JP4376612B2 - Umbrella with hanging string - Google Patents

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an umbrella having a hanging strap, and more particularly, to an umbrella having a novel pattern configured so that the hanging strap is compactly wound around the outer surface when stored in a bag, handbag, pocket or the like.

Umbrella handles having flexible and somewhat elastic hanging straps are known, for example, in US Pat. No. 4,616,868, and are widely used as folding and other various umbrella handles.
Here, the term “handle” refers to a part called a handle, a handle, or a hand attached to one end of the umbrella shaft.
The hanging strap attached to the handle of the umbrella is convenient when carrying the umbrella while holding it in your hand, but when it is stored in a bag or handbag, it can get entangled with other items. There was a problem of getting in the way when taking out the goods.

For the above reasons, there has been a proposal that a hanging bracket or a strap provided on the handle can be fixed to the side of the handle.

1987 Utility Model Publication No. 07287 1984 Utility Model Publication No. 13864

In the former technique, a wire frame-shaped hanging bracket is attached to the end of a handle so as to be rotatable within a plane including an umbrella shaft, and the hanging bracket is fixed along the longitudinal direction of the handle. It can be held in the storage state and in a free state in which the umbrella can be suspended and carried from the storage state, and in the storage state, it can be stored in a storage groove provided on the side of the handle.
However, since this hanging bracket has a specially shaped wire frame structure, it is not easy to use and easily deforms, and once it is deformed, it is difficult to return it to its original shape. There was a problem that it could not enter the groove, and it was not widely used.
In addition, this method has a problem that it is difficult to apply to umbrella patterns other than rectangular prisms having a rectangular cross section, and in particular, it cannot be applied to patterns such as short cylindrical shapes frequently used for folding umbrellas.

In the device described in the latter, a groove is provided in the longitudinal direction on the side surface of the handle, one end of a strip made of a belt or string that fits into the groove is held at the lower end of the groove, and the other end is provided at the upper end of the groove. It is intended to be detachably hung on the fastener.
This is a strap made of a short belt or string, and has a problem that it is not suitable for a very short handle for a folding umbrella.

The intent of the present invention can be suitably applied to a short cylindrical or prismatic handle such as a folding umbrella, and the hanging strap has a loop shape, so that it can be suspended on a carrying or hook. In addition to being convenient, the object is to provide an umbrella with a convenient hanging strap that does not interfere with the hanging strap when stored in a bag, handbag, pocket or the like.
The present invention relates only to the handle and the hanging strap of the umbrella, and can be applied to any umbrella as long as it has the handle and the hanging strap as described above. Then, only the handle and the hanging strap portion will be described, and the description of the other portions will be omitted.

In order to fulfill the above intention, in the present invention, in an umbrella having a looped strap,
To hold the state of Wrap without loosening the hanging strap to the handle without providing a fastener in hanging strap, it surrounds the outer peripheral surface of the handle, from one of the pair of hanging strap drawing hole provided on the side face of the handle with providing another one of the hanging strap outlet hole to reach the hanging strap accommodating groove, hanging the length of the string, the length that can be accommodated without loose hanging strap accommodating groove, wound the handle while stretching slightly hanging strap At the same time , it is stored in the hanging string storage groove.
When the hanging strap is made shorter than the length of the hanging strap storage groove, the shortening rate is sufficient to be about several percent and about 5 percent at maximum, although it depends on the material.

In a preferred embodiment, the hanging string is a round string with a circular cross section, and the transverse cross-sectional shape of the hanging string storage groove is at least about one-tenth of the section diameter of the hanging string, less than the sectional diameter, preferably about 3 A depth that can accept one-half or more and two-thirds or less, more preferably about one-half, and a width equal to the diameter of the hanging string or the maximum width of the portion accommodated in the groove of the hanging string are given.
In consideration of the overall design of the umbrella, it is recommended that the length of the hanging strap storage groove be set to a length of approximately one, approximately 1.5, or approximately 2, from the outer periphery of the handle to 1 or less.

When the hanging strap storage groove is provided so as to circulate the handle more than once, the peripheral circuits of each stage are provided in close contact with each other on a plane perpendicular to the central axis of the handle, and the hanging strap is further provided. In the vicinity of the lead-out hole, an inclined connecting path for guiding a hanging string from one peripheral circuit to another peripheral circuit is provided.
In this case, it is desirable to provide a retainer or a separation wall between the peripheral circuits of each stage of the hanging string storage groove to separate the hanging strings of the storage groove of each stage.

