Connecting structure and pet climbing box

Abstract

The utility model relates to a connecting structure and pet climbing box, it relates to connecting structure technical field. It contains: first connecting piece and one end of vertical rod are inserted and are assembled, second connecting piece and the other end of vertical rod are inserted and are assembled, and fastener is detachably assembled between first connecting piece with second connecting piece, fastener passes through and abuts on second connecting piece, one end of fastener is helical connection with first connecting piece to stabilize vertical rod between first connecting piece with second connecting piece, adopt above technical scheme, compared with the existing connecting structure, need not exert big force and carry out dismounting, simple structure can be quickly mounted and dismounted, not easy to break, and high convenience, improve the durability and service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connection structure technology, specifically to a connection structure and a reptile enclosure. Background Technology

[0002] In existing reptile enclosures, to meet the needs of convenient transportation, spatial flexibility, and different size configurations, non-integrated, modular structures have become common. These modular structures are usually assembled and spliced ​​using specific plug-in, snap-fit, or mortise-and-tenon connection structures.

[0003] However, the plug-in or snap-fit ​​connection structure used in existing technologies makes installation and disassembly extremely laborious and inconvenient in actual use. When assembling the reptile enclosure, users need to apply considerable force to fully press or push the connection structure into the corresponding slots or latches to ensure it is securely fixed. This is especially difficult for users with less strength (such as female users or teenagers). Furthermore, when users need to clean, maintain, rearrange, or relocate the reptile enclosure, the disassembly process also requires significant force. Users often need to pry, pull, or even use tools to separate the originally tightly connected components. During forced disassembly, the connection structure itself is highly susceptible to breakage, deformation, or wear, significantly reducing the overall durability and lifespan of the reptile enclosure. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to address the defects and deficiencies of the existing technology by providing a connection structure and a reptile cage, which solves at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems. It does not require force to install or remove, and has the advantages of simple structure, quick installation and removal, low damage, high convenience, improved durability and service life.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a connection structure, comprising:

[0006] The first connector is inserted and assembled with one end of the vertical rod;

[0007] The second connector is inserted and assembled with the other end of the vertical rod; and

[0008] Fasteners are detachably assembled between the first connector and the second connector;

[0009] The fastener passes through and abuts against the second connector, and one end of the fastener is spirally connected to the first connector to secure the vertical rod between the first connector and the second connector.

[0010] The present invention further includes a threaded hole provided with an internal thread and threaded connection with the fastener; and a mounting hole provided with a corresponding threaded hole, wherein the mounting hole is a stepped hole.

[0011] The present invention further comprises a four-way connector, including:

[0012] The first connecting body has the aforementioned threaded hole inside;

[0013] The first connecting part has two parts, vertically distributed at both ends of the first connecting body, for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod; and

[0014] The second connecting part has two parts, which are horizontally distributed on the first connecting body. The two second connecting parts are respectively used for assembly connection with the crossbar and the longitudinal bar.

[0015] The present invention further includes the following: the first connecting part includes: one or more first protrusions that are provided and protrude from the first connecting body, and a first protruding strip provided on the first protrusions for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod.

[0016] The present invention further provides that the second connecting part includes: a connecting part body, a guide cross-section disposed at the free end of the connecting part body, and a first groove disposed at intervals within the connecting part body.

[0017] The present invention further provides that the second connecting member is a tee connecting member, comprising:

[0018] The second connecting body has the aforementioned mounting hole inside;

[0019] The X-axis connecting part is located in the X direction of the second connecting body and is used for assembly connection with the crossbar;

[0020] A Y-axis connecting portion is provided in the Y direction of the second connecting body for assembly connection with the longitudinal rod; and

[0021] The Z-axis connecting part is located in the Z direction of the second connecting body and is used for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod.

[0022] The present invention further includes the following: the Z-axis connecting part includes: one or more second protrusions that are provided on the side of the second connecting body facing the first connecting member, and a second protrusion strip provided on the second protrusion for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod.

