Folding structure and electric scooter

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electric scooters, in particular to a folding structure and an electric scooter, the folding structure comprises a square tube, a base, a locking switch, a trigger, a lock catch mechanism and an elastic reset mechanism, when the locking switch installed on the outer wall of the square tube is opened, the lock catch mechanism connected with the locking switch is driven to loosen the trigger, and the elastic reset mechanism is reset. When the positioning pin retreats from the positioning notch, folding can be carried out, after folding is completed, the elastic reset mechanism enables the trigger to have the movement trend of retracting to the square tube, the elastic reset mechanism can also enable the locking switch to have the movement trend of resetting, and under the action of the elastic reset mechanism, the trigger retracts to the square tube, so that the square tube can be locked. When the folding structure and the electric scooter using the folding structure are folded, the positioning pin is driven to enter the positioning notch, meanwhile, the locking switch is reset, the lock catch mechanism limits rotation of the trigger, locking is completed, the trigger cannot be pulled, and the folding structure and the electric scooter using the folding structure guarantee stability and safety after folding.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric scooter technology, specifically to a folding structure and an electric scooter. Background Technology

[0002] Electric scooters are controlled in the same way as traditional electric bicycles, making them easy for riders to learn. Furthermore, electric scooters are simpler in structure, have smaller wheels, and are lighter and more convenient than traditional electric bicycles, saving significant social resources. In recent years, electric scooters have developed rapidly and have received widespread public attention.

[0003] Currently, existing electric scooters are too long to be easily carried, transported, or stored. Therefore, they are often folded before being carried, transported, or stored. However, the trigger cannot be automatically locked after folding, which cannot guarantee the stability and safety of the electric scooter after folding. Utility Model Content

[0004] (I) This utility model provides a folding structure to alleviate the technical problem that the stability and safety of electric scooters cannot be guaranteed after folding in the prior art.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, embodiments of this utility model provide a folding structure, including a square tube, a base, a locking switch, a trigger, a locking mechanism, and an elastic reset mechanism;

[0007] The bottom end of the square tube is rotatably connected to the base, and the square tube can rotate along its own axis.

[0008] The square tube is provided with a mounting box inside, and one end of the trigger is rotatably connected to the mounting box;

[0009] The base is provided with a positioning slot, and the positioning pin passes through the trigger. The trigger can rotate along its own axis to drive the positioning pin into or out of the positioning slot.

[0010] The locking switch is located on the outer wall of the square tube, and the locking mechanism is located inside the square tube. The locking mechanism can restrict the rotation of the trigger. The locking switch is connected to the locking mechanism, and the locking switch can drive the locking mechanism to move closer to or away from the trigger.

[0011] The end of the trigger away from the mounting box can extend or retract from the square tube as it rotates, and when the trigger extends from the square tube, the elastic reset mechanism causes the trigger to have a tendency to retract into the square tube.

[0012] When the locking switch is opened, the elastic reset mechanism can also make the locking switch have a tendency to reset.

[0013] Furthermore, the sidewall of the mounting box is provided with a first waist-shaped hole and a second waist-shaped hole, the trigger is provided with a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole, and the base is provided with a positioning slot.

[0014] The locking pin passes through the first oblong hole and the first connecting hole in sequence, and the end of the locking pin can move in the extending direction of the first oblong hole;

[0015] The positioning pin passes through the second waist-shaped hole and the second connecting hole in sequence. The end of the positioning pin can move in the extending direction of the first waist-shaped hole. The two ends of the positioning pin protrude from the square tube respectively and can enter or exit the positioning slot as the trigger is rotated.

[0016] Furthermore, the locking mechanism includes a locking piece, one end of which is connected to the locking switch, and the other end abuts against the outer wall of the locking pin. The locking piece can move away from or closer to the locking pin under the action of the locking switch.

[0017] Furthermore, the elastic reset mechanism includes a first elastic reset member, one end of which is connected to the locking switch or the locking mechanism, and the other end is connected to the mounting box.

[0018] Furthermore, the elastic reset mechanism also includes a second elastic reset member, one end of which is connected to the tail end of the trigger, and the other end of which is connected to the base.

[0019] Furthermore, the base includes a base plate and a front sliding plate. The front sliding plate is installed on the upper surface of the base plate and is located on both sides of the square tube. The positioning groove is opened at the top of the front sliding plate.

