FOLDABLE TABLE

Information

  • Patent Application
  • 20250194789
  • Publication Number
    20250194789
  • Date Filed
    March 05, 2025
    3 months ago
  • Date Published
    June 19, 2025
    13 days ago
  • Inventors
    • XU; Hongli
    • XU; Ye
  • Original Assignees
    • Changzhou Kenick International Trade Co., Ltd.
Abstract
A foldable table includes a support assembly, a tabletop assembly, a rotating assembly and a buffer member. The tabletop assembly is rotatably connected to the support assembly through the rotating assembly and is rotatable between a use position and a storage position. One end of the buffer member is connected to the support assembly, and the other end of the buffer member is connected to the tabletop assembly. When the tabletop assembly rotates from the use position to the storage position, the buffer member generates a resistance opposite to a rotation direction of the tabletop assembly, and a magnitude of the resistance is less than a force driving the rotation of the tabletop assembly. Through the arrangement of the above structure, when folding the foldable table of the present invention, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure, but also prevent accidental injury to the user.
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates to the technical field of daily living articles, and in particular, to a foldable table.


BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

In modern life and work scenarios, efficient utilization of space has become increasingly important. As a piece of furniture capable of flexible transformation, a foldable table is widely used in various fields such as home, office, and outdoor environments. It provides a surface for work, dining, study, and entertainment when in use, and reduces space occupation through folding when not in use.


At present, most foldable tables on the market utilize a hinged mechanism to achieve the folding function between the tabletop assembly and the support legs. However, this simple design exposes a series of issues during actual use. For example, when the tabletop assembly is folded, there is often a lack of an effective buffering mechanism, causing the tabletop assembly to generate significant impact forces during rotation. This not only damages the structure of the foldable table itself, shortening its service life, but also poses potential safety hazards during operation, such as pinching the user. Additionally, a few foldable tables with corresponding buffering structures rely on setting different folding angle positions for buffering. For instance, some foldable tables incorporate complex slot and latch block structures between the tabletop assembly and the support legs to achieve multi-position adjustment. When folding the tabletop assembly, the user must repeatedly move the latch block from one slot to another to reach the final storage position. This process is time-consuming and labor-intensive, requiring adjustment through each position step by step, resulting in cumbersome operation and low efficiency.


Therefore, the present invention provides a foldable table, which can effectively solve the above problems. When it is folded, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure but also prevent accidental injury to the user. At the same time, the folding operation can be completed simply and efficiently.


SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a foldable table, which can effectively solve the above problems. When it is folded, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure but also prevent accidental injury to the user. At the same time, the folding operation can be completed simply and efficiently.


The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the technical problem is as follows.


A foldable table includes a support assembly, a tabletop assembly, a rotating assembly and a buffer member. The tabletop assembly is rotatably connected to the support assembly through the rotating assembly and is rotatable between a use position and a storage position. One end of the buffer member is connected to the support assembly, and the other end of the buffer member is connected to the tabletop assembly. When the tabletop assembly rotates from the use position to the storage position, the buffer member generates a resistance opposite to a rotation direction of the tabletop assembly, and a magnitude of the resistance is less than a force driving the rotation of the tabletop assembly.


As an improvement of the present invention, the support assembly has an L-shaped structure; the support assembly includes a base, the base is located at a lower end of the support assembly, and a height of the base does not exceed 6 cm.


As an improvement of the present invention, the buffer member is a gas spring; one end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the support assembly, and the other end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the tabletop assembly.


As an improvement of the present invention, the foldable table further includes a locking member; when the locking member is in a locking position, the locking member fixes the tabletop assembly relative to the support assembly; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the tabletop assembly rotates from the use position to the storage position.


As an improvement of the present invention, the rotating assembly includes a first rotating member and a second rotating member; the first rotating member is connected to the support assembly, and the second rotating member is connected to the tabletop assembly; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the second rotating member rotates relative to the first rotating member, thereby driving the tabletop assembly to rotate from the use position to the storage position.


