A flexible collection frame assembly for 3D printer model collection

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flexible collection frame assembly for 3D printer model collection, including flexible net bag, net bag frame and cavity, and flexible net bag is made of flexible material, and net bag frame is used to support flexible net bag, and cavity sets up in the interval space of 3D printer base, and net bag frame can slide and install in the cavity, when sliding net bag frame, make flexible net bag have unfolding state and folding state, set up like this, in unfolding state, flexible net bag can play the effect of receiving material, and because cavity sets up in the interval space of 3D printer base, so in folding state, flexible net bag and net bag frame can hide in the interval space, realized the folding storage effect, will not occupy external space, and user no longer needs to carry collection frame, and flexible net bag unfolding and folding are convenient, and the use effect is good, and the convenience is good.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of printer model collection frame technology, and in particular to a flexible collection frame component for collecting 3D printer models. Background Technology

[0002] 3D printing, a type of rapid prototyping technology, is a technique that uses digital model files as a basis and employs powdered metal or plastic and other bondable materials to construct objects layer by layer. Current 3D printers, equipped with automatic material handling mechanisms, require a corresponding model collection box. Conventional collection boxes are typically rigid plastic square boxes placed at the front of the printer base during use and need to be moved elsewhere when not in use. However, conventional collection boxes are made of rigid materials, cannot be folded, are inconvenient to store, occupy environmental space when not in use, and require users to retrieve and place them in the designated material collection location each time they use the printer. This is very inconvenient, and frequent retrieval can easily lead to the loss of the collection box, failing to meet user needs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a flexible collection frame component for collecting 3D printer models, aiming to solve the technical problems of inconvenient storage and space occupation of existing collection frames.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model provides a flexible collection frame for collecting 3D printer models, the key features of which include:

[0005] A flexible net bag, said flexible net bag being made of a flexible material;

[0006] A net frame for supporting the flexible net;

[0007] The cavity is disposed within the space of the 3D printer base, and the mesh frame is slidably installed within the cavity;

[0008] The flexible net has an unfolded state and a retracted state, such that when the net frame slides into the cavity, the flexible net changes from the unfolded state to the retracted state, so that in the retracted state, the flexible net can be at least partially contained within the cavity; and when the net frame slides out of the cavity, the flexible net changes from the retracted state to the unfolded state, so that in the unfolded state, the flexible net can contain materials.

[0009] Furthermore, a limiting post is provided on the cavity to restrict the net frame from being completely pulled out of the cavity and completely pushed into the cavity.

[0010] Furthermore, the limiting post has a first abutting plane and a second abutting plane arranged opposite to each other, so that in the folded state, the net frame can abut against the first abutting plane; and in the unfolded state, the net frame can abut against the second abutting plane.

[0011] Furthermore, the cavity includes a main plate and two "L"-shaped flanges, which are spaced apart and facing each other on the main plate to form a sliding space between the main plate and the two "L"-shaped flanges, and the net frame can slide within the sliding space.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a drawstring structure, the first end of which is connected to the bottom of the flexible net, and the second end of which is connected to the cavity. The net frame can abut against the drawstring so that when the net frame slides into the cavity, the second end can move toward the cavity so that the bottom of the flexible net is received into the cavity.

[0013] Furthermore, the pull wire structure is provided in one or more sets, and when there are multiple sets of pull wire structures, the pull wire structures are arranged at intervals.

[0014] Furthermore, the net frame is a ring-shaped frame structure.

[0015] Furthermore, the flexible net bag has a receiving cavity, and the top of the flexible net bag is provided with a first opening so that the material can fall into the receiving cavity through the first opening.

[0016] Furthermore, the opening of the first opening is connected to the annular frame structure.

[0017] Furthermore, in the folded-up state, the flexible net can be completely contained within the cavity.

[0018] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the flexible collection frame component for collecting 3D printer models of this utility model, by setting the flexible net bag as a flexible material, allows the flexible net bag to be contained within the cavity or unfolded outside the cavity when the net bag frame is slidable. With this setting, in the unfolded state, the flexible net bag has the effect of containing materials. Furthermore, since the cavity is set within the interval space of the 3D printer base, in the folded state, the flexible net bag and net bag frame can be hidden within the interval space, achieving a folding storage effect without occupying external space. Users no longer need to move the collection frame. The flexible net bag is easy to unfold and fold, with good usage effect and convenience.

