Connecting component and modular furniture

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of furniture, and particularly relates to a connecting component and modular furniture, the connecting component is used for detachably connecting a first functional assembly and a second functional assembly, the connecting component comprises a fixed limiting piece and a connecting piece, and the fixed limiting piece is arranged on the first functional assembly; the connecting piece comprises a limiting part and a connecting part, the limiting part is detachably connected with the fixed limiting piece, the limiting part is fixed by the fixed limiting piece and is limited to move, and the connecting part is detachably connected with the second functional assembly. According to the connecting component, in the using process, limitation on movement of the functional assembly is better, movement of the functional assembly in all directions can be limited, and connection is more stable; and structural cooperation of functional components is not needed, so that the application range is wider.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of furniture, and particularly relates to a connecting component and modular furniture. BACKGROUND

[0002] Traditional sofas and other furniture are mostly of an integrated structure, and although the frame and the cushion can be separated, the frame is of an integrated structure. This is not suitable for storage and transportation, and is also inconvenient for users to clean and maintain on a daily basis. Moreover, with this structure, the user cannot adjust the shape of the furniture after purchase according to needs.

[0003] Therefore, in recent years, modular furniture has been selected by most users. Modular furniture divides furniture into several standard modules, which are then combined and matched according to needs to form furniture products of different styles and functions. This kind of furniture has the characteristics of flexibility and variability, can meet the use needs in different spaces and scenarios, and is more conducive to storage, transportation and daily maintenance.

[0004] Related prior art such as CN101208030A discloses a modular furniture assembly, which comprises a base and a transverse member manually coupled to the base in a detachable manner through a coupler, and specifically discloses that the coupler is a U-shaped coupler, the frame of the base and the frame of the transverse member each have a corresponding hole therein, and the corresponding hole accommodates a portion of the coupler therein, see CN101208030A Figure 4 and Figure 5 A. The coupler and the coupling method of this structure may still have some problems: 1. The connection needs to be made with the help of the holes on the base and the transverse member of the furniture, which puts forward requirements for the structure of the furniture itself and is not suitable for furniture without corresponding holes; 2. The base and the transverse member are only clamped by a U-shaped coupler, and the connection strength is limited, and the coupler is easy to move along the length (x) direction of the base. SUMMARY

[0005] In order to solve the above problems, the present application provides a connecting component and modular furniture, which is simple to install and disassemble, does not need to cooperate with the structure of the furniture itself, has a compact structure, and is firmly connected.

[0006] The first aspect of the present application provides a connecting component, which adopts the following technical solution: A connecting component for detachably connecting a first functional assembly and a second functional assembly, the connecting component comprising: a fixing limiting member, which is arranged on the first functional assembly; The connecting member comprises a limiting part and a connecting part, the limiting part is detachably connected with the fixing limiting member and is fixed and limited by the fixing limiting member, and the connecting part is detachably connected with the second functional component.

[0007] Preferably, the fixing limiting member comprises a base connected with the first functional component and a boss arranged on the base, one side of the base is provided with a limiting piece, and a limiting space into which the limiting part is inserted is formed between the limiting piece and the outer side surface of the boss.

[0008] Preferably, a fixing pin is arranged on the boss, and the fixing pin and the limiting space are matched with each other to limit the movement of the connecting member.

[0009] Preferably, a fixing pin is further arranged on the boss, and the fixing pin, the adjusting pin and the limiting space are matched with each other to limit the movement of the connecting member in each direction.

[0010] Preferably, a fixing gap is formed between the fixing pin and the upper surface of the boss, and the fixing gap is matched with the thickness of the limiting part of the connecting member.

[0011] Preferably, the front end of the limiting part of the connecting member is provided with a limiting area with extension sections at both ends, the front end of the limiting area is inserted into the limiting space, and the extension sections of the limiting area are clamped in the fixing gap.

[0012] Preferably, the adjusting pin has a release state and a locking state, in the release state, the adjusting pin does not have vertical pressure on the connecting member, and in the locking state, the adjusting pin has vertical pressure on the connecting member.

[0013] Preferably, neither the fixing pin nor the adjusting pin passes through the base in the thickness direction.

