Supporting device and bathroom cabinet

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of bathroom cabinets, and discloses a supporting device and a bathroom cabinet, the supporting device comprises a pedal assembly, an elastic driving assembly and a locking assembly, and the pedal assembly is suitable for moving between a first position and a second position in the first direction; the elastic driving assembly is connected with the pedal assembly, and when the pedal assembly is in the first position state, the elastic driving assembly stores energy and has the trend of driving the pedal assembly to move from the first position to the second position; the locking assembly is used for locking the pedal assembly at the first position. According to the supporting device and the bathroom cabinet, the problem that use is inconvenient is solved or improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of bathroom cabinet technology, specifically to support devices and bathroom cabinets. Background Technology

[0002] Bathroom vanities are pieces of furniture in the bathroom used for washing and storing toiletries, towels, and other items. They not only have storage functions but also serve a decorative purpose.

[0003] Bathroom vanities and washbasins are quite tall, so shorter children need to use a stool to wash themselves. However, standing on a stool to wash can easily cause them to slip and fall, posing a certain danger.

[0004] In related technologies, bathroom cabinets are equipped with a ladder that needs to be manually pulled out of the cabinet so that children can stand on it to wash up. However, the ladder needs to be manually pulled out each time it is used, which is inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, this application provides a support device and a bathroom cabinet to solve or improve the problem of inconvenience in use.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a support device, comprising:

[0007] A foot pedal assembly adapted to move along a first direction between a first position and a second position;

[0008] An elastic drive component is connected to the foot pedal component. When the foot pedal component is in the first position, the elastic drive component stores energy and has a tendency to drive the foot pedal component to move from the first position to the second position.

[0009] A locking component is used to lock the foot pedal component in the first position.

[0010] In this embodiment, when the support device is installed on the bathroom cabinet, children are too short to use bathroom cabinets designed for adults. Therefore, installing the support device on the bathroom cabinet makes it easier for children to use. Before the bathroom cabinet is used, the locking component locks the foot pedal component in the first position. At this time, the elastic drive component is in a stored-energy state, and the foot pedal component retracts into the cabinet. The elastic drive component has a tendency to drive the foot pedal component from the first position to the second position. When a child uses the bathroom cabinet, the locking component releases the foot pedal component, and the elastic drive component drives the foot pedal component from the first position to the second position, causing the foot pedal component to move along the first direction and extend out of the cabinet for the child to step on. This eliminates the need to manually pull the foot pedal component out from the bottom of the bathroom cabinet, making it more convenient to use.

[0011] The foot pedal assembly is extended out of the bathroom cabinet by a flexible drive component. Compared with the foot pedal assembly driven by an empowerment device in related technologies, the support device has a simpler structure and lower cost.

[0012] In one alternative embodiment, the foot pedal assembly is adapted to rotate about a first centerline;

[0013] Alternatively, the position of the foot pedal assembly along the second direction is adjustable.

[0014] In one alternative implementation, a connecting plate is also included;

[0015] The foot pedal assembly includes a foot pedal and a sliding plate, the sliding plate being connected to the foot pedal, the elastic drive assembly being connected to the sliding plate, and the connecting plate being slidably connected to the sliding plate.

[0016] In one alternative embodiment, the sliding plate is provided with a rotatable connecting part, and the foot pedal is rotatably connected to the sliding plate through the rotatable connecting part.

[0017] In one optional embodiment, the rotating connection includes:

[0018] A connecting cylinder, one end of which is connected to the sliding plate;

[0019] A first plate body is connected to the side of the connecting cylinder away from the sliding plate;

[0020] The foot pedal has a mounting hole and is disposed between the sliding plate and the first plate. The mounting hole is rotatably connected to the connecting cylinder, and the two end faces of the mounting hole slide against the sliding plate and the first plate, respectively.

[0021] In one optional embodiment, the outer wall of the connecting cylinder is provided with a plurality of protrusions, which are arranged at equal angles along the circumference of the connecting cylinder. The inner wall of the mounting hole is provided with a plurality of grooves, and the plurality of protrusions can be engaged with the plurality of grooves one by one to limit the foot pedal when it is adjusted to a preset angle.