[0023] The present invention further includes the following: the X-axis connecting part includes: an X-axis connecting body; a second groove spaced apart within the X-axis connecting body; a first reinforcing rib disposed on the side of the X-axis connecting body opposite to the opening of the second groove; and a first through hole penetrating the bottom of the X-axis connecting body for assembly with an external sliding device.

[0024] The present invention further includes the following: the Y-axis connecting part includes: a Y-axis connecting body; a third groove spaced apart in the Y-axis connecting body; a second reinforcing rib disposed on the side of the Y-axis connecting body opposite to the opening of the third groove; and a second through hole disposed through the bottom of the Y-axis connecting body for assembly with an external sliding device.

[0025] To achieve the above objectives, another technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a reptile cage, comprising: a reptile cage body, a wall panel disposed on the reptile cage body, an inner panel disposed within the reptile cage body, and a connection structure disposed on the reptile cage body as described above; the reptile cage body is provided with multiple horizontal bars, multiple vertical bars, and multiple vertical rods.

[0026] The beneficial effects of this utility model after adopting the above technical solution are as follows: In this utility model, by inserting the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece into the two ends of the vertical rod respectively, the initial fixed installation can be achieved through easy insertion and quick positioning. To achieve the best fastening effect, one end of the fastener passes through and abuts against the second connecting piece, and then passes through the vertical rod and is threadedly connected to the first connecting piece for helical locking. The vertical rod is clamped between the two connecting pieces by axial pressure, preventing the vertical rod from loosening in the axial or radial direction, thus forming a composite connection of insertion fixation and threaded fastening. Therefore, compared with the existing connection structure, no force is required for installation and removal, the structure is simple, it can be quickly installed and removed, it is not easily damaged, and it is highly convenient, improving durability and service life. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the connection structure;

[0029] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the connecting structure;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first connector;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first connector from another perspective;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the second connector and fastener;

[0033] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the second connector;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second connector from another perspective;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of a reptile enclosure.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 100, First connector; 110, First connecting body; 111, Threaded hole; 120, First connecting portion; 121, First protrusion; 122, First convex strip; 130, Second connecting portion; 131, Connecting portion body; 132, Guide section; 133, First groove; 200, Second connector; 210, Second connecting body; 211, Mounting hole; 220, X-axis connecting portion; 221, X-axis connecting part. 222. Connecting body; 223. Second groove; 224. First reinforcing rib; 235. First through hole; 236. Y-axis connecting part; 237. Y-axis connecting body; 238. Third groove; 239. Second reinforcing rib; 230. Second through hole; 241. Z-axis connecting part; 242. Second protrusion; 243. Second convex strip; 300. Fastener; 410. Reptile enclosure body; 411. Horizontal bar; 412. Vertical bar; 413. Vertical rod. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0038] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive element, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

[0039] This embodiment relates to a connection structure, as shown in the reference... Figure 1-2 and Figure 8The system includes a first connector 100, a second connector 200, and a fastener 300. The first connector 100 is inserted into one end of the vertical rod 413, and the second connector 200 is inserted into the other end of the vertical rod 413, forming a clamping connection to achieve initial fixation. The fastener 300 is detachably screwed between the first connector 100 and the second connector 200 to provide continuous tightening force, achieving rigid fixation of the vertical rod 413, further improving the stability of the installation, and facilitating easy and quick assembly and disassembly. Specifically, in this embodiment, the fastener 300 is a screw. In some embodiments, the fastener 300 may also be a bolt or screw, etc.

[0040] Furthermore, the first connector 100 has a threaded hole 111 with internal threads in its middle portion for threaded connection with the fastener 300. The second connector 200 has a mounting hole 211 in its middle portion, corresponding to the threaded hole 111. Specifically, the mounting hole 211 is a stepped hole. In other embodiments, the mounting hole 211 can also be a through hole with a positioning groove or a countersunk hole, etc. To achieve quick installation and removal, one end of the fastener 300 passes through the second connector 200, and the other end abuts against the stepped hole, then passes through the vertical rod 413 and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole 111 of the first connector 100. By screw locking, the vertical rod 413 is clamped between the two connectors by radial pressure, preventing the vertical rod 413 from loosening axially or radially, thus forming a composite connection of plug-in fixing and threaded fastening. Therefore, users can easily install and remove the fastener without applying force, and the structure is simple, allowing for quick installation and removal. The connection structure is not easily damaged, offering high convenience and improved durability and service life.