As an improvement of the present invention, the tabletop assembly includes a first plate, a second plate, and a frame; the frame is provided with an angle adjustment member; the second plate is connected to the angle adjustment member, and the angle adjustment member drives the second plate to rotate relative to the rotating assembly.


As an improvement of the present invention, a blocking member is arranged at an edge of the tabletop assembly; an upper end of the blocking member is higher than a surface of the tabletop assembly facing away from the support assembly, and the blocking member is configured to prevent objects on the tabletop assembly from sliding.


As an improvement of the present invention, the first rotating member is provided with a slotted hole; a notch is arranged on one side of the second rotating member adjacent to the locking member; the locking member is partially located within the slotted hole, and the locking member is able to slide within the slotted hole; when the locking member is in the locking position, the locking member is partially located in the notch, thereby locking the first rotating member and the second rotating member relative to each other; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the locking member disengages from the notch, and the second rotating member rotates relative to the first rotating member.


As an improvement of the present invention, the support assembly includes a fixed table leg and a lifting table leg, and the lifting table leg is movably connected to the fixed table leg; an accommodating space is provided in the fixed table leg and the lifting table leg, and a lifting adjustment member is arranged within the accommodating space; the lifting adjustment member is connected to the lifting table leg, the lifting adjustment member drives the lifting table leg to move up and down relative to the fixed table leg, and the tabletop assembly moves up and down synchronously with the lifting table leg.


As an improvement of the present invention, a sliding member is arranged under the base, and the foldable table is slidable through the sliding member.


As an improvement of the present invention, the buffer member is connected to the support assembly and the tabletop assembly, and a first connecting groove and a second connecting groove are respectively arranged at two ends of the buffer member; a first movable member and a second movable member are respectively arranged on an upper portion of the support assembly and a lower side of the tabletop assembly, the first movable member is inserted into the first connecting groove, and the second movable member is inserted into the second connecting groove.


As an improvement of the present invention, the first movable member and the second movable member are provided with rotating ends respectively, the rotating end of the first movable member is inserted into the first connecting groove, and the rotating end of the second movable member is inserted into the second connecting groove.


As an improvement of the present invention, the second plate is connected to the frame through a hinge, and the angle adjustment member drives the second plate to rotate relative to the rotating assembly through the hinge.


As an improvement of the present invention, limiting members are arranged at two ends of the locking member, and the limiting members are configured to prevent the locking member from falling off.


As an improvement of the present invention, the locking member is elastically connected to the rotating assembly.


As an improvement of the present invention, the support assembly is provided with a fixing post, an elastic member is arranged on the fixing post, and the locking member is connected to the fixing post through the elastic member.


As an improvement of the present invention, the locking member is provided with a pull-strap, and the pull-strap is configured to pull the locking member.


As an improvement of the present invention, the blocking member is located at a lower edge of the tabletop assembly.


As an improvement of the present invention, a rotating shaft is arranged on one side of the first rotating member adjacent to the use position, and the second rotating member is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.


As an improvement of the present invention, the support assembly is further provided with a lifting control member, the lifting control member is connected to the lifting adjustment member, and the lifting control member is configured to control a movement of the lifting adjustment member.


Beneficial effects: through the arrangement of the above structure, when folding the foldable table of the present invention, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure, but also prevent accidental injury to the user. At the same time, the folding operation can be completed simply and efficiently.





BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

In order to explain the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention more clearly, the following will briefly introduce the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments. The drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present invention. Those of ordinary skill in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative work.


The present invention is further described below in detail in combination with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.



FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of an entire structure of a foldable table from a first angle according to the present invention;



FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the entire structure of the foldable table from a second angle according to the present invention;



FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of the foldable table according to the present invention when a tabletop is in a storage position;



FIG. 4 is an enlarged diagram of an area circled as A in FIG. 3 of the foldable table according to the present invention;



FIG. 5 is a first partial schematic diagram of the foldable table according to the present invention;



FIG. 6 is a second partial schematic diagram of the foldable table according to the present invention;



FIG. 7 is a third partial schematic diagram of the foldable table according to the present invention;



FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of the foldable table according to the present invention;



FIG. 9 is a schematic diagram of the foldable table according to the present invention during lifting and flipping; and



FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram of the entire structure of the foldable table from a third angle according to the present invention.





DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

To make the aforementioned objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention more comprehensible, specific implementations of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. The present invention may, however, be embodied in many forms different from that described here. A person skilled in the art can make similar improvements without departing from the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.


In the description of the present invention, It is to be understood that, The terms “center”, “longitudinal”, “transverse”, “upper”, “lower”, “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “vertical”, “horizontal”, “top”, “bottom”, “inner”, “outer”, “clockwise”, “counterclockwise”, and the like indicate azimuth or positional relationships based on the azimuth or positional relationships shown in the drawings, For purposes of convenience only of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, Rather than indicating or implying that the indicated device or element must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, therefore, not to be construed as limiting the present invention.


In addition, the terms “first” and “second” are used for descriptive purposes only, while not to be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated thereby, features defining “first,” “second,” and “second” may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the described features. In the description of the present invention, “multiple” means two or more unless explicitly specified otherwise.


In addition, the terms “install”, “arrange”, “provide”, “connect” and “couple” should be understood broadly. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, an integral structure, a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a communication between two devices, elements or components. For ordinary technical personnel in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in present invention can be understood based on specific circumstances.


In the present invention, unless specific regulation and limitation otherwise, the first feature “onto” or “under” the second feature may include the direct contact of the first feature and the second feature, or may include the contact of the first feature and the second feature through other features between them instead of direct contact. Moreover, the first feature “onto”, “above” and “on” the second feature includes that the first feature is right above and obliquely above the second feature, or merely indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is higher than the second feature. The first feature “under”, “below” and “down” the second feature includes that the first feature is right above and obliquely above the second feature, or merely indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is less than the second feature.


It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being “fixed to” another element, the element can be directly on another component or there can be a centered element. When an element is considered to be “connected” to another element, the element can be directly connected to another element or there may be a centered element. The terms “inner”, “outer”, “left”, “right”, and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not necessarily represent the only implementation.


Referring to FIG. 1 to FIG. 10, a foldable table includes:

    • a support assembly 1;
    • a tabletop assembly 3;
    • a rotating assembly 2, wherein the tabletop assembly 3 is rotatably connected to the support assembly 1 through the rotating assembly 2 and is rotatable between a use position and a storage position;
    • a buffer member 5, wherein one end of the buffer member 5 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the other end of the buffer member 5 is connected to the tabletop assembly 3;
    • when the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position, the buffer member 5 generates a resistance opposite to a rotation direction of the tabletop assembly 3, and a magnitude of the resistance is less than a force driving the rotation of the tabletop assembly 3.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, when folding the foldable table of the present invention, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure, but also prevent accidental injury to the user. At the same time, the folding operation can be completed simply and efficiently.


It should be understood that the resistance generated by the buffer member 5, which is opposite to the rotation direction of the tabletop assembly 3, specifically refers to the process in which the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position. For example, when the tabletop assembly 3 performs circular motion with its connection point to the rotating assembly 2 as the center, the tabletop assembly 3 rotates to a position where the buffer member 5 begins to generate resistance. From this position until the tabletop assembly 3 reaches the storage position, the direction of the resistance is opposite to the linear velocity direction of the tabletop assembly 3 at the position corresponding to the resistance. Preferably, the position where the buffer member 5 begins to generate resistance is the use position. However, it should also be noted that the position where the buffer member 5 begins to generate resistance may be any position during the rotation from the use position to the storage position.


It should be understood that the force driving the rotation of the tabletop assembly 3 may be solely the self-weight of the tabletop assembly 3, an external force, or a combination of an external force and gravity.


It should be understood that the use position refers to a position where the tabletop assembly 3 is horizontal or substantially horizontal relative to the support surface, and the storage position refers to a position where the tabletop assembly 3 is vertical or substantially vertical relative to the support surface.


It should be understood that the buffer member 5 may be a single structure selected from the group consisting of a gas spring, a damper, a torsion spring, and an elastic rubber pad, or a composite structure of the aforementioned components, and is not limited to a single configuration.


