Folding scooter

Abstract

The utility model relates to a folding scooter which comprises the following components: a scooter body which comprises a pedal part and at least one first wheel which is arranged on the pedal part; the steering rod is rotatably arranged on the vehicle body, one end of the steering rod is connected with at least one second wheel, the steering rod comprises a first rod part and a second rod part, the first rod part comprises two pivot joint walls which are oppositely arranged, at least one of the two pivot joint walls is provided with at least one clamping groove, the second rod part comprises a pivot joint end part, and the pivot joint end part is provided with at least one clamping groove. The pivoting end part is rotatably connected with the two pivoting walls; the operating mechanism comprises a movable part and at least one clamping key, the movable part is arranged on the second rod part and can axially slide between a locking position and a releasing position along the second rod part, and the at least one clamping key is arranged on the movable part; wherein when the movable part is located at the locking position, the at least one clamping key is embedded and clamped in the at least one clamping groove so that the pivoting end part and the two pivoting walls cannot rotate relatively, and when the movable part is located at the releasing position, the at least one clamping key is not embedded and clamped in the at least one clamping groove so that the pivoting end part and the two pivoting walls can rotate relatively.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a scooter, in particular to a foldable scooter. Background Art

[0002] Scooters are a common means of transportation in our daily lives. To facilitate portability and storage, their size must be minimized, leading to the development of retractable and foldable scooters. For example, the folding mechanism of existing scooters is often incorporated into the larger steering column or pedal section, significantly reducing the overall size.

[0003] For example, conventional steering rods are constructed by pivoting two rods radially on one side and interlocking them on the other side to achieve foldability. However, this structure creates a large space between the two rods when folding relative to each other, which can easily cause pinching injuries to the operator. Furthermore, since the rods are only connected at two radial points, their structural strength is poor and they lack anti-loosening or locking mechanisms, making them prone to loosening and raising safety concerns.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a novel and progressive folding scooter to solve the above-mentioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a foldable scooter with a simple structure, convenient and quick folding operation, reliable locking, good reliability and safety.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides a foldable scooter, comprising: a scooter body, comprising a pedal portion and at least one first wheel provided on the pedal portion; a steering rod rotatably provided on the scooter body and having one end connected to at least one second wheel, comprising a first rod portion and a second rod portion, the first rod portion comprising two pivoting walls arranged opposite to each other, at least one of the two pivoting walls being provided with at least one slot, the second rod portion comprising a pivoting end portion rotatably connected to the two pivoting walls; and an operating mechanism. The structure includes a movable part and at least one latch key, the movable part is provided on the second rod portion and can slide axially along the second rod portion between a locking position and a release position, and the at least one latch key is provided on the movable part; wherein, when the movable part is located at the locking position, the at least one latch key is engaged in the at least one latch groove so that the pivot end portion and the two pivot walls cannot rotate relative to each other, and when the movable part is located at the release position, the at least one latch key is not engaged in the at least one latch groove so that the pivot end portion and the two pivot walls can rotate relative to each other.

[0007] The first rod portion includes a first rod component and two attachment components. The two attachment components are fixed to the first rod component oppositely. Each of the attachment components includes the pivot wall.

[0008] Each of the attachments further includes a half pipe portion, the half pipe portion is connected to the pivot wall, and the half pipe portion is fixed to the first rod.

[0009] The first rod portion further includes two arc-shaped shells, which are respectively overlapped with the half-tube portions of the two attachments and fixed to the first rod portion by at least one fastening member.

[0010] The second rod portion further includes a second rod element, the second rod element and the pivot end portion are inserted into each other, and a pivot member passes through and connects the two pivot walls, the pivot end portion and the second rod element.

[0011] The movable member is tubular and sleeved on the second rod. The movable member is provided with a through hole. The second rod is provided with a guide groove. The at least one card key is provided through the through hole and the guide groove. The at least one card key can slide along the guide groove.

[0012] The pivot end includes an outer peripheral surface, a slot and at least one slot. The outer peripheral surface extends in an arc shape around the pivot member. The slot is recessed radially inward from the outer peripheral surface. The at least one slot axially penetrates the end surface of the pivot end and is open at one end in the radial direction. The second rod is inserted into the slot. When the movable member is in the locked position, the at least one key is located in the at least one slot.

