WO2009111993A1 - A weighing suitcase handle device - Google Patents

Abstract

A weighing suitcase handle device comprises a handle (1), a handle base (8) and an active grip (7). A weighing device which can weigh the suitcase is disposed on the handle device. When the active grip (7) is held and the handle (1) is lift upward, the weighing device can display the weight of the suitcase. The weighing device includes at least one weight sensor (4), an electrical circuit board (12) electrically connected to the weight sensor (4) and an electrical display panel (13) to display the weight information. The weighing sensor (4) is located between the handle (1) and the active grip (7).

Description

 Weighable suitcase handle device

 The present invention relates to the field of suitcase bag accessories, and more particularly to a handle device for a suitcase, a trolley case or a suitcase that can be weighed. Background technique

 In the prior art, a commonly used suitcase, a trolley case or a suitcase is generally composed of a box body and a handle provided on the box body, and the suitcase, the trolley case or the suitcase itself is not provided with a weighing device, so When weighing the weight, we need to use other weighing instruments to complete it, which is inconvenient to use. When you are flying, the weight of the baggage carried by passengers is limited. Generally, the baggage cannot exceed 15 kg. When the baggage exceeds 15 kg, the passenger must go through the process of consigning the goods, and the consigned items need to be delivered to the destination. Instant handling procedures are cumbersome, so it is extremely inconvenient for passengers who can control the weight of items that are short-distance and carry-on. If the passenger's suitcase, trolley case or suitcase is provided with a weighing device that can weigh its own weight, the passenger can carry the baggage weight in real time and accurately, and the passenger can control the baggage properly. The weight can effectively prevent the baggage from being overweight. Therefore, setting a weighing device on the handle of the carry-on suitcase is an urgent problem to be solved. Summary of the invention

 The object of the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art, and to provide a suitcase handle device capable of weighing its own weight and promptly informing the passenger of the weight of the baggage carried by the passenger, and the suitcase handle device can effectively avoid the carry-on The baggage carried is overweight.

 In order to achieve the above technical purpose, the present invention is implemented according to the following technical solutions:

 A weighing suitcase handle device according to the present invention includes a handle, a handle base and a movable handle, and the handle device is provided with a weighing device for weighing the suitcase, and is lifted up when holding the movable handle The handle can display the weight of the box, the weighing device includes at least one weight sensor, and a circuit board electrically connected to the weight sensor and an electronic display screen for displaying weight information, the weight sensor is located at the handle and the movable handle between.

As a further improvement of the above technology, the inside of the handle is embedded with an upper metal beam for reinforcing its strength to increase its bearing force, and the movable handle is internally embedded with a lower metal beam for increasing its strength, and both ends of the weight sensor are Fixed at the end of the upper metal beam, the middle of the weight sensor is fixedly connected with the lower metal beam, and the middle position of the lower metal beam is provided with an upward convex shape and is in contact with and fixedly connected with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor. The upper boss, the upper boss is arranged such that the pressure applied to the weight sensor is centered. When lifting a suitcase such as a suitcase, a trolley case or a suitcase by the handle, the cabinet (including The weight of the handle device acts on the movable handle together. The lower metal beam in the movable handle squeezes the middle deformation portion of the weight sensor to deform the weight sensor, and the board calculates the weight of the weight sensor to calculate the weight of the box. It is displayed on the electronic display, allowing passengers to weigh the suitcase they carry with them in a timely manner.

 Of course, the arrangement of the upper metal beam and the lower metal beam can also be set as follows: the upper part of the handle is embedded with an upper metal beam, and the movable handle is internally embedded with a lower metal beam, the weight sensor The two ends are fixed to the two ends of the lower metal beam, the middle of the weight sensor is fixedly connected with the upper metal beam, and the middle position of the upper metal beam is provided with a downward convex shape and contact with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor. Lower boss.

 In the present invention, the number of the weight sensors is one, and the number of the upper metal beam and the lower metal beam is one, and the three are connected and all correspond to the middle position of the movable handle. .

 As another variation of the foregoing technology, in the present invention, the number of the weight sensors is two, corresponding to the number of the upper metal beam and the lower metal beam are two, and the three are connected. They are symmetrically separated on either side of the activity handle.

 Of course, the weight sensor and the number of upper and lower metal beams that are used together can also be three, four or more. Any deformation pressure generated by the weight sensor can be accurately displayed by the electronic display. can.

 In addition, in order to make the overall handle device simple in structure and weight reduction, in the present invention, the upper metal beam and the lower metal beam may not be added, but the weight sensor is correspondingly fixed inside the cavity between the handle and the movable handle. According to the number of the weight sensors, different connection modes are also possible: First, the weight sensor is one, and both ends thereof are fixedly connected with the housing, and the deformed end of the part is fixedly connected with the movable handle; second: weight The number of sensor weight sensors is two, one end of each of which is fixedly connected to the side wall of the handle, and the other end is fixedly connected with the movable handle by a fastening screw. By lifting a suitcase such as a suitcase, a trolley case or a suitcase, the movable handle applies pressure to the weight sensor, so that the weighing can be accurately performed.

