Connecting piece of flat plate type curtain

Abstract

The invention provides a connecting piece capable of eliminating mutual overlapping between connected hanging rods in a connecting structure of a curtain. The present invention is a connecting piece for connecting a first suspension rod 3 and a second suspension rod 4 for suspending a curtain C in a flat-plate curtain A in a linear flush manner, the connecting piece being characterized by comprising: a first connecting piece 1 which can be attached to an end of the first suspension rod 3 and has a connecting rotation piece 1B, and a second connecting piece 2 which can be attached to an end of the second suspension rod 3 and has a connecting rotation piece 1B; the second connecting piece 2 can be installed at the end of the second hanging rod 4 and is provided with a guide long groove G2, one end of the connecting rotating piece 1B serves as a shaft and can rotate relative to the first connecting piece 1, and the other end of the connecting rotating piece 1B can be embedded into and slide in the guide long groove G2 of the second connecting piece 2. The front end portion of the first connecting piece 1 and the front end face of the second connecting piece 2 are matched and linearly flush.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a connector for a flat curtain, specifically a connector that can eliminate the overlap of suspension rods in the front-to-back direction. Background Technology

[0002] Traditionally, curtains have been widely used for blocking out light or for partitioning.

[0003] Panel curtains, in particular, are widely used as partitions, in addition to being used for openings in buildings such as windows, because they can be installed in relatively flexible locations.

[0004] Flat panel curtains are installed by suspension rods supported by curtain tracks or support columns.

[0005] The advantage of flat curtains is that the overall width of the curtain can be freely changed. For example, the curtain can be made longer in the width direction by connecting multiple hanging rods, or conversely, the curtain can be made shorter in the width direction by removing some hanging rods.

[0006] Therefore, the end of the suspension rod has a connection structure for connecting with other suspension rods.

[0007] For example, the flat panel curtain in Patent Document 1 is a type of flat panel curtain with relatively few parts and easy assembly of the suspension rods.

[0008] In this curtain, a suspension rod with a slider at one end is rotated 90 degrees relative to another suspension rod, thereby connecting the two suspension rods.

[0009] For example, the connection structure in Patent Document 2 is a flat panel curtain connection structure.

[0010] In this structure, the independent, separate connecting block is rotated 90 degrees relative to the connecting piece mounted on the suspension rod, thereby connecting to another suspension rod.

[0011] Existing technical documents Patent documents: Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent No. 5697799 Patent Document 2: Japanese Patent No. 5936216 Summary of the Invention The problem the invention aims to solve However, in the connection structure of Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2, the two suspension rods are always connected in a manner in which the connection parts overlap in the front-to-back direction (i.e., the near side and the far side).

[0012] Furthermore, even when the curtain is fully extended in the width direction, the two suspension rods overlap each other in the front-to-back direction (see...). Figure 9 ).

[0013] Therefore, the curtains themselves overlap in the front and back directions, creating gaps that allow wind and other drafts to pass through.

[0014] In addition, since there are overlapping parts between the curtains, there is also the disadvantage of excessive fabric consumption as curtains.

[0015] This invention was developed based on the aforementioned issues.

[0016] That is, the purpose of this invention is to provide a connector that can eliminate the overlap between connected suspension rods in the connection structure of a curtain.

[0017] Solution for solving the problem After in-depth research, the inventors discovered that by providing a rotatable connecting plate on the connector itself, and guiding the front end of the connecting plate into a guide groove provided on another connector, multiple suspension rods can be made flush. This invention is based on this insight.

[0018] One aspect of the present invention is a connector for connecting a first suspension rod 3 and a second suspension rod 4 for suspending a curtain C in a flat curtain A in a straight, flush manner. The connector is characterized by comprising a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. The first connector 1 can be installed at the end of the first suspension rod 3 and has a connecting rotating piece 1B. The second connector 2 can be installed at the end of the second suspension rod 4 and has a guide groove G2. One end of the connecting rotating piece 1B serves as an axis and can rotate relative to the first connector 1, while the other end can be embedded in and slide within the guide groove G2 of the second connector 2. The front end of the first connector 1 and the front end face of the second connector 2 are aligned and flush in a straight line.

