Outdoor appliance capable of randomly switching sunshade and tent

Abstract

The utility model discloses an outdoor appliance capable of randomly switching between a sunshade and a tent, which comprises a support framework and a sunshade cover formed by splicing a plurality of unit umbrella covers, and is characterized in that a first zipper is respectively arranged on the exposed end surface of each unit umbrella cover, and a second zipper is respectively arranged on the exposed end surface of each unit umbrella cover. And the two half zippers of each first zipper are respectively diverged to form a V shape. According to the utility model, the sunshade and the tent which have similar functions and can be used in different time are integrated and designed into one product, so that the camping carrying capacity is reduced, but respective functions are not lacked for use, and the advantages of portability, comfort, functionality, safety and the like are realized.

Description

An outdoor accessory that can be easily switched between a parasol and a tent. Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of outdoor equipment technology, and more specifically to an outdoor equipment that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent. Background Technology

[0002] In modern society, with the continuous improvement of people's living standards and the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle, outdoor camping activities are becoming increasingly popular. Outdoor camping not only allows people to get close to nature and relax, but also enhances their outdoor survival skills and teamwork spirit, making it one of the most popular leisure activities.

[0003] However, camping and outdoor gear is plentiful, each with its own function. Like a simple family home, lacking any of these items would cause inconvenience. Not only is carrying so much gear cumbersome, but packing it away is also a hassle. Therefore, a different approach could be taken: could we integrate similar equipment into a single design to reduce the amount of gear needed without sacrificing functionality, thus making camping activities more convenient? Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the existing technology and provide an outdoor tool that can be switched between a sun umbrella and a tent. It aims to integrate sun umbrellas and tents, which have similar functions but are used at different times, into a single product, thereby reducing the amount of items to carry while still providing their respective functions, and achieving many advantages such as portability, comfort, functionality, and safety.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: an outdoor device that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent, comprising a supporting frame and a sun umbrella surface, wherein the sun umbrella surface is composed of several unit umbrella surfaces spliced ​​together, characterized in that each unit umbrella surface is provided with a first zipper on its exposed end face, and the two halves of each first zipper are respectively forked into a V shape.

[0006] This invention integrates a sun umbrella and a tent, which have similar functions but are used at different times, into a single product, thereby reducing the amount of items to carry while still retaining their respective functions, achieving advantages such as portability, comfort, functionality, and safety.

[0007] During the design process, the following issues were considered: (1) Both sun umbrellas and tents need to provide shade and rain protection, so the fabric of the umbrella surface should be waterproof, UV-resistant, and elastic, and preferably coated with a PU coating, which is both breathable and waterproof; (2) There are many equivalent replacement options for the zipper, such as snap fasteners, Velcro, and straps; (3) Sun umbrellas require a wider radiation area, while tents need to be fully covered, so the switching between sun umbrellas and tents still depends on the opening design of the support frame. However, the support frame is constrained by the sun umbrella surface, so the first innovative design is a V-shaped zipper design on the unit umbrella surface, which allows the sun umbrella surface to be opened or closed.

[0008] It also deforms, so the main bone is divided into two (the main bone and the extension bone), and the two are used in a telescopic connection.

[0009] Preferably, the support frame includes an upper nest and a lower nest. The upper nest has several main ribs, the same number as the unit canopy, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The lower nest has several branch ribs, the same number as the main ribs, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The free end of each branch rib is hinged to the middle of the corresponding main rib above it. Each main rib has an extension rib hinged to its free end for folding. The seams of two adjacent unit canopies are sewn onto a set of main ribs and extension ribs.

[0010] When switching between a parasol and a tent, the main frame deforms as the parasol canopy expands or contracts. Both fiberglass tubing and steel wire have the ability to deform, meeting this requirement. The only additional factor is that the parasol canopy material must be elastic to ensure a proper fit. Furthermore, the articulated extension ribs allow for a larger parasol canopy, ensuring it won't be too small when converted into a tent.