[0019] To make the technical concept, other objectives, advantages, features and functions of this utility model clearer and easier to understand, preferred embodiments will be specifically described in the following detailed description, and will be illustrated in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models provided in Embodiment 1 of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models provided in Embodiment 1 of this application.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the cavity provided in Embodiment 1 of this application;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the cavity provided in Embodiment 1 of this application from another angle;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the flexible collection frame component for collecting 3D printer models provided in Embodiment 2 of this application;

[0026] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models provided in Embodiment 2 of this application;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a stereoscopic view of a 3D printer with the flexible net bag in its unfolded state, as provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a stereoscopic view of a 3D printer with the flexible net bag in a retracted state, as provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the interval space provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0030] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0031] 100. Flexible mesh bag; 110. Receiving cavity; 120. First opening;

[0032] 200. Net frame;

[0033] 300, cavity; 310, limiting post; 311, first abutting plane; 312, second abutting plane; 320, main body plate; 330, "L" shaped flange;

[0034] 400, Interval space;

[0035] 500, Pull-wire structure; 510, First end; 520, Second end. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this application, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0037] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 4 and Figures 7 to 9 This embodiment provides a flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models, including a flexible net bag 100, a net bag frame 200, and a cavity 300. The flexible net bag 100 is made of flexible material, the net bag frame 200 is used to support the flexible net bag 100, and the cavity 300 is disposed in the space 400 of the 3D printer base. The net bag frame 200 is slidably installed in the cavity 300.

[0038] The flexible net bag 100 has an unfolded state and a retracted state. When the net bag frame 200 slides into the cavity 300, the flexible net bag 100 changes from the unfolded state to the retracted state. In the retracted state, the flexible net bag 100 can be at least partially contained within the cavity 300. When the net bag frame 200 slides outward from the cavity 300, the flexible net bag 100 changes from the retracted state to the unfolded state. In the unfolded state, the flexible net bag 100 can contain materials.

[0039] As can be seen, the flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models in this embodiment uses a flexible mesh bag 100 made of a flexible material. When the mesh bag frame 200 is slid, the flexible mesh bag 100 can be housed within the cavity 300 or unfolded outside the cavity 300. With this configuration, in the unfolded state, the flexible mesh bag 100 can effectively collect materials. Furthermore, since the cavity 300 is located within the space 400 of the 3D printer base, in the folded state, the flexible mesh bag 100 and the mesh bag frame 200 can be hidden within the space 400, achieving a folding storage effect without occupying external space. Users no longer need to move the collection frame. The flexible mesh bag 100 is easy to unfold and fold, has good usage effect, and is convenient.

[0040] Understandably, such as Figure 9As shown, in this embodiment, the space 400 is formed between the desktop and the base of the 3D printer. The structure of the 3D printer is prior art, and since it is not a key point of protection in this application, it will not be described in detail here. The accommodating space of the cavity 300 is sufficient to accommodate the flexible mesh bag 100 and the mesh bag frame 200 together. In other possible implementations, the space 400 is formed directly within the base of the 3D printer.

[0041] The flexible net bag 100 is made of nylon, polyester fiber, or elastic knitted mesh material. The flexible net bag 100 and the net bag frame 200 are connected by adhesive to prevent the flexible net bag 100 from falling off the net bag frame 200. In other possible implementations, the flexible net bag 100 and the net bag frame 200 can be connected by buckles, zippers, and Velcro. When the user needs to change the flexible net bag 100 from an unfolded state to a folded state, the user manually folds the flexible net bag 100 so that when the user pushes the net bag frame 200 into the cavity 300, the cavity 300 can fully contain the flexible net bag 100.

[0042] In this embodiment, as Figures 3 to 4 As shown, a limiting post 310 is provided on the cavity 300 to limit the net frame 200 from being completely pulled out of the cavity 300 and completely pushed into the cavity 300.

[0043] By setting a limiting post 310 on the cavity 300, the sliding range of the net frame 200 can be limited, ensuring that the net frame 200 always stays within the preset stroke during the sliding process, preventing the net frame 200 from completely leaving or entering the cavity 300 due to excessive sliding. Furthermore, when the net frame 200 is pulled out to abut against the limiting post 310, the user can confirm by touch that the flexible net 100 is in the unfolded state, at which point no additional position adjustment is required. When the net frame 200 is pushed in to abut against the limiting post 310, the user can confirm by touch that the flexible net 100 is in the retracted state, avoiding invalid operations. This design avoids the need for users to repeatedly push and pull to confirm whether it is in place, lowers the user's usage threshold, and is especially suitable for high-frequency usage scenarios.

[0044] Specifically, such as Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the limiting post 310 has a first abutting plane 311 and a second abutting plane 312 arranged opposite to each other, so that in the folded state, the net frame 200 can abut against the first abutting plane 311; and in the unfolded state, the net frame 200 can abut against the second abutting plane 312.

