A bottomless pet carrier

Abstract

This utility model discloses a bottomless pet carrier, comprising: a top frame and a bottom frame, each with a U-shaped groove; side panels, installed at both ends within the U-shaped groove, with multiple side panels forming a through cavity open at both ends; a top plate, detachably mounted on the top frame, on which a cooling module is installed, one end of which penetrates the top plate and extends into the through cavity; a first water tray installed at the lower part of the top plate, with several air outlets on its edge; and a water pipe passing through the side panels and connected to the first water tray. A second water tray is installed on the side plate, one end of which is connected to the first water tray, and the other end to the water pipe. The bottomless design avoids the problem of difficult-to-clean bottom plates in traditional pet carriers, allowing users to directly rinse the inside of the carrier. The detachable top plate, combined with the first water tray, effectively expands the usable space inside the carrier, making it convenient for users to open the top plate for cleaning.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet cage structures, specifically a bottomless pet box. Background Technology

[0002] Compared to traditional wire mesh pet cages, pet houses have temperature control functions. Temperature control primarily refers to cooling in summer. Considering operating costs, small pet houses mainly use semiconductor coolers for cooling. Semiconductor cooling produces condensation, which needs to be collected and channeled using a drip tray.

[0003] Currently, the water trays are large and installed on the side wall, making it inconvenient to clean the pet house. In addition, the existing cage structure has many inconveniences during use and transportation, mainly involving inconvenient assembly and cleaning. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a bottomless pet carrier to solve the problems of inconvenient assembly and cleaning of existing refrigerated pet cages.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a bottomless pet carrier, comprising:

[0006] Top and bottom frames, with U-shaped grooves;

[0007] The side plates are installed in the U-shaped grooves at the top and bottom, and multiple side plates are wrapped to form a through cavity with openings at the top and bottom;

[0008] The top plate is detachably installed on the top frame. A cooling module is provided on the top plate, with one end of the cooling module penetrating through the top plate and extending into the through cavity.

[0009] The first water receiving tray is installed at the bottom of the top plate, and several air outlets are provided on the edge of the first water receiving tray;

[0010] The water pipe runs through the side panel and connects to the first water receiving tray.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution:

[0012] A second water receiving tray is installed on the side plate. One end of the second water receiving tray is connected to the first water receiving tray, and the other end is connected to the water receiving pipe.

[0013] The side panel includes a first plate and a space frame. Several edges of the first plate are tenon-and-mortise interlocked. The space frame wraps around the outside of the first plate and the space frames are connected by connecting buckles.

[0014] The side panel includes a column and a second plate. The column is connected to the base frame via a lower connector and to the top frame via an upper connector. The column is provided with a mounting groove, and the second plate is slidably installed in the mounting groove.

[0015] A first connecting nail is provided between the side plate and the top frame, and a second connecting nail is provided between the side plate and the base frame.

[0016] The column is provided with an installation through groove, and the upper connector and the lower connector are threaded into the installation through groove.

[0017] The base frame is equipped with cross-shaped guide ribs with rounded top corners, which are inserted into the uprights.

[0018] A doorway is provided on the side panel.

[0019] A protective cover is provided on the top plate, and the protective cover is wrapped around the outside of the refrigeration module.

[0020] The bottom of the base frame is equipped with a fixing component.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0022] Easy assembly and efficient transportation and storage: Utilizing a modular assembly structure, each component can be transported separately, significantly reducing transportation volume and costs. The assembly process is shifted to the user, allowing them to assemble the components according to their own time and needs, saving storage space. Multiple convenient connection methods are provided, and assembly can be completed with only simple tools, lowering the barrier to entry.

[0023] Easy to clean and maintain: The top panel is removable, and the first drip tray is integrated with the top panel, effectively expanding the usable space inside the enclosure and allowing users to easily open the top panel periodically for cleaning. The second drip tray is small or does not occupy much space inside the enclosure, making it easy to access during cleaning and easy to remove and rinse. The bottomless design avoids the problem of difficult-to-clean bottoms in traditional pet carriers, allowing users to directly rinse the inside of the enclosure.