[0011] As an alternative to the above solution, the support frame includes an upper nest and a lower nest. The upper nest has several main ribs, the same number as the unit umbrella surface, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The lower nest has several branch ribs, the same number as the main ribs, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. Each main rib has an extension rib that slides with it on its free end. The sleeved end of each extension rib is hinged to the corresponding branch rib below it. A set of main ribs and extension ribs is correspondingly provided below the seam of two adjacent unit umbrella surfaces. At least one fabric cover that slides with them is provided on each main rib and branch rib. The fabric cover is sewn onto the seam of two adjacent unit umbrella surfaces.

[0012] In addition to the above-mentioned method of deforming the main bone, the main bone can also be changed by altering its length. Therefore, the main bone can be divided into two parts (the main bone and the extension bone), which can be used in a telescopic connection.

[0013] As the unit canopy contracts with the opening and closing of the first zipper, it wrinkles and looks unsightly. Therefore, by sliding them to the main frame or extension frame, these wrinkles can be smoothed out, resulting in a smoother and more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0014] Preferably, a sleeve is provided through the center of the upper nest, and the sleeve has a stepped cavity that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. A pin is provided above the lower nest that can pass into the stepped cavity. A pair of barbs are provided on the outer wall of the middle part of the pin that can be locked onto the step. A deformation groove is provided on the pin along its length. A piston sleeve that can move freely up and down and stop on the step is placed in the upper cavity of the stepped cavity. A compression cavity is provided inside the piston sleeve that allows the pin to be locked after deformation. A nest cover is provided on the upper nest to lock the piston sleeve in the stepped cavity. The upper end of the piston sleeve extends out of the top through hole of the nest cover. A hook is provided on the top of the pin. A pull rope is attached to the hook. The free end of the pull rope exits from the stepped cavity, the compression cavity and the through hole of the nest cover in sequence and remains outside. The outer wall of the upper sleeve of the upper nest has an external thread, and the inner wall of the nest cover has an internal thread that engages with the external thread.

[0015] Preferably, a support rod is connected to the lower part of the lower nest. The top of the support rod has a number of claws integrally formed in the circumferential direction, the same number as the number of the support bones. Each claw passes through the hinge point between the two support bones and the lower nest and is tightly engaged with the lower nest.

[0016] When using a parasol, it can be supported by a support pole. For easy transportation, the support pole can be designed to be telescopic. In use, they can also be tied to a tree trunk, planted in the ground, or attached to a counterweight.

[0017] As an alternative to the above solution, a support rod is connected to the lower part of the lower nest. The top of the support rod is provided with an external thread. A threaded sleeve is integrally connected to the lower side of the lower nest. The internal thread of the threaded sleeve and the external thread of the support rod are connected in a threaded engagement.

[0018] When using a parasol, it can be supported by a support pole. For easy transportation, the support pole can be designed to be telescopic. In use, they can also be tied to a tree trunk, planted in the ground, or attached to a counterweight.

[0019] Preferably, the device also includes a bottom sealing surface, which is connected to the sunshade surface by a second zipper. One half of the second zipper is disposed on the circumferential edge of the bottom sealing surface, and the other half of the second zipper is disposed on the circumferential edge of the sunshade surface.

[0020] When using a tent, it is best to cover it completely to prevent snakes and insects from entering. Therefore, the bottom needs to be sealed, so a second zipper is used for the bottom sealing pad for a detachable connection.

[0021] Preferably, the sunshade surface is circular, square, rhomboid, or hexagonal.

[0022] Preferably, the exposed surfaces of the sunshade are coated with a PU coating. Since both sunshades and tents require sun and rain protection, the canopy fabric should be waterproof, UV-resistant, and elastic, and ideally coated with a PU coating for breathability and water repellency.

