Clothes drying machine with expandable drying net structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses an implement expansion airing's clothes airing machine end portion can accomodate drying net structure, including two drying rod subassembly, pole seat, end cover and drying net subassembly, wherein two drying rod subassembly includes fixed drying rod and telescopic drying rod. Telescopic drying rod sets up at the both ends of fixed drying rod, and pole seat is connected between two fixed drying rods, and end cover is connected at the outer end of two telescopic drying rods, and drying net subassembly is fixed with end cover inner wall. Winding mechanism is placed in drying net box, and the inner end of drying net is wound on winding mechanism, and the outer end is connected with connecting portion, and the whole drying net subassembly is integrated and the structure is exquisite and durable. When unfolding drying net, the front hook part of handle bar front part is connected with the hook part on the outer wall of pole seat and is fixed. When drying net is accomodated in drying box, handle bar is placed in the L type cavity above drying box, and the whole structure is compact, and the appearance is beautiful and simple.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a clothes drying rack, and more particularly to a clothes drying rack end structure that can store a drying net for extended drying. Background Technology

[0002] With the acceleration of urbanization and the improvement of residents' living standards, clothes drying racks, as an indispensable household appliance in modern families, are increasingly valued by consumers for their functionality and aesthetics. Traditional clothes drying rack designs often focus on basic drying functions, neglecting convenience, space utilization, and overall aesthetics during the drying process. Especially when handling small items of clothing, cushions, and other items that need to be laid flat to dry, traditional clothes drying racks fall short, failing to meet diverse drying needs. Therefore, the market urgently needs a clothes drying rack solution that can both rationally utilize space and improve drying efficiency and overall aesthetics.

[0003] A typical clothes drying rack assembly design in the prior art (refer to utility model patent publication number CN220813078U) includes a drying rod, an end cap, and a drying net. The end cap is located at the end of the drying rod and has a storage cavity inside. The drying net can be folded and stored in the storage cavity and pulled out to a preset position when needed; the unfolded length is adjustable. This design effectively solves the problem of drying small items of clothing flat, while maintaining the overall aesthetics of the clothes drying rack when not in use.

[0004] The above-mentioned literature has the following problems:

[0005] 1. Although drying nets can be secured in a specific position using sliding rods and limiting slots, when clothes, especially heavy or unevenly distributed items, are placed on the net, the net may wobble or sink due to uneven force, affecting the drying effect. This problem is particularly pronounced when the drying net is extended to a considerable length, as the net has relatively few support points, making it difficult to maintain the stability of the entire drying surface.

[0006] 2. The drying net is housed within the storage cavity of the end cap, requiring precise internal design to accommodate and secure the net and its related components (such as mounting plates and rollers). This design not only increases the manufacturing difficulty of the end cap but also complicates the installation process. Especially when repairing or replacing the net, disassembling and reinstalling the end cap and its internal components becomes extremely cumbersome, increasing maintenance costs and time. Furthermore, the complex installation process may lead to a decrease in product yield, impacting production efficiency and cost control. Utility Model Content

[0007] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a structure with stable structure and convenient assembly for storing drying nets at the end of a clothes drying rack.

[0008] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: a clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure for extended drying, including two drying rod assemblies, rod bases, end caps and drying net assemblies; the two assemblies include fixed drying rods and telescopic drying rods; the telescopic drying rods are arranged at both ends of the fixed drying rods; the rod bases are connected between the two fixed drying rods, and the end caps are connected to the outer ends of the two telescopic drying rods;

[0009] The drying net assembly includes a drying net box, a winding mechanism, a drying net, and a handle;

[0010] The handle includes a panel, a connecting part, and a front hook; the bottom surface of the panel is provided with the front hook and the connecting part, and the connecting part is located on the rear side of the front hook.

[0011] The winding mechanism is placed inside the drying net box, the inner end of the drying net is wound around the winding mechanism, and the outer end of the drying net is connected to the connecting part; the outer wall of the rod base is provided with a hook part extending along the length direction of the rod base;

[0012] The drying box is fixed to the inner wall of the end cap by fastening screws; when the drying net is unfolded, the front hook on the handle hooks onto the hook part; when the drying net is stored in the drying box, the handle is positioned above the drying box.

