Patent Application
20240000208
The present application claims priority based on Chinese Utility Model Patent Application No. 202221655815, filing date Jun. 29, 2022, published as Chinese Publication No. 217658982, entitled “Multifunctional Baby Bed,” inventor Yunfeng Wang, the entirety of which is incorporated herein by reference.
The present invention relates to the field of baby products, and in particular to a multifunctional baby bed.
Existing infant/child cribs are relatively straightforward in that they provide an environment that holds the child when awake and asleep. However, a standard crib offers no other function and must be folded and separately packed or carried when transported. In today's society, carrying a separate crib with other luggage or items is inconvenient for travelers. Minimizing the number of items transported is highly beneficial when traveling.
Cribs are preferably stable and firm in structure, and safety in such cribs is of paramount importance. It can be beneficial to offer a crib that is convenient to fold and carry, has a long service life, provides a desirable sleep environment for the child, and can be used in a manner that reduces the need to carry or transport the crib as a separate item.
It would be beneficial to provide a crib that overcomes issues with prior crib designs.
The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the claimed subject matter. This summary is not an extensive overview, and is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope of the claimed subject matter. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
According to one embodiment, there is provided a multifunctional crib, comprising a body having a substantially box shape and defining a storage space with an openable top and an accommodating compartment provided in the storage space, the accommodating compartment being deployable and defining an accommodating space. The accommodating compartment is configured to protrude out of the storage space and retract into the storage space. The multifunctional crib when the accommodating compartment is retracted into the storage space appears and functions as luggage.
According to a further embodiment, there is provided a combination crib and luggage apparatus, comprising a body, a deployable guardrail supported by telescoping members connected to the body, and a barrier connected to the guardrail and an interior of the body such that when the guardrail is deployed the body and the barrier function as a crib.
According to another embodiment, there is provided a combination crib and luggage apparatus comprising a body comprising a space, a plurality of telescoping members connected to the body, a guardrail connected to the plurality of telescoping members and deployable above the space, and a fence connected to the guardrail and an interior of the body. When the plurality of telescoping members is extended, the guardrail is deployed away from the body and the fence forms an enclosure.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles of the claimed subject matter may be employed and the claimed subject matter is intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features may become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
In this document, the words “embodiment,” “variant,” and similar expressions are used to refer to particular apparatus, process, or article of manufacture, and not necessarily to the same apparatus, process, or article of manufacture. Thus, “one embodiment” (or a similar expression) used in one place or context can refer to a particular apparatus, process, or article of manufacture; the same or a similar expression in a different place can refer to a different apparatus, process, or article of manufacture. The expression “alternative embodiment” and similar phrases are used to indicate one of a number of different possible embodiments. The number of possible embodiments is not necessarily limited to two or any other quantity.
The word “exemplary” is used herein to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any embodiment or variant described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments or variants. All of the embodiments and variants described in this description are exemplary embodiments and variants provided to enable persons skilled in the art to make or use the invention, and not to limit the scope of legal protection afforded the invention, which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. If directional indications are provided (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, top, bottom, inner, outer, vertical, transverse, longitudinal, counterclockwise, clockwise, circumferential, radial, axial . . . ), the directional indication is only used to explain the relative positional relationship, movement conditions, etc. When the specific posture changes, the directional indication also changes accordingly.
A description related to “the first” or “the second” etc. in an embodiment are for descriptive purposes only and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implying the number of technical characteristics indicated. Thus, features defined as “first” and “second” may expressly or implicitly include up to one or more fewer features. In addition, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other.
One purpose of the present design is to propose a multifunctional crib, providing benefits compared to standard foldable and transportable cribs. The crib design includes a main body that is generally box shaped, defining a storage space or accommodating space with an open top or an openable storage space within a accommodating compartment. The accommodating compartment is movable and installed in the storage space or accommodating space. The accommodating compartment includes a movable piece that may extend upward to provide a higher barrier, may have at least one open side. When the accommodating compartment is placed in a fully deployed configuration, the storage space is formed and available to receive the child or baby. The accommodating compartment can move relative to the main body of the crib between positions extending out of the accommodation space and can be retracted into the accommodation space.
The accommodating compartment can be lifted and moved to be installed in the storage space using a lifting adjustment mechanism that includes telescoping rods located on both sides of the storage space and a controllable locking mechanism. In one aspect, the lower fixed section of the telescoping rod is connected to the main body, the upper movable section is connected to the accommodating compartment body, and the controllable locking device controllably retracts the accommodating compartment. A boom or fence can be locked in an extended or deployed state.
The accommodating compartment, configured to receive a child or desired items, includes a frame-shaped guardrail, a fence that the top is connected with a guardrail, and a bottom that is located at the bottom of the fence. Support members and/or mattresses as well as additional items may be provided in the accommodation space.
