KR20230076287A - Automatic leash device for pet - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is an automatic lead line device for companion animals that is easy to carry and store. An automatic lead line device for companion animals includes a main body forming an appearance, a lead line withdrawal unit provided inside the main body to adjust the winding or unwinding of the lead line, a control unit provided outside the main body so that the user operates the lead line withdrawal unit, A fixing member formed to be gripped by a user and integrally formed with the main body, one end coupled to an end of the fixing member and the other end rotatably connected to the main body to rotate outwardly with respect to the main body to open and close It is configured to include a handle including a formed movable member, and a locking portion provided at an end of the fixing member and the movable member to lock and release the fixing member and the movable member.

Description

Automatic lead line device for companion animals {AUTOMATIC LEASH DEVICE FOR PET}

The following description relates to an automatic lead string device for companion animals that is easy to carry and store.

As living standards improve and lifestyles gradually change, the number of people raising companion animals is increasing. In particular, when raising a dog, when accompanying the dog for a walk or exercise, a lead line must be used.

The lead strap device has a form of a neck strap that is worn around the neck of a companion animal and a form of a shoulder band that is wrapped around the shoulder and chest or wrapped around the abdomen. In addition, although there is a form in which only the lead line is connected to the leash or band, an automatic device capable of controlling the unwinding and winding of the lead line is used.

However, since the existing automatic lead line device is equipped with a pulley and a motor for winding the lead line, the device is bulky, but when sitting on a table or chair for a break, there is an inconvenient place to place it.

The above background art is possessed or acquired by the inventor in the process of deriving the disclosure of the present application, and cannot necessarily be said to be known art disclosed to the general public prior to the present application.

An object of the embodiment is to provide an automatic lead string device for companion animals that can be hung on a chair or a table leg, a pole, etc., so that it is easy to carry and store.

The tasks to be solved in the embodiments are not limited to the tasks mentioned above, and other tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

An automatic lead line device for companion animals according to an embodiment will be described.

An automatic lead line device for companion animals includes a main body forming an appearance, a lead line withdrawal unit provided inside the main body to adjust the winding or unwinding of the lead line, a control unit provided outside the main body so that the user operates the lead line withdrawal unit, A fixing member formed to be gripped by a user and integrally formed with the main body, one end coupled to an end of the fixing member and the other end rotatably connected to the main body to rotate outwardly with respect to the main body to open and close It is configured to include a handle including a formed movable member, and a locking portion provided at an end of the fixing member and the movable member to lock and release the fixing member and the movable member.

In addition, the automatic leash device for companion animals is provided with a stack unit for coupling two or more main bodies, wherein the stack unit has a protruding protruding part on one surface of each main body and a concave shape corresponding to the concave part on the other surface of each main body. Two or more bodies may be coupled by including a convex portion and inserting and coupling the convex portion of one body to the convex portion of the other body.

According to embodiments, since the handle is opened outward, it can be opened to a sufficient size to pass a hanging object such as a pole or a leg of a chair or table. In addition, since the inner diameter of the handle is formed to a sufficient size so that the wrist can be passed through or inserted into a hanging object and hung, it is easy to store and use.

In addition, since the lead line is automatically wound and twisting is prevented during withdrawal and storage of the lead line, it is easy to use.

In addition, through the concave-convex structure formed on the main body, two or more main bodies can be combined and used simultaneously, and can be used with one hand when two or more companion animals are accompanied. In addition, if the main body is coupled, it is easy to store and space can be saved.

Effects of the automatic lead line device for companion animals according to the embodiment are not limited to those mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

1 is a one-way perspective view of an automatic lead string device for companion animals according to an embodiment.
Figure 2 is a perspective view showing a state in which the handle is opened in the automatic lead string device for companion animals of FIG.
3 is an exploded perspective view of the automatic lead line device for companion animals of FIG. 1 .
4 is a front view illustrating a coupling structure for coupling two automatic lead string devices for companion animals of FIG. 1;

Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, since various changes can be made to the embodiments, the scope of the patent application is not limited or limited by these embodiments. It should be understood that all changes, equivalents or substitutes to the embodiments are included within the scope of rights.

