Seat and seat combination

By using connectors in the seat to secure the frame, foot and handrail assembly together, the existing seats are solved with weak support and complex installation problems, achieving higher stability and a simpler installation process.

CN222898640UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-27JASON FURNITURE(HANGZHOU) CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421760152.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-23
Publication Date
2025-05-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The frame and feet of existing seats are molded by integrated injection molding, resulting in weak support force, poor stability, and complicated handrail components, large number of parts, and difficult to install.

Method used

Connectors are used to secure the frame, feet and handrail assembly together, and assemble through mounting holes and fixtures, simplifying the installation process and improving overall stability.

Benefits of technology

It achieves improved stability and comfort of seats, simplifies the number of parts and installation complexity, and improves production and use efficiency.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN222898640U_ABST
    Figure CN222898640U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model provides a seat and a seat combination. The seat comprises a seat frame and supporting legs fixed to the seat frame. The seat further comprises connecting pieces, the connecting pieces are fixed to the seat frame, and the supporting legs are fixed to the connecting pieces. The connecting piece further comprises a fixing part used for installing and fixing the handrail assembly. The connecting pieces can be used for connecting the seat frame and the supporting legs, the overall stability of the seat is improved, meanwhile, the connecting pieces can be used for installing and fixing the armrest assemblies, the number of parts of the seat is reduced due to the arrangement of the connecting pieces, and the seat is simple in structure.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of furniture, and particularly to seats and seat combinations. Background Art

[0002] With the increasing improvement of people's living standards, many different types of seats have emerged on the market. Seats can include furniture for people to rest such as sofas, chairs, stools, benches or multifunctional chairs. The seat frames and feet of existing seats are made by an integral injection molding method, making the overall appearance of the seats smooth and beautiful. However, during use, the supporting force of the integrally injection-molded seat frames and feet is weak and the stability is poor. If an armrest assembly for improving comfort is to be added to the seat, additional connecting parts need to be added, and the number of parts is large and the installation and combination are complex. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] This application provides a seat and a seat combination with simple installation and high stability.

[0004] An embodiment of this application provides a seat, including a seat frame and feet fixed to the seat frame. The seat further includes a connecting member, the connecting member is fixed to the seat frame, the feet are fixed to the connecting member, and the connecting member further includes a fixing portion for installing and fixing an armrest assembly.

[0005] Further, the connecting member includes a bottom plate portion and a first side plate portion extending from the bottom plate portion. The bottom plate portion is located below the seat frame, the first side plate portion is located outside the seat frame, the feet are fixed to the bottom plate portion, and the fixing portion is provided on the first side plate portion.

[0006] Further, the fixing portion includes a first mounting hole provided on the first side plate portion for assembling a first fixing member to fix the armrest assembly to the first side plate portion.

[0007] Further, the number of the first mounting holes is two, and the two first mounting holes are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the first side plate portion. Along the height direction of the first side plate portion, the two first mounting holes have the same height.

[0008] Further, the seat frame includes a second mounting hole, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole to fix the first side plate portion to the seat frame.

[0009] Further, the armrest assembly is provided with a third mounting hole, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole, the second mounting hole and the third mounting hole to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member to the seat frame.

[0010] Further, the connecting member further includes a second side plate portion extending from the bottom plate portion and disposed opposite to the first side plate portion. The bottom plate portion, the first side plate portion, and the second side plate portion define a receiving space, and the seat frame includes a frame, and a part of the frame is received in the receiving space.

[0011] Further, a fourth mounting hole is provided on the second side plate portion, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole, the second mounting hole, the third mounting hole, and the fourth mounting hole to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member to the seat frame.

[0012] Further, the number of the fourth mounting holes is two, and the two fourth mounting holes are sequentially arranged along the length direction of the second side plate portion. Along the height direction of the second side plate portion, the two fourth mounting holes have the same height.

[0013] Further, a fifth mounting hole is provided on the bottom plate portion for assembling a second fixing member to fix the support leg to the connecting member.

[0014] Further, the seat is provided with a sixth mounting hole, and the second fixing member is assembled in the fifth mounting hole and the sixth mounting hole to fix the support leg and the connecting member to the seat frame.

