Folding hidden type vehicle cup stand

By designing a foldable, concealed car cup holder and using a linkage component to achieve the linkage between the flip cover and the claw component, the problem of car cup holders occupying space but being unusable when not in use is solved, realizing convenient storage of cup holders and flexible use of space.

CN223764302UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06EVERWILL IND (SUZHOU) LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520028442.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-03
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing car cup holders occupy space but cannot be effectively utilized when not in use, leading to a contradiction in space layout.

Method used

A foldable, concealed car cup holder was designed. The linkage component enables the flip cover and the claw component to work together. When the flip cover is closed, the claw component fits into the clearance groove, and the locking hook hooks into the groove to fix it. When the flip cover is opened, the locking hook disengages from the groove, and the claw rotates to a parallel position, achieving convenient storage.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient storage of cup holders, meets different needs of the car interior space, and improves space utilization.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a folding hidden type vehicle cup holder which comprises a box cover, a cup holder body, a cup holder cover and a cup holder body. The box cover is provided with a clamping groove. The clamping jaw assembly is rotationally connected to the box cover; the turnover cover is rotationally connected to the box cover, a lock hook is arranged on the turnover cover, and the lock hook is connected to the clamping groove in a hooked mode; the turnover cover is connected with the clamping jaw assembly through the linkage assembly, and when the turnover cover rotates, the turnover cover drives the clamping jaw assembly to rotate through the linkage assembly. Compared with the prior art, the storage is convenient, the change of the space in the vehicle is facilitated, and different requirements of users on the space in the vehicle are met.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the automotive field, and in particular to a foldable, concealed car cup holder. Background Technology

[0002] As society continues to develop and people's lives improve, cars have become an essential mode of transportation in daily life. To pursue higher quality vehicles, consumers are spending more and more on both the interior and exterior of their cars. Cup holders are a necessary part of car interiors, but in most cases, they are left unused, and the space they occupy could be used for other purposes. Therefore, there is an urgent need to find a cup holder structure that can alleviate the conflict with space constraints. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a foldable and concealable car cup holder, which can be easily stored, facilitates the transformation of the car interior space, and meets the different needs of users for the car interior space.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a foldable, concealed car cup holder, which includes:

[0005] A box lid, wherein a slot is provided on the box lid;

[0006] A claw assembly, which is rotatably connected to the box cover;

[0007] A flip cover, rotatably connected to the box lid, is provided with a locking hook that engages with the slot:

[0008] The flip cover is connected to the claw assembly via the linkage component. When the flip cover rotates, the flip cover drives the claw assembly to rotate via the linkage component.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] The linkage assembly includes a first connecting plate, a first rotating shaft, and a connecting rod. The claw assembly is rotatably connected to one end of the first connecting plate via the first rotating shaft, and the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the other end of the first connecting plate. A second connecting plate is provided at each end of the connecting rod. A first gear is provided on the second connecting plate, and the first gear meshes with a second gear. The second gear is connected to a second rotating shaft, and the second rotating shaft passes through a first connecting seat on the lid and a second connecting seat on the flip cover.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The second connecting plate is provided with a sliding hole, the connecting rod is movably connected to the sliding hole, and a stop is provided at the end of the connecting rod.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] The first connector is provided with a mounting groove, and the second connector is disposed in the mounting groove.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] The flip cover is provided with a lock hole, and the lock hook is movably connected in the lock hole.

[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0018] The jaw assembly includes a jaw base and jaws. The jaw base is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate via the first rotating shaft, and jaws are rotatably connected to both ends of the jaw base.

[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0020] The box cover includes an outer cover and an inner cover. The inner cover is embedded in the outer cover. The inner cover is provided with an avoidance groove and a slot is provided on the inner cover.

[0021] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the linkage component enables the flip cover to rotate through the linkage component when the flip cover is turned. When the flip cover is closed, the claw component fits into the clearance groove, the flip cover is fastened to the box lid, and the locking hook hooks into the slot, making the flip cover more stable. When the flip cover is opened, the locking hook is moved to disengage from the edge of the slot, the flip cover opens, the claw rotates to a position parallel to the flip cover, and the cup holder is fully opened. The operation is convenient, the storage is convenient, and the interior space can be easily changed to meet the different needs of users for the interior space. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a foldable, concealed car cup holder.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the inner cover of a foldable, concealed car cup holder.

[0025] Figure 3 An exploded view of a foldable, concealed car cup holder.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the linkage component in a foldable, concealed car cup holder.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a reference image of a foldable, concealed car cup holder in its folded state.

[0028] Legend:

[0029] 1. Lid; 2. Slot; 3. Claw assembly; 31. Claw seat; 32. Claw; 4. Flip cover; 5. Lock hook; 6. Linkage assembly; 61. First connecting plate; 62. First rotating shaft; 63. Connecting rod; 64. Second connecting plate; 65. First gear; 66. Second gear; 67. Second rotating shaft; 7. First connecting seat; 8. Second connecting seat; 9. Sliding hole; 10. Stop; 11. Mounting groove; 12. Lock hole; 13. Outer cover; 14. Inner cover; 15. Clearance groove. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0031] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "inner" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. 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.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0035] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a foldable, concealed car cup holder, which includes:

[0036] Box cover 1, wherein a slot 2 is provided on the box cover 1;

[0037] The claw assembly 3 is rotatably connected to the box cover 1;

[0038] A flip cover 4 is rotatably connected to the box cover 1. A locking hook 5 is provided on the flip cover 4, and the locking hook 5 is hooked onto the slot 2.

