A foldable divider assembly and an animal transport crate

Abstract

The application relates to a foldable partition plate assembly, which comprises at least one first partition plate and at least one second partition plate, the first partition plate comprises at least one first mounting part, the second partition plate comprises at least one second mounting part, the first mounting part comprises a first slot and a first connecting position, and the second mounting part comprises a second slot and a second connecting position. In use, the first connecting position rotates inside the second slot, the second connecting position rotates inside the first slot, the included angle between the first partition plate and the second partition plate is changed by rotating the first partition plate and the second partition plate, a plurality of compartments are formed between the first partition plate and the second partition plate, the partition plate assembly is a component for fixing the compartments, a plurality of spaces for placing experimental mice are formed by rotating, meanwhile, the first partition plate and the second partition plate can be mutually attached by rotating, so that the space occupation of the partition plate assembly is reduced. The application also relates to an animal transport box.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of animal transport equipment technology, and more particularly to a foldable partition assembly and an animal transport box. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in the field of laboratory partition components, the traditional method for transporting pregnant mice or mice of different breeds in the same box is to use fixed-division galvanized sheet metal mesh boxes or fixed-division wire mesh boxes to separate pregnant mice or mice of different breeds to prevent them from biting each other or escaping.

[0003] However, tin boxes or wire mesh boxes with fixed compartments are expensive to manufacture and transport, have complex processes, occupy a large storage area, and require a large amount of disinfection space.

[0004] Therefore, how to reduce the space occupied by fixed compartment components is a technical problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a foldable divider assembly to reduce the space occupied by fixed divider components.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A foldable partition assembly includes at least one first partition and at least one second partition. The first partition includes at least one first mounting portion, and the second partition includes at least one second mounting portion. The first mounting portion and the second mounting portion correspond one-to-one. The first mounting portion includes a first slot and a first connecting position, and the second mounting portion includes a second slot and a second connecting position. The first connecting position corresponds one-to-one with the second slot, and the first connecting position can be rotatably engaged inside the second slot. The second connecting position corresponds one-to-one with the first slot, and the second connecting position can be rotatably engaged inside the first slot.

[0007] Optionally, in the above-described foldable partition assembly, the first partition and the second partition are wire mesh panels.

[0008] Optionally, in the above-described foldable partition assembly, the edge of the first partition is provided with a first border, and the edge of the second partition is provided with a second border. The first frame has a first opening for forming the first slot, and the second frame has a second opening for forming the second slot.

[0009] Optionally, the foldable partition assembly further includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector is used to close the first opening, and both ends of the first connector are respectively connected to the first frame on both sides of the first opening. The second connector is used to close the second opening, and both ends of the second connector are respectively connected to the second frame on both sides of the second opening.

[0010] Optionally, in the above-described foldable partition assembly, the edge of the first partition is provided with an extension plate, which is connected to the first frame. And / or the edge of the second partition plate is provided with an extension plate that connects to the second frame.

[0011] Optionally, the above-described foldable partition assembly further includes at least one connecting plate, the connecting plate including a first side, a second side, a third side and a fourth side connected in sequence, the first side and the fourth side being arranged opposite to each other along the extension direction of the first mounting portion, the second side being connected to the first partition and / or the second partition, and the third side being connected to the first partition and / or the second partition.

[0012] Optionally, the foldable partition assembly described above also includes a snap fastener for connecting the connecting plate to the first partition and / or the second partition.

[0013] The foldable partition assembly provided by this utility model allows the first and second partition plates to rotate around the first and second mounting parts that are engaged. The first connecting part rotates inside the second slot, and the second connecting part rotates inside the first slot. By rotating the first and second partition plates, the included angle between them is changed, resulting in multiple compartments between them. In other words, the partition assembly is a component for fixing the compartments. The rotation creates multiple spaces for placing laboratory mice. At the same time, the rotation allows the first and second partition plates to fit together, thereby reducing the space occupied by the partition assembly.

[0014] This application also provides an animal transport box, including a box body and a foldable partition assembly as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0015] Optionally, in the above-mentioned animal transport box, the box body is a cardboard box, and the inner wall of the box body is fitted with a blocking member.

