Umbrella capable of being used as alpenstock

Abstract

The utility model discloses an umbrella capable of being used as an alpenstock, which relates to the technical field of multifunctional umbrellas and specifically comprises an umbrella rod, a handle is arranged at one end of the umbrella rod, a plurality of umbrella ribs are movably arranged at the other end of the umbrella rod, and umbrella cloth is arranged on the umbrella ribs. The handle is movably connected with the end part of the umbrella rod and has the capability of moving along the axis direction of the umbrella rod so as to telescopically adjust the overall connection length of the umbrella rod and the handle; the top end of the umbrella rod, which is movably provided with umbrella ribs, is provided with an anti-skid stick tip; according to the utility model, the function fusion of the umbrella and the alpenstock is realized by utilizing the common rigid rod piece structure of the umbrella and the alpenstock, and compared with the traditional equipment with two single functions, the umbrella and alpenstock has the advantages of reducing the load of a user and saving the carrying space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of multifunctional umbrella technology, specifically an umbrella that can be used as a hiking stick. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards gradually improve, various outdoor sports, such as hiking and mountain climbing, are becoming increasingly popular. To prepare for these activities, outdoor enthusiasts often equip themselves with various outdoor gear. For example, umbrellas are needed for sun protection and rain protection, while trekking poles are essential for reducing energy expenditure and protecting leg joints. Considering the wear and tear of carrying various equipment, the lightweight nature of the gear itself is particularly important.

[0003] Umbrellas, as tools for sun or rain protection, like trekking poles for support, have a rigid rod structure. Carrying both not only increases the weight and energy expenditure but also takes up space, thus increasing the burden on the user. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the issue mentioned above where carrying both an umbrella and trekking poles increases the user's burden and energy expenditure, a method is proposed that allows the umbrella to be used as a trekking pole, thereby reducing the user's burden and energy expenditure.

[0005] This utility model discloses an umbrella that can be used as a hiking pole, including an umbrella shaft, a handle at one end of the shaft, and several umbrella ribs movably mounted at the other end, with an umbrella cloth mounted on the ribs; the handle is movably connected to the end of the umbrella shaft and has the ability to move along the axis of the umbrella shaft to adjust the length of the overall connection between the umbrella shaft and the handle; the top of the movably mounted umbrella ribs is provided with a pole tip with anti-slip function.

[0006] As a further improvement of this utility model, the handle is hollow inside and is provided with a telescopic fixing structure. The telescopic fixing structure has the ability to fix or detach the handle from the umbrella pole. In the fixed state, the relative position of the handle and the umbrella pole is fixed and the overall connection length of the two cannot be adjusted. In the detached state, the handle can slide relative to the umbrella pole axis to adjust the overall connection length of the two.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model, the telescopic fixing structure includes a fixing stud, an expansion sleeve, and a countersunk nut; the fixing stud is fixedly disposed at the top of the umbrella rod connecting handle; the expansion sleeve is movably sleeved on the outer periphery of the fixing stud, and its outer wall abuts against the hollow inner cavity wall of the handle, and the expansion sleeve can slide relative to the handle; the countersunk nut is disposed above the expansion sleeve and is threadedly engaged with the fixing stud, and the countersunk nut is driven by rotational force, and under the action of thread engagement, it has the ability to move along the central axis of the fixing stud.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, the expansion sleeve has a groove parallel to the central axis on its tube wall, and the countersunk nut has a tapered inclined surface that tapers towards the end near one end of the expansion sleeve. When the countersunk nut moves along the central axis of the fixing stud toward the side closer to the expansion sleeve, the tapered inclined surface will extend into the inner wall of the expansion sleeve and cause the tube wall to expand along the groove, so that the outer wall of the expansion sleeve abuts and is fixed to the hollow inner wall of the handle, and the expansion sleeve cannot slide relative to the handle.

[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model, a radially extending drive plate is provided on the conical inclined surface of the countersunk nut, and the drive plate is engaged with the groove of the expansion sleeve.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model, the telescopic fixing structure also includes a lifting sleeve and a limiting line. The lifting sleeve has a hollow inner cavity that communicates with at least one end. The lifting sleeve is embedded in the hollow inner cavity of the handle, and the outer wall of the expansion sleeve abuts against the hollow inner cavity wall of the lifting sleeve, allowing the expansion sleeve to slide relative to the lifting sleeve. The upper end of the lifting sleeve is connected to one end of the limiting line, and the other end of the limiting line is fixedly connected to the telescopic fixing structure. The limiting line has the ability to limit the maximum sliding length of the lifting sleeve relative to the expansion sleeve, so as to prevent the lifting sleeve from slipping off.

