hanger

Abstract

The objective is to provide a hanger that can prevent stretching of the neckline of clothing. [Solution] The hanger 100 comprises a main body 10 with a hook 11 formed at its upper end, a pair of arms 40 rotatably attached to the main body 10 and spaced apart in the width direction so as to be rotatable between a folded position and an unfolded position, an operating member 20 operably provided on the main body 10, and is configured such that the pair of arms can be moved between a folded position and an unfolded position by operating the operating member 20.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a hanger.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, a hanger as shown in Patent Document 1 has been proposed.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In a conventional hanger, for clothing such as a T-shirt that does not have buttons on the front side, when hanging the clothing on the hanger, the neck circumference is pulled, the opening around the neck is greatly widened, and the hanger is inserted into this opening and hung on the hanger. For this reason, there was a risk that the neck circumference of the clothing would stretch.

[0005] An object of the present invention is to provide a hanger that can suppress the stretching of the neck circumference of clothing.

[0006] The purpose of the present invention is not limited thereto, and the applicant intends to obtain rights through divisional applications, amendments, etc., for configurations that aim to obtain the effects derived from the components of the configuration disclosed in this specification and the drawings, etc. For example, problems that can be described as "can be achieved" in this specification are disclosed in this specification if they are reinterpreted as "the problem is...". Each problem is described independently, and the applicant intends to obtain rights to each configuration for solving each problem independently through divisional applications, amendments, etc. Even if a problem is implicitly understood from the description in the specification, the applicant intends to include a part of the configuration described in this specification in the claims through amendment or divisional application. Furthermore, configurations that solve problems by combining these independent problems are also disclosed, and the applicant intends to obtain rights to them. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] (1) A main body (10) having a hook (11) formed at its upper end, A pair of arms (40) are rotatably attached to the main body (10) and are spaced apart in the width direction so as to be rotatable between a folded position and an unfolded position, An operating member (20) is provided in the main body so as to be operable, It has, It would be preferable to provide a hanger configured such that a pair of arms are moved between the folded position and the unfolded position by operating the operating member.

[0008] According to this design, the arms can be inserted into the neck opening of the garment in their folded position, and then unfolded to hang the garment on a hanger. In this way, there is no need to widen the neck opening, thus providing a hanger that can prevent the neck opening of the garment from stretching. In other words, because the arms are compactly folded in the folded position, the load on the neck opening can be reduced. This hanger is designed so that each time the user grips the handle towards the beam, the pair of arms alternate between unfolding and folding. In other words, by simply repeating a one-handed operation of gripping the handle, the user can alternately extend and fold the pair of arms, achieving extremely high operability. Furthermore, the arms can be deployed with a single touch, improving operability and allowing the user to protect the neck area of ​​their clothing without any cumbersome steps.

[0009] (2) The main body may have a pair of movable members (30) that are spaced apart in the width direction and movable in the vertical direction, the upper end of which is rotatably connected to the lower end of the operating member and the lower end of which is rotatably connected to the arm.

[0010] According to this design, power is reliably transmitted from the operating member to the arm via the moving member, resulting in stable deployment and folding of the arm. Therefore, the user can rotate both arms in conjunction simply by moving the operating member up and down, allowing for smooth attachment and detachment of clothing to and from the hanger without damaging the neck opening of the garment.

[0011] (3) The movable member may have an engagement mechanism that maintains the vertical position of the movable member on the main body when the arm is in the deployed position.

[0012] According to this design, when the arm is extended, the vertical position of the moving member is maintained, ensuring that the arm is securely held in the extended position and functioning as a locking mechanism. This prevents the arm from rotating unintentionally when a garment is hung on it, thus preventing the arm from folding unexpectedly during use. Consequently, the garment is prevented from falling off the hanger.

[0013] (4) The engagement mechanism is Between the pair of the aforementioned movable members, the main body is equipped with a pair of sliding members (70) that are movable in the width direction, An engaging portion (30c) is formed on the inner side in the width direction of each of the pair of movable members. When the arm is in the deployed position, the sliding member engages with the engaging portion, preventing the vertical movement of the moving member and holding the arm in the deployed position.

[0014] This design ensures that the vertical position of the moving member is reliably maintained when the arm is extended, thus more reliably preventing the arm from unexpectedly folding during use. As a result, the garment is reliably prevented from falling off the hanger.