[0020] Furthermore, the base also includes a rotating shaft, and the front slide plate is provided with a rotating hole. The rotating shaft passes through the bottom end of the square tube, and its two ends are respectively located inside the rotating holes of the front slide plates on both sides of the square tube, and can rotate within the rotating holes.

[0021] Furthermore, the square tube has an upper cover with a slotted groove, and the rotating end of the trigger can extend or retract into the slotted groove as it rotates. The locking switch is located on the upper cover.

[0022] Furthermore, the folding structure also includes a first magnet and a second magnet, wherein the first magnet is disposed on the side of the trigger facing the square tube, and the second magnet is disposed on the outer wall of the strip groove, and the first magnet and the second magnet can magnetically attract each other.

[0023] An embodiment of this utility model also provides an electric scooter, including the folding structure described above.

[0024] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0025] This utility model provides a folding structure, including a square tube, a base, a locking switch, a trigger, a locking mechanism, and an elastic reset mechanism. The bottom end of the square tube is rotatably connected to the base, and the square tube can rotate along its own axis at the connection point. An installation box is provided inside the square tube, and the end of the trigger is rotatably connected to the installation box. A positioning pin passes through the trigger. Opening the locking switch installed on the outer wall of the square tube will cause the locking mechanism connected to it to release the trigger, thus allowing the trigger to be turned. Under the rotation of the trigger, the positioning pin enters or exits the positioning slot, achieving the effect of locking or releasing the square tube. When the locating pin exits the locating slot, the square tube can be folded towards the base. After folding, when the trigger extends out of the square tube, the elastic reset mechanism causes the trigger to tend to retract into the square tube. When the locking switch is opened, the elastic reset mechanism also causes the locking switch to tend to reset. Under the action of the elastic reset mechanism, the trigger retracts into the square tube, thereby driving the locating pin into the locating slot. At the same time, the locking switch also resets, and the locking mechanism restricts the rotation of the trigger, thus completing the locking. The trigger cannot be pried open, ensuring the stability and safety of the folded square tube and the base.

[0026] This embodiment provides an electric scooter, which includes the folding structure described above. By using the folding structure, the stability and safety of the electric scooter after folding can be ensured. At the same time, the entire folding process is flexible and can effectively improve the user's convenience. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the 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.

[0028] Figure 1 An appearance view of a folding structure provided for an embodiment of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a folding structure provided for an embodiment of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 An exploded view of a folding structure provided for an embodiment of the utility model.

[0031] icon:

[0032] 100-Square tube; 101-Mounting box; 102-First oblong hole; 103-Second oblong hole; 104-Locking pin; 105-Positioning pin; 106-Top cover; 107-Strip groove;

[0033] 200-Base; 201-Positioning slot; 202-Base plate; 203-Front slide; 204-Hinge; 205-Rotating hole;

[0034] 300 - Locking switch; 301 - Locking clip;

[0035] 400 - Trigger; 401 - First connecting hole; 402 - Second connecting hole;

[0036] 500 - First elastic reset element; 501 - Second elastic reset element;

[0037] 600 - First magnet; 601 - Second magnet. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "lower," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used 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. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this utility model provides a folding structure, including a square tube 100, a base 200, a locking switch 300, a trigger 400, a locking mechanism, and an elastic reset mechanism; the bottom end of the square tube 100 is rotatably connected to the base 200, and the square tube 100 can rotate along its own axis; a mounting box 101 is provided inside the square tube 100, and one end of the trigger 400 is rotatably connected to the mounting box 101; the base 200 is provided with a positioning slot 201, and a positioning pin 105 passes through the trigger 400, allowing the trigger 400 to rotate along its own axis to drive the positioning pin 105 into or out of the positioning slot 201; the locking switch 300... The latch 300 is located on the outer wall of the square tube 100, and the locking mechanism is located inside the square tube 100. The locking mechanism can restrict the rotation of the trigger 400. The locking switch 300 is connected to the locking mechanism and can drive the locking mechanism to move closer to or away from the trigger 400. The end of the trigger 400 away from the mounting box 101 can extend or retract from the square tube 100 as it rotates. When the trigger 400 extends out of the square tube 100, the elastic reset mechanism makes the trigger 400 tend to retract into the square tube 100. When the locking switch 300 is opened, the elastic reset mechanism can also make the locking switch 300 tend to reset.

