Container with folded warning label

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of with folding warning mark's storage container, including box and the folding warning sign installed on the rim of box, box is the N prism shape of upper opening, N is at least two, and the folding warning sign is triangular, wherein one apex is on top, and the lower rim of folding warning sign is installed on the upper rim of the side wall of box by reversible connecting structure.The shape of warning cone cylinder can be formed by the folding warning sign of two or more than two, which is used for emergency parking on the road, and the folding warning sign is fixed by folding and adhering to the surface of the side wall of box when not used as warning, to restore the function of container, for packing sundries.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of automotive supplies, and more particularly to a storage container with a fold-over warning label. Background Technology

[0002] Car storage boxes are widely used as containers for miscellaneous items, capable of holding small items and liquids to prevent clutter in the trunk and to prevent liquid spills from causing trunk contamination. As required by traffic regulations, warning signs are mandatory items to be carried in the vehicle and placed in the trunk. When a vehicle encounters an emergency and stops on the road, the warning sign needs to be removed and placed behind the car to alert oncoming vehicles to change lanes and avoid collisions. The inventor believes that since both are tools and tools that occupy trunk space, why not combine them into one, reducing the space occupied in the trunk and achieving a mutually beneficial effect? Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention proposes a storage container with a folding warning label.

[0004] The technical solution of this invention is: a storage container with a folding warning sign. The storage container includes a box body and a folding warning sign installed on the upper edge of the box body. The box body is an N-prism shape with an open top, where N≥3. There are at least two warning signs, each of which is triangular in shape, with one apex at the top. The lower edge of the warning sign is installed on the upper edge of the side wall of the box body via a flip-up connecting structure. Through this flip-up connecting structure, the storage container can switch between a container and a warning sign cone shape. When the warning sign is flipped downwards, it can fit against the side wall of the box body, thus the box body functions as a container. When the warning sign is needed, it is flipped upwards to form a warning cone shape, which can then be placed on the road to warn and alert passing vehicles.

[0005] Preferably, the foldable connection structure includes a mounting hole on the upper edge of the side wall and a corresponding connecting hole on the lower edge of the warning sign, with the mounting hole and the connecting hole connected by a connecting ring. This bidirectional sleeve structure of the connecting ring is simple, practical, and easy to fold, allowing it to fold inwards or outwards from the box.

[0006] Preferably, the warning sign is a modular warning sign, which is triangular in shape. The outer surface of the sign has a warning icon. The modular warning sign is divided into M sections along its height from top to bottom, where M ≥ 2. The first section is triangular, and the lower sections are progressively larger trapezoids. Sections 2 through M each have an open cavity structure at the top. The thickness and width of the cavity correspond to the thickness and width of the bottom edge of the corresponding upper section, and the cavity is used to accommodate the upper section. This telescopic modular structure solves the problem of the overall shape of the warning cylinder being too similar to existing warning cylinder shapes, making it easier for people to identify and accept.

[0007] Preferably, the combined warning sign is shaped like an isosceles triangle, with the first section being an isosceles triangle and the lower sections being progressively larger isosceles trapezoids. The heights of the M sections are equal and slightly less than the height of the box's side walls. This ensures that the height of the retracted warning sign is less than the height of the box's side walls, and that when folded and fitted, it does not extend beyond the edge of the side walls, thus not affecting the use of the box or getting caught on other objects.

[0008] Preferably, a vertical guide strip and guide groove are provided between the inner surface of the upper plate and the inner surface of the cavity of the lower plate, with the guide strip parallel to the center line of the plate. This is used for guidance during the extension and retraction process, preventing the upper and lower plates from deflecting in any direction.

[0009] Preferably, the upper plate has positioning clips extending laterally from both sides of its bottom edge, and correspondingly, the upper opening of the lower plate cavity has inwardly facing positioning steps at both ends. After the upper plate has essentially completed its extraction, the positioning clips contact the positioning steps, thereby achieving positioning during the extraction stroke and preventing the upper plate from being pulled out.