[0015] (5) The engagement portion is The first projection (30d) protrudes further inward from the inside in the width direction of the moving member, The moving member is further provided with a second projection (30e) that protrudes inward from below the first projection on the inner side in the width direction, The sliding member is, A base shaft portion (71) extending in the width direction, A first engaging portion (72) protrudes outward and upward in the width direction from the outer end of the base portion in the width direction, The base shaft portion 71 is provided with a second engaging portion (73) that protrudes outward in the width direction and downward from its outer end in the width direction, When the arm portion is in the folded position, the tip of the first projection is positioned and engages between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion. When the arm portion is in the deployed position, it is preferable that the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion are positioned and engaged between the first projection and the second projection.

[0016] According to this design, the arms can be fixed in either the folded or extended position, suppressing malfunctions and wobbling depending on the usage situation. In other words, damage to the clothing due to unintended arm movements is suppressed.

[0017] (6) A holding member (80) is positioned in the main body between the pair of moving members, It is preferable to have a second biasing member (62) that connects the holding member and the sliding member.

[0018] According to this, the sliding member can be attached to the main body part so as to be movable in the width direction, and can always be returned to a predetermined position by the second biasing member. In this way, since the sliding member is surely attached to the main body part, the movement to the engaging part is stabilized, and the locking / unlocking operation of the arm part is smoothly performed.

[0019] (7) A guide groove (13a) for guiding the movement of the sliding member (70) in the width direction may be formed in the main body part (10), and the sliding member may be slidably fitted in the guide groove.

[0020] According to this, since the sliding member moves along the guide groove, the movement of the sliding member is limited in the width direction, and lateral play and skewing are unlikely to occur. For this reason, unnecessary movement other than the sliding direction is suppressed, the movement is reliable and smooth, the displacement and inclination of the sliding member are prevented, and accurate positioning to the engaging part is achieved, so that the locking and unlocking of the arm part are further stabilized. The operability and reliability are improved, and as a result, the operation of hanging the clothes on the hanger can be surely realized without widening the neck circumference of the clothes. In addition, since the operating force is efficiently transmitted, the operating feeling of the user is improved, and the arm part can be smoothly deployed and folded with a small force.

[0021] (8) The first protrusion may be inclined so as to be positioned downward as it is positioned inward in the width direction.

[0022] According to this, when the user pulls up the operation member upward and the pair of moving members move upward, the first engaging part of the sliding member is pressed against the first protrusion, and the pair of moving members move inward in the width direction, and the first engaging part rides over the first protrusion. For this reason, the first engaging part and the second engaging part can be surely arranged and engaged between the first protrusion and the second protrusion. In addition, unnecessary catching between the first engaging part and the first protrusion is prevented and the sliding is smooth, and a user-friendly hanger can be provided with a small force for the user to pull up the operation member.

[0023] (9) A first sliding inclined surface (30f) is formed on the upper side of the second projection, which is inclined to be located upward as it is located outward in the width direction. The tip of the second engaging portion has a third sliding inclined surface (73b) that is inclined to be located upward as it moves outward in the width direction. When the arm portion is in the deployed position, the first sliding inclined surface and the third sliding inclined surface face each other. In this state, when the operating member is lifted upward and the pair of moving members are moved upward, the first sliding inclined surface and the third sliding inclined surface slide against each other, causing the pair of sliding members to move inward in the width direction, and the first engaging portion and the first projection to separate in the width direction. In this state, when the upward lifting of the operating member is released, the pair of moving members move downward, and the vertical position of the pair of moving members is fixed with the first projection positioned between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion, so that the pair of arm portions are folded.

[0024] According to this design, when the arms are in the extended position, if the user pulls the operating member upward and then releases it, a pair of moving members move downward, causing the pair of arms to fold. This makes it possible to quickly return the arms to the folded state.

[0025] (10) The movable member is A first member (31) is connected to the operating member and has the engagement portion formed thereon, It consists of a second member (32) connected to the aforementioned arm portion, The first member and the second member may be connected by a first biasing member (61).

[0026] According to this design, when the user operates the control member to rotate the arm between the folded and unfolded positions, the extension and retraction of the first biasing member allows the arm to rotate smoothly. As a result, the user can rotate the arm between the folded and unfolded positions with less force. In addition, the first biasing member acts as a cushion to absorb impact, preventing wear and damage between components and contributing to a longer lifespan for the hanger.

[0027] (11) It is preferable to have a cover member (18) positioned opposite the main body so as to cover the pair of movable members.