[0042] In this embodiment, the folding structure includes a square tube 100, a base 200, a locking switch 300, a trigger 400, a locking mechanism, and an elastic reset mechanism. The bottom end of the square tube 100 is rotatably connected to the base 200, and the square tube 100 can rotate along its own axis at the connection point. An installation box 101 is provided inside the square tube 100. The end of the trigger 400 is rotatably connected to the installation box 101. A positioning pin 105 passes through the trigger 400. Opening the locking switch 300 installed on the outer wall of the square tube 100 will cause the locking mechanism connected to it to release the trigger 400, thus allowing the trigger 400 to be turned. Under the rotation of the trigger 400, the positioning pin 105 enters or exits the positioning slot 201, achieving the effect of locking or releasing the square tube 100. When the positioning pin 105 exits the positioning slot 201, the square tube 100 can be folded towards the base 200. After folding, when the trigger 400 extends out of the square tube 100, the elastic reset mechanism causes the trigger 400 to tend to retract into the square tube 100. When the locking switch 300 is opened, the elastic reset mechanism also causes the locking switch 300 to tend to reset. Under the action of the elastic reset mechanism, the trigger 400 retracts into the square tube 100, thereby driving the positioning pin 105 into the positioning slot 201. At the same time, the locking switch 300 will also reset. The locking mechanism restricts the rotation of the trigger 400, thereby completing the locking. The trigger 400 cannot be pried open, thus ensuring the stability and safety between the folded square tube 100 and the base 200.

[0043] Optionally, the locking switch 300 can be installed on the side walls or top wall of the square tube 100. The purpose of this is to deviate from the design concept of this utility model and should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0044] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the sidewall of the mounting box 101 is provided with a first oblong hole 102 and a second oblong hole 103. The trigger 400 is provided with a first connecting hole 401 and a second connecting hole 402. The base 200 is provided with a positioning slot 201. The locking pin 104 passes through the first oblong hole 102 and the first connecting hole 401 in sequence. The end of the locking pin 104 can move in the extending direction of the first oblong hole 102. The positioning pin 105 passes through the second oblong hole 103 and the second connecting hole 402 in sequence. The end of the positioning pin can move in the extending direction of the first oblong hole 102. The two ends of the positioning pin 105 protrude from the square tube 100 respectively and can enter or exit the positioning slot 201 as the trigger 400 rotates.

[0045] In this embodiment, the locking pin 104 and the positioning pin 105 move synchronously in the extending direction of the first waist-shaped hole 102 and the second waist-shaped hole 103 under the drive of the rotation of the trigger 400. When the positioning pin 105 exits the positioning slot 201, it can be folded or unfolded. When the positioning pin 105 re-enters the positioning slot 201, it will lock the trigger 400, preventing it from rotating.

[0046] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the locking mechanism includes a locking piece 301. One end of the locking piece 301 is connected to the locking switch 300, and the other end abuts against the outer wall of the locking pin 104. The locking piece 301 can move away from or closer to the locking pin 104 under the action of the locking switch 300.

[0047] In this embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a locking piece 301, which consists of three parts: a first piece, a second piece, and a third piece. The second and third pieces are vertically arranged on both sides of the first piece. The first piece is attached to the top wall of the mounting box 101. One end of the second piece has a switch hole, which is connected to the locking switch 300. The locking switch 300 can move the locking piece 301 away from or closer to the locking pin 104, thereby achieving the effect of loosening or locking the locking pin 104.

[0048] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the elastic reset mechanism includes a first elastic reset member 500. One end of the first elastic reset member 500 is connected to the locking switch 300 or the locking mechanism, and the other end is connected to the mounting box 101.

[0049] In this embodiment, the elastic reset mechanism includes a first elastic reset member 500. When the locking switch 300 is opened and folded or unfolded, since one end of the first elastic reset member 500 is connected to the locking switch 300 or the locking mechanism, and the other end is connected to the mounting box 101 or any part inside the square tube 100, the first elastic reset member 500 can generate a rebound force to drive the locking switch 300 to reset. The first elastic reset member 500 can then drive the locking switch 300 to reset, thereby driving the locking piece 301 to reset and preventing the trigger 400 from continuing to rotate.

[0050] Optionally, the first elastic reset element 500 may be a spring.

