Folding scooter

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of scooters, and particularly relates to a folding scooter. Wherein the pedal mechanism comprises a pedal, a first locking fastener and an inclined column, the inclined column is provided with a containing groove and a limiting hole, the inclined column is connected with the pedal, and the first locking fastener is installed in the containing groove; the vehicle body mechanism comprises a vehicle body assembly and an oblique beam, the oblique beam is rotationally connected with an oblique column, and an internal hole and a first through hole are formed in the oblique beam; the locking mechanism comprises a fixing block, a second lock catch piece, a first elastic piece, a second elastic piece and a limiting column, the fixing block is installed in the inner hole, the second lock catch piece is installed in the inner hole in a sliding mode, and the first elastic piece is connected with the fixing block and the second lock catch piece; a containing hole is formed in the fixing block, the second elastic piece is installed in the containing hole, the limiting column is installed in the containing hole and the first through hole in a sliding mode, and the limiting column abuts against the second elastic piece. According to the folding scooter, the locking mechanism cannot be exposed out of the folding scooter, and the safety and the user experience feeling of the folding scooter are guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of scooter technology, and in particular relates to a folding scooter. Background Technology

[0002] Scooters are simple, labor-saving machines that are popular and frequently used for exercise and recreation. A traditional scooter consists of handlebars, frame, wheels, and pedals. The frame and handlebars are fixedly connected, and then the pedals are fixed to the frame to form a stable structure. Finally, the wheels are installed at the bottom of the pedals to complete the scooter's structure. When using it, the rider stands on one foot on the pedal and uses the other foot to continuously glide, maintaining continuous movement. Such scooters offer moderate speed, are easy to learn and control, have convenient braking, a lightweight structure, and good balance.

[0003] To improve the portability of scooters, a locking mechanism is typically installed between the frame and the footboard. When the locking mechanism is locked, the frame stands upright on the footboard, and the scooter is in use. When the locking mechanism is unlocked, the frame folds onto the footboard, and the scooter is in a stowed state. However, in existing technology, the locking mechanism protrudes outside the scooter, making it easy for the user's feet or legs to bump into it while using the scooter, thus reducing the scooter's safety performance. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is: to address the technical problem that the locking mechanism in the existing scooter reduces the safety performance of the scooter, and to provide a folding scooter.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a folding scooter, including a frame mechanism, a pedal mechanism, and a locking mechanism;

[0006] The pedal mechanism includes a foot pedal, a first locking element, and an inclined post with a receiving groove. The inclined post is connected to the foot pedal, and the first locking element is installed on the inclined post and extends into the receiving groove.

[0007] The body structure includes a body assembly and an inclined beam connecting the body assembly. The inclined beam is rotatably connected to the inclined column. The inclined beam has an internal hole and a first through hole communicating with the internal hole.

[0008] The locking mechanism includes a fixed block, a second locking element, a first elastic element, a second elastic element, and a limiting post. The fixed block is installed on the inclined beam and located in the internal hole. The second locking element is slidably installed in the internal hole. The opposite ends of the first elastic element are respectively connected to the fixed block and the second locking element.

[0009] The fixing block is provided with a receiving hole, and the inclined column is also provided with a limiting hole that communicates with the receiving groove; the second elastic member is installed in the receiving hole, and the limiting column is slidably installed in the receiving hole and the first through hole, and the limiting column abuts against the second elastic member;

[0010] When the vehicle body mechanism is folded onto the pedal mechanism, the first locking member disengages from the second locking member, and the end of the limiting post away from the second elastic member is inserted into the limiting hole;

[0011] When the vehicle body mechanism is positioned in front of the pedal mechanism, the limiting post disengages from the limiting hole, and the first locking member locks with the second locking member.

[0012] Optionally, the first locking member is provided with a first locking hook, and the second locking member is provided with a second locking hook; the first locking hook and the second locking hook are interlocked so that the first locking member and the second locking member are locked together.

[0013] Optionally, the locking mechanism further includes an elastic button in the limiting hole, and the end of the limiting post away from the second elastic element abuts against the elastic button.

[0014] Optionally, the inner wall of the internal hole is provided with a guide protrusion, and the second locking member is provided with a guide groove. The second locking member is slidably installed in the internal hole by inserting the guide protrusion into the guide groove.

[0015] Optionally, the second locking member has a handle at one end away from the fixing block, and the inclined beam has an outlet at one end away from the vehicle body assembly, with the outlet being positioned opposite to the handle.

