A cap structure

Abstract

The application discloses a pressing structure, comprising a support, a connecting piece and a pressing piece, one end of the connecting piece is connected with the support, the other end of the connecting piece is connected with the pressing piece, the pressing piece can swing relative to the support through the connecting piece, and the pressing piece is pressed on the top of a cup to be cleaned, so that the cup is always subjected to a downward force and / or a force for guiding the cup to be righted during the cleaning process. The application ensures that the cup automatically tends to be righted during the cleaning process through the continuously self-adapting pressing of the swingable pressing piece, and improves the cleaning efficiency and the protection ability of the cup.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of gland structures, and more particularly to a gland structure. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of teacup cleaning, while current teacup cleaning devices can achieve basic cleaning functions, they generally lack an effective structure to hold the teacup in place. During the cleaning process, the teacup is prone to shifting, making it impossible to accurately target all parts of the cup, resulting in incomplete cleaning. Furthermore, due to the unsatisfactory cleaning effect, users need to wash the teacup multiple times to achieve the desired result. This not only increases energy consumption and cleaning time but may also cause unnecessary wear and tear on the teacup, affecting its lifespan and appearance, causing considerable inconvenience to users. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a pressure cap structure to solve the technical problems of the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] On the one hand, a pressure cap structure is provided, including: a bracket, a connector and a clamping member, one end of the connector is connected to the bracket, the other end of the connector is connected to the clamping member, the clamping member can swing relative to the bracket through the connector and press against the cup to be cleaned, so that the cup is always subjected to a downward force and / or a force that guides it to be upright during the cleaning process.

[0006] Furthermore, the connector includes an elastic element disposed between the bracket and the clamping element, one end of the elastic element being connected to the bracket and the other end of the elastic element being connected to the clamping element, so that the clamping element always applies a straightening force toward the cup.

[0007] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with a through hole, and the connector also includes a support post disposed on the clamping member. The support post is slidably inserted into the through hole, and the radius of the support post is smaller than the radius of the through hole, so as to limit the deformation range of the elastic member and avoid damage to the elastic member.

[0008] Furthermore, the elastic element is a spring, which is sleeved on the support column so that the support column can guide the direction of movement of the spring.

[0009] Furthermore, multiple through holes and support columns are provided, and they are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. The multiple through holes are spaced apart to make the clamping member more balanced and stable when it swings.

[0010] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with a locking hole, and the connector includes an elastic connecting plate and a buckle. One end of the elastic connecting plate is connected to the clamping member, and the other end of the elastic connecting plate is connected to the buckle. The buckle is engaged with the locking hole, and the thickness of the elastic connecting plate is less than the width of the locking hole.

[0011] Furthermore, multiple card holes, buckles, and elastic connecting plates are provided, and they are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence, with the multiple card holes spaced apart.

[0012] Furthermore, a cleaning component is provided on the side of the clamping member opposite to the bracket.

[0013] Furthermore, the cleaning component includes a cleaning layer and a connecting layer, the connecting layer being connected to both the cleaning layer and the clamping component.

[0014] Furthermore, the connecting layer is at least one of a magnetic layer, Velcro, or adhesive.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: The bracket serves as a basic support, providing a platform for the installation and movement of the clamping component. The clamping component is swayably mounted on the bracket via a connector. When the clamping component swings towards the cup and presses against it, a force is formed between the clamping component and the cup. During the cleaning process, this force applies a downward force to the cup and a force that drives the cup towards a centered position, preventing the cup from shifting or controlling the shift within the error range. The pressing action of the clamping component ensures the stability of the cup during the cleaning process, allowing for more precise cleaning of all parts of the cup, thoroughly removing stains, and improving the cleaning effect. Furthermore, it ensures the continuity and stability of the cleaning process, reducing repeated cleaning or interruptions caused by cup shifting, thereby improving the efficiency of the entire cleaning process and saving time and energy. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the capping structure described in the embodiments of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the gland structure described in the embodiments of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a top view of the gland structure described in the embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 4 Examples of this application Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the cross section at point AA;

[0021] Figure 5This is a perspective view of the bracket described in the embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the clamping member and connecting member described in the embodiments of this application (with the elastic member hidden);