It should be noted that movement of the buffer member 5 does not necessarily imply generation of resistance. For example, when the buffer member 5 is a torsion spring, during rotation of the tabletop assembly 3 from the use position to the storage position, the torsion spring may initially be in a stretched state where no resistance is generated. Resistance is only produced when the torsion spring transitions to a compressed state, and in this state, the torsion spring generates an opposing force relative to the tabletop assembly 3.


Preferably, the buffer member 5 is connected to the support assembly 1 and the tabletop assembly 3, and a first connecting groove 51 and a second connecting groove 52 are respectively arranged at two ends of the buffer member 5. A first movable member 13 and a second movable member 341 are respectively arranged on an upper portion of the support assembly 1 and a lower side of the tabletop assembly 3. Both the first movable member 13 and the second movable member 341 are provided with a rotating end and a fixed end. The fixed end of the first movable member 13 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the fixed end of the second movable member 341 is connected to the tabletop assembly 3. The rotating end is a shaft head. The shaft head of the first movable member 13 is inserted into the first connecting groove 51, and the shaft head of the second movable member 341 is inserted into the second connecting groove 52. Through the arrangement of the above structure, when the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position, the gas spring is able to rotate around the shaft head, thereby rotating along with the tabletop assembly 3. Additionally, by arranging the gas spring at an upper end of the support assembly 1 facilitates smooth rotation of the gas spring.


The support assembly 1 has an L-shaped structure. The support assembly 1 includes a base 18, the base is 18 located at a lower end of the support assembly 1, and a height of the base 18 does not exceed 6 cm.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, when users use the foldable table of the present invention, they can insert the lower part of the L-shaped structure of the support assembly 1, which is substantially parallel to the support surface, into most gaps existing in daily life. This greatly improves the space utilization during folding and storage, as well as the convenience during use.


It should be understood that the L-shaped structure does not limit the support assembly 1 to having no additional structures on the portions perpendicular to or parallel to the supporting surface; rather, the L-shaped structure merely requires that the support assembly 1 as a whole exhibits an L-shaped configuration.


Preferably, the height of the base 18 is 4 cm.


In this embodiment, the buffer member 5 is a gas spring; one end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the support assembly 1, and the other end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the tabletop assembly 3.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, when folding the foldable table of the present invention, it can not only ensure the integrity of its own structure, but also prevent accidental injury to the user. At the same time, the folding operation can be completed simply and efficiently.


It should be understood that the gas spring primarily includes a cylinder, a piston, and a piston rod. The cylinder is filled with high-pressure gas (typically nitrogen), and the piston divides the cylinder interior into two gas chambers. The piston rod is connected to the piston, such that when the gas spring is subjected to an external force, the piston rod extends or retracts relative to the cylinder. When the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position, the gas spring rotates along with the tabletop assembly 3. Upon reaching an angle where compression initiates, the piston rod retracts into the cylinder, compressing the gas in one chamber, thereby reducing its volume and increasing its pressure. According to the ideal gas equation of state under approximately constant temperature conditions, pressure is inversely proportional to volume, and the increased gas pressure generates a resistance force opposing the external compression. Furthermore, during compression, gas gradually flows from one chamber to the other through damping orifices on the piston. This gas flow is subjected to damping effects, which dissipate energy, thereby smoothing the compression process and achieving the buffering effect.


In this embodiment, the foldable table further includes a locking member 4; when the locking member 4 is in a locking position, the locking member 4 fixes the tabletop assembly 3 relative to the support assembly 1; when the locking member 4 is disengaged from the locking position, the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, the tabletop assembly 3 maintains stable positioning during normal use. For example, when heavy objects such as computers, books, or other items are placed on the tabletop assembly 3, or when operations requiring applied force (such as writing or crafting) are performed, the tabletop assembly 3 remains stable without unintended tilting or rotation caused by external forces. This configuration provides users with a reliable working platform, ensuring secure placement of objects and preventing damage caused by accidental falls due to instability. In addition, the locking member 4 facilitates a simplified folding process. By simply disengaging the locking member 4 from the locking position, the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position, thereby streamlining operational steps and enhancing user experience.