[0015] An embodiment of the present application further provides a seat assembly, including a seat frame and support legs fixed to the seat frame. The seat assembly further includes a connecting member and an armrest assembly. The connecting member is fixed to the seat frame and includes a fixing portion. The support legs are fixed to the connecting member, and the armrest assembly is fixed to the fixing portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the connecting member of the above technical solution can not only fix the seat frame and the support legs to increase the overall stability of the seat, but also the connecting member can install and fix the armrest assembly. The arrangement of the connecting member saves the number of parts of the seat, and the seat structure is simple. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 is a schematic structural view of a seat according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application.

[0018] Figure 2 is Figure 1 a schematic structural view of the connecting member of the seat shown in

[0019] Figure 3 is Figure 1 a schematic view of the assembled connecting member and the support leg of the seat shown in

[0020] Figure 4 is Figure 1 a schematic structural view of the frame of the seat shown in

[0021] Figure 5 is Figure 1 A schematic diagram after assembling the frame, legs and connecting parts of the seating furniture shown in the figure.

[0022] Figure 6 is Figure 5 A schematic diagram of another perspective of the schematic diagram shown in the figure.

[0023] Explanation of the reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1, seat frame; 11, second mounting hole; 12, frame; 2, legs; 21, second fixing member; 3, connecting member; 30, fixing portion; 31, bottom plate portion; 311, fifth mounting hole; 32, first side plate portion; 321, first mounting hole; 33, second side plate portion; 331, fourth mounting hole; 34, receiving space. Detailed implementation manners

[0024] Here, the technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementation manners") of the present application will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0025] If there are terms related to directional indication or positional relationship in the embodiments of the present application (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement conditions between components in a specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings); if the specific posture changes, the directional indication or positional relationship will also change accordingly. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. involved in the embodiments of the present application are only for the purpose of convenient description and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0026] The present application provides a seating furniture, which refers to furniture or equipment for people to sit on or support the body. Common seating furniture includes: chairs, stools, benches, sofas, office chairs, car seats, etc.

[0027] See Figure 1 As shown in the figure, the seating furniture includes a seat frame 1 and legs 2 fixed to the seat frame 1, and further includes a connecting member 3. The connecting member 3 is fixed to the seat frame 1, the legs 2 are fixed to the connecting member 3, and the connecting member 3 further includes a fixing portion 30 for installing and fixing an armrest assembly (not shown). The seat frame 1 and the legs 2 are fixed together by the connecting member 3, which increases the stability and durability of the entire seating furniture.

[0028] In some embodiments, the fixing portion 30 on the connecting member 3 is used to install the armrest assembly, saving the number of parts and making the structure of the seating furniture simple. At the same time, the installation of the armrest assembly is made more convenient and rapid, avoiding complex installation steps. Meanwhile, each component (such as the seat frame 1, the legs 2, the connecting member 3 and the armrest assembly) is independently manufactured and assembled, facilitating production and maintenance.

[0029] In some embodiments, an adjustable connecting member 3 is adopted, enabling the height and angle of the armrest assembly to be adjusted according to user requirements, thereby increasing comfort and personalized experience.

[0030] See Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the connecting member 3 includes a bottom plate portion 31 and a first side plate portion 32 extending from the bottom plate portion 31. In combination with Figure 1 , during assembly, the bottom plate portion 31 is located below the seat frame 1, the first side plate portion 32 is located outside the seat frame 1, the legs 2 are fixed to the bottom plate portion 31, and the fixing portion 30 is provided on the first side plate portion 32.

[0031] By being fixed below the seat frame 1 through the bottom plate portion 31 and the first side plate portion 32 being fixed outside the seat frame 1, an L-shaped support structure is formed, providing good support and stability for the seating furniture. The bottom plate portion 31 being located below the seat frame 1 makes the installation of the legs 2 more convenient and rapid, and at the same time, the position of the first side plate portion 32 makes the installation of the armrest assembly more convenient as well.

[0032] In some embodiments, the legs 2 and the bottom plate portion 31 are fixed using bolts or buckles, etc.