[0019] Another aspect of the present invention is a connector used to connect a first suspension rod 3 and a second suspension rod 4 for suspending a curtain C in a flat curtain A in a straight, flush manner. The connector is characterized by comprising a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. The first connector 1 consists of a base portion 1A and a connecting rotating piece 1B rotatable relative to the base portion 1A. A notch 11 cut vertically is provided at the front of the base portion 1A, and a pair of feet 12 extending from the rear of the base portion 1A and mounted on one end of the first suspension rod 3 are provided. An inclined bevel portion 13 is formed on the front end face of the base portion 1A, and one end of the connecting rotating piece 1B is rotatably supported on the base portion 1A. The shaft portion 14 on the side wall of the notch portion 11 of A has a protruding guide portion 15 at the other end. An inclined slope portion 23 is formed on the front end face of the second connector 2. A pair of feet 22 are provided on one end side of the second suspension rod 4 at the rear of the second connector 2. A recess 21 is formed on the upper surface of the second connector 2 in the front-rear direction. A pair of guide grooves G2 are formed on the side wall of the recess 21. The protruding guide portion 15 of the first connector 1 can be inserted into and slide in the guide grooves G2. When the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are connected in a straight and flush manner, the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2 is set to match the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1.

[0020] Another aspect of the present invention is a connector according to the above-described aspect, characterized in that, in the first connector 1, the distance L1 from the shaft portion 14 of the connecting rotating piece 1B to the end is set to be shorter than the distance L2 from the shaft portion 14 to the front end of the base portion 1A.

[0021] Another aspect of the present invention is that, according to the connector described above, the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are respectively equipped with Velcro F for fixing the fabric as curtain C.

[0022] Another aspect of the present invention is a connector according to the above-described aspect, characterized in that, in the first suspension rod 3, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to the side where the first connector 1 is installed, and in the second suspension rod 4, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to the side where the second connector 2 is installed.

[0023] Another aspect of the present invention is a connector according to the above-described aspect, characterized in that the first connector 1 is installed by pressing and fitting into one end of the first suspension rod 3, and the second connector 2 is installed by pressing and fitting into one end of the second suspension rod 4.

[0024] The present invention can also be a connector that appropriately combines the above structures.

[0025] Invention Effects The connector of the present invention consists of a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. The first connector 1 can be installed at the end of the first suspension rod 3 and has a connecting rotating piece 1B. The second connector 2 can be installed at the end of the second suspension rod 4 and has a guide groove G2. One end of the connecting rotating piece 1B serves as an axis and can rotate relative to the first connector 1, while the other end can be embedded in and slide in the guide groove G2 of the second connector 2. The front end of the first connector 1 and the front end face of the second connector 2 are aligned and flush in a straight line. Therefore, when the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are installed to set up a flat curtain A, there will be no overlap in the front-to-back direction.

[0026] Therefore, there will be no problem with wind passing through the gaps. It also reduces the amount of fabric required for curtain C.

[0027] In this invention, the connector is composed of a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. When the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are connected in a straight, flush manner, the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2 is designed to match the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1. Therefore, when the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are installed to set up a flat curtain A, they will not overlap in the front-to-back direction.

[0028] Therefore, there will be no problem of wind or other things passing through the gap.

[0029] In addition, it can reduce the amount of fabric required for curtain C.

[0030] Furthermore, a pair of feet 12 are provided extending from the rear of the first connector 1 and mounted on one end of the first suspension rod 3, and a pair of feet 22 are provided extending from the rear of the second connector 2 and mounted on one end of the second suspension rod 4. Thus, the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 can be conveniently installed onto the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 via their respective feet.

[0031] Furthermore, the protruding guide portion 15 of the first connector 1 can be inserted into and slide in the guide groove G2, thereby enabling the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1 and the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2 to slide smoothly.

[0032] In the connector of the present invention, in the first connector 1, since the distance L1 from the shaft portion 14 of the connecting rotating piece 1B to the end is set to be shorter than the distance L2 from the shaft portion 14 to the front end of the base portion 1A, the rotation of the connecting rotating piece 1B is blocked and restricted by the first connector 1 (specifically the front end of the base portion 1A), so the connecting rotating piece 1B will not rotate to the back side.

