A foldable baby hip table structure

By using a ratchet engagement mechanism between the baffle teeth and the seat teeth, and a trigger design with internal teeth, the complex folding mechanism of existing baby hip stools is solved, enabling quick folding and unfolding with one hand, thus improving ease of use and portability.

CN224474238UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-10SHANGHAI BABYUM INFOTECH LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANGHAI BABYUM INFOTECH LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-01
Publication Date
2026-07-10

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Technical Problem

Existing baby hip seats have complex folding mechanisms that require two hands to operate and are inconvenient to use while holding a baby. They are also expensive and bulky.

Method used

It adopts a ratchet meshing mechanism of baffle teeth and seat teeth, combined with the trigger design of internal teeth, to achieve one-click folding and unfolding. Folding and unfolding can be completed by one-handed operation. It has a simple structure, low cost and small size.

Benefits of technology

It enables quick folding and unfolding with one hand, has a simple structure, low cost, and small size, making it suitable for use when holding a baby, thus improving ease of use and portability.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of foldable baby waist stool structure, belong to the technical field of special carrying appliance for young children, including baffle, seat plate, compression spring, baffle tooth, inner tooth, seat plate tooth and rivet, a pair of baffle tooth seat is equipped on the baffle, first sliding slot is equipped in the baffle tooth seat, the baffle and seat plate are connected by rivet pin.The utility model is triggered by the design of the ratchet wheel meshing mechanism cooperation inner tooth of baffle tooth and seat plate tooth, realizes the one-key folding operation without pressing button completely, user only needs to unfold seat plate to set angle and can be automatically locked, stable and reliable when using, only need to fold seat plate when folding, it can be automatically unlocked to complete folding, whole process can be completed by single hand, suitable for the operation scene when holding baby;Even in cloth full package state can be used smoothly, in addition, the design also has the advantages such as simple structure, low manufacturing cost, small volume after folding, convenient to carry.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of baby carriers, specifically relating to a foldable baby hip stool structure. Background Technology

[0002] A baby carrier is a portable tool that helps parents carry their infants and toddlers. Its main structure includes a waist belt, a seat, and a support system. Its design is a combination of traditional baby carriers and modern ergonomics. The waist belt is fixed to the adult's waist, and the seat provides a cushion to support the baby's buttocks. Some models also come with shoulder straps or adjustable straps to distribute the weight and meet the weight-bearing needs of infants and toddlers at different growth stages from 0 to 3 years old.

[0003] Existing traditional baby hip seats generally use button or snap-on folding mechanisms, requiring both hands to press specific unlocking points during operation, which is extremely inconvenient when holding a baby. Their mechanical structure is complex and covered by fabric, making it difficult for users to intuitively find the unlocking position. Even after folding, protruding parts still affect storage. This design not only increases the difficulty of use and the risk of misoperation, but also leads to increased costs and larger size due to the additional parts. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a foldable baby hip seat structure, which aims to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A foldable baby hip seat structure includes a baffle, a seat plate, a compression spring, baffle teeth, inner teeth, seat plate teeth, and rivets. The baffle is provided with a pair of baffle tooth seats, and the baffle tooth seats are provided with a first sliding groove. The baffle and the seat plate are connected by rivets.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a compression spring can be installed inside the baffle tooth seat, and baffle teeth can be installed thereon.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the baffle tooth is provided with a second sliding groove, which corresponds to the first sliding groove in the baffle tooth seat.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the baffle teeth are provided with a peripheral groove for installing internal teeth, and the peripheral groove is provided with a limiting rib.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the internal tooth is provided with a limiting platform, which corresponds to the limiting rib.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the baffle teeth are provided with a first outer ring tooth, which is a ratchet unidirectional tooth.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the base plate is provided with a pair of base plate tooth seats, and the base plate tooth seats are provided with base plate teeth.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the seat plate teeth are provided with screw holes, and are fixed in the seat plate teeth seat by screws.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the seat plate teeth are provided with a second outer ring tooth, which is a ratchet unidirectional tooth corresponding to the first outer ring tooth of the baffle teeth, and the seat plate teeth are provided with an inner ring tooth.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the inner teeth are provided with deep tooth grooves and shallow tooth grooves, which correspond to the inner ring teeth of the seat plate teeth.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By using the ratchet meshing mechanism of the baffle teeth and the seat teeth in conjunction with the trigger design of the internal teeth, a one-button folding operation is achieved without pressing any buttons. Users only need to unfold the seat to the set angle to automatically lock it. It is stable and reliable in use. When folding, simply flip the seat upward to automatically unlock and complete the folding. The whole process can be completed with one hand, which is suitable for operation scenarios when holding a baby. It can also be used smoothly even when fully wrapped in fabric. In addition, this design also has significant advantages such as simple structure, low manufacturing cost, small size after folding, and easy portability. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of 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. Wherein:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model when folded.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded seat plate structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the seat plate structure of this utility model retracting;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of this utility model when fully retracted;

