Golf cart with reversible cargo box

Abstract

The utility model relates to golf cart technical field especially golf cart can turn over the cargo box, including the installation at the golf cart tail place can turn over the cargo box assembly, can turn over the cargo box assembly is by support component and cargo box component composition, support component installs at the golf cart tail place, and the front support sheet metal spare connected with golf cart is fixedly connected on support component, and the cargo box component rotationally connects on support component, and two groups of cargo box handrails are fixedly established on cargo box component, this golf cart can turn over the cargo box, can bear the golf cart main job transport task at the same time, easily expands to bulky material transport scene, satisfies the article transport demand under the different environment of football field, lawn, farm, private field etc., solves the problem that traditional fixed cargo box use scene is single, makes the utilization ratio of the golf cart effectively improves, and the functional diversity and scene adaptability of golf cart are greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of golf cart technology, specifically to a golf cart with a flip-over cargo box. Background Technology

[0002] In the current field of material handling equipment, especially in the design of cargo boxes for small vehicles such as golf carts, there is a common problem of fixed cargo box size and shape. Traditional cargo boxes are mostly integrated into the rear of the vehicle at the factory, and their shape cannot be adjusted according to actual usage needs. This directly leads to the single function of the vehicle, which can only meet the basic transportation needs in specific scenarios and is difficult to adapt to diverse usage scenarios.

[0003] For example, in different environments such as golf courses, lawns, farms, or private areas, users may need to transport different types and sizes of items, such as golf equipment, tools, fertilizers, and crops. Fixed-form containers either cannot accommodate large items due to insufficient space or are difficult to unload efficiently due to structural limitations, which greatly affects transportation efficiency and user experience.

[0004] Furthermore, expanding the functionality of traditional cargo boxes often requires extensive modifications to the vehicle body, which is not only costly but may also affect the original performance and daily usability of the golf cart. Therefore, how to achieve flexible cargo box adjustments through simple structural design without compromising the golf cart's primary function, thereby improving its carrying convenience, space utilization, and adaptability to various scenarios, has become a pressing technical challenge. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a flip-up cargo box for golf carts, which solves the technical problems of limited functionality, poor cargo carrying convenience, and low unloading efficiency of existing golf cart rear cargo boxes.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a flip-top cargo box for golf carts, including a flip-top cargo box assembly installed at the rear of the golf cart. The flip-top cargo box assembly consists of a support assembly and a cargo box assembly. The support assembly is installed at the rear of the golf cart. A front support sheet metal part connected to the golf cart is fixedly connected to the support assembly. The cargo box assembly is rotatably connected to the support assembly. Two sets of cargo box handles are fixedly provided on the cargo box assembly.

[0007] The cargo box assembly includes a box body, the bottom of which is rotatably connected to the support assembly via two hinge blocks. A box door is movably connected to the rear of the box body. Two latches connected to the box door are fixed on the side wall of the box body near the box door. A locking unit that engages with the support assembly is also fixed on the bottom of the box body.

[0008] Preferably, the bracket assembly includes a support frame, with a connector for connecting to the rear of the golf cart fixed at the bottom of the support frame, and a locking bar fixed at the top of the support frame.

[0009] Preferably, the top of the support frame is further fixed with two support columns, and the top of each of the two support columns is fixed with a rubber pad.

[0010] Preferably, the locking unit includes a locking lever, which is rotatably connected to the bottom of the box body by two fixing parts. Both ends of the locking lever are fixed with locking handles, and two locking hooks are fixed on the locking lever. The locking hooks are elastically connected to the fixing parts by tension springs, and the fixing parts are fixed to the bottom of the box body.

[0011] Preferably, the locking hook is provided with a latch, and is engaged with the locking rod through the latch.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the box is fixed with two inclined support columns, and one end of each support column is fixed with a rubber pad.

[0013] By employing the above technical solution, this utility model provides a tiltable cargo box for golf carts, which has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. This golf cart features a flip-top cargo box. By incorporating a flip-top cargo box assembly, it can easily expand into large-item transportation scenarios while fulfilling its primary function as a golf cart. This meets the needs of transporting goods in different environments such as golf courses, lawns, farms, and private areas, solving the problem of the limited usage scenarios of traditional fixed cargo boxes. This effectively improves the utilization rate of the golf cart and significantly enhances its functional versatility and adaptability to various scenarios.

[0015] 2. This golf cart has a tiltable cargo box. By setting up a locking unit, it can ensure that the box will not tilt randomly during the journey, thus preventing the loss of items.

