A foldable canopy and a folding swing chair

CN224924794UActive Publication Date: 2026-11-03LINHAI YUNLIN HANDICRAFT CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522313213.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-31
Publication Date
2026-11-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-31

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Technical Problem

The existing swing canopy cannot be retracted, and it gets dirty easily after a period of use, and is not easy to clean.

Method used

The foldable canopy structure is driven by a gas spring. It automatically unfolds after the gas spring is opened with a small amount of force. The canopy frame can be unfolded or folded. Combined with the support frame and seat design, it can achieve full structural folding.

Benefits of technology

It achieves effortless opening and closing of the canopy, meets personalized installation location requirements, and the swing structure is easy to fold and carry, saving space.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a foldable top and folding swing chair thereof, including top frame, the top frame is installed with tent cloth, and the top frame includes first side pipe, second side pipe and top assembly part, and the first side pipe end part and second side pipe end part are installed on the both sides of top assembly part respectively, and at least one of first side pipe and second side pipe is hinged with top assembly part, and the middle part of first side pipe and second side pipe are installed with gas spring, to swing with first side pipe and second side pipe, the folding swing chair still includes foldable support frame and seat, and top assembly part is installed with support frame or seat cooperation. The utility model discloses through gas spring, and top structure can open and shut, and only needs to open gas spring with small part of force in the process of opening top, and the subsequent top can be opened by gas spring automatically, and the process is simple and saves the strength, and the top installation position is free, can satisfy the individualized demand of user, and each structure of swing can be folded, is convenient for carrying transportation, and saves space when is idle.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of swing technology, specifically relating to a foldable canopy and its foldable swing chair. Background Technology

[0002] Swings are a common recreational facility for outdoor activities. As people's living standards improve, their requirements and expectations for swings are also increasing. Most existing swings are equipped with canopies to provide shade and shelter from the rain.

[0003] As disclosed in CN215781453U, a foldable swing includes a support frame and a swing chair. The swing chair is connected to the support frame via a suspension assembly. The swing chair features a backrest and a seat cushion connected by a connector. The backrest is hinged to the connector. The support frame includes a front support leg, a rear support leg, and a crossbar. The top of the front support leg is hinged to the top of the rear support leg, and the crossbar is rotatably mounted on the rear support leg. This product utilizes a quick assembly / disassembly method and a convenient and reasonable folding scheme to achieve rapid folding against a wall, saving space and minimizing the risk of losing loose parts. It can be easily unfolded and secured when needed.

[0004] Although the canopy of the swing can rotate and open, the canopy itself cannot be folded up. After a period of use, the surface easily becomes dirty and needs to be cleaned frequently, which causes inconvenience to users. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, this utility model aims to provide a foldable canopy and a foldable swing chair. The canopy structure can be opened and closed via a gas spring. When opening the canopy, only a small amount of force is needed to open the gas spring, which will then automatically open the canopy. The process is simple and effortless. The canopy can be installed in any position to meet the personalized needs of users. All parts of the swing can be folded, making it easy to carry and transport, and saving space when not in use.

[0006] The technical problem solved by this utility model can be achieved by the following technical solution: a foldable canopy, including a canopy frame, on which a canopy cloth is installed. The canopy frame includes a first side tube, a second side tube, and a canopy assembly part. The ends of the first side tube and the second side tube are respectively installed on both sides of the canopy assembly part. At least one of the first side tube and the second side tube is hinged to the canopy assembly part. A gas spring is installed in the middle of the first side tube and the middle of the second side tube to cooperate with the swinging of the first side tube and the second side tube. When the first side tube or the second side tube swings and the gas spring shaft is fully extended, the canopy frame is in an unfolded state. When the first side tube or the second side tube swings and the gas spring shaft is fully retracted, the canopy frame is in a folded state.

[0007] The canopy assembly includes at least one limiting part located on the side of the canopy assembly. When the first side tube or the second side tube swings to the limiting part, the first side tube or the second side tube forms an abutment limiting with the limiting part.

[0008] It also includes several auxiliary side tubes, which are hinged to the canopy assembly. The auxiliary side tubes are located between the first and second side tubes, and the upper part of the auxiliary side tubes is installed in conjunction with the canopy.

[0009] A folding swing chair includes a foldable canopy, a support frame, and a seat.

[0010] The support frame includes a first support leg, a second support leg, a hinge seat, and a hanging rope portion. The ends of the first support leg and the second support leg are fitted with the hinge seat. At least one of the first support leg and the second support leg is hinged to the hinge seat. The hanging rope portion is used to connect the seat via a hanging rope.

[0011] A limiting member is provided between the first support leg and the second support leg. The limiting member includes two limiting units. One end of the limiting unit is hinged to the other limiting unit, and the other end is hinged to the first support leg or the second support leg.

[0012] The canopy assembly is located at the top of the support frame and is installed in conjunction with the outer side of the hinge seat.

