Small table plate mechanism with cup stand

By designing a rotatable cup holder structure and linkage components on the car seat tray, the problems of water cup tipping over and insufficient space are solved, achieving stable placement of water cups and improving user experience.

CN224197641UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-05JINHUA LEPA FAURI AUTO PARTS CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JINHUA LEPA FAURI AUTO PARTS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-29
Publication Date
2026-05-05

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Technical Problem

Existing car seat tray tables lack a cup holder, making it easy for cups to tip over, and the space is insufficient to place other items, failing to meet the diverse needs of passengers.

Method used

Design a small tabletop mechanism with a cup holder, including a tabletop assembly and a cup holder structure. The cup holder secures the cup through a rotatable cup holder cover and a connecting rod component. A compression spring and a locking mechanism ensure stability without taking up tabletop space.

Benefits of technology

It enables stable placement of water cups, improves the convenience and safety of the tabletop, enriches the user experience, and solves the problem of tipping over traditional small tables.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of automobile accessories, in particular to a small table plate mechanism with a cup stand, which comprises a table plate component and a cup stand structure, the cup stand structure comprises a cup stand base, a cup stand movable cover, a connecting shaft and a connecting rod component, the bottom end of the connecting shaft is connected with the table plate component, and the cup stand movable cover rotates by taking the connecting shaft as an axis. The cup holder base is connected with the cup holder movable cover through a connecting rod component, the cup holder movable cover is provided with a cup holder hole matched with the cup holder base in shape, and the cup holder base is arranged under the cup holder hole. The rotatable cup holder structure is additionally arranged on the table board assembly, the use area of the table board is not affected, the problem that a cup cannot be placed on a small table board when large objects are placed on the small table board can be solved, the convenience of the table board is improved, user experience is enriched, and the problem that a cup on a traditional small table board topples over is solved. The potential safety hazard that the cup stand on the small table board topples is eliminated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts, and in particular to a small table. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, car seat tray tables on the market do not have a dedicated structure for securing water cups. Water cups are prone to tipping over and falling when placed on the tray table, failing to achieve good convenience and safety. In addition, due to the limited space inside the car, passengers do not have enough space to place water cups, beverages, or other items when using the tray table for normal work or placing a computer. The traditional tray table structure cannot meet the needs of passengers in increasingly diverse usage scenarios.

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this application is: how to make it more convenient and safe for passengers to place their water cups while using the tray table. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a small table mechanism with a cup holder.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: a small table mechanism with a cup holder, including a table assembly and a cup holder structure. The cup holder structure includes a cup holder base, a movable cup holder cover, a connecting shaft, and a connecting rod component. The bottom end of the connecting shaft is connected to the table assembly. The movable cup holder cover rotates around the connecting shaft. The cup holder base is connected to the movable cup holder cover through the connecting rod component. The movable cup holder cover has a cup holder hole that matches the shape of the cup holder base. The cup holder base is located directly below the cup holder hole.

[0006] In some embodiments, the tabletop assembly includes a tabletop cover and a tabletop base. The tabletop cover has a hidden groove that is recessed toward the tabletop base. A cup holder structure is disposed within the hidden groove, and a connecting shaft is disposed within the hidden groove.

[0007] In some embodiments, the bottom of the cup holder cover is provided with a movable bushing, the outer wall of the movable bushing is provided with a first limiting hole and a second limiting hole, the diameter of the first limiting hole is set along the axial direction of the movable bushing, the diameter of the second limiting hole is set along the radial direction of the movable bushing, one end of the first limiting hole and one end of the second limiting hole are connected, the outer wall of the connecting shaft is provided with a fixing protrusion, the axial direction of the fixing protrusion is consistent with the radial direction of the connecting shaft, the movable bushing is movably sleeved on the outer wall of the connecting shaft, and the fixing protrusion is limited to slide within the first limiting hole and the second limiting hole.

[0008] In some embodiments, a compression spring is provided between the movable bushing and the connecting shaft. The axial direction of the compression spring is consistent with the axial direction of the connecting shaft. One end of the compression spring is connected to one end of the movable bushing, and the other end is connected to the connecting shaft.

