ES2970533T3 - Baby carrier and folding children's chair to attach to a chair, baby stroller or wheeled suitcase - Google Patents

Abstract

A folding child seat (1) is disclosed for attachment to a chair (24), a stroller (46) or a stroller (20), which comprises: - a first portion (2A) intended to be in contact with the back of the child. child, a second portion (2B) intended to constitute a seat portion of the seat (1) and a third portion (2C) intended to be in contact with the feet of the child, - the first portion (2A) comprises a fixation by means of rings (26, 27, 28, 36) in the vicinity of a first edge and a connection on an edge opposite to a first edge of the second portion (2B) also by means of rings (26, 27, 28, 36), the second comprising portion (2B) a connection on an edge opposite the first edge to a first edge of the third portion (2C), a connection belt (3, 42) provided with buckling elements at its ends that join the opposite rings (26, 27, 28, 36), - the seat (1) being able to go from a deployed position to a folded position, folding the third portion (2C) into contact with the second portion (2B), and the assembly formed by the second portion ( 2B) and then, when the third portion (2C) is folded in contact with the first portion (2A), this assembly cooperates in the fixing rings (26, 28, 30, 31, 34, 36), with the belt fixing (3, 42) through the buckling elements (38, 39, 4, 55), - the seat (1) also being provided with other fixing straps (3, 40), allowing the modularity of the fixing straps. fixing (3, 40) that the seat (1) acquires a baby carrier function, as necessary, the set of fastening straps (3, 40) that allow forming at least three fastening points (11, 16, 26) in the chair (24), the stroller (46) or the cart (20), - the seat (1) also being provided with a harness to hold the child in the seat (1), and side safety straps (3, 40 , 46A, 54). (Automatic translation with Google Translate, without legal value)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Baby carrier and folding children's chair to attach to a chair, baby stroller or wheeled suitcase Technical field

The scope of the invention is that of the movement of children and child seats, more particularly in nomadic use.

Parents of young children quickly face the question of knowing how to seat their children. Child seats, called sedentary seats, must be stable in order to prevent them from overturning when children are sitting in them. Seats for sedentary children must be equally enveloping in order to prevent children from getting out of their seats alone. These aspects generally require that these seats be large and must be disassembled for transport.

However, child seats continue to be a problem in mobility and outside the home. During these times, it is not possible to use sedentary child seats.

Because of this, a nomadic seat that can be converted into a baby carrier allows for easy transport of the seat and the child at the same time. For multiple families, the possibility of adding it as an extra seat to a baby stroller without the need to carry another accessory saves time and space with an extra seat as safe as the baby stroller seat thanks to a five-point harness .

Furthermore, it is known to use boosters to seat children in an adult chair, in the absence of a suitable child seat.

Devices such as those described above are known, for example, from documents BE349959 and US6241313 B1.

However, its use is limited to certain situations outside the home in which an adult chair is available. This, therefore, is not applicable to other mobility situations. Furthermore, the seat provided by such boosters does not allow the child's morphology to be respected or a child who is too small to be seated due to the lack of a harness or a backrest that allows him to be supported laterally.

There is therefore a need for baby carriers and child seats that offer a seat for a child on the move or away from home and that respects their morphology.

Exhibition of the Invention

The object of the invention is a folding child seat according to claim 1, to be attached to a chair, a baby stroller or a wheeled suitcase, comprising:

a first part intended to be in contact with the child's back, a second part intended to constitute the base of the seat and a third part intended to be in contact with the child's feet, the first part comprising a fixation by rings in the vicinity of a first edge and a fixation on an edge opposite to a first edge of the second part also by rings, the second part comprising a fixation by rings on an edge opposite the first edge to a first edge of the third part, a strap of fixation provided with buckle elements at its ends that join the opposite rings, the seat being able to go from a deployed position to a folded position, folding the third part in contact with the second part, and then the assembly formed by the second part and the third part in contact with the first part, this assembly cooperates at the level of the fixing rings, with the fixing strap through the buckle elements,

the seat being also provided with other fixing straps, allowing the modularity of the fixing straps to the seat to acquire a baby carrier function if necessary, allowing the set of fixing straps to form at least three fixing points on the chair, the baby stroller or wheeled suitcase, the seat also being provided with a harness that allows the child to be held in the seat.