[0023] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the capping structure according to another embodiment of this application.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Bracket; 101. Through hole; 102. Clip hole; 2. Connector; 201. Elastic component; 202. Support column; 203. Elastic connecting plate; 204. Buckle; 3. Pressing component; 4. Cleaning component; 5. Limiting component. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the technical problems solved by this application, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are further described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, this embodiment provides a pressure cap structure applied in a teacup cleaning device. The pressure cap structure includes: a support 1, a connector 2, and a clamping member 3. One end of the connector 2 is connected to the support 1, and the other end of the connector 2 is connected to the clamping member 3. The clamping member 3 can swing relative to the support 1 through the connector 2 and press against the cup to be cleaned, so that the cup is always subjected to a downward force and / or a force that guides it to be upright during the cleaning process.

[0029] Based on the above solution, this pressure cap structure can not only flexibly adjust according to the real-time state of the cup, but also ensure that the cup is always subjected to a downward force and a force guiding its upright position during the cleaning process, thereby achieving effective fixation and uprightness. These two forces can be set selectively or simultaneously, and can be adaptively adjusted according to actual cleaning needs, thus broadening its application range. Therefore, this solution has at least three different pressure states.

[0030] The first design involves the clamping element 3 tilting and fixing the cup in a synchronized manner when it is tilted. Specifically, when the cup is tilted, or when it tilts due to external forces such as water flow or brush friction during washing, the clamping element 3 tilts and swings synchronously with the cup. Throughout this process, the clamping element 3 remains pressed against the cup, continuously applying force to prevent further displacement or shaking. This design ensures the cup remains relatively stable even when tilted, guaranteeing basic stability during the washing process. This fixing method prevents the cup from deviating from the washing area due to loss of restraint, allowing the washing elements to clean most of the cup, minimizing blind spots, and laying the foundation for subsequent repositioning and thorough cleaning. It also eliminates the need for manual pressing of the cup, saving time and effort.

[0031] The second method involves fixing and quickly repositioning the cup after it tilts, achieved through the clamping component 3. When the cup tilts during cleaning, the clamping component 3 also tilts synchronously to maintain contact and force on the cup. However, unlike the first method, the clamping component 3 then quickly returns the cup to its upright position using the elastic repositioning function of the connecting component 2 or an external repositioning mechanism. This process not only corrects the tilt in a timely manner but also ensures the cup quickly returns to its optimal cleaning position. In this way, the cap structure reduces the time the cup is tilted, thereby reducing the risk of decreased cleaning effectiveness due to tilting. The cup's rapid return to its upright position allows the cleaning elements to immediately perform a thorough and even cleaning, effectively improving cleaning efficiency and quality, and ensuring the cup achieves optimal cleaning results in a short time. In this second pressing state, when the connecting component 2 has a repositioning function, an external repositioning mechanism is not required. However, when the connecting component 2 only has a connecting function and no repositioning function, an additional repositioning mechanism is needed to achieve the repositioning of the clamping component 3.

[0032] The third method involves the clamping element 3 slightly oscillating to continuously straighten the cup. During normal cleaning, the cup may be slightly disturbed by external forces, causing it to tend to deviate from its upright position. At this time, the clamping element 3 can slightly oscillate within its range of motion. This oscillation allows the clamping element 3, connected to the connector 2, to consistently apply an appropriate corrective force to the cup, ensuring it remains upright under the action of the clamping element 3. Specifically, when the cup is tilted, only part of its bottom contacts the clamping element 3. The clamping element 3 then applies downward pressure to this contact area, forcing the cup to straighten, ensuring the bottom of the cup is fully in contact with the clamping element. In this way, the capping structure can actively fine-tune the position of the cup, ensuring it is always in the optimal cleaning state. This not only improves the uniformity and thoroughness of cleaning but also reduces wear and energy waste caused by unstable cup position, thereby extending the service life of the cleaning device and reducing operating costs.

[0033] In summary, the capping structure of this application can flexibly adjust according to the different states of the cup during the cleaning process through at least three working modes, ensuring that the cup is always subjected to downward force and guided to be upright. This not only solves the problem of cups easily shifting and causing incomplete cleaning in the prior art, but also significantly improves the performance and reliability of the teacup cleaning device.