[0033] In some embodiments, the connecting member 3 is made of a metal material, such as steel, aluminum alloy or composite material, to meet the required rigidity of the seating furniture.

[0034] In some embodiments, the seat frame 1 and the legs 2 are injection-molded, and the connecting member 3 is disposed between the legs 2 and the seat frame 1, serving to isolate the two plastic parts and preventing the plastic legs 2 and seat frame 1 from being damaged by force.

[0035] The fixing portion 30 includes a first mounting hole 321 provided on the first side plate portion 32 for assembling a first fixing member (not shown) to fix the armrest assembly to the first side plate portion 32. Through the first mounting hole 321 and the first fixing member, the armrest assembly can be firmly connected to the first side plate portion 32, increasing the stability and rigidity of the connecting member 3, ensuring that the armrest assembly does not loosen or shake during use. At the same time, the armrest assembly can be relatively easily disassembled and replaced.

[0036] In an embodiment of the present application, the number of the first mounting holes 321 is two. The two first mounting holes 321 are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the first side plate portion 32. Along the height direction of the first side plate portion 32, the two first mounting holes 321 have the same height.

[0037] In some embodiments, a plurality of first mounting holes 321 are formed in the first side plate portion 32 so as to select the most suitable first mounting hole 321 according to different specifications of the armrest assembly to fix the armrest assembly.

[0038] In some embodiments, internal threads are provided in the first mounting holes 321, and external threads are provided on the periphery of the first fixing member. The internal threads cooperate with the external threads to fix the armrest assembly and the first side plate portion 32.

[0039] In some embodiments, a plug pin or a press pin can be used instead of the first mounting hole 321, and the armrest assembly and the first side plate portion 32 are connected by the fixing method of the plug pin or the press pin.

[0040] In some embodiments, a clamping tooling can be adopted to fix the armrest assembly and the first side plate portion 32 by pressure or torque.

[0041] In some embodiments, a high-strength industrial adhesive or glue can be used to firmly bond the armrest assembly to the first side plate portion 32.

[0042] The connecting member 3 further includes a second side plate portion 33 extending from the bottom plate portion 31 and disposed opposite to the first side plate portion 32. The bottom plate portion 31, the first side plate portion 32 and the second side plate portion 33 enclose a receiving space 34. The seat frame 1 includes a frame 12, and a part of the frame 12 is received in the receiving space 34, fixing the relative position between the frame 12 and the connecting member 3. At the same time, the connecting member 3 provides support for the frame 12, which helps to enhance the stability and firmness of the overall structure.

[0043] In some embodiments, sliding rails can be provided on the bottom plate portion 31, the first side plate portion 32 and the second side plate portion 33 of the connecting member 3. A part of the frame 12 is inserted into the sliding rails and fixed. The sliding rails can be set as U-shaped or C-shaped grooves, and a part of the frame 12 has corresponding protrusions or grooves to cooperate with the sliding rails.

[0044] In some embodiments, industrial adhesive can be coated on the bottom plate portion 31, the first side plate portion 32 and the second side plate portion 33 to fix a part of the frame 12 in the receiving space 34.

[0045] The seat frame 1 includes a second mounting hole 11. The first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole 321 and the second mounting hole 11 to fix the first side plate portion 32 to the seat frame 1. The first mounting hole 321 and the first fixing member make the assembly process of the seat frame 1 and the first side plate portion 32 simpler and more efficient, simplifying the assembly process.

[0046] In an embodiment of the present application, the first fixing member is a bolt. The first side plate portion 32 is fixed to the seat frame 1 by using a bolt and a nut.

[0047] In some embodiments, complementary snap structures are provided on the first side plate portion 32 and the seat frame 1, and the first side plate portion 32 and the seat frame 1 are fixed by snapping.

[0048] In some embodiments, the first side plate portion 32 is fixed to the seat frame 1 by a dowel pin and a locking pin.

[0049] The armrest assembly is provided with a third mounting hole. The first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11 and the third mounting hole to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member 3 to the seat frame 1. Multiple fixing points (the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11 and the third mounting hole) can disperse stress and improve the stability and firmness of the connection.

