Airing rod end butt joint structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses an airing rod end butt joint structure which comprises a first airing rod capable of ascending and descending and a second airing rod located at a high position. The first end part of the first airing rod comprises a first butt joint part; the first butt joint part is in shaft connection with a first movable shifting piece, the upper end of the first movable shifting piece is tilted and upwards exceeds the first butt joint part, and the lower end of the first movable shifting piece extends into the first sliding rail; the second end part of the second airing rod comprises a second butt joint part; the second butt joint part is in shaft connection with a second movable stirring piece, and the lower end of the second movable stirring piece extends into the second sliding rail. After the two airing rods are in butt joint, the second butt joint part is pressed on the upper side of the first butt joint part and is in butt joint and limited with the first butt joint part, after the first movable poking piece is pressed by the second butt joint part, the lower end of the first movable poking piece rotates upwards to leave the first sliding rail, and after the second movable poking piece is jacked by the first sliding rail, the lower end of the second movable poking piece rotates upwards to leave the second sliding rail. The end face of the first sliding rail is in butt joint with the end face of the second sliding rail. Therefore, a butt joint structure with better reliability is provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a docking structure for the ends of two clothes-drying rods with slide rails, and in particular to a docking structure between a liftable clothes-drying rod with slide rails and a wardrobe clothes-drying rod with slide rails. A plurality of slidable hanging parts are installed on the slide rails. After the slide rails of the two clothes-drying rods are docked, the hanging parts can be moved and switched in the slide rail between the two clothes-drying rods. Background Art

[0002] We are developing an automated clothing consolidation and distribution system, consisting of a clothes drying machine and a wardrobe. The key concept is to enable clothing to be moved between the clothes drying machine and the wardrobe. For example, clothing can be air-dried on the clothes drying machine before being moved into the wardrobe for automatic drying or sterilization.

[0003] Specifically, the clothes drying rack includes a main unit mounted on the ceiling and a first, liftable drying rod. A first slide rail is located on the underside of the first drying rod, within which are mounted a plurality of slidable hangers for hanging clothes. The wardrobe includes a clothes handling system and a rotatable second drying rod. The clothes handling system includes a drying module and a sterilization module. Similarly, a second slide rail is located on the underside of the second drying rod.

[0004] The automatic clothing integration and dispersion system and method, published on October 11, 2024, with publication number CN118756477A, ​​discloses a toggle member for closing and dispersing hanging members.

[0005] The publication date is 2024.09.27, and the publication number is CN118704215A, which is a docking structure and docking method for the ends of two clothes-drying rods with sliding rails.

[0006] During the specific implementation process, the docking structure has the following problems: 1. A tying piece is provided at the end of the second drying rod, and the tying piece protrudes from the outer surface of the drying rod. The outer wall of the tying piece will affect or interfere with the movement of the toggle piece.

[0007] 2. Because the poles sway erratically during the raising and lowering process, the hooking piece on the second pole may not be able to fit over the end of the first pole. Similarly, the swaying of the poles can cause the elastic pins to lose alignment with the top wall, resulting in gaps. Both of these situations will lead to failure in the docking of the two poles. Utility Model Content

[0008] In view of the problem of end docking failure caused by the shaking of the clothes-drying rod in the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a clothes-drying rod end docking structure with a slide rail and better reliability.

[0009] The core technical concept of this utility model lies in the dual-rod switching linkage structure at the ends of a liftable first drying rod and a fixed-height second drying rod, enabling seamless and seamless connection and free switching of hanging parts between the rods. Furthermore, the mechanical linkage of two movable paddles ensures the safety and stability of the rod connection. This technical solution solves the problem of traditional drying rod connection failure, improving drying efficiency and user experience.

[0010] The technical solution of the utility model is: a drying rod end docking structure, characterized by comprising a first drying rod with a slide rail that can be lifted and lowered and a second drying rod with a slide rail that is at a higher position;

[0011] The first end portion of the first drying rod includes a first slide rail at the bottom and a first docking portion installed at the top; a first movable paddle is connected to the upper axis of the first docking portion, the upper end of the first movable paddle is tilted and extends upward beyond the first docking portion, and the lower end of the first movable paddle extends into the first slide rail;

[0012] The second end of the second drying rod includes a second slide rail at the bottom and a second docking portion installed at the top; a second movable paddle is axially connected to the upper portion of the second docking portion, and the lower end of the second movable paddle extends into the second slide rail;

[0013] When the first drying rod rises to be flush with the second drying rod, the second docking portion presses on the upper side of the first docking portion and docks and restricts each other. After the first movable paddle is pressed down by the second docking portion, the lower end of the first movable paddle rotates upward and leaves the first slide rail. After the second movable paddle is pushed up by the first slide rail, the lower end of the second movable paddle rotates upward and leaves the second slide rail, and the end faces of the first slide rail and the second slide rail dock with each other.

