Storage box and luggage case

By designing a storage box that can be integrated in the suitcase, it solves the problem of inconvenience of users holding multiple items when going out, and realizes convenient storage and placement of items, improving the convenience and safety of travel.

WO2025043840A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-03-06ANHUI SHENGTENG INTELLIGENT MANUFACTURING CO LTD
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Application Number
PCT/CN2023/126487
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-08-29
Filing Date
2023-10-25
Publication Date
2025-03-06

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Technical Problem

When going out, it is difficult for users to hold their mobile phone, ID, beverage bottle or coffee cup at the same time and pull the suitcase lever, resulting in mobility difficulties and items that are easily dropped or lost.

Method used

A storage box is designed, including a first box body, a second box body and a flexible member, which can form a storage space in the lid-closed state and a storage space in the open state, which is suitable for placing items such as cups, bottles, etc. The storage box can be integrated with the suitcase and takes up less space.

Benefits of technology

Through the design of this storage box, users can conveniently store small items or place cups and bottles without holding multiple items, improving the convenience and safety of travel, while saving the interior space of the suitcase.

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Abstract

A storage box (100) and a luggage case (200). The storage box (100) comprises a first box body (1), a second box body (2), and flexible members (3), wherein a first end of the second box body (2) is rotatably connected to a first end of the first box body (1), and a second end of the second box body (2) is detachably connected to a second end of the first box body (1); the flexible members (3) are connected to the first box body (1) and the second box body (2), at least two flexible members (3) are provided, and the at least two flexible members (3) are respectively located on two sides of the storage box (100).
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Storage boxes and suitcases

[0001] Related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application number 202322352111.6, filed on August 29, 2023, entitled “Storage Box and Suitcase,” the entire text of which is incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates to the technical field of luggage cases, and in particular to a storage box and a luggage case. Background Art

[0004] When people go out, they may have to hold small items such as mobile phones and documents, hold a drink bottle or coffee cup, and pull the suitcase handle at the same time. This makes movement inconvenient, and holding multiple items can easily lead to items being dropped or lost, causing certain troubles to users.

[0005] Summary of the Invention

[0006] According to various embodiments of the present application, a storage box and a suitcase are provided.

[0007] The present application provides a storage box, comprising: a first box body; a second box body, wherein the first end of the second box body is rotatably connected to the first end of the first box body, and the second end of the second box body is detachably connected to the second end of the first box body; and a flexible member, connected to the first box body and the second box body, the number of the flexible members being at least two, and at least two of the flexible members being respectively located on both sides of the storage box; the storage box has a closed state and an open state, in the closed state, the flexible member is folded, and the first box body and the second box body are closed to form a storage space, and in the open state, the flexible member is tensioned and forms a storage space with an opening with the first box body and the second box body.

[0008] In one embodiment, a first arc-shaped groove is provided at the second end of the second box body, and an opening of the first groove faces the first box body.

[0009] In one embodiment, the storage box further includes a stopper extending from the second end of the first box body toward the second box body, and in the closed state, the stopper covers at least a portion of the first groove.

[0010] In one embodiment, an arc-shaped second groove is provided at one end of the blocking member away from the first box body, and an opening of the second groove faces the second box body.

[0011] In one embodiment, the stopper is rotatably connected to the first box body, and the rotation axis of the stopper is parallel to the rotation axis of the second box body; the storage box also includes a torsion spring, and the two torsion arms of the torsion spring are respectively limited to the stopper and the first box body.

[0012] In one embodiment, the second box body further includes two clips extending from the second end of the second box body toward the first box body, the two clips are located on both sides of the opening of the first groove, the first box body is provided with a clip portion, and both of the clips can extend into the first box body and be detachably clipped to the clip portion.

[0013] In one embodiment, the spacing a between the two clamping parts satisfies 50mm≤a≤80mm; and / or each of the clamping parts includes an arcuate edge, the arcuate edges of the two clamping parts are arranged opposite to each other, and the arcuate edges extend circumferentially from both sides of the opening of the first groove.

