Expandable container

By introducing flip-up side panels, space expansion modules, and automated push-pull control mechanisms into the container, the problem of fixed and difficult-to-adjust space in traditional containers has been solved, realizing flexible expansion of the container's internal space and multi-functional applicability.

CN223444329UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-17SHANGHAI YANGPIN CONSTR TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423076649.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-13
Publication Date
2025-10-17
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-13

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional containers have fixed space and are difficult to effectively adjust according to different functional requirements, resulting in wasted space or failure to meet specific needs.

Method used

An expandable container was designed to allow for flexible adjustment of the container's internal space through flip-up side panels, expansion space modules, and push-pull control mechanisms. This includes the combined use of slide rails, sliders, C-shaped frames, roofs, entrances and exits, windows, and glass walls, and automated control is achieved through drive motors and bidirectional threaded rods.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment of the internal space of the container, improves its applicability, and can be easily converted into living space, office space or storage space according to needs, reducing the usage restrictions caused by fixed space.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an expandable container which comprises a container body, one side of the container body is rotatably connected with an overturning side plate, an expanding space module is arranged in the container body, and corresponding sliding rails are arranged on the inner wall of the bottom of the container body and the two ends of the surface of one side of the overturning side plate. The bottom of the space expanding module is slidably connected with the two sets of sliding rails, a push-pull control mechanism is installed on one side of the inner wall of the top of the container body, the top of the container body is connected with the space expanding module through the push-pull control mechanism, and through the design of the space expanding module, the size of the inner space of the container can be flexibly adjusted according to actual requirements; according to the container, storage and transportation of large goods and conversion of multiple functional spaces (for example, an office or storage space is expanded from a living space) can be easily achieved, the applicability of the container is greatly improved, and use limitation caused by fixed space is reduced.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of container, specifically, relates to an expandable container. BACKGROUND

[0002] In many fields such as building construction, field operation and temporary residence, the demand for space flexible container is increasing. The space of the traditional container is fixed, and when facing different use function requirements, there is often a situation of space waste or inability to meet specific needs. For example, in field operation camp or temporary residence place, with the change of the number of personnel or the increase of functional requirements (such as from pure accommodation demand to accommodation and office, storage and other multi-functional demand), the fixed space container is difficult to effectively adjust the space. Therefore, it is of great practical significance to develop a container that can expand the space flexibly according to the actual demand.

[0003] How to invent an expandable container to improve these problems has become a problem to be solved by the technical personnel in the field. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL

[0004] In order to make up for the above shortcomings, the utility model provides an expandable container, which aims to improve the problem that the space of the traditional container is fixed, and when facing different use function requirements, there is often a situation of space waste or inability to meet specific needs, and the fixed space container is difficult to effectively adjust the space.

[0005] The utility model is realized in this way: an expandable container, comprising a container body, a turnover side plate is rotatably connected to one side of the container body, an expansion space module is arranged inside the container body, corresponding slide rails are formed at both ends of the inner wall of the bottom of the container body and the surface of one side of the turnover side plate, the bottom of the expansion space module is slidably connected with the two groups of slide rails, a push-pull control mechanism is installed on one side of the inner wall of the top of the container body, and the push-pull control mechanism is connected with the expansion space module.

[0006] In a preferred technical scheme of the utility model, a sealing rubber strip is arranged on the edge of the turnover side plate.

[0007] In a preferred technical scheme of the utility model, a locking mechanism that can be connected with the container body is arranged on the turnover side plate.

[0008] In a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the expansion space module includes a C-shaped frame, a ceiling is fixedly installed on the top of the C-shaped frame, and sliding bars are fixedly installed at both ends of the bottom surface of the C-shaped frame. Each of the sliding bars is slidably connected to the corresponding sliding rail. At least one entry and exit door is rotatably installed on one side of the C-shaped frame, and at least one window is rotatably installed at both ends of the C-shaped frame. Several glass walls are embedded in the remaining space on the C-shaped frame.

[0009] In a preferred technical solution of the present invention, pads are fixedly installed on both ends of the other side surface of the flip side panel.