[0009] In some embodiments, the linkage component includes a first linkage and a second linkage. The two first linkages are arranged crosswise and are movably hinged. One end of the first linkage slides at the upper limit of the cup holder movable cover, and the other end is movably hinged to the second linkage. One end of the second linkage is movably hinged to one end of the second linkage, and the other end is movably hinged to another second linkage. A fixed shaft is fixedly provided below the cup holder base, and the fixed shaft passes through the rotation point between the two second linkages.

[0010] In some embodiments, the cup holder cover is provided with a limiting groove, and one end of the first connecting rod slides within the limiting groove.

[0011] In some embodiments, the cup holder cover is provided with an unfolding spring, the upper end of which is fixedly connected to the cup holder cover and the lower end of which abuts against the first connecting rod.

[0012] In some embodiments, a locking groove is provided on one side of the hidden groove, and the locking groove is connected to the hidden groove. The top of the locking groove is connected to the external space. A locking key is provided inside the locking groove. The top of the locking key is exposed at the top of the locking groove. The locking key slides within the locking groove. A locking hole is provided on one side of the cup holder cover, and the locking key passes through the locking hole.

[0013] In some embodiments, a locking spring is provided in the locking groove. The locking spring is located on the side of the locking key away from the hiding groove, and the locking spring applies a spring force to the locking key toward the hiding groove.

[0014] In some embodiments, the outer edge of the cup holder cover is provided with an outer perimeter protection, which is provided along the outer edge of the cup holder cover.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This new type of small table with a cup holder adds a rotatable cup holder structure to the table assembly. This not only does not affect the usable area of ​​the table, but also solves the problem that the small table cannot hold water cups when large items are placed on it. This improves the convenience of the table, enriches the user experience, solves the problem of water cups tipping over on traditional small tables, and eliminates the safety hazard of cup holders tipping over on small tables. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the cup holder when unfolded.

[0018] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the unfolded cup holder structure;

[0019] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the folded cup holder structure;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting shaft.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure when the cup holder is popped out.

[0022] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the overall structure when the cup holder structure is locked;

[0023] The labels and names in the diagram correspond as follows: 1. Tabletop assembly; 2. Cup holder structure; 11. Tabletop cover; 12. Tabletop base; 13. Hidden groove; 14. Locking groove; 15. Locking key; 16. Locking spring; 21. Cup holder base; 22. Cup holder movable cover; 23. Connecting shaft; 24. Linkage component; 221. Movable bushing; 222. First limiting hole; 223. Second limiting hole; 224. Compression spring; 226. Outer perimeter protection; 227. Locking hole; 228. Cup holder hole; 231. Fixing protrusion; 241. First link; 242. Second link; 243. Fixing shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Please see Figure 1 This utility model provides a technical solution: a small tabletop mechanism with a cup holder, including a tabletop assembly 1 and a cup holder structure 2. The tabletop assembly 1 includes a tabletop cover 11 and a tabletop base 12. The tabletop cover 11 is fixedly connected to the tabletop base 12. The tabletop cover 11 is provided with a hidden groove 13, which is recessed towards the tabletop base 12. The cup holder structure 2 is disposed in the hidden groove 13.

[0026] Please see Figures 2-4The cup holder structure 2 includes a cup holder base 21, a movable cup holder cover 22, a connecting shaft 23, and a connecting rod component 24. The bottom of the movable cup holder cover 22 is provided with a movable bushing 221. The outer wall of the movable bushing 221 is provided with a first limiting hole 222 and a second limiting hole 223. The diameter of the first limiting hole 222 is set along the axial direction of the movable bushing 221, and the diameter of the second limiting hole 223 is set along the radial direction of the movable bushing 221. One end of the first limiting hole 222 and one end of the second limiting hole 223 are connected, and the first limiting hole 222 and the second limiting hole 223 are respectively connected to the space inside the movable bushing 221. The bottom end of the connecting shaft 23 is fixedly connected to the tabletop assembly 1. Specifically, the connecting shaft 23 is fixedly connected to the tabletop base 12 and passes through the tabletop cover 11. The connecting shaft 23 is located in a hidden groove 13, and the outer wall of the connecting shaft 23 is provided with a fixing protrusion 231. The axial direction of the fixing protrusion 231 is consistent with the radial direction of the connecting shaft 23. The movable bushing 221 is movably sleeved on the outer wall of the connecting shaft 23, and the fixed protrusion 231 slides within the first limiting hole 222 and the second limiting hole 223. When the cup holder movable cover 22 rotates about the connecting shaft 23, the fixed protrusion 231 moves within the second limiting hole 223; when the cup holder movable cover 22 rises or falls, the fixed protrusion 231 rises or falls within the first limiting hole 222. In order for the cup holder movable cover 22 to rise automatically, a compression spring 224 is provided between the movable bushing 221 and the connecting shaft 23. The axial direction of the compression spring 224 is consistent with the axial direction of the connecting shaft 23. One end of the compression spring 224 is connected to one end of the movable bushing 221, and the other end is connected to the connecting shaft 23.