[0010] Preferably, the top of the first section is provided with a tie or Velcro strap, and corresponding ties and Velcro straps are provided on the lower edge or bottom surface of the outer side wall of the box, or on the lower edge or bottom surface of the inner side wall of the box. The tie or Velcro strap at the top of the first section is used to connect the top of the combined warning sign after it is pulled out, so that multiple combined warning signs can maintain the shape of the cylinder. After the combined warning signs are retracted, the tie or Velcro strap at the top of the first section, together with the tie and Velcro strap on the lower edge of the same side wall, is used to fix the combined warning signs to the side wall to prevent them from shaking back and forth and affecting the use of the box.

[0011] Preferably, the box is a triangular prism box, and the combined warning signs are three corresponding signs.

[0012] Preferably, the box is a quadrangular prism box, and the combined warning signs are four corresponding signs.

[0013] Preferably, the bottom surface of the box is provided with several support legs, the sides of which are hollowed out and lights are installed inside the support legs.

[0014] The outriggers protect the bottom of the enclosure from wear and tear from contact with the road surface. The lights provide illumination at night, and the lights also serve as a warning light at night and in low-light conditions, as they are emitted through perforated holes.

[0015] Preferably, the inner surfaces of the cavities inside the 2nd-Nth sections of the plate are provided with clamping protrusions on both sides. These clamping protrusions act on the surface of the previous section of the plate inside. The clamping protrusions provide lateral clamping force during the plate's extraction and retraction, creating a damping effect so that the plate cannot move freely when there is no external force, thus avoiding the problem of uncontrolled expansion and contraction.

[0016] The beneficial technical effects of this invention are as follows: A storage container with a foldable warning label includes a box body and a foldable warning label installed on the upper edge of the box body. The box body is an N-prism shape with an open top, where N≥3. There are at least two warning labels, each of which is triangular in shape with one apex at the top. The lower edge of the warning label is installed on the upper edge of the side wall of the box body via a flip-up connecting structure. Two or more warning labels can be flipped up and stood upright, forming a warning cone shape when connected to each other for use in emergency stopping on the road. When not used for warning purposes, the warning labels can be folded up and fixed to the side wall surface of the box body, restoring the container's function for storing miscellaneous items.

[0017] To further address the issue of the warning signs closely resembling the shape and proportions of existing warning cylinders when erected, the height of the warning signs is set to be at least three times the height of the side wall of the enclosure. This is achieved through a multi-section telescopic combination of warning signs, ensuring that the signs can be extended to a sufficient height while also retracting to a height less than the height of the side wall of the enclosure. This allows the signs to fit smoothly against the surface of the enclosure's side wall without affecting the normal use of the enclosure.

[0018] The items placed inside the box serve as counterweights to prevent the warning sign from being blown away by the wind when it is opened, thus improving its stability during use. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is one of the main view structural diagrams of the storage container with a folding warning label in Embodiment 1; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the AA cross-sectional structure of the storage box; Figure 3 for Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the storage box; Figure 4 for Figure 1 A top view of the storage box; Figure 5 for Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the middle box; Figure 6 One of the three-dimensional structural diagrams of a telescopic combination warning sign in its unfolded state; Figure 7 The second schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the retractable and modular warning sign in its unfolded state; Figure 8 for Figure 6 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first plate in the diagram; Figure 9 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the second plate in the diagram; Figure 10 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the second plate in the diagram; Figure 11 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the third section of the plate; Figure 12 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the third plate in the diagram; Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the combined warning sign retracting and attaching to the outer surface of the box in Example 1; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of a combined warning sign retracting and attaching to the inner surface of a box, as shown in one embodiment. Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the box body with hollowed-out support legs at the bottom; Figure 16 for Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the DD cross-sectional structure; Figure 17 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the storage container with a folding warning label in Example 4; Figure 18 This is a top view of the storage container with a folding warning label in Example 4; In the diagram: 1. Box body; 2. Combination warning sign; 3. Connecting ring; 11. Mounting hole; 13. Guide groove; 14. Hollow support leg; 15. Light; 21. Strap or Velcro. 22. Section 1 plate, 221. Guide groove, 222. Positioning clip, 23. Section 2 plate, 231. Guide groove, 232. Guide strip, 233. Positioning clip, 234. Cavity, 235. Clamping protrusion, 24. Section 3 plate, 241. Guide bar, 242. Guide bar, 244. Connecting hole, 244. Cavity, 245. Clamping protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0020] Example 1: See Figure 1-14 The figure shows a storage container with a folding warning label. The storage container includes a box body 1 and a folding warning label installed on the upper edge of the box body 1. The box body 1 is an N-prism shape with an open top, where N≥3. There are at least two warning labels. The warning labels are triangular in shape, with one apex at the top. The lower edge of the warning label is installed on the upper edge of the side wall of the box body 1 through a flip-up connection structure.

