BUNK BED LADDER THAT INCREASES USER SAFETY.

Abstract

This invention relates to a bunk bed ladder designed to enhance user safety in children's bunk beds used in the furniture industry. The invention encompasses a ladder structure consisting of multiple steps placed between two support panels. The steps are designed with gradually increasing widths from the top to the bottom of the ladder, allowing the user to more easily perceive the steps when descending from the upper bunk and increasing the foot contact area. The upper section of the ladder features grip areas designed to fit a child's hand anatomy, with plastic grab bars located above these areas, contributing to a secure grip for the user when climbing onto and descending the bunk bed. The front edges of the steps that come into contact with the user have a softened edge structure, increasing user comfort. The contact surfaces created at the points where the ladder connects to the bunk bed ensure a wide contact area between the ladder and the bunk bed side panel, allowing for even transfer of user loads to the supporting frame. The steps are fixed to the supporting panels using dowels, step mounting slots, and step mounting brackets. Furthermore, the ability to size the steps in different widths contributes to optimizing material usage in production from standard sheet material. The invention presents a bunk bed ladder structure that combines child safety, user ergonomics, structural strength, and production efficiency.

Description

1 TARIFF BUNK BED LADDER THAT INCREASES USER SAFETY. Technical Area This invention relates to bunk bed ladders used in the furniture industry; Bunk beds that increase the safety and ergonomics of child users, with a capacity of 5. securely fastened, improving load distribution and materials in production. It relates to a bunk bed ladder structure that ensures efficiency. State of the Art Nowadays, the ladders used in children's bunk beds are generally made of wood. They are manufactured from metal or plastic materials and are available in fixed or demountable form. 10 They are being designed. In existing staircases, the steps are mostly the same width. and are manufactured in standard sizes, with user ergonomics and safety in mind. It does not offer adequate solutions in this regard. In common practice, when descending from the upper bunk, the user, especially children, They cannot see the lower steps clearly, and this results in them incorrectly marking the steps as 15. It can increase the risk of stepping or losing balance. Also, steps The edges are sharp or not sufficiently softened, during use This can cause foot injury or increase the risk of falls. Some of the existing bunk bed ladders have a problem for the user during ascent and descent. There are no holding areas to provide support, or these areas are 20 It is not designed in sizes suitable for children's hands. In addition, Grab bars at the top of the ladder to facilitate a secure grip. It is not included in most applications. In known systems, the connection points where the ladder touches the bunk bed are usually It consists of flat surfaces, and the load is evenly distributed on the bunk bed frame. It does not provide sufficient support for transferring the existing bunk bed. The user load on the stairs is largely due to the fasteners and limited The transfer of energy is transmitted to the bunk bed frame via the contact areas. This is the connection. 2 local stress increase in the elements, relaxation in the connection areas and It can cause deformation. In addition, standard chipboard / MDF board sizes are available in current staircase designs. When considered, production efficiency is low when manufacturing steps, High waste rates can occur during the use of raw materials in production. 5 This situation leads to both increased production costs and material waste. is happening. For these reasons, we can improve the safety and ergonomics of child users by using superior... Safe, ensuring easy perception of the steps when getting down from the bunk bed. offering a grip, distributing the load evenly across the bunk bed frame, and 10 a new bunk bed ladder design that reduces material waste in the production process It is needed. Purpose of the Invention The aim of this invention is to combine safety and ergonomics for use in children's bunk beds. An innovative bunk bed ladder that increases durability and production efficiency. 15 It is about developing. One purpose of the invention is to create a gradual progression of steps from top to bottom. Thanks to its expansion, the user descending from the upper bunk can reach all the steps. The aim is to increase landing safety by ensuring that the pilot can see clearly. Another purpose of the invention is to apply a softened (soft) coating to the edges of steps. Thanks to its edge design, it prevents child users' feet from being cut or pinched. while reducing the risk of injury that may come from the edges, on the step The goal is to ensure safe use. Another purpose of the invention is to place the hand on the upper right and left sides of the ladder. with grab handles designed to be easily grasped, allowing the user to descend and get off at 25 The aim is to enable the person to receive safe assistance during the exit. 3 Another purpose of the invention is to position the top section of the staircase. Thanks to the anti-slip grip element, it prevents the user's hand from slipping. The aim is to prevent accidents and ensure a safe hold on when getting on and off the upper bunk. Another purpose of the invention is to prevent the ladder from touching multiple bunk beds. With curved contact surfaces created at the point, the ladder connects to the bunk bed frame by 5 to ensure a perfect fit and to withstand the loads generated during use The goal is to contribute to the even distribution of nutrients across the bunk bed frame. Another aim of the invention is to minimize step dimensions during the production process. raw materials are optimized in a way that will create material waste. by making its use more efficient, it reduces production costs and material waste. to reduce. This invention achieves these objectives, making it safe for child users. and a bunk bed that is ergonomic, economical and efficient to produce from the manufacturer's point of view. It aims to present the staircase. Figures to Help Understand the Invention 15 Figure 1 isometric view of the bunk bed ladder and bunk bed together. Figure 2 shows a top view of the bunk bed ladder and the bunk bed together. Figure 3 shows the bunk bed ladder and the point where the bunk bed side boards are connected, from the left. appearance. Figure 4, rear isometric view of the bunk bed ladder. 