Foldable connecting structure for bed frame
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional bed frames face challenges in packaging volume and transportation due to their large and rigid structure, and existing folding designs often lack stability and are complex to operate, posing safety risks.
Innovation Solution
A folding connection mechanism for bed frames featuring a hinge with a lock buckle and lock pin that allows for easy folding and unfolding, providing stability and safety by ensuring the frame remains locked in the unfolded state under load.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If traditional rigid bed frame structure is used, then structural stability is maintained, but packaging volume increases and transportation becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame is divided into multiple separable sections connected by folding hinges, allowing the frame to be segmented for compact folding while maintaining structural integrity when assembled. The hinge connects a first connecting member and a second connecting member that can rotate relative to each other, enabling the frame to be divided into foldable segments.
Solution Approach 2:
The bed frame incorporates dynamic folding hinges with locking mechanisms that allow the structure to transition between fixed and movable states. The hinge includes a lock buckle with a lock groove and a lock pin that can engage to lock the folding members in place, providing dynamic adaptability between compact folded state and stable assembled state.
2Volume of moving object
If folding design is implemented to reduce packaging volume, then transportation becomes easier, but stability and safety are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is designed to automatically engage the lock pin with the lock groove when the folding members are in the extended position, preliminarily securing the structure before use. This preliminary locking action ensures stability is established as soon as the bed frame is assembled, preventing unintended folding during normal use.
Solution Approach 2:
The lock buckle and lock pin mechanism provides a safety buffer by maintaining continuous engagement capability. The lock groove is positioned and oriented to ensure the lock pin remains engaged under load, providing a cushioning effect that prevents sudden failure or unintended folding even when uneven stress is applied to the bed frame.
3Reliability
If complex locking mechanism is added to ensure stability, then safety improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is designed to be self-servicing through gravity-assisted engagement. When the folding members are extended, the lock pin automatically aligns with and engages the lock groove without requiring additional actuators or complex control systems. The lock groove faces downward when engaged, allowing gravity to help maintain the locked position and prevent accidental disengagement.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking function is merged with the folding hinge structure itself rather than being a separate independent system. The lock buckle is rotatably positioned on the first connecting member, and the lock pin is integrated on the second connecting member, combining the folding and locking functions into a single integrated mechanism that reduces overall system complexity.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple components are used for folding mechanism, then folding capability is achieved, but ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The folding mechanism leverages gravity and the natural weight of the bed frame components to assist in the folding and unfolding process. When the lock pin is disengaged from the lock groove, the components can fold or unfold with minimal effort as gravity provides the driving force, making the operation simple and intuitive for the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking function is extracted as a separate, simple engagement feature rather than being integrated into a complex multi-component system. The lock pin and lock groove provide a straightforward lock-and-release mechanism that can be easily operated by hand, separating the locking function from the folding motion to simplify user interaction.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The mechanism reduces packaging volume, enhances stability, and improves user safety by preventing unintended folding, even under uneven stress, while being easy to operate and cost-effective to manufacture.
Implementation Method 1
a hinge, wherein the hinge comprises a first connecting member and a second connecting member, wherein the first connecting member and the second connecting member are configured to be rotatably connected to each other
Implementation Method 2
a lock buckle, wherein the lock buckle is configured to be rotatably positioned on the first connecting member, and wherein the lock buckle is equipped with a lock groove; a lock pin, wherein the lock pin is positioned on the second connecting member, and wherein the lock pin is configured to be inserted into the lock groove
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a folding connection mechanism and a bed frame, wherein the folding connection mechanism comprises a hinge, a lock buckle and a lock pin. The folding connection mechanism can improve the stability of the connection.