Adjustable cup holder and child safety seat

Abstract

The application provides an adjustable cup holder and a child safety seat, and relates to the technical field of seats. The adjustable cup holder comprises a fixing seat, a connector, an unlocking piece and a cup holder. The fixing seat is arranged on a seat body, and the cup holder is connected with the connector. The connector is movably arranged on the fixing seat along a first direction. The connector can be switched between a locked state and a rotating unlocked state during movement. The connector can rotate relative to the fixing seat when the connector is switched from the locked state to the rotating unlocked state. The unlocking piece is movably arranged on the connector along a second direction. The unlocking piece can be switched between a locked state and an unlocked state during movement. The unlocking piece is used for limiting the movement of the connector in the locked state, and is used for releasing the limitation on the movement of the connector in the unlocked state. The child safety seat can reduce the risk of cup overturning or liquid spilling in the cup holder.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of seat technology, and more specifically, to an adjustable cup holder and a child safety seat. Background Technology

[0002] Some child safety seats are equipped with cup holders for storing cups such as water cups or baby bottles. However, the cup holders are usually fixed to the seat, while most child safety seats are adjustable. When parents adjust the seat tilt angle according to the child's position, the cup holder will rotate synchronously with the entire seat, causing the cup holder to be tilted. This may lead to the risk of the cups placed in the cup holder tipping over or the liquid inside spilling out. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this application includes, for example, providing an adjustable cup holder and child safety seat that can reduce the risk of cups tipping over or liquids spilling out due to the cup holder tilting.

[0004] The embodiments of this application can be implemented as follows: An embodiment of this application provides an adjustable cup holder, which includes a fixed base, a connector, an unlocking component, and a cup holder. The fixed base is disposed on the seat body, and the cup holder is connected to the connector. The connector is movably disposed on the fixed base along a first direction, and the connector can switch between a locked state and a rotationally unlocked state during movement. When the connector changes from the locked state to the rotationally unlocked state, it can rotate relative to the fixed base. The unlocking component is movably disposed on the connector along a second direction, and the unlocking component can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state during movement. The unlocking component is used to restrict the movement of the connector in the locked state and to release the restriction on the movement of the connector in the unlocked state, wherein the first direction and the second direction form an angle.

[0005] Optionally, the fixing base is provided with a first abutting surface, and the unlocking member is provided with a first abutting part. When the unlocking member is in the locked state, the first abutting part abuts against the first abutting surface; when the unlocking member is in the unlocked state, the first abutting part releases abutting against the first abutting surface.

[0006] Optionally, the connector is provided with a first elastic element, which acts on the unlocking element to reset the unlocking element to the locked state.

[0007] Optionally, the fixing seat is provided with a first tooth and the connector is provided with a second tooth. When the connector is in the locked state, the first tooth and the second tooth engage; when the connector is in the rotated unlocked state, the first tooth and the second tooth disengage.

[0008] Optionally, the seat body is provided with a second elastic element, which acts on the connector to reset the connector to a locked state.

[0009] Optionally, the fixing base is provided with a second abutting surface, and the connector is provided with a second abutting part. When the second abutting part abuts against the second abutting surface, the connector is in a locked state.

[0010] Optionally, the cup holder is provided with an elastic arm, and the connector is provided with a positioning hole for cooperating with the elastic arm.

[0011] Optionally, the connector is provided with symmetrical limiting ribs, and the unlocking member is movably disposed between the two limiting ribs and abuts against the two limiting ribs.

[0012] An embodiment of this application also provides a child safety seat, including a seat body and the aforementioned adjustable cup holder, wherein the side of the seat body is provided with a mounting groove, and the fixing seat is detachably disposed in the mounting groove.