[0041] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4The first connector 100 is a four-way connector, including a first connecting body 110, a first connecting portion 120, and a second connecting portion 130. The first connecting body 110 has a threaded hole 111. The first connecting body 110 is the load-bearing structure of the four-way connector, serving both to integrate the various connecting portions and provide structural support, while also concentrating the fastening force of the fasteners 300 to the entire connector. Two first connecting portions 120 are provided, vertically distributed at the upper and lower ends of the first connecting body 110, respectively, for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod 413 to construct the vertical support skeleton of the reptile enclosure frame, achieving vertical rod positioning and connection. Two second connecting portions 130 are provided, horizontally distributed around the periphery of the first connecting body 110. Specifically, two second connecting parts 130 are vertically distributed, one along the X-axis and the other along the Y-axis. They correspond to the horizontal bar 411 in the length direction and the vertical bar 412 in the width direction of the reptile enclosure, respectively, and are respectively inserted and assembled with the horizontal bar 411 and the vertical bar 412 to connect along the horizontal direction of the frame, thus constructing a three-dimensional enclosed structure of the reptile enclosure. The second connecting parts 130 can be detachably assembled or fixedly assembled with the horizontal bar 411 and the vertical bar 412, respectively, without specific limitations.

[0042] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 3 The first connecting portion 120 includes a first protrusion 121 and a first ridge 122. Three first protrusions 121 are provided, protruding from the first connecting body 110 on the side facing the vertical rod 413, increasing the contact depth and area between the first connecting portion 120 and the vertical rod 413, thus strengthening the connection. Furthermore, when the vertical rod 413 is inserted into the first protrusion 121, the shape of the first protrusion 121 can initially match and connect with the inner contour of the end of the vertical rod 413. Three first protrusions 121 are provided to securely install the inner panel of the reptile enclosure. In some embodiments, two, four, or more first protrusions 121 may be provided, without specific limitation. The first ridge 122 protrudes axially and is spaced apart around the periphery of the first protrusions 121 to engage with the vertical rod 413, enhancing the tightness of the engagement. The contact between the first protrusion 122 and the vertical rod 413 increases the friction of the insertion surface. When the vertical rod 413 is subjected to axial tension, the first protrusion 122 can reduce the relative sliding between the vertical rod 413 and the first connecting part 120 by squeezing the inner wall of the vertical rod 413, thus preventing the vertical rod 413 from falling off. Specifically, the end of the first protrusion 122 facing the vertical rod 413 is provided with a first guide slope (not shown) to guide the first protrusion 121 to smoothly insert into the vertical rod 413. In other embodiments, the inner wall of the vertical rod 413 may be provided with a groove (not shown) for the first protrusion 122 to be inserted.

[0043] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 3The second connecting portion 130 includes a connecting portion body 131, a guide surface 132, and a first groove 133. The guide surface 132 is located at the free end of the connecting portion body 131, i.e., the end away from the main body of the first connecting portion 120. The guide surface 132 reduces the assembly resistance of the crossbar 411 or the longitudinal bar 412, enabling rapid alignment and insertion, and improving the assembly efficiency of the reptile enclosure. The first groove 133 is spaced along the length direction within the connecting portion body 131, with local elastic deformation to enhance the tightness of the fit between the connecting portion body 131 and the crossbar 411 or the longitudinal bar 412, preventing loosening after assembly. In other embodiments, a reinforcing rib may also be provided at the bottom of the connecting portion body 131 to increase the rigidity of the bottom of the connecting portion body 131.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figures 5-7 In this embodiment, the second connector 200 is a tee connector, including a second connecting body 210, an X-axis connecting portion 220, a Y-axis connecting portion 230, and a Z-axis connecting portion 240. The second connecting body 210 is provided with a mounting hole 211 for fastener 300 assembly.

