Ergonomic furniture suitable for old people

Abstract

The furniture comprises a cabinet body and a movable cabinet, the cabinet body is arranged outside the movable cabinet in a sleeved mode, a bearing assembly is installed between the cabinet body and the movable cabinet, the bearing assembly comprises two extension plates fixedly connected with the inner wall of one side of the cabinet body, and the extension plates are fixedly connected with the inner wall of the other side of the cabinet body. The outer walls of the tops of the two extension plates are each fixedly connected with a vertically-arranged guide rod, one ends of the tops of the two guide rods are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the top of the cabinet body, the two guide rods are slidably sleeved with the same movable base, a telescopic pipe is hinged to the interior of the movable base, and one end of the bottom of the telescopic pipe is hinged to the middle of the movable cabinet. By arranging the bearing assembly, the telescopic pipe can be converted into a horizontal state when needed, the movable cabinet can be used as a table top, and after the movable cabinet is used, the telescopic pipe can be collected without occupying too large space, so that the functionality of the cabinet body is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of furniture technology, specifically to an ergonomically designed furniture suitable for the elderly. Background Technology

[0002] As the global population ages, the demand for age-friendly furniture is becoming increasingly prominent. Ergonomically designed furniture for the elderly needs to take into account their physiological and psychological characteristics and behavioral habits, and improve their safety, comfort, and autonomy through scientific design.

[0003] A search revealed a utility model patent with Chinese patent publication number CN222284992U, which discloses an adjustable entryway cabinet. The cabinet includes a cabinet body with drawers for placing items inside. Several partition assemblies that cooperate with the drawers are provided on the inner wall of the cabinet. Slide rail grooves corresponding to the partition assemblies are provided on both sides of the bottom of the drawers. The partition assembly includes a support frame and a ball bearing, and the ball bearing is connected to the support frame by bolts. A baffle for preventing the drawer from sliding off is provided on the top of the bolts, and the baffle is rotatable.

[0004] The aforementioned device achieves various storage functions by setting adjustable partitions. However, it only has storage functions and lacks versatility. Therefore, an ergonomic furniture suitable for the elderly is proposed, which combines a table with an entryway cabinet, and is especially suitable for apartments with small spaces. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide ergonomic furniture suitable for the elderly, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an ergonomic furniture for the elderly, comprising a cabinet and a movable cabinet, wherein the cabinet is fitted over the movable cabinet, and a supporting component is installed between the cabinet and the movable cabinet. The supporting component includes two extension plates fixedly connected to the inner wall of one side of the cabinet, and a vertically arranged guide rod fixedly connected to the top outer wall of each of the two extension plates. One top end of each of the two guide rods is fixedly connected to the top inner wall of the cabinet, and the two guide rods are slidably fitted with the same movable seat. A telescopic tube is hinged inside the movable seat, and one bottom end of the telescopic tube is hinged to the middle position of the movable cabinet. A pulley is installed at each of the four corners of the bottom outer wall of the movable cabinet.

[0007] The telescopic tube can be turned into a horizontal state when needed, serving as a desktop. After use, it can be retracted without taking up too much space, thus improving the functionality of the cabinet. To use the desktop, drag the mobile cabinet outwards. The bottom end of the telescopic tube changes its horizontal position. Since the top end of the telescopic tube is connected to the moving base, and the moving base can only slide along the guide rod, the top end of the telescopic tube gradually moves downwards. When it contacts the top wall of the mobile cabinet, the telescopic tube becomes horizontal. Due to the presence of the mobile cabinet, the telescopic tube cannot continue to flip downwards, making it easy to use. Finally, continue pulling the mobile cabinet, and the length of the telescopic tube changes, revealing the desktop.

[0008] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, the portion of the telescopic tube connected to the mobile cabinet is equipped with two elbow support assemblies, which are arranged symmetrically.

[0009] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, the elbow support assembly includes an installation groove formed on the outer wall of one end of the telescopic tube. An extension seat is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of one side of the installation groove. A horizontally arranged support plate is rotatably connected inside the extension seat via a bearing. The top wall of the support plate is at the same level as the top wall of the telescopic tube. A vertical plate is provided on the bottom outer wall of the support plate. A screw is threadedly connected inside the vertical plate. A limit block is rotatably connected to the end of the screw near the extension seat. The top wall of the limit block is in contact with the bottom wall of the support plate.

[0010] For office work, the movable end of the tray can be pushed, and the tray will rotate inside the extension seat so that it can support the user's elbow, ensuring that the device is more ergonomic and more comfortable to use. After adjustment, the screw is driven to rotate by the knob. The screw rotates along the vertical plate and approaches the extension seat. When the limiting block at the end of the screw presses against the outer wall of the extension seat and stops, the position of the tray will not change arbitrarily under the action of friction.

[0011] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, the portion of the limiting block near the extension seat is made of rubber material, and an arc-shaped groove is provided in the middle of the rubber material portion.

[0012] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, the width of the mobile cabinet is smaller than the width of the cabinet cavity.

