A collapsible cat litter box

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cat litter basin of accomodating folding, including floor, two first side plates, two second side plates, corner reinforcing flaps and bending plate, first side plate is fixedly connected in the both sides of floor along the length direction of floor, and the junction of floor and first side plate is provided with second folding line, second side plate is fixedly connected in the both sides of floor along the width direction of floor, and the junction of floor and second side plate is provided with third folding line, corner reinforcing flap sets up in the junction corner of floor and every first side plate, second side plate, and bending plate is fixedly connected in the upper end of second side plate, and a plurality of first locking parts are fixedly connected on the bending plate, and the second locking part that is matched with first locking part is all seted up on second side plate and corner reinforcing flap.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cat litter box technology, specifically a foldable cat litter box. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing number of pet cats, their quality of life is receiving more and more attention. Providing them with a comfortable litter box environment is crucial while protecting their health. Existing litter box designs are mostly fixed structures, making them difficult to fold or disassemble, which causes considerable inconvenience in terms of portability. Especially when taking cats on long trips, the fixed size and structure of traditional litter boxes make carrying and transporting them extremely difficult, increasing the burden on pet owners. More importantly, fixed litter boxes don't provide a comfortable environment for cats to use the litter box at all times, which can easily affect their habits and health. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable cat litter box to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: This utility model provides a foldable cat litter box, including a floor, two first side panels, two second side panels, corner reinforcing fins, and a bending plate. The first side panels are fixedly connected to both sides of the floor along its length. A second folding line is provided at the connection between the floor and the first side panels. The second side panels are fixedly connected to both sides of the floor along its width. A third folding line is provided at the connection between the floor and the second side panels. The corner reinforcing fins are located at the corners where the floor meets each of the first and second side panels. After being folded in half, the corner reinforcing fins contact the second side panels. The bending plate is fixedly connected to the upper end of the second side panels. Multiple first locking parts are fixedly connected to the bending plate. Second locking parts matching the first locking parts are provided on both the second side panels and the corner reinforcing fins.

[0005] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, the corner reinforcing wing includes a first triangular wing and a second triangular wing, the second triangular wing and the first triangular wing are integrally formed, and a second locking hole is provided between the first triangular wing and the second triangular wing.

[0006] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, one end face of the second triangular wing is fixedly connected to the first side plate, a fourth fold line is provided between the second triangular wing and the first side plate, and the second locking part includes a second locking hole opened on the second triangular wing.

[0007] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the second locking part includes a first lock hole formed on the second side plate.

[0008] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the first locking part includes a first locking tongue and a second locking tongue fixedly connected to the bending plate, the second locking tongue and the first locking hole being matched, and the first locking tongue and the second locking hole being matched.

[0009] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, one end face of the first triangular wing is fixedly connected to the second side plate, and a fifth fold line is provided between the second side plate and the first triangular wing.

[0010] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a reinforcing mechanism is provided on both the first side plate and the second side plate.

[0011] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the reinforcing mechanism includes a transverse reinforcing rib, which is fixedly connected to the upper end of the first side plate, and the upper end surface of the transverse reinforcing rib is rounded.

[0012] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the reinforcing mechanism includes a plurality of vertical reinforcing ribs, which are respectively vertically arranged on a first side plate and a second side plate, and the reinforcing mechanism on the first side plate is in contact with the vertical reinforcing ribs.

[0013] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a suction cup is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the floor, and a thickened plate matching the suction cup is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the floor.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: it realizes the convenient portability of cat litter boxes, greatly reduces the size of cat litter boxes compared with traditional cat litter boxes, and has a simple and practical folding structure. At the same time, it greatly reduces the burden of pet owners when traveling, and can provide cats with a safe toilet environment at any time, which is conducive to the cat's living habits and health. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of a foldable cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of a collapsible cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of a collapsible cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of a collapsible cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of a collapsible cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 .

[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Floor; 2. First side panel; 3. Second side panel; 301. First lock hole; 4. Corner reinforcing wing; 401. First triangular wing; 402. Second triangular wing; 4021. Second lock hole; 5. First fold line; 6. Bending plate; 7. First locking tongue; 8. Second locking tongue; 9. Reinforcing mechanism; 10. Vertical reinforcing rib; 11. Horizontal reinforcing rib; 12. Suction cup; 13. Thickened plate. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0019] Example 1: like Figures 1-3 As shown, a foldable cat litter box according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a floor 1, a first side panel 2, and a second side panel 3, with two of each. The first side panel 2 is fixedly connected to both sides of the floor 1 along its length, and the second side panel 3 is fixedly connected to both sides of the floor 1 along its width. The length of the first side panel 2 is equal to the length of the floor 1, and the length of the second side panel 3 is equal to the width of the floor 1.