It should be understood that the locking member 4 can be an independent object, such as a latch bolt cooperating with a socket, or it can be a localized structure. For example, when the rotating assembly 2 includes a hinge connecting the tabletop assembly 3 to the support assembly 1, the locking member 4 can be a slidable latch block arranged at one end of the part connecting the lower side of the tabletop assembly 3 to the rotating assembly 2, opposite to the end where the hinge is located. When the latch block is inserted into or engaged with the support assembly 1, it restricts the rotation of the tabletop assembly 3 relative to the support assembly 1. When the latch block is detached from the support assembly 1, the tabletop assembly 3 rotates from the use position to the storage position. Additionally, it can be a detachable structure with one part arranged on the tabletop assembly 3 and the other part positioned on the support assembly 1. For instance, there can be hanging hooks separately positioned on the lower side of the tabletop assembly 3 and the upper end of the support assembly 1.


In this embodiment, the rotating assembly 2 includes a first rotating member 21 and a second rotating member 22. The first rotating member 21 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the second rotating member 22 is connected to the tabletop assembly 3. When the locking member 4 is disengaged from the locking position, the second rotating member 22 rotates relative to the first rotating member 21, thereby driving the tabletop assembly 3 to rotate from the use position to the storage position.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, when using the foldable table, the first rotating member 21 and the second rotating member 22 are locked by the locking member 4, ensuring that the tabletop assembly 3 remains in a stable use position. This configuration allows items to be placed on the table or activities such as writing or dining to be performed without shaking or deformation of the table. Additionally, the folding process of the foldable table is simplified. When folding is required, disengaging the locking member 4 from the locking position enables the second rotating member 22 to rotate relative to the first rotating member 21, thereby driving the tabletop assembly 3 from the use position to the storage position.


Preferably, a rotating shaft 211 is arranged on one side of the first rotating member 21 adjacent to the use position, and the second rotating member 22 is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 211. When the locking member 4 is disengaged from the first rotating member 21 and/or the second rotating member 22, the second rotating member 22 rotates relative to the rotating shaft 211.


The arrangement of the rotating shaft 211 provides a fixed pivot point for the second rotating member 22. Unlocking the locking member 4 enables the second rotating member 22 to rotate around the rotating shaft 211 in a stable and predictable manner, preventing deviation or shaking during rotation and allowing the tabletop assembly 3 to smoothly transition from the use position to the storage position. Compared to a free rotation mode without a fixed shaft, the rotating shaft 211 connection ensures even force distribution. When the second rotating member 22 rotates, forces concentrate around the rotating shaft 211, reducing uneven friction and collisions between components caused by rotation. This minimizes wear on folding components and extends the foldable table's service life.


In this embodiment, the tabletop assembly 3 includes a first plate 31, a second plate 32, and a frame 34. The frame 34 is provided with an angle adjustment member 23. The second plate 32 is connected to the angle adjustment member 23, and the angle adjustment member 23 drives the second plate 32 to rotate relative to the rotating assembly 2.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, the problem of requiring part of the tabletop assembly 3 to be positioned horizontally for supporting items such as mobile phones, while another part is inclined for holding items like notebooks, is resolved. This configuration addresses diverse functional demands by improving operational flexibility and adaptability.


Preferably, the rotating assembly 2 is located on the lower side of the frame 34. The second plate 32 is connected to the frame 34 via the hinge, and the angle adjustment member 23 drives the second plate 32 to rotate relative to the rotating assembly 2 via the hinge.


Preferably, the angle adjustment member 23 is a self-locking gas spring, and a control device is provided on the angle adjustment member 23. To adjust the angle of the second plate 32, the user presses the control device, causing it to engage and unlock the locking device of the self-locking gas spring. The high-pressure compressed gas inside the gas spring then pushes the piston and piston rod outward, expanding the gas volume and reducing the pressure. This causes the gas spring to return to its initial state, driving the second plate 32 to rotate. When the desired angle is achieved, the user stops applying external force to the control device, allowing the locking device to re-engage and lock the second plate 32. To lower the second plate 32, the user applies a force to the second plate 32 while maintaining pressure on the locking device, pressing down the piston rod and causing the second plate 32 to rotate downward. When the horizontal position is reached, the user releases the force, allowing the locking device to re-engage and lock the second plate 32.