[0022] In one alternative implementation, the locking component includes:

[0023] The locking hook is adapted to move between a third position and a fourth position, and in the state of the third position, it is capable of locking the foot pedal assembly in the first position;

[0024] A linkage device, connected to the locking hook, is used to drive the locking hook to move between the third position and the fourth position;

[0025] A reset device, connected to the linkage or locking hook, is used to reset the locking hook to the third position.

[0026] In one optional embodiment, the connecting plate is provided with a mounting groove on the side near the sliding plate, the elastic drive assembly and the sliding plate are both disposed in the mounting groove, the outer side wall of the connecting plate is provided with a through hole communicating with the mounting groove, the locking hook is rotatably connected to the connecting plate, and the locking hook can pass through the through hole and be detachably connected to the sliding plate.

[0027] The reset device is connected to the linkage device.

[0028] In one optional embodiment, the elastic drive assembly includes: at least one elastic element disposed within the mounting groove, the elastic element having a connecting end and a driving end, the connecting end being connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove, and the driving end being connected to the sliding plate.

[0029] In one optional embodiment, the elastic drive assembly includes: at least one elastic element disposed within the mounting groove, the elastic element having a connecting end and a driving end, the connecting end being connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove, and the driving end being connected to the sliding plate.

[0030] Secondly, this application also provides a bathroom cabinet, including: a cabinet body and a support device, wherein the foot pedal assembly is slidably connected to the bottom of the cabinet body. Attached Figure Description

[0031] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments of this application or 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 application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a support device in use according to an embodiment of this application;

[0033] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the diagram;

[0034] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of a support device according to an embodiment of this application, taken from another angle in its use state.

[0035] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The front view;

[0036] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part B in the diagram;

[0037] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a support device according to an embodiment of this application, with the connecting plate removed.

[0038] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A magnified view of part of C;

[0039] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A magnified view of part of D;

[0040] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the rotating connection and foot pedal assembly in a support device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A magnified view of part of E in the diagram;

[0042] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the structure of a support device in a non-use state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the structure of a support device in a non-use state with the connecting plate removed, according to an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of the structure of a bathroom cabinet according to an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting plate in a support device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0046] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0047] 1. Cabinet body; 2. Foot pedal assembly; 201. Sliding plate; 202. Foot pedal; 2021. Mounting hole; 203. Guide protrusion; 2031. First horizontal plate; 2032. First vertical plate; 3. Elastic drive assembly; 301. Connecting strip; 3011. Sliding protrusion; 302. Elastic element; 4. Locking assembly; 401. Locking hook; 402. Linkage device; 4021. Guide column; 4022. Transmission plate; 4023. Second connecting rod; 4024. First connecting rod; 4025. 1. Mounting plate; 40251. Second horizontal plate; 40252. Second vertical plate; 403. Reset device; 404. Pressing plate; 5. Connecting plate; 501. Mounting groove; 502. Through hole; 6. Guide groove; 7. Rotating connection part; 701. Connecting cylinder; 702. First plate body; 703. Fixing cylinder; 8. Protrusion; 9. Groove; 10. Annular groove; 11. Inclined surface; 12. Support plate; 13. Connecting ear; 1301. Through hole; 14. Fixing plate; 15. Connecting hole; X, First direction. Detailed Implementation

[0048] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0049] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," 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 application and for 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 application. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0050] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly 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; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0051] Bathroom vanities are pieces of furniture in the bathroom used for washing and storing toiletries, towels, and other items. They not only have storage functions but also serve a decorative purpose.

[0052] Bathroom vanities and washbasins are quite tall. Shorter children need to use a stool to wash themselves independently. However, standing on a stool to wash can easily cause them to slip and fall, posing a certain danger.

[0053] In some related technologies, bathroom vanities are equipped with a ladder that needs to be manually pulled out so children can stand on it to wash up. However, manually pulling out the ladder each time is inconvenient. Another solution is to install an electric foot pedal in the bathroom vanity, which is controlled by a control system to extend and retract, allowing children to stand on it to wash up. However, bathroom vanities are often used in humid environments, and prolonged use can easily lead to poor wiring connections and damage.