[0014] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first docking portion includes a convex portion, and the convex portion includes a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface;

[0015] The second docking portion includes a notch, and the notch includes a third inclined surface and a fourth inclined surface; the protrusion is guided and matched with the notch.

[0016] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first docking portion is located inside the end surface of the first end portion; and the second docking portion exceeds the end surface of the second end portion.

[0017] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first slide rail is formed by a first top wall, two first side walls and a first bottom wall with a slot; the first docking portion is installed on the first top wall, and a through hole is provided on the first top wall, and the lower end of the first movable paddle passes through the through hole and extends into the slide rail; when the upper end of the first movable paddle is pressed by the second docking portion, the first movable paddle rotates along the shaft end, and its lower end rotates to the top of the first top wall.

[0018] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the second slide rail is formed by a second top wall, two second side walls and a second bottom wall with a slot, and the second docking portion is mounted on the second top wall;

[0019] The second docking portion is provided with a mounting hole, the second movable paddle is axially connected to the mounting hole, and the second movable paddle is suspended in the second slide rail.

[0020] When the outer end of the first top wall of the first drying rod pushes against the second movable paddle, the second movable paddle rotates so that its lower end leaves the second slide rail and enters the mounting hole.

[0021] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that an extension rod is provided at the front end of the second docking portion, and the extension rod is used to press down the first movable paddle.

[0022] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first docking portion includes a mounting seat, and the first movable paddle is axially connected to the mounting seat;

[0023] The mounting seat is provided with a notch for accommodating at least a portion of the first movable paddle. When the first movable paddle is pressed by the second docking portion and fully rotated, the first movable paddle is accommodated in the notch.

[0024] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first docking portion includes a convex portion, the second docking portion includes a concave portion, the convex portion and the concave hole are consistent in shape and size; the convex portion is spaced a distance from the mounting seat.

[0025] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that the first inclined surface and the third inclined surface have the same inclination amplitude, and the second inclined surface and the fourth inclined surface have the same inclination amplitude, so as to ensure smoother cooperation between the protrusion and the recess.

[0026] A further preferred technical solution of the present invention is that: the first docking portion includes a convex portion, and the second docking portion includes a concave portion; the convex portion is spaced a distance from the mounting seat to form a shelf;

[0027] A resting protrusion is formed on the outer side of the recess;

[0028] After the first and second docking portions are joined, the placing protrusion is placed on the placing platform.

[0029] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are: through the design of a liftable first drying rod and a high-positioned second drying rod, combined with the docking of the first and second slide rails, the rods can be efficiently and accurately docked and undocking. This technical approach ensures the positioning accuracy of the rods during docking, avoiding docking failures caused by rod shaking.

[0030] A first movable paddle is pivotally connected to the first docking portion, and a second movable paddle is pivotally connected to the second docking portion. This structure enhances the structural stability of the docked rods. When the first rod is raised to be flush with the second rod, the second docking portion presses against the upper side of the first docking portion, engaging and restraining each other. This interaction ensures the stability and security of the docking of the rods.

[0031] The unique butt-jointed structure of the clothes-drying rods allows for seamless connection and free switching of hanging parts between the rods, simplifying the drying process for users. This design not only increases the flexibility of clothes drying, but also enhances the user experience.

[0032] The technical means of the end docking structure of the clothes-drying rods technically realizes efficient docking between clothes-drying rods and free switching of clothes. It also demonstrates the practicality and innovation of the clothes-drying rod system in modern home life; so as to further realize intelligent linkage with more smart home Internet of Things, providing users with more convenient and hygienic clothes management solutions. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] The present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will appreciate that these drawings are drawn only for the purpose of explaining the preferred embodiments and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. Furthermore, unless otherwise specified, the drawings are merely schematic representations of the composition or structure of the depicted objects and may contain exaggerated representations. Furthermore, the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0034] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the docking structure of the drying pole ends Figure 1 ;

[0035] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the partial structure of the first drying pole Figure 1 ;

[0036] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the partial structure of the first drying pole Figure 2 ;