[0021] Through this flip-up connection structure, the storage container can switch back and forth between the container and the warning cone structure. When the warning sign is flipped down, it can fit against the side wall of the box 1, so the box 1 is the container. When the warning sign is needed, it is flipped up to form the shape of a warning cone, so it can be placed on the road to warn and remind passing vehicles.

[0022] The reversible connection structure includes a mounting hole 11 on the upper edge of the side wall and a corresponding connecting hole 244 on the lower edge of the warning sign. The mounting hole 11 and the connecting hole 244 are connected by a connecting ring 3. The bidirectional sleeve structure of the connecting ring 3 is simple, practical, and easy to fold, allowing it to fold inward or outward from the box 1.

[0023] The aforementioned warning sign is a modular warning sign, with an overall triangular shape. The outer surface of the sign features warning icons. The modular warning sign is divided into M sections along its height, where M ≥ 2. The first section (section 22) is triangular, and the lower sections are progressively larger trapezoids. Sections 2 through M each have an open, hollow structure at the top. The thickness and width of each cavity correspond to the thickness and width of the bottom edge of the corresponding section above it, and the cavity is used to accommodate the section above it. This telescopic modular structure solves the problem of the overall shape of the warning cylinder being too similar to existing warning cylinders, making it easier for people to identify and accept.

[0024] The combined warning sign is shaped like an isosceles triangle. The first section 22 is an isosceles triangle, and the lower sections are progressively larger isosceles trapezoids. The heights of the M sections are equal and slightly less than the height of the side wall of the box 1. This ensures that the height of the retracted warning sign is less than the height of the side wall of the box 1, and that when folded and fitted, it does not extend beyond the edge of the side wall, thus not affecting the use of the box 1 or causing it to snag on other objects.

[0025] A vertical guide strip and guide groove are provided between the inner surface of the upper plate and the inner surface of the cavity of the lower plate. The guide strip is parallel to the center line of the plate. This is used for guidance during the extension and retraction process to avoid the problem of deflection between the upper and lower plates.

[0026] The upper plate has positioning clips extending laterally from both sides of its bottom edge, and corresponding to these clips, inward positioning steps are provided at both ends of the upper opening of the cavity of the lower plate. After the upper plate has basically completed its extraction, the positioning clips contact the positioning steps, thereby achieving positioning during the extraction stroke and preventing the upper plate from being pulled out.

[0027] The top of the first section 22 is provided with a tie or Velcro 21. Corresponding ties and Velcro are provided on the lower edge or bottom surface of the outer side wall of the box 1, or on the lower edge or bottom surface of the inner side wall of the box 1. The tie or Velcro 21 at the top of the first section 22 is used to connect the top of the combined warning sign after it is pulled out, allowing multiple combined warning signs to maintain the shape of the cylinder. After the combined warning sign is retracted, the tie or Velcro 21 at the top of the first section 22, together with the tie and Velcro on the lower edge of the same side wall, is used to fix the combined warning sign to the side wall, preventing it from shaking back and forth and affecting the use of the box 1.

[0028] The box 1 is a triangular prism box 1, and the combined warning signs are three corresponding ones.

[0029] The box 1 is a quadrangular prism box 1, and the combined warning signs are four corresponding ones.

[0030] The internal cavity of the plate and the plate inside it can be configured to have an interference fit in terms of size. The clamping force is formed by the elastic deformation of the material itself, which prevents the plate and the cavity from moving randomly.

[0031] How to use: ① When storing in the trunk of a car, it can be used as a container, such as... Figure 13 As shown, the preferably shrunk modular warning sign is attached to the outer surface of the side wall of the box 1 and secured with straps or Velcro to ensure a firm fit. Alternatively, it can be... Figure 14 As shown, it is attached to the inner side of the side wall of box 1, and the user can choose according to their needs.

