Water bottle cage

Abstract

The utility model discloses a water bottle cage which comprises a base and further comprises a limiting plate movably connected with the base, a connecting rod is arranged between the base and the limiting plate, the first end of the connecting rod is hinged to the base, the second end of the connecting rod is hinged to the limiting plate, and a containing space is formed between the limiting plate and the base. The limiting plate gets close to or away from the base through the connecting rod, and the containing space becomes larger when the limiting plate gets away from the base and becomes smaller when the limiting plate gets close to the base. An elastic piece is arranged between the connecting rod and the base and acts on the connecting rod so that the limiting plate can always have the trend of moving towards the direction close to the base. According to the water bottle cage, the size of the containing space can be reduced or enlarged through the cooperation of the base, the connecting rod and the limiting plate, so that the water bottle cage can be suitable for containing water bottles, water cups, mineral water bottles, coffee cups and the like of different sizes, the using feeling of a user is improved, the containing space can be self-adaptive to the water bottles in the using process, and using convenience is high.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] A bottle holder is an item used to hold water bottles. Bottle holders are usually installed on the vehicle body, and water bottles are placed in the bottle holder so that passengers can replenish their water at any time.

[0003] Currently, there are two main types of water bottle holders: fixed and adjustable. Fixed water bottle holders can only hold water bottles of a fixed size. If the water bottle is too large, it may not fit in the holder; if the water bottle is too small, it may fall off the holder, thus causing inconvenience. Another type is the adjustable bottle holder, such as the one disclosed in Chinese Utility Model Patent (Announcement No.: CN217864492U). This type uses a rotating drive disc to move L-shaped side panels toward or away from the center of the annular base, allowing all L-shaped side panels to move synchronously closer or further apart, suitable for holding water bottles of different sizes. Another example is a conveniently adjustable bicycle cup holder disclosed in Chinese Utility Model Patent (Announcement No.: CN220076557U), which uses a butterfly-shaped locking sleeve that intermittently contacts the sleeve rod, generating a twist that drives a locking ratchet to rotate. When the butterfly-shaped locking sleeve disengages from the sliding sleeve, the locking ratchet rotates freely on the outer wall of the sleeve rod, thus moving the rack belt and accommodating water bottles of different sizes. While the aforementioned existing technologies can all accommodate water bottles of different sizes, they all suffer from the disadvantage of having relatively complex adjustment structures.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to improve the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problem that the adjustment structure of the existing kettle rack is relatively complicated, and to propose a kettle rack.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A kettle rack includes a base and a limiting plate movably connected to the base. A connecting rod is provided between the base and the limiting plate. A first end of the connecting rod is hinged to the base, and a second end of the connecting rod is hinged to the limiting plate. An accommodating space is formed between the limiting plate and the base. The limiting plate moves closer to or away from the base via the connecting rod. The accommodating space increases as the limiting plate moves away from the base and decreases as the limiting plate moves closer to the base. An elastic element is provided between the connecting rod and the base. The elastic element acts on the connecting rod so that the limiting plate always tends to move closer to the base.

[0008] Furthermore, the elastic element is a torsion spring, with the first end of the torsion spring abutting against the base and the second end of the torsion spring abutting against the connecting rod.

[0009] Furthermore, the first end of the connecting rod is provided with a U-shaped part, the U-shaped part is fixedly provided with an anti-rotation sleeve, the anti-rotation sleeve is provided with a first slot, and the second end of the torsion spring is engaged in the first slot; the base is provided with a second slot, and the first end of the torsion spring is engaged in the second slot.

[0010] Furthermore, the second end of the connecting rod is provided with a bend gripper, and the two sides of the limiting plate are provided with connecting holes for cooperating with the bend gripper.

[0011] Furthermore, the base is connected to a cover plate, and the U-shaped part of the connecting rod is installed in the mounting cavity formed by the base and the cover plate. The base is provided with a first opening groove for the connecting rod to pass through, and the cover plate is provided with a second opening groove for the connecting rod to pass through. The first opening groove and the second opening groove are arranged facing each other. The cover plate is provided with a protrusion for sealing the opening of the first opening groove.

