Bowl basket assembly and dishwasher

Abstract

This utility model discloses a dish rack assembly and a dishwasher. The dish rack assembly includes: a dish rack body, a first positioning buckle, and a first movable row. The dish rack body includes a first connecting strip. The first positioning buckle has a first slot, a first fixing slot, and a second fixing slot. The first connecting strip passes through and is positioned in the first slot. The first movable row includes a first rotating rod and a first support rod connected to the first rotating rod. The first rotating rod passes through and is positioned in the first fixing slot. The first movable row is rotatable around the first rotating rod and drives the first support rod to stand upright and tilt. The second movable row includes a second rotating rod and a second support rod connected to the second rotating rod. The second rotating rod passes through and is positioned in the second fixing slot. The second movable row is rotatable around the second rotating rod and drives the second support rod to stand upright and tilt. The dish rack assembly according to this utility model embodiment simplifies the structure of the dish rack assembly and facilitates the stable rotation of the first and second movable rows.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a dish rack assembly and a dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] The dishwasher's dish rack assembly is used to load and secure tableware. Since tableware comes in various sizes and shapes, the rack assembly must be compatible with the space required for multiple types of tableware. This is typically achieved by incorporating a movable rack structure within the rack, which adapts to different tableware arrangements through varying positions. Currently, the movable rack structures in dishwasher rack assemblies on the market are often complex or bulky, taking up considerable rack space and hindering the placement of tableware. Utility Model Content

[0003] One objective of this invention is to provide a dish rack assembly and a dishwasher that simplifies the structure of the dish rack assembly and facilitates the stable rotation of the first and second movable rows.

[0004] A bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a bowl basket body, a first positioning buckle, and a first movable row. The bowl basket body includes a first connecting strip. The first positioning buckle has a first slot, a first fixing slot, and a second fixing slot. The first connecting strip passes through and is positioned in the first slot. The first movable row includes a first rotating rod and a first support rod connected to the first rotating rod. The first rotating rod passes through and is positioned in the first fixing slot. The first movable row is rotatable around the first rotating rod and drives the first support rod to stand upright and tilt. The second movable row includes a second rotating rod and a second support rod connected to the second rotating rod. The second rotating rod passes through and is positioned in the second fixing slot. The second movable row is rotatable around the second rotating rod and drives the second support rod to stand upright and tilt. The first connecting strip, the first rotating rod, and the second rotating rod extend along a first horizontal direction.

[0005] The bowl basket assembly according to the embodiment of the present utility model can simplify the structure of the bowl basket assembly and facilitate the stable rotation of the first movable row and the second movable row.

[0006] In addition, the bowl basket assembly according to the above embodiments of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0007] In some embodiments, the main body of the bowl basket further includes a second connecting strip extending along a first horizontal direction, the second connecting strip and the first connecting strip being distributed along a second horizontal direction, the second horizontal direction being perpendicular to the first horizontal direction, and the first positioning buckle also having a second slot, the second connecting strip being inserted and positioned in the second slot.

[0008] In some embodiments, the opening of the second card slot and the opening of the first card slot are arranged along the second horizontal direction, and the openings of the second card slot and the first card slot face the same direction.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first fixing groove and the second fixing groove are distributed along the second horizontal direction and are disposed between the first card slot and the second card slot.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first connecting strip is higher than the second connecting strip, and the first movable row is in a tilted position relative to its upright position away from the first connecting strip; the second movable row is in a tilted position relative to its upright position away from the first connecting strip.

[0011] In some embodiments, the main body of the bowl basket further includes a third connecting strip extending along a second horizontal direction, the third connecting strip being intersected and connected with the first connecting strip, the first positioning buckle also having a mating groove, the third connecting strip being inserted and positioned in the mating groove, and the second horizontal direction being perpendicular to the first horizontal direction.

[0012] In some embodiments, the lower side of the first fixing groove is open, the third connecting strip is opposite to the first fixing groove in the vertical direction, and cooperates with the first fixing groove to limit the first rotating rod.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first positioning buckle further includes a first limiting groove communicating with the first fixed groove, and the first movable row further includes a first limiting rod connected to the first rotating rod, the first limiting rod being swingably limited in the first limiting groove; the first positioning buckle further includes a second limiting groove communicating with the second fixed groove, and the second movable row further includes a second limiting rod connected to the second rotating rod, the second limiting rod being swingably limited in the second limiting groove, and the second horizontal direction is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first limiting groove has a first side and a second side opposite to each other along a second horizontal direction, the first limiting rod abuts against the first side when the first support rod is upright, and the first limiting rod abuts against the second side when the first support rod is tilted; the second limiting groove has a third side and a fourth side opposite to each other along a second horizontal direction, the second limiting rod abuts against the third side when the second support rod is upright, and the second limiting rod abuts against the fourth side when the second support rod is tilted.

[0015] In some embodiments, the second support rod is positioned above the first rotating rod when tilted, and the angle between the first limiting rod and the first support rod is greater than the angle between the second limiting rod and the second support rod.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first fixing groove and the second fixing groove are flush in the vertical direction.