[0014] In one embodiment, in the open state, the distance b between the second end of the first box body and the second end of the second box body satisfies 50mm≤b≤100mm; and / or, in the closed state, the thickness f of the storage box satisfies 35mm≤f≤55mm; and / or, the storage box further comprises a first fastener for connecting the flexible member and the first box body and a second fastener for connecting the flexible member and the second box body, the distance c between the first fastener and the second end of the first box body satisfies 100mm≤c≤150mm, the distance d between the second fastener and the second end of the second box body satisfies 100mm≤d≤150mm, and in the open state, the distance e between the first fastener and the second fastener satisfies 50mm≤e≤80mm.

[0015] In one embodiment, the storage box further includes a handle disposed at the second end of the first box body and / or the second end of the second box body.

[0016] The present application also provides a suitcase, comprising a case body and the above-mentioned storage box, wherein an installation cavity is provided on an outer wall of the case body, and the storage box is accommodated in the installation cavity.

[0017] In one embodiment, the suitcase further includes a pull rod provided on the suitcase body, and the storage box and the pull rod are located on the same side of the suitcase body.

[0018] The details of one or more embodiments of the present application are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features, objects, and advantages of the present application will become apparent from the description, drawings, and claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to better describe and illustrate the embodiments and / or examples of the inventions disclosed herein, reference may be made to one or more of the accompanying drawings. The additional details or examples used to describe the accompanying drawings should not be considered to limit the scope of the disclosed inventions, the presently described embodiments and / or examples, and any of the best modes currently understood for these inventions.

[0020] FIG1 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a storage box in an open state according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0021] FIG2 is an enlarged view of point A in FIG1 provided by this application.

[0022] FIG3 is a side view of FIG1 provided in this application.

[0023] FIG4 is a side view of the storage box of FIG1 in the closed state provided by the present application.

[0024] FIG5 is a top view of FIG1 provided in this application.

[0025] FIG6 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a suitcase according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0026] Figure numerals: 100, storage box; 101, storage space; 102, storage space; 1, first box body; 11, snap-fitting part; 111, elastic section; 112, protrusion; 12, first bottom wall; 13, first side wall; 2, second box body; 21, first groove; 22, snap-fitting part; 221, arcuate edge; 222, snap-fitting part; 23, second bottom wall; 24, second side wall; 3, flexible part; 4, stopper; 41, second groove; 5, torsion spring; 51, torsion arm; 61, first fastener; 62, second fastener; 7, handle; 8, box body; 81, installation cavity; 9, pull rod; 200, suitcase. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of the present application more clearly understood, the specific embodiments of the present application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following description sets forth many specific details to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways than those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the scope of the present application. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0028] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another component, it may be directly on the other component or there may be a central component. When a component is considered to be "connected to" another component, it may be directly connected to the other component or there may be a central component at the same time. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and similar expressions used in the specification of this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only implementation method.

[0029] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. Throughout the description of this application, "plurality" means at least two, for example, two, three, etc., unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0030] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, when a first feature is "above" or "below" a second feature, it can mean that the first feature is directly in contact with the second feature, or the first feature and the second feature are indirectly in contact through an intermediary. Furthermore, when a first feature is "above," "above," or "above" a second feature, it can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. When a first feature is "below," "below," or "below" a second feature, it can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0031] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in the specification of this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs. The terms used in the specification of this application are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this application. The term "and / or" used in the specification of this application includes any and all combinations of one or more of the relevant listed items.

[0032] When traveling, people may find themselves holding small items like a cell phone and ID, as well as a drink bottle or coffee cup, while also pulling the luggage handle. This can be inconvenient, and carrying multiple items can easily lead to items being dropped or lost, causing considerable trouble. Traditional luggage often features exterior storage for ID and cup holders for drinks or coffee cups. However, these storage and cup holders are typically separate, taking up considerable space. Furthermore, placing different items in different locations can easily lead to items being forgotten.

[0033] In order to solve the above problems, as shown in Figures 1 to 5, the present application first provides a storage box 100, which can store small items and also place cups or bottles, thereby providing convenience for users.