[0016] Optionally, the body assembly includes a front wheel, a first body post, a second body post, a handlebar, and a sleeve; the front wheel is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the first body post, the top of the first body post is inserted into a first inner hole of the second body post, and the top of the second body post is connected to the handlebar;

[0017] The sleeve is rotatably fitted onto the first body rod, and the inclined beam is connected to the sleeve.

[0018] Optionally, the body assembly further includes a first fastening block, a second fastening block, and bolts. The first fastening block has a first threaded hole, the second fastening block has a second threaded hole, and the side wall of the second fastening block has a groove. The inner wall of the second body rod has a guide rib. The second fastening block is slidably installed in the first inner hole of the second body rod, and the guide rib is slidably inserted into the groove.

[0019] The handlebar has a second inner hole and a second through hole that communicates with the second inner hole. A first fastener is installed in the second inner hole. The bolt is threadedly connected to the first threaded hole and the second threaded hole. The second through hole is positioned opposite to the bolt.

[0020] Optionally, the body assembly further includes a cover plate detachably mounted on the handlebar, the cover plate being used to open or close the second through hole.

[0021] Optionally, the pedal mechanism further includes a rear wheel rotatably mounted on the foot pedal.

[0022] Optionally, the pedal mechanism further includes a mudguard mounted on the foot pedal, the mudguard being disposed opposite to the rear wheel.

[0023] In this invention, when the vehicle body mechanism stands in front of the pedal mechanism, the first locking member and the second locking member are locked together, and the first elastic member is in a stretched state. Thus, the rebound force of the first elastic member causes the second locking member to be locked onto the first locking member, ensuring the stability of the vehicle body mechanism standing in front of the pedal mechanism.

[0024] The user pulls the second locking member from the bottom toward the end away from the fixing block until the second locking member disengages from the first locking member. Then, the user rotates the vehicle body mechanism downwards until the end of the limiting post away from the second elastic member is inserted into the limiting hole. At this point, the vehicle body mechanism folds onto the pedal mechanism. The limiting post inserted into the limiting hole ensures the stability of the vehicle body mechanism folded onto the pedal mechanism.

[0025] After pressing the limiting post to make it exit the limiting hole, rotate the vehicle body mechanism upward. Due to the gravity of the pedal mechanism, the vehicle body mechanism can stand in front of the pedal mechanism, and the first locking member will squeeze the second locking member so that the second locking member moves toward the end away from the fixed block. The elastic force of the first elastic member makes the second locking member lock onto the first locking member.

[0026] In this invention, the locking mechanism is entirely located within the internal holes of the inclined beam, and is not exposed outside the frame and pedal mechanisms. Therefore, the locking mechanism does not obstruct the use of the folding scooter, ensuring its safety and user experience. Furthermore, pulling the second locking buckle unlocks the scooter when it is in the upright position, and pressing the limiting post unlocks it when it is in the folded position, making the folding and uprighting of the scooter convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a folding scooter in an upright state according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a folding scooter in a folded state according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 3 This is an exploded structural diagram of the locking mechanism of a folding scooter provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a folding scooter provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a folding scooter provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings are as follows:

[0034] 1. Body Mechanism; 11. Body Component; 111. Front Wheel; 112. First Body Rod; 113. Second Body Rod; 1131. First Inner Hole; 114. Handlebar; 115. Sleeve; 116. First Fastening Block; 117. Second Fastening Block; 118. Bolt; 119. Cover Plate; 12. Diagonal Beam; 121. Internal Hole; 2. Pedal Mechanism; 21. Foot Pedal; 22. First Locking Component; 221. First Lock Hook; 23. Diagonal Post; 231. Receiving Groove; 24. Rear Wheel; 25. Mudguard; 3. Locking Mechanism; 31. Fixing Block; 311. Receiving Hole; 32. Second Locking Component; 321. Second Lock Hook; 322. Guide Groove; 323. Handle; 33. First Elastic Component; 34. Second Elastic Component; 35. Limiting Post; 36. Elastic Button. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model.

[0036] It should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "rear", "middle", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations of this utility model.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a folding scooter, including a frame mechanism 1, a pedal mechanism 2, and a locking mechanism 3;

[0038] The pedal mechanism 2 includes a foot pedal 21, a first locking member 22, and an inclined post 23 with a receiving groove 231. The inclined post 23 is connected to the foot pedal 21, and the first locking member 22 is installed on the inclined post 23 and extends into the receiving groove 231.

