KR20240057298A - Shelf module with improved space utilization and system furniture including the same - Google Patents

Abstract

A shelf module with improved space utilization for storing and using seasonings frequently used in cooking and kitchen system furniture including the same are provided. The shelf module includes: a first shelf unit located on a rear side in a first direction; a second shelf unit located on a front side in the first direction compared to the first shelf unit; In an initial state, a third shelf unit stacked with the second shelf unit in a gravity direction; and a hinge unit connecting the second shelf unit and the third shelf unit, wherein the hinge unit mechanically connects the third shelf unit to move in translation relative to the second shelf unit in a plane to which the first direction belongs. Includes.

Description

Shelf module with improved space utilization and system furniture including the same {SHELF MODULE WITH IMPROVED SPACE UTILIZATION AND SYSTEM FURNITURE INCLUDING THE SAME}

The present invention relates to a shelf module with improved space utilization and system furniture including the same. In detail, it relates to a shelf module with improved space utilization for storing and using seasoning sauces frequently used in cooking, and kitchen system furniture including the same.

In general, kitchen furniture such as a sink, a heating pad such as a gas range or induction stove, a countertop for use with a cutting board, upper cabinets, and lower cabinets are systemized, assembled, and constructed together. At this time, the positions of the upper and lower cabinets can be appropriately selected based on the heating zone and the cooking table, which are the standards for movement during cooking. For example, the sink, heating table, and kitchen counter are provided at a height of approximately 80 to 90 cm so that the average adult can comfortably operate while standing upright without bending his or her back. Then, the upper cabinet is installed on the upper part, and the lower cabinet can be integrated with the kitchen counter.

The upper and lower cabinets are a type of storage cabinet and are designed to organize and store various items inside. For example, tableware such as bowls, plates, and pots, and bottles containing room-temperature condiments such as salt, sugar, and soy sauce, are generally stored in upper or lower cabinets. The storage cabinet prevents dishes and bottles from being exposed to the outside under normal conditions, keeping the kitchen space tidy and enabling hygienic storage of dishes and other items.

Previously, sinks, heating racks, and storage cabinets were simply perceived as spaces for kitchen activities, but aesthetics are increasingly being pursued by reflecting design elements. Furthermore, recently, the design has not stopped there and is designed to maximize space utilization while considering the health of joints such as the user's back, neck, and knees, while being convenient to use and reflecting ergonomic characteristics.

For example, the height of the lower cabinet is so low that the user has to bend their waist or knees to use the lower cabinet. This not only causes damage to the user's joints, but also serves as the main reason why the space inside the lower cabinet is not fully utilized due to the uncomfortable posture when using it. For another example, the upper cabinet installed at a distance from the upper side of the countertop is so high that it has structural limitations such as visibility and out of reach, making it difficult to utilize sufficient space. In relation to this, the prior art documents below disclose furniture that improves space utilization and convenience of use by raising and lowering the shelves of the upper cabinet.

KR 10-2390506 B1 KR 10-2021-0090383 A

Storage cabinets such as the upper and lower cabinets described above generally have a storage depth of about 30 cm, that is, a horizontal depth. Therefore, objects located relatively on the inner side (posterior side) are obscured by objects placed on the outer side (front side) and are not easily visible, or it is very inconvenient to take out or insert the objects. This problem becomes more severe when the height of the cabinet is too high or too low, that is, when the user's posture becomes uncomfortable when using it.

Accordingly, the problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a shelf module with improved convenience of use and maximized space utilization.

Another problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide storage furniture including the above shelf module.

The problems of the present invention are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

A shelf module according to an embodiment for solving the above problem includes: a first shelf unit located on the rear side in a first direction; a second shelf unit located on a front side in the first direction compared to the first shelf unit; In an initial state, a third shelf unit stacked with the second shelf unit in a gravity direction; and a hinge unit connecting the second shelf unit and the third shelf unit, wherein the hinge unit mechanically connects the third shelf unit to move in translation relative to the second shelf unit in a plane to which the first direction belongs. Includes.

The first bottom of the first shelf unit and the second bottom of the second shelf unit may be located at the same height, and the relative positions of the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit may be fixed.

In addition, the first shelf unit includes a first bottom and a first side fence protruding from the first bottom, and the second shelf unit includes a second bottom and a second side fence protruding from the second bottom. It may include a side fence, and the third shelf unit may include a third bottom portion and a third side fence protruding from the third bottom portion.

The height of the first side fence may be greater than the height of the second side fence and the third side fence.

The hinge unit includes a first hinge bar rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit, and a second hinge rotatably coupled to the third shelf unit and rotatably coupled directly or indirectly to the first hinge bar. May include bars.

Additionally, the hinge unit may further include an elastic member coupled to reduce the angle between the first hinge bar and the second hinge bar.

In an initial state in which the second shelf unit and the third shelf unit are stacked in the direction of gravity, the hinge coupling position of the second shelf unit and the first hinge bar is the hinge coupling position of the third shelf unit and the second hinge bar. It may protrude further forward in the first direction.

The second shelf unit may include a second bottom, a second side fence that protrudes from the second bottom and is hinged to the first hinge bar, and a stopper that protrudes from the second side fence in a horizontal direction. .

And/or the third shelf unit includes a third bottom, a third side fence protruding from the third bottom and hinged to the second hinge bar, and a third stopper horizontally protruding from the third side fence. may include.

At this time, the second stopper or the third stopper may be configured to limit the rotation angle of the first hinge bar or the second hinge bar.

In some embodiments, the shelf module may further include a cutting board storage plate disposed to overlap the first bottom of the first shelf unit and the second bottom of the second shelf unit in the direction of gravity.

Additionally, in some embodiments, the shelf module is a support member supporting the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit, and may further include a support member disposed between the first shelf unit and the cutting board storage plate.

In this case, in the initial state, the support member may protrude further forward in the first direction than the second bottom of the second shelf unit.

A shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention for solving the above problem includes: a first bottom part, a first side fence protruding from the first bottom part, and a first side fence protruding from the first bottom part. a first shelf unit including a second side fence located on a front side in a first direction; In an initial state, a third shelf unit stacked with the second side fence in the direction of gravity; and a hinge unit connecting the second side fence of the first shelf unit and the third shelf unit, mechanically allowing the third shelf unit to move in translation relative to the first shelf unit in a plane to which the first direction belongs. Includes a connecting hinge unit.

Furniture according to an embodiment of the present invention for solving the above other problems includes: a countertop providing a predetermined height; an upper storage cabinet disposed above the kitchen counter; The aforementioned shelf module disposed inside the storage cabinet in an initial state; and a lifting unit that lifts and lowers the shelf module in the direction of gravity.

Specific details of other embodiments are included in the detailed description.

According to embodiments of the present invention, when the shelving module is accommodated in a storage cabinet, for example, an upper cabinet, some of the plurality of shelving units are stacked on each other in the direction of gravity, and when in use, at least one of the shelving units Some parts may be unfolded to overlap in the horizontal direction. Therefore, it can increase space utilization while providing convenience in use.

Effects according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the contents exemplified above, and further various effects are included in the present specification.

