Handle device for umbrella

Abstract

This handle device for an umbrella comprises: a handle body formed to be gripped by a user's hand; a plurality of connecting rods spaced apart from each other at a predetermined angle in the handle body; and hand supports, each connected to an end portion of the respective connecting rod to support the user's hand.

Description

Umbrella handle device

[0001] The present invention relates to an umbrella handle device, and more specifically, to an umbrella handle device that allows a user to grip the umbrella handle more stably when holding it in their hand.

[0002] Umbrellas are essential household items used to block rain or sunlight, and they are manufactured in various sizes and shapes. Conventional umbrella handles feature a simple rod-like structure, requiring users to grip and support the umbrella solely with the strength of their fingers.

[0003] However, due to these structural characteristics, users must grip the umbrella tightly when strong winds blow or rain and wind rage, placing a significant strain on their hands. In particular, when unexpected situations such as gusts of wind occur, the umbrella frequently tilts to one side or suddenly flips inside out; this not only causes inconvenience to the user but can also reduce the umbrella's durability, leading to easy breakage.

[0004] To address these issues, various technologies have been developed to improve conventional umbrella handles. For example, non-slip handles, ergonomically designed handles, and umbrellas equipped with wrist straps have been proposed as solutions; however, these methods alone had limitations in completely preventing the effects of strong winds.

[0005] In particular, if a user holds an umbrella for a long time, fatigue easily accumulates in the hands and wrists, and people with weak grip strength may find it even more difficult to hold the umbrella securely.

[0006] In addition, while there were attempts to provide an improved grip by modifying the shape of the handle in some umbrellas, it was still difficult to overcome the limitations of conventional umbrella handles, which require the user to support the umbrella solely with finger strength.

[0007] Accordingly, there is a need for a new type of umbrella handle device that allows for a more stable and easier gripping of the umbrella.

[0008] The present invention is made to solve the aforementioned problems and aims to provide stronger support while reducing hand fatigue when holding an umbrella by providing a plurality of connecting rods and hand supports on the umbrella handle body so that when a user grasps the umbrella handle, the hand supports can simultaneously support the user's hand.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, the umbrella handle device according to the present invention may include a handle body formed to be gripped by a user's hand, a plurality of connecting rods formed at a predetermined angle apart from each other on the handle body, and a hand support connected to the other end of each connecting rod to support the user's hand.

[0010] Here, the plurality of connecting rods are formed at the bottom of the handle body, and the hand support can be connected upward to the other end of each connecting rod.

[0011] In addition, the plurality of connecting rods are formed on the side of the handle body, and the hand support can be connected downward to the other end of each connecting rod.

[0012] In addition, at least one of the plurality of connecting rods may be configured to be detachable from the handle body so as to be formed to adjust the angle at which the plurality of connecting rods are spaced apart.

[0013] According to the umbrella handle device of the present invention, the hand support supports the user's hand, thereby providing the effect of more stable support than the conventional method of holding the umbrella solely by hand grip strength.

[0014] In addition, since this allows you to grip the umbrella by utilizing not only hand strength but also arm strength, it has the effect of reducing hand fatigue even when holding the umbrella for a long time.

[0015] In addition, compared to conventional handle structures, it allows for a more stable grip on the umbrella, making it less susceptible to wind and preventing it from easily slipping out of the hand even in strong winds.

[0016] Furthermore, the spacing of the hand support can be adjusted, thereby providing an optimized grip according to the user's hand size, etc.

[0017] FIG. 1 is a drawing illustrating an umbrella with an umbrella handle device applied according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] FIG. 2 is a drawing illustrating an umbrella handle device according to a first embodiment of the present invention,

[0019] FIG. 3 is a drawing illustrating an umbrella being held using an umbrella handle device according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing the handle body, a part of the connecting rod, and the hand support of an umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention in a separated state.

[0021] FIG. 5 is a drawing showing the part where the handle body and the connecting member of an umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention are joined, viewed from the bottom.