[0039] The body structure 1 includes a body assembly 11 and an inclined beam 12 connected to the body assembly 11. The inclined beam 12 is rotatably connected to the inclined column 23. The inclined beam 12 is provided with an internal hole 121 and a first through hole (not shown in the figure) communicating with the internal hole 121.

[0040] The locking mechanism 3 includes a fixing block 31, a second locking element 32, a first elastic element 33, a second elastic element 34, and a limiting post 35. The fixing block 31 is installed on the inclined beam 12 and located in the internal hole 121. The second locking element 32 is slidably installed in the internal hole 121. The opposite ends of the first elastic element 33 are respectively connected to the fixing block 31 and the second locking element 32.

[0041] The fixing block 31 is provided with a receiving hole 311, and the inclined column 23 is also provided with a limiting hole (not shown in the figure) that communicates with the receiving groove 231; the second elastic member 34 is installed in the receiving hole 311, and the limiting column 35 is slidably installed in the receiving hole 311 and the first through hole, and the limiting column 35 abuts against the second elastic member 34;

[0042] When the vehicle body mechanism 1 is folded onto the pedal mechanism 2, the first locking member 22 disengages from the second locking member 32, and the end of the limiting post 35 away from the second elastic member 34 is inserted into the limiting hole;

[0043] When the vehicle body mechanism 1 is positioned in front of the pedal mechanism 2, the limiting post 35 disengages from the limiting hole, and the first locking member is locked to the second locking member 32.

[0044] Press down and cause the limiting post 35 to exit the limiting hole, rotate the body mechanism 1 until the inclined beam 12 is inserted into the receiving groove 231, the first locking member 22 and the second locking member 32 are locked together, and the body mechanism 1 stands in front of the pedal mechanism 2.

[0045] The inclined column 23 is obliquely connected above the foot pedal 21, and the inclined beam 12 is rotatably connected to the inclined column 23 via a pivot. The first elastic element 33 and the second elastic element 34 are, but are not limited to, springs. The opening of the receiving groove 231 faces downward, and the limiting hole is located on the side of the inclined column 23.

[0046] Specifically, when the vehicle body mechanism 1 is positioned in front of the pedal mechanism 2, the first locking member 22 and the second locking member 32 are locked together, and the first elastic member 33 is in a stretched state. Thus, the rebound force of the first elastic member 33 causes the second locking member 32 to be locked onto the first locking member 22, ensuring the stability of the vehicle body mechanism 1 in front of the pedal mechanism 2.

[0047] The user pulls the second locking member 32 from the bottom toward the end away from the fixing block 31 until the second locking member 32 disengages from the first locking member 22. Then, the user rotates the body mechanism 1 downwards until the end of the limiting post 35 away from the second elastic member 34 is inserted into the limiting hole. At this point, the body mechanism 1 folds onto the pedal mechanism 2. The limiting post 35 inserted into the limiting hole ensures the stability of the body mechanism 1 folded onto the pedal mechanism 2.

[0048] After pressing the limiting post 35 to make it exit the limiting hole, the body mechanism 1 is rotated upward. Due to the gravity of the pedal mechanism 2, the body mechanism 1 can stand in front of the pedal mechanism 2, and the first locking member 22 will squeeze the second locking member 32 so that the second locking member 32 moves toward the end away from the fixing block 31. The elastic force of the first elastic member 33 makes the second locking member 32 lock onto the first locking member 22.

[0049] In this invention, the locking mechanism 3 is entirely located within the internal hole 121 of the inclined beam 12. The locking mechanism 3 is not exposed outside the body mechanism 1 and the pedal mechanism 2, thus ensuring that the locking mechanism 3 does not obstruct the use of the folding scooter and guaranteeing its safety and user experience. Furthermore, pulling the second locking buckle 32 unlocks the folding scooter when it is in the upright position, and pressing the limiting post 35 unlocks it when it is in the folded position, making the folding and uprighting operations of the folding scooter convenient.

[0050] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the first locking member 22 is provided with a first locking hook 221, and the second locking member 32 is provided with a second locking hook 321; the first locking hook 221 and the second locking hook 321 are interlocked so that the first locking member 22 and the second locking member 32 are locked together.

[0051] The bending direction of the first hook 221 is opposite to that of the second hook 321; the first hook 221 bends downwards, and the second hook 321 bends upwards.

