Swing shutter with pivoting panel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a swing shutter (10) configured to pivot about a first axis of rotation (A1) between a position in which it covers and a position in which it uncovers an opening (12) formed in a wall, the swing shutter (10) comprising at least one peripheral frame (16) that defines a space for accommodating a panel (20), wherein the panel (20) is movable in the frame (16) by 180° about a second axis of rotation (A2), such that the panel (20) extends entirely in the frame (16) in a neutral position and in a pivoting position at 180° relative to the neutral position, and wherein an abutment device extends between the panel (20) and the frame (16) so as to allow the panel (20) to rotate in the frame (16) by 180°.

Description

[0001] SWINGING SHUTTER WITH PIVOTING PANEL

[0002] Technical field of the invention

[0003] The present invention relates to the field of hinged shutters intended to close an opening, for example formed in a wall of a dwelling.

[0004] Technical background

[0005] Swing shutters are used to close an opening in a home, in order to limit the passage of light beams through this opening and to secure the opening against intrusions.

[0006] Swinging shutters usually consist of a panel attached to a wall by means of a pivoting system, for example hinges.

[0007] In order to fold the hinged shutter over the opening, a user must usually lean across the opening to grasp one end of the hinged shutter opposite the opening, or slide their fingers into the hinge or under the shutter, so as to cause the hinged shutter to pivot until it covers the opening.

[0008] Such a maneuver can be dangerous and complex to implement, for example, for children or the elderly.

[0009] In addition, the shutters represent an unusable surface whose current use is limited exclusively to that of an insulator, for example, light, thermal or visual.

[0010] It is known from AT512381 A2 to integrate a pivoting photovoltaic panel into a frame of a hinged shutter, in order to exploit the surface area of ​​the shutter. However, this document does not provide a solution to the difficulties of handling a hinged shutter, in particular when opening or closing the shutter between a covering position and an uncovering position in which the shutter completely uncovers the opening, which is the most common case and is not addressed by this document.

[0011] Thus, the invention offers an alternative to current hinged shutters, with improved security and usability.

[0012] Furthermore, the invention provides a hinged shutter whose accessibility for folding it over the opening is facilitated while allowing the use of its surface, for example, for fixing additional elements such as flower pots or shelves or solar panels, without this use of its surface hindering its use as insulation mentioned above.

[0013] Summary of the invention

[0014] The invention proposes a hinged shutter configured to be pivotally movable about a first axis of rotation, between a covering position and an uncovering position of an opening formed in a wall, the hinged shutter comprising at least one peripheral frame delimiting a housing for receiving a panel, the panel being movable in the frame at 180° about a second axis of rotation and such that the panel extends fully in the frame in a neutral position and in a pivoting position at 180° relative to the neutral position, a stop device extending between the panel and the frame so as to allow rotation of the panel in the frame at 180°, in which at least one gripping member of the hinged shutter secured to the panel is pivotally mounted relative to the panel, along a pivoting axis parallel to the second axis of rotation of the panel.

[0015] Thanks to the invention, the hinged shutter can be manipulated between its uncovered position and its covered position from the gripping member always located near the opening, making it accessible whatever the position of the hinged shutter and avoiding a user having to bend down to grasp the hinged shutter at a distance from the pivot axis. In addition, the invention makes it possible to expose the same face of the panel to the outside, whatever the position of the hinged shutter, which makes it possible, for example, to fix elements intended to remain outside the building. The invention also makes it possible to turn the pivoting panel over in order to facilitate access to its face on which elements intended to remain outside the building are fixed, in particular for cleaning or maintaining this face or these elements.The gripping member also allows the pivoting panel to be moved into a position where the elements fixed on its face are oriented towards the interior of the building. For example, a birdcage hung during the day outside the building can be brought back inside the building at the end of the day.

[0016] The hinged shutter according to the invention thus provides security, insulation and ease of use to the home.

[0017] The invention makes it possible, for example, to fix solar panels to the shutter and always keep them outside the home.

[0018] According to other advantageous but not obligatory characteristics of the invention:

[0019] - the second axis of rotation of the panel extends parallel to the first axis of rotation of the hinged shutter;

[0020] - the gripping member takes the form of a handle block pivoting around the pivot axis and which extends into the panel;

[0021] - the gripping member takes the form of a movable rod pivoting relative to the panel around the pivot axis, the rod extending outside the panel;

[0022] - the stop device comprises a first rib which extends along the frame in the receiving housing, and a pair of second ribs which extend along the panel, opposite one another and such that they are able to cooperate alternately with the first rib, the ribs extending parallel to the second axis of rotation;

[0023] - the panel comprises at least one face on which extends at least one element for fixing an additional element;

[0024] - the panel is configured such that the face comprising the fixing elements of the additional element extends opposite the wall in the uncovered position of the hinged shutter and extends opposite the opening in the covering position of the hinged shutter;

[0025] - the hinged shutter comprises a locking cleat, intended to be secured to the wall and comprising a tongue, one end of which has an excess thickness, the tongue being configured to fit between the panel and the frame when the hinged shutter is in the uncovered position;