[0034] The connector 2 allows the clamping member 3 to swing radially relative to the bracket 1. Radial swing means that the clamping member 3 swings in a horizontal direction perpendicular to the axial direction, which can be simply understood as swinging within a certain range on a spherical surface. When the cup tilts during the washing process, the clamping member 3 swings radially in the corresponding direction through the connector 2, following the tilt of the cup and always pressing against it, applying force to prevent further displacement.

[0035] Furthermore, the connecting member 2 includes an elastic element 201 disposed between the support 1 and the clamping member 3. One end of the elastic element 201 is connected to the support 1, and the other end is connected to the clamping member 3, so that the clamping member 3 always applies a straightening force to the cup. The elastic element 201 is nested between the support 1 and the clamping member 3 in the form of a compression spring / torsion spring. Its preload mainly ensures that the clamping member 3 maintains a moderate pressure on the cup in the initial state, which is equivalent to enabling the clamping member 3 to move elastically in the axial direction. Combined with the aforementioned radial oscillation, the clamping member 3 can achieve omnidirectional oscillation, which can adaptively clamp the cup from various angles. Secondly, when the cup is tilted by an external force, the clamping member 3 oscillates relative to the support, and the elastic element 201 simultaneously deforms (compresses, stretches, or twists). At this time, the elastic element 201 not only continuously provides a corrective force opposite to the tilt direction, but also drives the clamping member 3 to quickly return to its original position after the external force disappears.

[0036] Furthermore, the bracket 1 is provided with a through hole 101, and the connector 2 also includes a support column 202 disposed on the clamping member 3. The support column 202 is slidably inserted into the through hole 101, and the radius of the support column 202 is smaller than the radius of the through hole 101 to limit the deformation range of the elastic member 201 and prevent damage to the elastic member 201. Structurally, the bracket 1 has a through hole 101, while the clamping member 3 is equipped with a support column 202, which is inserted into the through hole 101 with a gap smaller than the radius of the through hole 101. This design allows the support column 202 to swing freely radially within the through hole 101, i.e., multi-directional displacement within the spherical surface. When the cup is tilted by an external force during cleaning, the support column 202 shifts synchronously with the clamping member 3 within the through hole 101, ensuring that the clamping member 3 always maintains top pressure contact with the cup. This solution yields significant benefits. First, the sliding engagement between the support column 202 and the through hole 101 enables the clamping component 3 to follow the tilt of the cup in real time, effectively preventing the cup from slipping out of the cleaning area during the cleaning process and ensuring the integrity of the brushing coverage. Second, the gap swing mechanism has both guiding and resetting functions. When the external force disappears, the support column 202 naturally returns to the center under the action of the elastic component 201, driving the cup to quickly return to the optimal cleaning posture and improving cleaning efficiency. Finally, the radial swing constraint allows the clamping component 3 to be finely adjusted only in the horizontal plane, preventing fixation failure caused by axial movement and reducing the complexity of the mechanism brought about by three-dimensional motion, thereby improving structural reliability.

[0037] Optionally, the elastic element 201 is specifically a spring, which is sleeved on the support column 202 so that the support column 202 can guide the movement direction of the spring. The elastic element 201 is a ring compression spring sleeved on the outer periphery of the support column 202, with its two ends abutting the bottom of the bracket 1 and the top of the clamping member 3, respectively. This nested arrangement makes the deformation direction of the elastic element 201 completely coaxial with the swing trajectory of the support column 202, forming a transmission path of pure radial force. When the cup tilts, causing the support column 202 to swing, the spring generates linear compression in the swing direction, and its deformation is proportional to the swing angle. At this time, the elastic potential energy provides a continuous restoring torque.