[0023] Figure 6This is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting rib structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the internal tooth structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the inner ring tooth structure of this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Baffle; 1-1. Baffle tooth seat; 1-2. First slide groove; 2. Seat plate; 2-1. Seat plate tooth seat; 3. Compression spring; 4. Baffle tooth; 4-1. Limiting rib; 4-2. First outer ring tooth; 4-3. Second slide groove; 5. Inner tooth; 5-1. Limiting platform; 5-2. Deep tooth groove; 5-3. Shallow tooth groove; 6. Seat plate tooth; 6-1. Inner ring tooth; 6-2. Second outer ring tooth; 6-3. Screw hole; 7. Rivet. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0030] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0031] Example 1

[0032] Reference Figures 1-9 This is the first embodiment of the present utility model. This embodiment provides a foldable baby hip stool structure, including a baffle 1, a seat plate 2, a compression spring 3, baffle teeth 4, inner teeth 5, seat teeth 6 and rivets 7. The baffle 1 is provided with a pair of baffle tooth seats 1-1, and the baffle tooth seats 1-1 are provided with a first sliding groove 1-2. The baffle 1 and the seat plate 2 are connected by rivets 7.

[0033] The basic structure design of baffle 1 and seat plate 2, combined with rivets 7, achieves stable hinge connection, providing a reliable bearing platform for the subsequent folding structure. The baffle tooth seat 1-1 and its internal first sliding groove 1-2 constitute a precise guiding structure, ensuring that the subsequent meshing components can move along the preset trajectory, while improving the stability and durability of the overall structure.

[0034] Specifically, a compression spring 3 can be installed inside the baffle tooth seat 1-1, and a baffle tooth 4 can be installed therein.

[0035] The innovative design of the combination of compression spring 3 and baffle tooth 4 realizes the elastic self-resetting function. The baffle tooth 4 is kept in working position pressure by the constraint of baffle tooth seat 1-1, which not only ensures the firm locking in the unfolded state, but also provides the necessary elastic buffer for folding operation, making the overall structure run more smoothly and reliably.

[0036] Furthermore, the baffle tooth 4 is provided with a second sliding groove 4-3, which corresponds to the first sliding groove 1-2 in the baffle tooth seat 1-1.

[0037] Among them, the dual-track guide system of the second slide 4-3 and the first slide 1-2 realizes the precise linear movement of the baffle tooth 4. The composite slide structure enables the baffle tooth 4 to slide smoothly when under pressure and to accurately reset when released, solving the jamming problem caused by the misalignment of parts in the traditional folding structure.

[0038] Preferably, the baffle tooth 4 is provided with a peripheral groove for installing the inner tooth 5, and the peripheral groove is provided with a limiting rib 4-1, and the inner tooth 5 is provided with a limiting platform 5-1, the limiting platform 5-1 corresponding to the limiting rib 4-1.

[0039] The combination of the circumferential groove and the limiting rib 4-1 forms a modular assembly structure, which not only facilitates the precise positioning and installation of the internal tooth 5, but also constructs a relatively rotatable transmission interface, providing a key structural carrier for the subsequent realization of differentiated meshing functions and significantly improving the motion accuracy of the mechanism. The interactive constraint mechanism between the limiting platform 5-1 and the limiting rib 4-1 enables the internal tooth 5 to maintain circumferential limitation while having axial movement space, realizing the shallow tooth groove 5-3 trigger unlocking function, and ensuring that the internal tooth 5 can accurately respond to the flipping action of the seat plate 2 during folding operation.