In this embodiment, a blocking member 33 is arranged at an edge of the tabletop assembly 3. An upper end of the blocking member 33 is higher than a surface of the tabletop assembly 3 facing away from the support assembly 1, and the blocking member 33 is configured to prevent objects on the tabletop assembly 3 from sliding.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, items on the tabletop assembly 3 are effectively prevented from falling to the ground, improving safety during use.


For example, during daily use of the foldable table, small items such as stationery, small electronic devices, tableware, and the like are often placed on the tabletop assembly 3. The blocking member 33 effectively prevents these items from falling off the edge due to accidental collisions, shaking, or tilting of the tabletop assembly 3. For instance, when writing on the foldable table, arm movements may contact an eraser near the edge. With the blocking member 33, the eraser remains on the tabletop assembly 3 instead of rolling onto the ground. Furthermore, for sharp or fragile items such as knives or glassware, the blocking member 33 prevents them from sliding off, thereby avoiding accidental injuries to users or bystanders.


Preferably, the blocking member 33 is located at the lower edge of the tabletop assembly 3.


In this embodiment, the first rotating member 21 is provided with a slotted hole 212, and a notch 221 is arranged on one side of the second rotating member 22 adjacent to the locking member 4. The locking member 4 is partially located within the slotted hole 212 and is able to slide within the slotted hole 212. When the locking member 4 is in the locking position, the locking member 4 is partially located in the notch 221, thereby locking the first rotating member 21 and the second rotating member 22 relative to each other. When the locking member 4 is disengaged from the locking position, the locking member 4 disengages from the notch 221, and the second rotating member 22 rotates relative to the first rotating member 21.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, a simple yet robust locking mechanism is established. When part of the locking member 4 is simultaneously located in the slotted hole 212 and engaged with the notch 221, the first and second rotating members 21, 22 are securely interlocked, withstanding external loads and maintaining the tabletop assembly 3 stable during use. For instance, under heavy loads or applied pressure, the mechanism prevents accidental separation of the rotating members, ensuring stable functionality of the foldable table. The unlocking process requires minimal user intervention: sliding the locking member 4 out of the notch 221 disengages the connection, simplifying the operation process.


It should be understood that the slotted hole 212 and the notch 221 may each be substituted with any one of a hole, a groove, or a notch.


Preferably, the locking member 4 is elastically connected to the rotating assembly 2. When the tabletop assembly 3 is in the use position, the locking member 4 is in the locking position. A portion of the locking member 4 is simultaneously positioned within the slotted hole 212 and the notch 221. The part of the locking member 4 within the notch 221 engages with the second rotating member 22, locking the second rotating member 22 relative to the first rotating member 21 and preventing its rotation. Meanwhile, the portion of the locking member 4 is located within the slotted hole 212 is engaged by walls of the slotted hole 212, thus locking the locking member 4 relative to the first rotating member 21. When the locking member 4 disengages from the locked position by sliding within the slotted hole 212, it disengages from the notch 221, enabling the tabletop assembly 3 to rotate from the use position to the storage position. The second rotating member 22 rotates relative to the first rotating member 21 under the influence of a driving force, which is typically its own gravity, but can also be an external force or a combination of external force and gravity.


The locking member 4 is provided with limiting members 41 at both ends. Preferably, the limiting members 41 are limiting nuts, which effectively prevent the risk of ineffective locking caused by accidental detachment of the locking member 4.


The locking member 4 is elastically connected to the support assembly 1. Specifically, the support assembly 1 is provided with a fixing post 24, and an elastic member 241 is arranged on the fixing post 24. Preferably, the elastic member 241 is a spring, and the locking member 4 is connected to the fixing post 24 via the spring.