[0013] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is as follows: the rod base includes a U-shaped frame, and the hook portion is integrally formed on the inner wall of the U-shaped frame; the hook portion includes a horizontal plate and an inclined plate, and the included angle A between the inclined plate and the horizontal plate is 75-85 degrees; the U-shaped frame and the hook portion are alloy parts.

[0014] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is that the included angle B between the panel and the front hook is consistent with the included angle A.

[0015] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is: the handle is provided with a rear panel, and the handle is provided with a grip portion in the middle.

[0016] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is as follows: the drying net box includes a side end cover, a front plate, a rear plate, a bottom plate, and a top plate; the top plate has an opening for the drying net to enter and exit; the front plate extends beyond the top plate to form an extension.

[0017] The extension is secured to the inner wall of the end cap by a plurality of fasteners.

[0018] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is as follows: the side end cover is higher than the top plate by a certain distance, the handle rod is placed behind the top plate, and the top of the handle rod is flush with the side end cover.

[0019] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is as follows: the winding mechanism includes a roller, a coil spring, and a drum, and the drying net is wound around the drum.

[0020] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is that the hook portion of the rod seat is provided with anti-slip texture to increase the friction between the front hook portion and the hook portion.

[0021] A further preferred technical solution of this utility model is: the top plate of the drying net box is provided with multiple ventilation holes to increase the breathability of the drying net during storage and use.

[0022] A further preferred embodiment of this utility model is that an indicator mark is provided on the rear panel of the handle rod to indicate the unfolded and retracted state of the drying net.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: 1. The drying net box can be hidden and fixed in place by screws inside the end cap of the telescopic drying rod; the winding mechanism inside the box has a spiral spring, which makes the drying net easy and uniformly rolled back. After the handle is retracted, it is flush with the box body, does not take up extra space, and has a simple appearance.

[0024] 2. The wedge-shaped hook at the front end of the handle and the integrated hook of the pole base form a 75-85° pairing angle, forming a self-locking engagement when unfolded, providing a single-point rigid fulcrum. The handle has a grip in the middle, making it convenient for users to hold, and the entire unfolding process is labor-saving and quick. Even when the load is uneven when the drying net is pulled out along its entire length, it can suppress sagging and swaying. Sufficient lateral force is required to disengage the hook during typhoons, ensuring both safety and stability.

[0025] 3. The selected high-strength drying net features a breathable and quick-drying mesh structure that is sturdy and durable. The outer end of the net is connected to the handle with a buckle, ensuring even stress distribution on the net surface during stretching. The entire winding mechanism is integrated and installed inside the drying net box as an independent module. The entire structure is compact, greatly reducing space occupation, and the stable and reasonable structure ensures a long service life. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that these drawings are drawn only for the purpose of explaining the preferred embodiments and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. Furthermore, unless specifically indicated, the drawings are only schematic representations of the composition or structure of the described objects and may contain exaggerated depictions, and the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the retractable drying net in this embodiment;

[0028] Figure 2A schematic diagram of the front hook section of a retractable drying net structure;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the winding mechanism for the retractable drying net structure in this embodiment;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the U-shaped frame structure of the pole support in this embodiment;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the drying net structure box in this embodiment; Detailed Implementation

[0032] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, a clothes drying rack with a retractable drying net structure at the end for extended drying is constructed, consisting of two drying rod assemblies 10, rod bases 11, end caps 12, and a drying net assembly 13. The fixed drying rods 101 serve as the main load-bearing structure, horizontally fixed to the main unit, providing basic drying functionality. Telescopic drying rods 102 are nested at both ends of the fixed drying rods and can extend and retract axially, enabling dynamic adjustment of the overall length of the clothes drying rack to accommodate items of different sizes, such as large items like duvet covers, or, depending on the balcony dimensions, to accommodate regular clothing. The rod bases 11 span between the two fixed drying rods, enhancing structural stability, and their outer walls have hooks 111 extending along the edges, serving as a fixed support point when the drying net is extended. The end caps 12 enclose the outer ends of the telescopic drying rods, providing both dust protection and aesthetic appeal, and have a pre-installed interface for installing a drying net box.

