Multifunctional island platform

By designing a curved countertop, a height-adjustable movable countertop, a sliding power outlet, and an induction-activated baseboard, the design addresses the shortcomings of kitchen islands in terms of practicality and the risk of injury to users, achieving high safety, diverse functions, and convenient power supply.

CN223541592UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14ZHONGSHAN XINSHANCHUAN IND
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Application Number
CN202422823784.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-19
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-19

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Technical Problem

The existing kitchen islands have fixed functional modules, which are not practical enough. Users are also prone to injury during operation, and the power supply is inconvenient.

Method used

The platform is designed with an arc shape, and the movable platform can be raised and lowered. It is equipped with a sliding power socket and a sensor-activated illuminated baseboard to enhance safety and versatility.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the risk of user bumps and knocks, meets the needs of various usage scenarios, provides flexible power supply and lighting, and enhances the user experience.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of furniture, and provides a multifunctional island platform which comprises a platform body, an operation platform plate, a movable platform plate, a sliding type power socket and an induction type light-emitting skirting line, the operation platform plate is arranged on the top of the platform body, and the horizontal sections of the two ends of the operation platform plate in the length direction of the operation platform plate are both arc-shaped; the movable bedplate is arranged above one end of the operation bedplate in a liftable manner, and the horizontal section of the movable bedplate is circular; the sliding type power socket comprises a power rail and a socket adapter, the power rail is arranged on the operation table plate and extends in the length direction of the operation table plate, and the socket adapter is arranged on the power rail in a sliding mode in the length direction of the operation table plate and electrically connected with the power rail; the induction type light-emitting skirting line is arranged on the peripheral side face of the bottom of the table body. The multifunctional island platform is high in safety, diversified in function, high in practicability, convenient to use and beneficial to improving the use experience of a user.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of furniture technology, and more specifically, relates to a multifunctional island counter. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of lifestyles and the popularity of open kitchens, kitchen islands have entered many homes. Island designs are generally integrated with the overall kitchen and dining space, providing basic functionality for users' daily needs. Most islands are attached to kitchen cabinets, fulfilling simple storage and dining requirements. They come in a variety of styles, often cubic in shape, and offer a wider range of materials, including wood, sintered stone, and stainless steel.

[0003] However, existing kitchen islands are generally located in a relatively central position in the kitchen and dining space, which makes users prone to bumps and injuries during daily operations. In addition, the positions of each functional module of the kitchen island are fixed, making it difficult to support multiple usage scenarios and lacking practicality. For example, some kitchen islands selected for dining mode have their countertops fixed at a height suitable for dining, so they can only be used as dining tables, and are not very convenient for other operations. At the same time, the power socket adapter is generally located in a fixed position, which sometimes fails to meet the power supply needs during use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a multifunctional island counter to solve the technical problem that the positions of each functional module of the existing kitchen island counter are fixed, which is not practical and poses a risk of users being bumped and injured during use.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted in this application is as follows: A multifunctional island counter is provided, comprising: a counter body, an operating platform, a movable platform, a sliding power socket, and an inductively illuminated skirting board. The operating platform is disposed on the top of the counter body, and both ends of the operating platform have arc-shaped horizontal cross-sections along its length. The movable platform is vertically and flexibly disposed above one end of the operating platform, and its horizontal cross-section is circular. The sliding power socket includes a power rail and a socket adapter. The power rail is disposed on the operating platform and extends along the length of the operating platform. The socket adapter is slidably disposed on the power rail along the length of the operating platform and is electrically connected to the power rail. The inductively illuminated skirting board is disposed on the peripheral side of the bottom of the counter body.

[0006] Optionally, the multi-functional island also includes a stove, which is embedded in the worktable, and the upper surface of the stove is flush with the upper surface of the worktable.

[0007] Optionally, the multi-functional island also includes a seasoning storage box, which is fixedly mounted on the work surface.

[0008] Optionally, there may be multiple seasoning storage boxes, which are spaced apart along the length of the worktable.