[0028] This design helps to prevent clothing from getting caught or soiled due to direct contact with the moving parts. Furthermore, the cover protects the moving and sliding parts, preventing dust and dirt from entering, thus maintaining smooth operation over long-term use. Additionally, the cover conceals the mechanism, giving the hanger a sleeker appearance and contributing to improved design and ease of use.

[0029] (12) The pair of arms in the deployed position are rotatably connected by a plurality of connecting members (51-54) that connect the outer ends in the width direction of each other. The ends of the connecting members should be rotatably connected to each other.

[0030] According to this design, when the arms are extended, other clothing or accessories can be hung on the multiple connecting members, further improving convenience. In addition, since the outer ends of the arms are connected by connecting members, the strength and stability of the hanger can be improved. Furthermore, it is possible to prevent the ends of the arms from opening too wide, thus preventing excessive spreading that could injure the neck area.

[0031] Furthermore, the symbols in parentheses for each means described in this section and in the claims are merely examples showing the correspondence with the specific means described in the embodiments below, and do not affect the scope of rights in the claims. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0032] [Figure 1] This is a front view of the hanger of one embodiment of the present invention before deployment. [Figure 2] This is a front view of the hanger with the cover member removed from Figure 1. [Figure 3] Figure 2 is a front view of the hanger after the arm section has been deployed. [Figure 4] This is a detailed view of the engaging portion and the sliding member. [Figure 5] This is an explanatory diagram showing the usage of a hanger. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0033] (Hanger structure) Below, a hanger 100, which is an embodiment of the present invention, will be described with reference to Figures 1 to 4. The hanger 100 is also called a T-shirt / sweater protective hanger or a smooth hanger. Figures 2 and 3 show the hanger with the cover member 18, which will be described later, removed for convenience. As shown in Figures 1 to 3, the hanger 100 has a main body 10, a cover member 18, an operating member 20, a pair of movable members 30, a pair of arm parts 40, first connecting members 51 to fourth connecting members 54, a pair of sliding members 70, and a holding member 80, and these parts are made of synthetic resin or the like.

[0034] As shown in Figure 2, the main body 10 consists of a rectangular plate-shaped base 15 and a rectangular frame-shaped frame 16 connected to the upper end of the base 15. A rectangular window opening 16x is formed inside the frame 16.

[0035] An inverted J-shaped hook 11 is connected to a rod-shaped beam portion 16a that extends in the width direction and is the upper end of the frame portion 16. The hook 11 is hooked onto a support such as a hanger rack, and the hanger 100 is suspended from the support. Finger-grip recesses 16b are formed on both sides of the connection portion of the beam portion 16a with the hook 11. As will be described later, these finger-grip recesses 16b are for the user to place their thumb or other fingers when gripping the beam portion 16a and the grip portion 22 to bring them close together in order to extend the arm portion 40.

[0036] At the upper end of the base portion 15, a pair of rectangular plate-shaped projections, which are stopper portions 12, are formed side by side in the width direction. These stopper portions 12 face a pair of contact portions 23 of the operating member 20, which will be described later, and by contacting the pair of contact portions 23, they prevent the operating member 20 from moving any further upward.

[0037] As shown in Figure 2, the base portion 15 has a pair of rectangular plate-shaped connecting portions 17 protruding from both edges in the width direction, extending vertically. As shown in Figure 1, a rectangular cover member 18, similar in shape to the base portion 15, is positioned opposite and spaced apart from the base portion 15. Both edges of the cover member 18 in the width direction are connected to the pair of connecting portions 17. The cover member 18 is intended to prevent the components placed on the base portion 15 from falling off and to prevent contact between the covering and the components placed on the base portion 15. Note that, as shown in Figure 3, the connecting portions 17 are not formed at the lower end of the base portion 15 so that the arm portion 40, which will be described later, can be deployed.

[0038] A pair of arms 40 are rotatably mounted on the lower end of the base 15, aligned in the width direction. Each arm 40 consists of a first arm 41 and a second arm 42. As shown in Figure 2, when the arms 40 are closed (folded), the first arm 41 is a rod-shaped member extending in the vertical direction, and the second arm 42 is a rod-shaped member extending in the width direction. The second arm 42 is shorter than the first arm 41, connects slightly below the upper end of the first arm 41, and extends outward from this connection point. The first arm 41 and the second arm 42 are perpendicular to each other. A C-shaped pivot support 42b, opening outward in the width direction, is formed at the outer end of the second arm 42.