 In order to conveniently view the weight information on the electronic display screen, the electronic display screen is embedded in the upper surface of the handle base. In addition, for the purpose of energy saving and power saving, the control panel is also provided with a control electronic display opening/ Closed switch button, when the suitcase needs to be weighed, press the switch button to make the electronic display power on, and when it is not necessary to press, press the switch button to turn off the electronic display, which is better Save electricity.

 The handle base has a connecting hole at both ends thereof, and the electric wire inside the handle enters the handle seat through the connecting hole; the two side wall ends of the handle housing are connected to the handle seat through the connecting hole.

 Further, in the present invention, one side of the handle base is provided with an electronic cymbal for mounting electrons, and lithium electrons are mounted in the electronic cymbal to supply power to the circuit board and the electronic display screen of the symmetrical device.

 Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

ω The most effective aspect of the present invention is that it more accurately displays the weight of the suitcase than other existing weighing tools, as shown in the present invention, since the handle between the handle of the suitcase and the movable handle is provided Weight sensor and weight sensor The electrically connected circuit board and the electronic display screen can weigh the weight of the entire suitcase except the movable handle. Since the weight of the movable handle is light, the weighing structure has high accuracy and small error. However, some existing suitcases, trolley cases or suitcases with weighing functions only weigh the weight of the box itself, the weight of the entire handle device cannot be weighed, and the weighing structure has low accuracy, so the present invention Compared with the existing suitcases with weighing functions, the handle device can more accurately weigh the weight of the suitcase (except the movable handle), and can more accurately inform the passengers of the carry-on items. The weight effectively avoids the occurrence of overweight baggage when flying, reduces excessive baggage check-in and collection procedures, and simplifies check-in procedures.

 (2) When the invention does not need to be weighed, the weight sensor and the electronic display screen are in an inoperative state, saving power, and greatly prolonging the service life of the weight sensor and the electronic display screen, and the utility model is good;

 (3) The user or manufacturer of the handle device of the present invention can be conveniently mounted on a suitcase, so that the user does not need to carry a portable scale with him, and is convenient and reliable to use;

 (4) The handle device according to the present invention can be directly mounted on a suitcase of any shape and specification, a trolley case and a suitcase box according to actual needs, and has wide application range and high practicability, and can be used frequently. The travelers offer great convenience. DRAWINGS

 Figure 1 is a schematic view showing the outline of a suitcase handle device of the present invention;

 Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view showing the suitcase handle device according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a handle device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of the handle device of the second embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a three-handle device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a four-handle device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a five-handle device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a six-handle device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

 Figure 9 is a schematic structural view of a weight sensor used in a commonly used body weight scale;

 Figure 10 is a schematic view showing the operation of the suitcase handle of the present invention when it is weighed. detailed description

 The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

 Embodiment 1:

As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, a weighing suitcase handle device according to the present invention includes a handle 1 and a handle base 8, The handle 1 is for the passenger to grip, and the handle base 8 is for attachment to the case of the suitcase. In the present invention, the handle device is further provided with a weighing device for weighing the suitcase, the weighing device includes a weight sensor 4, and a circuit board 12 and an electronic display 13 electrically connected to the weight sensor 4. .

 As shown in FIG. 2, an upper metal beam 5 is embedded in the handle 1, and a lower metal beam 6 is embedded in the movable handle 7, and the weight sensor 4 is one, and the two ends thereof are correspondingly fixed to the two of the metal beam 5. And the middle deformation end of the weight sensor 4 is in contact with the intermediate position of the lower metal beam 6 and is fixed by screws. When the handle is lifted, the lower metal beam 6 presses the middle deformation end of the weight sensor, and at this time, the weight sensor 4 occurs. The deformation causes the deformation force of the weight sensor 4 to be converted into weight by the circuit board CPU calculation and is displayed by the electronic display screen 13. When the handle is lifted, the suitcase is completely removed from the ground, the deformation force of the weight sensor 4 and the suitcase (including The overall weight of the handle device except the removable handle is the same, so that the actual weight of the suitcase (including the handle device outside the movable handle) can be accurately and instantly weighed by the handle device of the present invention, so that the passenger is When you fly, you can know the actual weight of the suitcase you carry with you in real time. The weighing process is simple and convenient. Czech Republic.

 In the present invention, in order to ensure that the pressure applied to the weight sensor 4 is balanced, as shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 3, the intermediate position of the lower metal beam 6 is provided with an upwardly projecting boss 61 to lower the metal beam. The pressure application point of 6 is aligned with the contact point of the weight sensor to ensure accurate performance of the weighing.