[0013] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, two clearance grooves corresponding to the positions of the two extension plates are provided on both sides of the top outer wall of the mobile cabinet.

[0014] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution, the top edge of the telescopic tube and the edges of the two support plates are all rounded.

[0015] This utility model provides an ergonomically designed furniture for the elderly, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] (1) By setting up a receiving component, the telescopic tube can be transformed into a horizontal state when needed, so that it can be used as a desktop. After use, it can also be retracted without taking up too much space, which is conducive to improving the functionality of the cabinet. If the desktop is needed, the mobile cabinet is dragged outward, and the position of the bottom end of the telescopic tube in the horizontal direction is changed. Since the top end of the telescopic tube is connected to the mobile base, and the mobile base can only slide along the guide rod, the top end of the telescopic tube gradually moves downward. When it contacts the top wall of the mobile cabinet, the telescopic tube tends to be horizontal. And because of the existence of the mobile cabinet, the telescopic tube cannot continue to flip downward, which is convenient for use. Finally, the mobile cabinet is pulled, the length of the telescopic tube changes, and the desktop is displayed.

[0017] (2) By setting up an elbow support component, if you need to work, you can push the movable end of the tray and the tray will rotate inside the extension seat so that the tray can support the user's elbow. This ensures that the device is more ergonomic and more comfortable to use. After the adjustment is completed, the screw is driven to rotate by the knob. The screw rotates along the vertical plate and approaches the extension seat. When the limiting block at the end of the screw presses against the outer wall of the extension seat and stops, the position of the tray will not change arbitrarily under the action of friction. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall first-view structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall second-view structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a partially enlarged structural diagram of the mobile cabinet of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Cabinet body; 2. Mobile cabinet; 3. Pulley; 4. Support assembly; 5. Elbow support assembly; 401. Extension plate; 402. Guide rod; 403. Mobile seat; 404. Telescopic tube; 405. Clearance groove; 501. Mounting groove; 502. Extension seat; 503. Support plate; 504. Vertical plate; 505. Screw; 506. Limit block. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0024] This utility model provides a technical solution: such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown in this embodiment, an ergonomic furniture for the elderly includes a cabinet 1 and a movable cabinet 2. The cabinet 1 is fitted over the movable cabinet 2. A supporting component 4 is installed between the cabinet 1 and the movable cabinet 2. The supporting component 4 includes two extension plates 401 fixedly connected to the inner wall of one side of the cabinet 1. A vertically arranged guide rod 402 is fixedly connected to the top outer wall of each of the two extension plates 401. One end of the top of each guide rod 402 is fixedly connected to the top inner wall of the cabinet 1. The two guide rods 402 are slidably fitted with the same movable seat 403. A telescopic tube 404 is hinged inside the movable seat 403. One end of the bottom of the telescopic tube 404 is hinged to the middle position of the movable cabinet 2. A pulley 3 is installed at each of the four corners of the bottom outer wall of the movable cabinet 2.

[0025] To use the desktop, drag the mobile cabinet 2 outwards. The bottom end of the telescopic tube 404 changes its horizontal position. Since the top end of the telescopic tube 404 is connected to the movable base 403, and the movable base 403 can only slide along the guide rod 402, the top end of the telescopic tube 404 gradually moves downwards. When it contacts the top wall of the mobile cabinet 2, the telescopic tube 404 becomes horizontal. Due to the presence of the mobile cabinet 2, the telescopic tube 404 cannot continue to flip downwards, making it easier to use. Finally, continue pulling the mobile cabinet 2, and the length of the telescopic tube 404 changes, revealing the desktop. When not in use, first lift the end of the telescopic tube 404 connected to the movable base 403 upwards so that the telescopic tube 404 is no longer in contact with the top wall of the mobile cabinet 2. Then, push the mobile cabinet 2 to drive the movable base 403 to slide upwards along the guide rod 402 until the mobile cabinet 2 is completely inside the cabinet 1.

[0026] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the part where the telescopic tube 404 connects to the mobile cabinet 2 is equipped with two elbow support assemblies 5, which are arranged symmetrically.

[0027] The elbow support assembly 5 includes an installation groove 501 on the outer wall of one end of the telescopic tube 404. An extension seat 502 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of one side of the installation groove 501. A horizontally arranged support plate 503 is rotatably connected inside the extension seat 502 via a bearing. The top wall of the support plate 503 is at the same level as the top wall of the telescopic tube 404. A vertical plate 504 is provided on the bottom outer wall of the support plate 503. A screw 505 is threadedly connected inside the vertical plate 504. A limit block 506 is rotatably connected to the end of the screw 505 near the extension seat 502. The top wall of the limit block 506 is in contact with the bottom wall of the support plate 503.

[0028] When using the desktop, if you need to work, you can push the movable end of the tray 503. The tray 503 will then rotate inside the extension seat 502, so that the tray 503 can support the user's elbow. This ensures that the device is more ergonomic and more comfortable to use. After adjustment, the screw 505 is rotated by the knob. The screw 505 rotates along the vertical plate 504 and approaches the extension seat 502. When the limiting block 506 at the end of the screw 505 presses against the outer wall of the extension seat 502 and stops, the position of the tray 503 will not change arbitrarily under the action of friction.