Figure 1 is a perspective view showing kitchen furniture according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 2 to 4 are perspective views showing the case of using the kitchen furniture of Figure 1.
Figure 5 is a perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 1.
Figure 6 is an exploded perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 5.
Figure 7 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 5.
FIGS. 8 to 11 are diagrams for explaining the operation process of the shelf module of FIG. 5.
Figure 12 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 13 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 12.
Figure 14 is an exploded perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 12.
Figure 15 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 16 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 15 in a horizontally unfolded state.
Figure 17 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 18 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 17.
Figures 19 and 20 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 18.
Figure 21 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 22 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 23 and 24 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 22.
Figure 25 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 26 and 27 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 25.
Figure 28 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 29 is a perspective view showing the shelf module of Figure 28 in an unfolded state.
Figure 30 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 31 is a perspective view showing the shelf module of Figure 30 in an unfolded state.
Figure 32 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 33 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.

The advantages and features of the present invention and methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described in detail below along with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and will be implemented in various different forms, and only the embodiments serve to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete, and those skilled in the art It is provided to fully inform the person of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is only defined by the scope of the claims. That is, various changes may be made to the embodiments presented by the present invention. The embodiments described below are not intended to limit the embodiments, but should be understood to include all changes, equivalents, and substitutes therefor.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in this specification may be used with meanings that can be commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not interpreted ideally or excessively unless clearly specifically defined.

As used herein, 'and/or' includes each and every combination of one or more of the mentioned items. Additionally, the singular form also includes the plural form unless specifically stated in the phrase. As used herein, 'comprises' and/or 'comprising' do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the mentioned components. The numerical range expressed using 'to' indicates a numerical range that includes the values written before and after it as the lower limit and upper limit, respectively. ‘About’ or ‘approximately’ means a value or numerical range within 20% of the value or numerical range stated thereafter.

In this specification, when referring to components, ordinal modifiers such as 'first component', 'second component', '1-1 component', etc. are used to distinguish one component from another component. It just happens. Accordingly, the first component referred to below may be referred to as the second component within the scope of the technical idea of the present invention. For example, what is referred to as a first component in one embodiment may be referred to as a second component in another embodiment. Also, of course, what is referred to as a first component in the description of the invention may be referred to as a second component in the claims.

The size, thickness, width, length, etc. of components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated or reduced for convenience and clarity of explanation, so the present invention is not limited to the form shown.

Spatially relative terms such as 'above', 'upper', 'on', 'below', 'beneath', and 'lower' are used in the drawing. As shown, it can be used to easily describe the correlation between one element or component and other elements or components. Spatially relative terms should be understood as terms that include different directions of the element when used in addition to the direction shown in the drawings. For example, when an element shown in a drawing is turned over, an element described as 'below or beneath' another element may be placed 'above' the other element. Accordingly, the illustrative term 'down' may include both downward and upward directions.

In this specification, the first direction (X) refers to one direction within a certain plane, and the second direction (Y) refers to another direction that intersects or is perpendicular to the first direction (X) within the plane. Additionally, the third direction (Z) refers to another direction that intersects or is perpendicular to the plane.

Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

Figure 1 is a perspective view showing kitchen furniture according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figures 2 to 4 are perspective views showing a case where the kitchen furniture of Figure 1 is used, and are perspective views showing a state in which the shelf module is lowered.

Referring to FIGS. 1 to 4, the furniture 1, system furniture, or furniture assembly according to this embodiment is installed inside the countertop 21, the upper cabinet 22 spaced apart from the upper portion of the countertop 21, and the upper cabinet 22. It may include an installed shelf module (11).

The kitchen counter 21 may provide a flat space spaced approximately 80 cm to 90 cm from the ground. The user can cook using the flat space. For example, a cutting board, etc. can be placed in the flat space, or a heating device such as a gas range or induction stove can be installed in the flat space. The countertop 21 may be made of a material that is resistant to moisture or moisture and has high strength and rigidity, for example, stone such as marble, plastic resin, or artificial marble.

A storage cabinet, such as an upper cabinet 22, may be installed on the upper part of the kitchen counter 21. The upper cabinet 22 may be installed at the user's shoulder height or at a position higher than the user's shoulders. The countertop 21 and the upper cabinet 22 may be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance in the third direction (Z). The upper cabinet 22 may be installed by hanging on the wall, but the present invention is not limited thereto. The upper cabinet 22 may include a housing that provides an internal space and a door that can open and close the housing from the front. The housing may have at least a front and a bottom open. The housing and door may be made of a material that has an elegant appearance and is high in strength and light, for example, wood or plastic resin. The front side is sealed with a door, and the shelf module 11 can be lifted and lowered through the lower side.

A shelf module 11 may be placed in the internal space provided by the housing of the upper cabinet 22. As will be described later, the shelf module 11 may be configured to be raised and lowered in the third direction Z (i.e., the direction of gravity) based on the upper cabinet 22, specifically, the housing of the upper cabinet 22.

For example, as shown in FIG. 1, with the shelf module 11 raised to the top, the user opens the door of the upper cabinet 22 to insert storage objects such as seasoning bottles or dishes on which the shelf module 11 is placed. or you can withdraw it.

In addition, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the user can lower the shelf module 11 to the lower side of the upper cabinet 22 by pressing a button or pedal. For example, the shelf module 11 can be lowered until it rests on the top space provided by the countertop 21.

In the conventional case, seasoning bottles such as salt, sugar, soy sauce, etc., or cooking oil, kitchen towels, etc., are stored in the upper cabinet or lower cabinet, and when cooking, they are taken out and placed on the kitchen counter (21) for use. When cooking is finished, the seasoning bottles, etc. are placed again. It was common to organize things in upper and lower cabinets. Not only does this cause the inconvenience of having to rearrange seasoning bottles, etc., but the height of the upper and lower cabinets is too high or low, so you have to bend your waist and knees or step on the support to use the upper cabinet, and make full use of the space in the depth direction of the cabinet. There was a problem that couldn't be resolved.

However, when using the furniture 1 according to this embodiment of the storage object stored in the upper cabinet 22, the object can be easily taken out using the door of the upper cabinet 22 as shown in FIG. 1 depending on the need or situation. In addition, in the process of cooking while the user stands in front of the kitchen counter 21 for a long time, the shelf module 11 can be lowered and placed on the kitchen counter 21 as shown in FIG. 3. And after using the seasoning bottle, it can be stored directly in the shelf module (11) rather than placing it on the counter (21). Therefore, the inconvenience of having to clean up the counter top 21 after use can be reduced and the posture that puts strain on the user's joints can be minimized.

Furthermore, the shelf module 11 of the furniture 1 according to this embodiment may be configured so that the shelf units are spread out in the horizontal direction, as will be described later. That is, as shown in FIG. 4, space utilization can be maximized by configuring at least two shelf units stacked in the third direction (Z) to be spread out in the horizontal direction (e.g., in the first direction (X)). . Hereinafter, the shelf module 11 will be described in detail.

Figure 5 is a perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 1. Figure 6 is an exploded perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 5. Figure 7 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 5. Figures 8 and 9 are a perspective view and a side view, respectively, showing the process of unfolding the shelf module. Figures 10 and 11 are a perspective view and a side view, respectively, showing the shelf module in a fully unfolded state.

