Magnetic modular pet tunnel

Abstract

This invention provides a magnetic modular pet tunnel, comprising: a connecting module and at least two tunnel modules. The connecting module has at least two connecting ports on its side. Magnetic components are provided on the connecting ports and at least one end face of the tunnel modules. The tunnel modules are detachably connected to the connecting module via the magnetic components. The magnetic components include several magnetic elements with alternating magnetic poles. Based on this magnetic modular pet tunnel, the use of magnetic components to connect the tunnel modules and the connecting modules enables rapid disassembly and connection between the tunnel and the connecting modules, greatly improving user convenience and user experience. It also overcomes the shortcomings of existing connection methods, such as the need for zipper alignment, zipper injury to pets, Velcro failure due to pet hair, and hard plastic parts causing injury to pets.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet supplies technology, specifically to a magnetic modular pet tunnel. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the most common pet tunnels on the market mainly use the following connection methods: Zipper connections are used to connect different tunnel modules at the end; button or strap connections are used to secure the modules with fabric buttons or Velcro straps; and simple interlocking connections are made by using rigid plastic rings for knotting.

[0003] However, the connection methods described above also have their own drawbacks. For example, Zipper connections are cumbersome to operate, requiring the zipper head to be aligned and the zipper to be fully closed each time. They may also pinch and injure the cat while it is playing. In addition, zippers are easily damaged by frequent zipping and closing. Buttons or straps are difficult to fasten and are not secure enough to come loose easily. In addition, the Velcro part can easily stick to pet hair, causing the Velcro to malfunction. Rigid connectors are not suitable for soft tunnels and are inconvenient to operate. The high hardness of the connector can easily injure pets. In addition, the connection form of rigid tunnels is relatively fixed, and the method of selection is flexible and varied.

[0004] Furthermore, the aforementioned connection methods all suffer from problems such as poor ease of operation, clunky connection experience, limited combination options, and potential security risks. The root cause lies in the fact that traditional connection methods have failed to adequately address the three core challenges of "quick alignment," "flexible combination," and "safety and user-friendliness" when connecting flexible materials. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the technical problems in the connection of the aforementioned pet tunnels, this utility model provides a magnetic modular pet tunnel.

[0006] This utility model provides a magnetic modular pet tunnel, which includes a connecting module and at least two tunnel modules. The connecting module has at least two connecting ports on its side. Magnetic components are provided on the connecting ports and on at least one end face of the tunnel modules. The tunnel modules are detachably connected to the connecting module through the magnetic components. The magnetic components include several magnetic elements with alternating magnetic poles.

[0007] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following features: the tunnel module is a flexible and foldable tunnel, and magnetic components are provided on both outer end faces of the tunnel.

[0008] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: the tunnel modules are detachably connected by magnetic components.

[0009] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following features: the connecting module is a cube structure, and the four sides of the cube structure are provided with connecting openings.

[0010] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following features: the connecting module is made of flexible material and the connecting module is provided with fold lines so that the connecting module can be folded along the fold lines.

[0011] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: a sealing sleeve is provided outside the magnetic component, which is wrapped around the magnetic component by stitching, hot pressing or adhesive bonding.

[0012] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: the magnetic components are circumferentially distributed on the connecting opening and the end face of the tunnel body in an alternating manner of magnetic poles.

[0013] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: the magnetic modular pet tunnel also includes a cover plate, which is detachably connected to the connecting opening.

[0014] The magnetic modular pet tunnel provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: a magnetic component or iron ring is provided on the cover plate.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The magnetic modular pet tunnel of this invention includes a connecting module and at least two tunnel modules. The connecting module has at least two connecting ports on its side, and a magnetic suction assembly is provided on the end face of one end of each connecting port and one end of the tunnel module. The magnetic suction assembly includes several magnetic elements with alternating magnetic poles. The tunnel modules are detachably connected to different connecting ports on the connecting module via the magnetic suction assembly.

[0016] Based on this magnetic modular pet tunnel, the tunnel module and the connecting module are connected by magnetic components, which enables quick disassembly and connection between the tunnel and the connecting module, greatly improving the convenience of user operation and user experience.

[0017] In addition, this magnetic connection method can overcome a series of shortcomings of existing connection methods, such as the need to align the zipper, the zipper pinching the pet, the Velcro failing due to pet hair, and hard plastic parts hurting the pet.