[0045] Reference Figures 6-7 The X-axis connecting portion 220 protrudes in the X direction toward the second connecting body 210 to be inserted and assembled with the crossbar 411, further enhancing the lateral support of the reptile enclosure. The X-axis connecting portion 220 can be detachably or fixedly assembled with the crossbar 411, without specific limitation. Further, the X-axis connecting portion 220 includes an X-axis connecting body 221, a second groove 222, a first reinforcing rib 223, and a first through hole 224. The second groove 222 is spaced along the length direction within the X-axis connecting body 221 to provide elastic deformation for insertion with the crossbar 411. The first reinforcing rib 223 is provided on the side of the X-axis connecting body 221 opposite to the opening of the second groove 222 to increase the lateral support strength of the bottom of the X-axis connecting body 221. The first through hole 224 is provided through the bottom of the X-axis connecting body 221 to provide a detachable connection channel for an external sliding device. The X-axis connecting part 220 is rigidly fixed to the external sliding device by bolts or pins passing through the first through hole 224, thereby realizing the mechanical linkage between the two. The external sliding device can be a slide rail, slider, or pulley, etc., and there is no need to be specifically limited here.

[0046] Reference Figures 6-7The Y-axis connecting portion 230 protrudes in the Y direction toward the second connecting body 210 to be inserted and assembled with the longitudinal rod 412, further enhancing the longitudinal support of the reptile enclosure. The Y-axis connecting portion 230 can be detachably or fixedly assembled with the longitudinal rod 412, without specific limitation. Further, the Y-axis connecting portion 230 includes a Y-axis connecting body 231, a third groove 232, a second reinforcing rib 233, and a second through hole 234. The third groove 232 is spaced along the length direction within the Y-axis connecting body 231 to provide elastic deformation for insertion with the longitudinal rod 412. The second reinforcing rib 233 is located on the side of the Y-axis connecting body 231 opposite to the opening of the third groove 232 to enhance the longitudinal support strength at the bottom of the Y-axis connecting body 231. The second through hole 234 extends through the bottom of the Y-axis connecting body 231 to provide a detachable connection channel for an external sliding device. The Y-axis connecting part 230 is rigidly connected to the external sliding device by means of bolts or pins passing through the second through hole 234. Furthermore, the second through hole can cooperate with the first through hole 224 or act independently to assemble the external sliding device.

[0047] Reference Figure 5 The Z-axis connecting portion 240 protrudes in the Z direction towards the second connecting body 210 to be inserted and assembled with the vertical rod 413. The Z-axis connecting portion 240 is the vertical connection interface between the three-way connector and the vertical rod 413, achieving fixation with the lower end of the vertical rod 413. It cooperates with the first connecting portion 120 of the first connector 100 to form an upper and lower clamping structure, ensuring the verticality and stability of the vertical rod 413. Further, the Z-axis connecting portion 240 includes a second protrusion 241 and a second protrusion 242. Three second protrusions 241 are provided, and their protrusions are located on the side of the second connecting body 210 facing the first connector 100. The protrusion structure can be inserted into the end of the vertical rod 413 for matching and plugging. Three second protrusions 241 are provided to allow the inner panel of the reptile enclosure to be securely installed. The second protrusions 241 and the first protrusions 121 form an upper and lower clamping structure for the vertical rod 413, improving the stability of the installation. In some embodiments, the second protrusion 241 may be provided in two, four, or more forms, without specific limitation. The second protrusion 242 protrudes axially and is spaced apart around the second protrusion 241 for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod 413, further enhancing the tightness of the insertion. The second protrusion 242 inserts into and presses against the inner wall of the vertical rod 413, reducing the relative sliding between the vertical rod 413 and the second connecting portion 130, preventing the vertical rod 413 from falling off. Specifically, the end of the second protrusion 242 facing the vertical rod 413 is provided with a second guide slope (not shown) to guide the second protrusion 241 smoothly into the vertical rod 413. In other embodiments, the inner wall of the vertical rod 413 may be provided with a groove (not shown) for the second protrusion 242 to be inserted.

