Scooter capable of being switched between sitting state and standing state

Abstract

The scooter comprises a pedal assembly, an armrest assembly, a seat cushion and a supporting piece, the armrest assembly is arranged on the front portion of the pedal assembly and can slide in the vertical direction, the seat cushion is rotationally connected with a sliding base so that the seat cushion can be in an unfolded state and a folded state, one end of the supporting piece is hinged to the seat cushion, and the other end of the supporting piece is hinged to the sliding base. One end of the supporting piece is hinged to the armrest assembly, the other end of the supporting piece is hinged to the pedal assembly, and when the cushion is switched from the unfolded state to the folded state, the armrest assembly gradually rises, or when the cushion is switched from the folded state to the unfolded state, the armrest assembly gradually descends, so that when the cushion is switched between the unfolded state and the folded state, the armrest assembly can correspondingly rise or descend; operation is simple, convenient and fast, and children can use the device conveniently.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of scooter technology, and in particular to a scooter that can be converted from a seated to a standing position. Background Technology

[0002] A scooter is a children's toy vehicle that includes a pedal assembly, a seat, a handlebar assembly, a first wheel, and a second wheel. The first wheel is connected to the lower front of the pedal assembly, the second wheel is connected to the lower rear of the pedal assembly, the handlebar assembly is connected to the front of the pedal assembly, and the seat is rotatably connected to the front of the pedal assembly so that children can scooter while standing or sitting.

[0003] Because the height of the handrail components differs when a child is standing or sitting while sliding, the child needs to manually lower the height of the handrail components when switching from standing to sitting, or vice versa. This process is complicated and inconvenient for children. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a scooter that can be converted from a sitting position to a standing position, making it convenient for children to use.

[0005] A convertible scooter according to an embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0006] Pedal assembly;

[0007] A handrail assembly is located at the front of the pedal assembly and can slide in the vertical direction;

[0008] The seat cushion is rotatably connected to the armrest assembly so that the seat cushion can be in an unfolded state and a folded state.

[0009] A support member, one end of which is hinged to the seat cushion and the other end of which is hinged to the pedal assembly;

[0010] When the seat cushion switches from the unfolded state to the folded state, the armrest assembly gradually rises; or, when the seat cushion switches from the folded state to the unfolded state, the armrest assembly gradually descends.

[0011] The convertible scooter according to embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0012] When the seat is at its maximum unfolded angle, the armrest assembly is at its lowest position in the vertical direction, allowing children to sit comfortably and hold onto the armrests. When the seat is switched from the unfolded to the folded state, children can press down on the end of the seat away from the armrest assembly. As the seat folds up, it raises the armrest assembly. When the seat is folded, the seat edge folds into the baffle assembly, allowing children to slide on it. The operation is simple, convenient, and quick, making it easy for children to use.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the pedal assembly includes a base plate, a connecting frame, and an inner rod. The connecting frame is disposed at the front end of the base plate, the inner rod is disposed on the connecting frame, and the handrail assembly is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the armrest assembly includes a slide, an outer rod, and an armrest component. The outer rod is sleeved around the outer periphery of the inner rod, the armrest component is located at the end of the outer rod away from the pedal assembly, and the slide is located on the outer rod and hinged to the seat cushion.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the seat cushion is at its maximum unfolded angle, the armrest abuts against the connecting frame.

[0016] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the slide and the outer rod are an integral structure.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting frame is provided with a first groove, and the inner rod is accommodated in the first groove.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the side wall of the first groove is provided with a clearance hole, and the outer rod passes through the clearance hole.

[0019] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the seat cushion is provided with a hinge portion, the support member is hinged to the hinge portion, and when the seat cushion is at its maximum unfolded angle, the hinge portion is located on the lower side of the seat cushion.

[0020] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the cushion is provided with a second groove, and when the cushion is in the folded state, at least a portion of the support member is accommodated in the second groove.

[0021] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the pedal assembly has a first wheel at the front and a second wheel at the rear, with two first wheels and one second wheel.

[0022] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a convertible scooter according to an embodiment of the present invention, with the seat at its maximum unfolded angle.