[0026] - the second axis of rotation is movable relative to the frame in translation along a longitudinal direction of the frame parallel to a horizontal upright of the frame;

[0027] - the hinged shutter comprises at least one hinge, the hinge comprising: o an angled hinge; o a hinge pin secured to the angled hinge; o a hinge portion to be fixed, secured to the wall and pivoting relative to the hinge pin around the first axis of rotation; and o a hinge connector, secured to the frame and the angled hinge, by means of which the angled hinge is fixed to the frame;

[0028] - the hinge pin comprises a first slot receiving the angled hinge, the angled hinge being able to be inserted more or less deeply into the first slot;

[0029] - the hinge connector comprises a second slot, the frame comprises a third slot, the second and third slots receiving the angled hinge, the third slot having a length in the vertical direction greater than necessary to receive the angled hinge;

[0030] - the hinged shutter comprises: o at least one electrical cable passing through the wall, the frame and the panel; and o at least one electrical junction, positioned on the second axis of rotation and configured to allow the passage of the at least one electrical cable between the frame and the panel, and the hinge is configured to allow the passage of the at least one electrical cable between the wall and the frame, the hinge comprising: o a rotating collector, and o an electrical cable cover, secured to the angled hinge and comprising a cavity configured to house the at least one electrical cable between the rotating collector and the frame.

[0031] - the electrical junction is movable in translation relative to the frame, following the longitudinal direction of the frame, in particular by sliding along a groove formed on a horizontal upright of the frame.

[0032] The invention also relates to an assembly comprising a wall provided with an opening and a hinged shutter according to any one of the preceding characteristics, the hinged shutter being configured such that it is capable of covering or uncovering the opening of the wall.

[0033] Brief description of the figures

[0034] Other characteristics and advantages of the invention will appear during the reading of the detailed description which follows for the understanding of which reference will be made to the appended drawings in which:

[0035] [Fig.1] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a hinged shutter according to a first embodiment of the invention, comprising a peripheral frame housing a movable panel;

[0036] [Fig.2] Figure 2 is a perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 according to another exemplary embodiment of the invention;

[0037] [Fig.3] Figure 3 is a close-up view of the hinged shutter of Figure 2 showing a device for stopping the panel relative to the frame;

[0038] [Fig.4] Figure 4 is a close-up perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 showing a first example of a movable panel stop device;

[0039] [Fig.5] Figure 5 is a close-up perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 showing a second example of a movable panel stop device;

[0040] [Fig.6] Figure 6 is a close-up perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 showing a third example of a stop device for the movable panel; [Fig.7] Figure 7 is a close-up view of a gripping member of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 according to a first example of the invention;

[0041] [Fig.8] Figure 8 is a perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 1 according to another exemplary embodiment of the invention, showing a second example of a gripping member;

[0042] [Fig.9] Figure 9 is a close-up view of the gripping member of the hinged shutter of Figure 8;

[0043] [Fig.10] Figure 10 is a close-up view of a locking cleat for the hinged shutter according to the invention;

[0044] [Fig. 1 1 a] Figure 11 a is a schematic representation of an uncovered position of the hinged shutter according to the invention and in which the panel is in a neutral position;

[0045] [Fig.1 1 b] Figure 1 1 b is a schematic representation of a step of a method of covering an opening with the hinged shutter according to the invention;

[0046] [Fig.1 1 c] Figure 1 1 c is a schematic representation of another step of the method of covering the opening with the hinged shutter according to the invention;

[0047] [Fig. 1 1 d] Figure 11 d is a schematic representation of a position of covering of the opening by the hinged shutter according to the invention;

[0048] [Fig 12a] Figure 12a is a perspective view of a hinged shutter according to a second embodiment of the invention;

[0049] [Fig 12b] Figure 12b is a perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 12a in another position;

[0050] [Fig 13] Figure 13 is a perspective view of a hinged shutter according to a third embodiment of the invention, equipped with a hinge, an electrical junction and an electrical cable;

[0051] [Fig 14] Figure 14 is a perspective view of the hinged shutter of Figure 13 in which certain parts are not shown or are transparent in order to visualize the passage of the electric cable;

[0052] [Fig. 15] Figure 15 is an exploded perspective view of the hinge of the swing shutter of Figures 13 and 14; and [Fig. 16] Figure 16 represents, according to several viewing angles identified by the inserts (A) to (F), an electric cable cover belonging to the hinge of Figure 15.

[0053] Detailed description of the invention

[0054] For the description of the invention and the understanding of the claims, the vertical, longitudinal and transverse orientations according to the reference V, L, T indicated in the figures, the longitudinal L and transverse T axes of which extend in a horizontal plane, will be adopted as a non-limiting example and without limiting reference to Earth's gravity. By convention, the longitudinal axis L is oriented from rear to front.

[0055] In the following description, identical, similar or analogous elements will be designated by the same reference numbers.

[0056] Figure 1 illustrates a hinged shutter 10 according to a first example of the invention, configured to be movable in pivoting to cover or uncover an opening 12 formed in a wall.

[0057] The opening 12 is for example formed in a wall of a dwelling and can accommodate a window.