[0016] 3. The golf cart has a tiltable cargo box. By setting rubber pad one and rubber pad two, it can provide a cushioning effect when tilting the box, avoiding deformation damage to the box during use. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention, form part of this application:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the entire utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the flip-up cargo box assembly of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the flip-up cargo box assembly of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket assembly of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cargo box assembly of this utility model.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 1. Golf cart; 2. Flip-over cargo box assembly; 21. Bracket assembly; 211. Support frame; 212. Connector; 213. Support column one; 214. Rubber pad one; 215. Locking rod; 22. Cargo box assembly; 221. Hinge block; 222. Box body; 223. Box door; 224. Lock; 225. Support column two; 226. Rubber pad two; 227. Locking unit; 2271. Fixing component one; 2272. Locking knob; 2273. Locking handle; 2274. Locking hook; 2275. Tension spring; 2276. Fixing component two; 23. Front support sheet metal part; 24. Cargo box handle. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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.

[0026] The golf cart is a vehicle designed specifically for golf. It is mainly used on golf courses, but is also widely used in other fields. In golf tournaments and daily sports, it helps golfers move quickly, transports golfers and their equipment, and keeps golfers in the best competitive condition. It also facilitates the work of golf course staff in site maintenance, equipment transportation, and other tasks.

[0027] Given the limitations of existing technologies, such as limited functionality, poor cargo handling convenience, and low unloading efficiency, please refer to... Figures 1-5The flip-top cargo box provided in this embodiment solves the problem of the limited usage scenarios of traditional fixed cargo boxes, effectively improving the utilization rate of the golf cart and significantly enhancing the functional versatility and scenario adaptability of the golf cart 1. The assembly includes a flip-top cargo box assembly 2 installed at the rear of the golf cart 1. The flip-top cargo box assembly 2 consists of a bracket assembly 21 and a cargo box assembly 22. The bracket assembly 21 is installed at the rear of the golf cart 1, and a front support sheet metal part 23 connected to the golf cart 1 is fixedly connected to the bracket assembly 21. The cargo box assembly 22 is rotatably connected to the bracket assembly 21, and a cargo box assembly 22 is fixedly mounted on the cargo box assembly 22. Two sets of cargo box handles 24; by designing the flip-up cargo box assembly 2 as a combination structure of support assembly 21 and cargo box assembly 22, the original fixed cargo box at the rear of the golf cart 1 is retained. Since the support assembly 21 is fixed at the rear of the vehicle, the support assembly 21 supports the cargo box assembly 22. In this way, the original fixed cargo box can be used, and the cargo box assembly 22 above can also be used, thereby increasing the cargo capacity. Moreover, the cargo box assembly 22 can be rotatably connected to the support assembly 21, realizing the flexible flipping function of the box 222, which is convenient for unloading, does not affect the golf cart's main function, expands the usage scenarios of the golf cart, and improves the space utilization rate.

[0028] Traditional cargo boxes are fixed to the vehicle body and cannot rotate, leading to difficulties in unloading. To address this issue, please refer to... Figure 5 The cargo box assembly 22 includes a box body 222. The bottom of the box body 222 is rotatably connected to the support assembly 21 via two hinge blocks 221. A box door 223 is movably connected to the rear of the box body 222. Two latches 224 connected to the box door 223 are fixed on the side wall of the box body 222 near the box door 223. A locking unit 227 that engages with the support assembly 21 is also fixed to the bottom of the box body 222. The box body 222 is rotatably connected to the support assembly 21 via the hinge blocks 221, providing a structural basis for tipping and unloading. The box door 223, movably connected at the rear, in conjunction with the latches 224, can effectively close the box body 222, preventing items from falling during transportation and improving transportation safety. Under the action of the locking unit 227, the box body 222 is locked during transportation to ensure that the box body 222 will not tip over. When unloading, the locking unit 227 is opened, and the box body 222 can tip over for unloading.

[0029] Since the original golf cart 1 had a fixed cargo box at the rear, adding the cargo box assembly 22 would affect the original position of the fixed cargo box. For this issue, please refer to... Figure 4The support frame 21 includes a support frame 211, with a connector 212 fixed at the bottom of the support frame 211 for connecting to the rear of the golf cart 1, and a locking rod 215 fixed at the top of the support frame 211. The cargo box assembly 22 is installed on top of the original fixed cargo box through the support frame 211, so as not to affect the use of the original fixed cargo box. The connector 212 at the bottom of the support frame 211 can stably connect to the rear of the golf cart 1 without making major modifications to the vehicle body, reducing the difficulty and cost of installation. Moreover, the overall structure provides a solid support for the cargo box assembly 22, ensuring the stability during transportation and tipping.