[0023] Preferably, at least one of the unit umbrella surfaces has a window with a mesh sewn onto it. To ensure breathability, a window can also be opened between the first zippers on the unit umbrella surface, with the mesh sewn onto the window to prevent insects and snakes.

[0024] Beneficial effects: This utility model integrates a sun umbrella and a tent, which have similar functions but are used at different times, into a single product, thereby reducing the amount of items to carry while still retaining their respective functions, achieving many advantages such as portability, comfort, functionality, and safety. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention when used as a sunshade umbrella;

[0026] Figure 2 is a top view of Figure 1;

[0027] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention when used as a tent;

[0028] Figure 4 is a top view of Figure 3;

[0029] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the support frame of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 is a partial structural disassembly diagram of the supporting frame in Figure 5;

[0031] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of another structure of the support frame of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 8 is a partial structural disassembly diagram of the supporting frame in Figure 7.

[0033] In the diagram: 1-Support frame, 2-Sunshade canopy, 3-Unit canopy, 4-First zipper, 5-Second zipper, 6-Support rod, 7-Bottom sealing pad, 8-Upper nest, 9-Lower nest, 10-Main bone, 11-Support bone, 12-Extension bone, 13-Sleeve, 14-Pin, 15-Piston sleeve, 16-Nest cover, 17-Pull rope, 18-Claw, 19-Screw sleeve, 20-Cloth cover. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the technical means, creative features and objectives of this utility model easier to understand, the following describes this utility model in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0035] Example 1: As shown in Figures 1, 2, 3, and 4, an outdoor device that can be easily switched between a parasol and a tent includes a supporting frame 1, a parasol canopy 2, and a bottom sealing surface 7. The exposed end face of the parasol canopy 2 is coated with a layer of PU coating. The parasol canopy 2 can be designed to be circular, square, rhomboid, or hexagonal, with no shape restrictions. The parasol canopy 2 is composed of four unit canopy pieces 3 spliced ​​together. Each unit canopy piece 3 has a first zipper 4 on its exposed end face, and the two halves of each first zipper 4 are forked into a V-shape.

[0036] The bottom sealing pad 7 and the sunshade surface 2 are connected by a second zipper 5. One half of the second zipper 5 is located on the circumferential edge of the bottom sealing pad 7, and the other half of the second zipper 5 is located on the circumferential edge of the sunshade surface 2.

[0037] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the support frame 1 includes an upper nest 8 and a lower nest 9. The upper nest 8 is hinged with four main ribs 10 at equal intervals around its circumference, the same number as the unit umbrella canopy 3. The lower nest 9 is hinged with four branch ribs 11 at equal intervals around its circumference, the same number as the main ribs 10. The free end of each branch rib 11 is hinged to the middle of the corresponding main rib 10 above it. Each main rib 10 has an extension rib 12 that is hinged to its free end for folding. The seams of two adjacent unit umbrella canopies 3 are sewn onto a set of main ribs 10 and extension ribs 12.

[0038] A sleeve 13 is installed through the center of the upper nest 8. The sleeve 13 has a stepped cavity with a larger upper part and a smaller lower part. A pin 14 is installed above the lower nest 9, which can pass into the stepped cavity. A pair of barbs are provided on the outer wall of the middle part of the pin 14, which can be locked on the step. A deformation groove is provided on the pin 14 along its length. A piston sleeve 15 that can move freely up and down and stop on the step is placed in the upper cavity of the stepped cavity. The piston sleeve 15 has a compression cavity that allows the pin to be locked after deformation. A nest cover 16 is provided on the upper nest 8 to lock the piston sleeve in the stepped cavity. The upper end of the piston sleeve 15 extends out of the top hole of the nest cover 16. A hook is provided on the top of the pin 14. A pull rope 17 is attached to the hook. The free end of the pull rope 17 exits from the stepped cavity, the compression cavity and the hole of the nest cover in sequence and remains outside. The upper sleeve of the upper nest 8 has an external thread on its outer wall, and the inner wall of the nest cover 16 has an internal thread that engages with the external thread.