[0020] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a second fold line is provided at the connection between floor 1 and the first side panel 2, and a third fold line is provided at the connection between floor 1 and the second side panel 3. Through the second fold line and the third fold line, floor 1, the first side panel 2 and the second side panel 3 are folded to form a box with an opening at the top.

[0021] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a corner reinforcing wing 4 is provided between adjacent first side panels 2 and second side panels 3. That is, the corner reinforcing wing 4 is located at the corner where the floor 1 meets each first side panel 2 and second side panel 3. The corner is the corner area formed by the convergence of the edges of multiple components. The corner reinforcing wing 4 is integrally formed from a second triangular wing 402 and a first triangular wing 401. All four sides of the corner reinforcing wing 4 are equal, and the side length of the corner reinforcing wing 4 is equal to the width of the second side panel 3, and the width of the second side panel 3 is equal to the width of the first side panel 2.

[0022] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a first folding line 5 is provided between the first triangular wing 401 and the second triangular wing 402. One end face of the second triangular wing 402 is fixedly connected to the first side plate 2, and one end face of the first triangular wing 401 is fixedly connected to the second side plate 3. The corner reinforcing wing 4 is also fixedly connected to the floor 1.

[0023] Among them, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, a fifth folding line is provided between the second side plate 3 and the first delta wing 401, and a fourth folding line is provided between the second delta wing 402 and the first side plate 2.

[0024] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a bent plate 6 is fixedly connected to the second side plate 3, a fifth fold line is provided between the second side plate 3 and the bent plate 6, a first locking part is fixedly connected to the bent plate 6, and a second locking part matching the first locking part is fixedly connected to the second side plate 3 and the corner reinforcing wing 4.

[0025] During folding, the first side panel 2 and the second side panel 3 are folded upwards, making the angle between the floor 1 and the first side panel 2, and between the floor 1 and the first side panel 2, a right angle. At this time, the corner reinforcing wing 4, due to the presence of the first fold line 5, is folded along the outside of the formed box through the first fold line 5, forming an outwardly protruding triangular part. The triangular part is folded towards one end of the second side panel 3, so that the triangular part contacts the second side panel 3, and then the bending plate 6 is folded outwards. The bending plate 6 is folded outwards through the fifth fold line, pressing down the triangular part, and then the box body is fixed by the first locking part and the second locking part.

[0026] After being assembled in three dimensions, the triangular section acts as a core component, similar to a corner brace or rib in architecture or engineering. It transforms a simple, easily twisted corner connection into a stable three-dimensional structure, greatly enhancing the rigidity and compressive strength of the box corners. This effectively resists the inward or outward squeezing forces generated when cats use the litter box, preventing the box from collapsing due to being stepped on.

[0027] like Figures 1-3As shown, the first locking part includes a first locking tongue 7 and a second locking tongue 8 fixedly connected to the second locking tongue 8. The second locking part includes a first locking hole 301 opened on the second side plate 3 and a second locking hole 4021 opened on the second triangular wing 402. The second locking hole 4021 and the first locking tongue 7 are connected and fixed, and the first locking hole 301 and the second locking tongue 8 are connected and fixed.

[0028] The folded plate 6 folds outward along the fifth fold line, and its function goes far beyond simple coverage. When it folds and presses down, it effectively transfers force to the triangular part using the lever principle, pressing it firmly against the second side plate 3. This design ensures that the locking force acts directly on the core area that needs reinforcement, namely the triangular part, rather than being dispersed in other areas of the panel, resulting in extremely high locking efficiency.

[0029] Of course, the method of fixing the first locking part and the second locking part is not limited to the illustrated embodiment. Conventional methods in the art, such as adhesive bonding and snap fastener connection, can also be used. As long as it can achieve effective locking after the box is assembled in three dimensions, preventing it from falling apart, it is acceptable.

[0030] Example 2: In practical use, it was found that some cats like to stand on the first side panel 2 or the second side panel 3, adopting a slightly upright posture, when using the litter box. Therefore, to enhance the strength of the foldable litter box, this embodiment adopts the following solution: like Figure 4 As shown, both the first side plate 2 and the second side plate 3 are equipped with a reinforcing mechanism 9. The reinforcing mechanism 9 is mainly used to improve the cat litter box's resistance to deformation when holding cat litter, and to reduce the possibility of deformation when the cat steps on it.

[0031] like Figure 4 As shown, the reinforcing mechanism 9 includes multiple vertical reinforcing ribs 10, which are evenly and vertically arranged on the first side plate 2 and the second side plate 3. The shape of the vertical reinforcing ribs 10 varies depending on the material used in the litter box. For example, when corrugated cardboard is used, the vertical reinforcing ribs 10 are formed by molding into protrusions; when plastic sheeting is used, the vertical reinforcing ribs 10 are integrally molded into raised strips.