[0022] FIG. 6 is a drawing showing an umbrella being held using an umbrella handle device according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Explanation of the symbols

[0024] 1 : Umbrella 2 : Handle body

[0025] 3 : Connector 4 : Hand support

[0026] 5 : Upper gear 6 : Lower gear

[0027] 7 : Tightening knob 8 : Gap adjustment part

[0028] 9 : Connecting member spacing angle

[0029] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to preferred embodiments and the accompanying drawings, under the premise that identical reference numerals in the drawings refer to identical components. Where a component in the best mode for carrying out the invention or in the claims is described as "comprising" another component, this shall not be interpreted as being limited to being composed solely of said component unless specifically stated otherwise, but shall be understood as potentially including other components.

[0030] However, the present invention may be implemented in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below. Below, an example of an umbrella handle device of the present invention will be described through a specific embodiment.

[0031] FIG. 1 illustrates an umbrella (1) having an umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. A handle body (2) is formed by being connected to the lower end of the umbrella (1), and two connecting rods (3) are formed at the lower end of the handle body (2) at a predetermined angle apart from each other, and a hand support (4) is formed by being connected upward to the other end of each connecting rod (3).

[0032] When the user grasps the handle body (2), the connecting rod (3) and the hand support (4) support the user's hand, allowing the user to hold the umbrella (1) stably.

[0033] Meanwhile, FIG. 2 is a drawing showing the overall appearance of an umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Referring to FIG. 2, the handle body (2) is a part that a user holds with their hand to support the umbrella (1), and may be curved or have an anti-slip coating applied to it so as to comfortably accommodate the user's palm and fingers.

[0034] At the bottom of the handle body (2), a plurality of connecting rods (3) are formed spaced apart from each other at a predetermined angle. In this embodiment, two connecting rods (3) are formed, but this is not necessarily limited thereto, and it is also possible to form two or more. It is preferable that the connecting rods (3) be formed in a rectangular shape, and one end of each connecting rod (3) is connected to the bottom of the handle body (2).

[0035] Since multiple connecting rods (3) are formed, one end of each connecting rod (3) can be connected to the bottom of the handle body (2) by overlapping.

[0036] A hand support (4) is connected upward to the other end of the above connecting member (3), that is, the opposite end of the one end connected to the handle body (2), and is formed at each other end of each connecting member (3). The hand support (4) is preferably formed in the shape of a cylindrical bar, but is not limited thereto.

[0037] FIG. 3 is a drawing illustrating the appearance of an umbrella (1) being held using an umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 3, the hand support (4) in the first embodiment is formed by being connected in a manner that extends upward. Through this, when the user holds the handle body (2), the hand support (4) can support the back of the hand and the thumb area, which allows the user to utilize arm strength in addition to the hand, thereby enabling the user to hold the umbrella (1) stably.

[0038] Specifically, since the connecting member (3) is formed at the bottom of the handle body (2) and the hand support (4) is extended upward and connected, when the user grips the handle body (2), it has the effect of primarily supporting the user's wrist and the lower part of the palm.

[0039] In other words, when the user holds the umbrella (1), it acts as a support for the palm or lower wrist from below, so it can stably support the hand when the umbrella (1) is pushed downward or tilted by the wind. In particular, even people with weak finger strength (the elderly, children, etc.) can more easily utilize their entire arm strength, which has the effect of reducing the shaking of the umbrella (1).

[0040] In addition, since the wrist is supported from below, excessive bending of the wrist is reduced and fatigue of the finger muscles is distributed to the arm muscles, so that even if you hold the umbrella (1) for a long time, fatigue is reduced.

[0041] Meanwhile, FIG. 4 is a drawing showing the handle body (2), a part of the connecting rod (3), and the hand support (4) of the umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment in a separated state, and FIG. 5 is a drawing showing the part where the handle body (2) and the connecting rod (3) of the umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment are combined, viewed from the bottom.

