Foldable clothes hanger

Abstract

The utility model discloses a foldable clothes hanger which comprises at least two groups of supporting structures which are oppositely arranged at intervals along a first horizontal direction; the horizontal distance adjusting assembly is located between the two sets of supporting structures, and the two horizontal opposite sides of the horizontal distance adjusting assembly are connected with one set of supporting structures correspondingly so that the two sets of supporting structures can get close to each other or get away from each other in the first horizontal direction; the supporting end of the airing rod is movably connected with one group of supporting structures to form a movable joint, the airing rod can swing relative to the movable joint, and the separable end of the airing rod is detachably connected with the other group of supporting structures; when the airing rods are in the unfolded state, the supporting ends of the airing rods and the separable ends of the airing rods are connected with the two supporting structures in a one-to-one correspondence mode; when the airing rods are in the folded state, the separable ends are separated from the corresponding supporting structures, and the airing rods and the supporting structures are distributed in the first horizontal direction. After being folded, the folding bed is small in size and convenient to transport and store.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of clothes drying rack technology, and in particular to a foldable clothes drying rack. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing popularity of foldable clothes racks, which are easier to unfold and fold compared to traditional clothes racks, they are more favored by the market.

[0003] However, current foldable clothes racks are still quite large when folded, thus requiring a lot of space and making them inconvenient to transport and store. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable clothes rack, which is small in size after folding, making it convenient for transportation and storage.

[0005] The objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] Foldable clothes rack, including:

[0007] At least two sets of support structures are provided, which are spaced apart and opposite to each other along a first horizontal direction. Each support structure includes an upper support rod, a middle support base, and a lower leg rod arranged sequentially along the direction of gravity. The lower leg rod is connected to and supports the middle support base. The middle support base has a vertical through hole and a support portion. When the upper support rod is in a first state, the bottom of the upper support rod abuts against the support portion. When the upper support rod is in a second state, the upper support rod is slidably connected to the vertical through hole.

[0008] A horizontal distance adjustment component is located between the two sets of support structures. The horizontally opposite sides of the horizontal distance adjustment component are respectively connected to one of the sets of support structures, so that the two sets of support structures can move closer to or further away from each other along a first horizontal direction.

[0009] A drying rack, the two ends of which are respectively supported by one of the supporting structures.

[0010] Furthermore, the support end of the drying rod is movably connected to one of the support structures to form a movable connection, and the drying rod can swing relative to the movable connection. The detachable end of the drying rod is detachably connected to another set of support structures.

[0011] When the drying rack is in the unfolded state, the supporting end and the detachable end of the drying rack are respectively connected to the two sets of supporting structures in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0012] When the drying rod is in a folded state, the detachable end is separated from the corresponding support structure, and the drying rod and the support structure are distributed along a first horizontal direction.

[0013] Furthermore, when the drying rod is in a folded state, the detachable end is separated from the corresponding support structure, and the drying rod and the support structure are distributed along a first horizontal direction, with the drying rod located between the two sets of support structures.

[0014] Furthermore, the support end of the drying rod is pivotally connected to the movable connection.

[0015] Furthermore, another set of the support structures is provided with a slot, and the detachable end of the drying rod is engaged with the slot.

[0016] Furthermore, the vertical through hole is provided with a first vertical section and a first inclined section that are spaced apart and interconnected in the horizontal direction; when the bottom of the upper support rod is located in the first inclined section, the bottom of the upper support rod abuts against the upper part of the support; when the bottom of the upper support rod is located in the first vertical section, the bottom of the upper support rod is separated from the support.

[0017] Furthermore, the central support base is provided with a downward-facing mounting hole. The lower mounting hole is provided with a second vertical section and a second inclined section that are spaced apart and interconnected in the horizontal direction. The top of the lower leg is inserted into the lower mounting hole and pivotally connected to the central support base, so that the top of the lower leg can switch between a third state that engages with the second vertical section and a fourth state that engages with the second inclined section.

[0018] Furthermore, the support structure is provided with at least two upper support rods, and the middle support base is provided with at least two vertical through holes, with the two upper support rods corresponding to the two vertical through holes; the support structure is provided with at least two lower leg rods, and the two lower mounting holes are provided with at least two lower mounting holes, with the two lower leg rods corresponding to the two lower mounting holes; the drying rod is provided with multiple rods, and the two ends of each drying rod are respectively connected to one of the upper support rods belonging to different groups of the support structure.

[0019] Furthermore, the support end of the drying rod is connected to a first extension rod, which is telescopically connected to the support end; the detachable end of the drying rod is connected to a second extension rod, which is telescopically connected to the detachable end.

