Flat push-rotary handle and vehicle comprising the same

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flat push rotary handle and vehicle including the handle. The flat push rotary handle includes: a housing; a rocker arm including opposite first and second ends, the rocker arm being pivotably connected to the housing at the first end via a first pivot; a handle including opposite first and second ends, a first connection portion, and a second connection portion, the handle being pivotably connected to the second end of the rocker arm at the first connection portion via a second pivot; and an actuator for driving the rocker arm to pivot about the first pivot. The second connection portion of the handle is configured to move along a predetermined trajectory such that, when the rocker arm is pivoted in a first outward direction about the first pivot by a first angle, the handle is pivoted in a second direction opposite the first direction about the second pivot by a second angle, thereby causing the handle to transition from a retracted state stored in the housing to a deployed state protruding outwardly from an opening of the housing, the second angle being less than or equal to the first angle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model generally relates to a push-to-rotate handle, particularly a handle for use on vehicle doors. This utility model also relates to a vehicle door having the push-to-rotate handle and a vehicle having the door. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of automotive safety regulations, the safety design of protruding body parts has gradually become an important research direction in the field of vehicle passive safety. To reduce the risk of scratches and bruises in collisions, relevant regulations have increasingly stringent requirements regarding the shape, size, orientation, and hardness of protruding body parts. Among these protruding parts, the door handle, as a key functional component on the exterior surface of the vehicle, directly affects the vehicle's collision protection performance for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists, depending on the compliance of its protrusion height. For example, according to relevant Chinese regulations (e.g., GB11566), the protrusion height of door or trunk lid handles must not exceed 40mm to reduce the risk of punctures or scratches caused by sharp objects in secondary collisions.

[0003] In such Figure 1 In the conventional rotary handle shown, the handle 30 simply pivots around a pivot between a retracted position and an extended position. When the handle 30 is in the extended position as shown in the figure, the user needs to manually pull the handle to unlock the door. Therefore, the handle must be long enough to be comfortable to grip, and space must be left between the handle and the door for the user's fingers (as shown by the dashed circle in the figure). However, in order to insert a finger (usually a thicker index finger) near the pivot, the handle needs to pivot at a sufficiently large angle, increasing the distance D between the handle end and the door surface. In this case, there may be a contradiction between the functional requirements of the handle and the regulations on the protrusion height. A handle that meets the functional requirements of the user's grip often fails to meet the regulations on the protrusion height, and vice versa. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention solves the above problems by providing a handle that combines both horizontal and rotary motion.

[0005] In one aspect, the present invention provides a push-rotate handle, comprising: a housing defining an internal space and having an opening on one side; a rocker arm disposed within the housing and including a first end and a second end opposite to the first end, the rocker arm being pivotally connected to the housing at the first end via a first pivot; a handle including a first end, a second end opposite to the first end, a first connecting portion, and a second connecting portion, the handle being pivotally connected to the second end of the rocker arm at the first connecting portion via a second pivot; and an actuator for driving the rocker arm to pivot about the first pivot, wherein the handle is configured to switch between a retracted state housed in the housing and an extended state protruding outward from the opening of the housing, and wherein the second connecting portion of the handle is configured to move along a predetermined trajectory such that when the rocker arm pivots about the first pivot in an outward first direction by a first angle, the handle pivots about the second pivot in a second direction opposite to the first direction by a second angle, thereby switching the handle from the retracted state to the extended state, the second angle being less than or equal to the first angle.

[0006] According to this invention, while the handle pivots with the rocker arm, the handle itself pivots in the opposite direction relative to the rocker arm, thereby enabling the handle to perform a composite motion including rotation and translation, thus reducing the protrusion distance at the end of the handle.

[0007] In one example, the predetermined trajectory is provided by a track fixed to or integrally formed with the housing. Preferably, the first connecting portion is located between the first and second ends of the handle, and the second connecting portion is located at the first end of the handle. Additionally, the track is an arc-shaped track protruding toward the second connecting portion. Additionally, the second connecting portion includes a roller capable of rolling along the track, or a slider or slip ring capable of sliding along the track. Specifically, the track is a slide rail or guide rod cooperating with the slider or slip ring. Additionally, the track has a structure that keeps the second connecting portion in contact with it. Thus, during movement, the second connecting portion remains in contact with the track without disengaging.