[0052] Specifically, by pulling the second locking member 32 downwards, the second locking hook 321 can disengage from the first locking hook 221, thus unlocking the first locking member 22 and the second locking member 32. During the process of raising the vehicle body assembly 11, the first locking hook 221 will press the second locking hook 321 downwards, causing the second locking hook 321 to slide downwards a certain distance. Then, the rebound force of the first elastic member 33 will cause the second locking member 32 to slide upwards, maintaining the mutual locking state between the first locking hook 221 and the second locking hook 321.

[0053] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the locking mechanism 3 also includes an elastic button 36 in the limiting hole, and the end of the limiting post 35 away from the second elastic member 34 abuts against the elastic button 36.

[0054] The elastic button 36 can be made of silicone material, and the elastic button 36 can also cover the limiting hole.

[0055] Specifically, when the user presses the elastic button 36, the elastic button 36 can push the limiting post 35, causing the limiting post 35 to exit the limiting hole.

[0056] In this embodiment, the design of the elastic button 36 makes it easier for the user to push the limiting post 35, thus improving the user experience of the folding scooter.

[0057] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the inner wall of the internal hole 121 is provided with a guide protrusion, and the second locking member 32 is provided with a guide groove 322. The second locking member 32 is slidably installed in the internal hole 121 by inserting the guide protrusion into the guide groove 322.

[0058] Specifically, the guide protrusion extends along the length of the internal hole 121. During the movement of the second locking member 32 in the internal hole 121, the second locking member 32 slides along the guide protrusion through the guide groove 322, thereby ensuring the stability of the movement of the second locking member 32 in the internal hole 121.

[0059] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the second locking member 32 has a handle portion 323 at one end away from the fixing block 31, and the inclined beam 12 has an outlet at one end away from the body assembly 11, with the outlet being disposed opposite to the handle portion 323.

[0060] The outlet is located at the bottom of the inclined beam 12, and the handle 323 protrudes toward the end opposite to the first locking member 22.

[0061] Specifically, the user's hand extends from the outlet into the internal hole 121, so that the user's hand can pull the second locking member 32 through the buckle 323, causing the second locking member 32 to disengage from the first locking member 22.

[0062] In this embodiment, the design of the handle 323 makes it easier for the user to pull the second locking buckle 32, further improving the ease of use of the folding scooter.

[0063] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the body assembly 11 includes a front wheel 111, a first body rod 112, a second body rod 113, a handlebar 114, and a sleeve 115; the front wheel 111 is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the first body rod 112, the top of the first body rod 112 is inserted into the first inner hole 1131 of the second body rod 113, and the top of the second body rod 113 is connected to the handlebar 114;

[0064] The sleeve 115 is rotatably sleeved on the first body rod 112, and the inclined beam 12 is connected to the sleeve 115.

[0065] The first body rod 112 and the second body rod 113 can be fixed together by fasteners. The sleeve 115 can rotate around the first body rod 112, so that the pedal mechanism 2 can rotate around the body mechanism 1, which improves the user experience of the folding scooter. The handlebar 114 is horizontally connected above the second body rod 113.

[0066] Specifically, the user can place one foot on the foot pedal 21, hold both hands on the handlebars 114, and walk on the ground with the other foot, thus enabling the user to operate the folding scooter.

[0067] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 As shown, the body assembly 11 also includes a first fastening block 116, a second fastening block 117, and a bolt 118. The first fastening block 116 has a first threaded hole, and the second fastening block 117 has a second threaded hole. The side wall of the second fastening block 117 has a sliding groove. The inner wall of the second body rod 113 has a guide rib. The second fastening block 117 is slidably installed in the first inner hole 1131 of the second body rod 113, and the guide rib is slidably inserted into the sliding groove.

[0068] The handlebar 114 is provided with a second inner hole and a second through hole communicating with the second inner hole. A first fastener is installed in the second inner hole. The bolt 118 is threadedly connected to the first threaded hole and the second threaded hole. The second through hole is arranged opposite to the bolt 118.

[0069] The guide rib extends toward the length of the second body rod 113, one end of the second through hole is connected to the second inner hole, and the other end of the second through hole is connected to the external environment.

[0070] Specifically, bolt 118 extends into the second inner hole through the second through hole. Rotating the surgical bolt 118 causes the bolt 118 to be threadedly connected to the first threaded hole and the second threaded hole. Since the first fastening block 116 is installed in the second inner hole, the second fastening block 117 slides into the first inner hole 1131 through the guide rib inserted into the slide groove. Thus, during the rotation of bolt 118, the second fastening block 117 moves toward the first fastening block 116, so that bolt 118 is fixed between the first fastening block 116 and the second fastening block 117, thereby serving to connect the handlebar 114 and the frame rod.

