Openable container with opening angle limitation, connecting element and connecting
The connection design that combines radial and parallel motion solves the problems of difficult one-handed operation and accidental disengagement of the connection elements in the prior art, achieving a safer and simplified connection method to protect the items in the container.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510302500.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-03-14
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-14
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-16
AI Technical Summary
The connection elements in the prior art have potential for improvement in terms of assembly and durability. In particular, they cannot be operated with one hand and are easily accidentally disconnected, resulting in damage or loss of items.
By designing the independent movement modes of the retaining element and the connecting device in the radial direction and parallel to the pivot axis, the connecting element can be assembled with one hand, and the combined structure of the locking tongue and the receiving sleeve prevents accidental disengagement.
The invention realizes simplified assembly of the connection element and improved safety, prevents accidental disconnection, and protects the integrity of the contents of the container.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The invention relates to a container, such as a bag or a suitcase, and also to a connecting element for a container of the type described and a connecting element set having such a connecting element. Background Art
[0002] The container of the type in question has at least two frame elements, which circumferentially surround an internal receiving space for receiving items. The two frame elements are connected to each other on one side and can be opened about a pivot axis from a closed state of the container to an open state of the container. The maximum opening angle of the frame elements is limited by means of at least one connecting element. In order to connect the connecting element to the frame element, the connecting element has at least two connecting means and at least two retaining members. The frame elements each have, on an inner wall, on a side section extending radially with respect to the pivot axis, at least one mating connecting means for releasably connecting to the connecting means of the connecting element and at least one mating retaining member for releasably connecting to the retaining member of the connecting element, corresponding to each other. It is provided that in order to connect a connecting means to a corresponding mating connecting means, the connecting means can be moved parallel to the pivot axis toward the respectively corresponding mating connecting means.
[0003] Containers of this type are known, in particular, in the form of briefcases or document boxes, but also in the form of handbags. Typically, the frame element itself is designed as a shell or forms a support for stabilizing the shell, which is typically flexible and often made of textile. The container has connecting elements that limit the maximum opening angle, with two frame elements typically being sewn together with a substantially triangular textile fabric as a connecting element to limit the maximum opening angle.
[0004] Known connecting elements can be releasably fastened to corresponding side sections of a frame element, wherein the corresponding connecting element is fastened on one side to a first side section of the frame element and on the other side to a corresponding side section of another frame element that is opposite the side section of the frame element with respect to the pivot axis. Releasable connecting elements have the advantage that the container is more modular and, in particular, more adaptable. Containers with releasable connecting elements also simplify repairs if the corresponding connecting element is damaged, for example, because it is not necessary to open / separate seams or adhesive connections.
[0005] The releasable connection between the connecting element and the frame element is often provided by a connecting device and a mating connecting device, respectively. This connection is particularly configured as a button connection or a hook-and-loop connection. It is known that the connecting element with the connecting device has a first button connection element or a hook-and-loop connection element, and the corresponding frame element has a corresponding mating connecting device, a second button connection element or a hook-and-loop connection element. The connecting device and the mating connecting device engage by a movement parallel to the pivot axis, so that the connecting element and the frame element are connected. Usually, the connecting element is also connected to the frame element by a plurality of button connections or a long hook-and-loop connection strip.
[0006] Furthermore, containers are known in which the maximum opening angle is set by connecting, in particular sewing, two frame elements to a substantially triangular textile fabric.
[0007] Combinations of connection methods are also known, such that the connecting element comprises not only a connecting element but also a fixing element. In this case, the frame element comprises corresponding mating fixing elements and mating connecting elements. It is known that the fixing element and the mating fixing element are designed as a hook-and-loop fastener, while the connecting element and the mating connecting element are designed as a push-button fastener. Advantageously, this known variant provides a large adhesive surface with the hook-and-loop fastener, and a high holding force with the push-button fastener.
[0008] Furthermore, it is known from the prior art to connect two housing shells that can be opened relative to one another about a pivot axis by means of two connecting elements, such that a first side section of a first frame element is connected to a first side section of a second frame element by means of a first connecting element, and a second side section of the first frame element is connected to a second side section of the second frame element by means of a second connecting element. Advantageously, in this variant, the connecting elements act together as room dividers by being connected to one another parallel to the pivot axis.