[0008] In one example, the rocker arm can be directly driven by the actuator to perform a rocking motion. Alternatively, the actuator can indirectly drive the rocker arm by means of other components. Specifically, the handle further includes a drive block via which the actuator drives the rocker arm to pivot. Specifically, the drive block is in the form of a slider. Additionally, the actuator is an electric motor. The electric motor can be started by a remote control. Preferably, the drive block is configured to slide in a straight line and defines a cam profile, wherein the rocker arm has a follower portion located between the first end and the second end, the follower portion being configured to move along the cam profile as the drive block slides in a straight line. Preferably, the follower portion is a protrusion that slides along the cam profile, or a follower wheel that rolls along the cam profile. Preferably, the cam profile includes a beveled section angled to the sliding direction of the drive block and a straight section parallel to the sliding direction, such that during the unfolding of the handle, the follower portion first moves along the beveled section and then along the straight section. In other words, the drive block has a longitudinal section that is substantially trapezoidal (or right trapezoidal) in the sliding direction, the hypotenuse of which forms the inclined section, and the upper base of which forms the straight section.

[0009] According to this invention, as the drive block slides forward, the follower first contacts the inclined section and is pushed upward to pivot the rocker arm, thereby pushing the handle outward. When the follower reaches the end of the inclined section, the rocker arm reaches its maximum pivot position, and the handle reaches its maximum extended position. Afterward, as the drive block slides further forward, the follower contacts the straight section, at which point the rocker arm no longer pivots but is held at its maximum pivot position, thus holding the handle at its maximum extended position. In this way, the handle completes the transition from a retracted state to an extended state, awaiting further user operation. Those skilled in the art will envision that the aforementioned drive block, which moves linearly, can be replaced by a cam with a corresponding cam profile that rotates.

[0010] In one example, the handle further includes a first torsion spring for biasing the rocker arm, the first torsion spring being disposed around the first pivot, and one end of the first torsion spring being connected to the housing and the other end being connected to the rocker arm.

[0011] In another example, the handle further includes a second torsion spring for biasing the handle, the second torsion spring being disposed around the second pivot, and one end of the second torsion spring being connected to the rocker arm and the other end being connected to the handle.

[0012] In yet another example, the handle further includes an unlocking block configured to be actuated by the handle to unlock the locking element when the handle in the deployed state is pulled further outward. This further outward pulling action can be performed by a user of the vehicle. Preferably, the unlocking block is pivotally connected to the housing via a third pivot and includes a pawl, wherein the handle includes a hook such that as the handle in the deployed state is pulled further outward, the hook abuts against the pawl and actuates the unlocking block about the third pivot to unlock the locking element. Preferably, the unlocking block includes a pull cord connected to the locking element, the pull cord configured to pull the locking element to unlock when the unlocking block pivots. Additionally, the handle further includes a third torsion spring for biasing the unlocking block, the third torsion spring being disposed about the third pivot, with one end of the third torsion spring connected to the housing and the other end connected to the unlocking block.

[0013] Preferably, the handle has a limiting member that limits the maximum distance the handle can be pulled out. The limiting member can cooperate with a corresponding structure (e.g., a stop) on the housing to achieve the above-described function.

[0014] In another aspect, the present invention provides a vehicle door including a push-rotate handle according to the present invention, the push-rotate handle being at least partially embedded in the door panel of the vehicle door. In this case, the locking element is a door lock. Preferably, when in the retracted state, the outer surface of the handle is flush with the door panel. Preferably, the housing further includes a frame insert that covers the seam between the edge of the opening of the housing and the door panel.

[0015] In another aspect, the present invention provides a vehicle including a door according to the present invention.