[0032] ② When a vehicle needs to stop urgently while driving on the road, take the storage container with the flip-up warning sign out of the vehicle and move it to the rear of the vehicle. First, pull out the combination warning sign, then flip the warning sign upwards, and then connect the straps and Velcro at the top of the sign to form a warning cylinder shape to alert vehicles behind.

[0033] Example 2: See Figure 15 The following changes were made based on Example 1.

[0034] The bottom surface of the box 1 is provided with several support legs. The sides of the support legs are hollowed out, and lamps 15 are installed inside the support legs. The support legs are used to protect the bottom surface of the box 1 and prevent the bottom surface from contacting and abrading the ground. The lamps 15 are used for nighttime illumination, and the light from the lamps 15 also serves as a warning at night and in low light conditions when the light passes through the hollowed-out holes.

[0035] Example 3: See Figure 16 Based on Example 1, the following changes were made.

[0036] The inner surfaces of the cavities inside the 2nd-Nth sections of the plate are provided with clamping protrusions on both sides. These clamping protrusions act on the surface of the previous section of the plate inside. The clamping protrusions provide lateral clamping force during the plate's extraction and retraction, creating a damping effect. This prevents the plate from moving freely without external force, thus avoiding uncontrolled expansion and contraction.

[0037] Example 4: See Figure 17-18 Example 4 is basically the same as Example 1, except that the box 1 in Example 4 is a triangular prism box 1, and the combined warning signs are three corresponding ones, which together form a triangular pyramid shape when opened. The working process is the same as in Example 1, and will not be described again.

[0038] The box 1 described in Embodiments 1 to 3 above can also have five or six sides. No further drawings are needed. For the structure and working process, please refer to Embodiments 1 and 2.

Claims

1. A storage container with a fold-over warning label, characterized in that: The storage container includes a box body and a foldable warning sign installed on the upper edge of the box body. The box body is an N-prism shape with an opening at the top, where N≥3. There are at least two warning signs, and the warning signs are generally triangular with one apex at the top. The lower edge of the warning sign is installed on the upper edge of the side wall of the box body through a flip-up connection structure.

2. The storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reversible connection structure includes a mounting hole on the upper edge of the side wall and a corresponding connection hole on the lower edge of the warning sign. The mounting hole and the connection hole are connected by a connecting ring.

3. The storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The warning sign is a modular warning sign. The modular warning sign is triangular in shape. The outer surface of the warning sign is equipped with a warning icon. The modular warning sign is divided into M sections along the height direction from top to bottom, where M≥2. The first section is triangular, and the lower section is a trapezoid with progressively larger shapes. The interior of the second to M sections is a hollow structure with an open top. The thickness and width of the cavity correspond to the thickness and width of the bottom edge of the corresponding upper section. The cavity is used to accommodate the corresponding upper section.

4. The storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 3, characterized in that: The combined warning sign is shaped like an isosceles triangle. The first section is an isosceles triangle, and the lower section is an isosceles trapezoid that gradually expands. The height of the M sections is equal and slightly less than the height of the side wall of the box.

5. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 3, characterized in that: A vertical guide strip and a guide groove are provided between the inner surface of the upper plate and the inner surface of the cavity of the lower plate, and the guide strip is parallel to the center line of the plate.

6. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper plate has positioning clips extending laterally from both sides of its bottom edge, and corresponding to these clips, the two ends of the upper opening of the cavity of the lower plate have inward positioning steps.

7. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the first section of the panel is provided with a tie or Velcro strap, and corresponding ties and Velcro straps are provided on the lower edge or bottom surface of the outer side wall of the box, or on the lower edge or bottom surface of the inner side wall of the box.

8. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The enclosure is a triangular prism, and the combined warning signs are three in number; or the enclosure is a quadrangular prism, and the combined warning signs are four in number.

9. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the box is provided with several support legs, the sides of which are hollowed out and lights are installed inside the support legs.

10. A storage container with a folding warning label according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner surface of the cavity inside the 2nd-Nth section of the plate is provided with clamping protrusions on both sides, and the clamping protrusions act on the surface of the previous section of the plate inside.

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