Terms used in the examples are used only for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting. Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. In this specification, terms such as "include" or "have" are intended to designate that there is a feature, number, step, operation, component, part, or combination thereof described in the specification, but one or more other features It should be understood that the presence or addition of numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof is not precluded.

Unless defined otherwise, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art to which the embodiment belongs. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with the meaning in the context of the related art, and unless explicitly defined in the present application, they should not be interpreted in an ideal or excessively formal meaning. don't

In addition, in the description with reference to the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals are given to the same components regardless of reference numerals, and overlapping descriptions thereof will be omitted. In describing the embodiment, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known technology may unnecessarily obscure the gist of the embodiment, the detailed description will be omitted.

In addition, in describing the components of the embodiment, terms such as first, second, A, B, (a), and (b) may be used. These terms are only used to distinguish the component from other components, and the nature, order, or order of the corresponding component is not limited by the term. When an element is described as being “connected,” “coupled to,” or “connected” to another element, that element may be directly connected or connected to the other element, but there may be another element between the elements. It should be understood that may be "connected", "coupled" or "connected".

Components included in one embodiment and components including common functions will be described using the same names in other embodiments. Unless stated to the contrary, descriptions described in one embodiment may be applied to other embodiments, and detailed descriptions will be omitted to the extent of overlap.

Hereinafter, an automatic lead string device 100 for companion animals according to embodiments will be described with reference to the drawings. For reference, FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an automatic lead-line device 100 for companion animals according to an embodiment, and FIG. 2 shows a state in which the handle 120 is opened in the automatic lead-line device 100 for companion animals of FIG. It is a perspective view. 3 is an exploded perspective view of the automatic lead string device 100 for companion animals of FIG. 1 . And FIG. 4 is a front view illustrating the stack unit 150 for coupling two automatic lead string devices 100 for companion animals.

Meanwhile, hereinafter, for convenience of description, referring to FIG. 1 , the side where the outlet 111 is formed is referred to as “front”, the side where the handle 120 is formed is referred to as “rear”, and the side where the operation unit 140 is formed is referred to as “upper”. ", the opposite side is described as "downward".

The automatic lead line device 100 for companion animals includes a main body 110, a lead line withdrawal unit 130, a control unit 140, a handle 120, and a locking unit 123.

The lead string 101 may have, for example, a flat kalguksu shape.

The lead line 101 is provided with a fastening ring 102 that can be fastened to a companion animal at an end exposed to the outside of the main body 110. The shape of the fastening ring 102 is merely for convenience of explanation, and may have various shapes and sizes substantially without being limited by the drawings as long as it can be opened and closed so that the lead line 101 can be fastened with a companion animal.

In addition, the lead line 101 may be provided with a guide tube 103 of a predetermined length having a tube shape so that the lead line 101 can pass through. The guide tube 103 may be formed of, for example, a material having flexibility and elasticity, such as silicon, and may have a cross-sectional shape corresponding to that of the lead string 101 . In addition, since the guide tube 103 is formed larger than the outlet 111, when the lead line 101 is retrieved, the guide tube 103 is caught on the outlet 111 so that the lead line 101 completely enters the main body 110. that can be prevented However, the shape of the guide tube 103 is merely for convenience of explanation, and its shape and size are not limited by the drawings, or the guide tube 103 may be omitted.

In the main body 110, the lead line 101 is received by being wound around the lead line withdrawal part 130, and the lead line 101 passes through the main body 110 in front of the main body 110 so that the lead line 101 can be withdrawn and recovered. 111) is provided with a withdrawal guide member 113 formed thereon.

The main body 110 has a predetermined thickness, and corners are formed as curved surfaces. However, the shape of the main body 110 is only for convenience of description and is not limited by the drawings.

On the other hand, the main body 110 is formed with a stack portion 150 on both sides so that a plurality of main bodies can be stacked and coupled side by side. The stack unit 150 will be described later with reference to FIG. 4 .