[0030] When the box 222 is not tilted, it is unstable and its rigid contact with the support frame 211 can easily cause wear and noise, affecting its service life and stability. To address this issue, two support columns 213 are fixed to the top of the support frame 211, and rubber pads 214 are fixed to the top of each support column 213. The support columns 213, together with the rubber pads 214, can provide stable support when the box 222 is reset. The rubber pads 214 can buffer the contact force between the box 222 and the support frame 211, reduce wear and noise, extend the service life of the components, and enhance the stability of the box 222 when it is placed.

[0031] Traditional cargo containers lack reliable locking mechanisms, and may accidentally tip over during transport due to bumps, resulting in lost items. For solutions to this problem, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figure 5 The locking unit 227 includes a locking lever 2272, which is rotatably connected to the bottom of the housing 222 via two fixing members 2271. Locking handles 2273 are fixed at both ends of the locking lever 2272. Two locking hooks 2274 are fixed on the locking lever 2272, and the locking hooks 2274 are elastically connected to the fixing member 2276 via a tension spring 2275. The fixing member 2276 is fixed to the bottom of the housing 222. Furthermore, the locking hooks 2274 have latches, which connect to the locking lever 21 via the latches. 5. The locking unit 227 is equipped with a locking lever 2272, a locking hook 2274, and a tension spring 2275. The tension spring 2275 pulls the locking hook 2274 to lock onto the locking rod 215. In the free state, it can firmly lock the box 222 to prevent accidental tipping during transportation. When unloading, rotating the locking handle 2273 will cause the locking hook 2274 to rotate and disengage from the locking rod 215 through the locking lever 2272, thus unlocking the box. The operation is simple, and the tension spring 2275 can automatically reset and lock, improving the convenience and safety of use.

[0032] The lack of cushioning and restraint during the tilting process of the container 222 makes it prone to over-tilting or hard impact with other components, which may cause damage to the container 222 or pose a safety hazard. Therefore, two inclined support columns 225 are fixed at the bottom of the container 222, and a rubber pad 226 is fixed at one end of each support column 225. The inclined support columns 225, together with the rubber pad 226, provide cushioning and restraint when the container 222 is tilted to the limit position, avoids excessive tilting of the container, reduces impact force, ensures the safety and stability of the tilting process, and extends the service life of the container.

[0033] It should be noted that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A golf cart with a flip-over cargo box, characterized in that: The present invention includes a flip-top cargo box assembly (2) installed at the rear of a golf cart (1). The flip-top cargo box assembly (2) consists of a bracket assembly (21) and a cargo box assembly (22). The bracket assembly (21) is installed at the rear of the golf cart (1). A front support sheet metal part (23) connected to the golf cart (1) is fixedly connected to the bracket assembly (21). The cargo box assembly (22) is rotatably connected to the bracket assembly (21). Two sets of cargo box handles (24) are fixedly provided on the cargo box assembly (22). The cargo box assembly (22) includes a box body (222). The bottom of the box body (222) is rotatably connected to the support assembly (21) via two hinge blocks (221). The rear of the box body (222) is movably connected to a box door (223). Two latches (224) connected to the box door (223) are fixed on the side wall of the box body (222) near the box door (223). The bottom of the box body (222) is also fixed with a locking unit (227) that engages with the support assembly (21).

2. The golf cart tilting cargo box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket assembly (21) includes a support frame (211), the bottom of which is fixed with a connector (212) for connecting to the rear of the golf cart (1), and the top of which is fixed with a locking bar (215).

3. The golf cart tilting cargo box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the support frame (211) is also fixed with two support columns (213), and the top of each of the two support columns (213) is fixed with a rubber pad (214).

4. The flip-top cargo box of the golf cart according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking unit (227) includes a locking lever (2272), which is rotatably connected to the bottom of the box (222) by two fixing parts (2271). Both ends of the locking lever (2272) are fixed with locking handles (2273). Two locking hooks (2274) are fixed on the locking lever (2272). The locking hooks (2274) are elastically connected to the fixing parts (2276) by a tension spring (2275). The fixing parts (2276) are fixed to the bottom of the box (222).

5. The golf cart tilting cargo box according to claim 4, characterized in that: The locking hook (2274) is provided with a latch and is engaged with the locking rod (215) through the latch.

6. The golf cart tilting cargo box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the box (222) is fixed with two inclined support columns (225), and one end of each support column (225) is fixed with a rubber pad (226).

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