[0009] Optionally, the operating table is provided with a mounting groove, and the multi-functional island also includes a fixing block. The fixing block is embedded in the mounting groove, and the power rail and the seasoning storage box are fixedly installed on the fixing block along the length direction of the operating table.

[0010] Optionally, there may be multiple socket adapters, which are distributed along the length of the operating platform.

[0011] Optionally, storage cabinets are provided at both ends of the platform, and the storage cabinets are located below the operating platform.

[0012] Optionally, the horizontal cross-section of the storage cabinet is arc-shaped.

[0013] Optionally, the storage cabinet includes multiple partitions, which are spaced apart in a vertical direction to form multiple storage compartments.

[0014] Optionally, the storage cabinet further includes a cabinet door, which is hinged to the platform.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the multifunctional island provided in this application are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the multifunctional island of this application greatly reduces the risk of users being injured by bumps and knocks by setting the horizontal cross-sections of both ends of the operating platform along its own length to be arc-shaped and the horizontal cross-section of the movable platform to be circular; by setting the movable platform to be heightably positioned above one end of the operating platform, users can adjust the movable platform to the target height according to their own needs; by setting a sliding power socket on the operating platform, the power supply needs of users for daily operation can be met; by setting the sensor-activated luminous skirting board on the periphery of the bottom of the platform, lighting needs are met and a better atmosphere is provided for users. Thus, the multifunctional island of this application is highly safe, versatile, practical, and easy to use, which helps to improve the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the multifunctional island platform provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of a multifunctional island platform provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a top view of the multifunctional island platform provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0021] 10. Platform;

[0022] 20. Control panel; 21. Mounting slot;

[0023] 30. Movable platform; 31. Lifting rod;

[0024] 40. Sliding power outlet; 41. Power rail; 42. Socket adapter;

[0025] 50. Sensor-activated illuminated skirting board;

[0026] 60. Stove;

[0027] 70. Seasoning storage box;

[0028] 80. Fixed block;

[0029] 90. Storage cabinet; 91. Shelf; 92. Storage compartment; 93. Cabinet door. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0031] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0032] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0033] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0035] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0036] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 3 The multifunctional island platform provided in the embodiments of this application will now be described.

[0037] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The multifunctional island includes: a platform body 10, an operating platform 20, a movable platform 30, a sliding power socket 40, and an induction-activated illuminated skirting board 50. The operating platform 20 is located on the top of the platform body 10, and the horizontal cross-sections at both ends of the operating platform 20 along its length are arc-shaped. The movable platform 30 is vertically mounted above one end of the operating platform 20, and the horizontal cross-section of the movable platform 30 is circular. The sliding power socket 40 includes a power rail 41 and a socket adapter 42. The power rail 41 is located on the operating platform 20 and extends along the length of the operating platform 20. The socket adapter 42 is slidably mounted on the power rail 41 along the length of the operating platform 20 and is electrically connected to the power rail 41. The induction-activated illuminated skirting board 50 is located on the peripheral side of the bottom of the platform body 10.

[0038] The multifunctional island provided in this application has at least the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0039] 1. By making the horizontal cross-sections of both ends of the worktable 20 along its length arc-shaped and the horizontal cross-section of the movable tabletop 30 circular, the island's shape is made smoother, reducing sharp edges and providing better protection for users. This significantly reduces the risk of users being bumped and injured during use. Simultaneously, it allows for more space in the kitchen and dining area, making the entire space more spacious and improving the user's ease of movement. Furthermore, existing kitchen islands are mostly cubic in shape, resulting in a rather monotonous form. This application, by making the horizontal cross-sections of both ends of the worktable 20 along its length arc-shaped and the horizontal cross-section of the movable tabletop 30 circular, enriches the island's form, making its appearance more concise and elegant. It incorporates curved elements into the square and straight lines of the kitchen and dining space, enriching the overall spatial design.