[0027] The cup holder cover 22 has a cup holder hole 228 that matches the shape of the cup holder base 21. The cup holder base 21 is connected to the cup holder cover 22 via a connecting rod component 24, and is located directly below the cup holder hole 228. The connecting rod component 24 has a scissor structure with telescopic function. The connecting rod component 24 includes a first connecting rod 241 and a second connecting rod 242. The two first connecting rods 241 are arranged crosswise and movably hinged. One end of the first connecting rod 241 slides at an upper limit on the cup holder cover 22, and the other end is movably hinged to the second connecting rod 242. Specifically, the cup holder cover 22 has a limiting groove, and one end of the first connecting rod 241 slides within the limiting groove. One end of the second link 242 is hinged to one end of the second link 242, and the other end is hinged to another second link 242. When the first link 241 and the second link 242 are folded to the bottom of the cup holder cover 22, the first link 241 and the second link 242 are on the same horizontal plane, thereby reducing the folding thickness of the link assembly. The cup holder cover 22 is equipped with an unfolding spring. When the first link 241 and the second link 242 are folded to the bottom of the cup holder cover 22, the upper end of the unfolding spring is fixedly connected to the cup holder cover 22, and the lower end abuts against the first link 241. The unfolding spring causes the first link 241 to be subjected to a downward elastic force when folded, which facilitates the unfolding of the first link 241. The cup holder base 21 is provided with connecting rod assemblies on both sides. A fixed shaft 243 is fixedly provided under the cup holder base 21. The fixed shaft 243 passes through the rotation point between the two second connecting rods 242. The fixed shaft 243 connects the second connecting rods 242 of the two connecting rod assemblies and plays the role of supporting the cup holder base 21. Moreover, the fixed shaft 243 can also make up for the height difference of the cup holder base 21 entering the cup holder hole 228, so that when the connecting rod component 24 is folded, the surface of the cup holder base 21 and the surface of the cup holder movable cover 22 are on the same horizontal plane.

[0028] In order to cover multiple components at the bottom of the cup holder cover 22, in this embodiment, preferably, the outer edge of the cup holder cover 22 is provided with an outer perimeter protection 226, the outer perimeter protection 226 is provided along the outer edge of the cup holder cover 22, and the outer perimeter protection 226 is fixedly connected to the cup holder cover 22.

[0029] In order for the cup holder structure 2 to be locked in the hidden groove 13, in this embodiment, preferably, a locking groove 14 is provided on one side of the hidden groove 13, one side of the locking groove 14 is connected to the hidden groove 13, the top of the locking groove 14 is connected to the external space, a locking key 15 and a locking spring 16 are provided in the locking groove 14, the top of the locking key 15 protrudes from the top of the locking groove 14, the locking key 15 slides within the locking groove 14, one side of the locking key 15 can enter the hidden groove 13, and the locking spring 16 is located at the distance from the locking key 15. On the side away from the hidden groove 13, the locking spring 16 applies a spring force to the locking key 15 toward the hidden groove 13. The side of the hidden groove 13 is set in the hidden groove 13 due to the spring force of the locking spring 16. Pushing the locking key 15, the locking key 15 can disengage from the hidden groove 13. The cup holder movable cover 22 is provided with a locking hole 227 on one side. When the locking key 15 passes through the locking hole 227, the locking key 15 locks the cup holder movable cover 22. When the locking key 15 disengages from the hidden groove 13, the locking key 15 unlocks the cup holder movable cover 22.