[0016] Optionally, in the above-mentioned animal transport box, the barrier includes non-woven fabric and wire mesh, which are stacked and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the box.

[0017] The animal transport box provided by this utility model adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, and therefore has at least all the beneficial effects brought by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, incorporated in and forming part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application. To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example through the corresponding images in the accompanying drawings. These exemplary descriptions do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings represent similar elements. Unless otherwise stated, the figures in the drawings do not constitute a limitation on scale.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the foldable partition assembly provided in this application; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first partition plate provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second partition plate provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the foldable partition assembly provided in this application; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the animal transport box provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: First partition plate 100, first mounting part 101, first slot 102, first connecting position 103, first frame 104, first connector 105; Second partition plate 200, second mounting part 201, second slot 202, second connecting position 203, second frame 204, second connector 205; Box 300. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, 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 some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, various specific examples of processes and materials are provided in this application; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0023] For ease of description, spatial relative terms may be used in the text to describe the relative position or movement of one element or feature relative to another element or feature, as shown in the figure. These relative terms include, for example, "inside," "outside," "middle," "outer," "below," "below," "above," "front," "back," etc. Such spatial relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation, other than those depicted in the figure. For example, if the device in the figure undergoes a positional flip, orientation change, or change of motion, these directional indications will change accordingly. For instance, an element described as "below other elements or features" or "below other elements or features" will subsequently be oriented "above other elements or features" or "above other elements or features." Therefore, the example term "below" can include both upper and lower orientations. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or in other directions), and the spatial relative descriptors used in the text will be interpreted accordingly.

[0024] See Figures 1-3This application provides a foldable partition assembly, including at least one first partition 100 and at least one second partition 200. The first partition 100 includes at least one first mounting portion 101, and the second partition 200 includes at least one second mounting portion 201. The first mounting portion 101 and the second mounting portion 201 correspond one-to-one. The first mounting portion 101 includes a first slot 102 and a first connecting position 103. The second mounting portion 201 includes a second slot 202 and a second connecting position 203. The first connecting position 103 corresponds one-to-one with the second slot 202, and the first connecting position 103 is rotatably engaged inside the second slot 202. The second connecting position 203 corresponds one-to-one with the first slot 102, and the second connecting position 203 is rotatably engaged inside the first slot 102.

[0025] Specifically, the first mounting part 101 and the second mounting part 201 realize a rotatable connection between the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200, so that the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 can be divided into multiple independent spaces when in use, and can be folded by rotation to reduce the space occupied when not in use.

[0026] Specifically, the size of the first slot 102 and the second slot 202 can be adjusted according to the thickness of the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200, so as to ensure the structural strength while allowing the first connecting position 103 to rotate freely inside the second slot 202 and the second connecting position 203 to rotate freely inside the first slot 102.

[0027] Specifically, the length, width, and height of the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 are adapted to the dimensions of the box 300 described below, so as to ensure that when the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 are at a preset angle, the edges of the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 are just engaged with the inner wall of the box 300 described below.

[0028] Furthermore, the depth of the first slot 102 is greater than the length of the first connecting position 103, and the depth of the second slot 202 is greater than the length of the second connecting position 203, to maintain stability during insertion and rotation. The width of the first slot 102 is adapted to the thickness of the first partition plate 100, and the width of the second slot 202 is adapted to the thickness of the second partition plate 200, so that the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 can approach each other until they fit together.

[0029] The foldable partition assembly provided by this utility model allows the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 to rotate around the first mounting part 101 and the second mounting part 201 that are engaged with each other. The first connecting part 103 rotates inside the second slot 202, and the second connecting part 203 rotates inside the first slot 102. By rotating the first partition 100 and the second partition 200, the included angle between the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 is changed, so that multiple compartments are formed between the first partition 100 and the second partition 200. That is, the partition assembly is a component used to fix the compartments. By rotating, multiple spaces for placing laboratory mice are formed. At the same time, by rotating, the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 can be made to fit together, thereby reducing the space occupied by the partition assembly.

[0030] It should be noted that the preset angle can vary depending on the size of the box 300. For example, when the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 are the same size, they form a 90° angle and can be placed inside a square box 300. When the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 are the same size, they form an angle of 5 to 85° and can be placed inside a rectangular box 300. In this embodiment, the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 can be divided to form four spaces for placing laboratory mice.

