Partitions and partition connectors

Abstract

To provide a partition and a connector for the partition capable of realizing both easy adjusting and holding of an angle between panels.SOLUTION: Provided is a partition for partitioning a space, the partition comprising a pair of panels adjacent to each other and a connector for connecting the pair of panels. The connector has a pair of fixed components and a crosslinking component. The pair of fixed components are fixed to at least top edges of the pair of panels respectively, and rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other. In the crosslinking component, its one end is connected to the one fixed component fixed to the one panel, and the other end makes it slidable along a top edge of the other panel according to the rotation. The above slide enables the pair of panels to be held at plural angles between them.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 7

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a partition for dividing an indoor space or an outdoor space, and a partition connector. [Background technology]

[0002] BACKGROUND ART Conventionally, there has been known a connecting device for partition panels that connects a pair of adjacent panels at a predetermined angle to partition a space.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 listed below discloses a connecting device that attaches fixing members to the upper ends of a pair of adjacent panels and is provided with a connector that connects the fixing members of both panels so that the panels form a predetermined angle.

[0004] More specifically, the above-mentioned connecting device is configured to regulate the angle between the connecting device and each panel by engaging a shoulder formed on the connecting device with a step formed on the fixing member at the position where the connecting device overlaps with the fixing member of both panels.

[0005] This makes it possible to prevent the angle between the panels from shifting after connecting a pair of adjacent panels at a predetermined angle. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] Jikko No. 63-24757 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0007] However, the above-mentioned connecting device is based on the premise of connecting a pair of adjacent panels at a predetermined angle and does not allow for flexible angle adjustment, so there is a problem in that it is not possible to easily adjust and maintain the angle between the panels at the same time.

[0008] In view of the above circumstances, an object of the present invention is to provide a partition and a partition connector that can easily adjust and maintain the angle between panels. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] To achieve the above object, one aspect of the present invention provides a partition for dividing a space, comprising a pair of adjacent panels and a connector connecting the pair of panels. The connector has a pair of fixing members and a bridging member. The pair of fixing members are fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, and rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other. The bridging member has one end connected to one of the fixing members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end slidable along the upper end of the other panel in response to the rotation, and the sliding movement allows the angle between the pair of panels to be maintained at multiple angles.

[0010] With this configuration, the rotation of the panels to adjust the angle between the panels and the sliding of the bridge member that can maintain the angle between the panels are linked, making it possible to both easily adjust and maintain the angle between the panels.

[0011] The bridging member may have, at the other end thereof, a locking portion that can lock the other end at any position on the upper end of the other panel.

[0012] According to this configuration, the angle between the panels can be maintained at any angle, thereby improving the convenience for the user when installing the partition.

[0013] The locking portion may have an operating portion that can switch between a slidable state in which the other end portion can slide over the upper end of the other panel and a non-slidable state in which the other end portion is non-slidably locked to the upper end of the other panel.

[0014] This configuration allows the angle between the panels to be adjusted and maintained with easier operation. Furthermore, the angle between the panels can be easily readjusted even after the partition has been installed. Specifically, the operating unit may be a screw or a button.

[0015] The bridging member may be rotatable about the one end portion. In this case, the pair of panels may be rotatable in conjunction with the rotation of the bridging member about the one end portion, with the angle between the pair of panels being between 0 and 180 degrees.

[0016] This configuration allows for flexible layout of the partitions.

[0017] The bridging member may be formed in a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels when the angle between the pair of fixing members and the pair of panels is 0 degrees.

[0018] According to this configuration, the partitions can be folded and stacked when not in use, which improves convenience when storing the partitions.

[0019] The other fixed member may have a rail member that supports the other end of the bridge member so that the other end can slide along the upper end.

[0020] According to this configuration, even if the upper end of the panel is not formed in a shape that allows the bridging member to slide, the rail portion of the fixing member allows the bridging member to slide.

[0021] The partition may further include an extension connector that connects the ends of the pair of panels opposite to the ends connected by the connector to an end of another panel.

[0022] With this configuration, the panels can be fixed together with the extension connectors to expand the partition space.