[0051] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the elastic reset mechanism also includes a second elastic reset member 501, one end of which is connected to the tail end of the trigger 400, and the other end is connected to the base 200.

[0052] In this embodiment, the elastic reset mechanism also includes a second elastic reset member 501. After folding or unfolding, since one end of the second elastic reset member 501 is connected to the tail end of the trigger 400 and the other end is connected to the base 200, the second elastic reset member 501 can drive the trigger 400 to reset, thereby driving the positioning pin 105 into the positioning slot 201 to restrict the trigger 400 from continuing to rotate.

[0053] Optionally, the second elastic reset element 501 can be a spring.

[0054] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the base 200 includes a base plate 202 and a front slide plate 203. The front slide plate 203 is installed on the upper surface of the base plate 202. The front slide plate 203 is located on both sides of the square tube 100, and the positioning slot 201 is opened at the top of the front slide plate 203.

[0055] In this embodiment, the base 200 includes a base plate 202 and a front slide plate 203. The front slide plate 203 is disposed on the upper surface of the base plate 202. Preferably, there are two front slide plates 203, and an installation space is formed between the two front slide plates 203 for installing the square tube 100.

[0056] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the base 200 also includes a rotating shaft 204, and a rotating hole 205 is provided on the front slide 203. The rotating shaft 204 passes through the bottom end of the square tube 100, and its two ends are located inside the rotating holes 205 of the front slide 203 on both sides of the square tube 100, and can rotate within the rotating holes 205.

[0057] In this embodiment, the square tube 100 is connected to the front slide plate 203 via a rotating shaft 204. The rotating shaft 204 can rotate within the rotating hole 205, thereby enabling the square tube 100 to rotate toward the side of the base plate 202 or away from the base plate 202.

[0058] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the square tube 100 has an upper cover 106, and the upper cover 106 has a strip groove 107. The rotating end of the trigger 400 can extend or retract into the strip groove 107 as it rotates. The locking switch 300 is located on the upper cover.

[0059] In this embodiment, preferably, the square tube 100 is covered with an upper cover 106. To facilitate the reset of the trigger 400 under the action of the second elastic reset member 501, a strip-shaped groove 107 is provided on the upper cover 106, so that the rotating end of the trigger 400 can extend or retract into the strip-shaped groove 107 as it rotates. The length of the strip-shaped groove 107 is greater than the length of the trigger 400 inside it, so that a certain gap is formed between the trigger 400 and the end of the strip-shaped groove 107, making it easier for the user to pull the trigger 400.

[0060] Since the top cover 106 is positioned above the square tube, the locking switch 300 can be directly mounted on the upper surface of the top cover 106 to facilitate folding or unfolding. This allows the user to quickly push the locking switch 300 in conjunction with the trigger 400 to fold or unfold the tube.

[0061] According to one embodiment provided by this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the folding structure also includes a first magnet 600 and a second magnet 601. The first magnet 600 is located on the side of the trigger 400 facing the square tube 100, and the second magnet 601 is located on the outer wall of the strip groove 107. The first magnet 600 and the second magnet 601 can magnetically attract each other.

[0062] In this embodiment, the magnetic attraction between the first magnet 600 on the side of the trigger 400 facing the square tube 100 and the second magnet 601 on the outer wall of the strip groove 107 enables the trigger 400 to quickly fit into the strip groove 107 after resetting, completing a secondary safety lock and ensuring the stability and safety after folding.

[0063] This utility model also provides an electric scooter, including the above-described folding structure.

[0064] In this embodiment, the electric scooter can ensure stability and safety after folding by using the above-mentioned folding structure. At the same time, the entire folding process is flexible and can effectively improve the user's convenience.

[0065] When in use, install the folding structure and various parts of the electric scooter into place. Optionally, the base plate 202 can be directly installed on the upper surface of the electric scooter body, or it can be replaced by the upper surface of the body. When the electric scooter needs to be folded from its unfolded state, push up the locking switch 300, then pull the trigger 400 to unlock the first magnet 600 and the second magnet 601. Rotate the trigger 400 to rotate the locking pin 104 and the positioning pin 105. When the positioning pin 105 exits the positioning slot 201, the square tube 100 can be pushed to one side of the scooter body to fold. The square tube 100 folds around the pivot 204. After folding, the positioning pin 105 returns to the positioning slot 201 under the action of the second elastic reset member 501, completing the first locking. Under the action of the first elastic reset member 500, the locking piece 301 and the locking switch 300 reset, restricting the locking pin 104, thereby preventing the trigger 400 from rotating. At the same time, the first magnet 600 and the second magnet 601 cooperate to fix the trigger 400 to achieve a second locking, thus completing the folding process. When the electric scooter needs to be unfolded from its folded state, the process and principle are the same as when folding, so they will not be described again.