[0009] However, the connecting elements known from the prior art show potential for improvement in terms of assembly and / or durability. In particular, the known connecting elements cannot be assembled on the frame elements by a user single-handedly. Because in containers known from the prior art, the connecting element and the retaining element can be detached from each other in the same separation direction parallel to the pivot axis for detachment, such connections, in particular combinations of push-button connections and hook-and-loop connections, can accidentally detach simultaneously when a specific detachment force parallel to the pivot axis is exceeded. This usually results in the two frame elements no longer being able to open at a limited angle relative to each other, and the frame elements opening uncontrollably about the pivot axis. Accidental detachment of the connecting element often results in damage or loss of items stored in the container's storage space. Summary of the Invention
[0010] The object of the present invention is to provide a hinged container with an opening angle limitation which overcomes the disadvantages known from the prior art, in particular has a simplified assembly and preferably has increased safety against accidental opening.
[0011] According to the invention, this object is achieved by the features of claim 1. In order to connect the retaining element to the corresponding mating retaining element, the retaining element can be moved radially relative to the pivot axis towards the respectively corresponding mating retaining element, thereby advantageously enabling one-handed assembly of the connecting element with the corresponding side section of the frame element. In addition, the combination of the two directions of movement makes gripping superfluous. Preferably, the user can take the corresponding section of the connecting element with one hand and first move the connecting element radially relative to the pivot axis in sequence, so that the retaining element and the mating retaining element are connected radially relative to the pivot axis by means of this movement. The user can then move the connecting element, in particular without having to grip it again, so that the connecting element moves parallel to the pivot axis and is connected to the corresponding mating connecting element. In order to connect the connecting element to the mating connecting element, it can be provided that the connecting element can be pivoted about the connection between the mating retaining element and the retaining element, so that the connecting element can be moved essentially parallel to the pivot axis.
[0012] Another advantage of the present invention is that the retaining element can be disengaged from the mating retaining element by a first disengaging movement directed radially relative to the pivot axis, while the connecting element can be disengaged from the mating connecting element by a second disengaging movement directed parallel to the pivot axis. Therefore, the first and second disengaging movements are not directed in the same direction, thereby preventing / reducing the risk of unintended disengagement due to disengagement forces acting in a specific direction, in particular disengagement forces directed parallel to the pivot axis.
[0013] Within the scope of the present invention, the container can be configured as a suitcase, a bag, in particular a handbag.The container is also not limited to a specific embodiment, such as a hard-shell suitcase.
[0014] Preferably, the frame element itself is configured as a box shell or is integrally connected to a hard or flexible box shell. Within the framework of the present invention, the frame element is configured in such a way that a support for stabilizing a box shell that is particularly flexible, often textile, can be provided.
[0015] In an advantageous embodiment of the present invention, the mating retainer is designed as a locking tongue extending radially away from the pivot axis toward the free end. Correspondingly, the corresponding retainer formed on the connecting element is designed as a correspondingly configured receiving sleeve. Advantageously, in this variant, the connection between the retainer and the mating retainer is established by virtue of the receiving sleeve being pluggable onto the locking tongue radially relative to the pivot axis. The receiving sleeve preferably has a closed annular contour, which offers the particular advantage of positively locking the retainer against release forces acting perpendicularly to the locking tongue extending radially relative to the pivot axis. This advantageously prevents unintended release.
[0016] In particular, it can be provided that the receiving sleeve has an inner diameter adapted to the locking tongue such that the manually producible expansion force required to arrange the receiving sleeve on the locking tongue or the locking tongue in the receiving sleeve also holds the receiving sleeve in a force-fitting manner on the locking tongue.
[0017] Additionally or alternatively, it can be provided that the connection between the connecting element and the mating connecting element supports the connection of the retaining element, in particular the receiving sleeve, and the mating retaining element, in particular the locking tongue, and / or limits the movement of the retaining element in such a way that the retaining element cannot be detached from the mating retaining element as long as the connecting element and the mating connecting element are connected.
[0018] According to an optional variant, the locking tongue extends radially relative to the pivot axis toward the free end, in which variant the expansion forces and the force-locking connection of the accommodating sleeve on the locking tongue, and / or the support and movement limitation of the connection between the connecting element and the mating connecting element, in particular prevent the accommodating sleeve from being separated from the locking tongue due to gravity.
