Awning

Through the removable support frame structure, including the adapter connection between the top rod and the side rod, the space occupied problem of the sunshade cradle during transportation, carrying and storage is solved, achieving a more compact design and stable support effect.

CN223256580UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-22NINGHAI INNOVATION TRAVEL ARTICLES CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421738984.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-07-04
Filing Date
2024-07-22
Publication Date
2025-08-22
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-22

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Technical Problem

The canopy stands of existing awnings take up a large space during the transportation, carrying and storage stages, and the structure is not compact enough.

Method used

A detachable support frame structure is adopted, including the top rod and the side rod are connected by an adapter. The support frame can be detached into a top rod, a side rod and an adapter to form a U-shaped structure to reduce the space occupied and provide stable support in a combined state.

Benefits of technology

The volume of the tent frame is significantly reduced during the transportation, carrying and storage stages, while providing stable support in use, and is convenient for quick installation and disassembly.

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Abstract

The utility model particularly discloses an awning. The awning comprises awning cloth and an awning frame. The tent frame comprises at least one supporting frame used for supporting the tent cloth. The support frame comprises a top rod and two side rods; the two ends of the top rod are provided with adapters, and the side rods are detachably connected to the top rod through the adapters to form the supporting frame of a U-shaped structure. According to the awning, by changing the structure of the awning frame, the size of the awning in the transportation, carrying and storage stages is further reduced, the supporting structure is stable, and the awning is easy to disassemble and assemble.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of sunshade devices, in particular to a sunshade. Background Art

[0002] Awnings are common decorative and functional structures, consisting of a tarpaulin and a frame. Awnings are widely used in outdoor spaces, such as on ships, lakeside, and woodlands, and can effectively block sunlight and partially block rain. The structural design of awnings usually takes into account stability and durability, and the material and structure of the bracket or frame must be strong enough to withstand wind and other external forces. Furthermore, in the above-mentioned outdoor space scenes, awnings are usually installed on the installation platform in the corresponding scene. Among them, the structural design of the awning should also take into account the detachable structure of the frame, and the size of the space occupied by the frame when it is unfolded or folded. For awnings, users will further consider how the frame can be easily transported, carried, and stored.

[0003] In the prior art, for example, CN212022903U, a foldable yacht awning includes a support frame assembly and a sunshade cloth, the support frame assembly includes a second fixing rod, a first support rod, a second support rod and two first fixing rods, one side of the first fixing rod is fixedly connected to the yacht perpendicularly through a connecting groove, the bottom end of the second fixing rod is fixedly connected to the yacht by an connecting groove inclined toward the direction of the first fixing rod, the upper end of the first fixing rod is fixedly connected to the contact point of the second fixing rod by a connecting groove, the first support rod is hinged to the second fixing rod through the connecting groove, and the second support rod is hinged to the first support rod through the connecting groove.

[0004] In the above-mentioned awning solution, the fixing rods and support rods of the awning are U-shaped rods. The U-shaped rod body can better support the awning tarpaulin, but it still has certain defects. Due to the U-shaped rod body structure, the awning frame composed of the fixing rods and support rods occupies a large space during transportation, carrying and storage. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a sunshade, which further reduces the volume during transportation, carrying and storage by changing the structure of the awning frame, and has a more stable supporting structure and is easy to disassemble and install.

[0006] According to the purpose of this application, a sunshade is provided, comprising a tarpaulin and a tarpaulin frame; the tarpaulin frame comprises at least one support frame for supporting the tarpaulin; the support frame comprises a top rod and two side rods; adapters are provided at both ends of the top rod, and the side rods are detachably connected to the top rod through the adapters to form a U-shaped support frame.

[0007] In some embodiments, the tent frame includes two support frames; the two support frames are a first support frame and a second support frame; both ends of the first support frame are rotatably connected to the mounting platform; both ends of the second support frame are rotatably connected to the first support frame; wherein, both ends of the tarpaulin are respectively connected to the first support frame and the second support frame.

[0008] In some embodiments, connecting rods are provided at both ends of the tarpaulin; connecting grooves are provided on the two top rods, and the two connecting rods respectively match the two connecting grooves, and the connecting rods are slidably connected and limited in the connecting grooves.

[0009] In some embodiments, a guide groove is provided on the adapter; the guide groove matches the connecting groove, the cross-sections of the connecting groove and the guide groove are both C-shaped, and the size of the guide groove is larger than the size of the connecting groove.

