SOFA ARMREST OPENING / CLOSING MECHANISM

TR202519533U3Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-22SERDAR TANRIKULU
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Authority / Receiving Office
TR · TR
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
SERDAR TANRIKULU
Filing Date
2025-12-08
Publication Date
2026-06-22
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Abstract

The invention relates to a sofa armrest opening and closing mechanism that extends the seating / reclining area of ​​seating groups such as sofas used in homes, offices, accommodation facilities, social areas, etc., while having lower labor costs, being easy and economical to assemble compared to similar products, and also taking up less space in the area where it is installed.
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Description

1 TARIFF SOFA ARMREST OPENING / CLOSING MECHANISM Technical Area 5 The invention is a sofa used in homes, offices, accommodation facilities, social areas, etc. like other products that expand the seating / reclining area in seating groups, but serve the same purpose. It requires little labor, is easy to assemble and economical, and also takes up less space in the area where it is installed. This relates to the sofa armrest opening and closing mechanism that provides the upholstery. State of the Art Nowadays, seating groups generally consist of single armchairs or multiple seating areas. It consists of sofas. Seating groups, such as sofas, basically have a lower section. a seating area, armrests on the sides and a backrest at the back, and this area There is a headrest with a headrest on top. Some seats have a backrest and are 15 inches long. The headrest can be a single fixed structure and has a backrest. There are armrests on the right and left sides of the seat. Supports are the most standard element. In some models, the wood is long and thin, while in others... In some models, these are like throw pillows / cushions and are positioned on the right and left sides of the sofa. The seats are generally slightly longer than the average human height in terms of external dimensions and are 20 cm tall. These are seating furniture pieces that are 1 / 3 the width of their length. Over time, armchairs have evolved into basic... In addition to its primary purpose of use, it can also be used for watching TV, relaxing, sleeping, etc. They have also taken on these features. Sofa beds have become more popular over time. Together, they offer the fastest and most effortless bed positioning features that everyone can use. It is expected to have this. In the lying position for this purpose, the entire human body is 25 To fit comfortably, a space longer than the seating area is needed. On the other hand, during activities such as relaxing or watching TV, one usually looks vertically at the TV. The armrests of positioned sofas also require back or head support. It is located. Many complex scissor, tool, and mechanism configurations require lengthy craftsmanship. Sofa beds have been developed that can be converted into beds by mounting them onto the seats. These complex mechanisms... Due to the pushing and pulling forces they apply over time, both the mechanisms and the main casing Various malfunctions occur, making repairs difficult and also affecting the use of the chair. It is becoming ineffective in preventing it. 35 2 With current technology, the armrests of the sofa can be positioned on the left and right sides during seating. While positioned to allow it to withstand pressure, various mechanisms enable the arms to move to the right and left. By sliding it out to the left side, it provides a longer seating area. However, the mechanisms that allow the arms to move outwards are located on the right and left sides of the sofa. They are mounted on the left side and inside the seat. This is both a bad 5 It creates an image and also increases assembly labor costs. If the seat malfunctions... The cutouts under the armrest reveal mounting points, adding to its decorative appeal. It is damaging. Current technology generally uses similar mechanisms, systems, and components to those mentioned above. 10 It has been developed and assembled into the seating group. In its most well-known form, it is the right and left side of the seating group. on their left sides are armrests, and these armrests extend outwards from the seat. By opening it, the seating area is extended. The armrests open outwards. Especially in confined spaces, sofas take up more space, and in some narrow areas... Although it fits in the areas while sitting, it becomes 15 when it switches to a lying position. This causes them to not fit. This is also insufficient in terms of seat length. This results in the inability to evaluate it. In short, it's cost-effective both in terms of assembly labor and for use in confined spaces. Improvements are needed. 