[0020] Furthermore, the horizontal distance adjustment assembly includes two cross rods, the middle of which are pivotally connected to each other. One end of each cross rod is pivotally connected to one of the support structures, and the other end of each cross rod is pivotally connected to a slider, which is slidably connected to the other support structure.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] 1. Based on two sets of support structures set apart and opposite each other along the first horizontal direction, and the distance is adjusted by the horizontal distance adjustment component, the foldable clothes rack is suitable for storage and transportation when the two sets of support structures are close to each other.

[0023] 2. The support structure includes an upper support rod, a middle support base, and a lower leg rod arranged sequentially along the direction of gravity. The lower leg rod is connected to and supports the middle support base. The middle support base has a vertical through hole and a support part. When the upper support rod is in a first state, its bottom abuts against the support part. When the upper support rod is in a second state, it is slidably connected to the vertical through hole. Because the middle support base is supported by the lower leg rod and has a distance from the ground, the upper support rod can slide downward relative to the vertical through hole to approach the ground or even touch the ground. This results in the upper support rod being placed vertically, but its highest horizontal point drops sharply. Consequently, when the drying rack is folded, the overall height of the foldable clothes rack is relatively low, making it easy to pack, transport, and store. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the foldable clothes rack of this utility model; at this time, the foldable clothes rack is in the unfolded state;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion at point A;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A rendering of a foldable clothes rack in the process of being folded.

[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The image shows the fully folded effect of the foldable clothes rack.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Support structure; 11. Upper support rod; 111. Slot; 12. Middle support base; 121. Vertical through hole; 1211. First vertical section; 1212. First inclined section; 122. Support part; 123. Lower mounting hole; 1231. Second vertical section; 1232. Second inclined section; 13. Lower foot rod; 2. Horizontal distance adjustment component; 21. Cross rod; 3. Drying rod; 31. Support end; 32. Separable end; 4. Movable connection; 5. First extension rod; 6. Second extension rod; 7. Slider. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0031] It should be noted that when an element is described as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly attached to the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is described as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementations.

[0032] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the specification of the invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0033] See Figures 1-5 , Figure 1 The foldable clothes rack is in the unfolded state. Figure 4 The foldable clothes rack is in the process of being folded. Figure 5 The foldable clothes rack is in its fully folded state.

[0034] See Figures 1-5 A preferred embodiment of the foldable clothes rack of this utility model includes:

[0035] At least two sets of support structures 1 are arranged at intervals and opposite to each other along a first horizontal direction;

[0036] A horizontal distance adjustment component 2 is located between two sets of support structures 1. The horizontally opposite sides of the horizontal distance adjustment component 2 are respectively connected to one of the sets of support structures 1, so that the two sets of support structures 1 can move closer to each other or further away from each other along a first horizontal direction. When the two sets of support structures 1 are far apart, the foldable clothes rack is suitable for drying clothes. When the two sets of support structures 1 are close together, the foldable clothes rack is suitable for storage and transportation.

[0037] The drying rod 3 has a support end 31 that is movably connected to one of the support structures 1 to form a movable connection 4, and the drying rod 3 can swing relative to the movable connection 4. The detachable end 32 of the drying rod 3 is detachably connected to another set of support structures 1.

[0038] When the drying rod 3 is in the unfolded state, the support end 31 and the detachable end 32 of the drying rod 3 are respectively connected to the two sets of support structures 1 in a one-to-one correspondence, so that the drying rod 3 can be used to dry clothes.

[0039] When the drying rod 3 is in the folded state, the detachable end 32 is separated from the corresponding support structure 1, and the drying rod 3 and the support structure 1 are distributed along the first horizontal direction. This allows the support end 31 of the drying rod 3 to swing to a vertical state while maintaining its connection with the corresponding support structure 1, thereby reducing the size of the foldable clothes rack in the first direction. This responds to the shortening function of the horizontal distance adjustment component 2, reducing the size of the foldable clothes rack in the first direction. As a result, the foldable clothes rack is suitable for transportation and storage after folding.

[0040] Obviously, based on the two sets of support structures 1 being spaced apart and opposite each other along the first horizontal direction, and the distance being adjusted by the horizontal distance adjustment component 2, the foldable clothes rack is suitable for storage and transportation when the two sets of support structures 1 are close to each other. The support end 31 of the drying rod 3 is movably connected to one of the support structures 1 to form a movable connection 4, and the drying rod 3 can swing relative to the movable connection 4. The detachable end 32 of the drying rod 3 is detachably connected to the other set of support structures 1, so that the drying rod 3 can be used to dry clothes when unfolded. When the drying rod 3 is in the folded state, the support end 31 of the drying rod 3, while maintaining its connection with the corresponding support structure 1, can swing to a vertical state to reduce the size of the foldable clothes rack in the first direction, i.e., responding to the shortening function of the horizontal distance adjustment component 2, so that the size of the foldable clothes rack in the first direction is reduced, thus making the foldable clothes rack suitable for transportation and storage after folding.