[0013] The seat includes an armrest frame, several backrest frames and a seat frame. The ends of several backrest frames and the ends of several seat frames are respectively hinged to both sides of the armrest frame. Several backrest frames and seat frames are arranged vertically along both sides of the armrest frame.

[0014] The canopy assembly is installed in conjunction with the handrail frame.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages: This utility model uses a gas spring to open and close the canopy structure. When opening the canopy, only a small amount of force is needed to open the gas spring, and the gas spring can automatically open the canopy afterwards. The process is simple and labor-saving. The canopy can be installed in a free position to meet the personalized needs of users. All structures of the swing can be folded, making it easy to carry and transport, and saving space when not in use. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the canopy frame of this utility model in its unfolded state. Figure 1 ; Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the canopy frame of this utility model in its retracted state; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model when folded; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the canopy frame of this utility model in its unfolded state. Figure 2 ; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the canopy frame of this utility model in its unfolded state. Figure 3 ; Figure 6 This is a magnified view of the canopy assembly section located at the handrail frame.

[0017] In the diagram: 1-First side tube, 2-Second side tube, 3-Canopy assembly, 31-Limiting part, 4-Gas spring, 5-Auxiliary side tube, 6-Support frame, 61-First support leg, 62-Second support leg, 63-Hinge seat, 64-Hanging rope part, 65-Limiting component, 651-Limiting unit, 7-Seat, 71-Armrest frame, 72-Backrest frame, 73-Seat frame. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to specific illustrations.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "one end", "the other end", "outer side", "upper", "inner side", "horizontal", "coaxial", "center", "end", "length", "outer end", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. 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. Example

[0020] Combined with appendix Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this embodiment discloses a foldable canopy, including a canopy frame with a canopy cloth installed on it. The canopy frame includes a first side tube 1, a second side tube 2, and a canopy assembly part 3. The ends of the first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2 are respectively installed on both sides of the canopy assembly part 3. At least one of the first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2 is hinged to the canopy assembly part 3. A gas spring 4 is installed in the middle of the first side tube 1 and the middle of the second side tube 2 to cooperate with the swinging of the first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2. When the first side tube 1 or the second side tube 2 swings and the shaft of the gas spring 4 is fully extended, the canopy frame is in an unfolded state. When the first side tube 1 or the second side tube 2 swings and the shaft of the gas spring 4 is fully retracted, the canopy frame is in a folded state.

[0021] In summary, the canopy assembly part 3 includes an assembly area and a connection area. The first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2 are installed on both sides of the assembly area, and the connection area is used to connect with the main body such as the swing chair.

[0022] In this embodiment, the first side tube 1 is hinged to one side of the assembly area, and the second side tube 2 is fixedly connected to the other side of the assembly area. The tarpaulin is installed in conjunction with the first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2. The first side tube 1 can swing within the assembly area via the gas spring 4 to open and close the tarpaulin and the canopy frame. In other embodiments, the second side tube 2 can also be hinged, allowing the user to adjust the overall position of the canopy frame.

[0023] In conjunction with the above, the canopy assembly 3 includes at least one limiting part 31, which is located on the side of the canopy assembly 3. When the first side tube 1 or the second side tube 2 swings to the limiting part 31, the first side tube 1 or the second side tube 2 forms an abutment limit with the limiting part 31. In this embodiment, the limiting part 31 is located on one side of the second side tube 2 and is fixedly connected to the second side tube 2; in other embodiments, it can also be provided on one side of the first side tube 1 to limit the swing range of the first side tube 1.

[0024] In conjunction with the above, it also includes several auxiliary side tubes 5, which are hinged to the canopy assembly part 3. The auxiliary side tubes 5 are located between the first side tube 1 and the second side tube 2. The upper part of the auxiliary side tubes 5 is installed in conjunction with the canopy to strengthen the support structure and support strength of the canopy and the canopy frame. Example

[0025] Based on Example 1, and in conjunction with Appendix Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this embodiment discloses a folding swing chair, a foldable canopy, and also includes a support frame 6 and a seat 7.

[0026] In conjunction with the above, the support frame 6 includes a first support leg 61, a second support leg 62, a hinge seat 63, and a hanging rope portion 64. The ends of the first support leg 61 and the second support leg 62 are fitted and installed with the hinge seat 63. At least one of the first support leg 61 and the second support leg 62 is hingedly connected to the hinge seat 63. The hanging rope portion 64 is used to connect the seat 7 via a hanging rope.

[0027] In this embodiment, based on the above, the end of the first support leg 61 is fixedly connected to the hinge seat 63, the end of the second support leg 62 is hinged to the hinge seat 63, the hanging rope part 64 is located inside the hinge seat 63, and a hanging ring is provided on the seat 7. The two ends of the hanging rope are respectively connected to the hanging rope part 64 and the hanging ring, so as to realize the cooperation and installation of the seat 7 and the support frame 6, and the seat 7 can swing.