[0017] In some embodiments, the first support rod is straight, and the second support rod includes a first rod portion connecting to the second rotating rod and a second rod portion connecting to the first rod portion. When the first support rod and the second support rod are erected, the first support rod and the second rod portion are on the same plane and are staggered.

[0018] The dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the aforementioned dish rack assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a partial schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model, showing the first support rod and the second support rod standing upright.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model, showing the first support rod standing upright and the second support rod tilted.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model, showing the first support rod tilted and the second support rod tilted.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a partial schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model, showing the first support rod and the second support rod standing upright.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a partial schematic diagram of the bowl basket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model, showing the first support rod and the second support rod standing upright.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the first positioning buckle according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the first positioning buckle according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0027] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the first and second movable rows according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0028] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the first movable row according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0029] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the second movable row according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] Bowl basket assembly 10, bowl basket body 11, first connecting strip 111, second connecting strip 112, third connecting strip 113, first positioning buckle 12, main body part 121, first buckle part 122, first slot 1221, first opening 1222, first guide slope 1223, second buckle part 123, second slot 1231, second opening 1232, second guide slope 1233, mating groove 1241, first fixing groove 1251, first limiting groove 1252, second fixing groove 1253, second limiting groove 1254, spring buckle 126, second positioning buckle 13, first movable row 14, first rotating rod 141, first support rod 142, first limiting rod 143, second movable row 15, second rotating rod 151, second support rod 152, first rod part 1521, second rod part 1522, second limiting rod 153. Detailed Implementation

[0032] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a dishwasher rack assembly with a movable rack. Currently, dishwasher rack assemblies with movable racks generally use plastic clips and steel wire connections. However, most related technologies are based on a single movable rack, which suffers from fixed adjustment, low installation efficiency, and complex flipping methods. More importantly, they cannot meet the loading needs of different tableware, resulting in wasted space. In addition, the clips for positioning the movable rack in related technologies can only achieve the flipping of a single horizontal movable rack. This structure occupies a large space, is difficult to assemble, and is limited by its structure, preventing the placement of tableware of different sizes. Furthermore, variable-distance rack assemblies are mostly implemented by welding a fixed rack in combination with a single movable rack, which cannot achieve a completely folded-down configuration, resulting in wasted space in the rack assembly and failing to meet the diverse tableware needs of users.

[0033] As can be seen from the above, the relevant technologies have the following technical problems: 1. A single movable rack cannot meet the needs of users with different sizes of tableware and takes up a lot of space; 2. Variable distance bowl basket components are mostly achieved by welding a fixed rack in combination with a single movable rack, which is costly; 3. Variable distance double movable racks cannot be fully laid down, resulting in low space utilization.

[0034] This invention provides a dish rack assembly and a dishwasher, particularly suitable for a variable-pitch dual-moving-row adjustable dish rack assembly to meet different tableware loading requirements and improve the tumbling experience of the moving rows. This invention aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. The dish rack assembly of this invention has a simple structure, allowing users more diverse tableware loading options. The moving rows can be fully erected to wash more standard tableware; a single row can be folded down to place non-standard plates; or all rows can be folded down to free up space for larger cookware and other diverse needs.

[0035] To further realize this utility model, the bowl basket assembly includes: a bowl basket body, a first positioning buckle, a first movable row, a second movable row, and a second positioning buckle, etc.

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 11 According to an embodiment of the present invention, the dish basket assembly 10 can be applied to dishwashers, sterilizers, etc., for storing tableware or kitchen utensils such as bowls and cups. The dish basket assembly 10 may include a dish basket body 11, a first positioning buckle 12, and a first movable row 14.

[0038] Specifically, the main body 11 of the bowl basket includes a first connecting strip 111, and a first positioning buckle 12 has a first slot 1221 and a first fixing slot 1251. The first connecting strip 111 passes through and is positioned in the first slot 1221. The first movable row 14 includes a first rotating rod 141 and a first support rod 142, and the first support rod 142 is connected to the first rotating rod 141. The first rotating rod 141 passes through and is positioned in the first fixing slot 1251. The first movable row 14 can rotate around the first rotating rod 141 and drive the first support rod 142 to stand upright and tilt.

[0039] The first positioning buckle 12 can install the first movable row 14 onto the bowl basket body 11. After the first movable row 14 is installed onto the bowl basket body 11, the first movable row 14 can drive the first support rod 142 to rotate between the upright and tilted positions. Figure 2 When the first support rod 142 is erected, it can be used to support the tableware; for example... Figure 3 When the first support rod 142 is tilted, the space for storing tableware on the main body of the bowl basket 11 can be adjusted to accommodate tableware of different sizes.

[0040] In addition, the extension direction of the first connecting bar 111 is the same as the extension direction of the first rotating rod 141. In contrast to the scheme where the extension directions of the first connecting bar 111 and the first rotating rod 141 are perpendicular, in this utility model, the first connecting bar 111 and the first rotating rod 141 can be set to extend in the same direction. This avoids interference between the first movable row 14 and the first connecting bar 111 or affects the rotation of the first movable row 14, which facilitates the rotation of the first movable row 14 and improves the rotational stability of the first movable row 14.