The harness can be a five-point harness.

The harness can be fixed in a repositionable way.

Each part of the seat can comprise two opposite faces, each made of different materials.

The fixing straps may be provided at their ends with buckle elements.

A buckle element may be a quick release buckle.

The fixing straps can be fixed in a repositionable way.

The seat may have repositionably attached side rails.

The seat can have adjustable side rails, which allow the inclination of the backrest to be adjusted until it is completely lengthened.

The seat may comprise at least one housing in the first part intended to receive a shock-absorbing material and/or an inflatable cushion and/or a rigid or semi-rigid dorsal support material.

The second part may comprise at least one housing intended to receive a cushioning material and/or an inflatable cushion.

The third part may comprise at least one housing intended for storing unused straps.

The seat can form a baby carrier and the fixing straps can become the shoulder straps and the restraint belt of this baby carrier.

Brief description of the drawings

Other objectives, characteristics and advantages of the invention will appear upon reading the following description, given solely by way of non-limiting example and made with reference to the attached drawings, in which:

[Figure 1] illustrates the seat in the folded position,

[Figure 2A] illustrates one side of the seat in the deployed position,

[Figure 2B] illustrates another side of the seat in the deployed position,

[Figure 2C] illustrates the fixation straps

[Figure 3A] illustrates the seat on a single arm rolling suitcase,

[Figure 3B] illustrates the seat on a two-arm wheeled suitcase,

[Figure 4] illustrates sitting on a chair,

[Figure 5] illustrates the seat on a baby stroller and

[Figure 6] illustrates the seat as a baby carrier.

Detailed description

The child seat according to the invention is a transportable and folding seat that consists of three integral parts two by two, a first backrest part, a second seat base part and a third protection part. The three parts can be made of any material, especially plastic, fabric, synthetic, polystyrene or a combination of materials.

The seat is foldable in a reduced format. Figure [Fig 1] illustrates the seat 1 in the folded position, in which the different parts are held by a first fixing strap 3 provided with two buckle elements 4 arranged at each end of the strap. It is then possible to use the buckle elements 4 as follows: one of the ends of the strap is attached to the rings 26 and 28 while the other end cooperates with the rings 27 and 29 by these buckle elements 4 to maintain the seat 1 in the folded transport position when it is not used. The fixing strap 3 can be adjustable. The buckle elements 4 can in particular form a quick release buckle.

Figure [Fig 2A] is a view of a first face of the seat 1 in the deployed position, in which the parts 2a, 2b, 2c are deployed. As specified above, the seat 1 comprises a first part 2a intended to be in contact with the child's back, a second part 2b intended to constitute the base of the seat and a third part 2c intended to be in contact with the feet of the child. child. Each part 2a, 2b, 2c comprises a first face and a second face opposite the first face. In figure [Fig 2A] you can see the first face of each part 2a, 2b, 2c, while in figure [Fig 2B] you can see the second face of each part 2a, 2b, 2c.

Referring again to the figure [Fig 2A], it can be seen that the first face of the first part 2a comprises a fixation in the vicinity of a first edge by the rings 26, 27 and a fixation on an edge opposite to a first edge of the first face of the second part 2b by the rings 28 and 29. The first face of the second part 2b comprises a fixation on an edge opposite the first edge to a first edge of the first face of the third part 2c. It will thus be understood that when the seat goes from a deployed position to a folded position, the third part 2c is folded in contact with the second part 2b, and the assembly formed by the second part 2b and the third part 2c is then folded into contact with the first part 2a. The seat is then obtained in the folded position as illustrated in the figure [Fig 1]. The second side of the first part 2a, the second side of the second part 2b and the second side of the third part 2c are then protected. It will be understood that the first face of the seat is intended to be in contact with a suitcase or a chair, with the second face of the seat being intended to be in contact with the child.

Continuing in the figure [Fig 2A], you can also see a fixing strap 42 that joins the second face of the lower part of 2a to constitute the side straps 18 of a five-point harness. This placement of the fixation ensures greater comfort for the child who does not perceive the fixation, while reinforcing its solidity.