[0033] In the connector of the present invention, Velcro F for fixing the fabric serving as curtain C is respectively installed on the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4. Therefore, curtain C can be easily installed on the first suspension rod 3 or the second suspension rod 4 with a one-click detachment method.

[0034] In the connector of the present invention, in the first suspension rod 3, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to where the first connector 1 is installed, and in the second suspension rod 4, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to where the second connector 2 is installed, thereby preventing the first connector 1 from coming off the second suspension rod 4, thus enabling safe movement of the first suspension rod.

[0035] In addition, the end of the suspension rod can be protected by the fitting 5.

[0036] In the connector of the present invention, the first connector 1 is installed by pressing and fitting into one end of the first suspension rod 3, and the second connector 2 is installed by pressing and fitting into one end of the second suspension rod 4. Thus, the first connector 1 or the second connector 2 can be easily installed into one end of the first suspension rod 3 or the second suspension rod 4 with just a press. Attached Figure Description

[0037] Figure 1 A schematic diagram illustrating the hanging rod of a flat panel curtain as viewed from above. Figure 1 (A) shows the state of two flat curtains overlapping, and Figure 1 (B) shows a flat panel curtain being slid open to its maximum extent.

[0038] Figure 2 To illustrate the suspension rod, Figure 2 (A) is the main view, and Figure 2 (B) is a sectional view.

[0039] Figure 3 To show a perspective view of the first connector, Figure 3 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side, and Figure 3 (B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0040] Figure 4 To show a perspective view of the second connector, Figure 4 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side, and Figure 4 (B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0041] Figure 5 A perspective view showing the fit between the beveled portion of the first connector and the beveled portion of the second connector is provided. Figure 5 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side. Figure 5(B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0042] Figure 6 (A)~ Figure 6 (C) is a front view illustrating the connection between the first connector 11 mounted on the first suspension rod and the second connector 21 mounted on the second suspension rod.

[0043] Figure 7 (A)~ Figure 7 (C) is a side view (including a partial section view) illustrating the connection between the first connector mounted on the first suspension rod and the second connector mounted on the second suspension rod.

[0044] Figure 8 This is a front view showing the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 in a straight, flush position. Figure 8 (A) shows the front side view. Figure 8 (B) shows the back side.

[0045] Figure 9 A schematic diagram illustrating the hanging rod of a traditional flat curtain, viewed from above. Figure 9 (A) shows the state of two flat curtains overlapping, and Figure 9 (B) shows two flat curtains A being slid together to their maximum extent. Detailed Implementation

[0046] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0047] It should be noted that in the accompanying drawings, the same components are labeled with the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions are omitted.

[0048] Furthermore, unless otherwise stated, all positional relationships, such as up, down, left, and right, are based on the positional relationships shown in the attached figures.

[0049] Furthermore, the scale of the attached drawings is not limited to the scale shown in the illustration.

[0050] Figure 1 A schematic diagram illustrating the suspension rod of the flat curtain A as viewed from above. Figure 1 (A) shows the overlapping state of two flat curtain panels A, and Figure 1 (B) shows the state where one of the flat curtains A is slid open to its maximum extent.

[0051] The process of expanding to the maximum state is explained later.

[0052] Flat panel curtain A consists of curtain C and a hanging rod. The hanging rod is usually equipped with connectors or fittings 5, etc.

[0053] The fitting 5 is installed at the end of the suspension rod, which can protect the end of the suspension rod and prevent the connector from falling off, making it safe and reliable.

[0054] One end of the fabric is fixed to a hanging rod and is used as the material to form curtain C, which is intended to block light or obstruct the view.

[0055] Figure 2 To illustrate the suspension rod, Figure 2 (A) is the main view, and Figure 2 (B) is a sectional view (XX).

[0056] For ease of explanation, the suspension rod with the first connector 1 installed is referred to as the first suspension rod 3, and the suspension rod with the second connector 2 installed is referred to as the second suspension rod 4.

[0057] The first suspension rod 3 will be described here.

[0058] The connectors of this invention are used to be installed on the suspension rod of the flat curtain A.