[0058] The hinged shutter 10 is then positioned on the periphery of the opening 12, being secured to the wall, for example via pivoting members 14 allowing it to pivot around a first axis of rotation A1, covering or uncovering the opening.

[0059] We then define an uncovering position of the hinged shutter, illustrated in figure 1, in which the hinged shutter 10 extends substantially against the wall, and a covering position of the hinged shutter, visible in figure 1 1 d, in which the hinged shutter 10 extends to cover the opening.

[0060] It is understood that in its covering position, the hinged shutter 10 has the function of limiting the passage of light beams through the opening. The hinged shutter 10 also provides security for the housing.

[0061] In the illustrated example of the invention and in a non-limiting manner, the opening 12 extends mainly along the vertical direction V and the pivoting members 14 of the hinged shutter 10 are aligned vertically one after the other so that the first axis of rotation A1 is parallel to the vertical direction V.

[0062] For example and in a non-limiting manner, the pivoting members 14 can take the form of hinges, hinge pins or hinges.

[0063] The hinged shutter 10 according to the example illustrated in figure 1 comprises a peripheral frame 16 delimiting a receiving housing 18 for a panel 20.

[0064] The frame 16 has a non-limiting rectangular shape with four sides 22. In particular, two vertical sides 22a of the frame are defined, which extend in the vertical direction V, and two longitudinal sides 22b, which extend in the longitudinal direction L and in such a way that they connect the vertical sides 22a.

[0065] The pivoting members 14 are integral with one of the sides 22 of the frame 16 of the hinged shutter 10.

[0066] In the illustrated example of the invention, the pivoting members 14 are integral with one of the vertical sides 22a of the frame 16, and outside the receiving housing 18.

[0067] According to a variant of the invention not illustrated, the vertical side intended to carry the pivoting members may comprise a vertical recess in its thickness, the recess taking a “T” shape in a horizontal plane.

[0068] More particularly, the “T”-shaped recess makes it possible to house an insert from which extends at least one leg carrying a hinge configured to cooperate with a hinge secured to the wall.

[0069] The assembly comprising the insert, the tab and the hinge is then vertically adjustable so that the hinge can cooperate with the hinge secured to the wall, regardless of the vertical position of the latter in relation to the opening.

[0070] Such an embodiment is then advantageous in that it allows the hinged shutter to adapt to the existing hinges secured to the wall in different vertical positions. According to the example of the invention illustrated, the panel 20 has a complementary shape with the frame 16. Thus, in the example of the invention illustrated, the panel 20 has a rectangular shape.

[0071] The panel 20 is movable in the frame at 180° around a second axis of rotation A2 and such that the panel 20 extends fully in the frame 16 in a neutral position and in a 180° pivoting position of the panel 20 relative to its neutral position.

[0072] In particular, the neutral position of the panel 20, visible in FIG. 11 a, is defined, in which the panel 20 extends entirely in alignment with the frame 16. In other words, in the neutral position of the panel 20, the latter and the frame 16 extend in a common vertical plane.

[0073] The pivoting position of the panel 20 visible in figure 1 1 d, then corresponds to a 180° pivoting of the latter in the frame 16, from its neutral position, and such that the panel 20 extends again in the same vertical plane as the frame 16.

[0074] Thus, a first face 24 of the panel 20 and a second face 26 of the panel 20 are defined, opposite one another.

[0075] It is then understood from the above that the passage from the neutral position of the panel 20 to its pivoting position reverses the positioning of the faces 24, 26 relative to the frame 16.

[0076] According to the example of the invention, the second axis of rotation A2 of the panel 20 is parallel to the vertical direction V.

[0077] According to the example of the invention, the second axis of rotation A2 is centered longitudinally in the receiving housing 18 so as to allow the rotation of the panel 20 at 180° around the latter and in the frame 16.

[0078] The second axis of rotation A2 can be materialized in a non-limiting manner by two pivots 28, visible in FIG. 11, which extend into the receiving housing 18, each from one of the longitudinal sides 22b of the frame 16.

[0079] The panel 20 then comprises cylindrical housings arranged opposite the pivots 28 and capable of housing the pivots 28. The cylindrical housings and the pivots 28 are then configured to allow the panel 20 to rotate around the pivots 28.

[0080] It should also be considered that the cylindrical shape of the housings and pivots is not limiting and that these could take any shape as long as it allows the panel to rotate 180°.

[0081] According to a second embodiment of the invention shown in figures 12a and 12b, the second axis of rotation A2 is movable relative to the frame 16 in translation along a longitudinal direction of the frame 16 parallel to a horizontal upright of the frame 16. Thus, the second axis of rotation A2 is not necessarily centered longitudinally in the receiving housing 18.

[0082] The hinged shutter 10 comprises a stop device 30 extending between the panel 20 and the frame 16.

[0083] The stop device 30 according to the example of the invention illustrated and particularly visible in Figures 3 and 4, comprises a first rib 32 which extends along the frame 16 in the receiving housing 18 and a pair of second ribs 34 which extend along the panel 20 and opposite each other.