[0039] An annular pivot portion 41a is formed at the upper end of the first arm portion 41. A through hole 41b is formed in the pivot portion 41a. A support shaft 19, attached to the lower end of the base portion 15, is inserted through the through hole 41b. With this configuration, the pair of arm portions 40 are rotatably attached to the lower end of the base portion 15 and can rotate between the folded position shown in Figures 1 and 2 and the unfolded position shown in Figure 3. The pair of arm portions 40 are arranged spaced apart in the width direction so that the first arm portions 41 of each arm portion face each other.

[0040] One end of the first connecting member 51 is rotatably attached to the lower end of the left first arm 41. One end of the second connecting member 52 is rotatably attached to the other end of the first connecting member 51. One end of the third connecting member 53 is rotatably attached to the other end of the second connecting member 52. One end of the fourth connecting member 54 is rotatably attached to the other end of the third connecting member 53. The other end of the fourth connecting member 54 is rotatably attached to the lower end of the right first arm 41. As shown in Figure 2, when the pair of arms 40 are closed, the first connecting members 51 to the fourth connecting members 54 are arranged in a zigzag M-shape.

[0041] A pair of movable members 30 are arranged side by side in the width direction on the base 15. The movable member 30 consists of an upper first member 31 and a second member 32 positioned below the first member 31. The second member 32 is rod-shaped and extends in the vertical direction. A support shaft 32x is formed at the lower end of the second member 32. The support shaft 32x is rotatably engaged with the pivot portion 42b of the second arm 42.

[0042] The lower end of the first member 31 is connected to the upper end of the second member 32 by a biasing member, the first coil spring 61. The first member 31 is composed of a first side 31a and a second side 31b. The first side 31a is rod-shaped and is slightly inclined so that it is positioned inward in the width direction as it moves upward relative to the vertical. The lower end of the second side 31b is connected to the upper end of the first side 31a and is also inclined so that it is positioned inward in the width direction as it moves further upward than the first side 31a.

[0043] An engaging portion 30c is formed on the inside of the first side 31a. The engaging portion 30c consists of a first projection 30d and a second projection 30e. The first projection 30d is a plate-like structure that protrudes inward slightly below the connection portion between the first side 31a and the second side 31b in the width direction. The first projection 30d is inclined so that it is positioned downward as it moves inward in the width direction. The second projection 30e protrudes inward at a position lower than the first projection 30d on the first side 31a. In other words, the first projection 30d and the second projection 30e are opposite each other. As shown in Figure 4, a first sliding inclined surface 30f is formed on the upper side of the second projection 30e, which is inclined so that it is positioned upward as it moves outward in the width direction. As shown in Figure 2, a C-shaped pivot support portion 31f that opens upward is formed at the upper end of the second side 31b.

[0044] The operating member 20 consists of a pair of rod-shaped connecting parts 21 that extend vertically and are arranged opposite each other in the width direction, and a rod-shaped gripping part 22 that connects the upper ends of the pair of connecting parts 21. Wave-shaped protrusions are continuously formed on the lower surface of the gripping part 22 to make it easier for the user to grip. A support shaft 21a is formed at the lower end of each connecting part 21. This support shaft 21a is rotatably engaged with the pivot part 31f of the movable member 30. Projecting contact parts 23 are formed on the opposing inner surfaces of each of the pair of connecting parts 21. These contact parts 23 each face the stopper part 12 formed at the upper end of the base part 15.

[0045] The retaining member 80 is cylindrical and is attached to the base 15 between the pair of movable members 30, with its width direction as the longitudinal direction. In this embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the retaining member 80 is rectangular.

[0046] A pair of sliding members 70 are mounted on the base 15, spaced apart in the width direction and movable in the width direction. Each sliding member 70 consists of a base shaft portion 71, a first engaging portion 72, and a second engaging portion 73.

[0047] The base shaft portion 71 is rod-shaped and extends in the width direction. In this embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the base shaft portion 71 is square. The inner end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction is inserted through the retaining member 80. Two second coil springs 62, which are biasing members attached to the inner circumferential surface of the retaining member 80, are attached to the inner end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction. In other words, the second coil springs 62 are located inside the retaining member 80, between the base shaft portion 71 and the inner wall of the retaining member 80, and are connected to them. The two second coil springs 62 are arranged so as to sandwich the base shaft portion 71. In this way, the sliding member 70 is attached to the retaining member 80 via the two second coil springs 62.