[0038] Furthermore, multiple through holes 101 and multiple support pillars 202 are provided and connected one-to-one. The multiple through holes 101 are spaced apart to make the clamping member 3 more balanced and stable when swinging. The bracket 1 has multiple through holes 101 distributed in a ring array / matrix pattern, and the clamping member 3 is equipped with multiple support pillars 202. Each support pillar 202 is inserted into an independent through hole 101 and forms a clearance fit. This multi-support design gives the clamping member 3 multi-point radial constraint, and each support pillar 202 can swing independently in the corresponding through hole 101, forming a distributed kinematic chain. When the cup is tilted, the support pillars 202 at different positions swing differently according to the local contact pressure, and the uniform pressure on the cup is maintained through the coordinated deformation of multiple support points. The elastic element 201 can adopt a distributed nesting (each support pillar 202 is individually spring-loaded) or an integrated layout (a ring spring group is provided at the bottom of the bracket 1) to provide an independent restoring torque for each support pillar 202.

[0039] In some embodiments, the bracket 1 is provided with a locking hole 102, and the connector 2 includes an elastic connecting plate 203 and a buckle 204. One end of the elastic connecting plate 203 is connected to the clamping member 3, and the other end is connected to the buckle 204. The buckle 204 is engaged in the locking hole 102, and the thickness of the elastic connecting plate 203 is less than the width of the locking hole 102. When the cup needs to be fixed for cleaning, the buckle 204 is first aligned with the locking hole 102 on the bracket 1 and inserted. Because the thickness of the elastic connecting plate 203 is less than the width of the locking hole 102, it can pass smoothly and undergo elastic deformation, so that the buckle 204 is engaged in the locking hole 102. At this time, the elastic connecting plate 203 provides elastic support for the clamping member 3. When the cup tends to tilt under external force, the clamping member 3 drives the elastic connecting plate 203 to swing elastically. Through the restoring force generated by the elastic deformation, the cup is straightened and fixed. The elastic deformation of the elastic connecting plate 203 can adapt to the slight tilt of the cup, maintain the top pressure state, and maintain the stability of the cup.

[0040] This design simplifies the installation and disassembly of the clamping component 3. The engagement of the buckle 204 and the locking hole 102 ensures a secure connection and ease of operation, facilitating maintenance and replacement of the clamping component. The elastic properties of the flexible connecting plate 203 adapt to changes in the washing state of the cups, providing appropriate corrective force and reducing reliance on the elastic component 201, thereby improving the reliability and durability of the structure. Simultaneously, because the thickness of the flexible connecting plate 203 is less than the width of the locking hole 102, it ensures sufficient space for elastic deformation, enhancing the device's adaptability and enabling it to better meet the washing needs of cups of different shapes and sizes, thus improving the versatility and practicality of the teacup washing device.

[0041] Furthermore, the elastic connecting plate 203 and the buckle 204 are used in combination, as are the support column 202 and the elastic element 201. However, these two combinations can be further combined or used separately. Simply put, the elastic connecting plate 203 and the buckle 204 can achieve both fixing and swinging functions, eliminating the need for additional support column 202 and elastic element 201. A limiting member 5 can also be provided at the top of the support column 202. This limiting member 5 prevents the clamping member 3 from detaching from the bracket 1. The limiting member 5 can specifically be a screw, such as... Figure 7 As shown.

[0042] Meanwhile, the bracket 1 is provided with multiple spaced-apart locking holes 102, and the connector 2 includes multiple corresponding elastic connecting plates 203 and buckles 204. Each elastic connecting plate 203 is connected to a clamping member 3 at one end and to a buckle 204 at the other end, with the buckles 204 engaging with the corresponding locking holes 102. When the cup tilts during the washing process, the multiple clamping members 3 cause the elastic connecting plates 203 to swing elastically in sync. Because the thickness of each elastic connecting plate 203 is less than the width of the locking hole 102, it can generate elastic deformation within the corresponding locking hole 102, forming a corrective force opposite to the tilt direction of the cup. The multiple elastic connecting plates 203 work together to ensure that the clamping member 3 applies a uniform corrective force to the cup from different directions, ensuring that the cup can quickly return to its original position and maintain its upright state, while limiting the swing amplitude of the clamping member 3 to prevent the cup from detaching from the washing area due to excessive swinging.