[0059] The first suspension rod 3 is long and narrow, and a guide rail 31 for guiding the other suspension rod is provided on one side (i.e., the front side) near the body.

[0060] The guide rail 31 protrudes from a certain distance from the upper and lower ends of the first suspension rod 3 in the width direction.

[0061] Specifically, in cross-section, the guide rail 31 is composed of a pair of inverted L-shaped members arranged opposite each other with a certain height and a lower space S below.

[0062] Therefore, a gap 32 is formed in the center of the guide rail 31.

[0063] The first suspension rod 3 is set up by a support B, such as a hook, from above.

[0064] Although not illustrated, support B is, for example, mounted on a slide rail that allows a curtain track fixed to the window frame to slide.

[0065] The first suspension rod 3 is provided with a mounting part 33, such as a hole for mounting the support member B.

[0066] On the opposite side (i.e., the back side) of the first suspension rod 3 where the guide rail 31 is located, for example, a Velcro strap F is provided.

[0067] The Velcro F allows for easy one-click installation and removal of the fabric that makes up the curtain C (shown by the dotted line) onto the first suspension rod 3.

[0068] It should be noted that the curtain itself is also equipped with Velcro F corresponding to the first suspension rod 3.

[0069] In addition, at the end of the first suspension rod 3, the first connector 1, described below, is installed by a press-fitting method.

[0070] In this case, for example, the foot 12 of the first connector 1 is externally fitted into the guide rail 31 at the end of the first suspension rod 3 by a press-fitting method.

[0071] A second connector 2 is also installed on the second suspension rod 4, with the same structure as the first suspension rod 3 described above.

[0072] The following describes the connectors.

[0073] The connector of the present invention is composed of a first connector 1 (i.e., a male connector) and a second connector 2 (i.e., a female connector).

[0074] Figure 3 To show a perspective view of the first connector 1, Figure 3 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side, and Figure 3 (B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0075] The first connector 1 cooperates with the second connector 2 (described later) to connect the two suspension rods in a flush manner.

[0076] First, the first connecting member 1 is composed of a plate-shaped base part 1A and a connecting rotating piece 1B.

[0077] A notch 11 cut out in the vertical direction is provided at the front of the base part 1A, and a pair of feet 12 are provided at the rear of the base part 1A.

[0078] The thickness of the foot 12 is less than that of the main body of the base.

[0079] The foot 12 is easily installed on one end of the first suspension rod 3 by means of pressing and fitting, but in the installed state, the thickness of the first connector 1 is the same as that of the first suspension rod 3.

[0080] In this case, the foot 12 of the first connector 1 is externally fitted into the guide rail 31, and is securely fixed with adhesive, screws or the like if necessary.

[0081] It should be noted that a fitting 5 is installed on the other end of the first suspension rod 3.

[0082] Furthermore, an inclined beveled portion 13 is formed on the front end face of the base portion 1A of the first connector 1.

[0083] By aligning the beveled portion 13 with the front end face, i.e., the beveled portion 23, of the second connector 2 (described later), the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are flush, resulting in the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 being straight and flush.

[0084] Therefore, even when multiple suspension rods are connected, the suspension rods will not overlap with each other in the front-to-back direction.

[0085] The result is a flat panel curtain A that can be configured with multiple straight, flush suspension rods.

[0086] In addition, it can reduce the amount of fabric required for the curtains.

[0087] On the other hand, the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connector has a shaft portion 14 at the root side, i.e., one end, and a protruding guide portion 15 at the top side, i.e., the other end.

[0088] The shaft portion 14 of the connecting rotating piece 1B is rotatably supported in the groove G1, which is formed on the side wall of the notch portion 11, which is formed on the base portion 1A.

[0089] That is, such as Figure 3 As shown by the arrow, the connecting rotating piece 1B with shaft 14 rotates about the length direction and the vertical direction of the first suspension rod 3.

[0090] On the other hand, the protruding guide portion 15 connecting the rotating piece 1B can be guided along the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 4.

[0091] Specifically, the protruding guide portion 15 is inserted into the guide rail 41 through the gap in the guide rail 41 and is guided along the back side of the guide rail 41.