[0014] Preferably, the connecting member further comprises a turning part between the limiting part and the connecting part, and the turning part is configured to implement the different direction arrangement of the connecting part and the limiting part.

[0015] Preferably, the included angle between the connecting part and the limiting part is close to 90 degrees.

[0016] In the second aspect of the present application, a modular furniture is provided, and the first functional component and the second functional component are detachably connected through the above-mentioned connecting member.

[0017] Preferably, the first functional component has at least one substantially flat part, and the substantially flat part is connected to the substantially flat part of the second functional component through the connecting member.

[0018] Preferably, the first functional component is configured as a base, and the second functional component is configured as a backrest or armrest.

[0019] By implementing the above technical solution, the present invention has the following advantages: 1. By using the connecting components of the present invention, different functional components can be connected to form furniture of different shapes, making the use and installation of furniture more diversified; 2. The connecting member of the present invention provides better restriction on the movement of functional components during use, and can restrict the movement of functional components in all directions, making the connection more stable; 3. The connecting component of the present invention does not require structural cooperation of functional components, thus having a wider range of applications. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings to aid in understanding the objectives and advantages of the present invention, wherein: Figure 1 This is a modular sofa in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a modular sofa in another combination method shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a modular sofa in another combination method shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection state of the connecting member in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the connecting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector in the connecting member according to a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing and limiting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a side view of the fixing and limiting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] In the figure, 10-first functional component, 101-base frame, 102-base cushion, 20-second functional component, 201-backrest frame, 202-backrest cushion, 203-headrest, 30-connecting component, 31-fixing and limiting component, 31a-base, 31b-protrusion, 31c-limiting piece, 31d-fixing bolt, 31e-adjusting bolt, 32-connecting component, 32a-connecting part, 32b-limiting part, 32c-turning part, 32d-1 extension section, 32d-limiting area, 31-1-limiting interval, 31-2-fixing gap. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The technical solutions of the present application will be further described in detail below in combination with the drawings and specific implementation cases.

[0023] It should be noted that the following implementation cases are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, but not to limit the same; although the present application is described in detail with reference to the following implementation cases, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions recorded in each implementation case can be modified, or some technical features can be replaced equivalently; and such modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the implementation cases of the present application. Embodiment

[0024] The modular furniture of the present embodiment is a sofa. The modular furniture is composed of a first functional component 10 and a second functional component 20. For example, in some specific embodiments, the first functional component 10 is a sofa base, and the second functional component 20 is a sofa backrest or a sofa armrest. The backrest and the sofa have the same structure as the base, but the mounting position between the backrest and the base is different. The size of the backrest and the sofa can be the same or different, depending on the specific product requirements.

[0025] In the present embodiment, the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 have a defined spatial relationship. This spatial relationship enables the formation of furniture of various types, sizes, and configurations. Moreover, this spatial relationship can be changed through the detachable connection between the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20. Each functional component can be one or more, and they are detachably connected to each other to form various configurations of sofas. For example, in some specific embodiments, one base is configured with one backrest to form a single-person sofa without armrests, as shown in Figure 1 . In another specific embodiment, one base is configured with one backrest and two armrests to form a single-person sofa with armrests, as shown in Figure 2 . It can also be that two bases are configured with two backrests and two armrests to form a double-person sofa with armrests, as shown in Figure 3 .

[0026] The first functional component 10 is configured to provide a comfortable seating surface for a user. In the present embodiment, the first functional component 10 includes a base frame 101 and a base cushion 102, and the base cushion 102 is mounted on the base frame 101. When a user sits on the first functional component 10, the base frame 101 supports the weight of the user. The base cushion 102 is used to provide a useful and comfortable seating area for the user. The base cushion 102 can be easily mounted on or removed from the base frame 101.

[0027] The first functional component 10 is a cuboid in whole, with four adjacent sides and an upper surface, according to different combinations, one or two or three of the adjacent sides are adjacent to the second functional component 20. The upper surface is adjacent to the base cushion 102.

[0028] In the embodiment, the second functional component 20 also comprises a backrest frame 201 and a backrest cushion 202, which is installed on the backrest frame 201. The backrest frame 201 of the second functional component 20 is a cuboid in whole, with four adjacent sides, any of which is adjacent to the first functional component 10 to form different furniture. The backrest cushion 202 of the second functional component 20 as a backrest is roughly wedge-shaped with a narrow upper part and a wide lower part, so that the user is more comfortable to lean on.