[0029] like Figure 4 As shown, the portion of the limiting block 506 near the extension seat 502 is made of rubber material, which makes the fit between the limiting block 506 and the extension seat 502 better. Furthermore, an arc-shaped groove is provided in the middle of the rubber material portion, which helps to increase the contact area between the arc-shaped portion of the limiting block 506 and the extension seat 502.

[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the width of the mobile cabinet 2 is smaller than the width of the chamber of the cabinet 1, which makes the movement of the mobile cabinet 2 smoother.

[0031] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, two clearance grooves 405 are provided on both sides of the top outer wall of the mobile cabinet 2, which correspond to the positions of the two extension plates 401. The clearance grooves 405 can be fitted onto the outside of the extension plates 401, thereby preventing the extension plates 401 from affecting the movement of the mobile cabinet 2.

[0032] like Figure 4 As shown, the top edge of the telescopic tube 404 and the edges of the two trays 503 are all rounded. The rounded corner design reduces the risk of collision caused by sharp corners, which is especially suitable for elderly people with limited mobility and reduces injuries from falls or collisions.

[0033] This utility model provides an ergonomically designed furniture for the elderly, the specific working principle of which is as follows:

[0034] When the device is in operation, if the desktop is needed, the mobile cabinet 2 is dragged outwards. The horizontal position of the bottom end of the telescopic tube 404 is changed. Since the top end of the telescopic tube 404 is connected to the mobile base 403, and the mobile base 403 can only slide along the guide rod 402, the top end of the telescopic tube 404 gradually moves downwards. When it contacts the top wall of the mobile cabinet 2, the telescopic tube 404 becomes horizontal. Due to the presence of the mobile cabinet 2, the telescopic tube 404 cannot continue to flip downwards, making it easier to use. Finally, the mobile cabinet 2 is pulled further, and the length of the telescopic tube 404 changes, revealing the desktop. When not in use, the end of the telescopic tube 404 connected to the mobile base 403 is lifted upwards so that the telescopic tube 404 is no longer in contact with the top wall of the mobile cabinet 2. Then, pushing the mobile cabinet 2 will drive the mobile base 403 to slide upwards along the guide rod 402 until the mobile cabinet 2 is completely inside the cabinet 1. When using the desktop, if you need to work, you can push the movable end of the tray 503. The tray 503 will then rotate inside the extension seat 502, so that the tray 503 can support the user's elbow. This ensures that the device is more ergonomic and more comfortable to use. After adjustment, the screw 505 is rotated by the knob. The screw 505 rotates along the vertical plate 504 and approaches the extension seat 502. When the limiting block 506 at the end of the screw 505 presses against the outer wall of the extension seat 502 and stops, the position of the tray 503 will not change arbitrarily under the action of friction.

[0035] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An ergonomically designed furniture for the elderly, comprising a cabinet (1) and a movable cabinet (2), characterized in that: The cabinet (1) is fitted outside the mobile cabinet (2). A supporting component (4) is installed between the cabinet (1) and the mobile cabinet (2). The supporting component (4) includes two extension plates (401) fixedly connected to the inner wall of one side of the cabinet (1). A vertically arranged guide rod (402) is fixedly connected to the top outer wall of each of the two extension plates (401). One end of the top of each of the two guide rods (402) is fixedly connected to the top inner wall of the cabinet (1). The two guide rods (402) are slidably fitted with the same moving seat (403). A telescopic tube (404) is hinged inside the moving seat (403). One end of the bottom of the telescopic tube (404) is hinged to the middle position of the mobile cabinet (2). A pulley (3) is installed at each of the four corners of the bottom outer wall of the mobile cabinet (2).

2. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The portion of the telescopic tube (404) connected to the mobile cabinet (2) is equipped with two elbow support assemblies (5), which are arranged symmetrically.

3. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elbow support assembly (5) includes an installation groove (501) on the outer wall of one end of a telescopic tube (404). An extension seat (502) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of one side of the installation groove (501). A horizontally arranged support plate (503) is rotatably connected inside the extension seat (502) through a bearing. The top wall of the support plate (503) is at the same level as the top wall of the telescopic tube (404). A vertical plate (504) is provided on the bottom outer wall of the support plate (503). A screw (505) is threadedly connected inside the vertical plate (504). A limit block (506) is rotatably connected to one end of the screw (505) near the extension seat (502). The top wall of the limit block (506) is in contact with the bottom wall of the support plate (503).

4. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The portion of the limiting block (506) near the extension seat (502) is made of rubber material, and an arc-shaped groove is provided in the middle of the rubber material portion.

5. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The width of the mobile cabinet (2) is smaller than the width of the chamber of the cabinet (1).

6. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mobile cabinet (2) has two clearance slots (405) on both sides of the top outer wall, which correspond to the positions of the two extension plates (401).

7. The ergonomic furniture for the elderly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top edge of the telescopic tube (404) and the edges of the two support plates (503) are all rounded.

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