[0013] Optionally, the mounting groove has two opposing limiting sidewalls on both sides, which are used to abut against the connector during the rotation of the connector to limit the angle of rotation of the connector.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the adjustable cup holder and child safety seat provided in this application embodiment include, for example: the unlocking member can prevent the connector from moving toward the seat body in the first direction when it is locked; only when the user actively presses the unlocking member in the second direction to switch the unlocking member from the locked state to the unlocked state can the connector be pushed from the locked state to the rotation unlocked state. After the connector enters the rotation unlocked state, the cup holder and the connector can rotate synchronously. After the cup holder rotates to the horizontal position, the connector can be reset to the locked state to complete the angle locking, which solves the problem of the cup tipping over or the liquid inside the cup spilling out due to the change of seat angle caused by the traditional cup holder. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a child safety seat; Figure 2 An exploded view of an adjustable cup holder; Figure 3 A partial cross-sectional view showing the adjustable cup holder with the unlocking mechanism in the locked position; Figure 4 A partial cross-sectional view showing the adjustable cup holder with the connector in the rotated unlocked state; Figure 5 To demonstrate the relative positional relationship between the unlocking component in the locked state and the connector and cover; Figure 6 To demonstrate the relative positional relationship between the unlocking component, the connector, and the cover when the unlocking component is in the unlocked state; Figure 7 A cross-sectional view showing the assembly relationship between the unlocking mechanism and the trim cover; Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the unlocking component; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed base; Figure 10 An exploded view showing the assembly relationship between the cup holder and the connector; Figure 11 This is a diagram illustrating the cup holder rotated to its first extreme position; Figure 12 This is a diagram illustrating the cup holder rotating to its second extreme position; Figure 13 This is a diagram illustrating how the cup holder can be rotated to a horizontal position. Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the limiting relationship between the unlocking component and the connector.

[0017] Icons: 100-Seat body; 110-Second elastic element; 120-Mounting groove; 121-Limiting side wall; 200-Fixing seat; 210-First abutting surface; 220-First tooth; 230-Second abutting surface; 300-Connector; 310-First elastic element; 320-Second tooth; 330-Second abutting part; 340-Second connecting part; 341-Positioning hole; 350-Limiting rib; 360-Through hole; 400-Unlocking element; 410-First abutting part; 420-Card slot; 430-Pressing part; 500-Cup holder; 510-First connecting part; 511-Elastic arm; 600-Cover; 610-Limiting groove; 620-Window. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0019] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0021] In the description of this application, it should be noted that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product of the invention is usually placed during use, they are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0022] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0024] Please refer to Figures 1-8 This application provides a child safety seat, including a seat body 100 and an adjustable cup holder. The adjustable cup holder includes a fixed base 200, a connector 300, an unlocking element 400, and a cup holder 500. The fixed base 200 is disposed on the seat body 100, and the cup holder 500 is connected to the connector 300. The connector 300 is movably disposed on the fixed base 200 along a first direction. The connector 300 can switch between a locked state and a rotation unlocked state during movement. When the connector 300 changes from the locked state to the rotation unlocked state, it can rotate relative to the fixed base 200. The unlocking element 400 is movably disposed on the connector 300 along a second direction. The unlocking element 400 can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state during movement. The unlocking element 400 is used to restrict the movement of the connector 300 in the locked state and to release the restriction on the movement of the connector 300 in the unlocked state. The first direction and the second direction form an angle.

[0025] The connector 300 is movably disposed on the fixing base 200 along a first direction (such as the horizontal direction), and the fixing base 200 is fixed on the seat body 100; the unlocking member 400 is movably disposed on the connector 300 along a second direction (such as perpendicular to the first direction). In the locked state, the unlocking member 400 can prevent the connector 300 from moving toward the seat body 100 along the first direction; only when the user actively presses the unlocking member 400 (optionally a button) along the second direction to switch it from the locked state to the unlocked state can the connector 300 be pushed from the locked state to the rotational unlocked state.

[0026] After the cup holder 500 is rotated to a horizontal position, the connector 300 can be reset to the locked state, completing the angle locking and solving the problem of cup tipping over or liquid spilling out of the cup due to changes in the seat angle of traditional cup holders 500. In addition, the unlocking component 400, connector 300, and fixing base 200 form a double-locking structure. The unlocking component 400 must be unlocked first before the movement and subsequent rotation of connector 300 can be triggered, effectively preventing accidental rotation of the cup holder 500 due to children accidentally touching it or non-active factors such as bumps.

[0027] In this embodiment, the fixed seat 200 is provided with a first abutting surface 210 on the side away from the seat body 100, and the unlocking member 400 is provided with a first abutting part 410. When the unlocking member 400 is in the locked state, the first abutting part 410 abuts against the first abutting surface 210; when the unlocking member 400 is in the unlocked state, the first abutting part 410 and the first abutting surface 210 are released from abutment.

[0028] The fixed seat 200 has a first abutment surface 210 on the side opposite to the seat body 100, and the unlocking member 400 has a corresponding first abutment part 410. When the unlocking member 400 is in the locked state, the first abutment part 410 abuts tightly with the first abutment surface 210, directly preventing the connector 300 from moving horizontally toward the seat body 100, thus keeping the connector 300 in the locked state. Only when the user presses the unlocking member 400 in the second direction, causing the first abutment part 410 to disengage from the first abutment surface 210 and releasing the abutment relationship, can the connector 300 move and enter the rotation unlocking state.