[0040] Furthermore, the baffle tooth 4 is provided with a first outer ring tooth 4-2, which is a ratchet one-way tooth.

[0041] Among them, the ratchet unidirectional tooth design of the first outer ring tooth 4-2 forms the main locking mechanism. When unfolded, it automatically locks through unidirectional meshing characteristics. This self-locking structure completely eliminates the manual locking operation required by traditional waist stools, improves ease of use, and is especially suitable for scenarios where one hand is holding an infant.

[0042] Furthermore, the seat plate 2 is provided with a pair of seat plate tooth seats 2-1, and the seat plate tooth seats 2-1 are provided with seat plate teeth 6.

[0043] The modular design of the seat plate tooth 2-1 and the seat plate tooth 6 enables the standardized assembly of the core transmission components. The split structure reduces the processing difficulty and ensures the rigid connection between the transmission components and the seat plate 2, making the force transmission of the folding and unlocking action more direct and effective.

[0044] Furthermore, the base plate tooth 6 is provided with screw holes 6-3, which are fixed to the base plate tooth seat 2-1 by screws.

[0045] The fastening method of screw hole 6-3 enables the seat plate tooth 6 to be disassembled and maintained. This design not only ensures the structural strength in the working state, but also facilitates the replacement of worn parts in the later stage, extends the service life of the product, and reduces the user's operating costs.

[0046] Furthermore, the seat plate tooth 6 is provided with a second outer ring tooth 6-2, which is a ratchet one-way tooth, corresponding to the first outer ring tooth 4-2 of the baffle tooth 4. The seat plate tooth 6 is provided with an inner ring tooth 6-1, and the inner tooth 5 is provided with a deep tooth groove 5-2 and a shallow tooth groove 5-3, which correspond to the inner ring tooth 6-1 of the seat plate tooth 6.

[0047] The composite ratchet system formed by the second outer ring tooth 6-2 and the first outer ring tooth 4-2 achieves a dual guarantee mechanism: the main tooth system ensures the self-locking stability in the unfolded state, while the inner ring tooth 6-1 is dedicated to the folding and unlocking function. This division of labor design enables the mechanism to have both ultra-high reliability and ease of operation. The differentiated depth design of the deep tooth groove 5-2 and the shallow tooth groove 5-3 creates an intelligent triggering mechanism. The usage state is automatically identified by the change in tooth groove depth. The chain unlocking reaction can be triggered by lifting the seat plate 2 with only one hand, which solves the problem that traditional folding mechanisms require two-hand operation and realizes true one-handed quick folding.

[0048] When in use, when unfolded, the seat plate 2 flips downwards, causing the second outer ring tooth 6-2 of the seat plate tooth 6 to engage with the first outer ring tooth 4-2 of the baffle tooth 4 in a ratchet engagement. The compression spring 3 pushes the baffle tooth 4 to move along the first slide groove 1-2 and the second slide groove 4-3 to achieve self-locking. At this time, the deep tooth groove 5-2 of the inner tooth 5 engages with the inner ring tooth 6-1 to maintain stability. When folding, the seat plate 2 flips upwards, and the inner ring tooth 6-1 slides into the shallow tooth groove 5-3 to disengage. At the same time, the inner tooth 5 is driven to overcome the constraints of the limiting rib 4-1 and the limiting platform 5-1 to generate displacement, causing the two sets of outer ring ratchet teeth to disengage, completing one-button folding without buttons. The whole process requires no auxiliary operation and all components automatically reset.

[0049] In summary, the double ratchet meshing system formed by the first outer ring tooth 4-2 of the baffle tooth 4 and the second outer ring tooth 6-2 of the seat plate tooth 6, combined with the elastic preload provided by the compression spring 3, ensures a secure lock in the unfolded state. The unique inner tooth 5 design, through the differentiated depths of the deep tooth groove 5-2 and the shallow tooth groove 5-3, forms an intelligent triggering mechanism with the inner ring tooth 6-1 of the seat plate tooth 6, achieving automatic unlocking during folding. The limiting rib 4-1 of the baffle tooth 4 and the limiting platform 5-1 of the inner tooth 5 constitute a precise displacement control mechanism, ensuring accurate positioning of each component during operation; through the guiding action of the first slide groove 1-2 and the second slide groove 4-3, the linear movement of the baffle tooth 4 and the rotational movement of the seat plate 2 are perfectly coordinated, ultimately achieving a quick folding operation that can be completed without buttons, simply by lifting the seat plate 2 with one hand, while maintaining high stability in the unfolded state, greatly improving the practicality and ease of operation of the product.