[0041] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the bowl basket assembly 10 can adjust the upright and tilted state of the first support rod 142 by rotating the first movable row 14, so as to improve the space utilization of the bowl basket body 11. In addition, it can also simplify the structure of the bowl basket assembly 10 and facilitate the stable rotation of the first movable row 14.

[0042] like Figures 5 to 9 In some embodiments, the bowl basket assembly 10 further includes a second movable row 15, which includes a second rotating rod 151 and a second support rod 152 connected to the second rotating rod 151. The second movable row 15 is rotatable around the second rotating rod 151 and drives the second support rod 152 to stand upright and tilt. The first positioning buckle 12 can install the second movable row 15 onto the bowl basket body 11. After the second movable row 15 is installed onto the bowl basket body 11, it can drive the second support rod 152 to rotate between the upright and tilted positions. Figure 2 When the second support rod 152 is erected, it can be used to support the tableware; for example... Figure 3 When the second support rod 152 is tilted, the space for storing tableware on the main body 11 of the bowl basket can be adjusted to accommodate tableware of different sizes. The first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15 of this utility model are connected to the main body 11 of the bowl basket via the first positioning buckle 12. Depending on the needs of the tableware, the bowl basket can be fully upright, with a single rod upright, or fully tilted down.

[0043] The first positioning buckle 12 further includes a second fixing groove 1253, through which the second rotating rod 151 passes and is positioned. The second fixing groove 1253 and the first fixing groove 1251 can be arranged to be distributed along a second horizontal direction. Additionally, the first connecting strip 111, the first rotating rod 141, and the second rotating rod 151 extend along a first horizontal direction. In contrast to the scheme where the extension directions of the first connecting strip 111 and the second rotating rod 151 are perpendicular, in this invention, the first connecting strip 111 and the second rotating rod 151 can be arranged to extend in the same direction. This avoids interference between the first movable row 14 and the first connecting strip 111 or affects the rotation of the first movable row 14, facilitating the rotation of the first movable row 14 and improving its rotational stability.

[0044] See attached document Figure 1 The first horizontal direction in this invention can be the front-back direction shown in the accompanying drawings, and the second horizontal direction can be the left-right direction shown in the accompanying drawings. Of course, these directions are only based on the description in the accompanying drawings and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention.

[0045] Combination Figures 5 to 8In some embodiments, the first slot 1221 has a first opening 1222 on one side along the second horizontal direction, and the first connecting strip 111 can be inserted into the first slot 1221 through the first opening 1222. This facilitates the first connecting strip 111 to be snapped into place with the first positioning buckle 12, and allows for quick and stable engagement between the first positioning buckle 12 and the first connecting strip 111. Figure 7 The first slot 1221 has a first opening 1222 on the right side, and the first connecting strip 111 can be inserted into the first slot 1221 through the first opening 1222. In addition, a spring buckle 126 opposite to the first opening 1222 can be provided, and the spring buckle 126 can be used to limit the first connecting strip 111 contained in the slot.

[0046] like Figure 8 The first slot 1221 is located at the lower part of the first positioning buckle 12. The inner bottom surface of the first slot 1221 includes a first guide slope 1223, which can be configured to extend downwards from the internal space of the first slot 1221 to the first opening 1222. By setting the first guide slope 1223, the first positioning buckle 12 and the first connecting strip 111 can be guided during the snap-fit ​​connection process, so as to achieve a quick and stable snap-fit ​​connection between the first positioning buckle 12 and the first connecting strip 111. For example, combined with Figure 8 The first slot 1221 has a first opening 1222 on the right side. At the first opening 1222, the bottom surface of the first slot 1221 may include a first guide slope 1223 extending obliquely from the upper left to the lower right.

[0047] Optionally, the vertical inclination angle α1 of the first guide slope 1223 relative to the main body of the basket 11 is greater than or equal to 30° and less than or equal to 45°. This can further improve the guiding effect of the first guide slope 1223 on the first connecting strip 111, and effectively improve the assembly efficiency of the first positioning buckle 12 and the main body of the basket 11.

[0048] like Figure 8 In some embodiments, the first positioning buckle 12 includes a spring buckle 126, which is opposite to the first opening 1222 of the first slot 1221 along the second horizontal direction. The spring buckle 126 can elastically deform and restrict the first connecting strip 111 from disengaging from the first slot 1221. This achieves a stable engagement between the first connecting strip 111 and the first positioning buckle 12.

