Chopsticks box

Abstract

The utility model provides a chopstick cage which comprises a chopstick cage main body and a supporting back shell, the chopstick cage main body comprises a cage body and a cage cover, the cage body comprises a cage opening for chopsticks to insert, and the cage cover is suitable for covering the cage opening; the supporting back shell is suitable for being mounted on a wall surface; wherein the cage cover is pivoted to the supporting back shell, and the cage cover drives the cage body to turn over downwards through the connecting rod assembly when turning over upwards. The connecting rod assembly is arranged, so that the cage cover and the cage body are turned in opposite directions, the opening and closing angle of the chopstick cage body is remarkably enlarged, and a user can take and place tableware more easily and conveniently.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In everyday kitchen use, the design of traditional chopstick holders has certain limitations in terms of opening and closing methods. Open-type chopstick holders have poor dust protection, detachable chopstick holder lids need to be placed separately during use, are easy to lose and are inconvenient to operate, and flip-up chopstick holder lids have limited opening and closing angles, increasing the difficulty of taking them out. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a chopstick holder that solves the problem of limited opening and closing angle and inconvenience in handling and putting away tableware in traditional chopstick holders.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a chopstick holder, including...

[0005] The main body of the chopsticks holder includes a cage body and a cage lid, the cage body including a cage opening for chopsticks to be inserted, and the cage lid being adapted to cover the cage opening;

[0006] Support back cover, which is suitable for wall mounting;

[0007] in:

[0008] The cage cover is pivotally connected to the supporting back shell. When the cage cover is flipped upward, it drives the cage body to flip downward through the connecting rod assembly.

[0009] Preferably, the linkage assembly includes a driving linkage and a driven linkage. The driving linkage rotates synchronously with the cage cover. After rotating at least 10°, the driving linkage contacts the driven linkage, which then pushes the cage to flip.

[0010] Preferably, the drive link includes a link body and a drive portion protruding from one side of the link body, and the driven link includes a force-receiving portion adapted to fit against the drive portion.

[0011] Preferably, the driving part is L-shaped, and the force-receiving part has an L-shaped corner that matches the shape of the driving part. The unique geometry of the L-shaped structure makes the force transmission more stable and effective during the driving process. By having the short and long sides of the L-shape contact the force-receiving part at different stages, the movement trajectory and force of the driven linkage can be precisely controlled, thereby achieving precise control of the cage's flipping angle and speed, meeting the user's needs for opening and closing the chopsticks cage in different usage scenarios.

[0012] Preferably, the supporting back shell includes:

[0013] Back panel, which can be mounted on a wall.

[0014] The wing plates are disposed on both sides of the back plate, and the cage body is disposed between the two wing plates.

[0015] Wherein: one of the wing plate and the cage includes a guide post, and the other of the wing plate and the cage includes a track limiting groove, and the guide post slides into the track limiting groove to guide the cage to flip downward.

[0016] Preferably, the tracking groove includes a guide section and a positioning section that are interconnected, and the guide section and the positioning section have an included angle of not less than 90°, wherein: when the driven link drives the cage, the guide post slides in cooperation with the positioning section; when the guide post falls into the positioning section, the cage can be further flipped outward.

[0017] The design of the guide section and positioning section divides the cage's flipping process into two stages. In the first stage, the guide section is mainly responsible for guiding the cage to begin flipping, allowing it to smoothly transition from the initial position to the middle position. In the second stage, the positioning section ensures that the cage can flip further outward at a specific position, expanding the opening angle of the cage to meet the user's needs for different degrees of opening when taking out tableware, while reducing shaking when taking out and putting away tableware.

[0018] Preferably, the cage includes a front panel, a rear panel, and a side panel disposed between the two, the side panel including the track limiting groove, and the wing plate including the guide post.

[0019] Preferably, the upper edge of the rear plate forms a horizontal edge, the horizontal edge including a limiting notch adapted to limit the driven link.

[0020] Preferably, the supporting back shell includes a first support portion disposed above the wing plate, the first support portion including a bearing seat adapted to support the pivot shaft, the cage cover including an ear plate, the ear plate and the driving link rotating synchronously with the pivot shaft, one end of the driven link being rotatably sleeved on the pivot shaft, and the other end of the driven link being movable to abut against the cage body.

[0021] Preferably, the first support portion further includes a rotating arc surface that supports the ear plate.

