Connecting component and modular furniture

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of furniture, and particularly relates to a connecting component and modular furniture, the connecting component is used for detachably connecting a first functional assembly and a second functional assembly, the connecting component comprises a fixed limiting piece and a connecting piece, and the fixed limiting piece is arranged on the first functional assembly; the connecting piece comprises a limiting part and a connecting part, the limiting part is detachably connected with the fixed limiting piece, the limiting part is fixed by the fixed limiting piece, movement of the limiting part is limited, and the connecting part is detachably connected with the second functional assembly. When the connecting component is used, the limitation on the movement of the functional component is better, and the movement of the functional component in all directions can be limited, so that the connection is more stable; and structural cooperation of functional components is not needed, so that the application range is wider.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of furniture, and in particular relates to a connecting component and modular furniture. Background Art

[0002] Traditional furniture, such as sofas, is often constructed as a single piece. While the frame and seat cushions are separable, the frame remains integral. This makes storage and transportation difficult, and inconvenient for daily cleaning and maintenance. Furthermore, this structure, with its specific shape, prevents users from adjusting the shape of the furniture to their needs after purchase.

[0003] Consequently, modular furniture has become the preferred choice for most users in recent years. Modular furniture breaks down furniture into several standard modules, which can then be combined and matched as needed to create furniture products with varying styles and functions. This type of furniture offers flexibility and adaptability, meeting the needs of various spaces and scenarios, while also facilitating storage, transportation, and daily maintenance.

[0004] Related prior art, such as CN101208030A, discloses a modular furniture assembly comprising a base and a cross member that is manually connected to the base in a detachable manner via a connector. Specifically, the connector is a U-shaped connector, wherein the frame of the base and the frame of the cross member each have corresponding holes therein, and the corresponding holes accommodate a portion of the connector. This type of connector and connection method may have some problems: 1. The connection requires the use of holes in the base and cross member of the furniture, which places requirements on the furniture structure itself and is not suitable for furniture without corresponding holes; 2. The base and cross member are only connected by a single U-shaped connector, resulting in limited connection strength and easy movement along the length (x) direction of the base. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to solve the above problems, the utility model provides a connecting member and modular furniture. The connecting member is easy to install and disassemble, does not need to rely on the furniture's own structure to cooperate with it, has a compact structure, and a firm connection.

[0006] The first solution of the present invention provides a connecting member, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A connecting member for detachably connecting a first functional component and a second functional component, the connecting member comprising:

[0008] a fixed restraining member, the fixed restraining member being arranged on the first functional component;

[0009] The connecting member includes a limiting portion and a connecting portion, the limiting portion is detachably connected to the fixed limiting portion and the limiting portion is fixed and restricted from moving by the fixed limiting portion, and the connecting portion is detachably connected to the second functional component.

[0010] Preferably, the fixed limiting member includes a base connected to the first functional component and a boss arranged on the base, a limiting plate is provided on one side of the base, and a limiting gap is formed between the limiting plate and the outer side surface of the boss into which the limiting portion can be inserted.

[0011] Preferably, a fixing bolt is provided on the boss, and the fixing bolt cooperates with the limiting interval to limit the movement of the connecting member.

[0012] Preferably, a fixing bolt is further provided on the boss, and the fixing bolt, the adjusting bolt and the limiting interval cooperate with each other to limit the movement of the connecting member in all directions.

[0013] Preferably, a fixed gap is formed between the fixing bolt and the upper surface of the boss, and the fixed gap is adapted to the thickness of the limiting portion of the connecting member.

[0014] Preferably, the front section of the limiting portion of the connector is configured as a limiting area with extension sections at both ends, the front end of the limiting area is plugged into the limiting interval, and the extension section of the limiting area is snapped into the fixed gap.

[0015] Preferably, the adjusting bolt has a released state and a locked state. In the released state, the adjusting bolt exerts no vertical pressure on the connecting member. In the locked state, the adjusting bolt exerts vertical pressure on the connecting member.

[0016] Preferably, the fixing bolt and the adjusting bolt do not pass through the base in the thickness direction.