[0031] It should be noted that, depending on the size of the box 300 described below, in addition to the preset angle being variable, the number of partitions can also be varied. For example, when the size of the first partition 100 is larger than the size of the second partition 200, one first partition 100 and two second partitions 200 can be provided, and the first partition 100 includes two first mounting parts 101, and each of the second partitions 200 includes one second mounting part 201. In this embodiment, the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 can be divided to form six spaces for placing laboratory mice.

[0032] To optimize the above technical solution, the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 are wire mesh plates.

[0033] Specifically, wire mesh panels offer good ventilation and visibility, while also possessing a certain level of mechanical strength, making them suitable for reuse and disinfection.

[0034] When using it, wire mesh of different grid diameters can be used to accommodate laboratory mice of different sizes. The surface can also be coated (such as galvanizing or powder coating) to enhance corrosion resistance.

[0035] It should be noted that in the existing technology, in addition to the inner wire box, an outer box is also required, which results in the need for two boxes to transport the experimental mice. This application designs the inner wire box as a foldable wire mesh board, thereby reducing the space occupied by the partition board assembly while reducing the cost of the entire inner box.

[0036] To optimize the above technical solution, the edge of the first partition plate 100 is provided with a first frame 104, and the edge of the second partition plate 200 is provided with a second frame 204. The first frame 104 is provided with a first opening for opening a first slot 102, and the second frame 204 is provided with a second opening for opening a second slot 202.

[0037] Specifically, the first frame 104 and the second frame 204 are used to enhance the overall structural strength. When the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 are at a preset angle, the first frame 104 and the second frame 204 abut against the inner wall of the box 300 described below.

[0038] Specifically, the opening is used for positioning and installing the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200, and can also ensure the accuracy and consistency of the slot position.

[0039] To optimize the above technical solution, the foldable partition assembly further includes a first connector 105 and a second connector 205. The first connector 105 is used to close the first opening, and the two ends of the first connector 105 are respectively connected to the first frame 104 on both sides of the first opening. The second connector 205 is used to close the second opening, and the two ends of the second connector 205 are respectively connected to the second frame 204 on both sides of the second opening.

[0040] Specifically, it is preferred that the first connector 105 is welded to the first frame 104, and the second connector 205 is welded to the second frame 204.

[0041] Specifically, the first connector 105 and the second connector 205 are used to enhance the snap-fit ​​stability and safety of the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200.

[0042] In use, first snap the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 together, ensuring that the first connecting position 103 can be rotatably snapped into the inside of the second slot 202, and the second connecting position 203 can be rotatably snapped into the inside of the first slot 102. Then, the connector spans both sides of the opening and is fixed by means of buckles, welding, or bolts to form a closed structure. This arrangement can avoid the decrease in strength caused by the opening, and also prevent the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 from separating from each other when rotated again, thus facilitating the storage and unfolding of the partition plate assembly.

[0043] To optimize the above technical solution, the edge of the first partition plate 100 is provided with an extension plate, which is connected to the first frame 104, and / or the edge of the second partition plate 200 is provided with an extension plate, which is connected to the second frame 204.

[0044] Specifically, when there are many sizes of boxes, multiple sizes of first partitions 100 and second partitions 200 need to be set. In order to improve the versatility of the first partitions 100 and second partitions 200, extension plates can be added to the first partitions 100 and second partitions 200. The extension plates are vertical extensions and are connected to the first partitions 100 or second partitions 200 by folding, welding, screwing or plugging, thereby extending the length of the first partitions 100 or second partitions 200. This is suitable for boxes 300 of various sizes. At the same time, it is preferable that the extension plates are detachably connected to the first partitions 100 or second partitions 200 to facilitate the replacement of extension plates of different lengths. Even without removing the extension plates, the extension plates can be folded and stored with the first partitions 100 or second partitions 200, so as to improve the versatility of the partition components without affecting the overall function of the partition components.