[0024] In conclusion, this bottomless pet carrier, through its innovative structural design, offers significant advantages in multiple aspects, including transportation, assembly, cleaning, functionality, and user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall external structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the side plate structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the base frame structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the through cavity structure in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of Embodiment 1 of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the water receiving tray structure of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the side plate structure of Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the column structure in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the column and the base frame in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0035] Figure 11 This utility model Figure 10 Enlarged structural diagram at point B;

[0036] Figure 12 This utility model Figure 10 Enlarged structural diagram at point C;

[0037] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the top frame and the column of this utility model;

[0038] Figure 14 This utility model Figure 13 Enlarged structural diagram at point D. Reference numerals: 1. Top frame; 11. Upper connector; 2. Base frame; 21. Lower connector; 22. Cross guide rib; 3. U-shaped groove; 4. Side plate; 41. First plate; 42. Space frame; 43. Connecting buckle; 44. Column; 45. Second plate; 46. Mounting groove; 47. Mounting through groove; 5. Top plate; 6. First water tray; 61. Air outlet; 7. Water pipe; 8. Second water tray; 91. First connecting nail; 92. Second connecting nail; 48. Doorway; 49. Protective cover. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicating orientation or position, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0042] 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.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, the bottomless pet carrier of this embodiment includes:

[0044] Top frame 1 and bottom frame 2, with U-shaped groove 3;

[0045] Side panels 4 are installed within the U-shaped grooves 3 at both the top and bottom. Multiple side panels 4 enclose each other to form a through cavity with openings at both the top and bottom. At least one side panel 4 has a door opening 48. A door curtain can be installed on the door opening 48 via a mounting flange. For ease of use, a temperature display mounting position is provided above the door opening 48. A temperature display can be installed to show the temperature, or a humidity display can be added, depending on the requirements.

[0046] The top plate 5 is detachably mounted on the top frame 1. A cooling module is mounted on the top plate 5, with one end extending through the top plate 5 into the through-cavity. The top plate 5 and top frame 1 are primarily fixed with screws, but Velcro, magnetic fasteners, or other methods can also be used for quick disassembly and connection. A protective cover 49 is mounted on the top plate 5, covering the outside of the cooling module. The protective cover 49 can take various forms, as long as it partially covers the cooling module. The protective cover 49 is typically a mesh frame. The cooling module is a semiconductor cooling chip module.

[0047] The first water collection tray 6 is installed on the lower part of the top plate 5. Several air outlets 61 are provided on the edge of the first water collection tray 6. The first water collection tray 6 is fixed to the lower part of the top plate 5 by a fastener or screw. The fan of the cooling module exhausts air through the air outlets 61. The first water collection tray 6 has a conical bottom design (arc-shaped sloping surface, using one of the conical structures) to ensure timely drainage of condensate. To prevent secondary condensation, a foam layer, usually EVA foam, is provided on the first water collection tray 6.

[0048] Water pipe 7 passes through side plate 4 and is connected to the first water receiving tray 6.

[0049] For easy cleaning, a second water tray 8 is installed on the side panel 4. One end of the second water tray 8 is connected to the first water tray 6, and the other end is connected to the water pipe 7. For cleaning, the top panel 5 can be removed to clean the interior. The second water tray 8 is much smaller than the first water tray 6, saving space inside the box and facilitating cleaning. The second water tray 8 can be a tray body or a plug-in connection structure, allowing for easy removal of the top panel 5. The second water tray 8 also features a conical bottom design and can also be fitted with a foam layer.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] In one embodiment, the side panel 4 includes a first panel 41 and a space frame 42. Several first panels 41 are joined at the edges using mortise and tenon joints, allowing for easy installation without tools. This also reduces manufacturing costs and enables rapid assembly, improving the user experience. Damaged panels can be directly replaced, and the ease of assembly increases user satisfaction. The space frame 42 wraps around the outside of the first panel 41, and several space frames 42 are connected by connecting buckles 43. The connecting buckles 43 are C-shaped, facilitating assembly and allowing for disassembly and transportation, reducing transportation and storage costs. It should be noted that the side panel 4 can be formed by folding multiple first panels 41, i.e., multiple first panels 41 are mounted on a connecting sheet, allowing for rapid folding to form the desired side panel 4 structure.

[0052] In another embodiment, a first connecting nail 91 is provided between the side plate 4 and the top frame 1, and a second connecting nail 92 is provided between the side plate 4 and the base frame 2. The connecting nails are generally plastic clips.

[0053] In this embodiment, the first plate 41 is assembled first, followed by the mesh frame 42. The first plate 41 and the mesh frame 42 are placed on the U-shaped groove 3 of the base frame 2 and fixed with the second connecting nail 92. Next, the top frame 1 is installed and fixed with the first connecting nail 91. The second water receiving tray 8 is installed on the side plate 4 with connecting nails and connected to the water receiving pipe 7, thus completing the assembly of the bottom structure. Then, the first water receiving tray 6 is fixed on the top plate 5 with connecting nails, and the top plate 5 is placed on the top frame 1 to complete the overall installation.