Likewise in the figure [Fig 2A] you can see in part 2a several fixing rings 26, 27, 30, 31,32, 33, 34, 35 and in part 2b the fixing rings 28, 29, 36 and 37 , all intended to receive the fixing straps 3, 40 and 41 for the use and fixation of the seat in its different modes of operation: baby carrier, seat on a rolling suitcase, booster seat on a chair and additional seat on a baby stroller. Those skilled in the art will understand that the fixing rings 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37 are independent of each other. Therefore, different fixing methods of the invention may comprise all or part of these rings. The two-by-two fixing of the rings 26, 27, 28, 29, 34, 35, 36, 37 on the fabric by the fixed straps 42, 43, 44 and 45 ensures additional solidity in all operating modes.

The fixing straps 3, 40 and 41 are illustrated in the figure [Fig 2C]. These can be made of any material, in particular nylon, plastic, fabric, synthetic or a combination of materials. A combination of materials can accommodate a cushioning material. These are made integral with the seat and its different supports: person, chair, baby stroller or wheeled suitcase, by buckle elements placed at each end of the straps. Thus you can see the buckle elements 4 at the ends of the strap 3, the buckle elements 38 at the ends of the strap 40 and the buckle elements 39 at the ends of the strap 41. These buckle elements can in particular form quick release buckles. Strap 40 may cooperate with strap 41 via straps 46a and 46b and their complementary buckle members 47a at the end of strap 46a and 47b at the end of strap 46b. These complementary buckle elements may be quick release buckles.

Furthermore, continuing in the figure [Fig 2A] the first part 2a is provided with three housings 12, 12a and 12b. The housing 12 is like a storage bag with the possibility of opening and closing. The housings 12a and 12b are like a bag, in each of which a rigid shock-absorbing material or an inflatable cushion is arranged. The second part 2b is in turn provided with housings 13a, 13b, in each of which a cushioning material or an inflatable cushion is arranged. More specifically, a first housing 13a is arranged in contact with the first face of the second part 2b of the seat. The first housing 13a is visible in the figure [Fig 2A]. A second housing 13b is arranged in contact with the second face of the second part 2b of the seat. Those skilled in the art will understand that the housings 12, 12a, 12b, 13a, 13b are independent of each other, in structure and function. Different embodiments of the invention may therefore comprise all or part of these housings. In a non-illustrated embodiment, the third part 2c may comprise at least one housing provided with an opening system, for example a zipper located on the opposite edge of the third part 2c. This housing, such as a storage bag, may be intended to place unused straps in the folded transport position.

Figure [Fig 2B] is a view of a second face of the seat 1 in the deployed position. First fixing means 26 and 27 can be seen that allow, among other things, to fix the upper straps of a five-point harness. Second fixing means 11 make it possible to fix the fixed strap 42 and the side straps 18 of the five-point harness at the level of the opposite edge of the first part 2a. Third fixing means 16 in turn allow a subcutaneous strap of the five-point harness to be fixed to a central part of the second part 2b. These fixing means can be enlarged. The fixing means 11, 16, 26, 27 can be repositionable or sewing type. For clarity, the five-point harness straps are not illustrated in this figure either. Different ways of using the seat will now be described. Figures [Fig 3A] and [Fig 3B] illustrate the use of the seat on a wheeled suitcase with one or two arms. Wheeled suitcase means a suitcase provided with a retractable handle and at least two wheels that allow the suitcase to roll next to the carrier or behind him by holding the handle. The figure [Fig 4] illustrates the use of the seat on a chair. The figure [Fig 5] illustrates the use of the seat on a baby stroller. Baby stroller means a baby stroller made of a canvas stretched over a folding frame. The figure [Fig 6] illustrates the use of the seat as a baby carrier.

With reference to the figure [Fig 3A], it can be seen that the seat is arranged on a wheeled suitcase 20, whose handle 21 is fixed to an arm that retractably connects it to the suitcase.

In the remainder of this description, the constituent elements of the suitcase 20 referred to are defined for a suitcase arranged so that the arm that joins the handle to the suitcase is vertical. The arm is considered to be close to the rear face of the suitcase.