[0084] The ribs 32, 34 of the stop device 30 extend parallel to the second axis of rotation A2 of the panel 20, here vertical V.

[0085] More precisely, the first rib 32 extends into the receiving housing 18, along one of the vertical sides 22a of the frame 16.

[0086] Here and in a non-limiting manner, the first rib 32 extends along the vertical side 22a of the frame 16 which is integral with the pivoting members 14 described previously.

[0087] The first rib 32 extends vertically such that it is transversely centered on the vertical side 22a of the frame 16.

[0088] In other words, in a transverse direction of the frame 16, perpendicular to the vertical V and longitudinal L directions, the first rib 32 extends along the vertical side 22a such that a transverse dimension DT of the vertical side 22a of the frame 16, on either side of the first rib 32, are substantially equal to each other. The two second ribs 34 which extend projecting from the panel 20 are thus configured to cooperate alternately with the first rib 32 of the frame 16 described previously.

[0089] Furthermore, the second ribs 34 extend in the extension of the same face 24, 26 of the panel 20.

[0090] It is then understood that the cooperation of one or other of the second ribs 34 is a function of the position of the panel 20 relative to the frame 16.

[0091] By way of example and in a non-limiting manner, in the neutral position of the panel 20, one of the second ribs 34 is in contact with the first rib 32 and in the pivoting position of the panel 20 described previously, the other second rib 34 is in contact with the first rib 32 of the frame 16.

[0092] It is then understood that the position of the first rib 32, centered in the thickness of the vertical side 22a of the frame 16, allows its cooperation with the second ribs 34 while authorizing the housing of the panel 20 in the extension of the frame 16 in its neutral position and in its pivoting position.

[0093] It is thus understood that the configuration of the stop device 30 as described allows the panel to rotate 180° around its second axis of rotation A2.

[0094] According to another non-limiting example of the invention visible in figure 5, it can be provided that the stop device 30 of the hinged shutter 10 comprises a system composed of at least one stud 33 sliding in the transverse direction T of the frame 16, in a thickness of the latter within a “T” groove 35.

[0095] More precisely, the two vertical sides 22 of the frame 16 each comprise at least one “T” shaped groove 35 open onto the receiving housing 18 and such that the stud 33 associated with each of the grooves 35 is able to slide transversely in said groove 35, while being held longitudinally in the “T” shaped groove 35.

[0096] It is then understood that each stud 33 comprises a fixing portion intended to be housed in the “T” groove 35 and a stop portion, which extends outside the “T” groove 35 such that it is intended to come into contact with the second ribs of the panel.

[0097] A thinned portion extends between the fixing portion and the stop portion of the stud 33, so as to ensure the sliding of the latter in the “T” groove 35. Furthermore, it is understood that the dimensions of the stop portion and the fixing portion are configured to block the stud 33 in the groove 35 in the longitudinal direction L of the frame 16.

[0098] Each of the vertical sides 22 of the frame 16 then comprises at least one system composed of at least one stud 33 associated with the “T” groove 35 as described.

[0099] According to this exemplary embodiment of the invention, the second ribs of the panel extend in the vertical direction V and are centered transversely along the panel.

[0100] Thus, the contact of the second ribs of the panel with each of the stop portions of the pins 33, moves the pins 33 transversely in their “T” groove 35 and blocks the rotation of the panel in the frame at 180° as described previously. A vertical rib not shown can, as a variant, be fixed to the stops of the pins 33 in order to better cooperate with the second ribs 34 of the panel.

[0101] According to this exemplary embodiment of the invention, a covering blade 37 can be fixed to the frame 16 by covering the vertical side 22 comprising the at least one “T” shaped groove 35, the blade 37 comprising a “T” shaped opening whose dimensions are smaller than the groove 35 so as to improve the longitudinal retention of the stud 33 in the groove 35.

[0102] According to an exemplary embodiment of the invention visible in FIG. 6, the first rib 32 can be configured to be removable.

[0103] More particularly, according to this exemplary embodiment of the invention, the first rib 32 is carried by a support forming a block and a groove of complementary shape to the block is formed in the frame 16.

[0104] The groove is then formed in the frame 16 such that the first rib 32 extends into the receiving housing 18 according to the configuration previously described. The block carrying the rib is then locked in position in the frame, for example by locking members such as lugs or complementary shoulders.

[0105] Thus, the block carrying the rib can be assembled or disassembled from the frame easily and without destruction or damage to the frame of the shutter.

[0106] Advantage is taken of such an exemplary embodiment of the invention in that the removability of the block carrying the rib makes it possible both to allow the 180° rotation of the panel in the frame as mentioned previously, and also to allow the 360° rotation of the panel when the block carrying the rib is disassembled from the frame.

[0107] According to another example of the invention not shown, the first rib can be secured to the frame by screwing.

[0108] According to the example of the invention illustrated in Figures 2 and 3, the first face 24 comprises fixing elements 36 of an additional element 38.

[0109] In a non-limiting manner, the fixing elements 36 comprise fixing grooves 36.

[0110] In particular, the fixing grooves 36 have a “T” section in a thickness of the panel, visible in figure 3.