[0040] 2. By vertically adjusting the movable platform 30 above one end of the operating platform 20, the height of the movable platform 30 is adjustable. Within a preset height range, users can adjust the movable platform 30 to their target height according to their needs, giving the island counter multiple operational possibilities and meeting the needs of various applicable scenarios, thus improving the user experience. For example, when dining, users can adjust the movable platform 30 to a comfortable dining height; when chatting, users can lower the height of the movable platform 30, turning it into a small bar counter, suitable for diverse scenarios such as dining and socializing. Furthermore, by installing a sliding power socket 40 on the operating platform 20, users can slide the power adapter along the length of the operating platform 20 on the power rail 41 to adjust the position of the power adapter. Within a preset distance range, this provides convenience for power connections at different distances, offering convenience during cooking and meeting the power supply needs of daily operations. It is also more aesthetically pleasing and high-end than traditional power strip boxes. In this way, the combination of the movable tabletop 30 and the sliding power socket 40 enables the island to become multifunctional, which helps to improve the practicality of the island.

[0041] 3. By installing sensor-activated illuminated baseboards 50 on the periphery of the bottom of the island counter 10, the sensor-activated illuminated baseboards 50 can automatically emit light when the user approaches the island counter or operates on the island counter, providing lighting for the user's needs and creating a better atmosphere. This high level of intelligence enhances the user experience. Furthermore, the sensor-activated illuminated baseboards 50 also improve the aesthetics of the island counter.

[0042] Understandably, the multi-functional island of this application is highly secure, versatile, practical, and easy to use, which helps to improve the user experience.

[0043] In one embodiment of this application, the multifunctional island platform further includes a lifting driver and a lifting rod. The lifting driver is disposed inside the platform body 10, the bottom of the lifting rod is connected to the lifting driver, the lifting rod is movably inserted through the operating platform 20, and the top of the lifting rod is connected to the bottom of the movable platform 30. The lifting driver drives the movable platform 30 to perform lifting and lowering movements through the lifting rod.

[0044] Alternatively, the lifting drive can be a motor assembly, etc.

[0045] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The multi-functional island also includes a cooktop 60, which is embedded in the worktable 20, and the upper surface of the cooktop 60 is flush with the upper surface of the worktable 20.

[0046] By embedding the cooktop 60 within the worktable 20, with its upper surface flush with the upper surface of the worktable 20, the cooktop 60 is concealed. This reduces the space occupied by the cooktop 60 above the worktable 20, providing users with a more spacious daily operating area. Furthermore, the concealed cooktop 60, integrated with the worktable 20, makes the upper surface of the worktable 20 neater and more aesthetically pleasing. Additionally, the cooktop 60 also enhances the functionality of the worktable area.

[0047] Optionally, the cooktop 60 is an induction cooktop.

[0048] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The multi-functional island also includes a seasoning storage box 70, which is fixedly installed on the worktable 20.

[0049] The seasoning storage box 70 is used to hold the seasonings needed for cooking, providing convenience for users during the cooking process. By fixing the seasoning storage box 70 to the work surface 20, the seasoning storage box 70 can be stably fixed to the work surface 20, effectively avoiding potential risks to users during operation, such as mixing them up or tipping them over.

[0050] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 3 There are multiple seasoning storage boxes 70, which are spaced apart along the length of the worktable 20. By setting up multiple seasoning storage boxes 70, a variety of different seasonings can be stored.

[0051] Optionally, the number of seasonings is three, and the three seasoning storage boxes 70 are spaced apart along the length of the worktable 20.

[0052] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The operating table 20 is provided with an installation groove 21. The multi-functional island also includes a fixing block 80, which is embedded in the installation groove 21. The power rail 41 and the seasoning storage box 70 are fixedly installed on the fixing block 80 along the length of the operating table 20.

[0053] The mounting groove 21 is a strip-shaped groove that extends along the length of the operating platform 20, and the fixing block 80 is a strip-shaped block that is fitted into the mounting groove 21 in a suitable manner along the length of the operating platform 20.

[0054] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 3There are multiple socket adapters 42, which are distributed along the length of the control panel 20. By setting multiple socket adapters 42, various power supply needs can be met simultaneously, which helps to improve the user experience.

[0055] Optionally, the number of socket adapters 42 is three, and the three socket adapters 42 are distributed along the length of the operating table 20.