[0019] Within the scope of the present invention, the connecting element is preferably detachably connected to a corresponding correspondingly constructed mating connecting element by form-locking, in particular by means of a Velcro connection, or force-locking, or force-positive, in particular by means of a threaded connection, preferably by means of a latching connection, for example by means of a push-button connection.
[0020] The production of the container is preferably simplified by arranging one mating connector and one mating retainer on a common mounting plate. The mounting plate is advantageously already arranged or can be arranged on the inner circumferential wall of the side section of the frame element. This variant has the advantage that the mating retainer can be arranged independently of the frame components relative to the mating connector, which simplifies assembly, particularly with regard to accessibility of the individual components. The mounting plate can, in turn, be screwed and / or integrally attached to the frame element, in particular, adhesively bonded.
[0021] Can also improve manufacturing and assembling safety in addition, its mode is, according to a kind of favourable variant, at least the mating retainer is integrally constructed with the assembly plate.Especially, the mating retainer is constructed together with the assembly plate as the bolt material, especially with the punching bending process manufacturing.
[0022] The connecting element is preferably adapted to the respective maximum opening angle of the two frame elements. Since the connecting element has a triangular or trapezoidal cross section, particularly preferably a symmetrical trapezoidal cross section, radially relative to the pivot axis, the connecting element can particularly effectively fill or close the essentially V-shaped gap that widens in the direction of the pivot axis when the frame elements are opened.
[0023] According to an advantageous variant of the container, the container has two connecting elements arranged axially offset with respect to the pivot axis, each of which connects two frame elements arranged opposite each other with respect to the pivot axis. The four frame elements and the two connecting elements are embodied or connected to each other, in particular, according to one of the aforementioned embodiments. The two connecting elements limit the frame elements to the same maximum opening angle relative to each other.
[0024] Furthermore, the use of two connecting elements offers the advantage that the maximum opening angle can be maintained even under increased stresses, such as high forces acting on the frame element in the circumferential direction around the pivot axis. This also allows the frame element itself to be constructed to be heavier or more robust, particularly for reasons of protection or design. Another advantage is that, in the open state of the container, the frame elements do not twist relative to one another and preferably assume an open position that is mirror-symmetrical with respect to the pivot axis. Due to internal stresses, twisting of the frame elements relative to one another can negatively affect the frame elements and / or the connection between the two frame elements in the region of the pivot axis, such as one or more hinges.
[0025] This advantageous variant with two connecting elements provides, by way of example, that two frame elements that can be folded open to one another about a pivot axis are each connected to one another by means of two connecting elements, so that a first side section of a first frame element is connected to a first side section of a second frame element by means of the first connecting element and a second side section of the first frame element is connected to a second side section of the second frame element by means of the second connecting element.
[0026] Advantageously, the two connecting elements are connected by at least one room divider extending parallel to the pivot axis, in particular to form a connecting element group. Within the scope of the present invention, according to an advantageous variant, the room divider is detachably arranged on the two connecting elements. The room divider itself can advantageously be designed so that it meets different functional requirements. In particular, the room divider can include a pocket for accommodating objects, preferably a register for sorting objects and / or documents, advantageously at least one organizing compartment that can be closed with a zipper or Velcro, and preferably a pocket that is protected against NFC signals.
[0027] Preferably, the container, in particular the frame element and / or the connecting element and / or the space divider, has an electronic device, such as a battery for charging mobile devices, and / or a positioning device, in particular a GPS sensor or a Bluetooth transmitter, such as an Apple Airtag and / or other types of anti-theft devices.
[0028] The container expediently has a locking device, for example a key lock and / or a combination lock, which keeps the container in its closed state and makes it difficult for unauthorized persons to open the container.
[0029] In a special variant of the invention, the container has three frame elements, two of which are each designed as a housing shell or as a holder for a housing shell, and one frame element is designed as an intermediate part arranged between the housing shells. The frame elements designed as intermediate parts are pivotally connected to a respective frame element on opposite sides in the aforementioned manner about a respective pivot axis.