20 Figure 5 isometric view of the bunk bed ladder in its exploded state. 4 Explanation of Part References 1. Bunk bed 1.1. Bunk bed side panel 2. Stairs 2.1. Left table 5 2.2. Right panel 2.3. Grabbing element 2.4. Grab handle 2.5. Contact surface 2.6. Step 10 3. Softened edge 3.1. Dowel socket 3.2. Step mounting slot 3.3. Dowel 3.4. Cylinder puller nut 15 3.5. Cylinder puller housing Detailed Description of the Invention The invention was developed for use in children's bunk beds (1); safety, A ladder that improves ergonomics, structural strength and production efficiency (2) It is related to its structure. The subject of the invention is a "bunk bed that enhances user safety". The preferred constructions for the "staircase" limit the scope of the invention. 5 It does not aim to... and only to... the structural features and operation of the invention. It aims to provide a better understanding of the principle. Figure 1 shows the isometric view of the ladder (2) attached to the bunk bed (1). It shows. Figure 2 shows the top view of the ladder (2) attached to the bunk bed (1). It shows. Figure 3 shows the side view of the ladder (2) connecting to the bunk bed side panel (1.1). It shows the appearance. Figure 4 shows the isometric view of the staircase (2) from the rear. Figure 5 shows the exploded isometric view of the staircase (2). 15 As shown in Figure 1, the ladder (2) can be attached to the bunk bed (1) frame in a detachable manner. It connects and allows the user to safely get into and out of bed. It ensures a safe landing. As seen in Figure 4 and Figure 5, the ladder (2), left table (2.1), right table (2.2) and consists of multiple steps (2.6) fixed between them. 20 One of the key features of the invention is that the steps (2.6) are from top to bottom. It is designed with gradually expanding dimensions. In the upper region The steps located (2.6) are narrower, the steps located towards the lower regions (2.6) However, it is produced on a larger scale. Thus, the user can move from bunk bed (1) down While descending, you can see all the steps (2.6) and place your foot safely on the correct step. 25 can be positioned in a way that minimizes the risk of incorrect stepping or loss of balance. is reduced. Also, thanks to the step width increasing downwards (2.6) 6 A wide contact area is created for the user's foot, ensuring safety during use. is being increased. The front edges of the steps (2.6) that come into contact with the user have a softened edge. (3) is available. The softened edge (3) prevents the formation of sharp corners. Injuries that may occur, especially when children use it barefoot, are 5. reducing the risk and comfortable contact of the foot on the step (2.6) It enables it to do so. As shown in Figure 5, dowel holes are located on the side surfaces of the steps (2.6). (3.1), step mounting slots (3.2) and cylinder puller nuts (3.4) There are cylinder puller slots (3.5) in which it is placed. Left table (2.1) and right 10 On the table (2.2) are the step mounting slots (3.2) opposite each other. There are mounting holes for positioning. The dowels (3.3) are placed in the dowel sockets (3.1) on the left table of the steps (2.6). Assembly by ensuring that it is aligned in the correct position with (2.1) and the right plate (2.2). during which positional stability is increased and rotation around the axis of the step (2.6) 15 It prevents its movement. Cylinder pull nuts during assembly process. (3.4) into the step mounting slot (3.2) inside the steps (2.6) is placed, then the cylinder on the left table (2.1) and the right table (2.2) The screws passed through the puller slots (3.5) are secured with cylinder puller nuts (3.4). They are squeezed by matching. In this way, the steps (2.6), the left table (2.1) and the right 20 It is mechanically and firmly fixed between the table (2.2). Thus A rigid and durable load-bearing structure is obtained, and any damage that occurs during use... Incoming loads are distributed evenly to the connection areas. At the top of the ladder (2) there is a table on both the left (2.1) and the right (2.2) There are created holding slots (2.4). Holding slots (2.4) 25 Designed with dimensions suitable for a child's hand anatomy, it allows the user to climb stairs. This allows the user to hold on securely to the bunk bed (1) It is able to transfer its body weight in a controlled manner when going up or down. 7 The handrail element (2.3) is located on the upper part of the handrail slots (2.4). The gripping element (2.3) should preferably have a high coefficient of friction. It is made of material that allows the user to get on and off the bunk bed. It reduces the risk of falling by allowing the person to hold on securely. Contact surfaces (2.5) 5 in the areas where the ladder (2) connects to the bunk bed (1). These contact surfaces (2.5) are located on the ladder as shown in Figure 4. sitting on the bunk bed sideboard (1.1) wide contact area It is designed to create... as seen in Figure 1, Figure 2 and Figure 3. The ladder (2) is attached to the bunk bed (1) frame from the outside and in contact surfaces (2.5) form a large contact area with the bunk bed side panel (1.1) 10 It brings. Thanks to this large contact area, the vertical loads applied to the ladder (2) It is transferred by spreading over a wide surface, rotation occurs at the connection area. The moment is reduced and local stress concentrations are decreased. Thus User load is distributed evenly to the bunk bed (1) frame, connection 15 loosening, crushing, or deformation that may occur at these points over time The probability is reduced. Another important feature of the invention is the different width measurements of the steps (2.6). Thanks to this, minimum waste is achieved from the standard chipboard size used in production. It is optimized in such a way that 20 can be formed from the same plate. a larger number of steps (2.6) can be obtained, using raw materials Efficiency is increased and production costs are reduced. As a result, the subject of the invention is the staircase (2); its steps expand in stages. (2.6), softened edges (3), Grip slots (2.4), grip elements (2.3), contact surfaces that improve load distribution (2.5) and robust mounting structure 25 thanks to child safety, user ergonomics, structural strength and production. This provides an advantage in terms of its economy. These features together... Its implementation goes beyond simply using individual security elements, Integrated safety, load transfer and production suitable for child use. An innovative staircase structure is obtained that provides optimization. 30