[0056] The sensor-activated illuminated skirting board 50 is ring-shaped and surrounds the platform 10.

[0057] Optionally, there are two inductively illuminated skirting boards 50, which are spaced apart along the length of the platform 10.

[0058] In one embodiment of this application, the inductive luminous skirting board 50 includes a profile plate, a light-transmitting panel, a light strip, and multiple sensors. Both the profile plate and the light-transmitting panel are annular. The profile plate is fixedly connected to the top peripheral side of the platform 10. The light-transmitting panel is connected to the profile plate. The light strip is fixed between the profile plate and the light-transmitting panel. Multiple sensors are fixed between the profile plate and the light-transmitting panel, and the sensors are spaced apart circumferentially along the profile plate. Optionally, the light-transmitting panel is an acrylic sheet.

[0059] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 Storage cabinets 90 are provided at both ends of the table body 10, and the storage cabinets 90 are located below the worktable 20. By providing storage cabinets 90 at both ends of the table body 10, the storage cabinets 90 are used to store items, which helps to increase the functionality of the island and makes the island more practical.

[0060] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The horizontal cross-section of the storage cabinet 90 is rounded. By making the horizontal cross-section of the storage cabinet 90 rounded, the sharp edges of the storage cabinet 90 are reduced, which provides better protection for the user.

[0061] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 2 The storage cabinet 90 includes multiple shelves 91, which are spaced apart vertically to form multiple storage compartments 92. By setting multiple storage compartments 92, items can be stored according to their categories, which also helps to improve the space utilization of the storage cabinet 90.

[0062] Optionally, the number of partitions 91 is three, and the three partitions 91 are arranged at intervals in the vertical direction to form three storage compartments 92.

[0063] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 2The storage cabinet 90 also includes a cabinet door 93, which is hinged to the countertop 10. The cabinet door 93 serves to conceal items placed inside the cabinet, protecting them and enhancing the aesthetics of the island. Because the cabinet door 93 is hinged to the countertop 10, the cabinet door 93 can be opened and closed by rotating it relative to the countertop 10, making it easy to operate.

[0064] Optionally, each storage cabinet 90 includes two cabinet doors 93.

[0065] Optionally, cabinet door 93 can be round.

[0066] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A multifunctional island platform, characterized in that, include: The platform comprises a body, an operating platform, a movable platform, a sliding power socket, and an inductively illuminated baseboard. The operating platform is located on top of the body, and both ends of the operating platform have arc-shaped horizontal cross-sections along its length. The movable platform is vertically mounted above one end of the operating platform, and its horizontal cross-section is circular. The sliding power socket includes a power rail and a socket adapter. The power rail is located on the operating platform and extends along its length. The socket adapter is slidably mounted on the power rail along the length of the operating platform and is electrically connected to the power rail. The inductively illuminated baseboard is located on the peripheral side of the bottom of the body.

2. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The multi-functional island also includes a stove, which is embedded in the worktable, and the upper surface of the stove is flush with the upper surface of the worktable.

3. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The multifunctional island also includes a seasoning storage box, which is fixedly mounted on the work surface.

4. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The number of seasoning storage boxes is multiple, and the multiple seasoning storage boxes are spaced apart along the length of the operating table.

5. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The operating table is provided with a mounting groove, and the multi-functional island also includes a fixing block. The fixing block is embedded in the mounting groove, and the power rail and the seasoning storage box are fixedly installed on the fixing block along the length of the operating table.

6. The multifunctional island platform as described in any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The number of socket adapters is multiple, and the multiple socket adapters are distributed along the length direction of the operating table.

7. The multifunctional island platform as described in any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: Storage cabinets are provided at both ends of the platform, and the storage cabinets are located below the operating platform.

8. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The horizontal cross-section of the storage cabinet is arc-shaped.

9. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The storage cabinet includes multiple partitions, which are spaced apart vertically to form multiple storage compartments.

10. The multifunctional island platform as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The storage cabinet also includes a cabinet door, which is hinged to the platform.