[0010] In a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the push-pull control mechanism includes a mounting plate and two first connecting blocks, the mounting plate is fixedly mounted on the top inner wall of the expansion space module, a slide groove is provided on one side of the top inner wall of the container body, the two first connecting blocks are slidably mounted in the slide groove, and two second connecting blocks are fixedly mounted on the surface of one side of the mounting plate, the first connecting block and the second connecting block located at the same end are rotatably connected to the two ends of the corresponding connecting rods, and the two first connecting blocks are both connected to the driving mechanism.

[0011] In a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the driving mechanism includes a bidirectional threaded rod, and threaded holes are provided on one side surface of the two first connecting blocks, and are respectively connected to the two ends of the bidirectional threaded rod through the threaded holes. One end of the bidirectional threaded rod is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the container body, and the other end of the bidirectional threaded rod is fixedly connected to one end of the output shaft of the driving motor, and the driving motor is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the other side of the container body.

[0012] The beneficial effect of the present invention is that the present invention obtains an expandable container through the above-mentioned design. When in use, the size of the internal space of the container can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs through the design of the expansion space module. Whether it is the storage and transportation of large goods or the conversion of multiple functional spaces (such as expanding office or storage space from living space), it can be easily achieved, which greatly improves the applicability of the container and reduces the usage restrictions caused by fixed space. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present invention and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0014] Figure 1It is the overall structure schematic perspective view provided by the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 It is the overall separation structure schematic perspective view provided by the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 It is the overall structure schematic perspective view of the expansion space module provided by the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 It is the overall structure schematic perspective view of the push-pull control mechanism provided by the embodiment of the present utility model.

[0018] In the drawing: 1-container body;2-expansion space module;3-push-pull control mechanism;101-flip side plate;102-slideway;103-slideway;104-pad;201-C-shaped frame;202-roof;203-access door;204-window;205-glass wall;301-mounting plate;302-first connecting block;303-slideway;304-second connecting block;305-connecting rod;306-bi-directional threaded rod;307-driving motor. Specific embodiments

[0019] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiment of the present utility model more clear, the technical scheme in the embodiment of the present utility model will be described clearly and completely below by combining with the drawings in the embodiment of the present utility model, obviously, the described embodiment is a part of the embodiment of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiment in the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by the person skilled in the art without making creative labor are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0020] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4 The present utility model provides a technical scheme: a container that can be expanded, including container body 1, the one side of container body 1 is rotatably connected with flip side plate 101, the inside of container body 1 is provided with expansion space module 2, the bottom inner wall of container body 1 and the both ends of the one side surface of flip side plate 101 are all provided with corresponding slideway 102, the bottom of expansion space module 2 is slidably connected with two groups of slideway 102, the one side of the top inner wall of container body 1 is provided with push-pull control mechanism 3, and push-pull control mechanism 3 is connected with expansion space module 2.

[0021] Please refer to Figure 1 And Figure 2 Flip side plate 101 is provided with sealing rubber strip around the edge.

[0022] The sealing rubber strip is fixed on the circumferential edge of the turnover side plate 101 by meansing, inlaying or the like, to ensure that the rubber strip is tightly attached to the contact part of the container body 1 without obvious gaps. The sealing property of the turnover side plate 101 when closed is enhanced, preventing external impurities such as rainwater and dust from entering the interior of the container body 1, and at the same time, the heat exchange between the interior space and the outside world is reduced to a certain extent, playing a role of heat preservation and insulation.

[0023] Further, the turnover side plate 101 is provided with a locking mechanism that can be connected with the container body 1.

[0024] The hook and the slot can be matched, the bolt can be connected, or a special lock can be used. For example, metal hooks and slots that match each other are respectively installed on the corresponding positions of the turnover side plate 101 and the container body 1, the hooks are clamped into the slots when closed, and a anti-falling device can be provided; or bolt holes are installed, and the turnover side plate 101 is connected by a bolt; or a special lock with a key or password control is used. When the turnover side plate 101 is closed, the turnover side plate 101 is firmly connected with the container body 1 through the locking mechanism, so that the turnover side plate 101 will not be accidentally opened during transportation or use, and the safety and stability of the container are improved.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 , the expansion space module 2 includes a C-shaped frame 201, a ceiling 202 is fixedly installed on the top of the C-shaped frame 201, and sliding strips 103 are fixedly installed at both ends of the bottom surface of the C-shaped frame 201. Each sliding strip 103 is slidingly connected in the corresponding sliding rail 102. At least one access door 203 is rotatably installed on one side of the C-shaped frame 201. At least one window 204 is rotatably installed at both ends of the C-shaped frame 201. A plurality of glass walls 205 are embedded in the remaining space of the C-shaped frame 201.