The handle 120 is provided at the rear of the main body 110, has a ring shape so that the user can hold it by hand or fit it on the wrist, and may be formed in a form in which a part is connected to the main body 110. In addition, the handle 120 is formed to be able to open and close.

The handle 120 includes a fixing member 121 integrally formed with the main body 110, a movable member 122 that rotates to open and close the handle 120, and the fixing member 121 and the movable member 122. It is configured to include a locking unit 123 for locking or releasing it.

When the ends of the fixed member 121 and the movable member 122 are coupled, they are formed to be continuous. For example, the fixed member 121 and the movable member 122 may have a substantially semicircular ring shape. . However, the shapes of the handle 120, the fixing member 121, and the movable member 122 are merely for convenience of explanation, and the shapes and sizes are not limited by the drawings.

Here, the fact that the fixing member 121 is integrally formed with the main body 110 means that the fixing member 121 and the main body 110 are not only integrally molded, but also fixed using a predetermined coupling member or the like. will include

One end of the movable member 122 is coupled to the end of the fixing member 121 and the other end is rotatably coupled to the body 110 by the movable shaft 221 . The movable member 122 is provided to rotate outwardly with respect to the main body 110 so as to open larger and to prevent interference when opening and closing. In addition, the movable member 122 may have an end coupled to the main body 110 formed in a circular or curved shape close to the circular shape so as to rotate smoothly.

When the movable member 122 is opened, an elastic body (not shown) for returning to a coupled state with the fixing member 121 may be provided on the movable shaft 221 . However, as a means for returning the movable member 122, various means other than the elastic body may be used, or it may be omitted.

Here, the handle 120 may have an inner diameter of about 70 mm to 100 mm so that it can be inserted into a column having a predetermined size or a leg of a table or chair (hereinafter, referred to as a "hanging target"). there is. When the handle 120 is opened by rotating the movable member 122, the distance between the open parts (that is, the distance between the end of the movable member 122 and the end of the fixed member 121) is the distance between the end of the movable member 122 and the end of the fixing member 121. formed to be able to For example, the handle 120 may be opened to a size larger than the inner diameter of the handle 120 when the movable member 122 is opened to the maximum, and may be opened to a size of about 70 mm to 110 mm. there is.

The handle 120 is formed with a grip portion 211 to increase gripping force. The grip part 211 is provided on the inner circumferential surface of the fixing member 121 and is formed in whole or in part. In addition, the grip part 211 may be formed of silicone or rubber material, or may be formed with silicone or rubber material provided on at least the surface so as to increase the gripping force and grip feeling. In addition, the grip part 211 is formed to a predetermined thickness so that the user can have a more comfortable grip, and is formed in a plurality of concavo-convex shapes corresponding to fingers when gripped, and may have a shape in which the concavities and convexities are continuous on a smooth curved surface. there is. However, the position and shape of the grip part 211 is not limited by the drawings.

The locking unit 123 includes a first locking member 231, a second locking member 232, and a release unit 233 provided at ends of the fixing member 121 and the movable member 122, respectively. And the locking part 123 is formed of a metal material to increase durability and strength.

Here, in the drawing, it is illustrated that the movable member 122 is provided with the first engaging member 231 and the fixing member 121 is provided with the second engaging member 232, but this is only for convenience of description, Positions of the first and second hooking members 231 and 232 may be reversed.

The first engaging member 231 has a hook shape protruding from the end of the movable member 122 .

In the second locking member 232, a predetermined groove 232a is formed at the end of the fixing member 121 so that the first locking member 231 can be inserted, and a hole or hole is formed to allow the first locking member 231 to be inserted. It has the shape of a fixing piece in which steps, grooves, etc. are formed, and may be provided inside the groove 232a. Here, the second locking member 232 may be formed to have elasticity itself so as to maintain a stable coupled state with the first locking member 231 . Alternatively, an elastic support (not shown) may be provided to apply elasticity in a direction in which the second engaging member 232 maintains a coupled state with the first engaging member 231 . In addition, the first locking member 231 is also formed to have its own elasticity, or an elastic body (when not installed) for applying elasticity in a direction in which the first locking member 231 maintains a coupled state with the second locking member 232 is provided It can be.