[0012] Furthermore, the base has a back plate and a bottom plate perpendicular to the back plate, the back plate has a first arc-shaped surface, and the bottom plate is used to support the kettle.

[0013] Furthermore, the base has mounting holes on its back plate, and the base is mounted to the vehicle body via these mounting holes.

[0014] Furthermore, the limiting plate has a second arc-shaped surface, the first arc-shaped surface and the second arc-shaped surface are arranged facing each other, and the top end of the second arc-shaped surface is provided with an outwardly extending flared portion.

[0015] Furthermore, the upper and lower ends of the limiting plate are respectively connected to connecting rods.

[0016] Furthermore, it also includes a positioning and tracking device installed in the mounting cavity, and the base is provided with a mounting slot for installing the positioning and tracking device.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model after adopting the above structure are as follows:

[0018] (1) The kettle rack of the present invention includes a base and a limiting plate movably connected to the base. A connecting rod is provided between the base and the limiting plate. The first end of the connecting rod is hinged to the base, and the second end of the connecting rod is hinged to the limiting plate. An accommodating space is formed between the limiting plate and the base. The limiting plate moves closer to or away from the base through the connecting rod. The accommodating space increases as the limiting plate moves away from the base and decreases as the limiting plate moves closer to the base. An elastic element is provided between the connecting rod and the base. The elastic element acts on the connecting rod so that the limiting plate always has a tendency to move closer to the base. This utility model, through the cooperation of the base, connecting rod, and limiting plate, can reduce or expand the size of the accommodating space, thus making the kettle rack suitable for holding kettles, cups, mineral water bottles, coffee cups, etc. of different sizes, thereby improving the user experience. Furthermore, the accommodating space adapts to the kettle; simply insert the kettle into the accommodating space through the flared end, and the limiting plate moves to a secure position under the linkage of the connecting rod and torsion spring. Users can easily place or retrieve kettles with just one hand, making it highly convenient to use.

[0019] (2) The water bottle holder of this utility model further includes a positioning and tracking device installed in the mounting cavity, and the base is provided with a mounting groove for installing the positioning and tracking device. By setting a mounting groove on the base and installing the positioning and tracking device in the mounting groove, the water bottle holder is equipped with a positioning function. Users can obtain the real-time location information of the water bottle holder in a timely manner through a mobile phone or other terminal connected to the positioning and tracking device. In this way, the water bottle holder can be found more quickly if it is lost. If the vehicle body used to install the water bottle holder is lost along with the water bottle holder, the vehicle body used to install the water bottle holder can be found at the same time through the positioning and tracking device. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model. Figure 3 ;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model. Figure 4 ;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the base, connecting rod, and torsion spring of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the torsion spring, anti-rotation sleeve, and connecting rod of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the base of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the base of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the limiting plate of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 10 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the cover plate of this utility model.

[0031] Figures 1 to 10 The winning number is:

[0032] 1. Base; 11. Second slot; 12. First opening slot; 13. Back plate; 131. First arc-shaped surface; 132. Mounting hole; 14. Base plate; 15. Mounting groove; 2. Limiting plate; 21. Connecting hole; 22. Second arc-shaped surface; 221. Flared part; 3. Connecting rod; 31. U-shaped part; 32. Bending grip part; 4. Accommodating space; 5. Torsion spring; 6. Anti-rotation sleeve; 61. First slot; 7. Cover plate; 71. Second opening slot; 72. Protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model 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 utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that if terms such as "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc. appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0035] 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 with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, the term "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0036] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly 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 explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the use of descriptions such as "above" or "below" the second feature indicates that the first and second features are in direct contact, or indirect contact via 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. Similarly, "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.