[0037] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the partial structure of the second drying pole Figure 1 ;

[0038] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the partial structure of the second drying pole Figure 2;

[0039] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the docking of the first and second docking parts Figure 1 ;

[0040] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the docking of the first and second docking parts Figure 2 ;

[0041] Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the docking of the first and second docking parts Figure 3 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that these descriptions are merely illustrative and exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "back," "inner," and "outer" and the like, indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the directions or positional relationships in which the utility model product is typically placed when in use. These terms are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed, or operate in a specific direction. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Terms such as "first" and "second" are used solely to facilitate understanding and have no other directional meanings, and should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0044] like Figure 1 、 Figure 6 、 Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the end docking structure 100 of the clothes-drying rod comprises a first clothes-drying rod 10 with a slide rail h1, which can be raised and lowered, and a second clothes-drying rod 20 with a slide rail h2, which is located in a higher position. To allow clothes to be switched between two clothes-drying rods of different heights and lateral positions, a docking structure is provided. This allows the first clothes-drying rod 10 to be quickly docked with the second clothes-drying rod 20 via a lifting mechanism, thereby achieving the purpose of directly moving clothes from the first clothes-drying rod 10 to the second clothes-drying rod 20. By docking the ends of the first clothes-drying rod 10, which can be raised and lowered, with the ends of the second clothes-drying rod 20 at a fixed height, the hanging parts can be freely moved between the slide rails h1 and h2 of the two clothes-drying rods, allowing users to easily and quickly switch clothes-drying positions. Furthermore, the docking structure of this embodiment effectively avoids the problem of end docking failure caused by the shaking of the clothes-drying rods in the prior art, which will be explained in detail below.

[0045] It should also be noted that the clothes-drying-rod end docking structure 100 also takes into account compatibility with smart home systems, enabling seamless integration into the modern home Internet of Things. Users can remotely control the raising and lowering of the clothes-drying rod and its docking via smart devices, achieving a smart clothes-drying experience. This not only enhances the user experience but also adds convenience to modern smart home living.

[0046] Specifically, if Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first end portion a1 of the first drying rod 10 comprises a first slide rail h1 at the bottom and a first docking portion 11 mounted at the top. A first movable paddle 12 is pivotally connected to the first docking portion 11. The upper end of the first movable paddle 12 rises and extends upward beyond the first docking portion 11, while the lower end of the first movable paddle 12 extends into the first slide rail h1. The upwardly extending portion of the first movable paddle 12 is preferably a rod segment that can be easily pressed by the extension rod c6 of the second docking portion, enhancing the flexibility and convenience of docking.

[0047] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the lower end of the first movable paddle 12 is a shuttle-shaped section, which extends into the first slide rail h1 to limit the movement of the hanging part and avoid unnecessary movement when no movement is required; it also avoids the risk of clothes falling during the transfer process, thereby improving the safety and reliability of drying clothes.

[0048] The second end portion a2 of the second drying rod 20 includes a second slide rail h2 at the bottom and a second docking portion 21 mounted at the top. A second movable paddle 22 is pivotally connected to the second docking portion 21, the lower end of which extends into the second slide rail h2. The second movable paddle 22 is rectangular, with one corner of its upper end pivotally connected to the second docking portion 21, allowing it to naturally droop. The lower end of the drooping second movable paddle 22 is placed into the second slide rail h2, restricting the movement of the hanging part within the slide rail. This also prevents unnecessary movement of the hanging part when it is not needed. This also reduces the risk of clothing falling during the transfer process, improving the safety and reliability of the clothes drying process.

[0049] In actual work, Figures 6 to 8 As shown, the first airing rod 10 is raised to a position flush with the second airing rod 20 through its built-in lifting mechanism. During this process, the slide rail h1 of the first airing rod 10 is aligned with the slide rail h2 of the second airing rod 20, preparing for the subsequent docking.

[0050] When the first and second drying rods 10 and 20 are aligned, the second abutting portion 21 of the second drying rod 20 precisely presses against the first abutting portion 11 of the first drying rod 10. This contact not only ensures a tight connection between the drying rods, but also prevents relative sliding of the drying rods after they are connected by mutual restraint, particularly the provision of the concave-convex structure, and the inclined surface of the concave-convex structure also serves as a guide.