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The front view;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the convertible scooter according to an embodiment of the present invention from another perspective, with the seat cushion at its maximum unfolded angle.

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of a convertible scooter according to an embodiment of the present invention, with the seat in an unfolded state.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of a convertible scooter according to an embodiment of the present invention, in which the seat is folded.

[0030] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The front view.

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[0032] Base plate 110, connecting frame 120, first groove 121, inner rod 130, armrest assembly 200, slide 210, outer rod 220, armrest piece 230, seat cushion 300, hinge part 310, second groove 320, support piece 400, first wheel 510, second wheel 520. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional 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] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0037] In related technologies, a scooter is a children's toy vehicle, including a pedal assembly, a seat, a handlebar assembly, a first wheel, and a second wheel. The first wheel is connected to the lower front of the pedal assembly, the second wheel is connected to the lower rear of the pedal assembly, the handlebar assembly is connected to the front of the pedal assembly, and the seat is rotatably connected to the front of the pedal assembly, allowing children to scooter while standing or sitting. Because the height of the handlebar assembly differs depending on whether the child is standing or sitting, the child needs to manually lower the handlebar assembly when switching from standing to sitting, or vice versa. This operation is complex and inconvenient for children.

[0038] When children ride in a seated position, the hinge joint between the seat and the pedal assembly is subjected to greater stress, making it prone to bending and deformation, which reduces the lifespan of the scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing.

[0039] Reference Figures 1 to 7According to an embodiment of the present invention, a convertible scooter includes a pedal assembly, a handlebar assembly 200, a seat 300, and a support member 400. The handlebar assembly 200 is located at the front of the pedal assembly and can slide vertically. The seat 300 is rotatably connected to a slide 210, allowing the seat 300 to have an unfolded state and a folded state. One end of the support member 400 is hinged to the seat 300, and the other end of the support member 400 is hinged to the pedal assembly. When the seat 300 switches from the unfolded state to the folded state, the handlebar assembly 200 gradually rises; or, when the seat 300 switches from the folded state to the unfolded state, the handlebar assembly 200 gradually lowers. Thus, when the seat 300 switches between the unfolded and folded states, the handlebar assembly 200 can be raised or lowered accordingly. The operation is simple, convenient, and quick, making it easy for children to use.

[0040] For example, when the seat cushion 300 is at its maximum unfolded angle, the armrest assembly 200 is at its lowest position in the vertical direction, allowing the child to sit on the seat cushion 300 and hold the armrest assembly 200 with both hands. When the seat cushion 300 is switched from the unfolded state to the folded state, the child can press the end of the seat cushion 300 away from the armrest assembly 200. During the folding process, the seat cushion 300 causes the armrest assembly 200 to rise. When the seat cushion 300 is in the folded state, it folds up along the baffle assembly, allowing the child to slide on the baffle assembly. The operation is simple, convenient, and quick, making it easy for children to use.

[0041] It should be noted that when the seat 300 is in the unfolded state, the support member 400 is tilted relative to the seat 300 to support the seat 300. This can prevent excessive stress on the hinge position of the seat 300, reduce the bending deformation of the seat 300, and thus improve the service life of the scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing.

[0042] In some embodiments of this utility model, the pedal assembly includes a base plate 110, a connecting frame 120, and an inner rod 130. The connecting frame 120 is located at the front end of the base plate 110, and the inner rod 130 is located on the connecting frame 120. The handrail assembly 200 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod 130. By setting the inner rod 130, the handrail assembly 200 can be guided so that the handrail assembly 200 can slide in the up and down direction.

[0043] For example, the base plate 110 is arranged horizontally along its length, the connecting frame 120 is arranged vertically, the inner rod 130 is arranged vertically, and the handrail assembly 200 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod 130, and the handrail assembly 200 abuts against the outer periphery of the inner rod 130, so that the handrail assembly 200 can be guided so that the handrail assembly 200 can slide vertically.

[0044] In some embodiments of this utility model, the armrest assembly 200 includes a slide 210, an outer rod 220, and an armrest 230. The outer rod 220 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod 130, and the armrest 230 is located at the end of the outer rod 220 away from the pedal assembly. The slide 210 is located on the outer rod 220 and hinged to the seat cushion 300. When the seat cushion 300 switches between an unfolded state and a folded state, the armrest 230 can automatically rise or fall without the need for children to manually adjust the height of the armrest 230, making it convenient for children to use.