[0066] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A folding structure, characterized in that, It includes a square tube (100), a base (200), a locking switch (300), a trigger (400), a locking mechanism, and a spring-loaded reset mechanism; The bottom end of the square tube (100) is rotatably connected to the base (200), and the square tube (100) can rotate along its own axis; The square tube (100) is provided with a mounting box (101) inside, and one end of the trigger (400) is rotatably connected to the mounting box (101); The base (200) is provided with a positioning slot (201), and the positioning pin (105) passes through the trigger (400). The trigger (400) can rotate along its own axis to drive the positioning pin (105) into or out of the positioning slot (201). The locking switch (300) is located on the outer wall of the square tube (100), and the locking mechanism is located inside the square tube (100). The locking mechanism can restrict the trigger (400) from rotating. The locking switch (300) is connected to the locking mechanism. The locking switch (300) can drive the locking mechanism to move closer to or away from the trigger (400). The trigger (400) is able to extend or retract from the square tube (100) as it rotates away from the mounting box (101), and when the trigger (400) extends from the square tube (100), the elastic reset mechanism causes the trigger (400) to have a tendency to retract into the square tube (100). When the locking switch (300) is opened, the elastic reset mechanism can also make the locking switch (300) have a tendency to reset.

2. The folding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewall of the mounting box (101) is provided with a first waist-shaped hole (102) and a second waist-shaped hole (103), the trigger (400) is provided with a first connecting hole (401) and a second connecting hole (402), and the base (200) is provided with a positioning slot (201). The locking pin (104) passes through the first waist-shaped hole (102) and the first connecting hole (401) in sequence, and the end of the locking pin (104) can move in the extending direction of the first waist-shaped hole (102); The positioning pin (105) passes through the second waist-shaped hole (103) and the second connecting hole (402) in sequence. The end of the positioning pin can move in the extension direction of the first waist-shaped hole (102). The two ends of the positioning pin (105) protrude from the square tube (100) respectively, and can enter or exit the positioning slot (201) as the trigger (400) rotates.

3. The folding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking mechanism includes a locking piece (301), one end of which is connected to the locking switch (300), and the other end abuts against the outer wall of the locking pin (104). The locking piece (301) can move away from or closer to the locking pin (104) under the action of the locking switch (300).

4. The folding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The elastic reset mechanism includes a first elastic reset member (500), one end of which is connected to the locking switch (300) or the locking mechanism, and the other end is connected to the mounting box (101).

5. The folding structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The elastic reset mechanism further includes a second elastic reset member (501), one end of which is connected to the tail end of the trigger (400), and the other end is connected to the base (200).

6. The folding structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base (200) includes a base plate (202) and a front slide plate (203). The front slide plate (203) is installed on the upper surface of the base plate (202). The front slide plate (203) is located on both sides of the square tube (100). The positioning slot (201) is opened at the top of the front slide plate (203).

7. The folding structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The base (200) also includes a rotating shaft (204), and the front slide (203) is also provided with a rotating hole (205). The rotating shaft (204) passes through the bottom end of the square tube (100), and its two ends are respectively located inside the rotating holes (205) of the front slides (203) on both sides of the square tube (100), and can rotate within the rotating holes (205).

8. The folding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The square tube (100) has a top cover (106), the top cover (106) has a strip groove (107), the rotating end of the trigger (400) can extend or retract into the strip groove (107) as it rotates, and the locking switch (300) is located on the top cover.

9. The folding structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The folding structure also includes a first magnet (600) and a second magnet (601). The first magnet (600) is located on the side of the trigger (400) facing the square tube (100), and the second magnet (601) is located on the outer wall of the strip groove (107). The first magnet (600) and the second magnet (601) can magnetically attract each other.

10. An electric scooter, characterized in that, Includes the folding structure as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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