[0022] Preferably, the lug is disposed on the outer side of the bearing seat, and the driven connecting rod and the driving connecting rod are sequentially disposed on the inner side of the bearing seat, wherein:

[0023] The lug includes an inner ring through which the pivot shaft passes and a limiting portion arranged radially along the inner ring. The pivot shaft includes a limiting groove, and the limiting portion is inserted into the limiting groove along the axial direction of the pivot shaft, thereby limiting the lug and the pivot shaft along their axial direction.

[0024] The pivot shaft includes two limiting buckles arranged along its axial direction. Each limiting buckle includes a cantilever portion and a latching portion. One end of the driven link has a circular hole, and the driven link can rotate around the cantilever portion. One end of the driving link has a non-circular hole that matches the cross-sectional shape of the cantilever portion. The cantilever portion and the driving link form a circumferential limiting. The latching portion abuts against the driving link along the axial direction to prevent disengagement.

[0025] The pivot shaft includes a stop cap adapted to abut against the lugs along its axial direction to prevent disengagement.

[0026] Preferably, the first support portion has a groove near the back plate, and the cage cover includes a protrusion. The groove is located in the rotation path of the protrusion, and the protrusion engages with the groove to fix the cage cover. Further, the cage cover is rotated at least 60°, allowing the protrusion to engage with the groove.

[0027] Preferably, the supporting back shell includes two second supporting parts disposed below the wing plate. The second supporting parts are adapted to support the cage body, which includes a drain outlet. A water collection box is detachably disposed below the second supporting parts, and a water collection port is provided between the two supporting parts to connect the drain outlet and the water collection box. The design of the water collection box and water collection port effectively collects the water drained from the chopsticks holder, maintaining a dry and hygienic surrounding environment, preventing bacterial growth, and ensuring the hygiene and safety of the tableware.

[0028] Preferably, the cage further includes a detachable partition, which is tree-branch shaped and includes a longitudinal partition and two inclined partitions connected to the longitudinal partition, namely a first inclined partition and a second inclined partition. Both the first inclined partition and the second inclined partition include several drainage grooves, and the lowest point of the first inclined partition is higher than the lowest point of the second inclined partition.

[0029] By incorporating detachable, tree-branch-shaped dividers, the chopstick holder is divided into two sections. One section is relatively low, suitable for storing shorter cutlery such as small spoons and chopsticks; the other section is higher, more suitable for storing longer cutlery such as long-handled ladles and long chopsticks. This design meets the needs for categorizing and storing cutlery of different lengths, making the arrangement of cutlery more organized and orderly. It not only improves storage efficiency but also makes it easier for users to take and store cutlery, effectively preventing collisions and damage between cutlery.

[0030] Preferably, the back panel can be adhered to the wall surface; or, the back panel can be magnetically adsorbed onto the wall surface; or, the back panel can be detachably adsorbed onto the wall surface via a suction cup assembly.

[0031] Preferably, the suction cup assembly includes suction cups and knobs disposed on the inner and outer sides of the back plate. The suction cup includes a drive stud connected at one end to its center, and the knob includes a drive nut. The drive nut is threadedly engaged with the drive stud. The knob then manipulates the suction cup to deform and create a negative pressure environment, thereby improving the installation method of the chopstick holder, making it easier and more stable to install on different types of walls, and reducing damage to the wall.

[0032] Preferably, the knob is fully exposed when the chopstick holder is opened, making it easy for the user to operate.

[0033] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0034] When opening, the lid opens upwards, and the connecting rod assembly drives the chopstick holder to flip downwards. The two flipping in opposite directions significantly expands the opening angle of the chopstick holder, making it easier and more convenient for users to take out and put away utensils. When closing, simply push the cage back, and the connecting rod assembly will be pressed back, causing the lid to fall and close. The operation is simple and smooth, conforming to users' daily usage habits.

[0035] Furthermore, by employing non-contact drive and driven links, the opening and closing angles of the lid and the cage body are made inconsistent. Compared to a single link design, the lid can open and close to a greater extent, allowing the cage opening to be fully exposed. This facilitates the removal of tableware, thorough cleaning of the inside of the chopsticks holder, and installation of the chopsticks holder. Attached Figure Description

[0036] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a chopsticks holder provided by this utility model.

[0037] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a chopstick holder provided by this utility model.