[0023] Another aspect of the present invention is a connector for partitions that connects a pair of adjacent panels to form a space, and includes a pair of fixing members and a bridging member. The pair of fixing members are fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, and rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other. One end of the bridging member is connected to one of the fixing members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end is slidable along the upper end of the other panel in response to the rotation, and this sliding movement allows the pair of panels to be maintained at multiple angles. [Effects of the Invention]

[0024] As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to easily adjust and maintain the angle between panels, but this effect does not limit the present invention. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0025] [Figure 1] 1 is a front view of a partition according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the upper connector of the partition in FIG. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the lower connector of the partition in FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. [Figure 5] 10A and 10B are diagrams illustrating a movable range of a fixing member of the connector. [Figure 6] 10 is a diagram showing the range of motion of a bridge member of the connector. FIG. [Figure 7] 10A to 10C are diagrams showing a method of rotating the connector. [Figure 8] 10A to 10C are diagrams illustrating a method of operating an operating portion of the connector. [Figure 9A] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing the partition in a folded state (the angle between the panels is 0 degrees). [Figure 9B] This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 45 degrees. [Figure 9C]This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 90 degrees. [Figure 9D] This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 135 degrees. [Figure 9E] This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 180 degrees. [Figure 10] This is a plan view showing the partition to which another panel is connected. [Figure 11] 11 shows details of the extension link of FIG. 10. FIG. [Figure 12] 11 is a detailed view of the extension connector of FIG. 10 attached to the bottom of a panel. FIG. [Figure 13] FIG. 10 is a front view showing the periphery of a connector for a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention. [Figure 14] 14 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA in FIG. 13. [Figure 15A] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention in a folded state (the angle between panels is 0 degrees). [Figure 15B] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a state in which the angle between panels of a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention is 45 degrees. [Figure 16] FIG. 10 is a front view showing the periphery of a connector for a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention. [Figure 17] 17 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 16 taken along line B-B. [Figure 18A] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention in a folded state (the angle between panels is 0 degrees). [Figure 18B] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a state in which the angle between panels of a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention is 45 degrees. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0026] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0027] [Partition Overview] FIG. 1 is a front view of a partition in this embodiment.

[0028] As shown in the figure, the partition 100 of this embodiment divides one space (room, etc.) into multiple spaces (rooms, etc.) and is used, for example, in evacuation shelters where residents take refuge in the event of a disaster, but may also be used in other locations.

[0029] As shown in these figures, the partition 100 of this embodiment has a pair of adjacent panels 1 (panel 1a and panel 1b), an upper connector 2 that rotatably connects the pair of panels 1 at the upper ends of the panels 1, and a lower connector 3 that rotatably connects the pair of panels 1 at the lower ends of the panels 1.

[0030] The panel 1 is composed of a rectangular panel material 11, vertical frames 12 provided on the left and right ends of the panel material 11, and horizontal frames 13 provided on the top and bottom ends of the panel material 11. The thickness of the panel material 11 is approximately 10 mm, but is not limited to this. The panel material 11 is made of, for example, synthetic resin or wood, and the vertical frames 12 and horizontal frames 13 are made of metal such as aluminum, but the materials are not limited to these.

[0031] An elastic member 5 is provided between the adjacent vertical frames 12 of both panels 1, and functions as a screen to cover the gap between the panels 1. The elastic member 5 is made of resin such as synthetic rubber, for example.

[0032] Legs 4 are provided on the bottom surface of each panel 1, for example at both ends, to support the entire partition 100. The height of the legs 4 is greater than the thickness of the lower connector 3.

[0033] Although the panel 1 can be rotated using only the upper connector 2, by connecting and supporting the lower end of the panel 1 with the lower connector 3, rattling of the partition 100 is prevented.

[0034] [Connector details] Next, the above-mentioned connector will be described in detail. Fig. 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the upper connector 2 of the partition 100 in Fig. 1. Fig. 3 is an enlarged view of the area around the lower connector 3 of the partition 100 in Fig. 1. Fig. 4 is an exploded plan view of the above-mentioned upper connector 2.

[0035] As shown in FIGS. 2 and 4, the upper connector 2 has a pair of fixing members (a first fixing member 21 and a second fixing member 22) and a bridging member 31.

[0036] The first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 function as hinges, are fixed to the upper ends of the panels 1, and connect the pair of panels 1 to each other so that they can rotate.

[0037] Specifically, the first fixing member 21 has a connecting portion insertion hole 26 and screw holes 28a, 28b, 28c, and 28d from one end to the other end, and the second fixing member 22 has a connecting portion insertion hole 27 and screw holes 29a, 29b, 29c, and 29d from one end to the other end.

[0038] The first fixing member 21 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1a via the screw holes 28a and 28b, and is screwed to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1a via the screw hole 28d.