[0048] A pair of plate-shaped guide portions 13 are formed on the base portions 15 at both ends in the width direction of the holding member 80, and are arranged facing each other in the vertical direction. A guide groove 13a is formed between these two guide portions 13. The intermediate portion of the base shaft portion 71 is fitted into the guide groove 13a and is guided by being sandwiched between the pair of guide portions 13. With this configuration, the sliding member 70 is arranged on the base portion 15 so as to be movable in the width direction.

[0049] The first engaging portion 72 protrudes outward and upward in the width direction from the outer end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction. As shown in Figure 4(A), an arc-shaped first sliding surface 72a is formed on the lower surface of the first engaging portion 72, that is, the portion of the first engaging portion 72 facing the first projection 30d when the arm portion 40 is closed. As shown in Figure 4(A), the first sliding surface 72a slides against the upper surface of the first projection 30d.

[0050] The second engaging portion 73 protrudes outward and downward in the width direction from the outer end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction. On the upper surface of the second engaging portion 73, that is, the surface facing the first engaging portion 72 when the arm portion 40 is closed, a second sliding surface 73a is formed, which is located downward as it moves outward in the width direction. The second sliding surface 73a has a cross-sectional shape that is substantially arc-shaped. At the tip of the second engaging portion 73, a third sliding inclined surface 73b is formed, which is inclined so as it moves outward in the width direction.

[0051] As shown in Figure 2, when the hanger 100's arm portion 40 is in the folded position before deployment, the first projection 30d of the movable member 30 is positioned between the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73. In other words, the tip of the first projection 30d is positioned at the connection point between the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73.

[0052] (Explanation of how to use the hanger) The method of using the hanger 100 will be explained below with reference to Figure 5. As shown in Figure 5(A), with the arm portion 40 in the folded position with the arm portion closed, insert the hanger 100 around the neckline 901 of a garment 900 such as a T-shirt. Next, as shown in Figure 5(B), when the grip portion 22 is grasped together with the beam portion 16a, the operating member 20 and the pair of moving members 30 move upward, and as a result of this movement, the arm portion 40 rotates around the pivot shaft 19 and unfolds. In this state, as shown in Figure 4(A), as the movable member 30 moves upward, the tip of the first projection 30d slides against the second sliding surface 73a of the second engaging portion 73, causing the sliding member 70 to move inward in the width direction, the first projection 30d to move over the second engaging portion 73, and the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73 to be positioned and engage with the engaging portion 30c formed between the first projection 30d and the second projection 30e (state shown in Figure 4(B)). In this state, since the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73 are engaged with the engaging portion 30c, the movable member 30 remains in an upward position, the pair of arms 40 remain in an extended position, the first arm 41 of the pair of arms 40 is positioned inside both shoulder portions 902 of the garment 900, and the garment 900 is hung on the hanger 100.

[0053] The operation to close the arm portion 40, which is in the deployed state, is described below. When the user grasps the grip portion 22 together with the beam portion 16a, the pair of movable members 30 move upward. Then, the third sliding inclined surface 73b of the second engaging portion 73 is pressed against the first sliding inclined surface 30f of the second projection 30e, and the pair of sliding members 70 move inward in the width direction (state shown in Figure 4(C)), the contact portion 23 comes into contact with the stopper portion 12, and the upward movement of the movable members 30 is prevented. In this state, as shown in Figure 4(C), the first engaging portion 72 and the first projection 30d are separated in the width direction, and the engagement between the first engaging portion 72 and the first projection 30d is released. In this state, when the user releases their hand from the gripping part 22, the pair of movable members 30 move downward due to the weight of the pair of arms 40, the first connecting members 51 to the fourth connecting members 54, the pair of movable members 30, and the operating member 20. As shown in Figure 4(A), the first projection 30d engages between the first engaging part 72 and the second engaging part 73, fixing the vertical position of the pair of movable members 30, and the pair of arms 40 return to the closed state as shown in Figures 1 and 2.

[0054] (The effect of hangers) The effects of the hanger 100 of this embodiment will be described below. The hanger 100 of this embodiment comprises a main body portion 10 with a hook 11 formed at its upper end, a pair of arms 40 rotatably attached to the main body portion 10 and spaced apart in the width direction so as to be rotatable between a folded position and an unfolded position, and an operating member 20 operably provided on the main body portion 10. The operating member 20 is configured to move the pair of arms 40 between a folded position and an extended position.

