disclosed in the embodiments of the present disclosure (but not limited to) and the technical solutions formed.

Claims

1. A folding dulcimer, characterized in that: It comprises at least two folding blocks, and two adjacent folding blocks are hinged together; and a trigger key and a control panel are arranged on the folding blocks.

2. The folding dulcimer according to claim 1, characterized in that: One of the folding blocks is provided with a plurality of transfer interfaces.

3. The folding dulcimer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The invention comprises a first folding block, a second folding block, a third folding block and a fourth folding block, wherein the first folding block is hinged to a side wall of the second folding block, the second folding block is hinged to the third folding block, the third folding block is hinged to the fourth folding block, and the control panel is arranged on the first folding block; the second folding block is provided with a first accommodating groove for accommodating the first folding block, the third folding block is provided with a second accommodating groove for accommodating the fourth folding block, and the second folding block and the third folding block can be flipped to a parallel state.

4. The folding dulcimer according to claim 3, characterized in that: A second protrusion is provided on the bottom surface of the second folding block, a second movable groove is provided on the second protrusion, a first push rod is passed through the second movable groove, a third connecting rod is provided on the first push rod, a third movable groove for the third connecting rod to move is provided on the side wall of the second movable groove, and a push plate is provided at one end of the third movable groove.

5. The folding dulcimer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second folding block is provided with a first through slot, the third folding block is provided with a second through slot, a movable plate is passed through the second through slot, a fourth movable slot is provided on the movable plate, a fixed block is provided in the fourth movable slot, and a slope is provided on the fixed block.

6. The folding dulcimer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The movable plate is provided with a second movable cavity communicated with the fourth movable groove, the fixed block is provided with an extension plate, and the extension plate is provided with a third return spring; the second protrusion is provided with an extension rod, and the extension rod is provided with a fifth movable groove communicated with the second movable groove, the first push rod is provided with a second push rod, the second push rod passes through the fifth movable groove, and the side wall of the second movable cavity is provided with a groove corresponding to the second push rod.

7. The folding dulcimer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A magnetic block is disposed on the first folding block, and a magnetic attraction block is disposed in the first receiving groove.

8. The folding dulcimer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A lock body is provided on the first folding block, and a hook body is provided in the first receiving groove.

9. The folding dulcimer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A buckle is provided on the first folding block, and a clamping slot is provided in the first accommodating slot.

10. The folding dulcimer according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting groove is provided at one end of the third folding block, a connecting shaft is provided in the connecting groove, a turntable is provided on the connecting shaft, an arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the turntable, a first groove corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the third folding block, and a second groove corresponding to the arc-shaped connecting block is provided on the second folding block.