[0049] Combination Figures 5 to 8The first positioning buckle 12 may include a main body 121, a first latching part 122, and a spring buckle 126. The first latching part 122 is connected to the lower side of the main body 121 and extends downward and to the right. A first latching groove 1221 is formed between the first latching part 122 and the main body 121. The right side of the first latching groove 1221 has a first opening 1222. The spring buckle 126 is connected to the lower side of the main body 121 and is located to the right of the first latching part 122. The spring buckle 126 covers the first opening 1222. The surface of the first latching groove 1221 opposite to the main body 121 includes a first guide slope 1223. The first guide slope 1223 slopes downward from left to right and is opposite to the spring buckle 126. The spring buckle 126 and the first guide slope 1223 gradually narrow to form a channel connecting the first opening 1222. The first latching part 122 may include a first connecting part and a first extension part. The first connecting part is connected to the main body part 121 and extends downward. The first extension part is connected to the lower end of the first connecting part and extends to the right. The end face of the first extension part forms a first guide slope 1223. The spring latch 126 may include a first branch and a second branch. The first branch is connected to the main body part 121 and extends downward. The second branch is connected to the lower end of the first branch and extends obliquely to the left and upward. The surface of the second branch facing the first guide slope 1223 forms the aforementioned channel between the surface of the second branch and the first guide slope 1223. When the first positioning buckle 12 is installed onto the main body 11 of the basket, the first connecting strip 111 is inserted into the lower end of the channel, and then the first positioning buckle 12 is pressed down, causing the first connecting strip 111 to enter the channel leading to the first opening 1222 and finally be positioned in the first slot 1221. During the pressing process of the first connecting strip 111, under the squeezing action of the first connecting strip 111, the second branch will elastically deform towards the first branch. At this time, the width of the channel increases, which facilitates the first connecting strip 111 to quickly be inserted into the first slot 1221. After the first connecting strip 111 is inserted into the first slot 1221, the second branch returns to its original position, thereby stably positioning the first connecting strip 111 in the first slot 1221 and preventing the first connecting strip 111 from coming out of the first slot 1221. In addition, the first connecting strip 111 and the first positioning buckle 12 in this utility model can be configured to be detachably connected. In conjunction with the foregoing embodiments, the disassembly process between the first connecting strip 111 and the first positioning buckle 12 can be the reverse process of the assembly process of the first connecting strip 111 and the first positioning buckle 12, which will not be described again in this application.

[0050] The diameter of the first rotating rod 141 of the first movable row 14 is interference-fitted with the first fixed groove 1251, and the interference amount can be set between 0.5mm and 0.7mm. This structure ensures that the steel wire is more stable after the movable row is flipped.

[0051] like Figure 8In some embodiments, the main body 11 of the bowl basket further includes a second connecting strip 112, which extends along a first horizontal direction. The first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 can be arranged to be distributed along a second horizontal direction. The first positioning buckle 12 also has a second slot 1231, which, along with the first slot 1221, can be distributed along the second horizontal direction. The second connecting strip 112 passes through and is positioned in the second slot 1231. By setting the second slot 1231 and the second connecting strip 112, the stability of the connection structure between the first positioning buckle 12 and the main body 11 of the bowl basket can be improved, thereby achieving stable limiting of the first movable row 14 and facilitating the stable rotation of the first movable row 14 to switch the state of the first support rod 142. In addition, it avoids interference or influence on the rotation of the first movable row 14 between the first movable row 14 and the second connecting strip 112, and facilitates the rotation of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15, improving the rotational stability of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15. In addition, the relative height of the first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 can be easily adjusted, thereby adjusting the tilt state of the first positioning buckle 12.

[0052] like Figure 8 The second opening 1232 of the second slot 1231 is set along the second horizontal direction. The second connecting strip 112 can be inserted into the second slot 1231 through the second opening 1232, which can facilitate the second connecting strip 112 to be snapped together with the first positioning buckle 12, and facilitate the quick and stable snapping of the first positioning buckle 12 and the second connecting strip 112.

[0053] The second slot 1231 is located at the lower part of the first positioning buckle 12. The inner bottom surface of the second slot 1231 includes a second guide slope 1233. The second guide slope 1233 extends from the interior space of the second slot 1231 to the edge of the second opening 1232 along a second horizontal direction, and slopes downward as it extends from the interior space of the second slot 1231 to the second opening 1232. By providing the second guide slope 1233, the second connecting strip 112 can be guided during the snap-fit ​​connection process between the first positioning buckle 12 and the second connecting strip 112, so that the first positioning buckle 12 and the second connecting strip 112 can achieve a quick and stable snap-fit ​​connection. For example, combined with Figure 8 The second slot 1231 has a second opening 1232 on the right side. At the second opening 1232, the bottom surface of the second slot 1231 may include a second guide slope 1233 extending obliquely from the upper left to the lower right.

[0054] Optionally, the vertical inclination angle α2 of the second guide slope 1233 relative to the main body 11 of the basket is greater than or equal to 30° and less than or equal to 45°. This can further improve the guiding effect of the second guide slope 1233 on the second connecting strip 112, and effectively improve the assembly efficiency of the first positioning buckle 12 and the main body 11 of the basket.

[0055] Furthermore, the openings of the second slot 1231 and the first slot 1221 are arranged along the second horizontal direction, and the openings of the second slot 1231 and the first slot 1221 face the same direction. This further facilitates the assembly of the first positioning buckle 12 with the bowl basket body 11.