[0017] Preferably, the connecting member further comprises a turning portion, which is located between the limiting portion and the connecting portion and is configured to realize the setting of the connecting portion and the limiting portion in different directions.

[0018] Preferably, the angle between the connecting portion and the limiting portion is approximately 90 degrees.

[0019] A second aspect of the present invention provides a modular furniture, wherein the first functional component and the second functional component are detachably connected via the above-mentioned connecting member.

[0020] Preferably, the first functional component has at least one substantially straight portion, and the substantially straight portion is connected to the substantially straight portion of the second functional component by the connecting member.

[0021] Preferably, the first functional component is configured as a base, and the second functional component is configured as a backrest or an armrest.

[0022] By implementing the above technical solution, the utility model has the following advantages:

[0023] 1. Through the connecting member of the utility model, different functional components are connected to form furniture of different shapes, making the use and installation of furniture more diversified;

[0024] 2. The connecting member of the present invention has a better restriction on the movement of the functional components during use, and can restrict the movement of the functional components in all directions, making the connection more stable;

[0025] 3. The connecting member of the present invention does not require structural coordination of functional components and has a wider range of uses. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The following is a detailed description of preferred embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings to help understand the purpose and advantages of the present invention, wherein:

[0027] Figure 1 A modular sofa in a combination mode as shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a modular sofa in another combination mode shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a modular sofa in another combination mode shown in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a connecting member in a connected state according to a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of a connecting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of a connecting member in a connecting component shown in a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0033] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of a fixed limiting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0034] Figure 8 It is a side view of a fixing and limiting member shown in a specific embodiment of the present utility model.

[0035] In the figure, 10-first functional component, 101-base frame, 102-base cushion, 20-second functional component, 201-backrest frame, 202-backrest cushion, 203-headrest, 30-connecting member, 31-fixed limiting member, 31a-base, 31b-boss, 31c-limiting plate, 31d-fixing bolt, 31e-adjusting bolt, 32-connecting member, 32a-connecting part, 32b-limiting part, 32c-turning part, 32d-1 extension section, 32d-limiting area, 31-1-limiting interval, 31-2-fixed gap. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] The technical solution of the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation cases.

[0037] It should be noted that the following implementation cases are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention is described in detail with reference to the following implementation cases, ordinary technicians in this field should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in each implementation case, or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of each implementation case of the present invention. Example

[0038] This embodiment provides modular furniture, specifically a sofa. The modular furniture comprises a first functional component 10 and a second functional component 20. For example, in some embodiments, the first functional component 10 is the sofa base, and the second functional component 20 is the sofa backrest or armrest. The backrest and the sofa have the same structure, but are mounted in a different position relative to the base. The backrest and the sofa can have the same or different dimensions, depending on the specific product requirements.

[0039] In this embodiment, the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 have a defined spatial relationship, which enables the formation of a variety of furniture types, sizes, and configurations. This spatial relationship can be changed by detachably connecting the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20. Each functional component can be one or more, detachably connected to each other to form a sofa with various configurations. For example, in some embodiments, a base is configured with a backrest to form a single sofa without armrests, see Figure 1 In another embodiment, a base is provided with a backrest and two armrests, which are combined into a single sofa with armrests, see Figure 2 It can also be a double sofa with armrests, with two bases, two backrests and two armrests. Figure 3 .

[0040] The first functional assembly 10 is configured to provide a comfortable seating surface for the user. In this embodiment, the first functional assembly 10 includes a base frame 101 and a base cushion 102 mounted on the base frame 101. When a user sits on the first functional assembly 100, the base frame 101 supports the user's weight. The base cushion 102 provides a useful and comfortable seating area for the user. The base cushion 102 can be easily installed on and removed from the base frame 101.

[0041] The first functional component 10 is a rectangular parallelepiped with four adjacent side surfaces and an upper surface. Depending on the combination, one, two or three of the adjacent side surfaces are adjacent to the second functional component 20. The upper surface is adjacent to the base cushion 102.