[0111] The additional element 38 may be a pot, a support, a photovoltaic panel or any other object regardless of its function, as long as it is capable of cooperating with the fixing grooves 36 with a “T” section.

[0112] The particular shape of the “T” section grooves makes it possible to retain the additional elements 38 in the vertical V and transverse T directions.

[0113] Pins may be arranged in the fixing grooves 36 in order to longitudinally lock the additional element in position in the fixing grooves 36.

[0114] According to the example of the invention of Figure 4, it can be provided that the fixing grooves 36 extend vertically along the first face 24 of the panel 20.

[0115] According to a variant of the invention not shown, the first face 24 is devoid of a fixing element, in particular a fixing groove 36. Thus, in this configuration of figure 4, the lugs ensure the vertical maintenance of the additional elements in the fixing grooves.

[0116] The hinged shutter 10 according to the invention comprises at least one gripping member 40 secured to the panel.

[0117] According to a first exemplary embodiment of the invention visible in figures 1 and 7, the gripping member 40 is a handle 40, integral with the panel 20 around an axis of rotation, here defined in a non-limiting manner by a vertical rod 41.

[0118] In particular, the rod 41 of the gripping member 40 extends parallel to the second axis of rotation A2 of the panel 20 and in clearances, not visible, formed in the thickness of the latter so as to allow its rotation.

[0119] Alternatively, the axis of rotation of the gripping member can be formed by two lugs.

[0120] The gripping member 40, according to the first embodiment of the invention, then comprises two arms 43 secured to the rod 41 which extend towards one of the vertical sides 22 of the frame 16 when the hinged shutter 10 is in a neutral position.

[0121] The arms 43 are connected to each other at their end by a handle 45, here vertical.

[0122] The panel 20 then comprises two slots 47, which extend in the longitudinal direction L of the frame 16 when the hinged shutter 10 is in its neutral position, and are formed in such a way that they allow the arms 43 to pass through the panel 20 when the gripping member 40 pivots around its rod 41.

[0123] Thus, it is understood that when the panel 20 rotates in the frame 16, the handle 40 can pivot to one side or the other of the face of the panel 20 in order to facilitate gripping and closing of the hinged shutter 10 by the user.

[0124] Furthermore, when the handle 40 pivots, the rotation of the rod 41 activates at least one trigger, not visible, intended to block the panel 20 relative to the frame 16. Advantageously, the gripping member 40 is arranged on the panel 20 in such a way that, when the hinged shutter 10 is in its uncovered position, the gripping member 40 is located close to the opening, that is to say close to the pivoting members 14.

[0125] Such positioning of the gripping member 40 makes it easier for a user to grasp it.

[0126] According to a second exemplary embodiment of the invention visible in figures 2 and 3, the gripping member 40 is pivotally mounted relative to the panel 20, along a pivot axis P parallel to the second axis of rotation A2 of the panel 20 and distinct from the latter.

[0127] More precisely, here, the gripping member 40 takes the form of a rod 40 which can pivot around the pivot axis P relative to the panel 20.

[0128] The rod 40 extends in the vertical direction V and is secured to the panel 20 in such a way that it is able to cooperate with fixing elements 42 secured to the vertical sides 22a of the frame 16, outside the receiving housing 18.

[0129] The rod 40 then comprises a complementary fixing member 44, for example a fixing lug, capable of cooperating with the fixing elements 42 mentioned above.

[0130] The rod 40 thus extends outside the receiving housing 18 of the panel 20 so as to cooperate with the fixing elements 42 secured to the vertical sides 22a of the frame 16.

[0131] Furthermore, the rod 40 extends over a vertical dimension greater than the panel 20.

[0132] Thus, it is understood that in the illustrated embodiment, the rod 40 extends vertically beyond the receiving housing 18 defined by the frame 16, to the longitudinal sides 22b of the frame 16.

[0133] It is then understood that the rod 40 is intended to extend only on one of the sides of the hinged shutter 10.

[0134] The rod 40 is secured to the panel 20 via fixing elements, for example and in a non-limiting manner by hinges or tabs, or any other means as long as this allows the pivoting of the rod 40 around its pivot axis P as mentioned previously.

[0135] In order to allow the pivoting of the rod 40 over a greater amplitude, the second rib 34 extending along the same side of the panel comprises clearances of material opposite the elements for fixing the rod 40 to the panel 20.

[0136] Furthermore, the rod 40 is arranged relative to the panel 20 in such a way that, when the hinged shutter 10 is in its uncovered position, the rod 40 is located close to the opening, that is to say close to the pivoting members 14.

[0137] More precisely, the rod 40 is arranged relative to the panel 20 in such a way that when the hinged shutter 10 is in its uncovered position, and the first face 24 carrying the additional elements is turned away from the wall, the rod 40 extends opposite the vertical side 22a of the frame 16 secured to the pivoting members 14.

[0138] It is then understood that the rod 40 is integral in movement with the panel 20. Depending on the rotation of the panel 20, the rod 40 is then opposite one or other of the vertical sides 22a of the frame 16, such that its complementary fixing member 44 cooperates with one or other of the fixing elements 42.