[0038] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the main body of the chopsticks holder provided by this utility model.

[0039] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the supporting back shell provided by this utility model.

[0040] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the support back shell provided by this utility model from another angle (excluding the suction cup assembly).

[0041] Figure 6 is a structural schematic diagram of the separator provided by this utility model.

[0042] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the pivot shaft provided by this utility model.

[0043] Figure 8 is a structural schematic diagram of the connecting rod assembly provided by this utility model.

[0044] Figure 9 is a side view of the unfolded state of a chopstick holder provided by this utility model.

[0045] In the diagram: 1. Cage body; 11. Cage opening; 12. Panel; 13. Rear panel; 131. Horizontal edge; 1311. Limiting notch; 14. Side panel; 141. Track limiting groove; 1411. Guide section; 1412. Positioning section; 15. Divider; 151. Longitudinal partition; 152. First oblique partition; 153. Second oblique partition; 154. Drain groove; 16. Drain outlet; Cage cover; 21. Protrusion; 22. Ear plate; 221. Inner ring; 222. Limiting part; 23. Holding part; 3. Pivot shaft; 31. Limiting groove; 32. Limiting buckle; 321. Cantilever part; 322. Buckle 33. Stop cap; 4. Linkage assembly; 41. Drive link; 411. Linkage body; 412. Drive unit; 42. Driven link; 421. Force-bearing unit; 5. Water collection box; 51. Elastic buckle; 6. Support back shell; 61. Back plate; 611. Slot; 612. First positioning gear plate; 62. Wing plate; 621. Guide post; 63. First support unit; 631. Groove; 632. Shaft seat; 633. Rotating arc surface; 64. Second support unit; 641. Water collection port; 65. Hook; 71. Suction cup; 711. Transmission stud; 72. Knob; 721. Drive nut. Detailed Implementation

[0046] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0047] It should also be noted that, in order to avoid obscuring the present invention with unnecessary details, only the structures and / or processing steps closely related to the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, while other details that are not closely related to the present invention are omitted.

[0048] Additionally, it should be noted that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0049] like Figure 1-9A chopstick holder includes a main body and a supporting back shell 6. The main body includes a cage body 1 and a lid 2. The cage body 1 includes a cage opening 11 for inserting chopsticks, and the lid 2 is adapted to cover the cage opening 11. The supporting back shell 6 includes a back plate 61 that can be mounted on a wall, wing plates 62 disposed on both sides of the back plate 61, a first support portion 63 disposed above the wing plates 62, and two second support portions 64 disposed below the wing plates 62. The lid 2 is pivotally connected to the first support portion 63, the cage body 1 is disposed between the two wing plates 62, and the second support portions 64 are adapted to support the cage body 1. When the lid 2 is flipped upward, the cage body is flipped downward via a connecting rod assembly 4. The lid 2 has a grip portion 23 on the side facing the cage body 1 for holding.

[0050] In this embodiment, the linkage assembly 4 includes a driving linkage 41 and a driven linkage 42. The driving linkage 41 includes a linkage body 411 and a driving portion 412 protruding from one side of the linkage body 411. The driving portion 412 is L-shaped. The driven linkage 42 includes a force-receiving portion 421 adapted to fit the driving portion 412. The force-receiving portion 421 has an L-shaped corner that matches the shape of the driving portion 412. The driving linkage 41 rotates synchronously with the cage cover 2. After rotating 30°, the driving linkage 41 contacts the driven linkage 42, which then pushes the cage body 1 to flip. By using a driving linkage 41 and a driven linkage 42 that do not directly contact each other, the opening angle of the cage cover 2 can be greater than that of the cage body 1, allowing the cage opening 11 to be fully exposed. The unique geometry of the L-shaped structure makes the force transmission more stable and effective during the driving process. By having the short and long sides of the L-shape contact the force-bearing part 421 at different stages, the movement trajectory and force of the driven link 42 can be precisely controlled, thereby achieving precise control of the flipping angle and speed of the cage 1, meeting the user's needs for opening and closing the chopsticks cage in different usage scenarios.