Referring further to FIGS. 5 to 11, the shelf module 11 according to this embodiment includes a first shelf unit 100, a second shelf unit 200, a third shelf unit 300, and a hinge unit 400. may include.

The first to third shelf units 100 to 300 may each provide a predetermined space for storing items. In an exemplary embodiment, the first shelf unit 100 may include a first bottom portion 110 and a first side fence 130. Additionally, the second shelf unit 200 may include a second bottom portion 210 and a second side fence 230. Additionally, the third shelf unit 300 may include a third bottom portion 310 and a third side fence 330.

The first bottom portion 110 to the third bottom portion 310 are components that provide a floor space on which objects (not shown) can be placed on the first shelf unit 100 to the third shelf unit 300, respectively. means. 5 and the like illustrate a case where the first bottom portion 110 to the third bottom portion 310 are plate-shaped made of metal or plastic with a thin thickness in the third direction (Z), but the present invention is not limited thereto. That is not the case. The first to third bottom portions 110 to 310 may each be constructed by arranging thin metal wires. Alternatively, the first to third bottom parts 110 to 310 may each have grooves on which bottles or tableware can be stably placed and may be referred to as trays.

As a non-limiting example, the length of the first bottom portion 110 to the third bottom portion 310 in the first direction (X) may be in the range of about 10 cm to 15 cm, or about 11 cm to 14 cm, respectively. In addition, the length (e.g., width) of the first bottom portion 110 to the third bottom portion 310 in the second direction (Y) is respectively about 35 cm to 50 cm, or about 36 cm to 45 cm, or about 37 cm to 43 cm. It may be in range.

The edge of the first shelf unit 100 is defined by a pair of first side fences 130 spaced apart in the second direction (Y), and the edge of the second shelf unit 200 is defined by the pair of first side fences 130 spaced apart in the second direction (Y). is defined by a pair of second side fences 230 spaced apart from each other, and the edge of the third shelf unit 300 is defined by a pair of third side fences 330 spaced apart in the second direction (Y). It can be.

5 and the like show a metal frame in which the first side fence 130 to the third side fence 330 (or the first side frame to the third side frame or the first side member to the third side member) is formed by bending a metal wire. The case of shape is exemplified. Specifically, Figure 5, etc., shows the first side fence 130 on one side extending in the first direction (X) and three horizontal wires (or horizontal portions) arranged in the third direction (Z) and the third direction. Illustrating a case including two vertical wires (or vertical portions) extending in (Z) and spaced apart in the first direction (X), the second side fence 230 and the third side fence 330 are each Two horizontal wires (or horizontal portions) extending in one direction (X) and arranged with each other in a third direction (Z) and two vertical wires extending in a third direction (Z) and spaced apart in the first direction (X) (or vertical portion) is included, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

The first side fence 130 to the third side fence 330 are implemented in various ways to prevent objects placed on the bottom portions 110, 210, and 310 of the shelving unit from being pushed in the second direction (Y) and falling over, respectively. Of course it can be done. For example, the first side fence 130 to the third side fence 330 may be implemented in the form of a metal or plastic plate. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, a pair of first side fences 130, a pair of second side fences 230, or a pair of third side fences spaced apart from each other in the second direction (Y) Partition members that can partition the bottom portions 110, 210, and 310 of each shelf unit in the second direction (Y) may be disposed between the 330).

The first side fence 130 is connected to the first rear fence 150, the second side fence 230 is connected to the second rear fence 250, and the third side fence 330 is connected to the third rear fence. It can be connected to (350). The maximum height of the first rear fence 150 to the third rear fence 350 in the third direction (Z) is the maximum height of the first side fence 130 to the third side fence 330 in the third direction (Z), respectively. It may be the same as or different from the maximum height of .

5 and the like illustrate a case where the first rear fence 150 to the third rear fence 350 have a metal frame shape formed by bending a metal wire, similar to the first side fence 130 to the third side fence 330. I'm doing it. Specifically, the first rear fence 150 shares a vertical wire with two first side fences 130 spaced apart from each other in the second direction (Y), extends in the second direction (Y), and extends in the third direction ( A case further comprising three horizontal wires spaced apart in Z) is exemplified, and the second rear fence 250 and the third rear fence 350 are the second side fence 230 and the third side fence 330, respectively. and shares a vertical wire, and further includes two horizontal wires extending in the second direction (Y) and spaced apart in the third direction (Z), but the present invention is not limited thereto. The first rear fence 150 to the third rear fence 350 use various methods to prevent objects placed on the bottoms 110, 210, and 310 of the shelving unit from being pushed backwards in the first direction (X) and falling, respectively. Of course, it can be implemented. For example, the first rear fence 150 to the third rear fence 350 may be implemented in the form of a metal or plastic plate.

In addition, although not shown in the drawing, the first shelf unit 100 further includes a first front fence (not shown), the second shelf unit 200 further includes a second front fence (not shown), and a second shelf unit 200 further includes a first front fence (not shown). The three-shelf unit 300 may further include a third front fence (not shown). The first to third front fences may be implemented in various ways to prevent objects placed on the bottom portions 110, 210, and 310 of the shelf unit from being pushed forward in the first direction (X) and falling. In some embodiments, in terms of convenience of entry and exit of goods, the heights of the first to third front fences in the third direction (Z) are the first to third rear fences 150 to 350, respectively. It may be smaller than the height in the third direction (Z).

Meanwhile, as will be described later, the relative positions of the first shelf unit 100 and the second shelf unit 200 may be fixed. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10, the second rear fence 250 of the second shelf unit 200 prevents objects placed on the first shelf unit 100 from being pushed forward in the first direction (X) and falling over. It can also function as a fence. In addition, in the state of FIG. 10, the third rear fence 350 of the third shelf unit 300 is a fence that prevents objects placed on the second shelf unit 200 from being pushed forward in the first direction (X) and falling over. It may function.

The first side fence 130 and the first rear fence 150 may be coupled and fixed to the first bottom 110, and their positions may be fixed. Additionally, the second side fence 230 and the second rear fence 250 may be coupled and fixed to the second bottom portion 210, and their positions may be fixed. Additionally, the third side fence 330 and the third rear fence 350 may be coupled and fixed to the third bottom portion 310, and their positions may be fixed.

The first shelf unit 100 and the second shelf unit 200 may be arranged to overlap each other in the first direction (X). Specifically, the second shelf unit 200 may be disposed on the front side of the first shelf unit 100 in the first direction (X). The first shelf unit 100 and the second shelf unit 200 may be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance in the first direction (X) or may be in close contact with each other.

Additionally, the relative positions of the first shelf unit 100 and the second shelf unit 200 may be fixed. In an exemplary embodiment, the first bottom portion 110 of the first shelf unit 100 and the second bottom portion 210 of the second shelf unit 200 are located at the same height in the third direction (Z). , or their relative positions may be fixed.

The maximum height of the first shelf unit 100 in the third direction (Z) may be greater than the maximum height of the second shelf unit 200 in the third direction (Z). For a specific example, the height of the first side fence 130 may be greater than the height of the second side fence 230. Alternatively, the height of the first side fence 130 may be greater than the height of the second rear fence 250.