The locking member 4 is provided with a pull-strap 42. By pulling the pull-strap 42, a user causes the locking member 4 to slide within the slotted hole 212 and disengage from the notch 221. Upon removal of the external force, the locking member 4 returns to the locking position via the spring. To re-secure the tabletop assembly 3 in the use position, the user pulls the pull-strap 42 to withdraw the locking member 4 from the locking position. After the tabletop assembly 3 returns to its position, the locking member 4 is reset into the locking position, with a portion of the locking member 4 located within the notch 221, thereby re-locking the tabletop assembly 3.


In this embodiment, the support assembly 1 includes a fixed table leg 14 and a lifting table leg 15, and the lifting table leg 15 is movably connected to the fixed table leg 14. An accommodating space is provided in the fixed table leg 14 and the lifting table leg 15, and a lifting adjustment member 16 is arranged within the accommodating space. The lifting adjustment member 16 is connected to the lifting table leg 15, the lifting adjustment member 16 drives the lifting table leg 15 to move up and down relative to the fixed table leg 14, and the tabletop assembly 3 moves up and down synchronously with the lifting table leg 15.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, users of different heights can adjust the table height according to their comfortable heights. For example, when children use the foldable table, the height of the tabletop assembly 3 can be lowered to facilitate activities such as studying and drawing. When adults use it, the tabletop assembly 3 can be raised to an appropriate position, for example, for office work or placing a computer, enabling their arms to rest naturally on the tabletop. This avoids physical fatigue caused by an overly low or high table, which conforms to the principles of ergonomics. Meanwhile, in different scenarios, different tabletop heights may be required. For example, when using the table while lying in bed, sitting on the sofa, or standing, users can adjust the table height according to the specific scenario. This further enriches the functions of the foldable table of the present invention and enhances its practicality.


Preferably, the lifting adjustment member 16 is a self-locking gas spring. The support assembly 1 is further provided with a lifting control member 17, which is connected to the lifting adjustment member 16 and controls its movement. When height adjustment of the foldable table is required, the user presses the lifting control member 17 to unlock the locking mechanism on the self-locking gas spring. Subsequently, due to the high pressure of the compressed gas inside the gas spring, the piston and piston rod are driven to extend outward to achieve pressure equilibrium, thereby actuating the lifting table leg 15 to move up and down. To lower the height, the user applies a downward external force to compress the gas within the piston. Upon reaching the desired position, the user releases the lifting control member 17, causing the locking mechanism of the self-locking gas spring to re-engage and lock the lifting table leg 15 in place.


In this embodiment, a sliding member 181 is arranged under the base 18, and the foldable table is slidable through the sliding member 181.


Through the arrangement of the above structure, the foldable table of the present invention can stand more stably on a supporting surface. Simultaneously, the sliding member 181 enables convenient relocation of the foldable table to a desired position without requiring lifting or carrying, thereby avoiding potential damage from handling and collisions with surrounding objects. For example, during cleaning, it is often necessary to move the table to clean the floor beneath it. In such cases, the sliding member 181 allows the foldable table to be easily moved aside, facilitating thorough cleaning of the floor area under the table and eliminating hard-to-reach spots caused by difficulty in moving the table. After cleaning, the table can be effortlessly returned to its original position.


As described above, one or more embodiments are provided in conjunction with the detailed description, The specific implementation of the present invention is not confirmed to be limited to that the description is similar to or similar to the method, the structure and the like of the present invention, or a plurality of technical deductions or substitutions are made on the premise of the conception of the present invention to be regarded as the protection of the present invention.