[0030] Furthermore, the object underlying the present invention is achieved by means of a connecting element for limiting the maximum opening angle of a container, in particular a bag or a luggage case, of the aforementioned type. The connecting element according to the invention has the features of the connecting element according to at least one of the aforementioned embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0031] Further advantageous embodiments of the invention are apparent from the following description of the figures and the dependent claims.
[0032] The accompanying drawings show:
[0033] Figure 1 : A perspective view of a variant of the container with the first embodiment of the connecting element in the open state,
[0034] Figure 2 : A perspective view of another embodiment of a connecting element and a rear perspective view of a variant of a mounting plate for arrangement on a frame element,
[0035] Figure 3 :according to Figure 2Perspective view of a partial area of a connecting element and according to Figure 2 Front perspective view of the assembly panel and
[0036] Figure 4 : A perspective view of a partial area of another variant of a container with a disconnected connecting element, wherein Figure 2 and Figure 3 The mounting plate is mounted in a side section on the inner wall of the frame element of the container.
[0037] In the different figures of the drawings, identical parts are always provided with the same reference signs.
[0038] With reference to the following description, it is stated that the present invention is not limited to these exemplary embodiments and in this case to all or several features of the described feature combinations, but rather that each individual partial feature of each exemplary embodiment, even isolated from all other partial features described in connection therewith, is meaningful for the subject matter of the invention both individually and in combination with any feature of the other exemplary embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0039] exist Figure 1 1 shows a container 1 having at least two frame elements 2 which circumferentially surround an inner receiving space for receiving items. Figure 1 The container 1 shown in FIG. 1 is designed as a handbag, wherein the frame element 2 is designed to be connected to two hard shells 4 .
[0040] As in Figure 1 As shown in FIG, the frame elements 2 are connected to each other on one side and can be opened about a pivot axis X from a closed state (not shown) of the container 1 to a closed state of the container 1. Figure 1 The open state is shown in .
[0041] With at least one Figure 1 、 2 The connecting element 6 shown in FIG. 3 limits the maximum opening angle of the frame element 2. The connecting element 6 is foldable so that the connecting element is folded up when the frame element 2 is closed or in the closed state of the container 1. Preferably, the connecting element 6 is made of textile and / or leather and / or artificial leather.
[0042] Connecting element 6 as in Figure 2 , which is shown as having at least two connecting means 8 and at least two retaining members 10 for connecting to the frame element 2. The frame element 2 has at least one corresponding mating connecting means 14 on the inner wall on a side section 12 extending radially relative to the pivot axis X for detachably connecting to the connecting means 8 of the connecting element 6, and at least one mating retaining member 16 for detachably connecting to the retaining member 10 of the connecting element 6. The arrangement of the mating retaining member 16 and the mating connecting means 14 is shown as an example in FIG. Figure 4 1 is shown in the side section 12 of the frame element 2 .
[0043] In order to connect a connecting element to a corresponding mating connecting element 14, the corresponding connecting element 8 can be moved parallel to the pivot axis X towards the respectively corresponding mating connecting element 14. Figure 1 and Figure 4 1 and 2. The movement direction 18 for connecting the connecting element 8 and the mating connecting element 14 is marked in FIG. Correspondingly, in order to disconnect the connection, the connecting element 8 can be moved parallel to the pivot axis X in the direction opposite to the corresponding mating connecting element 14.
[0044] According to the present invention, in order to connect the holding element 10 to the corresponding counter-holding element 16, the holding element 10 can be moved radially relative to the pivot axis X toward the respectively corresponding counter-holding element 16. Figure 1 and 4 , a movement direction 20 is marked for connecting the holder 10 and the mating holder 16. Correspondingly, in order to disconnect the connection, the holder 10 can be moved radially relative to the pivot axis X in the direction opposite to the corresponding mating holder 16.
[0045] exist Figure 1 , it is advantageously shown that the movement direction 20′ of the retaining element 10 for separating from the corresponding mating retaining element 16 is oriented perpendicularly to the movement direction 18′ for separating the connecting element from the mating connecting element 14. In particular, this provides a more secure connection between the connecting element 6 and the corresponding frame element 2 and advantageously prevents unintentional disconnection.