[0029] In this embodiment, a first elastic element 310 is provided inside the connector 300. The first elastic element 310 acts on the unlocking element 400 to reset the unlocking element 400 to the locked state.

[0030] The unlocking component 400 is provided with a locking groove 420, and the connector 300 is provided with a first elastic element 310. One end of the first elastic element 310 abuts against the locking groove 420 of the unlocking component 400, and the other end abuts against or is fixed to the inner wall of the connector 300. When the user presses the unlocking component 400 to switch it from the locked state to the unlocked state, the first elastic element 310 is compressed and stores energy; once the user releases the unlocking component 400, the first elastic element 310 releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the unlocking component 400 to reset in the second direction until its first abutting part 410 abuts against the first abutting surface 210 of the fixing seat 200 again, and the unlocking component 400 returns to the locked state.

[0031] It should be pointed out that, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, after pressing the unlocking member 400 to the unlocked state, when the connector 300 is moved to the rotating unlocked state by pressing it towards the seat body 100 side, the first abutting part 410 will pass over the first abutting surface 210. During this process, the first elastic member 310 is always in a compressed state. When the connector 300 is locked again, the first abutting part 410 is located on one side of the first abutting surface 210, and the first elastic member 310 can release elastic potential energy to push the unlocking member 400 to reset until the first abutting part 410 abuts against the first abutting surface 210 again.

[0032] In an optional embodiment, the connector 300 further includes a cover 600, which is fixedly connected to the connector 300; the unlocking member 400 includes a pressing part 430, and a limiting groove 610 is provided in the cover 600. The pressing part 430 slides with the limiting groove 610 to ensure that the unlocking member 400 moves stably in the second direction; the cover 600 is also provided with a window 620 for the pressing part 430 to be exposed. The window 620 communicates with the limiting groove 610 so that the user can press the pressing part 430 in the window 620 to unlock the unlocking member 400.

[0033] When the user presses the pressing part 430 to make the unlocking part 400 reach the unlocked state, the cover 600 can be pressed in the first direction. The cover 600, the unlocking part 400, and the connector 300 move synchronously until the connector 300 reaches the rotation unlocked state. At this time, the angle of the cup holder 500 can be adjusted.

[0034] Please refer to Figure 9 , Figure 10 In this embodiment, the fixing base 200 is provided with a first tooth 220 and the connector 300 is provided with a second tooth 320. When the connector 300 is in the locked state, the first tooth 220 and the second tooth 320 are engaged; when the connector 300 is in the rotated unlocked state, the first tooth 220 and the second tooth 320 are disengaged.

[0035] The fixing base 200 is provided with a first tooth 220, and the connector 300 is provided with a corresponding second tooth 320. Both can be selected as an annular toothed ring structure to adapt to the motion characteristics of the connector 300 rotating around the axis. When the connector 300 is in the locked state, the first tooth 220 and the second tooth 320 are tightly engaged in the circumferential direction, forming a multi-point engagement rigid constraint, which effectively prevents the connector 300 from deflecting at an angle relative to the fixing base 200. When the user completes the unlocking operation of the unlocking piece 400, the connector 300 can be moved in the first direction. At this time, the second tooth 320 disengages from the first tooth 220 along with the connector 300, and the connector 300 enters the rotation unlocking state, which can be freely rotated to adjust the posture of the cup holder 500.

[0036] In this embodiment, a second elastic element 110 is provided on the seat body 100. The second elastic element 110 acts on the connector 300 to reset the connector 300 to the locked state.

[0037] A second elastic element 110 is provided on the seat body 100. One end of the second elastic element 110 abuts against the connector 300, and the other end abuts against the seat body 100. When the user presses the connector 300 to enter the rotation unlock state, the second elastic element 110 is compressed and stores energy. Once the connector 300 is released, the second elastic element 110 releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the connector 300 to move in a first direction away from the seat body 100 until its second tooth 320 re-engages with the first tooth 220 in the fixing seat 200, restoring the locked state.

[0038] It should be noted that both the first elastic element 310 and the second elastic element 110 can be selected as conventional elastic elements such as springs or sheet springs, and there is no limitation on this.