[0051] As the second docking portion 21 presses downward, the first movable tab 12 of the first drying rod 10 is pressed, causing its lower end to rotate upward from the first slide rail h1, releasing the restraint on the hanging component. Simultaneously, the first slide rail h1 of the second drying rod 20 pushes upward, causing the lower end of the second movable tab 22 of the second drying rod 20 to rotate upward and clear the second slide rail h2. This action further ensures the flexibility of the docking portion of the second drying rod 20, providing space for the hanging component to move.

[0052] Finally, the end face of the first slide rail h1 and the end face of the second slide rail h2 are completely docked, forming a smooth transition, so that the hanging part can move smoothly between the two clothes-drying rods without being hindered by the obstruction of the docking part.

[0053] In addition, this docking mechanism also takes into account compatibility with smart home systems, allowing the clothes drying rod to be used in conjunction with other home IoT devices (such as smart electric clothes drying machines), providing users with an efficient, convenient and intelligent clothes drying solution.

[0054] More specifically, the first docking portion 11 includes a protrusion v, which includes a first sloped surface v1 and a second sloped surface v2. The second docking portion 21 includes a recess r, which includes a third sloped surface r1 and a fourth sloped surface r2. The guiding cooperation between the protrusion v of the first docking portion 11 and the recess r of the second docking portion 21 ensures accurate positioning of the clothes-drying rod during docking. The interlocking of the first and second sloped surfaces v1 and v2 with the third and fourth sloped surfaces r1 and r2 provides a stable positioning foundation, preventing misalignment during docking.

[0055] The matching slopes of the concave and convex structures allow the poles to smoothly guide each other during docking, reducing friction and resistance during docking and improving docking efficiency. The interlocking convex portion v and concave recess r increase the structural stability of the docked poles and prevent them from separating due to wind or other external forces.

[0056] In addition, preferably, the first docking portion 11 is located on the inner side of the end surface of the first end portion a1; the second docking portion 21 extends beyond the end surface of the second end portion a2. During the docking process, the extended portion of the second docking portion 21 can provide additional support to prevent the clothesline from separating due to wind or other external forces.

[0057] In addition, the first slide rail h1 is formed by a first top wall b1, two first side walls b2, and a first bottom wall b3 having a groove b4; this structure provides stable support and guidance. The first docking portion 11 is mounted on the first top wall b1, ensuring the accuracy and stability of docking. A through hole b5 is provided on the first top wall b1, and the lower end of the first movable paddle 12 extends through the through hole b5 into the first slide rail h1, allowing the movable paddle to rotate flexibly when pressed. When the upper end of the first movable paddle 12 is pressed by the second docking portion 21, the first movable paddle 12 rotates along the axial end, and its lower end rotates to the top of the first top wall b1. This action releases the restriction of the hanging part in the first slide rail h1, allowing the hanging part to move freely to the second drying rod 20.

[0058] The second slide rail h2 is formed by a second top wall c1, two second side walls c2, and a second bottom wall c3 with a slot c4. Similar in structure to the first slide rail h1, it provides stable support and guidance. A second docking portion 21 is mounted on the second top wall c1. A mounting hole c5 is defined in the second docking portion 21. A second movable paddle 22 is pivoted into the mounting hole c5 and extends downwardly within the second slide rail h2. A through hole is also defined in the second top wall c1, corresponding to the mounting hole c5, through which the second movable paddle 22 extends.

[0059] When the outer end of the first top wall b1 of the first drying rod 10 pushes against the second movable paddle 22, the second movable paddle 22 rotates so that its lower end leaves the second slide rail h2 and enters the mounting hole c5. This action also releases the restraint of the hanging part in the second slide rail h2, allowing the hanging part to move freely.

[0060] Preferably, an extension rod c6 is provided at the front end of the second docking portion 21, which is used to press down the first movable paddle 12. The design of the extension rod c6 increases the flexibility of the second docking portion 21, enabling it to interact more effectively with the first movable paddle 12, ensuring smooth and stable docking of the clothes drying rod.

[0061] Further preferably, the first docking portion 11 includes a mounting seat 13, and the first movable paddle 12 is axially connected to the mounting seat 13. This structure provides stable support, so that the first movable paddle 12 can withstand the pressure from the second docking portion 21 during the docking process and maintain docking stability.

[0062] The slot 131 formed on the mounting base 13 is used to accommodate a portion of the first movable paddle 12. When the first movable paddle 12 is pressed by the second docking portion 21 and fully rotated, its lower end can be accommodated in the slot 131, which helps to guide and position the first movable paddle 12 and ensure its correct position during the docking process.

