Manual clothes airing device for wardrobe

Abstract

A manual clothes airing device for a wardrobe comprises two rotating rods connected to the two sides of the inner wall of a wardrobe body, a hanging rod is installed on the tops of the two rotating rods in a crossing mode, and a pull rod is movably installed in the middle of the hanging rod; the bottom of the rotating rod is connected with the cabinet body through a rotating mechanism, the rotating mechanism comprises a main shell fixed to the cabinet body and a rotating shaft sleeve rotationally installed in the main shell through a rotating shaft, a swing groove is formed in the side face of the main shell, and the rotating rod penetrates through the swing groove in the main shell to be connected with the rotating shaft sleeve; an air support spring is mounted on one side of the main shell, and the free end of the air support spring is connected to the bottom of the rotating shaft sleeve; a buffer check block is arranged in the main shell, a buffer and a rotating rod lower hem are installed in the rotating shaft sleeve in a protruding mode, and the buffer abuts against the buffer check block to limit the speed of the rotating rod lower hem. The rotating mechanism has the advantages that the rotating rod and the rotating shaft sleeve are connected in a simple inserting mode, connection is stable and reliable, and the durability of the whole rotating mechanism is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household hardware, specifically a manual clothes drying rack for wardrobes. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional wardrobe hanging rods are fixed high up to prevent clothes from getting dirty when placed low. Retrieving clothes from the rod requires a lever or other climbing tools, which is inconvenient. To address this, manually pull-down hanging rods have emerged. However, some pull-down rods require considerable force to lift from a low position to a high position after a heavy load, making the operation time-consuming and laborious. Furthermore, due to the lack of a damping mechanism, the rod can descend too quickly due to the weight of the clothes, posing a safety risk. Additionally, pulling the rod down to its lowest position may cause a sudden impact or vibration, affecting the user experience, damaging the rod's mechanism, and shortening its lifespan.

[0003] Secondly, the pull-down clothes racks on the market have a relatively simple structure and lack a certain limiting mechanism. This may cause the clothes rack to make direct rigid contact with the cabinet or other components when it reaches the highest or lowest position. This can not only easily produce harsh noise, but also damage the clothes rack itself or the structure of the cabinet with long-term use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies and provide a manual clothes drying rack for wardrobes that is simple in structure, low in manufacturing cost, has a limit on the up and down swing of the rotating rod, protects the clothes drying rack and cabinet from damage, extends service life, provides upward assistance and downward cushioning for the clothes drying rack, operates smoothly and quietly, is highly safe, and enhances the appearance.

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is achieved in the following way: a manual clothes drying rack for wardrobes, comprising two rotating rods connected to both sides of the inner wall of the wardrobe, a hanging rod mounted horizontally across the top of the two rotating rods, and a pull rod movably mounted in the middle of the hanging rod; the bottom of the rotating rods is connected to the wardrobe body through a rotating mechanism.

[0006] The rotating mechanism includes a main housing fixed to the cabinet and a rotating bushing rotatably installed in the main housing via a rotating shaft. The main housing has a swing groove on its side, and the rotating rod passes through the swing groove on the main housing and connects to the rotating bushing.

[0007] An upper limit shaft is connected to the top of the main housing. When the rotating rod swings upward, the rotating bushing presses against the upper limit shaft to limit the maximum upward swing angle of the rotating rod. A lower limit shaft is connected to the bottom of the main housing. When the rotating rod swings downward, the rotating rod presses against the lower limit shaft to limit the maximum downward swing angle of the rotating rod.

[0008] A gas spring is installed on one side of the main housing, and the free end of the gas spring is connected to the bottom of the rotating bushing. A buffer block is provided inside the main housing, and a buffer is protruding inside the rotating bushing. When the rotating rod swings down, the buffer presses against the buffer block to limit the swing speed of the rotating rod.

[0009] The rotating bushing has a slot, and a mounting post protrudes from the inner wall of the slot. The end of the mounting post is inclined to form a guide slope, and a mounting hole is provided through the side wall of the rotating rod. When the rotating rod is inserted into the slot, the mounting hole aligns with the mounting post to restrict the axial displacement of the rotating rod.

