A folding tent

Abstract

A kind of folding tent, including center pole, center pole is arranged at the top end of folding tent, locking slot is arranged on center pole, the lower end of center pole is provided with center locking piece, center locking piece includes locking shell, locking piece, locking cavity is arranged in locking shell, locking piece is the U type or Y type elastic piece with locking opening being arranged at rear end, locking piece is slidably arranged in locking cavity, in stationary state, the side of locking opening will be inwards and embed into locking slot, locking piece is locked and fixed with center pole, when pushing locking piece backward, side will be opened to both sides, loosen center pole, when loosening locking piece, locking piece will reset.Two sides of locking piece are embedded into locking slot to limit and fix center pole, center pole is stressed on both sides, stress is uniform, and locking piece also clamps center pole, further reinforces, so that center pole is not prone to shaking, has better locking and fixing effect, and overall structure is simple.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tent technology, and specifically to a folding tent. Background Technology

[0002] Folding tents are a popular outdoor product. When not in use, the entire frame can be folded up to reduce space occupation and facilitate storage. When in use, the frame is erected and the structure is secured with fixing devices, enabling quick and convenient setup. They are widely used in outdoor activities, commercial stalls, emergency rescue and disaster relief and other scenarios.

[0003] In the prior art, some folding tents have a fixing device located at the center of the folding tent, which is used to fix the overall structure of the folding tent.

[0004] The invention with application number 2019205878612 discloses a novel center locking device for folding tents, including a limiting ring and a center rod. The limiting ring is disposed inside the locking device and has a protruding latch. The center rod is provided with a locking slot. When the locking device is moved toward the center rod, the overall structure of the folding tent will unfold, so that the latch can be inserted into the locking slot to complete the locking and fixing of the overall structure of the folding tent.

[0005] In the prior art, some locking devices are similar to those disclosed in the patent documents, all of which use limiting components such as latches to limit and fix the center rod on one side. In this type of locking device, the center rod is subjected to force on one side, making it prone to shaking and resulting in poor fixation. This leads to instability in the folding tent structure and makes it prone to shaking. In order to facilitate the locking and installation between the locking device and the center rod, the limiting component is designed as a thinner beveled structure at the front end. The front end of the limiting component is the main part that limits the center rod. Because the limiting component limits and fixes the center rod on one side, the stress on the limiting component is relatively concentrated. In order to control costs, most of the limiting components are made of plastic. After long-term use, the limiting component will age, wear and deform, and eventually lose its effect of limiting and fixing the center rod. Some existing locking devices have relatively complex structures and relatively high costs. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical issues, this patent provides a folding tent that utilizes a locking device that offers better locking performance, greater durability, and a simpler, lower-cost structure.

[0007] A folding tent includes a top cover and legs. The top cover and legs are connected by diagonal rods. A central rod is provided at the lower end of the top cover. A locking groove is provided on the central rod. A central locking member is provided below the central rod. The central locking member can move along the direction of the central rod. The central locking member is connected to the diagonal rods via a connecting rod. The central locking member includes a locking housing and a locking latch. A locking cavity is provided inside the locking housing. A central rod mounting hole is longitudinally provided at the top of the locking cavity. A mounting hole one is provided on the side wall of one end of the locking cavity, and a mounting hole two is provided on the side wall of the other end. An abutment protrusion is provided inside the locking cavity. The locking latch is a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic element with a locking opening at the rear end. The front end of the locking latch passes through the mounting hole two, and the rear end of the locking latch is located in the mounting hole one. The locking latch slides within the mounting holes one and two. The center rod passes through the center rod mounting hole and is locked and fixed with the locking clip. When stationary, the sides of the locking clip are brought together and embedded in the locking groove to lock the center rod. When the locking clip is pushed backward, the sides of the locking clip abut against the abutment, making the locking opening larger and the sides expand to both sides, thus releasing the center rod. When the locking clip is released, the locking clip will reset.

[0008] The locking clip is installed in the locking cavity through mounting hole two and mounting hole one. Moving the center locking clip upwards along the center rod will lift the diagonal rod, supporting the overall structure of the folding tent. Pushing the locking clip backwards causes its side to abut against the abutment protrusion, which pushes the side of the locking clip to both sides, enlarging the locking opening and expanding the side. At this point, move the locking slot to the locking opening and release the locking clip. The side of the locking opening will close towards the center due to the elasticity of the locking clip, embedding into the locking slot to limit and fix the center rod, thus fixing the overall structure of the folding tent. Pushing the locking clip again enlarges the locking opening, and the side of the locking clip expands to both sides, moving out of the locking slot and releasing the locking clip from limiting and fixing the center rod.