[0034] As shown in Figures 1 to 5, specifically, the storage box 100 includes a first box body 1, a second box body 2 and a flexible member 3, wherein: the first end of the second box body 2 is rotatably connected to the first end of the first box body 1, and the second end of the second box body 2 is detachably connected to the second end of the first box body 1; the flexible member 3 is connected to the first box body 1 and the second box body 2, and the number of flexible members 3 is at least two, and at least two flexible members 3 are respectively located on both sides of the storage box 100; the storage box 100 has a closed state and an open state. In the closed state, the flexible member 3 is folded, and the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 are closed to form a storage space 101. In the open state, the flexible member 3 is tensioned and forms a storage space 102 with an opening with the first box body 1 and the second box body 2.

[0035] As mentioned above, the storage space and cup holder in a traditional suitcase are usually separate, which will take up more space in the suitcase. In the storage box 100 provided in the embodiment of the present application, when the second end of the second box body 2 is connected to the second end of the first box body 1, the storage box 100 is in a closed state, and the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 form a storage space 101 for storing small items such as mobile phones and documents. The flexible member 3 is deformed and accommodated in the storage space 101, ensuring that the appearance of the storage box 100 is regular; after the second end of the second box body 2 is separated from the second end of the first box body 1, since the first end of the first box body 1 is rotatably connected to the first end of the second box body 2, the second box body 2 can rotate relative to the first box body 1 and form an angle with the first box body 1. The flexible member 3 is used to limit the angle between the second box body 2 and the first box body 1. When the flexible member 3 is tightened, the second box body 2 stops rotating relative to the first box body 1, and the flexible members 3 on both sides and the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 that form an angle form a storage space 102 for placing cups, bottles and other items, so that the items placed in the storage space 102 will not fall, and the opening of the storage space 102 can facilitate users to take or place items; in this way, the user can control the storage box 100 to be in a closed state and store small items such as mobile phones and documents in the storage space 101, or control the storage box 100 to be in an open state and place cups, bottles and other items in the storage space 102 according to needs, without having to hold multiple items all the time, which provides convenience for the user.

[0036] Furthermore, since the storage box 100 can store small items as well as cups or bottles, only one storage box 100 is required on the suitcase 200, without the need for separate storage spaces and cup holders. This avoids taking up too much space on the suitcase 200 and can increase the internal capacity of the suitcase 200 without changing the overall volume of the suitcase 200.

[0037] In the illustrated embodiment, the first box body 1 includes a first bottom wall 12 and four first side walls 13 connected to the first bottom wall 12, and the four first side walls 13 are arranged to form a rectangular structure. The second box body 2 includes a second bottom wall 23 and four second side walls 24 adjacent to the second bottom wall 23, and the four second side walls 24 are arranged to form a rectangular structure. In the closed state, the first bottom wall 12 and the second bottom wall 23 are arranged opposite each other, the four first side walls 13 and the four second side walls 24 correspond one-to-one, and a side edge of the first side wall 13 away from the first bottom wall 12 abuts against a side edge of the second side wall 24 away from the second bottom wall 23. The first bottom wall 12, the four first side walls 13, the second bottom wall 23, and the four second side walls 24 enclose and form a storage space 101.

[0038] In another embodiment, the first box body 1 may include only the first bottom wall 12, and the second box body 2 may include the second bottom wall 23 and four second side walls 24; or the second box body 2 may include only the second bottom wall 23, and the first box body 1 may include the first bottom wall 12 and four first side walls 13. Of course, in other embodiments, the number of the first side walls 13 of the first box body 1 and the second side walls 24 of the second box body 2 may also be three, five, or more, and the plurality of first side walls 13 and the plurality of second side walls 24 may be respectively arranged to form a polygonal structure. As long as, in the closed state, they can be arranged with the first bottom wall 12 and the second bottom wall 23 to form a storage space 101 capable of storing small items such as mobile phones and documents, the present embodiment of the application does not impose any specific restrictions on this.