[0054] Example 2

[0055] In one embodiment, the side plate 4 includes a column 44 and a second plate 45. The column 44 is connected to the base frame 2 via a lower connector 21; the column 44 is connected to the top frame 1 via an upper connector 11. The column 44 is provided with a mounting groove 46, and the second plate 45 is slidably installed in the mounting groove 46. The second plate 45 is installed by a plug-in type, and the U-shaped grooves 3 on the top frame 1 and the base frame 2 are provided with reinforcing ribs to secure the second plate 45.

[0056] In another embodiment, the column 44 is provided with a mounting slot 47, and the upper connector 11 and the lower connector 21 are threaded into the mounting slot 47. The mounting slot 47 is integrally formed with the column 44 and is used for mounting screws.

[0057] In another embodiment, the base frame 2 is provided with a cross-shaped guide rib 22 with rounded top corners, which is inserted into the column 44. For convenient and quick positioning and assembly, positioning can be achieved by quickly inserting the cross-shaped guide rib 22 into the column 44, and then installing screws.

[0058] In another embodiment, a fixing component is provided at the bottom of the base frame 2. The fixing component uses suction cups or other fixing structures to secure the box and prevent it from tipping over. It should be noted that since this pet box is mainly used for small pets such as chinchillas, the box will not move even without the fixing component.

[0059] In this embodiment, the column 44 is first inserted into the cross guide rib 22 of the base frame 2, then the second plate 45 is inserted, and then the top frame 1 is installed. Subsequently, the upper connector 11 and the lower connector 21 are screwed on to complete the assembly. The installation of the water receiving tray and the top plate is the same as in embodiment 1.

[0060] This utility model of a bottomless pet carrier adopts a modular assembly structure, which is convenient for transportation and transfers the installation process to the user end, without occupying storage space. It is simple to assemble and easy to use. The bottomless structure design and the modular water tray design make it convenient for users to clean the pet carrier.

[0061] The above descriptions are merely embodiments of this utility model, and common knowledge regarding specific structures and characteristics is not described in detail here. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A floorless pet crate, characterized in that, include: Top frame (1) and bottom frame (2), with a groove (3); Side plates (4) are installed in the groove (3) at both the top and bottom ends, and multiple side plates (4) are wrapped to form a through cavity with openings at both the top and bottom ends; The top plate (5) is detachably installed on the top frame (1). A cooling module is provided on the top plate (5), and one end of the cooling module extends through the top plate (5) into the through cavity. The first water receiving tray (6) is installed on the lower part of the top plate (5), and several air outlets (61) are provided on the edge of the first water receiving tray (6). A water inlet pipe (7) passes through the side plate (4) and is connected to the first water inlet tray (6).

2. The bottomless pet box according to claim 1, wherein: A second water receiving tray (8) is installed on the side plate (4). One end of the second water receiving tray (8) is connected to the first water receiving tray (6), and the other end is connected to the water receiving pipe (7).

3. The bottomless pet box according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The side panel (4) includes a first plate (41) and a space frame (42). The edges of several first plates (41) are tenon-and-mortise engaged. The space frame (42) is wrapped around the outside of the first plate (41). Several space frames (42) are connected by connecting buckles (43).

4. The bottomless pet box according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The side plate (4) includes a column (44) and a second plate (45). The column (44) is connected to the base frame (2) through a lower connector (21). The column (44) is connected to the top frame (1) through an upper connector (11). The column (44) is provided with an installation groove (46), and the second plate (45) is slidably installed in the installation groove (46).

5. The bottomless pet carrier according to claim 3, characterized in that: A first connecting nail (91) is provided between the side plate (4) and the top frame (1), and a second connecting nail (92) is provided between the side plate (4) and the base frame (2).

6. The bottomless pet carrier according to claim 4, characterized in that: The column (44) is provided with an installation through groove (47), and the upper connector (11) and the lower connector (21) are threaded into the installation through groove (47).

7. The bottomless pet carrier according to claim 6, characterized in that: The base frame (2) is provided with a cross guide rib (22) with rounded top corners, and the cross guide rib (22) is inserted into the column (44).

8. The bottomless pet carrier according to any one of claims 5-7, characterized in that: A doorway (48) is provided on the side panel (4).

9. The bottomless pet carrier according to claim 8, characterized in that: A protective cover (49) is provided on the top plate (5), and the protective cover (49) is wrapped around the outside of the refrigeration module.

10. The bottomless pet carrier according to claim 9, characterized in that: The bottom of the base frame (2) is provided with a fixing component.

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