[0039] In this embodiment, the fixed seat 200 is provided with a second abutting surface 230 on the side facing the seat body 100, and the connector 300 is provided with a second abutting part 330. When the second abutting part 330 abuts against the second abutting surface 230, the connector 300 is in a locked state.

[0040] The connector 300 is provided with a through hole 360 ​​for the first abutting part 410 to extend out. After the first abutting part 410 extends out of the through hole 360, it can abut against the first abutting surface 210. When the second abutting part 330 abuts against the second abutting surface 230, the first abutting part 410 and the second abutting part 330 abut against the fixing base 200 from opposite sides, which provides stable lateral positioning of the connector 300 and ensures the stability of the connector 300 in use.

[0041] The fixed seat 200 has a second abutment surface 230 on the side facing the seat body 100, and the connector 300 has a corresponding second abutment part 330. The number of second abutment parts 330 can be multiple, and the multiple second abutment parts 330 are spaced apart around the rotation axis of the connector 300.

[0042] Since the second elastic element 110 always applies a reset force to the connector 300 in the direction away from the seat body 100, this force pushes the connector 300 to move in the first direction until the second abutting part 330 and the second abutting surface 230 are tightly abutted. At this time, the connector 300 reaches the reset limit position, the second tooth 320 and the first tooth 220 are engaged, and the connector 300 is in a locked state. The abutting relationship between the second abutting part 330 and the second abutting surface 230 effectively constrains the maximum stroke of the connector 300 reset and prevents the connector 300 from disengaging from the fixed seat 200.

[0043] In this embodiment, the side of the seat body 100 is provided with a mounting groove 120, and the fixing seat 200 is detachably disposed in the mounting groove 120.

[0044] The mounting slot 120 is located on the side of the seat body 100. Its shape is adapted to the shape of the fixing seat 200, allowing the fixing seat 200 to be completely accommodated within the mounting slot 120 without protruding from the exterior of the seat body 100. This arrangement conceals the fixing seat 200, avoiding an increase in the overall size of the seat and reducing its impact on vehicle space. It also mitigates the risk of misoperation or collision caused by exposed components to some extent. At the same time, the fixing seat 200 and the mounting slot 120 are connected by a detachable connection (such as screw fastening), facilitating later replacement or installation. For example, the mounting slot 120 can be used as a reserved interface. When the cup holder is not needed, it can be closed with an outer cover. When the cup holder is needed, the outer cover can be removed, and the entire adjustable cup holder can be installed in the reserved interface, thus meeting the needs of different markets and customers.

[0045] Optionally, the seat body 100 has mounting grooves 120 on both opposite sides, and a fixing seat 200 is provided in each of the two mounting grooves 120, so that two cup holders 500 structures can be symmetrically arranged.

[0046] Please refer to Figure 2 as well as Figures 11-13 In this embodiment, two opposing limiting sidewalls 121 are provided on both sides of the mounting groove 120. The limiting sidewalls 121 are used to abut against the connector 300 during the rotation of the connector 300 to limit the angle of rotation of the connector 300.

[0047] When the connector 300 is in the unlocked rotation state and drives the cup holder 500 to rotate, the connector 300 gradually approaches the limiting sidewall 121 on one side of the mounting groove 120. Once it rotates to its limit position, the connector 300 abuts against the limiting sidewall 121 on that side and cannot rotate further. Similarly, when rotating in the opposite direction, it will abut against the limiting sidewall 121 on the other side. The double limiting sidewalls 121 limit the rotation stroke of the connector 300, constraining the angle adjustment range of the cup holder 500. When the seat is in its limit position, the limiting sidewalls 121 can be used to quickly position the cup holder 500, avoiding over-adjustment.

[0048] In this embodiment, as Figure 10 As shown, the cup holder 500 is provided with an elastic arm 511, and the connector 300 is provided with a positioning hole 341 for cooperating with the elastic arm 511.

[0049] Preferably, the cup holder 500 is provided with a first connecting part 510, and the connector 300 is provided with a second connecting part 340. The first connecting part 510 and the second connecting part 340 are inserted into each other. An elastic arm 511 is provided on the first connecting part 510, and the elastic arm 511 can produce a certain degree of deformation. The positioning hole 341 is provided on the second connecting part 340.