[0038] It should be noted that if 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. If 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. If so, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this invention are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0039] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other. The present utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown, a kettle rack includes a base 1 and a limiting plate 2 movably connected to the base 1. A connecting rod 3 is provided between the base 1 and the limiting plate 2. The first end of the connecting rod 3 is hinged to the base 1, and the second end of the connecting rod 3 is hinged to the limiting plate 2. An accommodating space 4 is formed between the limiting plate 2 and the base 1. The limiting plate 2 moves closer to or further away from the base 1 via the connecting rod 3. The accommodating space 4 increases as the limiting plate 2 moves away from the base 1 and decreases as the limiting plate 2 moves closer to the base 1. An elastic element is provided between the connecting rod 3 and the base 1. The elastic element acts on the connecting rod 3 so that the limiting plate 2 always tends to move closer to the base 1.

[0041] Based on the above embodiments, the present invention aims to provide a kettle rack, including a base 1 and a limiting plate 2 movably connected to the base 1. A connecting rod 3 is provided between the base 1 and the limiting plate 2. The first end of the connecting rod 3 is hinged to the base 1, and the second end of the connecting rod 3 is hinged to the limiting plate 2. An accommodating space 4 is formed between the limiting plate 2 and the base 1. The limiting plate 2 moves closer to or further away from the base 1 via the connecting rod 3. The accommodating space 4 increases as the limiting plate 2 moves away from the base 1 and decreases as the limiting plate 2 moves closer to the base 1. An elastic element is provided between the connecting rod 3 and the base 1. The elastic element acts on the connecting rod 3 so that the limiting plate 2 always has a tendency to move closer to the base 1. This utility model, through the cooperation of the base 1, connecting rod 3, and limiting plate 2, can reduce or expand the size of the accommodating space 4, thereby making the kettle rack suitable for placing kettles, cups, mineral water bottles, coffee cups, etc. of different sizes, thus improving the user experience. Furthermore, the accommodating space 4 can adapt to the kettle during use; simply insert the kettle into the accommodating space 4 through the flared part 221, and the limiting plate 2, under the linkage of the connecting rod 3 and the torsion spring 5, moves to a position that secures the kettle. Users can place or retrieve the kettle with just one hand, making it highly convenient to use.

[0042] In this embodiment, the size of the accommodating space 4 changes as the limiting plate 2 moves to accommodate kettles of different sizes. When the limiting plate 2 moves to fit against the base 1, the kettle rack is in a retracted state, as shown below. Figure 1 As shown; when the limiting plate 2 moves to the position furthest from the base 1, that is, when the connecting rod 3 is perpendicular to the base 1, the size of the accommodating space 4 is at its maximum, as shown. Figure 4 As shown; the limiting plate 2 can also be moved to Figure 1 and Figure 4 Any position between the positions shown, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown. Of course. Figure 2 and Figure 3 By way of example only, the limiting plate 2 can also be moved to, for example... Figure 2 and Figure 3 Other locations besides those shown.

[0043] In another preferred embodiment of this utility model, the elastic element is a torsion spring 5. The first end of the torsion spring 5 abuts against the base 1, and the second end of the torsion spring 5 abuts against the connecting rod 3. The first end of the connecting rod 3 is provided with a U-shaped portion 31, and an anti-rotation sleeve 6 is fixedly provided on the U-shaped portion 31. The anti-rotation sleeve 6 is provided with a first slot 61, and the second end of the torsion spring 5 is engaged in the first slot 61. The base 1 is provided with a second slot 11, and the first end of the torsion spring 5 is engaged in the second slot 11. The second end of the connecting rod 3 is provided with a bent gripper 32, and the two sides of the limiting plate 2 are provided with connecting holes 21 for cooperating with the bent gripper 32. In this embodiment, as shown... Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 10 As shown, the anti-rotation sleeve 6 enables the second end of the torsion spring 5 to engage with the connecting rod 3 to prevent rotation. The first slot 61 and the second slot 11 limit the second and first ends of the torsion spring 5, allowing the torsion spring 5 to store energy when compressed and release the stored energy when the compression force is lost, thereby acting on the connecting rod 3 and driving the limiting plate 2 to move closer to the base 1. In this embodiment, the limiting plate 2 is hinged to the connecting rod 3 through the connecting hole 21 and the bending gripper 32.