[0045] To optimize the above technical solution, the foldable partition assembly further includes at least one connecting plate. The connecting plate includes a first side, a second side, a third side, and a fourth side connected in sequence. The first side and the fourth side are arranged opposite to each other along the extension direction of the first mounting portion 101. The second side is connected to the first partition 100 and / or the second partition 200, and the third side is connected to the first partition 100 and / or the second partition 200.

[0046] Specifically, the connecting plate is used to enclose reinforced spaces within the existing multiple compartments.

[0047] For example, when the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 are the same size, and the first partition 100 and the second partition 200 form a 90° angle, and are placed inside the square box 300 to form four triangular spaces, if a connecting plate is provided, with the first side abutting the top of the box 300, the fourth side abutting the bottom of the box 300, the second side connecting to the first partition 100, and the third side connecting to the second partition 200, then a three-sided triangular prism structure is formed. This structure is the aforementioned reinforced space. Adult mice can be placed inside the reinforced space, and baby mice can be placed in the other three triangular spaces.

[0048] It should be noted that the enclosure 300 itself has an enclosing function. Given the greater destructive power of adult mice, additional connecting plates can be installed to ensure the structural strength of the partition plate assembly.

[0049] For example, when the size of the first partition plate 100 is larger than the size of the second partition plate 200, one first partition plate 100 and two second partition plates 200 can be set up. The first partition plate 100 includes two first mounting parts 101, and each of the second partition plates 200 includes a second mounting part 201. The first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 can be divided to form 6 spaces for placing laboratory mice. The operator can change the setting position of the connecting plate and the connection relationship with the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200 as needed, thereby forming one or more reinforced spaces.

[0050] The placement and connection relationships of the connecting plates can be freely changed to meet the requirements of various practical applications, which will not be elaborated here.

[0051] To optimize the above technical solution, the foldable partition assembly also includes a snap fastener for connecting the connecting plate to the first partition 100 and / or the second partition 200.

[0052] Specifically, the buckle is used to connect the connecting plate to the first partition plate 100 and / or the second partition plate 200, so as to realize the detachable connection between the connecting plate and the first partition plate 100 and / or the second partition plate 200, thereby meeting various installation and storage requirements of the partition plate assembly.

[0053] Specifically, the buckle can be a rigid structure or it can lock and release through elastic deformation, making it suitable for scenarios involving frequent disassembly and assembly.

[0054] Secondly, embodiments of this application also provide an animal transport box, including a box body 300 and a foldable partition assembly as described above.

[0055] Specifically, there are no restrictions on the overall material of the animal transport box; it can be a metal box, cardboard box, etc.

[0056] Furthermore, when the animal transport box is a cardboard box, the interior of the box body 300 is additionally provided with a top plate and a bottom plate. The top plate near the top of the box body 300 covers the top of the partition assembly, and the bottom plate near the bottom of the box body 300 pads the bottom of the partition assembly. The top plate and the bottom plate are provided with the following blocking members on the side near the partition assembly.

[0057] To optimize the above technical solution, the box 300 is a cardboard box, and the inner wall of the box 300 is fitted with a blocking component.

[0058] Specifically, the blocking component can be fixedly connected to the inner wall of the box 300 by means of nails or other components, and the blocking component, together with the first partition plate 100 and the second partition plate 200, forms multiple independent spaces for accommodating experimental mice.

[0059] When storage is needed, the divider assembly can be pulled out of the box 300 for independent storage, and the cardboard box can be folded for storage, thereby further reducing the space occupied in the warehouse.

[0060] To optimize the above technical solution, the blocking component includes non-woven fabric and wire mesh, which are stacked and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the box 300.

[0061] Specifically, the box 300 has windows in its walls, and non-woven fabric and wire mesh are stacked and fixed to the inner wall of the box 300. This can strengthen the structural strength of the box 300 and prevent the experimental mice from escaping through the windows.

[0062] It should be noted that operators can selectively and flexibly set the type and location of the barriers based on the material of the chamber 300, whether the chamber walls have windows, and the type and size of the laboratory mice. This will not be elaborated further in this article.