[0045] Specifically, when the net frame 200 slides to contact the first abutment plane 311, the user can judge whether it has slid to the correct position through a smooth sense of obstruction. Similarly, when the net frame 200 slides to contact the second abutment plane, the user can also judge whether it has slid to the correct position through a smooth sense of obstruction. In the folded state, the net frame 200 is at least partially exposed outside the cavity 300, so that when the user needs to unfold the flexible net bag 100, the user can pull the net frame 200 by pinching the part of the net frame 200 exposed outside the cavity 300 to unfold the flexible net bag 100. In the unfolded state, the net frame 200 is at least partially confined within the cavity 300 to provide support for the flexible net bag 100. The part of the net frame 200 located within the cavity 300 is sufficient to support the flexible net bag 100 and the materials inside the flexible net bag 100.

[0046] Furthermore, such as Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the cavity 300 includes a main plate 320 and two "L"-shaped flanges 330. The two "L"-shaped flanges 330 are arranged on the main plate 320 at intervals and facing each other to form a sliding space between the main plate 320 and the two "L"-shaped flanges 330, and the net frame 200 can slide within the sliding space.

[0047] The sliding space formed by the two "L"-shaped flanges 330 and the main plate 320 forms a track-like constraint on the net frame 200 through a three-sided enclosure structure. The "L"-shaped flanges 330 include a vertical side and a parallel side. The vertical side is set perpendicular to the main plate 320, and the parallel side is set parallel to the main plate 320. The vertical side of the "L"-shaped flanges 330 prevents the net frame 200 from swaying left and right, ensuring that the net frame 200 can only slide in a straight line along the length of the sliding space. The horizontal side of the "L"-shaped flanges 330 restricts the displacement of the frame in the vertical direction, reducing the net frame 200 from deviating from the track due to vibration or external force. It has strong sliding stability, low manufacturing cost, and simple structure.

[0048] In addition, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models provided in Embodiment 2 of this application differs from Embodiment 1 in that it further includes a pull wire structure 500. The first end 510 of the pull wire structure 500 is connected to the bottom of the flexible net bag 100, and the second end 520 of the pull wire structure 500 is connected to the cavity 300. The net bag frame 200 can abut against the pull wire so that when the net bag frame 200 slides into the cavity 300, the second end 520 can move towards the cavity 300 so that the bottom of the flexible net bag 100 is received into the cavity 300.

[0049] Preferably, the drawstring structure 500 is made of nylon, polyester, or Kevlar thread. The first end 510 of the drawstring structure 500 is adhered to the bottom of the flexible net bag 100, and the second end 520 is adhered to the cavity 300. When the frame of the flexible net bag 100 slides into the cavity 300, the distance between the second end 520 and the first end 510 of the drawstring structure 500 shortens, forcing the bottom of the flexible net bag 100 to fold along a preset path towards the cavity 300 and be housed within it. With this configuration, the user only needs to push the net bag frame 200 to simultaneously fold the bottom of the flexible net bag 100, eliminating the need for manual adjustment and simplifying the folding process. Furthermore, regardless of the operating speed, the drawstring structure 500 ensures that the net bag maintains a consistent shape after each fold, preventing incomplete folding of the flexible net bag 100 due to differences in user operation. In other possible implementations, the second end 520 of the drawstring structure 500 is connected to the cavity 300 by a snap or Velcro, and the first end 510 of the drawstring structure 500 is connected to the bottom of the flexible net bag 100 by a snap or Velcro.

[0050] In Example 2, as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the pull wire structure 500 is provided with one or more sets, and when there are multiple sets of pull wire structures 500, the pull wire structures 500 are arranged at intervals.

[0051] Preferably, the pull cord structure 500 is provided in two sets. The two sets of pull cord structures 500, which are spaced apart, can form symmetrical traction on the bottom of the flexible net bag 100, ensuring that the tension is evenly distributed during the closing process. If only one set of pull cord structure 500 is provided, the bottom of the flexible net bag 100 is prone to tilting towards the pull cord structure 500 due to unilateral force, resulting in asymmetrical folding of the flexible net bag 100, and even causing the sliding trajectory of the net bag frame 200 to deviate. The two sets of spaced pull cord structures 500 can pull simultaneously from both sides, so that the bottom of the net bag folds symmetrically along the center line, ensuring a neat closing shape.

[0052] In this embodiment, the net frame 200 is a ring frame structure. The ring frame can be made of hollow metal tube or engineering plastic, which reduces the overall weight and sliding resistance while ensuring the support strength.