20 Research into the current technology has also been conducted using f.model / patent publications. A patent search for the prior art revealed an application in classification class A47C 17 / 04. A vehicle model with registration number 2019 / 20733 belonging to the owner was found. This application concerns the headrest and armrest of the seat. Thanks to the fact that part of it can be adjusted in stages, it can be used in sitting and lying positions. This relates to the progressively adjustable headrest and arm mechanism, which provides ergonomic use. Adjustable arm components are a system with high assembly requirements that has been used for many years. In the patent search conducted for the prior art, application 30 was found in classification class A47C 17 / 36. Application number 2018 / 16050 belonging to the owner was found. This application has an L-shaped corner configuration. It has one side fixed and the other side movable, connected to each other by 5 movable connecting rods. This relates to a corner sofa that can be converted into a bed. However, the armrest element is as described above. It is included in the existing technology. 35 A patent search for the prior art revealed an application in classification class A47C 17 / 04. A patent application numbered 2018 / 03047 belonging to the owner was found. This application concerns seat movement. 3 The seat movement mechanism, which forms the main body (A) and has a monolithic structure. connecting plate (10) which increases the quality and strength of the mechanism (A) and reduces labor. and fastening the connecting plate (10) and the side trusses (20) together and preventing the welding process eliminating waste and distortions, and also the dimensions of the seat movement mechanism (A) Containing fasteners (30) that increase its precision and quality, on the back of the seats and 5 used on the arms and allowing the back and / or arms of the seat to move back and forth. It relates to a seat movement mechanism (A) that provides. It is a system related to current technology. A patent search for the prior art revealed an application in classification class A47C 17 / 04. A patent application numbered 2017 / 22941 belonging to the owner was found. This application concerns the use of 10 seats. manufactured to move the armrests and backrests, and the backrest mechanism can be adjusted as desired. By adjusting the angle and height, the seating area can be widened or the seat can be adjusted. Improvements to the seat back mechanism that allows it to be converted into a bed (from above or This application relates to armrests that are angled outwards in confined spaces. It is a system that involves opening with movement. 15 Patent searches conducted for the prior technique revealed classification class A47C 17 / 00. This invention, registered under utility model number 2011 / 11125, relates to the use of chairs in homes and offices, as well as in all types of vehicles. the headrest located above the backrest of the seats can be moved forward and backward 20 by creating stages through movement, it allows for use at different angles. It is related to the heading mechanism. Another patent search related to the previous technique; belonging to classification class A47C 7 / 00. This invention, registered under utility model number 2020 / 00071, allows for the creation of a seat back in two parts using a single slit. It is related to a mechanism that moves. 25 Another patent search related to the previous technique; belonging to classification class A47C 17 / 00. This invention, which is a utility model numbered 2016 / 00517, relates to the main part that constitutes the seating section. The body (1) can be separated from the main body (1) in such a way that it can be used in two directions. attachable structure with at least one back section (2); back section (2) can be separated from the main body (1) - 30 with at least one mounting profile (1.1) located on the main body (1) to enable it to be attached By having the same number of mounting profiles (1.1) in the back section (2), mounting profile (1.1) It consists of mounting slots (2.1) that form the section in which it is located, without any extra This relates to sofas that can be converted into beds without the use of mechanisms, attachments, elements, etc. The application requires that gaps be created inside both the backrest and armrest sections, 35 fixing the fixed mounting profiles on the main body and the aforementioned backrest V-pieces 4 It has cavities inside. In this case, the seat is on top of the main body. The remaining profiles still impose space limitations. Another patent search related to the previous technique; belonging to classification class A47C 17 / 04. The invention is a utility model numbered 2018 / 14543; It covers seating for home and office use (1), 5 The backrest (11) is used to perform opening-closing, forward-backward and somersaulting movements. It is a furniture movement mechanism, its feature is; the backrest (11) on the seat cushion (10) There are at least two bar assemblies to which the movable bar (30) is associated, determining its position. The inclusion of the hole (21) on the fixing plate (20) of the aforementioned rod mounting hole (21) 10 that restricts the movement of the movable rod (30) on the fixing plate (20) The presence of a transversely positioned claw (23) prevents the fixing plate (20) from rusting, making noise, or causing sediment. metal to prevent seat deformation and excessive chemical use It is manufactured in a composite structure by applying coatings of all kinds of materials onto it. Rusting, noise, sediment, seat