[0009] The two sides of the locking clip are embedded into the locking groove to limit and fix the center rod, so that the center rod is subjected to force on both sides evenly. The center of the center rod is also clamped by the locking clip, further limiting and fixing the center rod, making it less likely to wobble. This has a better locking and fixing effect and makes the overall structure of the folding tent more stable. When locking, the locking clip is subjected to force on both sides at the same time, dispersing the stress evenly, making it less prone to damage and more durable.

[0010] The central locking component of the above structure mainly consists of a housing and a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic component. The overall structure of the central locking component is simpler, and these components are easy to manufacture and have low cost, making the central locking component easier to manufacture and cheaper to produce.

[0011] Preferably, the rear end of the locking clip is folded inward to form a limiting part, and a limiting block is provided in the mounting hole. When stationary, the limiting part abuts against the rear end of the limiting block.

[0012] The limiting part and the limiting block work together to limit and fix the locking piece, preventing the limiting piece from sliding out of the locking cavity and preventing the limiting piece from shaking. This allows the central locking piece to more firmly limit and fix the central pole, improving the stability of the folding tent.

[0013] Preferably, there are two mounting holes, with one mounting hole passing through each side of the locking clip, and the two sides of the locking clip coming together towards the center and abutting against the side wall of the mounting hole.

[0014] The side of the locking clip engages with the side wall of mounting hole two to limit movement, preventing the locking clip from wobbling and improving the stability of the folding tent. Furthermore, the engagement of the side of the locking clip with the side wall of mounting hole two guides the locking clip, allowing it to slide along the side wall of mounting hole two, thus optimizing the feel when pushing the locking clip.

[0015] Preferably, the locking member includes a locking part and a stop part, both of which are located at the locking opening. The sides of the locking part taper towards the center, and the inner side of the locking part can be embedded into the locking groove. When the locking member is pushed, the inner side of the stop part abuts against the stop protrusion, causing the locking opening to expand to both sides.

[0016] The side of the locking part is embedded into the locking groove to limit and fix the center rod, thereby locking and fixing the overall structure of the folding tent. By pushing the locking clip, the inner side of the abutment part abuts against the abutment protrusion. The two sides of the abutment part will push to the side against the abutment protrusion. As the two sides of the abutment part are pushed, the two sides of the locking part will also move to the side, so that the side of the locking part moves out of the locking groove, thereby releasing the locking and fixing of the overall structure of the folding tent.

[0017] Preferably, the front end of the locking part is provided with an unlocking part, which expands outward on both sides. When the locking piece is pushed, the unlocking part moves to the opening of the central rod mounting hole and expands to both sides.

[0018] The more the locking opening expands, the more force is required. Since the locking part is designed to close towards the center, the locking opening needs to be expanded to a larger extent to lock and unlock the center rod. The unlocking part allows the locking opening to expand to a smaller extent to lock and unlock the center rod, making it easier to lock and unlock the center rod.

[0019] Preferably, the abutting protrusion is disposed within the first mounting hole, the abutting part is disposed at the rear end of the locking part, and the rear end of the abutting part is disposed within the first mounting hole.

[0020] By positioning the abutment at the opening end of the locking opening, the abutment protrusion can more easily open the locking opening to both sides, making it easier to push the locking clip.

[0021] Preferably, the rear ends of the sides of the abutment portion are inclined to both sides.

[0022] When the locking clip is pushed, the inner side of the abutment abuts against the abutment protrusion, and the two sides of the abutment move with the tilt direction of its rear end, causing the locking opening to expand to both sides; when the locking clip is released, the sides of the locking opening will close to the middle due to the elasticity of the locking clip, the abutment abuts against the abutment protrusion, and the locking clip will be pushed forward by the abutment protrusion according to the shape of the inner side of the abutment to achieve reset.

[0023] Preferably, the abutting protrusion has a tapered structure that is narrower at the front and wider at the back.

[0024] When the locking clip is pushed, the inner side of the abutment abuts against the abutment protrusion, and the two sides of the abutment move laterally with the sides of the abutment protrusion, causing the locking opening to expand to both sides; when the locking clip is released, the sides of the locking opening will close together in the middle due to the elasticity of the locking clip, and the abutment abuts against the abutment protrusion, causing the locking clip to be pushed forward with the shape of the abutment protrusion to achieve reset.

[0025] Preferably, the lower end of the locking housing is provided with a hanging hole. The hanging hole can be used to hang items such as lamps.