[0092] Furthermore, the protruding guide portion 15 can be guided along the guide groove G2 of the second connector 2, which will be described later.

[0093] Here, in the first connector 1, the distance L1 from the shaft portion 14 of the connecting rotating piece 1B to the end is set to be shorter than the distance L2 from the shaft portion 14 to the front end (longest) of the base portion 1A (L1 < L2, see [link]). Figure 7 (C) arrow).

[0094] Therefore, the rotation of the connecting rotating piece 1B is restricted by the first connecting member 1 (specifically the front end of the base portion 1A), so the connecting rotating piece 1B will not rotate to the back side.

[0095] It should be noted that the rotation method of the connecting rotating plate 1B is explained later.

[0096] Figure 4 To show a perspective view of the second connector 2, Figure 4 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side, and Figure 4 (B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0097] The second connector 2 works in conjunction with the aforementioned first connector 1 to connect the two suspension rods in a straight, flush manner.

[0098] The second connector 2 is plate-shaped, with an inclined beveled portion 23 formed on its front end face.

[0099] A pair of feet 22 are provided at the rear of the second connector 2.

[0100] The thickness of the foot 22 is less than that of the second connector body.

[0101] The foot 22 is easily installed on one end of the second suspension rod 4 by pressing and fitting, but in the installed state, the second connector 2 has the same thickness as the second suspension rod 4.

[0102] In this case, the foot 22 of the second connector 2 is externally fitted into the guide rail, and is securely fixed with adhesive, screws or the like if necessary.

[0103] It should be noted that a fitting 5 is installed on the other end of the second suspension rod 4.

[0104] A recess 21 is formed on the upper surface of the second connector 2 along the front-rear direction, and a pair of guide grooves G2 are formed on the sidewall of the recess 21.

[0105] The protruding guide portion 15 of the first connector 1 can be inserted into and slide in the guide groove G2.

[0106] Furthermore, the shape of the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2 is set to match the inclined portion 13 of the aforementioned first connector 1.

[0107] Furthermore, when the first connector 1 is installed on the first suspension rod 3 and the second connector 2 is installed on the second suspension rod 4, when the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are aligned in a straight line without overlapping each other, the inclined part 23 of the second connector 2 matches the inclined part 13 of the first connector 1.

[0108] Figure 5 A perspective view showing the engagement of the beveled portion 13 of the first connector 1 and the beveled portion 23 of the second connector 2. Figure 5 (A) shows the state as viewed from the front side, and Figure 5 (B) shows the state as viewed from the rear side.

[0109] As mentioned above, both the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are designed to have the same thickness as the suspension rod.

[0110] Therefore, the first suspension rod 3 can slide as smoothly as possible above the second suspension rod 4.

[0111] (Connection method) The connection method between the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 is described below.

[0112] Figure 6 (A)~ Figure 6 (C) is a front view illustrating the connection between the first connector 1 mounted on the first suspension rod 3 and the second connector 2 mounted on the second suspension rod 4.

[0113] also, Figure 7 (A)~ Figure 7 (C) A side view (including partial section view) illustrating the connection between the first connector 1 installed on the first suspension rod 3 and the second connector 2 installed on the second suspension rod 4.

[0114] also, Figure 8 This shows the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 aligned in a straight line. Figure 8 (A) shows the front side view. Figure 8 (B) shows the back side.

[0115] Here, the installation of the second suspension rod 4 onto the first suspension rod 3 will be explained.

[0116] It should be noted that a first connector 1 is installed at one end of the first suspension rod 3, and a fitting 5 is installed at the other end.

[0117] In addition, a second connector 2 is installed at one end of the second suspension rod 4, and a fitting 5 is installed at the other end.

[0118] First, such as Figure 6 As shown in (A), the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are made to overlap each other perpendicularly.

[0119] At this time, the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connecting piece 1 of the first suspension rod 3 is aligned with the position opposite to the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 3.

[0120] Then, the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B is pressed and inserted into the back side of the guide rail 41 of the second connecting rod 20 through the gap 42 of the guide rail 41.

[0121] Next, in this state, rotate the first suspension rod 3 90 degrees in the direction of the arrow in the figure to make it parallel to the second suspension rod 4.