[0051] In this embodiment, the cage 1 includes a front panel 12, a rear panel 13, and a side panel 14 disposed between the two. The side panel 14 includes a tracking groove 141, and the wing plate 62 includes a guide post 621. The tracking groove 141 includes a guide section 1411 and a positioning section 1412 that are interconnected, with a 90° angle between the guide section 1411 and the positioning section 1412. The design of the guide section 1411 and the positioning section 1412 divides the flipping process of the cage 1 into two stages. In the first stage, the guide section 1411 is mainly responsible for guiding the cage 1 to begin flipping, so that the cage 1 can smoothly transition from the initial position to the middle position. In the second stage, the positioning section 1412 ensures that the cage 1 can further flip outward at a specific position, expanding the opening and closing angle of the cage 1 to meet the user's needs for different degrees of opening and closing when taking out tableware, while reducing the shaking when taking out and putting down tableware. Two hooks 65 are also connected to the bottom of the supporting back shell 6, further expanding the storage capacity of the chopsticks cage.

[0052] In this embodiment, the first support portion 63 is provided with a groove portion 631 near the back plate 61. The cage cover 2 includes a protrusion portion 21, and the groove portion 631 is located in the rotation path of the protrusion portion 21. The protrusion portion 21 is engaged with the groove portion 631 to fix the cage cover 2. When the cage cover 2 is rotated 90°, the protrusion portion 21 can be engaged with the groove portion 631.

[0053] In this embodiment, the first support portion 63 includes a bearing seat 632 adapted to support the pivot shaft 3 and a rotating arc surface 633 disposed on one side of the bearing seat 632. The cage cover 2 includes an ear plate 22, the ear plate 22 and the drive connecting rod 41 rotating synchronously with the pivot shaft 3, and the rotating arc surface 633 adapted to support the rotation of the ear plate 22. One end of the driven connecting rod 42 is rotatably sleeved on the pivot shaft 3, and the other end of the driven connecting rod 42 can move to abut against the cage body 1. Specifically, the upper edge of the rear plate 13 forms a horizontal edge 131, the horizontal edge 131 including a limiting notch 1311, the limiting notch 1311 being adapted to limit the driven connecting rod 42. The ear plate 22 is disposed on the outside of the bearing seat 632, and the driven connecting rod 42 and the drive connecting rod 41 are sequentially disposed on the inside of the bearing seat 632. The ear plate 22 includes an inner ring 221 through which the pivot shaft 3 passes and a limiting portion 222 radially arranged along the inner ring 221. The pivot shaft 3 includes a limiting groove 31, and the limiting portion 222 and the limiting groove 31 are inserted into each other along the axial direction of the pivot shaft 3, thereby limiting the ear plate 22 and the pivot shaft 3 along its axial direction. The pivot shaft 3 includes two limiting buckles 32 arranged along its axial direction. The limiting buckles 32 include a cantilever portion 321 and a latching portion 322. One end of the driven link 42 has a circular hole, and the driven link 42 can rotate around the cantilever portion 321. One end of the driving link 41 has a non-circular hole with a cross-sectional shape that matches the cantilever portion 321. The cantilever portion 321 and the driving link 41 form a circumferential limiting. The latching portion 322 abuts against the driving link 41 along its axial direction to prevent disengagement. The pivot shaft 3 includes a stop cap 33, which is adapted to abut against the ear plate 22 along its axial direction to prevent disengagement.

[0054] In this embodiment, the cage body 1 includes a detachable divider 15, which is tree-branch shaped. The divider 15 includes a longitudinal partition 151 and two inclined partitions 152 and 153 connected to the longitudinal partition 151. The first inclined partition 152 and the second inclined partition 153 allow the tableware to tilt towards the longitudinal partition 151, which is beneficial for controlling the storage direction and ensuring that the tableware is arranged neatly. Both the first inclined partition 152 and the second inclined partition 153 include several drainage grooves 154, and the lowest point of the first inclined partition 152 is higher than the lowest point of the second inclined partition 153. The cage body 1 includes a drain outlet 16 at the bottom, and a water collection box 5 is detachably provided below the second support 64. A water collection port 641 is provided between the two support parts to connect the drain outlet 16 and the water collection box 5. Furthermore, the water collection box 5 includes an elastic buckle 51, and the back panel 61 includes a slot 611. The elastic buckle 51 and the slot 611 engage along the pulling direction of the water collection box 5 to prevent it from becoming loose. The design of the water collection box 5 and the water inlet 641 effectively collects the water drained from the chopstick holder, keeping the surrounding environment dry and hygienic, preventing bacterial growth, and ensuring the hygiene and safety of the tableware.