[0050] During installation, the first connecting part 510 is inserted into the second connecting part 340. The elastic arm 511 is guided by the inner wall of the second connecting part 340 to undergo elastic deformation until it reaches the positioning hole 341. At this point, the elastic arm 511 rebounds under its own restoring force and locks into the positioning hole 341, thus fixing the cup holder 500 and the connector 300 relatively. When the cup holder 500 needs to be removed, simply apply reverse force to dislodge the elastic arm 511 from the positioning hole 341 and then pull the cup holder 500 out of the connector 300. It is understandable that since the cup holder 500 is detachable, the style of the cup holder 500 can be changed, as long as the cup holder 500 has an elastic arm 511 that mates with the positioning hole 341.

[0051] Please refer to Figure 14 In this embodiment, the connector 300 is symmetrically provided with limiting ribs 350, and the unlocking member 400 is movably disposed between the two limiting ribs 350 and abuts against the two limiting ribs 350.

[0052] Two limiting ribs 350 are symmetrically arranged to form a narrow slide. The unlocking component 400 is movably disposed in the slide and is always in contact with the limiting ribs 350 on both sides. When the user presses the unlocking component 400, it is always laterally limited by the limiting ribs 350 during its sliding along the second direction to avoid tilting or rotational displacement.

[0053] In summary, this application provides an adjustable cup holder and a child safety seat. The adjustable cup holder includes a fixed base 200, a connector 300, an unlocking component 400, and a cup holder 500. When the angle of the cup holder 500 needs to be adjusted, the user presses the unlocking component 400 to switch the unlocking component 400 from a locked state to an unlocked state. The connector 300 can then be pressed from a locked state to a rotation unlocked state. After the connector 300 enters the rotation unlocked state, the cup holder 500 can rotate to a horizontal position. Subsequently, the connector 300 can automatically reset to the locked state, completing the angle locking.

[0054] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An adjustable cup holder, characterized in that, It includes a fixing base (200), a connector (300), an unlocking component (400), and a cup holder (500). The fixing base (200) is used to be mounted on the seat body (100), and the cup holder (500) is connected to the connector (300). The connector (300) is movably disposed on the fixed base (200) along the first direction. The connector (300) can switch between a locked state and a rotation unlocked state during movement. When the connector (300) changes from the locked state to the rotation unlocked state, it can rotate relative to the fixed base (200). The unlocking member (400) is movably disposed on the connector (300) along the second direction. The unlocking member (400) can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state during movement. The unlocking member (400) is used to restrict the movement of the connector (300) in the locked state and to release the restriction on the movement of the connector (300) in the unlocked state, wherein the first direction and the second direction form an angle.

2. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing base (200) is provided with a first abutting surface (210), and the unlocking member (400) is provided with a first abutting part (410). When the unlocking member (400) is in the locked state, the first abutting part (410) abuts against the first abutting surface (210); when the unlocking member (400) is in the unlocked state, the first abutting part (410) releases abutment from the first abutting surface (210).

3. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (300) is provided with a first elastic element (310), which acts on the unlocking element (400) to reset the unlocking element (400) to the locked state.

4. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing base (200) is provided with a first tooth (220), and the connector (300) is provided with a second tooth (320). When the connector (300) is in the locked state, the first tooth (220) and the second tooth (320) cooperate with each other; when the connector (300) is in the rotation unlocked state, the first tooth (220) and the second tooth (320) are disengaged.

5. The adjustable cup holder according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The seat body (100) is provided with a second elastic element (110), which acts on the connector (300) to reset the connector (300) to the locked state.

6. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fixing base (200) is provided with a second abutting surface (230), and the connector (300) is provided with a second abutting part (330). When the second abutting part (330) abuts against the second abutting surface (230), the connector (300) is in a locked state.

7. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cup holder (500) is provided with an elastic arm (511), and the connector (300) is provided with a positioning hole (341) for cooperating with the elastic arm (511).

8. The adjustable cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (300) is symmetrically provided with limiting ribs (350), and the unlocking member (400) is movably disposed between the two limiting ribs (350) and abuts against the two limiting ribs (350).

9. A child safety seat, characterized in that, The seat includes a seat body (100) and an adjustable cup holder as described in any one of claims 1-8. The seat body (100) has a mounting groove (120) on its side, and the fixing seat (200) is detachably disposed in the mounting groove (120).

10. The child safety seat according to claim 9, characterized in that, The mounting groove (120) has two opposing limiting sidewalls (121) on both sides. The limiting sidewalls (121) are used to abut against the connector (300) during the rotation of the connector (300) to limit the angle of rotation of the connector (300).

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