[0010] An upper limit positioner is connected to one side of the upper rotating shaft sleeve. The rotating rod swings upward, and the upper limit positioner presses against the upper limit shaft. The upper limit shaft is covered with a sound-absorbing pad.

[0011] The lower limit shaft is covered with a sound-absorbing pad.

[0012] The gas spring includes a drive cylinder and a telescopic rod. The drive cylinder is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the main housing. A spring is installed on the outer ring of the telescopic rod. The fixed end of the spring is located on the drive cylinder, and its free end is pressed against the rotating bushing. The spring generates a thrust, which pushes the rotating bushing to rotate upward.

[0013] The swing groove is covered with a decorative panel, and the rotating rod passes through the decorative panel and is connected to the rotating bushing.

[0014] The inner wall of one side of the swing groove is formed by the recess of the main shell to create a guide groove. A guide platform is installed on the open side of the guide groove. The decorative panel is clamped in the guide groove and locked on the inner wall of the guide platform. The rotating rod swings, synchronously driving the decorative panel to slide in the guide groove.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. Simple structure, low manufacturing cost, and improved market competitiveness.

[0016] 2. An upper limit axis and a lower limit axis are set to limit the maximum swing angle of the rotating rod, effectively preventing the rotating rod or rotating mechanism from directly colliding with the wardrobe or other parts, thus extending its service life.

[0017] 3. The limit shaft is covered with a sound-absorbing pad to absorb impact energy, significantly reducing noise and vibration at the end of operation, and protecting the clothes dryer and cabinet.

[0018] 4. The gas spring provides upward assistance to the swing arm, reducing the user's operating burden and making operation more convenient and comfortable.

[0019] 5. A buffer is installed to limit the swing speed, avoiding impact or noise caused by sudden descent, making the descent process smoother and more reliable, safer, and extending service life.

[0020] 6. The rotating rod and the rotating bushing are connected by a simple plug-in method, which is stable, reliable and firm, improving the durability of the overall rotating mechanism.

[0021] 7. Install a decorative panel to cover the swing groove, which enhances the overall aesthetics of the clothes dryer, protects the rotating mechanism from external objects, and extends its service life. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a rendering of the final assembly of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the lower hem of the clothes drying rack in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the clothes drying rack in its upper position according to this utility model.

[0025] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the structure of the hanging rod and the rotating rod in this utility model.

[0026] Figure 5-6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the rotating mechanism in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the rotating mechanism in this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the decorative panel in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe includes two rotating rods 2 connected to both sides of the inner wall of the cabinet 1. A hanging rod 10 is installed across the top of the two rotating rods 2, and a pull rod 11 is movably installed in the middle of the hanging rod 10. The bottom of the rotating rods 2 is connected to the cabinet 1 through a rotating mechanism.

[0030] The rotating mechanism includes a main housing 3 fixed to the cabinet 1, and a rotating bushing 4 rotatably installed in the main housing 3 via a rotating shaft 41. The main housing 3 has a swing groove 31 on its side, and the rotating rod 2 passes through the swing groove 31 on the main housing 3 and is connected to the rotating bushing 4.

[0031] An upper limit shaft 5 is connected above the main housing 3. The rotating rod 2 swings upward, and the rotating bushing 4 presses against the upper limit shaft 5 to limit the maximum upward swing angle of the rotating rod 2. A lower limit shaft 6 is connected below the main housing 3. The rotating rod 2 swings downward, and the rotating rod 2 presses against the lower limit shaft 6 to limit the maximum downward swing angle of the rotating rod 2.

[0032] A gas spring 7 is installed on one side of the main housing 3, and the free end of the gas spring 7 is connected to the bottom of the rotating bushing 4. A buffer block 81 is provided inside the main housing 3, and a buffer 8 is protruding inside the rotating bushing 4. When the rotating rod 2 swings down, the buffer 8 presses against the buffer block 81 to limit the swing speed of the rotating rod 2.