[0039] Similarly, the second fixing member 21 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1b via the screw holes 29a and 29b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b via the screw hole 29d.

[0040] Furthermore, the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 are rotatably connected by a connecting portion 24 (e.g., a pin) with the connecting portion insertion hole 26 of the first fixing member 21 and the connecting portion insertion hole 27 of the second fixing member 22 communicating with each other.

[0041] The first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 of the upper connecting device 2 are also used as the lower connecting device 3 (hinge).

[0042] That is, first fixing member 21 of lower connector 3 is used in an orientation opposite to that in which it is fixed to panel 1 in upper connector 3, and is screwed to vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1b via screw holes 28a and 28b, and to horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b via screw hole 28d. Furthermore, screw hole 28c of first fixing member 21 is used when attaching leg 4 to the bottom surface of the other panel 1b.

[0043] Similarly, the second fixing member 22 of the lower connector 3 is used in an orientation opposite to that in which it is fixed to the panel 1 in the upper connector 3, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1a via screw holes 29a and 29b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1a via screw hole 29d. Furthermore, the screw hole 29c of the second fixing member 22 is used when attaching the leg 4 to the bottom surface of one panel 1a.

[0044] One end of the bridging member 31 is connected to a fixing member (first fixing member 21) at the upper end of one panel 1a, and the other end is connected to the upper end of the other panel 1b. The bridging member 31 is slidable along the upper end of the other panel 1b in response to the rotation of the panel 1, and this sliding movement makes it possible to maintain the angle between the pair of panels 1 at any angle.

[0045] Specifically, the bridging member 31 has a connecting portion insertion hole 33 at one end thereof, and the first fixing member 21 has a connecting portion insertion hole 25 at the other end (the end opposite to the connecting portion insertion hole 26). The bridging member 31 and the first fixing member 21 are rotatably connected by a connecting portion 23 (for example, a pin) with the connecting portion insertion hole 33 and the connecting portion insertion hole 25 communicating with each other.

[0046] The bridging member 31 also has a locking portion 32 at the other end portion thereof that can lock the other end portion at any position on the upper end of the other panel 1b.

[0047] Fig. 5 is a diagram showing the range of motion of one fixing member (second fixing member 22) of the upper connector 2. Fig. 6 is a diagram showing the range of motion of bridging member 31 of the upper connector 2. Fig. 7 is a diagram showing how to rotate the upper connector 2, and Fig. 8 is a diagram showing how to operate the operating part of the upper connector 2.

[0048] As shown in FIG. 5, second fixing member 22 is rotatable with first fixing member 21 at an angle between 0 and 180 degrees around connecting portion 24 as a rotation axis (similar to first fixing member 21).

[0049] As shown in FIG. 6, the bridge member 31 can rotate around the connecting portion 23 as a rotation axis, and the angle formed with the first fixing member 21 can be between 0 degrees and 180 degrees.

[0050] Therefore, as shown in Figure 7, the pair of panels 1 can rotate between 0 and 180 degrees (arrow B in the same figure) in conjunction with the rotation of the bridging member 31 around the connecting portion 23 and the sliding of the locking portion 32 along the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b (arrow A in the same figure).

[0051] As shown in the same figure, the engaging portion 32 of the bridging member 31 is connected to a rail 14 formed along the longitudinal direction on the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b, and is capable of sliding on the rail 14.

[0052] 8, the locking portion 32 of the bridging member 31 has, for example, a thumbscrew bolt-shaped operating portion (knob) 34. The operating portion 34 can be switched between a slidable state (FIG. 8(A)) in which the locking portion 32 (the other end of the bridging member 31) can slide on the upper end of the other panel 1b, and a non-slidable state (FIG. 8(B)) in which the locking portion 32 is non-slidably locked to the upper end of the other panel 1b.

[0053] Specifically, the operating unit 34 has a bolt 35 inserted into the rail 14 of the horizontal frame 13, a nut 36 threaded onto the bolt 35 within the rail 14, and a washer 37 interposed between the bridge member 31 and the rail 14.

[0054] The nut 36 has a polygonal shape, and the side of the nut 36 abuts against the inner surface of the rail 14, restricting its rotation. Therefore, when the user rotates the operating unit 34 with their finger in the direction of the arrow in Figure 1(B) from the slidable state shown in Figure 1(A) and the bolt 35 rotates, the nut 36 moves upward, and the rail 14 (horizontal frame 13) is tightened between the washer 37 and the bridging member 31, and as shown in Figure 1(B), the other end of the bridging member 31 is locked onto the rail 14, restricting its sliding.