 As shown in FIG. 2, the upper surface of the handle base 8 is embedded with an electronic display screen 13. The back of the display screen 13 is further provided with a backlight 14 for conveniently viewing the weight display information on the electronic display screen 13. In addition, A switch button 16 that controls the electronic display 13 to open/close is also provided on the handle base 8.

 In the present invention, the handle base 8 has a connecting hole at both ends thereof, wherein one end is a wire input hole (not shown), so that the wire inside the handle enters the handle seat through the connecting hole; the other end device has a return spring 17. When the handle or the weight is not used, the return spring 17 automatically returns the handle 1 to the case of the suitcase, reducing the space occupied by the handle, and effectively avoiding the protruding handle 1 colliding with other items. And caused damage. In addition, the inner side of the bottom side of the two side walls of the handle 1 is also movably connected to the handle base 8 through the two connecting holes. The bottom of the handle base 8 is provided with a handle seat cover 15 , and the two side walls of the handle 1 are provided with a power cable slot cover 2 The handle is also provided with a LOGO cover 3.

 In the present invention, one side of the handle base 8 is provided with an electronic cymbal 9 for mounting electronic components, and electronic components 10 are mounted in the electronic cymbal 9, electronic circuit boards such as the circuit board 12 and the electronic display 13 which can be symmetrically placed. In addition, when the handle is weighed, in order to promptly remind the passenger, the buzzer 11 is also disposed in the handle base 8, and when the weight is calculated, the buzzer 11 will sound once, and then the passenger Only when the suitcase can be put down, the weight will be set on the electronic display 13, and when the power is turned on, the buzzer 11 will also sound to let the user know that the power is turned on, and when the electronic 10 is low, The buzzer 11 will also ring to remind the user that the electronic needs to be replaced.

As shown in FIG. 10, the handle of the suitcase of the present invention works as follows: When weighing is required, grasping the handle 1 and lifting the hand The grip portion 7 of the handle 1 presses the weight sensor 4, and the weight sensor 4 feeds back the information of the pressure deformation to the amplification filter circuit commonly used in the prior art, and then passes through the A/D converter. After the CPU and the interface circuit are processed, the overall weight of the suitcase (including the handle) is displayed by the electronic display screen 13, so that the passenger can accurately know the actual weight of the suitcase from the specific digital information of the electronic display screen 13, Effectively control the weight of the baggage in real time, avoiding overweight baggage, thus reducing excessive handling and collection procedures. The suitcase has a simple structure, and can be accurately, timely, conveniently and quickly weighed, and has strong practical performance.

 Embodiment 2:

 This embodiment is basically the same as the first embodiment, and the difference is as follows: As shown in FIG. 4, the middle of the weight sensor 4 is fixed at an intermediate portion of the upper metal beam 5, and both ends of the weight sensor 4 are Both ends of the metal beam 6 are fixedly connected by a set screw, and the intermediate position of the upper metal beam 5 is provided with a lower boss 51 which protrudes downward and is in contact with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor, effectively ensuring application to the weight. The sensor's pressure balance is centered, making it easy to accurately reflect the weight of the suitcase (including the handle) such as the suitcase, trolley case or suitcase light.

 Embodiment 3:

 The structure of the handle device of the first embodiment is basically the same as that of the first embodiment, and the difference is that: as shown in FIG. 5, two weight sensors are disposed in the cavity between the handle 1 and the movable handle 7. 4, correspondingly, the upper metal beam 5 and the lower metal beam 6 embedded in the handle 1 are also two, and the two ends of each weight sensor 4 are correspondingly fixed on both ends of the upper metal beam 5, each The central deformed end of the weight sensor 4 is in contact with the upper end of the intermediate position of the lower metal beam 6 and is fixedly connected by screws, and the two sets of the upper metal beam 5, the weight sensor 4, and the lower metal beam 6 are respectively symmetrical. The two positions of the movable handle 7 are disposed, and the intermediate position of each of the lower metal beams 6 is provided with a boss 61 that protrudes upward. When the handle is lifted, the movable handle 7 is pressed against the central deformation position of the two weight sensors 4, respectively, at which time the weight sensor 4 is deformed, so that the deformation force of the weight sensor 4 is converted into weight by the calculation of the board CPU. The electronic display screen 13 is displayed, and its working principle is the same as that of the first embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

 Embodiment 4:

 This embodiment is basically the same as the third embodiment, and the weighing effect is realized by two sets of upper metal beams 5, a weight sensor 4, and a lower metal beam 6, the difference being: as shown in FIG. The intermediate positions of the weight sensors 4 are correspondingly fixed in the middle portion of the upper metal beam 5, and the two ends of each weight sensor 4 and the lower metal beam 6 are fixedly connected by a set screw, and the upper metal beam The middle position of 5 is provided with a lower boss 51 which protrudes downward and is in contact with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor, which effectively ensures that the pressure applied to the weight sensor is balanced and centered, and is convenient for accurately reflecting the suitcase and the trolley case. Or the weight of the suitcase (including the handle) such as the suitcase light.