[0041] In one embodiment, when the drying rod 3 is in a folded state, the detachable end 32 is separated from the corresponding support structure 1, and the drying rod 3 and the support structure 1 are distributed along a first horizontal direction, with the drying rod 3 located between two sets of support structures 1. This arrangement prevents the drying rod 3 from switching from a folded state to an unfolded state after the support structures 1 move closer together, thus ensuring the foldable clothes rack remains stably in the folded state. In other embodiments, when the drying rod 3 is in a folded state, the detachable end 32 is separated from the corresponding support structure 1, and the drying rod 3, the support structure 1, and the other set of support structures 1 are sequentially distributed along a first horizontal direction.

[0042] In one embodiment, the support end 31 of the drying rod 3 is pivotally connected to the movable connection 4. This pivoting method ensures that the swing trajectory of the drying rod 3 is fixed, thus preventing it from wobbling during the transition from the unfolded to the folded state and improving the efficiency of the folding process of the foldable clothes rack. In other embodiments, the support end 31 of the drying rod 3 is hinged to the movable connection 4.

[0043] In one embodiment, another set of the support structures 1 is provided with a slot 111, and the detachable end 32 of the drying rod 3 engages with the slot 111. This arrangement makes the engagement and disengagement of the drying rod 3 from the support structure 1 relatively easy, allowing the user to quickly install and remove the drying rod 3. In other embodiments, the drying rod 3 can be fixed to the other set of support structures 1 by magnetic connection, screw fixing, or other methods.

[0044] In one embodiment, the support structure 1 includes an upper support rod 11, a middle support base 12, and a lower leg 13 arranged sequentially along the direction of gravity. The lower leg 13 is connected to and supports the middle support base 12. The middle support base 12 has a vertical through hole 121 and a support portion 122. When the upper support rod 11 is in a first state, the bottom of the upper support rod 11 abuts against the support portion 122. When the upper support rod 11 is in a second state, the upper support rod 11 is slidably connected to the vertical through hole 121. Because the middle support base 12 is supported by the lower leg 13 and thus has a distance from the ground, the upper support rod 11 can slide downwards relative to the vertical through hole 121 to approach the ground or even touch it. This results in the upper support rod 11, although placed vertically, having a sharply lower highest point. Consequently, when the drying rod 3 is folded, the overall height of the foldable clothes rack is relatively low, facilitating packing, transportation, and storage. It can be understood that the drying rod 3 can also be a telescopic rod structure, or it can be detachably attached to both ends of the two support structures.

[0045] In one embodiment, the vertical through hole 121 has a first vertical segment 1211 and a first inclined segment 1212 that are horizontally spaced and interconnected. The first vertical segment 1211 extends along the direction of gravity, and the first inclined segment 1212 forms a non-zero angle with respect to the direction of gravity. When the bottom of the upper support rod 11 is located at the first inclined segment 1212, the bottom of the upper support rod 11 abuts against the upper part of the support portion 122. When the bottom of the upper support rod 11 is located at the first vertical segment 1211, the bottom of the upper support rod 11 is separated from the support portion 122. With this configuration, the upper support rod 11 is supported by the first inclined segment 1212 and the support portion 122, allowing it to be stably in the first state. When it is necessary to switch the upper support rod 11 from the first state to the second state, it is only necessary to mate the upper support rod 11 with the vertical through hole 121. The switching process is relatively simple, and there is no need to remove the upper support rod 11 from the middle support base 12 and reinstall it. In other embodiments, the vertical through hole 121 can be fitted with a locking screw to lock the upper support rod 11, or the vertical through hole 121 can be locked with a clamping mechanism so that its height can be reduced after the upper support rod 11 is released.

[0046] In one embodiment, the central support base 12 has a downward-facing mounting hole 123. The mounting hole 123 has a second vertical segment 1231 and a second inclined segment 1232 that are horizontally spaced and interconnected. The second vertical segment 1231 extends along the direction of gravity, and the second inclined segment 1232 forms a non-zero angle with respect to the direction of gravity. The top of the lower leg 13 is inserted into the mounting hole 123 and pivotally connected to the central support base 12, so that the top of the lower leg 13 can switch between a third state cooperating with the second vertical segment 1231 and a fourth state cooperating with the second inclined segment 1232. With this configuration, the lower leg 13 has a folded state (i.e., the third state) and an unfolded state (i.e., the fourth state). When the lower leg 13 is in the folded state, the foldable clothes rack is smaller in size, making it easier to pack, transport, and store.