The release portion 233 is formed on the fixing member 121 to correspond to the second locking member 232 and is exposed to the outer surface of the fixing member 121 so that a user can manipulate it. For example, the releasing unit 233 may have a form of a push switch or a pressing means that communicates with the second locking member 232 through the fixing member 121 . That is, when the user presses or manipulates the release part 233, the release part 233 is inserted into the groove 232a and comes into contact with or presses the second locking member 232 or the first locking member 231 to release the release part 233. The coupling between the first and second locking members 231 and 232 may be released.

However, the release unit 233 is not limited by the drawing, and may have various shapes as long as it can release the coupling between the first locking member 231 and the second locking member 232 .

The lead line withdrawal unit 130 includes a pulley 131 around which the lead line 101 is wound, and an adjustment unit 132 that adjusts the length of the lead line 101 by rotating the pulley 131 forward and backward.

Here, the lead line withdrawal unit 130 may be formed so that the control unit 132 operates when the lead line 101 is retrieved. That is, when withdrawing the lead line 101, the user may pull the lead line 101 manually. Alternatively, the lead line withdrawal unit 130 may automatically operate both the withdrawal and recovery of the lead line 101 by the control unit 132.

The control unit 132 may include an elastic body such as a spiral spring provided on the pulley 131 and a stopper for stopping the pulley 131 . The stopper maintains a state in which the lead line 101 is drawn out for a predetermined length. The elastic body (not shown) may recover the lead line 101 by applying a restoring force to the pulley 131 and rotating it reversely.

Alternatively, the lead line take-out unit 130 may be configured to control a driving means such as a motor for allowing the control unit 132 to rotate the pulley 131 forward or backward or in both directions. In this case, the lead line withdrawal unit 130 may manually operate the lead line 101 by a user, and automatically operate the number of lead lines 101 by the control unit 132 . Alternatively, the lead line withdrawal unit 130 may be formed to be automatically operated by the control unit 132 both when the lead line 101 is withdrawn and collected.

In addition, the lead line withdrawal unit 130 may be formed to enable emergency braking to stop the unwinding of the lead line 101 so that it can be restrained when the companion animal suddenly moves or suddenly runs out. For example, when the force or the rotational speed applied to the pulley 131 of the lead line take-out unit 130 is greater than or equal to a predetermined level, a stopper may operate to stop the unwinding of the lead line 101.

The control unit 140 operates the lead line take-out unit 130. For example, when the operation unit 140 is operated, the lead line 101 can be selected to be drawn out or wound, or both the lead line 101 can be drawn out and wound.

The control unit 140 is provided on the outside of the main body 110, and a sliding switch may be used. However, as the control unit 140, various means such as a toggle switch and a button may be used in addition to the sliding switch. Also, the control unit 140 may include one or a plurality of switches.

The manipulation unit 140 is formed at a position where the user can manipulate the handle 120 with a finger while holding the handle 120 . For example, the control unit 140 may be formed at a position adjacent to the grip unit 211 among the outer surfaces of the handle 120 or the main body 110 .

The withdrawal guide member 113 is provided in front of the main body 110, penetrates the withdrawal guide member 113 to enable entry and exit of the lead line 101, communicates with the inside of the main body 110, and has a cross-sectional shape of the lead line 101. An outlet 111 having a slit or hole shape corresponding to is formed.

The withdrawal guide member 113 is formed of a material having greater frictional force with the lead line 101 than the main body 110, and may be formed of a material separate from the main body 110 and coupled to the main body 110.

Here, the withdrawal guide member 113 is to prevent the lead line 101 from being twisted, and a twist prevention guide 112 is provided at the withdrawal port 111 .

The anti-twist guide 112 protrudes inward from the outlet 111 so as to come into contact with the lead line 101 . For example, the anti-twist guide 112 protrudes inwardly toward the lead line 101 from the upper corner of the outlet 111, and is formed in a U-shape so that the portion in contact with the lead line 101 becomes a curved surface. It can be. In addition, the anti-twist guide 112 is formed of a material having flexibility and elasticity so as to prevent damage to the lead line 101 .