[0039] As shown in Figures 1 and 5 , a curved first groove 21 is provided on the second sidewall 24 of the second end of the second housing 2. The opening of the first groove 21 faces the first housing 1. When opened, the first groove 21 serves to position cups, bottles, and other items placed in the storage space 102, reducing swaying of the items within the storage space 102, improving the stability of the items within the storage space 102, and preventing spillage of liquids in cups with open tops. Furthermore, the first groove 21 increases the distance between the second end of the first housing 1 and the second end of the second housing 2, allowing larger cups, bottles, and other items to be placed in the storage space 102, thereby expanding the applicability of the storage box 100. In this case, the size of the items placed in the storage space 102 needs to be smaller than or equal to the distance between the second end of the first housing 1 and the inner wall of the first groove 21.

[0040] As shown in Figures 1 and 5, the storage box 100 further includes a stopper 4 extending from the second end of the first body 1 toward the second body 2. When closed, the stopper 4 covers at least a portion of the first groove 21. This prevents small items such as mobile phones and ID cards placed within the storage space 101 from falling through the first groove 21 and also reduces the amount of dust and other items that enter the storage space 101 through the first groove 21. In this case, when open, the size of items placed within the storage space 102 must be less than or equal to the distance between the stopper 4 and the inner wall of the first groove 21.

[0041] As shown in Figures 2 and 5 , the end of the stopper 4 facing away from the first housing 1 is provided with a curved second groove 41, with the opening of the second groove 41 facing the second housing 2. When open, the second groove 41 also serves to position cups, bottles, and other items placed in the storage space 102, reducing any swaying of the items within the storage space 102 along the opening direction of the first and second housings 1 and 2. This improves the stability of the items within the storage space 102 and prevents spillage of liquid from cups with open tops. Furthermore, the second groove 41 increases the distance between the stopper 4 and the second end of the second housing 2, preventing the stopper 4 from reducing the distance between the second ends of the first and second housings 1 and 2, which could prevent larger cups, bottles, and other items from being placed in the storage space 102. In this case, the size of the items placed in the storage space 102 must be smaller than or equal to the distance between the inner wall of the second groove 41 of the stopper 4 and the inner wall of the first groove 21 of the second housing 2.

[0042] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the stopper 4 is rotatably connected to the first housing 1, and the axis of rotation of the stopper 4 is parallel to the axis of rotation of the second housing 2. When the size of other items such as cups and bottles to be placed in the storage space 102 is larger than the distance between the stopper 4 and the second end of the second housing 2, but smaller than the distance between the second end of the first housing 1 and the second end of the second housing 2, the item can push against the stopper 4 during placement into the storage space 102, causing the stopper 4 to rotate relative to the first housing 1 in the +X direction, thereby further expanding the applicability of the storage box 100. In this case, the size of the item placed in the storage space 102 needs to be smaller than or equal to the distance between the second end of the first housing 1 and the inner wall of the first recess 21 of the second housing 2. When the storage box 100 needs to be closed, the item in the storage space 102 is removed, and the stopper 4 is controlled to rotate relative to the first housing 1 in the -X direction to return to its original position, so that when closed, the stopper 4 covers at least a portion of the first recess 21.

[0043] As shown in Figure 2, in the illustrated embodiment, the storage box 100 further includes a torsion spring 5, the two torsion arms 51 of which are respectively constrained by the stopper 4 and the first housing 1. When the stopper 4 rotates in the +X direction relative to the first housing 1, the torsion spring 5 undergoes torsional elastic deformation, accumulating elastic potential energy within the torsion spring 5. The item must overcome the elastic force of the torsion spring 5 to rotate the stopper 4 in the +X direction relative to the first housing 1. After the item is removed, the elastic potential energy of the torsion spring 5 is released, and the stopper 4, under the torsional elastic force of the torsion spring 5, rotates and resets in the -X direction relative to the first housing 1. This eliminates the need for manual reset of the stopper 4, facilitating user operation.

[0044] In another embodiment, the storage box 100 may also include an elastic member arranged between the baffle 4 and the first bottom wall 12. When the baffle 4 rotates along the +X direction relative to the first box body 1, the elastic member is compressed. After the items are taken out, the baffle 4 can be rotated and reset along the -X direction relative to the first box body 1 under the action of the elastic member.