Claims

8 REQUESTS 1. A bunk bed ladder developed for use in children's bunk beds (1). (2) and;  left table  right table 5  step including and the steps in question (2.6), from the top of the ladder to the bottom increasing width towards the section and the user's foot contact area to be created in different contact geometries that will increase gradually It is characterized by its feature. 10 2. A bunk bed ladder developed for use in children's bunk beds (1). (2) and; • left table • right table including and on the said left table (2.1) and right table (2.2), 15 in the areas where the ladder rests on the bunk bed side panel (1.1) constructed, in addition to user load fasteners, bunk beds contact that enables the transfer of heat to the side plate via surface contact. It is characterized by the feature of containing surfaces.

3. According to claim 1, the bunk bed ladder has steps (2.6) between the user and 20 with the presence of a softened edge (3) on the front edges that come into contact It is the characterization of the situation.

4. According to claim 1, the bunk bed has a ladder, with the left panel (2.1) and the right panel (2.2) It is characterized by containing grip slots (2.4) that the hand can grasp. It is done. 25 9 5. According to claim 5, the bunk bed ladder has the upper handrails (2.4) gripping elements made of high-friction material in this section (2.3) is characterized by its presence.

6. According to claim 1, it is a bunk bed ladder that expands in stages. steps (2.6), contact surfaces (2.5), grip slots (2.4), grip 5 elements (2.3), softened edges (3) and step connection It is characterized by the feature of having its components located together in a structure. 15

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