[0044] In another preferred embodiment of this utility model, the base 1 is connected to a cover plate 7, and the U-shaped portion 31 of the connecting rod 3 is installed in the mounting cavity formed by the base 1 and the cover plate 7. The base 1 is provided with a first opening groove 12 for the connecting rod 3 to pass through, and the cover plate 7 is provided with a second opening groove 71 for the connecting rod 3 to pass through. The first opening groove 12 and the second opening groove 71 are arranged facing each other. The cover plate 7 is provided with a protrusion 72 for sealing the opening of the first opening groove 12. In this embodiment, as... Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 9 As shown, the cover plate 7 and the base 1 cooperate to form a receiving cavity for the U-shaped part 31 of the connecting rod 3. The design of the first opening groove 12 and the second opening groove 71 facilitates the installation of the U-shaped part 31 of the connecting rod 3. The protrusion 72 is designed to block the opening of the first opening groove 12, preventing the connecting rod 3 from coming out of the first opening groove 12, and also helps to improve the overall aesthetics of the kettle rack.

[0045] As another preferred embodiment of this utility model, the base 1 has a back plate 13 and a bottom plate 14 perpendicularly disposed to the back plate 13. The back plate 13 has a first arcuate surface 131, and the bottom plate 14 is used to support the kettle. The limiting plate 2 has a second arcuate surface 22, the first arcuate surface 131 and the second arcuate surface 22 are disposed facing each other, and the top end of the second arcuate surface 22 is provided with an outwardly extending flared portion 221. In this embodiment, as... Figure 8 and Figure 10As shown, the back plate 13 has a first arc-shaped surface 131, and the limiting plate 2 has a second arc-shaped surface 22. The first arc-shaped surface 131 and the second arc-shaped surface 22 are arranged facing each other. This structural design makes the kettle more stable when placed in the accommodating space 4. The outer peripheral wall of the kettle fits against the first arc-shaped surface 131 and the second arc-shaped surface 22, reducing the shaking of the kettle. In this embodiment, the base plate 14 is used to support the kettle. The base plate 14, the first arc-shaped surface 131, and the second arc-shaped surface 22 work together to reliably clamp and support the kettle. In this embodiment, the design of the flared part 221 facilitates the placement of the kettle in the accommodating space 4. Specifically, when placing the kettle, the kettle body abuts against the flared part 221, thereby causing the limiting plate 2 to move away from the base 1 against the elastic force of the torsion spring 5. At this time, the accommodating space 4 will increase in size until the accommodating space 4 can accommodate the kettle. Subsequently, under the combined action of the connecting rod 3 and the torsion spring 5, the limiting plate 2 moves toward the base 1, thereby clamping and fixing the kettle.

[0046] As another preferred embodiment of this utility model, the back plate 13 of the base 1 is provided with mounting holes 132, and the base 1 is mounted to the vehicle body via the mounting holes 132. In this embodiment, as... Figure 7 As shown, the base 1, via the mounting holes 132, allows the water bottle cage to be installed in any position on any type of vehicle. For example, the mounting holes 132 allow the water bottle cage to be installed on the handlebars or frame of outdoor riding vehicles such as bicycles, scooters, or motorcycles, thereby improving the applicability of the water bottle cage. In a further embodiment, two mounting holes 132 are provided, distributed along the height direction of the base 1, to improve the reliability and stability of the water bottle cage installation and prevent the water bottle cage from wobbling. In a further preferred embodiment, the mounting holes 132 are designed as oblong holes, which facilitate the adjustment of the installation height of the water bottle cage.

[0047] In another preferred embodiment of this utility model, the upper and lower ends of the limiting plate 2 are respectively connected to connecting rods 3. In this embodiment, as... Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the base 1 and the limiting plate 2 are movably connected by two connecting rods 3, so that the limiting component, connecting rods 3 and base 1 form a parallelogram structure, which improves the stability of the movement of the limiting plate 2 relative to the base 1. The upper and lower connecting rods 3 limit the upper and lower ends of the kettle respectively, which improves the stability of the kettle holder in holding the kettle and prevents the kettle from shaking or falling.