[0050] The bottom plate portion 31 is provided with a fifth mounting hole 311 for assembling the second fixing member 21 to fix the support leg 2 to the connecting member 3, enhancing the stability and firmness of the entire seat structure.

[0051] By pre-setting the fifth mounting hole 311 on the bottom plate portion 31, the assembly process is more convenient and rapid, reducing the need for on-site processing and improving production efficiency.

[0052] In some embodiments, the number of the fifth mounting holes 311 can be increased or decreased as needed, such as two, three or more, to meet different strength and stability requirements.

[0053] In some embodiments, the position of the fifth mounting hole 311 can be optimized and adjusted. For example, it can be distributed along the edge or concentratedly distributed, etc., to adapt to different structural design requirements.

[0054] In some embodiments, the shape of the fifth mounting hole 311 can be diversified, such as circular, oval, rectangular, etc., to adapt to different types of the second fixing member 21.

[0055] In some embodiments, the second fixing member 21 can be a bolt, a screw, a self-tapping screw or a dowel pin, etc.

[0056] In some embodiments, the second fixing member 21 and the support leg 2 are integrally formed.

[0057] In some embodiments, ribs or reinforcing plates can be added around the fifth mounting hole 311 to enhance the strength and durability of the bottom plate portion 31.

[0058] In some embodiments, an adjustable structure such as a slide rail, a hinge, etc. can be provided on the bottom plate portion 31, allowing the feet 2 to adjust their positions along the length direction of the bottom plate portion 31, thereby improving the overall adaptability and flexibility.

[0059] See Figures 3 to 6 As shown, a fourth mounting hole 331 is provided on the second side plate portion 33. The first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11, the third mounting hole, and the fourth mounting hole 331 to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member 3 to the seat frame 1. By sequentially passing the first fixing member through the third mounting hole, the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11, and the fourth mounting hole 331, the stability of the armrest assembly and the connecting member 3 on the seat frame 1 can be ensured. At the same time, multi-point fixing can effectively disperse the force and improve the strength and anti-deformation ability of the overall structure of the seat.

[0060] In some embodiments, the first fixing member can be a bolt, a screw, a rivet, etc., or a quick connection device such as a snap can be used to achieve more convenient installation and disassembly.

[0061] In the embodiments of the present application, the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11, the third mounting hole, and the fourth mounting hole 331 are all circular. However, in some embodiments, the shapes and sizes of the first mounting hole 321, the second mounting hole 11, the third mounting hole, and the fourth mounting hole 331 can also be optimized according to actual applications, such as changing them to oval holes to allow for a certain margin of adjustment.

[0062] In some embodiments, a hinge or a rotating structure is provided on the connecting member 3, allowing a certain rotation angle between the armrest assembly and the connecting member 3, and locking the angle at a specific position, increasing the flexibility of the armrest assembly.

[0063] In the embodiments of the present application, the number of the fourth mounting holes 331 is two. The two fourth mounting holes 331 are sequentially arranged along the length direction of the second side plate portion 33. Along the height direction of the second side plate portion 33, the two fourth mounting holes 331 have the same height.

[0064] In some embodiments, more fourth mounting holes 331 are provided on the second side plate portion 33 to provide more choices and flexibility to adapt to different installation positions and requirements.

[0065] In some embodiments, the heights of the fourth mounting holes 331 can be different and can be designed to have different heights to meet the requirements of special structures; they can also be designed to be height-adjustable, that is, the position and height of the fourth mounting holes 331 can be changed by sliding or other adjustment mechanisms.

[0066] In some embodiments, the shapes of the fourth mounting holes 331 can be different shapes such as circular, oval, square, etc. to accommodate different types of fasteners; the sizes of the mounting holes can be adjusted according to the size of the required first fastener, and fourth mounting holes 331 with different diameters or side lengths can be provided.

[0067] In some embodiments, a sealing ring or gasket can be added around the fourth mounting holes 331 to enhance their waterproof and dustproof performance.