deformation and high chemical To prevent its use, coating metal with any kind of material 15 It is characterized by being manufactured in a composite structure. In conclusion, its primary function is sitting, but it also serves other purposes such as sleeping and resting. The sofas you wish to use will eliminate the aforementioned drawbacks, and also... Easy-to-use, low-manufacturing-cost, and assembly-ready in 20 seconds, which will be an alternative to the developed solutions. There is a need for new, space-saving, and functional structures that take up minimal space. Purpose of the Invention The invention relates to the seating arrangements in sofas and similar seating groups used in homes, offices, and social spaces. Extending its area, not exceeding the space occupied by the sofa when used as a bed, easy to use 25 This relates to the sofa armrest opening and closing mechanism, including assembly workmanship. The primary purpose of the invention is to enable the sofa to be used in a lying or reclining position. The bed can be adjusted by raising the armrests on the right and left sides from the lying or reclining area. The goal is to increase its height. 30 Another purpose of the invention is to create a device used when lifting the armrest of a sofa from its resting area. It can be easily assembled with minimal labor. Another purpose of the invention is to allow the sofa armrest to extend outwards 35 degrees when lifted from the resting area. a solution for the sofa overflowing, extending beyond the area normally used during seating. is to ensure. Figures that will help understand the invention. Figure 1A shows the sofa armrest opening / closing mechanism in the open position. Figure 1B shows the sofa in both reclining and backrest positions. Figure 2A shows the sofa armrest opening and closing mechanism in the closed position. Figure 1B shows the sofa in the seated position. 5 Explanation of Part References 1. Sofa main frame 2nd Arm 3. Opening and closing mechanism 4. Opening and closing mechanism, movable head 10 5. Opening and closing mechanism housing 6. Opening and closing mechanism connection section Detailed Description of the Invention As can be seen in Figure-1B, the opening and closing device (3) which is the subject of the invention; sofa main 15 the opening and closing mechanism connection section (6) which provides fixing from the bottom of the casing(1) It is fixed with. As can be seen in Figure-2B, the opening and closing mechanism's movable head (4) is attached to the arm (2) bottom It is assembled from parts 20. The folding mechanism is attached to the sofa main frame (1) at one end and to the armrest (2) at the other end. The device(3) can be used in 2 different positions. The initial position is 25° with the sofa armrest opening / closing mechanism closed, as shown in Figure 2A. It is located in position. As seen in Figure-2B, it is mounted on the arm(2) and hidden under the arm(2). This position is used during normal sitting. The second position is as shown in Figure 1B, the arm (2) is raised 90° outwards, opening The closing mechanism's movable head(4) moves to the vertical position and the arm(2) to which it is attached 30 It fixes the sofa vertically relative to the main frame(1). This position is for reclining and sleeping purposes. Suitable for use or resting with the back supported by the arm(2). 6 Thus, as can be seen in Figure 1B and Figure 2B, the sofa main frame (1) is on the right and left sides. The bed length is extended without protruding outside. In addition, the opening and closing mechanism (3) is only Easy two-point mounting reduces labor time and saves on materials. As can be seen in Figure 2A, when the opening / closing device(3) is in the closed position, the opening is 5 The closing mechanism's movable head(4) is parallel to the sofa's main frame (1) and under the arm (2). It is hidden. (Figure 2B) As can be seen in Figure 1A, when the opening / closing device(3) is in the open position, the opening The closing mechanism's movable head (4) is positioned 90° vertically to the sofa's main frame (1). (Figure 1B) 10 Opening / closing device(3); easy to use, saving on assembly labor and number of parts. This provides advantages such as not protruding outwards in the opening and closing positions. Thus, the armrests (2) located on the right and left sides of the sofa main frame (1) The element can be used more efficiently, gains are achieved in lying height, rest 15 In this position, it can also serve as a back support. 25 35

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1- The invention concerns the sleeping area of ​​sofas used in homes, offices, and social spaces. sofa armrest that extends, does not protrude to the outer area, and has easy and quick assembly workmanship. It is related to the opening and closing mechanism (3), and its feature is; mounting to the sofa main frame (1) 5 opening and closing mechanism connection section(6), in the sitting position when used parallel to the sofa main frame(1), when used in reclining position The opening is positioned vertically at 90° to the sofa main frame(1) and mounted on the arm(2). the closing mechanism movable head(4), opening and closing mechanism forming the main body It contains the body(5). 10 20 30 35