Child seat and side wing device thereof

Abstract

Side wing arrangement (10) for a child seat, comprising: a side wing (20) with a ring (21) through which a vehicle seat belt is guided; and a reinforcing element (30) attached to the ring (21), characterized in that that part of the ring (21) is connected to a plate (22) of the side wing (20) and another part is suspended outside the plate (22) of the side wing (20).

Description

Technical field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a child seat and a side wing arrangement for the child seat. background

[0002] Child car seats are used in vehicles to improve the safety of children. In the event of a collision or sudden deceleration, the child car seat reduces the impact on the children and restricts their body movement to minimize injuries and ensure their safety. Securing the child car seat in the vehicle, for example, to the vehicle seats, usually requires the vehicle's seat belt.

[0003] Documents US 6 193 310 B1, US 5 957 531 A and US 2008 / 0 211 278 A1 describe embodiments of child car seats according to the prior art.

[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a child car seat that ensures increased safety. The invention achieves this object with a side wing arrangement according to claim 1 and a child car seat according to claim 11. Overview

[0005] One aspect of the present disclosure provides for a side wing arrangement for a child car seat. The side wing arrangement comprises a side wing with a ring through which a vehicle seat belt passes, and a reinforcing element attached to the ring.

[0006] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element is made of at least one of the materials metal, plastic, carbon fiber or ceramic, and the strength of the reinforcing element is greater than that of the side wing.

[0007] Furthermore, the reinforcing element is designed to withstand an external force of 1000N to 5000N.

[0008] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element is recessed inside the ring.

[0009] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element has a flat structure that fits onto an inside of the ring.

[0010] In one embodiment, the ring has an inner slot with an opening, and the reinforcing element is inserted into the slot through the opening.

[0011] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element has a semi-closed or closed structure.

[0012] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element has a securing hole through which a material of the side wing extends.

[0013] In one embodiment, the material consists of gel that flows into the locking hole during the injection molding of the side wing.

[0014] In one embodiment, the reinforcing element is attached to the ring by at least one snap connection, welding or screw connection.

[0015] In one embodiment, part of the ring is connected to a plate of the side wing and another part is suspended outside the plate of the side wing.

[0016] Another aspect of the present disclosure provides for a child seat with a side wing arrangement as described in the embodiments above.

[0017] According to the child seat and side wing arrangement of the present disclosure, the ring of the side wing is provided with a reinforcing element that is able to withstand large external impacts, thereby preventing the ring of the side wing from being deformed or damaged.

[0018] The details of one or more embodiments of the present disclosure are set forth in the following drawings and descriptions. Further features, subject matter and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent from the description, the drawings and the claims. Brief description of the drawings

[0019] To illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the accompanying drawings describing the embodiments are briefly presented below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings in the following description represent only some embodiments of the present disclosure, and persons with ordinary technical knowledge can derive other drawings from them without creative effort. Fig. Figure 1 is a perspective view of a child seat in an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. Figure 2 is a perspective assembly view of a side wing arrangement of an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 3 is a perspective exploded view of the in Fig. 2 side wing arrangement shown. Fig. Figure 4 is a perspective assembly view of a side wing arrangement of another embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. Figure 5 is a perspective view of a reinforcement element of an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. Figure 6 is a perspective view of a reinforcement element of another embodiment of the present disclosure. Detailed description

[0020] According to a safety seat known to the applicant, a vehicle's seat belt runs through the seat. In a collision, emergency braking, or other situations, the seat is struck, and the part of the seat that comes into contact with the seat belt is compressed. If the impact is severe, this can lead to deformation or even breakage of that part of the seat.

[0021] Therefore, one aspect of the present disclosure provides a child car seat that overcomes the shortcomings of the aforementioned existing safety seat. According to some embodiments of the disclosure, as in Fig. As shown in Figures 1-2, the child seat comprises a side wing assembly 10, which includes a side wing 20. The side wing 20 has a ring 21 through which a vehicle seat belt is guided, thus positioning the safety seat securely on the vehicle seat. A reinforcing element 30 is attached to the ring 21 to improve its strength and prevent deformation or damage in the event of an impact.

[0022] In some embodiments, the side wing assembly 10 and other components together form a side support for the child seat to provide support and protection for children. In other embodiments, the side wing assembly 10 can independently form the side support of the child seat. The side wings 20 can be made of plastic, but other materials can also be used as needed.

[0023] In some embodiments, the ring 21 has a closed structure, as in the Fig. Figures 2-3 show that part of the ring 21 extends approximately vertically from a plate 22 of the side wing 20, allowing for better contact with the vehicle's seat belt, while another part of the ring 21 is suspended outside the plate 22.

[0024] The reinforcing element 30 is connected to the ring 21 and has a shape that corresponds to the overall shape of the ring 21 or to the shape of a part of the ring 21. In an embodiment as shown in the Fig. As shown in Figures 2-5, the reinforcing element 30 has a semi-closed structure, such as a C-shape, and covers the entire part of the ring 21 that is suspended outside the plate 22. In other embodiments, as shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the reinforcing element 30' has a closed structure that covers the entire circumference of the ring 21.