In order to make it easy to remove the hanging strap stored in the hanging strap storage groove with a fingertip, it is recommended to provide a finger hooking recess facing the hanging strap storage groove that goes around the handle.
It is desirable to provide the finger-hanging recess in front of the inclined connecting path.
In place of this lack, it is also recommended that a pull-out tag or knob is provided at an appropriate position of the hanging strap, which is pulled with a finger and pulled out of the storage groove.

The present invention is not limited to a handle having any shape, i.e., a short cylindrical shape frequently used for folding umbrellas, a rectangular column shape, a rectangular column shape, a hexagonal column shape, an octagonal column shape, etc. The present invention can also be applied to an umbrella having an umbrella pattern such as. Moreover, the form of an umbrella, ie, a folding umbrella, a long umbrella, a jump umbrella, etc., does not matter.

Further, as the hanging string itself, a leather string, a synthetic resin or rubber string, a braided string made of natural or synthetic fibers, a braided string, a metal coil spring, or a string or strap made of a combination thereof is used.
As the shape of the string, in addition to a circular string having a circular cross section, a square string, a flat band or a strap can be used. In short, the hanging strap used in the present invention may be an elongated one having a certain flexibility and stretchability, durability, aesthetics, and a favorable texture.

Since the present invention is configured as described above, the hanging strap provided on the umbrella can be compactly wrapped around the handle when the present invention is used, and when stored in a bag, handbag, pocket, etc. No longer get tangled.

FIGS. 1 to 4 are views showing a first embodiment of the present invention configured to wrap a hanging strap double around a handle,
FIG. 1 is a front view showing a state in which a hanging strap is released from a hanging strap storage groove to suspend an umbrella,
FIG. 2 is a front view showing a state in which the hanging string is wound and fixed in the hanging string storage groove,
FIG. 3 is a rear view showing the state of the rear surface in the state shown in FIG.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the state shown in FIG.
FIGS. 5 to 7 are perspective views showing a second embodiment of the configuration in which the suspension strap is wound around the handle for 1.5 turns,
FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the handle,
FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging string is wound and fixed in the hanging string storage groove,
FIGS. 8 to 10 are perspective views showing a third embodiment of the configuration in which the hanging strap is wound around the handle substantially once,
FIG. 8 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove to suspend the umbrella.
10 is a perspective view showing the state shown in FIG. 9 as viewed from the side opposite to FIG.
FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 are explanatory views showing a fourth embodiment of a configuration in which a hanging string storage groove is provided over a substantially round circumference in a rectangular columnar handle,
FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing a method of attaching a hanging strap and a configuration of a hanging strap storage groove,
FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging strap is released from its storage groove in order to suspend an umbrella;
FIGS. 13 and 14 are explanatory views showing a fifth embodiment of a configuration in which a hanging string storage groove is provided over a substantially three-quarter circumference in a rectangular columnar handle,
FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing a method of attaching a hanging strap and a configuration of a hanging strap storage groove,
FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging strap is released from its storage groove in order to suspend an umbrella;
15 to 17 are photographs of the product of the first embodiment,
FIG. 15 is a photograph corresponding to FIG.
FIG. 16 is a photograph corresponding to FIG.
FIG. 17 is a photograph corresponding to FIG.
As described above, these drawings do not show the configuration of the entire umbrella that is not directly related to the present invention, and show only a part of the handle, the hanging strap, and the umbrella shaft.

1 to 4, 1 is a handle, 2 is a hanging strap, and 3 is a part of an umbrella shaft.
The handle 1 has a cap 100, thereby defining an internal space 101 of the handle 1.
The hanging strap 2 forms a loop 20, the drawing holes 12 and 12 a are in positions close to each other, and when the hanging strap 2 is wound around the handle 1, the outer periphery of the hanging strap 2 makes approximately two rounds.
The umbrella as a whole is not shown, but the umbrella may be any shape, for example, a folding umbrella, a long umbrella, an automatic opening / closing umbrella, a jump umbrella, or a manual opening / closing umbrella. However, the present invention can be applied without any problem.

In this embodiment, the handle 1 has a short cylindrical shape, and the hanging strap storage grooves 11 and 11a are provided on the side surface 10 thereof, and the retainer 11b having a low raised portion is formed between the suspension strap storage grooves 11 and 11a. These grooves 11 and 11a are connected by an inclined communication groove 112, and surround the outer periphery of the handle 1 over approximately two circumferences.
The inclined communication groove 112 is formed by a land portion 113 projecting toward the hanging strap storage groove 11 and a drawing portion from the umbrella pattern of the hanging strap 2.
Also, facing the inclined communication groove 112, a finger-hanging recess 13 is provided.