[0016] The handle, door, and vehicle of this invention improve the handle design, reduce the handle protrusion height, thereby reducing safety risks and meeting the requirements of relevant regulations. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0018] Figure 1 A rotary handle in the prior art is shown;

[0019] Figure 2 A side view of a push-rotary handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handle is in a retracted state;

[0020] Figure 3 It shows Figure 2 A side view of the push-to-rotate handle, with the housing omitted;

[0021] Figure 4 A perspective view of the housing according to the present invention is shown;

[0022] Figure 5 A perspective view of the actuator and drive block according to the present invention is shown;

[0023] Figure 6 A perspective view of the rocker arm according to the present invention is shown;

[0024] Figure 7 A perspective view of the handle according to the present invention is shown;

[0025] Figure 8 A side view of a push-rotating handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handle is in the extended state;

[0026] Figure 9 A side view of the other side of the push-rotate handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handle is in the unfolded state;

[0027] Figure 10 A perspective view of the unlocking block according to the present invention is shown;

[0028] Figure 11 A side view of a push-rotate handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handle is in the unlocked state.

[0029] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0030] 1. Handle

[0031] 10. Shell

[0032] 11. Opening

[0033] 12. Border Inlay

[0034] 13. Track

[0035] 14. First compartment

[0036] 15. Second compartment

[0037] 16. Guide rail

[0038] 17. Anchors

[0039] 18. Window

[0040] 20. Rocker arm

[0041] 21. First end

[0042] 22. Second end

[0043] 23. First Pivot

[0044] 24. Follower Part

[0045] 25. First torsion spring

[0046] 26. concave part

[0047] 27. Concave

[0048] 30. Handle

[0049] 31. First end

[0050] 32. Second end

[0051] 33. First connecting part

[0052] 34. Second connecting part

[0053] 35. Second Pivot

[0054] 36. Roller

[0055] 37. Second torsion spring

[0056] 38. Hook

[0057] 39. Cavity

[0058] 40. Actuator

[0059] 41. Motor shaft

[0060] 42. Interface

[0061] 50. Driver Block

[0062] 51. Cam Profile

[0063] 52. Inclined section

[0064] 53. Straight Section

[0065] 54. Guiding Department

[0066] 60. Unlock Block

[0067] 61. Third Pivot

[0068] 62. Razor Claw

[0069] 63. Third torsion spring

[0070] 64. Shaft Hole

[0071] 65. Unlocking hole

[0072] D. Distance. Detailed Implementation

[0073] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more comprehensive description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings illustrate preferred embodiments of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more complete and thorough understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0074] Figure 2 and Figure 3 A side view of the push-rotate handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handles are all in the retracted state, and Figure 3 The housing is omitted in this design. As shown in the figure, the handle 1 includes a housing 10, a rocker arm 20, a handle 30, an actuator 40, a drive block 50, and an unlocking block 60. When in the retracted state shown in the figure, the handle 30 is completely housed within the internal space of the housing 10, such that the outer surface of the handle 30 is substantially flush with the opening edge of the housing 10 (particularly the frame insert 12). The actuator 40 is connected to and drives the drive block 50 to slide linearly. The drive block 50 engages with the follower 24 of the rocker arm 20 via its cam profile 51 to drive the rocker arm 20 to swing. The rocker arm 20 is pivotally connected to the handle 30 to move it, thereby causing the handle 30 to protrude outward. In some instances, the handle 1 may not include the drive block 50, and the rocker arm 20 may be pivotally driven directly by the actuator 40. The specific structure of each component and the connections and interactions between these components will be described below.