[0045] Among them, when the stopper 4 is not subjected to external force, it is in a state perpendicular to the first bottom wall 12. When an object pushes against the stopper 4, the end of the stopper 4 away from the first box body 1 always abuts against the object. When the stopper 4 rotates until the end away from the first box body 1 also abuts against the first bottom wall 12, the stopper 4 rotates to the limit state and cannot continue to rotate along the +X direction relative to the first box body 1.

[0046] As shown in Figure 3, in the open state, the distance b between the second end of the first box body 1 and the second end of the second box body 2 satisfies 50mm≤b≤100mm. Here, distance b refers to the distance between the end of the first sidewall 13 at the second end of the first box body 1, distal from the first bottom wall 12, and the end of the second sidewall 24 at the second end of the second box body 2, distal from the second bottom wall 23. When the second sidewall 24 at the second end of the second box body 2 is provided with a first groove 21, distance b refers to the distance between the end of the first sidewall 13 at the second end of the first box body 1, distal from the first bottom wall 12, and the inner wall of the first groove 21 of the second box body 2. Since the top diameters of most cups and bottles are between 50mm and 100mm, most cups, bottles, and other items can be placed in the storage space 102 in the open state without causing significant movement within the storage space 102, thus providing a wide range of applications. As shown in Figure 4, in the closed state, the thickness f of the storage box 100 satisfies 35mm≤f≤55mm. The thickness f is the distance between the outer sidewall of the first bottom wall 12 and the outer sidewall of the second bottom wall 23. In this way, while ensuring the capacity of the storage space 101, it avoids taking up too much space on the luggage box 200 or other devices.

[0047] As shown in Figure 3, the storage box 100 also includes a first fastener 61 for connecting the flexible member 3 to the first box body 1 and a second fastener 62 for connecting the flexible member 3 to the second box body 2. The distance c between the first fastener 61 and the second end of the first box body 1 satisfies 100mm≤c≤150mm, and the distance d between the second fastener 62 and the second end of the second box body 2 satisfies 100mm≤d≤150mm. In the open state, the distance e between the first fastener 61 and the second fastener 62 satisfies 50mm≤e≤80mm. In the open state, the flexible member 3 is tensioned, and the distance e between the first fastener 61 and the second fastener 62 is the size of the flexible member 3 after being tensioned in this position. The size of the flexible member 3 can limit the angle at which the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 are opened to form an included angle. Since the bottom diameter of most cups and bottles is within the range of 50 mm to 80 mm, and the height of most cups and bottles is within the range of 100 mm to 150 mm, within the above size restrictions, when most cups, bottles, or other items are placed in the storage space 102, their bottoms can extend close to the first fastener 61 and the second fastener 62, and their tops can be exposed from the storage space 102. This ensures the stability of the cups, bottles, or other items in the storage space 102 while making it easy for users to pick up the items.

[0048] As shown in Figures 1 and 3, a flexible member 3 can be fixed to the first side wall 13 of the first box body 1 and the second side wall 24 of the second box body 2 by multiple fasteners. In the open state, every part of the flexible member 3 is in a tensioned state to ensure the stability of the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 in the open state.

[0049] As shown in Figures 1 and 5, the second box body 2 also includes two clips 22 extending from the second end of the second box body 2 toward the first box body 1. The two clips 22 are located on both sides of the opening of the first groove 21. The first box body 1 is provided with a clip portion 11. The two clips 22 can extend into the first box body 1 and be removably clipped to the clip portion 11. The two clips 22 can not only clip and fix the first box body 1 and the second box body 2 with the clip portion 11 in the closed state, but can also extend the two side edges of the first groove 21 in the open state, thereby also being able to limit the position of cups, bottles and other items placed in the storage space 102, reducing the shaking of items along the width direction of the storage box 100 in the storage space 102, and improving the stability of the items in the storage space 102.