[0026] Preferably, the support leg is provided with four legs, and the upper end of the support leg is provided with a locking hole. The support leg is provided with a locking buckle, which is cylindrical. The support leg passes through the locking buckle, and the locking buckle is slidably connected to the support leg. The locking buckle is connected to the inclined rod through the support rod. The inner side of the locking buckle has a locking protrusion, which can be embedded into the locking hole.

[0027] Sliding the locking buckle upwards raises the support rod, causing the locking protrusion to engage with the locking hole for positioning and fixation, thus supporting the overall structure of the folding tent. The locking buckle forms four support points on the folding tent, which, together with the central locking element, provide five-point fixation to the overall structure, making the folding tent more secure.

[0028] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages: The two sides of the locking clip are embedded into the locking groove to limit and fix the center pole, ensuring even force distribution on both sides of the center pole. Furthermore, the center pole is clamped by the locking clip, further limiting and fixing it, preventing wobbling and providing a better locking effect, making the overall structure of the folding tent more stable. During locking, the locking clip bears force on both sides simultaneously, distributing stress evenly, reducing the risk of damage, and increasing durability. The center locking component in the above structure mainly consists of a shell and a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic element. The overall structure of the center locking component is simpler, and these components are easy to manufacture and inexpensive, making the center locking component easier to produce and lower in cost. The locking buckle forms four fixing points on the folding tent, which, together with the center locking component, achieve five-point fixation of the overall structure of the folding tent, making the folding tent more secure. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the folding tent of the patent in this case; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the central locking component in this patent application; Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the central locking component of the patent in this case; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the center locking component of the patent in this case; Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the center locking component of the patent in this case; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the unlocked state of the central locking component in this patent application. Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the locking mechanism of the patent in this case; Figure 8 This is a top view of the locking mechanism of the patent in this case; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the locking buckle of the patent in this case being installed on the support leg; Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the locking buckle of the patent in this case installed on the support leg.

[0030] In the diagram, 1. center rod, 11. locking groove, 2. center locking element, 20. connecting rod, 21. locking housing, 211. locking cavity, 212. abutting protrusion, 213. mounting hole one, 214. mounting hole two, 215. limiting block, 22. locking clip, 221. limiting part, 222. side, 23. locking opening, 24. locking part, 25. abutting part, 26. pushing part, 27. hanging hole, 28. center rod mounting hole, 29. unlocking part, 3. support leg, 31. locking hole, 4. locking buckle, 41. locking protrusion, 42. support rod, 5. top cover, 51. diagonal rod. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0032] like Figure 1-8 As shown, a folding tent includes a top cover 5 and legs 3. The top cover 5 and legs 3 are connected by a diagonal rod 51. A central rod 1 is provided at the lower end of the top cover 5. A locking groove 11 is provided on the central rod 1. A central locking member 2 is provided below the central rod 1. The central locking member 2 can move along the direction of the central rod 1. The central locking member 2 is connected to the diagonal rod 51 through a connecting rod 20. The central locking member 2 includes a locking housing 21 and a locking clip 22. A locking cavity 211 is provided inside the locking housing 21. A central rod mounting hole 28 is provided longitudinally through the top of the locking cavity 211. A mounting hole 213 is provided on the side wall of one end of the locking cavity 211, and a mounting hole 214 is provided on the side wall of the other end. An abutment protrusion 212 is provided in the mounting hole 213. A hanging hole 27 is provided at the lower end of the locking housing 21. Component 22 is a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic component with a locking opening 23 at the rear end. The front end of the locking component 22 passes through the second mounting hole 214 and protrudes to the outside of the locking housing 21. The rear end of the locking component 22 is located in the first mounting hole 213. The locking component 22 is slidably disposed in the locking cavity 211 through the first mounting hole 213 and the second mounting hole 214. The center rod 1 passes through the center rod mounting hole 28 and is locked and fixed with the locking component 22. In the static state, the side 222 of the locking component 22 closes to the middle and is embedded in the locking groove 11, locking the center rod 1. When the locking component 22 is pushed backward, the side 222 of the locking component 22 abuts against the abutment protrusion 212, making the locking opening 23 larger and the side 222 expand to both sides, releasing the center rod 1. When the locking component 22 is released, the locking component 22 will reset.

[0033] The locking clip 22 is installed in the locking cavity 211 through mounting hole 214 and mounting hole 213. When the center locking clip 2 is moved upward along the center rod 1, the connecting rod 20 will lift the diagonal rod 51, thus supporting the overall structure of the folding tent. Push the locking clip 22 backward, and the side 222 of the locking clip 22 abuts against the abutting protrusion 212. The abutting protrusion 212 pushes the side 222 of the locking clip 22 to both sides, making the locking opening 23 larger and the side 222 expand to both sides. At this time, move the locking groove 11 to the locking opening 23 and release the locking clip 22. The side 222 of the locking opening 23 will close to the middle due to the elasticity of the locking clip 22. The side 222 of the locking clip 22 will be embedded into the locking groove 11 to limit and fix the center rod 1, thereby achieving the limitation and fixation of the overall structure of the folding tent. Push the locking clip 22 again, and the locking opening 23 will become larger and the side 222 will expand to both sides. The side 222 of the locking clip 22 will move out of the locking groove 11, releasing the limitation and fixation of the locking clip 22 on the center rod 1.