[0139] The rod 40 then makes it possible on the one hand to form the gripping member of the hinged shutter 10 and also forms an element for locking the panel 20 in position relative to the frame 16 by cooperation of the complementary fixing member 44 with one of the fixing elements 42.

[0140] As clearly visible in Figure 2, the hinged shutter 10 advantageously comprises closing cleats 39, integral with the wall, configured to cooperate with the rod 41, making it possible to maintain the hinged shutter 10 in its covering position.

[0141] According to another example of the invention visible in figures 8 and 9, the gripping member 40 takes the form of a pivoting handle block 40 which extends into the panel 20.

[0142] More precisely, the panel 20 comprises a clearance of material in which the handle block 40 is housed. The handle block 40 is then pivotally mounted relative to the panel 20 around a pivot axis P parallel and distinct from the second rotation axis A2 of the panel 20.

[0143] Furthermore, the clearance of material housing the handle block 40 comprises a stop 51 allowing the handle block 40 to be locked in rotation at 180° around the pivot axis P.

[0144] In the example of the invention illustrated, the stop 51 formed in the clearance of material takes the form of a groove which extends in the vertical direction V of the frame 16, along an inner edge of said clearance.

[0145] The handle block 40 is arranged relative to the panel 20 in such a way that when the hinged shutter 10 is in its uncovered position, and the first face 24 carrying the additional elements is turned away from the wall, the handle block 40 extends opposite the vertical side 22a of the frame 16 secured to the pivoting members 14.

[0146] An advantage of such a handle block 40 will be discussed later in the detailed description.

[0147] Furthermore, as seen in Figures 8 and 10, the hinged shutter 10 comprises a locking cleat 61, intended to be secured to the wall, and configured to lock the hinged shutter 10 against the latter.

[0148] For this purpose, the locking cleat 61 is presented, for example, as an elastically deformable tongue 63, one end of which has an excess thickness 65.

[0149] The tab 63 is then configured to fit between the panel 20 and the frame 16 when the hinged shutter 10 is in its neutral position, against the wall.

[0150] The excess thickness 65 formed at the end of the tongue 63 then makes it possible to hold the panel 20 relative to the wall.

[0151] The panel 20 can then comprise a clearance of peripheral material so as to allow the passage of the tongue 63 comprising the excess thickness 65 between the panel 20 and the frame 16.

[0152] It is further understood that the locking cleat 61 is configured such that the pivoting of the panel 20 by the user when moving the hinged shutter 10 releases the panel 20 from the constraint of the locking cleat 61.

[0153] It should also be considered that the locking cleat can be made of any material, elastically deformable or not, as long as it allows the locking function of the hinged shutter as described above.

[0154] In a third embodiment of the invention shown in Figures 13 to 16, the hinged shutter 10 further comprises a hinge 49, which is one of the pivoting members 14.

[0155] Advantageously, the hinged shutter 10 also comprises an electric cable 48 and an electric junction 56. As clearly visible in FIG. 14, the electric cable 48 passes through the wall, the frame 16 and the panel 20. The electric cable 48 makes it possible, for example, to supply electricity to the additional element 38 or to transport the electricity produced by the additional element 38 to the interior of the building. The hinge 49 is then configured to allow the electric cable 48 to pass between the wall and the frame 16.

[0156] As seen in Figure 13, as well as in Figure 15 showing an exploded view of the hinge 49, the hinge 49 comprises an angled hinge 50, a hinge pin 51, a hinge portion to be fixed 52 and a hinge connector 53.

[0157] Advantageously, it further comprises a rotating collector 54 and an electric cable cover 55, in order to make the passage of the electric cable 48 possible and aesthetic.

[0158] Alternatively, in the absence of an electric cable 48, the hinge 49 allows the hinged shutter 10 to be connected to the wall as described below, without being configured to make the passage of an electric cable possible and aesthetic.

[0159] The hinge portion to be fixed 52 is secured to the wall. The hinge pin 51 fits with the hinge portion to be fixed 52 and pivots relative to the hinge portion to be fixed 52 around the first axis of rotation A1, allowing the hinged shutter 10 to pivot around this axis.

[0160] The angled hinge 50 is secured to the hinge pin 51 by being inserted into a first slot 62 located on the hinge pin 51. The angled hinge 50 can take various shapes and dimensions, so as to adapt to any type of hinge pin 51. The hinge connector 53 is, once mounted, secured to the frame 16 and the angled hinge 50. It is via the hinge connector 53 that the angled hinge 50 is fixed to the frame 16. The hinge connector 53 is advantageously a parallelepiped part, intended to be inserted into the hollow frame 16 and of parallelepiped section, in particular square, preferably with truncated corners. The hinge connector 53 comprises a second slot 57 for receiving the angled hinge 50. Similarly, the frame 16 comprises a third slot 60 for receiving the angled hinge 50.The hinge connector 53 makes it possible to adapt the hinge 49 to any type of frame 16, as well as to provide mechanical reinforcement to the hinge.

[0161] 49 to support the weight of the frame 16.