[0026] The C-shaped frame 201 is made of metal material (such as steel) by welding or bolt connection, to ensure sufficient strength and stability. The ceiling 202 can be fixed on the top of the frame by a metal plate or a composite material plate. The access door 203 is selected according to actual needs, and appropriate size and material (such as aluminum alloy door or steel door) are selected. The access door 203 is installed on one side of the C-shaped frame 201 through a hinge or the like. The window 204 is selected from appropriate glass materials (such as transparent or frosted glass), and is rotatably connected to the frame after being installed in a window frame. The glass wall is made of high-strength tempered glass, which is cut and installed according to the size of the reserved space in the frame, and can be fixed by glue joint or metal frame. A relatively independent and complete expansion space is provided, which can be arranged for different purposes according to needs, such as living space, office space or cargo classification storage space, etc., improving the multifunctionality and applicability of the container.

[0027] Further, the other side surface of the turnover side plate 101 is fixedly provided with a pad 104 at both ends.

[0028] The pad 104 is used to pad the turnover side plate 101, so that the two slide rails 102 arranged on one side surface of the turnover side plate 101 are consistent in height with the slide rails 102 arranged on the inner wall of the bottom of the container body 1 after the turnover side plate 101 is unfolded, and the stability of the sliding of the whole expansion space module 2 is ensured. In actual use, each pad 104 can be provided as two independent parts, and screw holes and screw rods are arranged on each independent part, respectively, so that the distance between the two parts can be adjusted by rotation, thereby actively adjusting the height of the whole pad 104 in some cases, and reducing the use limitation.

[0029] Please refer to Figure 4 The push-pull control mechanism 3 comprises an installation plate 301 and two first connecting blocks 302. The installation plate 301 is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the expansion space module 2. A sliding groove 303 is formed in one side of the top inner wall of the container body 1. The two first connecting blocks 302 are slidably installed in the sliding groove 303. Two second connecting blocks 304 are fixedly installed on one side surface of the installation plate 301. The first connecting block 302 and the second connecting block 304 located at the same end are rotatably connected with the two ends of the corresponding connecting rod 305. The two first connecting blocks 302 are connected with the driving mechanism.

[0030] The installation plate 301 is made of metal plate and is fixedly connected on the top inner wall of the expansion space module 2 by welding or bolts. The sliding groove 303 is accurately processed on the top inner wall of the container body 1, so that the first connecting block 302 can smoothly slide in the sliding groove 303. The second connecting block 304 is also made of metal and is fixedly connected on one side of the installation plate 301. The connecting rod 305 is made of metal rod with appropriate length and strength, and the two ends of the connecting rod 305 are rotatably connected with the first connecting block 302 and the second connecting block 304, respectively, to ensure the flexibility and reliability of the connection. When the driving mechanism drives the two sliding grooves 303 to perform synchronous reverse displacement, one end of the two connecting rods 305 can be pulled at the same time, so as to change the angle of the two connecting rods 305 and pull or push the expansion space module 2 to slide relative to the container body 1. The expansion space module 2 can be extended and retracted.

[0031] Further, the driving mechanism comprises a bidirectional threaded rod 306. The side surface of each first connecting block 302 is provided with a threaded hole, and the two first connecting blocks 302 are connected with the two ends of the bidirectional threaded rod 306 through the threaded holes, respectively. One end of the bidirectional threaded rod 306 is rotatably installed on one end of the inner wall of the container body 1. The other end of the bidirectional threaded rod 306 is fixedly connected with one end of the output shaft of the driving motor 307. The driving motor 307 is fixedly installed on the other side of the inner wall of the container body 1.

[0032] The bidirectional threaded rod 306 is made of high-strength alloy steel, and the appropriate pitch and diameter are determined according to the moving stroke of the first connecting block 302 and the required thrust. A bearing seat is installed on the inner wall of one end of the container body 1 to rotatably support one end of the bidirectional threaded rod 306, and the other end is firmly connected with the output shaft of the driving motor 307 through a shaft coupling or the like. The driving motor 307 has a forward and reverse rotation function, and the forward and reverse rotation and speed of the motor can be controlled through a control panel or a remote controller, so as to accurately control the moving speed and position of the expansion space module 2. The automation of the push-pull control of the expansion space module 2 is realized, the convenience and efficiency of operation are improved, the labor intensity and error of manual operation are reduced, especially in some scenes with high requirements for space adjustment accuracy, which has a significant advantage, and the intelligent level of the entire expandable container is improved.