[0054] The following is combined Figures 1 to 14 This describes an embodiment of the present application.

[0055] According to an embodiment of this application, a support device is provided, including: a foot pedal assembly 2, an elastic drive assembly 3, and a locking assembly 4.

[0056] Specifically, the foot pedal assembly 2 is adapted to move along the first direction X between a first position and a second position;

[0057] The elastic drive component 3 is connected to the foot pedal component 2. When the foot pedal component 2 is in the first position, the elastic drive component 3 stores energy and has the tendency to drive the foot pedal component 2 to move from the first position to the second position.

[0058] The locking component 4 is used to lock the foot pedal component 2 in the first position.

[0059] In this embodiment, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figures 12 to 13 As shown, in the scenario where the support device is installed on the bathroom cabinet, children are too short to use bathroom cabinets designed for adults. Therefore, installing the support device on the bathroom cabinet makes it easier for children to use. Before the bathroom cabinet is used, the locking component 4 locks the foot pedal component 2 in the first position. At this time, the elastic drive component 3 is in a stored state, and the foot pedal component 2 retracts into the cabinet body 1. The elastic drive component 3 has a tendency to drive the foot pedal component 2 from the first position to the second position. When a child uses the bathroom cabinet, the locking component 4 releases the foot pedal component 2, and the elastic drive component 3 drives the foot pedal component 2 from the first position to the second position, causing the foot pedal component 2 to move along the first direction X and extend outside the cabinet body 1 of the bathroom cabinet for the child to step on. There is no need to manually pull the foot pedal component 2 out from the bottom of the bathroom cabinet, making it more convenient to use.

[0060] The foot pedal assembly 2 is extended out of the cabinet 1 by the elastic drive assembly 3. Compared with the related technology of driving the foot pedal assembly 2 by the empowerment device, the support device has a simpler structure and lower cost.

[0061] The power-generating components include devices such as motors or cylinders that require continuous power for driving. However, this application does not require a continuous external power supply, does not require wiring, can be installed quickly, uses the energy generated by elastic contraction to drive the foot pedal assembly 2 to move, and uses a support device composed of purely mechanical parts, which is easy to replace and maintain, has low cost, and long service life.

[0062] In other applications, the support device can be installed on a wardrobe to make it easier for users to retrieve clothes.

[0063] In some embodiments, such as Figure 13 As shown, the first direction X is the depth direction of cabinet 1.

[0064] In some embodiments, pressing the locking component 4 can disconnect the locking hook 401 from the elastic drive component 3, and under the elastic force of the elastic drive component 3, push the foot pedal component 2 to move along the first direction X to the second position.

[0065] In a further embodiment, pressing the locking component 4 can drive the locking hook 401 to move away from the elastic drive component 3, thereby releasing the restriction on the elastic drive component 3.

[0066] In one embodiment, the foot pedal assembly 2 is adapted to rotate about a first centerline;

[0067] Alternatively, the position of the foot pedal assembly 2 along the second direction is adjustable.

[0068] In this embodiment, such as Figure 9 As shown, the foot pedal assembly 2 can rotate around the first center line, and its position in the second direction can be adjusted. When the support assembly is installed on the bathroom cabinet, the relative position of the foot pedal 202 and the bathroom cabinet can be adjusted to adapt to different washing positions.

[0069] The foot pedal assembly 2 is adjustable in the second direction and can also adjust the relative position of the foot pedal 202 and the bathroom cabinet to adapt to different washing positions.

[0070] Specifically, the foot pedal assembly 2 is provided with a slide rail arranged along the second direction, and the foot pedal assembly 2 is slidably connected to the slide rail.

[0071] In one embodiment, the device further includes a guide rail assembly, the foot pedal assembly 2 cooperating with the guide rail assembly, the guide rail assembly being adapted to guide the foot pedal assembly 2 along a first direction X.