[0028] In accordance with the above, a limiting member 65 is provided between the first support leg 61 and the second support leg 62. The limiting member 65 includes two limiting units 651. One end of each limiting unit 651 is hinged to the other limiting unit 651, and the other end is hinged to either the first support leg 61 or the second support leg 62. When the first support leg 61 and the second support leg 62 are opened to form an angle greater than a certain angle, the two limiting units 651 are tightened to achieve the limiting.

[0029] In one embodiment, the canopy assembly 3 is located on top of the support frame 6, and the connecting area of ​​the canopy assembly 3 is fitted with the outer side of the hinge seat 63.

[0030] In conjunction with the above, the seat 7 includes an armrest frame 71, several backrest frames 72 and a seat frame 73. The ends of the several backrest frames 72 and the ends of the seat frame 73 are respectively hinged to both sides of the armrest frame 71. The several backrest frames 72 and the seat frame 73 are arranged vertically along both sides of the armrest frame 71.

[0031] In conjunction with the above, in this embodiment, the armrest frame 71 is placed at a certain angle to the horizontal plane, and there are two backrest frames 72. The backrest frames 72 and the seat frame 73 swing to form an angle with the armrest frame 71, thereby forming a storage area where a cushion can be placed. The outer sides of the armrest frame 71, the backrest frame 72 and the seat frame 73 can be covered with a net rope to limit the swing range of the backrest frame 72 and the seat frame 73.

[0032] In conjunction with the above, in another embodiment, the canopy assembly 3 is installed in conjunction with the handrail frame 71, and the connecting area of ​​the canopy assembly 3 is fixedly connected to the outside of the handrail frame 71.

[0033] This invention uses a gas spring to open and close the canopy structure. When opening the canopy, only a small amount of force is needed to open the gas spring, which will then automatically open the canopy. The process is simple and labor-saving. The canopy can be installed in any position to meet the user's personalized needs. All parts of the swing can be folded for easy carrying and transportation, and saves space when not in use.

[0034] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not constitute any limitation on the utility model. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, or alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical principles of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A foldable awning, comprising an awning frame, wherein an awning fabric is mounted on the awning frame, characterized in that: The canopy frame includes a first side tube (1), a second side tube (2), and a canopy assembly part (3). The ends of the first side tube (1) and the second side tube (2) are respectively installed on both sides of the canopy assembly part (3). At least one of the first side tube (1) and the second side tube (2) is hinged to the canopy assembly part (3). A gas spring (4) is installed in the middle of the first side tube (1) and the middle of the second side tube (2) to cooperate with the swing of the first side tube (1) and the second side tube (2). When the first side tube (1) or the second side tube (2) swings and the shaft of the gas spring (4) is fully extended, the canopy frame is in an unfolded state. When the first side tube (1) or the second side tube (2) swings and the shaft of the gas spring (4) is fully retracted, the canopy frame is in a closed state.

2. The foldable canopy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The canopy assembly (3) includes at least one limiting part (31), which is located on the side of the canopy assembly (3). When the first side tube (1) or the second side tube (2) swings to the limiting part (31), the first side tube (1) or the second side tube (2) forms a contact limiting with the limiting part (31).

3. A foldable canopy according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes several auxiliary side tubes (5), which are hinged to the canopy assembly part (3). The auxiliary side tubes (5) are located between the first side tube (1) and the second side tube (2), and the upper part of the auxiliary side tubes (5) is installed in conjunction with the tarpaulin.

4. A folding swing chair, characterized in that: The foldable canopy includes any one of claims 1 to 3, and further includes a support frame (6) and a seat (7).

5. A folding swing chair according to claim 4, characterized in that: The support frame (6) includes a first support leg (61), a second support leg (62), a hinge seat (63), and a hanging rope part (64). The ends of the first support leg (61) and the second support leg (62) are fitted and installed with the hinge seat (63). At least one of the first support leg (61) and the second support leg (62) is hinged to the hinge seat (63). The hanging rope part (64) is used to connect the seat (7) by hanging rope.

6. A folding swing chair according to claim 5, characterized in that: A limiting member (65) is provided between the first support leg (61) and the second support leg (62). The limiting member (65) includes two limiting units (651). One end of the limiting unit (651) is hinged to the other limiting unit (651), and the other end is hinged to the first support leg (61) or the second support leg (62).

7. A folding swing chair according to claim 5, characterized in that: The canopy assembly (3) is located on top of the support frame (6), and the canopy assembly (3) is installed in conjunction with the outer side of the hinge seat (63).

8. A folding swing chair according to claim 4, characterized in that: The seat (7) includes an armrest frame (71), several backrest frames (72) and a seat frame (73). The ends of the several backrest frames (72) and the ends of the seat frame (73) are respectively hinged to both sides of the armrest frame (71). The several backrest frames (72) and the seat frame (73) are arranged vertically along both sides of the armrest frame (71).

9. A folding swing chair according to claim 8, characterized in that: The canopy assembly (3) is installed in conjunction with the handrail frame (71).

Citation Information

Patent Citations

  • Foldable swing

    CN215781453U