[0056] like Figure 8 The first positioning buckle 12 may include a main body 121 and a second latching part 123. The second latching part 123 is connected to the lower side of the main body 121 and extends downward and to the right. A second latching groove 1231 is formed between the second latching part 123 and the main body 121. The right side of the second latching groove 1231 has a second opening 1232. The surface of the second latching groove 1231 opposite to the main body 121 includes a second guide slope 1233. The second guide slope 1233 is inclined downward from left to right. The second latching part 123 may include a second connecting part and a second extension part. The second connecting part is connected to the main body 121 and extends downward. The second extension part is connected to the lower end of the first connecting part and extends to the right. The end face of the second extension part forms the second guide slope 1233. When the first positioning buckle 12 is installed onto the bowl basket body 11, the second connecting strip 112 is inserted into the second slot 1231. Then, the first positioning buckle 12 is pressed down, causing it to rotate around the second connecting strip 112. When the first positioning buckle 12 rotates to a preset position, the first slot 1221 will engage with the first connecting strip 111, thereby connecting the first positioning buckle 12 to the bowl basket body 11. Furthermore, the second connecting strip 112 and the first positioning buckle 12 in this invention can be detachably connected. In conjunction with the aforementioned embodiments, the disassembly process between the second connecting strip 112 and the first positioning buckle 12 can be considered the reverse process of the assembly process of the second connecting strip 112 and the first positioning buckle 12, and will not be elaborated further in this application.

[0057] like Figure 8 In some embodiments, the first fixing groove 1251 is disposed between the first locking groove 1221 and the second locking groove 1231. After the first positioning buckle 12 is assembled with the basket body 11, it can effectively position the first movable row 14, facilitating the stable rotation of the first movable row 14. Further, the first fixing groove 1251 and the second fixing groove 1253 are distributed along the second horizontal direction, and the first fixing groove 1251 and the second fixing groove 1253 are disposed between the first locking groove 1221 and the second locking groove 1231.

[0058] Optionally, the first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 have a vertical height difference in the main body 11 of the dish basket. In other words, the first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 are at different heights relative to the bottom surface of the main body 11 of the dish basket. This allows the first positioning buckle 12 to be arranged at an angle, thus facilitating the construction of an inclined surface on the first positioning buckle 12 to facilitate drainage and prevent residual water from remaining on the surface of the first positioning buckle 12 after washing.

[0059] Optionally, the first connecting bar 111 is higher than the second connecting bar 112, and the first movable row 14 is farther away from the first connecting bar 111 in the tilted position relative to the upright position; the second movable row 15 is also farther away from the first connecting bar 111 in the tilted position relative to the upright position. This facilitates stable rotation of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15.

[0060] like Figures 5 to 8 In some embodiments, the main body 11 of the bowl basket further includes a third connecting strip 113, which extends along a second horizontal direction and intersects and connects with the first connecting strip 111. The first positioning buckle 12 also has a mating groove 1241, through which the third connecting strip 113 passes and is positioned. Through the intersecting first connecting strip 111 and third connecting strip 113, the first positioning buckle 12 and the main body 11 of the bowl basket can be effectively connected, improving the stability of the connection of the first positioning buckle 12, thereby achieving stable rotation of the first movable row 14.

[0061] In addition, in conjunction with the foregoing embodiments, the main body 11 of the bowl basket may include a first connecting strip 111, a second connecting strip 112, and a third connecting strip 113. The first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 are arranged along a second horizontal direction and extend along a first horizontal direction. The third connecting strip 113 extends along the second horizontal direction and connects the first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 respectively. The first positioning buckle 12 is provided with a first slot 1221, a second slot 1231, and a mating groove 1241. The first connecting strip 111 passes through and is positioned in the first slot 1221, the second connecting strip 112 passes through and is positioned in the second slot 1231, and the third connecting strip 113 passes through and is positioned in the mating groove 1241, thereby achieving stable assembly of the first positioning buckle 12 and the main body 11 of the bowl basket.

[0062] Optionally, to further realize the present invention, the bottom mesh of the main body 11 of the bowl basket may include a first connecting strip 111, a second connecting strip 112 and a third connecting strip 113. The first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 are distributed along the second horizontal direction and have a height difference in the vertical direction. The third connecting strip 113 extends along the second horizontal direction and crosses with the first connecting strip 111 and the second connecting strip 112 to ensure that the first positioning buckle 12 presents an inclined state of 15° to 25° after assembly.

[0063] Optionally, the lower side of the first fixing groove 1251 is open, and the third connecting strip 113 is opposite to the first fixing groove 1251 in the vertical direction, and cooperates with the first fixing groove 1251 to limit the first rotating rod 141. This facilitates the installation of the first positioning buckle 12 and the first movable row 14, and improves the assembly efficiency of the bowl basket assembly 10.

[0064] Optionally, the lower side of the second fixing groove 1253 is open, and the third connecting strip 113 is opposite to the second fixing groove 1253 in the vertical direction, and cooperates with the second fixing groove 1253 to limit the second rotating rod 151. This facilitates the installation of the first positioning buckle 12 and the second movable row 15, and improves the assembly efficiency of the bowl basket assembly 10.