[0034] The two sides 222 of the locking clip 22 are embedded into the locking groove 11 to limit and fix the center rod 1, so that the center rod 1 is subjected to force on both sides evenly. Furthermore, the center of the center rod 1 is clamped by the locking clip 22, further limiting and fixing the center rod 1, making it less prone to wobbling, resulting in a better locking and fixing effect and making the overall structure of the folding tent more stable. During locking, the two sides 222 of the locking clip 22 are subjected to force simultaneously, dispersing the stress evenly, reducing the risk of damage, and increasing durability. The center locking component 2 of the above structure mainly consists of a shell and a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic element. The overall structure of the center locking component 2 is simpler, and these components are easy to manufacture and have low cost, making the center locking component 2 easier to manufacture and lower in cost.

[0035] The hanging hole 27 can be used to hang lamps and other items.

[0036] like Figure 5 As shown, the rear end of the locking clip 22 is folded inward to form a limiting part 221, and a limiting block 215 is provided in the mounting hole 213. When stationary, the limiting part 221 abuts against the rear end of the limiting block 215.

[0037] The limiting part and the limiting block work together to limit and fix the locking piece, preventing the limiting piece from sliding out of the locking cavity and preventing the limiting piece from shaking, thus improving the stability of the folding tent.

[0038] like Figure 1-6 As shown, there are two mounting holes 214. The two sides 222 of the locking clip 22 pass through one mounting hole 214 respectively. The two sides 222 of the locking clip 22 converge towards the middle and abut against the side wall of the mounting hole 214.

[0039] The side 222 of the locking clip 22 cooperates with the side wall of the second mounting hole 214 to achieve a limiting effect, making the locking clip 22 less prone to shaking and improving the stability of the folding tent. In addition, the side 222 of the locking clip 22 cooperates with the side wall of the second mounting hole 214 to guide the locking clip 22. The locking clip 22 will slide as the side 222 of the locking clip 22 slides with the side wall of the second mounting hole 214, optimizing the feel when pushing the locking clip 22.

[0040] like Figure 5-8 As shown, the locking clip 22 includes a locking part 24 and abutting part 25. Both the locking part 24 and the abutting part 25 are located at the locking opening 23. The side 222 of the locking part 24 tapers towards the center. The abutting part 25 is located at the rear end of the locking part 24. The rear ends of the side 222 of the abutting part 25 are inclined to both sides. The rear end of the abutting part 25 is located in the mounting hole 213. The inner side of the locking part 24 can be inserted into the locking groove 11. When the locking clip 22 is pushed, the inner side of the abutting part 25 will abut against the abutting protrusion 212, and the locking opening 23 will expand to both sides.

[0041] When the locking clip 22 is pushed, the inner side of the abutment part 25 abuts against the abutment protrusion 212, and the two sides of the abutment part 25 move with the tilt direction of its rear end, causing the locking opening 23 to expand to both sides; when the locking clip 22 is released, the side 222 of the locking opening 23 will close to the middle due to the elasticity of the locking clip 22, and the abutment part 25 abuts against the abutment protrusion 212. The locking clip 22 will be pushed forward by the abutment protrusion 212 according to the shape of the inner side of the abutment part 25 to achieve reset.

[0042] like Figure 5-8 As shown, the front end of the locking part 24 is provided with an unlocking part 29. The unlocking part 29 expands outward on both sides. When the locking clip 22 is pushed, the unlocking part 29 moves to the opening of the center rod mounting hole 28 and expands to both sides.

[0043] The more the locking opening 23 expands, the more force is required. Since the locking part 24 is closed towards the center, the locking opening 23 needs to be expanded to a large extent to lock and unlock the center rod 1. The unlocking part 29 allows the locking opening 23 to expand to a smaller extent to lock and unlock the center rod 1, thus locking and unlocking the center rod 1 with relatively less effort.

[0044] The support leg 3 has four legs. The upper end of the support leg 3 has a locking hole 31. The support leg 3 has a locking buckle 4. The locking buckle 4 is cylindrical. The support leg 3 passes through the locking buckle 4. The locking buckle 4 is slidably connected to the support leg 3. The locking buckle 4 is connected to the inclined rod 51 through the support rod 42. The inner side of the locking buckle 4 has a locking protrusion 41. The locking protrusion 41 can be embedded into the locking hole 31.