[0072] In one embodiment, the guide rail assembly includes a connecting plate 5;

[0073] The connecting plate 5 and the foot pedal assembly 2, one of which is provided with a guide groove 6, and the other is provided with a guide protrusion 203 that cooperates with the guide groove 6.

[0074] In one embodiment, the foot pedal assembly 2 includes a foot pedal 202 and a sliding plate 201, the sliding plate 201 being connected to the foot pedal 202, and the elastic drive assembly 3 being connected to the sliding plate 201.

[0075] The guide groove 6 and the guide protrusion 203 are respectively provided on the sliding plate 201 and the connecting plate 5.

[0076] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 14 As shown, the connecting plate 5 is connected to the bottom of the cabinet 1; the sliding plate 201 is slidably connected to the connecting plate 5, and the driving end is connected to the sliding plate 201; the foot pedal 202 is connected to the sliding plate 201.

[0077] In one embodiment, such as Figure 14 As shown, the connecting plate 5 has a mounting groove 501 on the side near the sliding plate 201. Both the elastic drive assembly 3 and the sliding plate 201 are located in the mounting groove 501, making the overall structure more compact. Guide grooves 6 are provided on a pair of opposite sidewalls of the mounting groove 501, and the sliding plate 201 has guide protrusions 203 that cooperate with the guide grooves 6.

[0078] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, a rotating connection part 7 is provided on the sliding plate 201, and the foot pedal 202 is rotatably connected to the sliding plate 201 through the rotating connection part 7.

[0079] In this embodiment, the foot pedal 202 is rotatably connected to the sliding plate 201 via the rotating connection part 7, which can adjust the relative position of the foot pedal 202 and the cabinet 1, adapting to different washing positions. The rotating surface of the foot pedal 202 is parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0080] In one embodiment, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the rotating connecting part 7 includes:

[0081] Connecting cylinder 701, one end of which is connected to sliding plate 201;

[0082] The first plate 702 is connected to the side of the connecting cylinder 701 away from the sliding plate 201;

[0083] The foot pedal 202 has a mounting hole 2021. The foot pedal 202 is located between the sliding plate 201 and the first plate 702. The mounting hole 2021 is rotatably connected to the connecting cylinder 701. The two ends of the mounting hole 2021 slide against the sliding plate 201 and the first plate 702 respectively.

[0084] In this embodiment, the two end faces of the mounting hole 2021 abut against the sliding plate 201 and the first plate 702 respectively, which can ensure that the rotating surface of the foot pedal 202 is parallel to the horizontal plane, making it more stable when the user steps on the foot pedal 202.

[0085] Specifically, such as Figure 3 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the upper end face of the connecting cylinder 701 is connected to the lower end face of the sliding plate 201, and the lower end face of the connecting cylinder 701 is connected to the upper end face of the first plate 702. Both the sliding plate 201 and the first plate 702 are provided with multiple connecting holes 15, and multiple fasteners pass through the connecting holes and are connected to the sliding plate 201 to improve the connection strength between the sliding plate 201 and the first plate 702.

[0086] Specifically, the fastener is a screw.

[0087] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, it also includes a fixing cylinder 703, which is fixed on the first plate 702. The outer wall of the fixing cylinder 703 abuts against the inner wall of the connecting cylinder 701. The fixing cylinder 703 and the connecting cylinder 701 are arranged coaxially to facilitate the sliding plate 201 and the plate surface of the first plate 702 to be parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0088] In some embodiments, the axis of the connecting cylinder 701 is the first center line.

[0089] In one embodiment, such as Figure 9 As shown, the outer wall of the connecting cylinder 701 is provided with a plurality of protrusions 8, which are arranged at equal angles along the circumference of the connecting cylinder 701. The inner wall of the mounting hole 2021 is provided with a plurality of grooves 9, which can be engaged with the plurality of grooves 9 one by one to limit the foot pedal 202 adjusted to a preset angle.

[0090] In this embodiment, each protrusion 8 can be inserted into a corresponding groove 9 and limit the foot pedal 202 adjusted to a preset angle, thereby improving the stability of the foot pedal 202.

[0091] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, protrusion 8 is hemispherical, and groove 9 is an arc-shaped groove that fits the hemispherical shape.