[0039] A support rod 6 is connected to the lower part of the lower nest 9. The top of the support rod 6 has four claws 18 integrally formed on the circumference, the same number as the number of the support bones. Each claw 18 passes between the hinge point of the two support bones 11 and the lower nest 9 and is tightly engaged with the lower nest 9.

[0040] Example 2: As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the support frame 1 includes an upper nest 8 and a lower nest 9. The upper nest 8 is hinged with four main ribs 10 at equal intervals around its circumference, the same number as the unit umbrella surface. The lower nest 9 is hinged with four branch ribs 11 at equal intervals around its circumference, the same number as the main ribs. Each main rib 10 has an extension rib 12 that slides with it on its free end. The sleeved end of each extension rib 12 is hinged to the corresponding branch rib 11 below it. The sleeved end of each extension rib 12 is hinged to the corresponding branch rib 11 below it. A set of main ribs 10 and extension ribs 12 is provided below the seam of adjacent unit umbrella surfaces 3. Each main rib 10 and branch rib 11 is provided with a cloth cover 20 that slides with it. The cloth cover 20 is sewn onto the seam of adjacent unit umbrella surfaces 3.

[0041] A support rod 6 is connected to the lower part of the lower nest 9. The top of the support rod 6 is provided with an external thread. A threaded sleeve 19 is integrally connected to the lower side of the lower nest 9. The internal thread of the threaded sleeve 19 is threadedly connected to the external thread of the support rod 6.

[0042] The rest is the same as in Example 1.

[0043] Example 3: Each of the two symmetrically arranged unit umbrella surfaces 3 has a window, and a mesh fabric is sewn onto the window. For privacy, a window cover can be added to the inside of the window, which is secured with dotted Velcro, allowing ventilation through the gaps (the above is a conventional tent solution, which is not shown in the figure).

[0044] The rest is the same as in Example 1.

[0045] When using it as a sunshade, keep the first zipper open to allow the unit canopy to unfold as much as possible. Then, tie the pull cord to the hook of the pin and pass it upwards through the holes in the step cavity, the compression cavity, and the cover. Next, push the pin upwards into the step cavity. Then, throw the piston sleeve into the step cavity, and it will naturally fit over the top of the pin along the inner wall of the step cavity. Finally, put the cover on top, making sure that the upper end of the piston sleeve and the free end of the pull cord are exposed. Pulling the pull cord upwards will make the pin lock in the step cavity, making it very easy to lock the upper and lower nests.

[0046] During the unfolding process, in Example 1, the main bone is topped by the branch bone, the extension bone is topped by the main bone, and the extension bone is hinged and flipped open by the tension of the sunshade surface. Then, it is inserted into the lower nest by the clamping claws to stand up the support rod, or tie it to the tree trunk, or insert it into the ground, or insert it into the counterweight. In short, it is made to stand up steadily.

[0047] In Example 2, the lateral bone expands the extension bone, which slides outward relative to the main bone. When the lateral bone reaches its length limit, it lifts the main bone and extends into an extended state. Then, a support rod is screwed onto the threaded sleeve, either tied to the tree trunk, inserted into the ground, or inserted into a counterweight, in short, to make it stand up steadily.

[0048] When used as a tent, remove the first zipper of the support pole and keep it closed to fold up the unit canopy. Then, in the same way as above, unfold the main ribs and extension ribs. At this time, because the unit canopy slope is steep, the extension ribs cannot be unfolded much, leaving some excess at the end of the unit canopy. This is just right for the second zipper to connect with the bottom sealing pad, and people can enter and exit from here.

[0049] When not in use, press down on the piston sleeve. The piston sleeve deforms the pin, causing the barb to disengage from the step, and the pin to disengage from the step cavity. The upper and lower chambers can then be easily unlocked. Stack all components together for storage.