[0043] It is worth noting that a cleaning component 4 is provided on the side of the clamping member 3 facing away from the support. The cleaning component 4 includes a cleaning layer and a connecting layer, with the connecting layer connected to both the cleaning layer and the clamping member 3. During the cleaning process, when the clamping member 3 presses down on the cup, the cleaning component 4 simultaneously contacts the top of the cup. The cleaning layer is made of a soft material (such as silicone, cleaning sponge, etc.), conforming to the cup and allowing for cleaning of the top of the cup under pressure. The connecting layer ensures that the cleaning layer is firmly bonded to the clamping member 3, preventing the cleaning layer from detaching or shifting due to water flow impact or mechanical vibration during the cleaning process. Simultaneously, during the pressing and oscillating motion of the clamping member 3, the cleaning layer can adjust its contact angle in real time according to the shape and tilt of the cup, achieving dynamic cleaning of the cup and improving the thoroughness of the cleaning.

[0044] Furthermore, it is important to note that the cleaning component 4 possesses a certain degree of elasticity. Therefore, when the clamping component 3 is rigidly connected to the bracket 1, the elastic properties of the cleaning component 4 form a crucial buffer layer: on the one hand, it absorbs the impact vibration during the cleaning process through compression deformation; on the other hand, it maintains continuous contact pressure on the cups by relying on the material memory properties. This rigid-flexible coupling design ensures both reliable fixation and achieves a dynamic wiping effect through the energy storage and release cycle of the cleaning component 4, making it particularly suitable for cleaning fragile items such as thin-walled crystal cups.

[0045] In the description herein, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and other orientations or positional relationships are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used merely for descriptive distinction and have no special meaning.

[0046] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," 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 this application. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0047] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style of the specification is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0048] The technical principles of this application have been described above with reference to specific embodiments. These descriptions are merely for explaining the principles of this application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application in any way. Based on this explanation, those skilled in the art can readily conceive of other specific embodiments of this application without inventive effort, and these embodiments will all fall within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A capping structure, characterized in that, include: The bracket (1), connector (2) and clamping member (3) are provided. One end of the connector (2) is connected to the bracket (1), and the other end of the connector (2) is connected to the clamping member (3). The clamping member (3) can swing relative to the bracket (1) through the connector (2) and press against the cup to be cleaned, so that the cup is always subjected to a downward force and / or a force that guides it to be upright during the cleaning process.

2. The gland structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (2) includes an elastic element (201) disposed between the bracket (1) and the clamping element (3). One end of the elastic element (201) is connected to the bracket (1), and the other end of the elastic element (201) is connected to the clamping element (3), so that the clamping element (3) always applies a straightening force toward the cup.

3. The gland structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket (1) is provided with a through hole (101), and the connector (2) further includes a support column (202) disposed on the clamping member (3). The support column (202) is slidably inserted into the through hole (101). The radius of the support column (202) is smaller than the radius of the through hole (101) to limit the deformation range of the elastic member (201).

4. The gland structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The elastic element (201) is a spring, which is sleeved on the support column (202) so that the support column (202) can guide the movement direction of the elastic element (201).

5. The gland structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, Both the through holes (101) and the support column (202) are provided with multiple holes, which are connected one-to-one. The multiple through holes (101) are spaced apart so that the clamping member (3) can swing more evenly and stably.

6. The gland structure according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The bracket (1) is provided with a locking hole (102), and the connector (2) includes an elastic connecting plate (203) and a buckle (204). One end of the elastic connecting plate (203) is connected to the clamping member (3), and the other end of the elastic connecting plate (203) is connected to the buckle (204). The buckle (204) is engaged with the locking hole (102), and the thickness of the elastic connecting plate (203) is less than the width of the locking hole (102).

7. The gland structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, Multiple slots (102), buckles (204) and elastic connecting plates (203) are provided, and they are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. The multiple slots (102) are spaced apart.

8. The gland structure according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The clamping member (3) has a cleaning member (4) on the side opposite to the bracket (1).

9. The gland structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The cleaning component (4) includes a cleaning layer and a connecting layer, the connecting layer being connected to the cleaning layer and the clamping component (3) respectively.

10. The gland structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connecting layer is at least one of a magnetic layer, Velcro, or adhesive.

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