[0092] In a further embodiment, such as Figure 1As shown, an annular groove 10 is provided between the arc-shaped grooves. The annular groove 10 is connected to multiple arc-shaped grooves. When the foot pedal 202 rotates, the protrusion 8 can slide out of the groove 9 and engage with another groove 9.

[0093] In a further embodiment, the protrusion 8 engages with or disengages from the groove 9 by deforming.

[0094] In a further embodiment, the protrusion 8 can be made of rubber.

[0095] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 14 As shown, the locking component 4 includes:

[0096] The locking hook 401 is adapted to move between the third position and the fourth position, and in the third position, it can lock the foot pedal assembly 2 in the first position;

[0097] The linkage device 402 is connected to the locking hook 401 and is used to drive the locking hook 401 to move between the third position and the fourth position;

[0098] The reset device 403 is connected to the connecting rod device 402 or the locking hook 401 and is used to reset the locking hook 401 to the third position.

[0099] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 14 As shown, the linkage device 402 includes:

[0100] Mounting plate 4025, which has sliding holes;

[0101] The first connecting rod 4024 passes through the sliding hole and is slidably connected to it.

[0102] Guide post 4021 is connected to the guide rail assembly and extends along the first direction X;

[0103] Transmission plate 4022, the transmission plate 4022 is provided with a guide hole, the guide hole is slidably connected to guide post 4021;

[0104] The second connecting rod 4023 has one end connected to the transmission plate 4022 and the other end connected to the lock hook 401.

[0105] In one embodiment, the outer side wall of the connecting plate 5 is provided with a through hole 502 communicating with the mounting groove 501, and the locking hook 401 is rotatably connected to the connecting plate 5. The locking hook 401 can pass through the through hole 502 and be detachably connected to the sliding plate 201.

[0106] The reset device 403 is connected to the first connecting rod 4024.

[0107] In one embodiment, one end of the reset device 403 is connected to the mounting plate 4025, and the other end is connected to the first connecting rod 4024. Under the action of the elastic force of the reset device 403, the first connecting rod 4024 has the tendency to drive the locking hook 401 to move from the fourth position to the third position.

[0108] In one embodiment, the connecting plate 5 is provided with a mounting groove 501, the elastic drive assembly 3 is installed in the mounting groove 501, the outer side wall of the connecting plate 5 is provided with a through hole 502 communicating with the mounting groove 501, and the locking hook 401 of the locking assembly 4 passes through the through hole 502 and is detachably connected to the drive end.

[0109] In one embodiment, the elastic drive element is installed within the mounting groove 501, which reduces the space occupied by the elastic drive assembly 3 and improves the operational stability of the elastic drive assembly 3. The outer wall of the connecting plate 5 has a through hole 502 communicating with the mounting groove 501, facilitating a detachable connection between the locking hook 401 of the locking assembly 4 and the drive end.

[0110] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 12 As shown, when a child or a user who is not tall enough uses the bathroom cabinet, pressing the first connecting rod 4024 causes the first connecting rod 4024 to move along its axial direction. The first connecting rod 4024 drives the locking hook 401 to rotate. The locking hook 401 rotates from the third position to the fourth position, and the locking hook 401 is disconnected from the connecting strip 301. The connecting strip 301 moves from the first position to the second position, causing the foot pedal 202 to move along the first direction X and extend out of the cabinet 1 for the user to step on, making it easier to wash up and use.

[0111] After washing up, push the foot pedal 202 into the cabinet 1 in the first direction X. The connecting strip 301 can squeeze the locking hook 401, causing the locking hook 401 to rotate from the fourth position to the third position. When the foot pedal 202 is pushed to the first position, the locking hook 401 is driven by the first connecting rod 4024 to rotate from the fourth position to the third position under the action of the reset device 403, so that the locking hook 401 is connected to the connecting strip 301 and the connecting strip 301 is limited to the first position.