[0075] Figure 4 A perspective view of the housing according to the present invention is shown. As shown, the housing 10 defines an internal space including a first compartment 14 for housing the actuator 40 and a second compartment 15 for housing other components. The second compartment 15 has an opening 11 on one side and receives the rocker arm 20, the handle 30, and the drive block 50 therein. The side walls and bottom walls of each compartment have features for guiding, supporting, or securing the components. For example, the side wall of the second compartment 15 is integrally formed with a track 13 that mates with the second connection portion 34 of the handle 30 and a guide rail 16 for guiding the drive block 50, as detailed below. A first pivot 23 for the rocker arm 20 is disposed in the second compartment 15 and connected between opposing side walls, and a first torsion spring 25 is disposed around the first pivot 23. A third pivot 61 for the unlocking block 60 is disposed on the outer side wall of the housing. The housing 10 also includes a plurality of anchors 17 connected to the outer side wall and a frame insert 12 disposed around the edge of the opening 11 (see Figure 2Anchor 17 includes connection features such as holes or pins for embedding handle 1 into the door panel of the vehicle door. When housing 10 is embedded and secured in the door panel, frame insert 12 covers the seam between the edge of opening 11 and the door panel, thereby providing a waterproof seal, thermal conductivity, light transmission and / or reducing wind resistance from handle 1 and providing an aesthetic appearance.

[0076] Figure 5 A perspective view of the actuator and drive block according to the present invention is shown. The actuator 40 may include an electric motor or a hydraulic motor and a gearbox or transmission device for converting the output motion of the motor into linear motion. (Refer to...) Figure 4 and Figure 5 The actuator 40 is housed in the first compartment 14 of the housing 10 and connected via a motor shaft 41 to a drive block 50 located in the second compartment 15 of the housing 10 to drive it in linear motion. Specifically, the motor shaft 41 may be fixedly connected to the drive block 50. The actuator 40 may also include an interface 42 for connecting to a power source or communicating with a controller. The actuator 40 can be remotely activated by a user of the vehicle or automatically activated when a user holding a key or an authenticated device (e.g., a mobile phone) approaches within a predetermined distance of the handlebars.

[0077] Refer again Figure 4 and Figure 5 The drive block 50 is in the form of a slider and has guide portions 54 on both sides. The guide portions 54 cooperate with the guide rails 16 in the housing 10 to guide the drive block 50 to move linearly. The guide portions 54 and the guide rails 16 are mutually shaped and fitted together. For example, one of them is a guide groove and the other is a protrusion that cooperates with the guide groove.

[0078] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 5 The upper surface of the drive block 50 has a cam profile 51, which cooperates with the follower 24 of the rocker arm 20 to drive the rocker arm 20 to swing, thereby driving the drive block 50 forward (along...). Figure 3 When the rocker arm 20 is driven to pivot about a first pivot 23 disposed on the housing 10 (in the left direction), the rocker arm 20 is driven to pivot about a first pivot 23 disposed on the housing 10. It is conceivable that by designing the shape of the cam profile 51, the rocker arm 20 can achieve a desired swing amplitude and swing profile (i.e., a swing curve that changes over time). In this embodiment, the cam profile 51 includes a beveled section 52 and a straight section 53 that sequentially contact the follower portion 24 of the rocker arm 20 as the drive block 50 advances. The beveled section 52 is at an angle to the sliding direction of the drive block 50, and the straight section 53 is parallel to the sliding direction. In other words, the drive block 50 has a generally trapezoidal longitudinal section, with its hypotenuse and upper base forming the beveled section 52 and the straight section 53, respectively.

[0079] Figure 6A perspective view of a rocker arm according to the present invention is shown. The rocker arm 20 is disposed within a housing 10 and has a first end 21 and a second end 22 opposite to each other, and a follower portion 24 located between the first end 21 and the second end 22. The rocker arm 20 in the figure is formed by two segments angled to each other, and both the first end 21 and the second end 22 are in the form of fork-like members; however, it is conceivable that these two ends may not have forks. See also... Figure 4 and Figure 6 The two branches forming the first end 21 are provided with through holes to receive a first pivot 23, and the two branches are spaced apart from each other to receive a first torsion spring 25 disposed around the first pivot 23. One end of the first torsion spring 25 is connected to the housing 10, and the other end is connected to the rocker arm 20, for example, received in a recess 26 formed at the bifurcation of the first end 21. The first torsion spring 25 is used to apply a bias to the rocker arm 20 so that its follower 24 always contacts the cam profile 51 of the drive block 50 (described in detail below), and to return the rocker arm 20 to its original position after it has pivoted outward. Similarly, the two branches forming the second end 22 are also provided with through holes to receive a second pivot 35, and the two branches are spaced apart from each other to receive a second torsion spring 37 disposed around the second pivot 35.