[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model, the gripping part of the handle is irregularly curved to conform to the ergonomic curve of the hand; a wrist strap is fixedly provided at the top of the handle.

[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model, the tip of the cane is detachably connected to the top of the umbrella shaft, and a cushioning pad is provided at the part where the top of the umbrella shaft abuts the tip of the cane.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] I. This utility model utilizes the rigid rod structure shared by umbrellas and trekking poles to achieve the integration of the functions of umbrellas and trekking poles. Compared with the traditional method of carrying two single-function equipment, it has the advantages of reducing the user's burden and saving carrying space.

[0015] Second, the umbrella handle of this utility model can be adjusted in length as needed to meet the support needs of users of different heights.

[0016] Third, the umbrella tip anti-slip pad of this utility model is detachable and can be replaced and installed according to specific needs. Furthermore, a shock-absorbing rubber pad is set inside the anti-slip pad, which can reduce the impact on the hand during the application of force when used for support. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic fixing structure inside the handle of this utility model after partial cross-section.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the specific composition and individual internal structure of the telescopic fixing structure of this utility model (wherein...). Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the single-unit structure: 1.5x magnification of the fixing stud, and 2x magnification of the expansion sleeve and countersunk nut.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a partially cutaway structural diagram of the expansion sleeve and countersunk nut of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the telescopic fixing structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the cane tip structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the comparison of the handle of this utility model before and after extension and retraction;

[0024] 1. Umbrella pole; 2. Handle; 201. Wrist strap; 21. Telescopic fixing structure; 210. Lifting sleeve; 2101. Limiting rope; 211. Fixing stud; 212. Expansion sleeve; 2121. Groove; 213. Countersunk nut; 2131. Conical bevel; 2132. Drive plate; 3. Umbrella ribs; 4. Umbrella fabric; 5. Cane tip; 501. Cushioning pad. Detailed Implementation

[0025] For specific implementation examples, please refer to the appendix. Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 7

[0026] like Figure 1 As shown, an umbrella that can be used as a trekking pole includes an umbrella shaft 1. One end of the shaft 1 has a detachable handle 2, and the other end has eight umbrella ribs 3 evenly spaced around its circumference. The ribs 3 are rotatably connected to the shaft 1. An umbrella fabric 4 is laid on the ribs 3, and the fabric 4 can fold as the ribs 3 contract and unfold as the ribs expand. Figure 6 As shown, the top of the umbrella pole 1, which is rotatably connected to the umbrella rib 3, is provided with a detachable cane tip 5. The top of the cane tip 5 is made with anti-slip patterns, which can maintain reliable contact with the ground and prevent slippage when providing support. In addition, the part of the top of the umbrella pole 1 that abuts against the cane tip 5 is provided with a cushioning rubber pad 501, which can effectively cushion the impact force at the moment of landing when the user holds the cane and makes a falling action, thus protecting the user's wrist.

[0027] like Figure 2As shown, the outer periphery of the handle 2 has irregularly curved protrusions to conform to the curve of the user's hand when gripping. A ring-shaped wrist strap 201 is provided on the upper side of the handle 2 to provide support and assistance when the user holds the handle, reducing the force required for gripping. The handle 2 is hollow inside, with a cylindrical cavity connecting to the lower end. A telescopic fixing structure 21 is embedded in the cylindrical cavity. The handle 2 can extend and retract along the axis of the umbrella shaft 1 via the telescopic fixing structure 21. Figure 7 The diagram shows a comparison of the handle 2 before and after extension. In the diagram on the right, the distance between the handle 2 and the top of the umbrella pole 1 is farther after extension than in the diagram on the left. This allows for adjustment of the overall connection length between the umbrella pole 1 and the handle 2 before and after extension, to accommodate the needs of users of different heights.

[0028] Specifically, the telescopic fixing structure 21 includes: a lifting sleeve 210, a limiting line 2101, a fixing stud 211, an expansion sleeve 212, and a countersunk nut 213.