[0112] In some implementations, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7As shown, there are two first connecting rods 4024, two locking hooks 401, and two reset devices 403. Both sides of the connecting plate 5 have through holes 502 communicating with the mounting groove 501. The two locking hooks 401 are rotatably connected to the connecting plate 5 corresponding to the two through holes 502. One end of the two first connecting rods 4024 is hinged to the two locking hooks 401. The ends of the two first connecting rods 4024 away from the locking hooks 401 are connected to a pressing plate 404. Pressure is applied to the pressing plate 404. Through the two symmetrical first connecting rods 4024, the two locking hooks 401 can be subjected to balanced force and can simultaneously drive the two locking hooks 401 to rotate from the third position to the fourth position, disconnecting the connection with the connecting plate strip 301.

[0113] In a further embodiment, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the linkage device 402 also includes a transmission plate 4022 and two second connecting rods 4023. The end of the first connecting rod 4024 away from the mounting plate 4025 is fixedly connected to the transmission plate 4022. Two guide posts 4021 are provided on one side of the connecting plate 5. The two guide posts 4021 extend along the first direction X. Two guide holes are provided on the transmission plate 4022. The two guide holes are slidably connected to the two guide posts 4021 respectively. One end of the two second connecting rods 4023 is connected to the transmission plate 4022, and the other end is hinged to the two locking hooks 401 respectively.

[0114] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the mounting plate 4025 is an L-shaped plate. The second horizontal plate 40251 of the L-shaped plate is connected to the bottom of the cabinet 1. A sliding hole is provided on the second vertical plate 40252. The axis of the sliding hole is parallel to the first direction X.

[0115] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the connecting plate 5 is provided with a connecting ear 13, and a first through hole 1301 is provided on the connecting ear 13. The locking hook 401 is provided with a second through hole 1301 corresponding to the first hole. The first through hole 1301 and the second through hole 1301 are connected by a pin, and the pin is rotatably connected to the first through hole 1301 and the second through hole 1301.

[0116] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the reset device 403 is a spring, a sheet, or a structural component that can store elastic potential energy after compression.

[0117] In one embodiment, such as Figure 12As shown, the elastic drive assembly 3 includes: at least one elastic element 302, the elastic element 302 is disposed in the mounting groove 501, the elastic element 302 is provided with a connecting end and a driving end, the connecting end is connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove 501, and the driving end is connected to the sliding plate 201.

[0118] In this embodiment, the elastic element 302 has elastic potential energy in the first position, and the driving end is connected to the connector. When the locking hook 401 is detachably connected to the connector, and when the locking hook 401 is disconnected from the connector, the elastic potential energy of the elastic element 302 is released, driving the sliding plate 201 to slide along the first direction X, thereby driving the foot pedal 202 to extend out of the outside of the cabinet 1.

[0119] In some embodiments, such as Figure 12 As shown, there are three elastic elements 302.

[0120] In a further embodiment, the elastic element 302 is a spring, a sheet, or a structural element that can store elastic potential energy after compression.

[0121] In a further embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, the connecting component is a connecting strip 301, and the elastic component 302 is a spring. One side of the connecting strip 301 is connected to one end of the three springs.

[0122] In a further embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, sliding protrusions 3011 are provided at both ends of the connecting strip 301, and the sliding protrusions 3011 are slidably connected to the guide grooves 6 provided on the connecting plate 5.

[0123] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the locking hook 401 is provided with an inclined surface 11. The foot pedal 202 is pushed into the cabinet 1 in the first direction X. The two ends of the connecting strip 301 can squeeze the inclined surface 11 of the locking hook 401, so that the locking hook 401 rotates from the fourth position to the third position. When the foot pedal 202 is pushed to the first position, the locking hook 401 is driven by the first connecting rod 4024 to rotate from the fourth position to the third position under the action of the reset device 403, and connects with the connecting strip 301, limiting the connecting strip 301 to the first position.

[0124] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 As shown, a fixing plate 14 is fixedly connected to the sliding plate 201, and the fixing plate 14 is fixedly connected to the connecting strip 301.