[0065] To further realize this utility model, the first positioning buckle 12 has a mating groove 1241 in the middle of its bottom for assembly with the third connecting strip 113, thereby restricting the front-to-back movement of the first positioning buckle 12. The second slot 1231 is set as an open inverted buckle to restrict the up-and-down movement of the first positioning buckle 12. The first slot 1221 is also an open inverted buckle, and a spring buckle 126 is correspondingly provided in the first slot 1221. When the first positioning buckle 12 is assembled in place, the spring buckle 126 presses against the first connecting strip 111, thereby restricting the left-to-right movement of the first positioning buckle 12. The opening direction of the first slot 1221 and the second slot 1231 is the same as the assembly direction, and they have a 30-45° guide slope for easy installation.

[0066] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 The first positioning buckle 12 also includes a first limiting groove 1252, which communicates with the first fixed groove 1251. The first movable row 14 may also include a first limiting rod 143, which is connected to the first rotating rod 141 and is pivotally limited within the first limiting groove 1252. Specifically, the first limiting groove 1252 has a first side surface 1252a and a second side surface 1252b opposite to each other along the second horizontal direction. The first limiting rod 143 is connected to the first rotating rod 141 and is limited between the first side surface 1252a and the second side surface 1252b. For example, when the first support rod 142 is upright, the first limiting rod 143 abuts against the first side surface 1252a; when the first support rod 142 is tilted, the first limiting rod 143 abuts against the second side surface 1252b.

[0067] The first positioning buckle 12 also includes a second limiting groove 1254, which communicates with the first fixed groove 1253. The second movable row 15 may also include a second rotating rod 151, and a second limiting rod 153 connected to the second rotating rod 151. The second limiting rod 153 is pivotally limited within the second limiting groove 1254. Specifically, the second limiting groove 1254 has a third side 1254a and a fourth side 1254b opposite each other along a second horizontal direction. The second limiting rod 153 is connected to the second rotating rod 151 and is limited between the third side 1254a and the fourth side 1254b. For example, when the second support rod 152 is upright, the second limiting rod 153 abuts against the third side 1254a; when the second support rod 152 is tilted, the second limiting rod 153 abuts against the fourth side 1254b.

[0068] Among them, combined Figure 8 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 When the second support rod 152 is tilted, it is positioned above the first rotating rod 141. The angle β1 between the first limiting rod 143 and the first support rod 142 is greater than the angle β2 between the second limiting rod 153 and the second support rod 152. This allows the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 to be positioned approximately flush along the second horizontal direction. Specifically, when the first support rod 142 is upright, the angle β3 between the first limiting rod 143 of the first movable row 14 and the third connecting bar 113 is set to 14°; or, the angle β1 between the first limiting rod 143 of the first movable row 14 and the first support rod 142 is set to 76°. When the second support rod 152 is upright, the angle β4 between the second limiting rod 153 of the second movable row 15 and the third connecting bar 113 is set to 20°; or, the angle β2 between the second limiting rod 153 of the second movable row 15 and the second support rod 152 is set to 70°. Of course, the angle between the first limiting rod 143 and the third connecting rod 113 of the first movable row 14 can also be set to other angles, such as between 10° and 20°; the angle between the first limiting rod 143 and the first support rod 142 of the first movable row 14 can also be set to other angles, such as between 70° and 80°. Of course, the angle between the second limiting rod 153 and the third connecting rod 113 of the second movable row 15 can also be set to other angles, such as between 15° and 25°; the angle between the second limiting rod 153 and the second support rod 152 of the second movable row 15 can also be set to other angles, such as between 65° and 75°.

[0069] Furthermore, the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 can be arranged coplanarly along the second horizontal direction. That is, the axis of the first rotating rod 141 and the axis of the second rotating rod 151 are substantially on the same plane, and this plane is substantially parallel to the bottom surface of the basket body 11. In conjunction with the aforementioned embodiment, the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 are positioned by the cooperation of the third connecting rod and the first positioning buckle 12, and the first limiting rod 143 and the second limiting rod 153 have an included angle. At this time, through the above arrangement, it can be ensured that the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 can be arranged coplanarly, and the third connecting strip 113 can also be configured to use a straight strip to limit the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151, thereby simplifying the structure of the third connecting rod and facilitating the limiting of the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151.

[0070] In conjunction with the foregoing, the first fixing groove 1251 and the second fixing groove 1253 can be designed with openings at the bottom. The first limiting groove 1252 can be designed to pass through and connect to the first fixing groove 1251 in the vertical direction, and the second limiting groove 1254 can be designed to pass through and connect to the second fixing groove 1253 in the vertical direction. During installation, the first limiting bracket can be inserted into the first limiting groove 1252 from bottom to top, and the first rotating rod 141 can be limited to the first fixing groove 1251. The second limiting bracket can be inserted into the second limiting groove 1254 from bottom to top, and the second rotating rod 151 can be limited to the second fixing groove 1253. When the first positioning buckle 12 is installed to the main body 11 of the bowl basket, the third connecting strip 113 can be used to limit the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 below, so as to position the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151. It can be seen that setting the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151 to be flush with each other on the left and right sides simplifies the structure of the third connecting strip 113 and facilitates the quick and effective positioning of the first rotating rod 141 and the second rotating rod 151.