[0080] See Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 The follower 24 of the rocker arm 20 engages with the cam profile 51 of the drive block 50, such that as the drive block 50 slides forward in a straight line, the follower 24 successively contacts the inclined section 52 and the straight section 53 and moves along them. Specifically, as the drive block 50 slides forward, the follower 24 first contacts the inclined section 52 and is pushed by it to gradually rise, causing the rocker arm 20 to move outward about the first pivot 23. Figure 3 , Figure 6 The rocker arm 20 pivots clockwise. When the follower 24 reaches the end of the inclined section 52, the rocker arm 20 reaches its maximum pivot position. Then, as the drive block 50 slides further forward, the follower 24 contacts the straight section 53, at which point the rocker arm 20 stops pivoting and is held at its maximum pivot position. Due to the straight section 53, the rocker arm 20 remains at its maximum pivot position even when the handle 30 is pressed inward. The follower 24 shown in the figure is a protrusion extending outward from the middle position between the first end 21 and the second end 22. It is conceivable that the follower 24 could take other forms, such as a follower wheel located at the same position.

[0081] Figure 7A perspective view of a handle according to the present invention is shown. As shown, the handle 30 includes a first end (or connecting end) 31 and a second end (or free end) 32 opposite to each other, and includes a first connecting portion 33 and a second connecting portion 34. The handle 30 in the figure has a connecting block and a cantilever extending on one side of the connecting block. The free end of the cantilever forms the second end 32, and the end of the cantilever and the connecting block opposite to the free end forms the first end 31. The first connecting portion 33 and the second connecting portion 34 are both located on the connecting block. The connecting block defines a hollow cavity 39 for receiving the second end 22 of the rocker arm 20 therein. Other forms of the handle are conceivable, such as a simple elongated component. Figure 7 As shown, the outer surface of the handle 30 may include fingerprint recognition to provide more functionality to the handle.

[0082] See Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The handle 30 has a bore at the first connecting portion 33 for receiving a second pivot 35, thereby pivotally connecting the handle 30 to the second end 22 of the rocker arm 20 via the second pivot 35. A second torsion spring 37, disposed around the second pivot 35, has one end connected to the rocker arm 20 (e.g., received in a recess 27 formed at the bifurcation of the second end 22), and the other end connected to the handle 30. The second torsion spring 37 is used to apply a bias to the handle 30. The second connecting portion 34 is designed to move along a predetermined trajectory such that when the rocker arm 20 pivots about the first pivot 23 in an outward first direction (clockwise in the figure) by a first angle, the handle 30 pivots about the second pivot 35 in the opposite second direction (counterclockwise in the figure) by a second angle less than or equal to the first angle, thereby changing the handle 30 from a retracted state to an extended state. In other words, while the rocker arm 20 pivots outward (i.e., clockwise) around the first pivot 23, the second connecting part 34 also moves outward, causing the handle 30 to pivot counterclockwise around the second pivot 35. Those skilled in the art should understand that when the aforementioned reverse pivoting is absent, the handle 30 simply follows the rocker arm 20 in pivoting, which is the movement mode of the conventional rotary handle described above. Conversely, in the solution of this utility model, the handle 30 pivots in the opposite direction while following the rocker arm 20 in its overall outward pivoting. Therefore, a certain degree of translation or pushing is achieved while the handle rotates, thereby reducing the protrusion distance of the free end of the handle. In particular, when the second angle is equal to the first angle, the reverse pivoting of the handle 30 completely cancels out the outward pivoting of the rocker arm 20, causing the handle 30 to exhibit an overall outward translation or pushing motion. In this way, the handle 30 performs a composite motion including rotation and pushing, thus combining the advantages of both a pushing handle and a rotary handle.