[0055] According to this design, the arm portion 40 can be inserted into the neck opening of the garment in its folded position, and then the arm portion 40 can be unfolded to hang the garment on the hanger 100. This eliminates the need to widen the neck opening, making it possible to provide a hanger 100 that can prevent the neck opening of the garment from stretching. In addition, since the arm portion 40 is compactly folded in the folded position, the load on the neck opening can be reduced. This hanger 100 is configured such that each time a user grips the handle 22 toward the beam 16a, the pair of arms 40 alternately move between extended and folded states. In other words, by simply repeating the easy one-handed operation of gripping the handle 22, the user can alternately extend and fold the pair of arms 40, achieving extremely high operability. Furthermore, the arm section 40 can be deployed with a single touch, improving operability, so the user can protect the neck area of ​​their clothing without any troublesome steps.

[0056] Furthermore, the main body 10 is spaced apart in the width direction and is provided to be movable in the vertical direction. The upper end of the movable member 30 is rotatably connected to the lower end of the operating member 20, and the lower end of the movable member 30 is rotatably connected to the arm 40.

[0057] According to this design, power is reliably transmitted from the operating member 20 to the arm 40 via the moving member 30, ensuring stable deployment and folding of the arm 40. The user can rotate the left and right arm 40 in conjunction simply by moving the operating member 20 up and down, allowing for smooth attachment and detachment of clothing to and from the hanger without damaging the neck opening of the garment.

[0058] Furthermore, it has an engagement mechanism that maintains the vertical position of the movable member 30 on the main body 10 when the arm portion 40 is in the deployed position.

[0059] According to this, when the arm portion 40 is deployed, the vertical position of the movable member 30 is maintained, so that the arm portion 40 is securely held in the deployed position and functions as a locking mechanism, preventing the arm portion 40 from rotating on its own when clothing is hung on it and preventing it from unexpectedly folding during use. As a result, clothing is prevented from falling off the hanger 100.

[0060] Furthermore, the engagement mechanism includes a pair of sliding members 70 that are mounted on the main body 10 so as to be movable in the width direction between the pair of movable members 30. Engaging portions 30c are formed on the inside of each of the pair of movable members 30 in the width direction. When the arm portion 40 is in the deployed position, the sliding members 70 engage with the engaging portions 30c, preventing the vertical movement of the movable members 30 and holding the arm portion 40 in the deployed position.

[0061] According to this, a mechanism can be realized in which the vertical position of the movable member 30 is reliably maintained when the arm portion 40 is deployed, thereby more reliably preventing the arm portion 40 from unexpectedly folding during use. As a result, the garment is reliably prevented from falling off the hanger 100.

[0062] Furthermore, the engaging portion 30c may include a first projection 30d that protrudes further inward from the inside in the width direction of the movable member 30, and a second projection 30e that protrudes further inward from below the first projection 30d on the inside in the width direction of the movable member 30. The sliding member 70 may include a base shaft portion 71 that extends in the width direction, a first engaging portion 72 that protrudes outward and upward in the width direction from the outer end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction, and a second engaging portion 73 that protrudes outward and downward in the width direction from the outer end of the base shaft portion 71 in the width direction. When the arm portion 40 is in the folded position, the tip of the first projection 30d is positioned and engaged between the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73, and when the arm portion 40 is in the deployed position, the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73 are positioned and engaged between the first projection 30d and the second projection 30e.

[0063] According to this design, the arm 40 can be securely fixed in either the folded or unfolded position, thereby suppressing malfunctions and wobbling depending on the usage situation. In other words, it is possible to reduce the risk of the clothing being damaged by unintended movements of the arm 40.

[0064] Furthermore, it includes a holding member 80 positioned in the main body 10 between the pair of movable members 30, and a second coil spring 62 connecting the holding member 80 and the sliding member 70.

[0065] According to this, the sliding member 70 can be attached to the main body 10 in a state that allows it to move in the width direction, and can always be returned to a predetermined position by the second coil spring 62. The positioning of the sliding member 70 is stable, and the locking and unlocking operation of the arm 40 can be performed smoothly.

[0066] Furthermore, the main body portion 10 has a guide groove 13a that guides the movement of the sliding member 70 in the width direction, and the sliding member 70 is slidably fitted into the guide groove 13a.