[0033] The two ends of the hanging rod are connected to a rotating mechanism via rotating rods, while the pull rod is movably installed in the middle of the hanging rod. Users can pull down the pull rod to lower the hanging rod and rotating rod simultaneously, thus lowering the clothes dryer as a whole, making it easier for users to use the hanging rod. Figure 2 The clothes dryer is shown in the image. Users can lift the lever, causing the hanging rod and rotating rod to rise simultaneously, thus resetting the entire clothes dryer for easy storage. Figure 3 The state shown.

[0034] The rotating mechanism is installed at the bottom of the rotating rod. The rotating rod passes through the swing groove opened in the main housing of the rotating mechanism and is connected to the rotating bushing built into the main housing. The rotating bushing and the rotating rod are connected by a rotating shaft. The swing of the rotating rod synchronously drives the rotating bushing to rotate.

[0035] like Figure 5 , 6 As shown. When the rotating rod swings upward to the set highest position, one side of the rotating bushing contacts and presses against the upper limit shaft above the main housing, preventing the rod from rotating further upward. Similarly, when the rotating rod swings downward to the set lowest position, it contacts and presses against the lower limit shaft below the main housing, preventing the rod from rotating further downward. The design of the upper and lower limit shafts limits the vertical swing angle of the rotating rod, ensuring that the clothes dryer operates within a fixed and safe angle range, avoiding collisions or structural damage that may be caused by excessive swinging in traditional methods.

[0036] like Figure 5 , 6 As shown. A gas spring is installed inside the clothes dryer and positioned between the main housing and the rotating bushing. The gas spring provides auxiliary power. When the user needs to lift the clothes dryer from the bottom position, the gas spring provides upward support to the rotating bushing, assisting the user in raising and resetting the clothes dryer, reducing the user's effort and making it easier for the user to operate.

[0037] like Figure 5 , 6As shown. A buffer is installed inside the rotating bushing, and a corresponding buffer stop is set. When the user pulls down the clothes dryer, after the rotating rod swings down to a certain angle, the buffer and the buffer stop make contact with each other, generating a certain damping force, effectively buffering the speed of the rotating rod's descent, avoiding the impact or noise caused by sudden stop limit, making the clothes dryer's descent process more stable and extending the service life of the clothes dryer.

[0038] The rotating bushing 4 is provided with a slot 42, and a mounting post 43 protrudes from the inner wall of the slot 42. The end of the mounting post 43 is inclined to form a guide slope, and a mounting hole 21 is provided through the side wall of the rotating rod 2. When the rotating rod 2 is inserted into the slot 42, the mounting hole 21 is connected with the mounting post 43 to restrict the axial displacement of the rotating rod 2.

[0039] like Figure 7 As shown, the connection between the rotating rod and the rotating bushing is further defined. During the insertion process of the rotating rod into the slot, the mounting hole of the rotating rod mates with the mounting post on the inner wall of the slot, and the mating connection of the shaft hole effectively prevents the rotating rod from sliding along the slot axis during use, thus preventing the rotating rod from sliding out of the slot. This restricts the axial displacement of the rotating rod, ensuring the stable and reliable connection of the rotating rod and ensuring its stable operation.

[0040] An upper limit platform 51 is connected to one side of the upper part of the rotating bushing 4. The rotating rod 2 swings up and the upper limit platform 51 presses against the upper limit shaft 5. The upper limit shaft 5 is covered with a sound-absorbing pad 61.

[0041] like Figure 5 As shown, to accommodate the connection of the upper limit shaft, an upper limit platform is connected to one side of the rotating bushing. When the rotating rod swings to its maximum angle, the upper limit platform contacts and presses against the upper limit shaft, making the upward swing of the rotating rod more precise. Simultaneously, a sound-absorbing pad is used to cover the upper limit shaft, absorbing the impact force of the contact between the upper limit platform and the upper limit shaft. This significantly reduces noise and vibration generated during collisions, improving the user experience and making the clothes dryer operation quieter and more sophisticated.

[0042] The lower limit shaft 6 is covered with a sound-absorbing pad 61.