[0083] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7The predetermined trajectory for the movement of the second connecting portion 34 is provided by a track 13 formed on the inner sidewall of the housing 10. The second connecting portion 34 can be kept in contact with the track 13 by a bias applied to the handle 30 by the second torsion spring 37. Alternatively, the track 13 itself may contain a structure that keeps the second connecting portion in contact with it. The second connecting portion 34 shown in the figure is a roller 36 that rolls along the track 13. However, other forms of the second connecting portion 34 are conceivable, such as a slider or a slip ring, and the track 13 may be in the form of a slide rail or a guide rod accordingly. In the embodiment shown in the figure, the first connecting portion 33 is located between the first end 31 and the second end 32 of the handle 30, and the second connecting portion 34 is located at the first end 31. In this case, the track 13 is an arcuate track that protrudes toward the second connecting portion 34. However, depending on the relative positions of the first connecting portion 33, the second connecting portion 34, and the first end 31, the track 13 may have other profiles, such as a straight profile or an arcuate profile that is recessed toward the second connecting portion 34.

[0084] See Figure 3 , Figure 5 , Figure 7 When the drive block 50 moves forward to its maximum stroke, the follower 24 of the rocker arm 20 engages with the straight section 53 of the drive block 50 to hold the rocker arm 20 in its maximum pivot position. At this time, the handle 30, through the engagement of the first connecting part 33 and the second connecting part 34 with the corresponding component, is also in its maximum extended position. Thus, the handle 30... Figure 2 The retracted state shown is transitioned to the expanded state and is maintained in the expanded state.

[0085] Figure 8 A side view of a push-to-rotate handle according to the present invention is shown, with the handle in the extended state. Figure 1 Compared to the conventional rotary handle shown, the handle 30 of this invention is not simply pivoted to the unfolded state, but rather transitions to the unfolded state through a combination of pivoting and translational motions, as described above. Accordingly, in Figure 8 In the illustrated state, while allowing fingers to be inserted between the handle 30 and the door (as shown by the dashed circle), the distance D between the free end of the handle 30 and the door surface is significantly shortened, thus perfectly solving the problem in the prior art.

[0086] Figure 9 A side view of the push-rotary handle according to the present invention in its unfolded state is shown, illustrating its relationship with... Figure 8The opposite side shown. As shown, the unlocking block 60 is located on the outside of the housing 10 and can pivot about a third pivot 61 provided on the outer sidewall of the housing 10. The handle 30 is provided with a hook 38 that protrudes outward through a window 18 opened in the sidewall of the housing 10. As the handle 30 protrudes outward from the retracted state, the hook 38 rises with the handle 30. When reaching Figure 9 When in the unfolded state, the hook 38 abuts against the pawl 62 of the unlocking block 60.

[0087] If in Figure 8 , Figure 9 If the handle 30 in its extended state is not further operated (e.g., not pulled by the user) within a predetermined time, the actuator 40 can retract the drive block 50, and the components will return to their original positions under the bias of the torsion springs. Figure 2 In the retracted state shown.

[0088] Figure 10 A perspective view of the unlocking block according to the present invention is shown. As shown, the unlocking block 60 includes a shaft hole 64 at the large end for receiving a third pivot 61 and an unlocking hole 65 at the small end. A third torsion spring 63 is disposed around the shaft hole 64, with one end connected to the housing 10 and the other end connected to the unlocking block 60, particularly abutting against the cylindrical wall formed around the third torsion spring 63, thereby biasing the unlocking block 60 relative to the housing 10. A pawl 62 protrudes laterally from the large end of the unlocking block 60 to engage with the hook portion 38 of the handle 30, thereby enabling the unlocking block 60 to pivot about the third pivot 61 by actuating the pawl 62.

[0089] Figure 11 A side view of a push-rotate handle according to the present invention is shown, wherein the handle is in the unlocked state. When the handle is held... Figure 9 In the unfolded state shown, the user can grasp the handle 30 and pull it outward. At this time, the hook 38 rises further with the handle 30, thereby pushing the pawl 62, which abuts against the hook 38, upward, thus causing the unlocking block 60 to pivot about the third pivot 61. Figure 11 (The center pivots clockwise). As the unlocking block 60 pivots, a pull cord (not shown) connected to the unlocking hole 65 pulls the vehicle's door lock to unlock, and the door can then be opened.