[0048] This embodiment also relates to a reptile enclosure, as shown in the following figure. Figure 8The device includes: a reptile enclosure body 410, a wall panel disposed on the reptile enclosure body 410, an inner panel disposed within the reptile enclosure body 410, and a connecting structure disposed on the reptile enclosure body 410 as described above. The reptile enclosure body 410 is provided with multiple horizontal bars 411, multiple vertical bars 412, and multiple vertical rods 413, forming a three-dimensional structure through the horizontal bars 411, vertical bars 412, and vertical rods 413. In some embodiments, this connecting structure can also be applied to furniture, temporary buildings, agricultural greenhouses, or shelves, etc., without specific limitations.

[0049] The above is only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and not to limit it. Any other modifications or equivalent substitutions made by those skilled in the art to the technical solution of this utility model, as long as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A connection structure, characterized in that, include: The first connector (100) is inserted and assembled with one end of the vertical rod (413); The second connector (200) is inserted and assembled with the other end of the vertical rod (413); as well as Fastener (300) is detachably assembled between the first connector (100) and the second connector (200); The fastener (300) passes through and abuts against the second connector (200), and one end of the fastener (300) is helically connected to the first connector (100) to secure the vertical rod (413) between the first connector (100) and the second connector (200).

2. The connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connector (100) is provided with an internal thread and a threaded hole (111) that is threadedly connected to the fastener (300); the second connector (200) is provided with a mounting hole (211) corresponding to the threaded hole (111), and the mounting hole (211) is a stepped hole.

3. The connection structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connector (100) is a four-way connector, comprising: The first connecting body (110) has the threaded hole (111) inside; The first connecting part (120) has two parts, which are vertically distributed at both ends of the first connecting body (110), for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod (413); and Two second connecting parts (130) are provided and are horizontally distributed on the first connecting body (110). The two second connecting parts (130) are respectively used to assemble and connect with the crossbar (411) and the longitudinal bar (412).

4. The connection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first connecting part (120) includes: a first protrusion (121) provided with one or more and protruding on the first connecting body (110), and a first protrusion (122) provided on the first protrusion (121) for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod (413).

5. The connection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second connecting part (130) includes: a connecting part body (131), a guide cross-section (132) disposed at the free end of the connecting part body (131), and a first groove (133) disposed at intervals within the connecting part body (131).

6. The connection structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second connector (200) is a tee connector, comprising: The second connecting body (210) has the mounting hole (211) inside; The X-axis connecting part (220) is provided in the X direction of the second connecting body (210) and is used for assembly connection with the crossbar (411); A Y-axis connecting portion (230) is disposed in the Y direction of the second connecting body (210) for assembly connection with the longitudinal rod (412); and The Z-axis connecting part (240) is provided in the Z direction of the second connecting body (210) and is used for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod (413).

7. The connection structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The Z-axis connecting part (240) includes: one or more second protrusions (241) that are provided on the side of the second connecting body (210) facing the first connecting member (100), and a second protrusion (242) provided on the second protrusions (241) for insertion and assembly with the vertical rod (413).

8. The connection structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The X-axis connecting part (220) includes: an X-axis connecting body (221), a second groove (222) spaced apart in the X-axis connecting body (221), a first reinforcing rib (223) disposed on the side of the X-axis connecting body (221) opposite to the groove opening of the second groove (222), and a first through hole (224) penetrating the bottom of the X-axis connecting body (221) for assembly with an external sliding device.

9. The connection structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The Y-axis connecting part (230) includes: a Y-axis connecting body (231), a third groove (232) spaced apart in the Y-axis connecting body (231), a second reinforcing rib (233) disposed on the side of the Y-axis connecting body (231) opposite to the groove opening of the third groove (232), and a second through hole (234) penetrating the bottom of the Y-axis connecting body (231) for assembly with an external sliding device.

10. A reptile enclosure, characterized in that, include: The reptile enclosure body (410) includes a wall panel disposed on the reptile enclosure body (410), an inner panel disposed within the reptile enclosure body (410), and a connecting structure disposed on the reptile enclosure body (410) as described in any one of claims 1-9; the reptile enclosure body (410) is provided with multiple horizontal bars (411), multiple vertical bars (412), and multiple vertical rods (413).

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