Claims

1. An outdoor device that can be freely switched between a parasol and a tent, comprising a supporting frame and a parasol canopy, wherein the parasol canopy is composed of several unit canopy pieces spliced ​​together, characterized in that, Each of the unit umbrella panels has a first zipper on its exposed end face, and the two halves of each first zipper are forked into a V shape.

2. The outdoor equipment that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting frame includes an upper nest and a lower nest. The upper nest has several main ribs, the same number as the unit canopy, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The lower nest has several branch ribs, the same number as the main ribs, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The free end of each branch rib is hinged to the middle of the corresponding main rib above it. Each main rib has an extension rib hinged to its free end for folding. The seams of adjacent unit canopies are sewn onto a set of main ribs and extension ribs.

3. The sunshade and tent convertible outdoor tool according to claim 1, wherein The supporting frame includes an upper rib and a lower rib. The upper rib has several main ribs, the same number as the unit canopy, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. The lower rib has several branch ribs, the same number as the main ribs, hinged at equal intervals around its circumference. Each main rib has an extension rib that slides with it at its free end. The sleeved end of each extension rib is hinged to the corresponding branch rib below it. A set of main ribs and extension ribs is provided below the seam of two adjacent unit canopies. Each main rib and branch rib has at least one fabric cover that slides with it. The fabric cover is sewn onto the seam of two adjacent unit canopies.

4. The sunshade and tent convertible outdoor tool according to claim 2 or 3, wherein A sleeve is centrally located on the upper nest. The sleeve contains a stepped cavity, wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. A pin, accessible from the lower nest, is positioned above the lower nest. A pair of barbs on the outer wall of the pin's middle section are designed to engage with the stepped cavity. A deformation groove, extending along the pin's length, runs axially upwards from the pin. A piston sleeve, capable of free vertical movement and positioned on the stepped cavity, is placed in the upper cavity of the stepped cavity. The piston sleeve contains a compression cavity that allows the pin to deform and engage. A nest cover, locking the piston sleeve within the stepped cavity, is positioned on the upper nest. The upper end of the piston sleeve extends beyond a hole at the top of the nest cover. A lug is located at the top of the pin, to which a pull rope is attached. The free end of the pull rope exits sequentially through the holes in the stepped cavity, the compression cavity, and the nest cover, remaining outside. External threads are present on the outer wall of the upper sleeve of the upper nest, and internal threads, engaging with the external threads, are present on the inner wall of the nest cover.

5. The outdoor equipment that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent according to claim 2, characterized in that, A support rod is connected to the lower part of the lower nest. Several claws are integrally formed on the top circumference of the support rod, with the same number of claws as the support bones. Each claw passes between the hinge points of the two support bones and the lower nest and is tightly engaged with the lower nest.

6. The sunshade and tent convertible outdoor tool according to claim 3, wherein A support rod is connected to the lower part of the lower nest. The top of the support rod is provided with an external thread. A threaded sleeve is integrally connected to the lower side of the lower nest. The internal thread of the threaded sleeve and the external thread of the support rod are connected by thread engagement.

7. The sunshade and tent convertible outdoor tool according to claim 1, wherein It also includes a bottom sealing surface, which is connected to the sunshade surface by a second zipper. One half of the second zipper is disposed on the circumferential edge of the bottom sealing surface, and the other half of the second zipper is disposed on the circumferential edge of the sunshade surface.

8. The sunshade and tent convertible outdoor tool according to claim 1 or 7, wherein The surface of the sunshade can be round, square, rhomboid, or hexagonal.

9. The outdoor equipment that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent according to claim 1 or 7, characterized in that, The exposed surface of the sunshade is coated with a layer of PU coating.

10. The outdoor equipment that can be freely switched between a sun umbrella and a tent according to claim 1 or 7, characterized in that, At least one unit of the umbrella surface has a window, and a mesh fabric is sewn onto the window.

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