[0030] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: Please refer to... Figure 5 Pushing the locking key 15 unlocks the cup holder cover 22, compressing the spring 224 to lift the cup holder cover 22. The cup holder cover 22 rotates outward about the tabletop assembly 1 around the connecting shaft 23. Please refer to... Figure 1 Due to the gravity of the cup holder base 21, it unfolds downwards via the connecting rod component 24. The cup body passes through the cup holder hole 228 and rests on the cup holder base 21. The cup holder base 21 supports the cup body, and the cup holder hole 228 restricts excessive shaking of the cup body, thus securing it. After use, lift the cup holder base 21, the connecting rod component 24 folds, the cup holder base 21 enters the cup holder hole 228, rotate the cup holder cover 22 above the hidden groove 13, and press down on the cup holder cover 22 until the locking key 15 passes through the locking hole 227. The locking key 15 locks the cup holder cover 22. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 6 .

[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A small table mechanism with a cup holder, comprising a table assembly (1) and a cup holder structure (2), characterized in that, The cup holder structure (2) includes a cup holder base (21), a cup holder cover (22), a connecting shaft (23), and a connecting rod component (24). The bottom end of the connecting shaft (23) is connected to the table assembly (1). The cup holder cover (22) rotates around the connecting shaft (23). The cup holder base (21) is connected to the cup holder cover (22) through the connecting rod component (24). The cup holder cover (22) is provided with a cup holder hole (228) that matches the shape of the cup holder base (21). The cup holder base (21) is located directly below the cup holder hole (228).

2. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tabletop assembly (1) includes a tabletop cover (11) and a tabletop base (12). The tabletop cover (11) is provided with a hidden groove (13). The hidden groove (13) is recessed towards the tabletop base (12). The cup holder structure (2) is disposed in the hidden groove (13). The connecting shaft (23) is disposed in the hidden groove (13).

3. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the cup holder cover (22) is provided with a movable bushing (221). The outer wall of the movable bushing (221) is provided with a first limiting hole (222) and a second limiting hole (223). The diameter of the first limiting hole (222) is set along the axial direction of the movable bushing (221), and the diameter of the second limiting hole (223) is set along the radial direction of the movable bushing (221). One end of the first limiting hole (222) and one end of the second limiting hole (223) are connected. The outer wall of the connecting shaft (23) is provided with a fixing protrusion (231). The axial direction of the fixing protrusion (231) is consistent with the radial direction of the connecting shaft (23). The movable bushing (221) is movably sleeved on the outer wall of the connecting shaft (23). The fixing protrusion (231) is limited and slid within the first limiting hole (222) and the second limiting hole (223).

4. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 3, characterized in that, A compression spring (224) is provided between the movable bushing (221) and the connecting shaft (23). The axial direction of the compression spring (224) is consistent with the axial direction of the connecting shaft (23). One end of the compression spring (224) is connected to one end of the movable bushing (221), and the other end is connected to the connecting shaft (23).

5. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting rod component (24) includes a first connecting rod (241) and a second connecting rod (242). The two first connecting rods (241) are arranged crosswise and are movably hinged. One end of the first connecting rod (241) slides at the upper limit on the cup holder movable cover (22) and the other end is movably hinged to the second connecting rod (242). One end of the second connecting rod (242) is movably hinged to one end of the second connecting rod (242) and the other end is movably hinged to another second connecting rod (242). A fixed shaft (243) is fixedly provided below the cup holder base (21). The fixed shaft (243) passes through the rotation point between the two second connecting rods (242).

6. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cup holder cover (22) is provided with a limiting groove, and one end of the first connecting rod (241) slides within the limiting groove.

7. The small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cup holder cover (22) is equipped with an unfolding spring. The upper end of the unfolding spring is fixedly connected to the cup holder cover (22), and the lower end abuts against the first connecting rod (241).

8. A small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The hidden groove (13) has a locking groove (14) on one side, and the locking groove (14) is connected to the hidden groove (13) on one side. The top of the locking groove (14) is connected to the outside space. The locking groove (14) has a locking key (15) inside, and the top of the locking key (15) is exposed at the top of the locking groove (14). The locking key (15) slides within the locking groove (14). The cup holder cover (22) has a locking hole (227) on one side, and the locking key (15) passes through the locking hole (227).

9. A small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 8, characterized in that, The locking groove (14) is provided with a locking spring (16), which is located on the side of the locking key (15) away from the hidden groove (13). The locking spring (16) applies a spring force to the locking key (15) toward the hidden groove (13).

10. A small table mechanism with a cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer edge of the cup holder cover (22) is provided with an outer perimeter protection (226), which is provided along the outer edge of the cup holder cover (22).