[0071] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 As shown, the body assembly 11 also includes a cover plate 119 detachably mounted on the handlebar 114, the cover plate 119 being used to open or close the second through hole.

[0072] Understandably, the cover plate 119 can be fitted into the second through hole via a plug-in structure.

[0073] In this embodiment, the design of the cover plate 119 ensures the flatness of the handlebar 114.

[0074] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the pedal mechanism 2 also includes a rear wheel 24 rotatably mounted on the foot pedal 21. Understandably, the rear wheel 24 can support the folding scooter from the rear end.

[0075] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the pedal mechanism 2 also includes a mudguard 25 mounted on the foot pedal 21, and the mudguard 25 is disposed opposite to the rear wheel 24.

[0076] The mudguard 25 is located in front of the wheel. During the operation of the folding scooter, the mudguard 25 can prevent mud and water splashed up by the rear wheel 24 from splashing onto the user.

[0077] The above are merely embodiments of the folding scooter of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A folding scooter, characterized in that, This includes the body structure, pedal mechanism, and locking mechanism; The pedal mechanism includes a foot pedal, a first locking element, and an inclined post with a receiving groove. The inclined post is connected to the foot pedal, and the first locking element is installed on the inclined post and extends into the receiving groove. The body structure includes a body assembly and an inclined beam connecting the body assembly. The inclined beam is rotatably connected to the inclined column. The inclined beam has an internal hole and a first through hole communicating with the internal hole. The locking mechanism includes a fixed block, a second locking element, a first elastic element, a second elastic element, and a limiting post. The fixed block is installed on the inclined beam and located in the internal hole. The second locking element is slidably installed in the internal hole. The opposite ends of the first elastic element are respectively connected to the fixed block and the second locking element. The fixing block is provided with a receiving hole, and the inclined column is also provided with a limiting hole that communicates with the receiving groove; the second elastic member is installed in the receiving hole, and the limiting column is slidably installed in the receiving hole and the first through hole, and the limiting column abuts against the second elastic member; When the vehicle body mechanism is folded onto the pedal mechanism, the first locking member disengages from the second locking member, and the end of the limiting post away from the second elastic member is inserted into the limiting hole; When the vehicle body mechanism is positioned in front of the pedal mechanism, the limiting post disengages from the limiting hole, and the first locking member locks with the second locking member.

2. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first locking member is provided with a first locking hook, and the second locking member is provided with a second locking hook; the first locking hook and the second locking hook are interlocked so that the first locking member and the second locking member are locked together.

3. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism also includes an elastic button in the limiting hole, and the end of the limiting post away from the second elastic element abuts against the elastic button.

4. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the internal hole is provided with a guide protrusion, and the second locking member is provided with a guide groove. The second locking member is slidably installed in the internal hole by inserting the guide protrusion into the guide groove.

5. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second locking member has a handle at one end away from the fixing block, and the inclined beam has an outlet at one end away from the vehicle body assembly, with the outlet being positioned opposite to the handle.

6. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle body assembly includes a front wheel, a first body post, a second body post, a handlebar post, and a sleeve; the front wheel is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the first body post, the top of the first body post is inserted into a first inner hole of the second body post, and the top of the second body post is connected to the handlebar post; The sleeve is rotatably fitted onto the first body rod, and the inclined beam is connected to the sleeve.

7. The folding scooter according to claim 6, characterized in that, The body assembly also includes a first fastening block, a second fastening block, and bolts. The first fastening block has a first threaded hole, the second fastening block has a second threaded hole, and the side wall of the second fastening block has a groove. The inner wall of the second body rod has a guide rib. The second fastening block is slidably installed in the first inner hole of the second body rod, and the guide rib is slidably inserted into the groove. The handlebar has a second inner hole and a second through hole that communicates with the second inner hole. A first fastener is installed in the second inner hole. The bolt is threadedly connected to the first threaded hole and the second threaded hole. The second through hole is positioned opposite to the bolt.

8. The folding scooter according to claim 7, characterized in that, The body assembly also includes a cover plate detachably mounted on the handlebars, the cover plate being used to open or close the second through hole.

9. The folding scooter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pedal mechanism also includes a rear wheel that is rotatably mounted on the foot pedal.

10. The folding scooter according to claim 9, characterized in that, The pedal mechanism also includes a mudguard mounted on the foot pedal, the mudguard being disposed opposite to the rear wheel.

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