[0050] In the illustrated embodiment, there are two clamping portions 11, each of which includes an elastic segment 111 disposed on the first side wall 13 and a protrusion 112 protruding from the elastic segment 111. The clamping member 22 is provided with a slot 222. When the clamping member 22 extends into the first box body 1, the elastic segment 111 is squeezed and deformed. After the slot 222 of the clamping member 22 is aligned with the protrusion 112 on the elastic segment 111, the protrusion 112 can be snapped into the slot 222 under the action of the elastic force of the elastic segment 111, thereby achieving a snap-fit ​​engagement between the clamping member 22 and the clamping portion 11. When the clamping member 22 and the clamping portion 11 are disassembled, the elastic segment 111 is squeezed and deformed again, allowing the protrusion 112 to escape from the slot 222. In another embodiment, a slot 222 may be provided on the clamping portion 11, and an elastic section 111 and a protrusion 112 may be provided on the clamping member 22; or, a clamping block capable of engaging and cooperating may be provided on both the clamping member 22 and the clamping portion 11. Of course, in other embodiments, the second end of the first box body 1 and the second end of the second box body 2 may be detachably connected by plugging, magnetic attraction, or other methods, which are not specifically limited in this embodiment of the present application.

[0051] As shown in FIG5 , each engaging member 22 includes an arcuate edge 221. The arcuate edges 221 of the two engaging members 22 are disposed opposite each other and extend circumferentially from both sides of the opening of the first groove 21. The arcuate edges 221 smoothly connect with the inner wall of the arcuate first groove 21, allowing the outer walls of cups, bottles, and other items to fit more closely with the inner wall of the first groove 21 and the arcuate edges 221. This further reduces the shaking of items within the storage space 102 and improves the stability of cups, bottles, and other items within the storage space 102.

[0052] As shown in Figure 5 , the spacing a between the two clips 22 satisfies 50 mm ≤ a ≤ 80 mm. Spacing a refers to the distance between any relative positions of the two curved edges 221. This allows most cups, bottles, and other items to fit into the storage space 102 when opened, providing a wide range of applications.

[0053] As shown in Figures 1 and 3, in the illustrated embodiment, the storage box 100 also includes a handle 7 provided at the second end of the second box body 2. The user can fix the first box body 1 to other devices such as a suitcase 200, and separate the second end of the second box body 2 from the second end of the first box body 1 by controlling the handle 7, so that the second box body 2 can be rotated relative to the first box body 1, which is convenient for the user to operate, and the handle 7 is provided at the second end of the second box body 2 to save more effort. In another embodiment, when the second box body 2 is fixed to other devices such as a suitcase 200, the storage box 100 also includes a handle 7 provided at the second end of the first box body 1. Of course, in other embodiments, the handle 7 can also be provided at other positions of the first box body 1 or the second box body 2, as long as it is convenient for the user to open and close the first box body 1 and the second box body 2. This embodiment of the present application does not impose any specific restrictions here.

[0054] As shown in FIG6 , the embodiment of the present application further includes a suitcase 200, comprising a case 8 and the aforementioned storage box 100. The outer wall of the case 8 is provided with a mounting cavity 81, and the storage box 100 is accommodated in the mounting cavity 81. The side of the first case 1 facing away from the second case 2, or the side of the second case 2 facing away from the first case 1, can be fixed to the inner wall of the mounting cavity 81 by screws, adhesives, or the like. The suitcase 200 can be configured to store small items such as mobile phones and documents, or other items such as cups and bottles, by using the storage box 100 in two different states without opening the case 8, thereby facilitating travel for users.

[0055] When closed, the storage box 100 does not protrude from the case 8. Since the handles, wheels, and other components of the suitcase 200 are typically taken into account when calculating the size of the suitcase 200, the fact that the storage box 100 does not protrude from the case 8 allows the suitcase 200 to have a larger capacity without changing its overall dimensions. Furthermore, the user's legs may collide with the storage box 100 when pulling the suitcase 200. When opened, the first case 1 is fixed to the inner wall of the mounting cavity 81, and the second case 2 rotates open relative to the first case 1 and protrudes from the case 8. The opening of the storage space 102 exposes the mounting cavity 81, allowing the user to place cups, bottles, and other items in the storage space 102 through the opening.