[0067] According to this design, the sliding member 70 moves along the guide groove 13a, making lateral movement and diagonal movement less likely, suppressing unnecessary movements and ensuring reliable and smooth movement. By preventing misalignment and tilting of the sliding member 70 and achieving accurate positioning with the engagement portion 30c, the locking and unlocking of the arm portion 40 becomes more stable. The efficiency of force transmission is also improved, allowing the arm portion 40 to be deployed and folded with less force, and enabling the garment to be reliably hung on a hanger without widening the neckline of the garment.

[0068] Furthermore, the first projection 30d is inclined so that it is positioned lower the further inward it is in the width direction.

[0069] According to this design, when the operating member 20 is pulled upward and the moving member 30 moves upward, the first engaging portion 72 of the sliding member 70 is pressed against the first projection 30d, causing the moving member 30 to move inward in the width direction, and the first engaging portion 72 rides up over the first projection 30d. Unnecessary snagging between the first engaging portion 72 and the first projection 30d is less likely to occur, and smooth sliding is possible, requiring less force to pull up the operating member 20, thus providing an easy-to-use hanger. In addition, the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73 can be reliably engaged between the first projection 30d and the second projection 30e.

[0070] Furthermore, it is preferable that a first sliding inclined surface 30f is formed on the upper side of the second projection 30e, which is inclined so that it is positioned higher the further it is positioned outward in the width direction. And it is preferable that a third sliding inclined surface 73b is formed on the tip of the second engaging portion 73, which is inclined so that it is positioned higher the further it is positioned outward in the width direction. When the arm portion 40 is in the deployed position, with the first sliding inclined surface 30f and the third sliding inclined surface 73b facing each other, when the operating member 20 is lifted upward and the moving member 30 moves upward, both inclined surfaces slide, causing the sliding member 70 to move inward in the width direction, and the first engaging portion 72 and the first projection 30d are separated in the width direction. When the operating member 20 is returned downward in this state, the moving member 30 moves downward and the first projection 30d is fixed in a position between the first engaging portion 72 and the second engaging portion 73, and the arm portion 40 is folded.

[0071] According to this, when the arm portion 40 is in the extended position, if the user pulls the operating member 20 upward and then releases the operating member 20, the moving member 30 moves downward, quickly returning the arm portion 40 to the folded position. This allows for efficient operation of the hanger 100, even when changing clothes continuously.

[0072] Furthermore, the movable member 30 is composed of a first member 31 connected to the operating member 20 and having an engaging portion 30c formed thereon, and a second member 32 connected to the arm portion 40, and the first member 31 and the second member 32 are connected by a first coil spring 61.

[0073] According to this design, when the user operates the operating member 20 to rotate the arm 40 between the folded position and the unfolded position, the extension and retraction of the first coil spring 61 causes the arm 40 to move smoothly. As a result, the arm 40 can be rotated between the folded position and the unfolded position with less force, and it also acts as a cushion to absorb shock, suppressing wear and damage between components and contributing to the overall longer lifespan of the hanger.

[0074] Furthermore, it has a cover member 18 positioned opposite the main body 10 so as to cover the pair of movable members 30 and sliding members 70.

[0075] This design prevents clothing from getting caught or soiled due to direct contact with the moving member 30 or sliding member 70. Furthermore, the cover member 18 protects the mechanism, making it difficult for dust and dirt to enter, thus maintaining smooth operation over a long period of time. The hanger 100 also has a sleeker appearance, contributing to improved design and ease of handling.

[0076] Furthermore, it has a plurality of connecting members 51 to 54 that rotatably connect the outer ends in the width direction of a pair of arm portions 40 in the deployed position, and the ends of the connecting members 51 to 54 are rotatably connected to each other.

[0077] According to this design, when the arm portion 40 is in the extended state, other clothing or accessories can be hung on the multiple connecting members 51-54, further improving convenience. Also, since the outer ends of the arm portions 40 are connected by the connecting members 51-54, the strength and stability of the hanger 100 can be improved. Furthermore, it is possible to prevent the tip of the arm portion 40 from opening too wide, thus preventing excessive spreading that could damage the neck area of ​​clothing.

[0078] (Other embodiments) The present invention has been described above in relation to the most practical and preferred embodiments at present. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed in this specification and can be modified as appropriate without contradicting the gist or idea of ​​the invention as can be inferred from the claims and the specification as a whole. Hanger 100 with such modifications should also be understood to be included within the technical scope of the patent.