The first part 2a is arranged against the arm that joins the handle 21 to the suitcase 20. The second part 2b is arranged on the upper face of the suitcase 20, while the third fabric part 2c is arranged against the front face of the suitcase 20. suitcase 20.

The first fixing strap 3 is arranged parallel to the arm of the suitcase 20, and is fixed to the handle 21.

Likewise, the fixing straps 40 and 41 are unwound from the fixing rings 28 and 29 on all or part of the upper, front, lower face and on the rear face of the suitcase so that they cooperate with the fixing rings 34 and 35. The straps 40 and 41 cooperate with the rings 28, 29, 34 and 35 through the buckle elements 38 and 39 arranged at their respective ends.

Referring to the figure [Fig 3B], it can be seen that the seat is arranged on a wheeled suitcase 20, whose handle 21 is fixed to two arms that retractably connect it to the suitcase.

The first part 2a is arranged against the arms that join the handle 21 to the suitcase 20. The second part 2b is arranged on the upper face of the suitcase, while the third fabric part 2c is arranged against the front face of the suitcase. .

The first fixing strap 3 is arranged parallel to the arm of the suitcase, and is integral with the handle 21.

Likewise, the fixing straps 40 and 41 are unwound from the fixing rings 28 and 29 on all or part of the upper, front, lower face and on the rear face of the suitcase so that they cooperate with the fixing rings 34 and 35. The straps 40 and 41 cooperate with the rings 28, 29, 34 and 35 through the buckle elements 38 and 39 arranged at their respective ends. Belts 40 and 41 cooperate through belts 46a and 46b. The straps 46a and 46b are unwound behind the arms of the suitcase and cooperate through the complementary buckle elements 47a and 47b arranged at their respective ends. In figures [3A] and [Fig 3B] you can see the repositionable and length-adjustable straps 54 that cooperate through the buckle elements 55 located at their ends with the part 2a of the seat through the fixing rings 30 and 31, and with part 2b of the seat through rings 36 and 37. In this way, these straps guarantee additional lateral security to the seat.

Referring to the figure [Fig 4], it can be seen that the seat is arranged on a chair 24, 25, 26, provided with a seat base 24, a backrest 25 and feet 26.

The first part 2a is arranged against the backrest 25 of the chair. The second part 2b is arranged on the seat base 24 of the chair, while the third part 2c is arranged at least in part on the seat base 24 of the chair. It will be understood that the third portion 2c may extend at least partially beyond the seat base 24.

The first fixing strap 3 is arranged across the backrest and cooperates with two buckle elements 4 arranged at its ends, which in turn cooperate with the seat through the fixing rings 30 and 31. It is then possible to form a buckle with the first fixing strap 3.

Likewise, the strap 40 is unwound under the seat base of the chair. The strap 40 cooperates through the buckle elements 38 arranged at its respective ends with the fixing rings 36 and 37.

The strap 41 is unwound behind the backrest 25 of the chair on which the first part 2a of the seat is arranged. The strap 41 cooperates through the buckle elements 39 arranged at its respective ends with the fixing rings 34 and 35.

It can be seen that the repositionable and length-adjustable straps 54 cooperate through their buckle elements 55 located at their ends with the part 2a of the seat through the fixing rings 30 and 31, and with the part 2b of the seat through the rings 36 and 37. In this way, these straps guarantee additional lateral security to the seat.

It can also be seen that an additional seat base element is arranged in the second housing 13b of the second part 2b. This additional seat base element makes it possible to compensate for the difference in shape between the anatomy of the child installed in the seat and the upper face of the suitcase or the seat base of the chair. Similarly, other additional elements may be inserted in the housings 12a and 12b in order to compensate for the difference in shape between the anatomy of the child installed in the seat and the at least one arm of the suitcase or the back of the chair. Alternatively, the additional seat base element can be replaced with an inflatable cushion. In a particular embodiment, an inflatable cushion arranged in the first housing 13a of the second part 2b of the seat allows a child to be correctly positioned with respect to the top of a table, compensating for the difference in the size of his or her bust with respect to that of an adult. for which the table and chair are intended. When provided with an inflatable cushion, the housings 12a, 12b, 13a, 13b have an extendable character that allows them to be accommodated once inflated. Furthermore, since it can be deflated, such an inflatable cushion allows easy folding of the seat.