[0050] Example 2

[0051] Reference Figures 1-9 This is the second embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the first embodiment in that it provides a method for using the above-mentioned foldable baby hip seat, the specific operation process of which is as follows:

[0052] S1: The user first flips the seat plate 2 of the waist stool downwards to a horizontal position. At this time, the second outer ring tooth 6-2 of the seat plate tooth 6 and the first outer ring tooth 4-2 of the baffle tooth 4 automatically mesh under the elastic force of the compression spring 3, forming a ratchet locking state. At the same time, the deep tooth groove 5-2 of the inner tooth 5 tightly meshes with the inner ring tooth 6-1 of the seat plate tooth 6, ensuring that the seat plate 2 is fixed at the use angle and providing a stable load-bearing platform.

[0053] S2: When the waist stool needs to be folded, the user only needs to lift the seat plate 2 with one hand. The inner ring tooth 6-1 of the seat plate tooth 6 slides along the shallow tooth groove 5-3 of the inner tooth 5. Since the shallow tooth groove 5-3 is shallow, it cannot maintain the meshing state. The inner tooth 5 is moved downward under the constraint of the limiting rib 4-1 and the limiting platform 5-1, which drives the baffle tooth 4 to compress the compression spring 3 and disengage from the meshing with the seat plate tooth 6, thereby realizing resistanceless folding.

[0054] When in use, the structure does not require pressing any unlock button. The locking or releasing mechanism is triggered naturally by simply flipping the seat plate 2. Especially when the user is holding a baby, the operation can be completed with one hand, which greatly improves convenience. When folded, the baffle 1 and the seat plate 2 fit tightly together, significantly reducing the storage volume and making it easy to carry.

[0055] In summary, through optimized mechanical linkage design, the complex folding and unlocking action is simplified into an intuitive one-handed flipping operation, which not only ensures the sturdiness of the device in use but also achieves the convenience of quick storage, perfectly meeting the actual needs of childcare scenarios.

[0056] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Without departing from the scope of this invention, other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, this invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0057] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present invention) may be omitted.

[0058] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0059] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A foldable baby hip seat structure, characterized in that: It includes a baffle (1), a seat plate (2), a compression spring (3), a baffle tooth (4), an internal tooth (5), a seat plate tooth (6), and a rivet (7). The baffle (1) is provided with a pair of baffle tooth seats (1-1), and the baffle tooth seats (1-1) are provided with a first sliding groove (1-2). The baffle (1) and the seat plate (2) are connected by rivets (7).

2. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A compression spring (3) can be installed inside the baffle tooth seat (1-1), and a baffle tooth (4) can be installed.

3. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The baffle tooth (4) is provided with a second sliding groove (4-3), which corresponds to the first sliding groove (1-2) in the baffle tooth seat (1-1).

4. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The baffle tooth (4) is provided with a circumferential groove on which the inner tooth (5) can be installed, and the circumferential groove is provided with a limiting rib (4-1).

5. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The internal tooth (5) is provided with a limiting platform (5-1), which corresponds to the limiting rib (4-1).

6. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The baffle tooth (4) is provided with a first outer ring tooth (4-2), and the first outer ring tooth (4-2) is a ratchet one-way tooth.

7. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The seat plate (2) is provided with a pair of seat plate tooth seats (2-1), and the seat plate tooth seats (2-1) are provided with seat plate teeth (6).

8. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The seat plate teeth (6) are provided with screw holes (6-3), which are fixed in the seat plate teeth seat (2-1) by screws.

9. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The seat plate teeth (6) are provided with a second outer ring teeth (6-2), which are ratchet one-way teeth and correspond to the first outer ring teeth (4-2) of the baffle teeth (4). The seat plate teeth (6) are provided with inner ring teeth (6-1).

10. The foldable baby hip seat structure according to claim 9, characterized in that: The inner tooth (5) is provided with a deep tooth groove (5-2) and a shallow tooth groove (5-3), which correspond to the inner ring tooth (6-1) of the seat plate tooth (6).