In a state in which the shelf module 11 as shown in FIGS. 5 and 6 is stored in the upper cabinet 22, that is, in a state in which the shelf module 11 is raised to the top, for example, in the initial state (first state 11a), The second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 may be stacked and overlapped in the third direction (Z). Additionally, in the initial state 11a, the third shelf unit 300 may be arranged to overlap the first shelf unit 100 in the first direction (X). Specifically, the third shelf unit 300 may be disposed on the front side of the first shelf unit 100 in the first direction (X) while placed on top of the second shelf unit 200 . 7 and the like show that the maximum height of the first shelf unit 100, for example, the height of the first side fence 130 or the first rear fence 150, is the same as that of the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit ( 300), but the present invention is not limited thereto.

The third shelf unit 300 may be configured so that its relative position with the first shelf unit 100 and the second shelf unit 200 changes. In an exemplary embodiment, the third shelf unit 300 may be configured to rotate relative to the second shelf unit 200 about a predetermined axis using the hinge unit 400. In this case, in the initial state 11a, the third bottom part 310 may have a higher height in the third direction (Z) than the first bottom part 110 and the second bottom part 210. In addition, in the unfolded state of the third shelf unit 300 of the shelf module 11, that is, in the state of FIGS. 10 and 11 (e.g., third state 11c), the height of the third bottom portion 310 is equal to that of the first floor. It may be higher than, equal to, or lower than the height of the portion 110 and the second bottom portion 210.

The maximum height of the third shelf unit 300 in the third direction (Z) may be smaller than the maximum height of the first shelf unit 100 in the third direction (Z). For a specific example, the height of the first side fence 130 may be greater than the height of the third side fence 330. Alternatively, the height of the first side fence 130 may be greater than the height of the third rear fence 350. In addition, the height of the third side fence 330 and the third rear fence 350 may be greater than, equal to, or smaller than the height of the second side fence 230 and the second rear fence 250, respectively.

As a non-limiting example, the maximum height of the first side fence 130 and the first rear fence 150 may be in the range of about 30 cm to 50 cm, or about 35 cm to 45 cm, respectively. In addition, the maximum height of the second side fence 230, the second rear fence 250, the third side fence 330, and the third rear fence 350 is respectively about 12 cm to 25 cm, or about 13 cm to 20 cm, or about It may range from 14 cm to 18 cm.

The hinge unit 400 may be combined with the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 to form a rotation axis. In another embodiment, the hinge unit 400 may be combined with the first shelf unit 100 and the third shelf unit 300. Hereinafter, a case where the hinge unit 400 is combined with the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 will be described as an example.

The hinge unit 400 may include a first hinge bar 410 and a second hinge bar 420. The first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 each function as a link member, and the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may form a joint axis therebetween. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the hinge unit 400 may include three or more link members.

The first hinge bar 410 may be rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit 200, specifically the second side fence 230, to form an axis (eg, first axis AX1). Additionally, the second hinge bar 420 may be coupled to the third shelf unit 300, specifically the third side fence 330, to form a rotatable axis (eg, second axis AX2). And the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may be coupled to each other to form a joint axis. That is, the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may be rotatably connected to each other. As described above, when the hinge unit 400 consists of two link members (i.e., the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420), they are directly connected to each other, but the hinge unit 400 has three link members. When it includes more than two link members, the first hinge bar 410 coupled with the second shelf unit 200 and the second hinge bar 420 coupled with the third shelf unit 300 can indirectly rotate with each other. It can be understood as connected.

In some embodiments, the hinge unit 400 may further include an elastic member 430 such as a spring coupled to the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420. The elastic member 430 may be coupled to provide a force that narrows the angle between the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 using its contractile force.

The hinge unit 400 having the above-described structure is such that the third shelf unit 300 (or the third side fence 330) is positioned at the first side fence 230 of the second shelf unit 200. It can be configured to move in translation within a plane to which the direction (X) and the third direction (Z) belong. That is, the third bottom portion 310 of the third shelf unit 300 may rotate while maintaining its downward direction in the third direction (Z). In order to avoid interference between the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 during the translational movement of the third shelf unit 300, the hinge unit 400 has an angle between the joint axes, That is, the angle between the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may be changed and the shortest distance between the first axis AX1 and the second axis AX2 may be adjusted.

Specifically, in the initial state (i.e., first state 11a) shown in FIGS. 5 and 7, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 are arranged overlapping in the third direction (Z). And, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 may be coupled by the hinge unit 400. At this time, the first axis (AX1) and the second axis (AX2) may be arranged in the third direction (Z). And the joint axes of the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 are located backward in the first direction (X) compared to the first axis (AX1) and the second axis (AX2), and the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may form a first included angle θ1 .

In the first state 11a, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit are stacked in the third direction (Z) to ensure structural stability of the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300. (300) may have a structure that can be combined with each other. In an exemplary embodiment, the second side fence 230 and/or the second rear fence 250 of the second shelving unit 200 may be coupled to the third bottom portion 310 of the third shelving unit 300. It can be configured as follows.

For a specific example, the third bottom portion 310 has an insertion pin (not shown) protruding from its lower surface, and the second side fence 230 and/or the second rear fence 250 are inserted on its upper surface. You can have a home (not shown). In the first state 11a in which the third shelf unit 300 is disposed on the second shelf unit 200, the insertion pin of the third bottom part 310 is connected to the second side fence 230 and/or the second By being inserted into the insertion groove of the rear fence 250, the structural stability of the first state 11a can be increased. For another example, the third bottom portion 310 has an insertion groove (not shown) formed on its lower surface, and the second side fence 230 and/or the second rear fence 250 have an insertion groove protruding toward its upper surface. They may be inserted and fitted using pins (not shown).

In addition, in the change process shown in FIGS. 8 and 9 (e.g., the second state 11b), the third shelf unit 300 protrudes forward in the first direction direction) can be done. The translational movement may be understood as a translational movement based on the first axis AX1. At this time, despite the contraction force caused by the elastic member 430, the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 are spread apart by a force applied by the user or an external force caused by an electric motor, etc., and the first hinge bar 410 ) and the included angle between the second hinge bar 420 may increase. For example, the maximum included angle during the change process, such as the second included angle ( θ2 ), is about 180 degrees, or about 179 degrees, or about 178 degrees, or about 177 degrees, or about 176 degrees, or about 175 degrees, or It can be about 170 degrees, or about 165 degrees, or about 160 degrees.

Also, in the unfolded state (i.e., the third state 11c) shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the first to third shelf units 100 to 300 are all arranged in an overlapping manner in the first direction (X). , the first to third shelf units 100 to 300 may all non-overlap each other in the third direction (Z). The third shelf unit 300 may move in translation about the first axis AX1 and then be fixed at a predetermined position. At this time, the first axis (AX1) and the second axis (AX2) may be arranged in the first direction (X). Additionally, the angle between the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 may decrease while changing from the second state 11b to the third state 11c. For example, the third included angle ( θ3 ) may be smaller than the first included angle ( θ1 ). The third included angle θ3 between the first hinge bar 410 and the second hinge bar 420 is reduced by the elastic member 430, and the third shelf unit 300 on the front side in the first direction (X) ) can be brought into close contact with the second shelf unit 200 on the rear side in the first direction (X).

