Electrically-assisted luggage case

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of luggage cases, in particular to an electric power-assisted luggage case which comprises a case body, a backrest, a controller, a control switch and a driving unit, the box body is provided with at least one power wheel, and the driving unit is in transmission connection with the power wheel and drives the power wheel to transmit; the backrest is rotationally connected to the box body and has a first form that the front surface is attached to the front surface of the box body and a second form that the back surface is flush with the back surface of the box body; the control switch is used for controlling start and stop of the controller and the driving unit; after the controller and the driving unit are started, the controller controls the driving unit to operate based on the state of the electric luggage case. By arranging the controller, the control switch and the driving unit, assistance can be provided for a user when the user drags, and therefore the purpose of saving labor is achieved; meanwhile, the backrest and the top surface of the box body can form a seat, so that a user carrying the child can go out conveniently.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of luggage technology, and in particular to an electrically assisted luggage. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with rapid social development, people have more and more opportunities to travel for work, study, and leisure, making suitcases an indispensable item. However, when suitcases are filled with a large number of items, users need to expend a lot of energy dragging them, making it a burden when traveling. In view of this, this utility model proposes an electrically assisted suitcase to facilitate users' travel. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide an electrically assisted suitcase to improve the convenience of travel.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an electrically assisted luggage case comprising: a case body, a backrest, a controller, a control switch, and a drive unit;

[0005] The housing is equipped with at least one drive wheel, and the drive unit is connected to the drive wheel and drives the drive wheel.

[0006] The backrest is rotatably connected to the box body. The backrest has a first form in which the front side is in contact with the front side of the box body, and a second form in which the back side is flush with the back side of the box body.

[0007] The control switch is used to control the start and stop of the controller and the drive unit; when the controller and the drive unit are started, the controller controls the operation of the drive unit based on the status of the electric luggage compartment.

[0008] Furthermore, the drive unit is a hub motor installed inside the drive wheel.

[0009] Furthermore, it also includes a lever mechanism;

[0010] The lever mechanism includes a handle for gripping, and the control switch is disposed on the handle.

[0011] Furthermore, the pull rod mechanism is located inside the housing on the side near the front.

[0012] Furthermore, the interior of the housing is divided into a storage cavity and an equipment cavity by a partition;

[0013] The lever mechanism also includes two telescopic levers;

[0014] The two telescopic rods are spaced apart inside the equipment cavity, and the two ends of the handle are fixedly connected to the upper ends of the two telescopic rods respectively.

[0015] Furthermore, the electric luggage case also includes a power source;

[0016] The lever mechanism also includes a battery compartment;

[0017] The battery compartment has an open top and a wiring terminal at the bottom; the battery compartment is fixedly mounted between the two telescopic rods, and the open end of the battery compartment is located on the surface of the housing; the power supply is detachably installed inside the battery compartment.

[0018] Furthermore, the outer edge of the upper end of the battery compartment is provided with a flange, which is connected to the housing.

[0019] Furthermore, the open end of the battery compartment is also rotatably provided with a cover plate for opening or closing the open end of the battery compartment.

[0020] Furthermore, the backrest includes a panel and extensions on both sides of the panel;

[0021] The left and right ends of the box are fixedly provided with rotating shafts, and the end of the extension away from the plate is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.

[0022] Furthermore, the front of the housing is provided with a buckle for fixing the plate, or the end of the extension away from the plate is interference-fitted with the rotating shaft.

[0023] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0024] This utility model provides an electric-assisted suitcase, comprising: a suitcase body, a backrest, a controller, a control switch, and a drive unit; the suitcase body is equipped with at least one drive wheel, the drive unit is connected to the drive wheel for transmission, and drives the drive wheel for transmission; the backrest is rotatably connected to the suitcase body, and the backrest has a first form in which the front side is in contact with the front side of the suitcase body, and a second form in which the back side is flush with the back side of the suitcase body; the control switch is used to control the start and stop of the controller and the drive unit; when the controller and the drive unit are started, the controller controls the operation of the drive unit based on the state of the electric suitcase.

[0025] By configuring a controller, control switch, and drive unit, the device can provide assistance to the user when dragging, thereby saving effort; at the same time, the backrest and the top surface of the box can form a seat, making it convenient for users to travel with children. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the electrically assisted luggage box provided in an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 In the middle, the backrest is in its first position;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the tie rod mechanism.

[0029] Icons: 100 - Box body; 110 - Drive wheel;

[0030] 200 - Pull rod mechanism; 210 - Handle; 220 - Telescopic pull rod; 221 - Telescopic rod; 222 - Fixed rod; 230 - Battery compartment; 231 - Flanged edge;

[0031] 300-backrest. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0033] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0034] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0036] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, outlines some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.