[0047] In one embodiment, the support structure 1 has at least two upper support rods 11, and the middle support base 12 has at least two vertical through holes 121, with the two upper support rods 11 corresponding to the two vertical through holes 121; the support structure 1 has at least two lower leg rods 13, and at least two lower mounting holes 123, with the two lower leg rods 13 corresponding to the two lower mounting holes 123; multiple drying rods 3 are provided, with each drying rod 3 having its two ends respectively connected to one of the upper support rods 11 belonging to a different group of the support structure 1. This arrangement makes the overall structure of the support structure 1 more stable, and its size is smaller when folded.

[0048] In one embodiment, in order to increase the drying space of the drying rod 3, a first extension rod 5 is connected to the support end 31 of the drying rod 3, and the first extension rod 5 is telescopically connected to the support end 31 (e.g., plug-in or threaded connection); a second extension rod 6 is connected to the detachable end 32 of the drying rod 3, and the second extension rod 6 is telescopically connected to the detachable end 32 (e.g., plug-in or threaded connection).

[0049] In one embodiment, the horizontal distance adjustment assembly 2 includes two intersecting rods 21, the middle portions of which are pivotally connected. One end of each intersecting rod 21 is pivotally connected to one of the supporting structures 1, and the other end of each intersecting rod 21 is pivotally connected to a slider 7, which is slidably connected to the other supporting structure 1. In other embodiments, the horizontal distance adjustment assembly 2 may be a telescopic rod structure.

[0050] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A foldable clothes drying rack, characterized in that, include: At least two sets of support structures are provided, which are spaced apart and opposite to each other along a first horizontal direction. Each support structure includes an upper support rod, a middle support base, and a lower leg rod arranged sequentially along the direction of gravity. The lower leg rod is connected to and supports the middle support base. The middle support base has a vertical through hole and a support portion. When the upper support rod is in a first state, the bottom of the upper support rod abuts against the support portion. When the upper support rod is in a second state, the upper support rod is slidably connected to the vertical through hole. A horizontal distance adjustment component is located between the two sets of support structures. The horizontally opposite sides of the horizontal distance adjustment component are respectively connected to one of the sets of support structures, so that the two sets of support structures can move closer to or further away from each other along a first horizontal direction. A drying rack, the two ends of which are respectively supported by one of the supporting structures.

2. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The support end of the drying rod is movably connected to one of the support structures to form a movable connection, and the drying rod can swing relative to the movable connection. The detachable end of the drying rod is detachably connected to another set of support structures. When the drying rack is in the unfolded state, the supporting end and the detachable end of the drying rack are respectively connected to the two sets of supporting structures in a one-to-one correspondence. When the drying rod is in a folded state, the detachable end is separated from the corresponding support structure, and the drying rod and the support structure are distributed along a first horizontal direction.

3. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 2, characterized in that, When the drying rod is in a folded state, the detachable end is separated from the corresponding support structure, and the drying rod and the support structure are distributed along a first horizontal direction, with the drying rod located between the two sets of support structures.

4. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The support end of the drying rod is pivotally connected to the movable connection.

5. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 3, characterized in that, Another set of the support structures is provided with a slot, and the detachable end of the drying rod is engaged with the slot.

6. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The vertical through hole has a first vertical section and a first inclined section that are spaced apart and interconnected in the horizontal direction; when the bottom of the upper support rod is located in the first inclined section, the bottom of the upper support rod abuts against the upper part of the support; when the bottom of the upper support rod is located in the first vertical section, the bottom of the upper support rod is separated from the support.

7. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The central support base has a downward-facing mounting hole. The lower mounting hole has a second vertical section and a second inclined section that are spaced apart and interconnected in the horizontal direction. The top of the lower leg is inserted into the lower mounting hole and pivotally connected to the central support base, so that the top of the lower leg can switch between a third state that engages with the second vertical section and a fourth state that engages with the second inclined section.

8. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The support structure has at least two upper support rods, and the middle support base has at least two vertical through holes, with the two upper support rods corresponding to the two vertical through holes; the support structure has at least two lower leg rods, and the two lower mounting holes corresponding to the two lower mounting holes; the drying rod has multiple rods, with each end of the drying rod connected to one of the upper support rods belonging to a different group of the support structure.

9. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting end of the drying rod is connected to a first extension rod, which is telescopically connected to the supporting end; the detachable end of the drying rod is connected to a second extension rod, which is telescopically connected to the detachable end.

10. The foldable clothes rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The horizontal distance adjustment assembly includes two cross rods, which are pivotally connected at their middle parts. One end of each cross rod is pivotally connected to one of the support structures, and the other end of each cross rod is pivotally connected to a slider, which is slidably connected to the other support structure.

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