[0063] Preferably, the shape and size of the protrusion v and the recess r are perfectly matched. This precise fit ensures accurate positioning of the clothes-drying rods during docking. The first and third inclined surfaces v1 and r1 have the same inclination, and the second and fourth inclined surfaces v2 and r2 also have the same inclination. This technical approach allows for smoother fit between the protrusion v and the recess r, improving docking efficiency and stability.

[0064] Furthermore, the protrusion v is spaced a distance from the mounting seat 13, forming a resting platform p. A resting protrusion g is formed outside the recess r. After the first and second docking portions are joined, the resting protrusion g rests on the resting platform p. This technical solution provides additional stability and positioning accuracy, ensuring the stability of the drying rod docking and the protection of the docking components.

[0065] The above describes the end-jointing structure of the clothes-drying-pole provided by the present invention. Specific examples are used herein to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is intended only to facilitate understanding of the present invention and its core concept. It should be noted that, without departing from the principles of the present invention, a number of improvements and modifications may be made to the present invention by a person skilled in the art, and such improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. The end-butt joint structure of the drying rod is characterized by: It comprises a first drying rod with a slide rail that can be lifted and lowered, and a second drying rod with a slide rail that is in a high position; The first end portion of the first drying rod includes a first slide rail at the bottom and a first docking portion installed at the top; a first movable paddle is connected to the upper axis of the first docking portion, the upper end of the first movable paddle is tilted and extends upward beyond the first docking portion, and the lower end of the first movable paddle extends into the first slide rail; The second end of the second drying rod includes a second slide rail at the bottom and a second docking portion installed at the top; a second movable paddle is axially connected to the upper portion of the second docking portion, and the lower end of the second movable paddle extends into the second slide rail; When the first drying rod rises to be flush with the second drying rod, the second docking portion presses on the upper side of the first docking portion and docks and restricts each other. After the first movable paddle is pressed down by the second docking portion, the lower end of the first movable paddle rotates upward and leaves the first slide rail. After the second movable paddle is pushed up by the first slide rail, the lower end of the second movable paddle rotates upward and leaves the second slide rail, and the end faces of the first slide rail and the second slide rail dock with each other.

2. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first docking portion includes a convex portion, and the convex portion includes a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface; The second docking portion includes a notch, and the notch includes a third inclined surface and a fourth inclined surface; the protrusion is guided and matched with the notch.

3. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first docking portion is located inside the end surface of the first end portion; and the second docking portion exceeds the end surface of the second end portion.

4. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first slide rail is formed by a first top wall, two first side walls and a first bottom wall with a slot; the first docking portion is installed on the first top wall, and a through hole is provided on the first top wall, and the lower end of the first movable paddle passes through the through hole and extends into the slide rail; when the upper end of the first movable paddle is pressed by the second docking portion, the first movable paddle rotates along the shaft end, and its lower end rotates to the top of the first top wall.

5. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second slide rail is formed by a second top wall, two second side walls and a second bottom wall having a slot, and the second docking portion is mounted on the second top wall; The second docking portion is provided with a mounting hole, the second movable paddle is axially connected to the mounting hole, and the second movable paddle is suspended in the second slide rail. When the outer end of the first top wall of the first drying rod pushes against the second movable paddle, the second movable paddle rotates so that its lower end leaves the second slide rail and enters the mounting hole.

6. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: An extension rod is provided at the front end of the second docking portion, and the extension rod is used to press down the first movable paddle.

7. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first docking portion includes a mounting seat, and the first movable paddle is axially connected to the mounting seat; The mounting seat is provided with a notch for accommodating at least a portion of the first movable paddle. When the first movable paddle is pressed by the second docking portion and fully rotated, the first movable paddle is accommodated in the notch.

8. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first docking portion includes a convex portion, and the second docking portion includes a concave portion, wherein the convex portion matches the concave hole in shape and size; The protrusion is spaced a distance from the mounting seat.

9. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first inclined surface and the third inclined surface have the same inclination amplitude, and the second inclined surface and the fourth inclined surface have the same inclination amplitude, so as to ensure smoother cooperation between the protrusion and the recess.

10. The drying rod end docking structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first docking portion includes a protrusion, and the second docking portion includes a recess; the protrusion is spaced a distance from the mounting seat to form a shelf; A resting protrusion is formed on the outer side of the recess; After the first and second docking portions are joined, the placing protrusion is placed on the placing platform.

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