[0043] like Figure 6 As shown, a sound-absorbing pad is used to cover the lower limit shaft to absorb the impact force of the contact between the rotating rod and the lower limit shaft, which significantly reduces the noise and vibration generated during the collision, improves the user experience, and makes the clothes dryer operation quieter and more upscale.

[0044] The gas spring 7 includes a drive cylinder 71 and a telescopic rod 72. The drive cylinder 71 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the main housing 3. A spring 73 is installed on the outer ring of the telescopic rod 72. The fixed end of the spring 73 is located on the drive cylinder 71, and its free end is pressed on the rotating bushing 4. The spring 73 generates a thrust, which pushes the rotating bushing 4 to rotate upward.

[0045] like Figure 5 , 6 As shown, the structure of the gas spring is further defined. The gas spring includes a drive cylinder and a telescopic rod connected to it, with a spring fitted around the telescopic rod, and the free end of the spring located on a rotating bushing. When the rod swings down, the rotating bushing compresses the spring, storing elastic potential energy to prepare for the subsequent lifting of the clothes dryer. When the rod swings up, the elastic potential energy is released, and the spring consistently provides an upward thrust to the rotating bushing, assisting in the lifting of the clothes dryer. This significantly reduces the burden on the user when the clothes dryer rises and returns to its original position, making the lifting and returning of the clothes dryer easier and less strenuous, providing a more comfortable and convenient user experience.

[0046] The swing groove 31 is covered with a decorative plate 9, and the rotating rod 2 passes through the decorative plate 9 and is connected to the rotating bushing 4.

[0047] A decorative panel is installed on the swing groove. The rotating rod needs to be inserted into this decorative panel to connect with the internal rotating bushing. The rotating rod drives the decorative panel to move synchronously. The decorative panel conceals the swing groove, preventing the user from seeing the internal state of the rotating mechanism. This makes the clothes dryer look cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing, enhancing its overall quality. At the same time, the decorative panel effectively prevents dust and debris from entering the rotating mechanism, avoiding malfunctions or damage caused by external objects, thus protecting the rotating mechanism and extending its service life.

[0048] The inner wall of one side of the swing groove 31 is recessed by the main housing 3 to form a guide groove 32. A guide platform 33 is installed on one side of the guide groove 32. The decorative plate 9 is clamped in the guide groove 32 and is stuck on the inner wall of the guide platform 33. The rotating rod 2 swings, synchronously driving the decorative plate 9 to slide in the guide groove 32.

[0049] like Figure 8 As shown, the installation method and movement of the decorative panel are further defined. To accommodate the movement of the decorative panel, a guide groove is provided on the side wall of the main housing. One side of the guide groove is open. After the decorative panel is installed through this open end, a guide platform is used to restrict the open end, so that the decorative panel is clamped and connected between the guide groove and the guide platform, limiting the sliding direction of the decorative panel. This ensures that the decorative panel can effectively and dynamically cover the swing groove, and the decorative panel always maintains a good appearance shielding effect and protective function, ensuring that the decorative panel remains smooth and stable during the sliding process.

[0050] Working principle: In this manual clothes drying rack, the user can pull the lever to lower the hanging rod to put clothes down and raise it back up for storage, in cooperation with the rotating mechanism and the rotating rod.

[0051] During the downward swing of the rotating rod, the rod drives the rotating bushing to rotate synchronously. When the rod swings to a certain angle, the buffer on the rotating bushing contacts and presses against the buffer stop in the main housing, slowing down the downward swing speed and achieving deceleration and buffering of the clothes dryer until the rod stops swinging when pressed against the lower limit shaft. During the upward swing of the rotating rod, the gas spring installed between the main housing and the rotating bushing activates, releasing the elastic potential energy stored during the downward swing, providing significant upward assistance to the rotating rod, greatly reducing the user's operating burden. Users can easily reset and store the clothes dryer, improving user convenience and comfort. Similarly, regarding the working principle of the lower limit shaft, when the rotating rod swings to the preset maximum angle, the upper limit platform connected to the rotating bushing contacts and presses against the upper limit shaft, limiting the maximum upward swing angle of the rotating rod.