 Embodiment 5:

The difference between this embodiment and the foregoing embodiments is that: the weight sensing provided in the handle 1 and the movable handle 7 The connection structure of the device 4 is different. As shown in FIG. 7, the number of the weight sensors 4 is one, and the two ends are fixedly connected to the handle 1 by fastening screws, wherein the deformed ends are fastened by the fastening screws 18 and the movable handle 7 The fixed connection, which is simple in structure and light in weight, is suitable for use on carry-on luggage such as suitcases, trolley cases or suitcases.

 Example 6:

 This embodiment is basically the same as the fifth embodiment, and the difference is that: as shown in FIG. 8, the number of the weight sensors 4 is two, and one end of each weight sensor 4 is connected to the side wall of the handle 1. The other end is connected to the bottom position of the movable handle 7 by a fastening screw 18.

 In the present invention, the position of the weight sensor 4 can be placed at different positions of the handlebar, and the number of the weight sensors 4 can be one or any number.

 In addition, the weight sensor 4 used in the present invention has a wide selection range, and the manufacturer can manufacture according to his own needs, or for the purpose of convenience, a commercially available weight sensor 4 for weighing the human body weight is used. For example: As shown in Figure 9, a weight sensor used in a human body weight scale, the weight sensor used in the human body weight scale in Fig. 9 is only one example, and the present invention can also use various other weight sensors. .

 The self-weighing handle device of the invention can be installed on the box body of the suitcase of any shape and specification according to actual needs, and has wide application range and high practicability, and can provide great convenience to passengers who frequently take the flight. Convenience.

 The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications and variations of the present invention are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. These changes and variants are included.

Claims

Claim A suitcase handle device capable of weighing, comprising a handle (1), a handle base (8) and a movable handle (7), wherein: the handle device is provided with a scale for weighing the suitcase The weight device, when the handle (1) is lifted up by the movable handle (7), it can display the weight of the box, the weighing device comprises at least one weight sensor (4), and the weight sensor (4) An electrically connected circuit board (12) and an electronic display (13) for displaying weight information, the weight sensor (4) is located between the handle (1) and the movable handle (7).  The weighing handle handle device according to claim 1, wherein: the handle (1) is internally embedded with an upper metal beam (5), and the movable handle (7) is internally embedded with a lower metal beam (6), two ends of the weight sensor (4) are fixed to an end of the upper metal beam (5), and a middle of the weight sensor (4) is fixedly connected with the lower metal beam (6), The intermediate position of the lower metal beam (6) is provided with an upper boss (61) which protrudes upward and is in contact with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor (4).  The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 1, wherein: the handle (1) is internally embedded with an upper metal beam (5), and the movable handle (7) is internally embedded with a lower metal beam (6), two ends of the weight sensor (4) are fixed to both ends of the lower metal beam (6), and the middle of the weight sensor (4) is fixedly connected with the upper metal beam (5), The intermediate position of the upper metal beam (5) is provided with a lower boss (51) which protrudes downward and is in contact with the central deformation portion of the weight sensor (4).  The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 2 or 3, wherein: the number of the weight sensors (4) is one, corresponding to the upper metal beam (5) The number of the lower metal beams (6) is one, and the three are all arranged corresponding to the intermediate position of the movable handle (7).  The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 2 or 3, wherein: the number of the weight sensors (4) is two, corresponding to the upper metal beam (5) ) and the number of lower metal beams (6) are two, and the two sets of upper metal beams (5), weight sensors (4) and lower metal beams (6) are symmetrically separated from the movable handle (7). Both sides of the location.  The weighing handle handle device according to claim 1, wherein: the weight sensor (4) is one, and both ends thereof are fixedly connected with the handle (1), wherein the deformed end and the movable portion are movable. The handle (7) is fixedly connected.  The weighing handle handle device according to claim 1, wherein: the weight sensors (4) are two, and one end of each of the weight sensors is fixedly connected to the side wall of the handle (1). The other end is fixedly connected to the movable handle (7) by a fastening screw (18).  The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 1, wherein: the electronic display screen (13) is mounted on an upper surface of the handle base (8), and the handle base (8) is A switch button (16) that controls the electronic display (13) to be turned on/off is also provided. 9. The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 8, wherein: both ends of the handle base (8) There is a connecting hole, the wire inside the handle enters the handle seat (8) through the connecting hole; the two side ends of the handle handle (1) are connected with the handle seat (8) through the connecting hole.  The weighing suitcase handle device according to claim 9, characterized in that: one side of the handle base (8) is provided with an electronic cymbal (9) for mounting electronics.