[0039] Linkage component 6, the flip cover 4 is connected to the claw component 3 through the linkage component 6, when the flip cover 4 rotates, the flip cover 4 drives the claw component 3 to rotate through the linkage component 6.

[0040] The linkage assembly 6 includes a first connecting plate 61, a first rotating shaft 62, and a connecting rod 63. The claw assembly 3 is rotatably connected to one end of the first connecting plate 61 via the first rotating shaft 62, and the connecting rod 63 is rotatably connected to the other end of the first connecting plate 61. Second connecting plates 64 are respectively provided at both ends of the connecting rod 63. A first gear 65 is provided on the second connecting plate 64, and the first gear 65 meshes with a second gear 66. The second gear 66 is connected to a second rotating shaft 67, which passes through a first connecting seat 7 on the lid 1 and a second connecting seat 8 on the flip cover 4. When the flip cover rotates, the second rotating shaft rotates, causing the second gear to rotate. The second gear then moves the connecting rod via the second connecting plate, and the connecting rod drives the first connecting plate to slide on the lid, thereby realizing the rotation of the claw assembly. The second gear 66 is a sector gear.

[0041] The second connecting plate 64 is provided with a sliding hole 9, and the connecting rod 63 is movably connected to the sliding hole 9. A stop block 10 is provided at the end of the connecting rod 63. The sliding hole provides room for the connecting rod to move, facilitating changes in the position of the connecting rod. The stop block is located on the outside of the second connecting plate to prevent the connecting rod from falling off.

[0042] The first connector 7 is provided with a mounting groove 11, and the second connector 8 is disposed within the mounting groove 11. This can limit the movement space of the second connector.

[0043] The flip cover 4 is provided with a lock hole 12, and the lock hook 5 is movably connected in the lock hole 12. By moving the lock hook back and forth, the position of the lock hook can be adjusted to facilitate unlocking.

[0044] The claw assembly 3 includes a claw base 31 and claws 32. The claw base 31 is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate 61 via the first rotating shaft 62, and claws 32 are rotatably connected to both ends of the claw base 31. The claw base has an arc-shaped surface, and the claws are arc-shaped. The claws are rotatably connected to the claw base, which can accommodate cups of different sizes.

[0045] The box cover 1 includes an outer cover 13 and an inner cover 14. The inner cover 14 is embedded in the outer cover 13. The inner cover is provided with a relief groove 15, and the slot 2 is provided on the inner cover 14. The inner cover is also provided with a through hole for a relief claw seat. The first connecting plate is slidably connected between the outer cover and the inner cover.

[0046] Working principle: The linkage component enables the flip cover to rotate, which in turn drives the claw component to rotate. When the flip cover is closed, the claw component engages with the clearance groove, the flip cover is secured to the lid, and the locking hook engages with the slot, making the flip cover more stable. When the flip cover is opened, the locking hook is moved to disengage from the edge of the slot, the flip cover opens, the claw rotates to a position parallel to the flip cover, and the cup holder is fully opened. It is easy to operate, convenient to store, and facilitates the transformation of the car interior space, meeting the different needs of users for the interior space.

[0047] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A foldaway concealed cup holder for a vehicle, characterized by, The utility model relates to a box, including: A box cover is provided with a clamping slot; A clamping jaw assembly is rotatably connected to the box cover; A flip cover is rotatably connected to the box cover, and the flip cover is provided with a lock hook that hooks onto the clamping slot; A linkage assembly connects the clamping jaw assembly to the flip cover, and when the flip cover rotates, the flip cover drives the clamping jaw assembly to rotate through the linkage assembly.

2. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 1, wherein, The linkage assembly includes a first connecting plate, a first rotating shaft, and a connecting rod. The clamping jaw assembly is rotatably connected to one end of the first connecting plate through the first rotating shaft. The connecting rod is rotatably connected to the other end of the first connecting plate. The connecting rod has two second connecting plates at its two ends. The second connecting plates are provided with first gears. The first gears are engaged with second gears. The second gears are connected to a second rotating shaft. The second rotating shaft penetrates a first connecting seat on the box cover and a second connecting seat on the flip cover.

3. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 2, wherein, The second connecting plates are provided with sliding holes. The connecting rod is movably connected to the sliding holes. The ends of the connecting rod are provided with stop blocks.

4. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 2, wherein, The first connecting seat is provided with a mounting groove. The second connecting seat is arranged in the mounting groove.

5. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 1, wherein, The flip cover is provided with a lock hole. The lock hook is movably connected to the lock hole.

6. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 2, wherein, The clamping jaw assembly includes a clamping jaw seat and clamping jaws. The clamping jaw seat is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate through the first rotating shaft. The clamping jaw seat has clamping jaws rotatably connected to its two ends.

7. The folding concealed cup holder for a vehicle as defined in claim 1, wherein, The box cover includes an outer cover and an inner cover. The inner cover is embedded in the outer cover. The inner cover is provided with a clearance slot. The clamping slot is arranged on the inner cover.