[0071] The first limiting groove 1252 and the second limiting groove 1254 are flush in the vertical direction, or in other words, the lower ends of the first limiting groove 1252 and the lower ends of the second limiting groove 1254 are flush in the vertical direction.

[0072] The diameter of the first rotating rod 141 of the second movable row 15 is interference-fitted with the second fixed groove, and the interference can be set between 0.5mm and 0.7mm. This structure ensures that the steel wire is more stable after the movable row is flipped.

[0073] The first support rod 142 can be straight, and the second support rod 152 can include a first rod portion 1521 connecting to the second rotating rod 151 and a second rod portion 1522 connecting to the first rod portion 1521. When the first support rod 142 and the second support rod 152 are upright, the first support rod 142 and the second rod portion 1522 are on the same plane and staggered. This allows for the positioning of tableware using the gap between the first support rod 142 and the second rod portion 1522, facilitating the positioning of the tableware. Specifically, as... Figure 2 When the first support rod 142 and the second support rod 152 are upright, tableware can be placed between the first support rod 142 and the second rod portion 1522, with a relatively small gap between the first support rod 142 and the second support rod 1522 for placing tableware; Figure 3 When the first support rod 142 is tilted and the second support rod 152 is erected, tableware can be placed between adjacent second rod sections 1522, with a relatively large gap between the adjacent second rod sections 1522 to accommodate the tableware; Figure 4 When the first support rod 142 and the second support rod 152 are tilted, a larger space can be provided on the bowl basket assembly 10 to place tableware and other items. This design allows for the provision of tableware storage space of different sizes, effectively improving the applicability of the bowl basket assembly 10.

[0074] like Figure 7 In either the first limiting groove 1252 or the second limiting groove 1254, one of the two sides along the second horizontal direction is a plane, and the other is provided with a boss made using a strong demolding process. To further realize this utility model, one side of the first limiting groove 1252 is a plane, and the other side is a semi-circular boss (0.5mm high). The mold at the boss is equipped with a strong demolding process to ensure that there is no parting line on this key assembly surface, which greatly reduces wear on the moving part and can withstand more than 5000 flipping life tests.

[0075] As shown in the figure, the bowl basket assembly 10 also includes a second positioning buckle 13. One end of the first rotating rod 141 is threaded through the first positioning buckle 12, and the other end of the first rotating rod 141 is threaded through the second positioning buckle 13. The second positioning buckle 13 and the first positioning buckle 12 can have the same or different structures. For example, the second positioning buckle 13 can also have the same or similar structure as the aforementioned first limiting groove 1252 and second limiting groove 1254. Furthermore, since the first positioning buckle 12 already limits the first movable frame, the second positioning buckle 13 may not have the same or similar structure as the aforementioned first limiting groove 1252 and second limiting groove 1254. By setting the second positioning buckle 13, and utilizing the combination of the first positioning buckle 12 and the second positioning buckle 13, the positioning of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15 can be achieved, improving the rotational stability of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15, thereby improving the stability of the tableware stored in the bowl basket assembly 10.

[0076] The bowl basket assembly 10 in this utility model can realize the adjustment of double or multiple movable rows. It adopts a first positioning buckle 12 with a first slot 1221 and a second slot 1231, which realizes the synchronous horizontal adjustment of the first movable row 14 and the second movable row 15. The main body 121 of the first positioning buckle 12 is arranged in a horizontal coplanar manner with the movable row.

[0077] The first positioning buckle 12 is equipped with an anti-detachment assembly structure: the openings of the first slot 1221 and the second slot 1231 are provided with a progressive guide slope (tilt angle 30-45°) and an elastic anti-retraction structure (such as the aforementioned spring buckle 126). During assembly, it is pressed in at a 30-45° tilt angle to achieve unidirectional assembly self-locking.

[0078] In addition, the upper surface of the first positioning buckle 12 is provided with a fluid guiding structure: after assembly, the upper surface of the first positioning buckle 12 is kept at a 15-20° tilt, which, together with the surface micro-arc guiding surface design, forms a surface tension-destructive anti-water accumulation structure.

[0079] The first positioning buckle 12 can be set as a one-piece molding, and can adopt a traceless molding process and a strong demolding process. The key mating surfaces have no parting lines, and there is no powder scraping during the moving and flipping process.

[0080] This invention optimizes space utilization; the double-row coplanar design, when tilted simultaneously, improves the space utilization of the dish rack; enhances assembly reliability; the anti-retraction structure increases assembly holding force while reducing assembly time; improves self-cleaning performance and reduces water residue, resulting in a cleaner surface after washing compared to traditional snap fasteners; and extends service life: the mold-free design reduces wear by 70%, and the strong detachment structure can withstand more than 5000 flips.