[0010] In some embodiments, the top bar and the side bar have the same cross-section.

[0011] In some embodiments, a rotating connection seat is provided at both ends of the first support frame; the first support frame is rotatably connected to the rotating connection seat; the rotating connection seat is connected to the mounting platform through a bolt structure; the first support frame is rotatably connected to the mounting platform through the rotating connection seat.

[0012] In some embodiments, rotating connecting pieces are provided at both ends of the second support frame; the rotating connecting piece includes a sleeve portion and a clamping portion; the sleeve portion is rotatably connected to the clamping portion; the two sleeve portions are respectively sleeved on the two ends of the second support frame; the two clamping portions respectively clamp the two side rods of the first support frame; the second support frame is rotatably connected to the first support frame through the rotating connecting piece.

[0013] In some embodiments, the tent frame further includes a third support frame; the third support frame is located between the first support frame and the second support frame; the third support frame is rotatably connected to the first support frame; the third support frame is used to support the tent cloth to form a triangular tent roof.

[0014] In some embodiments, both ends of the second support frame have a bent structure; the angle of the bent structure is toward the third support frame.

[0015] In some embodiments, the adapter is provided with a rope hole for connecting a windproof rope.

[0016] According to the technical solution of the present invention, the awning includes a tarpaulin and a tarpaulin frame, the tarpaulin is installed on the tarpaulin frame, and the tarpaulin frame includes at least one support frame for supporting the tarpaulin; the support frame includes a top rod and two side rods, and adapters are provided at both ends of the top rod. The side rods are detachably connected to the top rod through the adapters, and the above-mentioned support frame can be disassembled into a top rod, two side rods and two adapters; when the support frame is in a disassembled state, the tarpaulin frame can achieve the effect of further reducing its volume during transportation, carrying and storage stages; further, when the support frame is in a combined state, a U-shaped structure of the support frame can be formed, and the U-shaped structure of the support frame can provide a better supporting effect on the tarpaulin. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The above and other features, properties and advantages of the present application will become more apparent through the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the drawings are only for illustration and are not drawn to scale, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of the present application. Among them:

[0018] Figure 1 A perspective view of the awning of this application;

[0019] Figure 2 A three-dimensional diagram of the support frame of this application;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the tarpaulin and tarpaulin frame of this application;

[0021] Figure 4 This is an enlarged view of point A in the structural diagram of the tarpaulin and tarpaulin frame of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 This is an enlarged view of point B of the structural diagram of the tarpaulin and tarpaulin frame of this application;

[0023] Figure 6 A perspective view of the tent frame of this application;

[0024] Figure 7 A three-dimensional diagram of the rotary connector of the present application;

[0025] Figure 8 A three-dimensional diagram of the rotating connector of the present application;

[0026] Figure 9 A three-dimensional diagram of the adapter of this application;

[0027] Figure 10 A three-dimensional assembly diagram of the ejector rod of this application;

[0028] Figure 11 This is a front view of the support tube of this application;

[0029] Figure 12A cross-sectional view along the CC direction of the main view of the support tube of the present application;

[0030] In the figure: 1. tarpaulin; 11. Connecting rod; 2. Tent frame; 3. Support frame; 31. First support frame; 311. Rotating connecting seat; 3111. Sleeve joint; 3112. Screw seat; 32. Second support frame; 320. Bending structure; 321. Rotating connecting piece; 3211. Sleeve joint; 3212. Clamping part; 33. Third support frame; 4. Top rod; 41. Connecting groove; 5. Side rod; 6. Adapter; 61. Guide groove; 62. Rope hole; 621. Windproof rope; 63. Plug joint; 631. Air avoidance groove; 64. Material saving trough; 7. Support tube; 71. Connecting column. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The present invention will be further described in detail below through specific embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0032] References to "embodiments" herein mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment herein. The appearance of such phrases in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it limit mutually exclusive independent or alternative embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that an embodiment herein may be combined with other embodiments as long as no structural conflicts arise.