[0052] An upper and lower limit shaft is installed. When the rotating rod reaches its maximum upward and downward swing angles, it presses against the corresponding limit shaft, providing precise end-point limitation for the rotating rod and effectively preventing the rotating rod or rotating mechanism from directly colliding with the wardrobe or other components. At the same time, sound-absorbing pads are wrapped around the limit shafts to further absorb the impact energy upon contact, significantly reducing noise and vibration at the end of operation and protecting the clothes dryer and cabinet.

[0053] The rotating rod and the rotating bushing are securely connected via a simple plug-in structure, effectively preventing axial loosening of the rotating rod and improving its stability and reliability. Meanwhile, guided by the guide groove, the decorative panel slides synchronously with the swing of the rotating rod, always covering the swing groove on the main housing. This ensures both aesthetics and protection, making it widely applicable.

[0054] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model.

Claims

1. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe, comprising two rotating rods (2) connected to both sides of the inner wall of the wardrobe (1), a hanging rod (10) being installed across the top of the two rotating rods (2), and a pull rod (11) being movably installed in the middle of the hanging rod (10); the bottom of the rotating rods (2) is connected to the wardrobe (1) via a rotating mechanism, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism includes a main housing (3) fixed to the cabinet (1) and a rotating bushing (4) rotatably installed in the main housing (3) via a rotating shaft (41). The main housing (3) has a swing groove (31) on its side, and the rotating rod (2) passes through the swing groove (31) on the main housing (3) and connects to the rotating bushing (4). An upper limit shaft (5) is connected above the main housing (3). The rotating rod (2) swings upward, and the rotating bushing (4) presses against the upper limit shaft (5) to limit the maximum upward swing angle of the rotating rod (2). A lower limit shaft (6) is connected below the main housing (3). The rotating rod (2) swings downward, and the rotating rod (2) presses against the lower limit shaft (6) to limit the maximum downward swing angle of the rotating rod (2). A gas spring (7) is installed on one side of the main housing (3), and the free end of the gas spring (7) is connected to the bottom of the rotating bushing (4); a buffer block (81) is provided inside the main housing (3), and a buffer (8) is protruding inside the rotating bushing (4). When the rotating rod (2) swings down, the buffer (8) presses against the buffer block (81) to limit the swing speed of the rotating rod (2).

2. The manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating bushing (4) is provided with a slot (42), and a mounting post (43) protrudes from the inner wall of the slot (42). The end of the mounting post (43) is inclined to form a guide slope, and a mounting hole (21) is provided through the side wall of the rotating rod (2). When the rotating rod (2) is inserted into the slot (42), the mounting hole (21) and the mounting post (43) are connected to restrict the axial displacement of the rotating rod (2).

3. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper side of the rotating bushing (4) is connected to an upper limit platform (51), the rotating rod (2) swings up, and the upper limit platform (51) presses on the upper limit shaft (5); the upper limit shaft (5) is covered with a sound-absorbing pad (61).

4. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower limit shaft (6) is covered with a sound-absorbing pad (61).

5. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gas spring (7) includes a drive cylinder (71) and a telescopic rod (72). The drive cylinder (71) is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the main housing (3). A spring (73) is installed on the outer ring of the telescopic rod (72). The fixed end of the spring (73) is located on the drive cylinder (71), and its free end is pressed on the rotating bushing (4). The spring (73) generates thrust, which pushes the rotating bushing (4) to rotate upward.

6. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The swing groove (31) is covered with a decorative plate (9), and the rotating rod (2) passes through the decorative plate (9) and is connected to the rotating bushing (4).

7. A manual clothes drying rack for a wardrobe according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner wall of one side of the swing groove (31) is formed by the recess of the main shell (3) to form a guide groove (32). A guide platform (33) is installed on one side of the guide groove (32). The decorative plate (9) is clamped in the guide groove (32) and placed on the inner wall of the guide platform (33). The rotating rod (2) swings, and synchronously drives the decorative plate (9) to slide in the guide groove (32).

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