11 and the like illustrate a case where the first bottom 110, the second bottom 210, and the third bottom 310 are all located at the same height in the third state 11c, but the present invention This is not limited to this. In another embodiment, in the third state 11c, the height of the third bottom portion 310 may be located lower than the heights of the first bottom portion 110 and the second bottom portion 210. For example, the first bottom portion 110 and the second bottom portion 210 are spaced apart from the upper surface of the kitchen counter 21 by a cutting board storage plate 500, which will be described later, and the third bottom portion 310 is a kitchen counter ( 21) may be configured to be placed on the upper surface.

Through the above-described process, in the initial state 11a, that is, in the state in which the shelf module 11 is stored in the upper cabinet 22, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 are stored by overlapping in the direction of gravity. Then, in the third state 11c, that is, in a state in which the shelf module 11 is lowered and placed on the counter 21, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 are separated by additional manipulation by the user. It can be unfolded horizontally. Also, when the user needs to use various items for cooking, the first to third shelf units 100 to 300 all unfold horizontally, so the necessary items can be immediately taken out and used and rearranged after use. there is.

As a non-limiting example to explain the effectiveness of the shelf module 11 according to this embodiment, the first shelf unit 100 has a relatively large height and is not often used in the state of Figure 1, that is, only Figure 3. Or, things used in the state of FIG. 4, that is, things used only in the cooking process, such as cooking oil, can be stored.

In addition, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 include items that are relatively small in height and can be used by the user not only in the state of Figures 3 and 4 but also in the state of Figure 1, for example, salt bottles. , sugar bottles, pepper bottles, etc. can be stored.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, the first hinge bar 410 of the hinge unit 400 is combined with the second shelf unit 200 to form only one first axis AX1, and the second hinge bar 420 This illustrates the case where is combined with the third shelf unit 300 to form only one second axis AX2. In this case, based on the second shelf unit 200, the third shelf unit 300 may perform a translational movement or a rotational movement. In terms of mechanical stability, the third shelf unit 300 may be coupled to the hinge unit 400 and other components so that it only performs translational movement, not rotational movement. For example, the hinge unit 400 is composed of three or more link members, and any hinge bar may be coupled to the third shelf unit 300 through a plurality of axes.

In some embodiments, the shelf module 11 may further include a cutting board storage plate 500 or a cutting board storage plate member. The cutting board storage plate 500 is arranged to overlap the first bottom 110 of the first shelf unit 100 and the second bottom 210 of the second shelf unit 200 in the third direction (Z). You can.

The cutting board storage plate 500 may be spaced apart from the first and second bottom portions 110 and 210 in the third direction (Z) to form a space therebetween. To this end, a plurality of posts protruding from the lower surfaces of the first bottom 110 and the second bottom 210 in the third direction (Z) may be disposed. The first bottom part 110 and the second bottom part 210 and the cutting board storage plate 500 can be spaced apart using the post. The post may be part of a vertical wire of the first side fence 130 and/or the second side fence 230 that penetrates the first bottom 110 and/or the second bottom 210, but Of course, the invention is not limited thereto. Additionally, it may be configured to insert and store a cutting board (not shown) in the space.

In Figure 5, etc., considering the ease of moisture permeability and ventilation for the cleaned cutting board, the cutting board storage plate 500 is provided with a plurality of metal wires each extending in the first direction (X) and spaced apart from each other in the second direction (Y). Including, a case of providing a plane space to which the first direction (X) and the second direction (Y) belong is exemplified. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the cutting board storage plate 500 may be provided as a metal plate or the like to provide a plane space to which the first direction (X) and the second direction (Y) belong.

In some more advanced embodiments, the furniture 1 may further include a bottom plate 700, a back plate 600, and a lifting unit 800. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the lower plate 700, the rear plate 600, and the lifting unit 800 may be understood as components included in the shelf module 11.

The lower plate 700 may be placed below the shelf module 11. When the cutting board storage plate 500 is provided as shown in FIG. 5, etc., the lower plate 700 may be coupled to the lower part of the cutting board storage plate 500. In another embodiment in which the cutting board storage plate 500 is omitted, the lower plate 700 may be placed directly on the lower surfaces of the first bottom portion 110 and the second bottom portion 210.

The planar area of the lower plate 700, for example, the planar area to which the first direction (X) and the second direction (Y) belong, is the planar area of the first bottom 110 and the second bottom ( 210) may be larger than the sum of the areas on the plane. That is, the lower plate 700 may completely cover the shelf module 11 including the first bottom 110 and the second bottom 210 and may have a larger size.

The lower plate 700 may have the same exterior material as the side wall and/or door of the upper cabinet 22. When the shelf module 11 is raised and stored in the upper cabinet 22, the lower plate 700 seals the lower surface opening of the upper cabinet 22 and forms the lower surface appearance of the upper cabinet 22. Through this, it is possible to give a sense of unity to the exterior material of the upper cabinet 22 when the shelf module 11 is raised. When the shelf module 11 is completely lowered, the lower surface of the lower plate 700 may contact the upper surface of the kitchen counter 21.

The back plate 600 may be disposed on the back of the shelf module 11 in the first direction (X). For example, the back plate 600 may be disposed on the back of the first shelf unit 100, and more specifically, on the first back fence 150 of the first shelf unit 100. As shown in FIG. 5, when the first rear fence 150 is not plate-shaped but is made of a plurality of horizontal wires extending in the second direction (Y), it is formed in a space between the horizontal wires and extends in the second direction (Y). It may not be possible to provide a plane space to which (Y) and the third direction (Z) belong. For this purpose, the rear plate 600 may be placed on the first rear fence 150. In another embodiment, the first rear fence 150 may be provided in a plate shape rather than a combination of wires, and provides a plane space to which the second direction (Y) and third direction (Z) belong without a separate rear plate. can do. In this case, the back plate may be understood as a component constituting the shelf module.

The lifting unit 800 may be disposed on a plane to which the second direction (Y) and third direction (Z) provided by the rear plate 600 belong. The lifting unit 800 includes a guide rail and a wheel that moves in the third direction (Z) along the guide rail, so that the shelf module 11 is lifted and lowered in the third direction (Z) within the upper cabinet 22. It can refer to components. 5 and the like illustrate a case where a guide rail is attached to the rear plate 600. In this case, a wheel and a motor for driving the wheel may be disposed in the upper cabinet 22. In another embodiment, a wheel, etc. may be disposed on the rear plate 600, and a guide rail along which the wheel moves and a motor for driving the wheel may be disposed in the upper cabinet 22.

The shelf module 11 and the furniture 1 including the same according to this embodiment can provide a shelf that extends at a height that is comfortable for the user's activities, for example, the height of the kitchen counter 21. Therefore, the user can take out or organize spice bottles, etc. from a convenient position rather than a position that is too high or too low.