[0045] For example, when the seat cushion 300 is in the folded state, the seat cushion 300 is positioned opposite the connecting frame 120 and is positioned vertically. During the process of switching the seat cushion 300 from the folded state to the unfolded state, the height of the armrest 230 gradually decreases, and the seat cushion 300 swings relative to the slide 210 so that the seat cushion 300 is positioned horizontally. The armrest 230 can automatically rise or fall without the need for children to manually adjust the height of the armrest 230, making it convenient for children to use.

[0046] In some embodiments of this utility model, when the seat 300 is at its maximum unfolded angle, the armrest 230 abuts against the connecting frame 120, so that the seat 300 can be stably in the unfolded state, which can simplify the structure of the armrest assembly 200 and improve the reliability of the scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing.

[0047] For example, when the seat 300 is in the unfolded state, the seat 300 is set in the horizontal direction, and the armrest 230 abuts against the connecting frame 120, which can limit the armrest 230 from moving further downward, so that the seat 300 can be stably in the unfolded state. This simplifies the structure of the armrest assembly 200 and improves the reliability of the scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing.

[0048] In some embodiments of this utility model, the slide 210 and the outer rod 220 are an integral structure, which can reduce the number of molds, thereby reducing the production and manufacturing cost of the molds and thus reducing the production and manufacturing cost of the scooter that can be converted from sitting to standing.

[0049] For example, the slide 210 and the outer rod 220 can be integrally molded by injection molding, which can reduce the number of molds and reduce the production cost of the molds, thereby reducing the production cost of the scooter that can be converted to a seated position.

[0050] As another implementation, the slide block 210 and the outer rod 220 can also be fixedly connected by welding, wherein the welding method includes, but is not limited to, resistance welding, laser welding or ultrasonic welding.

[0051] In some embodiments of this utility model, the connecting frame 120 is provided with a first groove 121, and the inner rod 130 is housed in the first groove 121, which can hide the inner rod 130 to avoid injury to children when the outer rod 220 slides relative to the inner rod 130, and can improve the reliability of the scooter that can be converted to a sitting position.

[0052] For example, the first groove 121 is a strip-shaped structure that extends vertically. The lower end of the inner rod 130 is connected to the bottom wall of the first groove 121, and the upper end of the inner rod 130 is connected to the top wall of the first groove 121. By installing the inner rod 130 inside the first groove 121, the inner rod 130 can be hidden to prevent injury to children when the outer rod 220 slides relative to the inner rod 130, thereby improving the reliability of the scooter that can be converted to a seated position.

[0053] In some embodiments of this utility model, the side wall of the first groove 121 is provided with a clearance hole, and the outer rod 220 passes through the clearance hole, so that the upper end of the outer rod 220 can easily extend out of the first groove 121, so that the handrail 230 can be located above the connecting frame 120, thereby facilitating children to slide.

[0054] It should be noted that the clearance hole is located on the top wall of the first groove 121. The diameter of the clearance hole matches the outer diameter of the outer rod 220. The upper end of the outer rod 220 extends to the top of the connecting frame 120 through the clearance hole, which allows the upper end of the outer rod 220 to extend out of the first groove 121 so that the handrail 230 can be located above the connecting frame 120, thereby facilitating children's sliding.

[0055] In some embodiments of this utility model, the seat cushion 300 is provided with a hinge portion 310, and the support member 400 is hinged to the hinge portion 310. When the seat cushion 300 is at its maximum unfolding angle, the hinge portion 310 is located on the lower side of the seat cushion 300, which can improve the support reliability of the support member 400.

[0056] For example, when the seat cushion 300 is at its maximum unfolded angle, the hinge 310 is located on the side of the seat cushion 300 facing the base plate 110, and the support member 400 is inclined relative to the seat cushion 300, so that the support member 400 can distribute the weight of the child on the seat cushion 300. On the one hand, the support member 400 can effectively support the seat cushion 300, and on the other hand, it can improve the service life of the support member 400, thereby improving the support reliability of the support member 400.