[0029] like Figures 3-5 As shown, the lifting sleeve 210 is embedded in the cavity of the handle 2. The lifting sleeve 210 has a cylindrical cavity inside, which is connected to the lower end of the lifting sleeve 210. The diameter of the cavity of the lifting sleeve 210 is greater than or equal to the diameter of the umbrella rod 1. It is sleeved on the upper part of the umbrella rod 1 and can slide along the central axis of the umbrella rod 1.

[0030] A fixing stud 211 is fixedly installed at the top of the umbrella pole 1. The diameter of the fixing stud 211 is smaller than the diameter of the umbrella pole 1, and a conical inclined surface is formed at the junction where it connects with the umbrella pole 1.

[0031] A limiting line 2101 is fixedly connected to the top of the fixing stud 211. The other end of the limiting line 2101 is fixedly connected to the top of the lifting sleeve 210. When the lifting sleeve 210 slides away from the top of the umbrella rod 1, the limiting line 2101 gradually tightens as the sliding distance increases. When the lower end of the lifting sleeve 210 slides close to the conical slope at the junction of the fixing stud 211 and the umbrella rod 1, the limiting line 2101 is completely straightened to limit the further sliding of the lifting sleeve 210 and prevent its lower end from crossing the conical slope.

[0032] The expansion sleeve 212 is a cylindrical part with a through hole in the center, the diameter of which is larger than that of the fixing stud 211. A groove 2121 parallel to the central axis is formed on its wall, penetrating the wall of the expansion sleeve 212. When the expansion sleeve 212 is subjected to an outward driving force inside, the sleeve wall tends to expand along both sides of the groove 2121. The outer wall of the expansion sleeve 212 abuts against the inner wall of the lifting sleeve 210.

[0033] The countersunk nut 213 is a cylindrical part with a diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the lifting sleeve 210. It has a threaded hole at its center that matches the fixing stud 211, and engages with the fixing stud 211 through the threaded hole. Located on the upper side of the expansion sleeve 212, after the countersunk nut 213 is screwed onto the fixing stud 211, a nut is screwed onto the top of the fixing stud 211, abutting against the top of the countersunk nut 213. Near the lower end of the expansion sleeve 212, the countersunk nut 213 has a tapered inclined surface 2131 that tapers downwards. The diameter of the narrowest part of the tapered inclined surface 2131 is smaller than the diameter of the through hole in the expansion sleeve 212. A protruding drive plate 2132 extends radially outwards from the tapered inclined surface 2131 of the countersunk nut 213, and the drive plate 2132 is engaged with the slot 2121.

[0034] Telescopic fixing working principle:

[0035] When the telescopic fixing structure 21 is in the active state, the tapered inclined surface 2131 of the countersunk nut 213 separates from the inner wall of the expansion sleeve 212, the lower end of the drive plate 2132 is engaged with the upper end of the slot 2121 of the expansion sleeve 212, and the outer wall of the expansion sleeve 212 abuts against the inner wall of the lifting sleeve 210. In the above state, when a vertical driving force is applied to the lifting sleeve 210, the lifting sleeve 210 can freely slide up and down along the central axis relative to the upper end of the umbrella rod 1, and the handle 2 sleeved on the outside of the lifting sleeve 210 slides up and down synchronously.

[0036] When it is necessary to fix the handle 2, slide the handle 2 to adjust it to the height position that matches the user, and rotate the handle 2 clockwise. The lifting sleeve 210 is driven to rotate clockwise along with it due to friction. The expansion sleeve 212 also rotates clockwise under the friction of contact with the inner wall of the lifting sleeve 210. The drive plate 2132 is pushed by the slot 2121 of the expansion sleeve 212, which drives the countersunk nut 213 to screw clockwise with the fixing stud 211. The countersunk nut 213 moves downward along the central axis of the fixing stud 211. The lower end of its tapered inclined surface 2131 extends into and abuts against the inner wall of the expansion sleeve 212. Under the contact of the extended tapered inclined surface 2131, the expansion sleeve 212 is subjected to an outward force. The tube wall expands along both sides of the slot 2121. The outer wall of the expansion sleeve 212 is in close contact with the inner wall of the lifting sleeve 210, generating greater friction on the contact surface. Repeat the above rotation process until it can no longer be rotated clockwise. At this point, the lifting sleeve 210 cannot slide up or down, and the handle 2 remains fixed relative to the umbrella pole 1, which can support the user's support and assistance actions. If it is necessary to adjust the height position of the handle 2, simply rotate the handle 2 counterclockwise to reverse the rotational pushing direction of the expansion sleeve 212 on the countersunk nut 213, so that the countersunk nut 213 moves upward, releases the squeezing of the expansion sleeve 212, reduces the friction between the outer wall of the expansion sleeve 212 and the inner wall of the lifting sleeve 210, and makes the lifting sleeve 210 and the handle 2 into an adjustable height movable state.