[0013] The first rod portion further includes an end structure, which extends in an arc shape relative to the pivot component. The end structure faces the outer peripheral surface of the pivot end portion and matches the outer peripheral surface of the pivot end portion in shape.

[0014] The operating mechanism further includes a pull rod, a trigger and a shaft. The pull rod can be axially moved through the movable part and the second rod portion. The at least one key is provided on the pull rod. An enlarged head is provided at one end of the pull rod. The enlarged head is blocked against the outside of the pivot wall. The shaft is provided through the trigger and connected to the other end of the pull rod. The trigger can swing around the shaft and releasably tighten the two pivot walls.

[0015] The pedal portion includes a first part and a second part pivotally connected to each other, a stopper is provided at the upper end of the steering rod, one end of the first part is provided with a recessed groove, and one end of the second part is provided with a convex section. When the pedal portion is folded, the convex section extends transversely to the recessed groove. When the steering rod is folded toward the pedal portion, the stopper can be located in the recessed groove and outside the second part.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: the folding scooter obtained by the utility model has a simple structure, is convenient and quick to fold, is surely locked, and has good reliability and safety. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of a preferred embodiment of the utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of .

[0020] Figure 4 It is a cross-sectional view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of .

[0022] Figures 6 to 8 This is a schematic diagram of the folding operation of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 9 and Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a folded state of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 11 for Figure 10 A partial enlarged view of .

[0025] Figure 12 This is a partial exploded view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] 1: Folding scooter

[0027] 10: Car body

[0028] 11: Pedal

[0029] 111: Part 1

[0030] 112: Part 2

[0031] 113: Recessed groove

[0032] 114: convex section

[0033] 12: First wheel

[0034] 20: Steering rod

[0035] 21: First pole

[0036] 211: Pivot wall

[0037] 212:Card slot

[0038] 213: First rod

[0039] 214: Attachment

[0040] 215: Halfpipe

[0041] 216: Arc shell

[0042] 217: End structure

[0043] 22: Second rod

[0044] 221: Pivot end

[0045] 222: Second rod

[0046] 223:Guide groove

[0047] 224: Outer surface

[0048] 225: Slot

[0049] 226: Grooving

[0050] 23: Stopper

[0051] 30: Operating mechanism

[0052] 31: Moving parts

[0053] 311:Piercing

[0054] 312: ribs

[0055] 32: Card key

[0056] 33: Pull rod

[0057] 331: Enlarged head

[0058] 34: Trigger

[0059] 35: shaft

[0060] 40: Second wheel

[0061] 50: Fastening member

[0062] 60: Pivot member

[0063] 70: Elastic parts

[0064] 80: Pin DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0065] The following examples are merely used to illustrate possible implementations of the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention, so it is clearly stated in advance.

[0066] Please refer to Figures 1 to 12 , which shows a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The folding scooter 1 of the present invention includes a vehicle body 10, a steering rod 20 and an operating mechanism 30.

[0067] The vehicle body 10 includes a pedal portion 11 and at least one first wheel 12 provided on the pedal portion 11. The steering rod 20 is rotatably provided on the vehicle body 10 and is connected to at least one second wheel 40 at one end. The steering rod 20 includes a first rod portion 21 and a second rod portion 22. The first rod portion 21 includes two pivoting walls 211 arranged opposite to each other. At least one of the two pivoting walls 211 (preferably both) is provided with at least one slot 212. The second rod portion 22 includes a pivoting end portion 221, which is rotatably connected to the two pivoting walls 211. The operating mechanism 30 includes a movable member 31 and at least one latch key 32. The movable member 31 is provided on the second rod portion 22 and can slide axially along the second rod portion 22 to a locked position ( Figure 5 ) and a release position ( Figure 6 ), the at least one latching key 32 is disposed on the movable member 31. When the movable member 31 is in the locked position, the at least one latching key 32 engages with the at least one latching slot 212, preventing the pivoting end 221 and the two pivoting walls 211 from rotating relative to each other. When the movable member 31 is in the released position, the at least one latching key 32 is not engaged with the at least one latching slot 212, allowing the pivoting end 221 and the two pivoting walls 211 to rotate relative to each other. This results in a simple structure, convenient and quick folding operation, and reliable locking, providing excellent reliability and safety.