In a particular embodiment not illustrated, the chair comprises an at least partially recessed backrest. The first fixing strap 3 can then be fixed by cooperating through the buckle elements 4 with the fixing rings 30 and 31, forming a buckle in the upper part of the backrest through a gap.

Referring to the figure [Fig 5] it can be seen that the seat is arranged on a baby stroller 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, provided with a seat base 46, a backrest 47 , a hood 48, a handle 49, a legrest 50, a frame 51, a basket 52 and wheels 53.

Baby stroller means a baby stroller made of a canvas stretched by a folding frame in a reduced format for easy transportation.

The first part 2a is held by the tension of the straps 40 and 41. The second part 2b of the seat is arranged against the seat base 46 of the baby stroller while the third part 2c is arranged at least in part against the legrest 50 of the baby stroller. It will be understood that the third portion 2c may extend at least in part beyond the legrest 50.

The first fixing strap 3 is arranged transversely under the seat base 46 and cooperates through the buckle elements 4 with the fixing rings 36 and 37.

The strap 40 is unwound around the frame 51 of the baby stroller, bordering at the rear at least a portion of the outer edge of the backrest and seat base of the baby stroller. The strap 40 cooperates through the buckle elements 38 located at its ends with the fixing rings 30 for the upper fixation and 28 for the lower fixation.

Likewise, the strap 41 is unwound around the frame 51 of the baby stroller, bordering at the rear at least a part of the external edge of the backrest and the seat base of the baby stroller. The strap 41 cooperates through the buckle elements 39 located at its ends with the fixing rings 31 for the upper fixation and 29 for the lower fixation.

It will be understood that the straps 40 and 41 are unwound at the level of the frame in an opposite manner, each bordering an external edge, so as to ensure lateral fixation to both parts of the baby stroller. In this way, the fixed seat allows a second child to be carried in a baby stroller in complete safety thanks to the five-point harness. In a particular embodiment not illustrated, the seat has side rails. These railings can be adjustable and repositionable restraint straps.

Referring to the figure [Fig 6], you can see the use of the seat as a baby carrier, with the child carried against the bust and belly of its wearer, face to face.

The first part 2a is arranged against the back of the child, the second part 2b is arranged at the level of the pelvis of the child, while the third part 2c is arranged at least in part against the front face of the pelvis of the wearer. It will be understood that the third part 2c may extend at least in part beyond the pelvis of the wearer.

The first fixing strap 3 is arranged around the wearer's pelvis (or his abdomen) and cooperates with two buckle elements 4 arranged at its ends. Its buckle elements 4 in turn cooperate with the fixing rings 36 and 37. It is then possible to form a belt that ensures the maintenance of the baby's seat base.

The straps 40 and 41 are unrolled behind the wearer's back and cooperate respectively through the buckle elements 38 and 39, located at the ends of the straps, with the fixing rings 31 and 30 for their upper fixings and the fixing rings 33 and 32 for their lateral fixings.

Strap 46a cooperates with strap 46b through complementary buckle members 47a and 47b. These straps ensure the safety and cooperation of the straps 40 and 41 and also a comfort in the distribution of forces.

It will then be understood that the assembly formed by the chair 1 and the straps 3, 40, 41 allows the child to be held against its wearer in complete safety while ensuring physiological support.

It will also be understood that in each of the embodiments illustrated in figures [Figure 3A] and [Fig 3B], the first fixing strap 3 is knotted around the handle 21. Other embodiments can be considered in which the first fixing strap 3 is secured to the handle 21 by other fixing means (repositionable strip, links, etc.).

In the different embodiments illustrated by figures [Fig 3A], [Fig 3B], [Fig 4] and [Fig 5], it will be understood that three fixing points result from the positioning and fixing of the fixing straps 3 , 40 and 41. These three attachment points allow the seat to be attached to the suitcase, stroller or chair.

The fixing straps 3, 40, 41 also allow easy transport of the seat in the folded position, whether carried on the shoulder or attached to a suitcase.