[0122] Thus, the protruding guide portion 15 is located on the back side of the guide rail 41 and can be guided, allowing the first suspension rod 3 to slide relative to the second suspension rod 4 above it (see...). Figure 6 (B)).

[0123] Next, as Figure 6 As shown in (B), if the first suspension rod 3 is slid toward the end of the second suspension rod 4 (in the direction of the arrow in the figure), the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connector 1 will be guided and slid along the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 4.

[0124] If sliding continues, the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B will change from being guided along the guide rail 41 to being guided along the guide groove G2 of the second connecting member 2, and then, as Figure 6 As shown in (C), in the final stage, the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1 finally fits into place as it slides smoothly on the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2.

[0125] At this time, since the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connecting member 1 rotates around the shaft 14, the inclined part 13 of the first connecting member 1 will not be obstructed when sliding on the inclined part 23 of the second connecting member 2.

[0126] The result is, as Figure 8 As shown, the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 are aligned in a straight line.

[0127] In this state, the curtain reaches its maximum width.

[0128] Here, from Figure 7 (A) It is understood that the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connector 1 is guided and slides by the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 4.

[0129] In addition, from Figure 7 (B) It is understood that the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B changes from a state guided by the guide rail 41 to a state guided along the guide groove G2 of the second connector 2.

[0130] In addition, from Figure 7 (C) It is understood that, in the final stage, the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1 finally fits into place as it slides on the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 1.

[0131] (Method for disassembling the connection) To disassemble the connected first suspension rod 3 and second suspension rod 4, simply follow the reverse steps of the connection operation described above.

[0132] First, the first suspension rod 3 is slid relative to the second suspension rod 4 to return to its original position.

[0133] In the initial stage, the beveled portion 13 of the first connector 1 slides smoothly over the beveled portion 23 of the second connector 2.

[0134] It should be noted that in this case, the sliding action will not be obstructed because the connecting rotating plate 1B rotates.

[0135] If the sliding continues, the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating piece 1B of the first connector 1 will change from being guided along the guide groove G2 of the second connector 2 to being guided by the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 4.

[0136] After the first suspension rod 3 slides a certain distance relative to the second suspension rod 4, the first suspension rod 3 is rotated 90 degrees relative to the second suspension rod 4 to the perpendicular intersection direction.

[0137] Then, the protruding guide portion 15 of the connecting rotating plate 1B is disengaged from the gap of the guide rail 41 of the second suspension rod 4.

[0138] Therefore, the first suspension rod 3 is removed from the second suspension rod 4.

[0139] The above describes two suspension rods. However, assuming there are three suspension rods, by installing a connector identical to the second connector 2 at one end of the second suspension rod, and then installing a connector identical to the first connector 1 at one end of the third suspension rod, a third suspension rod can be connected in addition to the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4.

[0140] Furthermore, when using the aforementioned three suspension rods, a fitting 5 is installed at the front end of the first suspension rod 3 and the rear end of the third suspension rod.

[0141] Similarly, when connecting three or more suspension rods, the connectors and fittings 5 ​​can be installed in the same way.

[0142] It should be noted that, Figure 9 A schematic diagram illustrating the suspension rod of a traditional flat curtain A, viewed from above. Figure 9 (A) shows the overlapping state of two flat curtain panels A, and Figure 9 (B) shows two flat curtains A being slid together to their maximum extent.

[0143] Thus, when fully extended, the two suspension rods partially overlap each other in the front-to-back direction.

[0144] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments.

[0145] The first connector 1 and the second connector 2 have inclined surfaces 13 and 23 respectively, and their shapes are corresponding to each other, that is, the inclination angles of their respective inclined surfaces are the same.

[0146] However, this restriction does not apply as long as a flush structure can be formed after the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are installed.

[0147] The surface of each beveled section is smooth, but it may also have slight irregularities.

[0148] In this case, the slight interlocking of the beveled portion 13 of the first connector 1 and the beveled portion 23 of the second connector 2 generates a certain resistance, thereby temporarily fixing the suspension rods in a flush state.