[0055] In this embodiment, the back plate 61 is detachably attached to the wall surface via the suction cup 71 assembly. The suction cup 71 assembly includes suction cups 71 disposed on the inner and outer sides of the back plate 61 and a knob 72. The suction cup 71 includes a drive stud 711 with one end connected to its center, and the knob 72 includes a drive nut 721. The drive nut 721 is threadedly engaged with the drive stud 711, and the knob 72 thereby manipulates the suction cup 71 to deform and create a negative pressure environment, improving the installation method of the chopstick holder, making it easier and more stable to install on different types of walls, and reducing damage to the wall surface. When the chopstick holder body is opened, the knob 72 is fully exposed, making it convenient for the user to operate.

[0056] In this embodiment, a positioning mechanism suitable for adjusting the orientation of the chopstick holder is provided between the back plate 61 and the suction cup 71. The positioning mechanism includes a first positioning gear 612 and a second positioning gear 612 that can rotate around the drive stud 711 under external force. The first positioning gear 612 is disposed on the back plate 61, and the second positioning gear 612 is disposed on the suction cup 71, with the two facing each other. Under no external force, the chopstick holder and the suction cup 71 remain relatively stationary, preventing the suction cup 71 from rotating on its own.

[0057] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this utility model.

Claims

1. A chopsticks holder, characterized in that, include The main body of the chopsticks holder includes a cage body and a cage lid, the cage body including a cage opening for chopsticks to be inserted, and the cage lid being adapted to cover the cage opening; Support back cover, which is suitable for wall mounting; in: The cage cover is pivotally connected to the supporting back shell. When the cage cover is flipped upward, it drives the cage body to flip downward through the connecting rod assembly.

2. The chopsticks holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The linkage assembly includes a driving link and a driven link. The driving link rotates synchronously with the cage cover. After rotating at least 10°, the driving link contacts the driven link, which then pushes the cage to flip.

3. A chopsticks holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive link includes a link body and a drive portion protruding from one side of the link body, and the driven link includes a force-receiving portion adapted to fit against the drive portion.

4. A chopsticks holder according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The supporting back shell includes Back panel, can be mounted on a wall. The wing plates are disposed on both sides of the back plate, and the cage body is disposed between the two wing plates. Wherein: one of the wing plate and the cage includes a guide post, and the other of the wing plate and the cage includes a track limiting groove, and the guide post slides into the track limiting groove to guide the cage to flip downward.

5. A chopstick holder according to claim 4, characterized in that, The track limiting groove includes a guide section and a positioning section that are interconnected, and the guide section and the positioning section have an included angle of not less than 90°, wherein: when the driven link drives the cage, the guide post slides in cooperation with the positioning section; when the guide post falls into the positioning section, the cage can be further flipped outward.

6. A chopsticks holder according to claim 4, characterized in that, The supporting back shell includes a first support portion disposed above the wing plate. The first support portion includes a bearing seat adapted to support the pivot shaft. The cage cover includes an ear plate. The ear plate and the driving link rotate synchronously with the pivot shaft. One end of the driven link is rotatably sleeved on the pivot shaft, and the other end of the driven link can move to abut against the cage body.

7. A chopsticks holder according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first support portion has a groove near the back plate, and the cage cover includes a protrusion. The groove is located in the rotation path of the protrusion, and the protrusion is engaged with the groove to fix the cage cover.

8. A chopsticks holder according to claim 4, characterized in that, The supporting back shell includes two second supporting parts disposed below the wing plate. The second supporting parts are adapted to support the cage body. The cage body includes a drain outlet. A water collection box is detachably disposed below the second supporting parts. A water collection port is provided between the two supporting parts to connect the drain outlet and the water collection box.

9. A chopstick holder according to claim 8, characterized in that, The cage also includes a detachable partition, which is tree-branch shaped. The partition includes a longitudinal partition and two inclined partitions connected to the longitudinal partition, namely a first inclined partition and a second inclined partition. Both the first inclined partition and the second inclined partition include several drainage grooves. The lowest point of the first inclined partition is higher than the lowest point of the second inclined partition.

10. A chopsticks holder according to claim 4, characterized in that, The back panel can be adhered to the wall surface; or, the back panel can be magnetically adsorbed onto the wall surface; or, the back panel can be detachably adsorbed onto the wall surface via a suction cup assembly.

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