[0029] In the embodiment, the second functional component 20 of the modular furniture is also provided with a headrest 203.

[0030] In the embodiment, a flexible frame cover is also sleeved on the outer surface of the base frame 101 and the backrest frame 201, which can be configured in different colors and different materials, and the user can replace it according to actual use needs.

[0031] In the embodiment, the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 of the modular furniture are detachably connected through a connecting member 30, as shown in Figure 4 . The connecting member 30 acts on the upper surface of the first functional component 10 and one of the adjacent sides of the second functional component 20. Specifically, as shown in Figure 5 , the connecting member 30 comprises a fixing limiting member 31 and a connecting member 32. As shown in Figure 6 , the fixing limiting member 31 can be of plastic or metal material, which is provided on the first functional component 10 and comprises a base 31a fixedly locked on the upper surface of the first functional component 10 by screws and a boss 31b provided on the base 31a. The boss 31b and the base 31a are both in strip shape and can be of integral structure. The base 31a and the upper surface of the first functional component 10 can be connected by screws or by means of strong glue, etc. In the embodiment, as shown in Figure 6In the base 31a, connection holes are formed near both ends thereof, and the first functional assembly 10 is fixed to the base 31a by screws. A limiting piece 31c is arranged on one side of the base 31a. The limiting piece 31c can be one piece or multiple pieces. A limiting space 31-1 is formed between the limiting piece 31c and the outer side of the boss 31b. The end of the connecting piece 32 can be inserted into the limiting space 31-1. The end of the connecting piece 32 is inserted into the limiting space 31-1 without any gap between the connecting piece 32 and the limiting piece 31c and the outer side of the boss 31b. The connecting piece 32 cannot be removed without applying an upward force.

[0032] In the embodiment, referring to Figure 7 , the connecting piece 32 is in the shape of a sheet. The connecting piece 32 includes a limiting portion 32b connected to the limiting piece 31, a connecting portion 32a connected to the second functional assembly 20, and a turning portion 32c connecting the limiting portion 32b and the connecting portion 32a. The limiting portion 32b and the connecting portion 32a are connected by the turning portion 32c. In the embodiment, the connecting piece 32 is in the shape of L. The angle between the connecting portion 32a and the limiting portion 32b is close to 90 degrees. The limiting portion 32b is connected to the limiting piece 31, thereby fixing the connecting piece 32 and limiting the movement of the connecting piece 32. The connecting portion 32a is detachably connected to the second functional assembly 20. For example, the connecting portion 32a is connected to the adjacent side of the second functional assembly 20 by screws. Alternatively, the connecting portion 32a is connected to the second functional assembly 20 by strong glue.

[0033] In the embodiment, in order to further fix and stabilize the connecting piece 32, a fixing bolt 31d is arranged at one end of the strip-shaped boss 31b. The fixing bolt 31d is fixed to the boss 31b and is integrated with the boss 31b. The fixing bolt 31d includes a columnar body and a limiting end arranged at the top of the columnar body. A fixed gap 31-2 is formed between the limiting end of the fixing bolt 31d and the upper surface of the boss 31b. When the connecting piece 32 is installed, the connecting piece 32 is inserted into the fixed gap 31-2 to be fixed.

[0034] In another embodiment, in order to further fix and stabilize the connecting piece 32, a fixing bolt 31d and an adjusting bolt 31e are arranged at both ends of the strip-shaped boss 31b. The height of the adjusting bolt 31e relative to the boss 31b is adjustable. The adjusting bolt 31e is arranged to cooperate with the fixing bolt 31d to fix and limit the movement of the connecting piece 32. In the embodiment, the adjusting bolt 31e is a screw, and the boss 31b is provided with corresponding screw holes. Therefore, the adjusting bolt 31e has two states, i.e., a released state and a locked state. In the released state, the adjusting bolt 31e does not apply pressure to the connecting piece 32 in the vertical direction. In the locked state, the adjusting bolt 31e applies pressure to the connecting piece 32 in the vertical direction.