[0081] This utility model provides a bowl basket assembly 10 with variable-pitch double movable rows, expanding the range of compatible tableware sizes; the double movable row anti-detachment assembly structure enhances the stability of the movable rows and improves assembly efficiency; the mold-line-free design improves the service life of the movable row buckles and the bowl basket.

[0082] The present invention also provides a dishwasher, wherein the dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the aforementioned dish rack assembly 10.

[0083] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are 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.

[0084] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0085] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0086] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0087] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0088] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A bowl basket assembly (10), characterized in that, include: The main body of the bowl basket (11) includes a first connecting strip (111); The first positioning buckle (12) has a first slot (1221), a first fixing slot (1251) and a second fixing slot (1253), and the first connecting strip (111) passes through and is positioned in the first slot (1221). The first movable row (14) includes a first rotating rod (141) and a first support rod (142) connected to the first rotating rod (141). The first rotating rod (141) passes through and is positioned in the first fixed groove (1251). The first movable row (14) is rotatable around the first rotating rod (141) and drives the first support rod (142) to stand upright and tilt. The second movable row (15) includes a second rotating rod (151) and a second support rod (152) connected to the second rotating rod (151). The second rotating rod (151) passes through and is positioned in the second fixed groove (1253). The second movable row (15) is rotatable around the second rotating rod (151) and drives the second support rod (152) to stand upright and tilt. The first connecting bar (111), the first rotating rod (141), and the second rotating rod (151) extend along the first horizontal direction.

2. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the bowl basket (11) further includes a second connecting strip (112) extending along a first horizontal direction. The second connecting strip (112) and the first connecting strip (111) are distributed along a second horizontal direction, which is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction. The first positioning buckle (12) also has a second slot (1231), and the second connecting strip (112) passes through and is positioned in the second slot (1231).

3. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The openings of the second card slot (1231) and the first card slot (1221) are arranged along the second horizontal direction, and the openings of the second card slot (1231) and the first card slot (1221) face the same direction.

4. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first fixing groove (1251) and the second fixing groove (1253) are distributed along the second horizontal direction and are located between the first card slot (1221) and the second card slot (1231).

5. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting strip (111) is higher than the second connecting strip (112). The first movable row (14) is in a tilted position relative to the upright position away from the first connecting bar (111); the second movable row (15) is in a tilted position relative to the upright position away from the first connecting bar (111).

6. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The main body (11) of the bowl basket also includes a third connecting strip (113) extending along the second horizontal direction. The third connecting strip (113) intersects and connects with the first connecting strip (111). The first positioning buckle (12) also has a mating groove (1241). The third connecting strip (113) passes through and is positioned in the mating groove (1241). The second horizontal direction is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction.

7. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 6, characterized in that, The lower side of the first fixing groove (1251) is open, and the third connecting strip (113) is opposite to the first fixing groove (1251) in the vertical direction, and cooperates with the first fixing groove (1251) to limit the first rotating rod (141). The lower side of the second fixing groove (1253) is open, and the third connecting bar (113) is opposite to the second fixing groove (1253) in the vertical direction, and cooperates with the second fixing groove (1253) to limit the second rotating rod (151).

8. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first positioning buckle (12) further includes a first limiting groove (1252) communicating with the first fixed groove (1251), and the first movable row (14) further includes a first limiting rod (143) connected to the first rotating rod (141), the first limiting rod (143) being swingably limited in the first limiting groove (1252); the first positioning buckle (12) further includes a second limiting groove (1254) communicating with the second fixed groove (1253), and the second movable row (15) further includes a second limiting rod (153) connected to the second rotating rod (151), the second limiting rod (153) being swingably limited in the second limiting groove (1254).

9. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first limiting groove (1252) has a first side (1252a) and a second side (1252b) opposite each other along the second horizontal direction. When the first support rod (142) is upright, the first limiting rod (143) abuts against the first side (1252a). When the first support rod (142) is tilted, the first limiting rod (143) abuts against the second side (1252b). The second limiting groove (1254) has a third side (1254a) and a fourth side (1254b) opposite each other along the second horizontal direction. When the second support rod (152) is upright, the second limiting rod (153) abuts against the third side (1254a). When the second support rod (152) is tilted, the second limiting rod (153) abuts against the fourth side (1254b).

10. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 8, characterized in that, When the second support rod (152) is tilted, it is located above the first rotating rod (141); The angle between the first limiting rod (143) and the first support rod (142) is greater than the angle between the second limiting rod (153) and the second support rod (152).

11. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first limiting groove (1252) and the second limiting groove (1254) are flush in the vertical direction.

12. The bowl basket assembly (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first support rod (142) is straight, and the second support rod (152) includes a first rod portion (1521) connecting the second rotating rod (151) and a second rod portion (1522) connecting the first rod portion (1521). When the first support rod (142) and the second support rod (152) are erected, the first support rod (142) and the second rod portion (1522) are on the same plane and are staggered.

13. A dishwasher, characterized in that, Includes the bowl basket assembly (10) according to any one of claims 1-12.

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