The anti-twist guide 112 may be integrally formed of the same material as the pull-out guide member 113 . Of course, the anti-twist guide 112 may be formed of a different material from the pull-out guide member 113.

However, the shapes of the pull-out guide member 113 and the anti-twist guide 112 are for convenience of description, and substantially various shapes are formed of materials having high frictional force around the pull-out port 111 and penetrating the main body 110. can have

The withdrawal guide member 113 is provided above the center of the main body 110, and is provided at a position where the outlet 111 becomes substantially horizontal when the user holds the handle 120. This is to ensure that the user can hold the lead line device 100 in a natural and stable posture when using it. In addition, the force acting on the handle 120 and the force acting on the outlet 111 are located on the same straight line or plane, so that the torque is applied to the main body 110 when the lead line 101 is withdrawn and retrieved. prevent it from happening, making it more comfortable to use.

On the other hand, in the automatic lead line device 100 according to the present embodiment, a stack unit 150 is formed so that two or more devices can be coupled and stacked in a state in which they are arranged side by side.

Referring to FIG. 4, convex parts 151 and 151' protruding to a predetermined height are formed on one surface of the two main bodies 110 and 110', and the shape and depth corresponding to the convex parts 151 and 151' are formed on the other surface. Concave portions 152 and 152' are formed concave to a predetermined depth so that the convex portions 151 and 151' can be inserted. For example, the convex parts 151 and 151' and the concave parts 152 and 152' may have a shape protruding in the form of a surface from the side surface of the main body 110 and 110' so that surface coupling is possible. Alternatively, the stack portion 150 may be formed in a form in which the convex portions 151 and 151' and the concave portions 152 and 152' are line-coupled.

In addition, when the convex part 151 of one main body 110 is inserted into the main part 152' of the other main body 110' in a state in which the automatic lead string devices 100 for companion animals are arranged side by side in the same direction, the coupling is performed. and the stack is complete. In the drawing, it is illustrated that the two main bodies 110 and 110' are coupled, but this is only for convenience of explanation, and since the same stack portion 150 is formed in the main bodies 110 and 110', three or more When the stack parts 150 are coupled to each other in a state where the plurality of main bodies 110 and 110' are arranged side by side, the stack is completed.

And in this coupled state, the user can hold the handle 120 with one hand, so it is easy to control two or more companion animals. In addition, since they are not easily separated in a stacked state, storage is easy.

According to the present embodiments, the handle 120 is formed in a ring shape having an inner diameter large enough to be hung on a wrist as well as being inserted into a hanging object, and since the handle 120 is open, it is easy to carry and store. do. In addition, two or more devices can be stacked and combined to be used simultaneously, and storage is easy.

As described above, although the embodiments have been described with limited drawings, those skilled in the art can apply various technical modifications and variations based on the above. For example, the described techniques may be performed in an order different from the method described, and/or components of the described system, structure, device, circuit, etc. may be combined or combined in a different form than the method described, or other components may be used. Or even if it is replaced or substituted by equivalents, appropriate results can be achieved.

Therefore, other implementations, other embodiments, and equivalents of the claims are within the scope of the following claims.

100: automatic lead line device
101: lead line
102: fastening ring
103: guide tube
110: body
111: outlet
112: anti-twist guide
113: withdrawal guide member
120: handle
121: fixed member
211: grip part
122: movable member
221: movable axis
123: locking unit
231: first engaging member
232: second engaging member
232a: home
233: release unit
130: lead line withdrawal unit
131: pulley
132: control unit
140: control panel
141: switch
142: operation unit
150: stack unit
151, 152: uneven portion