[0042] Referring to FIG. 4, at least one of the plurality of connecting rods (3) is configured to be detachable from the handle body (2), and a spacing adjustment part (8) is formed to adjust the angle (9) at which the plurality of connecting rods (3) are spaced apart. If the handle body (2) and the connecting rod (3) of the spacing adjustment part (8) are formed in a rotatable manner, such as by a hinge or axial rotation, the connecting rod (3) can be spaced apart by adjusting it to an angle desired by the user and then fixed.

[0043] Specifically, referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, an upper gear (5) and a lower gear (6) that mesh with each other are formed at the bottom of the handle body (2) and the end of the connecting rod (3), respectively, so that the angle of separation between the plurality of connecting rods (3) can be subdivided and adjusted so that the gears mesh at an angle desired by the user.

[0044] Afterwards, the adjusted angle can be fixed by rotating the tightening knob (7), and the angle can be readjusted by loosening the tightening knob (7).

[0045] The method of implementing the gap adjustment unit (8) is not limited to the gear coupling method described above, and can be implemented in various ways as long as the configuration allows for adjusting the gap angle.

[0046] For example, the connecting rod (3) can be rotated using a ratchet or shaft rotation method with the tightening knob (7) as the axis, and the user can fix the angle by tightening the screw after properly separating the connecting rod (3) while the umbrella (1) is open. This structure has simple parts, resulting in low manufacturing costs and excellent tolerance control and durability.

[0047] Alternatively, it can be implemented using a slide insertion method. A specific arc-shaped slit is provided on the connecting member (3), and a corresponding projection is formed on the handle body (2) side to allow operation along the corresponding path. This method allows for easy angle adjustment by locking it by inserting a pin or screw at a specific angle.

[0048] Through the spacing adjustment part (8) implemented in the manner described above, users can adjust the spacing angle of the connecting rod (3) to match their wrist and arm angles, thereby achieving both grip stability and reduced fatigue during long-term use.

[0049] Furthermore, in strong wind conditions, the above connecting rod (3) may be spaced far apart to increase the wrist lever effect, or in normal weather, it may be set at a narrower angle to increase portability.

[0050] Meanwhile, the umbrella handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention has been described above, and below, with reference to FIG. 6, the umbrella handle device according to the second embodiment, which is another embodiment of the present invention, will be described. FIG. 6 is a drawing showing an umbrella (1) being held using the umbrella handle device according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] The handle body (2) is the part that the user holds with their hand to support the umbrella (1), just like in the first embodiment, and may be curved or have an anti-slip coating applied to comfortably accommodate the user's palm and fingers.

[0052] Meanwhile, in the first embodiment, a connecting member (3) is formed at the bottom of the handle body (2), whereas in the second embodiment, a plurality of connecting members (3) are formed on the side of the handle body (2) at a predetermined angle apart from each other.

[0053] In the second embodiment, two connecting rods (3) are also formed, but are not necessarily limited thereto, and it is also possible to form two or more. It is preferable that the connecting rods (3) be formed in a rectangular shape, and one end of each connecting rod (3) is formed to be connected to the side of the handle body (2).

[0054] A hand support (4) is connected downward to the other end of the connecting member (3), that is, the opposite end of the one end connected to the handle body (2), and is formed at each other end of the connecting member (3). The hand support (4) is preferably formed in the shape of a cylindrical bar, but is not limited thereto.

[0055] That is, in the second embodiment, the hand support (4) is formed by being connected in a manner that extends downward from the other end of the connecting rod (3). This allows the user to support the back of the hand and the thumb area when gripping the handle body (2), and this enables the user to utilize arm strength in addition to hand strength, thereby allowing the user to grip the umbrella (1) stably.

[0056] Meanwhile, the umbrella handle device according to the second embodiment is configured such that at least one of the plurality of connecting rods (3) is detachable from the handle body (2), just like the first embodiment, and a spacing adjustment part (8) can be formed to adjust the angle (9) at which the plurality of connecting rods (3) are spaced apart.

[0057] The gap adjustment part (8) can be designed so that the handle body (2) and the connecting rod (3) are rotatably connected, and, for example, if formed in a way such as a hinge or axial rotation, the connecting rod (3) can be adjusted to an angle desired by the user, separated, and then fixed.