[0162] As clearly visible in Figure 15, the third slot 60 located on the frame 16 is longer than the length necessary to receive the angled hinge 50. Thus, several positions of the angled hinge 50 are possible along the vertical direction V. The choice of the position of the angled hinge

[0163] 50 allows adjustment of the position of the hinged shutter 10 relative to the wall in the vertical direction V.

[0164] Similarly, the angled hinge can be inserted more or less deeply into the first slot 62 located on the hinge pin 51. This variation in depth makes it possible to vary the depth of the hinged shutter 10, that is to say its distance from the wall.

[0165] In other words, the particular structure of the hinge 49 makes it possible to adjust the position of the hinged shutter 10 both in height, that is to say in its vertical direction V, and in depth, that is to say in its longitudinal direction L when it is in the uncovered or covered position.

[0166] The rotating collector 54 is preferably mounted to pivot relative to the hinge portion to be fixed 52 and receives the electric cable 48, so as to avoid twisting of the electric cable 48 when the hinged shutter 10 pivots around the first axis of rotation A1.

[0167] The electric cable cover 55 is mounted integral with the angled hinge 50 and is configured to house the electric cable 48, between the rotating collector 54 and the frame 16. As visible in FIG. 15, the electric cable cover 55 is advantageously a substantially parallelepiped element, configured to be fitted with the angled hinge 50, and comprising a cavity 58 intended to receive the electric cable 48, visible in the insert (E) of FIG. 16 which presents a sectional view of the electric cable cover 55.

[0168] The electrical junction 56, visible in Figures 13 and 14, is positioned on the second axis of rotation A2 and configured to allow the passage of the electrical cable 48 between the frame 16 and the panel 20. In particular, in the case where the second axis of rotation A2 is movable in translation relative to the frame 16 in the longitudinal direction of the frame 16, the electrical junction 56 is also movable in translation relative to the frame 16 in the longitudinal direction of the frame 16, for example by sliding along a groove 64 formed on a horizontal upright of the frame 16.

[0169] Thus, the additional element 38 can be electrically powered from inside the building, or can itself electrically power the building when it is a photovoltaic panel, while avoiding the risk of twisting or cutting the electrical cable 48 when folding the hinged panel 10, and while preserving the aesthetic appearance of the hinged shutter 10, by masking the passage of the electrical cable 48.

[0170] The method of covering the opening 12 of the wall by means of the hinged shutter 10 according to the invention will now be described with reference to FIG. 11.

[0171] It should be considered that the implementation of the covering method is carried out when the hinged shutter 10 is in its position of uncovering the opening 12, that is to say against the wall, as illustrated in figure 1 1 a.

[0172] More particularly, in the uncovered position of the hinged shutter 10 visible in FIG. 11 a, the panel 20 is in its neutral position and the first face 24 carrying the additional elements 38 extends opposite the wall. The first face 24 of the panel 20 is thus visible to a user from the outside.

[0173] Thus, in a first step, a user grasps the gripping member 40 secured to the panel 20. Advantage is then taken of the gripping member 40 positioned close to the pivoting members 14 in such a configuration of the hinged shutter 10, in that it facilitates its grasp by the user who is at the level of the opening 12.

[0174] Once the gripping member 40 is grasped, the user can then exert a translational force on the gripping member 40, towards the opening, so as to move the hinged shutter 10 as seen in figures 11 b and 11 c.

[0175] The translational force exerted on the gripping member 40 then has the effect of causing the panel 20 to move around its second axis of rotation A2 so that it remains substantially parallel to the wall, while the frame 16 pivots around its first axis of rotation A1.

[0176] Such a movement of the panel 20 relative to the frame 16 makes it possible to keep the first face 24 carrying the additional elements 38 opposite the wall.

[0177] It is then understood that during the second step, the panel 20 rotates in the frame 16 around its second axis of rotation A2 while the frame 16 pivots around its first axis of rotation A1.

[0178] Subsequently, in a third step, the hinged shutter 10 is in its position covering the opening and the panel 20 is in its pivoting position, as seen in FIG. 11 d, in which the first face 24 carrying the additional elements 38 extends opposite the opening.

[0179] It is thus understood that during the operation of folding the hinged shutter 10, it is not necessary to remove the additional elements carried by the first face of the panel.

[0180] The invention also makes it possible to secure the additional elements by placing them on the interior side of the building.

[0181] In other words, the invention allows the additional elements 38 to be exposed both to the outside and to the inside of the building, regardless of the position of the hinged shutter 10.

[0182] In addition, the position of the gripping member makes it easier for a user to grasp, and thus reduces the risk of falling for a user who no longer has to bend down to grasp the end of the shutter. In addition, the user no longer has to leave the house to close the shutters. The invention also reduces the risk of pinching fingers or improper handling.

[0183] Thus, the advantage of the hinged shutter as just described is taken in that it solves both the security problems regarding its closure mentioned previously, and also allows for an ornamental or utilitarian exterior surface to be provided thanks to one of the faces of the hinged shutter panel being able to remain outside independently of the position of the hinged shutter.