Claims (20)

a body forming an exterior;
A lead line withdrawal unit provided inside the main body to control winding or unwinding the lead line;
a manipulation unit provided on the outside of the main body to enable a user to operate the lead line withdrawal unit;
A fixing member formed to be gripped by a user and integrally formed with the main body, one end coupled to an end of the fixing member and the other end rotatably connected to the main body to rotate outwardly with respect to the main body to open and close a handle comprising a formed movable member; and
a locking unit provided at an end of the fixing member and the movable member to lock and release the fixing member and the movable member;
Automatic lead line device for companion animals comprising a.
According to claim 1,
The handle is an automatic lead rope device for companion animals having an inner diameter of 70 mm to 100 mm so that it can be fitted to the object to be caught.
According to claim 2,
The handle, when the movable member is opened to the maximum, the automatic lead rope device for companion animals in which the distance between the end of the fixing member and the end of the movable member is opened to a size equal to or greater than the inner diameter of the handle.
According to claim 3,
The handle is an automatic lead string device for companion animals in which the distance between the end of the movable member and the end of the fixing member is opened to a size of 70 mm to 110 mm.
According to claim 1,
The movable member is an automatic lead string device for companion animals further comprising an elastic member for returning to an initial position coupled to the fixing member.
According to claim 1,
The locking part,
a first engaging member protruding from either side of the fixing member or the movable member and having a hook shape;
a second locking member provided inside a groove formed in the other one of the fixing member or the movable member so that the first locking member can be inserted, and to which the first locking member is fixed; and
a release unit releasing the coupled state between the first and second locking members;
Automatic lead line device for companion animals comprising a.
According to claim 6,
The first catching member and the second catching member are automatic lead string devices for companion animals formed of a metal material.
According to claim 6,
The release portion is formed at a position corresponding to the second locking member, and is provided on the outside of the handle so that the user can operate the automatic lead line device for companion animals.
According to claim 1,
The fixing member is formed with a grip portion for increasing gripping force,
An automatic leash device for companion animals formed of silicone or rubber material, or having a silicone or rubber material on the surface.
According to claim 9,
The grip part is formed on at least a portion of an inner circumferential surface of the fixing member and is formed to protrude toward the inner circumferential direction of the handle.
According to claim 10,
The grip part has a plurality of concavities and convexities so as to correspond to the fingers when the user grips it, and the automatic lead string device for companion animals is formed in a curved shape.
According to claim 1,
The lead line withdrawal part,
a pulley on which the lead line is wound; and
an adjusting unit controlling the forward and reverse rotation of the pulley to adjust the length of the lead line;
Automatic lead line device for companion animals comprising a.
According to claim 12,
The lead line withdrawal unit reversely rotates the pulley by the control unit to recover the lead line, and applies tension to the lead line to forwardly rotate the pulley to withdraw the lead line.
According to claim 12,
The control unit is provided in a position where the user can operate while holding the handle.
According to claim 1,
The main body is provided with a pull-out guide member formed with a draw-out port so that the lead line can be drawn out and recovered at the front,
The withdrawal guide member is formed of a material having a greater frictional force with the lead string than the main body and is coupled to the main body.
According to claim 15,
The outlet has a slit shape corresponding to the cross-sectional shape of the lead line,
An automatic lead line device for companion animals, wherein a twist-preventing guide is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the outlet to protrude into contact with the lead line passing through the outlet to prevent twisting of the lead line.
According to claim 16,
The anti-twist guide is an automatic lead rope device for companion animals that protrudes in a U-shape so that a portion in contact with the lead line becomes a curved surface.
According to claim 16,
The withdrawal guide member is formed of an elastic material, or at least the automatic lead rope device for companion animals in which the anti-twist guide is formed of a material having flexibility and elasticity.
In the automatic lead line device for companion animals according to claim 1,
A stack unit for coupling two or more main bodies is provided,
The stack part,
A convex portion protruding from one surface of each body and a concave portion formed concavely corresponding to the convex portion on the other surface of each body,
Automatic leash device for companion animals in which two or more main bodies are coupled by inserting and coupling the convex part of one main body to the recessed part of the other main body.
According to claim 19,
The stack unit is coupled in a state in which two or more bodies are arranged side by side so that the handles are positioned in the same direction,
An automatic lead string device for companion animals in which the convex part and the recessed part are formed to be surface-coupled or line-coupled to each other.

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