[0035] In this embodiment, a limiting area 32d with an extension 32d-1 at both ends is arranged in front of the limiting part 32b of the connecting member 32, the front end of the limiting area 32d is inserted into the limiting gap 31-1, and the extension 32d-1 of the limiting area 32d is clamped in the fixing gap 31-2. The fixing bolt 31d, the adjusting bolt 31e and the limiting gap 31-1 are cooperated with each other to limit the movement of the connecting member 32 in each direction (including front, back, left, right, up and down).

[0036] In order not to cause further damage to the surface of the first functional component 10, the fixing bolt 31d and the adjusting bolt 31e do not pass through the base 31a in the thickness direction.

[0037] In another specific embodiment, the fixing bolt 31d can be replaced by the adjusting bolt 31e, and two adjusting bolts 31e can also achieve the above effects.

[0038] In another specific embodiment, the connecting member 30 between each first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 can be one, two or more, for example, according to the required connection strength and the length of the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20.

Claims

1. A connecting member for detachably connecting a first functional component (10) and a second functional component (20), characterized in that, The connecting member (30) includes: A fixing limiter (31) is disposed on the first functional component (10); The connector (32) includes a limiting part (32b) and a connecting part (32a). The limiting part (32b) is detachably connected to the fixing limiting part (31) and is fixed and restricted in movement by the fixing limiting part (31). The connecting part (32a) is detachably connected to the second functional component (20).

2. A connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing restrictor (31) includes a base (31a) connected to the first functional component (10) and a boss (31b) disposed on the base (31a). A restrictor (31c) is disposed on one side of the base (31a), and a restricting interval (31-1) is formed between the restrictor (31c) and the outer side of the boss (31b) to which the restrictor (32b) can be inserted.

3. A connecting member according to claim 2, characterized in that, A fixing bolt (31d) is provided on the boss (31b), and the fixing bolt (31d) cooperates with the limiting interval (31-1) to restrict the movement of the connector (32).

4. A connecting member according to claim 3, characterized in that, A fixed gap (31-2) is formed between the fixing bolt (31d) and the upper surface of the boss (31b), and the fixed gap (31-2) is adapted to the thickness of the limiting part (32b) of the connector (32).

5. A connecting member according to claim 4, characterized in that, The front end of the limiting part (32b) of the connector (32) is configured as a limiting area (32d) with extension sections (32d-1) at both ends. The front end of the limiting area (32d) is inserted into the limiting interval (31-1), and the extension section (32d-1) of the limiting area (32d) is engaged with the fixed gap (31-2).

6. A connecting member according to claim 3, characterized in that, An adjusting bolt (31e) is also provided on the boss (31b). The fixing bolt (31d), the adjusting bolt (31e) and the limiting interval (31-1) cooperate with each other to limit the movement of the connector (32) in all directions.

7. A connecting member according to claim 4, characterized in that, The adjusting bolt (31e) has a released state and a locked state. In the released state, the adjusting bolt (31e) exerts no vertical pressure on the connecting member (32). In the locked state, the adjusting bolt (31e) exerts vertical pressure on the connecting member (32).

8. A connecting member according to claim 3, characterized in that, Neither the fixing bolt (31d) nor the adjusting bolt (31e) penetrates the base (31a) in the thickness direction.

9. A connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (32) further includes a turning portion (32c) located between the limiting portion (32b) and the connecting portion (32a), configured to implement different orientations for the connecting portion (32a) and the limiting portion (32b).

10. A connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the connecting part (32a) and the limiting part (32b) is approximately 90 degrees.

11. A modular furniture, comprising a first functional component (10) and a second functional component (20), characterized in that, The first functional component (10) and the second functional component (20) are detachably connected by a connecting member as described in any one of claims 1-10.

12. A modular furniture according to claim 11, characterized in that, The first functional component (10) has at least one substantially flat portion, which is connected to the substantially flat portion of the second functional component (20) via the connecting member (30).

13. A modular furniture according to claim 11, characterized in that, The first functional component (10) is configured as a base, and the second functional component (20) is configured as a backrest or armrest.

14. A modular furniture according to claim 11, characterized in that, The first functional component (10) is configured as a base, and the second functional component (20) is configured as a base.

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