[0033] The drying net box 131 in the drying net assembly 13 is hiddenly fixed to the inner wall of the end cap 12 by fastening screws, and moves synchronously with the telescopic drying rod to ensure that it does not occupy extra space when stored. The drying net box 131 is equipped with a winding mechanism 132 with a built-in spiral spring to realize the automatic rewinding and uniform storage of the drying net 133, avoiding wrinkles or jamming of the net surface, making it convenient, safe and very stable to use. The drying net 133 is preferably woven from high-strength polyester fiber, which has the characteristics of UV resistance and mildew prevention. The mesh density is optimized to balance breathability and load-bearing capacity. The mesh design itself has the function of breathability and quick drying, so that the drying of clothes is not affected.

[0034] The drying net box 131 is connected to the handle rod 134 via the drying net 133. The connecting part b is riveted or snapped to the outer end of the drying net 133 to ensure that the net surface is evenly stressed and the connection is reliable when stretched. The handle rod 134 is provided with a panel a, which serves as the user's operating handle. The surface is provided with a grip a2, which makes the operation of opening the drying net 133 more ergonomic, simple and safe. The front end of the handle rod 134 is provided with a front hook c, which is a wedge-shaped barb structure. When unfolded, it forms a self-locking engagement with the hook part 111 of the rod seat. The connection structure is firm and safe, and can resist a certain amount of shaking. It is not affected by drying and recycling clothes during use.

[0035] like Figure 4 As shown, the pole base 11 is mainly composed of a U-shaped frame 112. The inner wall of the U-shaped frame 112 has an integrally formed hook portion 111, which is made using aluminum alloy die-casting technology. This integral forming ensures structural strength and manufacturing economy. Using aluminum alloy reduces the overall weight of the structure, achieving a balance between structural strength and lightweight. The hook portion 111 consists of a horizontal plate d and an inclined plate e. The angle A between the inclined plate e and the horizontal plate d is controlled within 75-85 degrees. This angle provides a reasonable limit when the front hook portion c is engaged, allowing for relatively easy lateral force to detach the front hook portion c from the hook portion 111. It also ensures sufficient critical load for disengagement during typhoons and other weather conditions. This design ensures the convenience of hanging the drying net 133 and its stability and safety during use.

[0036] like Figure 4 As shown, the angle B between panel a and front hook c is consistent with the angle A formed by the U-shaped frame 112 in the rod base 11. The angle B between panel a and front hook c is also controlled within 75-85 degrees. This angle is a reasonable limiting angle when the front hook c is fastened to the hook part 111. Similar to the structure of the hook part 111, it is relatively easy to use lateral force to detach the front hook c from the hook part 111. It can also ensure sufficient critical load for disengagement when the drying net 133 shakes due to windy weather. This ensures the convenience of storing the drying net and its stability and safety during use.

[0037] like Figure 4 As shown, the handle 134 has a rear panel a1, forming a three-dimensional rectangular structure that can be gripped. This structure makes the entire handle 134 more robust, extending its service life even with frequent use. The relatively thick rectangular structure also facilitates gripping and makes it easier to pull the handle 134 up and down. A hand grip a2 is located in the middle of the handle 134. The recessed structure of the hand grip a2 makes it easily accessible, further facilitating the pulling and drying operation and allowing for quick and safe operation by finding the gripping position.

[0038] like Figure 1 , Figure 5As shown, the extension g1 of the drying net box 131 is fixed to the inner wall of the end cover 12 by multiple fasteners. The drying net box 131 connects the entire fixed structure in a very simple, concealed and compact way. The extension g1 is formed by the front plate g being higher than the top plate j, forming an L-shaped upper space on the structure of the drying net box 131. It can form a rectangular space with the end cover f. When the drying net 133 is folded up, the size of the handle 134 can be just hidden in the above rectangular space. The entire handle 134 and the drying net box 131 form a complete structure, which saves space and makes the entire retractable drying net structure more beautiful and simple in appearance.

[0039] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 The side end cover f of the drying net box 131 is higher than the top plate j by a certain distance. This distance and the extension g1 formed by the front plate g being higher than the top plate j create an L-shaped upper space in the structure of the drying net box 131. The handle rod 134 is placed behind the top plate j, and the top of the handle rod 134 is flush with the side end cover f. The entire handle part 134 and the drying net box 131 form an integral structure. The structure of the side end cover f of the drying net box 131 being higher than the top plate j makes the entire retractable drying net structure compact and beautiful in appearance.