[0042] In this embodiment, the second functional component 20 also includes a backrest frame 201 and a backrest cushion 202, which is mounted on the backrest frame 201. The backrest frame 201 of the second functional component 20 is generally rectangular, with four adjacent side surfaces. Any of these adjacent side surfaces can abut the first functional component 10 to form a different piece of furniture. The backrest cushion 202 of the second functional component 20, serving as the backrest, is roughly wedge-shaped, narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, providing a more comfortable support for the user.

[0043] In this embodiment, a headrest 203 is further provided on the second functional component 20 of the modular furniture.

[0044] In this embodiment, a flexible frame cover is provided on the outer surface of the base frame 101 and the backrest frame 201. The frame cover can be configured into different colors and different materials, and the user can replace it according to actual use requirements.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 of the modular furniture are detachably connected via a connecting member 30. Figure 4 The connecting member 30 acts on the upper surface of the first functional component 10 and one of the adjacent side surfaces of the second functional component 20. Figure 5 The connecting member 30 includes a fixing and limiting member 31 and a connecting member 32. Figure 6 The fixing member 31 can be made of plastic or metal and is provided on the first functional component 10. It includes a base 31a fixedly locked to the upper surface of the first functional component 10 by screws and a boss 31b provided on the base 31a. The boss 31b and the base 31a are both strip-shaped and can be an integrated structure. The base 31a can be connected to the upper surface of the first functional component 10 by screws or by strong glue. In this embodiment, see Figure 6 The base 31a has connection holes near its two ends, which are fixed to the first functional component 10 by screws. A limiting piece 31c is provided on one side of the base 31a. The limiting piece 31c can be a single piece or multiple pieces. The limiting piece 31c forms a limiting gap 31-1 with the outer side of the boss 31b. The end of the connecting member 32 can be inserted into the limiting gap 31-1. The term "just enough to be inserted" here means that after insertion, there is no obvious gap between the connecting member 32 and the limiting piece 31c and the outer side of the boss 31b, and it is not loose, and a certain upward force is required to remove it.

[0046] In this embodiment, see Figure 7 The connector 32 is generally in the form of a thin sheet and includes a restricting portion 32b connected to the fixed restricting member 31, a connecting portion 32a connected to the second functional component 20, and a transition portion 32c connecting the restricting portion 32b and the connecting portion 32a. The restricting portion 32b and the connecting portion 32a change direction at the transition portion 32c. For example, in this embodiment, the connector 32 is generally L-shaped, and the angle between the connecting portion 32a and the restricting portion 32b is approximately 90 degrees. The restricting portion 32b, by connecting to the fixed restricting member 31, secures the connector 32 and restricts its movement. The connecting portion 32a is detachably connected to the second functional component 20, for example, by screws connected to the adjacent side surface of the second functional component 20. Alternatively, the connection may be made using, for example, strong glue.

[0047] In this embodiment, to further restrain connector 32 and maintain a secure connection, a retaining bolt 31d is provided at one end of strip-shaped boss 31b. Retaining bolt 31d is fixedly mounted on boss 31b and integrally forms a structure with boss 31b. Retaining bolt 31d comprises a columnar body and a retaining end located at the top of the columnar body. A fixed gap 31-2 exists between the retaining end of retaining bolt 31d and the upper surface of boss 31b. During installation, connector 32 is inserted into retaining gap 31-2 for securement.

[0048] In another embodiment, to further restrict the connection member 32, a fixing bolt 31d and an adjusting bolt 31e are respectively provided at each end of the strip-shaped boss 31b. The height of the adjusting bolt 31e relative to the boss 31b is adjustable. The adjusting bolt 31e is provided to cooperate with the fixing bolt 31d to secure and restrict the movement of the connection member 32. In this embodiment, the adjusting bolt 31e is a bolt, and the boss 31b has a corresponding screw hole. Therefore, the adjusting bolt 31e has two states: a released state and a locked state. In the released state, the adjusting bolt 31e does not exert vertical pressure on the connection member 32. In the locked state, the adjusting bolt 31e exerts vertical pressure on the connection member 32.

[0049] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the front section of the restricting portion 32b of the connector 32 is configured as a restricting area 32d with extensions 32d-1 at both ends. The front end of the restricting area 32d is inserted into the restricting gap 31-1, and the extension 32d-1 of the restricting area 32d is engaged with the fixed gap 31-2. The fixing bolt 31d, the adjusting bolt 31e, and the restricting gap 31-1 cooperate with each other to restrict the movement of the connector 32 in all directions (including forward, backward, left, right, upward, and downward).