[0184] Whatever the embodiment, the pivoting panel 20 may be a photovoltaic panel.

[0185] According to a variant of the invention, not shown, applicable to all embodiments, the pivoting panel 20 is tiltable around a secondary axis, not parallel to the second axis of rotation A2, in particular perpendicular to this second axis of rotation A2. In the case of a photovoltaic panel, this tilting makes it possible to increase the efficiency of the photovoltaic panel by optimizing its orientation relative to the sun.

[0186] Any feature described above for one embodiment or variation may be implemented in the other embodiments and variations described above as well, as far as technically possible.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Swinging shutter (10) configured to be pivotally movable about a first axis of rotation (A1), between a covering position and an uncovering position of an opening (12) formed in a wall, the swinging shutter (10) comprising at least one peripheral frame (16) delimiting a receiving housing (18) of a panel (20), the panel (20) being movable in the frame (16) at 180° about a second axis of rotation (A2) and such that the panel (20) extends fully in the frame (16) in a neutral position and in a pivoting position at 180° relative to the neutral position, a stop device (30) extending between the panel (20) and the frame (16) so as to allow rotation of the panel (20) in the frame (16) at 180°, in which at least one gripping member (40) of the hinged shutter (10) secured to the panel (20) is pivotally mounted relative to the panel (20),along a pivot axis (P) parallel to the second axis of rotation (A2) of the panel (20)., 2. Swinging shutter (10) according to the preceding claim, in which the second axis of rotation (A2) of the panel (20) extends parallel to the first axis of rotation (A1) of the swinging shutter (10).

3. Swinging shutter (10) according to claim 1 or 2, in which the gripping member (40) takes the form of a handle block (40) pivoting about the pivot axis (P) and which extends into the panel (20).

4. Swinging shutter (10) according to claim 1 or 2, in which the gripping member (40) takes the form of a rod (40) movable in pivoting relative to the panel (20) around the pivot axis (P), the rod (40) extending outside the panel (20).

5. A swing shutter (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the stop device (30) comprises a first rib (32) which extends along the frame (16) in the receiving housing (18), and a pair of second ribs (34) which extend along the panel (20), opposite one another and such that they are able to cooperate alternately with the first rib (32), the ribs (32, 34) extending parallel to the second axis of rotation (A2).

6. Swinging shutter (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the panel (20) comprises at least one face (24) on which extends at least one fixing element (36) of an additional element (38).

7. Swinging shutter (10) according to the preceding claim, wherein the panel (20) is configured such that the face (24) comprising the fixing elements (36) of the additional element (38) extends opposite the wall in the uncovered position of the swinging shutter (10) and extends opposite the opening (12) in the covering position of the swinging shutter (10).

8. Swinging shutter (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising a locking cleat (61), intended to be secured to the wall and comprising a tongue (63) one end of which has an excess thickness (65), the tongue (63) being configured to be housed between the panel (20) and the frame (16) when the swinging shutter (10) is in the uncovered position.

9. Swinging shutter (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the second axis of rotation (A2) is movable relative to the frame (16) in translation along a longitudinal direction of the frame (16) parallel to a horizontal upright of the frame.

10. Swinging shutter (10) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising at least one hinge (49), the hinge (49) comprising: - an angled hinge (50); - a hinge pin (51) secured to the angled hinge (50); - a portion of hinge to be fixed (52), secured to the wall and pivoting relative to the hinge pin (51) around the first axis of rotation (A1); and - a hinge connector (53), secured to the frame (16) and the angled hinge (50), by means of which the angled hinge (50) is fixed to the frame (16).

11. Swinging shutter (10) according to claim 10, in which the hinge pin (51) comprises a first slot (62) receiving the angled hinge (50), the angled hinge (50) being able to be more or less deeply inserted into the first slot (62).

12. Swinging shutter (10) according to claim 10 or 11, in which the hinge connector (53) comprises a second slot (57), the frame (16) comprises a third slot (60), the second and third slots receiving the angled hinge (50), the third slot (60) having a length in the vertical direction (V) greater than necessary to receive the angled hinge (50).

13. Swinging shutter (10) according to any one of claims 10 to 12, comprising: - at least one electric cable (48) passing through the wall, the frame (16) and the panel (20); and - at least one electrical junction (56), positioned on the second axis of rotation (A2) and configured to allow the passage of at least one electrical cable (48) between the frame (16) and the panel (20), and wherein the hinge (49) is configured to allow the passage of the at least one electric cable (48) between the wall and the frame (16), the hinge (49) comprising: - a rotating collector (54), and - an electric cable cover (55), integral with the angled hinge (49) and comprising a cavity (58) configured to house the at least one electrical cable (48) between the rotating collector (54) and the frame (16).

14. Swing shutter (10) according to claim 13, in which the electrical junction (56) is movable in translation relative to the frame (16), in the longitudinal direction of the frame, in particular by sliding along a groove (64) formed on a horizontal upright of the frame.

15. An assembly comprising a wall provided with an opening (12) and a hinged shutter (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 14, the hinged shutter (10) being configured such that it is capable of covering or uncovering the opening (12) of the wall.

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