[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is intended to illustrate the principle and effect of the present utility model, and is not intended to limit the present utility model. All variations, modifications and substitutions within the spirit and principle of the present design are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An umbrella which can be used as a walking stick, characterized in that: The umbrella includes an umbrella pole (1), one end of which is provided with a handle (2), and the other end is movably provided with several umbrella ribs (3), on which an umbrella cloth (4) is provided; the handle (2) is movably connected to the end of the umbrella pole (1) and has the ability to move along the axis of the umbrella pole (1) to adjust the length of the umbrella pole (1) and the handle (2) as a whole; the top of the umbrella pole (1) is provided with a cane tip (5) with anti-slip function; the handle (2) is hollow inside and is provided with a telescopic fixing structure (21), which includes a fixing stud (211) and an expansion sleeve. The tube (212) and countersunk nut (213) are used; the fixed stud (211) is fixedly set at the top of the umbrella rod (1) connecting the handle (2); the expansion sleeve (212) is movably sleeved on the outer periphery of the fixed stud (211), and its outer wall abuts against the hollow inner wall of the handle (2). The expansion sleeve (212) can slide relative to the handle (2); the countersunk nut (213) is set above the expansion sleeve (212) and threadedly engaged with the fixed stud (211). The countersunk nut (213) is driven by rotational force and has the ability to move along the central axis of the fixed stud (211) under the threaded engagement.

2. The umbrella of claim 1, wherein: The telescopic fixing structure (21) has the ability to fix or release the handle (2) from the umbrella pole (1). When fixed, the relative position of the handle (2) and the umbrella pole (1) is fixed and the length of the overall connection between the two cannot be adjusted. When released, the handle (2) can slide relative to the axis of the umbrella pole (1) to adjust the overall connection length between the two.

3. The umbrella of claim 2, wherein: The expansion sleeve (212) has a groove (2121) parallel to the central axis on its tube wall. The countersunk nut (213) has a tapered inclined surface (2131) that tapers towards the end of the expansion sleeve (212). When the countersunk nut (213) moves along the central axis of the fixing stud (211) toward the side closer to the expansion sleeve (212), the end of the tapered inclined surface (2131) will extend into the inner wall of the expansion sleeve (212) and cause the tube wall to expand along the groove (2121), so that the outer wall of the expansion sleeve (212) abuts against the hollow inner wall of the handle (2) and is fixed, and the expansion sleeve (212) cannot slide relative to the handle (2).

4. The umbrella of claim 3, wherein: A radially extending drive plate (2132) is provided on the tapered inclined surface (2131) of the countersunk nut (213), and the drive plate (2132) is engaged with the slot (2121) of the expansion sleeve (212).

5. The umbrella of claim 3, wherein: The telescopic fixing structure (21) also includes a lifting sleeve (210) and a limiting line (2101). The lifting sleeve (210) has a hollow inner cavity that connects to at least one end. The lifting sleeve (210) is embedded in the hollow inner cavity of the handle (2). The outer wall of the expansion sleeve (212) abuts against the hollow inner cavity wall of the lifting sleeve (210). The expansion sleeve (212) can slide relative to the lifting sleeve (210). The upper end of the lifting sleeve (210) is connected to one end of the limiting line (2101), and the other end of the limiting line (2101) is fixedly connected to the telescopic fixing structure (21). The limiting line (2101) has the ability to limit the maximum sliding length of the lifting sleeve (210) relative to the expansion sleeve (212) to prevent the lifting sleeve from slipping.

6. The umbrella of claim 1, wherein: The grip of the handle (2) is irregularly curved to conform to the ergonomic curve of the hand; a wrist strap (201) is fixedly installed at the top of the handle (2).

7. The umbrella of claim 1, wherein: The tip of the cane (5) is detachably connected to the top of the umbrella pole (1), and a cushioning pad (501) is provided on the part where the top of the umbrella pole (1) abuts against the tip of the cane (5).

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