The design further includes a support assembly on the outside of described main body, the support assembly including swivel wheels and/or feet. When swivel wheels are provided, the swivel wheels may be installed on one side of the length of the main body. When feet are provided, the feet may be installed on the bottom of the main body as shown in the Figures provided.
The bottom of the main body may be formed with a receiving groove corresponding to a position of a leg, and one end of the leg can be pivotally installed in a receiving slot. A hinged end of the leg can be used as a fulcrum to swing between the positions of being received in the receiving slot on the one hand and folding or extending outward on the other.
A second locking device may be provided between the accommodating groove and a leg, to enable receipt in the receiving groove and the feet may be locked in such position. The design also includes a lid body, used for opening or closing the accommodating space, where the lid body passes through and is detachably attached to the main body by a zipper or zipper arrangement.
At least one side of the main body may be provided with a pull rod, and at least one of the sides around the main body may include a handle. The position of the corresponding guardrail of the accommodation space may include a step usable as a support when the storage cabin transforms to an accommodation space.
The present design provides a main body of the crib having a casing shape of a suitcase, and the product can be used as either or both of a suitcase and a crib. When a crib is desired, the feet of the crib can be deployed and the feet used for support. When used as a suitcase, the universal wheels can provide support and the apparatus can be used for transportation.
The design includes support when used as a suitcase or crib and is easy to transport when used as a suitcase. The accommodation space is formed by setting the lifting adjustment mechanism. When fully deployed the design can be used to place and sit the child in a lying down configuration. In either configuration, the accommodation space can be used for other desired items.
The utility model provides a kind of multifunctional crib, referring to shown in
The accommodating compartment 20 is movably installed in the accommodating space, the accommodating compartment 20 defining an accommodating space that is open or openable on at least one side and can be used to place a baby and allow the baby to sit or lie down, or place items. The accommodating compartment 20 can be opposite to the main body 10 and can move between positions extending out of the storage space and retracting into the storage space.
The main body 10 is set as a box-like structure with an open top or an openable top, and accommodating compartment 20 is movably installed in the shrinking space of the main body 10. After the accommodating compartment 20 is pulled up out of the accommodating space and the height of the accommodating compartment 20 is changed, the accommodating compartment 20 can be placed in a position that is convenient for the user to hold the baby in the accommodating space. After the accommodating compartment 20 is pushed back into the accommodating space, the design may switch to the state of a storage box or luggage container as a whole, which can greatly reduce the overall volume and can be used for placing objects. If necessary, when in the form of a storage box or luggage container, the design can also be used for the baby to sit and lie down. When in the storage or luggage configuration, the design is relatively easy to transport.
The accommodating compartment 20 is movably installed in the accommodating space through the lifting and lowering adjustment mechanism 203. In the embodiment presented, the lift adjustment mechanism 203 may be an electric lift adjustment mechanism 203 or a manual lift adjustment mechanism 203. When the lift adjustment mechanism 203 is electric various implementations may be employed. For example, the electric lift adjustment mechanism 203 can include a rack (not shown) that can be moved up and down on both sides of the shrinking space, a gear (not shown) that meshes with at least one side of the rack, and a motor (not shown) for driving the gear to rotate. The cabin 20 is connected with the rack, and when the motor drives the gear to rotate, the gear can drive the gear to drive the accommodating cabin 20 up and down.
In the present embodiment, a manual lift adjustment mechanism 203 is provided. The lifting adjustment mechanism 203 of the embodiment illustrated includes a telescoping rod 302 and a controllable locking device 303 arranged on both sides of the storage space. The lower fixed section of the telescoping rod 302 is connected to the main body 10, and the upper movable section is connected to the cabin. The controllable locking device 303 can controllably lock the telescoping rod in the extended state. The accommodating compartment 20 extending out of the accommodating space is positioned so that the accommodating compartment 20 is at a height convenient for the user to hold the baby during use. The user may push the receiving compartment 20 back into the receiving space.
The telescoping rod 302 may be in the shape of a tube or a strip. Telescoping rod 302 may be formed by at least two sections of a movable plug connection and can move relative to the axial direction. Various implementations of the controllable locking device 303 of the telescoping rod 302 may be provided.
In the embodiment illustrated, accommodating compartment 20 is a sleeping basket-like structure with various implementations, such as an open chamber or space with an open top. In the present embodiment, the accommodating compartment 20 includes a frame-shaped guardrail 301, a fence 101 whose bottom is connected to guardrail 301, and a bottom plate and/or a mattress 92 disposed at the bottom of the fence 101. The guardrail 301 is movably installed in the accommodating space. Specifically, the guardrail 301 can be installed in the accommodating space through the lifting and lowering adjustment mechanism 203. Fence 101 may be made of a soft material (such as cloth), and the surface is hollow. Such a design is breathable and easy for users to observe the baby's condition.