[0046] According to Figures 2 to 4 In the advantageous variant shown in FIG, the counterpart retainer 16 is configured as a locking tongue 22 extending radially away from the pivot axis X toward the free end, in particular Figure 4 Preferably, the retaining element 10 is designed as a correspondingly designed receiving sleeve 24 , wherein the receiving sleeve 24 is designed to be pluggable onto the locking tongue 22 in the radial direction relative to the pivot axis X.
[0047] Figure 3 Another preferred embodiment is shown, according to which the connecting element 8 and the mating connecting element 14 are configured to be corresponding to each other as a latching connection, in particular a push-button connection. In an example not shown, the corresponding connecting element 8 and the correspondingly configured mating connecting element 14 are configured as a hook-and-loop connection or a screw connection.
[0048] A preferred embodiment of the present invention is particularly Figures 2 to 4 According to this embodiment, each of a mating connection element 14 and a mating retaining element 16 is arranged on a common mounting plate 26. The mounting plate 26 is preferably constructed so that the mounting plate is as shown in FIG. Figure 4 As shown in FIG, it is arranged / can be arranged on the inner peripheral wall in the side section 12 of the frame element 2. It is expedient that the mounting plate 26 can have a mounting hole 28 so that the mounting plate 26 and the frame element 2 are connected as shown in FIG. Figure 4 Alternatively or in addition, the mounting plate 26 can be fixed to the frame element 2 by means of a material-locked connection, in particular an adhesive connection. Preferably, an adhesive film 30 is arranged on the back of the mounting plate 26 facing the frame element 2, as shown in FIG. Figure 2 As shown in FIG, the mounting plate 26 can be alternatively or additionally fastened to the frame element 2 by means of the adhesive film.
[0049] According to a preferred embodiment of the mounting plate 26, at least the counter-holder 16 is integrally constructed with the mounting plate 26. Figures 2 to 4 , a particularly preferred variant of the mounting plate 26 is shown in FIG, wherein the mounting plate 26 is designed as a stamped and bent part from a uniform material such that the mounting plate itself forms the locking tongue 22 as the counterholder 16 at one end.
[0050] A special embodiment variant of the connecting element provides that the connecting element 8 has a triangular shape in the radial direction relative to the pivot axis X or, as in particular in Figure 1 and 2 The trapezoidal cross section shown in . It has been shown here that a symmetrical trapezoidal cross section in the radial direction with respect to the pivot axis X is particularly preferred.
[0051] According to Figure 1 The variant of the container 1 shown in FIG. 1 has two connecting elements 6 arranged axially offset with respect to the pivot axis X. Figure 1 Only one connecting element 6 is shown. These connecting elements 6 each connect two frame elements 2 arranged opposite each other with respect to the pivot axis X. Preferably, four frame elements 2 and two connecting elements 6 are designed and connected to each other in accordance with one of the above-described embodiments.
[0052] An advantageous variant with two connecting elements 6 provides, by way of example, that two frame elements 2 that can be folded open to one another about a pivot axis X are each connected to one another by means of two connecting elements 6, so that a first side section 12 of a first frame element 2 is connected to a first side section 12 of a second frame element 2 by means of a first connecting element 6 and a second side section 12 of a first frame element 2 is connected to a second side section 12 of a second frame element 2 by means of a second connecting element 6.
[0053] Corresponding to Figure 1 In the variant of the container 1 shown in FIG, a preferred variant is that the two connecting elements 6 are preferably connected to form a connecting element group by means of a space divider 32 extending parallel to the pivot axis X. Figure 1An advantageous room divider 32 with a bag 34 is shown in FIG. Figure 1 The room divider 32 shown in FIG. 1 is fixedly connected to the two connecting elements 6 , wherein, according to a preferred alternative embodiment, the room divider 32 can be arranged detachably on the two connecting elements 6 .
[0054] The present invention is not limited to the exemplary embodiments shown and described, but also encompasses all embodiments that function equivalently within the meaning of the present invention. It is expressly emphasized that the exemplary embodiments are not limited to all combinations of features, but rather that each individual sub-feature can also possess inventive significance on its own, independent of all other partial features. Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the combination of features defined in claim 1, but can also be defined by any other combination of specific features from all the individual features disclosed as a whole. This means that, in principle, each individual feature of claim 1 can be omitted in practice or replaced by an individual feature disclosed at least elsewhere in the present application.