[0033] In the description herein, unless otherwise specified or limited, the technical terms "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood broadly, and may refer to movable connections, fixed connections, or integration. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0034] In the description of this document, terms indicating orientation or positional relationships such as "up", "down", "left", "right", "height", "length", and "width" are intended to accurately describe the embodiments and simplify the description, but are not intended to limit the parts or structures involved to having a specific orientation, being installed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0035] See Figure 1 and Figure 2, shown are respectively a three-dimensional diagram of the awning of the present application and a three-dimensional diagram of the support frame, the awning includes a tarpaulin 1 and a tarpaulin frame 2, the tarpaulin 1 can be detachably mounted on the tarpaulin frame 2; the tarpaulin frame 2 includes at least one support frame 3 for supporting the tarpaulin 1, the support frame 3 is mounted on a mounting platform, and the mounting platform refers to a mounting platform that can be used to mount the support frame 3 on ships, lakeside, and woodland; the support frame 3 includes a top rod 4 and two side rods 5, and adapters 6 are provided at both ends of the top rod 4. The two side rods 5 are detachably connected to the two ends of the top rod 4 through the adapters 6, and the two ends of the side rods 5 are respectively connected to the top rod 4 and the mounting platform, and the adapters 6 are located between the top rod 4 and the side rods 5, the top rod 4 or the side rod 5 at both ends of the adapter 6 are detachable. Specifically, the top rod 4 and the side rod 5 are perpendicular to each other, and the two side rods 5 are parallel to each other. In use, the tarpaulin 1 is supported by the top rod 4, and the top rod 4 is supported by the side rod 5; when the support frame 3 is in the disassembled state, the top rod 4 and the two side rods 5 can be stacked, so that the tent frame 2 takes up less space during transportation, carrying and storage. When the support frame 3 is in the assembled state, the top rod 4 is connected to the two side rods 5 through the adapter 6, so that the support frame 3 forms a U-shaped structure. The U-shaped structure has good structural strength and can provide relatively stable support for the tarpaulin 1.

[0036] See Figures 3 to 5 , shown are respectively a structural schematic diagram of the tarpaulin and the tarpaulin frame of the present application, an enlarged view of point A of the structural schematic diagram of the tarpaulin and the tarpaulin frame, and an enlarged view of point B of the structural schematic diagram of the tarpaulin and the tarpaulin frame. The tarpaulin frame 2 includes two support frames 3, which are a first support frame 31 and a second support frame 32. Both ends of the first support frame 31 are rotatably connected to the mounting platform, and both ends of the second support frame 32 are rotatably connected to the first support frame 31. Specifically, the first support frame 31 can be unfolded or folded relative to the mounting platform, and the second support frame 32 can be unfolded or folded relative to the first support frame 31. When the tarpaulin frame 2 is unfolded, the two support frames 3 are V-shaped, and when the tarpaulin frame 2 is folded, the two support frames 3 are parallel and stacked. Among them, both ends of the tarpaulin 1 are respectively connected to the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32, and both ends of the tarpaulin 1 are respectively connected to two top rods 4. After the tarpaulin 1 is installed on the tarpaulin frame 2, it forms a triangular structure with the two support frames 3.

[0037] Preferably, in this embodiment, the tent frame 2 includes three support frames 3, including the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32 mentioned above, and a third support frame 33 located between the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32, and both ends of the third support frame 33 are rotatably connected to the first support frame 31.

[0038] Preferably, in this embodiment, connecting rods 11 are provided at both ends of the tarpaulin 1, the cross-section of the connecting rods 11 is circular, and the two connecting rods 11 are parallel to each other, and connecting grooves 41 are provided on the two top rods 4, and the cross-section of the connecting grooves 41 is C-shaped. The two connecting rods 11 match the two connecting grooves 41 respectively, and the connecting rods 11 can be inserted from both ends of the connecting grooves 41. The connecting rods 11 are slidably connected and limited in the connecting grooves 41. The advantage of this solution is that the tarpaulin 1 can be installed or removed from the tent frame 2 relatively quickly, and the operation method is also relatively simple.

[0039] Preferably, in this embodiment, the adapters 6 of the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32 are both connected with windproof ropes 621 , and the windproof ropes 621 are used to fix the tent frame 2 to increase the anti-tilting ability of the tent frame 2 .

[0040] See Figure 6 , shown is a three-dimensional diagram of the tent frame of the present application, the tent frame 2 also includes a third support frame 33, the third support frame 33 is located between the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32, the third support frame 33 is rotatably connected to the first support frame 31, and the third support frame 33 can be unfolded relative to the first support frame 31. Specifically, the third support frame 33 is used to support the tarpaulin 1 to form a triangular tent roof. After the third support frame 33 is unfolded, it can lift the tarpaulin 1 so that the tarpaulin 1 has a triangular structure. The advantage of this solution is that when encountering rainy and snowy weather, the inclined surface of the tarpaulin 1 can prevent the tarpaulin 1 from carrying excessive rain and snow and causing the awning to collapse.