[0058] Specifically, a bracket or the like is formed on the side of the handle body (2), and gears (5, 6) that interlock with each other are formed at the end of the bracket and the end of the connecting rod (3), so that the angle of separation between the connecting rods (3) can be subdivided and adjusted so that the gears interlock at an angle desired by the user.

[0059] Afterwards, the adjusted angle can be fixed by rotating the tightening knob (7), and the angle can be readjusted by loosening the tightening knob (7).

[0060] The method of implementing the gap adjustment unit (8) is not limited to the gear coupling method described above, and can be implemented in various ways as long as the configuration allows for adjusting the gap angle.

[0061] For example, the connecting rod (3) can be rotated using the tightening knob (7) as an axis in a ratchet or shaft rotation manner, and the user can fix the angle by tightening the screw after properly separating the connecting rod (3) while the umbrella (1) is open.

[0062] This structure has simple parts, resulting in low manufacturing costs and excellent tolerance control and durability.

[0063] Alternatively, it can be implemented using a slide insertion method. A specific arc-shaped slit is provided on the connecting member (3), and a corresponding projection is formed on the handle body (2) side to allow operation along the corresponding path. This method allows for easy angle adjustment by locking it by inserting a pin or screw at a specific angle.

[0064] Through the spacing adjustment part (8) implemented in the manner described above, users can adjust the spacing angle of the connecting rod (3) to match their wrist and arm angles, thereby achieving both grip stability and reduced fatigue during long-term use.

[0065] Furthermore, in windy conditions, the connecting rod (3) can be spaced far apart to increase the wrist lever effect, or in normal weather, it can be set at a narrower angle to increase portability.

[0066] Meanwhile, the second embodiment also has a common effect of enabling the umbrella (1) to be held stably by utilizing arm strength in addition to hand strength, just like the first embodiment.

[0067] However, unlike the first embodiment, the connecting member (3) is formed on the side of the handle body (2) and the hand support (4) is extended downward and connected, so there may be some difference in the main effect.

[0068] Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6, when a user grips the handle body (2) according to the second embodiment, it mainly supports the back of the user's hand and thumb, so that when the umbrella (1) is lifted up or turned inside out by strong winds, it presses against the back of the hand or thumb area from above, thereby preventing the umbrella from turning inside out.

[0069] Furthermore, due to the back-of-hand support, it is possible to control the umbrella (1) more easily even when it shakes in the horizontal and vertical directions.

[0070] In addition, by fixing the back of the hand from above, the wrist is prevented from bending excessively backward during use, which reduces fatigue when holding the umbrella (1) for a long time, and it is easier to transfer arm strength to the hand support (4), making it easier to respond to situations where the umbrella (1) is lifted upward.

[0071] The technical concept of the present invention has been examined through the above examples.

[0072] It is obvious that a person skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can make various modifications or changes to the embodiments described above from the description of the present invention. Furthermore, it is obvious that a person skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can make various modifications including the technical concept according to the present invention from the description of the present invention, even if not explicitly illustrated or described, and such modifications still fall within the scope of the rights of the present invention. The embodiments described above with reference to the accompanying drawings are described for the purpose of explaining the present invention, and the scope of the rights of the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

Claims

1. In an umbrella handle device, A handle body formed to allow a user to grip it with their hand; A plurality of connecting rods formed on the handle body at a predetermined angle apart from each other; and A hand support formed to support the user's hand by connecting to the other end of each of the above-mentioned connecting rods; An umbrella handle device characterized by including 2. In Paragraph 1, An umbrella handle device characterized in that the plurality of connecting rods are formed at the bottom of the handle body, and the hand support is connected upwardly to the other end of each connecting rod.

3. In Paragraph 1, An umbrella handle device characterized in that the plurality of connecting rods are formed on the side of the handle body, and the hand support is connected downward to the other end of each connecting rod.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 3, An umbrella handle device characterized in that at least one of the plurality of connecting rods is configured to be detachably connected to the handle body, thereby allowing the angle at which the plurality of connecting rods are spaced apart to be adjusted.

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