[0055] Reference Signs List
[0056] 1 container
[0057] 2 Frame elements
[0058] 4 Hard Shell
[0059] 6 Connecting elements
[0060] 8 Connectors
[0061] 10 retaining parts
[0062] 12 side sections
[0063] 14 Mating connectors
[0064] 16 Mating retainer
[0065] 18 Direction of movement of the connecting element for connecting with the mating connecting element
[0066] 18' Direction of movement of the connecting element for separation from the mating connecting element
[0067] 20 Direction of movement of the retaining element for connection with the mating retaining element
[0068] 20' Movement direction of the retaining element for separation from the mating retaining element
[0069] 22 Lock tongue
[0070] 24 Accommodating sleeve
[0071] 26 Assembly plate
[0072] 28 mounting holes
[0073] 30 Adhesive Film
[0074] 32 room dividers
[0075] X pivot axis
Claims
1. A container (1), in particular a bag or a suitcase, comprising at least two frame elements (2) which circumferentially surround an inner receiving space for receiving items, said frame elements being connected to one another on one side so as to be able to be folded open about a pivot axis (X) from a closed position of the container (1) to an open position of the container (1), wherein: The maximum opening angle of the frame element (2) is limited by means of at least one foldable connecting element (6), wherein the connecting element (6) has at least two connecting devices (8) and at least two retaining members (10) for connecting to the frame element (2), and the frame element (2) has at least one mating connecting device (14) for detachably connecting the connecting device (8) of the connecting element (6) and at least one mating retaining member (16) for detachably connecting the retaining member (10) of the connecting element (6) on the inner wall on the side sections (12) extending radially relative to the pivot axis (X), wherein the connecting device (8) can be moved parallel to the pivot axis (X) toward the respectively corresponding mating connecting device (14) in order to connect the connecting device to the corresponding mating connecting device (14), characterized in that In order to connect the retaining element (10) to the corresponding mating retaining element (16), the retaining element (10) can be moved radially relative to the pivot axis (X) toward the respectively corresponding mating retaining element (16).
2. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The mating retaining element (16) is constructed as a locking tongue (22) extending radially away from the pivot axis (X) toward the free end, and the retaining element (10) is constructed as a correspondingly constructed accommodating sleeve (24), wherein the accommodating sleeve (24) is constructed so as to be pluggable onto the locking tongue (22) in the radial direction relative to the pivot axis (X).
3. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting element (8) is detachably connected to a corresponding mating connecting element (14) in a form-fitting and / or force-fitting manner.
4. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting element (8) and the mating connecting element (14) are correspondingly configured as a latching connection, in particular a push-button connection, or as a Velcro connection.
5. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that A respective mating connection element (14) and a respective mating holder (16) are arranged on a common mounting plate (26), wherein the mounting plate (26) is arranged / arrangeable on an inner circumferential wall in the side section (12) of the frame element (2).
6. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that At least the counterpart retainer (16) is integrally constructed with the mounting plate (26).
7. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting element (8) has a triangular or trapezoidal, particularly preferably symmetrically trapezoidal, cross section in the radial direction relative to the pivot axis (X).
8. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The container (1) has two connecting elements (6) arranged axially offset with respect to the pivot axis (X), which respectively connect two frame elements (2) arranged opposite each other with respect to the pivot axis (X), wherein the four frame elements (2) and the two connecting elements (6) are constructed in accordance with any one of claims 1 to 7 and are connected to each other.
9. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The two connecting elements (6) are connected by means of at least one room divider (22) extending parallel to the pivot axis (X).
10. The container (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The room divider (32) can be detachably arranged on two connecting elements (6).
11. A connecting element (6) for limiting the maximum opening angle of a container (1), in particular a bag or a suitcase, in particular according to claim 1, having the features of the connecting element (6) according to the preamble of claim 1, characterized in that A connecting element (6) having the features according to the characterizing portion of claim 1.
12. The connecting element (6) according to claim 8, characterized in that The connecting element (6) has the features according to at least one of claims 2 to 7.
13. A connecting element assembly for limiting the maximum opening angle of a container (1), comprising two connecting elements (6) according to claim 11 or 12, characterized in that: A room divider (32) having at least one characterizing feature according to claim 9 or 10.