[0079] The hanger 100 may not have the cover member 18.

[0080] Instead of the first coil spring 61 and the second coil spring 62 described above, biasing members such as rubber or elastomer may be used.

[0081] In the embodiments described above, the tips of the first arm portions 41 of the pair of arm portions 40 are connected by four connecting members 51 to 54, but the number of connecting members is not limited to four, and may be two, three, five or more.

[0082] The hanger 100 may not have the first connecting member 51 to the fourth connecting member 54. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0083] 10 Main body 11 hooks 12 Stopper part 13a Guide groove 18 Cover component 20 Operating members 23 Contact part 30 Movable member 30c Engagement part 30d 1st protrusion 30e 2nd protrusion 30f First sliding inclined surface 31 First Member 32 Second Member 40 Arm 51 First connecting member 52 Second connecting member 53 Third connecting member 54 Fourth connecting member 61. First coil spring (first biasing member) 62. Second coil spring (second biasing member) 70 Sliding member 71 Base part 72 First engagement portion 73 Second engaging portion 73b 3rd sliding slope 80 Retaining member 100 hangers

Claims

1. A main body portion (10) having a hook (11) formed at its upper end, A pair of arms (40) are rotatably attached to the main body (10) and are spaced apart in the width direction so as to be rotatable between a folded position and an unfolded position, An operating member (20) is provided in the main body so as to be operable, A pair of movable members (30) are provided on the main body so as to be movable in the vertical direction and spaced apart in the width direction, with their upper ends rotatably connected to the lower end of the operating member and their lower ends rotatably connected to the arm portion, An engagement mechanism that holds the vertical position of the movable member on the main body when the arm is in the deployed position, It has, The engagement mechanism is Between the pair of the aforementioned movable members, the main body is equipped with a pair of sliding members (70) that are movable in the width direction, An engaging portion (30c) is formed on the inner side in the width direction of each of the pair of moving members. When the arm is in the deployed position, the sliding member engages with the engaging portion, preventing the vertical movement of the moving member, and the arm is held in the deployed position. A hanger characterized in that the pair of arms are configured to move between the folded position and the unfolded position by operating the operating member.

2. The aforementioned engaging portion is The first projection (30d) protrudes further inward from the inside in the width direction of the moving member, The moving member is provided with a second projection (30e) that protrudes further inward from below the first projection on the inner side in the width direction, The sliding member is, A base shaft portion (71) extending in the width direction, A first engaging portion (72) protrudes outward and upward in the width direction from the outer end of the base portion in the width direction, The base shaft portion 71 is provided with a second engaging portion (73) that protrudes outward in the width direction and downward from its outer end in the width direction, When the arm portion is in the folded position, the tip of the first projection is positioned and engages between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion. The hanger according to claim 1, characterized in that when the arm portion is in the extended position, the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion are positioned and engaged between the first projection and the second projection.

3. A holding member (80) is positioned in the main body between the pair of moving members, The hanger according to claim 1, further comprising a second biasing member (62) connecting the holding member and the sliding member.

4. The hanger according to claim 1, characterized in that the main body portion (10) has a guide groove (13a) that guides the movement of the sliding member (70) in the width direction, and the sliding member is slidably fitted into the guide groove.

5. The hanger according to claim 2, characterized in that the first projection is inclined to be located downward as it is located inward in the width direction.

6. A first sliding inclined surface (30f) is formed on the upper side of the second projection, which is inclined to be positioned upward as it moves outward in the width direction. The tip of the second engaging portion has a third sliding inclined surface (73b) that is inclined to be located upward as it moves outward in the width direction. The hanger according to claim 5, characterized in that when the arm portion is in the deployed position, the first sliding inclined surface and the third sliding inclined surface face each other, and in this state, when the operating member is lifted upward and the pair of moving members are moved upward, the first sliding inclined surface and the third sliding inclined surface slide against each other, causing the pair of sliding members to move inward in the width direction, and the first engaging portion and the first projection to be separated in the width direction, and in this state, when the upward lifting state of the operating member is released, the pair of moving members move downward, and with the first projection positioned between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion, the vertical position of the pair of moving members is fixed, and the pair of arm portions are in a folded state.

7. The aforementioned movable member is A first member (31) connected to the operating member and having the engagement portion formed thereon, It consists of a second member (32) connected to the aforementioned arm portion, The hanger according to claim 1, characterized in that the first member and the second member are connected by a first biasing member (61).

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