[0057] In another embodiment, the hinge 310 may also be on the left or right side of the seat cushion 300, and there is no limitation on this.

[0058] In some embodiments of this utility model, the seat cushion 300 is provided with a second groove 320. When the seat cushion 300 is in a folded state, part of the support member 400 is accommodated in the second groove 320, which can hide the support member 400, thereby reducing the space occupied by the support member 400, so that children can have more standing space and can easily stand and slide.

[0059] For example, the hinge portion 310 is located within the second groove 320. When the seat cushion 300 is in the unfolded state, the support member 400 extends out of the second groove 320. When the seat cushion 300 is in the folded state, a portion of the support member 400 is accommodated within the second groove 320, which can hide the support member 400 and reduce the space occupied by the support member 400, so that children can have more standing space and it is convenient for children to stand and slide.

[0060] It should be noted that when the seat cushion 300 is in the folded state, the support member 400 can also be completely accommodated in the second groove 320, as long as the space occupied by the support member 400 is reduced, there is no restriction here.

[0061] In some embodiments of this utility model, the front part of the pedal assembly is provided with a first wheel 510, and the rear part of the pedal assembly is provided with a second wheel 520. There are two first wheels 510 and one second wheel 520, which can improve the rated gliding stability of the scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing.

[0062] Understandably, children need to use one foot to glide when using a convertible scooter. By configuring the number of first wheels 510 to two, the convertible scooter can glide stably, reducing the chance of children falling and improving the safety of using the convertible scooter.

[0063] As another implementation, the first wheel 510 may be configured with one, and the second wheel 520 may be configured with two, or the first wheel 510 and the second wheel 520 may each be configured with two, without limitation.

[0064] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0065] The present invention has been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

Claims

1. A scooter that can be switched between sitting and standing positions, characterized in that, include: Pedal assembly; A handrail assembly (200) is located at the front of the pedal assembly and can slide in the vertical direction; The seat cushion (300) is rotatably connected to the armrest assembly (200) so that the seat cushion (300) has an unfolded state and a folded state; A support member (400), one end of which is hinged to the seat cushion (300) and the other end of which is hinged to the pedal assembly; When the seat cushion (300) switches from the unfolded state to the folded state, the armrest assembly (200) gradually rises; or when the seat cushion (300) switches from the folded state to the unfolded state, the armrest assembly (200) gradually descends.

2. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pedal assembly includes a base plate (110), a connecting frame (120), and an inner rod (130). The connecting frame (120) is located at the front end of the base plate (110), and the inner rod (130) is located on the connecting frame (120). The handrail assembly (200) is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod (130).

3. The scooter with convertible seating position according to claim 2, characterized in that, The armrest assembly (200) includes a slide (210), an outer rod (220), and an armrest piece (230). The outer rod (220) is sleeved on the outer periphery of the inner rod (130). The armrest piece (230) is located at the end of the outer rod (220) away from the pedal assembly. The slide (210) is located on the outer rod (220) and hinged to the seat cushion (300).

4. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the seat cushion (300) is at its maximum unfolded angle, the armrest (230) abuts against the connecting frame (120).

5. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 3, characterized in that, The slide block (210) and the outer rod (220) are an integral structure.

6. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting frame (120) is provided with a first groove (121), and the inner rod (130) is accommodated in the first groove (121).

7. The convertible scooter according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sidewall of the first groove (121) is provided with a clearance hole, and the outer rod (220) passes through the clearance hole.

8. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat cushion (300) is provided with a hinge portion (310), and the support member (400) is hinged to the hinge portion (310). When the seat cushion (300) is at its maximum unfolding angle, the hinge portion (310) is located on the lower side of the seat cushion (300).

9. The convertible scooter for sitting or standing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cushion (300) is provided with a second groove (320), and when the cushion (300) is in the folded state, at least a portion of the support member (400) is accommodated in the second groove (320).

10. The convertible scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pedal assembly has a first wheel (510) at the front and a second wheel (520) at the rear. There are two first wheels (510) and one second wheel (520).

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