[0041] Preferably, in this embodiment, both ends of the second support frame 32 have a bending structure 320, and the angle of the bending structure 320 is toward the third support frame 33. Specifically, the angle of the bending structure 320 is an obtuse angle. The advantage of this solution is that by providing the bending structure 320 at both ends of the second support frame 32, when the tent frame 2 is in the folded state, there is an accommodating space for accommodating the third support frame 33 between the first support frame 31 and the second support frame 32, making the structure of the tent frame 2 more compact after folding.

[0042] Preferably, in this embodiment, a rotating connection seat 311 is provided at both ends of the first support frame 31, and the first support frame 31 is rotatably connected to the mounting platform through the rotating connection seat 311; a rotating connection piece 321 is provided at both ends of the second support frame 32, and the second support frame 32 is rotatably connected to the first support frame 31 through the rotating connection piece 321; further, a rotating connection piece 321 is also provided at both ends of the third support frame 33, and the third support frame 33 is also rotatably connected to the first support frame 31 through the rotating connection piece 321.

[0043] See Figure 7, shown is a three-dimensional diagram of the rotating connecting seat of the present application, the first support frame 31 is rotatably connected to the mounting platform through the rotating connecting seat 311, the first support frame 31 is rotatably connected to the rotating connecting seat 311, and the rotating connecting seat 311 is connected to the mounting platform through a bolt structure; specifically, the rotating connecting seat 311 includes a sleeve joint 3111 and a screw seat 3112, the sleeve joint 3111 is rotatably connected to the screw seat 3112; the sleeve joint 3111 is sleeved on both ends of the first support frame 31, further, the sleeve joint 3111 and the first support frame 31 are also locked by a bolt structure; the screw seat 3112 is connected to the mounting platform by a bolt structure.

[0044] See Figure 8 , shown is a three-dimensional diagram of the rotating connection member of the present application, the rotating connection member 321 includes a sleeve portion 3211 and a clamping portion 3212, the sleeve portion 3211 and the clamping portion 3212 are rotatably connected; the two sleeve portions 3211 are respectively sleeved on the two ends of the second support frame 32, further, the sleeve portion 3211 and the second support frame 32 are also locked by a bolt structure; the two clamping portions 3212 respectively clamp the two side rods 5 of the first support frame 31, further, the clamping portion 3212 and the first support frame 31 are also locked by a bolt structure.

[0045] See Figure 9 , which is a three-dimensional view of the adapter of the present application, wherein the adapter 6 is L-shaped and has an arc-shaped corner; a guide groove 61 is provided on the adapter 6, which matches the connecting groove 41, and the cross sections of the connecting groove 41 and the guide groove 61 are both C-shaped, and the size of the guide groove 61 is larger than that of the connecting groove 41, and the guide groove 61 is used to guide the connecting rod 11 to slide from the guide groove 61 and insert into the connecting groove 41; a rope threading hole 62 is provided on the adapter 6, and the rope threading hole 62 is used to connect the windproof rope 621 to fix the tent frame 2, specifically, two rope threading holes 62 are provided on the adapter 6; the two rope threading holes 62 of the adapter 6 A plug connector 63 is provided at the end, and the two plug connectors 63 are respectively connected to the top rod 4 and the side rod 5. Specifically, after the plug connector 63 is inserted into the top rod 4 or the side rod 5, the plug connector 63 is further locked with the top rod 4 or the side rod 5 through a bolt structure, wherein an air avoidance groove 631 is provided on the plug connector 63, and the air avoidance groove 631 matches the connecting groove 41. The cross-section of the air avoidance groove 631 is also C-shaped. The air avoidance groove 631 is used to avoid the groove structure of the connecting groove 41 so that the plug connector 63 can be inserted into the top rod 4 or the side rod 5; a material-saving groove 64 is also provided on the adapter 6 to reduce the material cost of producing the adapter 6.

[0046] See Figure 10, shown is a three-dimensional assembly diagram of the top rod of the present application. The top rod 4 includes two support tubes 7, which are connected by a connecting column 71. The two support tubes 7 are respectively sleeved on both ends of the connecting column 71. Furthermore, the connecting head is locked with the two support tubes 7 by a bolt structure. The structure of the tent frame 2 can be further disassembled, so that the space occupied by the tent frame 2 during transportation, carrying and storage is further reduced.