Claims
  • 1. A foldable table comprising: a support assembly;a tabletop assembly;a rotating assembly, wherein the tabletop assembly is rotatably connected to the support assembly through the rotating assembly and is rotatable between a use position and a storage position;a buffer member, wherein one end of the buffer member is connected to the support assembly, and the other end of the buffer member is connected to the tabletop assembly;when the tabletop assembly rotates from the use position to the storage position, the buffer member generates a resistance opposite to a rotation direction of the tabletop assembly, and a magnitude of the resistance is less than a force driving the rotation of the tabletop assembly.
  • 2. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein the support assembly has an L-shaped structure; the support assembly comprises a base, the base is located at a lower end of the support assembly, and a height of the base does not exceed 6 cm.
  • 3. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein the buffer member is a gas spring; one end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the support assembly, and the other end of the gas spring is rotatably connected to the tabletop assembly.
  • 4. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein the foldable table further comprises a locking member; when the locking member is in a locking position, the locking member fixes the tabletop assembly relative to the support assembly; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the tabletop assembly rotates from the use position to the storage position.
  • 5. The foldable table according to claim 4, wherein the rotating assembly comprises a first rotating member and a second rotating member; the first rotating member is connected to the support assembly, and the second rotating member is connected to the tabletop assembly; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the second rotating member rotates relative to the first rotating member, thereby driving the tabletop assembly to rotate from the use position to the storage position.
  • 6. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein the tabletop assembly comprises a first plate, a second plate, and a frame; the frame is provided with an angle adjustment member; the second plate is connected to the angle adjustment member, and the angle adjustment member drives the second plate to rotate relative to the rotating assembly.
  • 7. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein a blocking member is arranged at an edge of the tabletop assembly; an upper end of the blocking member is higher than a surface of the tabletop assembly facing away from the support assembly, and the blocking member is configured to prevent objects on the tabletop assembly from sliding.
  • 8. The foldable table according to claim 5, wherein the first rotating member is provided with a slotted hole; a notch is arranged on one side of the second rotating member adjacent to the locking member; the locking member is partially located within the slotted hole, and the locking member is able to slide within the slotted hole; when the locking member is in the locking position, the locking member is partially located in the notch, thereby locking the first rotating member and the second rotating member relative to each other; when the locking member is disengaged from the locking position, the locking member disengages from the notch, and the second rotating member rotates relative to the first rotating member.
  • 9. The foldable table according to claim 1, wherein the support assembly comprises a fixed table leg and a lifting table leg, and the lifting table leg is movably connected to the fixed table leg; an accommodating space is provided in the fixed table leg and the lifting table leg, and a lifting adjustment member is arranged within the accommodating space; the lifting adjustment member is connected to the lifting table leg, the lifting adjustment member drives the lifting table leg to move up and down relative to the fixed table leg, and the tabletop assembly moves up and down synchronously with the lifting table leg.
  • 10. The foldable table according to claim 2, wherein a sliding member is arranged under the base, and the foldable table is slidable through the sliding member.
  • 11. The foldable table according to claim 5, wherein the buffer member is connected to the support assembly and the tabletop assembly, and a first connecting groove and a second connecting groove are respectively arranged at two ends of the buffer member; a first movable member and a second movable member are respectively arranged on an upper portion of the support assembly and a lower side of the tabletop assembly, the first movable member is inserted into the first connecting groove, and the second movable member is inserted into the second connecting groove.
  • 12. The foldable table according to claim 11, wherein the first movable member and the second movable member are provided with rotating ends respectively, the rotating end of the first movable member is inserted into the first connecting groove, and the rotating end of the second movable member is inserted into the second connecting groove.
  • 13. The foldable table according to claim 6, wherein the second plate is connected to the frame through a hinge, and the angle adjustment member drives the second plate to rotate relative to the rotating assembly through the hinge.
  • 14. The foldable table according to claim 8, wherein limiting members are arranged at two ends of the locking member, and the limiting members are configured to prevent the locking member from falling off.
  • 15. The foldable table according to claim 8, wherein the locking member is elastically connected to the rotating assembly.
  • 16. The foldable table according to claim 15, wherein the support assembly is provided with a fixing post, an elastic member is arranged on the fixing post, and the locking member is connected to the fixing post through the elastic member.
  • 17. The foldable table according to claim 4, wherein the locking member is provided with a pull-strap, and the pull-strap is configured to pull the locking member.
  • 18. The foldable table according to claim 7, wherein the blocking member is located at a lower edge of the tabletop assembly.
  • 19. The foldable table according to claim 5, wherein a rotating shaft is arranged on one side of the first rotating member adjacent to the use position, and the second rotating member is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.
  • 20. The foldable table according to claim 9, wherein the support assembly is further provided with a lifting control member, the lifting control member is connected to the lifting adjustment member, and the lifting control member is configured to control a movement of the lifting adjustment member.