[0068] The seat has a sixth mounting hole, and the second fastener 21 is assembled in the fifth mounting hole 311 and the sixth mounting hole to fix the leg 2 and the connecting member 3 to the seat frame 1. Through the fifth mounting hole 311, the sixth mounting hole and the second fastener 21, it can be ensured that the leg 2 and the connecting member 3 are firmly fixed to the seat frame 1, improving the overall stability of the seat. By using the sixth mounting hole, the positions of the leg 2 and the connecting member 3 on the seat can be adjusted as needed to adapt to different seat designs and usage requirements.

[0069] In some embodiments, the sixth mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the frame 12.

[0070] In some embodiments, the number of the sixth mounting holes is multiple, such as two, three or more, to provide more mounting options and flexibility, so that the leg 2 and the connecting member 3 can be fixed at different positions. The application does not limit the number of the sixth mounting holes.

[0071] In some embodiments, the sixth mounting hole may not be provided, but a seat frame 1 with a fixing function is adopted, for example, a frame 12 provided with adjustable notches or grooves is adopted, so that the leg 2 and the connecting member 3 can move and be fixed freely on the frame 12.

[0072] The present application also provides a seat combination, including a seat frame 1 and legs 2 fixed to the seat frame 1. The seat combination further includes a connecting member 3 and an armrest assembly. The connecting member 3 is fixed to the seat frame 1 and includes a fixing portion 30. The leg 2 is fixed to the connecting member 3, and the armrest assembly is fixed to the fixing portion 30.

[0073] It should be noted that the technical solutions or technical features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the drawings; all modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application shall be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A seat, comprising a seat frame and legs fixed to the seat frame, characterized in that: It also includes a connecting piece, which is fixed to the seat frame, and the supporting legs are fixed to the connecting piece. The connecting piece also includes a fixing portion for installing and fixing the armrest assembly.

2. The seat according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting member includes a bottom plate portion and a first side plate portion extending from the bottom plate portion, the bottom plate portion is located below the seat frame, the first side plate portion is located outside the seat frame, the supporting leg is fixed to the bottom plate portion, and the fixing portion is arranged on the first side plate portion.

3. The seat according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing portion includes a first mounting hole disposed on the first side plate portion for assembling a first fixing member to fix the armrest assembly and the first side plate portion.

4. The seat according to claim 3, characterized in that: The number of the first mounting holes is two, and the two first mounting holes are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the first side plate portion, and along the height direction of the first side plate portion, the two first mounting holes have the same height.

5. The seat according to claim 3, characterized in that: The seat frame includes a second mounting hole, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole to fix the first side plate portion on the seat frame.

6. The seat according to claim 5, characterized in that: The armrest assembly is provided with a third mounting hole, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole, the second mounting hole and the third mounting hole to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member on the seat frame.

7. The seat according to claim 6, characterized in that: The connecting member also includes a second side plate portion extending from the bottom plate portion and arranged opposite to the first side plate portion. The bottom plate portion, the first side plate portion and the second side plate portion form a receiving space. The seat frame includes a frame, and a portion of the frame is received in the receiving space.

8. The seat according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second side plate portion is provided with a fourth mounting hole, and the first fixing member is assembled in the first mounting hole, the second mounting hole, the third mounting hole and the fourth mounting hole to fix the armrest assembly and the connecting member on the seat frame.

9. The seat according to claim 8, characterized in that: The number of the fourth mounting holes is two, and the two fourth mounting holes are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the second side plate portion. Along the height direction of the second side plate portion, the two fourth mounting holes have the same height.

10. The sitting tool according to any one of claims 2 to 9, characterized in that: The bottom plate is provided with a fifth mounting hole for assembling a second fixing member to fix the support leg on the connecting member.

11. The seat according to claim 10, characterized in that: The seat is provided with a sixth mounting hole, and the second fixing member is assembled in the fifth mounting hole and the sixth mounting hole to fix the supporting leg and the connecting member on the seat frame.

12. A seat assembly, comprising a seat frame and legs fixed to the seat frame, characterized in that: It also includes a connecting piece and an armrest assembly, wherein the connecting piece is fixed to the seat frame and includes a fixing portion, the supporting leg is fixed to the connecting piece, and the armrest assembly is fixed to the fixing portion.