[0032] like Figure 4 As shown, the reinforcing mechanism 9 also includes a transverse reinforcing rib 11, which is fixedly connected to the upper end of the first side plate 2. The vertical reinforcing rib 10 and the transverse reinforcing rib 11 are fixedly connected or integrally formed. The reinforcing mechanism 9 and the vertical reinforcing rib 10 can increase the moment of inertia of the first side plate 2 and improve the overall resistance to deformation. This is suitable for the load-bearing and bending resistance of the first side plate 2 in the cat litter box scenario, and effectively solves the structural stress problem when holding cat litter or when cats step on it.

[0033] A transverse reinforcing rib 11 can also be provided on the second side plate 3. However, since there is a bent plate 6 on the second side plate 3, the bent plate 6 can replace the transverse reinforcing rib 11 after bending. In order to save costs, the transverse reinforcing rib 11 can be omitted from the second side plate 3.

[0034] It is worth noting that the upper end of the transverse reinforcing rib 11 is rounded, which can reduce the impact of sharp edges on the cat's feet.

[0035] Example 3: When there is little cat litter, the litter box may shift when the cat enters or exits, especially on smooth surfaces. To address this issue, such as... Figure 5 As shown, a suction cup 12 is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the floor 1, and a thickened plate 13 matching the suction cup 12 is also fixedly connected to the lower end face of the floor 1. The suction cup 12 can adhere to a smooth surface. Due to the structural characteristics of the suction cup 12, a gap will be formed between the surface and the lower end face of the floor 1 when it adheres to the surface. If the floor 1 is made of paper, this gap can easily cause it to be damaged due to uneven force or scratches. The thickened plate 13 is used to seal this gap, preventing damage to the floor 1 and ensuring structural stability.

[0036] Obviously, the above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model. Thus, if these modifications and variations of this utility model fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, then this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A foldable and retractable cat litter box, characterized in that, include: Floor (1); Two first side panels (2) are fixedly connected to both sides of the floor (1) along the length direction of the floor (1), and a second fold line is provided at the connection between the floor (1) and the first side panels (2); Two second side plates (3) are fixedly connected to both sides of the floor (1) along the width direction of the floor (1), and a third fold line is provided at the connection between the floor (1) and the second side plate (3); Corner reinforcing wing (4), the corner reinforcing wing (4) is disposed at the corner where the floor (1) meets each first side plate (2) and second side plate (3), the corner reinforcing wing (4) is folded in half and contacts the second side plate (3); A bending plate (6) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the second side plate (3). A plurality of first locking parts are fixedly connected to the bending plate (6). The second side plate (3) and the corner reinforcing wing (4) are both provided with second locking parts that match the first locking parts.

2. The collapsible cat litter box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The corner reinforcing wing (4) includes a first triangular wing (401) and a second triangular wing (402). The second triangular wing (402) and the first triangular wing (401) are integrally formed. A second locking hole (4021) is provided between the first triangular wing (401) and the second triangular wing (402).

3. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 2, characterized in that, One end face of the second triangular wing (402) is fixedly connected to the first side plate (2), and a fourth fold line is provided between the second triangular wing (402) and the first side plate (2). The second locking part includes a second locking hole (4021) opened on the second triangular wing (402).

4. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 1 or 3, characterized in that, The second locking part includes a first lock hole (301) formed on the second side plate (3).

5. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The first locking part includes a first locking tongue (7) and a second locking tongue (8) fixedly connected to the bending plate (6). The second locking tongue (8) matches the first locking hole (301), and the first locking tongue (7) matches the second locking hole (4021).

6. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 3, characterized in that, One end face of the first triangular wing (401) is fixedly connected to the second side plate (3), and a fifth fold line is provided between the second side plate (3) and the first triangular wing (401).

7. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first side plate (2) and the second side plate (3) are both provided with a reinforcing mechanism (9).

8. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The reinforcing mechanism (9) includes a transverse reinforcing rib (11), which is fixedly connected to the upper end of the first side plate (2), and the upper end face of the transverse reinforcing rib (11) is rounded.

9. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The reinforcing mechanism (9) includes multiple vertical reinforcing ribs (10), which are vertically arranged on the first side plate (2) and the second side plate (3), respectively. The reinforcing mechanism (9) on the first side plate (2) is in contact with the vertical reinforcing ribs (10).

10. A foldable cat litter box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end face of the floor (1) is fixedly connected to a suction cup (12), and the lower end face of the floor (1) is fixedly connected to a thickened plate (13) that matches the suction cup (12).

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