[0055] [Partition behavior] Next, the operation of the partition 100 configured as above will be described.

[0056] FIG. 9A is a plan view showing the partition 100 in a folded state (the angle between the panels 1 is 0 degrees). FIG. 9B is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between the panels 1 is 45 degrees. FIG. 9C is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between the panels 1 is 90 degrees. FIG. 9D is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between the panels 1 is 135 degrees. FIG. 9E is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between the panels 1 is 180 degrees.

[0057] As shown in Figure 9A, the bridging member 31 is formed in a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of overlapping panels 1 when the angle between the first fixing member 21, the second fixing member 22, and the pair of panels 1 to which they are fixed is 0 degrees.

[0058] Furthermore, the connecting portion 24 connecting the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 is formed so as to overlap the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 by approximately half of their respective widths (thickness of the panel 1), so that the connecting portion 24 does not increase the thickness of the partition 100 when it is folded.

[0059] This allows a plurality of partitions 100 to be stored or put away by overlapping or stacking them when not in use.

[0060] When this partition 100 is not in use, and when it is in use, as shown in Figures 9B to 9E, the bridging member 31 is slid on the rail 14 while the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 are rotated to unfold the panel 1, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to 45 degrees, 90 degrees, 135 degrees, 180 degrees, or any other angle, and then the bridging member 31 is locked onto the rail 14 using the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), thereby allowing the partition 100 to be set at any angle.

[0061] [Partition extension and connection function] Although one partition 100 consisting of a pair of panels 1 has been shown above, when dividing an actual space, a plurality of partitions 100 and panels 1 are connected to form the layout of the space.

[0062] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing the partition 100 to which another panel 1 is connected.

[0063] As shown in the lower left of the figure, the partition 100 may be connected to another panel or another partition 100 using an upper connector 2 (and a lower connector 3) similar to those provided on the partition 100. This allows the layout to be freely changed by adjusting the angle between the panels 1 to any angle as described above, even after connection using the upper connector 2.

[0064] On the other hand, as shown in the upper right of the figure, when the panels 1 are connected in a straight line (the angle between the panels 1 is 180 degrees), or when angle adjustment after connection is not required, an extension connector 6 that does not need to rotate and is separate from the upper connector 2 (and lower connector 3) may be used between the panels 1. In other words, the extension connector 6 is used to connect the end of one of the pair of panels 1 of the partition 100 opposite the end connected by the upper connector 2 to the end of another panel.

[0065] Figure 11 is a diagram showing details of the extension connector 6 of Figure 10. Figure 11(A) is a plan view, Figure 11(B) is an enlarged front view of the panel 1 before it is connected, and Figure 11(C) is an enlarged front view of the panel 1 in the connected state.

[0066] As shown in the same figure, the extension connecting device 6 has a first extension connecting member 61 fixed to the upper end of one of the two panels 1 to be connected, panel 1A, and a second extension connecting member 62 fixed to the upper end of the other panel 1B.

[0067] The first elongated connecting member 61 has screw holes 65a, 65b, 65c, and 65d similar to those of the first fixing member 21, and the second elongated connecting member 62 has screw holes 66a, 66b, 66c, and 66d similar to those of the second fixing member 22.

[0068] The first extension connecting member 61 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1A via the screw hole 65a and the screw hole 65b, and is screwed to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1A via the screw hole 65d.

[0069] Similarly, the second extension connecting member 62 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1B via the screw holes 66a and 66b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1B via the screw hole 66d.

[0070] In addition, the first extension connecting member 61 has a connecting hole 63 at one end, and the second extension connecting member 62 has a protrusion 64 at one end, and the two panels 1A and 1B are connected by inserting the protrusion 64 into the connecting hole 63.

[0071] The extension connector 6 is used not only to connect the upper ends of the panels 1 but also to connect the lower ends of the panels 1.

[0072] 12, the first extension connecting member 61 is used at the bottom end of the panel 1 in an inverted orientation from the orientation at which it is fixed at the top end of the panel 1, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1B via screw holes 65a and 65b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1B via screw hole 65d. Furthermore, the screw hole 65c of the first extension connecting member 61 is used to attach the leg 4 to the bottom surface of the other panel 1B.