In addition, space utilization can be maximized by including multiple shelf units that unfold horizontally. In general, storage cabinets such as upper or lower cabinets have a storage depth of approximately 30 cm or so, that is, a length in the first direction (X). In addition, the conventional shelf module has a plurality of shelves arranged only in the direction of gravity, and it is difficult to move internal items in the direction of gravity due to limitations in the separation distance between the shelves in the direction of gravity. In other words, items placed on the rear side of the storage cabinet were obscured by items placed on the front side of the storage cabinet or were difficult to take out, and even though the storage cabinet had sufficient storage depth, only a portion of the space was actually utilized. However, according to this embodiment, even when items are stored in a relatively deep position within the upper cabinet 22, that is, in the first shelf unit 100, the first shelf unit moves downward when the shelf module 11 is used ( Since there are no other shelves stacked in the direction of gravity of 100), it is easy to remove items placed on the first shelf unit 100. In addition, even when items are stored in a relatively forward position within the upper cabinet 22, that is, in the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300, when the shelf module 11 is used, the third shelf unit 300 ) can be expanded horizontally, making it easy to remove items placed on the second shelf unit 200.

Hereinafter, other embodiments of the present invention will be described. However, descriptions of configurations that are substantially the same or extremely similar to the above-described embodiments will be omitted, and this will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the attached drawings.

Figure 12 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 13 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 12. Figure 14 is an exploded perspective view of the shelf module of Figure 12.

12 and 13, the shelf module 12 according to this embodiment includes a first shelf unit 102 and a third shelf unit 300, where the first shelf unit 102 has different heights. It is different from the shelf module according to the embodiment of FIG. 5 in that it includes the first side fence 130 and the second side fence 132. That is, the shelf module 12 according to the present embodiment is different in that the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit of the shelf module of the above-described embodiment are integrated and are referred to as a first shelf unit. In other words, the first shelf unit 102 of this embodiment may correspond to the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit of the above-described embodiment.

The first shelf unit 102 includes a first bottom portion 112, a first side fence 130 (or 1-1 side fence) disposed on the first bottom portion 112, and a first bottom portion 112. ) and a second side fence 132 (or 1-2 side fence) and a first rear fence 150 disposed on the wall, and may further include a partition fence 152.

The first bottom portion 112 may correspond to the first bottom portion and the second bottom portion of the above-described embodiment. That is, the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit of the above-described embodiment may share a bottom portion with each other. The first side fence 130 and the second side fence 132 are disposed on the first bottom 112, and the first side fence 130 is located in a first direction (X) than the second side fence 132. It can be placed on the rear side. Additionally, the height of the first side fence 130 in the third direction (Z) may be greater than the height of the second side fence 132. The first rear fence 150 may connect a pair of first side fences 130. Additionally, the partition fence 152 may correspond to the second rear fence of the above-described embodiment. The partition fence 152 may divide the space of the first floor 112 into front and rear sides in the first direction (X).

The third shelf unit 300 may include a third bottom portion 310, a third side fence 330, and a third rear fence 350. In the initial state, the third shelf unit 300 overlaps the second side fence 132 of the first shelf unit 102 in the third direction (Z), and the first side fence 132 of the first shelf unit 102 It may be arranged to non-overlap with (130) in the third direction (Z). Since the third shelf unit 300 has been described in detail, redundant description will be omitted.

The hinge unit 400 may rotatably connect the first shelf unit 102 and the third shelf unit 300. In an exemplary embodiment, the hinge unit 400 may be rotatably coupled to the second side fence 132 and the third side fence 330 to form a plurality of axes. In another embodiment, the hinge unit 400 may be rotatably coupled to the first side fence 130 and the third side fence 330 to form an axis. Since the translational movement of the third shelf unit 300 using the hinge unit 400 has been described in detail, redundant description will be omitted.

The shelf module 12 according to the present embodiment differs from the above-described embodiment in that a plurality of shelf units are implemented as a single shelf unit with bottom portions connected to each other. Although not shown in the drawings, it goes without saying that the shelf module 12 according to this embodiment can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

Figure 15 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 16 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 15 in a horizontally unfolded state.

15 and 16, the shelf module 13 according to this embodiment includes a support member 900 disposed between the first shelf unit 100 or the second shelf unit 200 and the cutting board storage plate 500. ) is different from the shelf module according to the embodiment of FIG. 5 in that it further includes.

15 and the like show a case in which the shelf module of the embodiment of FIG. 5 and the like is modified. However, of course, the support member 900 may be applied to the shelf module of the embodiment of FIG. 12 and the like, and this can be seen from the attached drawings as usual. It will be easy for technicians to understand. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 13 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

The support member 900 overlaps the first bottom 110 and the second bottom 210 in the third direction (Z) and supports the first bottom 110 and the second bottom 210. can be placed. Additionally, the front end of the support member 900 in the first direction (X) may be configured to protrude further forward in the first direction (X) than the second bottom portion 210 . The support member 900 may be disposed between the first bottom portion 110 and the cutting board storage plate 500, or between the second bottom portion 210 and the cutting board storage plate 500.

15 and the like illustrate a case where the support member 900 is provided with four metal wires, each extending in the first direction (X) and spaced apart from each other in the second direction (Y), but the present invention is not limited thereto. This is not the case, and in another embodiment, the support member 900 may be provided in a plate shape.

The support member 900 is located on the third bottom portion of the third shelf unit 300 when the third shelf unit 300 is translated and unfolded in the horizontal direction, that is, in the first direction (X) (e.g., in the third state). It may be configured to support (310). That is, the support member 900 may be configured to limit the translational rotation angle of the third shelf unit 300 with respect to the second shelf unit 200 (or the first shelf unit 100).

Although not shown in the drawing, in the third state, the support member 900 may have a structure that can be coupled to the third shelf unit 300 to ensure structural stability of the third shelf unit 300. In an exemplary embodiment, the third bottom portion 310 of the third shelf unit 300 may be configured to be coupled to the support member 900.

For a specific example, the third bottom portion 310 may have an insertion pin (not shown) protruding from its lower surface, and the support member 900 may have an insertion groove (not shown) on its upper surface. In the third state in which the third shelf unit 300 is unfolded in the horizontal direction, the insertion pin of the third bottom part 310 is inserted into the insertion groove of the support member 900 to increase structural stability in the third state. For another example, the third bottom portion 310 has an insertion groove (not shown) formed on its lower surface, and the support member 900 has an insertion pin (not shown) protruding from its upper surface so that they can be inserted and fitted. It may be possible.

Figure 17 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 18 is a side view of the shelf module of Figure 17. Figures 19 and 20 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 18.

17 to 20, the second shelf unit 204 of the shelf module 14 according to the present embodiment further includes a stopper 270 (e.g., a second stopper) in the embodiment of FIG. 5. This is different from the shelf module according to . 17 and the like show a modified case of the shelf module of the embodiment of FIG. 5 and the like, but the stopper 270 may be applied to the shelf module of other embodiments described above. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 14 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

The second shelf unit 204 includes a second bottom portion 210, a second side fence 230, and a second rear fence 250, and may further include a stopper 270. In an exemplary embodiment, the stopper 270 may be formed to protrude outward from the second side fence 230 in the second direction (Y). The stopper 270 may be formed integrally with the second side fence 230 without a physical boundary, or may be made of a material with buffering properties, such as rubber.