[0040] like Figure 3 , Figure 5 As shown, the winding mechanism 132 has a central shaft k, with a coil spring m fitted around it. The shaft k is the main supporting structure of the entire winding mechanism 132, ensuring stability and reliability during operation. The coil spring m is the power source for the retractable drying net structure, maintaining the retracted state of the drying net 133 when it is folded up, and providing retrieval force and guidance during net retrieval. A roller n is fitted around the coil spring m, and the drying net 133 is fixed to the roller n. The entire winding mechanism 132 is housed in the net box 131. The entire structure is compact, greatly reducing space occupation, and its stability and rational design ensure a long service life.

[0041] Preferably, the hook portion 111 of the rod base 11 is provided with anti-slip texture to increase the friction between the front hook portion c and the hook portion 111, further improving the stability of the drying net 133 during use and preventing it from coming off due to external force.

[0042] The top plate j of the drying net box 131 is provided with multiple ventilation holes to increase the breathability of the drying net 133 during storage and use, prevent the drying net 133 from developing odors or mold due to long-term storage, and improve the service life of the drying net 133.

[0043] Preferably, the rear panel a1 of the handle 134 is provided with an indicator to indicate the unfolded and retracted state of the drying net 133. This allows users to quickly identify the current state of the drying net 133 during operation, improving ease of use.

[0044] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that these descriptions are merely descriptive and exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0045] It should be noted that similar labels in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it will not be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0046] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Similarly, "first" and "second" are only for ease of understanding and have no other directional meaning, and cannot be considered as limitations on this utility model.

[0047] This invention describes a retractable drying net structure at the end of a clothes drying rack for extended drying. Specific examples are used to illustrate the principle and implementation of this invention. The descriptions of these embodiments are merely for the purpose of helping to understand this invention and its core concepts. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this invention without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this invention.

Claims

1. A clothes drying rack end structure that allows for extended drying and storage of a drying net, characterized in that: The device includes two drying rod assemblies, rod bases, end caps, and a drying net assembly. The two assemblies include a fixed drying rod and a telescopic drying rod. The telescopic drying rod is located at both ends of the fixed drying rod. The rod base is connected between the two fixed drying rods, and the end cap is connected to the outer ends of the two telescopic drying rods. The drying net assembly includes a drying net box, a winding mechanism, a drying net, and a handle; The handle includes a panel, a connecting part, and a front hook; the bottom surface of the panel is provided with the front hook and the connecting part, and the connecting part is located on the rear side of the front hook. The winding mechanism is placed inside the drying net box, the inner end of the drying net is wound around the winding mechanism, and the outer end of the drying net is connected to the connecting part; the outer wall of the rod base is provided with a hook part extending along the length direction of the rod base; The drying net box is fixed to the inner wall of the end cap by fastening screws; when the drying net is unfolded, the front hook on the handle hooks onto the hook part; when the drying net is stored in the drying net box, the handle is positioned above the drying net box.

2. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rod base includes a U-shaped frame, and the hook portion is integrally formed on the inner wall of the U-shaped frame; the hook portion includes a horizontal plate and an inclined plate, and the included angle A between the inclined plate and the horizontal plate is 75-85 degrees; the U-shaped frame and the hook portion are alloy parts.

3. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The included angle B between the panel and the front hook is consistent with the included angle A.

4. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle is provided with a rear panel, and the handle is provided with a grip in the middle.

5. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drying net box includes a side end cover, a front plate, a rear plate, a bottom plate, and a top plate; the top plate has an opening for the drying net to enter and exit; the front plate extends beyond the top plate to form an extension; The extension is secured to the inner wall of the end cap by a plurality of fasteners.

6. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The side end cap is higher than the top plate by a certain distance, the handle is placed behind the top plate, and the top of the handle is flush with the side end cap.

7. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The winding mechanism includes a roller, a coil spring, and a drum, and the drying net is wound around the drum.

8. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hook portion of the rod seat is provided with anti-slip texture to increase the friction between the front hook portion and the hook portion.

9. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top plate of the drying net box has multiple ventilation holes to increase the breathability of the drying net during storage and use.

10. The clothes drying rack end retractable drying net structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear panel of the handle is equipped with an indicator to indicate the unfolded and retracted status of the drying net.

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