[0033] Working principle: in the normal transportation or non-expansion state, the turnover side plate 101 is closed and tightly connected with the container body 1 through the locking mechanism, to ensure the integrity and sealing of the overall structure. When the space needs to be expanded, the driving motor 307 is started, and the driving motor 307 drives the bidirectional threaded rod 306 to rotate. Since the two ends of the bidirectional threaded rod 306 are respectively connected with the two first connecting blocks 302 through threads, and the two first connecting blocks 302 are slidingly installed in the sliding groove 303 on the top inner wall of the container body 1, when the bidirectional threaded rod 306 rotates, the two first connecting blocks 302 will move towards or away from each other along the sliding groove 303. The first connecting block 302 is connected with the second connecting block 304 installed on the top inner wall of the expansion space module 2 through the connecting rod 305, so as to transmit power to the expansion space module 2. The sliding strip 103 at the bottom of the expansion space module 2 slides on the corresponding sliding rails on the inner wall at the bottom of the container body 1 and the side surface of the turnover side plate 101, and under the action of the push-pull control mechanism 3, the expansion space module 2 slides out from the inside of the container body 1 to the outside, realizing the expansion of the space. The entrance and exit door 203, the window 204 and the glass wall 205 and other structures on the expansion space module 2 jointly construct a relatively independent expansion space with complete functions, which meets different use requirements.

[0034] It should be noted that the specific model and specification of the driving motor 307 need to be determined according to the actual specifications of the device, and the specific selection calculation method adopts the existing technology in the art, so it will not be described in detail.

[0035] The power supply and principle of the driving motor 307 are clear to those skilled in the art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0036] The above merely describes preferred embodiments of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application can have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. An expandable container, characterized in that: It includes a container body, one side of which is rotatably connected to a flip side panel, an expansion space module is arranged inside the container body, corresponding slide rails are provided at both ends of the bottom inner wall of the container body and one side surface of the flip side panel, the bottom of the expansion space module is slidably connected to the two sets of slide rails, and a push-pull control mechanism is installed on one side of the top inner wall of the container body, and is connected to the expansion space module through the push-pull control mechanism.

2. The expandable container according to claim 1, wherein: A sealing rubber strip is provided on the peripheral edge of the flip side plate.

3. The expandable container according to claim 1, wherein: The flip side plate is provided with a locking mechanism that can be connected with the container body.

4. The expandable container according to claim 1, wherein: The expansion space module includes a C-shaped frame, a ceiling is fixedly installed on the top of the C-shaped frame, and sliding bars are fixedly installed at both ends of the bottom surface of the C-shaped frame. Each of the sliding bars is slidably connected to the corresponding sliding rail. At least one entry and exit door is rotatably installed on one side of the C-shaped frame, and at least one window is rotatably installed at both ends of the C-shaped frame. Several glass walls are embedded in the remaining space on the C-shaped frame.

5. The expandable container according to claim 1, wherein: Pads are fixedly installed at both ends of the other side surface of the slide rail.

6. The expandable container according to claim 1, wherein: The push-pull control mechanism includes a mounting plate and two first connecting blocks. The mounting plate is fixedly mounted on the top inner wall of the expansion space module. A slide groove is provided on one side of the top inner wall of the container body. The two first connecting blocks are slidably mounted in the slide groove. Two second connecting blocks are fixedly mounted on the surface of one side of the mounting plate. The first connecting block and the second connecting block located at the same end are rotatably connected to the two ends of the corresponding connecting rods, and the two first connecting blocks are both connected to the driving mechanism.

7. The expandable container according to claim 6, wherein: The driving mechanism includes a bidirectional threaded rod, and threaded holes are opened on one side surface of the two first connecting blocks, and are respectively connected to the two ends of the bidirectional threaded rod through the threaded holes. One end of the bidirectional threaded rod is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the container body, and the other end of the bidirectional threaded rod is fixedly connected to one end of the output shaft of the driving motor, and the driving motor is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the other side of the container body.