[0047] Preferably, in this embodiment, the side rod 5 may also be composed of two support rods and a connecting column 71 .

[0048] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 , shown are the main view of the support tube of the present application and the cross-sectional view of the main view of the support tube along the CC direction, respectively. Regarding the structure of the top rod 4 and the side rod 5, the top rod 4 and the side rod 5 are both composed of the support tube 7. Therefore, the cross-section of the top rod 4 and the side rod 5 is the same. It can be observed from the cross-section of the support tube 7 that connecting grooves 41 are opened on both sides of the support tube 7. The advantage of this solution is that the connecting grooves 41 that are not connected to the connecting rod 11 can be subsequently derived and expanded to connect other instruments or equipment, thereby increasing the expandability of the awning. On the other hand, the basic structure of the awning frame 2 is the support tube 7. The advantage of this solution is that there is no need to create molds of multiple tube bodies to form the support frame 3, which can significantly reduce the production cost and inventory pressure of the awning.

[0049] The purpose of the above embodiments is to provide a detailed description of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings so that those skilled in the art can understand the technical concept of the present invention. Within the scope of the claims of the present invention, optimization or equivalent replacement of the involved component structures, as well as the combination of implementation methods in different embodiments without causing any structural or principle conflicts, all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sunshade, comprising a tarpaulin (1) and a tarpaulin frame (2), characterized in that: The tent frame (2) comprises at least one support frame (3) for supporting the tent cloth (1); The tent frame (2) comprises two support frames (3); The two support frames (3) are respectively a first support frame (31) and a second support frame (32); Both ends of the first support frame (31) are rotatably connected to the mounting platform; Both ends of the second support frame (32) are rotatably connected to the first support frame (31); Wherein, the two ends of the tarpaulin (1) are respectively connected to a first support frame (31) and a second support frame (32); The support frame (3) comprises a top rod (4) and two side rods (5); Adapters (6) are provided at both ends of the top rod (4), and the side rods (5) are detachably connected to the top rod (4) via the adapters (6) to form a U-shaped support frame (3); The adapter (6) is provided with a rope threading hole (62) for connecting a windproof rope (621), and the rope threading hole (62) is used to connect the windproof rope (621) to fix the tent frame (2).

2. The awning according to claim 1, characterized in that: Connecting rods (11) are provided at both ends of the tarpaulin (1); The two top rods (4) are provided with connecting grooves (41), and the two connecting rods (11) respectively match the two connecting grooves (41). The connecting rods (11) are slidably connected and limited in the connecting grooves (41).

3. The awning according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adapter (6) is provided with a guide groove (61); The guide groove (61) matches the connecting groove (41), the cross sections of the connecting groove (41) and the guide groove (61) are both C-shaped, and the size of the guide groove (61) is larger than the size of the connecting groove (41).

4. The awning according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-sections of the top rod (4) and the side rod (5) are the same.

5. The awning according to claim 1, characterized in that: Rotating connection seats (311) are provided at both ends of the first support frame (31); The first support frame (31) is rotatably connected to the rotatable connection seat (311); The rotating connection seat (311) is connected to the installation platform via a bolt structure; The first support frame (31) is rotatably connected to the installation platform via a rotatable connection seat (311).

6. The awning according to claim 1, characterized in that: Rotating connecting pieces (321) are provided at both ends of the second support frame (32); The rotating connecting member (321) comprises a sleeve portion (3211) and a clamping portion (3212); The sleeve portion (3211) is rotatably connected to the clamping portion (3212); The two sleeve connection parts (3211) are respectively sleeved on two ends of the second support frame (32); The two clamping portions (3212) respectively clamp the two side rods (5) of the first support frame (31); The second support frame (32) is rotatably connected to the first support frame (31) via a rotatable connection member (321).

7. The awning according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tent frame (2) further includes a third support frame (33); The third support frame (33) is located between the first support frame (31) and the second support frame (32); The third support frame (33) is rotatably connected to the first support frame (31); The third support frame (33) is used to support the tarpaulin (1) to form a triangular tarpaulin roof.

8. The awning according to claim 7, characterized in that: Both ends of the second support frame (32) have a bending structure (320); The included angle of the bending structure (320) is directed toward the third support frame (33).

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