[0149] Preferably, the first connecting member 1 and the first suspension rod 3 have the same thickness, but as long as the suspension rods can slide smoothly against each other, a slight difference in thickness between the first connecting member 1 and the first suspension rod 3 is acceptable. The same applies to the relationship between the second connecting member 2 and the second suspension rod 4.

[0150] The feet of each connector are installed at the ends of each suspension rod by pressing and fitting, but fitting alone is also possible. In this case, it is preferable to use adhesives, screws, etc. for installation.

[0151] Industrial availability The first and second connectors of the present invention can be widely used as suspension rods for flat panel curtains A used for partitioning or shading.

[0152] By employing the male and female connectors of the present invention, the length of the flat panel curtain A can be adjusted by conveniently connecting or disconnecting the suspension rod.

[0153] Furthermore, since the suspension rods do not overlap in the front-to-back direction, no gaps are generated at the connection points, thus enabling the installation of a straight, flush, flat curtain A.

[0154] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 1: First connector (male connector) 1A: Matrix 1B: Connecting the rotating plate 11: Notch 12: Feet 13: Inclined surface 14: Shaft 15: Protruding guide section G1: Small slot 2: Second connector (female connector) 21: Concave 22: Feet 23: Inclined surface G2: Guide slot 3: First suspension rod 31: Guide rail 32: Gap 33: Installation Department F: Velcro S: Lower space 4: Second suspension rod 41: Guide rail 42: Gap 43: Installation Department F: Velcro S: Lower space 5: Fitting parts A: Flat panel curtain B: Support component C: Curtain.

Claims

1. A connector for connecting a first suspension rod 3 and a second suspension rod 4 for suspending a curtain C in a flat curtain A in a straight, flush manner, characterized in that, The connector consists of a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. The first connector 1 can be installed at the end of the first suspension rod 3 and has a connecting rotating piece 1B. The second connector 2 can be installed at the end of the second suspension rod 4 and has a guide groove G2. One end of the connecting rotating piece 1B serves as an axis that can rotate relative to the first connecting piece 1, while the other end can be embedded in and slide in the guide groove G2 of the second connecting piece 2. The front end of the first connecting piece 1 and the front end face of the second connecting piece 2 are aligned and flush in a straight line.

2. A connector for connecting a first suspension rod 3 and a second suspension rod 4 for suspending a curtain C in a flat curtain A in a straight, flush manner, characterized in that, The connector consists of a first connector 1 and a second connector 2. The first connecting member 1 consists of a base portion 1A and a connecting rotating piece 1B that can rotate relative to the base portion 1A. A notch portion 11 cut in the vertical direction is provided at the front of the base portion 1A, and a pair of feet 12 installed on one end of the first suspension rod 3 are provided at the rear of the base portion 1A. An inclined beveled portion 13 is formed on the front end face of the base portion 1A. One end of the connecting rotating piece 1B has a shaft portion 14 that is rotatably supported on the side wall of the notch portion 11 of the base portion 1A, and the other end has a protruding guide portion 15. An inclined slope portion 23 is formed on the front end face of the second connector 2. A pair of feet 22 are provided on one end side of the second suspension rod 4 extending from the rear of the second connector 2. A recess 21 is formed on the upper surface of the second connector 2 along the front-rear direction. A pair of guide grooves G2 are formed on the side wall of the recess 21. The protruding guide portion 15 of the first connector 1 can be inserted into and slide in the guide groove G2. With the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4 connected in a straight, flush manner, the inclined portion 23 of the second connector 2 is set to match the inclined portion 13 of the first connector 1.

3. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the first connector 1, the distance L1 from the shaft portion 14 of the connecting rotating piece 1B to the end is set to be shorter than the distance L2 from the shaft portion 14 to the front end of the base portion 1A.

4. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Velcro straps F for securing the fabric that serves as curtain C are respectively installed on the first suspension rod 3 and the second suspension rod 4.

5. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the first suspension rod 3, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to the one on which the first connector 1 is installed. In the second suspension rod 4, a fitting 5 is installed at the end opposite to the side where the second connector 2 is installed.

6. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connector 1 is installed by pressing it into one end of the first suspension rod 3. Furthermore, the second connector 2 is installed by pressing it into one end of the second suspension rod 4.

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