[0125] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 9 and Figure 14As shown, the connecting plate 5 is fixed to the bottom of the cabinet 1. The connecting plate 5 is provided with a guide groove 6. The foot pedal assembly 2 is slidably connected to the guide groove 6, allowing the foot pedal assembly 2 to slide along the first direction X, extending out of the cabinet 1 or retracting into the cabinet 1. When the foot pedal assembly 2 extends out of the cabinet 1, it can be used by users with insufficient height for washing. After washing, the foot pedal assembly 2 is pushed into the cabinet 1 along the first direction X for storage.

[0126] like Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the guide groove 6 and the guide protrusion 203 are slidably connected, which facilitates the drive foot pedal 202 to slide telescopically along the first direction X, and to switch telescopically between the first position and the second position.

[0127] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 14 As shown, two guide grooves 6 are formed on the connecting plate 5, both extending along the first direction X and arranged on both sides of the connecting plate 5, with the openings of the two guide grooves 6 facing each other. Two guide protrusions 203 are correspondingly slidably connected within the two guide grooves 6.

[0128] In a further embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, the longitudinal section of the guide protrusion 203 is L-shaped. The first horizontal plate 2031 of the guide protrusion 203 is inserted into the guide groove 6 and slidably connected with the guide groove 6. The first vertical plate 2032 of the guide protrusion 203 is fixedly connected to the sliding plate 201.

[0129] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, it also includes a support plate 12. The first side end of the support plate 12 is rotatably connected to the side end of the foot pedal 202 that can extend out of the bathroom cabinet. The second side end of the support plate 12 is adapted to abut against the ground. An anti-slip mat is installed on the end of the support plate 12 that contacts the ground.

[0130] In one embodiment, a damping element is also included, which is disposed on the guide groove 6 or the guide protrusion 203 to slow down the speed at which the elastic drive assembly 3 drives the foot pedal assembly 2 to move.

[0131] In this embodiment, when a child or a user who is too short uses the bathroom cabinet, squeezing the pressing plate 404 drives the locking hook 401 to rotate from the third position to the fourth position. The locking hook 401 is disconnected from the connecting strip 301, and the elastic element 302 releases its elastic potential energy, driving the connecting strip 301 to move from the first position to the second position. The connecting strip 301 drives the foot pedal 202 to move along the first direction X and extend outside the cabinet 1 for the user to step on, making it easier to wash up and use. The damping element can slow down the movement speed of the foot pedal 202 to prevent it from moving too fast and hitting the user.

[0132] In some embodiments, the damping element can be an anti-slip rubber pad or an anti-slip texture.

[0133] The following is an example, combined with Figures 1 to 14 A comprehensive explanation of all the above-mentioned plans is provided.

[0134] When the bathroom cabinet is not in use, the connecting strip 301 is in the first position, with two locking hooks 401 connected to the connecting strip 301, restricting the connecting strip 301 to the first position. Three elastic elements 302 possess elastic potential energy. Under the action of the reset device 403, the first connecting rod 4024 tends to drive the locking hooks 401 to rotate from the fourth position to the third position, preventing accidents. The locking hooks 401 disengage from the connecting strip 301, improving the stability of the locking hooks 401 and the connecting strip 301's positioning.

[0135] When children or users who are too short use the bathroom cabinet, they can apply pressure to the press plate 404 with their feet. The press plate 404 drives the two first connecting rods 4024 to move along the first direction X. The two first connecting rods 4024 drive the transmission plate 4022 to move along the first direction X. The transmission plate 4022 drives the two second connecting rods 4023 to move. The two second connecting rods 4023 drive the two locking hooks 401 to rotate from the third position to the fourth position. The locking hooks 401 are disconnected from the connecting strip 301. The elastic element 302 releases its elastic potential energy, driving the connecting strip 301 to move from the first position to the second position. The connecting strip 301 drives the foot pedal 202 to move along the first direction X and extend outside the cabinet 1 for the user to step on, making washing and brushing easier and more convenient to use.

[0136] After washing up, push the foot pedal 202 into the cabinet 1 along the first direction X. The locking hook 401 is provided with an inclined surface 11. The two ends of the connecting strip 301 can squeeze the inclined surface 11 of the locking hook 401, so that the locking hook 401 rotates from the fourth position to the third position. When the foot pedal 202 is pushed to the first position, the locking hook 401 is driven by the first connecting rod 4024 to rotate from the fourth position to the third position under the action of the reset device 403, and connects with the connecting strip 301, limiting the connecting strip 301 to the first position.