[0073] Similarly, the second extension connecting member 62 is used in an inverted orientation relative to the orientation in which it is fixed at the top end of the panel 1, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1A via screw holes 66a and 66b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1A via screw hole 66d. Furthermore, the screw hole 66c of the second extension connecting member 62 is used when attaching the leg 4 to the bottom surface of one panel 1A.

[0074] In this way, by using the extension connector 6, it is possible to widen the partition space by fixing the panels 1 together, which does not require angle adjustment.

[0075] As described above, according to this embodiment, it is possible to easily adjust and maintain the angle between panels 1 of the partition 100, and by connecting adjacent panels 1 so that they can be maintained at the desired angle, it is possible to easily form a partition space according to the usage situation.

[0076] [Variations] The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present technology.

[0077] (First Modification) First, a first modified example of the present invention will be described. Fig. 13 is a front view showing the periphery of the upper connector 2 of a partition 100 according to the first modified example of the present invention. Fig. 14 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in Fig. 13. Fig. 15A is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 13 in a folded state (the angle between the panels 1 is 0 degrees), and Fig. 15B is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 13 in a state where the angle between the panels 1 is 45 degrees.

[0078] In the above-described embodiment, the bridging member 31 was configured to slide on the rails 14 formed on the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b. In contrast, in this modified example, the horizontal frame 13, the vertical frame 12, and the elastic member 5 are eliminated, and the second fixing member 22 is elongated (second fixing member 220), a rail portion 221 is formed on the upper surface of the elongated portion, and the locking portion 32 of the bridging member 31 is connected to the second fixing member 220 so as to slide on the rail portion 221.

[0079] As shown in Figure 14, the rail portion 221 is able to slide on the locking portion 32 and has a thickness (depth) that allows a certain amount of space to be secured below the locking portion 32, and is fixed to the panel material 11 with a screw S by utilizing this internal space.

[0080] In this modified example, as in the above-described embodiment, when the partition 100 is not in use as shown in Fig. 15A, the upper connector 2 and the lower connector 3 can be formed into a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels 1, allowing for compact storage. Also, as shown in Fig. 15B, by rotating the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 220 while sliding the bridging member 31 on the rail portion 221, the panels 1 can be unfolded, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to any angle. After that, the bridging member 31 can be locked onto the rail portion 221 with the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), allowing the partition 100 to be set at any angle.

[0081] In this way, by providing the rail portion 221 on the second fixing member 220, the bridging member 31 can be slid even if the upper end of the panel 1 is not formed in a shape that allows the bridging member 31 to slide.

[0082] Furthermore, since there is no need to provide rails on the horizontal frames 13, it is possible to omit the horizontal frames 13, the vertical frames 12, and the elastic members 5. This reduces the number of parts in the partition 100, thereby reducing costs.

[0083] (Second Modification) Next, a second modified example of the present invention will be described. Fig. 16 is a front view showing the periphery of the upper connector 2 of a partition 100 according to the second modified example of the present invention, and Fig. 17 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line BB in Fig. 16. Fig. 18A is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 16 in a folded state (the angle between the panels 1 is 0 degrees), and Fig. 18B is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 16 in a state where the angle between the panels 1 is 45 degrees.

[0084] In the above-described embodiment, the bridging member 31 was configured to slide on the rails 14 formed on the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b. In contrast, in this modified example, the horizontal frame 13, the vertical frame 12, and the elastic member 5 are eliminated, and a rail material 140 on which the bridging member 31 can slide is embedded in the upper end of the other panel 1b (panel material 11).

[0085] As shown in Figure 17, the rail material 140 is able to slide over the locking portion 32 and has a thickness (depth) that allows a certain amount of space to be secured below the locking portion 32, and is fixed to the panel material 11 with screws S by utilizing this internal space.

[0086] In this modified example, as in the above-described embodiment, when the partition 100 is not in use as shown in Fig. 18A, the upper connector 2 and the lower connector 3 can be formed into a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels 1, allowing for compact storage. Also, as shown in Fig. 18B, by rotating the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 while sliding the bridging member 31 on the rail material 140, the panels 1 can be unfolded, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to any angle. After that, the bridging member 31 can be locked onto the rail material 140 with the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), allowing the partition 100 to be installed at any angle.

[0087] By providing the rail material 140 at the upper end of the panel 1 in this manner, the horizontal frame 13, the vertical frame 12 and the elastic member 5 can be omitted, reducing the number of parts of the partition 100 and cutting costs.