The hanging strap 2 forms a loop 20, and its end portions 21 and 21a are drawn out from leading holes 12 and 12a provided at the end portions of the hanging strap storage grooves 11 and 11a. Inside the handle 1, as shown by broken lines, the end fittings 21 and 21 a are attached with retaining fittings 22 and 22 a.

When the hanging strap 2 is wound around the handle 1, it is inserted into the hanging strap storage groove 11 with fingers sequentially from the starting point 111 and wound around the handle 1. The hanging strap 2 goes around the outer periphery of the handle 1 approximately once, then passes through the inclined connecting groove 112, is guided to the hanging strap storage groove 11a, and is fitted into the inside. It is stored in the storage grooves 11 and 11a.

At this time, the suspension strap 2 is slightly stretched and is strongly wound around the handle 1 by its elastic force, and is stored in the suspension strap storage grooves 11 and 11a in a compact and reliable manner. It won't get in the way.
Thus, when the suspension strap 2 is released and used as a suspension hand, the suspension strap 2 may be removed using the finger-hanging recess 13.
Although not shown, it is also recommended to attach a drawer tag or a puller at an appropriate place of the hanging strap 2, for example, at the center portion, instead of the finger hanging portion 13.

As can be seen from FIGS. 2 and 3, in this first embodiment, the hanging strap storage grooves 11 and 11 a have a depth equal to the radius of the hanging strap 2 so that about half of the hanging strap 2 is received. The grooves are substantially equal, and the shape of the groove is substantially semicircular.
However, the depth and shape of the groove are not limited to this embodiment, and may be deeper or shallower.

FIGS. 5 to 7 are perspective views showing a second embodiment of the configuration in which the suspension strap is wound around the handle for 1.5 turns,
FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove for hanging the umbrella. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the configuration of only the handle shown in FIG.
FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging string is wound and fixed in a hanging string storage groove.
In the second embodiment shown in the drawings, the drawing holes 12 and 12a of the hanging strap 2 are provided on the counter electrode on the diameter D of the handle 1, and therefore the hanging strap 2 substantially extends the outer periphery of the handle 1. It is configured to make 1.5 laps.
The configuration and operational effects of the second embodiment are the same as those of the first embodiment except for the positions and lengths of the pull-out holes 12 and 12a of the hanging strap 2, and the reference numerals are the same. Since this is used, it seems that it is already obvious, so the explanation is omitted.

FIGS. 8 to 10 are perspective views showing a third embodiment of the configuration in which the hanging strap is wound around the handle substantially once,
FIG. 8 is a perspective view showing a state in which the suspension strap is released from the suspension strap storage groove to suspend the umbrella. FIG. 9 is a perspective view showing a state in which the suspension strap is wound and fixed in the suspension strap storage groove.
10 is a perspective view showing the state shown in FIG. 9 as viewed from the side opposite to FIG.
The third embodiment shown in these drawings is an example in which the hanging strap storage groove 11 for storing the hanging strap 2 makes a substantially round turn on the cylindrical handle 1.
In this example, the hanging strap 2 is short and is carried on a finger as shown in FIG.
There is no longer any need to explain the effects of these figures.

FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 show the fourth embodiment of the configuration in which the hanging string storage groove is provided over the entire circumference of the columnar handle,
FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing a method of attaching a hanging strap and a configuration of a hanging strap storage groove,
FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella.
This embodiment is the same as the third embodiment shown in FIGS. 8 to 10 except that the handle 1 is box-shaped or prismatic.
As shown in FIG. 11, the hanging strap 2 is inserted below the handle 1 through an insertion hole provided in the direction of the umbrella shaft (not shown). Connected to form a loop 20.
I don't think I need to explain these figures anymore.

FIGS. 13 and 14 are explanatory views showing a fifth embodiment of a configuration in which a hanging string storage groove is provided over a substantially three-fourth circumference in a rectangular columnar handle,
FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing a method of attaching a hanging strap and a configuration of a hanging strap storage groove,
FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella.
In this embodiment, the hanging strap 2 is inserted under the handle 1 through an insertion hole provided in the direction of the umbrella shaft (not shown), and a retaining bracket 22 is attached to each of the end portions 21 and 21. Accordingly, a loop 20 of the hanging string is formed through the handle 1.
In this embodiment, the communication hole 12 of the hanging strap 2 is provided at the end portion of the opposite long side of the handle, and the hanging strap storage groove has a length of about three quarters of the outer periphery of the handle. .
The configuration and operational effects of these figures will be apparent.