As described above, in the first state 14a shown in FIG. 18, the second shelf unit 204 and the third shelf unit 300 may be arranged overlapping in the third direction (Z). Additionally, in the second state 14b shown in FIG. 19, the third shelf unit 300 protrudes forward in the first direction (X) and may move in translation. The translational movement may be understood as a translational movement based on the first axis AX1.

Additionally, in the third state 14c shown in FIG. 20, that is, in a state in which the third shelf unit 300 is unfolded in the horizontal direction (first direction (X)), the third shelf unit 300 further translates to the third shelf unit 300. The first to third shelf units 100 to 300 may all be arranged to overlap in the first direction (X).

At this time, the stopper 270 may be placed at a position that limits the rotation angle of the hinge unit 400. Specifically, when the hinge unit 400 rotates counterclockwise based on FIGS. 18 to 20, the stopper 270 protrudes from the second side fence 230 and touches the first hinge bar 410 of the hinge unit 400. ) can be configured to adhere to and interfere with. More specifically, the first hinge bar 410 is placed on top of the stopper 270, and a vertical load applied to the first hinge bar 410 may be carried on the stopper 270.

As in the present embodiment, the third The rotation angle of the shelf unit 300 can be adjusted and structural stability in the third state 14c can be improved.

Figure 21 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 21, the shelf module 15 according to this embodiment is in its initial state, that is, in a state in which the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 are stacked in the third direction (Z). It is different from the shelf module according to the embodiment of FIG. 17 in that the first axis AX1 is positioned to protrude forward in the first direction (X) than the second axis AX2. Figure 21 shows a case where the shelf module of the embodiment such as that of Figure 17 is modified, but the shelf module of other embodiments described above may also be modified. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 15 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

As described above, the first hinge bar 410 of the hinge unit 405 is rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit 200 to form a first axis AX1, and the second hinge bar 420 is rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit 200 and the first axis AX1. 3 It forms a shelf unit 300 and a second axis AX2 and can be rotatably coupled. At this time, the first axis AX1 may be located ahead of the second axis AX2 in the first direction (X).

The length of the first hinge bar 410 is adjusted to avoid interference during the rotation of the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 by positioning the first axis AX1 relatively on the front side. can be reduced and structural stability can be improved.

In addition, in the first axis AX1 and the second axis AX2, which are the positions where the hinge unit 405, the second shelf unit 200, and the third shelf unit 300 are coupled, the second axis AX2 In the initial state in which the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300 are stacked in the third direction (Z) by retracting and positioning to the rear side in the first direction (X) compared to the first axis (AX1), It is possible to prevent the third shelf unit 300 from unintentionally tilting forward in the first direction (X) and falling.

Figure 22 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figures 23 and 24 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 22.

22 to 24, the lengths of the first hinge bar 416 and the second hinge bar 426 of the hinge unit 406 of the shelf module 16 according to the present embodiment are different from those of FIG. 21. This is different from the shelf module according to the embodiment. 22 and the like show a case where the shelf module of the embodiment of FIG. 21 is modified, but the shelf modules of other embodiments described above may also be modified. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 16 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

As described above, the first hinge bar 416 of the hinge unit 406 is rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit 200 to form a first axis AX1, and the second hinge bar 426 is the second shelf unit 200. 3 It forms a shelf unit 300 and a second axis AX2 and can be rotatably coupled. At this time, the first axis AX1 and the second axis AX2 may or may not overlap in the third direction (Z).

The first hinge bar 416 according to this embodiment may be longer than the second hinge bar 426. Through this, the length of the second hinge bar 426 can be reduced to avoid interference during the rotation of the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 300, and structural stability can be improved.

In addition, as described above, in the third state 16c shown in FIG. 24, the first hinge bar 416 interferes with the stopper 270, and the second hinge bar 426 moves in the direction of gravity, that is, in the third direction. It can have a state extended to (Z). That is, in the third state 16c, the second hinge bar 426 extends in the third direction (Z) or extends in the third direction within the plane to which the first direction (X) and the third direction (Z) belong. It may extend in a direction to form an angle between (Z) of about ±10 degrees, or about ±5 degrees.

As in the above-described embodiments, in the third state in which the third shelf unit 300 is unfolded in the horizontal direction, both the first hinge bar 416 and the second hinge bar 426 of the hinge unit 406 are tilted in the inclined direction. When in an extended state, the self-weight of the third shelving unit 300 and the weight of objects placed on the third shelving unit 300 are applied to the joint axis connecting the first hinge bar 416 and the second hinge bar 426. A large load may be applied to the hinge unit 406.

However, as in the present embodiment, the length of the first hinge bar 416 and the second hinge bar 426, the positions of the first axis AX1 and the second axis AX2, etc. are adjusted to adjust the position in the third state 16c. When the second hinge bar 426 is configured to hang in the direction of gravity, the load applied to the first hinge bar 416 is distributed by being caught by the stopper 270, while the remaining load is distributed to the second hinge bar. By being caught in the direction of tension of 426, the joint axis connecting the first hinge bar 416 and the second hinge bar 426 can be prevented from being damaged.

Figure 25 is a side view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figures 26 and 27 are side views showing the process of unfolding the shelf module of Figure 25.

25 to 27, the third shelf unit 307 of the shelf module 17 according to the present embodiment further includes a stopper 370 (e.g., a third stopper) in the embodiment of FIG. 5, etc. This is different from the shelf module according to . 25 and the like show a modified case of the shelf module of the embodiment of FIG. 5 and the like, but the stopper 370 may be applied to the shelf module of other embodiments described above. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 17 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

The third shelf unit 307 includes a third bottom portion 310, a third side fence 330, and a third rear fence 350, and may further include a stopper 370. In an exemplary embodiment, the stopper 370 may be formed to protrude outward from the third side fence 330 in the second direction (Y).

As described above, in the first state 17a shown in FIG. 25, the second shelf unit 200 and the third shelf unit 307 may be arranged overlapping in the third direction (Z). Additionally, in the second state 17b shown in FIG. 26, the third shelf unit 307 protrudes forward in the first direction (X) and can move in translation. The translational movement may be understood as a translational movement based on the first axis AX1.

In addition, in the third state 17c shown in FIG. 27, that is, in a state in which the third shelf unit 307 is unfolded in the horizontal direction (first direction (X)), the third shelf unit 307 further translates to the third shelf unit 307. The first shelf unit 100 to the third shelf unit 307 may all be arranged to overlap in the first direction (X).

At this time, the stopper 370 may be placed at a position that limits the rotation angle of the hinge unit 400. Specifically, when the hinge unit 400 rotates counterclockwise based on FIGS. 25 to 27, the stopper 370 protrudes from the third side fence 330 and touches the second hinge bar 420 of the hinge unit 400. ) can be configured to adhere to and interfere with. More specifically, the stopper 370 is placed on the upper part of the second hinge bar 420, and based on FIG. 27, the second hinge bar 420 is pushed by the first hinge bar 410 in the upper left direction. ) can receive a force to rotate counterclockwise. In this case, the top of the second hinge bar 420, which wants to move to the left, interferes with the stopper 370 and the rotation is restricted, and the bottom of the second hinge bar 420, which wants to move to the right, and the third side fence 330 connected thereto. ) and the third shelf unit 307 receives force to the right, comes into close contact with the second shelf unit 200, and its position can be fixed.