[0048] As another preferred embodiment of this utility model, it further includes a positioning and tracking device (not shown in the figure) installed in the mounting cavity, and the base 1 is provided with a mounting groove 15 for installing the positioning and tracking device. In this embodiment, as Figure 7As shown, by setting an installation slot 15 on the base 1 and installing a positioning tracking device in the installation slot 15, the water bottle holder is equipped with a positioning function. Users can obtain the real-time location information of the water bottle holder in a timely manner through a mobile phone or other terminal connected to the positioning tracking device. In this way, the water bottle holder can be found more quickly if it is lost. If the vehicle body used to install the water bottle holder is lost along with the water bottle holder, the positioning tracking device can find the vehicle body used to install the water bottle holder at the same time.

[0049] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A kettle rack, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: It also includes a limiting plate (2) movably connected to the base (1), a connecting rod (3) is provided between the base (1) and the limiting plate (2), the first end of the connecting rod (3) is hinged to the base (1), the second end of the connecting rod (3) is hinged to the limiting plate (2), and an accommodating space (4) is formed between the limiting plate (2) and the base (1); the limiting plate (2) moves closer to or away from the base (1) through the connecting rod (3), the accommodating space (4) increases as the limiting plate (2) moves away from the base (1), and the accommodating space (4) decreases as the limiting plate (2) moves closer to the base (1); an elastic element is provided between the connecting rod (3) and the base (1), and the elastic element acts on the connecting rod (3) so that the limiting plate (2) always has a tendency to move towards the base (1).

2. A kettle rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic element is a torsion spring (5), the first end of the torsion spring (5) abuts against the base (1), and the second end of the torsion spring (5) abuts against the connecting rod (3).

3. A kettle rack according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first end of the connecting rod (3) is provided with a U-shaped part (31), and the U-shaped part (31) is fixedly provided with an anti-rotation sleeve (6). The anti-rotation sleeve (6) is provided with a first slot (61), and the second end of the torsion spring (5) is locked in the first slot (61). The base (1) is provided with a second slot (11), and the first end of the torsion spring (5) is locked in the second slot (11).

4. A kettle rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second end of the connecting rod (3) is provided with a bend gripper (32), and the two sides of the limiting plate (2) are provided with connecting holes (21) for cooperating with the bend gripper (32).

5. A kettle rack according to claim 3, characterized in that: The base (1) is connected to a cover plate (7). The U-shaped part (31) of the connecting rod (3) is installed in the mounting cavity formed by the base (1) and the cover plate (7). The base (1) is provided with a first opening groove (12) for the connecting rod (3) to pass through. The cover plate (7) is provided with a second opening groove (71) for the connecting rod (3) to pass through. The first opening groove (12) and the second opening groove (71) are arranged facing each other. The cover plate (7) is provided with a protrusion (72) for sealing the opening of the first opening groove (12).

6. A kettle rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) has a back plate (13) and a bottom plate (14) arranged perpendicularly to the back plate (13). The back plate (13) has a first arc-shaped surface (131), and the bottom plate (14) is used to support the kettle.

7. A kettle rack according to claim 6, characterized in that: The base (1) has a mounting hole (132) on its back plate (13), and the base (1) is mounted to the vehicle body by means of the mounting hole (132).

8. A kettle rack according to claim 6, characterized in that: The limiting plate (2) has a second arc-shaped surface (22), the first arc-shaped surface (131) and the second arc-shaped surface (22) are arranged facing each other, and the top of the second arc-shaped surface (22) is provided with an outwardly extending flared portion (221).

9. A kettle rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper and lower ends of the limiting plate (2) are respectively connected to connecting rods (3).

10. A kettle rack according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a positioning and tracking device installed in the mounting cavity, and the base (1) is provided with a mounting groove (15) for installing the positioning and tracking device.

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