[0056] As shown in Figure 6, the suitcase 200 also includes a pull rod 9 mounted on the suitcase body 8, and the storage box 100 and the pull rod 9 are located on the same side of the suitcase body 8. Since the pull rod 9 is typically mounted on a side of the suitcase body 8 and requires a certain amount of space inside the suitcase body 8, placing the storage box 100 and the pull rod 9 on the same side of the suitcase body 8 fully utilizes the already occupied space inside the suitcase body 8 and avoids occupying excessive capacity within the suitcase body 8. Furthermore, when pulling the suitcase 200 using the pull rod 9, the user typically stands close to the side of the suitcase body 8 near the pull rod 9, making it easier for the user to access or keep an eye on items inside the storage box 100.

[0057] Of course, the above-mentioned storage box 100 can also be used for trolley backpacks, trolley speakers, carts and other devices that need to store small items such as mobile phones and documents, and also need to place other items such as cups and bottles during use. This application does not make specific restrictions here.

[0058] The technical features of the above-mentioned embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-mentioned embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0059] The above-described embodiments merely represent several implementation methods of the present application. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that a person of ordinary skill in the art may make various modifications and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present application, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of patent protection for the present application shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A storage box, characterized in that: include: A first box body; a second box body, wherein a first end of the second box body is rotatably connected to a first end of the first box body, and a second end of the second box body is detachably connected to a second end of the first box body; as well as, A flexible member connected to the first box body and the second box body, wherein the number of the flexible members is at least two, and the at least two flexible members are respectively located on two sides of the storage box; The storage box has a closed state and an open state. In the closed state, the flexible member is folded, and the first box body and the second box body are covered to form a storage space. In the open state, the flexible member is tensioned and forms a storage space with an opening with the first box body and the second box body.

2. The storage box according to claim 1, wherein: A first arc-shaped groove is disposed at the second end of the second box body, and an opening of the first groove faces the first box body.

3. The storage box according to claim 2, wherein: The storage box further includes a stopper extending from the second end of the first box body toward the second box body, and in the closed state, the stopper covers at least a portion of the first groove.

4. The storage box according to claim 3, wherein: An arc-shaped second groove is disposed at one end of the blocking member away from the first box body, and an opening of the second groove faces the second box body.

5. The storage box according to claim 3, wherein: The blocking member is rotatably connected to the first box body, and the rotation axis of the blocking member is parallel to the rotation axis of the second box body; The storage box further comprises a torsion spring, wherein two torsion arms of the torsion spring are respectively limited to the blocking member and the first box body.

6. The storage box according to claim 2, wherein: The second box body also includes two clips extending from the second end of the second box body to the first box body, the two clips are located on both sides of the opening of the first groove, the first box body is provided with a clip part, and the two clips can both extend into the first box body and be detachably clipped with the clip part.

7. The storage box according to claim 6, wherein: The distance a between the two clamping parts satisfies 50mm≤a≤80mm; and / or, Each of the clamping members comprises an arc-shaped edge, the arc-shaped edges of the two clamping members are arranged opposite to each other, and the arc-shaped edges extend circumferentially from two sides of the opening of the first groove.

8. The storage box according to claim 1, wherein: In the open state, a distance b between the second end of the first box body and the second end of the second box body satisfies 50 mm ≤ b ≤ 100 mm; and / or, In the closed state, the thickness f of the storage box satisfies 35 mm ≤ f ≤ 55 mm; and / or, The storage box also includes a first fastener for connecting the flexible member and the first box body and a second fastener for connecting the flexible member and the second box body, the distance c between the first fastener and the second end of the first box body satisfies 100mm≤c≤150mm, the distance d between the second fastener and the second end of the second box body satisfies 100mm≤d≤150mm, and in the open state, the distance e between the first fastener and the second fastener satisfies 50mm≤e≤80mm.

9. The storage box according to claim 1, wherein: The storage box further includes a handle disposed at the second end of the first box body and / or the second end of the second box body.

10. A suitcase, wherein: It comprises a box body and a storage box as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein an installation cavity is provided on an outer wall of the box body, and the storage box is accommodated in the installation cavity.

11. The luggage case according to claim 10, wherein: The suitcase further comprises a pull rod arranged on the case body, and the storage box and the pull rod are located on the same side of the case body.

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