[0068] In this embodiment, the first rod portion 21 is the lower portion of the steering rod 20. In other embodiments, the first rod portion 21 may be the upper portion of the steering rod 20. The first wheel 12 is connected to the second rod portion 22. The first rod portion 21 further includes a first rod member 213 and two attachment members 214. The two attachment members 214 are relatively fixed (or removably connected) to the first rod member 213. Each attachment member 214 includes a pivot wall 211. Each attachment member 214 further includes a half-tube portion 215 connected to the pivot wall 211 and fixed to the first rod member 213. The two attachment members 214 are independent components, facilitating assembly, disassembly, replacement, and maintenance. Preferably, the first rod portion 21 further includes two arc-shaped shell members 216, which are respectively stacked with the half-tube portions 215 of the two attachment members 214 and fixed (which can be detachably connected) to the first rod member 213 by at least one fastening member 50. The top ends of the two arc-shaped shell members 216 respectively abut against the two pivot walls 211, thereby supporting the two attachment members 214 and strengthening the overall structural strength.

[0069] The second rod portion 22 further includes a second rod member 222 interposed with the pivot end portion 221. A pivot member 60 passes through and connects the two pivot walls 211, the pivot end portion 221, and the second rod member 222. The movable member 31 is tubular and sleeved on the second rod member 222. The movable member 31 has a through-hole 311, and the second rod member 222 has a guide slot 223. The at least one latching key 32 is inserted through the through-hole 311 and the guide slot 223. The at least one latching key 32 can be driven by the movable member 31 to slide along the guide slot 223. A rib 312 is further provided on the outer side of the movable member 31. The through-hole 311 is formed on the rib 312. The rib 312 enhances the structural strength of the movable member 31. Preferably, the foldable scooter 1 further includes an elastic member 70. The elastic member 70 can be disposed between the operating mechanism 30 and the pivot member 60, or between the operating mechanism 30 and the second rod 222 (e.g., the pin 80), thereby enabling the movable member 31 to automatically return to the locked position after operation.

[0070] The pivot end portion 221 includes an outer peripheral surface 224, a slot 225, and at least one (preferably multiple) slots 226. The outer peripheral surface 224 extends in an arcuate manner around the pivot member 60. The slot 225 is recessed radially inward from the outer peripheral surface 224. The at least one slot 226 axially extends through the end surface of the pivot end portion 221 and is radially open at one end. The second rod 222 is inserted into the slot 225, facilitating assembly, disassembly, replacement, and maintenance while providing greater structural strength. When the movable member 31 is in the locked position, the at least one latch 32 is located in the at least one slot 226, providing a stable and robust restraint for the at least one latch 32.

[0071] Preferably, the first rod portion 21 further includes an end structure 217 that extends in an arc relative to the pivot member 60. This end structure 217 faces and mates with the outer circumferential surface 224 of the pivot end portion 221, effectively reducing gaps between components, facilitating smooth rotation, and providing good support. The end structure 217 can be formed on the two arc-shaped shells 216 or the two attachment members 214, or can be formed on both the two attachment members 214 and the two arc-shaped shells 216.

[0072] The operating mechanism 30 further includes a pull rod 33, a trigger 34, and a shaft 35. The pull rod 33 is axially movable through the movable member 31 and the second rod portion 22. The at least one latch 32 is provided on the pull rod 33 (which may be integrally formed or a multi-piece assembly). One end of the pull rod 33 is provided with (which may be screwed to) an enlarged head 331. The enlarged head 331 is retained outside the pivot wall 211. The shaft 35 is provided through the trigger 34 and is connected (e.g., screwed) to the other end of the pull rod 33. The trigger 34 can swing about the shaft 35 to releasably tighten the two pivot walls 211, causing the two pivot walls 211 to abut against opposite sides of the pivot end 221, thereby enhancing locking reliability. Preferably, the portion of the pull rod 33 including the at least one latch 32 is non-circular (eg, rectangular), and the through hole 311 of the movable member 31 is also non-circular, to prevent the pull rod 33 from rotating and ensure locking stability.