[0018] Furthermore, the magnetic component consists of several magnetically attached elements with alternating magnetic poles. These multiple magnetic elements ensure the connection strength between the tunnel module and the connecting module, and can withstand the impact force when a pet plays inside the tunnel. Simultaneously, the alternating magnetic pole arrangement allows for quick connection when docking the tunnel module and the connecting module, resulting in a short connection process and simple operation.

[0019] In addition, there are connection ports on all four sides of the connecting module, and the tunnel modules can also be connected by magnetic components, which increases the connection mode of the entire pet tunnel, provides more connection possibilities and tunnel length, and adds fun to the pet tunnel and playability of the product.

[0020] Furthermore, the connecting module is made of a flexible material and features fold lines, allowing it to fold along these lines. When not in use, the cube-shaped connecting module can be folded into a flat shape, reducing the space occupied by the pet tunnel.

[0021] In addition, the pet tunnel also includes a cover that can close the openings, further increasing the diversity of tunnel connectivity and providing users with tools to interact with their pets inside the tunnel.

[0022] Furthermore, the magnetic assemblies are encapsulated with a protective sleeve that wraps around them, protecting the magnetic components from corrosion by air and extending their lifespan. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the magnetic modular pet tunnel in this embodiment; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connectivity module in this embodiment; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the folded connected module in this embodiment; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of the connecting module in this embodiment; Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the connecting module and the cover plate in this embodiment; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the tunnel body in this embodiment; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the magnetic suction component in this embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0025] The magnetic modular pet tunnel in this embodiment is an assembly-type pet tunnel that can be assembled into various shapes according to user needs for pets to play in.

[0026] like Figures 1-7 As shown, in this embodiment, the magnetic modular pet tunnel includes a connecting module 10, several tunnel modules 20, and a cover plate 30.

[0027] The connecting module 10 is a cube with a side length of 45cm. This cube is made of a frame 11 and a flexible fabric 12. The frame 11 is disposed on the four sides of the connecting module 10, forming a support frame for the connecting module 10, and a connecting opening 13 is formed at the center of each of the four sides. This connecting opening 13 is a circular opening with a diameter of 30cm. The flexible fabric 12 wraps around the frame, forming a hollow space with the connecting openings 13 on the four sides. In this embodiment, the flexible fabric 12 is made of wear-resistant nylon.

[0028] In addition, the abrasion-resistant nylon fabric has fold lines, and the connecting module 10 can be folded along these fold lines. For example... Figure 3 , 4 As shown, when unfolded, the connecting module 10 is a cube structure with a certain internal space. During the folding process, pinch the skeleton part of the connecting module 10, then fold it according to the fold lines on the fabric, and finally fold the connecting module 10 into... Figure 4 The flat panel design in the design can greatly reduce the space occupied by the connecting module 10 when it is not in use.

[0029] The tunnel body 20 is a flexible, foldable tunnel made of wear-resistant nylon fabric, capable of being folded and unfolded with a single click. When unfolded, the tunnel body 20 has a diameter of 30cm and a length of 50cm. Additionally, the tunnel body 20 has a window 21 for easy observation of the pet playing inside. Furthermore, based on the characteristics of the fabric material, the tunnel body 20 includes both a straight cylindrical tunnel body and an S-shaped tunnel body.

[0030] The cover plate 30 is made of nylon cloth wrapped around cardboard. The area of ​​the cover plate 30 corresponds to the area of ​​the connecting opening 13, and it can cover the opening of the connecting opening 13. In this embodiment, as... Figure 5As shown, two N35 grade, 12mm diameter, and 3mm thick magnetic suction components 41 are symmetrically arranged on the cover plate 30. The cover plate 30 is detachably connected to the connection port 13 through the magnetic suction components 41 and the magnetic suction assembly on the connection port 13. In other embodiments, to save costs or for other production needs, iron wire can be used instead of magnetic suction components. The iron wire is wrapped around the outer edge of the cardboard, and then nylon cloth is wrapped around the iron wire. The magnetic suction force of the magnetic suction assembly on the iron wire is used to achieve a detachable connection between the cover plate 30 and the connection port 13.