As in the present embodiment, the third The rotation angle of the shelf unit 307 can be adjusted and structural stability in the third state 17c can be improved.

Figure 28 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 29 is a perspective view showing the shelf module of Figure 28 in an unfolded state.

28 and 29, in the shelf module 18 according to this embodiment, the second shelf unit 208 further includes a second front fence 270, and the third shelf unit 308 further includes a third front fence 270. It is different from the shelf module according to the embodiment shown in FIG. 5 in that it further includes a front fence 370 and a third hanging member 390.

The second front fence 270 provides a function to prevent objects placed on the second floor 210 from being pushed forward in the first direction (X) and falling. The second front fence 270 may be shaped to extend approximately in the second direction (Y) and connect the second side fences 230 on both sides. In terms of ease of storing and retrieving items, the height of the second front fence 270 may be smaller than the height of the second side fence 230 and/or the second rear fence 250.

The third front fence 370 provides a function to prevent objects placed on the third floor 310 from being pushed forward in the first direction (X) and falling. The third front fence 370 may be shaped to extend approximately in the second direction (Y) and connect the third side fences 330 on both sides. In terms of ease of storing and retrieving items, the height of the third front fence 370 may be smaller than the height of the third side fence 330 and/or the third rear fence 350.

Additionally, the third shelf unit 308 may further include a third hanging member 390. The third hanging member 390 may protrude from the third rear fence 350, for example, a horizontal wire on the central side in the third direction (Z), toward the rear side in the first direction (X). The third hook member 390 may be configured to have an approximate hook shape and be hooked or latched. 28 and the like illustrate a case where the third hanging member 390 extends from the lower horizontal wire of two horizontal wires spaced apart from each other in the third direction (Z), but the present invention is not limited thereto.

When the third shelf unit 308 of the shelf module 18 is unfolded in the horizontal direction, the third hanging member 390 may be caught on the second front fence 270 of the second shelf unit 208. That is, the second front fence 270 may function as a second hanging member that forms a mutual hanging structure with the third hanging member 390. To this end, the height of any wire of the third rear fence 350 to which the third hanging member 390 is coupled may approximately match the height of the second front fence 270. The second front fence 270 may support the third hanging member 390 having a downward concave groove.

As in this embodiment, structural stability in the unfolded state of the shelf module 18 can be increased by using a hanging structure between the second hanging member (e.g., the second front fence 270) and the third hanging member 390 having a hook structure. You can.

Figures 28 and the like show a case where the shelf module of the embodiment such as Figure 5 is modified, but the shelf module of other embodiments described above may also be modified. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 18 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

Figure 30 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 31 is a perspective view showing the shelf module of Figure 30 in an unfolded state.

30 and 31, the shelf module 19 according to this embodiment has a second front fence 279 (or a second hanging member, or a second hanging frame) of the second shelf unit 209. In the embodiments such as FIG. 28, the second front fence 279 occupies only a portion of the second direction (Y) width of the second shelf unit 209, rather than completely extending in the two-direction (Y) width direction. This is different from the shelf module that follows.

That is, the second front fence 279 does not completely occupy the front of the second shelf unit 209, but only occupies a part of it, improving the ease of storing and withdrawing items and preventing the third hanging member 390 from getting caught. A structure that can be provided can be provided.

Figures 30 and the like show a case where the shelf module of the embodiment such as Figure 28 is modified, but the shelf module of other embodiments described above may also be modified. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 19 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

Figure 32 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 33 is a perspective view of a shelf module according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIGS. 32 and 33, the shelf module 20 according to the present embodiment is similar to the shelf module according to the embodiment of FIG. 5 in that the second shelf unit 200 further includes a second hanging member 290. This is different from .

The second hanging member 290 may protrude from the inner surface side of the vertical wire of the second side fence 230. The second hook member 290 may be configured to have a substantially hook shape and be hooked or latched. The second hanging member 290 may have a shape that protrudes forward in the first direction (X) and toward the inside in the second direction (Y) from the inner surface of the second side fence 230. Specifically, the second hanging member 290 protruding from one second side fence 230 may be shaped to protrude toward the second side fence on the other side.

When the third shelf unit 300 of the shelf module 20 is unfolded in the horizontal direction, the second hanging member 290 may be caught on the third rear fence 350 of the third shelf unit 300. That is, the third rear fence 350 may function as a third hook member that forms a hook structure with the second hook member 290. To this end, the height of the second hanging member 290 may approximately match the height of a wire of the third rear fence 350 that functions as the third hanging member. The second hook member 290 having an upwardly concave groove can support the third rear fence 350. 32 and the like illustrate a structure in which the second hanging member 290 interferes with the lower horizontal wire of the two horizontal wires spaced apart in the third direction (Z) of the third rear fence 350, but the present invention It is not limited to this.

Figures 32 and the like show a case where the shelf module of the embodiment such as Figure 5 is modified, but the shelf module of other embodiments described above may also be modified. In addition, although not shown in the drawing, it goes without saying that the shelf module 20 can be lifted up and down with an upper cabinet (not shown) to form furniture or system furniture.

Although the above description focuses on the embodiments of the present invention, this is only an example and does not limit the present invention, and those skilled in the art will understand the present invention without departing from the essential characteristics of the embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent that various modifications and applications not exemplified above are possible.

Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood to include changes, equivalents, or substitutes of the technical ideas exemplified above. For example, each component specifically shown in the embodiments of the present invention can be modified and implemented. And these variations and differences in application should be construed as being included in the scope of the present invention as defined in the appended claims.

1: System furniture
11: Shelf module
21: Countertop
22: Upper cabinet
100: first shelf unit
200: second shelf unit
300: Third shelf unit
400: Hinge unit
500: No lifting member

Claims (4)

a first shelf unit located on the rear side in a first direction;
a second shelf unit located on a front side in the first direction compared to the first shelf unit;
In an initial state, a third shelf unit stacked with the second shelf unit in a gravity direction; and
A hinge unit connecting the second shelf unit and the third shelf unit, including a hinge unit mechanically connecting the third shelf unit to move in translation relative to the second shelf unit in a plane to which the first direction belongs. Shelf module. According to paragraph 1,
A shelf module wherein the first bottom of the first shelf unit and the second bottom of the second shelf unit are located at the same height, and the relative positions of the first shelf unit and the second shelf unit are fixed. According to paragraph 1,
The first shelf unit includes a first bottom and a first side fence protruding from the first bottom,
The second shelf unit includes a second bottom and a second side fence protruding from the second bottom,
The third shelf unit includes a third bottom and a third side fence protruding from the third bottom,
A shelf module wherein the height of the first side fence is greater than the height of the second side fence and the height of the third side fence. According to paragraph 1,
The hinge unit is,
A first hinge bar rotatably coupled to the second shelf unit, and
A shelf module comprising a second hinge bar rotatably coupled to the third shelf unit and rotatably coupled directly or indirectly to the first hinge bar.