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An accommodating groove 333 may be formed on the bottom of the main body 10 corresponding to the position of the supporting foot 202. One end of the supporting foot 202 can be pivotally installed in the accommodating groove 333, and the hinged end of supporting foot 202 can be used as a fulcrum between the position where it is accommodated in the accommodating groove 333 and folds outward and can swing between. After the feet 202 are unfolded outward, each of the feet 202 forms a support for the main body 10, which can support the accommodating compartment 20, which enables maintaining the baby in the storage space. Inside, the flatness of the bottom of the main body 10 can be improved by providing an insertable and removable surface.
A second locking device 50 may be provided between accommodating groove 333 and the supporting foot 202 for controllably locking the supporting foot 202 accommodated in the accommodating groove 333 to prevent the supporting foot 202 from undesirably swinging outward.
The second locking device 50 is maintained in the accommodating groove 333 in this embodiment. The second locking device 50 includes an unlocking button 501, a locking control wrench 502, and a second locking member. The second locking member includes a locking groove provided in the accommodating chamber (shown in, for example,
A cover body 60 is also provided in this embodiment. The cover body 60 is used to open or close the opening of the accommodating space. The cover body 60 may be detachably connected to the main body using a zipper.
At least one side of the main body 10 may be provided with a pull rod 90 for easy movement. Further, at least one side of the main body 10 is provided with an accommodating cavity. The pull rod 90 is a telescopic pull rod 90 installed in the accommodating cavity.
A handle 80 may be provided on at least one side of the surrounding sides of the main body 10 to facilitate carrying and positioning the apparatus. A step or lip 91 may be provided at the position of the storage space engaged by the guardrail, where step or lip 91 supports the guardrail when the accommodation compartment is retracted into the storage space.
When the user seeks to convert the product from a suitcase 200 to a crib 100 for use, the user can unlock the four legs 202 by pressing the unlock button 501 to make the second locking pin exit the locking groove to unlock legs 202. After unlocking the legs 202, the user can deploy the four legs 202 into a supporting state when in use. To prevent the legs 202 from swinging abnormally, the user can pull the locking control wrench 502 upward to make the second locking pin snap into the locking groove to lock the legs 202. Cover body may be in a closed state at this point, and the user may open the zipper using the zipper pull until the cover body 60 is separated from the main body 10. The user may pull the guardrail 301 to the position of the unlocking control member 303a such that the entire guardrail 301 is pulled up. The upper and lower sleeves of the telescoping rod 302 are slowly stretched to the maximum length until the first locking tip 3021a passes through the locking hole 3022a to lock the upper and lower sleeves. The bed rail is fully deployed or may be provided in a desired orientation and the user may position the mattress 92 in the open space as shown in
When the user wishes to convert the product from crib 100 to suitcase 200, the user can press the two unlocking control members 303a at the same time. Unlocking control member 303a can cause the linkage to drive the first locking pin 3021a to exit the locking hole 3022a and unlock the upper sleeve and the lower sleeve of the telescoping rod 302. The user may press guardrail 301 in a downward direction to move guardrail 301 gradually downward until guardrail 301 engages the top of the cover and the second bed enclosure 101. If a mattress is disposed in the device, the user can remove mattress 92 and install the cover 60 using the zipper. The user may then fold legs 202 and place legs 202 in accommodating grooves 333. The second locking pin may be snapped into the locking groove by pulling the locking control wrench 502 upward, thereby locking the legs 202 and preventing them from rotating, forming suitcase or luggage case 200. Once the apparatus is in the form of a suitcase, it may be used in a manner similar to traditional luggage.
The design may also be used as a baby stroller. When using the product as a baby stroller, it is only necessary to remove the cover 60 when the product is in the “suitcase” state. The baby can be placed inside, a seat belt provided in the opening may be employed, and the user can pull or push the child in the apparatus using pull rod 90.
Thus according to one embodiment, there is provided a multifunctional crib, comprising a body having a substantially box shape and defining a storage space with an openable top and an accommodating compartment provided in the storage space, the accommodating compartment being deployable and defining an accommodating space. The accommodating compartment is configured to protrude out of the storage space and retract into the storage space. The multifunctional crib when the accommodating compartment is retracted into the storage space appears and functions as luggage.
According to a further embodiment, there is provided a combination crib and luggage apparatus, comprising a body, a deployable guardrail supported by telescoping members connected to the body, and a barrier connected to the guardrail and an interior of the body such that when the guardrail is deployed the body and the barrier function as a crib.
According to another embodiment, there is provided a combination crib and luggage apparatus comprising a body comprising a space, a plurality of telescoping members connected to the body, a guardrail connected to the plurality of telescoping members and deployable above the space, and a fence connected to the guardrail and an interior of the body. When the plurality of telescoping members is extended, the guardrail is deployed away from the body and the fence forms an enclosure.
What has been described above includes examples of one or more embodiments. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the aforementioned embodiments, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of various embodiments are possible. Accordingly, the described embodiments are intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
| Number | Date | Country | Kind |
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| 202221655815 | Jun 2022 | CN | national |