[0088] (Other variations) In the above-described embodiment, a thumbscrew bolt is used as the operating unit 34, but for example, the other end of the bridge member 31 may be switched between a slidable state and a non-slidable state using a push-button type locking device that moves up and down using a spring.

[0089] In the above-described embodiment, the angle between the panels 1 could be adjusted to any angle between 0 and 180 degrees by sliding the bridging member 31 on the rails 14, but it may also be possible to adjust the angle in stages to multiple angles (for example, five stages of 0, 45, 90, 135, and 180 degrees) rather than to any angle. In this case, multiple locking portions, such as recesses, may be provided on the rails 14 corresponding to the above stages.

[0090] Alternatively, instead of providing the locking portion 32 as in the above-described embodiment, the coefficient of friction between the bridging member 31 and the rail 14 may be increased by, for example, changing the material of the bridging member 31 and / or the rail 14, and the user may adjust the angle between the panels 11 by moving the bridging member 31 against the frictional force.

[0091] In the above-described embodiment, the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 of the upper connecting part 2 are used as the lower connecting device 3, but fixing members dedicated to the lower connecting device 3 may be used separately from the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22. [Explanation of symbols]

[0092] 1...Panel 2...Top connector 3...Lower connector 4…Legs 5...Elastic member 6...Extension connector 11...Panel material 12...Vertical frame 13...Horizontal frame 14...Rail 21...First fixing member 22...Second fixing member 23,24...Connection part 25, 26, 27...Connecting part insertion holes 28a, 28b, 28c, 28d…screw hole 29a, 29b, 29c, 29d...Screw holes 31...Bridge member 32...Latching part 33...Connecting part insertion hole 34...Operation unit 35...volts 36...Nut 37...washer 61...First extension connecting member 62...Second extension connecting member 63...Connection hole 64...Convex part 65a, 65b, 65c, 65d...Screw holes 66a, 66b, 66c, 66d...Screw holes 100...Partition 140...Rail material 220...Second fixing member 221...Rail section S...Screw

Claims

1. A partition that divides a space, A pair of adjacent panels; a connector for connecting the pair of panels, The pair of panels have rails at their upper ends, The connector is a pair of fixing members fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, to rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other; a bridging member having one end connected to one of the fixed members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end sliding on the rail of the other panel in response to the rotation, the bridging member bridging the pair of panels so that the angle between the panels can be maintained at a plurality of angles by the sliding movement; A partition having:

2. 2. The partition according to claim 1, The bridge member has a locking portion at the other end thereof that can lock the other end at any position on the rail of the other panel. Partition.

3. 3. The partition according to claim 2, The locking portion has an operating portion that can switch between a slidable state in which the other end portion is slidable on the rail of the other panel and a non-slidable state in which the other end portion is non-slidably locked to the rail of the other panel. Partition.

4. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The bridge member is rotatable about the one end portion, The pair of panels can rotate between 0 degrees and 180 degrees in conjunction with the rotation of the bridge member around the one end. Partition.

5. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The width of the pair of fixing members and the bridging member in the thickness direction of the pair of panels is formed to a length that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels when the angle between the pair of panels is 0 degrees. Partition.

6. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 5, The panel further includes an extension connector that connects the end of the pair of panels opposite to the end connected by the connector to the end of another panel. Partition.

7. A partition that divides a space, A pair of adjacent panels; a connector for connecting the pair of panels, The connector is a pair of fixing members, each of which includes one fixing member fixed to an upper end of one of the pair of panels and another fixing member fixed to an upper end of the other of the pair of panels and having a rail portion, and which rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other; a bridge member having one end connected to the one fixed member fixed to the one panel, and the other end sliding on the rail portion of the other fixed member in response to the rotation, the bridge member bridging the pair of panels so that the angle between the panels can be maintained at a plurality of angles by the sliding movement; A partition having:

8. A connector for partitions that connects a pair of adjacent panels to partition a space, a pair of fixing members that can rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other, the pair of fixing members including one fixing member that can be fixed to an upper end of one of the pair of panels and another fixing member that can be fixed to an upper end of the other of the pair of panels and has a rail portion; a bridging member having one end connectable to one of the fixing members fixed to one of the panels, and having the other end sliding on the rail portion of the other fixing member fixed to the other panel in response to the rotation, and capable of bridging between the pair of panels by the sliding so as to maintain the angle between the pair of panels at a plurality of angles; A partition connector comprising:

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