[0090] Subsequently, when handle 30 is released or the door is closed again, the components of handle 1 return to their original positions under the bias of the torsion springs. Figure 8 and Figure 9 The diagram shows the deployed state. If no further action is detected within a predetermined time, actuator 40 can retract drive block 50, and each component will further return to its original position under the bias of each torsion spring. Figure 2 The retracted state is shown.

[0091] The foregoing description, in conjunction with a vehicle door, illustrates the push-rotate handle according to this invention. It should be understood that the handle of this invention is not limited to this application, but can be used in other situations with similar requirements or where space-saving is necessary.

[0092] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0093] The above-described embodiments are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A horizontally rotating handle, characterized in that, The push-rotary handle includes: A shell that defines an internal space and has an opening on one side; A rocker arm, disposed within the housing, includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the rocker arm being pivotally connected to the housing at the first end via a first pivot; A handle, comprising a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a first connecting portion, and a second connecting portion, wherein the handle is pivotally connected at the first connecting portion to the second end of the rocker arm via a second pivot; and An actuator for driving the rocker arm to pivot about the first pivot. The handle is configured to switch between a retracted state housed within the housing and an extended state protruding outward from the opening in the housing. The second connecting portion of the handle is configured to move along a predetermined trajectory, such that when the rocker arm pivots at a first angle in an outward first direction about the first pivot, the handle pivots at a second angle in a second direction opposite to the first direction about the second pivot, thereby changing the handle from the retracted state to the extended state, wherein the second angle is less than or equal to the first angle.

2. The push-rotating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The predetermined trajectory is provided by a track fixed to or integrally formed with the housing.

3. The push-rotating handle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting portion is located between the first end and the second end of the handle, and the second connecting portion is located at the first end of the handle.

4. The push-rotating handle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The track is an arc-shaped track that protrudes towards the second connecting part.

5. The push-rotating handle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second connecting part includes a roller that can roll along the track, or a slider or slip ring that can slide along the track.

6. The push-rotary handle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The push-rotating handle further includes a drive block, via which the actuator drives the rocker arm to pivot.

7. The push-rotating handle according to claim 6, characterized in that, The drive block is configured to slide along a straight line and defines a cam profile, wherein the rocker arm has a follower located between the first end and the second end, the follower being configured to move along the cam profile when the drive block slides along a straight line.

8. The push-rotating handle according to claim 7, characterized in that, The follower part is either a protrusion that slides along the cam profile or a follower wheel that rolls along the cam profile.

9. The push-rotating handle according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that, The cam profile includes an inclined section at an angle to the sliding direction of the drive block and a straight section parallel to the sliding direction, such that during the unfolding of the handle, the follower first moves along the inclined section and then moves along the straight section.

10. The push-rotary handle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The push-rotate handle further includes a first torsion spring for biasing the rocker arm, the first torsion spring being disposed around the first pivot, and one end of the first torsion spring being connected to the housing and the other end being connected to the rocker arm.

11. The push-rotary handle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The push-rotate handle further includes a second torsion spring for biasing the handle, the second torsion spring being disposed around the second pivot, and one end of the second torsion spring being connected to the rocker arm and the other end being connected to the handle.

12. The push-rotate handle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The push-rotate handle further includes an unlocking block, which is configured to be driven by the handle to unlock the locking element when the handle in the unfolded state is pulled further outward.

13. The push-rotating handle according to claim 12, characterized in that, The unlocking block is pivotally connected to the housing via a third pivot and includes a pawl, wherein the handle includes a hook such that as the handle in the unfolded state is pulled further outward, the hook abuts against the pawl and causes the unlocking block to pivot about the third pivot to unlock the locking element.

14. The push-rotating handle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The handle has a limiting member that limits the maximum distance the handle can be pulled out.

15. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a push-rotate handle according to any one of claims 1 to 14.

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