[0031] In addition, encapsulation sleeves are provided on the outer edge of the connecting port 13 and the end faces of both ends of the tunnel body 20. These encapsulation sleeves are wrapped around the aforementioned components by stitching, heat pressing, or adhesive bonding. In this embodiment, the encapsulation sleeves are stitched around the outer edge of the connecting port 13 and the outer end faces of both ends of the tunnel body 20, forming internal spaces between the encapsulation sleeves and the outer edges of the connecting port 13 and the outer end faces of both ends of the tunnel body 20. After the encapsulation sleeves are connected, the internal spaces are divided into several small installation spaces by stitching.

[0032] The magnetic absorbing assembly 40 includes several magnetic components 41. These magnetic components 41 are inserted into a small installation space within the encapsulation sleeve in an alternating magnetic pole arrangement, allowing the encapsulation sleeve to cover the magnetic components before sealing the installation space. The alternating magnetic pole distribution is as follows: N pole, S pole, N pole... S pole, N pole, S pole, alternating on the outer periphery of the connecting opening 13 and the outer end faces of both ends of the tunnel body 10. Additionally, a magnetic absorbing assembly and an encapsulation sleeve are also provided on one side of the cover plate 30.

[0033] In this embodiment, 12 magnetic attractors are provided on the connecting port 13 and the tunnel body 10. The magnetic attractor 41 is a neodymium iron boron magnet of N35 grade, with a diameter of 12mm and a thickness of 3mm.

[0034] The connection process for this magnetic modular pet tunnel is as follows: Bring the outer end of the tunnel module 20 close to any of the connecting ports 13 on the connecting module 10, and connect the tunnel module 20 and the connecting module 10 together through the automatic adsorption of the magnetic component 40.

[0035] Additionally, to increase the connectivity possibilities of the pet tunnel, another tunnel module 20 can be connected to the end face of tunnel module 20 away from the connection port 13 via a magnetic attachment 40, thereby increasing the length of the tunnel module 20. When extending the tunnel modules 20 by connecting them, simply bring the end faces of the two tunnel modules 20 close together. When the orientation is correct, the opposite poles of the magnetic attachment 41 attract each other, generating a strong attraction that firmly connects the two tunnel modules 20. If the orientation is incorrect, the user will clearly feel a repulsive force; simply rotate one of the tunnel modules 20 gently until the attraction is felt, and it will automatically align and engage.

[0036] Furthermore, when the multi-port tunnel module 20 is not needed, the connecting port 13 can be sealed off using a cover plate 30.

[0037] The storage process of this magnetic modular pet tunnel is as follows: Separate all tunnel modules 20 from the connecting module 10, then press down on the skeleton part of the connecting module 10 by hand and fold it along the folding line. Similarly, fold each tunnel module 10 into a flat structure. After folding, each tunnel module 20 and connecting module 10 is a flat structure.

[0038] Based on the aforementioned magnetic modular pet tunnel structure and its storage and connection process, this magnetic modular pet tunnel achieves "error prevention" and "self-alignment" when connecting tunnel modules and connecting modules, eliminating the need for precise visual alignment and providing a smooth experience. The connection and disassembly process takes only 1-2 seconds, improving efficiency by over 90%. The flexibility of module combination is greatly enhanced, offering strong scalability.

[0039] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model are included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A magnetic modular pet tunnel, characterized in that, include: Connectivity module, and at least two tunnel modules, The connecting module has at least two connecting ports on its side. A magnetic attraction component is provided on the connection port and on at least one end face of the tunnel module. The tunnel module is detachably connected to the communication module via the magnetic attachment component. The magnetic attraction assembly includes several magnetic attracting elements with alternating magnetic poles.

2. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tunnel module is a flexible, foldable tunnel, and magnetic suction components are provided on both outer end faces of the tunnel.

3. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 2, characterized in that: The tunnel modules are detachably connected to each other via the magnetic assemblies.

4. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting module is a cube structure, and each of the four sides of the cube structure has a connecting port.

5. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting module is made of a flexible material and has fold lines so that the connecting module can be folded along the fold lines.

6. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic component is also covered by a sealing sleeve, which is wrapped around the magnetic component by means of sewing, heat pressing or adhesive bonding.

7. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic attractors are circumferentially distributed on the connecting opening and the end face of the tunnel body in an alternating magnetic pole manner.

8. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic modular pet tunnel also includes a cover plate, which is detachably connected to the connecting port.

9. The magnetic modular pet tunnel according to claim 8, characterized in that: The cover plate is equipped with a magnetic suction component or an iron ring.

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