[0137] According to an embodiment of this application, another aspect provides a bathroom cabinet, including a cabinet body 1 and a support device, with a foot pedal assembly slidably connected to the bottom of the cabinet body 1.

[0138] It should be noted that the bathroom cabinet includes the support device provided in the embodiments of this application, and therefore includes all the advantages of the support device mentioned above, so it will not be described in detail here.

[0139] Although embodiments of this application have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of this application, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended application.

Claims

1. A support device, characterized in that, include: Foot pedal assembly (2) is adapted to move along a first direction (X) between a first position and a second position; An elastic drive component (3) is connected to the pedal component (2). When the pedal component (2) is in the first position, the elastic drive component (3) stores energy and has a tendency to drive the pedal component (2) to move from the first position to the second position. Locking component (4) for locking the foot pedal component (2) in the first position.

2. The support device of claim 1, wherein The foot pedal assembly (2) is adapted to rotate about a first center line; Alternatively, the position of the foot pedal assembly (2) along the second direction is adjustable.

3. The support device of claim 2, wherein, It also includes a connecting plate (5); The foot pedal assembly (2) includes a foot pedal (202) and a sliding plate (201). The sliding plate (201) is connected to the foot pedal (202). The elastic drive assembly (3) is connected to the sliding plate (201). The connecting plate (5) is slidably connected to the sliding plate (201).

4. The support device of claim 3, wherein, The sliding plate (201) is provided with a rotating connection part (7), and the foot pedal (202) is rotatably connected to the sliding plate (201) through the rotating connection part (7).

5. The support device of claim 4, wherein, The rotating connection part (7) includes: A connecting cylinder (701), one end of which is connected to the sliding plate (201); The first plate (702) is connected to the side of the connecting cylinder (701) away from the sliding plate (201); The foot pedal (202) has a mounting hole (2021) and is disposed between the sliding plate (201) and the first plate (702). The mounting hole (2021) is rotatably connected to the connecting cylinder (701), and the two end faces of the mounting hole (2021) slide against the sliding plate (201) and the first plate (702) respectively.

6. The support apparatus of claim 5, wherein The outer wall of the connecting cylinder (701) is provided with a plurality of protrusions (8), which are arranged at equal angles along the circumference of the connecting cylinder (701). The inner wall of the mounting hole (2021) is provided with a plurality of grooves (9), which can be engaged one-to-one with the plurality of grooves (9) to limit the foot pedal (202) when it is adjusted to a preset angle.

7. The support apparatus of claim 3, wherein The locking component (4) includes: The locking hook (401) is adapted to move between a third position and a fourth position, and in the state of the third position, it is capable of locking the foot pedal assembly (2) in the first position; A linkage device (402) is connected to the locking hook (401) and is used to drive the locking hook (401) to move between the third position and the fourth position; A reset device (403) is connected to the connecting rod device (402) or the locking hook (401) for resetting the locking hook (401) to the third position.

8. The support apparatus of claim 7, wherein The connecting plate (5) has a mounting groove (501) on the side near the sliding plate (201). The elastic drive assembly (3) and the sliding plate (201) are both located in the mounting groove (501). The outer wall of the connecting plate (5) has a through hole (502) communicating with the mounting groove (501). The locking hook (401) is rotatably connected to the connecting plate (5). The locking hook (401) can pass through the through hole (502) and be detachably connected to the sliding plate (201). The reset device (403) is connected to the connecting rod device (402).

9. The support apparatus of claim 8, wherein, The elastic drive assembly (3) includes at least one elastic element (302), which is disposed in the mounting groove (501). The elastic element (302) is provided with a connecting end and a driving end. The connecting end is connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove (501), and the driving end is connected to the sliding plate (201).

10. A bathroom cabinet characterized by include: The cabinet (1) and the support device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the foot pedal assembly (2) is slidably connected to the bottom of the cabinet (1).

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