The present invention can be suitably applied to folding umbrellas and the like that are supplied in large quantities today, and there are tremendous benefits if implemented.

FIG. 6 is a front view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella in the first embodiment of the present invention configured to wind the hanging strap twice around the handle. FIG. 3 is a front view showing a state in which a hanging strap is wound and fixed in a hanging strap storage groove in the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a rear view showing the state of the back surface in the state shown in FIG. FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the state shown in FIG. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella in the second embodiment in which the hanging strap is wound around the handle for 1.5 turns. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a configuration of only a handle in the second embodiment. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging strap is wound and fixed in a hanging strap storage groove in the second embodiment. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the hanging strap storage groove in order to suspend the umbrella in the third embodiment in which the hanging strap is wound around the handle substantially once. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging strap is wound and fixed in a hanging strap storage groove in the third embodiment. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the state shown in FIG. 9 as viewed from the side opposite to FIG. The perspective view which shows the attachment method of a hanging string, and the structure of a hanging string accommodation groove | channel in 4th Example of a structure which provides a hanging pattern accommodation groove over a substantially round in a rectangular columnar pattern. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which a hanging strap is released from its storage groove in order to suspend an umbrella in the fourth embodiment. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a hanging strap mounting method and a configuration of a hanging strap storage groove in a fifth embodiment having a configuration in which a hanging strap storage groove is provided on a rectangular columnar handle over approximately three quarters of the circumference; In the fifth embodiment, in order to suspend the umbrella, it is a perspective view showing a state in which the hanging strap is released from the storage groove. 2 is a photograph corresponding to FIG. 1 of the product of the first embodiment. 3 is a photograph corresponding to FIG. 2 of the product of the first embodiment. 4 is a photograph corresponding to FIG. 3 of the product of the first embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

1 handle
10 sides
100 cap
101 Internal space
11b retainer
11 Hanging strap storage groove
11a Hanging strap storage groove
111 Starting point
112 Inclined communication groove
113 Land
12 drawer hole
12a Drawer hole
13 Disadvantages
2 Hanging strap
20 loops
21 End of the strap
21a End of hanging strap
22 Connecting or retaining bracket
3 Umbrella shaft
D diameter

Claims (13)

In an umbrella having a looped strap (2),
To hold the wound state without loosening the sling without the (2) in the handle (1) providing a hanging strap (2) to the fastener, and surrounds the outer peripheral surface of the handle (1), hanging strap (2) hanging end of each is inserted through the pair of pull-out holes (12) one from reaching the other one of the outlet hole (12) hanging strap accommodating groove (11) provided in Rutotomoni, forming a loop The umbrella described above, wherein the length of the string (2) is set to a length that allows the string (2) to be stored in the hanging string storage groove (11) without looseness . The hanging string (2) is a round string having a circular cross section, and the transverse section of the hanging string storage groove (11) is a semicircular shape that accepts approximately one half of the section of the hanging string (2). Umbrella as described in. The umbrella according to claim 1, wherein the hanging strap (2) has a strip shape, and the transverse cross section of the hanging strap storage groove (11) is a shallow groove that accepts approximately one half of the thickness of the hanging strap (2). The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the hanging string storage groove (11) is provided so as to make approximately two rounds around the handle (1). The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the hanging string storage groove (11) is provided so as to make approximately 1.5 turns around the handle (1). The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the hanging string storage groove (11) is provided in a range of one turn or less around the handle (1). The peripheral circuits of each step of the hanging strap storage groove (11) provided so as to circulate around the handle (1) more than one turn are in close contact with each other and are perpendicular to the central axis of the handle (1). The inclined communication path (112) for guiding the suspension string from one peripheral circuit to the other peripheral circuit is provided in the vicinity of the suspension string extraction hole. Pattern (1) described. The retainer (11b) is provided between the peripheral circuits of each step of the hanging strap storage groove (11) provided to circulate around the handle (1) one or more times. Handle (1). In order to easily remove the suspension strap (2) stored in the suspension strap storage groove (11), face the suspension strap storage groove (11) around the handle (1) and place the finger rest (13). The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the umbrella is provided. 10. The umbrella according to claim 9, wherein the finger hanging notch (13) is provided facing the inclined connecting path (112). The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the hanging string (2) has a drawer tag. The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the handle (1) has a cylindrical shape. The umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the handle (1) has a polygonal prism shape.

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