[0025] The reinforcing element 30 can be made of a plastic, carbon fiber, metal, or ceramic, or it can have a composite structure of two or more materials. In one embodiment, the reinforcing element 30 is made of a metal whose strength is greater than that of the side wings 20. Depending on the requirements, the reinforcing element 30 is designed to withstand an external force of 1000 N to 5000 N. Depending on the material properties and design, the reinforcing element 30 can be manufactured, for example, by injection molding, stamping, forging, additive manufacturing, etc. Furthermore, the reinforcing element 30 can be assembled with the ring 21 by a variety of means, including snap-fit ​​connections, welding, bolted connections, etc., or a combination of these means. In one embodiment, the reinforcing element 30 is connected to the ring 21 during the manufacture of the side flange 20.Specifically, the reinforcing element 30 is provided with a locking hole 31, and during the injection molding of the side wing plate 20, gel flows into the locking hole 31 and then hardens, thereby fixing the reinforcing element 30 by snap action. Of course, it is also possible to mount the reinforcing element 30 after the injection molding of the side wing 20, with the molded side wing 20 being provided with a projection (not shown) that snaps into the locking hole 31. In other embodiments, the locking holes 31 can be adapted to accommodate different types of side wing 20 material, thus enabling the reinforcement element 30 to be attached to the ring 21.

[0026] According to the embodiment of Fig. 2 - 3 The reinforcing element 30 is arranged on the inside of the ring 21 and can be in direct contact with the vehicle's seat belt. For example, the reinforcing element 30 has a flat structure that fits onto the inside of the ring 21. In other embodiments, the reinforcing element 30 can be arranged on the outside of the ring 21, which can also improve the strength of the ring 21.

[0027] Fig. Figure 4 is a composite perspective view of the side wing arrangement 10 of another embodiment of the present disclosure, which differs from the one shown in Fig. 2-3 shown embodiment differs in that the reinforcing element 30 (in Fig.4 (shown with a dashed line) is recessed inside the ring 21. For example, it is possible to mount the reinforcing element 30 to the ring 21 by positioning the reinforcing element 30 inside the ring 21 during the injection molding process. During the injection molding of the ring 21, gel flows into the retaining hole 31 and hardens to further improve the fixation between the ring 21 and the reinforcing element 30. It can be assumed that the term "recessed," as described in this embodiment, includes cases in which the solid element 30 is completely recessed in the ring 21 or partially recessed in the ring 21, i.e., the solid element 30 is partially exposed.

[0028] In a modification of the embodiment, the ring 21 can also be provided with an inner slot (not shown) which has an opening through which the reinforcing element 30 is inserted into the slot to be assembled with the ring 21, thereby achieving the reinforcement of the ring 21.

[0029] In the embodiments described above, the reinforcing element 30 has a flat structure. In other embodiments, the fasteners 30 can have a different structure, such as thin metal rods. Furthermore, the number of reinforcing elements 30 is not limited to one; several fasteners 30 can be provided and arranged side by side. Additionally, the reinforcing element 30 can have a more complex structure, such as a lattice structure. Reinforcement of the ring 21 can be achieved with all these types of fasteners 31.

[0030] According to the child seat of embodiments of the present disclosure, a reinforcing element is provided which is mounted on the ring so that the safety belt can be passed through it, so that it can withstand an impact caused by large external forces and protect the ring from deformation or damage.

[0031] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a side wing arrangement is also provided, comprising a side wing 20 and a reinforcing element 30 mounted on the side wing 20, as described in the various embodiments above.

Claims

[1] Side wing arrangement (10) for a child seat, comprising: a side wing (20) with a ring (21) through which a vehicle seat belt is guided; and a reinforcing element (30) attached to the ring (21), characterized by , that part of the ring (21) is connected to a plate (22) of the side wing (20) and another part is suspended outside the plate (22) of the side wing (20). [2] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) is made at least of metal, plastic, carbon fiber or ceramic and the strength of the reinforcing element is greater than that of the side wing (20). [3] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) is configured such that the strength is able to withstand an external force of 1000N to 5000N. [4] Side wing arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element is recessed inside the ring. [5] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) has a flat structure that fits onto an inside of the ring (21). [6] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the ring (21) has an inner slot with an opening and the reinforcing element (30) is inserted through the opening into the slot. [7] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) has a semi-closed or closed structure. [8] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) has a securing hole through which a material of the side wing (20) extends. [9] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 8, wherein the material comprises a gel which flows into the locking hole during the injection molding of the side wing (20). [10] Side wing arrangement (10) according to claim 1, wherein the reinforcing element (30) is attached to the ring (21) by at least one snap connection, welding or screw connection. [11] Child seat comprising the side wing arrangement (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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