[0045] like Figure 1 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 The sliding locking buckle 4, as shown, causes the support rod 42 to lift the diagonal rod 51, allowing the locking protrusion 41 to embed into the locking hole 31 for limiting and fixing, thus supporting the overall structure of the folding tent. The locking buckle 4 forms four support and fixing points on the folding tent, which, together with the central locking piece 2, achieve five-point fixation of the overall structure of the folding tent, making the folding tent more secure.

[0046] The above examples are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of this utility model. Their purpose is to enable those familiar with this project to understand the content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. They should not be used to limit the protection scope of this utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made according to this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A folding tent, comprising a top cover (5) and legs (3), the top cover (5) and legs (3) being connected by a diagonal rod (51), a center rod (1) being provided at the lower end of the top cover (5), a locking groove (11) being provided on the center rod (1), a center locking member (2) being provided below the center rod (1), the center locking member (2) being movable along the direction of the center rod (1), and the center locking member (2) being connected to the diagonal rod (51) via a connecting rod (20), characterized in that: The central locking component (2) includes a locking housing (21) and a locking clip (22). The locking housing (21) has a locking cavity (211) inside. The top of the locking cavity (211) has a central rod mounting hole (28) that runs through it longitudinally. One side wall of the locking cavity (211) has a mounting hole (213) and the other side wall has a mounting hole (214). A stop protrusion (212) is provided inside the locking cavity (211). The locking clip (22) is a U-shaped or Y-shaped elastic component with a locking opening (23) at the rear end. The front end of the locking clip (22) passes through the mounting hole (214) and the rear end of the locking clip (22) is located in the mounting hole (213). The locking clip (22) slides in the mounting hole (213) and the mounting hole (214). The center rod (1) passes through the center rod mounting hole (28) and is locked and fixed with the locking clip (22). When stationary, the side (222) of the locking clip (22) is brought together to the middle and embedded in the locking groove (11) to lock the center rod (1). When the locking clip (22) is pushed backward, the side (222) of the locking clip (22) abuts against the abutting protrusion (212), making the locking opening (23) larger and the side (222) expand to both sides, thus releasing the center rod (1). When the locking clip (22) is released, the locking clip (22) will reset.

2. A folding tent as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The rear end of the locking clip (22) is folded inward to form a limiting part (221), and a limiting block (215) is provided in the mounting hole (213). When stationary, the limiting part (221) abuts against the rear end of the limiting block (215).

3. A folding tent as described in claim 1, characterized in that: There are two mounting holes (214). The two sides (222) of the locking clip (22) pass through one mounting hole (214) respectively. The sides (222) of the locking clip (22) converge towards the middle and abut against the side wall of the mounting hole (214).

4. A folding tent as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The locking clip (22) includes a locking part (24) and abutting part (25). Both the locking part (24) and abutting part (25) are located at the locking opening (23). The side (222) of the locking part (24) is narrowed towards the middle. The inner side of the locking part (24) can be inserted into the locking groove (11). When the locking clip (22) is pushed, the inner side of the abutting part (25) will abut against the abutting protrusion (212) and cause the locking opening (23) to expand to both sides.

5. A folding tent as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The front end of the locking part (24) is provided with an unlocking part (29). The unlocking part (29) expands outward on both sides. When the locking piece (22) is pushed, the unlocking part (29) moves to the opening of the central rod mounting hole (28) and expands to both sides.

6. A folding tent as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The abutting protrusion (212) is disposed in the first mounting hole (213), the abutting part (25) is disposed at the rear end of the locking part (24), and the rear end of the abutting part (25) is disposed in the first mounting hole (213).

7. A folding tent as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The rear ends of the side (222) of the abutment (25) are inclined to both sides respectively.

8. A folding tent as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The abutment protrusion (212) is a tapered structure that is narrow at the front and wide at the back.

9. A folding tent as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end of the locking housing (21) is provided with a hanging hole (27).

10. A folding tent as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support leg (3) is provided with four legs. The upper end of the support leg (3) is provided with a locking hole (31). The support leg (3) is provided with a locking buckle (4). The locking buckle (4) is cylindrical. The support leg (3) passes through the locking buckle (4). The locking buckle (4) is slidably connected to the support leg (3). The locking buckle (4) is connected to the inclined rod (51) through the support rod (42). The inner side of the locking buckle (4) has a locking protrusion (41). The locking protrusion (41) can be embedded into the locking hole (31).

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