[0073] In this embodiment, the pedal portion 11 comprises a pivotally connected first portion 111 and a second portion 112. A stopper 23 is provided at the upper end of the steering rod 20. The stopper 23 is preferably a flexible component (such as rubber, plastic, or silicone). A recessed groove 113 is defined at one end of the first portion 111, while a convex section 114 is defined at one end of the second portion 112. The convex section 114 is received within the recessed groove 113. When the pedal portion 11 is folded, the convex section 114 extends transversely to the recessed groove 113. When the steering rod 20 is folded toward the pedal portion 11, the stopper 23 is positioned within the recessed groove 113 and outside the second portion 112. Preferably, the width of the stopper 23 can be greater than, equal to, or slightly less than the width of the recessed groove 113. This effectively maintains the folded structure and prevents shaking, thereby preventing damage to the folded portion and preventing collisions and noise generated by components.

Claims

1. A folding scooter, characterized by: include: A vehicle body including a pedal portion and at least one first wheel disposed on the pedal portion; a steering rod rotatably mounted on the vehicle body and having one end connected to at least one second wheel, comprising a first rod portion and a second rod portion, wherein the first rod portion comprises two pivoting walls disposed opposite to each other, at least one of the two pivoting walls being provided with at least one slot, and the second rod portion comprises a pivoting end portion rotatably connected to the two pivoting walls; and an operating mechanism comprising a movable member and at least one latch, wherein the movable member is disposed on the second rod portion and is axially movable along the second rod portion between a locking position and a release position, and the at least one latch is disposed on the movable member; When the movable part is in the locking position, the at least one key is engaged in the at least one slot so that the pivot end and the two pivot walls cannot rotate relative to each other. When the movable part is in the releasing position, the at least one key is not engaged in the at least one slot so that the pivot end and the two pivot walls can rotate relative to each other.

2. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first rod portion includes a first rod component and two attachment components. The two attachment components are fixed to the first rod component oppositely. Each of the attachment components includes the pivot wall.

3. The folding scooter according to claim 2, characterized in that: Each of the attachments further includes a half pipe portion, the half pipe portion is connected to the pivot wall, and the half pipe portion is fixed to the first rod.

4. The folding scooter according to claim 3, wherein: The first rod portion further includes two arc-shaped shells, which are respectively overlapped with the half-tube portions of the two attachments and fixed to the first rod portion by at least one fastening member.

5. The folding scooter according to claim 1, wherein: The second rod portion further includes a second rod element, the second rod element and the pivot end portion are inserted into each other, and a pivot member passes through and connects the two pivot walls, the pivot end portion and the second rod element.

6. The folding scooter according to claim 5, characterized in that: The movable member is tubular and sleeved on the second rod. The movable member is provided with a through hole. The second rod is provided with a guide groove. The at least one card key is provided through the through hole and the guide groove. The at least one card key can slide along the guide groove.

7. The folding scooter according to claim 6, characterized in that: The pivot end includes an outer peripheral surface, a slot and at least one slot. The outer peripheral surface extends in an arc shape around the pivot member. The slot is recessed radially inward from the outer peripheral surface. The at least one slot axially penetrates the end surface of the pivot end and is open at one end in the radial direction. The second rod is inserted into the slot. When the movable member is in the locked position, the at least one key is located in the at least one slot.

8. The folding scooter according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first rod portion further includes an end structure, which extends in an arc shape relative to the pivot component. The end structure faces the outer peripheral surface of the pivot end portion and matches the outer peripheral surface of the pivot end portion in shape.

9. The folding scooter according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The operating mechanism further includes a pull rod, a trigger and a shaft. The pull rod can be axially moved through the movable part and the second rod portion. The at least one key is provided on the pull rod. An enlarged head is provided at one end of the pull rod. The enlarged head is blocked against the outside of the pivot wall. The shaft is provided through the trigger and connected to the other end of the pull rod. The trigger can swing around the shaft and releasably tighten the two pivot walls.

10. The folding scooter according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The pedal portion includes a first part and a second part pivotally connected to each other, a stopper is provided at the upper end of the steering rod, one end of the first part is provided with a recessed groove, and one end of the second part is provided with a convex section. When the pedal portion is folded, the convex section extends transversely to the recessed groove. When the steering rod is folded toward the pedal portion, the stopper can be located in the recessed groove and outside the second part.

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