[0039] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, this utility model embodiment provides an electrically assisted suitcase, including: a suitcase body 100, a backrest 300, a controller, a control switch, and a drive unit. The lower end of the suitcase body 100 is provided with four wheels, at least one of which is configured as a drive wheel 110. The drive unit is connected to the drive wheel 110 and is used to drive the drive wheel 110 to rotate. The backrest 300 is rotatably mounted on the suitcase body 100 and has two forms: a first form and a second form. Specifically, the first form is a storage form, in which the front of the backrest 300 is flush with the front of the suitcase body 100. The second form is a usage form, in which the backrest 300 can be switched between the first and second forms by rotating it. When the backrest 300 is in the second form, the back of the backrest 300 is flush with the back of the suitcase body 100, thus the backrest 300 and the top surface of the suitcase body 100 together form a... A seating space is provided for toddlers, making it convenient for users with children. A control switch is electrically connected to the controller and drive unit. The control switch can control the power on and off of the controller and the drive unit. When the control switch starts the controller and drive unit, that is, after the controller and drive unit are powered on, the controller can monitor the usage status of the electric luggage, specifically whether the electric luggage is being towed. When the controller detects that the electric luggage is being towed, the controller controls the drive unit to run, and the drive unit drives the power wheel 110 to rotate to provide assistance to the user. When the controller detects that the electric luggage is stationary, the controller controls the drive unit to stop running.

[0040] The electric-assisted luggage provided in this embodiment, by configuring a controller, control switch and drive unit, can provide assistance to the user when dragging, thereby achieving the purpose of saving effort; at the same time, the backrest 300 and the top surface of the box body 100 can form a seat, which can facilitate users who bring children to travel.

[0041] In this embodiment, the controller can be a central processing unit (CPU), a network processor (NP), or other similar devices; it can also be a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), or other programmable logic devices, discrete gate or transistor logic devices, discrete hardware components, etc.

[0042] Preferably, in the electric-assisted luggage provided in this embodiment, the drive unit is a hub motor installed in the drive wheel 110, so that all four wheels of the electric-assisted luggage can be omnidirectional wheels, which makes it convenient for the user to drag.

[0043] The electric-assisted luggage provided in this embodiment also includes a pull rod mechanism 200, which includes a handle 210 for the user to hold. The control switch for controlling the power supply to and from the controller and drive unit is provided on the handle 210, thereby facilitating the user's use. The user controls the power supply to and from the controller and drive unit by pressing the control switch.

[0044] Additionally, an indicator light can be installed on the handle 210 to show whether the control switch is on or off. When the control switch is on, i.e., when the control switch controls the controller and drive power supply, the indicator light will illuminate; when the control switch is off, i.e., when the control switch controls the controller and drive power supply is off, the indicator light will turn off.

[0045] In this embodiment, the electric luggage case is also equipped with a power supply for powering electrical components such as the controller and drive unit. Preferably, the power supply information can also be displayed on the handle 210, specifically by setting a display screen or indicator light on the handle 210.

[0046] Furthermore, in the electrically assisted suitcase provided in this embodiment, the pull rod mechanism 200 is located inside the suitcase body 100 on the side near the front, thereby avoiding the rotating backrest 300 and making it convenient for the user to use.

[0047] In this embodiment, the lever mechanism 200 further includes two telescopic levers 220. The handle 210 is connected to both ends of the two telescopic levers 220. The length of the telescopic levers 220 is adjustable, allowing for height adjustment of the handle 210 for user convenience. The interior of the case 100 is divided into an equipment cavity and a storage cavity by a partition. The telescopic levers 220 and the aforementioned controller are all housed within the equipment cavity to protect the user's personal belongings and the electrical components of the electric-assisted suitcase.

[0048] In this embodiment, the telescopic rod 220 includes a fixed rod 222 and a telescopic rod 221. Both the fixed rod 222 and the telescopic rod 221 are hollow rods with open ends. The upper end of the telescopic rod 221 communicates with the interior of the handle 210, and the lower end communicates with the fixed rod 222. The lower end of the fixed rod 222 communicates with the equipment cavity. The wiring of the control switch extends into the equipment cavity through the telescopic rod 220.

[0049] The electric-assisted luggage provided in this embodiment includes a battery compartment 230 in the pull rod mechanism 200. The upper end of the battery compartment 230 is open, and the lower end is provided with a wiring terminal for electrical connection with electrical components inside the electric-assisted luggage. The power supply is detachably installed inside the battery compartment 230. When the power supply is installed inside the battery compartment 230, the power supply is electrically connected to the wiring terminal. The battery compartment 230 is fixedly installed between the two telescopic pull rods 220. The battery compartment 230 is also located inside the equipment cavity. The open end of the battery compartment 230 is located on the surface of the luggage body 100, specifically at the junction of the top and front surfaces of the luggage body 100, thereby facilitating the installation and removal of the power supply.