[0063] See Figure 5 In some embodiments, the animal transport box is a cuboid box 300 (the figure shows a portion of the box 300). The interior of the box 300 includes a foldable partition assembly, which includes two first partitions 100 (long boards) and two second partitions 200 (short boards). Each first partition 100 is provided with two first mounting parts 101, and each second partition 200 is provided with two second mounting parts 201. The first mounting parts 101 and the second mounting parts 201 correspond one-to-one and are inserted into each other. A first connector 105 is connected to a first frame 104 to close a first opening, and a second connector 205 is connected to a second frame 204 to close a second opening. The included angle between the first partitions 100 and the second partitions 200 is 90°, and the edges of the first partitions 100 and the second partitions 200 abut against the box 300, dividing the interior space of the box 300 into nine spaces for accommodating laboratory mice. When it needs to be folded, simply fold the first partition 100 and the second partition 200. The first connector 105 can limit the rotation of the first mounting part 101, and the second connector 205 can limit the rotation of the second mounting part 201, preventing engagement failure and forming... Figure 4 The partition assembly shown has a folded structure.

[0064] The specific structure of the foldable partition assembly is as described in the above embodiments. Since this animal transport box adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0065] It should be noted that the foldable partition assembly and animal transport box provided by this utility model can be used in the field of animal transport equipment technology or other fields. Other fields refer to any field other than the field of animal transport equipment technology. The above are merely examples and do not limit the application areas of the foldable partition assembly and animal transport box provided by this utility model.

[0066] It should be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular exemplary embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “described” as used herein may also include the plural forms. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “containing,” and “having” are inclusive and therefore indicate the presence of the stated features, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein are not construed as requiring them to be performed in a particular order described or illustrated unless the order of performance is explicitly indicated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.

[0067] Although terms such as first, second, third, etc., may be used in this document to describe multiple elements, components, regions, layers, and / or segments, these elements, components, regions, layers, and / or segments should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be used only to distinguish one element, component, region, layer, or segment from another. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, terms such as "first," "second," and other numerical terms used herein do not imply order or sequence. Therefore, the first element, component, region, layer, or segment discussed below may be referred to as the second element, component, region, layer, or segment without departing from the teachings of the exemplary embodiments.

[0068] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A foldable partition assembly comprising: It includes at least one first partition plate and at least one second partition plate. The first partition plate includes at least one first mounting portion, and the second partition plate includes at least one second mounting portion. The first mounting portion and the second mounting portion correspond one-to-one. The first mounting portion includes a first slot and a first connecting position, and the second mounting portion includes a second slot and a second connecting position. The first connecting position corresponds one-to-one with the second slot, and the first connecting position can be rotatably engaged inside the second slot. The second connecting position corresponds one-to-one with the first slot, and the second connecting position can be rotatably engaged inside the first slot.

2. The foldable partition assembly of claim 1, wherein, The first partition plate and the second partition plate are wire mesh plates.

3. The foldable partition assembly of claim 1, wherein, The first partition plate has a first border edge, and the second partition plate has a second border edge. The first frame has a first opening for forming the first slot, and the second frame has a second opening for forming the second slot.

4. The foldable partition assembly of claim 3, wherein, It also includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector is used to close the first opening, and the two ends of the first connector are respectively connected to the first frame on both sides of the first opening. The second connector is used to close the second opening, and the two ends of the second connector are respectively connected to the second frame on both sides of the second opening.

5. The foldable partition assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, An extension plate is provided on the edge of the first partition plate, and the extension plate is connected to the first frame. And / or the edge of the second partition plate is provided with an extension plate that connects to the second frame.

6. The foldable partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes at least one connecting plate, the connecting plate comprising a first side, a second side, a third side and a fourth side connected in sequence, the first side and the fourth side being arranged opposite to each other along the extension direction of the first mounting portion, the second side being connected to the first partition plate and / or the second partition plate, and the third side being connected to the first partition plate and / or the second partition plate.

7. The foldable partition assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a snap fastener for connecting the connecting plate to the first partition plate and / or the second partition plate.

8. An animal transport box, characterized in that, Includes a housing and a foldable partition assembly as described in any one of claims 1-7.

9. The animal transport box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The box is a cardboard box, and the inner wall of the box is fitted with a blocking element.

10. The animal transport box according to claim 9, characterized in that, The blocking component includes non-woven fabric and wire mesh, which are stacked and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the box.

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