Likewise, the materials present in the housings 12a, 12b, 13b arranged respectively in the first part 2a for the first two and in the second part 2b for the last one make it possible to compensate for the difference in shape between the anatomy of the child installed in the seat and the surface of the suitcase or chair against which the first part 2a or the second part 2b is arranged respectively.

The five-point harness keeps the child in the seat and on the suitcase, chair or stroller and is adaptable to take into account different sizes and morphologies. This may include a shock-absorbing reinforcement in the pelvic region and at the level of the pectoral straps.

As presented above, each part 2a, 2b, 2c of the seat has a first face and a second face. The first side is essentially intended to be in contact with the outside while the second side is intended to be in contact with the child. In a particular embodiment, the materials used for each face are different. Thus, abrasion-resistant and/or waterproof and/or water-repellent materials are privileged for the first face of the different parts.

Likewise, soft and/or hypoallergenic and/or waterproof and/or water-repellent materials are preferred for the second side of the different parts.

Claims (14)

1. Folding child seat to be attached to a chair, baby stroller or wheeled suitcase, comprising: a first part (2a) intended to be in contact with the child's back, a second part (2b) intended to constitute the base of the seat and a third part (2c) intended to be in contact with the child's feet, the first part (2a) comprises a fixation by rings (26 and 27) in the proximity of a first edge and a fixation on an edge opposite to the first edge of the second part (2b) by rings (28 and 29), the second part comprising (2b) a fixation on an edge opposite the first edge to a first edge of the third part (2c), the seat being able to move from a deployed position to a folded position, folding the third part (2c) in contact with the second part (2b), and the assembly formed by the second part (2b) and the third part (2c) being then folded in contact with the first part (2a), the seat also being provided with lateral safety straps (54), The seat being also provided with a harness that allows the child to be kept in the seat, characterized by: It also comprises a fixing strap (3) provided at its ends with buckle elements (4) making the rings (26 and 27) of the first edge of the first part (2a) cooperate two by two with rings (28 and 29). on an edge opposite to a first edge of the second part (2b), the seat being also provided with other fixing straps (40, 41), allowing the set of fixing straps (3, 40, 41) to form at least three fixing points on the chair, baby stroller or wheeled suitcase. 2. Folding seat according to claim 1, wherein the harness is a five-point harness. 3. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the harness is fixed in a repositionable manner. 4. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which each part (2a, 2b, 2c) of the seat comprises two opposite faces, each made of different materials. 5. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the fixing straps (3, 40, 41, 46a, 46b, 54) are provided at their ends with buckle elements (4, 38, 39, 47a, 47b, 55). 6. Folding seat according to claim 5, wherein a buckle element (4, 38, 39, 47a, 47b, 55) is a quick release buckle. 7. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the fixing straps (3, 40, 41, 46a, 46b, 54) are fixed in a repositionable manner. 8. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising at least one housing (12a, 12b) in the first part (2a), intended to receive a cushioning material and/or an inflatable cushion and/or a fastening material rigid or semi-rigid. 9. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the first part (2a) comprises at least one housing (12) intended to be a storage bag. 10. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the second part (2b) comprises at least one housing (13a, 13b), intended to receive a cushioning material and/or an inflatable cushion. 11. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the third part (2c) comprises at least one housing, intended for placing the unused straps. 12. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the side fastening straps (54) are adjustable. 13. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the lateral fastening straps (54) are fixed in a repositionable manner. 14. Folding seat according to any one of the preceding claims that allows a baby carrier to be formed by the set of fixing straps (3, 40, 41, 46a, 46b), characterized in that it comprises: a first part (2a) intended to be in contact with the child's back, a second part (2b) intended to constitute the seat base of the baby carrier and a third part (2c) intended to be in contact with the pelvis and thighs of the bearer, a fixing strap (3) cooperates with the rings (36 and 37) by buckle elements (4) and is placed around the waist of the wearer, Other fixing straps (40, 41) cooperate with other rings (30, 32, 31,33) by buckle elements (38,39) and are placed at the level of the shoulders and back of the wearer as shoulder straps. a backpack, other straps (46a, 46b) cooperate by buckle elements (47a, 47b) and ensure the solidarity and safety of the back straps (40, 41) and comfort for the wearer.