[0050] In order to avoid causing further damage to the surface of the first functional component 10 , the fixing bolt 31 d and the adjusting bolt 31 e do not pass through the base 31 a in the thickness direction.

[0051] In another specific embodiment, the fixing bolt 31d may be replaced with an adjusting bolt 31e, and two adjusting bolts 31e may be used to achieve the above-mentioned effect.

[0052] In another specific embodiment, the number of connecting members 30 between each first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20 can be one or more, for example, two or more, depending on the required connection strength and the length of the first functional component 10 and the second functional component 20.

Claims

1. A connecting member for detachably connecting a first functional component (10) and a second functional component (20), characterized in that: The connecting member (30) comprises: a fixed limiting member (31), the fixed limiting member (31) being arranged on the first functional component (10); A connecting member (32), the connecting member (32) comprising a limiting portion (32b) and a connecting portion (32a), the limiting portion (32b) being detachably connected to the fixed limiting member (31) and the limiting portion being fixed and restricted in movement by the fixed limiting member (31), and the connecting portion (32a) being detachably connected to the second functional component (20); the fixed limiting member (31) comprising a base (31a) connected to the first functional component (10) and a boss (31b) provided on the base (31a), a limiting sheet (31c) being provided on one side of the base (31a), and a limiting interval (31-1) into which the limiting portion (32b) can be inserted is formed between the limiting sheet (31c) and the outer side surface of the boss (31b).

2. A connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing bolt (31d) is provided on the boss (31b), and the fixing bolt (31d) cooperates with the limiting space (31-1) to limit the movement of the connecting member (32).

3. A connecting member according to claim 2, characterized in that: A fixed gap (31-2) is formed between the fixing bolt (31d) and the upper surface of the boss (31b), and the fixed gap (31-2) is adapted to the thickness of the limiting portion (32b) of the connecting member (32).

4. A connecting member according to claim 3, characterized in that: The front section of the limiting portion (32b) of the connecting member (32) is configured as a limiting area (32d) having extension sections (32d-1) at both ends, the front end of the limiting area (32d) is plugged into the limiting interval (31-1), and the extension section (32d-1) of the limiting area (32d) is snap-fitted into the fixed gap (31-2).

5. A connecting member according to claim 2, characterized in that: An adjusting bolt (31e) is also provided on the boss (31b), and the fixing bolt (31d), the adjusting bolt (31e) and the limiting interval (31-1) cooperate with each other to limit the movement of the connecting member (32) in all directions.

6. A connecting member according to claim 5, characterized in that: The adjusting bolt (31e) has a released state and a locked state. In the released state, the adjusting bolt (31e) exerts no vertical pressure on the connecting member (32). In the locked state, the adjusting bolt (31e) exerts vertical pressure on the connecting member (32).

7. A connecting member according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fixing bolt (31d) and the adjusting bolt (31e) do not pass through the base (31a) in the thickness direction.

8. The connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting member (32) further includes a turning portion (32c) located between the limiting portion (32b) and the connecting portion (32a), and configured to achieve the setting of the connecting portion (32a) and the limiting portion (32b) in different directions.

9. The connecting member according to claim 1, characterized in that: The angle between the connecting portion (32a) and the limiting portion (32b) is approximately 90 degrees.

10. A modular furniture comprising a first functional component (10) and a second functional component (20), characterized in that: The first functional component (10) and the second functional component (20) are detachably connected via a connecting member according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

11. The modular furniture according to claim 10, characterized in that: The first functional component (10) has at least one substantially straight portion, and the substantially straight portion is connected to the substantially straight portion of the second functional component (20) via the connecting member (30).

12. The modular furniture according to claim 10, characterized in that: The first functional component (10) is configured as a base, and the second functional component (20) is configured as a backrest or an armrest.

13. The modular furniture according to claim 10, characterized in that: The first functional component (10) is configured as a base, and the second functional component (20) is configured as a base.

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