[0050] In this embodiment, the housing 100 is provided with a storage groove for storing the handle 210 when the lever mechanism 200 is in the retracted state, and the open end of the battery compartment 230 is located on the bottom wall of the storage groove.

[0051] Furthermore, in the electric-assisted luggage provided in this embodiment, the outer edge of the upper end of the battery compartment 230 is provided with a flange 231, which is connected to the body 100, so that the open end of the battery compartment 230 can be located on the surface of the body 100. Optionally, in this embodiment, the bottom wall of the storage groove can be the flange 231 at the upper end of the battery compartment 230, or the storage groove can be formed by the flange 231 at the upper end of the battery compartment 230.

[0052] In this embodiment, the battery compartment 230 is connected to the telescopic rod 220 via a flange 231. Specifically, the flange 231 has two connecting holes, and the fixing rods 222 of the two telescopic rods 220 are respectively inserted into the two connecting holes.

[0053] Preferably, in this embodiment, the open end of the battery compartment 230 is also hinged with a cover plate for opening or closing the open end of the battery compartment 230, in order to protect the power supply and the internal structure of the battery compartment 230.

[0054] Optionally, in this embodiment, the power supply can also be used as a portable power bank. Specifically, the power supply may be configured with at least one of a Type-C interface, a Lightning interface, a Type-C cable that can be pulled out and retracted from the power supply, and a Lightning cable that can be pulled out and retracted from the power supply. For example, the power supply may be configured with a Type-C interface and a Lightning interface, or the power supply may be configured with a Type-C cable that can be pulled out and retracted from the power supply and a Lightning cable that can be pulled out and retracted from the power supply. When the user's mobile device, such as a mobile phone, earphones, or smartwatch, is low on power, the user's mobile device can be charged through the power supply of the electric luggage.

[0055] The electrically assisted luggage box provided in this embodiment has a generally U-shaped backrest 300, which includes a main body and extensions on both sides of the main body. Rotating shafts are fixedly installed at both ends of the box body 100, and the ends of the extensions away from the main body are rotatably connected to the rotating shafts. In this embodiment, the two extensions can also provide some protection for children riding in the box.

[0056] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the front of the housing 100 is provided with a buckle for fixing the plate, or the end of the extension away from the plate is interference-fitted with the pivot to limit the rotation of the backrest 300.

[0057] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. An electrically assisted suitcase, characterized in that, include: The enclosure (100), backrest (300), controller, control switch and drive unit; The housing (100) is equipped with at least one drive wheel (110), and the drive unit is connected to the drive wheel (110) and drives the drive wheel (110) to drive. The backrest (300) is rotatably connected to the housing (100). The backrest (300) has a first form in which the front face is in contact with the front face of the housing (100), and a second form in which the back face is flush with the back face of the housing (100). The control switch is used to control the start and stop of the controller and the drive unit; when the controller and the drive unit are started, the controller controls the operation of the drive unit based on the status of the electric luggage compartment.

2. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive unit is a hub motor installed inside the drive wheel (110).

3. The electrically assisted luggage case according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a lever mechanism (200); The lever mechanism (200) includes a handle (210) for gripping, and the control switch is disposed on the handle (210).

4. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pull rod mechanism (200) is located inside the housing (100) on the side near the front.

5. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 4, characterized in that, The interior of the box (100) is divided into a storage cavity and an equipment cavity by a partition; The lever mechanism (200) also includes two telescopic levers (220); Two telescopic rods (220) are spaced apart inside the equipment cavity, and the two ends of the handle (210) are fixedly connected to the upper ends of the two telescopic rods (220) respectively.

6. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 5, characterized in that, The electric luggage compartment also includes a power source; The lever mechanism (200) also includes a battery compartment (230); The battery compartment (230) has an open upper end and a wiring terminal at the lower end; the battery compartment (230) is fixedly installed between the two telescopic rods (220), and the open end of the battery compartment (230) is located on the surface of the housing (100); the power supply is detachably installed inside the battery compartment (230).

7. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 6, characterized in that, The battery compartment (230) has a flange (231) on its upper outer edge, and the flange (231) is connected to the housing (100).

8. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 7, characterized in that, The open end of the battery compartment (230) is also rotatably provided with a cover plate for opening or closing the open end of the battery compartment (230).

9. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 1, characterized in that, The backrest (300) includes a panel and extensions on both sides of the panel; The left and right ends of the box (100) are fixedly provided with rotating shafts, and the end of the extension away from the plate is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.

10. The electrically assisted suitcase according to claim 9, characterized in that, The front of the housing (100) is provided with a buckle for fixing the plate, or the end of the extension away from the plate is interference-fitted with the rotating shaft.

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