[0053] Furthermore, the flexible net bag 100 has a receiving cavity 110, and the top of the flexible net bag 100 is provided with a first opening 120 so that the material can fall into the receiving cavity 110 through the first opening 120. In this way, when the 3D printed model is removed from the printing platform, it can fall directly into the receiving cavity 110 through the first opening 120.

[0054] Furthermore, the opening of the first opening 120 is connected to the annular frame structure, and the opening edge of the flexible net bag 100 is fixed to the annular frame structure. The annular frame evenly distributes the force on the top of the flexible net bag 100 to the entire annular structure, preventing local stress concentration from causing the flexible net bag 100 to tear, thus improving durability. When the printed model falls off the platform, it falls directly into the first opening 120 of the flexible net bag 100, which is supported by the annular frame.

[0055] Preferably, in the folded state, the flexible net bag 100 can be completely contained within the cavity 300.

[0056] This design avoids unevenness on the device surface caused by the exposed flexible mesh bag 100, keeping the 3D printer base in a clean appearance. The flexible mesh bag 100 is completely hidden inside the cavity 300, which can prevent external collisions or dust contamination and extend the service life of the flexible material.

[0057] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects:

[0058] By setting the flexible net bag 100 to a flexible material, when the net bag frame 200 is slidable, the flexible net bag 100 can be housed within the cavity 300 or unfolded outside the cavity 300. In this configuration, the flexible net bag 100 can effectively contain materials when unfolded. Furthermore, since the cavity 300 is located within the space 400 of the 3D printer base, the flexible net bag 100 and the net bag frame 200 can be hidden within the space 400 when folded, achieving a folding storage effect without occupying external space. Users no longer need to move the collection box. The flexible net bag 100 is easy to unfold and fold, has good performance, and is convenient to use.

[0059] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this application. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.

[0060] It should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set, connect, link, install" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, abutting connections, or integral connections. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0061] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "lateral, longitudinal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" are generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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 on the scope of protection of this application; in addition, the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0062] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define the components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application.

[0063] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this application involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0064] The above description is the preferred embodiment of this utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered to be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models, characterized in that, include: A flexible net bag (100) is made of a flexible material; A net frame (200) for supporting the flexible net (100); A cavity (300) is disposed within the space (400) of the 3D printer base, and the mesh frame (200) is slidably installed within the cavity (300); The flexible net (100) has an unfolded state and a retracted state, such that when the net frame (200) slides into the cavity (300), the flexible net (100) changes from the unfolded state to the retracted state, so that in the retracted state, the flexible net (100) can be at least partially contained within the cavity (300); and when the net frame (200) slides out of the cavity (300), the flexible net (100) changes from the retracted state to the unfolded state, so that in the unfolded state, the flexible net (100) can contain materials.

2. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cavity (300) is provided with a limiting post (310) to restrict the net frame (200) from being completely pulled out of the cavity (300) and completely pushed into the cavity (300).

3. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 2, characterized in that, The limiting post (310) has a first abutting plane (311) and a second abutting plane (312) arranged opposite to each other, so that in the retracted state, the net frame (200) can abut against the first abutting plane (311); In the unfolded state, the net frame (200) can abut against the second abutment plane (312).

4. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cavity (300) includes a main plate (320) and two "L"-shaped flanges (330). The two "L"-shaped flanges (330) are arranged on the main plate (320) at intervals and facing each other to form a sliding space between the main plate (320) and the two "L"-shaped flanges (330). The net frame (200) is able to slide within the sliding space.

5. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a drawstring structure (500), the first end (510) of which is connected to the bottom of the flexible net bag (100), the second end (520) of which is connected to the cavity (300), and the net bag frame (200) is able to abut against the drawstring so that when the net bag frame (200) slides into the cavity (300), the second end (520) can move toward the cavity (300) so that the bottom of the flexible net bag (100) is received into the cavity (300).

6. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pull wire structure (500) is provided in one or more sets. When there are multiple sets of pull wire structures (500), the pull wire structures (500) are arranged at intervals.

7. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 1, characterized in that, The net frame (200) is a ring frame structure.

8. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 7, characterized in that, The flexible net (100) has a receiving cavity (110), and the top of the flexible net (100) is provided with a first opening (120) so that material can fall into the receiving cavity (110) through the first opening (120).

9. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 8, characterized in that, The opening (120) is connected to the annular frame structure.

10. The flexible collection frame assembly for collecting 3D printer models according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the folded state, the flexible net bag (100) can be completely contained within the cavity (300).

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